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Edson Barboza says Kevin Lee was physically stronger than Khabib

June 30, 2026, 9:42 PM
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Edson Barboza says Kevin Lee was physically stronger than Khabib
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Edson Barboza has revealed that Kevin Lee, not Khabib Nurmagomedov, was the physically strongest opponent he ever faced. Barboza explained that Khabib won through technique and was always one step ahead on the mat, while Lee simply lifted and slammed him with raw power. The Brazilian also discussed his loss to Justin Gaethje, noting he failed to execute the game plan by drifting left into Gaethje's right overhand, and reflected on facing Khabib with just five weeks' preparation while still recovering from shoulder and bicep surgery.

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