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Wednesday, Sep 07, 2016

Report: Donald Cerrone – Robbie Lawler Set For UFC 205

Donald Cerrone (photo via UFC)

By FCF Staff

It looks as though the first fight for UFC 205 has been booked, as Donald Cerrone will reportedly battle Robbie Lawler at the November 12th, New York City event.

Recently there has been speculation that the UFC was working on Cerrone – Lawler, and recently Cleveland radio host Anthony Lima reportedDana White has confirmed with him that the bout is signed for UFC 205.

Cerrone (31-7) has won three straight fights now at 170 pounds, after he was stopped by now former lightweight champ Rafael dos Anjos in December.

Lawler (27-11) will be fighting for the first time since UFC 201 in July, when he lost the welterweight crown to Tyron Woodley via knockout.

UFC 205 will be hosted by the iconic Madison Square Garden.

posted by FCF Staff @ 6:47 pm
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