UFC on ESPN+ 16: Can the “Cowboy” Donald Cerrone Survive the Onslaught of Justin Gaethje?

The “Cowboy” will have his hands full with Justin Gaethje.

UFC on ESPN+ 16 is right around the corner featuring two of the most exciting fighters in the UFC today. Donald Cerrone has become well known for his willingness to fight anyone, anytime making him a fan favorite for casuals and hardcores alike. Justin Gaethje has gotten fight night bonuses in all of his UFC appearances showcasing just how entertaining his technical brawling style is for the fans.

Now these two scrappers will meet in the main event of UFC on ESPN+ 16, both fighters seeking a marquee victory to hang there hat on, the ‘Cowboy’ Donald Cerrone perhaps quite literally.

Why Tune In?

While many of you may be solely interested in the 2019 Olympia this weekend, taking thirty minutes away from bodybuilding isn’t going to hurt for this one. Both Donald Cerrone and Justin Gaethje have fan friendly striking styles that will see each man push the other in what’s sure to be a back and forth brawl.

While the main event of UFC 242 showcased the dominance of Khabib Nurmagomedov, it wasn’t exactly a barnburner. This fight on the otherhand is sure to make up for the lack of chaotic fireworks with some pretty high paced action.

In other words, if you enjoy watching a good scrap with two fighters who have been battled tested, then you should jump at the opportunity to watch this one.

How Does Each Man Get The Victory?

Where Donald Cerrone is the more refined striker, choosing to pick his shots and land with more classical Muay Thai and kickboxing combinations, Justin Gaethje is venerable force of nature who is willing to wade through the storm in order to land his strikes.

Still, despite that fact both men need a strategy to get things accomplished. The video below should offer up some keen insight into how each fighter gets the job done at UFC on ESPN+ 16.

Will you be tuning in to watch Donald Cerrone and Justin Gaethje go to war?

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Managing Editor at Generation Iron, Jonathan Salmon is a writer, martial arts instructor, and geek culture enthusiast. Check out his Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to keep up with his antics.

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Managing editor of Generation Iron, Jonathan Salmon is a writer, martial arts instructor, and geek culture enthusiast. He has been writing about bodybuilding, combat sports, and strength sports for over 8 years. Check out his YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Sound Cloud for in-depth MMA analysis.