Evento de UFC Fight Night(Charlotte), protagonizado por Rozenstruik vs. Almeida, teniendo como co-estelar a Jhonny Walker vs. Anthony Smith. Un combate importante entre 2 top 10 del peso semipesado. Se podía esperar una pelea cerrada, mucho intercambio de golpes, espectáculo y excelente guerra dentro del octógono. Anthony Smith, llegaba con una derrota, ubicado en el puesto número 5 del ranking. Jhonny Walker, contaba con una racha de 2 victorias consecutivas y se encontraba número 7 en las clasificaciones de las 205 libras.

UFC Fight Night(Charlotte) event, starring Rozenstruik vs. Almeida, with Jhonny Walker vs. Anthony Smith as co-main event. An important fight between 2 top 10 light heavyweights. We could expect a close fight, a lot of exchange of blows, spectacle and excellent war inside the octagon. Anthony Smith, arrived with a defeat, located in the number 5 position of the ranking. Jhonny Walker, had a streak of 2 consecutive victories and was number 7 in the 205 lbs. rankings.

La realidad para ambos guerreros, resultaban muy distintas, Jhonny Walker, por un momento fue considerado un contendiente fuerte a conseguir el título. Luego, comenzó a perder y llego a estar por arriba del top 10. Anthony Smith, un veterano de 34 años, no tanto por su edad, sino por la gran actividad que ha tenido en su carrera, más de 50 peleas a nivel profesional, no es poca cosa. Hombre que disputo en su momento el cinturón con Jon Jones, ha sabido como mantenerse dentro del top 5 y permanecer en la élite de la división. La victoria era importante para ambos luchadores.

The reality for both warriors was very different, Jhonny Walker, for a moment was considered a strong contender for the title. Then, he began to lose and was ranked just outside the top 10. Anthony Smith, a veteran of 34 years, not so much for his age, but for the great activity he has had in his career, more than 50 fights at the professional level, is no small thing. A man who once contested the belt with Jon Jones, he has known how to stay in the top 5 and remain among the elite of the division. The win was important for both fighters.

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La carrera de Jhonny Walker, ha sido muy inconsistente, rápidamente se convirtió en un favorito del público, conseguía finalizaciones increíbles, combinaciones de muchas maneras, físico imponente y gran poder de cualquier forma. Algunos analistas comentaron que podía vencer a Jon Jones, la leyenda más grande del deporte, tristemente, nunca pudo alcanzar el tope de la división y no vimos ese posible combate. Un récord de 4 derrotas en 5 peleas, hizo retroceder mucho a Jhonny Walker.

Ya no se hablaba de posible campeón, ahora, lo estaban enviando al retiro, las críticas estuvieron fuerte, mencionaban que no tenía mandíbula y que no tenía chances de vencer a un top 5. Fue desplazado al puesto número 13 del ranking y todo cambio. Jhonny Walker se mudó a Estados Unidos, cambio de equipo de entrenamiento y consiguió 2 victorias importantes. Nuevamente, pudo entrar entre los 10 primeros y contra Anthony Smith, tenía la gran posibilidad de colocarse entre los 5 mejores de la división.

Oficialmente, Jhonny Walker ha renacido, venció por la vía unánime a un Anthony Smith que físicamente no es el mismo. La carrera hacia el título sigue intacta, las ilusiones de seguir ascendiendo están sobre la mesa, posiblemente coloquen número 5 a Jhonny Walker y su próximo combate sea contra un top 3 del semipesado. Llego su momento, está tocando las puertas a una oportunidad titular, venciendo a un top 3, aumentando la racha de victorias a 4 consecutivas, se ganaría el puesto de retar al campeón.

Aunque, Anthony Smith, no ofreció mucho esta noche, ha sido el peor performance de su carrera, no podemos quitarle mérito a Jhonny Walker, los fanáticos lo daban por terminado, pensaron que no tenía opciones de superar importantes retos y aquí se encuentra otra vez entre los mejores. No es nada fácil, estar en el top 10, salir de los primeros puestos y luego volver a entrar hacia lo más alto de la categoría. Jhonny Walker, merece mucho respeto, excelente gladiador, demuestra que nunca puedes darte por vencido y que siempre hay que luchar en todo momento.

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Jhonny Walker's career has been very inconsistent, he quickly became a crowd favorite, getting incredible finishes, combinations in many ways, imposing physique and great power in any form. Some analysts commented that he could beat Jon Jones, the greatest legend in the sport, sadly, he was never able to reach the top of the division and we didn't see that possible fight. A record of 4 losses in 5 fights set Jhonny Walker back a lot.

He was no longer being talked about as a possible champion, now, he was being sent to retirement, the critics were strong, they mentioned that he had no jaw and that he had no chance to beat a top 5 fighter. He was moved to number 13 in the ranking and everything changed. Jhonny Walker moved to the United States, changed his training team and got 2 important victories. Again, he was able to break into the top 10 and against Anthony Smith, he had a great chance to move into the top 5 of the division.

