Woodley puts belt on the line against Thompson at UFC 205

T. Woodley (left) and S. Thompson (right) face each other at UFC 205. (Photo: Produção SUPER LUTAS – Divulgação/UFC)

Tyron woodley will put his belt on the line for the first time against Stephen Thompson at UFC 205, on November 12th, in an event that will mark the debut of Ultimate in New York. The Brazilian Demian Maia He was also considered a possible next challenger for the welterweight title, but the organization gave priority to the American. The announcement was made by Woodley himself, just before the UFC Hidalgo ceremonial weigh-in, this Friday.

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Woodley, 34 years old, became champion of the category by defeating Robbie Lawler at UFC 201, in July this year, by knockout in the first round. With 16 wins and just three losses in his career, he hasn't known what it's like to lose since 2014, when he was surpassed by Rory McDonald in the unanimous decision of the judges. In Ultimate, there are six positive results and two negative results.

Thompson, in turn, is going through the best phase of his career. At 33 years old, the karateka has won seven consecutive victories, the last two over names like the former champion John hendricks e Rory McDonald. With 13 victories and only one setback on his record – to Matt Brown, four years ago -, Stephen conquers