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Edson Barboza Says Kevin Lee Was Physically Stronger Than Khabib

June 29, 2026
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Edson Barboza revealed that Kevin Lee, not Khabib Nurmagomedov, was the physically strongest opponent he ever faced. Barboza described how Lee simply lifted him off the mat and slammed him down, while Khabib relied more on technique — always one step ahead by reading and countering every defensive move. Barboza also reflected on his loss to Justin Gaethee, noting he failed to execute the game plan by drifting into Gaethee's right overhand near the fence, and said he did not see the finishing shot coming.

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