Paulo borrachinha e Alex Poatán These are highlights in the UFC. Photo: SUPER LUTAS montage
Paulo borrachinha, by all indications, mocked the controversy involving Alex Poatán No. UFC White House, held on June 14th. On that occasion, the Brazilian faced Cyryl Gane In the co-main event, he was knocked out after receiving blows that he himself classified as illegal. After the defeat, the former champion blamed referee Herb Dean's performance for the outcome of the fight.
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In a post on the social network 'X', Borrachinha wrote only the word 'Chororo' (crybaby), without any context. This action, combined with his history of provocations, was interpreted by fans as a possible indirect message directed at Poatan.
Crybaby
— Paulo Costa (@BorrachinhaMMA) June 23, 2026
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Alex Poatán He had the opportunity to become the first fighter to win a third UFC belt, but saw his dream crumble in the second round. After a slow-paced first round, the Brazilian was hit by a powerful jab early in the second round, a blow that sent him to the ground.
With Poatan already down, Cyryl Gane He moved forward to define the fight and delivered a series of elbow strikes. According to the Brazilian, most of the blows landed in the back of the neck, which generated considerable controversy.
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