Among the main names tipped to become the next challenger for Islam makhachev, Charles of the Bronx appears after triumphant victory over Beneil Darisuh. Keeping an eye on your compatriot, Caio Borralho He didn't hesitate when analyzing a possible rematch between the Brazilian and the lightweight champion (up to 70,3kg). According to the middleweight prospect (up to 83,9kg), the result will be different if the second meeting takes place.
“Maybe he will win by technical knockout (Charles). Maybe not finishing, Islam is very good on the ground, he knows how to behave. I think it’s more like Charles beating him standing up, by technical knockout, something like that”, said Borralho in an interview with 'The Schmo'.
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When asked if Do Bronx deserves a rematch against the Russian, Caio defended the former lightweight champion's position.
“The way he ended his last fight, against a tough guy, who had won eight in a row, I think Charles deserves it. He deserves it,” he concluded.
First placed in the lightweight rankings, Do Bronx returned to his winning ways after overcoming Dariush in the UFC 289. With an eye on a rematch against the Russian, the Brazilian claimed that he is not willing to perform in Abu Dhabi and reinforced that the ideal date would be between November and December, so that he could prepare in the best way.
With no fight scheduled, Borralho is looking forward to appearing at the next event hosted in Brazil. In a recent episode, the Brazilian challenged the middleweight phenomenon, BoNickal and stated that the North American is a fighter made up solely of 'hype'.
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