Michael Morales made a significant statement to the entire UFC welterweight division by securing a first-round victory against former title challenger Gilbert Burns in the main event of UFC Vegas 106. At only 25 years old, Morales appears to have unlimited potential and ample time to ascend to the top of the weight class.
In the wake of Morales` impressive showing, analysts Mike Heck and Jed Meshew provided their analysis on the surging 170-pounder`s win, speculating on his potential next opponent and examining where things went wrong for Burns. Their discussion also covered other notable points from the event, including reactions to the performance bonus winners and the news regarding Patchy Mix signing with the UFC to step in against Marlon Vera at UFC 316.
Marcus Blakely