Thursday, April 28, 2016
Monday, April 25, 2016
UFC Fight Night 87 Arlovski vs. Overeem: Fight Card
May 8, 2016
Ahoy Rotterdam
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Ahoy Rotterdam
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Fight Card:
#4 Alistair Overeem (40-14) -230 vs. #5 Andrei Arlovski (25-11) +180
"We were never friends," exclaim Arlovski and Overeem like jilted lovers. It took but an instant for the Jackson-Wink team to side with Andrei in this Heavyweight showcase and the potentially highly entertaining scrap was on.
"The Reem" found his stride under the tutelage of the Jackson-Wink camp going 4-1 but now rides alone once again. Alistair is staring down the barrel of a title shot but history will remind us that "The Demolition Man" had a title shot against then champ Brock Lesnar, but failed an PED test before the battle could occur. Now "Ubereem" has added impressive footwork to his game keeping foes away from his fragile chin. Alistair has carried his power along with dropping some muscle for better endurance and we still await the return of his devastating knee game.
"The Pit Bull" stumbled badly last out against current #1 contender Stipe Miocic but had been on a 6 fight career resurgence. Arlovksi has also studied the movement game to protect his glass jaw and must use his best, and basically only weapon, the right hand of death! Other than that, Andrei is just gunning from the seat of his pants.
Its easy to see how the percentages lean toward Alistair who has more weapons and less wear on the body and yet, there is still a case to be made for Andrei. Since Overeem has been spending his time at the Jackson-Wink camp, they know him well and are some of the best game planning coaches in the MMA game today. If there are ways to make the "Belarus Vampire" viable in this contest, they will find it. MMAFO has its doubts and we expect a very slow start to this one before something killer touches Arlovski and he falls apart before our eyes. His return to the top was a fun story, but it won't have a happy ending.
WINNER-Alistair Overeem by Rd.2 KO
Antonio Silva (19-8-1) +170 vs. Stefan Struve (26-8) -210
Its a battle of the giants as "Bigfoot" climbs the "Skyscraper." No? Eh, its the best we could come up with. Anywho, Silva has never been good and he's completely shot now. 1-4-1 in his last 6 is just abysmal and the guy has been (T)KO'd 7 damn times in his career including last out against Mark Hunt. This lying piece of shit claims his body is now "naturally" producing testosterone (after failing a PED test and during the TRT era against Mark Hunt & claiming his gigantism kept him from producing testosterone; Silva was also busted in his past for the steroid Boldenone). "Bigfoot" grew his hair out to keep your eyes away from the fact that he is badly out of shape for this meeting.
Struve returned from personal turmoil and a scary heart condition to defeat Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira by decision in August of last year. Then the Hollander lost a frustrating decision to the sweaty blanket that is Jared Rosholt in November. Stefan has never competed up to his ability (pun intended) as he stands up straight allowing himself to be hit and fighting in the most perilous way possible. It is generally infuriating to watch this kid but he is a decent striker and has better than average grappling skills especially for a big man. Struve will also be in front of the home crowd which won't hurt either.
This is a coin flip as either man could fall down with the touch of a feather. Again, we lean toward the overall talent of the younger fighter who should possess more options to win. Nothing would surprise us though as either man has the ability to flame out in glorious fashion.
WINNER-Stefan Struve by Decision
Albert Tumenov (17-2) -185 vs. Gunnar Nelson (14-2-1) +150
The classic striker versus grappler if'n there's ever been one!
"Einstein" (Tech N9ne!) is on a roll having won 5 in a row dispatching some tough up and comers like Alan Jouban and Lorenz Larkin along the way. Pay attention because the 1st strike from Tumenov is a set-up for the one you don't see coming that is going to wreck you. This guy can also tuck and move away while avoiding the takedown like a pro. Well, he is a pro but that's beside the point.
"Gunni" is cold as at the Icelandic winter with stellar grappling and a hard punch. However, Nelson is robotic in his striking and may find it quite difficult to get Albert to the mat.
This is a great match-up between two young rising talents. Even though Tumenov isn't going to school Nelson on the ground the way Demian Maia (and perhaps nobody else) did, he is going to teach him some striking lessons. There might be a scary moment on the ground but more likely, Albert keeps this thing at range and picks apart Gunner for the judges nod.
WINNER-Albert Tumenov by Decision
Germaine de Randamie (5-3) -380 vs. Anna Elmose (3-0) +290
Anna "Panda" who now? So Elmose is supposed to be a striker and all but best of luck going blow for blow against "The Iron Lady." Germaine is a bruiser with a big size advantage and she'll come out ahead in what could be a fun kickboxing match.
