Charles Oliveira warns Makhachev team about Machado Garry’s danger

Charles Oliveira flags Machado Garry as a real problem for Makhachev

Charles Oliveira has tipped Machado Garry as a serious danger to Islam Makhachev ahead of their UFC 309 clash on 27 September in Las Vegas.

The former UFC lightweight king pinpointed Garry’s striking volume and wrestling acumen as the key reasons Makhachev must respect the danger posed by the Brazilian contender. Oliveira’s comments arrive as Makhachev eyes a move up to 205 lbs after dominating at 170 lbs.

What did Oliveira say?

Oliveira told reporters on 18 July that Garry’s pace and power make him a unique threat inside the cage. “Machado brings a lot of volume and he’s strong,” Oliveira said. “He’s not just another name on the card-he can hurt you if you’re not careful.”

The Brazilian also stressed Garry’s recent finishes, noting the contender’s last three bouts ended inside the first round. Oliveira’s warning carries weight given his own 2021-2023 run as UFC lightweight champion, where he defended the belt a record 10 times.

Why it matters for Charles Oliveira

Oliveira’s take puts extra pressure on Makhachev’s camp to game-plan for Garry’s aggressive style. The Dagestani’s camp has already highlighted Garry as a tough early test in the move up to light heavyweight.

The fight shapes as a potential stepping-stone for Makhachev toward a future trilogy with Alex Pereira at 205 lbs. Oliveira’s words add another layer of intrigue to a card already stacked with title implications.

What comes next?

Makhachev vs. Garry is set for the co-main event on a UFC 309 card headlined by Pereira vs. Jan Blachowicz. The pay-per-view takes place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Oliveira, now 37, remains active on commentary and social platforms, often weighing in on rising contenders. His latest remarks underscore the razor-thin margins at the top of the UFC’s light-heavyweight division.