The UFC is home to some of the hardest hitters in the world, with knockout power across all weight classes—from Ilia Topuria to Derrick Lewis. Whether it’s flyweight or heavyweight, the roster is stacked with fighters who can end a fight in one punch. But when former UFC champ Charles Oliveira was asked who the hardest hitter in the company is, he didn’t hesitate to name himself, claiming his power stands above the rest.
At UFC312, Charles Oliveira recounted his fight against Justin Gaethje and his belief in being the hardest hitter. Despite Gaethje’s reputation for delivering powerful strikes, Oliveira’s punches proved decisive as Gaethje appeared to collapse under the assault. Oliveira used this experience as evidence of his own formidable striking strength.
He reasoned that his ability to overpower a fighter known for his power demonstrated his superiority in impact, confidently establishing himself as the most powerful hitter in the UFC without hesitation. In his words, “When I fought Justin Gaethje they said, ‘he’s the one who hits the hardest.’ But when I hit him, he folded, so I’ll tell you what, the guy who hits the hardest is me.”
🗣️ Charles Oliveira on the person who hit the hardest in his career:
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“When I fought Justin Gaethje they said, ‘he’s the one who hits the hardest,’ but when I hit him, he folded, so I’ll tell you what, the guy who hits the hardest is ME!”
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Oliveira’s strong Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills make him one of the UFC’s best grapplers, easily controlling opponents on the ground. Confident in his ability to absorb and deliver powerful blows, Oliveira now declares himself the toughest fighter to hit on the UFC roster, demonstrating his overall combat game is as elite on the feet as on the mat.
Charles Oliveira Suggests He Is Next In The Line For Title Fight
Oliveira is eager for revenge after Makhachev won the lightweight belt from him to begin his reign. After Makhachev swiftly dispatched Renato Moicano at UFC 311, Oliveira wasted no time challenging the champion for another title shot. Oliveira believes that his all-around fighting skills, combining lethal grappling and improved striking, make him the rightful lightweight champion, and he intends to reclaim his position with determination and confidence.
Meanwhile, Makhachev has no shortage of challengers as multiple fighters line up for a shot at his lightweight throne. Alongside Oliveira, Arman Tsarukyan and Ilia Topuria have thrown their names into the mix, each eager to test themselves against the dominant champion. With so many contenders vying for the title, the division is heating up, making the champion’s next move highly unpredictable.
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