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UFC seems to have been able to escape from the shadow of greatness Khabib Nurmagomedov, especially in light class. Because now, welcome the era Charles Oliveira!
Charles Oliveira can win UFC lightweight when defeating Michael Chandler in UFC 262 in mid-May. Oliveira won by TKO in the second round.
The win took Oliveira to the UFC lightweight title, which he left behind Khabib Nurmagomedov last November 2020.
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Charles Oliveira (Instagram/UFC)– |
Charles Oliveira continued his success in the face of Dustin Poirier last Sunday (12/12). Oliveira, who was slightly underdog, was able to reverse the prediction.
Dustin Poirier is not an easy opponent. Poirier is a former intermediary UFC lightweight champion, plus is in good form by beating Conor McGregor twice.
Charles Oliveira finally defeated Dustin Poirier through a game of wrestling. In the third round, his rear naked choke made Poirier ‘fall asleep’.
Twice already, Charles Oliveira able to defend the UFC lightweight championship belt. Had not been seeded, in fact Oliveira should get great respect!
“Charles Oliveira, he deserves great respect and respect. His name may not be familiar, but he has fought in the UFC for a long time,” said former UFC fighter Chael Sonnen on his personal podcast.
“The UFC lightweight class is now out of Khabib’s shadow. Because now, it’s Oliveira’s era!” he continued.
 Khabib Nurmagomedov (Instagram/ufc)– |
Chael Sonnen admits, Khabib Nurmagomedov already an icon UFC in at least the last five years. Khabib has a strong background in sambo, including high-level wrestling.
Moreover, Khabib has a perfect winning record in the world of MMA with 29-0. Yes, Khabib has never lost and is willing to defend the title four times!
“Unfortunately, Khabib never fought with Charles Oliveira. They are also not much different in age and may be different stories,” he explained.
“Charles Oliveira has competed in the UFC for the last decade. He worked hard and slowly continued to rise to the top. That is a real example of hard work, now he is a champion,” he added.
“Now is the era of Charles Oliveira. Dustin Poirier, a great fighter has been defeated and the next opponent is Justin Gaethje. UFC is getting more exciting,” he concluded.
(aff / krs)
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