[Thor4140]

Originally posted on 09/23/2014:

What's more important than his completed takedown statistic is his attempted takedown statistic, if people still want to keep that "any grappler will beat Hunt immediately" meme alive, but I'd assume most of us are past that (except for JIBBBY, apparently.)

Nelson attempted seven takedowns against JDS, but JDS is a farcry from Mark Hunt. Between his accuracy, power, timing, and decision making, JDS is the best knockout artist the heavyweight division has ever had; the best striker, too, barring maybe Fedor. His striking is relentless and terrifying, and no one in the world will continue to rely on their chin against him after he cracks them. Not even Roy Nelson.

Personally think the ground should be a non-factor unless Hunt decides to take it there. Hunt is stronger in the clinch, and should be able to avoid trips. Roy's doublelegs are cake.

Now go spin it