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UFC 166: Velasquez vs. Dos Santos III
UFC 166: Velasquez vs. dos Santos III was a mixed martial arts event held on October 19, 2013, at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. The main event was a UFC Heavyweight Championship bout between the current champion Cain Velasquez and top contender Junior dos Santos. The two have split their two previous encounters with Dos Santos winning the first bout via first round knockout and then Velasquez winning the rematch via unanimous decision at UFC 155.
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Plot Summary
UFC 166 featured a highly anticipated trilogy bout between UFC Heavyweight Champion Cain Velasquez and former champion Junior dos Santos. The event also included a co-main event clash between Daniel Cormier and Roy Nelson, as well as other exciting matchups within the heavyweight division and beyond. The night was filled with decisive finishes and showcased the pinnacle of heavyweight mixed martial arts competition.
Critical Reception
UFC 166 was widely praised by critics and fans for its stacked card, particularly the heavyweight championship main event. The trilogy fight between Velasquez and Dos Santos delivered a definitive conclusion, with Velasquez dominating. The undercard also featured exciting performances, solidifying its reputation as a memorable MMA event.
What Reviewers Say
The heavyweight title trilogy fight was a decisive and dominant performance by Cain Velasquez.
The undercard featured several exciting bouts and memorable knockouts.
Considered a strong event in the heavyweight division's history.
Google audience: As an event rather than a film, specific Google user reviews are not applicable in the same way. However, fan discussions generally highlight the excitement of the heavyweight matchups and the conclusive nature of the championship bout.
Fun Fact
The main event between Cain Velasquez and Junior dos Santos was the first time in UFC history that two heavyweights met three times for the undisputed championship.
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