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Daniel Cormier states that Charles Oliveira demonstrated he is almost as talented as Islam Makhachev if he does not hold the championship title

Charles Oliveira had a lot to prove at UFC 289, despite previously holding the lightweight champion title and defeating several top 10 opponents. Unfortunately, he suffered a one-sided defeat to Islam Makhachev at UFC 280, which reminded fans of past performances where Oliveira struggled when faced with challenges in the octagon. Makhachev won with ease, taking advantage of Oliveira’s weakness on his feet before tapping … Continue reading Daniel Cormier states that Charles Oliveira demonstrated he is almost as talented as Islam Makhachev if he does not hold the championship title

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UFC 291 winner predicted by Islam Makhachev who disdains BMF title

Islam Makhachev has no interest in competing for the BMF title, as he sees the belt as an unnecessary addition to the UFC landscape. He believes that the BMF belt is intended for fighters who are unable to become champions in their weight classes and as a UFC champion, he has no desire to compete for it. Makhachev looks to defend his lightweight title against … Continue reading UFC 291 winner predicted by Islam Makhachev who disdains BMF title

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UFC 289 Recap: Amanda Nunes’ Career, Charles Oliveira’s Victory

The world of MMA saw some major events take place over the weekend, with Amanda Nunes retiring after defeating Irene Aldana to retain her bantamweight title and Charles Oliveira stunning Beneil Dariush. Canadian fighters also put on a show in Vancouver. Many questions have arisen from these events, so let’s dive into them. When it comes to Amanda Nunes’ career, it’s hard to pinpoint any … Continue reading UFC 289 Recap: Amanda Nunes’ Career, Charles Oliveira’s Victory

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Dana White proposes a Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev rematch, calling it the ideal fight to organize

Following his emphatic first-round victory over Beneil Dariush at UFC 289, Charles Oliveira has added another feather to his already-crowded cap, with this being his twentieth finish in the UFC. The win also marked a record 19th post-fight bonus for the fighter who already owned the record in that category. UFC President Dana White may have confirmed that Oliveira will get a second shot at … Continue reading Dana White proposes a Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev rematch, calling it the ideal fight to organize

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Islam Makhachev’s Coach Rooted for Beneil Dariush’s Victory at UFC 289 and Advocates for Charles Oliveira’s Rematch

Charles Oliveira’s victory over Beneil Dariush at UFC 289 marked his return to form, proving that he is still one of the best fighters on the planet. Despite being counted out throughout his incredible career, Oliveira has earned the right to be considered the next challenger for the 155-pound strap against Islam Makhachev. Though UFC President Dana White has not confirmed the match-up, it makes … Continue reading Islam Makhachev’s Coach Rooted for Beneil Dariush’s Victory at UFC 289 and Advocates for Charles Oliveira’s Rematch

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Charles Oliveira desires a rematch with Islam Makhachev after his victorious UFC 289 fight, describing it as a cinematic experience

Charles Oliveira dominated Beneil Dariush in the co-main event of UFC 289 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, on Saturday, securing a remarkable first-round win and re-entering the discussion for a chance at the UFC lightweight championship. Oliveira revealed his willingness to confront champion Islam Makhachev in a rematch on hostile territory. In the post-fight press conference, Oliveira confirmed his determination to become the champion and … Continue reading Charles Oliveira desires a rematch with Islam Makhachev after his victorious UFC 289 fight, describing it as a cinematic experience

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Charles Oliveira secures a $50k bonus for smashing Beneil Dariush’s record in UFC 289

Charles Oliveira has added another notable achievement to his UFC legacy. During his co-main event fight last Saturday, Oliveira secured his 20th victory by finish, dispatching Beneil Dariush in the first round. This finish did not just set a new milestone for the most stoppages in the UFC a record Oliveira already held but also earned him the coveted Performance of the Night bonus, amounting … Continue reading Charles Oliveira secures a $50k bonus for smashing Beneil Dariush’s record in UFC 289

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Charles Oliveira’s win against Beneil Dariush at UFC 289, admitting they underestimated the former

Charles Oliveira has once again proven why he’s one of the most exciting fighters in the UFC. The former lightweight champion bounced back from an early scare to stop Beneil Dariush of Round 1 in the co-headliner of UFC 289. The impressive ground-and-pound finish brought an eight-fight winning streak for Dariush to an end and sent fans at Vancouver’s Rogers Arena into a frenzy. Betting … Continue reading Charles Oliveira’s win against Beneil Dariush at UFC 289, admitting they underestimated the former

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Amanda Nunes and Irene Aldana make weight for UFC 289 championship bout

The highly anticipated UFC 289 event is almost here, and all eyes are on bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes as she prepares for the first defense of her second reign. “The Lioness” secured the title from Julianna Peña in July and will now face Irene Aldana in the octagon this coming Saturday. Both fighters achieved the 135-pound championship weight at the official weigh-ins on Friday, with … Continue reading Amanda Nunes and Irene Aldana make weight for UFC 289 championship bout

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UFC champion, Henry Cejudo, predicts an upset at UFC 289 with Irene Aldana potentially knocking out Amanda Nunes

Mexicans in the MMA scene have had a successful 2023, with the possibility of Mexico becoming home to four UFC titles after UFC 289. The year began with Brandon Moreno reclaiming gold in the men’s flyweight division after defeating Deiveson Figueiredo. This was followed by Yair Rodriguez winning the interim featherweight strap with an impressive second-round triangle choke against Josh Emmett. A month later, Alexa … Continue reading UFC champion, Henry Cejudo, predicts an upset at UFC 289 with Irene Aldana potentially knocking out Amanda Nunes

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Dana White indecisive about title shot for either Beneil Dariush or Charles Oliveira

In the lead-up to UFC 289, both Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush stated that a win in their co-main event matchup would earn them a future showdown with current lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev. However, UFC president Dana White was more hesitant to confirm anything, admitting that while either fighter would be in the running for the opportunity, he wasn’t ready to make any declarations just … Continue reading Dana White indecisive about title shot for either Beneil Dariush or Charles Oliveira

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Achieving a title shot may just be in the cards for Beneil Dariush if he conquers Charles Oliveira at UFC 289

The highly anticipated UFC 289 event is set to take place this weekend, with the women’s bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes defending her title against Irene Aldana. However, we’re here to focus on the co-main event, which promises to be one of the best fights of the summer. Former lightweight champion, Charles Oliveira will be looking to bounce back after his loss to Islam Makhachev, as … Continue reading Achieving a title shot may just be in the cards for Beneil Dariush if he conquers Charles Oliveira at UFC 289

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