Stipe Miocic was coming off a loss and wasn't expected to pose much of a threat to Roy Nelson.However, Miocic bruised and battered "Big Country" in the co-main event of UFC 161: Evans Vs. Henderson Saturday night, scoring a decision victory.
Asked if it was the biggest win of his career, Miocic replied "I think so. Would you think so?" to Joe Rogan.
Miocic (10-1) connected on 137 significant strikes, including 117 to the head of Nelson, who was expected to make a run at the UFC title with a win. Now, his future remains unknown, as this was the final fight on his contract.
For the 30-year-old Miocic, he said the win felt "fantastic. I just want to go home now, hang out with my family and friends."
Nelson (19-8) is 6-4 in the UFC, with all four losses coming via decision.
Asked if it was the biggest win of his career, Miocic replied "I think so. Would you think so?" to Joe Rogan.
Miocic (10-1) connected on 137 significant strikes, including 117 to the head of Nelson, who was expected to make a run at the UFC title with a win. Now, his future remains unknown, as this was the final fight on his contract.
For the 30-year-old Miocic, he said the win felt "fantastic. I just want to go home now, hang out with my family and friends."
Nelson (19-8) is 6-4 in the UFC, with all four losses coming via decision.