WINNER-Germaine de Randamie by Decision
Nikita Krylov (19-4) -200 vs. Francimar Barroso (18-4) +160
What kind of a world do we live in when Nikita is on a 3 fight winning streak in the UFC? Jesus squeeze us nobody saw that coming when the "Ukranian Capone" strode into Zuffa in '13. The fact that Krylov has 6 bouts (4-2) in the UFC is a shock. Anywho, Krylov should be able to work the ground game and at the very least control the bout against an unimpressive Barroso.
WINNER-Nikita Krylov by Decision
#6 Karolina Kowalkiewicz (8-0) -260 vs. Heather Jo Clark (7-4) +200
Clark was the victim of bullying on TUF which was unfortunate but she is a garbage fighter. "KK" is going to run game and win this fight however she sees fit. Karolina is destined for a title shot while Heather is destined for Invicta.
WINNER-Karolina Kowalkiewicz Rd.2 Submission
Rustam Khabilov (18-3) -200 vs. Chris Wade (11-1) +160
MMAFO's continual critique of "Tiger" is that the guy just won't let loose with his technically brilliant striking. Rustam's offensive attack is just beautiful but the guy builds a lead and just sits on it becoming tortuously patient. The "Suplex Sultan" also launches opponents into the air with ease for breathtaking slams.
Wade is a workhorse wrestler on a 6 fight winning streak. Always in phenomenal shape, Wade strings together his attack with non-stop varied takedown attacks and a relentlessness with natural power.
This is a step up in competition for Chris while Rustam has faced top tier fighters in Benson Henderson and Jorge Masvidal though he hasn't truly made that move to the next level. This is going to be a nip and tuck affair with both men having their moments. Wade will be pressing the action while Khabilov will be reacting which is a worry if you are siding with the Jackson-Wink fighter. However, while Chris has the ability to control the action, he doesn't have the offense to score a ton of card stealing points to seize the day. Look for the "Tiger" to execute just enough of his assorted offense to edge out the American late for the decision.
WINNER-Rustam Khabilov by Split Decision
Magnus Cedenblad (13-4) -300 vs. Garreth McLellan (12-3) +230
"Jycken" was hot before disappearing for all of 2015 but the Swede is back with his clinch fighting and sneaky grappling prowess. Magnus should shake off the ring rust but come out ahead against a tough but average McLellan.
WINNER-Magnus Cedenblad by Decision
John Tuck (9-2) -155 vs. Josh Emmett (9-0) +125
The "Super Saiyan" has had some head scratching appearances in the Octagon (3-2) but he is improving his game and finding his comfort zone while moving into his prime.
Team Alpha Male's Emmett is stepping in on short notice for Nick Hein. We watched a bit of film on Josh and he doesn't seem like anything special but you can't really call that any sort of good research either. Eh, we don't really care about this fight.
WINNER-John Tuck by Decision
Yan Cabral (12-2) -185 vs. Reza Madadi (13-4) +150
Are we supposed to forget that Madadi served over a year in prison for stealing expensive purses of all things http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2013/8/16/4628222/ufc-lightweight-reza-madadi-sentenced-to-18-months-in-prison-on/in/4401501 only 3 years ago? MMAFO has not forgotten and wonders why the UFC chose to re-hire this idiot? The "Mad Dog" is overrated as they come with a ton of bark and very little bite.
Cabral is a smart grappler but his lack of a stand up game has us a bit worried here against an aggressive attacker. Still, we loathe Madadi and won't pick him hoping Yan can get this to the floor and pretzel Reza up.
WINNER-Yan Cabral by Rd.3 Submission
Kyoji Horiguchi (16-2) -600 vs. Neil Seery (16-11) +400
Aw man, we loves us some gritty Neil Seery action but he's got a hard road to hoe here. "2 Tap" is a great MMA story but he's got a lot of wear on his 36 year old body. Neil likes to brawl and we love him for it, but he's gunning against a guy who hits much, much harder, and can take him down as well for some G&P.
Horiguchi was rushed into a title shot against "Mighty Mouse" but he's no joke amassing a tight 5-1 record for Zuffa stumbling only against the aforementioned best Pound4Pound fighter in the world. We could easily see Kyoji working his way back up to the title shot eventually but he will just have too much game for Mr. Seery.
WINNER-Kyoji Horiguchi by Rd.2 TKO
Leon Edwards (10-3) -260 vs. Dominic Waters (9-4) +200
Not much to say here except Edwards should have this one running away and winning another Decision without a whole lot of fanfare.
