VIDEO: Poatan steps up preparation with intense sparring against Strickland ahead of UFC 307 fight

Alex Poatán (left) in training with Sean Strickland (dir.). Photo:: Reproduction/Instagram

In preparation for the defense of the light heavyweight belt (up to 93kg) against Khalil rountree Jr no UFC 307 next Saturday (5), Alex Poatán stepped up his training with an old rival: Sean Strickland. The duo, who have already experienced tense moments in the octagon, now demonstrate a relationship of respect and partnership in training.

In a video posted on social media, Poatan and Strickland appear in an intense sparring match, where the exchange of blows and the search for physical superiority are evident. Despite their past rivalry, the fighters demonstrate lightheartedness and good humor during the training session.

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“I felt like I did really well with him, but he would have knocked me out right there. That’s why I hate sparring with him, when I feel like I’m doing good, like I’m winning the round, he just hits me with some s**t,” Strickland joked after the spar.

the fight between Alex Poatán e Khalil rountree Jr promises to be one of the great clashes of the UFC 307 next Saturday (5). The light heavyweight champion is looking for his third title defense in the category, while the challenger has the opportunity to become champion for the first time.

VIDEO: Poatan steps up preparation with intense sparring against Strickland ahead of UFC 307 fight

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