With no options, Anderson may have to face St. Preux at UFC 212

Anderson has few options for UFC 212 (Photo: UFC)

No opponent for UFC 212 since Kelvin Gastelum was caught in an anti-doping test, Anderson Silva may have to face a light heavyweight athlete to remain in the event, which marks his first fight in Brazil since 2012. According to the Combate channel website, Ovince St Preux, former challenger for the interim title at 93 kg., could be Spider's next opponent at a catchweight of 88 kg.

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OSP was not the UFC's first option, which tried to marry Spider with Yoel romero e Luke Rockhold, options discarded by the Brazilian. Mauritius Shogun Another name was explored, but he said it would not be ready for June 3rd.

The Haitian beat the Brazilian last weekend Marcos Foot No. UFC Nashville and, as he wasn't injured during the fight, he remained Ultimate's option to replace Gastelum. He had already been interviewed before and was in favor of facing Anderson, but he didn't want to leave the duel with Pezão as his training was already completed. After the victory, St. Preux made an enigmatic request to Dana White, president of Ultimate.

“I have to say something: Dana White, send me the contract, you know what I'm talking about. Show me the money!” shouted OSP last weekend.

Another option for Anderson's next fight, according to the website, is Anderson himself. Kelvin Gastelum, but in July, at UFC 213 or in the final of TUF 25. This is because, if the North American admits to using marijuana, his sentence could last three months, which would allow him to be included in a July event.