Alex Poatan sees the UFC White House fight as a 'chance to make history'

Alex Poatán after fight in UFC (Photo Instagram UFC Canada)

Alex Poatán seeks to achieve the unprecedented feat of becoming champion in three different UFC weight classes against Cyryl Gane in the co-main fight of UFC White HouseThe event is scheduled for June 14th in Washington DC (USA). The duel will mark the Brazilian's official debut in the heavyweight division (up to 120,2kg) and could represent another historic chapter in his career with the organization.

More than an opportunity to pursue a new sporting achievement, Poatan stated that he sees the fight as a chance to present his life story to the MMA audience. In an interview with the official UFC website, the former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion highlighted the personal significance of the confrontation against the Frenchman.

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“We deserve to be here. It’s another opportunity, a chance to make history, but also (a chance) to show my story to people,” the Brazilian declared to the UFC website.

The fight against Gane puts Poatan in a rare position in the organization's recent history. After winning belts in two different UFC and Glory weight classes, the Brazilian will try to achieve prominence among the heavyweights as well. If successful, the renowned striker will solidify himself as one of the biggest stars in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. 

UFC White House

O UFC White House, also called UFC Freedom 250The concert will take place on June 14th at the official residence of the US president in Washington DC. Unlike usual, the show will be held on a Sunday, Donald Trump's birthday.

In the main fight UFC White House, the Spanish Ilia Topuria He defends his lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg) against the interim title holder, the American. Justin gaethje.

Alex Poatan in the spotlight

Alex Poatán will be highlighted in UFC White HousePhoto: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Brazil will be represented at UFC White House. In the co-principal struggle, Alex Poatán He attempts an unprecedented feat. The renowned striker, former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion, seeks the interim heavyweight (up to 120 kg) title against the Frenchman. Cyryl Gane.

In addition to Poatan, Mauricio Ruffy e Diego lopes These are the other Brazilian athletes on the card. They face Michael chandler e Steve Garciarespectively.

UFC White House fight schedule

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg.): Ilia Topuria x Justin gaethje – Fight for the belt

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg.): Alex Poatán x Cyryl Gane – Fight for the interim belt

Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Sean O'Malley x Aiemann Zahabi

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg): Josh Hokit x Derrick Lewis

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg.): Michael chandler x Mauricio Ruffy

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg.): Kyle Daukaus x BoNickal

Feather weight (up to 65,7 kg.): Steve Garcia x Diego lopes