Lightweight contender Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone extended his winning streak to five with a unanimous decision win over former Bellator lightweight titleholder Eddie Alvarez at UFC 175 on Saturday. Alvarez waited a long time to make his UFC debut. The 30-year-old mixed martial arts veteran agreed to the terms of a UFC contract after fulfilling his Bellator deal in October 2012, but Bellator opted to exercise their right to match the offer to keep the fighter. Alvarez then entered a legal battle with the organization
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UFC 178 Results: ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone Ruins Eddie Alvarez’ First Rodeo in the UFC – MMA Weekly