Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic has confirmed at his personal blog (www.mma-id.com) that he will be facing Yoshihiro Nakao at DREAM's inaugural event on March 15:

"A little over an hour ago I was contacted by DREAM officials. They informed me that my opponent on March 15 will be Yoshihiro Nakao from Japan. It was very important for me to fight as soon as possible and I'm happy that DREAM was able to find the opponent for me."

Thanks to Edu Ramos of Na Luta for the assist.