Parrumpinha reassures fans and points out strategy for Charles do Bronx to beat Rafael Fiziev at UFC Rio

Charles of the Bronx He is one of the Brazilian highlights in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Charles of the Bronx left many fans with reservations about accepting to face Raphael Fiziev in the main event of UFC Rio, shortly after being brutally knocked out by Ilia Topuria No. UFC 317. Despite the fans' caution, Marcos 'Parrumpinha', coach of American Top Team, believes that, with the right strategy, the Brazilian can have a calm night on the Rio card.

In an interview with 'PVT', Parrumpinha highlighted that Charles of the Bronx has a good chance against Fiziev due to the Kyrgyz's limited ground game. According to the coach, the Brazilian only needs to land a takedown to have a good chance of finishing quickly.

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"I think Charles has what it takes to win because, bro, if you watch Fiziev's fight against Gaethje... man, Fiziev doesn't know anything about the ground game. And for a guy as skilled as Charles, he only needs a takedown. If he can get him down in half a round, I think he'll finish him," said Parrumpinha.

Although he recognizes Fiziev's skills in defending takedowns, Parrumpa reinforced that Charles does not necessarily need to take the takedown to gain an advantage, and can even take the back, as already done against Dustin poirier. However, he warned that it would be a mistake to exchange blows with his rival while standing.

“I see him having the possibility of taking the fight to the ground. And he doesn't need to take it down, no, he can go straight to the back, like he did with Dustin poirier"Now... I saw an interview where he said, 'No, Fiziev is a striker, but I also have a heavy hand.' I think it would be a mistake if he goes in to exchange blows. He has to follow the Dagestan strategy," the coach concluded.

Marcos Parrumpa (left) next to A. Pantoja (right) with flyweight belt. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @parrumpaatt

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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 June. The Brazilian opted for a quick return to fight with the support of the fans, who sold out tickets within hours of going on sale.