Keith Jardine to Face Brandon Vera

(”Truth” serum?)

A source tells Cage Potato that Keith Jardine will be the next opponent for Brandon Vera following his decision win over Reese Andy this past Saturday. The match seems to indicate that Vera’s stay in the light heavyweight division may be longer than he might have liked.

Jardine needs a victory after his TKO loss to Wanderlei Silva at UFC 84, and going against the once-highly touted heavyweight prospect Vera gives him a golden opportunity to get back in the running for the UFC’s light heavyweight title.

There’s no word yet on exactly when the fight will take place, but we’ll bring you more as the story develops.

What Happened Next

Keith Jardine and Brandon Vera fought at UFC 89 in Birmingham, England in October 2008, and Jardine won a split decision. Jardine was known for his awkward, unorthodox style, which had helped him knock out Chuck Liddell and Forrest Griffin.

Vera stayed at light heavyweight for several years, and the fight was part of a tough period in which his early promise as a heavyweight contender faded.