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[Deftone]

Hey Fist, wasnt Thiago Silva originally scheduled to fight Rampage in 130, but got popped in his last fight against Vera?

[Shiv]

Either way,its a fighht that I will be there for.

You aren't kidding, lol. I am torn about it, but I will not blink at the chance to watch it. Both divisions just seem to have lost something since these two guys have run through most everyone. I have to say, I hear they are possibly bringing Nick Diaz in to fight GSP, but I don't think he would be any different than Shields.

I tell you what, I am really looking forward to seeing the Cruz/Faber fight and the Pettis/Guida fight. Those are going to be some great fights.

[F.I.S.T.]

I have to agree completely. If you developed a stand-up game which allows you to beat up on people like Koschek with a straight jab and knock Shields down with the same jab, why would you change and jeopardize your title for the sake of critics. He has the best strategist in his corner with Greg Jackson and he executes the plan to perfection. GSP has evolved as a fighter and because of some of his fights, Shields should have prepared for a stand-up brawl. He should have known early his only chance was to get GSP to the ground, but instead he chose to fight GSP's fight and poke him in the eye.

Shield wasn't ready for the caliber of GSP and Dana White hyped up a fight which did not deliver. I still hope GSP will forgo a fight with Silva simply because Silva's reach would be too much. It makes more sense for Silva to move up to LHW. He is a great fighter, but his range is something the MW fighters can't get through. Short of a good wrestler like Sonnen, getting Silva to the ground and staying busy is the best way to combat his reach.

Couldn't agree more with about Gregg.Thats really is what makes a great fighter,having a winning strategy and STICKING to it.GSP sticks to it and wins.The fight with sheilds was not one of the alltime greatest fights by any means,but he got the "W' either way.

Now as for Silva,I don't want GSP to prolong fighting him,I think it will be a great fight.2 greats of the sport going at it.Do I thknk Silva has the advantage? Sure I do,but do I think GSP will come in with a game plan that could make it a great fight? Hell yea!

Either way,its a fighht that I will be there for.

[Shiv]

Wow,thats a lot of hostility there man.LOL

No matter what brother,GSP wins.A win is a win.They are all not the most glamorous or exciting fights,but he gets the "W" either way.

As for gsp being predictable in his fights,he must not be too predictable becuase noone that fights him knows what he is going to do.You think not one of his oppenents watches his fights and trains for him?I don't know man,hes kicking ass so he must be doing something right.

As for shields,he's been on a pretty long winning streak as well,so he is also no joke,but IMO he just wasn't GSP ready.

Randy is of course always an inspiration and will always be remembered as one of the greats,but unfotunetely father time is catching up with him and he should let his legend stay strong and retire for good now.

I have to agree completely. If you developed a stand-up game which allows you to beat up on people like Koschek with a straight jab and knock Shields down with the same jab, why would you change and jeopardize your title for the sake of critics. He has the best strategist in his corner with Greg Jackson and he executes the plan to perfection. GSP has evolved as a fighter and because of some of his fights, Shields should have prepared for a stand-up brawl. He should have known early his only chance was to get GSP to the ground, but instead he chose to fight GSP's fight and poke him in the eye.

Shield wasn't ready for the caliber of GSP and Dana White hyped up a fight which did not deliver. I still hope GSP will forgo a fight with Silva simply because Silva's reach would be too much. It makes more sense for Silva to move up to LHW. He is a great fighter, but his range is something the MW fighters can't get through. Short of a good wrestler like Sonnen, getting Silva to the ground and staying busy is the best way to combat his reach.

