UFC 119: Ryan Bader vs. Antonio Rogerio Nogueira Expected For Indianapolis

The UFC is set to invade the Conseco Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana on Saturday, September 25 for UFC 119.

 

There had been speculation about the main and co-main event slot and who could fill them at UFC 119 and as of today, a former TUF champion will be joining the card.

 

The event got a major boost when Damon Martin of MMAWEEKLY.com first reported that former “Ultimate Fighter” winner, Ryan Bader (11-0) will make his return to action against Antonio Rogeiro Nogueira (19-3) in the co-main event of the night.

 

According to MMAWeekly, sources close to both fighters say the two have agreed to face one another and bout agreements will be signed shortly.

 

Bader, has yet to taste defeat in his professional career and is coming off a knockout victory over UFC veteran Keith Jardine.

 

Since being crowned the winner of his season of the Ultimate Fighter, Bader has torn through his opposition and has showed marked improvement in his striking.

 

Nogueira will enter the fight currently 2-0 with the organization. H is first fight inside of the Octagon was a very impressive knock out performance over Luis Cane.

 

However, Nogueira found himself in a bit of trouble against late replacement Jason Brilz at UFC 114.

 

Nevertheless, the top ranked Brazilian defeated Brilz and will now face Bader with the winner likely moving up the rankings towards the elite in the division.

 

No official announcement has been made by the UFC.