Three title fights headline the UFC's first card in New York (at Madison Square Garden) and only one challenger is the favorite—Stephen Thompson.
There is a good reason he's expected to dethrone welterweight champion Tyron Woodley in the co-main event at UFC 205, not the least of which is his seven-fight win streak. Here are five keys to victory for Thompson to win his first UFC title.
1. Mix up striking attacks
Thompson is a prolific striker who can attack on his feet in a variety of ways. His background in karate and as a kick boxer has helped him develop an arsenal of kicks that are hard to predict, coming from all angles.