Fans of elite grappling in mixed martial arts rejoice.
In a match that is certain to please followers of MMA that appreciate a strong Brazilian jiu-jitsu clash, Demian Maia will tangle with Gunnar Nelson in a welterweight contest at UFC 194 in Las Vegas on Dec. 12. The event goes down at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
Ultimate Fighting Championship representatives made the duel official Friday morning with an announcement on its UFC Europe Twitter hub.
With 10 career submissions under his belt, Maia (21-6) has long been considered one of the game’s strongest grapplers.