Chandler praises 'resurgence' and bets on Charles do Bronx winning against Makhachev at UFC 280

C. Do Bronx (left) defeated M. Chandler (right) in the UFC 262, for the lightweight belt. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Highlight of the lightweight ones (up to 70,3kg.), Michael chandler was asked about the confrontation between Charles of the Bronx e Islam makhachev, valid by UFC 280, and ventured a guess. The North American revealed that he does not agree with the Russian's favoritism in the bookmakers, he appreciates the Brazilian's resurgence and is betting on his former rival for the vacant belt in the category.

“Charles Oliveira. I think Charles Oliveira will do the job. Not that Islam (Makhachev) isn't highly praised and could be champion in the future, but there's no reason for him to be a favorite in the fight against Charles Oliveira. What he (Do Bronx) did in the last two fights, destroying everyone he fights, is nothing short of incredible. The resurgence of Charles' career, which was relatively unknown, has had its ups and downs and he is now the number one lightweight on the planet. It's been something to behold. So, give Charles Oliveira a little more respect. I think he knocks him out or submits him”, highlighted Chandler in a conversation with journalists at UFC London.

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The last lightweight champion, Do Bronx tries to regain his position as 'number one' after controversially losing the belt at the weigh-in for his fight against Justin gaethje. In his career, the Brazilian has 33 triumphs and eight setbacks, in addition to being the organization's record holder for submissions and bonuses. He leads the category ranking and comes from significant victories against names like himself Michael chandler, And Dustin poirier, Justin gaethje e Tony Ferguson.

Makhachev, in turn, has his first opportunity for the belt. Pupil of legend Khabib Nurmagomedov, the Russian has a record of 22 positive results and only one negative, ten victories in a series. He must have the support of the local fans in search of the title. In his career, the fighter surpassed names like Arman Tsarukyan, Bobby Green, Gleison Tibau, Dan Hooker, Davi ramos e Drew dober.