VIDEO: In pursuit of his third UFC belt, Alex Poatan leaves a message for 2026.

Poatan shows off his UFC belts. Photo: Reproduction/X/AlexPereiraUFC

Alex Poatán He sent a message to the future. The 38-year-old Brazilian is enjoying a period of rest after a year of ups and downs. During an outdoor stroll, the current UFC light heavyweight champion (up to 93 kg) wrote a message on the rock for 2026.

In a relaxed moment outdoors, Alex Poatán He wrote a message on the rock. The Brazilian wrote “Poatan 2026”. The mysterious message led fans to believe it's a sign of confidence that next year will be the time to try and win his third world title. The fighter did not explain if there was a deeper meaning behind the message.

Alex Pereira leaves a message for the future Poatan 2026

“POATAN 2026” pic.twitter.com/TrQEdDTomp

— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) December 14, 2025

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The Brazilian fought twice in 2025. Poatan lost the light heavyweight belt to Magomed Ankalayev via unanimous decision in UFC 313In March, committed to a rematch, Alex returned to the octagon against Ankalaev to try and reclaim the division title.

In the rematch, Poatan reclaimed his title by overcoming Magomed Ankalayev via technical knockout (punches) in the first round of UFC 320, in October.

Alex Poatán in the final moments of the fight against Magomed Ankalayev. Photo: Reproduction/UFC

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Alex Poatan expresses interest in competing for the heavyweight title.

Alex Poatán He has already won two belts in the UFC. The 38-year-old Brazilian won the middleweight title (up to 83,9 kg) and today owns the light heavyweight division of the company.

It is not today that Alex Poatán This demonstrates his desire to move up a weight class and attempt to win the heavyweight title (up to 120,2 kg). Change is considered a natural process in their career.However, Brazilians still lack an official date for this transition.

Alex Poatán has already expressed interest in fighting against Jon Jones The UFC White House event is scheduled for June 2026. This fight would be in the heavyweight division, potentially marking Poatan's grand debut in the division. However, the company has not yet confirmed this fight, keeping the names of those who will be called up for the card of the highly anticipated event secret.