DT: We’re going to have to disagree that Ferguson has a “more deserving resume.” Team Eagle feels that Khabib has been performing at a high level for a longer time. Ferguson just entered the top 10 in 2015. And while I hate to bring up old fights and play MMA math but Ferguson lost to Michael Johnson a few years ago. Khabib just ragdolled Michael Johnson.
Knowing the UFC needs to sell as many PPV buys as possible, the most logical financial decision would be to have Nate Diaz vs Conor in a trilogy fight for the 155 pound title. It would be the biggest fight of all time and Khabib vs Ferguson could be the co-main event on the same show, in a #1 contender fight.
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