After a successful UFC debut, Gilbert Burns (8-0 MMA, 1-0 UFC) is dropping a weight class to meet promotional newcomer and lightweight Christos Giagos (10-2 MMA, 0-0 UFC) at UFC 179 in Brazil. UFC officials today announced the bout. UFC 179 takes place Oct. 25 at Rio de Janeiro’s Maracanazinho Gymnasium. The main card airs on pay-per-view following prelims on FOX Sports 1 and UFC Fight Pass.
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Gilbert Burns vs. Christos Giagos slated for UFC 179 in Brazil – MMA Junkie