MMA News and Notes

AKIRA · 07-07-2008, 02:28 PM

If Chuck has to fight Rampage again...ugh, its just like Franklin vs. Silva. Id rather see Chuck fight Wanderlei or Forrest.

DOMS · 07-07-2008, 10:57 PM

I liked the Rampage/Forrest fight. Two guys who can give, and take, a beating. Not only that, but both were consummate sportsmen and humble.

The best line in any UFC came from Rampage, "When you get in the ring, there's a 50/50 chance you're gonna get your ass whooped."

What's with all the hating on Koscheck? He seems decent enough and puts on a good show.

Richie1888 · 07-08-2008, 03:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKIRA

If Chuck has to fight Rampage again...ugh, its just like Franklin vs. Silva. Id rather see Chuck fight Wanderlei or Forrest.

ye i would agree that chuck / forrest would be good to see.

id take chuck for the win though even after i took rampage for the win at the weekend

Richie1888 · 07-08-2008, 05:38 AM

Bisping: Fedor could be crocked | The Sun |HomePage|Sport|UFC

anyone else heard this or is it just bisping trying to keep his blog interesting ?

he says aswell that fedor has only recently fought small guys did he not fight the near 7 foot guy not that long ago ?

AKIRA · 07-08-2008, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DOMS

I liked the Rampage/Forrest fight. Two guys who can give, and take, a beating. Not only that, but both were consummate sportsmen and humble.

The best line in any UFC came from Rampage, "When you get in the ring, there's a 50/50 chance you're gonna get your ass whooped."

What's with all the hating on Koscheck? He seems decent enough and puts on a good show.

Its that attitude that I like about Rampage. Eh, no, it was his aggression. Key word: was

Kos used to just lay and pray. His nick name was The Blanket. However, his attitude just doesnt strike well with most people. Ill admit, when he won the decision over Sanchez, I loved how he raised his arms.

I guess the truth is...is that Kos 'should' be better than he is. This, to me, was his most exciting fight to date, but I was more impressed with Lytle than Kos. For instance, Lytle was just waiting to get rocked, but Kos didnt pull the trigger. Why not?

Goodfella9783 · 07-08-2008, 03:10 PM

Koscheck could be so dangerous if he worked on his striking. He's one of the best wrestlers in the business but when he's on his feet all he does is swing for the fences.

Richie1888 · 07-10-2008, 04:06 AM

Jesse Taylor Vs. CB Dollaway on the 19th or 20th for us across the pond.

cant wait to see that about the only fight apart from silvas im interested in

is the affliction card on tv in the us or paper view ? any internet sites showing it ?

AKIRA · 07-10-2008, 10:09 AM

I have trying to find out if some bars will be hosting the Affliction fight. I am just not as interested in the Fight Night one.

Richie1888 · 07-10-2008, 10:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKIRA

I have trying to find out if some bars will be hosting the Affliction fight. I am just not as interested in the Fight Night one.

we re only getting the ufc over here thats how im hoping an internet site might show the affliction card if not ill be on mmatko the next day watching them before there removed

whats the plan with affliction is this a once off or are they trying to get into it ?

bigss75 · 07-13-2008, 10:18 AM

Baroni gets head butted after he knocks some dude out

http://www.mma-core.com/videos/Video...000783&tid=100

Richie1888 · 07-14-2008, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigss75

Baroni gets head butted after he knocks some dude out

http://www.mma-core.com/videos/Video...000783&tid=100

decent hit to the chin i think very few people would ahve been awake after leaving their chin that open

AKIRA · 07-14-2008, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigss75

Baroni gets head butted after he knocks some dude out

http://www.mma-core.com/videos/Video...000783&tid=100

I love how the ref stands them up right after baroni gets full mount. Eh, still won though.

Richie1888 · 07-15-2008, 03:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKIRA

I love how the ref stands them up right after baroni gets full mount. Eh, still won though.

i wouldnt mind seeing ufc refs stand them up quicker

tallcall · 07-15-2008, 04:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKIRA

I love how the ref stands them up right after baroni gets full mount. Eh, still won though.

That's the reason I watch grappler's tournaments more than I watch MMA right now, some of them don't appreciate chess matches and I love them.

