In a battle of two former UFC champs, former lightweight title holder Rafael dos Anjos (28-9 MMA, 17-7 UFC) proved he’s a real threat at 170 pounds, whitewashing future UFC Hall of Famer Robbie Lawler (28-12 MMA, 13-6 UFC). The welterweight bout was the main event of today’s UFC on FOX 26 event at Bell MTS Place in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. It aired on FOX following prelims on FS1 and UFC Fight Pass. Lawler was patient to start, while dos Anjos was busy on his feet, darting in and out and opening with a low kick. The two did engage in the pocket early, with both men landing clean in a fun flurry. The constant movement from dos Anjos opened a few opportunities, but Lawler was always in position to answer back with powerful countershots
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