Just in case: Rick Story on deck if Karo Parisyan can't go at UFC 94
by MMAmania.com on Jan 30, 2009 2:41 AM EST
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MMAmania.com has learned that there are concerns that Karo Parisyan will pull out of his upcoming bout against Dong Hyun "Stun Gun" Kim at UFC 94: "St. Pierre vs. Penn 2" at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, this Saturday night (Jan.31).
Accordingly, the promotion has opted to line up a "Plan B" just in case "The Heat" needs to get out of the kitchen less than 48 hours before fight night. Newcomer Rick Story is waiting in the wings, cutting weight and getting ready to make his Octagon debut against Kim if called upon.
Story is a veteran of the Elite Warriors Championship (EWC) circuit up in Oregon. In fact, he has plied his trade primarily in the northwest, winning seven of nine pro fights. He is currently on a six fight win streak -- all of which took place in 2008.
Parisyan most recently recovered from an injury that forced him to withdraw from a fight against Yoshiyuki "Zenko" Yoshida at UFC 88: "Breakthrough" in September literally hours before showtime. It was an unfortunate situation that was made more curious with his admission the he has been dealing with panic attacks.
Numerous critics claimed "The Heat" merely freaked out and used the injury as an excuse to bail from the bout. And if for some reason he is replaced by Story on such short notice this time around, it will likely stoke those flames even higher.
We should get more information on this developing situation as the weigh-in event and fight night draw closer. As of right now, Parisyan is still booked to fight "Stun Gun." But if for some reason he is scratched at the last minute, Story would take his place.
Stay tuned.
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WILD! I still got Stun Gun! And maybe this will move Fitch to the televised portion for sure!
by ( (AdamG ) ) on Jan 30, 2009 2:45 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
hahhahaKaro = Paulo Filho! 2 head cases! Karo should realize the bad impression he is making on the UFC top dogs…I havent heard to many fights having a replacement lined up!
by john on Jan 30, 2009 7:09 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Filho v. Karo would be hilarious…one guy curled up in the fetal position having a panic attack while the other guy stands facing the fence talking to himself…LoL
by McArthur on Jan 30, 2009 7:16 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Funny even with a questionable Karo – Dana still left him on the main card. I for one will be hoping the Heat doesn’t show and we see Fitch on the main card.
by Arnold on Jan 30, 2009 9:02 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Regardless of Karo’s douche-like qualities, he is still infinitely more exciting than that dry-humping Fitch. Keep his sorry ass on the undercard where it belongs.
by PW on Jan 30, 2009 11:15 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Wow I’m so happy right now that the UFC signed Rick Story and this fight could easily be “Fight Of The Night”.
Now I just hope Karo crawls back into his cave and stays there forever.
Rick Story by U Dec.
by JonnyBoy on Jan 30, 2009 2:58 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Also I hear Mike Pierce is going to be at least a runner up in the next Ultimate Fighter. That would be cool to have two braveheart gym members in the UFC.
by Bluepit on Jan 30, 2009 12:16 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Dude…I used to hand Story and Pierce their jocks when those twinks used to train with me at Quest. I would own them still. War Stun Gun!
by Dan Saltmarsh on Jan 30, 2009 12:43 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Obviously your just trying to stir the pot Saltmarsh, because I have never met you before in my life, let alone have the opportunity to smash you in the gym. How about get a life and stop trying to make yourself feel better because your fat!
by Rick "The Horror" Story on Feb 1, 2009 9:49 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Karo is a savage just sucksn he has anxiety before the fights
by The Philicutioner on Jan 30, 2009 3:19 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Anyone who claims that Karo faked an injury is an idiot and shouldn’t be taken seriously by anyone. The panic attacks on the other hand are a real problem but Karo says he’s learning to deal with them so unless something crazy happens he’s going to be fine and dominate Kim on Saturday.
by EJ on Jan 30, 2009 3:24 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
If all of this is true,I don’t think he will be dominating anyone. He will be heading to the octagon with a lot of baggage.
by naturalshadow on Jan 30, 2009 2:04 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I hope karo fights. he’s coming frm my town. NORTH HOLLYWOOD. porn capital of the world baby! lol
by TRIKZ on Jan 30, 2009 3:25 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
oof sounds like a great place.. porn bitches are the hottest!
by RoB on Jan 30, 2009 6:21 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I think they’re so hot that my huge head and ego are going to marry one.
by PW on Jan 30, 2009 11:16 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Chatsworth is the Porn Capital of the World. Also, I see one of my comments got deleted about Karo. He must have read it and called the Whambulance.
by El Mexicutioner, formerly The Mexicutioner on Jan 30, 2009 12:40 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
My bad. I didn’t have a comment deleted. Wrong piece. It happens to the best of us.
by El Mexicutioner, formerly The Mexicutioner on Jan 30, 2009 12:55 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Wow, I don’t even think Karo knows who the FU** he really is!
by Sofa-King-Toasty on Jan 30, 2009 3:54 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
No disrespect, but where did mmamania “learn” of these concerns? I respect this sight but leading into an article with absolutely no credibility makes me wonder. Again, no disrespect but seriously this sounds like an article a Karo hater wrote just because of his previous withdraws. Please clarify…
by Willy Beeman on Jan 30, 2009 3:58 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
well i know this info is true seeing as to how ricky is one of my teammates and flew out wed. morning…
by jake on Jan 30, 2009 5:11 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
wow, I politely question the credibility of this article and my post gets deleted?
