The bigger Octagon travels to Hidalgo, Texas for the first time, and what is lacking in star power can be made up for in frills. At the top is an intriguing lightweight bout from cusp contenders who find themselves in a big spot to shine. There’s also an intriguing middleweight bout between a company bogeyman and — very quietly — one of the hottest fighters in the division.
What: UFC Fight Night 94
Where: State Farm Arena, Hidalgo, Texas
When: Saturday, Sept. 17. The two-fight UFC Fight Pass prelims begin at 7 p.