Local MMA favorite Phillipe Nover is back. After a long layoff and contemplating possibly retiring from MMA, the combat nurse has decided to make one more go at it. This time Canarie’s own will move down to 145 lbs and challenge for the title at Ring of Combat January 23 at the Tropicana in Atlantic city. Phillipe was last seen at Ring of Combat winning the 155lbs championship. Phillipe is best known for his time on the UFC Show “TUF”. He also competed in Bellator.