Cage Warriors light heavyweight champion Modestas Bukauskas is headed to the Octagon.
The 25-year-old Lithuanian announced on Instagram that he has signed a UFC contract.
“They say dreams come true, if you work hard, stay the course, and never give up. Ever since I started MMA, it has always been the dream of my father Gintas and I, to sign with the UFC (best MMA organization in the world) and compete against the best fighters in the world,” Bukauskas wrote.
“After much adversity, a rollercoaster of events/emotion, and a ton of hours in the gym, I am pleased to announce that just a few days ago, We signed a contract with the UFC, the dream has become reality!