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Islam Makhachev shuts down Charles Oliveira fight: ‘This guy thinks he deserves a rematch with me?’

Islam Makhachev shuts down Charles Oliveira fight this guy thinks he deserves rematch with meUndisputed lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev has firmly put the brakes on a title fight rematch with ex-titleholder, Charles Oliveira…

Islam Makhachev shuts down Charles Oliveira fight this guy thinks he deserves rematch with me

Undisputed lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev has firmly put the brakes on a title fight rematch with ex-titleholder, Charles Oliveira – mocking the Brazilian’s call for a re-run for gold, poking fun at his prior win over the Sao Paulo favorite.

Makhachev, the current undisputed lightweight champion and pound-for-pound number one on the UFC’s books, most recently headlined UFC 294 back in October in Abu Dhabi, UAE – landing a dominant first round high-kick knockout win over Alexander Volkanovski in the pair’s short-notice rematch.

Initially, Makhachev was slated to headline that card in the Middle East against Oliveira, until a nasty laceration above the Brazilian’s eyebrow ruled him from the pay-per-view card.

Fighting Makhachev in a vacant lightweight title fight at UFC 280 in October of last year, Oliveira dropped a second round arm-triangle submission loss, seeing his division-best undefeated run come to a crashing halt.

Islam Makhachev rules out rematch with Charles Oliveira

And despite staking his claim for a reworked title fight rematch with Makhachev – potentially next year at the very earliest, Makhachev has overnight cast doubt on a re-run, mocking the Brazilian’s prior stoppage loss.

“This guy thinks he deserve rematch with me?” Islam Makhachev posted on his official X account, accompanied by a picture of Charles Oliveira in the immediate aftermath of his stoppage loss at UFC 280. 

And providing an update on his fighting future off the back of his knockout win over Australian favorite, Volkanovski two months ago, Makhachev claimed he would like the opportunity to fight former interim champion and current symbolic BMF titleholder, Justin Gaethje – as soon as UFC 299 in May of next year in Miami, Florida. 
“To be honest, I’ve already told I’m not that interested in rematches,” Islam Makhachev told Ushatayka. “Because if you want to win someone in a good way, you have to add new names.”

“There is (Justin) Gaethje, who I would say deserved a fight,” Islam Makhachev continued. “I think it would be more interesting to fight him. I think in March, maybe – most likely, yes, at the number event [UFC 299].”

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Islam Makhachev axes rematch fight with Charles Oliveira, plans Justin Gaethje title clash at UFC 299 in Miami

Islam Makhachev calls for Justin Gaethje title fight at UFC 299 in Miami in MarchEarmarked to fight former foe and prior undisputed lightweight champion, Charles Oliveira in a championship rematch in his return…

Islam Makhachev calls for Justin Gaethje title fight at UFC 299 in Miami in March

Earmarked to fight former foe and prior undisputed lightweight champion, Charles Oliveira in a championship rematch in his return to the Octagon, current gold holder, Islam Makhachev has suggested a pairing with former interim titleholder, Justin Gaethje instead, eyeing a comeback at UFC 299 in March in Miami, Florida.

Makhachev, the current undisputed lightweight champion and current pound-for-pound number one ranked fighter, most recently headlined UFC 294 back in October in Abu Dhabi, UAE, landing a one-sided rematch win over Alexander Volkanovski, stopping the Australian with a brutal first round high-kick knockout.

Initially scheduled to feature in a main event bout against Sao Paulo favorite, Oliveira in a championship rematch, Makhachev saw the pairing shelved after the Brazilian suffered a nasty laceration above his right eyebrow ahead of the clash.

Islam Makhachev eyes Justin Gaethje fight at UFC 299

And receiving a recent call out from UFC Austin main event winner, Arman Tsarukyan in a championship rematch, Makhachev has ruled out a fight with the Armenian or Oliveira next, instead mentioning a return at UFC 299 in Miami, in a clash against Arizona native, Gaethje.“To be honest, I’ve already told I’m not that interested in rematches,” Islam Makhachev told Ushatayka. “Because if you want to win someone in a good way, you have to add new names.”

