I think the biggest problem with great wrestlers when they start MMA is that they are terrified to get hit in the face. They have dominated and intimidated 99% of opponents during their career, and now have to deal with an unknown and with an opponent who can level the playing field with a punch. It seems like since TUF 1, Kos is not afraid to mix it up. He also has submissions against quality opponents. He sees that Leban has holes in his game and can be hurt. As for Leban, it seems like he hates Kos and anyone who has ever competed in one on one sports knows that can carry you far in a fight. I think they are both great MMA fighters, but Kos has improved his game A LOT since TUF 1 and the one knee by Fickett (always remember, you don't have to be better than your oopnent, you just have to knock him out)! I like Kos in this one in not a great fight, but not a lay and pray snoozer either.
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