Oliveira Shines in Rio: Epic Submission against Gamrot at UFC Fight Night

Charles Oliveira Triumphs in Rio de Janeiro

In a spectacular return to his country, Charles Oliveira demonstrated his resilience and talent by submitting Mateusz Gamrot in the main event of UFC Fight Night held at the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro. This victory comes less than four months after the toughest knockout loss of his career. Oliveira (36-11) submitted Gamrot (25-4) with a rear-naked choke at 2 minutes and 48 seconds of the second round. This victory comes just 105 days after Oliveira was knocked out by Ilia Topuria in a lightweight title fight. Many in the sports world wondered if Oliveira had returned too soon, but the Brazilian fighter dispelled any doubts.

I’m trying to hold back the tears at this moment. This is for you, the Brazilian fans. This is not about money, fame, or status. This is for Brazil.

Charles Oliveira

Oliveira’s victory added more shine to his already impressive legacy in the UFC. He extended his UFC records for most finishes (21) and submissions (17). In addition, he tied Neil Magny on the list of wins in UFC history with 24, surpassed only by Jim Miller, who has 27. Immediately after his victory, Oliveira reiterated his desire to face the BMF champion and ranked lightweight Max Holloway. Both fighters faced each other more than a decade ago, in 2015, where Holloway defeated Oliveira in a featherweight bout. Oliveira’s performance was characteristic from the start. He dominated Gamrot with his Muay Thai style, characterized by a high volume of strikes. Gamrot, who replaced Rafael Fiziev with little notice, managed to take Oliveira down in the first round, but Oliveira reversed the position and got on Gamrot’s back. In the second round, both fighters exchanged blows until Oliveira managed a body grip and lifted Gamrot off the ground. Finally, Oliveira got on Gamrot’s back and applied the rear-naked choke. Before this victory, Oliveira was already ranked number 4 in the UFC lightweight division. Gamrot was ranked number 8. Holloway, for his part, is coming off a decision victory over Dustin Poirier in July.