Charles Oliveira
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About
Mixed martial artist whose profile has risen while competing in the lightweight division. He made his UFC debut at an August 2010 taping of UFC Live, where he was awarded the submission of the night for his victory over Darren Elkins. He has won over 30 matches throughout his professional career.
Before Fame
He began training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu at age 12. He would later make his professional MMA debut in Brazil in 2008.
Trivia
He won submission of the night during his second UFC fight in a victory against Efrain Escudero. He was part of the fight of the night during his UFC 162 match against Frankie Edgar.
Family Life
He was originally born and raised in Guarujá, Sao Paulo, Brazil. He has a daughter named Tayla with Talita Roberta. He has two pet dogs.
Associated With
He was awarded performance of the night in April 2017 following his victory against Will Brooks at UFC 210.
