Hector Lombard could get quick UFC title shot if impressive in debut

SUNRISE, Fla. – If Hector Lombard is as good as advertised when he makes his UFC debut later this summer, don’t be surprised if he immediately hops in line for a middleweight title shot.

UFC president Dana White said as much Friday following the post-…

SUNRISE, Fla. – If Hector Lombard is as good as advertised when he makes his UFC debut later this summer, don’t be surprised if he immediately hops in line for a middleweight title shot.

UFC president Dana White said as much Friday following the post-fight news conference for UFC on FX 3, which took place at BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise, Fla.

Lombard, the recently signed former Bellator middleweight champion, brings a 25-fight unbeaten streak to the UFC.