ALEXANDER POPPECK

German middleweight Alexander Poppeck competes in the UFC utilizing an orthodox stance. Training out of the German Top Team, a camp recognized for developing high-level athletes, he has built a reputation on his resilient and technical grappling and striking. Before joining the organization, Poppeck established himself with successful performances in regional promotions.

Poppeck enters UFC Fight Night: Kape vs. Horiguchi with a professional record of six wins and two losses. His previous five outings began with a unanimous decision victory over James Vick, followed by a knockout of Dmitry Turchyn and a split decision win against Mukhammadshoh Atoev. After suffering a submission defeat via rear-naked choke to Dustin Stoltzfus, Poppeck rebounded in his most recent bout by securing a technical knockout victory over Marcin Prachnio with punches.