Charles Oliveira achieved what no one else had accomplished before him.
The UFC Rio event on Saturday proved to be an immensely triumphant return for one of Brazil`s most significant mixed martial arts icons. Only a few months following a tough title defeat against Ilia Topuria, Oliveira made a strong comeback, overcoming Mateusz Gamrot in front of his home crowd at Farmasi Arena. `Do Bronx` silenced his critics who had doubted him after UFC 317, achieving a unique feat no one else had managed.
Mateusz Gamrot`s 29-Fight Streak Without Being Finished Ends Against Charles Oliveira
Charles Oliveira secured his first finish since June 2023 at UFC Rio with a second-round rear-naked choke submission. This victory further solidified his position as the leader in all-time Octagon stoppages.
Furthermore, this outcome marked significant milestones for `Do Bronx`. Oliveira matched the legendary Mirko Cro Cop`s record for most finishes across Zuffa history (UFC, Pride, WEC, Strikeforce), surpassing both Wanderlei Silva and Donald Cerrone with his 21st stoppage. Gamrot`s tap-out brought an end to his remarkable 29-fight streak. Prior to his trip to Rio de Janeiro, `Gamer` had suffered three losses in 29 bouts, each decided by judges` decisions. Consequently, Oliveira became the first fighter to secure a stoppage victory over Gamrot, a milestone achieved in the Polish star`s 30th professional fight.
Charles Oliveira Challenges Max Holloway at UFC Rio
Following his latest cage performance, where he continued his trend of setting records and breaking streaks, `Do Bronx` now eyes a confrontation with another prominent name in UFC history. Oliveira publicly challenged Max Holloway at UFC Rio, as the Brazilian fan favorite aims for a rematch against `Blessed` a full decade after their initial encounter.
“Hey Hunter (Campbell), Charles Oliveira versus Max Holloway,” Oliveira declared into the microphone during his post-fight Octagon interview. “The BMF title. Let`s make it happen.”
