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#4. Vitor Belfort vs. Randy Couture - UFC 46
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Vitor Belfort achieved a great deal of success during his legendary career and reached the pinnacle at UFC 46. He defeated Randy Couture via doctor's stoppage in the main event to become the new light heavyweight champion.
Belfort was no stranger to big moments as he previously won the heavyweight tournament at age 19.
This achievement of becoming light heavyweight champion, however, did not come in decisive fashion. The bout was a rematch of their 1997 encounter during which 'The Natural' finished 'The Phenom' with strikes.
Belfort was looking to avenge his loss and prove that he was the better fighter. He did avenge his loss, but there was still doubt on whether he was the better fighter.
The fight lasted only 49 seconds and was stopped after one of Belfort's punches cut Couture's eyelid. The champion wanted to continue, but the doctor felt it wasn't safe to do so. 'The Natural' got his revenge later that year as he defeated 'The Phenom' in their trilogy bout to regain the light heavyweight championship.
#3. Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier - UFC 264
Conor McGregor's injury in the main event of UFC 264 has resulted in the former two-division champion being sidelined all year. McGregor fought rival Dustin Poirier in a trilogy bout to settle the score. The buildup to their rematch was more cordial and respectful, but the trilogy was a completely different story.
'Mystic Mac' ramped up the trash talk and there was even more bad blood between the two as a result. 'The Diamond' was in control throughout the bout and managed to do damage with his ground-and-pound after taking McGregor down.
The fight lasted only one round as the former two-division champion was unable to continue after breaking his leg.
'The Notorious' broke his leg after landing a kick during an exchange. Following the loss, McGregor shared a video on Twitter saying it was an illegitimate win and that his rivalry with Poirier isn't over. This leaves the door open for the promotion should they decide to book a fourth fight in the future.
Here's Conor McGregor sharing his thoughts on his loss to Dustin Poirer:
