oliveira gaethje full fight part 1
Worst case is that you retract or start pulling out of submissions and he goes to your back or he latches onto something else. + 10 submission wins [43] Chandler instead faced Will Brooks for the interim lightweight title. Something went wrong. Its the same thing with Khabib [Nurmagomedov]. [26] He utilized his wrestling skills, repeatedly taking down Freire and controlling the fight. Charles Oliveira: front-choke threats #UFC262 pic.twitter.com/t8EZ8ITqPk. And then, of course, there's the UFC, where he had success before leaving for ONE as a free agent. Sure, we've already discussed Conor McGregor's future at length, but other familiar faces such as Jorge Masvidal, Rose Namajunas and Justin Gaethje should be making their way back to the Octagon soon. section: | slug: ufc-280-predictions-charles-oliveira-vs-islam-makhachev-fight-card-odds-prelims-expert-picks-preview | sport: mma | route: article_single.us | https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/ufc-280-charles-oliveira-vs-islam-makhachev-analysis-prediction, Twitter reacts to Paddy Pimblett's controversial decision win over Jared Gordon at UFC 282, Twitter reacts to Jan Blachowicz vs. Magomed Ankalaev split draw in title fight at UFC 282, UFC 282 bonuses: Dana White in a giving mood, awards double-digit winners, Dana White's response to 'terrible' UFC 282 headliner? Today, we look at the main event for UFC 280. If you go back to Gaethje's past two fights, there have been layoffs of 12 months and six months between fights. Another bout between potential contenders is also on the main card when Matuesz Gamrot takes on Beneil Dariush at lightweight. [36] However, on June 2, it was announced that Jansen had pulled out of the bout due to an injury[37] and faced David Rickels at Bellator 97 instead. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI LLC. Makhachev presents real problems. The deal with Globo in Brazil is significant. It'll be good to see the action fighter and all-around good guy coming back for some high-profile fights in the U.S. at age 38. + 15 first-round finishes Keep an eye on movement at the top of the division, and keep an eye on Conor McGregor's potential comeback. Makhachev has never faced a fighter this potent in the particular areas stated above, as I see Slim Charles wrapping up a submission by the second round leaving no doubt who the real king is at 155 pounds. You'll now receive the top MMA Junkie stories each day directly in your inbox. Next up for Oliveira is Makhachev (22-1), who has rattled off 10 victories in a row. Then there's Bellator, with a lightweight grand prix tournament scheduled for next year, which could be right up Alvarez's alley as someone who spent years fighting in Japan in similar events. Favoring single and double collar-tie variations in the clinch, Makhachev does a good job of utilizing well-placed knees to manipulate defenses and create openings. [96] The win earned Chandler his second Performance of the Night bonus award. Bellator Season 4 Lightweight Tournament semifinal. However, muscle memory is a major factor thats hard to control in the chaos of a fight. [54] He won the back-and-forth bout via split decision. There, Chandler became a three-time Bellator Lightweight Champion and was the winner of the Bellator Season Four Lightweight Tournament. According to Tipico Sportsbook, Oliveira is a +140 underdog, whereas Makhachev is a-180 betting favorite. [39], A rematch with Eddie Alvarez took place on November 2, 2013 in the main event of Bellator 106. ^ Strong takedowns from the clinch [27], Chandler was expected to compete against Eddie Alvarez for the Bellator Lightweight World Championship at Bellator 54 on October 15, 2011. Gaethje has reached a point in his career where he's not going to fight just to fight. I am very grateful to Randy for believing in me.. [83] After a back-and-forth fight, Chandler lost the bout via unanimous decision. His professional Muay Thai record is 253, with 22 victories by knockout and 17 first-round finishes. [52] He regained the title after knocking Pitbull out in the first round. It's not a question of if Makhachev will take Oliveira down but, instead, how many minutes each round he will control from top position and whether Oliveira, the most prolific finisher in UFC history, can establish enough submission threat to dissuade him. Even if I didnt have a reason, Id still pick Charles Oliveira.. According to sources, Namajunas is in the process of moving into a home she just purchased. Stranger things have happened. Gilbert Burns joins Brett Okamoto to explain why he wants a fight with Jorge Masvidal in the UFC. A professional competitor since 2009, Chandler first gained notoriety when he began competing for Bellator MMA, an organization he fought for from 2010 through 2020. Due to a grinding UFC schedule that features cards nearly every week of the year, it's tough for every event to feature fighters the world clamors for. Campbell:As long as his body holds up at 36 following yet another one-year layoff and major knee surgery, Dillashaw has the dynamic skills, well-rounded game and temperament to be a major problem for Sterling. The main card airs on pay-per-view following prelims on ESPNews and ESPN+. [49], Chandler rematched David Rickels on November 6, 2015 at Bellator 145. Dobson +180, middleweights, Muhammad Mokaev -1000 vs. Malcolm Gordon +650, flyweights, Karol Rosa -300 vs. Lina Lansberg +240, women's bantamweights. How long will he have to wait? ^ Accurate hooks and uppercuts Its the best time for any athlete. Chandler compiled a 3115 record against Big 12 opponents and a 10040 overall record in his four years as a starter. + Superb transitional grappler + 9 first-round finishes [59], In a rematch, Chandler was expected to challenge Brent Primus for the Bellator Lightweight Championship on April 13, 2018 at Bellator 197. 