Charles Oliveira Issues First Statement After Suffering Brutal Knockout Loss to Ilia Topuria at UFC 317

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Preview Charles Oliveira Issues First Statement After Suffering Brutal Knockout Loss to Ilia Topuria at UFC 317

Charles Oliveira certainly did not achieve the outcome he desired.

At UFC 317, with the vacant lightweight championship on the line, Oliveira experienced a stunning first-round knockout defeat. Ilia Topuria landed a devastating right hook, followed by a left hand, that sent the Brazilian crashing violently to the canvas.

This marked the first time Oliveira had been finished by knockout in nearly eight years; Paul Felder had previously stopped him with elbows back in 2017. Following the event, Oliveira shared a concise statement on social media addressing his loss to Topuria.

On Instagram, Oliveira commented, “It didn`t go as planned, but I am alright. I just want to express my gratitude to everyone for their support and amazing energy. God bless you all.”

While the bout concluded before the three-minute mark, Oliveira started aggressively, immediately testing Topuria. He briefly managed to get the fight to the ground, but this success was temporary. Oliveira attempted a submission, but Topuria skillfully defended, avoiding being caught.

Once the fight returned to a standing position, Topuria`s striking and power proved overwhelming for the Brazilian.

Topuria`s lead jab was consistently effective. More significantly, after gauging Oliveira`s timing and range as the taller fighter, he patiently waited for the opportune moment to deliver the fight-ending strikes.

That moment arrived during another intense exchange. Topuria unleashed a fierce right hook that snapped Oliveira`s head, causing him to lose consciousness almost instantly. Before Oliveira even hit the mat, Topuria landed a finishing left hand for good measure.

Oliveira was unconscious before he fell to the canvas. Referee Marc Goddard promptly stepped in to stop the fight at 2:27 of the opening round.

Although it was undeniably not the result he aimed for, Oliveira remains a formidable presence near the top of the lightweight rankings. He is expected to face another significant opponent once he has healed, recovered, and is prepared to compete again.

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