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Paulo Thiago has one-fight contract to face Koscheck

Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2009 8:25 am
by Educr1
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By Wesley Moura - Brasil Combate

The UFC has taken the unusual step of signing unbeaten Brazilian welterweight Paulo Thiago to a one-fight deal.

Thiago (7-0) was picked up by the organisation last week and added to the bill for UFC 95, where he will face division contender Koscheck.

Speaking to leading Brazilian news site Brasil Combate earlier today, Thiago said he is excited to be given the opportunity to fight for the UFC, and intends to show that he deserves a place there.

“My expectations are great. It’s a golden opportunity in my life and I will give my best in the training to sign a longer contract,” he said.

Thiago represents Constrictor Team and has competed in leading Brazilian promotions Jungle Fight and Capital Challenge.

UFC 95 takes place at the O2 Arena, London on Saturday February 21st, and will be headlined by a lightweight clash between Joe Stevenson and division newcomer Diego Sanchez.

http://www.brasilcombate.com.br

Re: Paulo Thiago has one-fight contract to face Koscheck

Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2009 2:45 pm
by keithlewis
1 fight with Koscheck will tell whether or not he gets a 3 fight deal!

Re: Paulo Thiago has one-fight contract to face Koscheck

Posted: Wed Jan 07, 2009 12:28 am
by broncofan
I hope he smashes Koscheck, I just never really liked him

Re: Paulo Thiago has one-fight contract to face Koscheck

Posted: Wed Jan 07, 2009 9:18 am
by TheBrokenVow
I'd love to see Koscheck get smashed, but to be honest the video I have seen on Thiago is not very impressive.

I think Kos takes him out early and easy.

Re: Paulo Thiago has one-fight contract to face Koscheck

Posted: Wed Jan 07, 2009 11:37 am
by Educr1
I think the path to Paulo Thiago beats Koscheck is on the floor where he fights very well.