UFC 91: Couture vs. Lesnar(2008)

UFC 91: Couture vs. Lesnar was a mixed martial arts event held on November 15, 2008, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The main event pitted UFC Heavyweight Champion Randy Couture against WWE's Brock Lesnar in a title bout. Lesnar's shot at the belt proved controversial—with a 1–1 UFC record, many felt the matchup was premature and driven by marketing appeal rather than merit. Others countered that the heavyweight division lacked clear contenders at the time, making the bout a reasonable choice. The event marked a significant moment in UFC history, blending mainstream wrestling stardom with elite mixed martial arts competition.