July 7, 2007

Sherk retains title

UFC lightweight champion Sean Sherk successfully defended his title for the first time on July 7, 2007 with a unanimous decision over Hermes Franca. Sherk won an easy decison by judges scores of 50-45, 50-45, and 49-46.

It was announced at the post-fight press conference that Sherk will next face B.J. Penn in November. Penn (11-4-1) is coming off of a submission victory over Jens Pulver on June 23.

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