Charles do Bronx opens up and explains why he didn't face Islam Makhachev at UFC 311

Former lightweight champion revealed that he tried to step into the octagon, but the organization did not allow it

Charles of the Bronx Islam Makhachev

Charles of the Bronx e Islam makhachev in front of the UFC 280. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Charles of the Bronx was in the front row of the UFC 311, an event held last Saturday (18), not only to observe the victory of Islam makhachev about Renato Moicano, but to make it clear that his only goal is still to regain the lightweight belt (up to 70,3 kg). However, the former Brazilian champion was not content with just watching the fight.

He wanted more. On impulse, Do Bronx tried to climb into the octagon to provoke the Russian with a staredown, trying to heat up the rivalry between them and, who knows, bring a possible rematch closer. But the event organizers didn't allow it. In an interview with 'UFC Fight Pass' right after the event, Charles vented.

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“Everyone is asking me, calling me and asking why I didn’t go up. I tried, but it’s not like that. The UFC didn’t let me,” declared the former champion.

The former lightweight champion is 35 years old and has proven on several occasions his quality as one of the best fighters in the category. With 35 victories under his belt — 31 of which were by submission or knockout — Charles is the greatest finisher in the history of the organization.

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Throughout his career, he achieved memorable victories over names such as Dustin poirier, Michael chandler, Tony Ferguson e Justin gaethje to confirm his status as one of the greatest fighters in the division.

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