VIDEO: Alex Poatan impresses with his punching speed in training with Glover Teixeira

Alex Poatán celebrates title alongside Glover Teixeira. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

In full preparation to step into the octagon against Magomed Ankalayev for the second time and compete for the light heavyweight belt (up to 93 kg) in UFC 320, Alex Poatán continues to sharpen the most lethal aspect of his game. The first fighter to be a double champion in Glory Kickboxing, the Brazilian published two videos last Monday (22) in which he shows his striking skills in mitts with Glover Teixeira and Plínio Cruz, their main coaches

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Our stories From his official Instagram account, the São Paulo native impressed with the power and speed of his punches during training, drawing smiles of satisfaction from his coaches. Of his 12 professional victories as an MMA fighter, 10 triumphs came by knockout. In the UFC, only Bruno Blindado e Jan Blachowicz survived the Brazilian until the jury's decision.

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Despite being a visceral knockout artist, Poatan's performance was unrecognizable in the first duel against Ankalaev, connecting only 11 blows to the head of his opponent. More recently, he stated that only two adjustments will be necessary to secure victory in the rematch, which will take place in less than two weeks.