Josh Hokit argues that Poatan and Gane should fight for the undisputed title at UFC Casa Branca

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Josh Hokit argued that Alex Poatán e Cyryl Gane They should compete for the undisputed heavyweight title (up to 120,2 kg) in UFC White HouseThe Brazilian and the Frenchman will face off in the co-main event, a fight for the interim title, scheduled for June 14th. Tom aspinall, the current undisputed champion, is unable to compete due to an eye injury, a situation that, in the American's view, has hampered the organization's most dangerous division.

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In an interview with 'UFC on Paramount', Hokit argued that, for the division to get back on track, the ideal scenario would be to promote Poatan and Gane to a direct title fight in the heavyweight division. The athlete also criticized the uncertainty surrounding Aspinall's condition, pointing out contradictions in the Briton's statements.

"To get the division moving again, Pereira and Gane should fight for the heavyweight championship... You have..." Tom aspinall "Saying he's blind now. Saying he can't train, or drive. Then suddenly he says he's coming back. Choose one or the other at this point. I think the division is being stalled by his antics or whatever he's doing," he said. Josh Hokit.

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Tom Aspinall is experiencing a period of uncertainty in the UFC.

Tom aspinall releases photo of his eyes after his UFC 321 fight. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube

After suffering a finger poke and abandoning the fight at UFC 321, held in October 2025, Tom aspinall The situation remains uncertain regarding his return to the octagon. The Briton had to undergo eye surgery and is still recovering, with no date set for his return to competition.

Meanwhile, the heavyweight division continues to move forward. Cyryl Gane e Alex Poatán face each other in UFC White House, in a duel valid for the interim belt and which should define the next opponent of the category champion.

Alex Poatan x Josh Hokit rivalry

Hokit argues with Poatan and Topuria at the UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Although he did not respond directly to the advances of Josh Hokit, Alex Poatán Pereira already finds himself embroiled in a rivalry with the American. During the press conference to promote the UFC White HouseThe loudmouth stole the spotlight by provoking the Brazilian.

The situation became even more tense when Ilia Topuria He came to Poatan's defense, generating a confusion A widespread incident that ended with Hokit's expulsion.

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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 HouseIn the co-main fight of the attraction, Alex Poatán He attempts an unprecedented feat. Former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion, Poatan 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.