Wrestling has proven one of the strongest bases from which to launch an MMA career, so will we see one of greatest American wrestlers of all-time ever step in the cage?
Recently, Olympic gold-medal winner and multiple-time world champion Jordan Burroughs earned a very one-sided technical fall over undefeated UFC contender Ben Askren in a charity wrestling match. Shortly after, Dana White was asked if he’d be open to welcoming Burroughs to the octagon, and the UFC boss admitted he’d be “very interested” in perhaps reaching a deal.
Burroughs, himself, has only expressed a passing interest in the idea of an MMA fight, but he hasn’t completely ruled out the idea. So with that in mind, the latest edition of our Daily Debate featured a simple question: Do you think Burroughs will ever fight in the UFC?
The results, via Twitter:
To hear the MMA Junkie Radio crew – and guest co-host Richard Hunter – weigh in on the topic, watch the video above.
For more on the UFC’s upcoming schedule, check out the MMA Rumors section of the site.
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