The anticipation among MMA fans for Islam Makhachev vs Charles Oliveira 2 has been building since October 2022 when Makhachev claimed the UFC lightweight title.
Many were eager to see these two talented fighters collide once again. It seemed like the stage was set for their rematch in October 2023, as Makhachev vs. Oliveira was scheduled to headline UFC 294. However, disappointment struck when Charles Oliveira suffered an injury and had to withdraw from the match. As a result, Alexander Volkanovski stepped in to face Makhachev at UFC 294 instead of Oliveira.
Makhachev has since defeated Volkanovski twice and now awaits a new challenge. With Charles Oliveira set to fight Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 300, the winner of that match will become a top contender for the lightweight championship bout. This sets the stage for a highly anticipated rematch between Makhachev and Oliveira in 2024.
Recently, Makhachev took to Twitter and expressed his desire to defend his title on June 8th, 2024, against Justin Gaethje. He also stated his intention to face the winner of the Charles vs. Arman fight in November. However, reports suggest that the UFC is currently not inclined to give Gaethje his third title shot. In the event that Charles Oliveira emerges victorious against Arman at UFC 300, we may witness the Islam Makhachev vs. Charles Oliveira 2 showdown sooner than expected.
Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated rematch as the MMA world eagerly awaits the clash between two formidable fighters. The stage is set for a thrilling battle between Islam Makhachev and Charles Oliveira, and fans can’t wait to see how the story unfolds in 2024.