The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 10: Episode 8 recap and discussion
by Jesse Holland on Nov 4, 2009 9:57 PM EST
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Episode 8 of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) Season 10 gets underway with a recap of the alleged fight between Matt Mitrione and Scott's Junk. The battered Junk insists he could have won the fight if there had been a third round. At least, that's probably what his team mates told him after they defibrillated him at the end of round two.
Rampage tees off on the gym door in disgust and ironically waits until Episode 8 to show any genuine emotion. Perhaps if he had been this fired up earlier in the season, he could have driven his team to a better record.
Or perhaps not.
He later apologizes to the door -- who is probably glad to be off the show, especially after some of the "fights" that have taken place this season.
Wes Sims decides to throw Matt Mitrione a party in celebration of his fight but the former NFLer appears to be a little too busted up to attend the grand shebang -- despite being the guest of honor.
On the stationary bike, Marcus Jones pedals his way into Rampage's heart, probably because he's all that stands between a spot in the semis and the total embarrassment of being the first coach in TUF history to lead his team to an 0-8 showing.
The next morning, Jones has the pleasure of waking up to a Vegas creepy-crawly trying to make a nest in the big man's shoe. He lets out a girlish yelp and Wes Sims swoops in and bludgeons it to death with a ski pole.
We get our first piano solo in several episodes as Mike Wessel hits the confessional and gets choked up talking about his wife who is stricken with cancer.
Fortunately he doesn't dwell on it and switches his focus to Marcus Jones, who he describes as a "massive man." Sounds like the Team Evans scouts have really done their homework. Regardless, Wessel is confident that he has a good shot to overcome the brute strength of his opponent.
Jones recounts his days in the NFL and admits he had the size and the competitive spirit, but not the desire to excel. In mixed martial arts, he wants to become "a student of the game."
He lets out a giggle and a grunt every time he masters a new aspect of training. He wants to remembered as a hell of a fighter, which unfortunately may not come at the expense of Mike Wessel, no matter how well he performs.
Some of the guys from Team Evans draw a caricature of Marcus Jones that accuses him of sucking balls. The jovial "Big Baby" goes from happy-go-lucky to Larry Drake in Dr. Giggles, complete with menacing death stare and threatening psycho-babble.
At the weigh-ins, Rampage tries to make nice with "Titties" but Schoonover isn't having it --especially after Jackson plays "Tune in Tokyo" with Darryl's prodigious chest. They have to be separated and once again cooler heads prevail.
The fighters make their predictions and it's pretty clear that Jones is the favorite heading into the fight. Wessel says he isn't afraid of Marcus Jones, he's afraid of being away from his wife for six weeks and having it all be for nothing.
Heavyweight elimination fight #8: Marcus Jones (4-2) vs. Mike Wessel (8-2)
Round 1: Jones stalking and eats a right. They clinch and struggle for position until Jones uses a trip attempt to wrestle Wessel to the ground. Jones gets his back but Wessel defends and rolls into mount. Unfortunately Jones is there waiting for him and locks up a painful armbar for the immediate tap. Jones looked a bit rigid on his feet but was very impressive on the ground.
Marcus Jones defeats Mike Wessel via submission (armbar)
Cue the piano solo as a defeated Wessel has to cope with the fact that he lost but also tries to stay upbeat and look to the future. Jones on the other hand is positively giddy for getting the biggest win of his career (to date).
Coach Jackson tells Jones that he's "Team Rampage for life" and I can't help but laugh out loud seeing as how Team Rampage ended up 1-7 in the competition.
Some distinction.
Following the fight's conclusion, Dana White gathers the coaches and the winning fighters to choose the semifinal match-ups. Roy Nelson rubs Dana the wrong way and White blasts him for the Kimbo fight.
Again.
Marcus Jones defaults to Rampage when asked who he wants to fight, so Jackson tries to feed him Darryl Schoonover. He's successful -- much to the chagrin of Coach Evans.
The Quarterfinal matches are announced and as follows:
Roy Nelson vs. Justin Wren
Brendan Schaub vs. John Madsen
James McSweeney vs. Matt Mitrione
Marcus Jones vs. Darryl Schoonover
After the announcements, Coach Evans extends an invitation to anyone on Team Rampage who wants to come and train with his guys. While I'm sure some of them wanted to go, they don't want to be disrespectful when the cameras are rolling and stand fast.
