Dennis Bermudez

Dennis Bermudez was a high-energy featherweight grinder whose UFC career took off after he reached the finale of The Ultimate Fighter. At his peak he ripped off a seven-fight win streak that carried him to the edge of title contention, including a notable victory over a young Max Holloway before Holloway became a longtime champion.

Bermudez fought at a frantic, cardio-heavy pace, mixing wrestling and volume to try to overwhelm opponents. He couldn't quite break through against the division's elite, and his later years saw the wins dry up before he retired as a respected veteran.

For a new fan, Bermudez is a fun watch and a piece of featherweight history - a grinder who beat a future great and made every fight an exhausting, entertaining battle.