“There is (Justin) Gaethje, who I would say deserved a fight,” Islam Makhachev continued. “I think it would be more interesting to fight him. I think in March, maybe – most likely, yes, at the number event [UFC 299].” 

Gaethje, a former interim lightweight champion and current symbolic BMF championship holder, headlined UFC 291 back in July most recently, landing a spectacular second round high-kick knockout win over fellow former interim gold holder, Dustin Poirier in the pair’s long-awaited rematch. 

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Charles Oliveira given Islam Makhachev title fight rematch lifeline: ‘UFC 301 in May is a possibility’

Charles Oliveira given UFC 301 title fight rematch with Islam Makhachev lifeline in MayFormer undisputed lightweight champion, Charles Oliveira will prioritize a championship rematch with rival, Islam Makhachev before Ramadan which begins…

Charles Oliveira given UFC 301 title fight rematch with Islam Makhachev lifeline in May

Former undisputed lightweight champion, Charles Oliveira will prioritize a championship rematch with rival, Islam Makhachev before Ramadan which begins in March and runs until April, however, if the Brazilian is unable to secure a re-run before then, he would still welcome a comeback at UFC 301 – currently targeted for a date in May.

Oliviera, the current number one ranked lightweight contender, most recently featured in the co-main event of UFC 289 back in June in Canada, landing a spectacular opening round ground strikes TKO win over recent UFC Austin main event star, Beneil Dariush.

The victory propelled the Sao Paulo native back to the winner’s enclosure, following a disappointing second round arm-triangle submission loss to the above-mentioned, Makhachev at UFC 280 back in October of last year in the duo’s vacant title affair.

And booked to fight Makhachev in the main event of UFC 294 two months ago in Abu Dhabi, UAE, Oliveira was forced from the title fight rematch against he suffered a nasty laceration above his right eye, forcing his withdrawal from the championship clash.

Charles Oliveira open to UFC 301 title rematch with Islam Makhachev

Linked with a title fight rematch rescheduling against Makhachev prior to the beginning of Ramadan in March of next year, Charles Oliveira’s head coach, Diego Lima claimed a potential UFC 301 landing pad could be possible for the bout.

“My plan was to start talks with the UFC, but (Ian Machado) Garry just arrived, so possible [on Thursday] we will have a meeting to decide,” Lima told Sherdog. “Charles (Oliveira) wants that rematch with (Islam) Makhachev in March before Ramadan, so that will be our main focus. But if the UFC wants us to wait for Ramadan, we will do it. We are not in a hurry. The most important thing for us is to have Charles face Islam next.”

“It’s gonna be a chess match,” Lima explained. “Fighting in March would be our priority, but for sure one of Charles’ dreams is to fight for the belt in front of his home fans. The UFC already announced a title fight for UFC 299… And it will be Ramadan in April, so UFC 301 in May can be a possibility.” 

And off the back of the last weekend’s UFC Austin card in Texas, event headliner, Arman Tsarukyan, who turned in a blistering opening minute knockout win over Dariush, called for a title-eliminator bout against Charles Oliveira in his next appearance. 

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Islam Makhachev issues chilling warning to UFC foes: ‘None of them will get the belt while I’m here, that’s it’

Islam Makhachev issues chilling warning no fighter is winning the belt while I'm here UFCUndisputed lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev has been linked with a slew of potential title defenses against the likes of…

Islam Makhachev issues chilling warning no fighter is winning the belt while I'm here UFC

Undisputed lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev has been linked with a slew of potential title defenses against the likes of Dustin Poirier, Justin Gaethje, as well as former opponents, Charles Oliveira and Arman Tsarukyan in his Octagon return, however, claims as long as he competes at 155 pounds – none of them will touch the title belt.

Makhachev, the current undisputed lightweight champion, and also the newly-minted pound-for-pound number one fighter under the banner of the promotion since last month, headlined UFC 294 back in October most recently.

Turning in his second consecutive title defense, Makhachev landed a stunning opening round high-kick knockout win over two-time foe and featherweight kingpin, Alexander Volkanovski in the pair’s championship rematch in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Winning vacant gold back in October of last year, Russian standout, Makhachev stopped the above-mentioned, Oliveira with a second round arm-triangle submission in a Middle East showdown.

