ABU DHABI – Chad Mendes sees his wrestling playing a big role at ADXC 5.
Former multiple-time UFC title challenger Mendes takes on Season 14 “Ultimate Fighter” winner Diego Brandao in a no-gi grappling match Friday in Abu Dhabi.
Brandao wasn’t Mendes’ original opponent. The Team Alpha Male fighter was initially booked against Kevin Lee, who withdrew. Then he was linked to a top-ranked UFC lightweight before Brandao jumped in.