Alex Poatán poses with Fighting Nerds glasses. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube/Fighting Nerds
When Alex Poatán moved up to the UFC's light heavyweight division, many saw his rise as inevitable, a result of his knockout power and the impressive victories he achieved throughout his career at light heavyweight (up to 93kg). But, when looking at the Brazilian's preparation for Magomed Ankalayev No. UFC 311, it is possible to see that the search for more is not just about continuing to be the 'knockout king'. Poatan wants to be more complete. And that now includes wrestling.
the fight against Magomed Ankalayev This is not just another fight for the Brazilian. He knows that in order to keep his belt against an opponent from the sambo world, he needs to evolve. And this evolution comes with the help of a new training partner: Geovanis Palacios, a 7-0 Cuban in MMA and former member of the Cuban Olympic wrestling team.
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In recent days, Fighting Nerds, which always documents the behind-the-scenes of great athletes, revealed images of the champion practicing takedowns and delving into grappling techniques — such as submissions from below and sweeps on the ground.
At 37, Alex Poatán has a record of 12 wins and two losses in MMA. Leader of the light heavyweights (up to 93kg), the São Paulo native has overcome big names such as Khalil rountree Israel adesanya, Sean Strickland, Jamahal hill e Jiri Prochazka.
VIDEO: Poatan surprises with new wrestling techniques to face Ankalaev at UFC 311
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