"Charles took advantage of the engagement, picking up Holloway and slamming him to the canvas into top control. Now in his comfort zone, Oliveira began working on the mat, landing short strikes while passing Holloway's guard. Max, attempting to build back up, gave his back to the Brazilian where it was nearly lights out for 'Blessed.' Charles locked in his first submission attempt, then another, followed by a neck crank, but Holloway defended them all."
"Back to the action in round two, Holloway opened on the feet with his quick jab, trying to regain momentum from the first. The success was short-lived, however, as Oliveira shot a well-timed takedown on an off-balance Holloway, driving him into the cage and quickly taking his back with little defense from 'Blessed.' Another rear-naked choke was attempted but quickly abandoned."
Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira faced off at UFC 326, with Holloway defending his BMF title. Their first meeting over a decade prior in 2015 held little relevance due to Oliveira's early injury. Oliveira controlled the fight through superior grappling, landing hard low kicks before transitioning to takedowns in both rounds. Holloway responded with quick jabs and clinch work but found himself repeatedly on his back against the decorated Brazilian. Oliveira executed multiple submission attempts including rear-naked chokes and neck cranks, which Holloway successfully defended. Despite being dominated on the mat, Holloway maintained composure and avoided finishing techniques.
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