Heavyweight loudmouth challenges Poatan after the Brazilian's defeat at UFC Casa Branca.

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

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Josh Hokit He already has a name in mind for his next challenge in the UFC. A few hours after the UFC White Househeld last Sunday (14), in Washington DC (USA), the American made himself available to face Alex PoatánEven after his loss in the co-main event, he stated that he is ready should the organization look for a new opponent for the Brazilian in the heavyweight division.

Known for his provocative profile, the American commented on the category's landscape while analyzing the UFC's next steps. In Hokit's assessment, a possible return of Tom aspinall would force the Briton to face Cyryl GaneThis could leave Poatan without a defined opponent for his next appearance in the octagon.

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I think it needs no explanation. If the Tom aspinall To return, he will have to fight against Cyryl Gane"Pereira is going to need someone to fight and I'm ready," the American stated during the press conference held after the event.

The demonstration comes right after one of the most memorable moments in Poatan's career. The Brazilian entered the co-main event seeking a historic feat, but ended up defeated in his attempt to win the interim heavyweight title. Even with the setback, the former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion remains one of the organization's biggest stars and continues to be surrounded by potential opponents interested in sharing the octagon with him.

For Hokit, challenging the Brazilian also represents an opportunity to gain visibility in one of the most competitive weight classes in the UFC. Although the American has made his willingness to fight clear, there has been no indication from the organization about a possible bout between the two. Even so, the statement adds another name to the list of athletes interested in facing the two-time champion after his defeat at the White House.

UFC White House Results

MAIN CARD – starting at 21 PM (Brasilia time)

Light weight (up to 70,3 kg):   Justin gaethje derrotou Ilia Topuria By knockout (corner stoppage) end of round 4 – Championship fight

Heavy weight (up to 120,2 kg): Cyryl Gane derrotou Alex Poatán By knockout (left cross) at 1:17 of round 2 – Interim title fight

Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Sean O'Malley derrotou Aiemann Zahabi by knockout (right straight) at 4:01 of round 2

Heavy weight (up to 120,2 kg): Josh Hokit derrotou Derrick Lewis by knockout (punches) at 4m08s of R2

Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Mauricio Ruffy derrotou Michael chandler by knockout (punches) at 4m29s of R1

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): BoNickal derrotou Kyle Daukaus by knockout (elbows) at 4:34 of round 1

Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Diego lopes derrotou Steve Garcia by knockout (punches) at 2m42s of R2