Fans of BJJ in MMA rejoice: Ryan Hall will have his next UFC fight on July 13 against Darren Elkins.
Hall, a BJJ black belt and ADCC veteran, will compete against Elkins at UFC Sacramento following a stunning submission victory against BJ Penn at UFC 232. Elkins is 24-7 and last fought in November at UFC Fight Night 140 to a TKO loss against Ricardo Lamas.
Hall vs. Elkins will take place at featherweight. UFC Sacramento does not yet have a main event, but additional fights for the evening have also been announced:
Nicco Montano vs. Sara McMann
Karl Roberson vs. John Phillips
Benito Lopez vs. Martin Day
Beneil Dariush vs. Drakkar Klose
Marvin Vettori vs. Cezar Ferreira