Diggin’ Deep on UFC Pittsburgh: Rockhold vs. Branch - Main card preview

Though I said some things that could be seen as disparaging remarks about the main card in my preview from yesterday, it was more of an endorsement of the prelims than a knock on the matchups on the main card. That doesn’t mean the main card couldn’t have been better, though injuries didn’t do the card any favors. However, the main card does have some intrigue.

As Kamaru Usman continues to blaze a path towards a title shot at welterweight, he gets his first real test against a grappler. Highly regarded lightweight prospect Gregor Gillespie continues his development. Plus, we get to see if Hector Lombard has anything left in the tank. We aren’t being offered filet mignon, but it isn’t…