AKIRA · 07-15-2008, 09:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DOMS

What's with all the hating on Koscheck? He seems decent enough and puts on a good show.

Not to bring up old times, but I recently re-watched the original Ultimate Fighter and its this show where the dislike stems from. He was a piece of shit to Chris Leben and an arrogant winner. He only had one friend on the show, which so happened to be the biggest bitch of the fighters.

Not for nothing, but its one of the few TUF series that I recommend. Very entertaining and NOTHING like the latest, what, 3 TUFs?

tallcall · 07-15-2008, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKIRA

Not to bring up old times, but I recently re-watched the original Ultimate Fighter and its this show where the dislike stems from. He was a piece of shit to Chris Leben and an arrogant winner. He only had one friend on the show, which so happened to be the biggest bitch of the fighters.

Not for nothing, but its one of the few TUF series that I recommend. Very entertaining and NOTHING like the latest, what, 3 TUFs?

I liked TUF 5 but after that I think it went down hill.

bigss75 · 07-15-2008, 04:25 PM

LAWL Rampage Felony Evading Police, Hit and Run

Cops say Jackson Went On Rampage - TMZ.com

bigss75 · 07-15-2008, 04:30 PM

Take it the person he hit was a Forrest fan

AKIRA · 07-15-2008, 04:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tallcall

I liked TUF 5 but after that I think it went down hill.

Which one was that? BJ/Pulver?

I have 1 & 3. Tito/Shamrock is pretty funny and the first one has already been discussed.

The one with Franklin and Hughes (which I didnt know had ALREADY coached) is one I havent seen.

Why would they have Hughes coach twice? Was he better the first time?

Richie1888 · 07-17-2008, 04:59 AM

Machida Draws Silva at Oct. UK UFC

what a fight that will be. lyoto might be a bit dissapointed he didnt get anyone a bit higher up the ladder

so who do you guys think will win on saturday night in the main fight of the night not fedor sylvia or silva irwin but the ufc against affliction ?

AKIRA · 07-17-2008, 10:02 AM

Hard to gauge cuz one is ppv and the other isnt.

I mightve said this earlier, but the basis of it from my POV, is that Affliction will prolly be easier to find on the internet since this is their first fight card whereas UFC pulls their vids constantly, though its still not that hard to find them.

However, because Aff is a ppv, Id rather watch that out n about than a free commercial filled UFC.

Richie1888 · 07-18-2008, 05:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKIRA

Hard to gauge cuz one is ppv and the other isnt.

I mightve said this earlier, but the basis of it from my POV, is that Affliction will prolly be easier to find on the internet since this is their first fight card whereas UFC pulls their vids constantly, though its still not that hard to find them.

However, because Aff is a ppv, Id rather watch that out n about than a free commercial filled UFC.

i think the ufc will take away casual fans from affliction. hardcore fans will want to watch affliction more i would think.

sherdog was talking about it and thinks that the ufc in their own words have "kneecapped" affliction be offering the free event on the same night as their pay event

i had to laugh at that video on mmatko where dana is on a mma radio talk show and is giving away a prize and ask the first 2 callers who the current LHW champ of the ufc is, neither of them know it and they move to the next 2 callers and he asks who the LW champ is and they both dont know it either so they have to go off air without giving away the prize lol

tallcall · 07-18-2008, 07:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKIRA

Which one was that? BJ/Pulver?

I have 1 & 3. Tito/Shamrock is pretty funny and the first one has already been discussed.

The one with Franklin and Hughes (which I didnt know had ALREADY coached) is one I havent seen.

Why would they have Hughes coach twice? Was he better the first time?

Yeah it was the one with BJ and Jens. I really liked Joe Lauzon and Nate Diaz, the others were pretty good, but nothing great.

ReproMan · 07-19-2008, 12:51 PM

Looks like Affliction is pulling out all the stops. I think it will do more PPV buys than originally thought:

Boxing - Boxing News - Boxing Coverage

Quote:

SIGNAL HILL, California (July 18, 2008) – The stars will be out Saturday night for “Affliction Banned,” the greatest line-up of mixed-martial-arts fights ever presented in one night, as entertainment and sports celebrities become fans watching the world’s most talented fighters, at Honda Center in Anaheim, California.

