The main event saw Islam Makhachev finally reach the summit of the lightweight division. Facing Charles "Do Bronx" Oliveira—the man with the most finishes in UFC history—Makhachev displayed total dominance.
defeated Mateusz Gamrot via unanimous decision, proving he is a perennial elite contender.
UFC 280: Oliveira vs. Makhachev remains one of the most significant events in mixed martial arts history. Held on October 22, 2022, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, this card delivered on every promise of high-level technique and high-stakes drama. The Coronation of Islam Makhachev
: A three-round war that saw both men hurt and wobbled.