Lord of The Curry 0 Report post Posted February 12, 2007 Main Event for the UFC Heavyweight Championship Randy Couture vs Tim Sylvia Main Card Rich Franklin vs Jason MacDonald Matt Hughes vs Chris Lytle Jon Fitch vs Luigi Fiorvanti Renato Sobral vs Jason Lambert Undercard Martin Kampmann vs Drew McFedries Matt Hamill vs Rex Holman Jamie Varner vs Jason Gilliam Jason Dent vs Gleison Thibeau Interesting card, if only for the ramifications it could have on a few divisions. Randy winning would be a huge moment that would be replaced moments later by the grim realization that he'll die at the hands of Cro-Cop. Dana has apparently told Babalu that if he beats Lambert there's a date with Tito waiting for him in June or July which should motivate the hell out of Babalu to crush Lambert as he's wanted a piece of Tito ever since Ortiz called him a B-level fighter. MacDonald can vault himself right into contender status by putting Franklin to sleep and if Hughes gets a tougher test then people realize in Lytle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Youth N Asia 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2007 I think all of the shown fights look good. I really think Franklin can lose that fight, don't think he will, but it wouldn't shock me at all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
naiwf 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2007 I hope Sylvia wins just so I can watch Cro Cop beat his ass. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hunter's Torn Quad 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2007 I know it won't happen, but I'm hoping for Couture to take Sylvia down and make him his bitch for five rounds. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lord of The Curry 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2007 I hate Randy for coming back. I really, honestly do because he's given me hope that he can beat Sylvia and hope is a very dangerous thing to have, especially when Tim Sylvia losing his belt is concerned. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vivalaultra 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2007 Main Event for the UFC Heavyweight Championship Randy Couture vs Tim Sylvia I also have hope. I know that Randy doesn't have a GREAT shot at winning, especially given his track record against big guys and his below-average finishing ability, but I think he's saavy enough and has enough wrestling to beat Sylvia. That is, of course, presuming Sylvia actually makes a fight out of it instead of doing his usual routine. If Jeff Monson was 6 inches taller and Sylvia wasn't a non-aggresive slug, I truly think Monson would've won the title. Main Card Rich Franklin vs Jason MacDonald I, too, wouldn't be surprised to see The Athelete take it, though I don't think he will. If he does...it'll be interesting to see where both go from there. Matt Hughes vs Chris Lytle I haven't seen alot of Lytle, but I think, like MacDonald, he has a slight chance for an upset, but I think Hughes will take it and set up GSP/Hughes 3. Jon Fitch vs Luigi Fiorvanti I admit to having no idea who Luigi Fiorvanti is. Should I? Renato Sobral vs Jason Lambert Undercard Martin Kampmann vs Drew McFedries Matt Hamill vs Rex Holman This is gonna be more like a NCAA Freestlye Wrestling Match, I think. I can see the crowd shitting all over this one. Jamie Varner vs Jason Gilliam I've only seen his last fight against Hermes Franca, and I thought he showed pretty well in that fight and I'm not that familiar with Jason Gilliam, except that his nickname is "The Gizzard". Jason Dent vs Gleison Thibeau This card looks quite solid, with a couple chances for upsets. God, I just hope that Randy beats Sylvia, or at least doesn't look like a 43 year old man that no longer has any business fighting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lord of The Curry 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2007 McFeddries/Kampmann should be pretty strikey but McFeddries was more of a brawler against Sakara whereas Kampmann's got a more technical style and might pick him apart because of it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lt. Al Giardello 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2007 I haven't seen alot of Lytle, but I think, like MacDonald, he has a slight chance for an upset, but I think Hughes will take it and set up GSP/Hughes 3. Lytle has a much of a chance beating Hughes as Serra beating GSP. Lytle spent 3 rounds trying to avoid getting took down by Serra, what's he going to do when the greatest Welterweight of all time is trying to take him? If Lytle wins, it would be the biggest upset in MMA History. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
starvenger 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2007 McFeddries/Kampmann should be pretty strikey but McFeddries was more of a brawler against Sakara whereas Kampmann's got a more technical style and might pick him apart because of it. Isn't Kampmann a kickboxer by trade? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lord of The Curry 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2007 I haven't seen alot of Lytle, but I think, like MacDonald, he has a slight chance for an upset, but I think Hughes will take it and set up GSP/Hughes 3. Lytle has a much of a chance beating Hughes as Serra beating GSP. Lytle spent 3 rounds trying to avoid getting took down by Serra, what's he going to do when the greatest Welterweight of all time is trying to take him? If Lytle wins, it would be the biggest upset in MMA History. Uhhhh.........no. No. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Youth N Asia 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2007 I haven't seen alot of Lytle, but I think, like MacDonald, he has a slight chance for an upset, but I think Hughes will take it and set up GSP/Hughes 3. Lytle has a much of a chance beating Hughes as Serra beating GSP. Lytle spent 3 rounds trying to avoid getting took down by Serra, what's he going to do when the greatest Welterweight of all time is trying to take him? If Lytle wins, it would be the biggest upset in MMA History. Uhhhh.........no. No. If not the biggest it'd be up there. Biggest upsets personally that come to mind were when Mo Smith and Pete Williams beat Mark Colelman (when he seemed unbeatable) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Your Paragon of Virtue 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2007 Kevin Randleman beating Mirko has to be up there. He just came off a loss to Sakuraba and went on to beat a top three HW. