Glover Teixeira prepares to box Mauricio Rua on August 29
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:20 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Glover Teixeira will face Mauricio Rua in a boxing match at Spaten Fight Night in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on August 29. Teixeira, a former UFC champion who last competed at UFC 283, expressed eagerness to fight Rua after their paths never crossed in MMA. He noted that the match will not be an exhibition, emphasizing his intention to finish the bout. Teixeira, who has been coaching fighters during his retirement, indicated that the timing and opportunity presented themselves to return to the ring.
- •Teixeira last fought at UFC 283 against Jamahal Hill.
- •The match will not have restrictions typical of exhibition bouts.
- •Teixeira aims to finish Rua during their meeting.
- •Teixeira will train hard ahead of the boxing match.
- •The fight is scheduled for August 29 in Sao Paulo.
- 3:20 PMYahoo Sports — Glover Teixeira explains boxing Mauricio Rua, plans to 'take his head off'
"Glover Teixeira will lace up the gloves against fellow UFC legend Maurio Rua, and has intentions of finishing the fight.
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