UFC 135 Predictions: How Rampage Jackson Can Use Strength To Defeat Jon Jones

Quinton Rampage Jackson is going to have a tough battle against light heavyweight champion Jon Jones on Saturday night. Rampage is going to have to use his power to defeat Jones, and he will do just that.

Counter punching will be an area that Jackson will excel at in the fight. Jones will need to not get over committed, allowing Jackson to land a hay-maker.

Jackson will be in a major disadvantage in terms of Jones’ height, speed and reach. His reach is unbelievable, his speed is great and his height will be a major factor in the match.

There aren’t too many areas that Jackson is better in, but power is one of them. He has the capability of knocking Jones out at any moment. It will be a tough achievement to accomplish, but as long as you have that weapon in your arsenal, you give yourself a fighter’s chance. Jackson has much more than just a fighter’s chance.

Another interesting area in this fight will be how each fighter starts the match. What strategy will they attempt to perform and what is their plan No. 2 if plan No. 1 doesn’t pan out.

If Jackson can place a strategy that is aggressive to startle Jones, I think he will be in good shape. That strategy involves using his power to shake Jones’ confidence.

Jones is a fighter that defines swagger. Fighters need to get at him early if they want a shot at defeating the champion. If Jackson doesn’t get at him early it may be a long night for the former champion.

This should be a great fight to watch. It will be the first title defense for Jones so we will learn a lot about his championship ability.

To be the best you have to be able to successfully defend your title. This is Jones’ biggest opportunity. He must come out victorious.

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