Rory MacDonald is better than Che Mills in every aspect of MMA.
MacDonald is a champion in the making, and though Mills is an excellent striker, he can’t hang with MacDonald when it comes to the Octagon.
MacDonald can win this fight standing, in the clinch or on the ground. He’s that talented. But having said that, he has to beware of Mills dangerous strikes.
In Mills first fight in the UFC against Chris Cope at UFC 138, he showcased those dangerous strikes. He dropped Cope with a nasty knee followed by some on-point punches. So he is capable of putting MacDonald down should he connect.
Considering MacDonald’s skill set and incredible poise for a 22-year-old, he’ll stay out of harm’s way. If he wants to prove a point as to exactly how good he really is, I wouldn’t be surprised to see him stand and bang with Mills.
But if he wants to be smart, he’ll most likely take this fight to the ground where he has an overwhelming advantage. From there he can set up a submission, which is what Mills has been susceptible to in his MMA career.
Of his four losses, three have come by submission, and in a fight to get into the house for The Ultimate Fighter, he lost by submission. Knowing this, MacDonald knows he can have an easy payday should he choose to take this fight to mat.
This fight is so lopsided that what MacDonald has to do to ensure a victory is keep his mind focused on the task at hand. If he goes in there and handles his business, the only image after the fight will be MacDonald with his hand raised.
MacDonald will make quick work of Mills tonight.
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