Prior to reigning in the new year, Dana White and company have scheduled one of the most anticipated heavyweight bouts of all time for UFC 141 in late December.
Brock Lesnar vs. Alistair Overeem.
While that titanic fight alone is worth the price of PPV fees, UFC 141 also features one of the most dynamic and explosive fights the welterweight division could offer.
Jon Fitch vs. Johny Hendricks.
Both guys have been more than spectacular during their tenure in the UFC, Fitch going 13-1-1 and Hendricks going 6-1.
Now while Fitch has knocked off more relevant fighters in the UFC, including Diego Sanchez, Paulo Thiago and Thiago Alves twice, Hendricks has done more than a fair share of showcasing elite talent inside the octagon.
On Dec. 30, these two men with go to battle. Each have a storied background in wrestling. Each have the strength to impose their wills and finish fights when others might back off. Each are striving for a shot at the winner of Georges St-Pierre vs. Carlos Condit, which is now scheduled to happen sometime in the early quarter of 2012.
Each are well-rounded, offer excellent striking games, know when and how to finish fights on the ground and each possess a high level of intensity.
Considering all that, I think it’s safe to say this fight is going to be a one of the best bouts of 2011.
Here is an early breakdown of Fitch vs. Hendricks and how each fighter fares in regards to their respective game plans.