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Alex Pereira responds to Jon Jones' unexpected reaction to his loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 3:34 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Alex Pereira responds to Jon Jones' unexpected reaction to his loss
Summary

Alex Pereira expressed surprise at Jon Jones' reaction following Pereira's loss against Ciryl Gane at UFC White House last weekend. Gane finished Pereira in the second round amid controversy over illegal blows. Jones posted a video wearing a GOAT necklace, which Pereira interpreted as a taunt. Despite this, Pereira maintains his respect for Jones and continues to regard him as a fan.

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By the Numbers
  • •Pereira lost to Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight title.
  • •Gane hurt Pereira in the second round, ending the bout controversially.
  • •Jones' video post wearing a GOAT necklace surprised Pereira.
  • •Pereira has never disrespected Jones and remains a fan.
Latest Updates
  • 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Alex Pereira ‘surprised’ by Jon Jones’ post-fight video: ‘I just don’t understand why he did that’
  • 3:34 PMYahoo Sports — Alex Pereira surprised by Jon Jones’ reaction to his loss
What they're saying
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Alex Pereira wasn’t expecting the reaction that Jon Jones had to his loss against Ciryl Gane.

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Jon Jones congratulated Ciryl Gane for beating Alex Pereira

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