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jmog
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Jan 27, 2014 8:39am
I agree, Thompson was winning in my opinion up until that point.Raw Dawgin' it;1572631 wrote:Bendo is lucky Thomson broke his hand.
Raw Dawgin' it
Posts: 11,466
Jan 27, 2014 9:00am
There are talks of Cerrone and "The Eagle" (can't spell that fuckers name ha) and also of a trilogy with Bendo depending on the TJ Grant and Pettis injuries.
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Zoltan
Posts: 1,003
Jan 27, 2014 9:38am
A doctor on UFC tonight said Pettis tearing his PCL is worse than an MCL or ACL. He said he would be praying for him if he thinks he can be back by July. That sucks.
I would do Cerrone vs. Barboza which would be a great fight, and then the winner could get a true top contender. The Eagle can fight Melendez.
I would do Cerrone vs. Barboza which would be a great fight, and then the winner could get a true top contender. The Eagle can fight Melendez.
Raw Dawgin' it
Posts: 11,466
Jan 27, 2014 10:21am
Another useless champion - strip his belt. I'd say have Thomson fight Melendez...but I've seen it twice already.Zoltan;1572691 wrote:A doctor on UFC tonight said Pettis tearing his PCL is worse than an MCL or ACL. He said he would be praying for him if he thinks he can be back by July. That sucks.
I would do Cerrone vs. Barboza which would be a great fight, and then the winner could get a true top contender. The Eagle can fight Melendez.
Honestly - I'd love to see Cerrone get himself a title shot.
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Zoltan
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Jan 27, 2014 10:31am
Yeah Thompson/Melendez makes sense but they have fought three times already. No way they do it again unless it's for the title. Tough to make match ups when Pettis and Grant are both out with no clear return date.Raw Dawgin' it;1572735 wrote:Another useless champion - strip his belt. I'd say have Thomson fight Melendez...but I've seen it twice already.
Honestly - I'd love to see Cerrone get himself a title shot.
I don't see Cerrone getting a title shot anytime soon, especially if Pettis is the champ. I keep forgetting about Dos Anjos who has won five in a row, including a victory over Cerrone in his last fight. Maybe give him Thompson if he wins his fight coming up.
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sportchampps
Posts: 7,361
Jan 27, 2014 11:21am
Thomson has said he will probably retire. He's 35 and that loss will end pretty much any chance he has at a title shot. He wants to get into television and maybe commentate for the UFC. I don't think Pettis is a useless champion at all. Pettis might be a top 3 pound for pound fighter in the world. I can't see him being out past July with a PCL injury. There have been NFL Players who have completed their entire NFL career without a PCL. If it keeps him out past July it's because he's trying to build the strength up in that knee.
I wouldn't mind seeing Bendo vs Melendez 2 winner gets the next title shot. It was couch a close fight (one I thought Melendez won) that I think it could be justified.
I wouldn't mind seeing Bendo vs Melendez 2 winner gets the next title shot. It was couch a close fight (one I thought Melendez won) that I think it could be justified.
Raw Dawgin' it
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Jan 27, 2014 11:49am
lol Diaz
robj55
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Jan 27, 2014 12:09pm
Raw Dawgin' it;1572831 wrote:lol Diaz
LOL Classic, keeping it real 101
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Zoltan
Posts: 1,003
Jan 27, 2014 12:12pm
Haha Diaz is nuts. It's especially rich considering Thompson destroyed him and Henderson's only recent fight that wasn't close was when he dominated Diaz.
I don't think Thompson will retire, I'm chalking it up to emotions after a tough loss.
I don't think Thompson will retire, I'm chalking it up to emotions after a tough loss.
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sportchampps
Posts: 7,361
Jan 27, 2014 12:39pm
I have a feeling he only has 1 or 2 more fights in him if he doesn't retire now. Guys in his camp mentioned that he knew this was his last chance to go for a title. The fact he was discussing this before the fight shows me it's a real possibility. If Dana offers him a chance to be on tv I think he would retire.
robj55
Posts: 9,511
Jan 27, 2014 3:48pm
Thomson fight was competitive til that kick landed, I feel like Nate feels he can beat Thomson and is angling for a fight with him. He said he was gonna hunt down Thomson and Pettis. Needs another big win or 2 though right now.Zoltan;1572850 wrote:Haha Diaz is nuts. It's especially rich considering Thompson destroyed him and Henderson's only recent fight that wasn't close was when he dominated Diaz.
