5 UFC fighters who should be awarded title shots
If it wasn't hard enough to get into the UFC, the opportunity to fight for the belt is the most elusive part of the sport. While being a great fighter will get you there, it takes time without a fanbase backing you and a marketable personality.
There is an incredible flyweight matchup that is flying very under the radar this weekend.
I have no idea why considering the stakes involved with the matchup.
The winner should be next for a flyweight title shot.
Who ya got, Askarov or Kara-France?
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Furthermore, the divisions are in perpetual motion. Injuries, meaningless rankings, and many other variables have postponed or completely voided title opportunities for many fighters.
While it may not always be granted, there's usually someone in each division that looks like they're next in line to have a go at the belt. In this list, we'll delve into the fighters that should be next in line to try their hand at the championship. Here are 5 UFC fighters who should be awarded title shots.
#5. Askar Askarov vs. Kai Kara-France at UFC Columbus
Askar Askarov and Kai Kara-France are set to see who will challenge for the flyweight strap next. UFC on ESPN 33 should give fans a clear answer on who will take on the winner of Deiveson Figueiredo vs Brandon Moreno 4.
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Askar Askarov has an impressive 14-0-1 record, the only blemish on the record being a split-draw against Moreno. Kara-France is on a two-fight win streak with both of these coming by way of KO/TKO.
This fourth match should add some finality to the rivalry between Figueiredo and Moreno, meaning that the promotion will be looking for the next contender. Kara-France and Askarov will be looking to let it be known that one of them will be the fighter to challenge for the belt next.
This bout is between the two hottest prospects that the flyweight division has to offer. The 6th ranked 'Don't Blink' meeting the 2nd ranked 'Bullet' should give some resolve to a division that currently is on hold until the rivalry is settled.