THU 01 OCT   10:50:03

PEREIRA ACCUSES GANE OF ILLEGAL STRIKES IN UFC DEFEAT

WED 17 JUN 2026 OTHER

Alex Pereira has accused Ciryl Gane of landing illegal strikes during their bout at the UFC's White House event. Pereira stated that multiple "illegal shots" contributed to his defeat in the fight. The accusations follow Pereira's loss to Gane at the venue.

The White House event marked a significant UFC occasion, hosting the championship bout between the two fighters. Pereira's claims regarding illegal striking have been made in the aftermath of the contest. The specific nature of the alleged illegal strikes and their impact on the fight outcome formed the basis of Pereira's statement.

Pereira's post-fight accusations raise questions about the officiating and conduct during the bout. The UFC has not yet issued an official response to the allegations at the time of reporting. Further review of the fight footage may determine whether the claims merit formal investigation by the organisation.

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