Pereira accuses Gane of illegal strikes in defeat

Alex Pereira stated that Ciryl Gane landed several "illegal shots" that influenced the outcome of their fight at the UFC's White House event. Pereira, who lost the bout, detailed specific instances where he believed Gane's strikes violated the rules. The fighter expressed his disappointment with the officiating, suggesting that the illegal blows impacted his ability to perform optimally. He indicated that these actions were not in line with the spirit of fair competition expected in professional mixed martial arts. Pereira's comments suggest a potential review or appeal process regarding the fight's conclusion. The UFC has not yet issued a formal statement regarding Pereira's accusations.