I think it’s safe to say this fight isn’t going 5 rounds?
Anthony Smith is a forward pressure fighter that will take the fight to Jones.
Jones will either strike with him or take him to the mat. I believe Jones will look for the takedown as he’s most dangerous with his opponent on his back.
However, Anthony Smith has legit BJJ and we’ve seen Jones get caught in submissions like the Vitor Belfort armbar and others but they couldn’t finish.
How do you see this fight playing out when the bell rings?
Kinda has a Anderson vs Weidman feel. Gritty kid who wants to win more than anything. If he can get inside maybe work the body, make it dirty then he might find that chin! Nothing against Jones but I'd love to celebrate an underdog tomorrow night!! I def think Anthony Smith believes it!
Just watched Chael’s video about this fight and i agree with him. Even thought Jones is better everywhere, Smith is hard to stop, and he doesn’t give up. He’s a bit like the Robbie Lawler of LHW. He isn’t the most skilled of them, but he has heart, and he’s dangerous.