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Stephen Thompson Says Tyron Woodley is Up For an Immediate Rematch

December 7, 2016 | Posted by Jeremy Thomas

Stephen Thompson says that Tyron Woodley is up for an immediate rematch of their majority draw bout at UFC 205. Thompson spoke with MMAjunkie and said that everyone involved is interested in having the fight take place soon.

“I know Dana White definitely wants to see that instant rematch, and as of right now,” Thompson said. “I think Tyron Woodley’s on board with us, as well. We know it’s going to be us. We just don’t have a set date yet…We’re looking at late February, early March. But it’s definitely going to happen.”

Woodley, in response, said simply, “I haven’t spoken with Thompson.”

The two fought to a draw at the event, which allowed Woodley to retain the title. White said after the event that a rematch made sense, but nothing has been officially announced as of yet.