One of those responsible for the consecration of Alex Poatán in Ultimate, Glover Teixeira is optimistic when it comes to the rematch between his pupil and Israel adesanya. Present in the preparation of the middleweight champion (up to 83,9kg.) for the new meeting with the Nigerian, the coach spoke exclusively to SUPER FIGHTS about the São Paulo native’s commitment to UFC 287. Aware of possible scenarios, the Minas Gerais native pointed out the path to maintaining the title over the weekend.
“We need to be more active, calm, focused and quick on counterattacks. You can't let him (Adesanya) get too comfortable. He (Israel) tried last time (about making use of wrestling). There was a moment when Poatan tried to take him down, but Adesanya ended up falling on top. He will try everything to win the fight. It's MMA, and we are aware of that. Poatan will also try everything. If he sees that the fight is easier on the ground, he will attack the submission, for sure,” said Glover.
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No UFC 287, Poatan will step into the Octagon for the first time as middleweight champion. In addition to trying to maintain his title against Israel, the Brazilian defends his unbeaten record in the organization.
Leader of the category between 2019 and 2022, Adesanya seeks to recover from his first setback within the 83,9kg division. The stumble against the Tupiniquim ended the fighter's perfect trajectory in the category since he debuted in professional MMA.
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