Top 10 Most Overrated UFC Fighters of All Time

By : Akshat Trivedi Credits: UFC

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[{"selector":"#anim-bc78f643-3e0f-4fab-9baf-7cc9a67f72c2 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(3.768028378076363%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] With an impressive WWE career, Brock Lesnar 's raw aggression and strength made him a formidable fighter. However, his UFC success was limited, and he fell short against top competition.

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