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On YouTubeMMA News / EssentiallySports / January 3
Charles Oliveira Picks His Former UFC Opponent to Knock Out Islam Makhachev
With a 16-fight win streak and two-division championship under his belt, UFC welterweight kingpin Islam Makhachev has established himself as one of MMA’s most feared stars, dominating top opponents like Jack Della Maddalena, Dustin Poirier, Alexander Volkanovski (2X), and Charles Oliveira.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 21
Charles Oliveira Catches a Stray as Ex-UFC Champion Hails Islam Makhachev’s Dominance
The lightweight debate never really cools down. It only waits for the next spark. This time, it wasn’t a fight announcement or a heated press exchange, but rather an old training-room memory about former LW and current WW champ Islam Makhachev that reignited a familiar argument about levels at the pinnacle of MMA grappling.
Ex-UFC champ aims to snap losing streak on Holloway vs. Oliveira undercard at UFC 326
Former UFC Bantamweight Champion Cody Garbrandt will attempt to snap a two-fight skid when he returns at UFC 326 next year. The last chapter of the promotion’s
Reinier de Ridder and Paulo Costa reportedly added to stacked Holloway–Oliveira 2 card
UFC 326 is shaping up to feature two notable middleweight matchups, according to reports. Max Holloway is already scheduled to defend his BMF title against Charles Oliveira on March 7 in Las Vegas.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 17
Reinier de Ridder and Paulo Costa among reported additions to Max Holloway vs Charles Oliveira 2 card
Two big middleweight clashes will reportedly take place at UFC 326. We already know that Max Holloway will face Charles Oliveira in a defense of his BMF title on March 7 in Las Vegas.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 10
Charles Oliveira has a bold plan to beat Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett winner to next title shot
Charles Oliveira has not given up hope of returning to the UFC lightweight throne. Ilia Topuria’s brutal UFC 317 knockout dented the Brazilian’s push for a second reign at 155 pounds, having been without the gold in his possession since losing it on the scale in 2022.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 10
Charles Oliveira Keeps Title Hopes Alive in Fiery Response to Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett
Several UFC fans may be talking about Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett and the surprise announcement of the Max Holloway vs. Charles Oliveira BMF title fight that follows, but ‘Do Bronx’ did not wait for a press conference spotlight to enter the lightweight title conversation.
MMA News / Field Level Media / December 6
Max Holloway to defend title against Charles Oliveira at UFC 326
A rematch 10 years in the making is officially on the horizon, as Max Holloway will face Charles Oliveira in the new main event scheduled for UFC 326 on March 7 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 6
Max Holloway Vs. Charles Oliveira Rematch Announced
BMF Champion Max Holloway will rematch Charles Oliveira at UFC 326 on March 7 in Las Vegas. Holloway is making a comeback from a hand injury sustained during his victory over Dustin Poirier at UFC 318 in July.
MMA News / Field Level Media / December 1
Charles Oliveira: Max Holloway rematch won't be in January but 'will happen'
Charles Oliveira insisted Monday that the much-anticipated rematch between himself and Max Holloway will happen in the first half of 2026 but said it will not happen in January.
Charles Oliveira gives new insight into targeted date for BMF bout with Max Holloway
After an emotional victory in Rio, Charles Oliveira disclosed his ambition for a BMF title bout against Max Holloway. Last October, Oliveira made his return to the Octagon in Rio, where he picked up a second-round win over Mateusz Gamrot.
Charles Oliveira points out Justin Gaethje’s flaws in early view on Paddy Pimblett fight
Charles Oliveira has given his take on the interim title fight that is set to headline UFC 324. Paddy Pimblett will face Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title on January 24, headlining the first numbered UFC event of the Paramount+ era.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 5
Max Holloway: 'That’s the Fight I Want'
The idea of Charles Oliveira contending for the UFC’s BMF title feels almost poetic and now, reigning BMF champion Max Holloway says he’s all in on making it happen.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 5
Demand Surges for Max Holloway’s BMF Comeback as Charles Oliveira Faces New Competition
“Hey Hunter, Charles Oliveira versus Max Holloway, BMF. Let’s make that happen,” said Charles Oliveira after submitting Mateusz Gamrot in the second round at UFC Rio, calling out old rival Max Holloway for a future super clash.
MMA News / Yardbarker / November 2
Potential matchups for main-event, co-main-event fighters after UFC Vegas 110
Here’s who the winners and losers could fight next.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 2
Charles Oliveira confronts Max Holloway after being told he ‘quit’ in their first clash
Tensions are seemingly rising between Charles Oliveira and Max Holloway ahead of a potential rematch, but this time, with the ‘BMF’ title on the line. After being knocked out against Ilia Topuria earlier this year in the UFC 317 main event, Charles Oliveira‘s career at the top seemed to be teetering on the edge.
MMA News / Field Level Media / October 30
Max Holloway: Charles Oliveira rematch 'the fight I want'
Charles Oliveira issued the challenge after his latest UFC victory, and Max Holloway accepted. A rematch 10 years in the making could be on the horizon, following Holloway's expressed interest in an interview with Uncrowned, published on Thursday.
Charles Oliveira reaches dream goal by claiming a title in a different sport
Charles Oliveira’s October was a good one, with the back-to-back wins putting him right back into the thick of things. He made his long-awaited return to Brazil last weekend, where he picked up another career highlight after defeating Mateusz Gamrot by submission.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / October 13
Charles Oliveira calls for rematch with 'BMF' Max Holloway, Holloway responds
Former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira got back in the win column in the UFC Rio main event this past Saturday. "Do Bronxs" added another submission win to his record holding resume by tapping out Mateusz Gamrot.
MMA News / Yardbarker / October 12
Potential lightweight matchups for Charles Oliveira, Mateusz Gamrot after bout
UFC fight night in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil ended in stunning fashion with Charles Oliveira submitting Mateusz Gamrot with a rear naked choke in the second round of their bout. Here are some potential next matchups for each fighter.
Charles Oliveira targets huge UFC rematch in plea to UFC brass to 'make that happen'
Former UFC Lightweight Champion Charles Oliveira was visibly emotional following a second round rear-naked-choke submission win over Mateusz Gamrot Saturday night in Rio de Janeiro to cap off another edition of UFC Fight Night.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / October 11
Charles Oliveira Submits Mateusz Gamrot in Round 2, Extends Records in Rio Clinic
RIO DE JANEIRO — In a matchup the betting markets priced as a coin flip, Charles “Do Bronx” Oliveira made it look one-sided. The former lightweight champion dominated early grappling exchanges and finished Mateusz Gamrot with a rear-naked choke at 2:48 of Round 2 in the UFC Fight Night 261 main event at Farmasi Arena.
How UFC Icon Became An Astonishing Lightweight Legend
The UFC lightweight division has produced many electrifying fighters, but none have captivated audiences quite like UFC icon Charles Oliveira. While a
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 10
UFC Fight Night – Charles Oliveira vs Mateusz Gamrot: Preview & Betting Tips
The UFC returns with a fascinating lightweight main event as former champion Charles Oliveira looks to bounce back against surging contender Mateusz Gamrot.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / October 9
Charles Oliveira Shoots Down Retirement Talk Ahead of UFC Fight Night 261 Main Event in Brazil
Just days away from turning 38, Charles “Do Bronx” Oliveira is ready to step into the Octagon for the 48th fight of his storied professional career and he’s doing it on home soil.
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