Adesanya's 'buddy' wants Poatan to stay at light heavyweight to face him in the UFC

Alex Poatán is a Brazilian highlight in UFC 313. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram.

Carlos Ulberg want Alex Poatán stay at light heavyweight (up to 93kg) for a chance to face the Brazilian. Recently, the Pataxó caught the attention of the MMA world by suggesting a move up to heavyweight (up to 120,2kg) in search of a superfight against Jon Jones, a decision much celebrated by fans, but not by his training partner. Israel adesanya.

In an interview with 'MMA Junkie', Carlos Ulberg stated that he dreams of facing Alex Poatán and considers the duel to be the biggest and most lucrative possible in the light heavyweight division.

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“I would love to fight Alex. That's the big fight. It's the money fight. It's an exciting fight. It's the fight the fans would love to see. I hope he stays in the light heavyweight division so I can face him. That would be amazing. That would be the fight I've always wanted. Beating someone like Alex means you're at the highest level. That would put everyone else aside, but I want Alex,” he said. Carlos Ulberg.

Despite Ulberg's desire for Poatan to remain at light heavyweight, the Brazilian is expected to face Jon Jones in the UFC's most dangerous division. This is because the former champion gave the green light for the challenge.

"Alex, I would love to bring the highest level of skill to the White House. I appreciate the respect you've shown, let's dance," Bones wrote in a post on X.

Since the retirement of Jon Jones began to be considered, there was speculation about a possible return of the American to the octagon. Poatan's challenge came after the Brazilian knocked out Magomed Ankalayev and regain the 93kg belt. The timing of the response also drew attention: it occurred right after the duel between Tom aspinall e Cyryl Gane end in a No Contest due to an accidental blow.

With Jon Jones vs. Poatan, UFC at the White House begins to heat up

UFC at the White House is currently scheduled to take place on June 14, 2026. Originally, the date considered was July 4, 2026, to coincide with the 250th anniversary of the United States' independence.

However, the date was changed and President Donald Trump confirmed in October 2025 that the event will take place on June 14, which is also his 80th birthday.

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