Raoni Barcelos will compete on the UFC’s final event of the month after all.
Multiple people with knowledge of the promotion’s plans confirmed to MMA Fighting that Barcelos is now expected to meet promotional newcomer Marcelo Rojo at UFC Vegas 20. Rojo replaces Raphael Assuncao who was forced to withdraw from the bout. Per sources, the fight between Barcelos and Rojo has been agreed upon at a catchweight of 140 pounds.
The event takes place Feb. 27 at the UFC APEX. Entre Rounds on Instagram was first to report the booking.