[graffix]

Dear gsp, Once again, "I am not impressed with your performance" lmao! Im sick of watching gsp fights. You know exacly what is going to happen every time he fights. Yeah he's winning, but yeah, it's also painfully boring to watch this guy compete anymore. Anderson Silva will knock this guy out easily. Gsp is simply too predictable to fight such a technical striker. Gsp has 4 moves..the jab, the ugly overhand right, the high kick, and the spinning back kick. Never throws any combos. The guy circles and bounces, then throws a jab or a double jab..then more bouncing and circling. Same bullshit every time. The guy fights once a year maybe and doesnt even care to finish people anymore. Gsp i wont waste another penny of my money on your fights. I cant wait to watch Anderson show you how to finish a fight. Btw, Jake shields, your a snooze fest machine too.

Right on bro. I agree with u know. Both gsp and shields were so scared to get hit that they didn't take any risks or chances to end the fight. Poor randy. I felt bad he had to end with a front kick 2 his grill. That as a terrible matchup 4 him. Anderson is gon knock gsp out guaranteed. Shields was a ground specialist and didn't even get gsp on the fuckin ground! Like wtf. That's ur specialty and u didn't or couldn't even do it. Very very crappy fight. I remember wen gsp used to stomp mudholes in peoples ass but his time will come soon

[F.I.S.T.]

http://www.ufc.com/media/UFC-129-GSP...ight-interview

[F.I.S.T.]

MACHIDA vs. COUTURE

TORONTO, April 30 – Karate is back again. Though if you ask former UFC light heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida, he’ll tell you it never left, and to prove it, he sent UFC legend Randy Couture into retirement with a spectacular jumping front kick in UFC 129 main card action Saturday night at Rogers Centre to get back on the winning track after losses to Mauricio Rua and Quinton Jackson.

“It was an honor to fight him,” said Machida, 17-2, of Couture. “He’s is a hero.”

“He’s a tremendous fighter,” said the 47 year old Couture. “It felt like I was standing still out there, and he caught me with a great kick.”

With the crowd chanting “Randy” to start the bout, Couture came out with his hands high, bobbing and weaving as he moved forward. Machida, as cool as ever, stunned Couture with a 1-2, instantly quieting the pro-Couture followers. Couture continued to stalk, but as soon as he got his hands on his opponent, Machida would toss him off with ease. But even though he took the round, Machida’s only offense in the final minute was a hard kick to the midsection.

Picking things up in the second round, Machida seemed intent on ending the bout, and soon enough, he did, taking a leap in the air, and while faking his left, landed flush with a right front kick. Couture fell flat on his back, and as Machida moved in for the finish on his hurt opponent, referee Yves Lavigne intervened, stopping the bout at the 1:05 mark.

“This is it. I think the last time we had this conversation I had all my teeth,” joked Couture, who retires with a 19-11 record, five UFC titles in two divisions, status as a UFC Hall of Famer, and the eternal gratitude of all who watched him fight over the last 14 years, more than 55,000 of which stood and gave him an ovation after this final bout.

MATYUSHENKO vs. BRILZ

It was clean-up time for “The Janitor” in light heavyweight action as Vladimir Matyushenko took only 20 seconds to knock out Jason Brilz.

“Sometimes I do what I promise,” smiled the veteran native of Belarus, who promised a dominant and entertaining victory. “I’ve been working on my striking skills.”

Sizing his opponent up, Matyushenko struck gold with his first offensive blast, drilling Brilz with a 1-2 that dropped him hard. A follow up barrage stiffened the Nebraskan, forcing referee Dan Miragliotta to halt the bout.

With the win, Matyushenko improves to 26-5. Brilz falls to 18-4-1.

HENDERSON vs. BOCEK

Former WEC lightweight champion Ben Henderson didn’t deliver his usual Fight of the Night performance, but he was effective in his UFC debut, shutting out Mark Bocek over three rounds.

The unanimous decision read 30-27 across the board for Henderson.

With Bocek unable to get Henderson to the mat throughout much of the first round, the Canadian was forced to eat punches and kicks from his foe until 1:17 remained and he secured a takedown. Even there though, Bocek was largely ineffective, as Henderson continued to pound away from the bottom position.

