MMA Fighting confirmed with sources with knowledge of the booking that Soriano (14-6) is set to compete inside the octagon for the first time in over six years when he faces Christos Giagos (18-8) in a lightweight bout at UFC 262 on May 15 in Houston. Soriano replaces Joel Alvarez, who was forced to withdraw due to visa issues.
The new matchup was first reported by MMA Junkie.
Soriano is currently on a three-fight win streak across three different promotions. In his most recent outing, he scored a first-round TKO of Bellator vet Noad Lahat at a UAE Warriors show in March, following wins for Cage Fury Fighting Championships and Classic Entertainment and Sports.