Phil had very impressive takedowns!!! I have many photos of that match!!
Well he is a national champion wrestler :-) He had to rely on takedowns to win it. (Not the tallest guy.) In fact, he knows more takedowns than anyone I have ever seen.
his takedowns were slick, reminded me of me, but better.
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It is nice to see someone on here give Phil some praise. People should not base their opinion of his abilities based upon a UFC fight at 170. He is an excellent fighter. He can still hang in there with alot of kids 10-15 years younger than him.
Phil looked better in this fight than any other I've seen him in the last 2 1/2 years . His takedowns were as good as I've ever seen them . I think Steve was a little surprised as well . This was a good first round win for Phil in the tourney . If he stays this sharp the rest of the division better look out .
Randy
Will shooto be back to belleville soon!!