Alex Poatan settles scores and makes peace with former enemy on the eve of UFC 307: 'A lot of respect'

Alex Poatán He is the current UFC light heavyweight champion. (Photo: Reproduction/Instagram)

Just a few days away from defending the light heavyweight belt (up to 93 kg) against Khalil Rountree Jr. in the main fight of UFC 307, this Saturday (5), Alex Poatán resolved issues and made peace with an old enemy: Anthony Smith.

The light heavyweights met at a tattoo studio in Salt Lake City, United States to record an interview for a news program. Anthony Smith on ESPN in the United States. Between questions about tattoos, the two also addressed other subjects, including the rivalry they have cultivated in recent months.

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“Sometimes we provoke each other a little on the internet, there is a rivalry, but even people I have fought against, I always try to bring them closer to me. I am a guy who is evolving, I think people can help me and I try to make the most of it,” explained Poatan.

At the end of the conversation, the two greeted each other and left any disagreements in the past. Alex Poatán thanked him for the invitation, which, according to him, was mediated by Glover Teixeira.

“I appreciate you getting in touch. Ever since you spoke to Glover, I’ve been very happy. You showed that you have no malice or resentment towards the provocations we had. Today I’m much better and I feel great. Call me,” he concluded.

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