Alex Poatán lived through a terribly bitter night in UFC White House and failed to become the first triple champion in the history of the world's largest MMA company. In the co-main event of the grand event held this Sunday (14), in Washington (USA), the Brazilian was brutally knocked out by Cyryl Gane He lost his chance to win the interim heavyweight title (up to 120 kg) in the second round.
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Defeated decisively in his debut in the division, the veteran announced that he will talk to his team to decide whether he will continue in it or return to the light heavyweight division (up to 93 kg). This was Poatan's third defeat in his successful UFC career, having previously lost to Israel Adesanya and Magomed Ankalaev . On the other hand, the Frenchman won the interim belt in the traditional category for the second time. Now, Gane awaits the return of Tom Aspinall , the undisputed champion, to have a rematch.
Poatan struggles against Gane's speed and power.
Gane knocked out Poatan at UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Paramount+
Right at the start of the fight, Poatan surprised Gane with two dangerous high kicks. In turn, Gane relied on low kicks and jabs. At one point, Gane tried to take Poatan down, who defended the attempt. Gaining confidence in the striking exchanges, Gane startled Poatan with straight punches and crosses. Then, Poatan pressured Gane, but struggled to cope with his speed. In the final part of the round, Poatan almost landed a high kick on Gane and delivered a powerful jab.
In the second round, Poatan again landed high kicks on Gane, who responded with kicks and punches. Sharp on his feet, Gane showed no respect for Poatan and staggered him more than once. Powerful, Gane punished Poatan with jabs, straights, and crosses, causing him to fall to the octagon floor. Realizing that Poatan was struggling and almost knocked out, Gane continued attacking with full force and punishing him. Disoriented, Poatan even showed bravery, but Gane finished the fight with his powerful punches, winning the interim heavyweight title.
UFC White House Results
Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria by knockout (corner stoppage) End of Round 4 – Title fight
Heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg): Ciryl Gane defeated Alex Poatan by knockout (left cross) at 1:17 of round 2 – Interim title fight
Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Sean O'Malley defeated Aiemann Zahabi by knockout (right straight) at 4:01 of round 2.
Heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg): Josh Hokit defeated Derrick Lewis by knockout (punches) at 4:08 of round 2.
Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Mauricio Ruffy defeated Michael Chandler by knockout (punches) at 4:29 of round 1.
Middleweight (up to 83,9 kg): Bo Nickal defeated Kyle Daukaus by knockout (elbows) at 4:34 of round 1.
Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Diego Lopes defeated Steve Garcia by knockout (punches) at 2:42 of round 2.
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