What a shock, Rampage and Rashad end up jawing at each other. Obscenities fly and crotches are grabbed.
Yawn.
Stay tuned next week as Matt Mitrione gets sent to the hospital, Kimbo tries to replace him and Roy Nelson hooks 'em up with Justin Wren. Who wins? Find out next Wednesday!
See you in seven!
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Been waiting for this guy to fight since day one!! Screw Kimbo!!
by TBlades on Nov 4, 2009 10:03 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Best show by far so far I’m looking forward to the rest of the fights remaining and forgetting about the last ones. Jones has those long limbs and is powerful he can be dangerous for sure but looks a little sloppy. With his tools and power he can take on anyone on this show.
by Beaver on Nov 4, 2009 11:10 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
i really hope he keeps winning, such a funny dude.
btw is it even possible for kimbo to come back? why would people be talking about a fight with him and houston if he came back? unless he comes back and loses. i’d like to see sims get another shot if anyone but i’m pretty sure kimbo wants it the most.
by AzCombat on Nov 5, 2009 12:26 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Marcus is by far my favorite character on the show and what a great name “Big Baby”…. a totally likable guy. Marcus should ue his jab and reach to his advantage and back pedal sideways. Wessel closed in the gap and Marcus looked like he wanted to use muay thai with that stance. Knees maybe?
by DAVE A on Nov 5, 2009 2:19 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
AzCombat I was asking myself the same thing. If in fact Matt cannot fight again, wouldn’t Mike Wessel, the only fighter on Team Rashad to lose his fight, be more deserving of the vacant spot than Kimbo?
by Chicken pop on Nov 5, 2009 2:57 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
If Mitrione really cant fight…Kimbo vs. McSweeny would be awesome. Back yard brawler vs. Muy Tai
by john G on Nov 5, 2009 7:36 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
How can Kimbo replace a Team Rashad fighter? If Matt and Mike can’t fight then the only fair thing would be for Rashad to get to pick a Team Rampage fighter, it’ll be BS if Kimbo gets back in by default and both him and Rampage get rewarded for being draws despite failing miserably this series. The guy sucks, he’ll lose anyway.
Great performance from Marcus, he looked very good on the ground. If Rampage actually bothered to coach he could help Marcus improve his boxing because his stance was terrible and negated his reach and power advantage, making it far too easy for Wessel to clinch. Marcus will be a threat to anyone because of his size, strength and BJJ skills, it’s a shame he’s not on Team Rashad as his cardio and boxing will suffer because of him having inferior coaching.
Dana’s dislike of Nelson is pathetic, I hope he wins just to piss him off. Roy is fighting smart and I’m looking forward to his fight with Justin, that should be a great grappling match.
by David W-S on Nov 5, 2009 8:01 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I live in Tampa, Fl and Gracie Tampa is legit. That is were Matt ARroyo and Shane Primm train. The main instructor is Rob Khan-he has a black belt under Royce Gracie and is an ex-Golden Gloves Boxing Champ. They have 20 fighters right now fighting pro in different promotions. It was great to see Marcus win his fight and with clear and obvious ease. That was a wicked fast arm bar and I thought he broke it. I cringed when it set in….
by Da Monkey on Nov 5, 2009 8:22 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Of the eight fighters who lost, were any of them really that deserving to come back? Some of those dudes were steaming piles of crap. What makes Kimbo any less deserving than a guy who got arm-barred 1.8 seconds after getting to full guard?
by PW on Nov 5, 2009 9:03 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I thought it was hilarious when Nelson had to explain his strategy to Dana. For someone who should know everything about MMA, Dana can be lost. Roy explained it as simply as you could. When you have to potentially fight 3 times in 6 weeks, there is no reason to go out and risk an injury in the first 2 fights. Go out, execute, play it safe, and win. Roy is right on track to win this thing like most of us predicted he would.