6-keys: media/spln/mma/reg/free/stories, at Glover Teixeira vs. Jamahal Hill for vacant title, UFC 282: Official scorecards fromLas Vegas, Paddy Pimblett def. Dillashaw has the motor to go late and the grit to fight through anything in order to get there, similar to how he scratched and clawed through four rounds on one leg last time against Cory Sandhagen. Won the Bellator Season 4 Lightweight Tournament. "The Underground King" was nicknamed that because of his many accolades that flew under the radar in smaller promotions. Then afterwards I tell myself why do you do that? [84] This bout earned the Fight of the Night award. He began training in boxing at the age of 13, and transitioned to Brazilian jiu-jitsu at 16. The first two fights in Bellator were among the best in MMA history, no hyperbole. I dont know why I do that. Dillashaw is certainly no slouch, but I have doubts about how far he can take this comeback having only fought once in the last 33 months. If it's welterweight, there's really only one fight that makes sense for him, and that's Covington. Sean Keith Sherk (born August 5, 1973) is a retired American mixed martial artist and former UFC Lightweight Champion.Sherk competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship and was one of the first combatants to have been a championship competitor in multiple weight divisions (having also competed for the UFC Welterweight Championship).He was the second UFC Lightweight Fighting out of a southpaw stance, Makhachev has shown to be much more than a sambo practitioner since stepping onto the UFC scene. [35], Chandler was set to make his second defense against Bellator Season Seven Lightweight Tournament Winner Dave Jansen June 19, 2013 at Bellator 96. Shortly after getting outwrestled by Frankie Edgar back at UFC 162, Oliveira worked diligently to improve that portion of his grappling game, as its now common to see the Brazilian outwrestling stronger fighters early and often (especially if he can get to any variation of a bodylock). felony aggravated battery for allegedly punching, Masvidal punched the now-champ during a scuffle backstage at a card in 2019. When feeling in stride, its not uncommon to see Oliveira implement some sort of touch-n-go theme, as he seems to have a bit of a hardwiring for catching and pitching punches. Other than that, Islam should roll over him.. [76], On September 17, 2020, it was announced that Chandler had signed a contract with the UFC and served as a backup for a title bout between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje at UFC 254. Welcome to The Weekly Takedown, Sports Illustrateds in-depth look at MMA. Charles Oliveira attempts to hug Jeremy Stephens at the beginning of the third round of their 2014 fight. Beginning in 2023, ONE is also running weekly fights in Thailand, and all these moves point to the companys desire to widen its reach around the world. Dont get me wrong: Makhachev is a real talent who many, including myself, have been high on for over half a decade now. I think when youre as dangerous on the ground as Charles Oliveira, when youre as dangerous as a finisher as he is when youre not afraid of something, it takes away all the power from it, Smith explained. Now, it is not uncommon to see Makhachev play at a much safer range when looking to set up his shots and strikes. It would not blow me away.. Its not going to be your typical singles and doubles, s*** like that, but I would not be shocked to see him end up on the fence and see him start crawling to some weird clinch and dragging Islam down, tripping him up or something like that. UFC 282 live blog: Jan Blachowicz vs. Magomed Ankalaev. For that reason, Ill side with the fighter who thrives in chaos and has proven that he can walk through the fire. What's next for Masvidal, Rose, Colby and other top stars? [67] He lost the fight via technical knockout in the first round. Subscribe to Morning Kombat with Luke Thomas and Brian Campbellfor the best analysis and in-depth news, including a complete preview of UFC 280 below. [60] After Primus pulled out of the fight due to injury, Chandler faced Brandon Girtz on the same card. UFC EVENTS BELLATOR EVENTS PFL EVENTS ONE CHAMPIONSHIP EVENTS FULL CALENDAR FIGHT FINDER GUIDE. Im not going to do it anymore, Smith said with a laugh on The Fighter vs. 1 contender fights or money grudge matches. [99] He lost the fight via a rear-naked choke submission in the third round. MMA's Top 25 Under 25 Who are the future stars of the sport? [41], A third fight with Alvarez was set up for the main event of Bellator 120 on May 17, 2014. Aside from an excellent utilization of front teeps, the Brazilian standout also has a long, prodding jab that he likes to use to set up right hands and leg kicks off of. [23] He won the contest via technical submission after choking Held unconscious with an arm-triangle choke. Aside from having tremendous hip and grip awareness, Makhachev is one of my favorite fighters to point to in regard to demonstrating the importance of wrist control. Its a time when your mental and physical state should be in synergy. ^ Diverse submission acumen Fiziev is going to remain an option for Gaethje's next fight, but we'll see how this month's title fight impacts the landscape. If Makhachev wins, then it's a new champion, and it breathes life into former title challengers, like Gaethje, who already lost to Oliveira. All Rights Reserved. 