When you’re inside the Octagon, only one thought echoes in your mind: you must defeat your opponent, no matter what. One might say that the Octagon speaks only one language—violence. Bantamweight prospect Vinicius Oliveira will finally face a Nurmagomedov, though not the Dagestani he wanted. The Brazilian hoped to trade blows with Umar, but he had to deal with Said first. Well, as he braces to clash against the Dagestani fighter, the MMA community has a simple question for him.

What languages does the Brazilian fighter speak? Well, ahead of his anticipated fight at UFC Saudi Arabia, we will reveal his vocabulary skills. So, without further ado, let’s get started.

Does Vinicius Oliveira know how to communicate in English?

Born and raised in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, Vinicius Oliveira represents his homeland everywhere. Unlike many other Brazilian fighters, Oliveira fights outside his homeland and represents the Sombra Team. With a career record of 23 victories and 3 defeats, Lok Dog is arguably one of the best new talents in the bantamweight division. However, his mettle will be tasted against Said Nurmagomedov at UFC Saudi Arabia.

So, how many languages does the fighter speak? While the exact records of his linguistic abilities are yet to be determined, it is known that he is fluent in Portuguese and possesses strong English skills. From time to time, we have observed that Vinicius Oliveira communicates even more effectively in English, and it is worth noting that he also conducts interviews at events in English.

The conclusion to the question is that Vinicius Oliveira is bilingual and can communicate in different languages. Now that we know about his linguistic abilities, let us have a look at the driving force that keeps him fighting under the UFC.

Oliveira does everything for his family

Riding a four-fight winning streak, Vinicius Oliveira is arguably one of the best new-age bantamweight fighters. According to the fighter, his ambitions extended well beyond the caged walls of the Octagon. Apart from winning multiple belts from the Dana White-led promotion, Oliveira has one specific ambition, and that is to retire everyone close to him.

While having a conversation with the media, the Brazilian fighter emphasized that he wants to have financial stability, “My plans are all financial. We live in a capitalist system. Everything requires money. I want to make my family comfortable. I want to allow my parents to retire; and my in-laws. I’ve been with them since I was 17 or 18. They helped raise me. I want to give a good life to my wife, my daughter, my coaches, and whoever is by my side.”

He further added, “My life has changed since joining the UFC. I’m more comfortable financially. I’m able to make my family comfortable. Every day when I open the refrigerator, there’s something to eat. My bills are paid. I can help those who are by my side. I feel like a king, even though I know I still have far to go.”

Vinicius Oliveira has spent a meager two years under the promotion and, despite that, he has cemented his status as a fighter who should be feared. Regardless, what’s your take on ‘Lok-Dog’s career? State your thoughts in the comments below.