It’s been a while since he’s has fought in the UFC.
Three years to be precise.
But Jones' latest fight is not a light heavyweight title fight.
It heralds his long-discussed move into the heavyweight division.
For the first time ever, Jones isn’t fighting at 205 pounds.
He has bulked up significantly and is taking on the big boys of the UFC.
His heavyweight debut is an absolute doozy.
How does that match-up shake out for Jones?
It’s a tricky one to call.
Jones is currently the better favourite, but the odds are tight.
We have no idea how Jones will look at heavyweight.
After a 3-year layoff, he has bulked up significantly so you can adapt to fighting bigger men.
Will this make him stronger?
Will this slow him down?
Gane is an extremely difficult opponent.
A savvy kickboxer, Gane is a different throw in of heavyweight striker.
Instead of relying on knockout power, Gane is a technical kicker with great footwork and octagon awareness.
Without saying too much, Jones has struggled against technical strikers who can match his size.
(See his first fight with Alexander Gustafsson and his recent bout with Reyes.)
Make no mistake, this is no tune-up match.
Jones is going up against arguably his toughest match-up possible in his heavyweight debut.
I, for one, can’t wait to see it.
But UFC 285 is a strong card from top to bottom.
We’ve got Valentina Shevchenko defending her UFC flyweight title against slick boxer Alexa Grasso.
Much-hyped middleweight prospect Bo Nickal is also on the undercard.
Big names like Cody Garbrandt, Derek Brunson and Ian Garry are also competing on the night.
ET (7 p.m. PT) on March 4.Here are all the details from multiple time zones.
How to watch UFC 285
The UFC now has a partnership with ESPN.
Especially if you’re one of the UFC fans who want to watch UFC in the US.
MMA fans in the UK can watch UFC 285exclusively through BT Sport.
There are more options if you live in Australia.
you’re free to watch UFC 285 through Main Event on Foxtel.
you’re free to also stream via Kayo for AU$55.
you might even orderusing your PlayStationor using the UFC app on your Xbox.
I usually buy direct from the UFC website.
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