UFC set to return to Australia

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Mark Hunt of New Zealand (R) competes against Antonio 'Bigfoot' Silva of Brazil in their heavyweight bout during the UFC 193 event at Etihad Stadium on November 15, 2015 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Mark Hunt is set to step back into the Octagon on March 20, with UFC officials confirming he will do battle with two-time heavyweight champion Frank Mir in Brisbane.

The UFC revealed to foxsports.com.au on Friday that the duo will headline UFC Fight Night at Brisbane Entertainment Centre.

The blockbuster fight Hunt (11-10-1 MMA, 6-4-1 UFC) and former UFC heavyweight champion Mir (18-10 MMA, 16-10 UFC) is expected to be officially announced early next week.