Miscellaneous
For UFC 239, hosts Roberto Diaz and Joe Soto take a closer look at the main event worthy fight between the number four ranked Jorge Masvidal, and the fifth-ranked Ben Askren. Jorge is trying to capitalize on his popularity after knocking out the former title challenger, Darren Till. Ben is also coming off a big win after defeating the former champion Robbie Lawler, and is trying to remain undefeated. The stakes are high as the winner will most likely get a shot at the title against the current welterweight champion, Kamaru Usman. In the Aftermath, the Rafael Dos Anjos – Kevin Lee fight is revisited. Rafael’s solution, Kevin Lee’s dilemma. UFC 239 is scheduled for Saturday July 6, 2019, and will take place in Las Vegas, Nevada. For this fight, Roberto and Joe will take a closer look at the histories, numbers, sizes, fighting styles and discuss the strengths and weaknesses, and options for these fighters. HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EPISODE: Size advantage, history Resume of fighters/Experience Endurance Styles of fighters Speed and power Standup fight/Wrestling Athlete vs fighter Strategies for fighters Who wins The Aftermath, RDA’ solution/Kevin’s dilemma Links and Resources: Jorge Masvidal Ben Askren Robbie Lawler Darren Till One Championship Bellator Rafael Dos Anjos Kevin Lee