Charles Oliveira's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Charles Oliveira.

Charles Oliveira is a Brazilian mixed martial artist, a fourth-degree black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and a former UFC Lightweight Champion. As of April 2024, he holds the #2 ranking in the UFC lightweight division and is ranked #14 in the UFC men's pound-for-pound list. He competes in the Lightweight division of the UFC. He's known for his grappling skills and exciting fighting style within the sport.

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2004: São Paulo Championship Win

In 2004, Oliveira won the São Paulo championship for the second time.

2005: Copa Nação Jiu-Jitsu Win

In 2005, Oliveira won the Copa Nação Jiu-Jitsu.

2006: 16 Medals

In 2006, Oliveira won a total of 16 medals.

2007: CBJJE World Champion

In 2007, Oliveira became a two-time CBJJE World Champion as a blue belt.

March 2008: Professional Debut at Predator FC 9

In March 2008, Oliveira made his professional debut at Predator FC 9, winning the "Welterweight Grand Prix" tournament by defeating Jackson Pontes, Viscardi Andrade and Diego Braga in one night.

2008: CBJJE Achievements

In 2008, Oliveira won silver at the CBJJE World Championship as a purple belt and became the CBJJE South American Champion.

January 2010: Sherdog Ranking

In January 2010, Oliveira was named the third-best Brazilian prospect to watch in 2010, according to Sherdog.

2010: Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

In 2010, Oliveira was awarded his black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu under Ericson Cardoso and Jorge "Macaco" Patino.

September 22, 2018: Fight against Christos Giagos at UFC Fight Night 137

On September 22, 2018, Oliveira faced Christos Giagos at UFC Fight Night 137, winning via submission in the second round. This win gave Oliveira the most submission wins (11) in UFC history, earning him a Performance of the Night award.

December 15, 2018: Fight against Jim Miller at UFC on Fox 31

On December 15, 2018, Oliveira faced Jim Miller in a rematch at UFC on Fox 31, winning via rear-naked choke submission in the first round. This earned him a seventh Performance of the Night award and extended his record for most submissions in UFC History to 12.

February 2, 2019: Fight against David Teymur at UFC Fight Night 144

On February 2, 2019, Oliveira faced David Teymur at UFC Fight Night 144, winning in the second round via anaconda choke. This extended the UFC record for most submission wins to thirteen. This win earned him the Performance of the Night award.

May 18, 2019: Oliveira vs. Lentz Trilogy Fight

On May 18, 2019, Charles Oliveira faced Nik Lentz in a trilogy fight at UFC Fight Night 152. Oliveira won the fight via TKO in the second round.

November 16, 2019: Oliveira vs. Gordon at UFC Fight Night 164

On November 16, 2019, Charles Oliveira faced Jared Gordon at UFC Fight Night 164, replacing Leonardo Santos. Oliveira won the fight by knockout in the first round, earning him the Performance of the Night award.

March 14, 2020: Oliveira vs. Lee at UFC Fight Night 170

On March 14, 2020, Charles Oliveira faced Kevin Lee at UFC Fight Night 170. Lee missed weight, and Oliveira won the fight via submission with a guillotine choke in the third round. This earned Oliveira the Performance of the Night award, extending his UFC record for most submission wins to 14.

December 12, 2020: Oliveira vs. Ferguson at UFC 256

On December 12, 2020, Charles Oliveira faced Tony Ferguson at UFC 256. Oliveira won the fight via unanimous decision, marking his first win by decision since 2014.

May 15, 2021: Oliveira Wins UFC Lightweight Championship

On May 15, 2021, Charles Oliveira faced Michael Chandler for the vacant UFC Lightweight Championship at UFC 262. Oliveira won the fight via technical knockout in the second round, claiming the title and breaking the record for most finishes in UFC history. He also earned the Performance of the Night bonus award.

December 11, 2021: Oliveira's First Title Defense

On December 11, 2021, Charles Oliveira made his first title defense against Dustin Poirier at UFC 269. He won by submitting Poirier with a standing rear-naked choke, earning his twelfth Performance of the Night bonus award and setting a new company record.

May 6, 2023: Oliveira Defeats Dariush at UFC 289

On May 6, 2023, Charles Oliveira was originally scheduled to face Beneil Dariush at UFC 288 but was postponed due to injury to UFC 289. He won the bout via technical knockout in the first round, finishing Dariush with ground and pound. The win also earned Oliveira his thirteenth Performance of the Night bonus award.

November 16, 2024: Oliveira vs. Chandler Rematch at UFC 309

On November 16, 2024, Charles Oliveira faced Michael Chandler in a rematch at UFC 309. He won the fight by unanimous decision, earning him another Fight of the Night award.