Robbie Lawler might be a surprising choice for some reading this list, but the fact is that Lawler has looked like a monster since returning to the UFC after they acquired rival Strikeforce. This is a fighter that went a pedestrian 3-3 in his original UFC run, with his best victory being over Chris "Lights Out" Lytle. That fighter is not the same fighter you see today. Since his return, Lawler has been a destructive force of nature, knocking out Josh Koscheck and Bobby Voelkr before defeating Rory Macdonald by decision. That streak earned him a title fight against Johnny "Big Rig" Hendricks for GSP's vacant title after the Canadian announced a leave of absence. Looking great in that fight, Lawler lost a decision, but came back with a TKO of Jake Ellenberger, and is now expected to go up against Matt "The Immortal" Brown for another shot at a title fight. Lawler could easily be the next welterweight champ if he gets a second shot at Hendricks.
Primarily covering the sport of MMA from Ontario, Canada, Jay Anderson has been writing for various publications covering sports, technology, and pop culture since 2001. Jay holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Guelph, and a Certificate in Leadership Skills from Humber College.
