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Barboza says Kevin Lee was physically stronger than Khabib

June 29, 2026
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Barboza says Kevin Lee was physically stronger than Khabib
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Edson Barboza has revealed that Kevin Lee was the physically strongest opponent he ever faced — stronger than Khabib Nurmagomedov — recalling that Lee simply lifted him off the mat and slammed him down. Barboza described Khabib as a technically superior wrestler who was always one step ahead, but noted that Khabib did not hit hard and his main danger came through submissions. Barboza also disclosed that he entered his fight with Khabib with just five weeks of preparation following shoulder surgery that addressed four separate injuries, including a biceps tear and a broken bone.

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