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Looking Ahead To The 10 Craziest UFC Fights Left in 2016

2016 has already proven to be a monumental year for the world’s largest mixed martial arts promotion, as the UFC has truly produced a plethora of exciting fights and star-studded cards thus far. Luckily for fight fans, the year is far from over, and it appears as if the UFC doesn’t plan on slowing down

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2016 has already proven to be a monumental year for the world’s largest mixed martial arts promotion, as the UFC has truly produced a plethora of exciting fights and star-studded cards thus far.

Luckily for fight fans, the year is far from over, and it appears as if the UFC doesn’t plan on slowing down the action anytime soon.

With two of the biggest fight cards in promotional history likely looming on the horizon in UFC 200 set for July 9 and UFC 205 from New York set for November 12, fans will continue to be bombarded with some of the sport’s best possible fights.

With that being said, let’s take a closer look at 10 of the craziest, most exciting, and potential fights that will close out the year:

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Scott Coker: Bellator Would Be Interested In Rory MacDonald

Since taking over as President of Bellator MMA in 2014, Scott Coker has turned the promotion into a serious player – or at least somewhat of a competitor to the UFC in terms of luring in high profile fighters. In recent memory, notable UFC fighters such as Josh Thomson, Josh Koscheck, Phil Davis, Matt Mitrione

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Since taking over as President of Bellator MMA in 2014, Scott Coker has turned the promotion into a serious player – or at least somewhat of a competitor to the UFC in terms of luring in high profile fighters.

In recent memory, notable UFC fighters such as Josh Thomson, Josh Koscheck, Phil Davis, Matt Mitrione and even former champion Benson Henderson have jumped ship to Bellator in regards for better conditions, or better pay.

Speaking on the matter at a recent Bellator press conference (Via MMAJunkie), Coker advised fighters to test free agency, claiming that Bellator emerging as a contender is good for MMA as a whole:

“You should fight your fights out, because we’re here too. “Now, there’s more than one buyer, which is good for the market, which is good for individuals, which is good for the league, which is good for the industry,” he said.

As far as future endeavors go, Bellator will continue their efforts to bring in the best fighters in the world according to Coker.

One name that stands out as a possible target could be 26 year old UFC welterweight contender and former title challenger Rory “Red King” MacDonald.

MacDonald, although young in age, has become a veteran of the fight game, and he’s currently gearing up to fight the last fight on his current contract with the UFC, as he’ll take on surging contender Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson in the main event of June’s UFC Fight Night 89 from his home of Canada.

The “Red King” recently stated that he’d be willing to test free agency in search of the most lucrative deal offered, and it appears as if Coker and Company will attempt to be at the forefront of those negotiations:

“He’s a guy that we’d be interested in talking to, if the time is right,” Coker said.

Could you see a young star like MacDonald making the jump to Bellator in the future?

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‘Cowboy’ Cerrone Stays At 170 To Fight Patrick Cote In UFC’s Ottawa Debut

Former lightweight title challenger and fan favorite Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone recently moved up in weight, scoring a submission victory over Alex Oliveira in a welterweight scrap last month. It appears as if “Cowboy” may be sticking around 170-pounds for the time being, as MMAFighting.com has reported that Cerrone will take on Patrick Cote at a

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Former lightweight title challenger and fan favorite Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone recently moved up in weight, scoring a submission victory over Alex Oliveira in a welterweight scrap last month.

It appears as if “Cowboy” may be sticking around 170-pounds for the time being, as MMAFighting.com has reported that Cerrone will take on Patrick Cote at a UFC Fight Night card on June 18, 2016 in Ottawa, Canada.

Prior to his bout with Oliveira, Cerrone had dropped a disappointing loss to 155-pound king Rafael dos Anjos last December. However, “Cowboy” usually tends to remain extremely active, and has won nine of his last 10 fights.

Cote, on the other hand, has been riding a hot streak as of late, winning three consecutive showings. A decision victory over Joe Riggs at April 2015’s UFC 186 started his current winning streak, and “The Predator” has followed that up with back to back finishes over Josh Burkman at UFC Fight Fight Night 74 last August, and Ben Saunders at UFC Fight Night 81 in January.

The UFC’s card in Ottawa is expected to be headlined by a crucial welterweight title eliminator between No. 1-ranked Rory MacDonald and No. 2-ranked Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson.

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Rory MacDonald To Meet Stephen Thompson On June 18 In Canada

No. 2-ranked UFC welterweight Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson is coming off of the biggest win of his career, a first round demolition of former champion Johny “Bigg Rigg” Hendricks last month. Now, “Wonderboy” will attempt to continue his rise to glory, as he’s set to face off with No. 1-ranked former title challenger Rory “Red King”

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No. 2-ranked UFC welterweight Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson is coming off of the biggest win of his career, a first round demolition of former champion Johny “Bigg Rigg” Hendricks last month.

Now, “Wonderboy” will attempt to continue his rise to glory, as he’s set to face off with No. 1-ranked former title challenger Rory “Red King” MacDonald.

UFC President Dana White announced the news at today’s (March 4, 2016) UFC: Unstoppable press conference, confirming that the two would be headlining a Fight Night card on June 18, 2016 in Ottawa, Canada.

Prior to his win over Hendricks, Thompson had won five straight including three by way of finish, quickly becoming a fan favorite due to his dazzling striking style.

MacDonald, on the other hand, is coming off a five round war with reigning welterweight champion “Ruthless” Robbie Lawler at last July’s UFC 189, a fight many consider to be amongst the best of all-time.

Prior to his second loss to Lawler, the “Red King” had won three straight over Demian Maia, Tyron Woodley, and Tarec Saffiedine.

A battle between a long-time contender, and a rising phenom, this fight will likely present the next title challenger at 170-pounds.

Who do you see coming out victorious?

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