5 Blockbuster Fights UFC Should Make (And 5 They Never Did)
5. Should Book - Demetrious Johnson Vs. TJ Dillashaw
Demetrious Johnson is on the verge of making history. If he defeats Ray Borg at UFC 215, he will have defended his flyweight championship eleven times, breaking Anderson Silva's all-time title defense record. It could be a huge moment for a man who has already etched his name in the history books as an all-time great and is now chasing GOAT status. For his greatness, 'Mighty Mouse' deserves a big money fight and there is no better opponent for such a bout than TJ Dillashaw.
It makes so much sense. Johnson is a frustratingly quick, wrestling oriented fighter who methodically breaks down his opponents with nonstop pressure. Meanwhile, Dillashaw is an expert striker who has the speed and wrestling chops necessary to keep the fight standing and prevent Mighty Mouse from dragging him into deep waters. Also, Dillashaw is undersized at bantamweight, despite being a former champion there, and the weight cut to 125 lbs. wouldn't impact his abilities.
A Johnson - Dillashaw super fight wouldn't be a slug fest, but a physical chess match between two of the brightest, most gifted fighters that the UFC has to offer.