by Cole on Nov 5, 2009 9:17 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
kimbo equals ratings wich equals money something all the fighters on the show know would happen if someone dropped out. Kimbo deserves it just for the simple fact he brings in more viewers because the fans pay the bills it’s the right choice based on fighting maybe not but in the end the UFC usually goes with what the fan wants to see.
by Puck Head on Nov 5, 2009 9:55 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Damn right Kimbo deserves the fight! why? Simple:
1)All the other losers are TERRIBLE, although I think that if Wes Shivers improved his Cardio he could have a decent future and I think he got robbed in his fighht vs. McBrit! Kimbo at least brought it when it was time to fight. He took the fight to roy, and he wasnt afraid to fight such an accomplished veteran. We al knew what woud happen when the fight hit the ground, but he was doing well in the stand up, and that impressed me because even though Roy isnt Anderson Silva-like striker, as seasoned as he is, he should have dominated Kimbo everywhere, not just the ground. I was actually kind of impressed with the way he fought Roy.
2) Cause he is a ratings Machine. Only he could get Millions of people to watch this ppathetic season of TUF. Since all the losers suck, might as well give the fans what they want and bring Kimbo back who we wil at east see in the UFC, instead of some guy that we wont even remember in a month
Not to mention that I would like to see kimbo face a guy like McBrittish who is a muy tai guy that will actually stand with Kimbo. Wont be the best display of mma, but If I cant watch good mma, next best thing is an entertaining Brawl, which is exactly what it would be!
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by john G on Nov 5, 2009 10:07 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
kimblow wouldnt beat one fighter in the house. Thats right I said it,not one fighter in the house!If he fights again on the show that means SHAW = WHITE
by durty on Nov 5, 2009 7:16 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Jesse, It was Justin Wren, not Wes Simms that killed the whatever it was bug.
by getrawbc on Nov 5, 2009 7:47 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I am in such a quandary, I am routing for Marcus the rest of the way because he surprised the hell out of me the way he not only knew some submissions but the way he transitioned them from position to position, that was GREAT! Very impressed! And he is so respectful, you got to respect that. But, my issue is with Rampage and I do not want him to have bragging rights and as we all saw, Kimbo will be coming back.
PEACE!
by Edgecrusher71 on Nov 5, 2009 9:27 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Marcus is a grappler, he did exactly what I expected him to do! Didnt think he would be able to get a sub so quickly, but I knew that he was one of the best grapplers on the show. What did you think MRCUS WAS GOING TO DO/ STAND N bANG?
by john G on Nov 5, 2009 10:09 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
EVEN IF YOU DIDNT KNOW ABOUT HIS GRAPPLING BACKGROUND, have you not seen the show? He was always tapping people left and right in practice. The fact that he is so damm powerful, gives him a chance at a future in the UFC if he can develop some kind of stand up and drastically increase his cardio which isnt hard to do. With his power, he wi be able to take a lot of fighters down to the ground, and with his strength, it makes his jits even more dangerous. I mean if he grabs a hod of your arm, kiss it goodbye!
Looking forward to seeing Marcus a fe wmore times in the Octagon. Great guy, it takes a scumbag of a person not to root for him!
by john G on Nov 5, 2009 10:12 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
the mummy approach he came out with was classic!!! lol
by d*locc on Nov 5, 2009 12:00 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Opposite of what I expected to see from Marcus. I expected to see a brawling slugger, but instead he’s a ground wizard. Actually, his standup looked downright silly. Another big problem I see with Marcus’s future fighting career is his legs. His knees appear to be totally shot, which will make his legs a target vs legit opponents, and may also be a hindering factor in getting his conditioning where it needs to be. Still….applause for being one of the few guys in the cast to show technical ability and creativity….things the vast majority of the cast sadly lack.
by CL on Nov 5, 2009 12:08 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
The funniest guy on tuf ever.
