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“Kick Him Out From the Rankings” – UFC Fighters Erupt After Defaulter Pulls Out of 14th Fight

Published 03/26/2023, 2:17 PM EDT

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Alex Perez is one of the most exciting fighters in the UFC flyweight division. The UFC flyweight will be looking to get a charge on the flyweight title as he wouldn’t want to do so in the twilight of his career. However, the 31-year-old fighter is always plagued with injuries and pulls out from fights on a regular basis. Recently, Perez pulled out from his fight against Manel Kape at UFC San Antonio. The reason cited was a medical condition that Perez suffered before the fight.

The recent canceled bout becomes Perez’s 9th in 10 proposed fights which alarmed some sections of the MMA world. Fighters and fans discussed the issue over the internet as Perez’s 14th fight gets canceled.

UFC Flyweights want the removal of Alex Perez from the rankings

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Muhammad Mokaev and Manel Kape were seen actively raising the points of the sacking of Alex Perez from the UFC flyweight rankings. The stats of #6 ranked Perez is going viral on social media with both the fighters sharing the image. Perez has 9 fights canceled out of 10 which raised the alarm.

Muhammad Mokaev wrote on Twitter, “Kick him out from the rankings!” Meanwhile, Manel Kape shared the image on his Instagram story, “9 fight that he cancel. Pu**y”.

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Kape seemed highly disappointed as he was preparing to face Perez at UFC San Antonio. He becomes the latest victim of a cancellation of Perez’s bout. However, the reason might be a serious one this time as it is reported that Perez suffered from a seizure.

Fans react to Alex Perez’s viral statistics on social media

The fans made their opinions heard as they came out and reacted upon seeing the photo. They were of mixed opinions as some said Perez had a legitimate reason for backing out.

Bruno Massami stated that the UFC would soon kick him out.

Similarly, a fan stated that the UFC should just remove Perez.

Another fan had the same opinion after seeing the stats.

This social media user had a difference in opinion.

One Twitter user thought it was disrespectful since Alex Perez had a seizure.

Similarly, a fan reminded Mokaev that Perez had a serious medical event.

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The fans clearly made their opinions heard. It remains to be seen what happens with Alex Perez as a result of the cancellation of another fight.

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What do you think about the canceled bouts of Alex Perez? Let us know in the comments.

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Faizan Mirza

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Faizan Mirza is a UFC Writer at Essentially Sports. He has had a keen eye on the UFC since 2015 and is a fan of Conor McGregor because of his attitude and charisma. Faizan had been following McGregor's ascent in the sport.
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Anuj Jacob