by Willy Beeman on Jan 30, 2009 4:00 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Wow, that’s a damn shame. It can’t do much for your anxiety to know that everyone is giving you the side-eye watching you wondering if/when you’re gonna crack. Dude needs therapy to work some of this internal shit out.
by DSmith on Jan 30, 2009 4:07 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
At least we’ll be able to see the Fitch fight. I’ll take that trade.
by Luke in Shanghai on Jan 30, 2009 4:19 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Damn! Agreed I’d like to see the Fitch fight, but not at the expense of Parisyan. Just goes to show everyone is human, cuz anxiety is no joke. I’ve never had to deal with it but have seen the effects and it can feel more painful than a heart attack from people that have told me about it
by MrBolo on Jan 30, 2009 5:15 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
You can never be too prepared
by El Mexicutioner, formerly The Mexicutioner on Jan 30, 2009 6:53 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Good – I hope that they finally cut Karo if he flakes out yet again.
by Immak on Jan 30, 2009 7:08 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
wow is karo pulls out it would be devestating i hope he fights….and im sure the karo haters will make up bullshit agian so karo i hope you fight bro.
by wsap on Jan 30, 2009 7:24 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
wow….pretty bad they are expecting him to drop out
by mra on Jan 30, 2009 7:43 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
“Filho v. Karo would be hilarious…one guy curled up in the fetal position having a panic attack while the other guy stands facing the fence talking to himself…LoL”
AHAHHAHAHAH THAT SHIIIT IS FUUUNNNNNAAAYYYYY!!!!! LOL man!! LOL
by What? on Jan 30, 2009 9:08 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
AHAHAHAH
SCREW THE “SLEEP” KARO PARYSIAN
AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
WAR FICTH!!!!!
by Josh on Jan 30, 2009 9:14 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
its a shame really, world class fight with so much potential has panic attacks which effects his performace. all the haters aren’t making his situation any better for him saying ‘’oh i wish he would take a another panic attack’‘. its a hard life for fighter being in the publics eye, anything goes wrong with them and they come out to be a bad guy. dont know about use guys, but i was always taught not to kick a lion when he’s down so instead of kicking this lion maybe we should support karo and hope he gets through his situation
by ruan-fiy on Jan 30, 2009 9:23 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Anyone know what happens to money already placed on “Stun Gun”?
by Jeff on Jan 30, 2009 9:47 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Karo may be a douchebag, but at least he always puts up a fight in the octagon. Id hate to see anyone let go from the UFC because of the personal issues he has but the guy really needs to get it together and fight.
by Matt25 on Jan 30, 2009 9:50 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Bro, it’s not even like that, bro. God willing, I’ll be there to weigh in bro. I’ve just had a lot going on and, thank God, Karo’s preparing himself for a war bro. Doesn’t he know who I am? God willing, I’ll take the unanimous decision on Saturday. Karo always looks to go the distance! Please stop the rumors. They are stressing me out bro.
by Karo P on Jan 30, 2009 9:51 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
If Karo pulls out of this fight he better be looking for new employment.
by holmz on Jan 30, 2009 10:07 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Karo is gonna come like a tractor!!!! / wet his pants at the last minute and sit front row eating mushed baby carrots.
- Manny Gamburiyan
by Hal on Jan 30, 2009 10:15 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
yeah he said it. He also said he likes to get knocked out from the ground and that he wants to take a vacation to armenia so he can eat a squirrel.
by Hal on Jan 30, 2009 11:41 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
yeah he said it. He also said he likes to get knocked out from the ground and that he wants to take a vacation to armenia so he can eat a squirrel.
by Hal on Jan 30, 2009 11:41 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
This is by far the funniest thread i have seen!! aaahahah keep it up! Karo is a homo! He knows it..thats why he panicks and attacks him self
by What? on Jan 30, 2009 11:42 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
I feel bad for Karo…. He has a nasty cold which will play a big part in this fight. If he drops out or loses he will be at the bottom of the pile. Lose Lose situation for him, I don’t care either way… I don’t like him. Maybe him and nick diaz can fight in the locker room.
by wand1 on Jan 30, 2009 11:50 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
that is one rematch I’d LOVE to see…Karo/N. Diaz 2
by McArthur on Jan 30, 2009 2:33 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
punks thats what all you haters are, all you guys talk shit but karo would mess up any one of you losers who talk shit you guys are just wanna bz and watch karo prove all you dumbasses wrong!
by wsap on Jan 30, 2009 1:05 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I think if they put pads all around the octagon walls and tied Karos hands across his chest he’s feel more at home and maybe even win the fight. Then he could take a trip to armenia and use his purse to buy some new goat skin shorts.
by Hal on Jan 30, 2009 3:40 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
LMFAO!!!! This thread is frickin awesome!!!
by Matt25 on Jan 30, 2009 9:46 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Who cares. Karo can’t finish fights and he has a big mouth that flaps constantly because he knows he’s not that good.
by Ethan on Jan 30, 2009 5:17 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
wow, WSAP just took over from Karo for the idiot of the day on MMAMANIA. Of course Karo would beat most people on this site, he’s is supposed to be a professional fighter. Although I think anyone on here who could yell BOO! really loud would actually stand a pretty decent chance. As far as you go i’m pretty sure lisa simpson would impale you on her little cartoon fist “wanna bz” HAHAHAHAHAH….. total Moron.
have a good night with the babysiter.
by Hal on Jan 30, 2009 7:15 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
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