Lindland: Win Over Lawler makes me Top 10 again

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Matt Lindland is gearing up for his 30th professional career fight, and with that tally comes a wealth of knowledge about the intricacies of the sport; a multitude of ins and outs with various tricks of the trade.

“I’m looking forward to fighting Robbie,” Lindland said. “He’s a young talented guy. He’s been in the sport as long as I have, so he’s got a ton of experience.”

“I think I’m still one of the top contenders in this sport, a Top 10 guy. Of course, I lost to the champion, ‘Jacare’, and I think this is a great path back to that title contention. A win against Robbie certainly solidifies me in the Top 10.”

“People see him as a big striker and a brawler, but the guy is well-rounded. “He knows how to fight on his feet, he knows how to wrestle, he knows how to fight on the ground. So, I gotta be prepared for all aspects of the sport.”

“If I had my way, I’d like to put Robbie on his back and pound a hole in his head. I’m sure Robbie would like to try and keep it on his feet and put me to sleep standing up, so I really think it’s about whoever can impose their will.”


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Robbie by KO.

lol. even lindland himself couldn't possibly believe his own statement.

it's funny though.

Matt Lindland used to be an unbelievably great fighter but I fear that his best days are over. Phone Post

I still question why MMAWeekly has Lawler ranked so high at #6. He was dominated by Shields, showed once again that he hasn't evolved as a striker in his fight with Manhoef, and then loses to Babalu at 195.



So how does beating Scott Smith and Manhoef in the last three years justify being ranked that high? 

 Neither fighter is top ten.

Top ten in the fairy kingdom of Faraway.

Or Strikeforce.

Either one of those, makes little real difference.

Matt goes to sleep like the Vitor fight if Lawler connects at all

The sanctioning body should test Lindland for crack IMO.

very interesting style matchup..looking forward to this fight..