2019 UFC/MMA thread

[youdunnf'dup 2147]

That was exactly what Covington said backstage when he was asked about it. I honestly had no idea about that story. 

[ajax 2678]

Wait, wtf. Matt Hughes got hit by a train? 

[52-80 19377]

He was either the biggest idiot but I think it was suicide attempt

[ajax 2678]

Damn. CTE for sure.

[Scraps 13809]

Have yall not seen him at events? Its pretty fucking sad. At one point he could barely walk.

[JohnnyRage 1617]

Did Ben Askren retire or something?

[spystud13 2371]

Nope, fights Maia in October. 

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UFC welterweight contender Ben Askren was potentially one win away from a title shot entering his bout with Jorge Masvidal at UFC 239 in July. And in five seconds, that dream was over.

Masvidal's flying knee earned him the fastest KO in the promotion's history and ended Askren's 20-fight unbeaten streak and chance to face champion Kamaru Usman for the belt.

"It's not as bad as it was in the Olympics when I realized I wouldn't have another shot. This, I could have another shot," Askren said. "Nevertheless, you're talking about a goal of nine years in the making, and I'm one fight away from getting there against a guy that I chose. I blew it. My life's goal was to be the best in the world. I was this close."

As a result, Askren will now take on Brazilian jiu-jitsu legend Demian Maia in October in Singapore.

Some fans and media immediately criticized the fight as it pits non-strikers together. Maia is one of the greatest grapplers in UFC history, while Askren boasts similar accolades in wrestling.

Helwani asked about those who "say there's a chance this fight is very boring."

"I think there's obviously a portion of fans who like all parts of MMA, not just those who stand and bang," Askren said. "It's kind of a myth that that's all people want to watch. At the end of the day, I'm a non-stand-up guy, a boring wrestler. And I've also been the most anticipated fight on the biggest two cards of the year. So there's some type of myth in there."

 

[JohnnyRage 1617]

Yeah, listening to the interview now. Saw a strange ESPN headline.

Ben is right about listening to the Colby vs Usman chatter fight build up.

[Scraps 13809]

On 8/4/2019 at 9:58 AM, youdunnf'dup said:

I bet Colby will be the betting favorite again. 

opening odds have him as a big underdog

Usman  -300  

CC +230 

Edited August 6, 2019 by Scraps

[youdunnf'dup 2147]

Well color me surprised. 

[ajax 2678]

Didn't know this but apparently Covington and Masvidal are like best buddies, unlikely as it seems. If either one beats Usman, they'll have to fight each other.

[52-80 19377]

Real life Colby is chill.  He and Masvidal were roommates for long times.  And they have gone on record saying they don't have a problem fighting each other for the belt.  It's just business and significant money

[youdunnf'dup 2147]

I’m like 99% sure Colby’s thing is a gimmick. Like, he didn’t feel like he was getting the recognition he deserves, saw what Conor was doing, and decided to go full heel just for show. I’m sure he’s probably a trump supporter, but a lot of the shit he says just seems like an act. Because clearly that’s worked for him as of late. Masvidal seems like one of the realest dudes in the sport. If they’re close friends, I can’t see it being any other way.

[Zavala 1384]

WAR SHEV

[Zavala 1384]

 

 

 

Edited August 11, 2019 by Zavala

[Scraps 13809]

That fight should go about the same as this Astros/Orioles game

[Chief21 49]

Damn Perry is a fuckin douche

[spystud13 2371]

Blondie dancing behind Perry ain’t bad. 

[spystud13 2371]

https://www.instagram.com/platinumprincessofficial/

 

She’s kinda playing loose & fast with the words ‘tennis professional’. 

[spystud13 2371]

Does ESPN+ just randomly shut down for anyone else? 

[Chief21 49]

1 minute ago, spystud13 said:

Does ESPN+ just randomly shut down for anyone else? 

I haven't had an issue

[Chief21 49]

He leaking

[Chief21 49]

Holy shit!! His nose is fucked up

[Zavala 1384]

Lol Mike Perry is a Legend, flicks off the crowd as he holds onto underhooks against the cage.

Now the guillotine is squeezing all the blood outta Perry. He sucks but he's entertaining.

