Will the phone ring? Poatan suggests 'answering the call' and raises the alarm about the UFC fight in December

Brazilian reacts to Belal Muhammad's injury withdrawal and could take over UFC 310 fight at the last minute

Poatan suggests 'answering the call' and raises the alarm about a UFC fight in December. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube

Poatan suggests 'answering the call' and raises the alarm about a UFC fight in December. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube

Alex Poatán is stirring up social media with the possibility of fighting once again in the 2024 season. After the news that Belal Muhammad | got injured and is out do UFC 310, in December, the Brazilian responded to an Instagram post with a cryptic telephone emoji to fuel speculation about a possible last-minute entry into the event.

The post by the 'haymakers' Instagram account, which reflected on Muhammad's injury before the fight against Shavkat Rakhmonov for the welterweight belt (up to 77kg) and the consequent opening of a spot in the main fight of the card, was answered by Poatan in a concise way, but enough to generate a big reaction among the fans.

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The Brazilian's attitude was interpreted as a clear signal that he would be open to negotiating with the UFC and accepting a new challenge, even after a year with three fights and a declared desire to take a period of rest to treat injuries.

With the departure of Muhammad, the name of Magomed Ankalayev emerges as the main candidate to face Alex Poatán for the light heavyweight belt (up to 93kg). However, the possibility of a rematch against Jan Blachowicz ou Jamahal hill is also not ruled out.

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The meaning of 'joker' is a player who plays in several positions, mainly used in team sports, such as football or basketball. But, in the UFC, Alex has changed the meaning of the word. This is because, in 2024 alone, the current light heavyweight champion (up to 93kg) took three fights at the last minute.

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In April, he 'saved' the UFC 300, who needed a protagonist, and agreed to face Jamahal hill. Again, in issue 303, he took revenge against Jiri Prochazka on the 'International Day of Struggle' to replace Conor McGregor. Finally, at 307, he accepted being chosen to fight in Salt Lake City and came face to face with Khalil rountree. The fighter defeated all his opponents by knockout.

Alex Poatán receives an unexpected call to UFC 303. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube/Alex Poatán

The ball is now in the UFC's court. The organization will have to decide whether or not to offer the fight to its biggest 'asset' at the moment. The 37-year-old Brazilian has a record of 12 wins and two losses. In his career, he has already defeated big names in MMA, such as Israel adesanya, Jan Blachowic, Jamahal hill, Khalil rountree e Sean Strickland.

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