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Nick Diaz is a tool... Have you seen anything from the WEC show yet? I have been told Takeya Mizugaki vs Jeff Curran was awesome.

Cheers D_S.

Before or after the fight? The way he ran out afterwards was like he'd just remembered he'd left the immersion on and was desperate not to waste the hot water. Actually, just remembered BJ Penn doing the same thing years ago after KOing Caol Uno (I think) in 10 secs.

I can't make it to the forum, but would be grateful if someone their could raise these points. 1. What are the plans for the Lancaster Club itself, is it a listed building (built 1770)? 2. Has the land earmarked for the ground been assessed and deemed OK to build on, as I have been informed of problems with the site previously. The Lancaster Club Methane problems in Failsworth (Feb 09 article)

Just finished UFC 101 now. Not much on the undercard to get excited about, although they did air the pelim fight between George Roop and George Sotiropolous which is well worth checking out. Really disappointed with Forest Griffin, what a poor showing. One of the most laidback KOs ever. I did giggle at Anderson Silvas facials during the booing at the ring intos. It's a good job that I can only bet on results and not finishes! 3 for 3 means my Paddy Power account is a bit healthier today

Frankie "overrated" Boyle.

I've just listened to a Q&A conference call with Dana and Tito, from last Friday or Saturday. On the Fedor front, it is simply obvious that he or "his people" (his contractual status seems more complex than Tevez's was) do not want to fight in the UFC. Dana stated that the deal ws still open, and a "f***ing ass load" of money was on the table. How do you negotiate with these kind of people? BRF - I don't agree that Fedors best opponents lie outside the UFC. From your list I'd only really be interested in watching him fight Brett Rogers, who would give him a hell of a fight. Rogers vs. Arlovski It's enevitable that for the foreseeable future the UFC is where the money and the competition is. Fedor not signing speaks volumes to me. Read this article and ask yourself why anyone would want to co-promote with these idiots. Anyway, some predictions for Saturday night... BJ Penn to retain via submission in the 3rd. Silva to triangle Griffin in the 2nd. Almeida to KO Grove early.

Last time there was Fedor / UFC negotiations M-1 wanted UFC to guarantee fights for Aleksander (Fedors' brother) and other members of Russian Top Team. They also wanted to carry on promoting Fedor outside of the UFC, and so required a non exclusive deal. Your right about M-1 too. Why should the UFC, as successful (read "mainstream") as they have become, get involved with guys that may not be strictly on the level. I think this was the problem with promoting in Japan after the Pride deal too, as Dana pretty much said the Yakuza would need to be involved. It's a real shame about Affliction, there needs to be real competition in MMA promoting. The UFC may well be the pinnacle of the sport for years to come, but they cannot rely on The Ultimate Fighter to carry on creating new stars for them. It would be far better for the sport on the whole if there were several Strikeforce / Affliction type companies promoting. It would not only give the UFC a continuing crop of fresh faces who were also experienced fighters*, but would give guys who UFC let go somewhere to fight as well. * How serious can people take a "World Heavyweight Champion" who has only had 4 fights in his career?

More on the Fedor deal

TRON Legacy viral marketing campaign. I've just stumbled upon this over on another board...

UFC: ESPN confirms coverage on UK TV UFC: more details on the UK TV deal with ESPN Now then, get a WEC deal too and I will happily hand over £9 a month.

Just discovered this thread, and the lesson learnt is "Do not restrict your OWTB usage to lurking in the Terraces and the Taproom". There is a UFC press conference scheduled for Friday... Hmmmmmmmm (strokes chin whilst thinking about Tito Ortiz's massive head). On the UFC MEN show front (I believe this to be just a matter of time before the official announcement is made for Nov. 14th), anyone planning on going may want to forget about lining Mr. Ticketmasters pockets and aim to buy one on the day. We were away at Crewe on the day of the last show, and I went straight to the MEN afterwards, sans ticket to try my luck. Ended up missing the first two prelims, but got a £150 seat for £30. However, I still went home miserable after witnessing an Andre Arlovski 3 round snoozefest and then watching Cro Crop (one of my MMA idols) get KO'd. Watching Bisping take a whupping from the Axe Murderer would more than make up for that.....

This is quite true. The Illuminati wouldn't be seen dead in one of those small Italian efforts.

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Indeed, thouroughly enjoyed Lyoto Machida beating Rashad Evans for the UFC Light Heavywieght title and then declaring that "Machida Karate has arrived!". Machida Karate to be the new Gracie Jujitsu?

Ah, Kimbo Slice. Just in case anyone missed the bit where he was proved to be the joke most MMA fans thought he was... Kimbo Slice Vs. Seth Petruzelli - EliteXC: HEAT Kimbo is currently a contestant on Ultimate Fighter 10, rumour has it he has already been KTFO twice.

Download, as always, and maybe a day ticket for the Sunday at Sonisphere (Metallica & NIN).

This is how rumours start.

I'd love Holloway - purely for his interviews and press conferences. What we could lose in gate reciepts we would gain in Latics World subs. Seriously though, the guy at Tranmere has done really well on a limited budget...

Adolf?

I should really be working right now, but the internet is such a wonderful thing. Turn Your Name into a Face

At first you will wonder what all the fuss is about, miss dialogue due to accent and slang problems, struggle to see where the story is going and want to give up. STICK WITH IT - after 5 / 6 episodes of season 1 you will be hooked. Not something you can dip in and out of, probably best if you can watch 2 -3 episodes back to back - what series link was made for.