And the subject of multiple call outs since his title fight victory in October, Makhachev was targeted by past-foe, Tsarukyan after UFC Austin last weekend, the Armenian, who currently holds the number four rank at lightweight, stopped Beneil Dariush with a first round knockout win.

Islam Makhachev issues warning to lightweight opposition

However, as far as the American Kickboxing Academy staple is concerned, nobody else will touch championship gold as long as he competes at the lightweight limit.

“Arman (Tsarukyan), Dustin (Poirier), Justin (Gaethje), Charles (Oliveira) they all good,” Islam Makhachev posted on his official X account. “They’re TOP 5 in the world, but none of them will get the belt, while I’m here. That’s it!” 

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Arman Tsarukyan promises KO win over Islam Makhachev in title rematch after brutal UFC Austin Win

Arman TsarukyanArman Tsarukyan sent a message to reigning lightweight champion Islam Makhachev following his stunning 64-second knockout of Beneil Dariush…

Arman Tsarukyan

Arman Tsarukyan sent a message to reigning lightweight champion Islam Makhachev following his stunning 64-second knockout of Beneil Dariush at UFC Austin.

Going into his contest with Dariush, ‘Ahalkalakets’ was sitting as the No. 8 ranked lightweight in the world, come Monday, he’ll see himself in the top five, moving him significantly closer to a potential rematch with Makhachev. Following his first-round destruction of Dariush in The Lone Star State, Arman Tsarukyan sent a message to the ‘Dagestani Destroyer’ letting him know that their title tilt won’t end the same way as their first meeting.

“I was 22 years old [when I first fought Makhachev],” Tsarukyan said. “Now I’m 27. I got improved. The next fight is going to be a different one. I’m going to knock him out.”

Arman Tsarukyan Could Be waiting a While for his lightweight title opportunity

Meeting in April 2019, Makhachev scored a decisive unanimous decision victory over Tsarukyan. Makhachev is currently on a 13-fight win streak which includes his world title-winning performance against Charles Oliveira last year and back-to-back defenses against featherweight king Alexander Volkanovski.

Tsarukyan has now won eight of his last nine and could very well be one big win away from a long-awaited title opportunity. Unfortunately, even with his big win over Dariush, Tsarukyan could still be waiting for quite a while with both Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje awaiting their own shot at the 155-pound crown.

Arman Tsarukyan promises KO win over Islam Makhachev in title rematch after brutal UFC Austin Win

Arman TsarukyanArman Tsarukyan sent a message to reigning lightweight champion Islam Makhachev following his stunning 64-second knockout of Beneil Dariush…

Arman Tsarukyan

Arman Tsarukyan sent a message to reigning lightweight champion Islam Makhachev following his stunning 64-second knockout of Beneil Dariush at UFC Austin.

Going into his contest with Dariush, ‘Ahalkalakets’ was sitting as the No. 8 ranked lightweight in the world, come Monday, he’ll see himself in the top five, moving him significantly closer to a potential rematch with Makhachev. Following his first-round destruction of Dariush in The Lone Star State, Arman Tsarukyan sent a message to the ‘Dagestani Destroyer’ letting him know that their title tilt won’t end the same way as their first meeting.

“I was 22 years old [when I first fought Makhachev],” Tsarukyan said. “Now I’m 27. I got improved. The next fight is going to be a different one. I’m going to knock him out.”

Arman Tsarukyan Could Be waiting a While for his lightweight title opportunity

Meeting in April 2019, Makhachev scored a decisive unanimous decision victory over Tsarukyan. Makhachev is currently on a 13-fight win streak which includes his world title-winning performance against Charles Oliveira last year and back-to-back defenses against featherweight king Alexander Volkanovski.

Tsarukyan has now won eight of his last nine and could very well be one big win away from a long-awaited title opportunity. Unfortunately, even with his big win over Dariush, Tsarukyan could still be waiting for quite a while with both Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje awaiting their own shot at the 155-pound crown.