After a disappointing UFC Rio de Janeiro encounter, Walter Walker faces a new opponent and faces a newcomer in Abu Dhabi.

Brazilian replaces canceled fight at UFC Rio and faces Englishman just two weeks after last event

Walter Walker in victory at UFC. Photo: Reproduction.

Walter Walker in victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction.

After having his fight canceled at UFC Rio due to problems with Mohammed Usman, Walter Walker has a new fight confirmed. The Brazilian, known as 'Foot Hunter', will face the newcomer Louie Sutherland No. UFC 321, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on October 25th.

The match was announced by the Laerte Viana na Área channel and confirmed by the athletes themselves on social media. Despite having prepared for the event in Brazil, Walker accepted the challenge of facing Sutherland with less than two weeks to adapt.

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Sutherland, nicknamed 'The Vanilla Gorilla,' arrives in the UFC as the Levels Fight League heavyweight champion (up to 260 lbs.) and has previously competed in Bellator and the PFL. The Englishman boasts a 10-3 record and specializes in striking. His original bout was canceled on the eve of the Perth, Australia, bout due to issues with his previous opponent. justin tafa.

Walter Walker, in turn, stands out for his submission attacks. In his last three MMA victories, the Brazilian has achieved triumphs with the same ground technique: the heel hook, which earned him the nickname "Foot Hunter." He has vowed to "go for the sixth title" for Brazil, precisely in reference to his specialty.

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