UFC 123: Rampage vs. MachidaNovember 20, 2010
The Palace of Auburn Hills
Detroit, Michigan
Main Bouts (PPV):
Lyoto Machida (16-1) vs. Quinton Jackson (30-8) "Rampage" is in a tough spot as he faces another guy who is going to stay away at all costs and looks to poke the bear just enough times at distance to win the points race. The "Dragon" isn't going to stop Jackson and Quinton is going to be chasing all night long just like last time out against Rashad Evans and leading to the same lackluster and uninspiring end.
The Palace of Auburn Hills
Detroit, Michigan
Main Bouts (PPV):
Lyoto Machida (16-1) vs. Quinton Jackson (30-8) "Rampage" is in a tough spot as he faces another guy who is going to stay away at all costs and looks to poke the bear just enough times at distance to win the points race. The "Dragon" isn't going to stop Jackson and Quinton is going to be chasing all night long just like last time out against Rashad Evans and leading to the same lackluster and uninspiring end.
WINNER-Lyoto Machida by Decision
B.J. Penn (15-7-1) vs. Matt Hughes (45-7) [Rubber Match] The 3rd times the harm as these 2 legends meet for the last time. Hughes cancelled all his plans to take this fight citing his desire to settle things with Penn. BJ had a similar response and is coming in light though that is probably a good thing indicating a properly trained Penn. I like the "Prodigy" on the feet all day long and I highly doubt Hughes ground work can still hang with BJ's other worldly Jiu-Jitsu. The previous 2 fights didn't make the score cards and neither does this 1. Penn takes his time but looks to inflict more damage and be busier before wearing Matt down and catching him again for a tapout.
WINNER-BJ Penn by Rd.3 Submission
Gerald Harris (17-2) vs. Maiquel Falcao (25-3) 10 wins in a row and coming off a highlight slam KO, Harris has all the momentum at Welterweight coming into this fight. Its a mere 7 in a row for the "Big Rig" out of Chute Boxe. Avoiding the "gong & dash" will be essential for Harris who puts Maiquel on his back over and over again en route to gassing out and finding his UFC debut a disappointment.
WINNER-"Hurricane" Harris by Rd.3 TKO
Phil Davis (7-0); vs. Tim Boetsch (12-3) "Mr. Wonderful" needs to avoid the "Barbarian's" punches with his trademark speed, but other than that, he's got this thing wrapped up. Way to much skill and quickness for the slow prodding Tim who just won't catch his prey much like the "Main Event."
WINNER-"Mr. Wonderful" by Decision
George Sotiropoulos (13-2) vs. Joe Lauzon (19-5) The controversy of the Aussie's under garb aside, we have two very impressive and talented young fighters looking to ascend into title contention. "J-Lau" just destroyed Gabe Rudiger but who wouldn't? Sotir has won 7 in a row and at a high level of competition. I'm not sure Lauzon has the entire game to hang with George who needs to keep this fight standing. This should be a close and possible "Fight Of The Night" candidate but I'll give to Sotir and his better work ethic.
WINNER-George Sotiropoulos by Decision
Prelims (On Spike TV):
Brian Foster (14-5) vs. Matt Brown (11-9) I'll take the HIT Squad member to be sturdy and smart against the wild swinging "Immortal" who has never impressed. Brown walks from the organization after this bout.
Prelims (On Spike TV):
Brian Foster (14-5) vs. Matt Brown (11-9) I'll take the HIT Squad member to be sturdy and smart against the wild swinging "Immortal" who has never impressed. Brown walks from the organization after this bout.
WINNER-Brian Foster by Decision
Mark Munoz (8-2) vs. Aaron Simpson (7-1) The "A-Train" had the fight in hand against Chris Leben before getting hurt which sapped all his energy and led to his demise. Munoz got slapped around by Yushin Okami and both are looking for relevance in the division. Munoz is known to get hurt in fights and as sloppy as he is, Aaron should find the way to put him down or at least win the points competition.
WINNER-Aaron Simpson by Decision
Prelims (Non-Televised):
Karo Parisyan (19-5) vs. Dennis Hallman (45-13-2) How the "Heat" talked himself back into the UFC I will never know. He is coming off a "gimme" win at Impact FC where he looked horrible and still has the jitters and shakes. "Superman" doesn't embody his nickname but he's always solid and can frustrate Karo into a boring loss.
Prelims (Non-Televised):
Karo Parisyan (19-5) vs. Dennis Hallman (45-13-2) How the "Heat" talked himself back into the UFC I will never know. He is coming off a "gimme" win at Impact FC where he looked horrible and still has the jitters and shakes. "Superman" doesn't embody his nickname but he's always solid and can frustrate Karo into a boring loss.
UPSET WINNER-Dennis Hallman by Decision
Mike Lullo (8-2) vs. Edson Barboza (6-0) "The Nova Friburgo Phenomenon" is here and the late replacement Lullo is going to be annihilated. Expect a quick exciting one.
WINNER-Edson Barboza by Rd.1 TKO
Paul Kelly (10-3) vs. T.J. O’Brien (16-3) Everyone say "hullo" to TJ because he won't be here long. "Tellys" is always angry and coming off a loss where he was held down and molested, its gonna get ugly. Team Kaobon has Kelly looking good and he will continue to improve here.
Nik Lentz (19-3-2) vs. Tyson Griffin (14-4) Tyson got shocked and dropped by Takanori Gomi in his last outing and is going to destroy Nik. The "Carnie" doesn't have anything for a cat at Tyson's level and you can expect a rare Griffin stoppage.
WINNER-"Tellys" by Rd.2 TKO
Nik Lentz (19-3-2) vs. Tyson Griffin (14-4) Tyson got shocked and dropped by Takanori Gomi in his last outing and is going to destroy Nik. The "Carnie" doesn't have anything for a cat at Tyson's level and you can expect a rare Griffin stoppage.
WINNER-Tyson Griffin by Rd.3 TKO
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