Polish fighter Mateusz Gamrot , one of the top names in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg), didn't let Charles Oliveira's message about possible replacements for the injured Rafael Fiziev at UFC Rio, scheduled for October 11th, go unanswered. After the Brazilian criticized fighters who allegedly refused offers to face him at home, Gamrot reaffirmed his intention to face the former lightweight champion at the event.
Gamrot, currently ranked eighth in the category, took the opportunity to reinforce that he is in shape and ready to show his skills, especially on the ground, where he excels.
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Respect @CharlesDoBronxs but I told ufc straight – I want to face you in your own house. This will be a true masterclass on the ground, and I'm ready to prove it https://t.co/Qk84R1w617
— Mateusz Gamrot (@gamer_mma) September 21, 2025
“Respect, Charles do Bronx , but I told the UFC directly that I want to face you in your own home. It’s going to be a real lesson in ground fighting and I’m ready to prove it,” the Pole wrote in a post on 'X'.
Besides Mateusz Gamrot , Renato Moicano also offered himself on social media to face Charles do Bronx at UFC Rio. On the other hand, Benoit Saint-Denis ' manager has already ruled out the Frenchman's presence at the event, leaving the choice of Charles' opponent open and increasing the anticipation about who will actually step into the octagon in Rio de Janeiro.
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