Islam Makhachev shows no concern about the possible influence of Charles Oliveira on Ian Garry 's preparation for UFC 330. Scheduled to face the Russian in the main event, set for August 15th, the Irishman has been training at the Chute Boxe Diego Lima gym alongside the Brazilian, which doesn't intimidate the welterweight champion (up to 77 kg), who already has a victory over the 'dark lion'.
In an interview with 'MMA Fighting', Makhachev downplayed the impact Charles could have on Garry's camp, suggesting that the Brazilian's main contribution would be limited to the speed of his submission.
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“(Charles can) teach him how to hit fast. That’s all,” said Islam Makhachev.
Islam Makhachev defeated Charles Oliveira at UFC 280.
In the main event of UFC 280 , held in October 2022, Islam Makhachev won the lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg) by submitting Charles Oliveira . After a balanced first round, the Russian gained the advantage in the second round, when he took down the Brazilian with a cross and then secured the victory by applying a katagatame.
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