WINNER-Leon Edwards by Decision
Willie Gates (12-6) -155 vs. Yuta Sasaki (18-3-2) +125
Willie Gates, the guy famous for taking a "cheap shot" at John Moraga though he did nothing wrong in the bout. He's a decent striker but nothing to write home about.
Yuta is tall for the division but he doesn't use it well though he should have a great opportunity here to take Gates to the floor and abuse him. The late notice shouldn't be no thang for Sasaki who gets Willie out of there before the final horn.
Upset Pick WINNER-Yuta Sasaki by Rd.2 Submission
"We were never friends," exclaim Arlovski and Overeem like jilted lovers. It took but an instant for the Jackson-Wink team to side with Andrei in this Heavyweight showcase and the potentially highly entertaining scrap was on.
"The Reem" found his stride under the tutelage of the Jackson-Wink camp going 4-1 but now rides alone once again. Alistair is staring down the barrel of a title shot but history will remind us that "The Demolition Man" had a title shot against then champ Brock Lesnar, but failed an PED test before the battle could occur. Now "Ubereem" has added impressive footwork to his game keeping foes away from his fragile chin. Alistair has carried his power along with dropping some muscle for better endurance and we still await the return of his devastating knee game.
"The Pit Bull" stumbled badly last out against current #1 contender Stipe Miocic but had been on a 6 fight career resurgence. Arlovksi has also studied the movement game to protect his glass jaw and must use his best, and basically only weapon, the right hand of death! Other than that, Andrei is just gunning from the seat of his pants.
Its easy to see how the percentages lean toward Alistair who has more weapons and less wear on the body and yet, there is still a case to be made for Andrei. Since Overeem has been spending his time at the Jackson-Wink camp, they know him well and are some of the best game planning coaches in the MMA game today. If there are ways to make the "Belarus Vampire" viable in this contest, they will find it. MMAFO has its doubts and we expect a very slow start to this one before something killer touches Arlovski and he falls apart before our eyes. His return to the top was a fun story, but it won't have a happy ending.
WINNER-Alistair Overeem by Rd.2 KO
Antonio Silva (19-8-1) +170 vs. Stefan Struve (26-8) -210
Its a battle of the giants as "Bigfoot" climbs the "Skyscraper." No? Eh, its the best we could come up with. Anywho, Silva has never been good and he's completely shot now. 1-4-1 in his last 6 is just abysmal and the guy has been (T)KO'd 7 damn times in his career including last out against Mark Hunt. This lying piece of shit claims his body is now "naturally" producing testosterone (after failing a PED test and during the TRT era against Mark Hunt & claiming his gigantism kept him from producing testosterone; Silva was also busted in his past for the steroid Boldenone). "Bigfoot" grew his hair out to keep your eyes away from the fact that he is badly out of shape for this meeting.
Struve returned from personal turmoil and a scary heart condition to defeat Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira by decision in August of last year. Then the Hollander lost a frustrating decision to the sweaty blanket that is Jared Rosholt in November. Stefan has never competed up to his ability (pun intended) as he stands up straight allowing himself to be hit and fighting in the most perilous way possible. It is generally infuriating to watch this kid but he is a decent striker and has better than average grappling skills especially for a big man. Struve will also be in front of the home crowd which won't hurt either.
This is a coin flip as either man could fall down with the touch of a feather. Again, we lean toward the overall talent of the younger fighter who should possess more options to win. Nothing would surprise us though as either man has the ability to flame out in glorious fashion.
WINNER-Stefan Struve by Decision
Albert Tumenov (17-2) -185 vs. Gunnar Nelson (14-2-1) +150
The classic striker versus grappler if'n there's ever been one!
"Einstein" (Tech N9ne!) is on a roll having won 5 in a row dispatching some tough up and comers like Alan Jouban and Lorenz Larkin along the way. Pay attention because the 1st strike from Tumenov is a set-up for the one you don't see coming that is going to wreck you. This guy can also tuck and move away while avoiding the takedown like a pro. Well, he is a pro but that's beside the point.
"Gunni" is cold as at the Icelandic winter with stellar grappling and a hard punch. However, Nelson is robotic in his striking and may find it quite difficult to get Albert to the mat.
This is a great match-up between two young rising talents. Even though Tumenov isn't going to school Nelson on the ground the way Demian Maia (and perhaps nobody else) did, he is going to teach him some striking lessons. There might be a scary moment on the ground but more likely, Albert keeps this thing at range and picks apart Gunner for the judges nod.
