Former champion Rashad Evans returns to the octagon after almost two years against Ryan Bader

Rashad (left) and Bader (right) are, respectively, fifth and third in the ranking. Photo: SUPER FIGHTS Production (Josh Hedges/UFC)

Almost two years after his last appearance in the octagon, in the triumph over Chael Sonnen in the co-main event of UFC 167 in November 2013, former light heavyweight champion Rashad evans He already has a date set to return to action. Evans will face Ryan bader at UFC 192, on October 3, in Dallas (USA).

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The information about the fight, which had already been speculated, even by the two athletes, was confirmed by UFC president Dana White, in this Wednesday's edition (08) of “UFC Tonight”, the organization's official newspaper on North American TV. American.

At 35, Rashad evans has a professional record of 19 wins, three losses and one draw. The “Blackzilians” athlete was champion of the second season of the reality show The Ultimate Fighter and won the light heavyweight belt in 2008 with a victory over Forrest griffin. Rashad comes from two consecutive victories, over Chael Sonnen e Dan Henderson.

Yes, Ryan bader, 32 years old, has a record of 19 wins and four losses. “Darth Bader”, as he is known, comes from four consecutive victories, over Anthony Perosh, Rafael Feijão, Ovince St Preux e Phil Davis.