Diggin’ Deep on UFC Philadelphia: Barboza vs. Gaethje - Prelims preview

Congratulations! We’re at the final showing of nine straight weekends of UFC action. For those of you who have been along the for the ride the entire time, I especially congratulate as it isn’t always easy to strap in for MMA action every weekend, even for those who love MMA.

The sentiment is much appreciated. Now let’s skip to the chase. What names would I recognize from the preliminary contests of UFC Philadelphia?

Well then, no time to waste I suppose. Ray Borg was the final victim of Demetrious Johnson’s record streak of title defenses, falling prey to Johnson’s magnificent armbar finish. Though he was dominated by Mighty Mouse – as many were during Johnson’s reign – Borg is a top-flight…