A two-time NCAA champion wrestler, Johny Hendricks took a big step toward realizing his potential in MMA by recently knocking out long-time welterweight contender Jon Fitch. Now considered one of the top contenders in the 170-pound division, Hendricks will face fellow NCAA champ Josh Koscheck in a fight that could propel him to a title shot.
Although Koscheck is coming off of a controversial decision win over Mike Pierce, he will still provide a very tough test for Hendricks, who also recently fought to a narrow victory against Pierce as many have quickly forgotten.
With these heavy-hitting wrestlers set to square off on network television at UFC on FOX 3, a championship bout could be on the line. Let’s take a look at which fighter has a better chance at winning this fight and taking a big step toward tasting UFC gold for the first time.