Charles Oliveira Dismisses Criticism Over Style Ahead of UFC 335
Charles Oliveira responded to criticism regarding his grappling-heavy win over Max Holloway, stating he will not change his fighting style for his UFC 335 title defense against Diego Lopes.
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Charles Oliveira is not interested in changing his approach inside the Octagon to satisfy external critics. Holding UFC records for the most finishes, submissions, and performance bonuses, "Do Bronx" has finished 21 of his 25 promotional victories since debuting in 2010. However, after relying on a dominant grappling display to defeat Max Holloway by decision earlier this year, the Brazilian faced pushback from viewers who labeled the performance boring.
Speaking to MMA Fighting, Oliveira pushed back against the narrative that he needs to engage in reckless stand-up brawls, explaining that pleasing every fan is an impossible standard. "God Himself couldn’t please everyone, so imagine me," Oliveira said. "If I go out there and trade punches and get knocked out, I’m stupid because I could have used jiu-jitsu.
If I go out there and use jiu-jitsu, then it sucks. What I want to know is what’s on Sherdog. That’s all I want to know."
Oliveira emphasized that securing victories is what ensures financial success and longevity in the promotion. Unmoved by public critiques, he will carry the same pragmatic mindset into his scheduled title defense against Diego Lopes at UFC 335 this December.
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