Officially, Jhonny Walker has been reborn, he defeated by unanimous decision an Anthony Smith who physically is not the same. The race for the title is still intact, the illusions of continuing to rise are on the table, possibly place Jhonny Walker number 5 and his next fight will be against a top 3 light heavyweight. His time has come, he is knocking on the door to a title shot, beating a top 3, increasing his win streak to 4 in a row, would earn him the spot to challenge the champion.

Although, Anthony Smith, did not offer much tonight, it was the worst performance of his career, we can not take away merit to Jhonny Walker, the fans thought he was finished, they thought he had no options to overcome important challenges and here he is again among the best. It is not easy at all, to be in the top 10, get out of the top positions and then get back into the top of the category. Jhonny Walker deserves a lot of respect, excellent gladiator, he shows that you can never give up and that you always have to fight at all times.

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Lo mejor del combate transcurrió en el primer asalto, Jhonny Walker, estaba siendo paciente, no quería entrar en la distancia corta, su altura y su alcance beneficiaban a un combate a pelear desde afuera. Anthony Smith, nos mostro su mejor rendimiento en algunos pasajes, conectaba algunos golpes con su mano izquierda y amenazaba con su potente derecha. En un intercambio desmedido, Jhonny Walker, impacto un golpe de poder y envió al suelo a Anthony Smith. Lo salvo el grappling, se aferró a la pierna de Walker y pudo sobrevivir.

En el segundo y tercer asalto del combate, no hubo mucho entretenimiento, Anthony Smith, tenía miedo de volver hacer conectado y Jhonny Walker no quería arriesgar mucho. Las patadas fueron claves, Anthony Smith recibió muchas en su pierna izquierda y al final del combate no podía sostenerse. Lamentable, parece que lo mejor que tenía se ha ido, Anthony Smith en un combate tiro afuera un diente, jamás se rendirá, simplemente era un salvaje y contra Walker no quería pelear más.

Posiblemente, Jhonny Walker pudo haber finalizado la batalla en cualquier momento, pero no quiso arriesgar a entrar en intercambios, quizás, miedo a que Anthony Smith consiguiera un potente golpe de derecha que lo salvara de la derrota. Realmente, me gusto que haya sido cauteloso, lo importante era conseguir la victoria, seguir ganando confianza, entrar en el top 5 y acercarse poco a poco en lo más alto del ranking. No ha sido el mejor combate, pero a Jhonny Walker le importa poco.

Anthony Smith, parece que puede retirarse, sinceramente es lo mejor, ya los mejores tiempos han pasado y demostró que ya no está para grandes citas. Aunque, solo tiene 34 años, sigue joven para las MMA, ha recibido mucho castigo y su capacidad física se ha perdido por completo. Por otra parte, Jhonny Walker debe seguir mejorando, su próximo rival será un peleador fuerte del top 5 y necesitará hacer un poco más de esfuerzo si desea ganar. Tengo mucha confianza en Jhonny Walker, considero que tiene todo para llegar lejos y espero verlo pronto nuevamente. ¡Felicidades, Jhonny!

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The best of the fight took place in the first round, Jhonny Walker, was being patient, he did not want to enter the short distance, his height and reach benefited a fight to fight from the outside. Anthony Smith, showed us his best performance in some passages, connecting some punches with his left hand and threatening with his powerful right hand. In a wild exchange, Jhonny Walker, hit a power punch and sent Anthony Smith to the ground. He was saved by grappling, clung to Walker's leg and was able to survive.

In the second and third round of the fight, there was not much entertainment, Anthony Smith, was afraid to connect again and Jhonny Walker did not want to risk much. The kicks were key, Anthony Smith received many in his left leg and at the end of the fight he could not hold on. Unfortunately, it seems that the best he had is gone, Anthony Smith in one fight knocked out a tooth, he will never give up, he was simply a savage and against Walker he didn't want to fight anymore.

Possibly, Jhonny Walker could have finished the fight at any time, but he didn't want to risk going into exchanges, perhaps, afraid that Anthony Smith would land a powerful right hand that would save him from defeat. I really liked that he was cautious, the important thing was to get the win, keep gaining confidence, get into the top 5 and get closer little by little to the top of the rankings. It wasn't the best fight, but Jhonny Walker doesn't care.

Anthony Smith, it seems that he can retire, honestly it is the best thing, the best times are over and he showed that he is not ready for big events. Although, he is only 34 years old, he is still young for MMA, he has taken a lot of punishment and his physical ability has been completely lost. On the other hand, Jhonny Walker must continue to improve, his next opponent will be a strong top 5 fighter and he will need to put in a little more effort if he wants to win. I have a lot of confidence in Jhonny Walker, I consider he has everything to go far and I hope to see him again soon. congratulations, Jhonny!

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