Charles Oliveira Set for UFC Comeback in Rio Main Event
Big news for MMA fans — especially those in Brazil. Charles Oliveira, the former UFC lightweight champion, is officially booked for his comeback fight, and it’s happening on home turf. After a tough knockout loss to Ilia Topuria back at UFC 317, many thought Oliveira might take an extended break. But “Do Bronx” is jumping back into action faster than expected.
It was recently announced that the UFC will be returning to Rio de Janeiro for a Fight Night event on October 11, and Oliveira is set to headline the card. He’ll be facing off against Rafael Fiziev in a five-round main event. The venue? The Farmasi Arena — a perfect setting for Oliveira’s long-awaited return in front of a passionate Brazilian crowd.
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This matchup may come as a bit of a surprise to some, especially considering Oliveira had recently been teasing a potential BMF title fight with Max Holloway. That rematch was building a lot of hype, but Holloway has since ruled himself out of competition for the rest of the year due to a hand injury. So with that door temporarily closed, Oliveira turned his focus to something that’s clearly close to his heart: fighting at home.
And believe it or not, Oliveira hasn’t fought in Brazil in front of a live audience since way back in 2019. His last fight in the country — a win over Kevin Lee — took place during the early pandemic days, behind closed doors. So this October bout marks a major moment for him and Brazilian MMA fans alike.
His opponent, Rafael Fiziev, recently snapped a three-fight losing streak with a solid win over Ignacio Bahamondes at UFC Baku. Now ranked #10 in the lightweight division, Fiziev is looking to ride that momentum into the biggest fight of his career. If he can go into Oliveira’s backyard and pull off an upset, it could skyrocket him back into title contention.
But make no mistake — this night is all about Oliveira. It’s a comeback with emotion, history, and national pride baked in. While some were hoping for a higher-ranked opponent or a more “blockbuster” name, Oliveira made it clear: fighting in Brazil mattered more than anything else.
So mark your calendars — October 11, UFC Rio, Charles Oliveira vs. Rafael Fiziev. Whether you're rooting for the return of “Do Bronx” or looking out for a Fiziev upset, this main event is shaping up to be a can't-miss fight.
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