Charles Oliveira, fondly known as “do Bronx”, marked his remarkable return to form at UFC 289. His exceptional performance saw him defeat top contender Beneil Dariush in the very first round, thereby halting Dariush’s eight-fight win streak. Oliveira’s win was a reminder of his prowess, demonstrating that despite a recent setback against Islam Makhachev, he is still one of the top fighters in the world.
Counted out repeatedly throughout his impressive career, Oliveira once again played the underdog against Dariush, but it did not deter him from showcasing his talent. Even the skeptics, including Makhachev’s coach Javier Mendez, were silenced by Oliveira’s decisive victory. Mendez admitted his miscalculation in overlooking Oliveira’s capabilities, going on to acknowledge that he has earned the right to be first in line for a title shot.
Despite not confirming Oliveira’s next move, UFC President Dana White recognized that it would make sense for Oliveira to challenge Makhachev for the 155-pound strap. Makhachev is a wanted competitor in the lightweight category, with contenders such as featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski, Dustin Poirier, and Justin Gaethje eyeing the throne. Meanwhile, Mendez expressed that Makhachev might prefer Gaethje as the easiest opponent among the three potential lightweight challengers. However, the final call remains in the hands of the UFC.
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