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lord of The Curry 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2007 Even if Ltyle beats Hughes (which he won't) it still wouldn't be on the level of Randleman/Mirko. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hawk 34 0 Report post Posted February 15, 2007 For part of my valentine's present, I got a pair of tickets to this show. Pretty excited, haven't been to a UFC show before. I've been to the lesser promotions that run around here but I'm sure its safe to say that the UFC show will be worlds different. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rendclaw 0 Report post Posted February 15, 2007 I really don't want to see Randy get destroyed by Mirko. That is not how one of the best MMA fighters should be remembered, basically being a transitional champion. If he wins, I just do not see him lasting more than three rounds against Mirko. The man is just too devastating. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Youth N Asia 0 Report post Posted February 19, 2007 Looks like they really want to get a win under Heath Herring's belt, they're putting him up against Brad Imes at UFC 69 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rendclaw 0 Report post Posted February 20, 2007 After what happened in his debut after all of that hype, can you blame them? After getting O'Brien'ed, Heath had better come into this one ready. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Youth N Asia 0 Report post Posted February 20, 2007 I don't see the big deal with Herring, granted, I haven't seen much of him. But on paper he doesn't look all that impressive, the good fighters he's gone against he's lost to. And only has a 4-3-1 record since 2004 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
randomguy 0 Report post Posted February 20, 2007 Dunno. So what are people's thoughts on Natural v. Goofball. I want to say Randy but I have trouble seeing that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lord of The Curry 0 Report post Posted February 20, 2007 Randy's reaction time was visibly slower in the Van Arsdale and Chuck fights and even though Sylvia is slower then those guys I think Randy is going to struggle with getting inside on Tim long enough to grab a leg or get the clinch. His only real hope is circling on the outside in the first few rounds with the occasional leg kick and counter-punch mixed in and hopes that Sylvia wears himself out from all the jabs he'll no doubt be throwing. People will point to Sylvia going 5 rounds with Monson as proof of his gas tank but Randy will push a very high pace and it'll be very interesting to see how Tim responds to it. Having said that, Sylvia, KO R3. Sorry, Randy. Cro-Cop beating Tim by KO will be for the best. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Youth N Asia 0 Report post Posted February 21, 2007 Of course I'm rooting for Randy, but I don't see him winning. I just hope he can have a good showing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lord of The Curry 0 Report post Posted February 21, 2007 I'm almost pissed off enough at Randy for coming back that I want him to get murdered in a really brutal fashion. Then I remember he's facing Tim Sylvia and my anger for Randy is overridden by my anger for Sylvia being such a shitty champion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
snuffbox 0 Report post Posted February 21, 2007 As big a fan as I am of Couture I have to pick the near-worthless Sylvia. I'll be rooting for Randy though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Ill One 0 Report post Posted February 21, 2007 I'm almost pissed off enough at Randy for coming back that I want him to get murdered in a really brutal fashion. Then I remember he's facing Tim Sylvia and my anger for Randy is overridden by my anger for Sylvia being such a shitty champion. That pretty much sums up my stance, either way Mirko will wreck one of them eventually. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
benn 0 Report post Posted March 3, 2007 Sylvia sucks and Randy is pissing all over his own legacy by even fighting him. I don't want to see Randy lose but I do want to see Cro Cop KO Sylvia for the title so I'm torn. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Insanity 0 Report post Posted March 3, 2007 I'm going to lay down my predictions for three of these fights. Randy Couture vs Tim Sylvia Prediction: Randy by split-decision. Yes, I am predicting this goes five rounds without either men getting knocked out. And I am predicting the guy heavily favored to win does in fact lose to a man over the age of 40. Jason MacDonald vs Rich Franklin Prediction: Rich by TKO (Strikes) in the first round. Sorry Jason, you're a stepping stone this time. Matt Hughes vs Chris Lytle Prediction: Hughes by TKO (Strikes) in the first round. After his showing with GSP, I think Matt will be fighting with his best efforts to change the minds of anyone who thinks he's 'lost it'. I expect a brutal and quick finish. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Youth N Asia 0 Report post Posted March 3, 2007 Randy is up to 222 for this fight...still outweighed 40lbs and giving up the height obviously Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mik 0 Report post Posted March 3, 2007 I want three upsets tonight, but I think the only realistic one is the Athlete. I'm looking forward to this one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mik 0 Report post Posted March 4, 2007 Fight order: Live Jason Lambert (204) vs. Renato Babalu Sobral (204) Rich Franklin (185) vs. Jason MacDonald (183.5) Drew McFedries (185) vs. Martin Kampmann (185.5) Matt Hughes (171) vs. Chris Lytle (169) Tim Sylvia (263) vs. Randy Couture (222.5) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mik 0 Report post Posted March 4, 2007 Great, great opener. Thought Babalu was going to finish quick, but he ended up getting KTFO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
