I'm sure Khabib isn't happy but given that Aldo was even more deserving of a title shot and also got fecked over....
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He's the number one contender in all the rankings. And its not as if he isn't being given a title shot on lack of merit - it's because Conor is bullying his way into the picture and the UFC is choosing money over merit.
BJ Penn out of the main event in Malaysia
He should take the hint, his body is telling him not to return
He should take the hint, his body is telling him not to return
I'm glad you agree they are selling out to money over doing the right thing. The question is whether it is the correct thing to do given the lopsided disparity of earnings fighters make - where one fighter is making $40m this year and others are barely clearly 100k. This isn't about the reality that money is a driving factor in MMA, we already know it is. Its whether its fair, balanced, or sustainable in the long run, which of course it isn't.
If a fighter is making the company ridiculous sums of money of course they deserve to be paid accordingly
As for whats fair or not, it all depends. If this was a normal PPV I would say its a little unfair. But for the 1st in NYC they had to have him in the main event for a belt.
Definitely, be brilliant entertaining politics or not. Although I'm looking forward to it from this weekend on wards to be honest (mainly cos am going) hopefully Bisping wins. Another fight people say shouldn't be happening but meh I'm looking forward to it.
That's not how it should work. The UFC should have a profit sharing program where they distribute their revenues more evenly across the promotion. I don't mind Conor making a lot more than everyone, but a portion of the extra revenues should be given to the other 99% of fighters who make a small fraction of Conor's paycheck. Instead of fighters getting 10/10 they should get 50/50 - instead of fighters who previously made 100/100 they should get 250/250 etc. Currently you have one or two fighters like Conor and Rousey taking a vast majority of the loot while the likes of Dana and previously the Fertitias, were lining their pockets to the tune of hundreds of millions while the common fighters languished with struggling to make ends meet. I'm sure Conor can do with 3 instead of 10 Rolls Royces and Lamborghinis and Dana can do with a few less $6m high stakes poker games at Caesars to help the fighters out.
Have you got UFC on Snapchat or Instagram? They did a whole tour of the ground and the summary was basically "Well Bisping supports United so we'll get Henderson in!" Even asked for followers at the end!!
Henderson getting a title shot is a joke but at least there's a story behind this one (the history between him and Bisping and this being Henderson's retirement fight). Joke or not though again, I'm pumped for the fight itself. Can't stand Henderson, felt that way for a long time as well and honestly hope Bisping destroys him, even more so after Henderson admitted to throwing that extra punch despite knowing Bisping was unconscious, which incredibly some fans found brilliant and funny which was pretty pathetic.
Great to see Hendo attending matchdays in football.
That was fecking disgusting, tbh.
He was lucky to get a ticket on a CL fixture, definitely.
Yeah I think Hendo's a dick as well. Hope Bisping does it, he probably will but I'm always in 2 minds when it's a fighter I like...especially if I back them they normally lose.
DC v Johnson set for 206
Should be a great fight. Can't see Rumble losing this time.
Damn, just heard about Josh Samman. Rest in peace.
Ultimate insider episode on him:
Ultimate insider episode on him:
Good fight, I think DC beats him again though. It's got to be the weakest division there is light heavyweight, only really these 3.
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Interested to see this, he's good friends with a mate of mine and is apparently quite a good fighter.
EDIT: For those who can't be arsed to click the link, he's the first ever Welsh UFC fighter and he'll be making his debut in Belfast on November 19th.
Interested to see this, he's good friends with a mate of mine and is apparently quite a good fighter.
EDIT: For those who can't be arsed to click the link, he's the first ever Welsh UFC fighter and he'll be making his debut in Belfast on November 19th.
What do you guys think of MVP?
He will probably be in the UFC next time his contract is up
i hope so. He's quite spectacular.
ffs I wanted him to win! What a numpty.
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It's cancelled now
Why was it cancelled ?
Cuz of the Penn injury I guess?
Because they couldn't find a replacement for the main event it seems.
i was looking forward for the Smiley Alvey vs the Spartan Nicholson fight, but i think i can make good use of a free Saturday.
Surely they won't go to Manila at all after the stories that the fighters could get passports taken off them for failing drug tests etc? It hardly sounds like number 1 place to send a bunch of fighters.
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I'm actually quite intrigued by this and for some reason want sage to win...
Hopefully Sage works on his take down defense and ground game. Otherwise it could be a short fight.
i like what i've seen from gall so far, very agile fighter
"I think that boy is corny." I'll be rooting for Gall, I like this kid...although I think Sage will probably win.
Don't like Sage at all, hope Gall wins.
Though the fact that I care at all is an achievement on the UFC's part I guess.
Though the fact that I care at all is an achievement on the UFC's part I guess.
It's a weird fight, Sage has looked worse when he's fought better opposition and his weaknesses play right into Gall's strengths but then Gall has fought no one of any note.
What's everyone think for 204? Is anyone else going? Still bit pissed off with the timing of it all but will just have to sleep through the day I reckon.
What's everyone think for 204? Is anyone else going? Still bit pissed off with the timing of it all but will just have to sleep through the day I reckon.
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Apparently his missus is giving birth to a little johnny come lately if this guy is to be believed
Excuse me? I think you'll find he soundly defeated the longest reigning WWE Champion of the modern era.