Quick Read
- Charles Oliveira won by unanimous decision after five rounds.
- The BMF title match served as the main event at T-Mobile Arena.
- Oliveira successfully landed takedowns in every round of the fight.
- Caio Borralho and Raul Rosas Jr. also secured victories on the main card.
LAS VEGAS (Azat TV) – Charles Oliveira captured the BMF championship at UFC 326, securing a decisive unanimous victory over Max Holloway at the T-Mobile Arena on Saturday night. The win marks a significant milestone for the former lightweight champion, who utilized a tactical grappling approach to nullify Holloway’s striking prowess throughout the five-round main event.
Dominance in the Octagon for the BMF belt
From the opening bell, Oliveira asserted control, successfully executing takedowns in every round of the 25-minute contest. While Holloway demonstrated defensive resilience by escaping multiple submission attempts, he struggled to find the space necessary to mount a consistent offensive rhythm. According to reports from ESPN, the Brazilian fighter’s ability to maintain top control dictated the pace and ultimately convinced all three judges to award him the victory.
UFC 326 undercard results and momentum
The event served as a major showcase for the promotion, with several other notable bouts rounding out the card. Middleweight prospect Caio Borralho continued his climb through the divisional rankings by securing a unanimous decision victory over Reinier de Ridder. In another key matchup, Raul Rosas Jr. earned a decision win over veteran Rob Font, further signaling the rising influence of younger talent within the organization.
- Charles Oliveira won by unanimous decision after five rounds.
- The BMF title match served as the main event at T-Mobile Arena.
- Oliveira successfully landed takedowns in every round of the fight.
- Caio Borralho and Raul Rosas Jr. also secured victories on the main card.
The victory for Oliveira underscores a strategic shift in his fighting style, prioritizing positional control and ground dominance over the high-risk striking exchanges that characterized his earlier title defenses, effectively neutralizing one of the division’s most dangerous strikers in Holloway.