UFC on Fox events are typically preceded by loud rumblings from the MMA community. But when Demetrious Johnson defends his flyweight title against John Moraga during Saturday’s Fox main event, it will instead be after a bit of fanfare and some hushed whispers.
Though Johnson and Moraga possess the skill, speed and raw athleticism needed to put on an exciting bout, the question lingers as to whether or not the lighter weight classes will draw a casual crowd.
The headlining flyweights will enter the cage supercharged with a dose of electricity, enough to power them as them blitz through tons of flurried exchanges. Wherever you may stand on the lightest men in the UFC roster, these two 125-pound speed devils are likely to close out the evening with impressive performances.
Yet if we put aside the implications of the title fight for a moment, we’re left with a fight card filled with heavy hitters who routinely deliver with each Octagon appearance.
Let’s take a peek at three potential bouts that’ll build the energy up to that main event.