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‘EA UFC 5’ rating release for best light heavyweights: Jon Jones still reigns supreme

With the release of the “EA UFC 5” video game rapidly approaching, fans are wondering who the best characters in each weight class will be.

MMA Junkie will have the answer to some of those unknowns, as ratings are starting to be unveiled ahead of the Oct. 27 launch (with access on Oct. 24 with purchase of the Deluxe Edition) for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5.

The countdown continues with the light heavyweight, where despite his absence from the weight class for nearly four years, Jon Jones is still rightfully the top athlete.

Check below for a countdown of the top five rated 205-pound fighters from “EA UFC 5,” who have their striking, grappling and health come together under a five-star system to create an overall rating out of five.

5. Alex Pereira

Alex Pereira

Striking: 4.5
Grappling: 3.5
Health: 4.5
Overall: 4.5

4. Jamahal Hill

Jamahal Hill

Striking: 4.5
Grappling: 4
Health: 4.5
Overall: 4.5

3. Jiri Prochazka

Jiri Prochazka

Striking: 4.5
Grappling: 4
Health: 4.5
Overall: 4.5

2. Daniel Cormier

Daniel Cormier

Striking: 4
Grappling: 5
Health: 4.5
Overall: 4.5

1. Jon Jones

Jon Jones

Striking: 4.5
Grappling: 4.5
Health: 5
Overall: 5

The best light heavyweights of 'EA UFC 5'

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