- May 7, 2004
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It felt to me that Gustafsson was pacing himself too much early in the fight. After the slow down in the final 2 rounds of their last fight he threw a lot less in the first 2 rounds this time. I think he wanted to finish stronger this time but unfortunately he got caught out. As soon as Jones secured the takedown he was far too strong. He has amazing ground and pound so it's always a problem when on your back against him. On the feet Jones also has a lot more tools, throws a lot more varations. He used his range well, keeping Gustafsson at kicking range rather than boxing range. His team had the perfect gameplan.
I hope this is a new Jones. Both fighters are 31 but Gustafsson is much more mature and grown up. Jones has struggled with that punk kid attitude. He has an amazing team around him though and his raw talent is exceptional. Inside the cage he is the very best all round MMA fighter in history. Outside the cage is where the big question mark is. I dont know if it's the people he surrounds himself with or what. If it is then he needs to get away from them. If he moves away from the punk kid lifestyle he will clearly be the GOAT. Many will say he is now but for me it's not just about how you carry yourself in the cage, but how you carry yourself outside.
I hope he fights DC again. I dont know if it can be done but would love both belts on the line for a change. Winner takes both belts.
Great win for Nunes. She showed her striking speed and accuracy. She beat Cyborg to the punch and that right hook over the top of Cyborgs low left hand was perfect. She clearly did her research on Cyborg dropping that hand. Full credit to Cyborg for showing the respect to Nunes after.
I hope this is a new Jones. Both fighters are 31 but Gustafsson is much more mature and grown up. Jones has struggled with that punk kid attitude. He has an amazing team around him though and his raw talent is exceptional. Inside the cage he is the very best all round MMA fighter in history. Outside the cage is where the big question mark is. I dont know if it's the people he surrounds himself with or what. If it is then he needs to get away from them. If he moves away from the punk kid lifestyle he will clearly be the GOAT. Many will say he is now but for me it's not just about how you carry yourself in the cage, but how you carry yourself outside.
I hope he fights DC again. I dont know if it can be done but would love both belts on the line for a change. Winner takes both belts.
Great win for Nunes. She showed her striking speed and accuracy. She beat Cyborg to the punch and that right hook over the top of Cyborgs low left hand was perfect. She clearly did her research on Cyborg dropping that hand. Full credit to Cyborg for showing the respect to Nunes after.