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Why do you think Yandiev only has cardio for 1 round? I've seen no proof of this. I also believe he will come into the fight chemically enhanced. I doubt he cares about USADA. The man does not need to fight for money. Furthermore, if he gets caught he can still fight everywhere except the United States.
He could easily have been on the juice in his earlier fights. This is a good point though, that I thought of myself. He is the type that wouldn't give a damn, if he can keep his 0 and "look good". BUT, even if he drinks some of the best russian juice, he will still be tired after 1st. Have you seen how he fights? Everything is bruteforce and no technique at all. When you fight that tense and throw everything into every punch, move, transition and neck cranks, you will empty your tank quickly.
Johnson is a very skilled wrestler with solid grappling as well, and most importantly a good fight IQ and awareness that helps him to fight relaxed and at a pace where he can continue once he weathers Yandiev's 'storm'.
If Johnson survives the 1st, he should win ITD 9 out of 10, and at 1.75 this line is pretty solid. I find it hard to believe that Johnson will win a decision. It's just a matter of time after the 1st, before Johnson stops Yandiev.