... Khabib vs… Discussion in 'Fantasy Matchup Discussion' started by suhdude, Aug 9, 2019. suhdude Blue Belt. By: Mike Bohn. Not only Jones good at avoiding take downs, he has excellent ground game. Sherdog Staff Pick 'Em: UFC Fight Night 180. You'll now receive the top MMA Junkie stories each day directly in your inbox. continues to be determined to make UFC 249 happen, talking about stepping in as a last-minute headliner, MMA Junkie Radio #3096 with guest Joseph Benavidez, plus Bellator and UFC wrap-ups (noon ET), Video: UFC 254 'Countdown' for Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Justin Gaethje, Video: UFC 254 'Countdown' for Jared Cannonier vs. Robert Whittaker, Don't panic – Brian Ortega vows to grow back hair: 'I can't stay bald, brother', Two-division Cage Warriors champion Mason Jones signs with UFC, Krzysztof Jotko out, Kevin Holland meets Makhmud Muradov at UFC on ESPN+ 39 (Updated), Chan Sung Jung 'embarrassed' by Brian Ortega loss: 'I'm just a fool', Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Nate Diaz, left, Khabib Nurmagomedov, right, and Jon Jones all hit back at Conor McGregor over his 'GOAT thread' on Twitter. But he vowed to … In this week’s episode, “Gorgeous” George and “Goze” unpack potential fallout from Jon Jones’ latest run-in with the law, what the hell is going on with UFC, and more. By: Mike Bohn. Jon Jones is the mastermind goat. … Jon Jones vs Khabib computer simulations shows how Jones would beat Khabib. monitoring_string = "5eb5a0f65cbe346d74f978e14db1b00d" Rivalling McGregor for the title of the highest-paid fighter in the UFC is the Dubliner’s successor at the summit of the lightweight division, Khabib Nurmagomedov. 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Jon Jones confirmed a years-old story that he once hid under a cage at his gym to avoid taking a drug test because he was afraid it would come up positive for marijuana. Modestas... Sherdog’s Official Mixed Martial Arts Rankings. Please check your email for a confirmation. $50,000. Sadly NO Khabib vs Jones or Khabib vs Israel would never happen Because they are not in the same weight class. Published 17:04, Monday 10 August 2020 BST UFC legend Jon Jones has insisted that he would 'put his money' on Khabib Nurmagomedov to beat Conor McGregor in a blockbuster rematch. Dana White calls Jon Jones vs. Israel Adesanya 'the fight to make' after Twitter war One of the main narratives in the Jones-Adesanya feud has been discussion of when the fight will happen. Khabib Nurmagomedov defeated Conor McGregor in 2018, but Jon Jones has now been asked for his verdict on the winner of a potential rematch. Khabib lacks the power and skill to defeat Jones. Jon Jones is not only strong enough he is far more skilled in more styles of fighting than Khabib. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! CONOR McGREGOR has single-handedly infuriated three MMA rivals Khabib Nurmagomedov, Jon Jones and Nate Diaz with his 'GOAT thread' on Twitter. Pictures: One Championship ‘Reign Of Dynasties II’, Shoop that Incredulous Cormier / Drug Wars, Dana not interested in doing Cowboys stadium for Conor-Poirier, Great animated promo for Ufc 254 about Khabib and his Father, Khamzat asking Dana for "old school" MMA, wants 3 fights @ single Khabib would not be able to damage Jones. Exclusive: Kings MMA’s Rafael Cordeiro on Training Mike Tyson,... After the Bell: Shillan & Duffy Recap UFC Fight Night 180. MMA Junkie Radio #3096 with guest Joseph Benavidez, plus Bellator and UFC wrap-ups (noon ET), Video: UFC 254 'Countdown' for Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Justin Gaethje, Video: UFC 254 'Countdown' for Jared Cannonier vs. Robert Whittaker, Don't panic – Brian Ortega vows to grow back hair: 'I can't stay bald, brother', Two-division Cage Warriors champion Mason Jones signs with UFC, Krzysztof Jotko out, Kevin Holland meets Makhmud Muradov at UFC on ESPN+ 39 (Updated), Chan Sung Jung 'embarrassed' by Brian Ortega loss: 'I'm just a fool', Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Jones movement is also a lot more refined than Khabib. Thanks for signing up. UFC Fight Night 180 Highlight Video: Jessica Andrade Body Shot KOs... UFC Fight Night 180 Highlight Video: Jimmy Crute Obliterates Revamped Brian Ortega Shuts Out Chan Sung Jung in UFC Fight Night UFC Fight Night 180 Prelims: Guram Kutateladze Upends Undefeated... UFC Fight Night 180 ‘Ortega vs. Korean Zombie’ Play-by-Play,... 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