Perth MMA fighter Soa "The Hulk" Palelei has just booked his next fight in the UFC, with the 6'4" heavyweight verbally agreeing to take on dangerous striker Pat "HD" Barry at a UFC Fight Night in Brisbane on December 7.

Palelei (19-3) is coming off a gritty third round TKO victory over Nikita Krylov in his return to the UFC after a six-year exodus.

Perth MMA fighter Soa Palelei attacks Ukranian Nikita Krylov. Credit:Res Publica

The 36-year-old demonstrated incredible heart to defeat his younger opponent after sustaining a broken rib in the opening minutes of the bout.

Barry (15-5), a two-time fight of the night and two-time knockout of the night winner in the UFC, is coming off a knockout loss to rising prospect Shawn Jordan.