Challenged by Jean Silva, Bryce Mitchell announces he is close to closing a 'big fight' in the UFC

Bryce mitchell e Jean Silva want to face each other in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Montage SUPER LUTAS

Previously scheduled to perform at a grappling event, Bryce mitchell shows that, coincidentally, their plans changed after a challenge made by Jean Silva. On Monday afternoon (24) the fighter revealed that he had canceled a previously scheduled event, to prepare for a 'big fight' that is coming up in the UFC.

“I want to let everyone know that I am out of my grappling match on Friday (February 28). This is the first time I am announcing this, Karate Combat didn’t even know about it yet (…) the reason, the big news is that I have a big fight coming up, I don’t know the exact details of the fight, but I am telling you: something is coming. Please be patient with me, I am being patient and I want to fight too. I can’t wait for this fight,” Mitchell declared on his Instagram.

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Known for controversial statements, Bryce has been challenged by Jean Silva after Brazilian wins in UFC Seattle. In an exchange of barbs on social media, the fighters indicated mutual interest in making the fight happen.

Jean Silva in victory in UFC Seattle (Photo: Instagram/UFC)

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In addition to the athletes, Dana White stated in a post-event press conference that the organization has a great interest in scheduling a Brazilian against an American. Despite his statement, the president avoided indicating dates for the fight.