These are kind of random and all over the place. Comment on whichever ones you like
-Lesnar is an awful, awful matchup for Randy. Randy is far more experienced and seems to always find a way, but he has trouble with big grapplers and the last time he subbed a guy from his back was...? I think Lesnar takes it.
-I think Nog wins the mini-tournament even though Randy would beat Nog. Lesnar takes care of Randy and Nog beats Lesnar because Nog, unlike Randy, has a history of absorbing punishment well and subbing people from the bottom. Randy would beat Nog via top control (Jacare couldn't sub him) if they fought, but he won't get that chance in my opinion.
-Fedor may actually end up in the UFC? Part of me is hopeful but part is not. Remember, even Fedor's management stated that the UFC offered them the most money when they were in negotiations. It's not about the money, its about the terms. The UFC can outspend anyone and is likely willing to. The terms they are far less likely to budge on. Is it possible the UFC signs a fighter non-exclusively? Is it possible that Fedor agrees to a exclusive contract? I don't think it will happen, but I can certainly hope.
-Werdum did get screwed a little bit but hey, that's life. It happens all the time. Karo was gonna have a title shot back in the day if not for an injury. Hamill lost a BS decision that never should have happened. Sometimes shit happens, and if Werdum keeps winning he'll get his shot eventually.
-Don't Fuck with the UFC. This whole situation is a huge coup for Zuffa. Cuban loses, Affliction loses, UFC wins. Randy also probably wins. I'd imagine he's probably getting paid even more for this fight (even though he was already making 1M+ a fight). If so, good for him. I'm glad he's back. I thought he handled himself incredibly poorly complaining about respect and pay, but I also admire people who own up to their mistakes, and this is somewhat like owning up and making amends. Good to have you back Randy and I can't wait to watch you fight.
How does Randy beat Nog? Nog has NEVER been finished, ever. I find it hard to beleive that Randy will be the first one to do it. This means that Randy will need to survive for 25 minutes without being subbed. Doesn't seem too likely.
Avoiding subs isn't that hard if your opponent can't take you down.
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BJ > DORKUS - Avoiding subs isn't that hard if your opponent can't take you down.
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Randy dirty boxes Nog for 25 minutes. And IMO Randy could last just as long on the ground without getting subbed. He could pin Nog against the fence, which Randy loves to do, and just lay a beating on him.
Both times Randy lost the HW title it was to a bigger grappler than him. Point - Lesnar
Couture wins = a guaranteed title defense against the winner of Nog/Mir in Dec. A boon for Zuffa as it keeps Rnady in the fold and allows for a smooth transition to his eventual retirement without letting any other org cash in on him.
Lesnar wins = a huge dent in Randy's career (not legacy) at this point. It screams that he's 'past his prime', and could result in less marketable matchups outside the UFC (including the Fedor fight).
Lesnar is going to win, Nog will win
Nog vs Lesnar will come down to gameplan..will Lesnar drill his striking and use it to punish the much slower Nog or will he go to the ground?
spg - How does Randy beat Nog? Nog has NEVER been finished, ever. I find it hard to beleive that Randy will be the first one to do it. This means that Randy will need to survive for 25 minutes without being subbed. Doesn't seem too likely.
Jacare is far better than Nog at BJJ. And Randy wasn't allowed to punch Jacare in the face.
go ahead and ask Jacare how easy Randy is to sub.
To be clear, while I think Randy could conceivably pull it off, I'd pick Nog. I don't think anyone beats Nog in a 25 minute fight and I think his sweeps and subs have improved a lot in the past few years.
why the fuck are they rushing lesnar like this .....build stars you fucking idiots....
mteub - why the fuck are they rushing lesnar like this .....build stars you fucking idiots....
You're the one coming across as an idiot....Lesnar is ALREADY a star. Cash in when you have the opportunity. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. Make the big fights now while you can. You never know who is going to get hurt, get unhappy with their contract, or run over a bunch of pedestrians and then you've lost millions.
Mad Xyientist -mteub - why the fuck are they rushing lesnar like this .....build stars you fucking idiots....
You're the one coming across as an idiot....Lesnar is ALREADY a star. Cash in when you have the opportunity. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. Make the big fights now while you can. You never know who is going to get hurt, get unhappy with their contract, or run over a bunch of pedestrians and then you've lost millions.
Bird in the hand vs. two in the bush is a GREAT point.
This fight could break the record and go past 1M buys.
Not to mention Lesnar has a great chance at winning, which would fucking explode the internets.