UFC 145 in Atlanta card official with Jones vs Evans and moreFebruary 7, 2012 by Joe Rocha

As expected, following Rashad Evans victory over prospect Phil Davis at UFC on Fox 2, Evans has positioned himself once again for a title shot against former training partner Jon Jones. With all contracts signed and returned, the UFC has released the finalized card. UFC 145: Jones vs. Evans will take place live from the Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia on April 21. Tickets will be available to purchase on Feb. 17th.

With Jones and Evan’s leading line-up, we also see the return of former WEC champ, Miguel Torres facing the 14 and 1, Michael Mcdonald. A heavyweight showing by former NFL player Brendan Schaub is also lined-up to battle IFL vet. Ben Rothwell. Check out the full official fight card and official poster below.

Light Heavyweight Championship bout:
Jon Jones (c) vs. Rashad Evans

Bantamweight bout:
Miguel Torres vs. Michael McDonald

Welterweight bout:
Rory MacDonald vs. Che Mills

Heavyweight bout:
Travis Browne vs. Chad Griggs

Lightweight bout: Mark Bocek vs. Matt Wiman

Heavyweight bout:
Brendan Schaub vs. Ben Rothwell

Featherweight bout:
Mark Hominick vs. Eddie Yagin

Lightweight bout:
John Makdessi vs. Anthony Njokuani

Lightweight bout: Mac Danzig vs. Efrain Escudero

Featherweight bout: Marcus Brimage vs. Maximo Blanco

Welterweight bout:
Keith Wisniewski vs. Chris Clements