Nothing is for certain in the UFC heavyweight division.
No fighter exemplifies that more than Lavar Johnson. The Strikeforce import was brought to the Octagon riding a two-fight losing streak and has since put together a two-fight winning streak.
So where does Johnson go from here?
Although the heavyweight division has gotten deeper in recent years, finding an ideal matchup for Johnson is tougher than you think.
Here’s a look at five fights that could be in his near future.