1 and No. [105], American mixed martial artist (born 1986), This article is about the mixed martial artist. Following the victory against Ferguson, Oliveira defeated Michael Chandler via a second-round TKO in May of 2021. The main event for UFC 280 features a fantastic lightweight title fight between two men who have a process that involves pressure. Get UFC, exclusive PPV events, Fight Night, Dana Whites Contender Series, Detail from the Mind of Daniel Cormier, archives of the UFCs greatest fights and more. It produces events worldwide that showcase 12 weight divisions (eight men's Armed with flawless vision, Oliveira claims he can even see the future. + Master of sports in combat sambo An offensive marauder who can Thai march forward behind a high guard, Charles Oliveira offers a plethora of problems on the feet. It could be another massive year for Masvidal if it all falls into place. 2022 ABG-SI LLC. I dont think hes going to get controlled.. Oliveira will eventually knock you down or take you down and finish the fight. When will Islam do that?. I did the same thing with Chandler. The UFC knows it, and has looked into booking that matchup. Right now, it's up in the air whether Chimaev's next fight will be at welterweight or middleweight. I'd love to say we'll see him get back to two appearances in 2023, but with the way the lightweight division currently looks, there just aren't a ton of obvious fights for Gaethje right now. Thats the best case for Islam is that he gets back to his feet. The expectation is he'll be able to return in early 2023. [21], In February 2011, it was announced that Chandler would be a part of the Bellator Season Four Lightweight Tournament. [66], In the first defense of his new title, Chandler faced Patrcio Pitbull on May 11, 2019 in the main event of Bellator 221. He looked positively frozen by the threat of Pedro Munhoz in his last outing and Munhoz wasn't doing much in that fight. Bellator Season 4 Lightweight Tournament quarterfinal. [20], In his next Bellator appearance, Chandler competed on the Bellator 32 card on October 14, 2010, against Chris Page in a welterweight contest. [57], Following the loss to Primus, Chandler remained out of action for the remainder of 2017. ET on ESPN+ His striking and grappling place him on an entirely different level, and a win here would instantly become his crowning achievement. Oliveira has finished Michael Chandler, Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje in three previous title fights, but Nurmagomedov thinks Makhachev is in his prime and the better fighter overall. He hasnt fought the level of competition and he might beat Gaethje, he might beat Poirier but like you said, he hasnt so we cant use that. - Powered By PickUp, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Get the latest in the world of combat sports from two of the best in the business. Reach: 70.5, Camp: American Kickboxing Academy (California), Stance/striking style: Southpaw/kickboxing. Namely, because he's the alleged victim in a criminal battery case involving his former opponent Jorge Masvidal. Covington has been extremely quiet since the alleged attack, which is not unusual for someone involved in an active case. [75], In August 2020 it was reported that Chandler was a free agent following his victory at Bellator 243. When youre not afraid of that and you have no fear of it at all, I think that takes away some of the power from it. Given enough time, Smith expects Oliveira to either find an opening to force Makhachev to tap out or perhaps force the fight back to the feet where he feels Oliveira is clearly the better fighter. Oliveira previously held the title before missing weight in his last bout against Justin Gaethje. While at Missouri, Chandler was a four-time NCAA Division I qualifier, collected 100 career wins, as well as earning fifth place at NCAA's as a senior, earning DI All-American honors. Islam, he just hasnt been tested, Smith said. It wouldn't be shocking to see "Thug Rose" holding up the 115-pound title once again, for a third time, next year. The uncrowned lightweight king also keeps a solid left hook on a hair-trigger, either deploying it as a countering check or attaching it to the end of combinations. And when someone is under severe duress, they tend to revert back to their base of comfort. O'Malley already knows a victory would allow him to leapfrog the field at 135 pounds and secure the next shot at the title. I think he finds shots better. Makhachev is going to have to close distance and avoid significant danger from Oliveira's strikes. Challenges associated with running events in consideration of