C. from the Bronx in a facing ceremony UFC 274. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Highlight of the lightweight ones (up to 70,3kg.), Charles of the Bronx feels undervalued by his next opponent. The Brazilian, who faces Islam makhachev No. UFC 280 on October 22nd, he vented about the arrogance of the Russian and his 'mentor' Khabib Nurmagomedov in publicizing the fight. He remembers his history of overcoming and wants to continue making history with victory in Abu Dhabi (UAE), for the vacant belt in the category.
“Arrogance will kill them. Both as a businessman and as a former fighter (Khabib). If they think they're going to come here and play, no one will ever hit me more than life has already hit me. I was a kid who was taken away from a heart attack, rheumatism in the bones, when the doctor said I wouldn't fight or do anything (sport) and I became UFC champion. I'm coming to your house, my friend, to fight you (Makhachev) to make history and continue as lightweight champion,” said Charles in an interview with 'MMA Today'.
Still according to Do Bronx, the Russians are 'talking nonsense', while he remains focused on the chance to regain his title. The São Paulo native, however, claims that the provocations are reaching him and asks them not to complain later.
“You're talking a lot of nonsense and I'm alone, respecting you as I always have. Just pay attention: what you say is in the media and arriving. Then, don't complain. That’s all I have to say”, concluded the Brazilian.
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 Tony Ferguson, Michael chandler, Dustin poirier, Justin gaethje.
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