Rodriguez vs Parsons Analysis and Prediction
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Daniel Rodriguez (14-2) vs Preston Parsons (9-2)
Welterweight (170)
Daniel Rodriguez
Despite clocking in at thirty-four years of age, Rodriguez is constantly improving. Rodriguez’s striking defence still needs work, and his hand speed will always remain corpse-like, but one-shot knockout power is a wonderful attribute. Supremely durable, willing to wade through damage to land his shots, and a surprisingly tight TDD, Rodriguez is easy to support. As Rodriguez climbs the rankings there is little reason to doubt Rodriguez’s stopping power will follow. Using a ramrod jab, Rodriguez can consistently thwart Parson’s wild entries before setting up his powerful left counter.
Preston Parsons
UFC debutant, Preston Parsons, has a huge task ahead of himself. In a strange piece of match-making, Parsons is next on the agenda for Rodriguez despite offering less than 2020’s version Mike Perry. Still, Parsons is an emphatic wrestler who utilises high volume on the feet to create opportunities to shoot. Pushing overwhelming activity on the mat, Parsons’ will struggle to gain the advantage on the feet necessary to take Rodriguez down. Failing to assess striking distance, Parsons’ changes levels in dangerous areas and his lack of a jab leaves his boxing patternless.
Predicted Result: Rodriguez TKO Round 2
Despite clocking in at thirty-four years of age, Rodriguez is constantly improving. Supremely durable, willing to wade through damage to land his shots and a surprisingly tight TDD, Rodriguez is easy to support. Possessing a ramrod jab, Rodriguez can consistently thwart Parson’s wild entries before setting up his powerful left counter. Debutant, Preston Parsons, lacks the striking or wrestling ability to test Rodriguez. High volume is used to paper over the cracks in Parsons’ disjointed kickboxing.
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