Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje have shown their new-found respect for each other during a friendly backstage meeting after their UFC 274 clash.
Oliveira was set to defend his title in Phoenix last night but was stripped of his belt after missing weight the night before his latest outing. Gaethje still had the opportunity to claim the vacant belt at the second time of asking but was choked out by the Brazilian in an action-packed opening round.
Gaethje and Oliveira later saw each other backstage when the challenger put his thumbs up and waved at his rival in friendly respect. The Brazilian and his team acknowledged the gesture and had a group photo taken as they enjoyed the celebrations of yet another successful night for the former champion.
