Hyun Gyu Lim didn’t have a big reputation when the UFC picked him up last year, but the Korean Top Team welterweight has rapidly made a name for himself after back-to-back stoppage wins inside the Octagon. Lim let his knees do the talking in both UFC outings, finishing Marcelo Guimares in the first round and Pascal Krauss in the second, but will have his work cut out trying to outstrike his next opponent. On Jan. 4, he is taking on renowned kickboxer Tarec Saffiedine in the main event of UFC Fight Night 34. The 28-year-old was initially scheduled to face Japanese newcomer Kiichi Kunimoto, but was elevated to headline status following an injury to Jake Ellenberger
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Hyun Gyu Lim Eager to Make Most of Elevation to Headlining Status at UFC Singapore – MMA Weekly