Appalling fight IQ shown by Nunes. Looked as poor as she has in a long time there. Luckily, de Randamie is as rudimentary a grappler the UFC has on the roster. Shit fight though, let’s hope for better served up by Max next.
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In the latest episode of the United Hour Podcast, Nik and Imran hold a long overdue conversation about United's awful league form with 1 win in 7. They discuss a disappointing draw at Bournemouth, a not so disappointing draw against Liverpool and a crushing defeat at Chelsea - Is time nearly over for Erik Ten Hag?
Then in a special second half of the pod, Nik welcomes Natalie ( https://twitter.com/natalie_17) to discuss the fortunes of Manchester United Women as they booked a place in the FA Cup Final after a historic first ever win vs. Chelsea.
Definatley, Nunes wanted none of the standing game once Randamie came out firing 2nd round. Surprised so many fighters join Ufc with no ground game when its evident how important it is in MMA.
Predictions everyone? I think Max has this.
Have to totally disagree with that. Great fight IQ does not consist of futile ground and pound against an inept grappler. I was practically begging for her to prioritise position, look to advance and set up a submission. Throwing herself face first into upkicks rather than leading with the hips was also glaring.
Whatever though, she got the win and that’s all that matters.
That entrance music is pure gold 
I cringedThat entrance music is pure gold
Volk is tailor made for Max to school. Holloway is one of the finest fighters on the roster at maintaining distance and the size differential is glaring. Max is also very tough to take down, with his long limbs perfect for posting. Much is made of Volk’s power; however, the way I see it - If Poirier isn’t putting Max out, Volk certainly isn’t.
Could be utterly wrong, but I see a Max masterclass incoming.
Love upsets but Max is a beast.
Nah, she knew exactly what she needed to do to get the W.
As did anyone who has ever watched either of them fight or has rolled BJJ. Not exactly a glowing indictment on someone’s fight IQ, but see it however you like.
Good fight so far
Volk Rd 1
Max not imposing his pace as usual, volk the aggressor so far
Rd 2 to Max
Dont think he is being allowed with them leg kicks. His left leg is almost done already, hopefully caught his rhythm end of that round, catching Volk coming in alot.
Volkanovski ahead on all 3 rounds for me.
I have Volkanovski winning all 3 rounds
Alexander the Great looking good. Holloway's legs are fecked.
Volk Rd 3
...complete domination so far
Volk still needs to kick Max's legs...seems he's going away from it a bit.
Volkanovski 50-45
Wow
Wow
Volk should win it
What's his name is so annoying...not Rogan....Jones bitch boy.
What does Max look shocked?
Hell yeah!! Volko did great.
Blessed era comes to an end.
Blessed era comes to an end.
Hahahaha, 2 division champion but i love how he will always be remembered as this.
Damn. Dissapointing fight by Holloway. Volk is a great fighter though. Well deserved
Who?Hahahaha, 2 division champion but i love how he will always be remembered as this.
Please destroy Covington
Cormier
Hats off to Volk, fought a very good fight. Would be very interested in a rematch between those two and I think Holloway is more than worthy of one.
Now, let’s hope Kamaru can put a beating on Covington.
Now, let’s hope Kamaru can put a beating on Covington.
He's from Clovis??? Ffs no wonder he's a douchebag
This fight is sooo going to 5 rounds and a decision
That’s what I’m thinking as well
Don’t you live in Fresno?
Yeah
Usman just standing there as he gets pelted with that left of Colbys
1 to each fighter?
Very strong round for Usman. Colby looks like he’s starting to wilt.