C. from the Bronx (right) throws a punch at D. Poirier in the UFC 269 (Photo: Playback / Instagram)
On December 11, 2021, Charles of the Bronx he consolidated his reign in the lightweight division (up to 70,3kg) and definitely showed that it would be 'blurry' to take away his belt. At the UFC 269, held in Las Vegas (USA), the Brazilian survived a knockdown and many hard blows from Dustin poirier, but showed resilience and submitted the North American in the third round. Remember the confrontation.
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After finishing Michael chandler in May, Do Bronx was scheduled to face the experienced Dustin poirier in the main fight of UFC 269, which would take place on December 11th, in Las Vegas (USA). Even though he owned the lightweight belt, Charles had to deal with several comments from fans and the specialized press saying that he was in the position 'by chance' and that he was 'only good at jiu-jitsu', which made the Brazilian arrive for the clash with a lot of blood in his eyes.
In the octagon, Charles started the duel with the traditional 'Chute Boxe style', walking forward and looking for striking at close range, however, Poirier showed himself prepared and even in the first round landed a left blow that led to the Brazilian being knocked down. Dustin also gave the champion another scare, who resisted until the first bell sounded.
In the second round, Charles returned determined to use his strengths: grappling and jiu-jitsu. From the Bronx he got the takedown, ended up on the bottom and narrowly missed getting an armbar. Unsuccessful in the submission, Charlinho remained in control of the position and struck until the bell sounded.
In the third round, the path to victory was clear: Charles sought the clinch from the bell, took the back and, despite Poirier's resistance, managed the rear naked choke and forced the American to tap out. End of fight. The lightweight division had an owner and his name was Charles of the Bronx.
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