Tegis Posted October 10, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted October 10, 2011 Isn't that all a bit WWE? Very much, but I would pin this on Sonnen, not UFC. He's a walking promotion, a hilarious one at that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zhan_Zhuang Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 It was cringeworthy, but no doubt all involved will be laughing to the bank. I hope Silva destroys him as I find Sonnen's fight-tactics far from entertaining. But yep as said, Edgar was immense...movement (footwork) was great throughout and his fitness is top-notch! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hogso Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 I hope that 'loser leaves town' match comes to fruition Isn't that all a bit WWE? Are UFC running out of ideas? Ha yeh, as Tegis says this was down to Sonnen not UFC. He said he'll leave the UFC...*dramatic pause*...FOREVER! if he loses to Anderson again. Which in reality means he would presumably not sign another contract with UFC, if offered one. And if Anderson loses Sonnen wants him to leave the division, which I can't see happening, as if it did happen surely you'd have to have the rubber match aswell as they'd both won one each? But yeh. It was a great 'promo'. He had been so stoic throughout the whole walk-in, intro's, and the fight itself, even in the initial time after the fight - and then that out burst. It was fantastic. In fact, I could see him in WWE if he leaves UFC, Vince & Co. would love him to ride in on a wave of controversy, and they adore their legit wrestlers too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zhan_Zhuang Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 In fact, I could see him in WWE if he leaves UFC, Vince & Co. would love him to ride in on a wave of controversy, and they adore their legit wrestlers too 'Legit' and 'WWE' in the same sentance?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eames Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 In fact, I could see him in WWE if he leaves UFC, Vince & Co. would love him to ride in on a wave of controversy, and they adore their legit wrestlers too 'Legit' and 'WWE' in the same sentance?! To defend the honour of the E a bit here, YES a lot of it is stage managed to buggery, YES its often patently ridiculous, but there is an element of technical skill required and they have hoovered up decent wrestlers before. Kurt Angle being the most notable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HolteEndRob Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Sonnen is a big WWE fan apparently. No wonder he trash talks about other fighters as much as he does. His latest 'pipebomb' was funny though. He'd lose to Anderson Silva again so who knows, he could end up in WWE after all ha ha! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zhan_Zhuang Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 GSP has a knee problem and his fight with Condit is on hold...Penn v. Diaz is the main event now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HolteEndRob Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 Never seen BJ Penn get beat up like that before. Diaz was relentless with his striking. I can't believe Carlos Condit has agreed to step aside and let GSP fight Diaz! UFC must have offered him some serious $$$ to do that but if I was a professional fighter there is no way that I would give up my title shot! He might never get the opportunity to fight for the title in the future. Diaz is good but GSP is different class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted October 30, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted October 30, 2011 Wierd one by Condit. But it was the fight to begin with, and he'll probably get a shot anyway. The 170 division is pretty much cleaned out by GSP apart from Diaz and Condit. Rory Macdonald has a few fights and years to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainer Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Id put Carlos Condit v Josh Koscheck on the same card as GSP v Diaz. Fitch is fighting Johny Hendricks and Condit has already beaten Ellenberger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hogso Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Anything really worth watching from the 137 card? I usually watch the repeat on ESPN on the sunday night after, usually 9 or 10, but it didnt start last night till nearly 12.30 so I havent seen anything of it. Seen the results though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted October 31, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted October 31, 2011 Anything really worth watching from the 137 card? I usually watch the repeat on ESPN on the sunday night after, usually 9 or 10, but it didnt start last night till nearly 12.30 so I havent seen anything of it. Seen the results though. Not to memorable. the spike-prelims were good though, watch that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sam100 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 PUMPED FOR SATURDAY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted November 3, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted November 3, 2011 Yep, weak card or not, seeing it live is pretty darn cool. Mad dash from VP to catch the prelims. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sam100 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 I've give my Villa ticket away didn't think i'd make it over there in time! and my priorities have changed a tad these days, so wasn't a difficult decision! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HolteEndRob Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 I had a great night! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hogso Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 Not a single fight on the main card made it to the 3rd round - what a great night of finishes for you guys that went! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chindie Posted November 6, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted November 6, 2011 Etim was monstrous. The submission was impressive but I was totally in awe of the moments before that - Faaloloto comes at him throwing jabs and Etim, completely calmly, walks backwards from these vicious punches, doesn't flinch, doesn't even lean from them, just total control to back away and then come flying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted November 6, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted November 6, 2011 Great atmosphere. Finishes galore. Loved it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted November 7, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted November 7, 2011 To make sure I look like a complete berk I also bought one of these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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