Sean Soriano returns to the octagon for UFC 262

More than six years since his last UFC stint, Sean Soriano will return to the octagon next week at UFC 262.

Soriano (14-6 MMA, 0-3 UFC) replaces Joel Alvarez (18-2 MMA, 3-1 UFC) in a lightweight matchup vs. Christos Giagosset for May 15 at the Toyota Center in Houston.

Sean is being used as a stepping stone. I like him on the New England regional scene but I think that’s his peak.