Rafaello “Tractor” faces Takanori Gomi at Affliction 3

The Brazilian Rafaello “Tractor” will have a tough challenge in the third edition of Affliction. The Brazilian faces the Japanese beast Takanori Gomi, at the event that takes place on August 1st, in California, United States.

Rafaello has a record of eight wins and one loss and will make his first appearance at a major international event, while Takanori Gomi is looking for affirmation in American territory, after being Pride's lightweight champion and having a lackluster spell at Sengoku. The “Fireball Kid” is coming off a victory over Takashi Nakakura Shooto Japan. Check out the complete Affliction 3 card so far:

Main Card
Fedor Emelianenko vs. Josh Barnett
Renato “Babalu” Sobral vs. Gegard Mousasi
Vitor belfort vs. Jorge Santiago
Gilbert Yvel vs. Paul Buentello
Takanori Gomi vs. Rafaello “Tractor” Oliveira

Preliminary Card:
Jay Hieron vs. Paul Daley
Chris Horodecki vs. Dan Lauzon
Ben Rothwell vs. Chase Gormley
LC Davis vs. Javier Vazquez

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