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Despite lightweight success at UFC 210, Charles Oliveira eyeing return to 145 pounds

Charles Oliveira looked impressive in his return to lightweight at UFC 210, but that’s not stopping him from wanting to return to his longtime home — the 145-pound division.

The Brazilian kicked off the pay-per-view main card against former Bellator MMA champion and betting favorite Will Brooks, and picked up a quick standing rear-naked choke victory. This was one of Oliveira’s best performances in recent memory, and it snapped a two-fight featherweight skid.

Oliveira accepted a fight at 155 pounds after consistently missing the featherweight mark in recent bouts. Oliveira has had 12 featherweight appearances, and he’s missed weight ahead of four of them.