Charles Oliveira clinched the BMF title at UFC 326 with a commanding performance in the main event. However, his victory sparked a wave of criticism from various fighters and fans who deemed the bout uninspired, despite Oliveira’s undeniable dominance.
The BMF belt, previously held by Max Holloway following his spectacular win over Justin Gaethje at UFC 300, is often associated with high-octane striking battles. Oliveira’s five-round, grappling-heavy approach against Holloway deviated from these expectations, leading to disappointment among those hoping for another intense stand-up war. Nevertheless, Oliveira successfully showcased his superior ground game, proving his strategic mastery in securing the win.
Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz React to UFC 326
UFC veterans Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz, known for their intertwined careers and outspoken personalities, swiftly shared their thoughts on the BMF title fight.
Nate Diaz, a former contender for the inaugural BMF belt in 2019, voiced his opinion concisely on social media, simply stating: “Boring Mother F*ckers.”
Conor McGregor, ever the center of attention, also weighed in. He criticized Max Holloway’s perceived passivity on the ground and labeled the entire contest a “shockingly bad fight.” McGregor disparagingly referred to Oliveira as “little Charlie” and suggested the BMF belt shouldn’t be recognized, later provocatively adding, “If they want I’ll spank charlie.”
Charles Oliveira Responds
During the post-fight press conference, the newly crowned BMF champion, Charles Oliveira, was directly questioned about the remarks made by McGregor and Diaz. When asked about potential future matchups with either fighter, Oliveira showed no hesitation.
He declared, “You want to put them at 170, you want to put them up there I don’t care, you want to put them at middleweight we do it, it doesn’t matter. I’ll tell you what if you want it make it a Grand Prix two fights same day see what happens.”
Given his impressive resume and current standing in the lightweight division, Charles Oliveira is undoubtedly a prime candidate for high-profile “money fights,” a category that would certainly include a clash with Conor McGregor. However, McGregor’s return to the octagon continues to be a subject of much speculation rather than a definite upcoming event.
