Before UFC 262, Dana White 'forgets' Khabib and cites Do Bronx's evolution in the organization

C. Do Bronx will face M. Chandler in the UFC 262 Photo: Instagram/ @charlesdobronxs

The name of Khabib Nurmagomedov It is definitely a closed matter in the lightweight division (up to 70,3kg). Ultimate president Dana White didn't care about the Russian's shadow in the category, he emphasized that the winner of Chandler x Do Bronx will be the real owner of the belt and took the opportunity to praise the Brazilian. The statement was given in the 'half day' of UFC 262.

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“The fighter who wins on Saturday will be the lightweight champion. Khabib left, he's not here anymore. This category is incredible. There are a lot of big fights coming up and we'll see what happens on Saturday. Charles has been here a long time. He was always dangerous and finally got a title shot. From the Bronx he had ups and downs in his career but he is very talented and finally got his chance,” said Dana.

Hired by the UFC in 2010, Charles has already played 28 times for the organization. Riding on eight consecutive victories, Do Bronx has a record of 30 wins and eight defeats. In the biggest fight of his career, the athlete from São Paulo will face Michael chandler No. UFC 262 scheduled for next Saturday (15). The duel will be valid for the lightweight belt.