“He Can Try” - Charles Oliveira Sends a Message to Justin Gaethje

UFC Lightweight Champion Charles Oliveira made it clear in an interview that he is not buying Justin Gaethje's trash-talk ahead of UFC 274.

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Charles Oliveira will be defending his 155lb title against Justin Gaethje in his second title defense.

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Oliveira made it apparent that he won't let his adversary do as he pleases and will be prepared for both striking and grappling.

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"Do Bronx" also alleged Gaethje of playing mind games with him to get inside his head.

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