Charles do Bronx is thrilled with the crowd's affection. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC
Charles "Do Bronx" Oliveira is finally back home. The Brazilian was the star of the main event at UFC 326, where he defeated Max Holloway by unanimous decision and won the BMF belt. More than a week after the victory, the "Flavoura Lion" returned to the Chute Boxe Diego Lima training center, where he was greeted with a celebration by his teammates.
In a video posted to Marlon Brito's Instagram stories, Charles climbs the stairs of the gym and is surprised by shouts of "the champion is back." The fighter raised the "baddest UFC fighter" belt, further amplifying the celebration at the venue.
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Since the match, which took place on March 7th, Charles has enjoyed some time with his family. Before arriving in São Paulo, the Brazilian passed through the United States and London, before finally returning to the training center.
Check out Charles from the Bronx's arrival.
Charles Oliveira gets a warm welcome at the gym as he returns with the BMF title. 🏆🤩
(Via: marlonbritooo) pic.twitter.com/obuTmMyF77
— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) March 18, 2026
Charles do Bronx is the new UFC BMF champion.
Charles do Bronx with the 'BMF' belt and his son. Photo: Reproduction/X
Despite entering UFC 326 as the underdog, Charles Oliveira gave Max Holloway no chance , dominating the Hawaiian throughout five rounds. His impressive performance earned him scores of 50-45 on all judges' scorecards. With this result, the Brazilian won the BMF belt, which symbolizes the toughest fighter in the UFC.
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