The Ultimate Fighter victor on Wednesday was Tim Elliott, and his prize is a shot at Demetrious Johnson‘s flyweight title on Saturday.
Johnson is the UFC’s most dominant champion. He is one of the most well-rounded titleholders to date, and he has dispatched of almost every contender in the division without much issue. Elliott is a new challenge.
Elliott fought in the UFC prior to his stint on The Ultimate Fighter. He performed well but faltered against elite competitors like Joseph Benavidez. He was cut from the roster and improved on the regional circuit.
Saturday is his chance. A tournament victory has allowed him to jump the line for a title shot. Does he pull a Matt Serra and shock everyone, or does Johnson show why he’s the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world today?