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Seven Biggest Takeaways From The Epic UFC 199

UFC 199 took Inglewood, California by storm last weekend (Sat., June 4, 2016) on pay-per-view (PPV), and MMA fans were blessed with one of the most exciting events in recent memory. Of all thirteen bouts that took place Saturday night, eight of them ended with someone taking an early nap on the canvas. Title contenders emerged, rivalries

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UFC 199 took Inglewood, California by storm last weekend (Sat., June 4, 2016) on pay-per-view (PPV), and MMA fans were blessed with one of the most exciting events in recent memory.

Of all thirteen bouts that took place Saturday night, eight of them ended with someone taking an early nap on the canvas. Title contenders emerged, rivalries were ended, legacies were solidified, and a new champion was crowned to the surprise of many.

Aside from the event itself, a pair of exciting developments were revealed, as a rematch between two brash rivals was made official, and a former champion’s return was shockingly unveiled.

UFC 199 has given us plenty to talk about, so let’s jump right into the seven biggest takeaways from the groundbreaking night of fights…

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Max Holloway Vs. Ricardo Lamas UFC 199 Video Highlights

Max Holloway picked Ricardo Lamas apart Saturday night at UFC 199, earning his ninth consecutive victory in the process.

Check out the video below for highlights from the pay-per-view featherweight fight.

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Max Holloway

Max Holloway picked Ricardo Lamas apart Saturday night at UFC 199, earning his ninth consecutive victory in the process.

Check out the video below for highlights from the pay-per-view featherweight fight.

UFC 199 Video: Max Holloway Chasing Ninth Straight Victory

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UFC featherweight contender Max Holloway rides an eight-fight win streak into UFC 199 this Saturday night against Ricardo Lamas.

For Holloway, the bout presents another chance to prove …

Max Holloway

UFC featherweight contender Max Holloway rides an eight-fight win streak into UFC 199 this Saturday night against Ricardo Lamas.

For Holloway, the bout presents another chance to prove his worth in the stacked 145-pound division.

Hear from the fighter in this special UFC promo video.

UFC 199 Fight Flying Under The Radar Pits Max Holloway Vs. Ricardo Lamas (Editorial)

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Lost in the hype centering around Saturday night’s UFC 199 main event and co-main event is an intriguing featherweight contest.

Yes, Luke Rockhold-Michael Bisping for the middleweight bel…

Max Holloway

Lost in the hype centering around Saturday night’s UFC 199 main event and co-main event is an intriguing featherweight contest.

Yes, Luke Rockhold-Michael Bisping for the middleweight belt and Dominick Cruz-Urijah Faber for the bantamweight strap are excellent fights and deserve the attention they are getting.

But Max Holloway and Ricardo Lamas just might steal the spotlight.

With the division on a bit of a stand-still at the moment, Holloway (15-3) comes in one of the sports hottest fighters. The 24-year-old has won eight straight since taking Conor McGregor – the UFC featherweight champion – to the scorecards back in 2013.

Included in his run are victories over Jeremy Stephens, Charles Oliveira, Cub Swanson and Cole Miller. Holloway has finished six of those eight opponents, including a third round submission of Swanson and a first round knockout of Akira Corassani.

It is likely that a ninth consecutive win will position him nicely behind McGregor and the UFC 200 winner of Jose Aldo-Frankie Edgar for the interim title.

Lamas, 10 years the elder of Holloway, is 16-4 and fought for the UFC belt vs. Aldo back in 2014. He took the Brazilian to the 25-minute mark, falling via decision.

Since that contest, Lamas has gone 3-1, losing only to perennial top contender Chad Mendes. He earned a recent decision over Diego Sanchez, submitted Dennis Bermudez two years ago and topped Hacran Dias after his defeat to Aldo.

Along with Holloway-Lamas, Dustin Poirier-Bobby Green, Beneil Dariush-James Vick and Jessica Penne-Jessica Andrade are all potential “Fight of the Night” candidates outside of the championship matches.

Max Holloway Plans On “Getting My Hand Raised” At UFC 199

Max Holloway

Max Holloway thought he might be matched up with former UFC champion Jose Aldo for his next fight.

Or maybe another ex-champion in Frankie Edgar.

Instead, Holloway (15-3) will put his eight-fight win streak on the line this Saturday night at UFC 199 vs. Ricardo Lamas.

Coming off victories over Jeremy Stephens, Charles Oliveria and Cub Swanson, the 24-year-old Hawaiian only sees his contest with Lamas going one way.

