Randy Couture, UFC Hall of Famer and the man who took UFC to the heights of success, believes Chael Sonnen and Dan Henderson have what it will take to defeat Jon Jones. Currently, Randy works as an actor and he gives analysis on the major upcoming UFC events,
like Jon Jones vs. Rashad Evans for now.
According to Couture, if Evans is unable to beat Jones then it will be Sonnen or Henderson who can do the job. Couture did not select a favourite for the fight between Jon Jones and Rashad Evans. He said he would not make a prediction since both the fighters
are of the same calibre. However, he then went onto say that to a certain extent he thinks Jones can be the winner, even though Evans has everything it takes to beat Jones. According to Randy, Evans can only beat Jones if he keeps Jones close. However, he
added, that it is impossible for Evans to do that since he is more a punching and kicking fighter instead of a grappling one. He said that being a stand up fighter would not help Evans take over Jones, since this is an area where Jones is an expert.
When asked who can possibly end Jon Jones, Couture iterated, “I think a fighter like Dan Henderson or even Chael Sonnen who is a very big 185-pounder and used to compete as a light heavyweight with strong wrestling,” explained Couture. “They have to take
him out of his comfort zone and take away his reach advantage. There is no longer in the division and maybe not in the sport as far as Jones reach. His takedown defense is good and he has very good wrestling. He has very unorthodox striking which makes him
very dangerous. I think you have to use the fence, use your wrestling and force him to fight your fight. Either one of those guys can do that.”
He ended his analysis by saying that Evans really needs a plan to hit Jones with if he wants to win or else Evans will have to lose.
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