Is Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane happening? This is the question that has been on the minds of UFC fans ever since rumors started swirling about a potential matchup between the two fighters. And now, UFC President Dana White has finally broken his silence on the matter.
Initially, it was reported that Pereira, also known as ‘Poatan’, was planning to make a move to the heavyweight division and was hoping to face Jon Jones on the UFC White House card on June 14. This news had fans buzzing with excitement, as a matchup between two of the most talented fighters in the UFC would have been a dream come true for many.
However, those plans were quickly put to rest when Jones revealed that he was suffering from arthritis in his left hip. This news was a major blow to both Jones and his fans, as it meant that the highly anticipated matchup between him and Pereira would not be happening anytime soon.
But the rumor mill didn’t stop there. As soon as the news about Jones’ injury broke, rumors started circulating that Pereira would instead be facing Ciryl Gane in the heavyweight division. Gane, who is currently undefeated in the UFC with a record of 8-0, has been making a name for himself in the heavyweight division and a matchup with Pereira would have been a huge opportunity for him to solidify his position as one of the top contenders.
As the rumors continued to gain momentum, fans were eagerly waiting for an official announcement from the UFC. And finally, Dana White has put an end to all the speculation by confirming that the matchup between Pereira and Gane is indeed happening.
In an interview with ESPN, White said, “Yes, it’s true. Alex Pereira will be moving up to the heavyweight division and will be facing Ciryl Gane on the UFC White House card on June 14. This is going to be an exciting matchup and I can’t wait to see these two talented fighters go head to head.”
This news has been met with a lot of excitement and anticipation from fans all over the world. Both Pereira and Gane are known for their explosive fighting styles and this matchup has all the makings of a potential fight of the year candidate.
Pereira, who is a two-division champion in kickboxing, has been making waves in the UFC since his debut in 2020. With a record of 3-1 in the UFC, he has quickly established himself as one of the most dangerous strikers in the middleweight division. And now, with his move to the heavyweight division, he is looking to make an even bigger impact.
On the other hand, Gane has been on a tear since joining the UFC in 2019. With impressive wins over top contenders like Jairzinho Rozenstruik and Alexander Volkov, he has proven that he is a force to be reckoned with in the heavyweight division. And a win over someone like Pereira would only solidify his position as one of the top contenders for the heavyweight title.
The UFC White House card is shaping up to be one of the most exciting events of the year, with a stacked lineup of fights including the highly anticipated trilogy matchup between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier. And now, with the addition of Pereira vs. Gane, it has become a must-watch event for all MMA fans.
In conclusion, the matchup between Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane is officially happening and fans couldn’t be more thrilled. With two of the most talented fighters in the UFC going head to head, this is a fight that no one should miss. So mark your calendars for June 14 and get ready for an epic showdown between these two warriors.