Fabricio Werdum and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira are free from their coaching obligations on TUF: Brazil 2 and will meet Saturday in the UFC on Fuel TV 10 main event.
Undefeated since returning to the Octagon after a stint with Strikeforce, Werdum has become one of the top contenders in the heavyweight division. Standing between Werdum and a potential title shot, Nogueira has been alternating wins and losses over the past several years of his career to remain relevant among top heavyweights.
Saturday’s event will also feature the finals of the TUF: Brazil 2 welterweight tournament. Santiago Ponzinibbio had earned a spot in that bout, but he has been replaced by semifinal opponent Leonardo Santos, who will meet William Macario for the TUF crown.
Additionally, Strikeforce veterans Rafael Cavalcante and Jason High will make their UFC debuts in respective bouts with Thiago Silva and Erick Silva.
UFC on Fuel TV 10 will take place at the Paulo Sarasate Arena in Fortaleza, Brazil. On Friday, the fighters will hit the scales at 3 p.m. ET. Video of the weigh-ins will be streamed live on the video player above.
After the weigh-ins, stay tuned to Bleacher Report for all the latest on UFC on Fuel TV 10 and the rest of your MMA needs.
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