Top of the bill did not disappoint fight fans at the sold-out MGM Grand – Lyoto ‘The Dragon’ Machida showed his class, patience and power when he stopped Evans in 2 rounds.

The former light heavyweight stars ‘Sugar’ Rashad Evans was down in the opening round which put an end his hopes of defending the title for the first time. Karate star Lyoto Machida became the new UFC champion after a salvo of punches floored Evans in the 2nd stripped him of his crown.

A disappointed Evans said that he’ll be back whilst a delighted Machida said that never give up on your dreams, ‘ Look at me! Yes look at him now - hot box-office material and UFC world light heavyweight champion.

UFC® 98: Evans vs. Machida - Saturday, May 23, was LIVE live on Pay-Per-View from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.