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Alex Pereira seeks rematch with Ciryl Gane at Madison Square Garden

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 5:22 AM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Alex Pereira seeks rematch with Ciryl Gane at Madison Square Garden

Summary

Alex Pereira expressed a desire for a rematch against Ciryl Gane at Madison Square Garden during UFC 334 on November 14. Gane previously defeated Pereira in June to secure the interim heavyweight title. Current champion Tom Aspinall's injury leaves the heavyweight division in a state where a rematch could be viable. Pereira noted that he believes he deserves the opportunity for the fight and aims to win a third title. The UFC is considering this option given the circumstances surrounding the heavyweight division.

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•Pereira wants rematch at UFC 334 on November 14
•Gane defeated Pereira for interim title in June
•Aspinall's injury leaves heavyweight division in limbo
•Pereira believes he deserves the title shot
•Controversial finish in previous fight may influence rematch

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5:22 AMYahoo Sports — Alex Pereira Wants Ciryl Gane Rematch at MSG

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Alex Pereira has made it clear that he wants a rematch against interim UFC heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane at Madison Square Garden.Gane defeated Pereira in June at UFC Freedom 250 to claim the promotion’s interim heavyweight belt and earn a title unification bout against UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall.Unfortunately for everyone involved, Aspinall is still […] The post Alex Pereira Wants Ciryl Gane Rematch at MSG appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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