Islam Makhachev vs. Charles Oliveira 2 headlines UFC 294
TL;DR
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev will defend his title against former champ Charles Oliveira in a rematch at UFC 294 on October 21 in Abu Dhabi. Makhachev, ranked No. 2 pound-for-pound, previously defeated Oliveira to win the vacant lightweight title. Makhachev has a 12-fight winning streak, while Oliveira holds the record for most finishes and submission wins in UFC history. Despite speculation of a rematch with Alexander Volkanovski, Oliveira was chosen as the top contender after his recent victory over Beneil Dariush.
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