the virus were much more complicated in Asia than in the U.S. Alvarez fought twice in April 2021: The first was a weird bout in which he had a loss rightfully overturned to a no contest due to strikes to the back of the head, and the second was a decision loss to Rae Yoon Ok. ONE has historically not kept its high-paid North American and South American talents very active, and Alvarez fought just four times for the promotion since 2019, including those two bouts in one month. Islam isnt 23, 26 or 27. Edwards becoming champion gives him a bit of a rejuvenation in the welterweight division since Usman defeated Masvidal twice and a third fight was unlikely. [86][87][88][89][90][91][92][93][94], Chandler faced former UFC Interim Lightweight Champion Tony Ferguson on on May 7, 2022 at UFC 274. Who wins Oliveira vs. Makhachev? Depending on what happens at UFC 280, Gaethje's 2023 looks like it's going to start off with him waiting for something good to come along. No one would complain if he finished his trilogy with Michael Chandler, either. Skill for skill, Namajunas is still probably the best in the division and would be favored in most of those matchups. Women's flyweight contenders Alexa Grasso and Vivane Araujo go head-to-head on Saturday to determine who will move closer to a title shot. UFC Fight Night: Grasso vs. Araujo Barboza comes from Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro. After I praise Charles for an hour, Ill come up with every reason why the guy across from him has the tools to beat him. I always, always, I dont want to say discredit, but I always doubt Charles Oliveira. Oliveira is masterful from most front-headlock variations, displaying the acumen to shift the dynamic of a position as he unleashes interweaving submission attempts as if hes firing them off from an M-60 machine gun. 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Also, hes at his peak. [78] He won the fight via technical knockout in the first round. Fellow southpaw Adriano Martins may have been able to audit Makhachevs early aggression with a perfectly placed check hook at UFC 192, but the Dagestani fighter has been steadily making improvements to his striking since his lone setback. [31], In his first fight after winning the title, Chandler faced Akihiro Gono in a non-title superfight at Bellator 67 on May 4, 2012. Campbell:The scariest part of Oliveira's recent run of dramatic finishes might be what no one talks about: the fact that he welcomes so much danger to create the kind of chaos that melts his opponents. + Good takedown ability I think he attacks the body better. ONE CEO Chatri Sityodtong spoke at the World Congress of Sport earlier this week, when he announced a 24-country Middle East deal in the Middle East and North Africa. Which means, of the top five, there's only one potential opponent for Gaethje whom he hasn't already fought. I think Charles attacks so much and creates so many scrambles and can do that over an entire 25-minute fight if he had to, I think thats going to nullify at the very least, Islams top game and his wrestling and I think Charles Oliveiras a better striker. Dustin Poirier vs. Michael Chandler UFC 281 MSG New York Fight Video Replay Livestream Full HD Part 1 Sluggers Dustin Poirier and Michael Chandler will fight at UFC 281 from Madison Square Garden in New York City ( Sat., Nov. 12, 2022). But realistically, Masvidal is one of the biggest box-office draws the UFC has and a fight against Edwards would likely be a huge event. Odds via Caesars Sportsbook. [104], Chandler owns Training Camp, a fitness and MMA gym in Nashville. Dillashaw is back after a year away because of injury and also not too far away from a two-year drug suspension that cost him the title. These are tough fights at the top of the 170-pound division, but Covington is right there, and he knows how to sell an event. Then were going to celebrate.. Please enter a valid email and try again. [100] This fight earned him the Fight of the Night award. The truth is, it takes two to tango. [65] Chandler dominated the majority of the fight by out-wrestling Primus, ultimately defeating him by unanimous decision and regaining the Bellator Lightweight World title in the process. Mixed martial arts career Background. Poirier 's quest for the undisputed crown has grown more challenging, though he did capture interim gold. For more on the card, visit MMA Junkies event hub forUFC 280. Nevertheless, whether were talking about mat wrestling or transitional grappling in general, it can be hard to get a beat on Makhachev. Even if he's not better than Yan and even if he never fully lives up to the enormous hype which has followed him, that doesn't mean O'Malley doesn't still win. But if Makhachev is trying to get offensive with his takedowns like most of us suspect, then do not be surprised to see Oliveira revert to his home of front-choke counters. Fiziev knows it, which is why he has been calling Gaethje out on social media nonstop since his most recent fight in July. Considering each fighters submission sensibilities, Ill be curious to see how they implement their strengths. The win moved Chandler into the semi-finals. [46] He lost the bout via technical knockout in the fourth round. Till just freaking gave up there: Fighters react to Dricus Du Plessis UFC 282 win over Darren