Brazilian icon in MMA, Charles of the Bronx doesn't hide his excitement for his first title defense. Even without a confirmed opponent, the São Paulo native reinforced his desire to return to the octagon in 2021. Regardless of the opponent, the lightweight champion (up to 70,3kg) guarantees that his reign will be maintained.
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“I'm still looking forward to my next fight, which should take place in December. They talk a lot about (Dustin) Poirier, but he seems to be more interested in other things. I'm training and waiting for a position in the event. Whoever comes, the title will continue in Brazil”, said the São Paulo native, at an event that marked the pre-opening of the company's first physical store.Maximum Boxing'.
Category leader up to 70,3kg. since May, when he ran over Michael chandler competing for the vacant title, Charles still doesn't know who his next opponent will be. The number one in the rankings, Poirier, has moved towards the more financially viable fights.
Former interim champion of the category, Dustin had, this season alone, two clashes against Conor McGregor. After receiving large compensation from Ultimate, the athlete, who had rejected a title fight in 2021, now signals the possibility of facing Nate diaz.
While the North American continues to look for what he believes is best, Do Bronx continues to wait to find out who his opponent will be.
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