The winner of this weekend’s World Series Of Fighting 14 event is being guaranteed a title shot.

Promotion officials confirmed the news yesterday.

World Series of Fighting 14 puts top welterweight Jake Shields against WSOF Canadian champion Ryan Ford.

On Dec. 13, WSOF champion Rousimar Palhares will defend his promotional title against Jon Fitch.

Can Rousimar remain atop this four-man race for his strap?