The manual of UFC announced a duel on the average a weight between the ex-champion of Strikeforce Luke Rokhold (10-2) and Konstantinos Philippe (12-3).
Luke Rokhold conceded in the last fight by a knockout to Vitor Belfort (23-10), but before carried a series from 9 victories and transferred in UFC in the status of the champion of Strikeforce. Appearing in Strikeforce, Rokhold wrote in the record of a victory over present fighters of UFC Ronaldo Sousa (18-3) and Tim Kennedy (16-4).
8 of 10 duels benefited by Rokhold ended ahead of schedule, and 6 of them - with delivery of the rival.
Today to Luke Rokhold 29 years, his growth makes 190,5 cm, experience of performances in the prof. of MMA - 5 years.
Konstantinos Philippe in last fight couldn't oppose anything to Francis Karmonta (22-7) and lost the decision. This defeat interrupted a safe series from 5 fights in a record to Philippe, among which - victories over Tim Botchem (17-6) and Curt McGee (16-3).
7 of 12 duels benefited to Philippe ended ahead of schedule, and 6 of them - with a knockout.
Today to Konstantinos Philippe 33 years, his growth makes 180,5 cm, experience of performances in the prof. of MMA - 5,5 years.
This fight will head the UFC Fight Night 35 tournament which is scheduled on January 15.
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