Jean Silva set to face former UFC title challenger outside the UFC following Movsar Evloev reports

Fans won’t must wait long to see Jean Silva back in motion.

Silva was willing to place his profession on the road against Alexander Volkanovski when pushing to be the following featherweight title challenger.

Despite this, a recent report from Ariel Helwani stated that it has already been expressed that Movsar Evloev is the direction the UFC is entering into.

That doesn’t mean the fan favorite Brazilian goes to sit down and wait for what he believes he deserves, with ‘Lord’ now set to return on April 8.

How does Alexander Volkanovski vs Movsar Evloev play out? 🤔

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Jean Silva to headline Hype Brazil on April 8 in clash with Marlon Vera

On April 6, Hype Brazil announced the matchup that can headline their next card on incredibly short notice.

Jean Silva will tackle former UFC bantamweight title challenger Marlon Vera on April 8 in Sao Paulo in a submission only clash.

Silva went to a draw with Bryce Mitchell within the promotion last month and seemingly put an end to the rivalry that surrounded their fight in 2025.

The Brazilian has been hoping to make use of his win over Arnold Allen from the beginning of the 12 months to earn his first shot on the featherweight title.

Marlon Vera last fought in February, where he suffered a fourth consecutive loss within the UFC’s 135 pound division, meaning that he hasn’t gotten his hand raised since 2023.

What’s next for Marlon Vera?

‘Chito’ fell to his fourth loss in a row at UFC Mexico City.

Hype Brazil previously announced that the co-main event will see Deiveson Figueiredo tackle Raul Rosas Jr.

One other big attraction for fans in attendance will likely be that Charles Oliveira is about to be the host for his or her press conference which takes place later today.

‘Do Bronx’ will even be on the event to swap roles along with his coach and be his cornerman.