UFC 326: Holloway vs Oliveira 2 – Live Results & Highlights | Paramount+
LAS VEGAS, NV – , marks a significant night for the Ultimate Fighting Championship as UFC 326 unfolds at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada. Headlining the event is a highly anticipated rematch between former UFC Featherweight Champion Max Holloway and former UFC Lightweight Champion Charles Oliveira, a contest billed as a battle for the symbolic “BMF” (baddest motherfucker) title.
The event is particularly noteworthy as it represents the first official UFC broadcast on CBS following the commencement of the new media rights agreement with Paramount Skydance in January. CBS will partially air the card, showcasing the final hour of the prelims and the first hour of the main card, with the remainder of the main card, including the Holloway-Oliveira showdown, being streamed exclusively on Paramount+.
This rematch carries considerable weight, revisiting a prior encounter between Holloway and Oliveira that took place in August 2015 at UFC Fight Night: Holloway vs. Oliveira. In that initial bout, Holloway secured a first-round technical knockout victory over Oliveira, a result stemming from an apparent neck and shoulder injury sustained by Oliveira during a takedown attempt, forcing him to concede the fight.
Beyond the main event, UFC 326 features a compelling undercard. Caio Borralho is set to face Reinier de Ridder in a middleweight bout, whereas Rob Font will clash with Raul Rosas Jr. In a bantamweight contest. The card also includes a lightweight matchup between Drew Dober and Michael Johnson and a middleweight fight pitting Gregory Rodrigues against Brunno Ferreira. Further down the lineup, Cody Garbrandt will compete against Xiao Long in a bantamweight bout, Donte Johnson will take on Cody Brundage in the middleweight division, and Ricky Turcios will face Alberto Montes in a featherweight contest.
The event’s schedule is structured to provide a full evening of mixed martial arts action. The early prelims are scheduled to initiate at , followed by the prelims at , and culminating in the main card at . Fans can access the entire event through a live stream on Paramount+.
The Holloway vs. Oliveira 2 fight is particularly intriguing given the evolution of both fighters since their first meeting. Holloway has solidified his position as one of the most dominant featherweights in UFC history, known for his relentless striking and exceptional cardio. Oliveira, meanwhile, has experienced a resurgence in his career, becoming a formidable force in the lightweight division and capturing the UFC Lightweight Championship before ultimately relinquishing it.
The stakes are high for both athletes. For Holloway, defending the “BMF” title represents an opportunity to further cement his legacy and demonstrate his versatility by competing at lightweight. For Oliveira, a victory over Holloway would serve as a significant statement, potentially propelling him back into title contention in the lightweight division. The rematch offers a chance for Oliveira to avenge his previous loss and prove his growth as a fighter.
The presence of several other notable matchups on the card adds depth and excitement to UFC 326. The middleweight bout between Borralho and de Ridder promises a clash of styles, with Borralho known for his aggressive grappling and de Ridder for his well-rounded skillset. The bantamweight contest between Font and Rosas Jr. Features two rising stars looking to make a name for themselves in the division.
UFC 326 is poised to be a memorable event, not only for the high-profile rematch between Holloway and Oliveira but also for the compelling undercard and the significance of being the first UFC event to be partially broadcast on CBS under the new media rights agreement. Fans can follow all the action live on Paramount+ and witness the unfolding of what promises to be a thrilling night of mixed martial arts competition.