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Frank Mir Expected Andrei Arlovski to Receive Next UFC Heavyweight Title Shot

Before their UFC 191 matchup was announced, Frank Mir believed Andrei Arlovski had done enough to be named the heavyweight division’s No. 1 contender.

That’s why Mir was surprised when Cain Velasquez -- who was soundly defeated by Fabricio Werdum at UFC 188 -- was granted an immediate rematch against “Vai Cavalo.” After nearly two years on the sideline due to injury, Velasquez faded in the altitude of Mexico City before tapping to a Werdum guillotine choke 2:13 into the third round of their June 13 clash.