View The Fight Card Order UFC 282 Oliveira vs Makhachev. MMA news, interviews, pictures, videos and more since 1997. And when someone is under severe duress, they tend to revert back to their base of comfort. Santiago Ponzinibbio wants to stay active and face a top 10 opponent after pulling off a comeback finish at UFC 282. UFC Fight Night: Grasso vs. Araujo 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. It produces events worldwide that showcase 12 weight divisions (eight men's 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. UFC 282 live blog: Jan Blachowicz vs. Magomed Ankalaev. ^ Wrist control, rides, passes, May 7, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Charles Oliveira defends against Justin Gaethje during UFC 274 at Footprint Center. 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. At the age of 8, he began practicing and competing in Muay Thai. He won't get that opportunity if Usman is the champ, because he already has lost to him twice. Namely, because he's the alleged victim in a criminal battery case involving his former opponent Jorge Masvidal. + Superb transitional grappler For that reason, Ill side with the fighter who thrives in chaos and has proven that he can walk through the fire. Following the victory against Ferguson, Oliveira defeated Michael Chandler via a second-round TKO in May of 2021. 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. 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. [100] This fight earned him the Fight of the Night award. Masvidal hasn't needed surgery, but he has been hurt in his past few fights and has been taking this time off to heal. [34] He won the bout via submission in the second round. Oliveira previously held the title before missing weight in his last bout against Justin Gaethje. Gall was also a wrestler and football captain at Watchung Hills Regional High School. "Suga" certainly has the type of red-hot momentum, even with his inconclusive result against Pedro Munhoz, to exclaim that it's certainly possible. 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. ^ Dangerous knees and elbows [104], Chandler owns Training Camp, a fitness and MMA gym in Nashville. [74] He won the fight via knockout in the first round. 6-keys: media/spln/mma/reg/free/stories, at All of that is to say, it's very unclear when we will see Covington fight again. Fighters had a lot to say about Paddy Pimbletts win over Jared Gordon at UFC 282. [78] He won the fight via technical knockout in the first round. Edgar, Ortega, and Max area all tough matchups. Thats all I can say. Of course, adventure only goes so far when there's money on the line. But there are a number of prominent fighters whose next bouts should be coming around the corner. [58] He won the fight by unanimous decision. Im done doubting him, Smith said. [48] After a dominant start on the feet, including a knockdown, he won the match via submission in the first round. Aside from an excellent utilization of front teeps, the Brazilian standout also has a long, prodding jab If it's welterweight, there's really only one fight that makes sense for him, and that's Covington. Next up for Oliveira is Makhachev (22-1), who has rattled off 10 victories in a row. Makhachev, meanwhile, has steamrolled all of the foes placed against him. [12][13], Upon graduating from Northwest High School in 2004, Chandler enrolled at the University of Missouri without an athletic scholarship, walking onto the school's wrestling squad. However, Oliveira, too, is not beyond getting knocked off course, as his shelling style has traditionally opened him up to body damage and power shots that can pierce around the guard. 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. Armed with flawless vision, Oliveira claims he can even see the future. Considering that, we're back to Fiziev, which doesn't interest him. Thats right, Makhachev nine times out of 10 will either shoot takedowns with his head on his right side (Oliveiras left) or sag his head off to that same side due to his propensity to establish underhooks or leg reaps off of his left side. Six legit future opponents for Conor McGregor not named Floyd Mayweather, he is seeking the biggest and best fights available, Covington dominated him in a five-round grudge match, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Poirier 's quest for the undisputed crown has grown more challenging, though he did capture interim gold. Yes, hes been very successful, but who are the top five he has beaten? O'Malley is a sniper on the feet but the direction of his fight with Pedro Munhoz, prior to the unfortunate no-contest, did not suggest to me that he is ready for a world title shot. [32] He won the match via technical knockout at just 56 seconds into the first round. 2-ranked welterweight at the moment, and that's unlikely to change any time soon, even if he remains inactive. 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 UFC 94: St-Pierre vs. Penn 2 was a mixed martial arts (MMA) pay-per-view event promoted by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) on January 31, 2009. 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. Please enter a valid email and try again. [44] He lost the back-and-forth bout by split decision. Glover Teixeira vs. Jamahal Hill for vacant title, UFC 282: Official scorecards fromLas Vegas, Paddy Pimblett def. It is the largest MMA promotion company in the world as of 2011. 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. 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[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. 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. ^ Solid variance in shot selection 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. 