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Charles Oliveira Submits Mateusz Gamrot at UFC Rio to Reassert Lightweight Standing

He is prioritizing a big-money matchup with Conor McGregor to accelerate his route back to title contention.

Overview

  • Oliveira defeated Mateusz Gamrot by second-round submission in Rio de Janeiro, ending questions about his form after a June title loss.
  • Gamrot took the fight on short notice, and Oliveira controlled the action before securing the finish on the ground.
  • The win preserves Oliveira’s No. 4 position in the UFC lightweight rankings, according to Bolavip’s post-fight update.
  • Oliveira said a McGregor bout appeals primarily for financial reasons, praising the Irishman’s impact on the sport.
  • Reporting notes McGregor’s CSAD suspension runs through March 2026, and Oliveira also floated a BMF fight with Max Holloway as a positioning option for 2026.