MMASucka · Aug 13, 2015
Rafael dos Anjos vs. Donald Cerrone headlines UFC on FOX 17
UFC Lightweight Champion Rafael dos Anjos will put his belt on the line for the first time against perennial contender Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone in the main event at UFC on FOX 17.The two fought at UFC Fight Night 27 in 2013 and RDA won the bout via unanimous decision.
UFC officials announced the match-up on Thursday morning.
dos Anjos (24-7) dethroned Anthony Pettis at UFC 185, when he beat him from bell to bell. The Brazilian is riding a four-fight winning streak, with victories over Jason High, Benson Henderson, Nate Diaz and the aforementioned Pettis.