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Pereira completes heavyweight transformation in history bid

Pereira completes heavyweight transformation in history bid
BBC Sport Saturday 13 June 2026, 18:37 UTC 1 min read
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Alex Pereira weighs in at 251lb - three pounds heavier than opponent Ciryl Gane - as he aims to become the first UFC fighter to win a title in three different divisions.

Alex Pereira weighs in at 251lb - three pounds heavier than opponent Ciryl Gane - as he aims to become the first UFC fighter to win a title in three different divisions.
Pereira (PERSON) Alex Pereira (PERSON) Ciryl Gane (ORG) UFC (ORG)
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