McGregor

First off your lifespan in MMA is short, secondly the fighters make pennies compared to boxing. Connor hyped up that fight against RDA and sold so many tickets, it was the first million dollar disclosed purse by Zuffa. Connor stated he stood to make almost $10 million after pay per view and endorsements. Only reason he accepted that fight against a 170 lber. Connor got cocky and didnt stick to his game plan, he would stayed on the outside and pointed Diaz to death he would of won. He got too close and tagged and felt the power of someone two weight classes above him. It was a no lose situation for hiim, he made millions and still keeps his belt. Originally Posted by Bonncho22

Yup and he said also that he wants Diaz again.

I disagree Originally Posted by Next Best Thing

That's cool and at least the conversation is happening! I'm excited to see the interest in the sport here!

McGregor gassed.

He was beating the living shit out of Diaz in the first round, had zero problem establishing his range, and then he gassed.

dos Anjos is shorter and thicker than McGregor. There is no reason to believe he would have a better gas tank at 155 than Conor and I believe he would have an extremely difficult time shooting on McGregor and turning it into a ground fight. On their feet and at McGregor's range dos Anjos gets butchered. His only shot is to be a blanket and groundfuck McGregor. I didn't see enough from Mendes to believe McGregor is especially susceptible to that.

Diaz is a totally different fight than dos Anjos, and not just because of the extra 15 pounds. Diaz is long. He can hang with Conor on his feet, take a huge beating, and as long as he can wait McGregor out he can submit him. To me the key is wearing Conor out physically and being able to absorb the inevitable punishment that goes along with it.

I think McGregor was preparing for an opponent that would not be comfortable in his (Conor's) range and who wouldn't be able to touch him on his feet. I also believe he could hurt dos Anjos and get him out of there relatively early. dos Anjos has been knocked out before and McGregor has superb accuracy and elite power at either featherweight or lightweight.

I think this slows the hype-train and forces McGregor back down to lightweight if not 145. He's a great fighter though. Unbelievable hands and perfect timing/accuracy.

No? Originally Posted by Next Best Thing

Good thoughts! The thing McGregor was saying repeatedly in the press conf was how he couldn't believe how Diaz was able to take the punch. If he wants to be successful in the heavier divisions he'll have to pace himself and pick his shots better. Again though I was not surprised I think he's a good fighter and can do ok in that division if he gets the right game plan. I'm not convinced how much of a shot he can take though. Time will tell.

Speaking of hype, I miss our funnin in the review section whew! Originally Posted by Carlos Danger

Thing 1

Ahhh.... the god old days.....

Review: Crystal Clear

Review: body rub session with Marissa Originally Posted by Paulwantsya

Thing 2 lol

That's cool and at least the conversation is happening! Originally Posted by BlasphemousBaphomet

As pleasing as a $300 handjob whew

If I get stuck in the house working all night I'll probably throw the fights on.

I have zero interest in Neil Magny and I think Mir vs Hunt is not going to be entertaining because the styles completely clash and one or the other probably get completely dominated.

I do hate Bec Hyatt very very badly and am praying to God that Seohee Ham somehow pulverizes her. Ham is like a midget though.

As pleasing as a $300 handjob whew Originally Posted by Carlos Danger

Carlos don't lie brother you know you and Dom cuddle up and watch UFC together and I bet I know your fav fighter. Hold up .. give me a minute. It's gotta be Sage Northcutt! Am I right? Tell the truth bro. You both have that blonde hair, like California surfer look going on!! Plus neither of you can really fight you're more of the talking type. Hey tell ya what the next time I see you I'm going to make sure to introduce myself buddy! Now go ahead there are like 30 threads you have to attend to for the next 6 hours before bed tonight - they NEEED you dude go take care of it. I assure you I do care and will be back on in a week or two to read the diatribe you leave for me. Promise don't think I'm blowing you off.

Word is they're fighting again UFC 200 the rematch!!!

What do you guys think?

One more thing I read somewhere that they're very close to legalizing MMA in NY!

One more thing I read somewhere that they're very close to legalizing MMA in NY! Originally Posted by BlasphemousBaphomet

It's a done deal , MMA is legal in NY.

Carlos don't lie brother you know you and Dom cuddle up and watch UFC together and I bet I know your fav fighter. Hold up .. give me a minute. It's gotta be Sage Northcutt! Am I right? Tell the truth bro. You both have that blonde hair, like California surfer look going on!! Plus neither of you can really fight you're more of the talking type. Hey tell ya what the next time I see you I'm going to make sure to introduce myself buddy! Now go ahead there are like 30 threads you have to attend to for the next 6 hours before bed tonight - they NEEED you dude go take care of it. I assure you I do care and will be back on in a week or two to read the diatribe you leave for me. Promise don't think I'm blowing you off. Originally Posted by BlasphemousBaphomet

I haven't watched a MMA fight in some time. I miss the old days when there wasn't weight classes.