Machida The Next Light Heavyweight Contender

Discussion in 'Boxing/MMA Talk' started by CP26, Aug 31, 2008.

  1. CP26

    CP26 Im Back Mofos

    Undefeated light heavyweight Lyoto Machida quietly entered the Ultimate Fighting Championship in December of 2006 as an asset of the defunct World Fighting Alliance and quickly became the dark horse of his weight division. Former UFC light heavyweight champion Tito Ortiz begrudgingly fought the last fight of his contract against Machida at UFC 84 in May and was sent packing by the Brazilians methodical attack. Casual fans finally took notice of Machidas threat.

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