New massive UFC fights announced: Undefeated prospect returns!

Michelle ”Karate Hottie” Waterson Gomez vs. Luana Pinheiro

Michelle Waterson. Photo: USA Today Sports

Strawweight veteran Michelle Waterson-Gomez will return to action at UFC 287 against Brazilian prospect Luana Pinheiro. The event is scheduled for April 8 but has so far no venue or location.

ESPN’s Brett Okamoto was first to report the news of the matchup.

No. 11 ranked ”Karate Hottie” is 1-4 in her last five bouts, that includes former champions Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Carla Esparza.

Pinheiro holds the No. 13 spot on the rankings and is undefeated in the UFC with a promotional record of 2-0.