Poatan celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC
Alex Poatán He may be close to having his next fight announced in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). After regaining the light heavyweight title (up to 93 kg), the Brazilian made it clear that he wants to move up a weight class and pursue an unprecedented feat: a triple championship, now in the heavyweight division (up to 120,2 kg). According to the fighter himself, all that's missing is 'the phone ringing' for this new opportunity to materialize.
The expectation was reinforced in a video posted to Instagram stories. In the images, Alex Poatán He walks through the streets of Las Vegas alongside his trainers, Glover Teixeira And Plinio Cruz. While the light heavyweight champion hints that he is only waiting for the official announcement of his next challenge, his team assures that he is ready for the next step in his career.
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"Glovão, the mouthguard is in my pocket... Tell Moicano, the mouthguard is in my bag, I'm just waiting for the call. Call him!", he said. Alex Poatán.
"The man is ready, he never leaves his shield and sword at home," Glover replied.
Why did Poatan quote Renato Moicano?
Alex Poatán e Renato Moicano are Brazilian highlights in the UFC. Photo: SUPERLUTAS Montage
Recently Alex Poatán used social media to share who was watching a video where Renato Moicano He was giving his opinion on how the light heavyweight champion could salvage the UFC's plans after the cancellation of the fight between Amanda nunes e Kayla harrison No. UFC 324.
On his YouTube channel, Moicano said the problem goes beyond a simple change in the card. The fighter highlighted that the UFC is experiencing a moment of strong commercial pressure, especially after the billion-dollar deal with Paramount+, which requires big attractions to sustain subscriptions and maintain the interest of the general public.
"All the UFC 324 It could be at risk because, in my opinion, this guy (Pimblett) shouldn't even be fighting for a title, and this fight doesn't justify a $7 billion contract that needs to impress fans in the first half of 2026… Dana White said he's under enormous pressure, and with the fight… Amanda nunes Cancelled, what's left of anything truly spectacular on this card? Absolutely nothing…. And who are they going to have to call to save the day? UFC 324In my opinion, who will save the UFC 324 is Alex Poatán.”, said Moicano.
Alex Poatan at UFC 327?
Poatan faces his opponent before the fight. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC_Brasil
Although Dana White hasn't released any official information recently Alex Poatán He publicly ruled out competing at UFC White House, scheduled for June, a decision that intensified rumors that he could be the main attraction at UFC 327, scheduled for April 11 in Miami.
To date, however, Poatan still does not have a confirmed opponent for that date. Among fans, three scenarios appear to be the most discussed: a super fight against Jon Jones in the heavyweight division (up to 120,2 kg); a duel against Cyryl Gane competing for the interim title in the category, given the uncertainty surrounding the return of Tom aspinall; or a title defense in the light heavyweight division against Carlos Ulberg ou Khamzat Shimaev, who has already made it clear that he wants to face the Brazilian.
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