Charles Oliveira entered UFC 309 with a lot to prove. The Brazilian lightweight faced a familiar foe in Michael Chandler, whom he had previously defeated in 2023. But with a loss in his last fight to Arman Tsarukyan, Oliveira needed a dominant performance to get back into title contention. However, what transpired in the octagon at Madison Square Garden was nothing short of a clinic by ‘Do Bronx.’
From the opening bell, it was clear that Oliveira was in control. He started with a front kick, testing his opponent’s defense, before moving in for a double-leg takedown. Chandler, known for his wrestling and solid takedown defense, was quickly overwhelmed by Oliveira’s relentless pressure.
As the second round unfolded, Oliveira’s confidence only grew. He backed Chandler up with precise oblique kicks and seemed to time his strikes perfectly. Chandler attempted to rally with a flurry of punches, but Oliveira’s ability to recover and fire back was evident. The third and fourth rounds saw Oliveira continue to build on his dominance.
Michael Chandler’s time came in the 5th round. He hurt Charles Oliveira badly and was close to finishing him. But ‘Do Bronx’ rallied and managed to take him down till the bell rang. By the end of the fight, there was no doubt that Oliveira had done what he needed to do to reassert his place at the top of the division. He went on to win the fight via unanimous decision.
Fight Fans Reacted To Charles Oliveira’s Exceptional Performance Against Michael Chandler
Oliveira’s exceptional performance against Chandler at UFC 309 left fans buzzing. After a string of mixed results, Oliveira needed a dominant win to remind the world of why he’s considered one of the most dangerous fighters. But this fight was a clear statement that Oliveira was far from being finished.
The fans were quick to react, with many praising Oliveira’s dominant performance. On social media, UFC fans flooded the feeds with their reactions. Some fans believed that he deserved a title shot. Others rallied for the fight of the Night bonus for this performance. Here are some of the reactions from fight fans:
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While it wasn’t without its tense moments, Charles Oliveira’s performance was a reminder of his elite skill set. And the fans loved every minute of it. He will now probably face the winner of Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan next for the title.
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