What if Anthony Smith beats Jon Jones?

In this article, we examine the hypothetical scenario where Anthony Smith defeats Jon Jones
In this article, we examine the hypothetical scenario where Anthony Smith defeats Jon Jones

#4 Why Anthony Smith shall face Jon Jones and not "The Mauler"

Jones and Gus went to war at UFC 165
Jones and Gus went to war at UFC 165

Alright, by no means do we intend to disrespect "The Mauler" Alexander Gustafsson. However, after the instant classic they put on back at UFC 165 in September of 2013, the vast majority of combat sports pundits, as well as fans, have been of the view that Jones has evolved much more than Gustafsson in the ensuing years.

We hereby assume that Jones defeats Gustafsson for the vacant UFC Light-Heavyweight Title at UFC 232 this December, and then goes on to defend his belt against Anthony Smith. Honestly speaking, most odds-makers would have Smith as a huge underdog in a fight against Jones, or even against The Mauler for that matter!

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Regardless, the beauty of the fight game is that when that leather makes contact with chins, it's anything goes. No one is invincible in the realm of MMA -- and that, is indeed, the undisputed truth...

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