A flyweight matchup between perennial contender Joseph Benavidez (18-3 MMA, 5-1 UFC) and Brazilian submission ace Jussier Formiga (15-2 MMA, 1-1 UFC) is reportedly the first bout set for September’s UFC on FOX Sports 1 3 event. The booking of top-10 contestants was today reported by Brazilian outlet Globo.com , though UFC officials have yet to make an announcement. UFC on FOX Sports 1 3 takes place Sept. 4 in Brazil. UFC officials have yet to announce a venue for the card, but Globo.com reports that Belo Horizonte, which hosted UFC 147, and Porto Alegre are currently the leading candidates to serve as host city.
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Report: Joseph Benavidez vs. Jussier Formiga targeted for UFC on FOX Sports 1 3 – MMA Junkie