Cristiano Marcello vs. Reza Madadi added to UFC 153 in Brazil

“The Ultimate Fighter 15” cast member Cristiano Marcello will fight in his home country and meet fellow lightweight Reza Madadi at UFC 153.

UFC officials today announced the matchup.

As MMAjunkie.com first reported, UFC 153 is expected to take place Oct. 13 at HSBC Arena in Rio de Janeiro. UFC featherweight champ Jose Aldo and Erik Koch headline.