Former rival Adesanya cheers for Poatan at UFC Casa Branca: 'It would be great for the sport'

Adesanya and Poatan watch a UFC event side-by-side. Photo: Instagram/Freestylebender

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On the eve of UFC White House, Alex Poatán He received support from an unlikely character. A former rival of the Brazilian in his kickboxing and MMA days, Israel adesanya He stated that he would like to see him overcome it. Cyryl Gane this Sunday (14), in Washington DC (USA), and achieve an unprecedented feat in the organization's history.

Even after starring in one of the biggest rivalries in combat sports in recent years, the former middleweight king (up to 83,9 kg) didn't hide his admiration for his old opponent's recent career. The strikers faced each other four times throughout their careers. In kickboxing, Poatan won both encounters. In MMA, each athlete achieved one victory. During an appearance on his YouTube channel 'Freestylebender', Adesanya declared his support for the Brazilian.

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“I want to see Alex do that. Honestly, I think it would be great for the sport. It would be fantastic for him to achieve something that has never even been attempted,” Adesanya stated.

Subsequently, the Nigerian emphasized that the potential victory gains even more significance due to the level of his opponent. According to him, Poatan is not facing an ordinary fighter, but one of the most qualified competitors in the heavyweight division.

"Whether you like it or not, you have to appreciate the magnitude of what this guy is doing right now. It's impressive. And he's not just doing it against a casual player or a weak champion. Gane is also a marksman," the former champion added.

The analysis reinforces the anticipation surrounding the confrontation. Former challenger for the undisputed heavyweight title, Cyryl Gane He is recognized for his unique movement, speed, and high technical level, characteristics that are rare for athletes in his category. Precisely for this reason, many experts see the Frenchman as one of the toughest tests in the Brazilian's MMA career.

UFC White House

O UFC White House, also called UFC Freedom 250The concert will take place on June 14th at the official residence of the US president in Washington DC. Unlike usual, the show will be held on a Sunday, Donald Trump's birthday.

In the main fight UFC White House, the Spanish Ilia Topuria He defends his lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg) against the interim title holder, the American. Justin gaethje.

Alex Poatan in the spotlight

Alex Poatán will be highlighted in UFC White HousePhoto: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Brazil will be represented at UFC White HouseIn the co-main fight of the attraction, Alex Poatán He attempts an unprecedented feat. Former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion, Poatan seeks the interim heavyweight (up to 120 kg) title against the Frenchman. Cyryl Gane.

In addition to Poatan, Mauricio Ruffy e Diego lopes These are the other Brazilian athletes on the card. They face Michael chandler e Steve Garciarespectively.

UFC White House fight schedule

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg.): Ilia Topuria x Justin gaethje – Fight for the belt

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg.): Alex Poatán x Cyryl Gane – Fight for the interim belt

Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Sean O'Malley x Aiemann Zahabi

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg.): Josh Hokit x Derrick Lewis

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg.): Michael chandler x Mauricio Ruffy

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg.): Kyle Daukaus x BoNickal

Feather weight (up to 65,7 kg.): Steve Garcia x Diego lopes