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. Chandler earned runnerup honors in the 2008 and 2009 Big 12 Championships and was awarded automatic bids to three of the four NCAA Championships he competed in. 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. As of now, it's looking like he'll fight only once in 2022. Were Dillashaw more active, I may lean toward him and his combination of boxing and counter-wrestling. [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. Oliveira was stripped of his lightweight title after missing weight before his bout against Justin Gaethje. But oddly enough, there is really no urgency for him to return anyway. ^ Diverse submission acumen 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. I do.. But maybe not. "Suga" is looking to enter the title picture against his toughest competition to date. Darren Till needs some time to "rethink stuff" after falling to a three-fight losing skid with his defeat at UFC 282. How long will he have to wait? "The Underground King" was nicknamed that because of his many accolades that flew under the radar in smaller promotions. 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. Michael Chandler (born April 24, 1986) is an American professional mixed martial artist.He currently competes in the Lightweight division in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). The win moved Chandler into the semi-finals. [105], American mixed martial artist (born 1986), This article is about the mixed martial artist. The truth is we just don't know how good O'Malley really is or whether he actually does have the type of intangibles needed to put his injury TKO loss to Marlon Vera behind him. I am going to knock Islam out in the first round, Oliveira says. 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. Expect Sterling and Dillashaw to play for points before Sterling eventually gets the takedown and takes over. 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. And then, of course, there's the UFC, where he had success before leaving for ONE as a free agent. Brookhouse:O'Malley can get the win if he brings his aggression to the Octagon. Keep an eye on movement at the top of the division, and keep an eye on Conor McGregor's potential comeback. Oliveira will eventually knock you down or take you down and finish the fight. ONE just received an investment from the Qatar Sports Authority, and they have agreed in principle to future events in the region. 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. felony aggravated battery for allegedly punching, Masvidal punched the now-champ during a scuffle backstage at a card in 2019. Charles Oliveira Post-Fight Interview | UFC 274: Oliveira vs Gaethje UFC 274: Oliveira vs Gaethje took place on Saturday, May 7, 2022 , live from a sold out Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. A slow start is likely, but I expect Yan will take over in the second round and get O'Malley out of there before 15 minutes are up. Anthony Smith has often heaped praise on Charles Oliveira since Do Bronx became the best lightweight in the UFC, but continuously found himself picking Oliveiras opponents when it came time to make actual predictions for his fights. UFC Fight Night womens flyweight bout: Alexa Grasso vs. Viviane Arajo, UFC Fight Night bantamweight bout: Cub Swanson vs. Jonathan Martinez, UFC Fight Night flyweight bout: Brandon Royval vs. Askar Askarov, UFC Fight Night middleweight bout: Jordan Wright vs. Duko Todorovi, UFC Fight Night bantamweight bout: Raphael Assuno vs. Victor Henry. Its the same thing with Khabib [Nurmagomedov]. Visit SportsLine now to get detailed picks on every fight at UFC 280, all from the incomparable expert who's up more than $13,000 on MMA in the past three-plus years, and find out. ET on ESPN+. + 15 first-round finishes 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. Covington isn't talking to the media, but one has to assume this would be the ideal scenario for him. Today, we look at the main event for UFC 280. Bonus awards. [12] He majored in personal finance management services with a minor in real estate. Fight of the Night: Bryan Barberena vs. Robbie Lawler; Performance of the Night: Alex Pereira, Jalin Turner, and Julija Stoliarenko; The following fighters received Crypto.com "Fan Bonus of the Night" awards paid in bitcoin of US$30,000 for first place, US$20,000 for second place, and US$10,000 for third place. An offensive marauder who can Thai march forward behind a high guard, Charles Oliveira offers a plethora of problems on the feet. 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. 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. The weekly Thailand fights are a way for Sityodtong to show his dedication to his home country and the Muay Thai community. As seen in the clip above, Oliveira no matter the scenario or submission variation ALWAYS feeds the head to his left side/arm. His professional Muay Thai record is 253, with 22 victories by knockout and 17 first-round finishes. I will prove that again when I step back in the cage.. Nevertheless, whether were talking about mat wrestling or transitional grappling in general, it can be hard to get a beat on Makhachev. + Good takedown ability UFC Fight Night: Kattar vs. Allen (also known as UFC Fight Night 213, UFC on ESPN+ 71 and UFC Vegas 63) was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on October 29, 2022, at the UFC Apex facility in Enterprise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, United States. 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. Fiziev knows it, which is why he has been calling Gaethje out on social media nonstop since his most recent fight in July. [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. The obvious answer is Rafael Fiziev, and everyone knows it. The main event for UFC 280 features a fantastic lightweight title fight between two men who have a process that involves pressure. I think he can neutralize the wrestling at the very least. Brett Okamoto and Marc Raimondi offer a status update ahead of the busy fall schedule. