Cormier reveals that Poatan received R$ 51 million per fight in the UFC. White House: 'The only one who's winning'.

Poatan at the UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Legend of combat sports, Alex Poatán You have the chance to expand your legacy and elevate your career. In UFC White House, an event that takes place this Sunday (14), in Washington (USA), the Brazilian, who is competing for the interim heavyweight title (up to 120,2 kg) against Cyryl Gane, could become the first triple champion in the company's history. Because of the magnitude of the commitment, Daniel Cormier There is no doubt that the renowned and highly valued striker was well rewarded.

So much so that the former fighter and current commentator made a shocking revelation about Poatan's involvement in the historical event. UFC White HouseIn a casual conversation with the fighter himself and Plínio Cruz, Cormier revealed that the latter received ten million dollars (approximately R$ 51,01 million at the current exchange rate) to participate in the high-profile event.

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It is true that there is still no confirmation regarding the salary of each fighter scheduled to compete in UFC White HouseIn any case, president Dana White constantly emphasizes that the company's stars are well paid and have no reason to complain about the amount they receive.

"He's the only one fighting in the White House earning ten million dollars," the MMA legend said in a conversation released by Poatan on his official YouTube channel.

Daniel Cormier says Alex Pereira is the only fighter on the UFC White House Card making $10 million

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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, Ilia Topuria defends the lightweight belt (up to 70,3 kg) against Justin gaethje, owner of the interim title.

Alex Poatan in the spotlight

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

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

In addition to Poatan, Mauricio Ruffy e Diego lopes These are the other Brazilian athletes on the card. The pair faces 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): Mauricio Ruffy x Michael chandler

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

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