Frankie Edgar put himself into a fight with the greatest Lightweight in the world.  In the end, he dethroned that great fighter. In one of the biggest upsets to take place in the UFC Octagon, Edgar ended the reign of Penn atop the lightweight division, posting a unanimous decision to take the title in the co-main event of UFC 112 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

“Too good, man. Too good,” Edgar said, as he tried holding back the tears. Though the judges were unanimous and Edgar dominated on two of the three scorecards, it wasn’t always an easy match to call, especially the first two rounds. But as the bout went on, Edgar became more active and kept getting through Penn’s defense.

The biggest sign it was going to be Edgar’s night: he completed a takedown of Penn and landed some shots on the mat, something that had not been done in six years.

When the final horn sounded, Edgar immediately raised his hands over his head in celebration while Penn immediately went to his corner.

“I just hope I can be half the champion he was.”