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UFC 300 Special
The best UFC events of all time
UFC 205
Alvarez vs. McGregor
Let's start with arguably the most spectacular UFC card of all time, UFC 205. It marked the first time the UFC was held in New York after mixed martial arts had previously been banned in the state. The main event of the evening pitted Eddie Alvarez and Conor McGregor for the UFC lightweight title. McGregor, already the featherweight champion, delivered a breathtaking performance and made history by becoming the first UFC fighter to hold the title in two weight classes simultaneously.
Additionally, Tyron Woodley and Stephen Thompson delivered a thrilling majority draw in the co-main event for the welterweight title, thrilling fans with their toughness and fighting spirit, leaving fans clamoring for a rematch. In another memorable fight, Joanna Jedrzejczyk defended her strawweight title against Karolina Kowalkiewicz , impressively confirming her dominance in the weight class.
UFC 217
Bisping vs GSP
UFC 217, held on November 4, 2017, also at the legendary Madison Square Garden, was an event for the history books. Three UFC title winners were crowned that evening, the undisputed highlight being the spectacular return of Georges St-Pierre (GSP) , who returned after a four-year hiatus to challenge Michael Bisping and win the middleweight title. GSP's third-round submission victory was a display of finesse and determination that cemented his status as one of the sport's greatest legends. The event also witnessed two more title changes, with TJ Dillashaw winning the bantamweight title from Cody Garbrandt and Rose Namajunas being crowned the new women's strawweight champion with an upset victory over Joanna Jedrzejczyk . UFC 217 offered a night full of unexpected twists and turns, reaffirming why MMA is one of the most exciting and unpredictable sporting events in the world.
UFC 261
Usman vs Masvidal
UFC 261, held on April 24, 2021, in Jacksonville, Florida, was an event that went down in UFC history. In stark contrast to UFC 217, which featured three "And New" fights, three UFC world titles were defended. The spotlight was on the welterweight title fight between Kamaru Usman and Jorge Masvidal , in which Usman triumphed with a spectacular second-round knockout, demonstrating his dominance and cementing his position as one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world. Equally impressive were the women's flyweight and strawweight title fights, in which Valentina Shevchenko and Rose Namajunas delivered outstanding performances defeating their opponents Jessica Andrade and Weili Zhang , respectively. UFC 261 was not only the Covid-19 return of fans to the arena, creating an electric atmosphere with their enthusiasm, but also a demonstration of the power, technique, and unwavering will of the fighters that made this evening an unforgettable chapter in UFC history.
UFC 178
Johnson vs Cariaso
UFC 178, held on September 27, 2014 in Las Vegas, was an event that fully showcased the allure and unpredictability of the sport of MMA. The highlight was the highly anticipated bout between Demetrious Johnson and Chris Cariaso , in which Johnson once again demonstrated his superiority in the flyweight division by submitting Cariaso in an impressive display of versatility and technical skill. But UFC 178 offered far more than just the main event; it was a night where rising stars and established fighters alike shined. Conor McGregor , then still at the beginning of his impressive UFC career, delivered a spectacular fight against Dustin Poirier that underscored his presence in the featherweight division and heralded his future as a superstar. In addition, fights like Donald Cerrone versus Eddie Alvarez provided gripping entertainment and demonstrated the depth of talent in the UFC. UFC 178 was not only an evening of sporting excellence, but also a testament to the endless excitement and dramatic storylines that the sport of MMA has to offer.
UFC 200
Tate vs Nunes
And of course, we can't keep the two anniversary events from you in the run-up to UFC 300.
UFC 200, held on July 9, 2016 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, was a monumental event that will be remembered as one of the biggest shows in UFC history. This edition of the UFC offered a spectacular fight card that captured the essence of mixed martial arts in every fiber. The event featured battles between legends and rising stars, including the main event event between Miesha Tate and Amanda Nunes for the women's bantamweight title, in which Nunes won by submission early in the first round to crown herself the new champion. The event also marked the long-awaited comeback of Brock Lesnar , who triumphed in a heavyweight bout against Mark Hunt , as well as the impressive victory of Daniel Cormier over Anderson Silva in a non-title fight that was called at short notice after the planned super fight between Cormier and Jones (still stated on the fight poster) fell through due to Jones testing positive for drugs. Nevertheless, the UFC managed to make this event one of the biggest in history.
UFC 100
Lesnar vs. Mir
UFC 100, held on July 11, 2009 in Las Vegas, was the first major milestone in the history of mixed martial arts. At the center of the action was the heavyweight title fight between Brock Lesnar and Frank Mir , a clash of two giants in which Lesnar demonstrated his dominant power, defeating Mir by second-round TKO to cement his status as UFC Heavyweight Champion. Equally unforgettable was the welterweight title fight between Georges St-Pierre and Thiago Alves , in which St-Pierre displayed his technical superiority and emerged victorious by unanimous decision, cementing his position as one of the best fighters in the world. UFC 100 not only offered impressive fights, but also a gathering of the sport's greatest talents, whose passion and determination could be felt in every punch, takedown, and submission. This event was a celebration of the sport of MMA, highlighting its global appeal and its place in the world of sports.