Josh Hokit is certain that Alex Poatan won't get his wish, but he still has reason to smile. Knocked out by Ciryl Gane at UFC White House , the Brazilian asked for an immediate rematch and, after Tom Aspinall relinquished the belt, saw his name gain traction for a possible title fight against the Frenchman. This is precisely the fight that the outspoken American also desires.
Published on 'X', Josh Hokit He reacted to a recent post by Poatan, in which the Brazilian appears smiling alongside Hunter Campbell, a UFC executive.
Although some fans interpreted the image as a possible indication that the Brazilian was preparing for a duel against Cyryl GaneHowever, his rival saw the situation differently: in his view, Poatan was simply about to receive a million-dollar scholarship.
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"That's the smile of someone who isn't fighting for the title, but will still receive $10 million (approximately R$ 51,5 million)," wrote Josh Hokit.
That's the “You aren't fighting for the title but you are still getting 10 million” smile https://t.co/Zpmol9I066
— The Incredible Hok (@Josh_HokitUFC) September 16, 2026
Alex Poatan and Ciryl Gane line up for a rematch in the UFC.
Although Josh Hokit is keen to secure a fight against Alex Poatan and Ciryl Gane in the UFC, both the Brazilian and the Frenchman have already given the green light for a possible rematch.
Poatan, in a video posted on Instagram, made it clear that, at this moment, the only fight that makes sense for him is a rematch with Gane. The Frenchman, on the other hand, stated in a declaration to 'RMC Sport Combat' that his main objective is to face Tom Aspinall . However, if the Briton does not return to the octagon, Gane has shown himself willing to accept a rematch against the Brazilian.
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