“Affliction Banned,” presented by Affliction Entertainment in association with Roy Englebrecht Promotions, is so talent-laden it had to be separated into two live broadcasts in the same night. FSN (Fox Sports Net) will present “Affliction Live”, a one hour live special, starting at 5 PM Pacific (8 PM/ET). The mega show “Affliction Banned” featuring five incredible fights follows on pay-per-view begining at 6 PM/PT (9 PM/ET) via iN DEMAND, TVN, Shaw Communications, Viewers Choice Canada, DirecTV, DISH Network, Bell ExpressVue and Star Choice in the United States and Canada for a suggested retail price of $39.95.

Donald Trump, Sr., a partner in the promotion along with Affliction Clothing, will be there with family members Melania, Donald, Jr., and Vanessa.

Actors getting red-carpet treatment include Sly Stallone, Robert Downing, Jr., Ashton Kutcher, Jamie Pressley, Mekhi Phifer and Madonna’s husband, movie producer Guy Richie.

Heavy metal band Megadeth, led by frontman, guitarist, and songwriter Dave Mustaine, will be performing live at the event. Members of popular rock bands Korn and Slayer will be in the house watching the action.

Nobody appreciates fighters like fellow athletes and the sporting world will be well represented by the likes of MMA legends Randy Couture, Frank Shamrock and Tito Ortiz, who’ll be there with his famous girlfriend, Jenna Jameson; NFL All-Pro players Sean Merriman and Antonio Gates (San Diego Chargers), recently retired Michael Strahan (New York Giants); world champion boxers James Toney, Zab Judah and Sergio Mora; LA Dodgers pitcher
Brad Penny and former WWF superstar “Rowdy” Roddy Piper.

The highly anticipated US debut of Russian heavyweight Aleksander “The Grim Reaper” Emelianenko (13-3), brother of Fedor Emelianenko, against tough Texan brawler Paul “The Headhunter” Buentello (23-10), kicking off the night with “Affliction Live” on FSN, plus veteran Terry Martin (16-4) faces Brazilian sensation Victor “The Phenom” Belfort (16-8).

The “Affliction Banned” pay-per-view, features six of the 10 heavyweights in the world, including the long awaited return of the former undisputed PRIDE® heavyweight champion and Russian M-1 legend Fedor “The Last Emperor” Emelianenko (27-1), who battles former 2-time UFC® heavyweight title-holder Tim “The Maine-iac” Sylvia (24-4), fighting in the main event (5 five-minute rounds) for the inaugural WAMMA heavyweight title.

The PPV action continues with five more super showdowns as former UFC® heavyweight title-holder Andrei “The Pitbull” Arlovski (12-5) clashes with IFL® titlist “Big” Ben Rothwell (29-5); Josh “The Baby Faced Assassin” Barnett (22-5) faces off stateside for the first time in two years in a grudge match against the only opponent to ever knock him out — Brazilian strongman Pedro “The Rock” Rizzo (16-7); three-time All-American wrestler Mike Whitehead (20-5) tangles with Brazilian sensation Renato “Babalu” Sobral (29-7); 2000 Olympic Wrestling Silver Medalist and Oregon House of Representative candidate, Matt “The Law” Lindland (20-5) takes on Brazilian favorite Fabio “Negao” Nascimento (8-3).

Finally, for the thousands in attendance at the Honda Center, the off-television swing bouts will fill out an exciting night of action as light-heavyweights and Justin Levens (9-8) vs. Ray Lizma (5-5); welterweight JJ Ambrose (9-1) vs. Mike “Quicksand” Pyle (15-5-1); lightweight Savant Young (8-7) vs. Mark “The Machine” Hominick (15-8); Brazlian heavyweight Antonio Rogerio “Minotoro” Nogueira (13-3) vs. Edwin “Babyface” Dewees (35-12).

**IainDaniel** · 07-19-2008, 10:23 PM

Well Tim Showed how he fairs in comparison to Fedor.

