Without fighting since 2019, Renan Barão announces his return at a French event; see details

R. Barão has not acted since November 2019. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Former bantamweight champion (up to 62,1kg.), Renan Barao There is now a new date to return to compete in mixed martial arts. Without acting since November 2019, the Brazilian measures forces against the young man William Gomis, on June 25th, in a fight for Ares FC 7 that will be held in Paris (FRA). The announcement was released by the company and confirmed by the athlete on social media.

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An MMA professional since 2005, the Brazilian has been considered the best pound-for-pound in the world by none other than Dana White, president of the UFC. The fighter, for years, reigned supreme in the company, but ended up encountering difficulties in his career after losing his belt to TJ DillashawIn 2014.

At 34 years old, Barão is experiencing the worst moment of his career. With five negative results in a row, Tupiniquim have not won a match since September 2016, when they overcame Philippe Nover. Today, Renan has 44 commitments in mixed martial arts. The fighter has 34 triumphs, nine setbacks and one 'no contest'.

Yes, William Gomis, 24 years old, has his biggest challenge in professional MMA. On the back of seven consecutive victories, the Frenchman has a record of nine positive results and two negative results, in addition to spells at Cage Warriors and UAE Warriors.

 

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