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Eddie Gordon Aims At Return To UFC

"Truck" looking to get back to UFC 

(Long Island, NY., February 15, 2017) – The UFC today announced their TUF 25 roster and Long Island's Eddie Gordon is back on the show he once won. 

The former "Ultimate Fighter" Season 19 Tournament winner, Gordon has a professional record of 8-4.

After winning the tournament, the Fordham graduate was signed to the UFC where he made his debut on December 6, 2014 against Josh Samman.

After controlling the first round, the 32-year-old lost in the second round due to a head kick.

Gordon then faced Chris Dempsey on April 18, 2015 at UFC on Fox 15 and lost via unanimous decision. 

In his third UFC performance, Gordon faced Antonio Carlos Junior on June 27, 2015 at UFC Fight Night 70 and lost the fight via submission in the third round before being released by the UFC.

Gordon got his start in the ROC (Ring of Combat) and won the light-heavyweight title, propelling him to compete on TUF. 

Gordon most recently defeated Chris Lozano on August 6, 2016 at CFFC 60 via split decision. 

CLICK HERE for our latest interview with Eddie "Truck" Gordon. 

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