UFC 335 announces Oliveira vs. Lopes BMF title fight amid Strickland pay dispute

The UFC has announced its upcoming event schedule, headlined by UFC 335 on December 12 in Las Vegas. The main event features a battle for the BMF title between Charles Oliveira and Diego Lopes.

In contrast to the scheduled bouts, middleweight champion Sean Strickland has expressed significant dissatisfaction with the organization. Citing financial disputes and inadequate pay compared to high-profile fighters like Conor McGregor, Strickland has threatened to leave the UFC. He indicated a desire to move to the light heavyweight division to fulfill his contract quickly and potentially transition to professional boxing, specifically mentioning an interest in facing Jake Paul.

Middleweight contender Nassourdine Imavov recently confronted Strickland in Las Vegas regarding his refusal to sign a contract for a potential title fight. Meanwhile, UFC star Alex Pereira addressed rumors of a boxing transition, stating he has no interest in switching disciplines as he still has seven fights remaining on his long-term UFC contract. Pereira is scheduled to face Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 335.