UFC 145 preview: Rivalry decided by key areas in Jones/Evans title fight

Is Rashad Evans willing to let Jon Jones create space to strike? Or to leave his torso or legs exposed to be scooped off his feet?

Is Jones willing to let Evans close the distance to box? Or to smother him against the cage before depositing him to the…

Is Rashad Evans willing to let Jon Jones create space to strike? Or to leave his torso or legs exposed to be scooped off his feet?

Is Jones willing to let Evans close the distance to box? Or to smother him against the cage before depositing him to the mat?

Forget for a moment the rivalry between the champ and former champ; that’s old news. Their fight could take many different shapes, but there are key factors to consider in the Saturday’s UFC 145 headliner in Atlanta.