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Pereira aims for third title in heavyweight debut against Gane

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 6:38 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Pereira aims for third title in heavyweight debut against Gane

Summary

Alex Pereira weighs in at 251lb ahead of his heavyweight debut against Ciryl Gane, who weighs 248lb, at UFC Freedom 250 on Sunday. The 38-year-old Pereira seeks to become the first UFC fighter to win titles in three different divisions. He previously held championships at middleweight and light-heavyweight. This unprecedented bout takes place at the White House, marking the first professional live sporting event held on the grounds. Pereira believes this opportunity could solidify his status as one of the greatest fighters in UFC history.

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By the Numbers

•Pereira completed his heavyweight transformation aimed at capturing a third title.
•UFC Freedom 250 takes place on the White House's South Lawn.
•Pereira is 66.4lb heavier than his middleweight title weight.
•Gane has spent his entire career competing at heavyweight.
•The bout is for the interim heavyweight title in champion Tom Aspinall's absence.

Latest Updates

6:38 PMYahoo Sports — Pereira completes heavyweight transformation in history bid
6:37 PMBBC Sport — Pereira completes heavyweight transformation in history bid

What they're saying

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Alex Pereira weighs in at 251lb - three pounds heavier than opponent Ciryl Gane - as he aims to become the first UFC fighter to win a title in three different divisions.
— Yahoo Sports

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Alex Pereira weighs in at 251lb - three pounds heavier than opponent Ciryl Gane - as he aims to become the first UFC fighter to win a title in three different divisions.
— BBC Sport

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