Charles Oliveira sends message to Ilia Topuria ahead of UFC Freedom 250
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 6:35 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Charles Oliveira expressed his gratitude to Ilia Topuria ahead of UFC Freedom 250. Topuria is set to face Justin Gaethje in a significant lightweight match. Topuria had previously praised Oliveira's performance against Max Holloway, which Oliveira acknowledged with a message of respect and competitive intent. Oliveira is vying for another shot at the lightweight title, with competing interests from Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan.
- •Oliveira congratulated Topuria on a recent praise
- •Topuria faces Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250
- •Oliveira aims to reclaim the lightweight title
- •Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan are contenders
- •Competitive tension remains between Oliveira and Topuria
- 6:35 PMYahoo Sports — Charles Oliveira sends heartfelt message to Ilia Topuria before UFC Freedom 250
"Ilia Topuria is just days away from UFC Freedom 250, where he will face Justin Gaethje in another major lightweight test. Ahead of that fight, Topuria has shown respect for Charles Oliveira, the man he beat to win the lightweight title in June 2025.
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