Charles of the Bronx He is a former UFC champion. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Apparently, the duel between Charles of the Bronx e Ilia Topuria promises to be a real shock in the center of the octagon. Despite having different styles, the protagonists of UFC 317 have one thing in common: aggressiveness. Both the Spaniard and the Brazilian seek to dominate the space until the end of their fights and, according to the former lightweight champion (up to 70,2kg), this will be the decisive factor in leaving with his arm raised next Saturday (28).
In an interview with 'ESPN', Charles highlighted that he once had the same confidence that Topuria currently shows, but he issued a warning: the Spaniard has yet to face anyone who really puts pressure on him. The Brazilian assured that, unlike Ilia's last opponents, he will not back down.
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“I also had that confidence. When you are undefeated, you never lose. But with all the guys (Touria faced) going backwards, I will not go backwards. I am the problem in this division. You know that. The guy who has a good record, a history of submissions. I am a problem, I am a lion. That is the difference. On the 28th, you will see who is who,” he said. Charles of the Bronx.
According to Topuria, Charles Do Bronx's style favors him for an easy and quick victory
Ilia Topuria is a former featherweight champion. Photo: Reproduction Instagram/UFC Europe
Se Charles of the Bronx believes that his aggressiveness will be a weapon against Ilia Topuria, the Spanish, in turn, sees the situation in a completely opposite. For the former featherweight champion (up to 65,7kg), the Brazilian's style of always advancing will make the fight even easier and faster.
In an interview with UFC News, Topuria analyzed Charles' aggressive style and pointed it out as a clear advantage for his game. According to the Spaniard, the fact that Do Bronx presses from the first second makes his strategy easier, unlike fights against Alexander Volkanovsky e Max Holloway, where he needed to take the initiative and shorten the distance.
“Stylistically, to be honest, his style is perfect for me because I don’t need to close the distance with him, since he moves forward from the first second. For example, if you watch my fights against Volkanovski or Holloway, I had to move forward the whole time, closing the distance. Against Charles, I don’t need to do that. (…) I think it will be very quick, because I will finish him in the first two or three minutes,” he explained. Ilia Topuria.
Ilia Topuria and Charles do Bronx fight for legacy at UFC 317
In addition to the lightweight belt, Ilia Topuria e Charles of the Bronx fight for much more in the UFC 317. A victory would represent a significant milestone in the legacy of both athletes. In Topuria's case, if he has his arm raised, he will join the select group of UFC double champions, being the only one to achieve this feat undefeated.
Yes, Charles of the Bronx, in case of victory, will regain the lightweight title, which was taken from him after failing to make weight in the fight against Justin gaethje.
Ilia Topuria faces Charles of the Bronx No. UFC 317, on June 28, in Las Vegas (USA).
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