Bocek kicked off the round two scoring with a hard takedown, but Henderson stayed busy and refused to stay there long. After a stalemate against the fence, referee Yves Lavigne restarted the bout with a little over three minutes left. Henderson’s next move was a takedown of his own, and he proceeded to deliver hard strikes to the head and body as Bocek looked for a submission in between shots. After the two rose, Henderson pushed Bocek to the fence, but it was the Ontario native getting the best of things as he locked in a choke. Henderson stayed calm and broke loose, landing some solid strikes before the round ended.

Henderson drew some boos before the final round as he tried to amp up the pro-Bocek crowd, and they responded by cheering “Let’s go Bocek.” It was Henderson remaining in control though as he pounded away from the top position on the mat. The ultra-tough Bocek was able to get a late takedown with under a minute left, but his guillotine choke attempt was too little too late.

With the win, Henderson improves to 13-2; Bocek falls to 9-4.

[F.I.S.T.]

Dear gsp, Once again, "I am not impressed with your performance" lmao! Im sick of watching gsp fights. You know exacly what is going to happen every time he fights. Yeah he's winning, but yeah, it's also painfully boring to watch this guy compete anymore. Anderson Silva will knock this guy out easily. Gsp is simply too predictable to fight such a technical striker. Gsp has 4 moves..the jab, the ugly overhand right, the high kick, and the spinning back kick. Never throws any combos. The guy circles and bounces, then throws a jab or a double jab..then more bouncing and circling. Same bullshit every time. The guy fights once a year maybe and doesnt even care to finish people anymore. Gsp i wont waste another penny of my money on your fights. I cant wait to watch Anderson show you how to finish a fight. Btw, Jake shields, your a snooze fest machine too.

Wow,thats a lot of hostility there man.LOL

No matter what brother,GSP wins.A win is a win.They are all not the most glamorous or exciting fights,but he gets the "W" either way.

As for gsp being predictable in his fights,he must not be too predictable becuase noone that fights him knows what he is going to do.You think not one of his oppenents watches his fights and trains for him?I don't know man,hes kicking ass so he must be doing something right.

As for shields,he's been on a pretty long winning streak as well,so he is also no joke,but IMO he just wasn't GSP ready.

Randy is of course always an inspiration and will always be remembered as one of the greats,but unfotunetely father time is catching up with him and he should let his legend stay strong and retire for good now.

[dboss10]

Dear gsp, Once again, "I am not impressed with your performance" lmao! Im sick of watching gsp fights. You know exacly what is going to happen every time he fights. Yeah he's winning, but yeah, it's also painfully boring to watch this guy compete anymore. Anderson Silva will knock this guy out easily. Gsp is simply too predictable to fight such a technical striker. Gsp has 4 moves..the jab, the ugly overhand right, the high kick, and the spinning back kick. Never throws any combos. The guy circles and bounces, then throws a jab or a double jab..then more bouncing and circling. Same bullshit every time. The guy fights once a year maybe and doesnt even care to finish people anymore. Gsp i wont waste another penny of my money on your fights. I cant wait to watch Anderson show you how to finish a fight. Btw, Jake shields, your a snooze fest machine too.

[graffix]

Fuckin nate lost that's bs! Couture and gsp r my picks

[F.I.S.T.]

UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields - April 30th

Main Card

Welterweight Title: Georges St-Pierre vs. Jake Shields
Featherweight Title: Jose Aldo vs. Mark Hominick
Randy Couture vs. Lyoto Machida
Benson Henderson vs. Mark Bocek
Vladimir Matyushenko vs. Jason Brilz

Preliminary Card (Spike TV)

Rory MacDonald vs. Nate Diaz
Jake Ellenberger vs. Sean Pierson

Preliminary Card (Facebook)

Kyle Watson vs. John Makdessi
Pablo Garza vs. Yves Jabouin
Ivan Menjivar vs. Charlie Valencia
Claude Patrick vs. Daniel Roberts
Jason MacDonald vs. Ryan Jensen


