Over the years, he's truly improved in his striking. He's fluid, explosive, and diverse (remember that Sean Salmon head kick knockout?).
He doesn't have any major weaknesses. That said, he can sometimes disappear for moments at a time in fights. What's more, he doesn't submit many people.
What Phil Davis brings to the table: Davis is an elite wrestler. His former national championship status, coupled with being a four time All American would seem to attest to this. He's also an amazingly powerful athlete who is picking up submissions at a pretty fast rate.
Does Davis have decent striking skills? Yep. His athleticism has allowed leniency on his overall technical skills, which are improving. Still, he has a ways to go in that regard.
Rashad Evans vs. Phil Davis Prediction: Davis is the better wrestler. But he's going up against the best wrestler in MMA that he's ever gone up against. The difference is that Evans is also a highly adept striker with a lot of experience on the big stage. In the end, expect Evans to have enough to fight off Davis's takedowns most of the time, leaving the majority of this fight on their feet. There the former Jackson's MMA fighter should have the advantage.
Rashad Evans defeats Phil Davis by decision.
