Alex Pereira Faces Mixed Reactions Over Heavyweight Transformation Ahead of UFC Fight
‘Out of shape’ – Alex Pereira brutally trolled by fans after revealing HW physique for UFC White House card

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Alex Pereira, the former UFC light-heavyweight champion, is set to compete in the heavyweight division against Ciryl Gane on June 14. Following his weight gain for the transition, fans have expressed mixed reactions to his new physique, with some praising his strength while others criticize his fitness level.
- 01Pereira vacated the UFC light-heavyweight title in February to move up to the heavyweight division.
- 02His upcoming fight against Ciryl Gane is for the interim heavyweight title.
- 03Fans have criticized Pereira's new physique, with comments about him looking 'out of shape' and concerns about his cardio.
- 04Some fans defended Pereira, noting he still has visible abs and remains one of the more fit heavyweights.
- 05A victory over Gane would lead Pereira to a title unification bout against Tom Aspinall.
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Alex Pereira, a Brazilian mixed martial artist and former UFC light-heavyweight champion, has recently transitioned to the heavyweight division, where he will face Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight title on June 14. After vacating his light-heavyweight title in February, Pereira has embraced a heavier training regimen, resulting in a more muscular, yet bulkier physique. This transformation has drawn a mixed response from fans on social media. While some fans expressed concern that Pereira looks 'out of shape' and criticized his potential cardio issues, others defended his appearance, emphasizing that he still maintains visible abs and is among the more fit heavyweights in the UFC. The fight card also features other notable bouts, including Ilia Topuria versus Justin Gaethje for the lightweight title. If Pereira wins against Gane, he will earn a historic title unification bout against the reigning champion Tom Aspinall, who is currently recovering from an injury sustained in his last fight.
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