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Ex-BMF champ preferred different opponent for Charles Oliveira at UFC 335

Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker has criticized the UFC’s BMF (Best of) title format, calling it "tacky" and suggesting the promotion should reconsider its approach. Whittaker’s comments come amid growing speculation about the UFC 335 main event, where Diego Lopes will make his lightweight debut against reigning BMF champion Charles Oliveira in a title unification bout on December 12 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Lopes, who has primarily competed at featherweight, has expressed readiness for the challenge, though he previously indicated a preference for a different opponent before the matchup was finalized. The fight marks a significant step for Lopes, who has been granted opportunities to step up in weight class and is eager to capitalize on his next opportunity in the Octagon.

Meanwhile, the UFC 335 card also features high-profile matchups, including a heavyweight clash between Alex Pereira and Sergei Pavlovich, adding to the anticipation surrounding the event.

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