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Dana White supports Alex Pereira's criticism of referee Herb Dean

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 2:30 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Dana White supports Alex Pereira's criticism of referee Herb Dean
Summary

Dana White expressed support for Alex Pereira's frustration after his second-round TKO loss to Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250. Pereira criticized referee Herb Dean for potential illegal blows to the back of the head during the fight. White stated that Pereira typically does not complain after fights, implying that his outrage is justified. The UFC CEO acknowledged the possibility of Pereira's camp pursuing an appeal but clarified that discussions about the appeal are best left to the commission.

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  • •Alex Pereira lost to Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250.
  • •Pereira criticized referee Herb Dean for illegal strikes.
  • •Dana White believes Pereira's anger is warranted.
  • •White discussed the possibility of Pereira's camp appealing the fight result.
  • •Pereira is not known for making excuses after fights.
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  • 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Dana White: 'Alex Pereira is not a whiner,' backs outrage at Herb Dean
What they're saying
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Dana White says Alex Pereira doesn't "make excuses after fights," so his anger toward Herb Dean and Ciryl Gane is warranted.

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