As much as a lot of fans despise him, you have to admit — whenever this song comes on, you get pumped up!
Artist: Blur Song: Song 2
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Jason “Mayhem” Miller is set to coach TUF 14 against Michael Bisping. If they had a choice outside of Chael Sonnen, I would have made the same decision. It’s a great opportunity for the UFC to introduce Mayhem to the community.
UFC 127: Penn vs. Fitch is a here, and I’m excited. It’s funny sometimes, the UFC does it’s best to get all of it’s fights in front of the fans. You have the opportunity to watch 10 fights from UFC 127 — that’s nearly the whole damn card! So be sure to log on to Facebook, tune in to ION, and order the PPV, it’s sure to be a fun one.
1. BJ Penn makes his mark in the Welterweight Division, again!
So let’s just breakdown the BJ Penn vs. Jon Fitch fight here. Fitch is the naturally bigger fighter. He’s considered the #2 Welterweight in the UFC. He’s known to be a grinder and doesn’t give an inch to any of his opponents. His wrestling is considered top notch and overwhelming. All of these traits are things Penn has had problems with in the past. You put him against a bigger wrestler who doesn’t stop, betting odds would go against Penn which it has in UFC 127.
Well, I’m not a betting man and that’s why I’m choosing Penn to TKO Fitch within 3 rounds. People are saying which Penn is going to show up, and I think the best Penn will be in the octagon because (1) his legacy is on the line, (2) title shot implications, and (3) he wants to prove he can beat a bigger wrestler. I’m going against the grain, BJ PENN FTW!
Prediction: BJ Penn over Jon Fitch via TKO
2. Bisping vs. Rivera is going to be the Fight of the Night
Can you say bad blood? I genuinely think both Michael Bisping and Jorge Rivera hate each other and if they were putting on an act — let’s hand them some Oscars right now. I see this fight being fireworks just because their styles suit that. You have the technical striker in Bisping who comes at your non-stop and then you have the brawler in Rivera who packs heavy power in that right hand. This is going to go back and forth with Bisping the better of the exchanges. Can’t wait!
Prediction: Michael Bisping over Jorge Rivera via decision
UFC 120 really delivered with the last three fights since the first two on the main card were snoozers. It wasn’t a great night for the Brits since 3 of the 4 lost on the main card, but the biggest surprise seems to be the lost by Dan Hardy. I love the kid, but I knew Carlos Condit would bring it, and boy did he ever. Anyways, more thoughts on the fights below:
1. Michael Bisping turns it up another gear against Sexyama
Fight of the night. This is what a main event should look like, a battle back and forth. After being rocked in the first round by Yoshihiro Akiyama, Michael Bisping was able to come back and outpace his opponent the rest of the fight. His striking, mixed with punches and kicks, was really crisp and full of combos all around. That one-two right hand finish seemed to land every single time for Bisping. And it seems Akiyama always gasses out, he really needs to work on his cardio.
(+1) Prediction: Michael Bisping over Yoshihiro Akiyama
2. Carlos Condit shuts up Dan Hardy with a vicious left hook
I told you all not to doubt Carlos Condit. Everyone’s predictions had Dan Hardy winning the fight, so I definitely gain some ground here. The whole first round, Hardy seemed a bit surprised Condit was willing to stand and strike. Then before you know it, right before the round ended, they both go for a left hook and Condit’s lands first. A brutal knockout! Who would have planned that?
Are you one of the MMA fans bitchin’ about the card for UFC 120? Did you know that it’s free? I for one think this is a good card for free TV, the only gripe I may have is that it isn’t playing live here in the States. I won’t be on Twitter, Facebook or Tumblr while the fight is happening — don’t want to spoil it for myself. Here’s my fight predictions:
1. Michael Bisping and Yoshihiro Akiyama put on a show
I don’t see this Main Event being a disappoint like some in the past. Michael Bisping and Yoshihiro Akiyama always bring it when they fight, especially Akiyama. Now training with Greg Jackson, it’ll be interesting to see if Akiyama will be able to last the whole 15 minutes — which has been his reputation not to be able to do. Bisping has been a whole new fighter since he got knocked out by Dan Henderson, there’s a sense of fire in his eye. It really looks like he wants to be a contender, and if he’s able to get past Akiyama in impressive fashion I don’t why he wouldn’t be.
Prediction: Michael Bisping over Yoshihiro Akiyama via decision
2. Carlos Condit shuts up Dan Hardy with his fists
I’m not sure why people are all so down on Carlos Condit, he’s only had one loss to Martin Kampmann (although his wins have been close). I really think Condit is going to surprise Dan Hardy. Hardy’s been talking a lot of smack to hype this up, and I think it’ll bite him in the ass. I see Condit taking Hardy to the ground and getting him in a submission.
Prediction: Carlos Condit over Dan Hardy via submission
