5 possible fights for Brock Lesnar upon UFC return

Brock Lesnar returning to the UFC is an inevitable phenomenon and more so after Dana White posted a photo with the WWE Universal Champion on Instagram:

While the WWE Universe prepares to witness Roman Reigns dethrone Lesnar at WrestleMania 34, the UFC faithful are busy match-making when it comes to the potential bouts that could be booked with the return of the former UFC Heavyweight Champion.

Anyone who gets to share Octagon space with Lesnar automatically gets the mainstream rub and with options galore, the comeback of one of the biggest crossover stars in combat sports history is a blessing in disguise for the UFC.

With that being said, here are the five most likely fights to book once the Beast Incarnate returns:

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#1 Jon Jones

Plan A

This was the plan all along before Jon Jones shot himself in the foot and failed yet another drug test after a memorable win against Daniel Cormier. According to Bones' manager Malki Kawa, the former Light Heavyweight Champion should be able to return to the Octagon this year after his USADA hearing gets sorted out by March.

However, with his most recent CSCA hearing that led to his license being revoked, it may be a while before we see the disgraced pound-for-pound great make his return. He will eventually be back though.

With Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier set to battle it out in a Heavyweight money fight at UFC 226, a warm-up bout for Jones in the form of Lesnar seems like a great idea on paper before he eventually faces his arch-nemesis in a third showdown.

The super fight between the two tainted freaks of nature with a title shot on the line is a record-breaking PPV headliner waiting to happen.

#2 Francis Ngannou

This match-up is why fans love the Heavyweight division!

Francis Ngannou's stock may have taken a drastic hit after his unsuccessful attempt at capturing the title from Stipe Miocic, but the Cameroonian Heavyweight is still a force to be reckoned with.

As is the case in the UFC, one big win is all it takes to kickstart a resurgence and Ngannou, who was built as the next big thing, has proven to be a decent enough draw as evidenced by the PPV numbers for 220. Billed as a knockout artist, a match against Lesnar would only do wonders for the potential future champion.

A legitimate test for Lesnar with the added incentive promoting Ngannou to the mainstream masses makes this a no-brainer.

#3 Alistar Overeem

Lesnar would not have forgotten the pain that emanated from this kick.

Revenge is a dish best served cold and Brock Lesnar would be aching to whip a scrumptious one out for Alister Overeem.

A knockout win against the Beast Incarnate still ranks as one of the greatest victories in the Dutch mixed martial artist's storied career. Lesnar may blame diverticulitis for the loss, but that wouldn't stop the Universal Champion from taking on The Reem again inside the Octagon.

Reem vs. Lesnar II is a highly marketable fight that could headline a PPV in itself.

#4 Cain Velasquez

Valesquez came to a WWE PPV and called Lesnar out!

In case you missed it, former UFC Heavyweight Champion Cain Velasquez was in attendance at Elimination Chamber and called out Lesnar in an amusing tweet.

First @WWE event! I could feel at home here! @brocklesnar, I wouldn’t mind taking another belt from you. #WWE #WWEChamber #WrestleMania #LuchaLibre #Luchador #DontCallMeNachoLibre pic.twitter.com/q9cXxrEi85

— Cain Velasquez (@cainmma) February 26, 2018

We're all in for a pro wrestling match between the behemoths, but why bother when they can go to war in a cage! Two-time UFC Heavyweight Champion Velasquez came out on top in convincing fashion in their previous meeting. As was the case with a match against Reem, this history between Cain and Lesnar is enough to get butts in seats in a potential sell-out PPV.

#5 Stipe Miocic/Daniel Cormier

The money fight!

Lesnar was considered to one of the best Heavyweight Champions in UFC history before Stipe Miocic came along and successfully defended the title on three occasions, effectively moved up the pecking order in the process.

Miocic is all set to face Daniel Cormier in a Heavyweight title fight at UFC 226 and Lesnar, no doubt would be waiting in line to get a shot at the Champion, whatever the outcome may be.

UFC could immediately inject Lesnar into a title scene by giving him a shot at the winner of the super fight, which would surely infuriate a majority of the fighters and fans alike.

The other option is for Lesnar to go up against the loser of the fight to determine a #1 contender, that is if DC intends to stick around in the 205lbs+ division.

All said and done, the UFC's relatively shallow Heavyweight division needs Brrrooock Lesssnarrr!