Alex Poatan signals return to training as Glover Teixeira prepares for boxing match

Alex Poatan has signaled his return to training, indicating that his period of rest has concluded. The former UFC middleweight and light heavyweight champion expressed his intent to prepare for future competition, potentially aiming for a third championship title within the organization.

In a related development, Glover Teixeira is set to return to competition in a boxing match against Maurício Shogun at Spaten Fight Night 3 in São Paulo. Poatan will serve in Teixeira's corner during the bout. Teixeira, who had been retired from MMA since January 2023, noted that Poatan was a primary motivator for his return to active fighting.