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Edson Barboza: Kevin Lee Was Physically Stronger Than Khabib

June 29, 2026
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Edson Barboza: 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 has faced. Barboza explained that Khabib won through technique — always staying a step ahead on the ground — while Lee simply lifted him off the mat with raw power. The Brazilian also discussed his loss to Justin Gaethje, noting he failed to execute the game plan and never saw the finishing punch coming, and reflected on fighting Khabib with only five weeks of preparation following shoulder surgery.

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