**Please note that there are no spoilers for UFC 113 in this review**
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UFC 113 saw the UFC make its 2nd return to Canada, and unlike its predecessor (UFC 97) it did not disapoint. For many, this event may have little meaning. However for those of us that watched UFC 104, during which the 2005 PRIDE Grand Prix Champion, Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua, took a shot a dethroning the seemingly unbeatable 205lb kingpin and UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Lyoto Machida, this card would end the arguments over who really won the original contest. For the record, I believed then - and still do to this day - that Shogun returned to form back in November 2009, and that he should have been crowned the champion after that fight. Nonetheless a controversial decision (for many, anyway) saw Machida retain the gold after a 5 round technical classic. Now, on the card:

ALAN BELCHER VS. PATRICK C?TE
This was C?te's return bout after an 18 month+ layoff due to a severe injury he suffered during his title bout with Anderson Silva. Alan Belcher had shown a new dedication to the sport after the somewhat controversial decision loss to Yoshihiro Akiyama. In his homecountry of Canada, 'The Predator' was always going to be the favourite going into this bout. The question was. could he return to form or would Alan 'The Talent' Belcher showcase his new skillset in upsetting the Canadian? This was a good bout between two of the middleweight division's hardest hitters, made better by a very exciting finish.
4/5

KIMBO SLICE VS. MATT MITRIONE
Youtube sensation Kimbo Slice made his Octagon debut at the TUF 10 Finale, defeating Houston Alexander in a 3 round decision. Matt Mitrione also won his bout at the Finale, and now the two were set to face off. This was a decent bout, however there is nothing particular to note about it other than the loser of the bout has since been released from his UFC contract. The first round was very good. Does it go beyond the first? You'll have to watch and see.
3/5

SAM STOUT VS. JEREMY STEPHENS
The first memory I have of Jeremy Stephens is his brutal uppercut knockout victory at UFC 91 over Rafael dos Anjos. Sam Stout, AKA 'Hands of Stone', was ready to propell his career to new limits after a victory over TUF 5 alumni Joe Louzon at UFC 108. The two met at UFC 113 in a very entertaining battle, and one that is definetely worth a watch.
5/5

JOSH KOSCHECK VS. PAUL DALEY
Koscheck and Daley, two of MMA's most hated fighters - alongside former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Tito Ortiz - collided at UFC 113 for not only a chance to face the 170lb champion, Georges St-Pierre, but also an opportunity to coach against GSP on the next season of The Ultimate Fighter. Koscheck, who dropped a decision to the new and improved St-Pierre 3 years ago in 2007, had progressed a lot from a wrestler with limited striking abillities to a much more well rounded fighter. Paul Daley was known as 'Semtex' for one reason: his knockout power. After putting Martin Kampmann and Dustin Hazelett to sleep in his first two UFC appearances, Daley was also hungry for a shot at the title. Unfortunately, the promise of fireworks failed to deliver, as the co-main event was uninteresting to say the least. The most interesting part of the bout actually occured after it had finished, but whilst entertaining to some fans the aftermath was really insulting and one fighter was quickly released after the event had come to a conclusion. For the record, I don't see the victory of this fight standing a chance against GSP, but opponents must be found one way or another.
2/5

UFC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP: LYOTO MACHIDA (c) VS. MAURICIO 'SHOGUN' RUA
This was it. The moment millions of UFC fans around the world had been waiting for. Shogun gets a second crack at 'The Dragon'. After what many felt was an unfair decision at UFC 104: Machida vs. Shogun, the immidiate rematch was quickly set up. Machida underwent surgery to his hand, whlist Shogun waited for the day to come. Whilst the first fight was a techical chess match, the rematch was anything but. The promise of hard hits, a furious pace and a desire to end the fight this time round was delivered on all levels. Could Machida prove he deserved the nod in the original fight, or would Shogun capitalise on his second chance? Regardless of who won, it was an excellent fight and the debates have finally been settled, with one man now the Undisputed UFC Light Heavyweight Champion.
5/5

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In the end, it all comes down to the main event, and unlike UFC 112: Invincible, this event was excellent. It may not have the same impact if you know the results, or if you didn't watch the original Machida/ Shogun war, but regardless it is one of the best events of the year, alongside my personal favourite UFC 110. Definetely recommended, and a main event that will be remember for a long time to come.