Rashad Evans vs. Glover Teixeira Set For UFC Fight Night 61 On 2/22

Rashad Evans’ return is now official, as the former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion now has an opponent, date and venue for his Octagon comeback.

Evans will meet former title contender Glover Teixeira in the main event of UFC Fight Night 61.

UFC Fight Night 61 takes place on February 22, 2015 in Porto Alegre, Brazil, and airs live on FOX Sports 1.

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