Charles Oliveira’s long-awaited homecoming after five years is still on track. Originally, the Brazilian star was scheduled to face #10-ranked Rafael Fiziev at UFC Rio on October 11. But when an injury forced the Azerbaijani contender out, the promotion scrambled to find a replacement. Rumors swirled about Benoit Saint Denis and Arman Tsarukyan stepping up, but in the end, Mateusz Gamrot finally got his wish.
The Polish lightweight will now meet the former champion on less than three weeks’ notice inside the Farmasi Arena in Rio. And judging by his reaction, it’s safe to say Gamrot couldn’t be happier with the opportunity.