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Kimmons vs. Yang
Jason Probst Mar 2, 2011
Rob
Kimmons (right) has nearly three times as many fights as upstart
Dongi Yang. | Dave Mandel/Sherdog.com
Middleweights
Rob Kimmons vs. Dongi Yang
The Matchup: Super aggressive and unbeaten in nine fights prior to his Octagon debut and decision loss to Chris Camozzi at UFC 121 in October, Yang should have the first-time jitters behind him. Facing Kimmons, a middling sort of veteran, this represents a good test for both.
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Yang has the edge early in the fight, Kimmons later, especially as it goes deep. The Korean will have to assert himself without getting recklessly aggressive, as Kimmons has decent submissions and can capitalize on mistakes.
The Pick: Recent history suggests guys improve markedly after their first UFC bout. Yang takes this one by second-round stoppage.
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