After controversies on the internet, Alex Poatan promises to return to training: 'The fun is over'

Alex Poatan at a UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

PUBLICITY:

Alex Poatan , it seems, is inclined to step away from social media and return to preparing for a UFC fight. Recently, the Pataxó fighter was involved in several controversies , leading fans to question whether his focus had strayed from his career inside the octagon. Now, the former champion has hinted that he intends to get back on track and prioritize training again.

It all started when fans debated on social media about Poatan's recent online discussions, questioning whether he shouldn't 'spend his time' solely on training. One internet user defended the Brazilian, stating that the champion has every right to respond to his critics. The Pataxó warrior agreed with the opinion but made it clear that he intends to return to training.

See too

Danger? Jean Silva admits serious problem after opponent change and details drama in the UFC.

Champion Islam Makhachev anticipates a difficult challenge and shows respect for his future UFC rivals.

Tough response! Gregory Robocop claps back at Anthony Hernandez after being called a cheater in the UFC.

"Yes, brother, but I'm going back to training and now the fun is over! Let's go," Poatan wrote.

Alex Poatan is back in training then… Is a fight coming up? 🤔 pic.twitter.com/NfuzWbp5D2

— MMA Central (@acentraldomma) August 25, 2026

Poatan dreams of winning his third UFC title.

In a Q&A session with fans, Poatan emphasized that he approaches his career gradually, prioritizing well-defined goals. According to the Brazilian, his first objective was to win the middleweight title (up to 83,9 kg) and then repeat the feat in the light heavyweight division (up to 93 kg), both of which he has already achieved. Now, he remains determined to move forward and seek to become number one in the heavyweight division (up to 120,2 kg) as well.

“I take everything one step at a time. My first goal was to get the middleweight belt. I achieved that, I won the belt, then I moved up a weight class and won that belt again. I tried to get a third belt, it didn't work out, but I'm very motivated and have a lot of willpower to continue,” said Alex Poatan .

Exclusive: Michael PQD talks about his brutal UFC debut victory.