The main event of UFC on ESPN 9 may have represented a changing of the guard. Former longtime welterweight champion Tyron Woodley endured his second five-round domination in a row, this time to Gilbert Burns. Given the non-competitive nature of the contest, the debate is whether Burns is that good or if Woodley is that deteriorated. Clearly, that question can’t be answered until one or both have fought again. That doesn’t mean we won’t be debating that question up until that time because that’s what sports fans do.
Winners
Gilbert Burns: Even if time proves that Woodley is deteriorated, credit needs to go to Burns for his outstanding performance.