Charles Oliveira might have used his takedowns to neutralise the offence of Tony Ferguson, but ‘Do Bronx’ is happy to stand and trade with Michael Chandler at UFC 262, where both men will collide for the vacant lightweight title on May 16 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.
Oliveira is one of the most well-rounded fighters at 155 pounds and, although the Brazilian may have an advantage over Chandler on the ground, Oliveira is confident in his ability to catch — and finish — the former Bellator lightweight champion with a counter shot.
“If he takes me down, he will do me a favor.