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.