The former kickboxing standout is scheduled to meet Luis Henrique da Silva in a light heavyweight bout at UFC Fight Night 116 in Japan. UFC officials confirmed the news Friday.
Saki signed with the organization two months ago. He only has one mixed martial arts fight to his name — a TKO loss in July 2004, just over 13 years ago. Since that short stint in the cage, Saki has made a name for himself in kickboxing, particularly under the GLORY banner. Boasting a record of 83-16 in the ring, “The Rebel” is a former GLORY light heavyweight champion and tournament winner.