Get ready for an epic rematch between Craig Jones and Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 294. Find out why Jones believes jiu-jitsu is superior to Sambo and how Volkanovski plans to take down Makhachev. Don’t miss this thrilling MMA event!
Fighters | Coaches |
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Craig Jones | Jiu-jitsu |
Khabib Nurmagomedov | Sambo |
The rematch between Craig Jones and Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 294 is set to be an intense battle. Jones, known for his jiu-jitsu skills, believes that Sambo is inferior in pure grappling matches. On the other hand, Nurmagomedov, backed by Sambo, aims to prove him wrong. Alexander Volkanovski and Islam Makhachev will also face off, with Volkanovski gaining confidence from their previous meeting. Despite limited preparation time, both fighters see it as an advantage. Get ready for an action-packed event!
The highly anticipated rematch between Craig Jones and Khabib Nurmagomedov is set to take place at UFC 294. Jones, known for his jiu-jitsu skills, will be facing off against Nurmagomedov, who is backed by the Soviet martial art of Sambo. The coaches’ reputations are on the line as Alexander Volkanovski rematches Islam Makhachev in the octagon. Jones has been vocal about his belief that Sambo is not as effective as jiu-jitsu in pure grappling matches. Despite the ban on rotational leg locks in Sambo, Jones claims that there are still holes in the skill set. Volkanovski, on the other hand, gained confidence in their first meeting and believes he can take out Makhachev. Although Volkanovski has had limited time to prepare for the rematch, both he and Jones see it as an advantage. While waiting for the fight, Jones continues to taunt his Russian rivals, provoking them from the sidelines without risking physical confrontation.