BJ PENN

5' 9 "
155 Lbs.
Age: 29
Record: 11-4-1
From: Hilo, Hawaii

BJ "The Prodigy" Penn has twice fought for the UFC Lightweight Championship before - against Jens Pulver at UFC 35 and against Caol Uno at UFC 41. Both times, the gold has eluded him. Penn hopes the third time will be a charm. After a dominating submission victory over rival Jens Pulver at the TUF 5 Finale, Penn was guaranteed a shot at sean Sherk's title. But, Sherk was accused of taking anabolic agents afte his title defense at UFC 73 and the title was vacated. Now, the top two challengers - Penn and Stevenson - will battle for the belt.

JOE STEVENSON

5' 7 "
155 Lbs.
Age: 25
Record: 32-7-0
From: Las Vegas, Nevada

Despite his young age, Joe "Daddy" Stevenson is a seasoned veteran of almost 10 years of competition and more than 35 professional fights. After winning the welterweight crown on the second season of The Ultimate Fighter, Stevenson dropped to lightweight and launched an all-out assault on the division. He has taken out four of the division's best on his way to earning the shot at the title. Now, Stevenson has his chance to prove to the world he has what it akes to be a champion. And should he get through Penn, he will be recognized at the top 155-pound fighter in the world.