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#4. Charles Oliveira is a well-rounded fighter
Charles Oliveira's grappling skills are undoubtedly one of the best in the promotion, but his striking has improved significantly as well.
'Do Bronx' has been precise with his combinations and mixes them well with his grappling. Though not the most potent striker in the 155lbs division, the UFC lightweight champion has enough firepower to cause an upset.
Oliveira proved this during his title fight against Michael Chandler at UFC 262. Despite being pounded by 'Iron' in the first round, he came back from behind to knock Chandler out with a crisp, short, left-hook.
Justin Gaethje, meanwhile, is a wrestler-turned-striker who relies heavily on striking, which could arguably make it predictable and more effortless for Charles Oliveira to play his cards well.
Although 'The Highlight' has the advantage standing, the Brazilian's longer reach could make it difficult to close the distance during the fight.
#3. Charles Oliveira's BJJ skills
Charles Oliveira is one of the best fighters in the UFC when it comes to ground fighting. The 32-year-old is an elite-level Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioner and has 15 wins via submissions to his name - the most by any fighter in the UFC.
Additionally, with 18 finishes, 'Do Bronx' also holds the record for the most in the promotion. He poses a threat on the ground and from a standing position, which was evident during his last title defense against Dustin Poirier.
Despite being outstruck by Poirier in the first round, Oliveira had the presence of mind to lock him into a rear-naked chokehold in the third round, and he did all that while still being on his feet. 'Do Bronx' latched on to Poirier's back and slipped his arms under his chin. It was only seconds before it became too much for 'The Diamond' and he tapped out.
