rahdam
12-27-2008, 11:05 PM
Wow, got home from watching UFC 92.
Let me start by stating that a fight broke out while we were watching the fights. It was a cool atmosphere, everyone had a good time.
Rampage vs. Silva
This one was the one that pushed me to the edge of my seat. I wanted Rampage to win, but anybody who has seen the previous two fights between these two knows that Silva MUST be in Rampage's head. When Rampage shot for the takedown and Silva brought the knee, I was worried. Rampage showed some great striking, and the left hook he landed to bring down Silva was gold. I breathed a huge sigh of release when Silva went limp. I really think the UFC should give Rampage the next title shot; at worst, he should rematch Griffin, with the winner of that bout getting a shot at the title.
Nogueria vs. Mir
"I didn't think I could do it. But I did. And you can too!"
Frank Mir is an intelligent, classy fighter. He won a new fan tonight.
His striking looked great, he was throwing down the pipe and landing, knocking Nogueira to the ground on multiple occasions. I was surprised by Nog's inability to block the strikes; he only lasted as long as he did because he was able to snap his head back, as all of the punches were moving right through his forearms. I do think that the stoppage was a touch premature, given that it is Nog we are talking about, but when he got up, he wobbled, and I do not think the outcome would have changed. I was YELLING for Mir to get out of Nog's guard during the first takedown, and I think he was wise to stay clear for the most part. His game plan was excellent, and he has clearly evolved as a fighter, as has Lesnar. The Mir-Lesnar matchup should be a good one; I do not think Lesnar will fall victim to the kneebar again, but I can see Mir securing a heelhook or a choke in one of the earlier rounds; I do not think he will be able to armbar or kimura Lesnar. We'll see, I'm looking forward to this matchup. Frank Mir had a great victory speech after the fight, and he definitely won a new fan tonight.
Forrest vs. Rashad
To be honest, even though the light heavyweight division is one of the most competitive in all of MMA, I did not care much for this matchup. It was a good fight; I picked Forrest to win, but Rashad caught that kick and finished well, waiting for the right moment to drive home the right that was the beginning of the end. Forrest, for his part, was out well before the fight was called, but he showed good heart; Rashad was definitely the better fighter. I would like to see Rashad against Rampage, and I think it might happen soon.
Let me start by stating that a fight broke out while we were watching the fights. It was a cool atmosphere, everyone had a good time.
Rampage vs. Silva
This one was the one that pushed me to the edge of my seat. I wanted Rampage to win, but anybody who has seen the previous two fights between these two knows that Silva MUST be in Rampage's head. When Rampage shot for the takedown and Silva brought the knee, I was worried. Rampage showed some great striking, and the left hook he landed to bring down Silva was gold. I breathed a huge sigh of release when Silva went limp. I really think the UFC should give Rampage the next title shot; at worst, he should rematch Griffin, with the winner of that bout getting a shot at the title.
Nogueria vs. Mir
"I didn't think I could do it. But I did. And you can too!"
Frank Mir is an intelligent, classy fighter. He won a new fan tonight.
His striking looked great, he was throwing down the pipe and landing, knocking Nogueira to the ground on multiple occasions. I was surprised by Nog's inability to block the strikes; he only lasted as long as he did because he was able to snap his head back, as all of the punches were moving right through his forearms. I do think that the stoppage was a touch premature, given that it is Nog we are talking about, but when he got up, he wobbled, and I do not think the outcome would have changed. I was YELLING for Mir to get out of Nog's guard during the first takedown, and I think he was wise to stay clear for the most part. His game plan was excellent, and he has clearly evolved as a fighter, as has Lesnar. The Mir-Lesnar matchup should be a good one; I do not think Lesnar will fall victim to the kneebar again, but I can see Mir securing a heelhook or a choke in one of the earlier rounds; I do not think he will be able to armbar or kimura Lesnar. We'll see, I'm looking forward to this matchup. Frank Mir had a great victory speech after the fight, and he definitely won a new fan tonight.
Forrest vs. Rashad
To be honest, even though the light heavyweight division is one of the most competitive in all of MMA, I did not care much for this matchup. It was a good fight; I picked Forrest to win, but Rashad caught that kick and finished well, waiting for the right moment to drive home the right that was the beginning of the end. Forrest, for his part, was out well before the fight was called, but he showed good heart; Rashad was definitely the better fighter. I would like to see Rashad against Rampage, and I think it might happen soon.