Alex Poatan reveals the reason for the big change in his preparation for UFC Casa Branca: 'It's priceless'

Poatan celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC

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Alex Poatán He made a significant change in his preparation precisely for the biggest challenge of his career, but for a special reason. He was scheduled for the co-main event of UFC White House, scheduled for June 14th, the Brazilian faces Cyryl Gane In a duel valid for the interim heavyweight belt (up to 120,2 kg). In case of victory, the Pataxó fighter could become the first athlete to win three belts in the organization. For this, he chose to start his training camp in Sobrália, in the interior of Minas Gerais.

During an appearance on the 'Overdogs Brasil' podcast, Poatan explained that the decision is part of a kind of 'pre-camp', highlighting the importance of the adaptation period after a foot injury suffered in his last fight. The Brazilian stressed that he had never been sidelined for so long and saw the change of environment as an opportunity for physical and mental recovery.
The former champion also praised the tranquility of the place, citing the clean air, the energy of the people, and the simple lifestyle as key factors in his focus during training.

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“I think it’s a pre-camp, right? Coming here, staying here for a month. After my last fight, I injured my foot. So, I’ve never been out for so long. So, coming here, like you said, this fresh air, a different environment, you know? And the energy of the people is also very good. I felt at peace, you know? I felt relaxed there, the people were simple, respectful. Man, that’s priceless,” he said. Alex Poatán.

Alex Poatan seeks third UFC belt.

Alex Poatán after defeat in UFC 313 (Photo: Instagram UFC Canada)

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The first belt of Alex Poatán In the UFC, he competed in the middleweight division (up to 83,9 kg). On that occasion, the Brazilian faced his biggest rival, Israel adesanya, in the main fight of the UFC 281, and knocked out the Nigerian in the fifth round, accumulating his third victory over his opponent in combat sports. In the rematch, held in UFC 287Adesanya got his revenge, knocked out Poatan, and regained the title.

Exhausted from the weight cut, the Brazilian decided to move up a weight class. After winning Jan Blachowicz No. UFC 291, received the opportunity to compete for the light heavyweight belt against Jiri Prochazka, at UFC 295Poatan knocked out the Czech fighter, won the division title (up to 93 kg), and defended it three times.

Later, it was surpassed by Magomed Ankalayev No. UFC 313, but bounced back by reclaiming the throne at UFC 320. Now, faced with uncertainty about the return of Tom aspinall to defend the undisputed heavyweight title, Poatan face Cyryl Gane In his debut in the category, competing for the interim title.