Siyar Bahadurzada vs. Luan Chagas first bout set for UFC Fight Night 128 in Atlantic City

Welterweight Siyar Bahadurzada is getting some momentum.

The Afghani fighter, who’s sat out for long stretches due to injury, announced he’s set to fight at the recently announced UFC Fight Night 128.

Via Twitter:

According to a report from MMANDA.nl, Bahadurzada will face off with Luan Chagas at the event, which takes place April 21 at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J. The main card airs on FS1 following prelims on FS2 and UFC Fight Pass.

Bahadurzada enjoys a two-fight winning streak in the UFC’s octagon, most recently stopping Rob Wilkinson at UFC Fight Night 115 this past September. More importantly, his layoff from bouts has been dramatically shortened. He spent three years on the sidelines dealing with various issues outside the cage, slowing his move up the UFC welterweight ladder.

Chagas, meanwhile, is looking to build more momentum at 170 pounds. He most recently submitted Jim Wallhead this past June at UFC 212 to get back in the win column after a submission loss to Erick Silva at UFC Fight Night 95.

For more on UFC Fight Night 128, check out the UFC Rumors section of the site.