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9. Gunnar Nelson Vs. Thiago Alves - UFC Fight Night: Hermansson Vs. Cannonier
It's a battle of the UFC veterans, as former title contender Thiago Alves takes on grappling sensation Gunnar Nelson in a battle for relevance inside the Welterweight division.
Nelson has always been a tricky fighter, using his awkward karate stance and deceptive speed to blast opponents on the feet. When it gets to the ground, the 31-year old has the ability to quickly transition into various submissions, threatening his opponents in every moment of the fight.
While Alves might not have a ground game that matches Nelson, he does have some really powerful striking. The Brazilian has made a career of landing brutal leg kicks and bone-breaking knees to all areas of his opponent's body. Even though he hasn't quite looked at his best in his last few fights, counting him out would be a mistake.
Both men are still talented, but are in a position where they have a lot to prove. Can they still be a legitimate force inside the Octagon or are they destined for the role of the gatekeeper?