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC). [75], In August 2020 it was reported that Chandler was a free agent following his victory at Bellator 243. He made his return at Bellator 192 on January 20, 2018, against Goiti Yamauchi. Sterling's win over Yan was narrow, but it showed growth in the aftermath of the fight he appeared to be losing 11 months prior before a disqualification earned him the title. Fighters reacted to the UFC 282 main card fight between Dricus Du Plessis and Darren Till. Perhaps Makhachev presents the answer in the form of a strategic takedown game and stifling top control. Something went wrong. That said, when it comes to clinch striking and counters, Makhachev may be in for a surprise or two when he ties up with Oliveira. Gaethje has reached a point in his career where he's not going to fight just to fight. UFC acts fast, sets Teixeira-Hill title bout in Jan. Rosas, 18, victorious as UFC's youngest fighter, White calls fight fixing 'huge concern' for UFC, 'Wonderboy' broke 2 bones in hand vs. Holland, Stots taunts Sabatello after retaining Bellator title, UFC 286 announced for London in March '23, UFC's Adesanya could have charge dismissed, Raul Rosas Jr. becomes youngest UFC fighter to win in their debut. 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. You'll now receive the top MMA Junkie stories each day directly in your inbox. 1 contender fights or money grudge matches. Israel Mobolaji Odunayo Oluwafemi Temitayo Owolabi Adesanya (born 22 July 1989) is a New Zealand professional mixed martial artist, kickboxer, and former boxer with multiple championships in all three disciplines. The top five lightweights are Oliveira, Poirier, Gaethje, Makhachev, Chandler. 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. [95] He won the fight in the second round after knocking out Ferguson with a front kick. If you go back to Gaethje's past two fights, there have been layoffs of 12 months and six months between fights. To beat Islam, I need to be myself, Oliveira says. That said, the tougher the opponent, the more hesitant O'Malley has been in the Octagon. She's only 30 years old. -- Raimondi. Oliveira might just be too complete of a fighter for Makhachev, who is great at what he does but not nearly as well-rounded. No one would complain if he finished his trilogy with Michael Chandler, either. [16], His next fight in the promotion took place on May 15, 2010 at Strikeforce: Heavy Artillery where he fought Sal Wood. Won the Bellator Season 4 Lightweight Tournament. But it does put him in uncertain territory, because the UFC doesn't like it when a fighter turns down a fight that makes sense, and Fiziev is doing everything he can to publicize Gaethje's decision. Get UFC 282 results for the Blachowicz vs. Ankalaev fight card Saturday night in Las Vegas. The protege of Khabib Nurmagomedov excels at making you fight his game and won't be so easy to bait into a brawl like Oliveira did against the likes of Dustin Poirier, Michael Chandler and Justin Gaethje. And Islam is at his peak. And starting in January, ONE is airing one show per week on Friday nights from Thailand. -- Raimondi. Im grateful to be recognized by Randy Couture, Oliveira says. The problem is that Makhachev almost never makes any and is as difficult as any in the UFC at steering off of his Plan A attack. If Makhachev wins, then it's a new champion, and it breathes life into former title challengers, like Gaethje, who already lost to Oliveira. Im sticking to my gut and I think Charles Oliveira beats Islam. 1 and No. [55], In his second title defense, Chandler faced Brent Primus on June 24, 2017 at Bellator NYC. Right now, he hasn't fought in five months, so we're still well within a pretty normal range for someone of his stature. ONE will now be aired on Brazils largest platform, giving a massive distribution boost in a country filled with smart fight fans, especially relevant now with the national pride of Brazilian jiu-jitsu and ONEs new submission grappling divisions and championships. [46] He lost the bout via technical knockout in the fourth round. Ive beat former champions. I've been guilty of picking against Oliveira multiple times. Charles Oliveira: front-choke threats #UFC262 pic.twitter.com/t8EZ8ITqPk. [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. +/- 4-1 against UFC-level southpaws, + Combat sambo world champion Here are your pick makers: Brent Brookhouse (Combat sports writer), Brian Campbell (Combat sports writer, co-host of "Morning Kombat"), Shakiel Mahjouri (writer), Michael Mormile (producer) and Brandon Wise (senior editor). Lucrative, potentially. He began training in boxing at the age of 13, and transitioned to Brazilian jiu-jitsu at 16. 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. Then afterwards I tell myself why do you do that? 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. There's no question about it. + Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt It could be a massive year -- Covington is 34 and arguably in his prime. 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. Following the victory against Ferguson, Oliveira defeated Michael Chandler via a second-round TKO in May of 2021. [39], A rematch with Eddie Alvarez took place on November 2, 2013 in the main event of Bellator 106. In addition to the technical aspects of the fight, Smith knows that Oliveira is battle tested after walking through the fire in the lightweight division to earn his status while Makhachev as impressive as hes been hasnt faced the best fighters in the world yet at 155 pounds. 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