With a mix of well-known names as well as up-and-coming fighters, UFC 161 is an event that you do not want to miss.
The pay-per-view will take place at the MTS Centre in Winnipeg, Canada as the league continues to display its influence in many countries around the world. The fans in attendance will be in for a treat with plenty of stars worth watching.
For those at home, make sure you do not miss a second of the action by following along with this guide.
When: Saturday, June 15, 2013
Where: MTS Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Start Time: PPV at 10 p.m. ET; FX Prelims at 8 p.m. ET; Facebook Prelims at 6:35 p.m. ET
Live Stream Info: UFC.com
Top Bouts to Watch
Roy Nelson vs. Stipe Miocic
For a while, it appeared as though Roy Nelson was approaching the end of his career. From October 2008 until February 2012, the big man only put together a 3-5 record.
However, he seems to have turned things around in his last three matches. Nelson has dominated opponents with three-straight first-round knockouts, including an impressive win over Cheick Kongo.
Meanwhile, Stipe Miocic was cruising to start his MMA career before suffering his first loss at the hands of Stefan Struve.
Miocic has the obvious speed advantage in this matchup, although this might come down to the confidence of each fighter. Nelson is riding high at the moment and looking to earn a title fight in the near future. He will try to once again earn a quick knockout.
Adding in the big experience difference in favor of Nelson, and the heavyweight should come away with another victory.
Alexis Davis vs. Rosi Sexton
The women’s bantamweight division will not survive for too long if Ronda Rousey is the only elite competitor. It needs more females to become household names and possibly challenge the champion for the title.
Alexis Davis and Rosi Sexton are both making their UFC debut during the PPV, and the winner will have a good chance to advance her career in a hurry.
Davis has certainly been more impressive lately, as the 28-year-old fighter has won five of her last six matches. Three of those wins were by submission, and the only loss was against the talented Sarah Kaufman.
Although Sexton has more experience in the cage, she has lost a step over the years and is likely to struggle on the biggest stage of her career.
Rashad Evans vs. Dan Henderson
This battle between two veteran fighters will show the UFC at its best with a great amount of technique from each side.
At 42 years old, you would struggle to believe Dan Henderson could still get it done. However, he fought hard in his split decision loss against Lyoto Machida earlier in the year.
While he might not be as quick as he was five years ago, he still knows how to always be in the right position, especially on the mat.
On the other hand, Rashad Evans has the experience to go with the skill to give his opponent trouble. He has run into some tough competition lately to lose two matches in a row, but both fights went the distance.
Evans has beaten some of the best ever in his career, and Henderson could be next on the list.
Full Fight Card
Main Card2
| Light Heavyweight | Rashad Evans | vs. | Dan Henderson | ||||
| Heavyweight | Roy Nelson | vs. | Stipe Miocic | ||||
| Light Heavyweight | Ryan Jimmo | vs. | Igor Pokrajac | ||||
| Women’s Bantamweight | Alexis Davis | vs. | Rosi Sexton | ||||
| Heavyweight | Pat Barry | vs. | Shawn Jordan |
FX Prelims
| Welterweight | Jake Shields | vs. | Tyron Woodley |
| Lightweight | Sam Stout | vs. | James Krause |
| Welterweight | Sean Pierson | vs. | Kenny Robertson |
| Bantamweight | Roland Delorme | vs. | Edwin Figueroa |
Facebook Prelims
| Lightweight | Mitch Clarke | vs. | John Maguire | ||||
| Bantamweight | Yves Jabouin | vs. | Dustin Pague |
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