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UFC 171 headliners to share their thoughts on upcoming title fight main event set for March 15th
DALLAS, TX, January 16, 2014 –Today our friends over at the Dallas Morning News / SportsdayDFW are hosting a LIVE chat with UFC 171 headliners Robbie Lawler and Johny Hendricks. The two are set to face off in the main event of the evening at UFC 171 set for March 15, 2014 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX.
Just to refresh your memories, “Big Rigg” Johny Hendricks (15-2) will be fighting for the welterweight title for the second time in a row following his controversial split decision loss to Georges St. Pierre at UFC 167 last November. The general consensus amongst fans and pundits alike was that he won that fight, an opinion also shared by UFC president Dana White. The judges didn’t see it that way however he now gets his chance at redemption against Robber Lawler following the abrupt semi-retirement of GSP who chose to vacate the belt as opposed to facing Johny and defending the title for the second time.
Meanwhile Robbie Lawler has earned his shot at the title as well. The longtime veteran fought his way back into contention after reappearing in the UFC following a long stint in the Strikeforce promotion. Since redebuting last February “Ruthless” Robbie Lawler has scored three wins in a row, including a very impressive victory against GSP’s Tristar Gym teammate and heir apparent Rory MacDonald.
Get your chance to speak to both Hendricks and Lawler today at 11am CST through the chat module below.
Also by participating you’ll get a chance to win two tickets to UFC 171 courtesy of Dallas Morning News. All you have to do is ask a question to Johny or Robbie and INCLUDE your e-mail address and you’ll automatically be entered. The winner will then be announced by the conclusion of the chat session.
Have fun!
Dallas Morning News Live Chat – Johny Hendricks and Robbie Lawler