WINNER-Albert Tumenov by Decision
Germaine de Randamie (5-3) -380 vs. Anna Elmose (3-0) +290
Anna "Panda" who now? So Elmose is supposed to be a striker and all but best of luck going blow for blow against "The Iron Lady." Germaine is a bruiser with a big size advantage and she'll come out ahead in what could be a fun kickboxing match.
WINNER-Germaine de Randamie by Decision
Nikita Krylov (19-4) -200 vs. Francimar Barroso (18-4) +160
What kind of a world do we live in when Nikita is on a 3 fight winning streak in the UFC? Jesus squeeze us nobody saw that coming when the "Ukranian Capone" strode into Zuffa in '13. The fact that Krylov has 6 bouts (4-2) in the UFC is a shock. Anywho, Krylov should be able to work the ground game and at the very least control the bout against an unimpressive Barroso.
WINNER-Nikita Krylov by Decision
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#6 Karolina Kowalkiewicz (8-0) -260 vs. Heather Jo Clark (7-4) +200
Clark was the victim of bullying on TUF which was unfortunate but she is a garbage fighter. "KK" is going to run game and win this fight however she sees fit. Karolina is destined for a title shot while Heather is destined for Invicta.
WINNER-Karolina Kowalkiewicz Rd.2 Submission
Rustam Khabilov (18-3) -200 vs. Chris Wade (11-1) +160
MMAFO's continual critique of "Tiger" is that the guy just won't let loose with his technically brilliant striking. Rustam's offensive attack is just beautiful but the guy builds a lead and just sits on it becoming tortuously patient. The "Suplex Sultan" also launches opponents into the air with ease for breathtaking slams.
Wade is a workhorse wrestler on a 6 fight winning streak. Always in phenomenal shape, Wade strings together his attack with non-stop varied takedown attacks and a relentlessness with natural power.
This is a step up in competition for Chris while Rustam has faced top tier fighters in Benson Henderson and Jorge Masvidal though he hasn't truly made that move to the next level. This is going to be a nip and tuck affair with both men having their moments. Wade will be pressing the action while Khabilov will be reacting which is a worry if you are siding with the Jackson-Wink fighter. However, while Chris has the ability to control the action, he doesn't have the offense to score a ton of card stealing points to seize the day. Look for the "Tiger" to execute just enough of his assorted offense to edge out the American late for the decision.
WINNER-Rustam Khabilov by Split Decision
Magnus Cedenblad (13-4) -300 vs. Garreth McLellan (12-3) +230
"Jycken" was hot before disappearing for all of 2015 but the Swede is back with his clinch fighting and sneaky grappling prowess. Magnus should shake off the ring rust but come out ahead against a tough but average McLellan.
WINNER-Magnus Cedenblad by Decision
John Tuck (9-2) -155 vs. Josh Emmett (9-0) +125
The "Super Saiyan" has had some head scratching appearances in the Octagon (3-2) but he is improving his game and finding his comfort zone while moving into his prime.
Team Alpha Male's Emmett is stepping in on short notice for Nick Hein. We watched a bit of film on Josh and he doesn't seem like anything special but you can't really call that any sort of good research either. Eh, we don't really care about this fight.
WINNER-John Tuck by Decision
Yan Cabral (12-2) -185 vs. Reza Madadi (13-4) +150
Are we supposed to forget that Madadi served over a year in prison for stealing expensive purses of all things http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2013/8/16/4628222/ufc-lightweight-reza-madadi-sentenced-to-18-months-in-prison-on/in/4401501 only 3 years ago? MMAFO has not forgotten and wonders why the UFC chose to re-hire this idiot? The "Mad Dog" is overrated as they come with a ton of bark and very little bite.
Cabral is a smart grappler but his lack of a stand up game has us a bit worried here against an aggressive attacker. Still, we loathe Madadi and won't pick him hoping Yan can get this to the floor and pretzel Reza up.
WINNER-Yan Cabral by Rd.3 Submission
Kyoji Horiguchi (16-2) -600 vs. Neil Seery (16-11) +400
Aw man, we loves us some gritty Neil Seery action but he's got a hard road to hoe here. "2 Tap" is a great MMA story but he's got a lot of wear on his 36 year old body. Neil likes to brawl and we love him for it, but he's gunning against a guy who hits much, much harder, and can take him down as well for some G&P.
