Former UFC fighter Thiago Marreta battles against another Brazilian in a R$2,6 million bare-knuckle MMA tournament.

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Thiago Marreta He is yet another veteran who will grace the heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg) tournament promoted by 'Gamebred FC', a bare-knuckle MMA organization. Jorge masvidalIn his debut with the company, the former UFC light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) title challenger will face fellow Brazilian Guto Inocente on April 10th in the Dominican Republic.

The fight was announced by the company itself last Wednesday (25). In fact, Marreta replaces Mohammed Usman, brother of Kamaru Usman, who was caught doping and cut from the UFC, as he withdrew from the fight for unknown reasons. Therefore, the veteran becomes another name known to the general public in the Grand Prix composed of 16 professionals, which will award the champion $500 (approximately R$ 2,6 million at the current exchange rate).

Currently, the athlete is going through a rough patch in his career, with a streak of four losses and one no contest. His last victory was in 2021. Nevertheless, Marreta remains highly regarded and is seen by many as one of the favorites to win the tournament.

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Confirmed fights in the tournament

Anthony Smith x Chase sherman

Thiago Marreta Innocent Guto

Alexander Romanov Nikolay Kovalenko

Bruno Cappelozza x Todd Duffee

Hammer Fighters in MMA

Thiago Marreta, 42, is a veteran of MMA who came close to winning. Jon Jones and consequently, almost dethroned him in the UFC light heavyweight division. The Brazilian began his MMA career in 2010 and built a record of 22 wins, 15 by knockout, 13 losses and one 'no contest' (no result). His main victories were against Anthony Smith, Jack hermansson, Jan Blachowicz, Johnny Walker e Kevin holland.

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