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Edson Barboza: Kevin Lee Was Physically Stronger Than Khabib

June 29, 2026
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Edson Barboza has revealed that Kevin Lee was the physically strongest opponent he ever faced, rating him above Khabib Nurmagomedov in terms of raw power. Barboza said Lee simply lifted him off the ground and slammed him, adding that Lee also defended a D'Arce choke attempt purely through physical strength. On Khabib, Barboza said the former champion won through technique rather than power, always staying one step ahead on the ground. Barboza also disclosed that he entered the Khabib fight with only five weeks of preparation, coming off major shoulder and bicep surgery with no prior training sessions.

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