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Oliveira vs. Lopes

UFC 335

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2026 · 10:00 PMT-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, USAFight Card Coming Soon

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  • Saturday, December 12, 2026 · 10:00 PM
  • T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, USA
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UFC 335: Oliveira vs. Lopes — Event Preview

UFC 335: Oliveira vs. Lopes takes place Saturday, December 12, 2026, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event is headlined by an all-Brazilian showdown between Charles Oliveira and Diego Lopes for the BMF championship. The matchup brings together two fighters known for their aggressive approaches, dangerous finishing abilities, and willingness to engage in exciting exchanges. Oliveira, a former UFC lightweight champion, has established himself as one of the sport's most accomplished submission specialists. His offensive Brazilian jiu-jitsu, forward pressure, and ability to capitalize on openings make him a threat wherever the fight takes place. Lopes has developed a reputation for his explosive offense, dangerous submissions, and willingness to pursue finishes. His aggressive approach creates an intriguing matchup against a veteran who has spent years competing against elite opposition. The event also features a heavyweight matchup between Alex Pereira and Sergei Pavlovich, adding another compelling contest to an already intriguing card. With high-profile fighters, potential finishes, and major stakes, UFC 335 offers plenty of opportunities for MMA fans to test their predictions. On Rivalry Road, fans can predict the winner, method of victory, and round for each fight. Earn points for correct picks, climb the leaderboard, and compete against other UFC fans. Free to play at rivalryroad.com.

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Main Event Breakdown

Charles Oliveira vs. Diego Lopes — BMF Championship Breakdown

Charles Oliveira vs. Diego Lopes is the kind of matchup that immediately captures the attention of MMA fans.

Both fighters are dangerous finishers with strong Brazilian jiu-jitsu backgrounds, aggressive offensive instincts, and the ability to create sudden momentum shifts.

Oliveira brings extensive experience against elite UFC competition. His ability to attack submissions during scrambles, capitalize on positional mistakes, and pressure opponents has made him one of the most dangerous offensive fighters in MMA.

Lopes presents a fascinating challenge because he is also comfortable taking risks in pursuit of a finish.

Rather than approaching grappling exchanges cautiously, Lopes has demonstrated a willingness to attack aggressively and create opportunities from unpredictable positions.

That raises an interesting question: what happens when two fighters who thrive in dangerous exchanges meet in the same Octagon?

The striking could prove just as important as the grappling.

Both competitors have shown a willingness to engage on the feet, and the ability to remain defensively responsible while attacking may be critical.

For Oliveira, experience and composure could be important advantages. For Lopes, pace, explosiveness, and the ability to create unexpected openings may be essential.

With the BMF championship at stake, this matchup has the potential to deliver an entertaining contest between two aggressive Brazilian fighters.

Who will control the exchanges, and who will capitalize when an opening appears?

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Editorial updated October 26, 2026

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