What had the makings of a bog standard UFC Fight Night card on paper over-delivered for the WME-IMG organization this week. Of the thirteen fights on offer only four went to decision, with three submissions and six KOs. And mixed in with those finishes were some serious career building wins. Deiveson Figueiredo made his case for the flyweight elite, Cory Sandhagen showed he’s tough enough to hang with top athletes at 135, and Eryk Anders and Mickey Gall reasserted themselves as prospects to watch.
So, what comes next? Can Sandhagen be rushed? Is Figueiredo ready for a top contender’s bout?