Renato Moicano chooses his favorite between Charles do Bronx and Diego Lopes at UFC 335.

Diego Lopes in victory at UFC Casa Branca . Photo: Reproduction/Instagram.

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Last Saturday night, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) announced Charles Oliveira 's next challenge for the BMF belt . The São Paulo native will face Diego Lopes in an all-Brazilian duel, scheduled for UFC 335 on December 12th in Las Vegas (USA). The fight pits two of the biggest names in Brazilian MMA today against each other.

In a video published on his YouTube channel and made available this Sunday (4), Moicano analyzed the duel and pointed out who he believes will come out on top. For the lightweight (up to 70,3 kg), despite highlighting positive points of both Brazilians, the fighter did not sit on the fence and chose his favorite for the confrontation.

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“It’s a very tough fight. I know Diego has a chance, but I’m going with Charles. Several times I thought Charles was going to lose the fight, but he ended up winning. Charles is a guy you can’t count on outside of the fight; he always has a chance to win. Diego Lopes is like a Charles, same characteristics: aggressive, good at Jiu-Jitsu, more confident on his feet than Charles, but I think that will be negated by his size. Charles will be much bigger,” said Renato Moicano.

Charles Oliveira's career in MMA.

Charles at a UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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At 36 years old, Charles is one of the biggest names in UFC history and a legend in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg). A professional since 2008, the Brazilian has a record of 37 wins, 11 losses, and one no contest, with 10 knockout victories and 22 submission wins, making him the all-time leading finisher (17) in Ultimate history. His main career achievements include victories over Dustin Poirier , Justin Gaethje , Michael Chandler , Beneil Dariush , and Max Holloway.

Diego's career in MMA

Diego Lopes makes weight and confirms fight in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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At 31 years old, Diego Lopes is considered one of the top names in the UFC featherweight division (up to 65,8 kg). A professional since 2012, the Manaus native has a record of 28 wins and eight losses, with 12 wins by knockout and 12 by submission. His most notable career achievements include victories over names like Jean Silva , Brian Ortega , Steve Garcia, and Dan Ige.

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