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Lyoto Machida will move to 185 pounds in November. | Photo:
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Lyoto Machida’s rumored move to 185 pounds is now official, as the former light heavyweight king will change divisions to face Tim Kennedy at UFC “Fight for the Troops 3.”
Ultimate Fighting Championship President Dana White announced the matchup on the Aug. 21 edition of Fox Sports Live. UFC “Fight for the Troops 3” takes place at Fort Campbell in Hopkinsville, Ky., on Nov. 6 and is also expected to include a lightweight showdown between Jorge Masvidal and Rustam Khabilov.
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A two-time Strikeforce title challenger, Kennedy made his promotional debut in July, winning a unanimous decision against Roger Gracie at UFC 162. The Army Special Forces member compiled a 6-2 mark in Strikeforce, falling short in championship bouts against Ronaldo Souza and Luke Rockhold.
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