In the world of sports there is perhaps no better time to look ahead than in June, which contains both the NHL and NBA entry drafts.
But what about MMA? There is no draft there. Should fans of the sport really be left out of all the fun associated with looking forward and predicting the future of prospective stars?
Of course not! That is why I have got you covered. It may not be a draft, but here we will take a look at 25 mixed martial artists that will one day contend for a UFC title.
Some ground rules:
A future title contender cannot be a former champion or have fought for a UFC title (there will be no Frankie Edgar or Gray Maynard).
This includes current and past interim champions (no Frank Mir or Carlos Condit).
Additionally, a future title contender cannot be scheduled to fight for a title (no Renan Barao), or be a consensus choice to face the winner of an upcoming title fight (no Nate Diaz).
Also, to be included on this list a fighter must be part of, or potentially part of the UFC roster (no Pat Curran).
Alright, let’s begin.