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Nate Diaz explodes at Charles Oliveira, Daniel Cormier in rare podcast appearance

Curtis Calhoun - March 31, 2026

Former UFC superstar Nate Diaz used part of a rare podcast appearance to slam several of the biggest names in Mixed Martial Arts. Nate Diaz is weeks away from his highly anticipated return to Mixed Martial Arts as he prepares to face fellow UFC alum Mike Perry on the upcoming Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano card. Diaz, who parted ways with the UFC after a win at UFC 279, hasn’t fought in any respect since defeating former BMF foe Jorge Masvidal in a 2024 boxing match.

Charles Oliveira celebrates UFC 326 win
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Charles Oliveira and the quandary of his BMF title win, according to Bryan Battle

Dylan Bowker - March 24, 2026

Charles Oliveira becoming the BMF champ and the specific manner in which he did it in the Max Holloway rematch has been a big part of the MMA discourse lately with Bryan Battle offering his thoughts on that UFC 326 bout. Battle prepares to clash with Johnny Eblen in the headline fight of PFL Pittsburgh on March 28th. Around the time of his UFC Paris fight, Battle did a media day talking about how people were saying he was looking like Charles Oliveira because of the blonde look he was rocking at the time. When asked for his thoughts on the recent BMF title fight between Charles Oliveira and Max Holloway, Battle said [via Bowks Talking Bouts],

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VIDEO | Charles Oliveira receives a heroes welcome at the gym after UFC 326 BMF title win

Curtis Calhoun - March 18, 2026

BMF champion Charles Oliveira returned to the gym to a chorus of cheers from his team in Sao Paulo, Brazil, following UFC 326. Former UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira moved one step closer to earning another shot at his former belt by earning another championship title. Earlier this month, Oliveira dethroned Max Holloway to win the BMF belt by unanimous decision at UFC 326.

Charles Oliveira celebrates UFC 326 win
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Charles Oliveira fires back at critics of BMF win over Max Holloway: "My ground was impeccable"

Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 18, 2026

Charles Oliveira isn’t letting the critics of his UFC 326 performance slide. Oliveira shared the Octagon with Max Holloway in a lightweight bout for the BMF Championship on March 7. While some fans anticipated back-and-forth action, what they got was a grappling clinic from Oliveira. It ended up being a unanimous decision win for “do Bronxs,” and some fans were critical of the bout given that the BMF distinction was at stake.

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What's next for Charles Oliveira and Max Holloway after UFC 326?

Cole Shelton - March 9, 2026

The UFC was in Las Vegas, Nevada, for UFC 326 on Saturday. The main event saw Max Holloway defending his BMF title in a rematch against Charles Oliveira. Holloway entered the fight coming off a decision win over Dustin Poirier to defend the BMF belt. Oliveira, meanwhile, was coming off a submission win over Mateusz Gamrot to get back into the win column.

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Charles Oliveira hits back at Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz amid UFC 326 criticism

Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 8, 2026

Charles Oliveira is aware of comments made by Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz following his UFC 326 win. Oliveira fought Max Holloway for the BMF Championship on Saturday. The bout didn’t go the way many anticipated. Oliveira’s grappling was dominant throughout the fight, and he never allowed “Blessed” to get anything going. Ultimately, “do Bronxs” won the fight via unanimous decision.

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Gilbert Burns

Gilbert Burns takes aim at the “casuals” bashing Charles Oliveira’s dominant BMF title win

Harry Kettle - March 8, 2026

UFC veteran Gilbert Burns has defended Charles Oliveira against criticism of his victory over Max Holloway at UFC 326. Last night, Charles Oliveira shocked many by dominating Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 326. He came in with a great game plan and he was able to stick to it thoroughly, taking him down in every round of the fight. He was even able to get the better of Max on the feet, including in the classic ‘point down’ moment in the final seconds of the contest.

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Conor McGregor offers to fight newly crowned BMF champion Charles Oliveira

Harry Kettle - March 8, 2026

UFC star Conor McGregor has offered to take on Charles Oliveira in the wake of his big victory at UFC 326 last night. On Saturday, Charles Oliveira pulled off one of the most impressive wins of his career as he completely shut Max Holloway down in the main event of UFC 326. It was an epic performance from a true fan favorite in mixed martial arts, and courtesy of his win, ‘Do Bronx’ became the new BMF champion in the promotion.

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UFC 326 Results: Charles Oliveira dominates Max Holloway (Highlights)

Chris Taylor - March 7, 2026

We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 326 results, including the BMF tilte fight between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira. Holloway (27-9) and Oliveira (37-11) originally collided at featherweight back in August of 2015, with ‘Blessed’ emerging victorious after the Brazilian suffered a neck injury.

