Borrachinha reports 'drama' in the weight cut and fight against Vettori could happen in another category

P. Borrachinha must face M. Vettori in the UFC Las Vegas 41. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram ufc_brasil

The long-awaited duel between Paulo borrachinha e Marvin vettori, planned for the UFC Las Vegas 41 next Saturday (23), will not happen in the middleweight division (up to 83,9kg.). Speaking to the press at 'media day', the Brazilian confirmed that he is heavier and the fight could be held in the light heavyweight division (up to 93kg.) or at combined weight.

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“My weight is now 96kg. I don't know what will happen now, but reaching 83,9kg is no longer on the schedule. It's another weight. We don't know which one yet, but I think the fight will happen. It just won't happen if he doesn't want to fight me. Maybe we can fight at a combined weight (88,4kg), or I think we can do it at light heavyweight (up to 93kg). It could be more exciting for fans with a more explosive fight. With two heavy guys, this knockout can happen easily”, said Borrachinha.

The information that the Brazilian was having problems cutting weight was given by himself. Marvin vettori. The Italian even stated that he wants the clash to get off the ground and admitted that he could move up a category to face him.

Paulo, aged 30, has been a professional since 2012 and has a record of 13 positive results and one negative result. At 27 years old, Marvin has a career record of 17 wins, five losses and one draw.