UFC 139: Martin Kampmann is here to 'whoop somebody’s ass and make a statement'
by Jesse Holland on Oct 11, 2011 1:20 PM EDT
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And that "somebody" would be Ricky Story, who faces the former middleweight at the upcoming UFC 139 pay-per-view on Nov. 19 in San Jose, California.
Kampmann (17-5) is coming off a "Nightmare" decision at UFC on Versus 3 to division wildman Diego Sanchez. His unanimous decision loss to "The Dream" was his second straight defeat -- and the second that could have very easily been scored in his favor.
Prior to his loss to Sanchez, "The Hitman" was edged out by former Strikeforce Middleweight Champion Jake Shields, who wasn't "great" in his Octagon debut but still managed to overcome the Dane.
According to Kampmann (via Buddha Sport), the days of going to the judges' scorecards are over:
"I think Rick Story is a real tough opponent. He comes forward and he's a great wrestler but he can punch too so I think it will be a war. His wrestling is definitely the strongest part of his game but I'm prepared for that. I'm not going to let him take me down. If he does get me to the ground, I will pop right back up and punish him. No wrestler is ever going to hold me down. I am sick of letting these fights go to the judge's decision, especially the way the decisions have been going in my last two fights. I beat Diego up pretty badly and he has got the scars to prove it. I won that fight. I'm not looking to go the distance ever again. I plan on going in and finishing Rick Story. I'm here to whoop somebody's ass and make a statement."
Also falling on hard times is Story, who is probably eager to erase the "Horror" of his unanimous decision loss to Charlie Brenneman at UFC on Versus 4 back in June.
Story (13-4), who was expected to headline opposite the hormonally-challenged Nate Marquardt, was instead upset by the late-replacement "Spaniard" and sent back to the middle of the pack.
A loss here, for either man, will likely eliminate them from title contention for the foreseeable future.
UFC 139 is expected to be headlined by the return of Dan Henderson, as he goes head-to-head with former PRIDE brawler Mauricio Rua in the night's main event.
Also set for the "Silicon Valley" fight card is a middleweight mash-up between San Shou striker Cung Le, making his Octagon debut against Brazilian smashing machine Wanderlei Silva.
For more on UFC 139: "Henderson vs. Rua" click here.
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He'll lose another split
He loves them so much
Fav fighters - Machida, Faber, Koch, Hominick, Pettis, Hardy, Cerrone and killer Cain
by Kalejohncox on Oct 11, 2011 1:28 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Can't blame him for thinking that way
He’s lost a couple decisions lately that could have easily gone his way.
that SHOULD have gone his way
and because of ths i don’t know which way to bet on this one. breneman handing tory makes me lean towards kampmann but i dunno
circa regna tonat
by sir.tickleberry on Oct 11, 2011 2:00 PM EDT up reply actions
+1
Both SHOULD have gone his way.
"The standard is the standard" - Mike Tomlin
by MDSTEELERSFAN on Oct 11, 2011 2:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Shields fight is debatable, Diego outcome was a travesty of judging.
by Snake_Pliskan on Oct 11, 2011 4:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Agreed. Shields won on positional control and what not, Kampmann on damage, boring uneventful fight.
Diego was a travesty for real.
Agreed on position, but he didn't do anything with it while he had it
That is where half points could be big, Kampmann was doing lots of damage when his hands were free, otherwise shields was just tying him up, I think he took that one as well.
The Sanchez fight – I think the judges gave him credit for foaming at the mouth or looking scary or something, Kampmann whooped that boy.
"My mentality is singular in that I want to be world champs each and every year, so that's what we work toward. I have a tough time acknowledging levels of success short of that. That's just how I'm wired." - Mike Tomlin
by MDSTEELERSFAN on Oct 11, 2011 5:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Bring it Kampmann!
Story is no slouch though, Not sure this is the fight where he turns it around.
"The standard is the standard" - Mike Tomlin
Not sure which way this will go
If Kampmann let’s his hands go, win for him. Still not sure about Story after his last fight. I think it was just a fluke, but you never know.
