Lightweight prospect John Makdessi will meet “The Ultimate Fighter 12” semifinalist Kyle Watson at UFC 129, MMAjunkie.com has learned from sources close to the event.
Verbal agreements are in place for the bout with paperwork on the way.
Makdessi was rumored to be fighting “TUF 12” winner Jonathan Brookins at the event, but for reasons unknown, the matchup did not materialize.