In search of recovery, Diego Ferreira faces Gregor Gillespie on May 8th

D. Ferreira and G. Gillespie will face each other on May 8th. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Lightweight (up to 70,3kg.) Diego Ferreira already has a defined opponent to try to recover in Ultimate. In an event on May 8th, which features a fight between Cody Sandhagen and TJ Dillashaw as main attraction, the Brazilian faces Gregor Gillespie, with no location announced yet. The information was released by 'BJPenn.com'.

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At 36 years old, Diego Ferreira is coming off a split decision defeat against Beneil Dariush, UFC Las Vegas 18. The Brazilian, who occupies 12th place in the lightweight division, has a record of 17 triumphs and three setbacks in his career. Before his last performance, the fighter had six positive results in a row.

Seeking to recover from a setback against Kevin Lee in your most recent fight, Gregor Gillespie He knows he needs to win to prove his potential in the elite lightweight category (up to 70,3kg). He would face Brad Riddell No. UFC Las Vegas 22, but saw his rival test positive for COVID-19 and was forced to leave the card. In his career, there are 13 wins and one defeat in his career.

In addition to Diego Ferreira, the card also features six other Brazilians. Marcos Foot, Taila Santos, Francisco Figueredo, Nikolas Motta, Philip Lins e Amanda ribas They are also Brazilian representatives at the event.

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