C. Do Bronx displays the belt won after the knockout over M. Chandler in the UFC 262. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Challenged by Conor McGregor after his actions against Dustin poirier No. UFC 269, Charles of the Bronx he seems to be willing to let the Irishman 'jump the queue' for a title fight. New lightweight star (up to 70,3kg), the champion spoke excitedly about the chance to face the 'Notorious', famous for bringing in millions of dollars to those with whom he shares the Octagon.
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“May would be a wonderful date. Conor challenged me, asking for a date. Not only him, but the whole world would like to see this confrontation. Lets make it happen. I'll be waiting for him in May,” said Do Bronx, in an interview with 'Sherdog.com'.
At the absolute top of the lightweight division since May 2021, Do Bronx intends to face McGregor even if the belt is not up for grabs. In the same interview, the champion said that the clash could happen in other divisions, as Conor is recovering from a serious ankle injury and may find it difficult to reach 70,3kg. required for a title fight.
“It could happen at welterweight (up to 77kg.), at middleweight (up to 83,9kg.), with my title at stake or not. Just choose and we will be ready”, he concluded.
The favorite of the Brazilian fans, Charles is experiencing the best moment of his career. In addition to sporting the Ultimate belt, the São Paulo native has 10 consecutive victories in the organization. Conor, on the other hand, is inserted in the opposite world to that of the Tupiniquim. The Irishman accumulates two stumbles in a row – both to Dustin poirier – and is recovering from a fracture in his left leg, suffered in July 2021.
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