After Islam Makhachev s knockout of Alexander Volkanovski in the main event of UFC 294, UFC CEO Dana White said Charles Oliveira is likely to be Makhachev s next fight.
UFC 294, set to take place at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, has experienced significant last-minute changes. Featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski will now face lightweight titleholder Islam Makhachev in the main event, replacing the injured Charles Oliveira. Additionally, rising star Khamzat Chimaev will go up against former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman in the co-main event.