Out of LFA's fighters, Pat Miletich selects Eryk Anders, Robert Watley and Macee Barber as its top.

PAST - ERYK ANDERS

Within eight months of winning LFA 185lb gold, ‘Ya Boi’ won two UFC fights and earned a main-event spot.

Miletich says: “He got to the UFC and has done great. He had his first loss to Machida, but he’s very durable and will take the lessons from it and come back much better.”

PRESENT - ROBERT WATLEY

“How can you not love him?” Miletich asks.

“Super-bright guy, cerebral fighter, as well as in great shape and strong. The complete package.” ‘Contact’ has already been offered two fights in the UFC, but turned them down to honour his LFA deal and twice defend the 155lb belt.

THE FUTURE - MACEE BARBER

The 19-year-old began her pro career in June last year with LFA and has built an impressive 3-0 slate so far, finishing her last fight by armbar in 31 seconds.

Miletich has no doubt about the potential of ‘The Future’ from Fort Collins, Colorado. “Macey is destined for greatness,” he says.