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Thiago Silva vs Tim Boetsch targeted for UFC 117
Tim Boetsch and ATT standout Thiago Silva have verbally agreed to meet at UFC 117 on Aug. 7 at the…
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Tim Boetsch and ATT standout Thiago Silva have verbally agreed to meet at UFC 117 on Aug. 7 at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif.
A Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, Silva is known more for his menacing stand-up skills; the 27-year-old has delivered 11 of his 14 career victories by knockout or technical knockout. Boetsch will carry a three-fight winning streak into the match.
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