I don't think Thompson will retire, I'm chalking it up to emotions after a tough loss.
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I Wear Pants
Posts: 16,223
Jan 27, 2014 3:54pm
Who's silly ass suits was he talking about?
robj55
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Jan 27, 2014 5:16pm
Pettis, he was doing some commentary work with FOX.I Wear Pants;1572956 wrote:Who's silly ass suits was he talking about?
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Zoltan
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Jan 27, 2014 5:22pm
Yeah, he needs some wins first. He is probably looking at a rematch since has fought everyone in the UFC top ten except Grant (hurt), Khabib, and Dos Anjos. He hasn't fought Melendez either, but that is not happening.robj55;1572954 wrote:Thomson fight was competitive til that kick landed, I feel like Nate feels he can beat Thomson and is angling for a fight with him. He said he was gonna hunt down Thomson and Pettis. Needs another big win or 2 though right now.
Barboza is just outside the top ten and a scary enough fighter that a win over him carries weight. That would be a nice fight to make.
Fab1b
Posts: 12,949
Jan 27, 2014 5:26pm
That russian that is in the mix is the deal! I'd like to see him get a top 4 guy!
robj55
Posts: 9,511
Jan 27, 2014 6:38pm
Melendez vs Khabib would be awesome!Fab1b;1572987 wrote:That russian that is in the mix is the deal! I'd like to see him get a top 4 guy!
bigdaddy2003
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Jan 28, 2014 12:44am
Who does everyone have this weekend?
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Zoltan
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Jan 28, 2014 9:01am
Barao
Aldo
Overeem
Linkeker
Varner
Aldo
Overeem
Linkeker
Varner
Raw Dawgin' it
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Jan 28, 2014 9:31am
Pulling for Faber and Varner.bigdaddy2003;1573208 wrote:Who does everyone have this weekend?
It's a heavy WEC card.
robj55
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Jan 28, 2014 11:51am
I have the same, I think they are all competitive fights though. I think Lamas will test Aldo and Faber will do much better against Barao this time. Also could see Baugatinov beating Lineker.Zoltan;1573254 wrote:Barao
Aldo
Overeem
Linkeker
Varner
robj55
Posts: 9,511
Jan 28, 2014 11:58am
Mir vs Reem is a pivotal fight for both guys, Mir has lost 3 straight and Reem 2 in a row where he was clearly winning early. Mir struggles in the clinch and Reem is a monster there, if he gets a hold of him its gonna be ugly.
Raw Dawgin' it
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Jan 28, 2014 1:31pm
Neither guy is a contender, but it's a lot worse for the HW division if Mir wins.robj55;1573366 wrote:Mir vs Reem is a pivotal fight for both guys, Mir has lost 3 straight and Reem 2 in a row where he was clearly winning early. Mir struggles in the clinch and Reem is a monster there, if he gets a hold of him its gonna be ugly.
Enforcer
Posts: 2,140
Jan 28, 2014 1:46pm
Only way Mir wins is if Reem gets sloppy like Lesnar did His first time against MirRaw Dawgin' it;1573396 wrote:Neither guy is a contender, but it's a lot worse for the HW division if Mir wins.
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Zoltan
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Jan 28, 2014 2:13pm
That was my exact thoughts on why I picked Overeem. I see him powering him up against the fence and finishing what he started on Browne.robj55;1573366 wrote:Mir vs Reem is a pivotal fight for both guys, Mir has lost 3 straight and Reem 2 in a row where he was clearly winning early. Mir struggles in the clinch and Reem is a monster there, if he gets a hold of him its gonna be ugly.
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sportchampps
Posts: 7,361
Jan 28, 2014 2:33pm
Barao ( I think Faber could pull it off though)
Aldo
Overeem
lineker ( this should be a really good fight hard to call)
Trujjillo (should also be a close fight)
Aldo
Overeem
lineker ( this should be a really good fight hard to call)
Trujjillo (should also be a close fight)