UFC newcomer Todd Brown replaces Thiago Silva at UFC 117, meets Tim Boetsch

UFC newcomer Todd “Bulldog” Brown has replaced injured Thiago Silva and now meets Tim Boetsch at UFC 117.

Earlier today MMAjunkie.com reported that a back injury had forced Silva off the upcoming card.

In his place steps Brown, who according to agent Ken Pavia of MMAAgents.com, recently finalized a four-fight deal with the promotion.