Charles Oliveira had his Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt rank promoted ahead of the biggest fight of his MMA career. Oliveira (30-8 MMA, 18-8 UFC), who meets Michael Chandler for the vacant lightweight title at UFC 262 on May 15, received a third degree on his Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt by his instructors Jorge “Macaco” Patino and Carlos Tavela. The Brazilian grappling ace took to Twitter to announce the news. “Hey! Quick update here… 2day I got my 3rd degree. Yeah, I was promoted, by legend Jorge “Macaco” Patino, and prof.
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