In 2024, Alex Poatan retained his light heavyweight belt with 3 successful defenses, earning R$46 million. The information was released by Lance on Tuesday (Dec 24, 2024)
In April, Poatan faced Jamahal Hill and won by knockout in the first round. The Brazilian earned US$2.8 million (R$14 million), being the highest paid fighter of the night, despite not receiving bonuses. “Fight of the Night” or “Performance of the Night”.
In June, Poatan defeated Jiri Procházka by knockout in the second round, retaining the belt. The Brazilian’s purse was once again US$2.8 million, reinforcing his status as a big name in the UFC.
In October, Alex Poatan defended his title against Khalil Rountree Jr. After difficulties in the first rounds, the Brazilian knocked out Rountree in the fourth, keeping the belt and winning US$2.74 million (R$14.5 million). Additionally, both fighters received the bonus of “Fight of the Night”with US$50 thousand (R$272 thousand) each.
With these victories, Poatan totaled R$46 million in 2024.
