Three time NCAA Division I champ Bo Nickal impressed in his Octagon debut last week, winning his Contender Series match-up in just 62 seconds. The quick victory moved him to 2-0 on his burgeoning MMA career.
Despite the stellar showing, Nickal did not earn a UFC contract on the show. UFC President Dana White explained that, though he thought Nickal had a great deal of potential, he didn’t want to sign a fighter with only two pro fights on their record.
Instead, White promised to feature Nickal for a second time on his Contender Series. A second win on that funnel show might lead to an appearance in the UFC proper.