As ⁢fans eagerly anticipate Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone’s return to the Octagon, UFC commentators have ​delved into⁤ their extensive expertise to suggest potential matchups that would ignite excitement and challenge⁢ Cerrone in his comeback. Michael Bisping, a former middleweight champion and well-known ⁢analyst, believes Cowboy’s​ next ⁢fight should ‌strike ⁢a ‌balance between legacy and competitiveness. Bisping suggests a faceoff against Anthony‍ Pettis, another‌ veteran looking to re-establish dominance. Such a fight would not only remind fans of their memorable past clash but​ also gauge where both fighters currently stand in their careers. Bisping emphasizes the​ importance of Cerrone’s need to reconnect with his roots as ⁢a⁤ fighter by matching up ‍with someone who, like him, embodies a warrior spirit.

Meanwhile, Joe Rogan, ​an​ experienced voice from the commentator’s booth‍ and a UFC encyclopedia of sorts, offered a different ⁤outlook. Rogan proposes that Cerrone should⁣ test himself against an up-and-coming prospect, which⁤ could serve as a litmus ‍test for his endurance and adaptability. Rogan⁢ mentions a potential‍ matchup with Kevin Holland,a fighter known for his unorthodox style and quick rise. such a pairing could offer an intriguing dynamic⁢ where Cerrone’s seasoned ⁤tactics meet Holland’s youthful exuberance. As Rogan puts it,​ “Matching ‌the ⁢legend Cerrone⁢ with a surging fighter like Holland gives fans a thrilling mix of old school versus new school.”