2012 Fight of the Night

If this battle between British submission artist Terry Etim and Brazilian Muay Thai machine Edson Barboza is typical of the matchups we can expect from the lightweight division in 2012, it's going to be an unforgettable year at 155 pounds.

Respected striker Pat Barry will be in with a giant of the division when he squares off with 6-foot-6 prospect Christian Morecraft in what promises to be a memorable heavyweight scrap.

Evan Dunham, one of the most versatile prospects in the 155-pound weight class, will need to have his ground game on point against grappling specialist Nik Lentz, a fighter who was unbeaten in seven Octagon outings.

It's been six months since the Brazilian's last fight and Fabricio Werdum has been fine-tuning his skills, he returns to the Octagon for a scrap with the always-entertaining Roy Nelson at UFC 143.

When it comes to action, there are few more compelling figures than knockout artist Jake Ellenberger and cardio machine Diego Sanchez. Get ready for a battle for a shot at the division title.

The most unlikely UFC champion meets the former WEC champion in a battle between two true athletes. Watch lightweight champion Frankie Edgar fight Benson Henderson.

See the speed and agility of flyweights Demetrious 'Mighty Mouse' Johnson and Ian 'Uncle Creepy' McCall battle for rankings in the UFC's first-ever flyweight tournament.

Aggressive, well-rounded vets Brad Pickett and Damacio Page plan on going to war to move up in the bantamweight division.

Mark Hominick is motivated for his bout against Eddie Yagin, as both push to make their way up to title contention.

A 13 fight streak earned Brazilian flyweight John Lineker a spot in the UFC, but he's getting put to the test immediately, as The Ultimate Fighter 14's Louis Gaudinot brings more to the Octagon than just his bright green hair.

Two featherweights with finishing skills in their fists and submission games clash as Dustin Poirier prepares to battle 'Korean Zombie' Chan Sung Jung.

TUF Live standouts Justin Lawrence and John Cofer are willing to lay it all on the line to get in to the UFC, but only one can walk away with the win.

Longtime bantamweight standouts Scott Jorgensen and Eddie Wineland will finally meet in a pivotal bout.

In one of of the most bitter rivalries in the lightweight division, there is finally closure when Sam Stout and Spencer Fisher meet for the rubber match of their three fight set.

Two huge fan favorites will throw down in a rematch between two of the very best fighters in the history of mixed martial arts. One of the most feared fighters in the UFC, Brazil's Wanderlei Silva takes on the former UFC Middleweight Champ, Rich Franklin.

Tito Ortiz and Forrest Griffin have earned split decision wins over each other in the past, and now face each other in the Octagon to settle the score once and for all.

8-1 in his career, Mitch Gagnon has scored submissions in each of his wins, with his guillotine being particularly deadly. Strikeforce and WEC vet Bryan Caraway has seen plenty in his seven year career, and has experience and momentum on his side.

Two fighters known for their exciting styles square off, as Jamie Varner and Joe Lauzon get set to wow the crowd.

Donald Cerrone and Melvin Guillard will go to war once the octagon door closes. The winner will emerge at the top of the heap of the 155 pound contenders.

Evan Dunham and TJ Grant don't talk trash, but you won't find any fighters who want to win more than they do. Ground ace Grant is unbeaten at 155, and Dunham is also on a hot streak with back-to-back wins. Both men look to make a statement.

6'11" human wrecking ball Stefan Struve takes on the undefeated beast Stipe Miocic in a heavyweight showdown for the ages.

Diego Nunes is 2-2 thus far in the UFC and more fired up than ever to put on a spectacular performance. Bart Palaszewski is willing to stand and trade with anyone at 145lbs and has been eagerly awaiting his return to the Octagon.