Ilia Topria and Charles do Bronx starred in an unusual moment during the official UFC 317, on Friday (27) in Las Vegas (USA). With respect and provocations, the Spaniard addressed the former Brazilian champion in an ambiguous tone, asking “apologies” for having to face him in the main fight of the event, which takes place on Saturday (28).
The interaction between the two was marked by cordiality and respectful exchanges. Topria approached Charles and, before the cameras, stated, “I respect you, man. You know, all respect.” The Brazilian responded briefly and quietly: “Yes, me too.”
Even with the mild mood, Topria has kept his confidence in a victory in. “I just want to show that I’m the best,” he said, listening to Charles: “Yes, for our family always.” The Spaniard then amended, “For sure. You know I will win,” to which the Brazilian replied, “It will be a big fight. I’m ready for everything.”
The apex of the conversation came when Topria said, “I’m sorry. I didn’t want it to be you,” what Bronx reacted, “Yes, rest assured. I’m ready to make a big fight.” The dialogue ended with respectful votes: “Let’s do,” Topria said. “May God always bless you. Yes, it is you saying,” Charles closed.
Despite the respectful tone in the view, the Spaniard adopted more aggressive stance during the press conference. In an interview, she dug that she will knock out the Brazilian right in the first robbery: “I’m the best fighter in the world. It’s not if I’m going to win the belt. I’m going to do it. I’m knocking out him in the first round.”
Topria also minimized Bronx’s attack power. “It’s impossible! It’s impossible for him to beat stronger than me. Saturday night he will have the opportunity to show it. I say he will wake up on the floor,” he said.
who seeks to regain the lightweight belt, chose not to enter the rival’s psychological game and maintained tranquility in interactions.
