King Mo retires too.
Crazy that the best prospect the division has seen since Jon Jones has been a 28 year old Anthony Smith, 40 fights into his professional career. Although, a couple more Walker fights could change my mind.Manuwa retires. LHW looks so different than it did a couple of years ago.
It's just that there are way more men at 155/170. If you took a sample size of all the guys in the FFA we would probably have most in the same weight classes (assuming we were all in MMA shape).the ideal male athletic body after a significant weight cut is between 155-175 lbs.
Two years ago, I couldn't imagine picking against Ferguson in this spot. But Donald is in such good head space right now, but to come back a month after a 5 round main event is unprecedented at this level. Also unprecedented was Tony having to get mentally cleared to fight after estranging his wife and child. So hard to tell the mental fatigue on a guy as weird as Tony, and I say that in the most complimentary way possible.Clayton Gray said:I'd be really surprised if that goes past three rounds.
If you add back in 15 lbs for the weight cut, I would agree with you. Average in shape male 5'9-6'2" walks around at 170-185 lbs I'd guess.It's just that there are way more men at 155/170. If you took a sample size of all the guys in the FFA we would probably have most in the same weight classes (assuming we were all in MMA shape).
One of the more active fighters on twitter, good-hearted personality.hmm, i would have to go back and watch. Maybe i am just remembering his fights wrong or thinking of someone else. I though he had some good wars in there. I know people hated him because he talked about being a model and was kind of arrogant about it.
although i did just try to look up Theoudruea highlights on youtube and not a whole lot popped up
ETA: checking out his fights, i think i am remembering early career Elias, and not when he stepped up in competition
Always had the potential for greatness. Failed to ever focus and evolve. Sure he will make a great coach and whatever he's doing with pro wrestling these days.King Mo retires too.
Both slow starters and Pettis was stopped by the towel, not Tony. Tony actually has just as many corner stoppages (2) as actual KO/TKOs (2) in 15 ufc fights.Clayton Gray said:I'd be really surprised if that goes past three rounds.
Yep, a man lost his soul chasing greatness that night.kutta said:I’m also not a fan of Gustafsson, but he did more in that Jones fight than just not get finished. That was by far Jones’ toughest fight, and he came close to winning it.
But other than that fight, I’m not impressed.
UFC ppv numbers for the next year or so at the very least are going to be dismal. Since going to ESPN app only, last 2 ppv's have been under 100k buys. Zero chance of a UFC PPV doing 1 million buys right now.Clayton Gray said:I'd be really surprised if that goes past three rounds.
Backdoor stream quality has improved from what I’ve seen.UFC ppv numbers for the next year or so at the very least are going to be dismal. Since going to ESPN app only, last 2 ppv's have been under 100k buys. Zero chance of a UFC PPV doing 1 million buys right now.
This is why Brock bailed, and why Conor won't fight. Fight careers are a very limited, unrenewable resource why risk your health to not get full value on the dollar.
This is Bellator's chance to gain market share by continuing to focus on talent instead of product.
ESPN breakdown with Dom Cruz was saying Donald needs to throw knees vs Tony. I think I agree.Both slow starters and Pettis was stopped by the towel, not Tony. Tony actually has just as many corner stoppages (2) as actual KO/TKOs (2) in 15 ufc fights.
Tony uses momentum so well to avoid major damage and Donald will want to bite down and go at it rather than chase him. I think it will be Donald stopping it late with strikes if there is a finish. I can't see Tony's unorthodox ground style working at all against Cerrone, I could be wrong and that may be his best path to victory but it sure doesn't seem like an easy one.
Did you see Cejudo's reddick cosplay? He tries way too hard in going the CMG route...I want to wait to see what they look like face to face at the ceremonial weigh in.
He is the cringe-iest fighter in the UFC.Teddy Stickles said:Did you see Cejudo's reddick cosplay? He tries way too hard in going the CMG route...
Donald will piece him up at range. If Tony closes the distance, Cerrone is going to need knees to keep Tony off him because Ferguson's elbows are as good as it gets.ESPN breakdown with Dom Cruz was saying Donald needs to throw knees vs Tony. I think I agree.
After watching Ferguson vs Michael Johnson, I'm not sure I like Tony vs a superior striker in a 3 round fight. I could see a decision going to Cowboy.Donald will piece him up at range. If Tony closes the distance, Cerrone is going to need knees to keep Tony off him because Ferguson's elbows are as good as it gets.
had no idea that guy was still fighting, let alone in the UFC. Have always been a fanVicious shots by Wineland. Good night!
reminds me of Eddie vs Gil MelendezHe blew his nose and that was it. Wow.
True story.Ferguson beat the living #### out of Cowboy in round 2. Probably better it was stopped. Round 3 would have been a bloodbath.
Round 1 was competitive.
Ready for mind-exploder #3? He's only 34.modogg said:had no idea that guy was still fighting, let alone in the UFC. Have always been a fan
Popov was a year older than Wineland in the matchup for a couple weeks ago too, despite being his UFC debut.Ready for mind-exploder #3? He's only 34.
He has that Karo Paryisan thing going on -- He had 21 pro fights under his belt before he turned 25 years old.
Cruise would destroy Bieber IMOi would love to know the odds on a Bieber-Tom Cruise fight. I think i would have to favor Bieber, maybe all the way up to -180:
https://www.mmamania.com/2019/6/9/18659192/justin-bieber-wants-to-fight-tom-cruise-in-the-ufc
I actually want to see this fight. If anyone has a stream, please PM me. I think they cracked down big time on my usual, go-to reddit mma stream thread.Punxsutawney Phil said:Started watching this live press conference for Artem / Malgiani. Some good schtick. When Artem calls a group of hecklers wearing Magic gear "magic Mike gonna take off your clothes" lol.
https://youtu.be/YIiJ9V_BYdA