After Charles do Bronx's success at UFC 262, Dana White praises Brazilian history in MMA

D. White at a UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

with the victory of Charles of the Bronx No. UFC 262, held this Saturday (15), Brazil now has four belts in the organization. After meeting the new lightweight champion (up to 70,3 kg), the organization's president, Dana White, tried to praise the Brazilian country's history in MMA. In a press conference after the show, the 'big boss' spoke about the subject.

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“I don't know if at some point there was a 'drought' (of talent) in Brazil. These guys have been dominant in the sport since day one. The 'low' is when (only) half of the champions are Brazilian (laughs). I don’t know if there will come a time when Brazil won’t have some dominance in the UFC,” said White.

With the achievement before Chandler, Do Bronx joined Deiveson Figueiredo e Amanda nunes like Brazilian athletes who occupy the absolute top of their categories.

Charles' achievement, in addition to his personal achievement, represents a milestone in the organization. With the São Paulo native's triumph, the company finally ends the 'Khabib Era'. Legend of the division, the Russian left the sport at the end of 2020, after crashing Justin gaethje and unify the title.

In Ultimate for over 10 years, this was Do Bronx's first title fight in the company. With the tough knockout imposed on Michael, the athlete confirmed his good form and increased the number of consecutive victories to nine.