Proudly, Charles do Bronx claims to have a more impressive resume than Khabib and Makhachev in the UFC.

Charles promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

MMA legend, Charles of the Bronx He demonstrated a full awareness of his status in the sport. UFC 326, an event that takes place this Saturday (7), in Las Vegas (USA), the Brazilian faces Max Holloway In the main event, he's eyeing the 'BMF' (Baddest Motherfucker) belt, a title he's never won before. Therefore, the former lightweight champion (up to 70,3 kg) openly expresses his desire to expand his legacy, but makes it clear he's proud of what he's already achieved.

So much so that Charles made a rather bold statement, which generated immediate discussion. Despite not being a fan of 'trash talk', the Brazilian claimed to have a superior resume to those of... Islam makhachev e Khabib Nurmagomedov, unintentionally provoking the pair. It's worth highlighting that the athlete is the UFC's all-time leading finisher (17), has the most wins by stoppage (21), and holds the record for bonuses (21).

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In turn, Makhachev finished Do Bronx, holds the record for most UFC lightweight title defenses (4), and became the welterweight champion (up to 77,1 kg). Khabib, meanwhile, made history in MMA. 'The Eagle' dominated the lightweight division, retired undefeated, and was inducted into the league's Hall of Fame. It's true that Charles recognizes the importance of the Russians' achievements, but believes his own statistics are more impressive.

“I think everyone had their moment, their phase. Khabib retired undefeated, he’s a giant. Makhachev is making history, he’s a two-division champion. But, honestly, I think the resume, the names, the records, the victories, nobody has anything like mine,” said the former champion in an interview with the YouTube channel 'UFC on Paramount+'.

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Charles' current situation

Charles of the Bronx, 36 years old, comes from a victory over Mateusz gamrotIn October, the MMA legend is currently ranked third in the UFC lightweight division.