Charles Oliveira was originally scheduled to face Islam Makhachev at UFC 294. Unfortunately, Oliveira had to withdraw from the bout due to an eye injury. As a replacement, Alexander Volkanovski stepped in to take his place. Makhachev successfully defended his lightweight title against Volkanovski, and now, he is eagerly anticipating his next fight, though his opponent remains undisclosed at this time.

Despite the prevailing uncertainty, there have been concerted efforts to disseminate news that Makhachev will soon be facing Oliveira in January. Reputable sources have reported this information; however, official announcements are yet to be made by any reliable sources.

Charles Oliveira broke the silence on his upcoming fight

The rumors were initially prompted by prominent journalist Ariel Helwani’s tweet. Helwani took to Twitter and stated that Oliveira will be headlining the January UFC event in Toronto against Islam Makhachev. Oliveira was there in the UFC Sao Paulo event and he was inquired about the happening and non happening about his rematch with Makhachev.

‘Do Bronx’ stated that it might happen in January as this was the timeline. He stated, “we just heard this from in the locker room you know people start asking us on the messages but we this is the first time we hear about it but uh that’s the timeline January maybe so who knows”.

Oliveira may have disclosed his game plan for his upcoming fights. And despite what Oliveria’s team has to say, his and Helwani’s statements presently align. Makhachev’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz, however, disagrees and believes that Makhachev will not be fighting Oliveira in January. And he has called out Helwani for this discrepancy.

Ali Abdelaziz calls out Ariel Helwani

Ali Abdelaziz disregarded Ariel Helwani’s statement on Charles Oiveira’s rematch against Islam Makhachev. Abdelaziz in a series of tweets called out Helwani’s claim and stated that people shouldn’t take information from fake sources. Abdeladiz in a tweet stated, “Fake news @MAKHACHEVMMA fighting Charles Oliveira in January.”

He added another tweet personally attacking Helwani. Abdelaziz added “Guys, please don’t listen to people who can’t even get credentials to UFC events fake news bi**h.” Abdelaziz’s words were completely against Helwani’s claim and the happenings of the match are still in doldrums.

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Despite Dana White’s claim that Charles Oliveira will be the frontrunner for the title fight. still, there’s no confirmation about Islam Makhachev’s next opponent. What’s your opinion on Islam Makhachev’s next opponent? Should it be Charles Oliveira or Justin Gaethje? Do tell us in the comments below

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