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Charles Oliveira calls for title fight in UFC return, or plans extended hiatus

Former undisputed lightweight champion, Charles Oliveira has claimed it’s title fight or bust in his return to the UFC this annum — as the Brazilian campaigns continually for a rematch clash with the current gold holder, Islam Makhachev.

Oliveira, the current number two rated divisional contender, most recently co-headlined UFC 308 back in November of last year at Madison Square Garden.

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And successfully lodging his second career win over Michael Chandler, Oliveira landed a unanimous decision win over the former title challenger.