New BMF Oliveira responds to McGregor, Diaz, Hooker after UFC 326

The Brazilian fighter has a new title and big wins to add to his resume.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Charles Oliveira has a new BMF title belt after defeating Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 326 in Las Vegas. The Brazilian fighter had some choice words for other notable UFC fighters like Conor McGregor, Nate Diaz, and Dan Hooker in the aftermath of his victory.

Why it matters

Oliveira's win over Holloway cements his status as one of the top fighters in the UFC. His brash callouts of other high-profile fighters like McGregor, Diaz, and Hooker show his confidence and willingness to take on all comers as the new BMF champion.

The details

In the UFC 326 main event, Oliveira defeated Holloway by unanimous decision to claim the BMF (Baddest Motherf****r) title. After the fight, Oliveira had strong words for several other notable UFC fighters, including Conor McGregor, Nate Diaz, and Dan Hooker. Oliveira said he's ready to fight any of them next and prove he's the true BMF in the UFC.

  • UFC 326 took place on March 8, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The players

Charles Oliveira

A Brazilian mixed martial artist who is the current UFC BMF champion after defeating Max Holloway at UFC 326.

Max Holloway

A Hawaiian mixed martial artist who lost to Charles Oliveira for the BMF title at UFC 326.

Conor McGregor

A famous Irish mixed martial artist who Oliveira called out after his UFC 326 victory.

Nate Diaz

An American mixed martial artist who Oliveira challenged following his BMF title win.

Dan Hooker

A New Zealand mixed martial artist who Oliveira also named as a potential future opponent.

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What they’re saying

“I'm the new BMF in town. Conor, Diaz, Hooker - you're all next. I'll fight any of you and prove I'm the real baddest motherf****r in the UFC.”

— Charles Oliveira, UFC BMF Champion (MMA Junkie)

What’s next

Oliveira's next fight is not yet scheduled, but he has called out several high-profile UFC fighters as potential opponents to defend his new BMF title.

The takeaway

Charles Oliveira's dominant win over Max Holloway to claim the BMF title cements his status as one of the top fighters in the UFC. His willingness to call out other big names shows his confidence and desire to take on all comers as the new champion.