Featuring dramatic finishes, star-making performances, title changes and come-from-behind victories, FIGHT PASS presents the definitive top 10 Fights of the Year for 2016.
*Fights through December 9 eligible.
Top 10 Fight of 2016No 1: Robbie Lawler vs Carlos Condit, UFC 195Jan 6, 2017 (36:14)
Just minutes into this instant classic for the UFC welterweight title, it was apparent defending champ Robbie Lawler was involved in yet another Fight of the Year candidate. There were other strong contenders, but after the final analysis “Ruthless” Robbie took his third consecutive FIGHT PASS Fight of the Year.
Top 10 Fight of 2016No 2: Nate Diaz vs Conor McGregor 2, UFC 202Jan 6, 2017 (35:21)
The inevitable rematch between Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor exceeded even the high expectations set by the unforgettable first fight. The hype was heavier, the pre-fight talk was trashier - and the return fight itself was even more thrilling than the original.
Top 10 Fight of 2016No 3: Conor McGregor vs Nate Diaz 1, UFC 196Jan 6, 2017 (16:52)
One of the greatest fights in UFC history was thrown together on 11 days’ notice, when Nate Diaz stepped in to face superstar Connor McGregor. A wild firestorm of a fight which had fans clamoring for a rematch within moments of its shocking finish.
Top 10 Fight of 2016No: 4 Michael Bisping vs Anderson Silva, UFC FIGHT NIGHT LondonJan 6, 2017 (38:21)
Michael Bisping and Anderson Silva made their UFC debuts within weeks of each other in 2006 - yet it took a decade for the iconic middleweights to meet. When they finally faced off, they produced a five round classic which had it all: knockdowns, heart, stunning technical striking and a ton of controversy.
Top 10 Fight of 2016No 5: Tyron Woodley vs Stephen Thompson, UFC 205Jan 6, 2017 (37:18)
At the site of so many legendary boxing battles – New York’s Madison Square Garden - Tyron Woodley and Stephen Thompson produced a mixed martial arts slugfest every bit as exciting as an Ali vs Frazier or Bowe vs Golota.
Top 10 Fight of 2016No 6: Joanna Jedrzejczyk vs. Claudia Gadelha 2, The Ultimate Fighter FinaleJan 6, 2017 (33:30)
Strawweight standouts Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Claudia Gadelha were destined to meet again after they fought to a close decision early in their UFC careers. When the rematch took place, the stakes had been elevated by Jedrzejczyk’s UFC title and what had become a viciously bitter rivalry.
Top 10 Fight of 2016No 7: Dominick Cruz vs TJ Dillashaw, UFC FIGHT NIGHT BostonJan 6, 2017 (33:13)
After finally returning from a series of career-threatening injuries Dominick Cruz challenged for the UFC bantamweight title that he never lost inside the Octagon. His opponent, TJ Dillashaw, had risen to prominence in Cruz’ absence and their title fight was a dazzling clash of styles, speed and strategy.
Top 10 Fight of 2016No 8: Dan Henderson vs Hector Lombard, UFCJan 6, 2017 (12:14)
Revered former PRIDE FC and Strikeforce world champ Dan Henderson scored the final victory of his legendary career in this breathtaking come-from-behind stoppage of powerhouse puncher Hector Lombard.
Top 10 Fight of 2016No 9: Miesha Tate v Holly Holm, UFC 196Jan 6, 2017 (33:37)
UFC bantamweight champion Holly Holm had shocked the world in 2015 by knocking out Ronda Rousey, and she made a quick return to defend her title against top contender Miesha Tate. Their unforgettable bout showcased the skills, heart and determination that define UFC champions.
Top 10 Fight of 2016No 10: Stipe Miocic vs Alistair Overeem, UFC 203Jan 6, 2017 (10:44)
In his first defense of the UFC heavyweight belt, pugilist specialist Stipe Miocic swopped broadsides with one of the few men on the planet with similarly destructive firepower: kickboxing icon Alistair Overeem. Their title fight was everything fans expected it to be.
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