Yves Edwards vs. Melvin Guillard in the works for Jan. 22 UFC event

A lightweight bout between Yves Edwards and Melvin Guillard is in the works for as as-yet-announced UFC event on Jan. 22.

Guillard (25-8, 8-4 UFC) is riding a three-fight win streak, most recently defeating Jeremy Stephens by a narrow split decision at UFC 119 in September.

Edwards (38-16-1, 6-4 UFC) made a successful return to the UFC, defeating John Gunderson by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night: Marquardt vs. Palhares. This is Edwards' third stint with the organization.

Guillard last three fights:
Win (Split Decision) Jeremy Stephens - UFC 119
Win (TKO - Knee to the Body) Waylon Lowe - UFC 114
Win (Unanimous Decision) Ronnys Torres - UFC 109

Edwards last three fights:
Win (Unanimous Decision) John Gunderson - UFC Fight Night: Marquardt vs. Palhares
Win (Unanimous Decision) Luis Palomino - Bellator 24
Loss (Unanimous Decision) Mike Campbell - Moosin: God of Martial Arts

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