He is not like the others that try to act funny ( Forrest) itwas funny for a while now it’s just annoying but Marcus, well that’s just how he is he is not trying to be funny
by Bigboys401 on Nov 4, 2009 10:41 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Yeah definitely seems to be one of the most real people on the show. don’t know if that is because of his NFL experience or not.
by TBlades on Nov 4, 2009 10:44 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
hes not real. the least real on the show. hes too nice. almost cuddly like. nobody is that nice.
by Egads on Nov 4, 2009 10:55 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Actually, I’ve met Marcus Jones, & he is that overly nice. I wrote up an information packet for him for an interview, and he spent 5 minutes complimenting the packet and 5 minutes complimenting me on writing it, as he stood well over a foot over me. Really nice guy overall I must say, really like him & rooting for him to be in the finals.
by CzechSlugger on Nov 4, 2009 11:37 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
wow that was a quick armbar! he just needs to move his head some more. I hope he wins the whole season, he seems like a good dood
by RT on Nov 4, 2009 10:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Marcus makes me laugh! Such a lovable character, but sadly I think that’ll be his downfall. Like Page said, not sure if he has that fighter mentality, hopefully though his competitive nature takes over during the fight.
by pwilson on Nov 4, 2009 10:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I think he does have the right mentality in a competitive way, he’s more a guy with Couture’s philosophy they want to win, not get pissed off at their opponents talk smack and want to bash their face in, they get excited when they fight, Marcus luvs MMA, and that’s the best reason to fight. He just has a different personality from the typical MMA fighter.
by DAVE A on Nov 5, 2009 12:32 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
All the smack talk, the brooding, the stare downs, all of it is pure BS. You have to have a “killer” instinct but you don’t have to display a “fighter mentality” externally. Once you’re in the ring with your opponent, all the trash talk, death stares and general mind games fly out the window if you don’t have skills.
If you listen to every pre-fight interview for every match be it UFC, WEC, Strikeforce, what-have-you, you will encounter the same old tired lines: “I’m gonna have to beat you down.” “You may be a cool guy, but you’re in my way.” Etc…
If Marcus is physically able to keep his elbows in and protect his head in the stand up game, he will be absolutely UNSTOPPABLE. Marcus FTW, Rampage… not-so-much.
by dab0neman on Nov 5, 2009 6:58 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
At think he answers your question of having a fighters mentality or not once he almost ripped Mikes arm completely in half.Guess he wasnt lying about taking somebodys arm home with him after them drawings.lol
by The Legacy on Nov 5, 2009 7:44 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
his head is bigger than his belly..he is just not very witty and his fight was not very thrilling as dana pointed out..i admit he has self promoted his way in mma and that is impressive..but i think it is cuz he is too stubborn to get into proper shape and he has too much ego to learn from coaches..
by sarah on Nov 4, 2009 11:29 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Man, I don’t see what you guys are talking about. Why would it make a difference win or Lose if kimbo fought again? If he wins, he can still fight Houston, if he loses he can 2. I hear ya bout the fact he’s then ‘in the semi’s’ but, couldn’t they put him in there with a stipulation?
Anyways, I’m not too worried as he probs won’t be, nor does he deserve to be. Really bugs me that just cause he has a name, he gets auto by pass over all the other loser’s of the house. Sims should get it.
As for the Nelson h8? That’s clear as glass. Its the kimbo lovers that h8 him. Especially Dana. Crying like a lil bitch cause Roy took money out of his pocket, & in embarrassing manner by exposing kimbo as useless as he is.
Roy did 110% exactly what he should’ve done in that fight. Dana is a chotch.
Marcus/schoonover will be interesting, & I like both but see schoonover taking it.
Brandon is a shoe in. Guaranteed to the finals since day1.
I’m taking Matt over James just cause he surprised me a lil his 1st showing against junk even if that was junks fault, he is still a vet & Matt hits hard. Get that cardio up man!
And Nelson walks thru Justin, and hopefully its boring again & him & Dana get into it. Can’t kick a winner off for being a boring. Just out of spite that would make the season worth it.
by Daniel worby on Nov 5, 2009 8:48 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I will let coach pick for me…farking hilarious!!
by TBlades on Nov 4, 2009 10:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I like him but he came off so dumb when he said that. and with Rampages coaching I wouldn’t listen to shit he says.
