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Nate Diaz says he’s eager to fight Charles Oliveira, but Oliveira reportedly shifted focus to a Conor McGregor bout after a title run, prompting Diaz to fire back that Oliveira is bypassing him and chasing bigger paydays. Diaz also notes McGregor’s return is not a viable path and reiterates he wants to fight top competition, including Oliveira, as he prepares for his bout on the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano card.
Arman Tsarukyan said Max Holloway is 'done' after his loss to Charles Oliveira at UFC 326, claiming Holloway will cash out and retire, and he also questioned Oliveira’s wrestling. Tsarukyan hinted at a possible rematch with Oliveira and noted Holloway could be in the running for a Conor McGregor return fight.
Charles Oliveira pushed back at Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz's critique of his UFC 326 victory over Max Holloway, joking about a one-night showdown or a Grand Prix with both fighters while pursuing another lightweight title shot; Diaz called the bout boring and McGregor mocked the contenders. Oliveira remains in lightweight title contention after two wins in his last four, and his near-term path hinges on the Topuria vs Gaethje result at UFC Freedom 250.
Charles Oliveira defeated Max Holloway by unanimous decision at UFC 326 to claim the BMF belt in Las Vegas, delivering a grappling-dominant performance while Holloway set UFC records for most fight time (8:52:43) and most significant (3,681) and total (3,980) strikes. The card drew 19,480 attendees for a live gate of about $8.305 million; bonuses went to Drew Dober, Gregory Rodrigues, Alberto Montes and Rodolfo Bellato, with debuting fighters going 1-2 and betting favorites 8-4 on the night.
McGregor floated a possible next opponent after UFC 326, suggesting Charles Oliveira or Max Holloway as his next foe to chase the BMF belt, while signaling a larger plan that could involve reclaiming a title at 170 pounds and pursuing a Nate Diaz trilogy; Oliveira downplayed the matchup as a money fight but acknowledged McGregor’s drawing power, and McGregor emphasized openness to multiple paths with the UFC.
After Charles Oliveira defeated Max Holloway at UFC 326 to claim the BMF belt, he teased a 'Grand Prix' that would pit him against Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz on the same day. Diaz replied on X with, "If I were you, I’d learn how to fight," continuing his public back-and-forth with Oliveira as Diaz teases a UFC return amid boxing bouts and ongoing McGregor discussions.
Charles Oliveira edged Max Holloway on points to claim the BMF belt in a grappling-heavy UFC 326 main event, but the fight drew heavy criticism as a disappointing showcase, sparking early exits from the crowd and labeling it the worst BMF fight since the belt’s inception.
Charles Oliveira defeated Max Holloway to claim the BMF belt at UFC 326 and then invited a mega showdown with Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz, proposing a one-day Grand Prix or multi-weight bouts, while keeping an eye on potential welterweight possibilities and addressing critics and rivals.
Charles Oliveira overwhelmed Max Holloway with relentless grappling at UFC 326, taking Holloway down repeatedly and controlling from the top to win the main event by 50-45 on all scorecards and claim the BMF title. Holloway couldn't mount offense; Oliveira signaled a possible rematch or another title shot while staying in the lightweight title picture.
Charles Oliveira defeated Max Holloway by unanimous decision at UFC 326 to win the BMF title, avenging his 2015 loss and becoming the second fighter in history with 25 octagon wins, a move that puts him back in the lightweight title picture as fighters reacted to the result on X.
Charles Oliveira overwhelmed Max Holloway to win the ceremonial BMF championship at UFC 326, routing Holloway with takedowns and ground control to earn a 50-45 score on all cards. Earlier, Drew Dober knocked out Michael Johnson in the second round, and Caio Borralho edged Reinier de Ridder 29-28 on the judges’ scorecards, as the card showcased the night’s action beyond the main event.
Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira meet in a long-awaited rematch to headline UFC 326 in Las Vegas, with the BMF belt on the line. The card also features Caio Borralho vs. Reinier de Ridder in the co-main and Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Rob Font, with ESPN providing live results and analysis.
Ahead of UFC 326's Holloway vs. Oliveira, Conor McGregor criticizes the BMF label for the matchup, says he is supremely confident he would stop either fighter in a future bout, and notes his own return is anticipated after a lengthy injury layoff.
Charles Oliveira delivered a dominant performance at UFC Rio, securing his 17th submission win and remaining undefeated in Brazil, and called for a rematch with Max Holloway, which Holloway responded to positively.
Charles Oliveira, after a record-breaking win at UFC Rio, seeks a rematch with Max Holloway for the BMF title, aiming to add to his UFC legacy with 17 submissions and 21 finishes, and expressing interest in becoming a dual champion.