I have officially seen the light, which Melvin Guillard has not seen due to all the Cocaine abuse which has clouded his ego over the years, Now I know that Lance Storm is definitely one of the smartest man to ever grace this website.
I'd like to see Kampmann go on a tear.
He’s a hell of a fighter, and in a lot of his fights he loses simply because of the game plan. With his skill set he could really go far if he learns to wing it if the game plan is the reason the fight isn’t going his way.
Remember, nothing is out of reach. Develop a plan, work the process, and achieve your goals. Begin, now!
He definitely has the skill set
maybe needs a new coach? with his skill set there are only a couple that should be able to compete with him.
"My mentality is singular in that I want to be world champs each and every year, so that's what we work toward. I have a tough time acknowledging levels of success short of that. That's just how I'm wired." - Mike Tomlin
by MDSTEELERSFAN on Oct 11, 2011 5:32 PM EDT up reply actions
he was robbed in his fight with Sanchez
just because your moving forward does not mean your winning the fight!
i think they try reward the thats tryna end the fight
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by infinite on Oct 11, 2011 2:19 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
He beat Shields AND Sanchez
Judges got those wrong, no doubt about it. Kampmann’s fault for not finishing those two guys, but you should be able to trust a judge to make the right decision when it’s so clear who won.
I pick guys with tramp stamps over experienced champions because that’s just how I roll. However, I have seen the errors of my ways and I have now learned to not underestimate the beast that is the great Frankie "The Answer" Edgar who has overcame every adversity he has faced. Frankie solidified his status as a true champion as he tooled my false idol in Gray "can’t finish a guy" Maynard and sent him back to the fight team "I just got knocked the f’ out" aka "Xtreme Couture" along with Vitor Belfort, Randy Couture and Forrest Griffin. I will now start to train UFC so that I can fight like the best Lightweight, Frankie Edgar.
My thoughts exactly!
He will beat Story. Story got pumped up from one win.. I never really thought he was all that great. Charlie exposed him imo… I see Kampmann winning via tko stoppage
enzo
by enzo-enormous on Oct 11, 2011 2:19 PM EDT up reply actions
reply fail
Story is very similar to Diego IMO
Keeps going forward swinging wildly until they clinch or are up against the octagon, then try and get the fight on the ground for some good ole GNP. Kamp has great TDD and will punish him as he walks into punches like Diego did. Kamp’s striking technique is crisp and he is great at countering, so look for Story to eat a lot of punches.
I pick guys with tramp stamps over experienced champions because that’s just how I roll. However, I have seen the errors of my ways and I have now learned to not underestimate the beast that is the great Frankie "The Answer" Edgar who has overcame every adversity he has faced. Frankie solidified his status as a true champion as he tooled my false idol in Gray "can’t finish a guy" Maynard and sent him back to the fight team "I just got knocked the f’ out" aka "Xtreme Couture" along with Vitor Belfort, Randy Couture and Forrest Griffin. I will now start to train UFC so that I can fight like the best Lightweight, Frankie Edgar.
For sure!
Most ppl cant take punishment like Diego tho… so I expect to see Story eat the canvas
enzo
by enzo-enormous on Oct 11, 2011 2:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Good point
Diego is one tough SOB, Story i’m not sold on.
I pick guys with tramp stamps over experienced champions because that’s just how I roll. However, I have seen the errors of my ways and I have now learned to not underestimate the beast that is the great Frankie "The Answer" Edgar who has overcame every adversity he has faced. Frankie solidified his status as a true champion as he tooled my false idol in Gray "can’t finish a guy" Maynard and sent him back to the fight team "I just got knocked the f’ out" aka "Xtreme Couture" along with Vitor Belfort, Randy Couture and Forrest Griffin. I will now start to train UFC so that I can fight like the best Lightweight, Frankie Edgar.
Diego did wobble Kampmann a couple times though
I think Story is a stronger puncher than Sanchez – that part makes it a hard call for me. I think Kampmann has all the tools to win, but punchers always have a punchers chance no matter what.
