In the welterweight division, few notable contenders remain, though, Erick Silva has already been shown to be a fighter who wields some very serious potential.
Last night at UFC 142, Silva looked to take home his second victory inside the Octagon when the Brazilian wilted Carlo Prater with strikes, seemingly earning the first-round TKO win.
However, veteran referee Mario Yamasaki deemed the blows illegal and disqualified Silva in the process. The controversial ending has caught the ire of the fans and media alike, but regardless of the outcome, Silva has shown that he is a very real threat in the 170-pound class.