Discover the story of Charles do Bronxs, Brazilian UFC champion and fighter in the octagon and in life, who overcame barriers to leave his legacy
Charles Oliveirabetter known as ‘Charles do Bronxs’, is one of the greatest legacies of world sport still in activity. Born in Vicente de Carvalhodistrict of guarujáin Sao Paulohe holds the record for the most submissions in UFC history, with 16 in total, and has won the most fast lane fights (knockout or submission), with three KOs.
Charles is also the organization’s current lightweight champion, and this Saturday, the 22nd, he will fight for the UFC belt for the third time, in Abu Dhabi. On the eve of the fight, the Brazilian talked to the press, projected the fight with Islam Makhachev and promised intense pace to keep the organization’s title.
The story of Charles of the Bronxs is one of pure overcoming. Raised in the periphery, he faced several challenges to reach the top of the world in sports. Diagnosed with rheumatism in the bones and heart murmur, it was on the mat, more specifically in jiu-jitsu, that the athlete was able to overcome his physical limitations.
At just 12 years old, he was champion of São Paulo and over time he accumulated titles in the modality, being also Brazilian, Pan American, world champion and winning the black belt of the martial art in 2010. He faced the challenges of life on the mats and in the rings. that came from his remarkable nickname “from the Bronx”.
“Periphery, where I come from. Whenever I went to compete in an amateur championship, I faced much bigger and stronger opponents and I was skinny. And, they always said, look at the guys from the favela over there, from the Bronxs. As I needed a nickname to be able to fight, I put mine like the Bronxs”, said the fighter, who is now under new career management, for the “GoDoIt!“.
The beginning of his legacy in the UFC begins in 2010, against Darren Elkins, with a victory at 41 seconds of the first round via submission, something that would become his trademark. In 2021, after more than 10 years of career in the organization, he showed his resilience and strength to the world by winning the lightweight belt by beating the multi-champion Michael Chandler.
Today, reaching the age of 33, Charles of the Bronxs is a world power in the sport, having a record of 33 victories, 11 of which in a row and with 2 belt defenses in his curriculum. In addition, he received in the year 2022 one of the highest honors in the world of MMA, being considered the “fighter of the year” in the ESPYS awards, held by ESPN.
Acclaimed and revered wherever he goes for his achievements, history and charisma, the lightweight champion is the most followed Brazilian fighter on Instagram, accumulating more than 4.7 million fans, 320,000 followers on Twitter and more than 220,000 on Twitter. Facebook. With his path beyond inspiring, Charles always serves as an example for his followers by showing his story.
His accomplishments in the UFC have taken him to unimaginable places. In October 2021, Charles of the Bronxs was announced as the new ambassador for his favorite club, the Corinthians. He was responsible for publicizing the club’s fight events, participating in training, clinics, technical guidance and helping to build business opportunities.
“Being part of this gigantic team is wonderful! I even get goosebumps saying that. Wearing the shirt of the club I’ve always loved is another dream come true”, commented. Charles Oliveira’s next challenge already has a date. On October 22, he will defend his division belt for the third time. The opponent will now be the Russian Islam Makhachev.
Source: sportbuzz
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