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Sean O’Malley praises Alex Pereira for post-fight response at UFC Freedom 250

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 3:29 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Sean O’Malley praises Alex Pereira for post-fight response at UFC Freedom 250

Summary

After his loss to Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250, Alex Pereira received recognition for his composed response during a post-fight interview. Despite voicing concerns over illegal strikes, Pereira emphasized lessons learned and shared a poignant message with his family. Sean O’Malley, who won his earlier fight, commended Pereira for addressing family hardships. Pereira has appealed the officiating, requesting disciplinary action against Herb Dean, while seeking a rematch, potentially targeting September. However, he may have to wait as Gane is set for a title shot against Tom Aspinall.

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By the Numbers

•Pereira lost to Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250.
•He expressed concerns over illegal strikes during the fight.
•Sean O’Malley praised Pereira's calm demeanor post-fight.
•Pereira is appealing the result and wants a rematch.
•Gane is in line for a title shot against Tom Aspinall.

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3:29 PMYahoo Sports — Sean O’Malley praises Alex Pereira’s for his speech after UFC Freedom 250 defeat

What they're saying

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There’s been some credit given to Alex Pereira for how he responded right after his defeat at UFC Freedom 250. In the co-main event, Ciryl Gane stopped Pereira in their interim heavyweight title fight.
— Yahoo Sports

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