The UFC plans to stage 45 events in 2015, and during that time, hundreds of fighters will enter and exit the octagon. While pre-fight hype is an enjoyable aspect of the sport, it’s ultimately the in-cage performances that speak most to fans. For the majority of fighters, the opportunity to present their skills to the world only comes along a few times per year. A total of 22 fighters got the chance on Saturday as part of UFC 187 at Las Vegas’ MGM Grand Garden Arena. The organization’s third pay-per-view in “Sin City” this year delivered what many are calling the “Event of the Year.” Now that UFC 187 is in the books, it’s time to commence MMAjunkie’s “Three Stars” ceremony. * * * * Daniel Cormier Third Star: Daniel Cormier Daniel Cormier (16-1 MMA, 5-1 UFC) said he would make Anthony Johnson (19-5 MMA, 10-5 UFC) quit in UFC 187’s main event.
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The three stars of ‘UFC 187: Johnson vs. Cormier’ in Las Vegas – MMA Junkie