“There’s No Margin of Error for This Man”: Jon Anik Adds to UFC 292 Post-fight Drama After Recounting Joe Rogan’s Praise for Aljamain Sterling

UFC 292 brought along some major upsets in the fight game. Prodigious Bantamweight star Sean O’Malley turned the tables on the reigning Bantamweight champ Aljamain Sterling, snatching the title shot and taking the UFC Bantamweight title home. But the aftermath of this title clash has fans and fight gurus buzzing for all sorts of reasons.

Jon Anik, the respected UFC commentator, recently attempted to clarify some of the confusion surrounding the highly anticipated title fight. Well, he tried to explain the contrasting viewpoints of both ‘Sugar’ and ‘Aljo’. He even delved deep into ‘Aljo’s mindset coming into the fight, and it’s not what you would expect! So what does the iconic commentator have to add about the ‘Funkmaster’ – that already hasn’t been said? Let’s find out!

Jon Anik dives into UFC 292 Post-Fight Drama

In a recent conversation on the Anik & Florian Podcast, Jon Anik gave his two cents on the aftermath of the UFC 292 PPV in Boston. He kicked off the discussions, highlighting ‘Aljo’s post-fight confessions. 

Quoting the ‘Funkmaster,’ Anik revealed, “He[Sterling] said in the post fight presser that his footwork and lateral movement – that of O’Malley, were two things that he was under prepared for and that surprised him.”

According to Anik, Sterling confessed to being under-prepared for these facets of O’Malley’s game, which took him by surprise. However, as the conversation progressed, the UFC commentator recounted his colleague Joe Rogan’s words of praise for ‘Aljo.’ He shared an intriguing perspective from his co-commentator Joe Rogan. The JRE host, known for his insightful analysis, had lauded Aljamain Sterling as “the best weight cutter” in the sport.

Jon Anik unpacks the UFC 292 fallout – calls for more respect for ‘Sugar’

Reflecting on this praise from the JRE host, Anik emphasized the criticality of ‘Aljo’s weight management. He noted that there is zero room for error when it comes to making the 135-pound limit. Likewise, Anik added,

“There’s no margin of error for Aljamain Sterling. He likes to have a drink or two, but when it comes to making 135 pounds – there’s no margin of error for this man. [He] had to make it twice in 15 weeks – a lot of different factors here.”

However, Anik expressed his bewilderment over the prevailing skepticism surrounding Sean O’Malley. He questioned why factors like O’Malley’s cannabis use and facial tattoos seem to overshadow his undeniable skills in the Octagon. Arguing his POV, Anik quizzed, “But I just don’t quite understand – what is it – that he[O’Malley] smokes w**d? that he has facial tattoos? Like – what is it going to take for people to – you know, give Sean O’Malley his flowers and understand just how critical time and space is when you fight him…”

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Concluding his arguments, Anik highlighted the significance of understanding O’Malley’s fighting style. His insights also emphasize the importance of time and space when competing against UFC’s prodigious ‘Sugar.’ 

As the aftermath of UFC 292 continues to reverberate, Anik’s insights add a layer of depth to the ongoing conversations. The dynamics between ‘Aljo’ and ‘Sugar’ have undoubtedly left a lasting impact on the MMA community, sparking debates. So, do you agree with Jon Anik’s remarks? Or do you have your own opinions about why ‘Aljo’ failed to deliver? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!

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