Dos santos will destroy Nelson intill hes forced into trying takedowns....no way he gets this to the floor after his legs have been butchered
People are underrating the fat man here. It's a classic striker vs Grappler matchup; if Nelson gets on top, he will likely win. I would put JDS as a slight favorite, but pretty slight.
I want to see JDS grapple but I also love watching him just throw hands. The guy is grappling with the Nogs, Silva, Shogun and Munoz regularly.
Carwin was undefeated and chinchecking people left and right, he deserved it over JDS but JDS should have been next. I think it would be funny if Roy wins and then takes the title THAT would be the ultimate in your face to Dana there could be. Roy proving the UFC HW division is all hype. Its actually a smart move by Dana though because if he matched Roy vs Cain, Roy would have won and then would be fighting JDS (probably) for the title. THIS way there is a greater chance Roy doesn't even get a shot at the title. Of course JDS has to do his job and beat Roy for it all to work but its less of a gamble holding off JDS' title shot then to give it to him right away.
Dos Santos brutal KO in the 1st round, would bet my entire livelihood on it without batting an eyelid.
the biggest "holy **** how did THAT guy beat THAT guy" momment for hardcore fans was Werdum vs Fedor :?
Roy can beat all the lower level fighters like Kimbo, Struve and Schaub but talent freaks with skills I don't think so. Roy is a really good fighter but I can't see him hanging with the upper echelon. JDS timing, range and power will end things swiftly. It will like the Arlovski fight but perhaps more clinical.
I hate to pick a winner in this one. Nelson might have what it takes to make it past Dos Santos. He's much more seasoned.
To me, Dos Santos is taking a step down in his resume. Look at all his opponents then compare it to Roy.
Do you understand what the word "would" means? I assume you will be betting your house and your car and every dollar you have on it if you "would" do it, because you have the opportunity to.