Lance Palmer will get his shot at redemption this July, taking on World Series of Fighting featherweight champion Alexandre Almeida for the title at WSOF 32.
Officials announced the main event on Tuesday, along with a meeting of brothers when Ben “Phoenix Jones” Fodor takes on Caros Fodor.
Set for the XFINITY Arena in Everett, Washington, the main card airs live on NBC Sports Network.
“We are excited to make our debut in the great state of Washington with such a spectacular affair that will feature one of the most anticipated and well-deserved rematches of the year, as well as a something that you rarely see in combat sports – a matchup between family members whose competitive rivalry is so intense that, after so many years, it has resulted in the two agreeing to settle their differences in the cage,” said World Series of Fighting President Ray Sefo.
Almeida (18-5) captured the title when he bested Palmer (10-2) last December, scoring his fifth straight win in the process. The Brazilian used his five-inch height advantage in the first meeting with the Team Alpha Male standout.
Phoenix Jones (6-1-1) earned his nickname by fighting crime in Seattle. His brother, Caros (10-5), is a veteran of the U.S. Marine and has fought for the UFC and Strikeforce.
The “brothers” both grew up under the same roof and train in the same gym under Matt Hume.
