It didn't take long for Charles do Bronx to speak about his next fight, announced during the broadcast of UFC 332, an event held last Saturday (3). The former lightweight champion (up to 70,3 kg) will welcome Diego Lopes to the weight class in the main event of UFC 335, a show scheduled to take place on December 12 in Las Vegas (USA). And, aware of the importance of the commitment, the veteran approaches it with the necessary seriousness.
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On his official Instagram account, Charles exuded confidence and motivation for the highly anticipated encounter with Diego in the octagon. In the fight, the São Paulo native will put the 'BMF' belt (Baddest Motherfucker in the UFC) on the line for the first time and seeks not only to defend it, but also his third position in the lightweight rankings.
Furthermore, the veteran aims to secure his third consecutive victory. Therefore, while he respects 'Franja' and acknowledges his quality, Do Bronx intends to show who's boss in the octagon in order to, perhaps, compete for the undisputed title again.
"The war is almost here! 🔥 Officially announcing my next challenge on December 12th at UFC against Diego Lopes . The BMF belt has an owner, and I'm hungrier than ever to bring it back home! 👊"
“I'm counting on everyone's positive energy to fill the arena, the weigh-in, and make this a historic show together. Let's make some noise and put our name at the top once again! The belt is mine, the belt is ours! We're in this together, team! 🇧🇷🦁”
Charles and Diego's history in MMA.
Charles do Bronx , 36, is an MMA legend and a UFC star. The Brazilian began his career in the sport in 2008, debuted in the company in 2010, and became lightweight champion in 2021.
In this discipline, the athlete built a record of 37 wins, 32 by stoppage (22 by submission and ten by knockout), 11 losses and one 'no contest' (no result). His main victories were over Beneil Dariush , Dustin Poirier , Jim Miller , Justin Gaethje , Mateusz Gamrot , Max Holloway , Michael Chandler (twice) and Tony Ferguson.
Diego Lopes , 31, is a popular and exciting fighter, and one of the best in the featherweight division. The Brazilian began his MMA career in 2012, debuted in the UFC in 2023, and became a sensation. Not surprisingly, he has fought for the division's title twice.
Currently, 'Franja' is ranked second in the division. In the sport, the professional has built a record of 28 wins, 24 by stoppage (12 by submission and 12 by knockout), and eight losses. His main victories were over Brian Ortega , Dan Ige , Jean Silva , and Steve Garcia.
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