Alex Poatán among the fighters from Fighting Nerds. Photo; Reproduction X/alexpoatan
Alex Poatán graced the mats of the São Paulo gym 'Fighting Nerds'. In videos published this Monday (30), on the official account of the group and the fighter, the former light heavyweight champion (up to 93kg) appears in a kickboxing training session.
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Pablo Sucupira, the 'captain' of the academy, first appears in the video walking around cage and giving instructions. Then Poatan appears, wearing yellow gloves and shin guards. The video's caption is 'Drill Time', a term that refers to repetitive, focused training. (see video below)
Anakalaev says Poatan delays rematch
It seems like Magomed Ankalayev got tired of waiting for Alex Poatán to make his first UFC title defense. The Russian, who dethroned the Brazilian No. UFC 313, can't wait to get back into the octagon. With Pataxó recovering from injuries and Jiri Prochazka sidelined for personal reasons, Ankalaev set about electing a challenger on his own.
In a post on 'X' (formerly Twitter), Magomed Ankalayev pointed out that Poatan is asking for more time for the rematch between them to happen. Furthermore, according to the Russian, the Brazilian wants to face him again during Ramadan. The champion also aimed his provocations at Jiri Prochazka, who had refused a duel because of his college exams. Finally, Ankalaev chose Carlos Ulberg as your next challenger
Alex Poatan needs time
Since he was defeated by Magomed Ankalayev No. UFC 313, by unanimous decision of the judges, Alex Poatán has been accused of refusing a rematch with the Russian. However, the reason behind the Brazilian's withdrawal is more serious than it seems. He makes it clear that he took some time off to rest and recover from some injuries and that his return will probably happen in September, October or November.
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