Charles Oliveira sent every fan at UFC Rio home happy and likely set himself up for a huge rematch.
The former lightweight champion added to his incredible legacy in Saturday’s main event, needing less than two rounds to out-grapple Mateusz Gamrot and put him away with a rear-naked choke. It was the 17th submission win of Oliveira’s career, extending the record he already held.
Oliveira remained undefeated in Brazil, improving to 18-0 in his home country. Astonishingly, this was the first time ever Oliveira had competed in a Brazil main event for the UFC.
Afterwards, Oliveira called for a rematch with Max Holloway. The two fought a lifetime ago in August 2015 and their bout ended in disappointing fashion when Oliveira suffered a shoulder injury. Now, Oliveira wants a chance to get that loss back with Holloway’s BMF title on the line.
Holloway was receptive to the suggestion on social media.
Check out more reactions to Oliveira’s UFC Rio triumph below.
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