u200bMiddleweight champion Israel Adesanya has run through the top opponents in his division, creating space for new challengers. Derek Brunson and Darren Till are each seeking a title shot, and the winner of their UFC Fight Night bout Saturday afternoon will go a long way in determining the upper echelon of the middleweight division.
u200bSeeking his fifth straight victory, Brunson (22–7) is ranked fifth in the division. A win against Till (18-3-1) puts him in serious consideration for a title fight.
u200b“This fight has some huge implications, so I know what’s at stake here,” says Brunson.