Even the UFC’s most loyal supporter would likely concede that stacked cards are rare in the current MMA climate. Relatively speaking, UFC 181 is quite a treat for the fans, then.
With two titles fights and a stellar supporting cast, there’s a lot to look forward to on Saturday night.
Johny Hendricks and Robbie Lawler will go at it again for the welterweight crown. Anthony Pettis returns after a lengthy layoff to defend his lightweight title against Gilbert Melendez. Brendan Schaub takes on Travis Browne, and there’s much more besides.
As ever, Bleacher Report’s MMA team is on hand to guide you through the event. Read on for the views of Scott Harris, Craig Amos, Sean Smith, Riley Kontek and me, James MacDonald.