Volkanovski backs Pereira, says Gane's illegal strikes made 'direct contact on the brain'

Alexander Volkanovski has come out in defense of Alex Pereira following Ciryl Gane's interim title win at UFC White House, arguing that Gane landed illegal back-of-the-head strikes that made direct contact with the brain. Volkanovski's comments add to the growing controversy surrounding the stoppage and the legality of strikes thrown during the fight.