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UFC 181: Hendricks vs. Lawler II
UFC 181: Hendricks vs. Lawler II was a mixed martial arts event held on December 6, 2014 at Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main event was a Welterweight championship rematch between champion Johny Hendricks and number one contender Robbie Lawler. Their first fight at UFC 171 ended in a unanimous decision victory in favor of the reigning champion. The Co-main event featured was a Lightweight Championship bout, which also served as the coaches bout for The Ultimate Fighter Season 20, as current champion Anthony Pettis made his first title defense against Gilbert Melendez.
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Plot Summary
UFC 181 featured a highly anticipated rematch for the UFC Welterweight Championship between Johny Hendricks and Robbie Lawler. The co-main event showcased a lightweight title bout between champion Anthony Pettis and challenger Gilbert Melendez. The event was filled with exciting finishes and pivotal moments in the welterweight division.
Critical Reception
UFC 181 was generally well-received by fans and critics, primarily for its main event rematch which delivered a close and exciting fight, and the co-main event title bout. The card was seen as a strong offering to end the year for the UFC, showcasing top talent in two of its most exciting divisions.
What Reviewers Say
The main event rematch between Hendricks and Lawler was a closely contested and hard-fought battle, with Lawler ultimately emerging victorious.
Anthony Pettis successfully defended his lightweight title against a game Gilbert Melendez.
The event provided several exciting finishes and memorable performances across the card.
Google audience: Audience reception data for specific UFC events like UFC 181 is not typically aggregated on platforms like Google Reviews in a way that allows for a specific summary of audience likes or dislikes. However, fan discussions generally highlight the main event's intensity and the Pettis vs. Melendez bout as key highlights.
Fun Fact
Robbie Lawler's split decision victory over Johny Hendricks at UFC 181 avenged his loss to Hendricks at UFC 171 and marked his first UFC Welterweight Championship reign.
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