Rashad Evans, a former UFC light heavyweight champion, still has his sights set on rematching Quinton Jackson. Their much-anticipated rematch won't adhere to MMA rules within the ONE Championship but is instead set to unfold under boxing regulations this February in Florida. Evans, at 45 years old, is a year younger than Jackson.Evans' Love for Boxing and His Rivalry with Jackson
Evans expressed his enthusiasm for boxing, stating, "Boxing is something I'm a huge fan of and there's nothing better than getting another chance to fight Rampage." He further revealed that Jackson is in good shape, having been preparing for Shannon 'The Cannon' Briggs. Evans emphasized their mutual respect and the friendly yet competitive nature of their relationship. "We've got a level of respect for each other, but we still have fun and we're still clowning each other. I've still got to deal with him trying to clown me, or I'll send him a message and try to clown him. We're fiercely competitive with each other. That's a good thing."The Past Rematch and Its Impact
Evans defeated Jackson by unanimous decision at UFC 114 after coaching Season 10 of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF), a heavyweight season that featured future UFC stars like the late Kimbo Slice, Roy Nelson, Brendan Schaub, and Matt Mitrione. This past encounter added to the excitement and anticipation surrounding their upcoming rematch.Evans' Recent Fighting Career
Since retiring from the UFC in June 2018, Evans has only fought once, registering a unanimous decision victory over Gabriel Checco under the Eagle FC banner. This shows his continued determination and ability to compete at a high level.Jackson's Inactivity and the Upcoming Fight
For Jackson, he has remained out of action since getting crushed by Fedor Emelianenko in late 2019. The upcoming "Evans vs. Jackson 2" is expected to have a finalized date and location in the coming weeks, generating significant buzz among fight fans.Expect this boxing showdown between Rashad Evans and Quinton Jackson to be a thrilling event, bringing together two former UFC champions in a new combat sport arena.