Till. Bonus awards. But given O'Malley's huge upside commercially and the time already missed for suspensions and slow matchmaking, it's time to find out right now. I think I'll rock with "Do Bronx" this time. Then he used his rear-naked choke to submit Dustin Poirier a few months later that December, earning the victory only 62 seconds into the third round, before forcing Justin Gaethje to tap out in the first round this past May.. Next up for Oliveira is Where as, I think if he jumped to lightweight, Gaethje would've been a banger of a fight. Now, with Oliveira scheduled to face Islam Makhachev in the UFC 280 main event a matchup between the No. Possibility No. The best facts and figures to come out of UFC 282, including a rare title-fight draw, an 18-year-old winner and a historically quick knockout. Considering that, we're back to Fiziev, which doesn't interest him. Despite Oliveiras dominance and championship experience over Makhachev, the betting odds arent in his favor. The timing works in ONEs favor with Kade Ruotolo competing for the second-ever submission grappling title next week at ONE on Prime Video 3. I can see everything now.. Getting one or two of those next year could be a lot of fun. A professional competitor since 2009, Chandler first gained notoriety when he began competing for Bellator MMA, an organization he fought for from 2010 through 2020.There, Chandler became Chandler was on the honor roll every term in high school, received three letters in football, and finished as the runnerup at the MSHSAA State Championships as a senior in wrestling. A fascinating development in MMA is ONE Championships global expansion. This is probably the reason why Oliveira does some of his best striking when either flowing to or from his favored single-collar-tie positions. Good question. Mahjouri: Sterling and Dillashaw both have awkward footwork and plenty of wrestling experience in their back pockets. And starting in January, ONE is airing one show per week on Friday nights from Thailand. Islam Makhachev -190 vs. Charles Oliveira +160, vacant lightweight title; Aljamain Sterling (c) -175 vs. TJ Dillashaw +150, bantamweight title I think this ones the easiest one to pick Charles compared to the other three as crazy as that sounds.. Yan has the patience to avoid recklessness and the power to make O'Malley wither. Should Makhachev successfully navigate past Oliveiras multi-layered striking and submission acumen, then no one should be shocked to see the 31-year-old grind down and ground out his Brazillian foe down the stretch. Ive beat former champions. 2004-2022 CBS Interactive. [81] Although he managed to drop Oliveira in the first, Chandler lost the fight via technical knockout early in the second round. The bout was stopped in favor of Primus via technical knockout, earning him the Bellator Lightweight Championship. UFC 282 takeaways: Blachowicz-Ankalaev leaves 205-pound title picture in a lurch, Blachowicz, Ankalaev leave title vacant in draw. The industry pioneer in UFC, Bellator and all things MMA (aka Ultimate Fighting). An unsung hero in regard to effective martial arts techniques, Makhachevs quiet control of hands and wrists helps stymie his oppositions advances while he furthers his own. When those are the only options that make sense, sometimes it takes time for one to materialize. I am going to give my best performance, and I will take my belt back.. That inactivity likely has to do with why Alvarez, the former UFC and Bellator lightweight champion, and ONE have amicably parted ways. He wanted to put his mark on the Muay Thai world by creating the biggest and best show in the nation and showcasing the incredible Muay Thai. If the Burns fight happens and Masvidal wins, it's a possibility the UFC could go to Edwards vs. Masvidal -- an objectively big pay-per-view main event fight -- if Edwards is still the champion. Now, does this guarantee Oliveira a win by submission? [47], Chandler faced Derek Campos on June 19, 2015 at Bellator 138. [22] In the opening round of the tournament, Chandler faced Marcin Held, at Bellator 36 on March 12, 2011. Oliveira might just be too complete of a fighter for Makhachev, who is great at what he does but not nearly as well-rounded. Campbell:Is Yan a better overall fighter with a much more respected resume versus elite competition? As a result we've seen headlining fights that have been fantastic but truly lacked star power. It doesn't get much bigger than the vacant lightweight title bout anchoring the event when Charles Oliveira takes on Islam Makhachev. + Regional MMA titles Gall was also a wrestler and football captain at Watchung Hills Regional High School. Yan is also back in action when he takes on rising contender Sean O'Malley. He went on to defeat Gaethje by first-round submission, continuing an insane run of victories for the Brazilian as he looks to etch his name in the history books. He wants to fight for the belt again. Remarkably, Oliveira (33-8, 1 NC) still does not receive the credit he deserves, especially after beating top opponents in such dominating fashion. The very best of Dillashaw remains as difficult to beat as anyone in this historically deep division. [33], Chandler made the first defense of his title against Bellator Season Six Lightweight Tournament Winner Rick Hawn, on January 17, 2013 at Bellator 85. UFC title matchup projections: Which champions are most at risk of losing their gold? Early life. What's the latest on these fighters, plus a few more who are must-see every time they fight? Im done doubting him, Smith said. [103] In April 2022, their second adopted son Ace was born. The obvious answer is Rafael Fiziev, and everyone knows it. ^ Favors chaining off singles For other people named Michael Chandler, see. 