Horiguchi was rushed into a title shot against "Mighty Mouse" but he's no joke amassing a tight 5-1 record for Zuffa stumbling only against the aforementioned best Pound4Pound fighter in the world. We could easily see Kyoji working his way back up to the title shot eventually but he will just have too much game for Mr. Seery.
WINNER-Kyoji Horiguchi by Rd.2 TKO
Leon Edwards (10-3) -260 vs. Dominic Waters (9-4) +200
Not much to say here except Edwards should have this one running away and winning another Decision without a whole lot of fanfare.
WINNER-Leon Edwards by Decision
Willie Gates (12-6) -155 vs. Yuta Sasaki (18-3-2) +125
Willie Gates, the guy famous for taking a "cheap shot" at John Moraga though he did nothing wrong in the bout. He's a decent striker but nothing to write home about.
Yuta is tall for the division but he doesn't use it well though he should have a great opportunity here to take Gates to the floor and abuse him. The late notice shouldn't be no thang for Sasaki who gets Willie out of there before the final horn.
Upset Pick WINNER-Yuta Sasaki by Rd.2 Submission
Patrick "The Hooligan" Holohan was slated to fight here but sadly, and unexpectedly, had to retire due to a rare blood condition called Factor XIII, that does not allow his blood to properly clot. Thus, "Patty" can no longer pass his medical tests and can no longer compete which is very sad for a good lad who was just hitting his prime in the MMA game. Best of luck to the Irishman in the future and we know he will continue to be a great teammate and coach for his fellow fighters.
Sunday, April 24, 2016
UFC 197 Results: The Mighty Mouse Show Rolls On!
MAIN CARD Results:
Jon Jones defeated Ovince Saint Preux via Unanimous Decision (50-44, 50-45 2x).
Many (including UFC President Dana White) thought "Bones" looked a bit rusty in his infamous return to the Octagon and they are right. A bit. Jones still handled OSP and though Ovince did land a hard punch at one point, it was about all he could muster against the Interim champ. All of this is just prelude to true Champion Daniel Cormier facing pretender Jon Jones at UFC 200.
Demetrious Johnson TKO'd Henry Cejudo with strikes at 2:49 of the initial round to retain his Flyweight title yet again!
"I'm humbled." said Cejudo post fight. Don't feel so bad lil fella, "Mighty Mouse" does that to everyone. This was a quick and dominant finish but will it be enough to get the fans on the side of the best Pound4Pound fighter in MMA today? Only time will tell but Demetrious is definitely making his case for one of the most dominant UFC champions ever.
*Johnson has now successfully defended his title 8 times, the most among current Zuffa titleholders.
*Demetrious is not the 5th fighter in the UFC to hold a 10 fight winning streak (along with Royce Gracie, Jon Jones, Anderson Silva, & Georges St-Pierre)!
*"Mighty Mouse" has now finished 5 of his last 7 foes.
Edson Barboza defeated Anthony Pettis by Unanimous Decision (29-28 2x, 30-27).
The gunner was out-gunned this evening. Edson didn't need to use Tony's grappling deficiencies against him tonight as he did the damn thing standing and ripping apart Pettis' legs with kicks.
Robert Whittaker defeated Rafael Natal via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 30-27 2x).
This one is no surprise to anyone save for the fact that Natal didn't go unconscious at any time in the bout.
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Yair Rodriguez KO'd Andre Fili with a flying switch kick at 2:15 of the 2nd round!
Yair with an early "KO of the Year" entry with his flying switch kick that was a thing of beauty. Rodriguez has our attention now and is one to watch at 145 for sure. "KO of the Night"
FOX Sports 1 Prelims Results:
Sergio Pettis defeated Chris Kelades via Unanimous Decision (30-27 3x).
A nice win for Sergio as he continues to grow against a gutsy never-say-die competitor.
Danny Roberts defeated Dominique Steele by Unanimous Decision Decision (29-28 3x).
Roberts had the better conditioning down the stretch and was pulling away showcasing better skills, but Steele was not without his moments and damned if that guy doesn't bring the fight to opponents. A fun fight to re-watch. "Fight of the Night"
Carla Esparza defeated Juliana Lima via Unanimous Decision (30-27 3x).
Not much to say here. The "Cookie Monster" used her wrestling skills to slowly find some comfort in the cage after a long layoff. Its a good 1st step and we shall see if she improves from here to contend for the strap she once held. No, not the strap Felice Herrig holds for her.
James Vick defeated Glaico Franca by Unanimous Decision (29-28 2x, 30-27).
