Heavyweight Roy Nelson Says Cheick Kongo Is Next Bout Likely For UFC 116

“The Ultimate Fighter 10″ winner Roy Nelson is working his way into the mix.

The round-bellied heavyweight on Saturday posted a message on his official Twitter account that he expects to face burgeoning takedown artist Cheick Kongo in his next octagon appearance. Though not yet confirmed by the UFC, a Fighters Only report this past week has pegged the match-up to take place at UFC 116.

UFC 116 takes place July 3 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. A heavyweight title unification match between current champion Brock Lesnar and interim champion Shane Carwin is expected to headline.

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