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That said, Moises was able to briefly befuddle Makhachev with leg lock attacks off of his back which is something worth noting when you consider the leg entanglements that Oliveria successfully utilized to thwart the ground striking of Kevin Lee. If Dillashaw can turn this into more of a kickboxing match, he just might have the edge against the often criminally underrated defending champion. Mahjouri: Saturday's main event is a coin toss, the perfect pairing of stakes and intrigue. From a contrast in styles standpoint, Makhachev is the worst type of opponent for him. + Hard leg kicks There is just something about Oliveira's striking improvements and record-setting submission game that makes me side with him, especially considering the leap in competition for Makhachev. + Underrated wrestling ability Alvarez didn't fight at all in 2020 as ONE Championship was dealing with the coronavirus pandemic. [56] In the first round, the bout was temporarily halted by the referee to check on Chandler, whose left ankle was visibly injured. If Makhachev is champion, all of a sudden title fights against the likes of Gaethje, Dustin Poirier, Michael Chandler -- those are all fresh again. UFC 280 fight card, odds. But there are a number of prominent fighters whose next bouts should be coming around the corner. + Improved boxing ability Right now, he hasn't fought in five months, so we're still well within a pretty normal range for someone of his stature. Charles Oliveiras poor eyesight is no longer an issue. I think he can neutralize the wrestling at the very least. Again, he is following someone elses way. As witnessed with WWEs deal in KSA and UFC in Abu Dhabi, combat sports in that region of the world are in very high demand with a large fan base and high long-term monetary value. [28] However, Alvarez suffered an undisclosed injury forcing the bout to be postponed. [55], In his second title defense, Chandler faced Brent Primus on June 24, 2017 at Bellator NYC. Although Im glad to see this betting line come back down to earth, part of me is still shocked to see so many people doubt Oliveira at this point in his career. Makhachevs patented check right hook is still a key player in regards to countering presence thats worth watching out for in this fight, but I suspect we see him press more of his clinch striking in this matchup. The 24-country MENA deal is so valuable, as it is lucrative, in terms of money and tapping into the worlds fight fans. A split-decision win over Sandhagen was a great first step, but Sandhagen remains a rung below championship level. Makhachev (22-1 MMA, 11-1 UFC)meets Oliveira (33-8 MMA, 21-8 UFC)for the vacant lightweight title in the main event of UFC 280 on Oct. 22 in Abu Dhabi. Fighters reacted to the UFC 282 main card fight between Dricus Du Plessis and Darren Till. -- Raimondi. Please check your email for a confirmation. Will we see Jon Jones again? I suspect well see Makhachev lean much more on his trips from the clinch given his opponents propensity to snatch necks in this space, but no one should be underestimating Oliveira here. The top five lightweights are Oliveira, Poirier, Gaethje, Makhachev, Chandler. Possibility No. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA MARCH 06: (R-L) Islam Makhachev works for a submission against Drew Dober in their lightweight fight during the UFC 259 event at UFC APEX on March 06, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Of course, there are some potential dangers that were working on where Islam needs to be careful. UFC on ESPN: Santos vs. Hill (also known as UFC on ESPN 40 and UFC Vegas 59) was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on August 6, 2022, at the UFC Apex facility in Enterprise, Nevada, [82], Chandler faced former UFC Interim Lightweight Champion Justin Gaethje at UFC 268 on November 6, 2021. Oliveira captalizes upon his opponent's mistakes, often in the midst of chaos. [70] He defeated Outlaw via knockout in the first round. Khabib Nurmagomedov expects Islam Makhachev to dominate Charles Oliveira.. Makhachev (22-1 MMA, 11-1 UFC) meets Oliveira (33-8 MMA, 21-8 UFC) for the vacant lightweight title in the main event of UFC 280 on Oct. 22 in Abu Dhabi.. The case has yet to go to trial, and there is also the high likelihood of a civil lawsuit to consider, when speculating on Covington's eventual return. [30] Chandler defeated Eddie Alvarez via submission in the fourth round in an instant classic. At some point in time Ive just got to eat my words and say against my initial reaction to pick against him, theres something there. Thats given me even more strength to keep progressing. + Solid muay Thai arsenal MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom breaks down the UFCs top bouts. That said, the tougher the opponent, the more hesitant O'Malley has been in the