Photo: Ivan Canello
Following back-to-back wins, the latest a knockout over Marius Zaromskis, Evangelista Cyborg will get a shot at the Strikeforce welterweight belt. The bout is set for January 29 in San Jose, California, against Cesar Gracie black belt Nick Diaz, who is riding an eight-fight win streak.
The same event will also define the futures of others in the organization. Middleweight champion Ronaldo Jacaré will put his belt on the line against Robbie Lawler, while Roger Gracie returns to the cage against Trevor Prangley.
Check out how the card stands as of now:
Strikeforce
San Jose, California, USA
January 29, 2011
Nick Diaz vs. Evangelista “Cyborg” Santos
Ronaldo “Jacaré” Souza vs. Robbie Lawler
Herschel Walker vs. Scott Carson
Roger Gracie vs. Trevor Prangley