Charles do Bronx explains the expression 'gigantic timing' and reveals the reason for his return to UFC Rio

Charles of the Bronx in victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Finally, Charles of the Bronx detailed the true meaning of his famous expression 'giant timing'. The term, widely used by fans of the former champion, gained prominence again, ironically, after the announcement of his return to UFC Rio, on October 11, shortly after the tough knockout loss he suffered in UFC 317, in June.

In a video published on YouTube by Lip Detona, Charles of the Bronx He explained that the expression can have many interpretations and goes far beyond a catchphrase. The former UFC lightweight champion uses the phrase to describe being in the right place at the right time and knowing how to make strategic decisions inside and outside the Octagon.

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"Everyone takes it differently. For me, it has several meanings. It's about being in the right place at the right time, having a good strategy, having made a good negotiation. Everything, for me, is about enormous timing. Sometimes people take everything the wrong way, so for me, it has several meanings. We caught the fight at the right moment... everything, for me, is about timing," he explained. Charles of the Bronx.

The duel against Raphael Fiziev is considered risky by some in the MMA community, as it marks Charles' return to the Octagon after suffering the first knockout of his career. However, the Brazilian sees the challenge as the ideal opportunity to rebound in front of his fans, reinforcing his confidence in his "giant timing."

"For a lot of people, this fight, for me, is wrong, but for me, it's perfect, coming off a loss. Coming back to fight at home, that, for me, is huge. I've never fought in Brazil at the height I'm at today. So, what would that be like? We'll only know on the 11th. I can't let it pass, I have to seize this opportunity... The most important thing, for me, is how happy I am. This, for me, is incredible timing," concluded the former champion.

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.