Stephen Thompson VS Tyron Woodley is set for UFC 205.
UFC 205 just got a lot bigger. The long anticipated debut of the UFC in New York, now has a title fight confirmed. Tyron Woodley VS Stephen Thompson is now official. The two will meet on November 12th. Tyron Woodley, fresh off his knock out win against Robbie Lawler , Will defend his Welterweight title against Stephen Wonderboy Thompson.
When first presented with the idea of fighting Thompson, Woodley was not excited and tried to shut it down. He wanted a fight against Georges St-Pierre or Nick Diaz. He will instead have to settle for fighting Wonderboy Thompson. Tyron may be disappointed with this match up, but the fans are loving it. Stephen Thompson has been super impressive. Winning 7 in a row. Beating guys like former champ Johny Hendricks and number 1 contender Rory MacDonald.
UFC 205 has some Solid fights scheduled. A rumored main event featuring Conor McGregor VS Eddie Alvarez for the Lightweight title. Chris Wiedman will finally get to fight in his own back yard as he takes on Yoel Romero. Rashad Evans is making his Middleweight debut against Tim Kennedy. Donald Cerrone is going to take on Kelvin Gastelum. Frankie Edgar VS Jeremy Stephens. Man, what a card. Lets hope injuries don’t hurt this card, like it as to so many other cards.