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Max Holloway

UFC 326: ‘Holloway vs. Oliveira 2’ Live Results and Highlights

Chris Taylor - March 7, 2026

The Octagon returns to T-Mobile Arena for tonight’s UFC 326 event, a 12-bout fight card headlined by Max Holloway vs. Charles Oliveira 2. Holloway (27-8) and Oliveira (36-11) originally collided at featherweight back in August of 2015, with ‘Blessed’ emerging victorious after the Brazilian suffered a neck injury.

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Khabib Nurmagomedov

UFC 326 headliner Charles Oliveira puts his resume above Khabib Nurmagomedov

Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 6, 2026

As Charles Oliveira gears up for another pivotal fight in his Hall of Fame-worthy career, he’s putting his resume over elite names, such as Khabib Nurmagomedov. Oliveira is set to meet Max Holloway on Saturday with the BMF Championship on the line. The bout will headline UFC 326 inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. For Oliveira, it’s a chance to jump back into title contention and possibly become a two-time UFC Lightweight Champion by the end of 2026.

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Max Holloway

UFC 326 weigh-in results: Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira hit targets, one fight scrapped

Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 6, 2026

The UFC 326 weigh-ins are in and while one fight has been cancelled, the main event between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira is intact. Holloway and Oliveira will collide on Saturday with the BMF Championship at stake. This will be their second encounter, as they competed in a 2015 clash that ended prematurely when Oliveira suffered a micro-tear in his esophagus. Holloway’s weight was 155.5 pounds, while Oliveira clocked in at 156 pounds.

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Charles Oliveira eyes another UFC lightweight title push if he wins at UFC 326

Harry Kettle - March 5, 2026

UFC legend Charles Oliveira is eyeing up another push for the world title if he can pick up the win at UFC 326. On Saturday night, Charles Oliveira will challenge Max Holloway for the BMF title in the main event of UFC 326. If he manages to pick up the win, it will serve as his first championship victory since the early days of his reign as the UFC lightweight champion.

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UFC legend claims Charles Oliveira 'makes too many mistakes' to dethrone Max Holloway at UFC 326

Curtis Calhoun - March 4, 2026

A former two-division UFC champion believes Charles Oliveira will hinder his own path to victory against Max Holloway at UFC 326. Former UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira’s first step towards another potential lightweight title shot begins this weekend at UFC 326. Oliveira will fight BMF titleholder Max Holloway in the UFC 326 main event this Saturday, in a rematch years in the making.

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VIDEO | Charles Oliveira bursts into tears as father pushes him to 'be a warrior' ahead of UFC 326

Curtis Calhoun - March 4, 2026

Former UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira’s father is a major part of his final preparations for his BMF title fight at UFC 326. Charles Oliveira is looking to reclaim a UFC title, albeit the BMF belt, this weekend at UFC 326. The former UFC lightweight champion will fight in a rematch years in the making with reigning BMF titleholder Max Holloway in the UFC 326 main event this Saturday in Las Vegas.

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UFC 326 | Pro fighters make their picks for Max Holloway vs. Charles Oliveira 2 BMF title fight

Cole Shelton - March 4, 2026

The UFC is in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Saturday for a solid UFC 326 card. In the main event, BMF champion Max Holloway is defending his belt in a rematch against Charles Oliveira. Heading into the fight, Holloway is a -225 favorite while the Brazilian is a +168 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the scrap, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get the predictions for the BMF title fight at UFC 326. The pros are nearly unanimous in thinking Holloway will beat Oliveira again, as they believe his striking will be the difference.

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Max Holloway

Max Holloway explains why he wanted to rematch Charles Oliveira at UFC 326

Cole Shelton - March 2, 2026

Max Holloway wanted the chance to run it back with Charles Oliveira. Holloway and Oliveira first fought back in 2015 when both were at featherweight in the main event of a Fight Night card in Saskatoon. However, the fight ended in the first round as Oliveira suffered a neck injury, and since then, both have become UFC champions, so a rematch made sense.

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Charles Oliveira shares surprising prediction for Max Holloway BMF title fight at UFC 326

Cole Shelton - March 2, 2026

Charles Oliveira believes he can score a knockout win over Max Holloway at UFC 326. Olivera is set to rematch Holloway for the BMF belt on Saturday in a highly-anticipated bout. Heading into the fight, Oliveira is a +172 underdog, while the Hawaiian is a -225 favorite on FanDuel.