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#2. Force desperation shots
Tony Ferguson is a threat in any position the fight may place him. Of his twenty finishes, eight of these are by way of submission.
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On full display as he defeated a short-notice Lando Vannata, the 38-year-old can wear fighters out thanks to his incredible cardio and gas tank. If his opponents make even one mistake, 'El Cucuy' can end the fight. If this UFC 274 bout wages on and Ferguson's pressure begins to weigh on Chandler, that's when the 36-year-old may decide to lean on his wrestling chops.
However, it only takes one lackluster takedown attempt to spell the beginning of the end. Tony Ferguson is very adept at sneaking his arms in to capture chokes. With multiple victories in the UFC via D'Arce choke, it's very realistic speculation to think that this bout against Chandler could end in the same manner.
This won't be an easy task, though. If Ferguson's hand is raised owing to a submission, it'll need to come from a slip-up on Chandler's part, as he's usually very aware in grappling situations. The submission attempt could be there if 'El Cucuy' can force wrestling out of panic.
#1. Tony Ferguson needs to be unorthodox
'El Cucuy' is many things, but "unique" is at the very top of that list. This adjective describes him both as a person and as a fighter. Whether in his media obligations or the action inside the octagon, fans never know what to expect as Ferguson arrives.
Being diverse in his attack has served him well in the past and will continue to do so moving forward - a fighter who's difficult to emulate makes for a tough night at the office for the opposition. Chandler will enter this bout semi-prepared, but anyone taking on Ferguson is somewhat diving into the unknown.
Mixing it up, blending his offense, being hard to read - having fun is what Tony Ferguson needs to do to win this fight. Being his unique self will be his number one path to victory come UFC 274.
