Dana White defends Poatan after UFC controversy at the White House.

Dana White puts belt on Alex Poatán. Photo: Reproduction/UFC

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Dana White doesn't believe that Alex Poatán have used apologies when commenting on defeat all with Cyryl Gane No. UFC White HouseThe Brazilian faced the Frenchman in the co-main event and ended up being knocked out after a series of blows that he classified as illegal, an assessment with which the organization's president shows some agreement.

At the press conference after the ufc vegas 119Dana White acknowledged that the Brazilian was hit with blows to the back of the head. The executive also highlighted Poatan's profile, stating that the former champion doesn't usually complain or seek justifications after defeats, which reinforces the credibility of his interpretation of what happened.

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“It’s undeniable that Alex took some hits to the back of the head. Alex Pereira isn’t a crybaby, and Alex Pereira doesn’t complain about things or make excuses after fights, so I have to believe that he believed it,” said Dana White.

Alex Poatan criticizes Herb Dean's performance at UFC White House.

Cyryl Gane won Alex Poatán No. UFC White HousePhoto: X / UFC News

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After the defeat, Alex Poatán He used social media to question referee Herb Dean's performance. According to the Brazilian, Cyryl Gane He landed illegal blows before the knockout, and the refereeing didn't act as it should have during the fight.