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Post by POOR-ly Cuyler on Jul 28, 2017 2:12:16 GMT -5
So Im not a MMA or Boxing guy, but why is it that fights go to decision? Why dont they go into overtime? To me a fight ends in KO or submission. Not arbitrary points. Seems like more of a game protecting these guys than a real fight. I dont wanna sound completely heartless, but if these guys wanna be some sort of modern day gladiator, why does theyre mental or physical well being matter? Two dudes wanna punch each other in the head? Why does it have to end because time ran out?
Just curious. Theres an assumed risk with everything, but this seems like they only care about peoples lifes because if they die they cant book them to fight anymore.
Someone help me if im completely off base.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 28, 2017 4:18:55 GMT -5
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Post by SteveHulk on Jul 28, 2017 13:12:54 GMT -5
So Im not a MMA or Boxing guy, but why is it that fights go to decision? Why dont they go into overtime? To me a fight ends in KO or submission. Not arbitrary points. Seems like more of a game protecting these guys than a real fight. I dont wanna sound completely heartless, but if these guys wanna be some sort of modern day gladiator, why does theyre mental or physical well being matter? Two dudes wanna punch each other in the head? Why does it have to end because time ran out? Just curious. Theres an assumed risk with everything, but this seems like they only care about peoples lifes because if they die they cant book them to fight anymore. Someone help me if im completely off base. In theory, a fight to the finish sounds great - but in practice, it wouldn't really work. A lot of it's down to timing issues and the number of fights on a card... if every fight were to go on until a natural finish (KO/sub), the card could go for days(!). And if a fight's pretty dull - and just goes on and on and on... it's not really ideal and a lot of people would probably tune-out. Yeah, that was from the recent press conference... definitely worth checking out! |
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Post by POOR-ly Cuyler on Jul 28, 2017 13:57:57 GMT -5
Makes sense. Thanks.
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Post by The Natural Eddy Valintino on Jul 28, 2017 22:56:48 GMT -5
I might be in zombie mode Sunday morning at work, but theres no way im missing UFC 214, especially with the card.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 29, 2017 0:48:49 GMT -5
So Im not a MMA or Boxing guy, but why is it that fights go to decision? Why dont they go into overtime? To me a fight ends in KO or submission. Not arbitrary points. Seems like more of a game protecting these guys than a real fight. I dont wanna sound completely heartless, but if these guys wanna be some sort of modern day gladiator, why does theyre mental or physical well being matter? Two dudes wanna punch each other in the head? Why does it have to end because time ran out? Just curious. Theres an assumed risk with everything, but this seems like they only care about peoples lifes because if they die they cant book them to fight anymore. Someone help me if im completely off base. It also has to do with sanctions from the athletic commission; mixed martial arts is a sport and has to be regulated, hence why there are strict rules adhering to the rulings made by the commission. |
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Post by Kollector_Kombat on Jul 29, 2017 11:24:57 GMT -5
So stoked for tonight's fight card! crapis gonna be wild!
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Post by SteveHulk on Jul 29, 2017 12:18:30 GMT -5
So stoked for tonight's fight card! crap is gonna be wild! I know - I can't wait either (so glad none of the main fights were pulled/postponed!). Should be a great night... 😀 |
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Post by The Natural Eddy Valintino on Jul 29, 2017 14:26:15 GMT -5
Im taking a nap as soon as i get home. Im waking up at 10 (dont have FXX to watch the prelims), and watch the card. My picks are Jimi Manuwa, Donald Cerrone, Cyborg, Demian Maia, and Daniel Cormier
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Post by Deleted on Jul 29, 2017 15:35:48 GMT -5
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Post by The Natural Eddy Valintino on Jul 29, 2017 21:22:31 GMT -5
Holy s*** Manuwa got knocked the f*** out
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Post by The Natural Eddy Valintino on Jul 29, 2017 21:25:19 GMT -5
After tonight, i gotta pay more attention to Volkan
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Post by Kollector_Kombat on Jul 29, 2017 21:25:25 GMT -5
Vulkan's a  in boss. Love this dude! Love seeing Jimi get taken out! |
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Post by Kollector_Kombat on Jul 29, 2017 21:32:59 GMT -5
Cerrone vs Lawler. This fight is gonna be nuts...
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Post by Kollector_Kombat on Jul 29, 2017 22:01:27 GMT -5
Awesome brawl. I though Cowboy took it but they gave it to Robbie. Fun fight either way.
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Post by The Natural Eddy Valintino on Jul 29, 2017 22:05:58 GMT -5
Loved Cerrone vs Lawler. Im disappointed Cerrone lost, but i like Lawler almost as much as i like Cerrone, so i was happy either way
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Post by Deleted on Jul 29, 2017 22:26:35 GMT -5
Bummed!
Massive Cowboy fan but man, Lawler is awesome too in his own right.
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Post by Kollector_Kombat on Jul 29, 2017 22:31:44 GMT -5
Congratulations Cris! Love this woman. Such a beast. So happy for her. AND she likes my toy pics and comments all the time on IG lol. Proud of her. She's deserved this for a long tine.
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Post by The Natural Eddy Valintino on Jul 29, 2017 22:39:39 GMT -5
I liked that Cyborg won. It was expected, but what i did not expect was for Tonya Evinger to put up the fight she did. Oh, and f*** Germaine for not wanting to fight Cyborg lol
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Post by Kollector_Kombat on Jul 29, 2017 22:45:03 GMT -5
Oh, and f*** Germaine for not wanting to fight Cyborg lol Loved that the commentary team buried her. She deserved it. What a punk. |
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