Multiple UFC fighters comment on upcoming fights and promotional issues

Several UFC-related statements emerged from various fighters and analysts. Artem Vakhitov, assisting Ciryl Gane's training, claimed Alex Pereira will lose due to excessive weight gain. Jiri Prochazka responded to accusations from Ouguerberg, dismissing complaints from a "stripper." Carlos Prates staged a face-off with his daughter against Maddalena. Islam Makhachev confirmed he started training camp for his next bout. Hamzat Chimaev responded to Sean Strickland's trash talk, comparing him to a circus clown and noting Strickland acts differently in person. Colby Covington complained about lack of UFC promotional support and expressed willingness to compete in RAF if the UFC remains uninterested.