Former UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira has signed a deal to face a surprise opponent at UFC 306, set to take place at The Sphere. After a split decision loss to Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 300, Oliveira’s future at 155 pounds. The division remained uncertain. Speculation now has Oliveira fighting former featherweight title challenger Brian Ortega in the highly anticipated Noche UFC event.
An ‘Almighty Fighting Championship’ article shared on Reddit sparked speculation about an Oliveira vs. Ortega match. The post states, “BREAKING: Charles Oliveira vs. Coach is reportedly signed. Brian Ortega down for UFC 306 at The Sphere, in Las Vegas!” The news is causing a stir among MMA fans who are eager to see how the fight will unfold.
Ortega’s Prediction
Before his bout with Diego Lopes at UFC 303 was canceled due to illness, Ortega hinted that talks were underway with the UFC for a fight at The Sphere. He shared with MMA Junkie, “We talked about the fight on September 14, at Sphere, I told him yes, they said yes and we were all happy and that’s kind of in the works… yeah name ), but I can’t say because it’s still possible and I hope so.”
A Suspended Tsarukyan is the Future
Arman Tsarukyan, the reigning challenger for the No. 1 title in the lightweight division, has faced challenges outside the Octagon. After an altercation with a fan during his UFC 300 walkthrough, he was fined by the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) and suspended for nine months but if he participates in PSA It an NSAC sanctioned fight torture reducing Tsarukyan’s suspension to six months is possible, having agreed to be Tsarukyan eager to get a title shot against Islam Makhachev, at Red Corner MMA. I don’t know if (Islam) was told that but I was told I was next in line.”
Oliveira and Ortega: A Logical Win
Given Tsarukyan’s situation, it makes sense for the UFC to schedule a fight between Oliveira and Ortega. And another limited matchup for 155 pounds. department, this bout gives Oliveira a tough choice. Ortega’s interest in fighting at Noche UFC fits perfectly with this plan.
Colby Covington Calls out Oliveira
Now known for his outspoken personality, Colby ‘Chaos’ Covington presented Oliveira with a challenge. After losing to Leon Edwards at UFC 296 in 2023, Covington is eager to return. The possibility of Oliveira moving up to welterweight caught Covington’s attention. In an interview with Submission Radio, Covington said, “He’s one of those guys with unfounded stories, he said all these things, ‘I want big property fights, I want to go to 170.’ . . . . . . . . . . . . I’m the biggest fight you can have.”
The Bold Claims of Covington
Nothing remains for you at 155, Covington said without holding back. They are attempting to pair you up with all these other guys who are total nobodies. If the reported battle between Ortega and Oliveira turns out to be real, Covington’s challenge will surely bring further drama to Oliveira’s career decisions.
A major turning point in the careers of both fighters might occur from the highly anticipated Oliveira vs. Ortega bout at UFC 306. Fans are excited to watch these developments unfold and await formal confirmation. The future of Oliveira is very much awaited, regardless of whether he stays in the lightweight class or climbs up to welterweight to take on Covington.
