Raphael Bebezão's rival is injured and replaced by Tanner Boser at UFC Ilha da Luta 3

R. Bebezão (right) faces T. Boser (left) in the UFC Fight Island 3. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Last minute change. One of the Brazilian representatives of the UFC Fight Island 3, Raphael Bebezão his opponent changed just over a week before his appointment, on July 25, in Abu Dhabi. The heavyweight (up to 120,2kg.) would face justin tafa, who was injured, and will be replaced by Tanner Boser. The information was released by 'MMA Junkie' and confirmed by Raphael on his social networks.

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“Change of opponent, but the objective remains the same”, published 'Bebezão'.

Although the opponent is different, the Brazilian continues to face a rival known for his knockout power. Boser recently performed for Ultimate, when he brutalized Philip Lins No. UFC Las Vegas 4, at the end of June.

This will be Raphael's third commitment as an Ultimate athlete. Having premiered in August last year, 'Bebezão', today, has one victory, one defeat and seeks to achieve the second positive result in a row.

At 31 years old, the Brazilian has 11 appearances as a professional in MMA, with 10 triumphs and just one setback.

Tanner, 28, has 25 fights, with 18 positive results, six defeats and one draw.

 

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Change of opponent, but the objective remains the same!! GUEEEEERRA 💥🏝️

A publication shared by Raphael “Bebezão” Pessoa (@raphaelpessoamma) on Jul 15, 2020 at 3:22 pm PDT