Khabib Nurmagomedov praises Charles do Bronx, but names Dustin Poirier as favorite at UFC 269

K. Nurmagomedov (center) bets on D. Poirier (left) to win against C. do Bronx (right). Photo: SL Montage

On December 11th, at UFC 269, Charles of the Bronx will put his lightweight belt (up to 70,3kg.) on the line when measuring forces against Dustin poirier. And, in an interview with 'ESPN', the former division champion Khabib Nurmagomedov named the North American as the favorite in the duel.

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“This guy is a real fighter. Very dangerous and if Dustin poirier If you take him to the end, I think he will have a chance to win. But if he gets stuck, I think Charles (from the Bronx) Oliveira will have a chance. My opinion: it is 60% to 40% favoritism for Dustin poirier because of the cardio and 'heart',” Khabib said.

Despite highlighting Poirier's possible advantages in the fight, Khabib tried to reinforce his respect for Do Bronx. According to the Russian, the champion cannot be underestimated due to his qualities.

“But Charles is a dangerous opponent, a genuine champion and on a nine-fight winning streak. It cannot be underestimated. He won the Tony Ferguson and still submitted eight guys. It’s a very interesting fight”, he concluded.

In addition to the duel between Charles of the Bronx e Dustin poirier, for the lightweight belt, the UFC 269 In its co-main fight, the bantamweight belt (up to 61,2 kg) will be fought between the champion Amanda nunes and the challenger Julianna Pena.