Gunnar Nelson and Alan Jouban face each other at UFC London, in March

A duel valid for the welterweight category will take place on March 18, in London, England

Laerte Viana

14/02/2017 | 13:31

Nelson (left) and Jouban (right) face each other in London. (PHOTO: Getty Images/ Production: SUPER FIGHTS)

Nelson (left) faces Jouban (right) in London. (PHOTO: Getty Images/ Production: SUPER FIGHTS)

the card of UFC London, which will take place on March 18th in England, won another important fight. This is a duel between Gunnar Nelson and Alan Jouban, valid in the welterweight category (up to 77kg).

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At 28 years old, Nelson hasn't fought since May 2016, when he submitted Albert Tumenov. In Ultimate since 2012, the Icelander has had eight fights in the organization, recording six wins and two losses. Jouban, 34 years old, has a record identical to that of his next opponent: with six positive results and two negative results. Currently, MMA's Cristiano Ronaldo, as he is known, is coming off three consecutive victories, the last of which over Mike Perry, last December.

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The main fight of UFC London will be between light heavyweights Jimi Manuwa and Corey anderson. The show also has two Brazilians cast: Vincent Luque and Francimar Bodão, who face Leon edwards e Darren stewartrespectively.