A fake news story that has been circulating on social media in recent days has even worried MMA fans. Rumors were that the long-awaited rematch between Charles of the Bronx e Michael chandler, scheduled for the UFC 309, on October 16, would be threatened. The information, however, was promptly denied by sources close to the fighters and the event's organization.
The team at SUPER FIGHTS contacted himself Charles of the Bronx and his coach, Diego Lima, from Chute Boxe, who denied any knowledge about the cancellation of the fight. In addition, investigations with sources close to the event confirmed that the information was 'Fake News' and that the fight is still on.
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The rematch between the two fighters is one of the most anticipated by fans, since the Brazilian knocked out the American in the second round of their first fight, winning the lightweight belt. Since then, both have gone through ups and downs in their careers.
Charles of the Bronx, in turn, lost the title on the scales in his last defense, against Justin gaethje, and was also defeated by Islam makhachev in contention for the vacant belt. Despite recent difficulties, the Brazilian showed an impressive recovery by winning Beneil Dariush, but ended up being surpassed by Arman Tsarukyan in his last performance.
Yes, Michael chandler, after the defeat to Charles of the Bronx, is going through a period of instability in his career, with only one victory in his last four fights. The American even considered a confrontation with Conor McGregor, but, after more than a year of waiting, he decided to accept the rematch against the Brazilian.
Charles of the Bronx, 33 years old, is one of the biggest names in Brazilian MMA. With a record of 34 wins and ten losses, the São Paulo native has already faced big names in the category, such as Dustin poirier, Justin gaethje e Islam makhachev.
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