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UFC 205: MMA Media predicts Conor McGregor vs. Eddie Alvarez

UFC 205 will undoubtedly make history Saturday night. Being the first MMA event to be held in the fabled Madison Square Garden Arena has plenty to do with it, but there are a few other factors contributing to the fever pitch, as well.

  • Three title fights are up for grabs. Fights of this magnitude often headline cards, and we’ve seen two on one card, but three? It’s almost unheard of. Almost. On September 28, 2001 the UFC hosted it’s 33rd numbered event, and with it, three title bouts (Tito Ortiz vs. Vladimir Matyushenko, Dave Menne vs Gil Castillo, Jens Pulver vs Dennis Hallman).