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Once one of the sport’s ascendant superstars, Anthony Pettis’ journey through mixed martial arts now resembles more of a rollercoaster ride.
The longtime Duke Roufus disciple made his professional debut on his 20th birthday in 2007, sharpened his skills while weaving through MMA’s minor leagues and later captured titles in World Extreme Cagefighting and the Ultimate Fighting Championship. However, after starting his career 18-2, Pettis has lost eight times over his last 12 appearances, his shortcomings becoming increasingly apparent.