A welterweight bout between Brian Melancon (5-2 MMA, 0-1 SF) and promotional newcomer Felipe Portela (7-0 MMA, 0-0 SF) is in the works for Strikeforce Challengers 19.

Portela, a member of the respected Arena Fight Team in San Diego, made his pro debut in 2008 and has posted seven victories in seven pro outings. A veteran of the California regional circuit, he’s posted five stoppage wins, four in the first round. However, five of his seven opponents remain winless in pro competition.

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