Sonnen analyzes 'Do Bronx x Gaethje' and reveals concern about absorbing blows from the Brazilian

C. Sonnen on his YouTube channel. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube

the trajectory of Charles of the Bronx at the top of the lightweight division (up to 70,3kg.), in fact, it has not been easy. Division champion, the Brazilian recovered from knockdowns suffered in duels against Michael chandler e Dustin poirier to resurface and achieve victory.

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However, for Chael Sonnen, the danger of absorbing blows from Charles may be at an even greater risk in the event of a possible fight in front of Justin gaethje since, according to the former fighter and current commentator, the North American hits even harder.

“If you were to study Charles (from the Bronx) Oliveira, you would have to look closely to see how you could beat him. And the numbers don't lie, as Charles Oliveira takes a lot of blows and gets hit a lot more than most champions. He doesn't have a chin Chris Leben for which he is known. He reacts like a normal human being, that is, he falls and is injured. None of this is a criticism of Charles, it's something we have to be aware of because Justin gaethje is very good at hurting people,” said Sonnen on his official channel on 'YouTube'.

Charles of the Bronx He is experiencing his best moment and, as lightweight champion (up to 70,3kg), he has shown himself to be a complete fighter. Currently, in his career, there are 32 triumphs, eight setbacks and one 'no contest' (fight without result). He is, in fact, the biggest record holder for submissions (15) and collector of bonuses (18) in the history of Utlimate.

Justin gaethje, in turn, is one of the most aggressive athletes currently in the organization and is coming from a 'war' against Michael chandler No. UFC 268. The North American has a record of 22 positive results and three negative results, including significant victories against Edson Barboza, Donald Cerrone e Tony Ferguson.

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