Its a shame Vick is coached by such human shit as Lloyd Irvin because one really would like to cheer for him. James is coming along, fighting smart, and delivering with his long limbs. There's a lot to like here and Vick called out Mike Chiesa for a bout which would be interesting but its doubtful Zuffa will give James that big of a jump up in competition next time.
UFC Fight Pass Prelims Results:
Walt Harris TKO'd Cody East via strikes at 4:18 of opening round.
There's a good article by our favorite MMA website Bloody Elbow on just who this Cody East guy is and the baggage he carries to the Octagon (http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2016/2/26/11111414/mma-news-new-ufc-signing-cody-east-troubled-past-includes-rape-assault-child-abuse). Great work by Mookie Alexander.
Harris is just another heavy that slings leather but doesn't have much else to offer.
Marcos Rogerio de Lima submitted Clint Hester via Arm Triangle at 4:35 of round uno.
Well, that should be the last for Hester on this UFC run. Marcos handled him early, hurt him, and tapped him out. "Submission of the Night"
Kevin Lee defeated Efrain Escudero by Unanimous Decision (29-28 3x).
The cocky Mr. Lee had more trouble against Escudero than he had planned but gutted out a close fight.
9-3 on the nose picking.
9-3 on the nose picking.
Friday, April 22, 2016
UFC 197 Johnson vs. Cejudo: Picks, Prognostications, & Odds
UFC 197
Jones vs. Saint Preux
Jones vs. Saint Preux
April 23, 2016
MGM Grand Garden Arena
Las Vegas, Nevada
Yes, we are fully aware that people call this the "Bones" card or what have you. We at MMAFO however, do not wish to reward the behavior of one Jon Jones and place the focus on the card where it belongs with one of, if not the best Pound4Pound fighter in the world, Demetrious Johnson, facing an undefeated Olympic challenger.
Main Card on PPV:
Interim Light Heavyweight Title
Jon Jones (21-1) -600 vs. Ovince Saint Preux (19-7) +400
It's been 15 months since Jonny "Bones" has competed in the cage, but if his social media presence is any indication, the guy has been working out like a crazy person. Jones is already one of the best fighters in the world so let's focus on OSP.
St. Preux is a strong technically flawed striker, who has talent, but seems lethargic at times and has never taken that next step to the elite level.
Jon's gonna do a little dance, OSP will stumble upon his own terrible footwork, and fall into something deadly. And yet, we pray and give offerings to the MMA Gods that Jon's jaw may find OSP's left hand in a timely fashion.
WINNER-Jon Jones by Rd.2 TKO
Flyweight Champion Demetrious Johnson (23-2-1) -400 vs. Henry Cejudo (10-0) +300
"Mighty Mouse" is just criminally underrated by fans and is the most complete fighter in MMA today. Matt Hume's pupil is going to either run game as always, or face a tiny bit of adversity, adjust mid-fight, and then still win. Thats just how Demetrious do. Best of luck to all Flyweights.
WINNER-Demetrious Johnson by Decision
Anthony Pettis (18-4) -160 vs. Edson Barboza (16-4) +130
WINNER-Anthony Pettis by Decision
Robert Whittaker (16-4) -315 vs. Rafael Natal (21-6-1) +245
Natal has grown a beard but he's still going to catch one on the chin and go to sleep. Rafael is one of the slowest men in the division and Whittaker is going to wreck his face.
WINNER-Robert Whittaker by Rd.1 KO
Natal has grown a beard but he's still going to catch one on the chin and go to sleep. Rafael is one of the slowest men in the division and Whittaker is going to wreck his face.
WINNER-Robert Whittaker by Rd.1 KO
Yair Rodriguez (7-1) -120 vs. Andre Fili (15-3) -110
WINNER-Yair Rodriguez by Decision
Prelims on Fox Sports 1:
Sergio Pettis (13-2) -225 vs. Chris Kelades (9-2) +175
Hey Sergio (nod to Streetlight Manifesto), guard your fragile grill and you're good to go homie.
WINNER-Sergio Pettis by Decision
Hey Sergio (nod to Streetlight Manifesto), guard your fragile grill and you're good to go homie.
WINNER-Sergio Pettis by Decision
Danny Roberts (12-1) -400 vs. Dominique Steele (14-6) +300
Well this Steele guy is a strange cat ain't he? Roberts is going to run all over this fool.
WINNER-Danny Roberts by Rd.2 TKO
Well this Steele guy is a strange cat ain't he? Roberts is going to run all over this fool.
WINNER-Danny Roberts by Rd.2 TKO
Carla Esparza (11-3) -200 vs. Juliana Lima (8-2) +160
Lima has never faced a wrestler of this magnitude and Esparza is making her return after losing the title so you know she'll be looking to make a statement.
