Charles Oliveira, former UFC lightweight champion, stated that the promotion is not organizing a fight between Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane. According to the Brazilian, a much more significant and high-profile fight involving his friend "Poatan" is being planned.
"The UFC is not working on the Pereira vs. Gane fight. Something bigger is coming," said the Brazilian in an interview with RMC Sport Combat.
Recall that earlier rumors had already appeared that Pereira's opponent would be Jon Jones.