[Zavala 1384]

12 minutes ago, spystud13 said:

Does ESPN+ just randomly shut down for anyone else? 

Sportsurge.net

Lol more reliable than paying

[JohnnyRage 1617]

Sadly, this would be my walkout music...

 

 

[Zavala 1384]

Lol I'd come out to this

[JohnnyRage 1617]

Tough round to call. I guess 10-9 champ

[youdunnf'dup 2147]

Fight night on ESPN, or what’s on tonight?

 

answered my own question 

Edited August 11, 2019 by youdunnf'dup

[Scraps 13809]

ZZZZZZZZZZ

[Zavala 1384]

Just now, Scraps said:

ZZZZZZZZZZ

wmma my dude

Has anyone ever seen Carmoushe and Faber in the same room?

[Zavala 1384]

Lol throwing punches that are missing by 3'

 

First punch that lands for Shev a knockdown

[Zavala 1384]

Carmoushe is under Eddie Bravo?

Shev double underhooks body lock takedown. Carmoushe looks satisfied throwing heel strikes to the thigh and squeezing arms from the bottom.

3-0 Champ

Shit fight so far. Hope Shev opens up this can soon.

[Zavala 1384]

Ole rubber guard. Classic 10th planet.

 

[JohnnyRage 1617]

Nice job of grabbing half guard from full side control. Other than that, fuck this fight.

[Zavala 1384]

Woooooooo counter spinning backfist drops mush. Damn Bullets timing is on point holy shit

[Zavala 1384]

2 minutes ago, JohnnyRage said:

Nice job of grabbing half guard from full side control. Other than that, fuck this fight.

Yeah the Champ has won every round, the challenger hasn't engaged enough to warrant any action. Anytime she finally gets in close enough she gets dropped by a perfectly timed strike.

[Zavala 1384]

Shev speaks like 8 languages

[Patricio Swayze 17058]

Ole rubber guard. Classic 10th planet.
 

Eddie is a douche and rubber guard is lame. That is all.

[youdunnf'dup 2147]

It isn’t letting me post the picture for some reason, but I’m seeing the nastiest fucking picture of Mike Perry’s broken nose. Jesus Christ. I don’t know if I’ve ever seen one look that bad 

[JohnnyRage 1617]

Eddie Bravo is somewhat funny, but annoying. The Rubber Guard is a good stall tactic.

 

[youdunnf'dup 2147]

4 minutes ago, youdunnf'dup said:

It isn’t letting me post the picture for some reason, but I’m seeing the nastiest fucking picture of Mike Perry’s broken nose. Jesus Christ. I don’t know if I’ve ever seen one look that bad 

 

Fuck. Brutal sport.

Edited August 11, 2019 by youdunnf'dup

[Patricio Swayze 17058]

5 minutes ago, JohnnyRage said:

Eddie Bravo is somewhat funny, but annoying. The Rubber Guard is a good stall tactic.

 

Just like most new school fancy jiu jitsu, rubber guard is negated by good old solid fundamentals.  I love how he disses the gi, but wears gi pants.  His schtick is tired. 

[JohnnyRage 1617]

I came out to Gorillaz - M1A1 just to get my ass kicked. I don't know what I'm talking about.

But as long as he's not preaching about Aliens on the Rogan Podcast, I find him so-so.

[youdunnf'dup 2147]

51 minutes ago, JohnnyRage said:

But as long as he's not preaching about Aliens on the Rogan Podcast, I find him so-so.

He’s a fucking loon. Some of his conspiracy theory shit even has rogan calling him ridiculous and reckless 

[Zavala 1384]

1 hour ago, youdunnf'dup said:

It isn’t letting me post the picture for some reason, but I’m seeing the nastiest fucking picture of Mike Perry’s broken nose. Jesus Christ. I don’t know if I’ve ever seen one look that bad 

https://webm.red/QE5Z.webm

[JohnnyRage 1617]

You Walkout Song...

 

[youdunnf'dup 2147]

didn’t realize there was animosity between these two. I’ve always liked both fighters, but the Diaz brothers might be my all time favorite fighters.

[JohnnyRage 1617]

This weekend's fights look pretty good.

[ajax 2678]

Looking forward to the roid fest