Octagon. And that's Gaethje's right. He's long, explosive and creative. Let's see what happens between Zhang Weili and Esparza at UFC 281 on Nov. 12. Of course, adventure only goes so far when there's money on the line. Masvidal's place as one of the biggest stars in the sport has not evaporated. Masvidal and Edwards have a history -- Masvidal punched the now-champ during a scuffle backstage at a card in 2019 -- and there is interest from Masvidal's side in a title fight against Edwards, of course. It should be noted it hasn't been that long. That is in addition to their current two-event-per-month model. Islam is at his peak. [61] He won the fight via technical submission in the first round. [18], Chandler made his Bellator debut on September 30, 2010, at Bellator 31, where he defeated Scott Stapp via technical knockout in the first round. Yes, hes been very successful, but who are the top five he has beaten? [69] However, Henderson was forced to withdraw from the bout citing an injury and was replaced by Sidney Outlaw in an 160 pounds catchweight bout. Oliveira was stripped of his lightweight title after missing weight before his bout against Justin Gaethje. [16], His next fight in the promotion took place on May 15, 2010 at Strikeforce: Heavy Artillery where he fought Sal Wood. I am the real champion. [34] He won the bout via submission in the second round. If she wants to -- again, she does have priorities outside the Octagon -- Namajunas could end up having a huge 2023. He is of German and Irish heritage. Following the victory against Ferguson, Oliveira defeated Michael Chandler via a second-round TKO in May of 2021. Masvidal hasn't fought since falling to Covington at UFC 272 on March 5 because he's still recovering from several nagging injuries, the nature of which sources did not want to get into. Follow Manny Pacquiao vs. DK Yoo live round-by-round updates for their exhibition clash Saturday. I knocked them out or submitted them. Darren Till needs some time to "rethink stuff" after falling to a three-fight losing skid with his defeat at UFC 282. PFL is spending big money on free agents right now -- just ask Shane Burgos -- and Alvarez is a big name with a decorated record of championships in just about every place he has been. [12] He majored in personal finance management services with a minor in real estate. A victory will reunite him with the belt, one he believes was wrongfully taken from him, as well as finally provide him with a level of respect he has long been seeking. Santiago Ponzinibbio wants to stay active and face a top 10 opponent after pulling off a comeback finish at UFC 282. Charles Oliveira of Brazil punches Justin Gaethje in the UFC lightweight championship fight during the UFC 274 event at Footprint Center on May 07, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. I do.. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: mma | pageType: stories | Burns has wanted to come back sooner and Masvidal's timetable is still up in the air, dependent on those aforementioned injuries. + Consistent pace and pressure This time around, Smith is sticking by Oliveira while making a commitment that he wont make the same mistakes now that hes made in the past. He is following Khabibhes his successor. The year 2012 was the 20th year in the history of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), a mixed martial arts promotion based in the United States. [62], In late June 2018, reports surfaced that Chandler's contract with Bellator would expire imminently, making him a free agent. It could be a massive year -- Covington is 34 and arguably in his prime. Subscribe to ESPN+ to get exclusive live UFC events, weigh-ins and more; Dana White's Contender Series; and more exclusive MMA content. Nevertheless, its ultimately hard for me to ignore the fact that Makhachevs biggest habit happens to put him right into Oliveiras favorite kill zone. [72] However, the event was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic[73] and eventually took place on August 7, 2020 at Bellator 243. It hasn't really been that long in the grand scheme. I've been guilty of picking against Oliveira multiple times. Edgar, Ortega, and Max area all tough matchups. Gall was born in Green Brook, New Jersey. + *Former UFC lightweight champion Follow the UFC 282 live blog for Jan Blachowicz vs. Magomed Ankalaev, the light heavyweight title fight on Saturday in Las Vegas. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, singled out Oliveira as someone who captures the spirit of mixed martial arts. All of that is to say, it's very unclear when we will see Covington fight again. An offensive marauder who can Thai march forward behind a high guard, Charles Oliveira offers a plethora of problems on the feet. He's looking at title shots, No. Recently, however, he was highlighted by one of the sports icons, as Randy Couture recently singled out Oliveira as someone who captures the spirit of mixed martial artsand that praise did not go unnoticed. Masvidal has lost three fights in a row, so some will be up in arms about giving him another title shot (he has lost to Usman twice). In order to pay for his jiu-jitsu training as a full-time Rutgers student, Gall worked as a bread truck driver for Walmart.. Gall is an accomplished [24], Chandler then faced Lloyd Woodard at Bellator 40 and won via unanimous decision to move onto the finals of the tournament. + Superb transitional grappler MMA news, interviews, pictures, videos and more since 1997. He opted out of competing as an amateur and in August 2009, Chandler made his professional MMA debut with a first-round TKO victory over Kyle Swadley. 