Edson Barboza says Kevin Lee was physically stronger than Khabib

Edson Barboza revealed that Kevin Lee was the physically strongest opponent he ever faced, surpassing even Khabib Nurmagomedov in that regard. Barboza explained that Khabib's dominance came from technique rather than raw strength, recalling how Nurmagomedov always seemed one step ahead on the mat. He also reflected on his loss to Justin Gaethje, noting he failed to execute the game plan by shifting left into a right overhand he never saw coming, and admitted the stoppage was correct once he saw his face afterward.