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Charles of the Bronx during Bruce Buffer's introduction on UFC 326. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram.
A great victory against Max Holloway in the early hours of this Sunday (8) brought much more than just another name to the cartel of Charles of the BronxIn addition to avenging his anticlimactic defeat to the Hawaiian in 2015, the "Blamed Lion" also made sure to achieve a historic feat at the T-Mobile Arena. More than six years after its creation, the BMF belt is in the hands of a Brazilian for the first time.
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Created in 2019 as an idea of Nate diazThe symbolic title, whose acronym stands for 'Baddest Motherf••ker', or the 'toughest son of a bitch', the BMF belt has passed through the hands of several popular figures known for their aggressive fighting style. With duels involving names such as Justin gaethje, Dustin poirier e Jorge masvidalThe status quickly gained popularity among fans.
After the defeat to Islam makhachevAfter reconstruction. After the fall to Ilia Topuria.
Charles of the Bronx it returned.
Smarter.
Stronger.
It's colder.It's not about being evil. It's about being legendary! It's about being BMF! #UFC236 (I.e.
— Igor Ribeiro (@igorribeiromma) March 8, 2026
Charles do Bronx made history for Brazilian MMA.
In total, three fighters had already been crowned BMFs. However, the belt had never been contested, nor won, by a Brazilian. Until now. Max Holloway He had become the first fighter to defend the title by defeating Dustin poirier It was Diamante's farewell during UFC 318, but now it was Abençoado's turn to say goodbye to the crown and watch Leão Embaçado officially become the toughest fighter on the roster.
Charles of the Bronx She proudly displays her BMF belt alongside her son. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram.
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