Three major storylines dominated the MMA world on Thursday, June 11, 2026, with Alex Pereira’s dramatic size jump, criticism of Conor McGregor, and a Georges St. Pierre appearance all in focus.
Pereira was highlighted in a side-by-side heavyweight transformation tied to UFC Freedom 250, less than a year after competing at 205 pounds. The visual change underscored how quickly the former light heavyweight has added size ahead of his heavyweight involvement.
Pereira also surfaced in another headline by suggesting that Josh Hokit will be cut following Hokit's antics at an event referred to as UFC White House.
Outside the cage, The New York Times criticized Conor McGregor for using PEDs to treat a broken leg, putting the former champion back under a harsh media spotlight.
Rounding out the day’s news, Georges St. Pierre is scheduled to appear at an event on Sunday, adding a legend’s presence to a busy MMA week that also featured names such as Ciryl Gane, Dana, Colby, Derrick Lewis, Edson Barboza, Merab Dvalishvili, Bas Rutten, Mark Hunt, and Ben Rothwell in the broader conversation.