by Jizzo on Nov 4, 2009 11:05 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
@Jizzo Oh, so I wasn’t the only one thinking that about rampage? lol
by pbdb on Nov 5, 2009 8:08 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
marcus impressed me i knew he would win but thopught by ko and not that fast, rampage was pretty hilarious at the end well treat me like a sucker then, ok i will lol oh man that was good
by DanTheMan on Nov 4, 2009 11:06 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
MArcus gonna kill Titties!!! and roy definitely going to beat Justin Wren, and it’d be cool if Kimbo does come back.
by big G castle on Nov 4, 2009 11:06 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Again, Page looks like an idiot. How you asks? He make the most stupid comments (titties, come lick it, etc.) during the show. Rashad offers to help the guys get in more work and he blocks them from bettering themselves then accuses Rashad of thinking the show is about him.
by mswany on Nov 4, 2009 11:07 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
If Marcus gets in with the right camp, he’ll be walking through the HW division! He moved very well on the ground! Can’t wait to see him fight again!
by Danas a crossdresser on Nov 4, 2009 11:09 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Yea kimbo vs mcsweeny would be awesome
I do hope he comes back, but seeing how he might fight houston, I doubt he will
by phenomenal angel on Nov 4, 2009 11:10 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
NOW rampage goes to his fighter..cuz he won..what a cheesebag..sigh..i love marcus though cuz he is such a big sweet guy..
oh they prolly will put kimbo in for matt..like dana couldn’t ride that ratings pony into the ground..this was a better episode though..and who’s kidding who..i’ve watched every damn tuf since the first one..and this one has been the most disappointing season though…and the fact that rampage and rashad are not fighting makes their bickering soooo annoying and pointless..i want to see that fight so bad damn it!!
by sarah on Nov 4, 2009 11:17 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
anyone else notice that kimbo was wearing his gloves when ringside wonder if a sign of things to come or just something he does
by DanTheMan on Nov 4, 2009 11:23 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Kimbo cann’t beat any real fighters so I doubt he goes back in. It would be hard to sell Kimbo vs Houston with Kimbo going 0-2 on the show. On the other hand if throw him back in Dana will say how great he looked in the lose.
by DolFan on Nov 4, 2009 11:28 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Your probally right they keep showing how bad he wants to fight again so Dana is going to give him one more shot to get in the UFC against Houston and hype it up for everything Kimbo’s worth.
by Beaver on Nov 4, 2009 11:38 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I gotta give a +1 to titties for pushing up on Rampage like that. Rampage stepped over the line, but Darill didn’t hesitate to step up.
by audiobuff2 on Nov 4, 2009 11:24 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Every show rampage makes himself look dumber and dumber. You bet those guys would love to train with Rashad, shit they might even learn something!!!!! Rampage is becoming the biggest clown in MMA!!!!
by Spyder on Nov 5, 2009 11:21 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I want to see someone knock out Big Country. He is too cocky. I’m happy for Marcus…he seems like a good guy.
by knowone on Nov 4, 2009 11:24 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Roy Nelson vs. Justin Wren
(Roy will win, a very sloppy fight with a submission)
Brendan Schaub vs. John Madsen
Brendan will Jab the crap out of him and then takedown with a sub.
James McSweeney vs. Matt Mitrione
James has a bit of work cut out for him but I see a 2rnd decision Mc Sweeney.
Marcus Jones vs. Darryl Schoonover
I would like to see either guy win but the UFC needs more BIGGER GUYS… Minus the titties.
Finals I hope is Jones vs Schaub…
by SHAMWOW on Nov 4, 2009 11:55 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
LOL, I never saw Mike Wessel mount Marcus anywhere in that fight!!!
by it'sT.O.baby!!! on Nov 5, 2009 12:12 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Roy Nelson said exactly what needed to be said! He basically told them he did not need to work hard to beat Kimbo. Why would he risk being hurt in a fight he could easily win when he had 2 more in a short period to win it. Damn, Kimbo has talked about his puching power, how he is going to knock everyone out, how he can not be beat a second time, etc, but Roy is Cocky.
by mswany on Nov 5, 2009 5:57 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
How can Kimbo come back? There would be no Houston fight if so. Like someone said earlier it would be hard to sell a fight for kimbo going 0-2.
