BGDDYKWL
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- Jul 16, 2007
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There's been so much talk about Jones recently I figured this might be interesting.
Was thinking about this one the other day, tough call.
I almost think we're looking in the wrong place and maybe it ends up being a top guy at 185lb that moves up like Whittaker, Adesanya, or Costa.
Adesanya and Costa are still somewhat unproven, and Whittaker does not really match up well.
People need to understand that Jones has a big thing going for him, and that is his incredible reach control. That reach helps him dictate the fight.
The one guy I was really interested in seeing him fight was Anthony Johnsson, because he was an aggressive striker and possibly had the best KO power in that division. Rumble did lose to DC, but that was more because DC went full wrestling mode with him, and having that smaller body frame helped him get low on Rumble to take him down. Jones on the other hand is a longer guy and definitely not as good as a wrestler compared to DC, and we saw what Rumble did to Gustafsson, who seems to have a similar body type to Jones.
I think the real question isn't who will give him his first real loss, but when will he get his first real win without the aid of PEDs...
Someone is still bitter.
Yeah, I think Reyes is getting shot to the top a little too quickly. He's skilled and athletic, but he only has 10 MMA fights in his career (4 in the UFC). I don't think he's ready for Jon Jones. Kind of reminds me of an even less experienced Kevin Lee. He's talented enough to beat the top guys, but I'm not sure he's experienced enough.The only person who has any potential at this point IMO is Dominick Reyes, he's still kinda raw though and needs to fight more. Unfortunately though, with how thin LHW is, he could very likely be fighting for the title after 1-2 fights. He's looked promising so far, Jones is just an animal though.
The one advantage I'd give Jones against Cain, Stipe, or any of the other HWs (besides just being so good), is how wild he is. Most HW's are use to wrestling and boxing. They don't see a ton of kicks, flying knees, elbows, etc. that Jones throws. Plus, he's just as tall, if not taller, than most of the HW. Thinner, sure, but reach and distance-wise he matches up well.If someone will beat him, it will be D C ... or another new fighter.
But i think that he has no intention to go up to the heavy weight. (so forget about Cain or Stipe)
And IMO, he better stays in his weight. (i think he knows it)
his legs are too slim ... he'll be brought down like a small tree.
if i would fight him, i would low kick his legs, under the knees. the calves. He doesn't like it. And it is very slim ... !! (DC ! read this please !! i love DC)
I would go for DC ... in the last superfight ... but hwo knows ... Jones is good.
or maybe he'll be unbeaten and will retire like that ... who knows ?
Cain just came out and said that if Jones doesn't have the trilogy fight with DC, he'd want to fight him. Not sure what weight it would take place at, I don't think Jon has any interest in moving to HW unless it's to fight Brock and get a payday. Not sure if Cain can successfully make LHW and still be effective...would be nice to see though. The AKA boys are coming after Jon lol, Luke recently called him out too
Luke did whatever is the opposite of a callout, telling him to leave the division and go fight DC.
Love this from Cain, this is what I wanted to hear from Rockhold.
Just saw this. Love it. I really appreciate the loyalty at AKA. In terms of where this fight takes place, it's HW, plain and simple. Zero question that's the only way it does (and should) happen. Jones has no obligation to move to HW, that's completely up to him, but if a fight with Cain gets seriously discussed, HW is where it has to be.Cain just came out and said that if Jones doesn't have the trilogy fight with DC, he'd want to fight him. Not sure what weight it would take place at, I don't think Jon has any interest in moving to HW unless it's to fight Brock and get a payday. Not sure if Cain can successfully make LHW and still be effective...would be nice to see though. The AKA boys are coming after Jon lol, Luke recently called him out too
I'd like to see it at HW as well. But Jones is in the GOAT conversation and he's gonna be the one with more leverage / calling the shots. Especially since Dana is always in his corner and he's got drawing power.Just saw this. Love it. I really appreciate the loyalty at AKA. In terms of where this fight takes place, it's HW, plain and simple. Zero question that's the only way it does (and should) happen. Jones has no obligation to move to HW, that's completely up to him, but if a fight with Cain gets seriously discussed, HW is where it has to be.