After overcoming Miesha Tate, Ketlen Vieira has a fight lined up against another former UFC champion

Pupil of Dedé Pederneiras, Brazilian will face off against Holly Holm, in an event confirmed for May 21st

K. Vieira (right) defeated M. Tate (left) in the UFC Las Vegas 43. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Brazilian promise in the UFC bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg.), Ketlen Scallop already know what their first challenge will be in the 2022 season. Victorious in the confrontation against Miesha Tate, in November 2021, Manauara will measure forces with Holly holm, on a card confirmed for May 21st. This will be the second consecutive fight in which the Tupiniquim faces a former champion of the company. The information was released by reporter Ariel Helwani.

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Current number five in the ranking led by Julianna Pena, Ketlen will have the opportunity to advance further in the division. To do so, the fighter will need to nullify the excellent boxing of Holm, who, although he didn't play last season, has a good track record in the organization.

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Recovered from subsequent injuries, Holly will have her first fight in October 2020. In a prominent position in bantamweight, the former group champion is number two in the category, behind only Amanda nunes and the Venezuelan, who tops the list.

Professional in MMA since 2014, Vieira will reach the mark of 15 commitments in the sport. Today, the fighter has 14 victories and two defeats.

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Historical executioner of Ronda Rousey, Holly is looking to get closer to another title fight in the organization. 'Sweetheart' of the company, the North American has accumulated four clashes for the company's thrones, two for the roosters and two for the featherweight division (up to 65,7kg).

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