Wes Sims would make the most sense just by experience. Kimbo still needs to grow a bit. I guess its up to Rashad or does Dana decide? Cant remember.
by elstiko on Nov 5, 2009 7:09 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
They can bring Kimbo back AND he can fight Houston, it just means if they do bring him back there’s no way he’s going to win, just hope he puts up a good fight.
by Tiller on Nov 5, 2009 7:40 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
How the hell would Wes Sims make the most since when he got pushed up against the fricken cage and put to sleep in under 2 mins of the first round.Pathetic.If somebody comes back i wana see some1 whos gona make things exciting and actually get in there to fight.This season was pound 4 pound the worst of them all so they really dont have nothn to lose bringn Kimbo back.
by The Legacy on Nov 5, 2009 7:54 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
ya i guess u are right dana likes kimbos passion to fight and has shown he wants to improve. I just hopes he beats Alexander because Houston has no gas in the tank.
by elstiko on Nov 5, 2009 8:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Am I only one that thought that if the marcus fight went to the ground team rampage should throw that spider on him so he could get up? lol
Anyway I hope Roy gets submitted not KO’d, bigger shot to the pride that way. Oh and can someone tell me how Darryl won his fight? I forgot.
by pbdb on Nov 5, 2009 8:13 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Submission…arm-triangle choke I do believe.
by TBlades on Nov 5, 2009 8:59 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
They have been teasing this Kimbo comeback for 5 weeks now. Give it up!! He is not coming back and if he does, we know he loses because he is fighting Houston or someone else in the finale show.
by doubled on Nov 5, 2009 10:21 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Big baby is a beast, he will be a threat to anyone he fights. He has good ground skills and is an absolute monster which makes him hard to handle, not to mention he seems like a pretty nice guy!
by Spyder on Nov 5, 2009 11:19 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Finally a decent episode, it only took 8 weeks lol. Seeing Jones squeal over a spider was too funny, was good to see him win his fight. I hope Nelson gets ktfo next week, can’t stand that guy. Seriously Roy, go do some crunches and stfu!
by Merlin on Nov 5, 2009 11:31 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
I cant believe this show still draws hardcore fans, or that hardcore fans admit to watching.
Laughable.
by El Mexicutioner, Formerly The Mexicutioner on Nov 5, 2009 12:21 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
What’s more laughable is people thinking Kimbo should return to
the tournament based on his marketability and not his overall skill.
How did he look better in his loss than every other fighter?
His opponent flawlessly executed a game plan(for which,by the way,he’s been severely criticized.)
I felt Wes Shivers,minus the cardio,looked more impressive in his loss.
Overall,as it stands,i think the finals will be any combination of marcus Jones,Brendan Schaub&Roy Nelson.Will see though.
by dystelexicone on Nov 5, 2009 2:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
It’s really not a question of “should” but, rather, “will” return. If Dana was smart about marketing, which we know he is, he would bring back Kimbo the first chance he gets. Didn’t Kimbo’s only fighting appearance bring in 6 million viewers? Another 3 to 6 million viewers for another show won’t hurt. He did suck in his loss though. Still, Dana won that one by 6 million.
Whether he replaces Mitrone or not, we know Kimbo is fighting in the finale. So, chalk up a couple more million viewers than a normal TUF Finale show.
Frankly, I hope to see him again just to see if he was able to get any sort of skills from the Rampage “coaches.” He is definitely a character and we need more of those in MMA if we want it to flourish like other “real” sports. This is all Dana’s plan: To make MMA as big as Football.
by dab0neman on Nov 5, 2009 6:33 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Dude no bs…if your think Wes Sims who was previously 1 of the overall picks to win the entire seasons performance was better than Kimbos you must be smoking something exotic.Kimbo who was clearly the underdog in his bout against Nelson went in and lasted a lot longer than Sims who got tapped out snoring on national tv.Kimbo has alot more potential and talent then you guys give him credit for.
by The Legacy on Nov 5, 2009 8:10 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
One more thing before I go to work.
Is anyone else getting tired of this tit-for tat b/n rampage and Schoonaver?
I was just thinking if “Titties” rolled the dice and took a shot at Rampage,he’d probably be set to make more $$$ and have more notoriety than he would from just being on the show.
Any thoughts???
by dystelexicone on Nov 5, 2009 4:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
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