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Clay Guida,
Thiago Tavares,
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Urijah Faber,
Mac Danzig,
Gray Maynard,
Matt Wiman,
Anderson Silva,
Vitor Belfort,
Thiago Silva
By Jacob Camargo October 16, 2009Lightweight contenders Tyson Griffin and Jim Miller are in discussions to face each other at the UFC 108 in Jan. News of the bout was first reported by MMAjunkie.com.
Griffin (14-2) is 6-1 in his last seven fights, which includes two straight wins over Rafael dos Anjos and most recently over Hermes Franca at UFC 103 last month. His only defeat over the span came against Sean Sherk at UFC 90. Griffin has compiled at 7-2 record in nine fights with the UFC, scoring notable wins over Clay Guida, Thiago Tavares, Gleison Tibau, and Marcus Aurelio.
The Xtreme Couture product has also earned five "Fight of the Night" awards during his time with the UFC. Despite being known for going to decisions, he has finished nine of his 14 career wins. Griffin holds other notable career wins over Melchor Manibusan, Duane Ludwig, and Urijah Faber.
Miller (15-2) is also streaking as he is 9-1 in his last 10 bouts; a span which includes back-to...
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