HAHAHA

07-07-2008, 02:28 PM	#1321
AKIRA I am Rollo Tomassee.. Elite Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Outside the box Posts: 7,765 Photos: 3	If Chuck has to fight Rampage again...ugh, its just like Franklin vs. Silva. Id rather see Chuck fight Wanderlei or Forrest.
	6' 209lbs (8/16) Bench 360 (11/29) Weighted Pullups 80lbs 3x3 (3/19) Squat 370 Deadlift after herniation 385lbs 3x3 (3/17) NASM certified 2/06 Journal

07-07-2008, 10:57 PM	#1322
DOMS Metrosexual Elite Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: In a van, down by the river... Posts: 21,511 Photos: 5	I liked the Rampage/Forrest fight. Two guys who can give, and take, a beating. Not only that, but both were consummate sportsmen and humble. The best line in any UFC came from Rampage, "When you get in the ring, there's a 50/50 chance you're gonna get your ass whooped." What's with all the hating on Koscheck? He seems decent enough and puts on a good show.
	I never lie because I don't fear anyone. You only lie when you're afraid.—John Gotti

07-08-2008, 05:38 AM	#1324
Richie1888 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 1,172	Bisping: Fedor could be crocked \| The Sun \|HomePage\|Sport\|UFC anyone else heard this or is it just bisping trying to keep his blog interesting ? he says aswell that fedor has only recently fought small guys did he not fight the near 7 foot guy not that long ago ?
	When you play for Celtic forget the Jersey forget the club, your playing for a people and a cause.

07-10-2008, 04:06 AM	#1327
Richie1888 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 1,172	Jesse Taylor Vs. CB Dollaway on the 19th or 20th for us across the pond. cant wait to see that about the only fight apart from silvas im interested in is the affliction card on tv in the us or paper view ? any internet sites showing it ?
	When you play for Celtic forget the Jersey forget the club, your playing for a people and a cause.

07-10-2008, 10:09 AM	#1328
AKIRA I am Rollo Tomassee.. Elite Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Outside the box Posts: 7,765 Photos: 3	I have trying to find out if some bars will be hosting the Affliction fight. I am just not as interested in the Fight Night one.
	6' 209lbs (8/16) Bench 360 (11/29) Weighted Pullups 80lbs 3x3 (3/19) Squat 370 Deadlift after herniation 385lbs 3x3 (3/17) NASM certified 2/06 Journal

07-08-2008, 03:10 PM	#1326
Goodfella9783 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 4,141	Koscheck could be so dangerous if he worked on his striking. He's one of the best wrestlers in the business but when he's on his feet all he does is swing for the fences.

07-13-2008, 10:18 AM	#1330
bigss75 Let Me See Yo Grill Elite Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Colorado Posts: 5,123	Baroni gets head butted after he knocks some dude out http://www.mma-core.com/videos/Video...000783&tid=100

07-15-2008, 04:25 PM	#1337
bigss75 Let Me See Yo Grill Elite Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Colorado Posts: 5,123	LAWL Rampage Felony Evading Police, Hit and Run Cops say Jackson Went On Rampage - TMZ.com

07-15-2008, 04:30 PM	#1338
bigss75 Let Me See Yo Grill Elite Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Colorado Posts: 5,123	Take it the person he hit was a Forrest fan

07-17-2008, 04:59 AM	#1340
Richie1888 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 1,172	Machida Draws Silva at Oct. UK UFC what a fight that will be. lyoto might be a bit dissapointed he didnt get anyone a bit higher up the ladder so who do you guys think will win on saturday night in the main fight of the night not fedor sylvia or silva irwin but the ufc against affliction ?
	When you play for Celtic forget the Jersey forget the club, your playing for a people and a cause.

07-17-2008, 10:02 AM	#1341
AKIRA I am Rollo Tomassee.. Elite Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Outside the box Posts: 7,765 Photos: 3	Hard to gauge cuz one is ppv and the other isnt. I mightve said this earlier, but the basis of it from my POV, is that Affliction will prolly be easier to find on the internet since this is their first fight card whereas UFC pulls their vids constantly, though its still not that hard to find them. However, because Aff is a ppv, Id rather watch that out n about than a free commercial filled UFC.
	6' 209lbs (8/16) Bench 360 (11/29) Weighted Pullups 80lbs 3x3 (3/19) Squat 370 Deadlift after herniation 385lbs 3x3 (3/17) NASM certified 2/06 Journal

07-19-2008, 10:23 PM	#1345
IainDaniel My Role Model Moderator Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 15,612	Well Tim Showed how he fairs in comparison to Fedor. HAHAHA