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“Andrey Koreshkov is not well-rounded. He's been taken down and mounted and has his back taken by Lyman Good, which tells me he's a terrible grappler. He isn't well rounded. He's a good striker, but that's it.” quote by Ben Askren
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“Andrey Koreshkov is not well-rounded. He's been taken down and mounted and has his back taken by Lyman Good, which tells me he's a terrible grappler. He isn't well rounded. He's a good striker, but that's it.”

Ben Askren

About This Quote

Source Interview: MMA Analyst Discussion, 2022

The fighter is praised for striking but criticized for lacking grappling skill, implying a one‑dimensional style limits overall effectiveness.

In simple terms: A one‑sided skill set limits success.

Key Takeaway

Develop a well‑rounded skill set.

Themes

sports strategy skill development MMA analysis

Mood

determined analytical

Type

sports technical

When to use this quote

  • coaching
  • personal training
  • match preparation

Key Concepts

technical versatility training methodology competition

Questions to Reflect On

  • What areas should a fighter improve?
  • How does specialization affect career longevity?
A Different Perspective

Specializing can make one vulnerable to opponents’ strengths.

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