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Oliveira shoots back at McGregor and Diaz after UFC 326 backlash
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Oliveira shoots back at McGregor and Diaz after UFC 326 backlash

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.

Oliveira seals BMF belt as Holloway makes UFC history at UFC 326
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Oliveira seals BMF belt as Holloway makes UFC history at UFC 326

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 eyes BMF belt, hints at Oliveira or Holloway clash en route to Diaz trilogy
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McGregor eyes BMF belt, hints at Oliveira or Holloway clash en route to Diaz trilogy

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.

Diaz fires back at Oliveira after UFC 326, telling him to 'learn how to fight'
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Diaz fires back at Oliveira after UFC 326, telling him to 'learn how to fight'

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.

Oliveira captures ceremonial BMF crown with dominant win over Holloway at UFC 326
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Oliveira captures ceremonial BMF crown with dominant win over Holloway at UFC 326

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.