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UFC Fight Night 90: Dos Anjos vs. Alvarez
UFC Fight Night 90: Dos Anjos vs. Alvarez was a mixed martial arts event held on July 7, 2016 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event was headlined by a UFC Lightweight Championship bout between then-champion Rafael dos Anjos and former two-time Bellator Lightweight Champion Eddie Alvarez.
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Plot Summary
This event was headlined by a lightweight championship bout between then-champion Rafael dos Anjos and former Bellator champion Eddie Alvarez. The co-main event featured a highly anticipated featherweight bout between Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor, a rematch of their UFC 196 fight. The card also showcased several other exciting matchups in various weight classes.
Critical Reception
UFC Fight Night 90 was a significant event in the UFC's calendar, primarily due to its high-profile main and co-main events. The championship bout between dos Anjos and Alvarez was a hard-fought contest, while the Diaz vs. McGregor rematch generated immense global interest and discussion.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its high stakes main event and the return of a highly anticipated rematch.
Commentators and fans often highlighted the exciting knockouts and strategic performances throughout the undercard.
The event was seen as a crucial moment in the lightweight division's landscape.
Google audience: Audience reception for this event is typically tied to the popularity of the fighters involved, with strong positive sentiment often directed towards exciting finishes and dominant performances.
Fun Fact
The main event between Rafael dos Anjos and Eddie Alvarez was originally scheduled for UFC Fight Night 91, but was moved to UFC on Fox 19 before ultimately being moved again to UFC on Fox 20, and then re-branded as UFC Fight Night 90. Eddie Alvarez won the fight via knockout in the first round, becoming the new UFC Lightweight Champion.
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