Rory MacDonald To Meet Stephen Thompson On June 18 In Canada

No. 2-ranked UFC welterweight Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson is coming off of the biggest win of his career, a first round demolition of former champion Johny “Bigg Rigg” Hendricks last month.

Now, “Wonderboy” will attempt to continue his rise to glory, as he’s set to face off with No. 1-ranked former title challenger Rory “Red King” MacDonald.

UFC President Dana White announced the news at today’s (March 4, 2016) UFC: Unstoppable press conference, confirming that the two would be headlining a Fight Night card on June 18, 2016 in Ottawa, Canada.

Prior to his win over Hendricks, Thompson had won five straight including three by way of finish, quickly becoming a fan favorite due to his dazzling striking style.

MacDonald, on the other hand, is coming off a five round war with reigning welterweight champion “Ruthless” Robbie Lawler at last July’s UFC 189, a fight many consider to be amongst the best of all-time.

Prior to his second loss to Lawler, the “Red King” had won three straight over Demian Maia, Tyron Woodley, and Tarec Saffiedine.

A battle between a long-time contender, and a rising phenom, this fight will likely present the next title challenger at 170-pounds.

Who do you see coming out victorious?