The aftermath of Gilbert Melendez’ first UFC title fight could have been disastrous. Following years of excellence atop the lightweight division in the Strikeforce organization, his UFC debut against then-lightweight champion Benson Henderson in April of 2013 saw him lose a controversial split decision.Cue the dramatic music that leads to the fall of “El Nino,” as he’s unable to shake off the defeat and get back to where he was in the 155-pound pecking order.Thankfully, it didn’t turn out that way for Melendez, who instead bounced back with a win in a Fight of t … Read the Full Article Here
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