Borrachinha promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
If in 2024 Paulo borrachinha He lost two fights in a row and flirted with leaving the UFC, but now the tables have turned. In April, in Miami (USA), the Brazilian secured his second consecutive victory, coming in strong in the light heavyweight division (up to 93 kg). And the show he put on in the octagon was so impressive that it left Joe Rogan enchanted.
The official UFC commentator made a point of praising Borrachinha and believes the sky's the limit for him in the new division. Rogan's excitement is understandable, as the Brazilian defied underdog status and surprised everyone by knocking out the feared fighter. Azamat Murzakanov In the third round, ending his undefeated streak in MMA. Therefore, the professional emphasizes that the athlete, even in seventh position in the ranking, is ready to challenge the new champion. Carlos Ulberg and beat the other top competitors.
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“He was phenomenal. If I were in his corner, I’d say, ‘Never go back to middleweight. You’re a light heavyweight champion.’ While Ulberg is out for a year, Paulo could become the interim light heavyweight champion. Without a doubt, I really think he could do it. At light heavyweight he’s terrifying. He looks like the old Borrachinha,” the commentator said on his official podcast. 'The Joe Rogan Experience'.
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Paulo borrachinha, 35 years old, is one of the most popular Brazilian fighters in the UFC. The athlete began his MMA career in 2012, debuted for the organization in 2017, and competed for the middleweight title (up to 83,9 kg) in 2020. Currently, the Minas Gerais native is ranked 15th in the division and number seven in the light heavyweight rankings.
In sports, the 'bad boy' built a record of 16 wins and four losses. His main triumphs were against Azamat Murzakanov, John hendricks, Luke Rockhold e Yoel romero.
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