The Scoop: Former kickboxer Diniz has made a smooth transition into MMA, and after earning his spot in the UFC via Dana White’s Contender Series, he’s notched three wins from his first four UFC appearances. Now he’s set to welcome another dangerous newcomer to the division. Fellow Contender Series graduate Mario Pinto is unbeaten and claimed a knockout win on his Octagon debut. Both men are heavy-handed knockout artists, and both will be going for the finish in what should be an entertaining heavyweight battle. Diniz will be hoping his slight edge in UFC experience, plus homefield advantage, will help him to victory so he can start hunting some of the division’s big names in his next few fights.
Ricardo Ramos
Division: Featherweight
Birthplace: Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
Professional Record: 17-7
Streak: Lost three of last four
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