MMA Quick Quote: Gina Carano knows how to get down

by Jesse Holland on Aug 12, 2009 9:44 AM EDT

"This is going to be really tough. I’m not going to lie. But, I’m going to try to make it as easy as possible. Five rounds is going to be difficult. It’s 16 more minutes than I’m used to. I feel like it gives you a different mentality. At the beginning, I was like ‘What did we ask for?’ But, now I’m happy with it and I think that (my preparation for the extra time) could help me in the long run. A quick knockout or submission would be nice. I don’t think this fight is going to go the distance. I think Cyborg said it best – (the winner) is going to be determined by the person who makes the least amount of mistakes or the one who gets caught first. Her muscles might look bigger, but I am strong. I know I smile and I joke around now, but when it comes fight time, I take it very seriously and know how to get down."

– Female mixed martial arts mega-star and recent Strikeforce acquisition Gina Carano breaks down her championship bout against Chute Boxe-trained striker Cristiane Santos on August 15 during Tuesday's open workout session. "Conviction" has not competed since a three-round drubbing of Kelly Kobold in October 2008, winning via unanimous decision and pushing her perfect record to seven wins versus zero defeats. Can she handle the fury of Cyborg? Or will the Brazilian crumble against Carano’s Muay Thai? Predictions please…

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I really think Gina will win this. Not because she is hot, or has some serious guns. But it will be because she is going in with a brand new training regiment, with Randy, and the fact she is an accomplished Kickboxer.

This will be a striking match.

by RockhardMMA on Aug 12, 2009 9:56 AM EDT reply actions

I fear for Gina in this bout. Cyborg hits a lot harder then Gina’s previous opponents, she’s a lot bigger too.

Only one way to find out.

by Big Zino on Aug 12, 2009 10:10 AM EDT up reply actions

You’re right Big Zino, Cyborg’s way more well rounded than Carano. Anyone with a bit of senses could see that…unfortunately our own Jesse is stuck in a “charm spell” under the influence of V-Gina and predicted her to get the W. I couldn’t believed my ears when he said this, Monday night on radio. But then again he kept saying she as appeal, good looking, adorable, he would love to do things to her in a old uncle silly way, mega star…you see the bias pattern here? :)

Jesse, I like your picks for Strikeforce but not this one brotha. You guys should start looking girls outside of the MMA world, maybe then, you could find out by “conviction” that there is a lots of beautiful women’s out there, WAY better looking than this chubby girl. Also I think you need a big apostrophe at the end of the quote.

Anyway I got…

Cyborg by disfiguration.
Ishida
Mousasi
Werdum
Taylor

In fairness I would violate Cyborg just as quickly but that creepy husband of hers is always by her side.

-JH

by Alpha Male on Aug 12, 2009 10:51 AM EDT up reply actions

lol,fair enough jesse… I was joking btw!

by Alpha Male on Aug 12, 2009 11:08 AM EDT up reply actions

Carano by crisp counter, or Cyborg by murder, most likely the latter.

by rockwell on Aug 12, 2009 12:03 PM EDT up reply actions

Im starting to think a 25 minute fight is just too much for woman! Hope this fight doesnt get sloppy!

by john G on Aug 12, 2009 1:16 PM EDT up reply actions

Strikeforce has really dropped the ball making a chick-fight the main event. Ridiculous.

And this card has really gone down the crapper with Diaz tarding out. From what I’ve seen of Ishida he’s not a very exciting fighter to watch. The only fight that really interests me on this card now is Mousasi/Babalu.

That being said, I really like Strikeforce and have high hopes for their next offering. I expect to see the following three fights on the October card:

1) Fedor vs. Rogers (#1 contender match)

2) Overeem vs. Werdum (HW title – assuming Werdum wins on Sat)

3) Shields vs. Jacare (MW title)

Haven’t had much time to chat lately Maniacs, because my arm has healed to the point where I can resume heavy training again. Heading up to the BC interior for the next few days. Peace out ’till then.

by Jeremyjackson on Aug 12, 2009 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions

Carano by 4th rnd ko

by matthew on Aug 12, 2009 9:56 AM EDT reply actions

I just hope Gina comes out of this fight as clean as possible.. if that is possible.

There is a Brazilian Flick that recently was released in late july named " LA RINA aka THE PIT "

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUeuQsq2jdw

This is a flick about the rich socialite’s from Sao Paulo whom have parties in the mansions.. beautiful women.. alot of drugs.. etc.. they place bets on fights..which take place in an empty pool with mats at these parties.. THERE ARE 5 BARE KNUCKLE FIGHTS IN THE MOVIE!!!! ALL REAL!! Check out this trailer clip above.. My Professor is childhood friends with the director Marcelo Galvao.. I got a copy.. I havent seen it yet.. but I do believe Chris Cyborg is in the flick… yep there is 1 girl fight.. and from the trailor.. it’s BRUTUAL!!

by PhilQNY on Aug 12, 2009 10:02 AM EDT reply actions

This is pretty much the same thing as Lion Heart with Van Dam… still looks like a cool flick

by dawsafex72 on Aug 12, 2009 10:55 AM EDT up reply actions

..but the fights are all real!!!! This is a movie based on true events.

by PhilQNY on Aug 12, 2009 11:10 AM EDT up reply actions

Phil-

If you believe me… One of my good buddies spent 8 years in Cortiba (sp?) setting up English language schools for Brazils social elites.

