Gaziev and Pericic face off ahead of UFC Perth heavyweight clash

Shamil Gaziev and Brando Pericic completed their pre-fight staredown ahead of their heavyweight bout at UFC Perth. The event takes place on May 2, 2026. Both fighters made weight successfully, with Gaziev coming in at 119.74 kg and Pericic at 120.2 kg. The post generated fan engagement asking followers to vote for their prediction, with options supporting either Gaziev or a Pericic knockout.