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Monday, September 16, 2013

"Critiquing the Cage" UFC 165: Jon Jones vs Alexander Gustafsson

On Saturday, September 21, 2013 the reigning UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, Jon Jones (18-1), will defend his title against Alexander Gustafsson (15-1) at UFC 165.  Jones is currently the youngest UFC fighter to capture and defend a title.  He also holds the record for the longest winning streak in lightweight history.  With a win on Saturday, Jones will surpass Tito Ortiz with the most successful wins in the lightweight division.  So this match up promises to be a great one, with so much on the line for Jones.
Alexander Gustafsson is currently ranked as the number one contender for the light heavyweight division championship title.  Just like Jones, he has experienced only one loss and is looking to prove himself with a win, breaking Jones’ winning streak and catapulting him into the top echelon of MMA fighters. 
Jon Jones is a versatile fighter,using strikes, submissions and his ground game to overcome his opponents. Gustafsson uses his striking to dismantle his competitors, but he will need to have a well rounded game plan if he wants to get a win over Jones.
This bout promises to be action packed and exciting.  Both fighters are fighting for notariety, with Gustafsson taking on the taxing role of beating the unbeatable and becoming the new champ, and Jones, retaining his title and making UFC history.


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