Werdum vs. Velasquez 2, Hendricks vs. Thompson to headline UFC 196

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February 6's UFC 196 fight card is loading up early.

The UFC today announced a heavyweight main-event rematch between Fabricio Werdum and Cain Velasquez to take place on the Super-Bowl-weekend showcase.

In addition to this heavyweight championship tilt, the UFC also announced a high-profile welterweight matchup between Johny Hendricks and Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson for the event.

Filling out the UFC 196 fight-card announcements are a heavyweight matchup between Roy Nelson and Jared Rosholt, a lightweight matchup between Josh Burkman and KJ Noons and a welterweight matchup between Mike Pyle and Sean Spencer.

LINK: Fabricio Werdum vs. Cain Velasquez 2, Johny Hendricks vs. Stephen Thompson announced for UFC 196 - MMA Fighting