He spent a lot of time in Sao Paolo and eventually where he met his wife today.

Years ago he told me about these “parties”.
Where do I get a copy for me and my buddy?

by Big Zino on Aug 12, 2009 12:49 PM EDT up reply actions

Zino – Maybe you can check online at the movies website

http://www.rinhaofilme.com.br/news/

I have seen it yet.. but but this weekend I’m going to pop it into the DVD player.. I heard it’s crazy.. the trailor looks crazy.. so it must be crazy.

by PhilQNY on Aug 13, 2009 1:52 PM EDT up reply actions

I am so pulling for Carano in this fight. War Carano!

by The Buffalo on Aug 12, 2009 10:04 AM EDT reply actions

Cyborg by 2nd round KO.

Off topic….

http://thegarv.com/ufc/ufc-101-run-forrest-run/

I laughed my ass off over Rogan’s facial expression.

by introvert on Aug 12, 2009 10:12 AM EDT reply actions

haha great find man

by (Clinton Jackson) formerly known as Jared on Aug 12, 2009 1:34 PM EDT up reply actions

CHANCES OF BOTHE FIGHTERS COMING IN OVERWEIGHT AND HAVING THE CHAMPOINSHIP 5 ROUND BOUT TURNED INTO A NON TITLE 3 ROUND BOUT? HIGH

by dbugz on Aug 12, 2009 10:18 AM EDT reply actions

I think your high

by RockhardMMA on Aug 12, 2009 10:18 AM EDT up reply actions

Having gleaned your intent from that limited English, I can say that this will be a 5-round fight. Scheduled for 5 anyway. The weight limit for this fight will be whatever weight va-Gina comes in at.

by PW on Aug 12, 2009 10:46 AM EDT up reply actions

One of them will come in overweight.

by Mike on Aug 12, 2009 11:43 AM EDT up reply actions

And if it’s va-Gina the weight limit will be moved.

by PW on Aug 12, 2009 12:01 PM EDT up reply actions

Gina knows how to get down…and go down on other woman, is it just me or is there something lesi about her? BTW I think she’s going to lose to cyborg.

by nathan on Aug 12, 2009 10:33 AM EDT reply actions

I agree lesbian 100%

by Yoda on Aug 12, 2009 10:35 AM EDT up reply actions

She scoops the tuna.

by PW on Aug 12, 2009 12:01 PM EDT up reply actions

shes does seem kind of lezzy but shes still solid

by (Clinton Jackson) formerly known as Jared on Aug 12, 2009 1:38 PM EDT up reply actions

Fact: This is going to be an interesting fight.

Options:

1) Slug fest to decision
2) Gina beat to shit
3) Cyborg gets caught by a lucky punch

Question: What has Cyborgs toughest fight been to date?…Probably some guy. Seriously, who has Cyborg fought on the level of Gina?

by DubNub on Aug 12, 2009 10:42 AM EDT reply actions

Who has Gina fought on the level of Cyborg?

by introvert on Aug 12, 2009 11:05 AM EDT up reply actions

i’m just excited for this fight to be over so that we can all move on and talk about her cankles and t*ts after the fight and how cyborg looks like a man..etc etc..it’s getting old..and i do believe cyborg will hurt this purdy chick..lol

by sarah on Aug 12, 2009 10:44 AM EDT reply actions

This fight is a toss up. Both chins will be tested in this fight.

by dawsafex72 on Aug 12, 2009 10:54 AM EDT reply actions

You all know damn well Strikforce is REALLY pulling for Carono to win this fight. They market her like the greatest show on earth. She is a major poster-boy for the organization. You think they really want to put a picture of Cyborg on Posters?

by dawsafex72 on Aug 12, 2009 10:58 AM EDT reply actions

Yea I have always thought about Gina as having a little lez in her, she probably jumps over the fence when the situation presents itself. She has options lets just say.

I hope Cyborg beats her head in. One Im not a fan of womans MMA, the fights are ok, but I just cant get into it. And Gina and her bobble head personality closet Lez (probably Bi) personality is getting old. When she is interviewed it is half pro athlete interview half lets interview the hot chick who says something sexual once in a while and fights in a cage, but is not very professional cuz she makes weight maybe 50% of the time. So what do they do they change the weight division to fit het. Wasnt her old weight class 140 now its 145?

by Badguy on Aug 12, 2009 11:01 AM EDT reply actions

i want to get ko-ed by gina carano.. i love you.. i am actually searching for a girl and i only date girls that have her features… yeah i know i will be searching for a while.. life sucks… hey gina call me and we can drink 40s peace

by ricky on Aug 12, 2009 11:08 AM EDT reply actions