2012 started with UFC 142: Aldo vs. Mendes and ended with UFC 155: dos Santos vs. Velasquez 2.The year saw the successful UFC Featherweight title defense by Jos Aldo, the crowning of Carlos Condit as the Interim Maybe we'll see him take a "fun" fight at welterweight if nothing else surfaces, but we're not quite there yet. I would not be shocked to see Charles Oliveira get a takedown. Jared Gordon at UFC 282: Best photos, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy, Height: 510 Age: 33 Weight: 155 lbs. Saturday, Oct. 15, UFC Apex, Las Vegas If Oliveira wins, not so much. + Strong inside the clinch I just think hes going to attack, attack, attack until he finds something or gets back to his feet and I think he wins striking exchanges. 1: Edwards defends his title against Usman in a trilogy bout in the first quarter of 2023, and Covington slides in as the next title challenger. UFC fall storylines: Can Charles Oliveira keep the streak going? Secondly, his experience as an amateur fighter. [40] He lost the match by split decision in another classic. It might be a relatively inactive one. She is also helping her grandmother, who just emigrated to the U.S. from Lithuania, get settled in her new country. Every week, this column offers insight and information on the most noteworthy stories in the fight world. [101], Chandler started dating Brie Willett in 2013 after emailing for almost two years. Namajunas could very well take on the winner of that fight with a chance to become a three-time champion. I will prove that again when I step back in the cage.. Brookhouse:O'Malley can get the win if he brings his aggression to the Octagon. Masvidal is accused of attacking Covington on the streets of Miami on March 21, about two weeks after Covington dominated him in a five-round grudge match at UFC 272. [68], On October 25, 2019, it was announced that Chandler would return to cage to rematch Benson Henderson at Bellator & Rizin: Japan on December 29, 2019. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! Expect Sterling and Dillashaw to play for points before Sterling eventually gets the takedown and takes over. newsletter, UFC Authentic Camouflage Fight Night Shorts, UFC 282 live blog: Paddy Pimblett vs. Jared Gordon. Pint-sized social media star Hasbulla Magomedov will be in the corner of Islam Makhachev for his world title fight with Charles Oliveira at UFC 280 in Abu Dhabi later this month. The weekly Thailand fights are a way for Sityodtong to show his dedication to his home country and the Muay Thai community. Outside of the tough loss to Conor McGregor at UFC 205 in November 2016, Alvarez had a nice run with the promotion and owns a win over Justin Gaethje. [58] He won the fight by unanimous decision. Darren Till needs some time to "rethink stuff" after falling to a three-fight losing skid with his defeat at UFC 282. Aside from an excellent utilization of front teeps, the Brazilian standout also has a long, prodding jab [42] However, a week before the bout, it was announced that Alvarez had suffered a concussion and was forced to pull out of the fight. 1 and No. The oddsmakers and the public are favoring the Dagestani fighter, listing Makhachev -190 and Oliveira +160 via Tipico Sportsbook. 2-ranked welterweight at the moment, and that's unlikely to change any time soon, even if he remains inactive. + Hard kicks from the left side We'll know more on Oct. 23, after Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev fight for the UFC's vacant lightweight championship. [53], In his first title defense, Chandler faced former UFC Lightweight Champion Benson Henderson on November 19, 2016 in the main event of Bellator 165. Smiths assessment of the lightweight title fight goes beyond any tendency hes had in the past when it came to picking against Oliveira. As of now, it's looking like he'll fight only once in 2022. Brookhouse: When he is on his game, Sterling is a very effective fighter who can change a fight on a single mistake from his opponent. With so much happening on Saturday night, let's take a closer look at the full fight card with the latest odds from Caesars Sportsbook before we get to our staff predictions and picks for the PPV portion of the festivities. If not for a title shot -- which Namajunas deserves given her two wins over Zhang and the tight loss to Esparza -- a trilogy bout with Jessica Andrade could be fun, too. Oliveira has won 11 fights in a row, so clearly his vision was never too much of a weakness. Then he used his rear naked choke to submit Dustin Poirier a few months later that December, earning the victory only 62 seconds into the third round, before forcing Justin Gaethje to tap out in the first round this past May. Following the victory against Ferguson, Oliveira defeated Michael Chandler via a second-round TKO in May of 2021. Barboza moved to the United States He made his return at Bellator 192 on January 20, 2018, against Goiti Yamauchi. 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