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UFC 153: Get To Know Lightweight Cristiano Marcello


Cristiano Marcello’s debut in the UFC did not go quite as he planned.

The Brazilian lightweight was defeated by Sam Sicilia via second round knockout at “The Ultimate Fighter 15 Finale,” getting his UFC career off to a rough start.

But “The Ultimate Fighter” veteran is prepared to get back on track on October 13 at UFC 153 against Reza Madadi.

Join Marcello as he discusses running a gym, the busy life of a fighter, and much, much more.

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UFC lightweight Cristiano Marcello discusses running a gym, having to be away from his family during his career, and much more leading up to his UFC 153 fight against Reza Madadi.