Renato Moicano describes the UFC's plan behind the rumors about Alex Poatan's next fight.

Renato Moicano e Alex Poatán are Brazilian highlights in the UFC. Photo: SUPER LUTAS Montage

Renato Moicano presented a theory about the next commitment of Alex Poatán in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). In recent days, fans have been surprised by the rumor that the light heavyweight champion... It could be scaled. to face Carlos Ulberg No. UFC 324, scheduled for January 24th, even though his stated desire is to face Jon Jones at the White House.

In a video posted on his YouTube channel, Moicano stated that Poatan would be 'saving the UFC once again'. According to the Brazilian, the organization understands that the champion's presence on the first Paramount card will attract a huge audience.

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"He's saving the UFC again. Because the UFC knows that..." Alex Poatán, in the first Paramount card, is going to be a hit. And we know that what the Alex Poatán What I wanted was to fight with the Jon JonesHowever, Dana White knows that you can't trust him. Jon Jones…That's why they're putting Poatan in a fight so quickly now in January. He knocks out the Carlos Ulberg "And he still has time to fight in the White House," he said. Renato Moicano.

Moicano rates Carlos Ulberg as an easy fight for Alex Poatan.

Poatan may face Carlos Ulberg in 2026 by the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC

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Renato Moicano He also classified the duel as a "protocol" fight for the champion. Although he acknowledges Ulberg as a good athlete, he stressed that the New Zealander is a striker and, therefore, would be at a disadvantage against Poatan. The Brazilian argued that when the champion gets the timing of the fight right, the confrontation tends to become irreversible for any striking athlete. In his assessment, Ulberg does not have the level to compete with Alex Pereira.

"It's a routine fight for the Alex Poatán. 'O Carlos Ulberg "He's a good guy," sure, but he's a striker, and against anyone in the world, once he (Poatan) gets the timing right, it's over. If you're a striker and you're going to fight against him... Alex PoatánMy brother, I feel so sorry for you. Carlos Ulberg "He's not at the level to fight Alex Pereira," concluded the Brazilian.