Alex Pereira’s team expects KO win over Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250: “I really believe in it”

Alex Pereira’s team isn’t short on confidence going into Sunday’s title fight against Ciryl Gane.

“Poatan” and Gane are set to share the Octagon with the interim UFC Heavyweight Championship at stake. The title fight will serve as the UFC Freedom 250 co-headliner on the White House lawn. This is an opportunity for Pereira to make history as he would become the first UFC fighter to hold titles in three different weight classes if he defeats Gane.

Pereira is known for his devastating striking power and his team expects that threat to carry over in the heavyweight division. Retired ex-UFC light heavyweight champion Glover Teixeira told MMAFighting that the team behind Pereira is fully confident in another highlight reel knockout.

“That’s the goal. That’s the focus,” Teixeira said. “I came here to put on a great fight. I really believe in it. ‘Poatan’ is extremely well prepared. We just have to take care of the details and execute the perfect training camp. You know when you say, ‘The cake is ready. We just have to wait for that golden crust on top, make sure it doesn’t overcook, and then enjoy the result’? That’s where we are. And I’m the same way. I’m going forward. I’m training with joy, I’m really happy, and we’re going after the knockout.”

The oddsmakers are in agreement with MMA fans that Pereira vs. Gane is a real pick ’em fight. Some lean towards Gane pulling off the win due to his experience at heavyweight, while others believe Pereira will show he’s a step above even the top fighters in the weight class.

What is your final prediction for the interim heavyweight title fight between Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250? Will we see a knockout early? Be sure to drop your pick in the comments below.