Vitor Miranda, who hasn’t fought since August of 2015, is set to face Marcelo Guimaraes, who last competed in June of 2014, multiple sources told MMAFighting.com. UFC 197 is scheduled for March 5 at Las Vegas’ MGM Grand Garden Arena.
Miranda (11-4), finalist of the third edition of TUF Brazil as a heavyweight, cut down to 185 pounds after the reality show and scored back-to-back knockouts over Jake Collier and Clint Hester.
Guimaraes (9-1-1), who also holds a 2-1 UFC record, made his debut as a middleweight in his last bout, defeating Andy Enz via decision.