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Charles Oliveira has identified two fighters he would choose for a fantasy BMF title bout after winning the title from Max Holloway in March. His recent victory showcased his dominance, despite facing criticism for his strategy during the fight.
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Charles Oliveira has two particular fighters in mind that he would defend his title against in a fantasy fight.
In March, Oliveira added another chapter to his remarkable UFC story by taking the BMF title from Max Holloway. The five-round display was one-sided, and the Brazilian star never looked troubled.
âDo Bronxâ faced plenty of criticism after the bout, with much of it focused on his strategy. He racked up over 20 minutes of ground control time, which didnât sit well with some fans and analysts.
While Arman Tsarukyan is lining up to challenge for the BMF belt next, Oliveira has been thinking about other names for a fantasy matchup â including Conor McGregor and Justin Gaethje. While heâs spoken about facing them before, nothing ever materialised while he held gold in real life.
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The BMF title is meant to represent a fighter willing to face anyone, anytime, regardless of weight class or the consequences.
Speaking with Bloody Elbow through Casinohawks, Oliveira named St-Pierre as his ideal opponent.
âWeâve got to be careful with what we say,â Oliveira told Bloody Elbow.
âIâll talk about whatâs happening right now. Weâve got Tsarukyan saying plenty. Weâve got Nate Diaz saying plenty. Weâve got Conor McGregor saying plenty. So we need to understand what the UFC wants to do.
âBut if I could choose someone, with all due respect, Iâd name two: Georges St-Pierre and BJ Penn. Because of the history they made.â
St-Pierre is often mentioned in GOAT debates, while Pennâs legacy is more complicated after ending his career on a seven-fight losing streak.
Charles Oliveira won the BMF title by defeating Max Holloway.
Oliveira faced criticism for his strategy, particularly for his extensive ground control time during the fight.
Oliveira has two specific fighters in mind for a fantasy BMF title bout, though their names are not mentioned in the excerpt.
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âAs a fan, many times I watched St-Pierre and I was left speechless,â Oliveira added. âSo as a fan, for everything I watched those men do on the screen, officially watching them. If I could say âBlimey if I was to fightâ it would be those men from that era.â
âIf the UFC rings me and says âCharles youâll have to defend your title and it only counts by knockout or submissionâ then Iâll do everything I can to become champion again by knockout or submission.â
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