Unfortunately for Oliveira, the fight was booked at bantamweight.
The bout will continue as scheduled, with the Brazilian coughing up 50 percent of his purse for the infraction, payable to Lacerda. In addition, Oliveira cannot weight more than 155 pounds on fight night, according to the latest update from Guilherme Cruz.
Why even bother with weight classes?
For complete UFC Rio weigh ins results and video click here.
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To check out the latest and greatest UFC Rio news and notes be sure to hit up our comprehensive event archive here. For the updated and finalized “Oliveira vs. Gamrot” fight card and ESPN+ lineup click here.
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