Charles Oliveira has never put together the type of winning streak that’s put him in serious title contention, but he appreciates the loyalty that UFC officials have shown him anyway. During a 10-fight UFC career, the 24-year-old has collected six fight-night bonuses worth a$295,000. Additionally, even after a two-fight skid, he got a main-card slot at the recent UFC Fight Night 36 event, where he submitted Andy Ogle earlier this year. Now, Oliveira (17-4 MMA, 5-4 UFC) heads to New Zealand to meet fellow featherweight Hatsu Hioki (27-7-2 MMA, 3-3 UFC) at UFC Fight Night 43. The bout takes place at Vector Arena in Auckland and streams on UFC Fight Pass. It’s another main-card slot for Oliveira
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As ‘brick wall’ awaits, Charles Oliveira appreciates UFC’s loyalty – MMA Junkie