Every single list of champions on the UFC roster stands out. From the domination of Jon Jones to upsetting count of Chris Weidman, and the equally as impressive outstanding of Jose Aldo every single one of the UFC champions has rightfully earned their place amongst the UFC roster. But there's one of these champions who has yet to make his prescence known by defending his title but has pretty much made a name for himself by defeating the who's who of 155.. the man I'm talking about is Anthony Pettis.
A Milwuakee Wisconsin native, Anthony Pettis brings a swagger to the octagon unseen by any UFC fighter in the past and lives up to that swagger with his unique innovative offense. It's no wonder he was quick to be recognized in the WEC's lightweight division regardless of having a lone loss to Bart Palaszewski (who btw, had a considerable amount of experience on him heading into that fight). And although he may be itching to avenge that rematch, it may have just been his cryptonite considering Palaszewski is no longer employed by the UFC.
Pettis is best known for the running kick off the cage which is now referred to as the showtime kick. And ever since then, he has demonstrated that same kind of unique style in every single one of his fights. He has provided a highlight reel of kick knockouts over the likes of Joe Lauzon and Donald Cerrone and beating Benson Henderson with a scary armbar (which was the 2nd time he defeated and took a belt from Henderson, might I add) has proved that his man has the capability to survive in nearly every aspect of the fight game.
The only thing keeping Pettis from shining any further are current nagging injuries. Shortly after taking the belt from Henderson, Pettis was scheduled to defend his newly won lightweight championship against TJ Grant. After Grant was removed from the belt citing a concussion and replaced by Josh Thompson, Pettis himself was pulled from the bout citing an MCL tear that he is currently still nursing. Before that, Pettis had an 11 month layoff between his fights with Joe Lauzon and Donald Cerrone.
It's this same injury that prevented Pettis from competing in a superfight for the ages against Jose Aldo last August. A fight that both men have expressed interest in competing in, but in the mean time that fight will have to wait. Next up for Pettis is a coaching stint on The Ultimate Fighter opposite Gilbert Melendez, which will decide the very first UFC's women's strawweight championship. Following this stint Pettis will meet Melendez, more than likely at the UFC's rear end pay per view from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. And considering he can defeat Melendez while Aldo can defeat Chad Mendes, hopefully this superfight will finally be off the discussion board and on the match making board.
[MENTION=154]Swinny[/MENTION] [MENTION=60]The Linebacker[/MENTION] [MENTION=1]Bad News Brandon[/MENTION] I urge you three to please watch this video.
[MENTION=75]Champagne Charlie[/MENTION] this will now be your favorite fighter.
[video=youtube;E7JoVtI3fso]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7JoVtI3fso[/video]
A Milwuakee Wisconsin native, Anthony Pettis brings a swagger to the octagon unseen by any UFC fighter in the past and lives up to that swagger with his unique innovative offense. It's no wonder he was quick to be recognized in the WEC's lightweight division regardless of having a lone loss to Bart Palaszewski (who btw, had a considerable amount of experience on him heading into that fight). And although he may be itching to avenge that rematch, it may have just been his cryptonite considering Palaszewski is no longer employed by the UFC.
Pettis is best known for the running kick off the cage which is now referred to as the showtime kick. And ever since then, he has demonstrated that same kind of unique style in every single one of his fights. He has provided a highlight reel of kick knockouts over the likes of Joe Lauzon and Donald Cerrone and beating Benson Henderson with a scary armbar (which was the 2nd time he defeated and took a belt from Henderson, might I add) has proved that his man has the capability to survive in nearly every aspect of the fight game.
The only thing keeping Pettis from shining any further are current nagging injuries. Shortly after taking the belt from Henderson, Pettis was scheduled to defend his newly won lightweight championship against TJ Grant. After Grant was removed from the belt citing a concussion and replaced by Josh Thompson, Pettis himself was pulled from the bout citing an MCL tear that he is currently still nursing. Before that, Pettis had an 11 month layoff between his fights with Joe Lauzon and Donald Cerrone.
It's this same injury that prevented Pettis from competing in a superfight for the ages against Jose Aldo last August. A fight that both men have expressed interest in competing in, but in the mean time that fight will have to wait. Next up for Pettis is a coaching stint on The Ultimate Fighter opposite Gilbert Melendez, which will decide the very first UFC's women's strawweight championship. Following this stint Pettis will meet Melendez, more than likely at the UFC's rear end pay per view from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. And considering he can defeat Melendez while Aldo can defeat Chad Mendes, hopefully this superfight will finally be off the discussion board and on the match making board.
[MENTION=154]Swinny[/MENTION] [MENTION=60]The Linebacker[/MENTION] [MENTION=1]Bad News Brandon[/MENTION] I urge you three to please watch this video.
[MENTION=75]Champagne Charlie[/MENTION] this will now be your favorite fighter.
[video=youtube;E7JoVtI3fso]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7JoVtI3fso[/video]
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