To end the Prelim we have Cody Garbrandt facing off against Trevin Jones. The former bantamweight champion has had his fair share of struggles in recent times but he will be looking to make a comeback and re-establish himself as one of the top fighters in the division.
Cody Garbrandt has been one of the most exciting fighters to watch in the UFC since he burst onto the scene in 2015. He quickly established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the bantamweight division, winning his first five fights in the UFC. Garbrandt's impressive form culminated in a stunning knockout victory over Dominick Cruz to win the bantamweight title at UFC 207 back in 2016.
However, since then, Garbrandt has been on a massive slump losing his next three fights in a row before finally picking up a KO victory over Raphael Assuncao. He suffered two brutal knockouts at the hands of bitter rival TJ Dillashaw and then has suffered losses to Pedro Munhoz, Rob Font, and Kai Kara-France. Garbrandt will be hoping to bounce back from these defeats and prove that he still has what it takes to compete at the highest level.
Trevin Jones, on the other hand is also trying to bounce back after a 3 fight losing streak after winning his first 2 fights in the UFC. Jones made his debut in August 2020 and pulled off a stunning comeback victory over Timur Valiev. He was losing the fight on the scorecards before landing the finishing blow in the 2nd round.
In terms of strengths, Cody Garbrandt is known for his explosive punching power and lightning-fast footwork. He is an excellent counter-striker and has the ability to knock out his opponents with a single punch. Garbrandt is also a skilled wrestler, with a strong background in collegiate wrestling.
However, Garbrandt's weakness has been his tendency to get drawn into brawls with his opponents, leaving himself open to counter-attacks with his chin not being the greatest. He also has a history of injuries and has struggled to stay active in recent years.
Trevin Jones is a decent fighter with solid striking and grappling skills. He has a background in wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, which gives him the ability to control his opponents on the ground. Jones also has good cardio and has shown that he can go the distance in fights.
In conclusion, the upcoming UFC match between Cody Garbrandt and Trevin Jones promises to be an exciting affair. Garbrandt will be looking to bounce back from his recent losses and prove that he still has what it takes to compete at the highest level. Trevin Jones is a big drop in competition for Cody Garbrandt but his decline cannot be ignored. This fight can go either way as Cody Garbrandt is the better fighter but with his chin Jones can easily catch him later in the fight.
- OVER 1.5
