Anybody think Fitch could go up in weight to win the MW title from Silva? I know Fitch is a big 170 and he looks like he could add a little weight to his frame. With his wrestling he might be able to keep the fight on the ground and grind out a decision win. Might be a smart move for him IMO. What do you think?
Nope.
Wish I could post fail pics.
Negative.
Do you think he has a better chance of beating GSP in a rematch for the WW belt?
^^^ neither on both accounts
that would be ugly
Im not sure there is anyone currently at 185 that is 'more' capable of beating him that Fitch, though I do not think his chances are good. Someone with his style (top notch wrestler) is what I think is going to eventually dethrone silva.
player101 - Im not sure there is anyone currently at 185 that is 'more' capable of beating him that Fitch, though I do not think his chances are good. Someone with his style (top notch wrestler) is what I think is going to eventually dethrone silva.
Agreed, except I think it is going to take a top notch "freestyle" wrestler. The greco guys rely too much on the clinch where Silva will punish you. I think Koscheck could probably decision Silva as well.
I do think that Sonnen will have the best chance.But Anderson is IMPOSSIBLE to bet against right now.
Consider this. The best wrestler (not greco) that Silva has faced since entering the UFC is Travis Lutter. Lutter had no problem taking Silva down and even worked his way to mount. He was beating Silva easily before he got sloppy and was caught in that choke. Fitch is a better wrestler with better cardio, more heart, great chin, etc.