Do you like fireworks? Then this fight is perfect for you.
Following a report from Combate, sources told MMA Fighting that a showdown between featherweights Edson Barboza and Shane Burgos is set for UFC 262 on May 15th. Barboza recently re-signed with the UFC with one fight remaining on his previous deal and the #14 ranked fighter will get to take on #12 in just over two months.
Prior to signing a new UFC contract, Barboza (21-9) snapped a three-fight losing streak with a comprehensive unanimous decision over Makwan Amirkhani. After a lengthy career as a perennial lightweight action fighter and contender, including wins over Anthony Pettis, Dan Hooker, and Beneil Dariush, Barboza dropped to 145 lbs last year and lost a controversial split decision to Dan Ige.