Heavyweight contender Ciryl Gane has brought in kickboxer Artem Vakhitov to help prepare for his upcoming bout at UFC White House. Vakhitov is particularly notable as the last person to defeat Alex Pereira in kickboxing, achieving that victory in 2021. By enlisting Vakhitov, Gane is tapping into the expertise of someone who has successfully solved the puzzle presented by Pereira's striking game. This strategic training camp addition suggests Gane is looking to sharpen his striking skills against an opponent who has proven capable of dealing with elite kickboxing-based competition.
UFC White House
Sunday, June 14, 2026