UFC 130: Edgar vs. Maynard 3- May 28th

Main Card

Lightweight Title: Frankie Edgar vs. Gray Maynard
Quinton Jackson vs. Matt Hamill
Frank Mir vs. Roy Nelson
Brian Stann vs. Jorge Santiago
Travis Browne vs. Stefan Struve

Preliminary Card (Spike TV)

Rick Story vs. Thiago Alves
Miguel Torres vs. Demetrious Johnson

Preliminary Card

Chris Cariaso vs. Michael McDonald
Renan Bar?o vs. Cole Escovedo
Kendall Grove vs. Tim Boetsch
Cody McKenzie vs. Bart Palaszewski


The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale - June 4th

Anthony Pettis vs. Clay Guida
George Roop vs. Josh Grispi
Scott Jorgensen vs. Ken Stone
Jonathan Brookins vs. Jeremy Stephens
Ed Herman vs. Tim Credeur
Reuben Duran vs. Francisco Rivera
Kyle Kingsbury vs. Fabio Maldonado


UFC 131: Lesnar vs Dos Santos - June 11th

Main Card

Brock Lesnar vs. Junior dos Santos
Demian Maia vs. Mark Munoz
Mac Danzig vs. Donald Cerrone
Kenny Florian vs. Diego Nunes
Shane Carwin vs. Jon Olav Einemo

Preliminary Card

Dustin Poirier vs. Rani Yahya
Darren Elkins vs. Michihiro Omigawa
Krzysztof Soszynski vs. Anthony Perosh
Dave Herman vs. Joey Beltran
Chris Weidman vs. Jesse Bongfeldt
Sam Stout vs. Yves Edwards
Nick Ring vs. James Head


UFC Live: Marquardt vs Johnson - June 26th

Main Card

Anthony Johnson vs. Nate Marquardt
Pat Barry vs. Cheick Kongo
Martin Kampmann vs. John Howard
Matt Mitrione vs. Christian Morecraft

Preliminary Card

Matt Brown vs. Rich Attonito
Joe Stevenson vs. Javier Vazquez
Tyson Griffin vs. Manny Gamburyan
Michael Johnson vs. Edward Faaloloto
Joe Lauzon vs. Curt Warburton
Matt Grice vs. Ricardo Lamas
Nik Lentz vs. Charles Oliveira
TJ Grant vs. Matthew Riddle


UFC 132: Cruz vs Faber - July 2nd

Bantamweight Title: Dominick Cruz vs. Urijah Faber
Tito Ortiz vs. Ryan Bader
Wanderlei Silva vs. Chris Leben
Carlos Condit vs. Dong Hyun Kim
Jason "Mayhem" Miller vs. Aaron Simpson
Brian Bowles vs. Takeya Mizugaki
Melvin Guillard vs. Shane Roller
George Sotiropoulos vs. Evan Dunham
Erik Koch vs. Cub Swanson
Dennis Siver vs. Matt Wiman
Andre Winner vs. Anthony Njokuani


UFC 133 - August 6th

Rashad Evans vs. Phil Davis
Ant?nio Rog?rio Nogueira vs. Rich Franklin
Yoshihiro Akiyama vs. Vitor Belfort
Jorge Rivera vs. Alessio Sakara
Michael McDonald vs. Nick Pace
Rafael Natal vs. Riki Fukuda
Brian Ebersole vs. Dennis Hallman
Mike Pierce vs. Johny Hendricks


UFC on Versus 5 - August 14th

Duane Ludwig vs. Amir Sadollah
Cole Miller vs. T.J. O'Brien


UFC 134: UFC Rio - August 27th

Middleweight Title: Anderson Silva vs. Yushin Okami
Mauricio "Shogun" Rua vs. Forrest Griffin
Edson Barboza vs. Ross Pearson
Thiago Tavares vs. Spencer Fisher
Luiz Cane vs. Stanislav Nedkov
Maiquel Falcao vs. Tom Lawlor
Yuri Alcantara vs. TBA