Charles Oliveira targets championship bout after Diego Lopes fight
The UFC BMF champion says a win at UFC 335 would earn him a crack at the lightweight belt.
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What happened
UFC BMF champion Charles Oliveira says he wants the lightweight belt next if he defeats Diego Lopes at UFC 335. He hopes an explosive performance will move him ahead of Arman Tsarukyan in the queue for a championship opportunity in 2027. His last win, over Max Holloway at UFC 326, was far from explosive.
Why it matters
The bout would determine whether Oliveira earns a lightweight title opportunity ahead of Tsarukyan.
Timeline
- Oct 14, 10:24 AM ET: Oliveira says he wants a lightweight title fight next if he beats Lopes at UFC 335.
- Oct 15, 8:05 AM ET: Oliveira says an explosive performance against Lopes could move him ahead of Tsarukyan for a title shot.
Coverage
- Charles Oliveira banks on ‘selling power’ to move him ahead of Arman Tsarukyan for title shot (Yahoo Sports)
- Charles Oliveira Wants UFC Title Shot With Diego Lopes Win (heavy.com)
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