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Alex Pereira receives six-month suspension after TKO loss to Gane

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 10:40 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Alex Pereira receives six-month suspension after TKO loss to Gane

Summary

Alex Pereira has been issued a 180-day medical suspension following his TKO loss to Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14, 2026. Pereira's defeat came amid controversy over Gane's strikes, which Pereira contends targeted the back of his head. The suspension is the maximum allowed by the Association of Boxing Commissions and is pending a clean CT scan to rule out facial fractures. Pereira is pursuing an appeal regarding the outcome of the fight and has called for referee Herb Dean to resign. His chances of a rematch will depend on healing and UFC heavyweight championship developments.

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By the Numbers

•Pereira lost to Gane at UFC Freedom 250 in Washington, DC.
•The TKO finish was controversial due to potential illegal strikes.
•Pereira's suspension matches others on the card like Ilia Topuria.
•Clean CT scan results are necessary before Pereira can return.
•Pereira's appeal process is ongoing, with hopes for a rematch.

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10:40 PMYahoo Sports — Alex Pereira Handed 6-Month Suspension After Controversial TKO Loss At UFC Freedom 250 To Gane

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Alex Pereira drew a 180-day medical suspension after his controversial TKO loss to Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250. Here is the controversy and what comes next.
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