Jeremy Stephens faced Mason Jones at UFC Des Moines in both fighters' return to the UFC. Despite a strong debut in the second round, Stephens struggled against Jones, who efficiently combined striking and grappling throughout the matchup. The fight showcased Jones's skill with various techniques, including head kicks and takedowns, which ultimately secured him a dominant victory over the veteran, who had not seen success in his return after previous competitions in boxing and BKFC. The bout highlighted the challenges of returning to the octagon for seasoned fighters.
Jones put the pressure on Stephens landing combinations and leg kicks to end them. Stephens finally popped off some hands, but it did nothing to stop Jones from coming forward.
Jones decided to stop playing with Stephens and went all out on takedowns and ground attacks. Stephens didn't make a successful comeback under such relentless assaults.
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