If we learned anything at UFC 140, it is that reigning light heavyweight champ Jon “Bones” Jones needs a true challenge. And he proved that once again with his second-round submission win over Lyoto Machida.
In Jones’ history, he has only been taken to the max amount of rounds three times. And while he is 15-1, that only loss came because he was disqualified for illegal use of elbows. There is no doubt that Jones is the most dangerous fighter right now in the light heavyweight class.
In his previous match, Jones was taken to four rounds. Quinton Jackson did put up a fight, but in the end Jones was able to submit him for a victory.
Jones has claimed eight of his victories by knockout, and another five by submission. He hasn’t gone to a decision since 2009, and it is just proof that Jones is becoming a greater fighter with each fight.
Who knows who will be able to take him down? At this point, it doesn’t seem that anyone can. Jones’ success has been incredible, and one has to wonder if anyone will be able to challenge him for the light heavyweight title anytime soon.
At 24 years old, Jones is only going to get better and stronger. If he can only keep getting better, who knows how far he can take this streak and title reign?
At this rate, it is hard to go against Jones.
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