In the 'hunt' for a rematch with Makhachev, Do Bronx analyzes his rival's overwhelming performance at UFC 294

Charles of the Bronx He is a Brazilian standout in the UFC. Photo: Instagram/UFC

In the 'hunt' for a new fight for the lightweight belt (up to 70,3kg.) against Islam makhachev, Charles of the Bronx evaluated the gala presentation of the Russian champion at the UFC 294. In an interview with 'The MMA Hour', the Brazilian star praised his rival's stance in the face of Alexander Volkanovsky. In the clash, the pupil of Khabib Nurmagomedov He defended his title with a knockout over his opponent scheduled at the last minute at the event.

“I watched the fight. This shows how much Islam has evolved in the standing part. He read the fight perfectly. He started by kicking from underneath and ended with a kick to the head. Congratulations. Volkanovski is also to be congratulated for accepting the fight. They are two great fighters, who are in history. They deserve all the respect in the world,” said Do Bronx.

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Initial highlight in UFC 294, Charles ended up following the event from a distance. The Brazilian, who would face off in a rematch with the Russian champion, ended up suffering a deep cut on the eve of the clash and gave way to Alexander.

Moments after Makhachev's attack on the featherweight icon (up to 65,7 kg), the president of Ultimate, Dana White, indicated the chances of counting on the São Paulo native as Islam's next opponent.

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