"Granted, there was a time before The Ultimate Fighter and before he shocked the world by upsetting heavy favorite Uriah Hall in the finals of that tournament, where fight fans and critics could look at the young Arizona native and marvel at accomplishments that appeared to be above his talent level.
'The same could even be said for his next two victories inside the Octagon, as he made quick work out of Brian Melancon then struggled but ultimately defeated welterweight staple Rick Story via split decision at UFC 171.
"There was a time for that talk, and Gastelum is determined to show that time has passed on Saturday night at UFC 180."