brazilian fighter Charles Oliveira released a statement regarding the new fight with the Russian UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev expressing hope for strong fan support.
Earlier, the UFC announced that the rematch between Makhachev and Oliveira for the lightweight title will take place on October 21 at a tournament in Abu Dhabi and will become its main event. In October 2022, Makhachev defeated the Brazilian via rear naked choke in the second round to become the promotion champion.
– I want to thank God again, because we are on the right path to what is ours – behind the belt. I count on all of you to encourage me. Let’s go to victory, ”Oliveira wrote on the social network.
Oliveira has 34 wins and 9 losses in his MMA career. Makhachev’s record is 24 wins and one loss.
Source : MatchTV
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