After being submitted by the Russian, Charles do Bronx congratulated Islam Makhachev and commented on his performance during the main event of UFC 280
Shortly after losing in the main event, Charles do Bronx analyzed the moments he faced Islam Makhachev and acknowledged that it did not go well. Still inside the Octagon, the former UFC champion regretted that he didn’t have a good day, but planned his return. For him, the organization and the Russian should give him another chance.
“Look, you (Daniel Cormier) were once a fighter and you know how it is. There are days that are not our best day. I promise everyone that I will get him (belt) back (…). Dana, I’ve always accepted fights anywhere in the world. Please I have to be next, give me the chance and I’ll be ready“, said Charles while still inside the Octagon on the official UFC broadcast.
It didn’t work for Charles from the Bronx!! The Brazilian was submitted by Islam Makhachev, but that doesn’t erase his champion shine! 🔥 #charlesdobronx#ufc#islammakhachevpic.twitter.com/7mZyRZSVWs
— Athletistic (@Athletisticbr) October 22, 2022
On Saturday afternoon, the 22nd, Charles do Bronx stepped into the UFC 280 octagon and faced Russian Islam Makhachev in the fight for the vacant lightweight belt. With great expectations from all Brazilians, the fight heated up the atmosphere in the arena in Abu Dhabius United Arab Emiratesand delivered what it promised: rhythm and quality!
However, Islam Makhachev came very prepared for the Octagon and managed to keep pace with Charles Oliveira. With a right cross and submission soon after, the Russian beat the Brazilian and became the lightweight champion. Now, ‘from the Bronx’ remains one of the main challengers for the future of the division in the UFC.
With the fight already in action, Charles tried two kicks in a row and ended up suffering Makhachev’s counterattack. In straight striking, the Russian got the better of him and fell over the Brazilian, who started working on jiu-jitsu and looking for the submission. After reacting and standing in the octagon, ‘do Bronx’ suffered another fall and took more blows.
Unable to escape the pressure, Charles Oliveira suffered a strong right hook in the second round and went to the ground. In the finalization attempt, Islam Makhachev fitted the ‘katagatame‘ and saw the Brazilian declare the end of the fight. With that, the Russian got the better of his rival and secured the lightweight title in the main event of UFC 280.
It is also worth mentioning the atmosphere between the fighters after the fight. After exchanging provocations and insults, Charles do Bronx and Islam Makhachev gave a class on professionalism, made a point of greeting each other and drove the audience crazy. However, the Brazilian has already asked for a rematch with the Russian and the UFC president.
Source: sportbuzz
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