Lineker Vs Dodson: The perks of being small

Range has always been a key part of fighting. With Champions like Jon Jones, Conor McGregor and Anderson Silva looming (literally) over their respective weightclasses, it is no surprise that most people assume that a reach advantage is one of the most important factors in a fight. However for every Jon Jones, there is a Stephan Struve. For every Conor McGregor, there is a James Vick. A reach advantage only means what your skills and fighting style can make it mean in the fight. A long reach and tall frame can be a huge disadvantage if not used correctly. Correspondingly, a smaller frame with less reach can be devastatingly effective if used properly.

For this weekend’s headliners John Dodson…