Heavyweight Roy Nelson says Cheick Kongo is next, bout likely for UFC 116

“The Ultimate Fighter 10” winner Roy Nelson is
working his way into the mix.

The round-bellied heavyweight on Saturday posted a message on his
official Twitter account that he expects to face burgeoning takedown
artist Cheick Kongo in his next octagon appearance.
Though not yet confirmed by the UFC, a Fighters Only report this
past week has pegged the match-up to take place at UFC 116.

UFC 116 takes place July 3 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. A
heavyweight title unification match between current champion Brock
Lesnar and interim champion Shane Carwin is expected to headline.


“The Ultimate Fighter 10” winner Roy Nelson is
working his way into the mix.

The round-bellied heavyweight on Saturday posted a message on his
official Twitter account that he expects to face burgeoning takedown
artist Cheick Kongo in his next octagon appearance.
Though not yet confirmed by the UFC, a Fighters Only report this
past week has pegged the match-up to take place at UFC 116.

UFC 116 takes place July 3 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. A
heavyweight title unification match between current champion Brock
Lesnar and interim champion Shane Carwin is expected to headline.