Charles Oliveira has been in the UFC for almost 16 years and has fought some of the biggest names. The veteran is a former UFC lightweight champion and is celebrated among the fight fans for his journey and achievements.
When it comes to comparing his legacy with other top fighters, Oliveira seems to be extremely confident about his chances.
The UFC lightweight division has always been extremely competitive and entertaining, hosting many talented fighters. Khabib Nurmagomedov is often regarded as the lightweight GOAT of UFC, given his undefeated career and dominant wins over others.
Following him, Islam Makhachev carried the same legacy and was the one to beat Charles Oliveira and earn the lightweight title. However, in a recent interview, 'Do Bronx' compared him with the other two and shared his honest opinion on overall legacy.
Khabib stepped away from the game undefeated. Islam is making history as a two-division champion, but when you look at the resume, the names, the wins, the records, and what I've been through, I believe my resume is the best.
Charles Oliveira via UFC on ParamountWhile Nurmagomedov and Makhachev came to UFC after a string record in other MMA promotions, Olivera came to UFC at the age of 20. He fought in the biggest and most competitive stages at a very young age and honed his skills. However, that resulted in a total of 11 losses and an inconsistent fighting career, which can be used against his legacy.
The comments have mostly been mixed, with many praising Oliveira for his fighting spirit and journey. The fighter had to struggle with severe myopia, and fighting without glasses was hard for him, but he still prevailed. Fans connect with the Brazilian's story more despite him not knowing English and using a translator.
On the other hand, many argued that Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev combined have one loss. The level of consistency and dominance is rare, and they definitely have a better legacy than 'Do Bronx'. Last year, Oliveira suffered a brutal knockout fromIlia Topuria while chasing the lightweight belt, and this year he's chasing the BMF belt.
Charles Oliveira is currently scheduled to fight old rival Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 326. Both veterans will fight for the second time, and the symbolic BMF title will be on the line for the taking. In the first bout, Oliveira lost the bout after getting injured, which forced the referee to stop the fight.
This time, 'Do Bronx' is confident of getting back his revenge as he believes he has grown since their last fight in 2015. The fighter is also ready to stand and bang if Holloway asks him to do it in the last minutes, irrespective of the immediate danger.
Charles Oliveira believes a win against 'Blessed' can definitely put him in the title picture later this year. The veteran has also talked about winning the BMF and then defending it against the former UFC double champion Conor McGregor.
I would fight him for the money. I think he's a guy who deserves to fight for the BMF. For everything he's done for the sport, for all of his glories, for the way he talks as well.
Charles Oliveira via Submission RadioConor McGregor is currently in talks with UFC for a much-anticipated comeback fight, potentially at the White House event. The fighter currently has no opponents in the line, and Oliveira can certainly fit right in. However, before all that, the Brazilian superstar needs to beat Max Holloway this Saturday.
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