Only five months ago, Brian Bowles feared a serious back injury might end his career. Now the unbeaten No. 1 contender claims he’s more fit and explosive than ever and ready to knock Miguel Torres off his pedestal . . . Click here for more by Frank Curreri, WEC
WEC returns to the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday, August 9 with a bout that will determine the best bantamweight fighter in the world. WEC bantamweight champion Miguel Angel Torres (36-1) defends his crown against the undefeated Brian Bowles (7-0). Torres, largely considered to be among the best pound-for-pound fighters in the sport, hopes a win in August will cement his status as the best fighter in 135-pound history. Standing in his way is the heavy-handed Brian Bowles, a native of Athens, Georgia, who boasts a knack for finishing fights. Click here for more info
