Demetrious Johnson Questions UFC’s Legitimacy After Diego Lopes Title Shot

Former Champion Questions UFC's Legitimacy: Why Does Diego Lopes Get Another Title Shot While Lerone Murphy Waits?

After Alexander Volkanovski’s dominant unanimous decision win over Diego Lopes at UFC 314 in April, the UFC announced an immediate rematch for the January 31 headliner at UFC 325 in Sydney. The former UFC champion’s problem isn’t with the matchup itself, it’s with the fact that Lerone Murphy, the undefeated #4 ranked featherweight who’s been tearing through the division, got left on the sidelines.​ Why Does Diego Lopes Get Another Title Shot Whi…

Demetrious Johnson Questions UFC’s Legitimacy After Diego Lopes Title Shot

Demetrious Johnson and Diego Lopes (Photo by Imagn Images) The UFC is on a break, but it’s a matter of time before back-to-back action-packed events take place. UFC’s two major PPVs have been announced, and fans have expressed dissatisfaction over the matchmaking. Joining the conversation, Demetrious Johnson questions why Diego Lopes gets another title shot at UFC 325. Alexander Volkanovski was shocked to see Lopes as his next opponent. Lerone M…