Former UFC champion bets on heavyweight title fight between Ciryl Gane and Alex Poatan; Understand why.

Alex Poatán at a UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

The name of Alex Poatán It continues to circulate strongly behind the scenes of the UFC, now increasingly linked to the heavyweight division (up to 120,2 kg). For Michael Bisping, a Hall of Famer and former champion of the organization, the scenario could unfold faster than expected, involving an interim title fight between the Brazilian and Cyryl Gane.

The projection emerges amidst the uncertain situation of Tom aspinallThe reigning heavyweight champion, the Englishman recently underwent eye surgery and is expected to be out of the octagon indefinitely. Given this, Bisping raised the possibility of the UFC opting to keep the division active with an interim title.

In a video published on his YouTube channel, the Briton explained his reasoning. For Bisping, the most logical fit would be between Cyryl Gane And the Indian, not only because of his ranking position, but because of his style.

"If Tom really needs surgery, he'll be out for a few months. The UFC will have to do something. I wouldn't be surprised if they announced a fight for the interim belt, however strange that may seem."

Cyryl Gane "He's an exceptional kickboxer. In terms of style, it's an excellent matchup for Poatan. Speed, movement, precision… it's a fight that makes sense technically and also as a spectacle," he analyzed.

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The impact on Alex Poatan's legacy.

Alex Poatán At a UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

The fighter has already made history by winning belts in two divisions and by losing one title and winning another in the same year. A potential heavyweight title would elevate his name to a very rare level in the world of MMA.

While Aspinall's future remains uncertain, the possibility of a Gane vs. Poatan fight for the interim title appears as a sporting, commercial, and historical solution—the kind of scenario the UFC often embraces.