Jon Fitch vs. Erick Silva targeted for UFC 153 in Brazil

A welterweight bout between Jon Fitch and Brazilian welterweight Erick Silva is in the works for UFC 153.

Silva’s manager, Wallid Ismail, announced the fight via Twitter late Monday, though UFC officials haven’t made a formal announcement.

UFC 153 takes place Oct. 13 at HSBC Arena in Rio de Janeiro.