Mystery solved! Alex Poatan explains the true meaning of the enigmatic message in the UFC.

Poatan focused before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC

Last week, Alex Poatán He caused quite a stir by posting an enigmatic message on his official Instagram account. In the post, the UFC light heavyweight champion (up to 93 kg) used the expression '1-2-3 and go', generating expectations among fans about his next career move. Days later, the renowned striker revealed his true intention behind the message.

Honestly, Poatan pointed out that it was all just a joke and admitted that he wasn't surprised by the reaction it generated. On the contrary, the UFC star stated that he took such action because he knew it would attract the attention of fans and the press.

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It's worth noting that this wasn't the first time the Brazilian has posted cryptic messages with the clear intention of staying in the spotlight during his time away from fighting. In any case, Poatan says his next UFC fight should be announced soon, possibly his first title defense in his second reign at light heavyweight or a move up to heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg) in pursuit of a third title.

“In Brazil, we do this kind of thing, right? We jump, we run, one, two, three, go! I just threw that thing in there to mess around. People like it, you know? My fans are there and they think: 'What's going to happen?' I throw something in the air like that and people like it,” said the UFC champion in an interview with the channel. Walter Walker.

"But we're discussing a few things. We've already started talking about my next fight. It took a little while, but we're very close to getting something done," he concluded.

Terror of former champions

Alex PoatánThe 38-year-old fighter made his name in kickboxing with Glory and debuted in the UFC in 2021. From there, the Brazilian experienced a meteoric rise, becoming one of the organization's main stars.

It's no coincidence that the athlete won the middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) belts. Furthermore, the renowned striker has a record that includes defeating former champions. Israel adesanya, Jamahal hill, Jan Blachowicz, Jiri Prochazka (twice), Magomed Ankalayev e Sean Strickland.