Paulo Thiago used the energy from the raucous Brazilian crowd to grind out a win against a tougher-than-expected David Mitchell. Hear what Thiago had to say about being a part of the historic UFC RIO.

What are the men of UFC Rio bringing into the Octagon tonight? Heavy hands, impeccable ground games and calm minds.

UFC® 134 RIO Prelim Fight: David Mitchell vs. Paulo Thiago

Get a rare, inside look as Paulo Thiago instructs a Special Operations Class at the Police Academy in Brasilia. Watch Paulo Thiago take on David Mitchell at UFC Rio: Silva vs. Okami, Saturday, August 27, live on Facebook 5:45PM/2:45PMET/PT.

Two UFC newcomers square off in this match for a chance to shine in their debut. Both TJ Waldburger and David Mitchell are grapplers who have used submissions to finish the majority of their fights.

Two UFC newcomers square off in this match for a chance to shine in their debut. Both TJ Waldburger and David Mitchell are grapplers who have used submissions to finish the majority of their fights.

Breakdowns from the UFC Fight Night prelim lineup - Foster, Branch, Drwal, Natal, Mitchell, Waldburger, Petz and the UFC debut of TUF 11's Rich Attonito.