WINNER-Carla Esparza by Decision
Lima has never faced a wrestler of this magnitude and Esparza is making her return after losing the title so you know she'll be looking to make a statement.
WINNER-Carla Esparza by Decision
Glaico Franca (14-3) +155 vs. James Vick (7-0) -190
WINNER-James Vick by Rd.3 Submission
Prelims on UFC Fight Pass:
Walt Harris (7-4) +145 vs. Cody East (12-1) -175
Cody may not look like much but damned if Walt isn't awful. Dude is big but he fights like shit and doesn't like to have to work. East is going to grapple him into the ground.
WINNER-Cody East by Decision
Cody may not look like much but damned if Walt isn't awful. Dude is big but he fights like shit and doesn't like to have to work. East is going to grapple him into the ground.
WINNER-Cody East by Decision
Marcos Rogerio de Lima (13-3-1) -120 vs. Clint Hester (11-5) -110
On a card with very few Upset picks in our eyes, ya gotta roll the dice somewhere and Hester has been our boy for a while though he hasn't developed quite as we had hoped. We'll roll with Clint a bit longer.
Upset Pick WINNER-Clint Hester by Decision
On a card with very few Upset picks in our eyes, ya gotta roll the dice somewhere and Hester has been our boy for a while though he hasn't developed quite as we had hoped. We'll roll with Clint a bit longer.
Upset Pick WINNER-Clint Hester by Decision
Efrain Escudero (24-10) +325 vs. Kevin Lee (11-2) -420
Oh dear God who made this match? Is the UFC mad at Efrain?
Lee is going to tear this motherfucker up quickly.
WINNER-Kevin Lee by Rd.1 TKO
Oh dear God who made this match? Is the UFC mad at Efrain?
Lee is going to tear this motherfucker up quickly.
WINNER-Kevin Lee by Rd.1 TKO
UFC 197: Johnson vs. Cejudo Start Times
Main Card on Pay-Per-View: 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT
Main Card on Pay-Per-View: 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT
Preliminary Card on FOX Sports 1: 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT
Preliminary Card on UFC Fight Pass: 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. PT
Monday, April 18, 2016
UFC on Fox 19 Results From Florida
Fox Main Card Results:
Glover Teixeira KO'd Rashad Evans with punches at 1:48 of the opening round.
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Rose Namajunas defeated Tecia Torres by Unanimous Decision (29-28 3x).
Khabib Nutmagonmedov TKO'd Darrell Horcher via punches at 3:38 of the 2nd round.
Cub Swanson defeated Hacran Dias by Unanimous Decision (29-28 3x).
Prelims Results:
Michael Chiesa submitted Beneil Dariush via Rear Naked Choke at 1:02 of the 2nd round.
Raquel Pennington defeated Bethe Correia by Split Decision (29-28 2x, 28-29).
Santiago Ponzinibbio TKO'd Court McGee via Punches at 4:15 of the initial round.
Michael Graves submitted Randy Brown with a Rear Naked Choke at 2:31 of the 2nd round.
John Dodson TKO'd Manny Gamburyan via punches at 0:47 into round 1.
Cezar Ferreira defeated Oluwale Bamgbose by Unanimous Decision (29-28 2x, 29-27).
Elizeu Zelaski Dos Santos TKO'd Omari Alhmedov via strikes at 3:03 of the 3rd round.
8-3 on the picks you didn't see posted but its the Internet and nobody lies here so just take MMAFO at its word and don't question.
Sunday, April 10, 2016
UFC Fight Night 86 Results: A Fun Night In Zagreb!
MAIN CARD Results:
Junior Dos Santos defeated Ben Rothwell by Unanimous Decision (50-45 3x) in a boxing exhibition.
Don't bury "JDS" yet, he's not dead! The sweet hearted Brazilian showed his technical boxing prowess moving beautifully and touching up Rothwell with constant body shots and strikes. The ATT camp really had dos Santos prepared and he looked patient, confident, and didn't get his face marked up which is a new plus.
Ben never got into the fight though he did poke "JDS" in the eye twice because he can't seem to keep his damn hands closed (MMAFO pet peeve). The "Dark Lord" was just too slow and those body shots may have prevented him from attempting the takedown to get some grappling going.
The Heavyweight shuffle continues and a Junior dos Santos versus Andrei Arlovski bout makes perfect sense.
Derrick Lewis KO’d Gabriel Gonzaga via Strikes at 4:48 of the opening round.
