Which event are Rafael Natal and Plinio Cruz fighting in?

They are set to face each other in Ring of Combat 24.

How many rounds is the Rafael Natal vs. Plinio Cruz?

The bout is scheduled for a standard 3-round ROC fight.

Which organization is hosting the Rafael Natal vs. Plinio Cruz?

The fight is organized by the Ring of Combat (ROC).

When is the Rafael Natal vs. Plinio Cruz fight?

The fight is scheduled to take place on April 17, 2009

At what time does the Rafael Natal vs. Plinio Cruz fight start?

The fight is set to start at 24:00 GMT.

Where is the Rafael Natal vs. Plinio Cruz fight happening?

The venue for the fight is in Tropicana Resort and Casino.

In which weight class are Rafael Natal and Plinio Cruz competing?

They are competing in the UFC Middleweight.

What are the nationalities of Rafael Natal and Plinio Cruz?

Rafael Natal represents Brazil, and Plinio Cruz represents USA.

What type of fight is the Rafael Natal vs. Plinio Cruz?

The fight is a highly anticipated championship bout in the UFC Middleweight.

Rafael Natal USA

Plinio Cruz

21-9-1

RD2 3:13

Sub

Rear Naked Choke

8-9

Fight: Natal vs. Cruz

Ring of Combat 24

17APRFRI'0912:00 AM

Middleweight• championship• 3 rounds

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