UFC Shanghai Update: 'Salsa Boy' to Face Russian Knockout Artist

One of the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s rising heavyweight talents will face his toughest test to date in Shanghai, China.

Dominican standout Waldo Cortes-Acosta will square off against Sergei Pavlovich at UFC Shanghai on Aug. 23 in China. Cortes-Acosta confirmed the booking following an initial report from MMA Latino America. UFC Shanghai — also known as UFC Fight Night 257 — takes place at Mercedes-Benz Arena.

Waldo Cortes-Acosta Takes a Step Up at UFC Shanghai

Cortes-Acosta will take a five-bout winning streak into the matchup with Pavlovich. Most recently, “Salsa Boy” outpointed Serghei Spivac at UFC 316 on June 7. The 33-year-old has also bested Ryan Spann, Robelis Despaigne, Andre…