A matchup between Santos and fourth-ranked light heavyweight contender Jan Blachowicz has been scheduled for Feb. 23 as the main event of the UFC’s inaugural visit to Prague, Czech Republic. The promotion announced the booking Friday afternoon.
Santos (20-6) is a perfect 2-0 with stoppage victories over Eryk Anders and Jimi Manuwa since moving up to light heavyweight following an extended run as a top-10 UFC middleweight contender. The 34-year-old Brazilian earned post-fight bonuses for both performances, and his recent UFC 231 victory over Manuwa will likely be on the shortlist for Fight of the Year when 2018’s year-end lists begin to trickle out.