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Charles Oliveira Signs Eight-Fight UFC Extension, Coach Says

The long-term pact keeps the BMF titleholder in the lightweight mix without promising a title shot.

Overview

  • Coach Diego Lima told AG Fight that the 36-year-old has agreed to an eight-fight deal to stay with the UFC.
  • Lima said the contract lines up bouts until about age 40 and called the terms "a wonderful deal."
  • Oliveira holds the BMF belt after beating Max Holloway in March, but the new agreement does not include an immediate lightweight title fight.
  • His path will hinge on upcoming matchmaking in a crowded division, with reports pointing to a TopuriaJustin Gaethje unification at the White House event.
  • Finishing the pact would bring his total to about 45 UFC appearances, adding to his promotion records for most submissions, most finishes and most post-fight bonuses.