Former UFC champion points out the reason for Alex Poatán to have a chance of winning Jon Jones. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Alex Poatán He doesn't hide his desire to make history once again in the UFC. After dominating the light heavyweight division (up to 93 kg), the Brazilian is already aiming for an even bigger challenge: moving up to heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg). And, to Jan BlachowiczAccording to the former champion in the under 93 kg category, the plan makes perfect sense.
It was Blachowicz who received Poatan in the light heavyweight division, in UFC 291In a fight marked by a contrast in styles, Alex emerged victorious by split decision. Since then, the Native American has experienced a meteoric rise. Now, the next step could be even more ambitious.
In an interview with Home of Fight, Jan Blachowicz He made it clear that he would like to see the Brazilian testing his limits among the giants of the UFC, including against Jon JonesAlthough "Bones" is no longer the current champion of the division, the fight is still being treated as a super fight. And, in Blachowicz's view, Alex has enough weapons to surprise even one of the biggest names in MMA history.
"I'd love to see Poatan in the heavyweight division. What he did in the light heavyweight division is incredible. It's a very impressive journey. I'm envious, in a good way. I'm a fan of his... I think he can beat the..." Jon Jones"Alex has knockout power. He can end this fight early," the Pole stated.
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Jan Blachowicz vs Alex Poatan at UFC 291
Alex Poatán (left) strikes Jan Blachowicz (dir.) in UFC 291. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter @UFC Japan
No UFC 291, Jan Blachowicz He started better, imposing his takedown and control game in the first round, coming close to a finish. Gradually, however, Alex Poatán He adjusted the distance, began to punish his opponent's leg, and evened the fight on his feet.
In the final rounds, the Brazilian improved, defended takedown attempts better, and asserted his superiority in striking. Even though the Pole still took the fight to the ground at certain points, Poatan's volume and precision were decisive in the close decision in his favor..
Now, with high confidence and a history of terrifying knockouts, Alex Poatán He sees in the heavyweight divisions a chance to enter territory reserved for a select few and, who knows, challenge... Jon Jones in a duel that could stop the MMA world.
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