UFC 174 suffered from a lack of memorable moments, but one takeaway from the card has to be the performance put on by Rory MacDonald.
For three rounds he made it look like he was working a heavy bag in the Tristar Gym facilities. He was barely breathing heavily even after the fight concluded. He also managed to score a takedown on Tyron Woodley, one of the most accomplished amateur wrestlers in the division.
The win was MacDonald’s second in a row since dropping a split decision to Robbie Lawler. It was also a win over a Top Five opponent, which means the Canadian could find himself in a title fight the next time he steps foot in the Octagon.
But if the UFC chooses to make him face another top-ranked opponent, he has a few options available as well.