"My mentality is singular in that I want to be world champs each and every year, so that's what we work toward. I have a tough time acknowledging levels of success short of that. That's just how I'm wired." - Mike Tomlin
by MDSTEELERSFAN on Oct 11, 2011 5:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Story is very similar to Diego IMO
Keeps going forward swinging wildly until they clinch or are up against the octagon, then try and get the fight on the ground for some good ole GNP. Kamp has great TDD and will punish him as he walks into punches like Diego did. Kamp’s striking technique is crisp and he is great at countering, so look for Story to eat a lot of punches.
I pick guys with tramp stamps over experienced champions because that’s just how I roll. However, I have seen the errors of my ways and I have now learned to not underestimate the beast that is the great Frankie "The Answer" Edgar who has overcame every adversity he has faced. Frankie solidified his status as a true champion as he tooled my false idol in Gray "can’t finish a guy" Maynard and sent him back to the fight team "I just got knocked the f’ out" aka "Xtreme Couture" along with Vitor Belfort, Randy Couture and Forrest Griffin. I will now start to train UFC so that I can fight like the best Lightweight, Frankie Edgar.
i pretty much agree with that.
Im looking forward to see how story is in this fight. Should be a good one.
It'll be exciting for sure
This fight is Kampmann’s to lose, but i think he’s had enough of the judges handy work that he’ll try and finish early. If Story does well in this fight i’ll be surprised, and i’ll be a believer afterwards.
I pick guys with tramp stamps over experienced champions because that’s just how I roll. However, I have seen the errors of my ways and I have now learned to not underestimate the beast that is the great Frankie "The Answer" Edgar who has overcame every adversity he has faced. Frankie solidified his status as a true champion as he tooled my false idol in Gray "can’t finish a guy" Maynard and sent him back to the fight team "I just got knocked the f’ out" aka "Xtreme Couture" along with Vitor Belfort, Randy Couture and Forrest Griffin. I will now start to train UFC so that I can fight like the best Lightweight, Frankie Edgar.
Good post
That is exactly how I feel about it too.
enzo
by enzo-enormous on Oct 11, 2011 2:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Thanks Enzo
I’ll be looking forward to this one and hopefully we’re both right, i’d like to see Kamp get his revenge and fight for the belt some day soon.
I pick guys with tramp stamps over experienced champions because that’s just how I roll. However, I have seen the errors of my ways and I have now learned to not underestimate the beast that is the great Frankie "The Answer" Edgar who has overcame every adversity he has faced. Frankie solidified his status as a true champion as he tooled my false idol in Gray "can’t finish a guy" Maynard and sent him back to the fight team "I just got knocked the f’ out" aka "Xtreme Couture" along with Vitor Belfort, Randy Couture and Forrest Griffin. I will now start to train UFC so that I can fight like the best Lightweight, Frankie Edgar.
Same here bro
Ive always been a fan of the Dane
enzo
by enzo-enormous on Oct 11, 2011 7:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah yeh yeah whatever dude
I really cant stand this guy, always complains about his losses. Im sorry but if you dont ress the action in the last two rounds dont expect to win
by ItalianStallion54 on Oct 11, 2011 2:54 PM EDT reply actions
The Dane is the Man. He has a sick skill set , and he is an absolute joy to watch. I really like this guy, he needs to just bring it and get angry and try to finish guys and it seems that is coming true which is all great.
by p123 on Oct 11, 2011 3:10 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Kampmann is the more technical striker
If he really can develop a killer instinct, and not try to rely on his jab, he will be very tough to beat at 170.
He whupped Deigo the chump Sanchez' ass
hopefully he gets a W because he got robbed so badly.
I am willing to test myself against the toughest fighters in the world, in front of hundreds of thousands or even millions of fans, over and over again. Sometimes I win, sometimes I lose, but I always come to fight. I've been doing this for the past fourteen years, and I have at least a few more strong years left in me. What have you done in the past fourteen years other than act like a moron on this forum and hang on Anderson's nuts? - Dan Henderson.
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