Welterweight, Taiyilake Nueraji (10-1, 1 NC):
Nueraji made a lot of fans after his knockout on Road to UFC last year. I wasn’t as sold on his as others had been, but he just continues to win and do so in dramatic fashion. It’s a wonder why the UFC hasn’t signed him considering he’s from a big market in China, super exciting, and in a weight class that needs new blood.
Nueraji has credible wrestling but on the feet he’s downright dangerous. He has good control with his range and although his left hand is his primary weapon he can end it with anything. He’s in love with throwing elbows and that’s become a valuable weapon in his last few fights.
