In the fast-paced world of MMA, there are dozens of questions surrounding any given event. But when the dust settles, there’s usually only one that sticks: what’s next?
Following the conclusion of every card, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck looks back at the results, reads the tea leaves, stirs the cauldron, and makes suggestions for what should—or could—be next for the event’s notable names.
UFC on ESPN 11 is in the books and there was certainly a lot to talk about following another event at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas. We saw some breakout performances, fighters bouncing back in the win column, a five-round heavyweight main event featuring the victorious Curtis Blaydes and Alexander Volkov, as well as a “Fight of the Year” nominee with Josh Emmett defeating Shane Burgos.