“Max Holloway going out there, doing his thing, doing some cool shit and getting my hand raised after whatever rounds it is, I don’t care,” the fighter said, during a recent interview with Submission Radio. “I’m going out there – let him choose when he wants out. And when it’s all said and done, [I’m] getting my hand raised, raising that Hawaiian flag and going on from there.”

As for what might be next, Holloway is focused in on only Lamas for the time being. But, he’s still keeping tabs on the rest of the featherweight division.

“We’ll see what happens, and first things first, is Ricardo Lamas,” he said. “And all three of those fights get me excited. Anyone of them. They’re all great. The three of them are great guys, they’re all (at the) top of their division for a reason and that’s why I want to prove myself against them. We can go do that rematch with Conor (McGregor).

“You know, I thought I was gonna get Aldo, cause a lot of people wanted to see that happen. And then there’s something there with Hawaiians and Frankie. So all three of the match-ups are interesting and my head is focused on Ricardo right now. I gotta get the job done June 4th and then we start thinking ahead.”

Max Holloway

Max Holloway thought he might be matched up with former UFC champion Jose Aldo for his next fight.

Or maybe another ex-champion in Frankie Edgar.

Instead, Holloway (15-3) will put his eight-fight win streak on the line this Saturday night at UFC 199 vs. Ricardo Lamas.

Coming off victories over Jeremy Stephens, Charles Oliveria and Cub Swanson, the 24-year-old Hawaiian only sees his contest with Lamas going one way.

“Max Holloway going out there, doing his thing, doing some cool shit and getting my hand raised after whatever rounds it is, I don’t care,” the fighter said, during a recent interview with Submission Radio. “I’m going out there – let him choose when he wants out. And when it’s all said and done, [I’m] getting my hand raised, raising that Hawaiian flag and going on from there.”

As for what might be next, Holloway is focused in on only Lamas for the time being. But, he’s still keeping tabs on the rest of the featherweight division.

“We’ll see what happens, and first things first, is Ricardo Lamas,” he said. “And all three of those fights get me excited. Anyone of them. They’re all great. The three of them are great guys, they’re all (at the) top of their division for a reason and that’s why I want to prove myself against them. We can go do that rematch with Conor (McGregor).

“You know, I thought I was gonna get Aldo, cause a lot of people wanted to see that happen. And then there’s something there with Hawaiians and Frankie. So all three of the match-ups are interesting and my head is focused on Ricardo right now. I gotta get the job done June 4th and then we start thinking ahead.”

Two Big Fights Added To LA’s UFC 199

Despite the chaos currently inhabiting the UFC’s featherweight division, the promotion has added an intriguing 145-pound scrap to June 4’s UFC 199 from the L.A. Forum in Inglewood, California. Per UFC Tonight, No. 4-ranked Max “Blessed” Holloway will clash with former title challenger and No. 5-ranked Ricardo “The Bully” Lamas. Since dropping a decision loss

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Despite the chaos currently inhabiting the UFC’s featherweight division, the promotion has added an intriguing 145-pound scrap to June 4’s UFC 199 from the L.A. Forum in Inglewood, California.

Per UFC Tonight, No. 4-ranked Max “Blessed” Holloway will clash with former title challenger and No. 5-ranked Ricardo “The Bully” Lamas.

Since dropping a decision loss to reigning champion Conor McGregor in 2013, 24 year old Holloway has gone on a tear, winning eight straight bouts with six of those victories coming by way of finish.

That streak includes an impressive finish over former top contender Cub Swanson, and most recently a decision victory over Jeremy Stephens at last December’s UFC 194.

Lamas, on the other hand, received a shot at former champion Jose Aldo back in 2014, losing a rather lack luster decision. Since then, however, “The Bully” has won three of four, most recently taking a unanimous decision over veteran Diego Sanchez last November.

It was also confirmed that a previously targeted middleweight showdown between legend Dan “Hendo” Henderson and Hector Lombard will take place on the card.

Henderson was scheduled to rematch Lyoto Machida last weekend at UFC on FOX 19, but “The Dragon” was scrapped from the bout after it was revealed that he had consumed a banned substance.

Lombard will be making his return to 185 pounds after recently dropping a disappointing loss to Neil Magny.

UFC 199 is set to be headlined by a middleweight title rematch between defending champion Luke Rockhold and former divisional kingpin Chris Weidman.

Also on the card, Dominick Cruz will put his 135 pound strap on the line in a trilogy bout against bitter rival and former WEC champion Urijah Faber.

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