UFC News: Johnny Walker vs Nikita Krylov in the works for UFC Brasilia

Following his recent knockout loss to Corey Anderson at UFC 244, UFC Light Heavyweight sensation Johnny Walker is reportedly all set to make his return to the Octagon against Nikita Krylov in Brazil.

Walker vs Krylov all but set for UFC Brasilia

According to an initial report from ESPN, Johnny Walker is reportedly set to make his return to the Octagon in early 2020, as the Ultimate Fighting Championship gets set for its grand return to Brazil in March.

Walker, who made a name for himself in the UFC with his knockout wins over the likes of Khalil Rountree, Justin Ledet and Misha Cirkunov, recently suffered a brutal knockout loss to Corey Anderson in New York City, as the latter finished off Walker within the first 127 seconds of the fight.

On the other hand, Krylov is on a bumpy road in the UFC, as he picked up a vital win over Ovince Saint-Preux in April but has suffered losses to the likes of Glover Texeira and Jan Blachowicz, as well.

Couple of other fights being discussed for March:Jared Cannonier vs. Robert Whittaker, March 7. Johnny Walker vs. Nikita Krylov, March 14.I’m told the latter is all but done, but the former is still in talks because Whittaker really likes the idea of London v Till.

— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) December 4, 2019

When us UFC Brasilia?

The UFC is set to make its return to Brazil on the 14th of March and a Light Heavyweight bout between Walker and Krylov promises to one hard-hitting encounter between the pair.