Charles do Bronx denies rumors of retirement at UFC Rio and reveals how long he intends to fight

Charles of the Bronx is a former UFC champion. Photo: Reproduction/UFC India

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The idea of ​​retirement is still far from everyone's mind. charles do brox. By insisting on taking action at UFC Rio and accepting the tenth place ranking, Raphael Fiziev, many fans wondered if the duel scheduled for October 11th would be the last of the former champion's career, however, according to the São Paulo native, he is far from abandoning the gloves in the center of the cage.

In an interview with 'Ag Fight', Charles of the Bronx made it clear that he's not thinking about retirement. At 35, the fighter appears motivated and satisfied with his career, stating that there's still a lot to be achieved.

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"I have no desire whatsoever to retire. I don't want to retire. There's so much more to come. I'm very happy with what I'm doing. I'm only 35, so there's so much more to come. So, stop talking to me about retirement. I don't want to retire," he said from the Bronx.

The former champion explained that his criteria for continuing to compete is personal: as long as he feels motivated, happy and engaged in training, he will continue fighting.

"Until I feel good, until I feel excited about dedicating myself, training, and being happy. That's the most important thing," Charles concluded.

Rafael Fiziev doesn't want to retire Charles Do Bronx

R. Fiziev at a UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube UFC

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Scheduled to face Charles at UFC Rio, Raphael Fiziev doesn't like the idea of ​​being the last fighter to face the Brazilian. In an interview with the channel 'Home of Fight,' the Kyrgyz said he would be surprised and even emotionally shaken if Do Bronx actually hangs up his gloves in front of his fans.

"I've been thinking about it. It would be surprising to me. But time is unforgiving. What is he? 36? 37? I was planning to end my career at 35. If he decides to stop after our fight, I'll be sad," Fiziev declared.

Charles do Bronx vs Rafael Fiziev at UFC Rio

At 32, Raphael Fiziev currently occupies the tenth place in the lightweight rankings and is coming off a decision victory over Ignatius Bahamondes, after a three-game losing streak.

Yes, Charles of the Bronx tries to recover after being knocked out by Ilia Topuria in February and announced a quick return to fight with the support of the fans, who sold out tickets within hours of sale.