Barboza says Kevin Lee was physically stronger than Khabib

Edson Barboza revealed that Kevin Lee was the most physically powerful opponent he ever faced, surpassing even Khabib Nurmagomedov in raw strength. Barboza described Lee simply picking him up and slamming him to the canvas, and noted Lee used pure physicality to defend against a choke attempt. By contrast, Barboza said Khabib's dominance came through technique rather than brute strength, always being one step ahead on the ground. Barboza also reflected on his loss to Justin Gaethje, saying he failed to execute the game plan and was caught by a punch he never saw coming.