"Napao" was able to take Lewis down but Derrick was able to scramble to his feet as Gonzaga only pressed him against the cage with little else planned. The referee separated the men and the "Black Beast" came out unleashing rights and lefts that collapsed Gabriel.
Lewis says he's coming for the title but he's got a lot of work to do. Even so, he's fun to watch and a rather amusing guy. Derrick knows how to play the game.
Francis Ngannou TKO’d Curtis Blaydes (Doctor’s Stoppage) at 5:00 of Round 2.
Blaydes has a chin for sure but the continual power landed by Ngannou closed Curtis' right eye and he was not allowed to continue. Credit the blind Blaydes for trying to reach up to the doctor who was holding up fingers for him to count, and trying to feel them to continue the fight. Funny stuff.
For the post fight interview the UFC's translator was unable to understand Francis which was funny in itself, but then Ngannou's corner man came in to decipher the speech and he was unintelligible completing the circus.
Tim Johnson defeated Marcin Tybura by Unanimous Decision (29-28 3x).
Jan Blachowicz defeated Igor Pokrajac via Unanimous Decision (29-28 3x).
Maryna Moroz defeated Cristina Stanciu by Unanimous Decision (30-27 3x) and we had a wardrobe malfunction!
The beautiful Moroz gave the Internet something to look for as her top came down and exposed her feminine wiles. The camera was at the wrong angle but you know the keyboard warriors out there will find the picture we all want to see.
Maryna was tested by Cristina but Stanciu faded as the fight progressed. A solid win for Moroz as we await the photo from the UGers (what up gang).
Fox Sports 1 Prelim Results:
Zak Cummings Upset Nicolas Dalby via Unanimous Decision (30-27 3x).
"Springfield" bringing the left hands all the way across the globe along with his superior grappling. Zak now up to 4-1 for Zuffa.
Called it. Wearing moronic sunglasses apparently doesn't help you fight
Alejandro Perez defeated Ian Entwistle by Verbal Submission (to Strikes) at 4:04 of the very 1st round.
Ian went for the submissions immediately and then immediately complained to the ref that Alejandro was greased. No such luck from the referee who lets them continue
Entwistle went for the scissors takedown (which MMAFO learned in Sanshou) but was stuffed and then Ian ate a few punches before rolling into a bevy of heel hook and leg lock attempts. Perez battled through them all landing punches on the unprotected Entwistle in the meanwhile. Alejandro then got top position and began landing strikes and Ian verbally tapped like a bitch!
We're sorry and all due respect to all MMA fighters, but submitting to strikes just isn't done and they weren't that dramatic anyway. Ian complained his opponent was greased and quit all in the span of a single round. Not a good showing and we won't forget.
Perez stretched out his feet, then his legs, and stood up like a stud.
Entwistle took to Twitter to continue complaining like a lil' cunt.
Mairbek Taisumov TKO’d Damir Hadzovic via Uppercut at 3:44 of the initial round.
4 dead on right hands, a left or 2, and then a brutal uppercut and that was all she wrote. Let's give Mairbek a little more competition next out, yes?
Damian Stasiak submitted Filip Pejic with the Rear-Naked Choke at 2:16 of the 1st round.
Jesus. Damian Maia Jr. just ran game on Filip like it was nothing. Attack. Hooks. Submission. Done. "Submission of the Night"
UFC Fight Pass Prelim Results:
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Lucas Martins defeated Robert Whiteford by Split Decision (29-28, 28-29, 30-27).
Maybe Martins was being careful needing a win here, but he sure wasn't the vicious attacker we expected. This is one to skip.
Robert talked a little shit on Twitter after the weigh-ins but couldn't back it up.
Jared Cannonier KO’d Cyril Asker via Strikes at 2:24 of Round uno.
Jared sprawled a single time and dropped Cyril with a left hook before pouncing with just nasty ass elbows that ended this with impact. "(T)KO of the Night"
Bojan Velickovic defeated Alessio Di Chirico by Unanimous Decision (29-28 2x, 30-27).
Di Chricico shot in for a takedown only to have Velickovic grab his arm from bottom, sweep into top position, and wrench Alessio's arm back making one think his limb was going to tear from the socket before our eyes! The round ending bell saved Di Chirico. "Fight of the Night"
This was a back and forth bout and could have easily gone either way. The variety of the judges scorecards was baffling.
9-4 on the picks and as always we send much love and respect to one of MMAFO's favorite fighters of all time, Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic who was in attendance in his homeland!
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