🥊 The UFC Info and Prediction Thread

[owengtam09]

I also thought giving an opportunity to some fighters rather than giving another fight  to the former champ,

I agree that giving Izzy a title shot would be giving him a little short-cut route. But then, we cannot really expect DDP, after coming all that hard road to the title, to be happy to fight e.g. Brendan Allen, who might be good, but hardly anyone has heard about him. He, and the UFC, want the same thing - big money fights, that's where the real reward for being the champion is.
We shouldn't be dismissing Izzy either. He had a poor fight, but he's still number 2 in the rank, and was a dominant champion for a long time, so he's pretty deserving to get that fight.

Strickland said he was headbutted by Strickland or their head clash, actually, I did see the Head Clash but it also looks clean and not a headbutt so it is up to officials

Strickland posted a video of it. It was completely accidental and not intentional. Unfortunate but not controversial.
https://twitter.com/SStricklandMMA/status/1749527821314306062

I agree with you that Israel Adesanya because he lost to Sean Strickland needs to gain his way to the top again for sure and give a chance to Robert Whittaker or Jared Cannonier for me that will be a very outstanding fight if he wants to rest he can surely do but for sure his fans will go tired of him for not seeing him fight this is what happens if fans can not see their favorite fighter inside the octagon they do nuts and search for potential candidate to be champion, and looks like they have seen it with Dricus Du Plessis so for sure Israel Adesanya needs to get back up from bottom again, which will be harder for him this time because he is also an aging fighter now,

^ Yes, it will be easy for the fighters to follow simple rules. Because in the heat of the moment, it is very easy to actually do something that you are not supposed to. So I also think that the rules like 90-degree elbow or shit like that should actually not exist. Either he can throw and connect elbow or he can't. There should not be any in-between. But we don't make the rules so the fighters will have to actually follow the rules. The sad part is we have seen a lot of fighters lose the belt because of these rules. And many of the times if not all, they were unintentional.

That's why apart from practicing fighting skills, UFC fighters also need to know several rules set by the UFC to avoid violations and point deductions. Each promoter has slightly different rules. Yes, as said, in the PFL all elbow attacks are illegal and that will make Muaythai fighters a little difficult because elbows are one of their main weapons. In the UFC, attacking with the feet while both fighters' knees are on the canvas is a violation and I found out about that rule during Aljo vs Yan which caused Yan to lose his belt.

Absolutely, understanding the rules in the UFC is crucial for fighters to avoid violations and potential point deductions. It's intriguing to note the variations in rules across different promotions, like the PFL's prohibition of elbow attacks, which could pose challenges for Muay Thai practitioners accustomed to utilizing elbows as a key weapon.

And that Aljo vs Yan bout, where an infraction involving foot attacks while both fighters' knees were on the canvas had significant consequences. Such incidents highlight the importance of not only mastering fighting skills but also being well-versed in the specific regulations of the promotion. It adds an extra layer of strategy and consideration for fighters, making their preparation not only about physical prowess but also about a comprehensive understanding of the rule set they operate within.

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[CryptoBuds]

That's why apart from practicing fighting skills, UFC fighters also need to know several rules set by the UFC to avoid violations and point deductions. Each promoter has slightly different rules. Yes, as said, in the PFL all elbow attacks are illegal and that will make Muaythai fighters a little difficult because elbows are one of their main weapons. In the UFC, attacking with the feet while both fighters' knees are on the canvas is a violation and I found out about that rule during Aljo vs Yan which caused Yan to lose his belt.

Absolutely, understanding the rules in the UFC is crucial for fighters to avoid violations and potential point deductions. It's intriguing to note the variations in rules across different promotions, like the PFL's prohibition of elbow attacks, which could pose challenges for Muay Thai practitioners accustomed to utilizing elbows as a key weapon.

And that Aljo vs Yan bout, where an infraction involving foot attacks while both fighters' knees were on the canvas had significant consequences. Such incidents highlight the importance of not only mastering fighting skills but also being well-versed in the specific regulations of the promotion. It adds an extra layer of strategy and consideration for fighters, making their preparation not only about physical prowess but also about a comprehensive understanding of the rule set they operate within.

^ I understand why there have to be a lot of rules in fighting. Because if there are something that could go wrong, one person might actually end up dying. That is definitely not something that we want. But at the same time, I also think that having a rule like not throwing an elbow on a 90° or something is stupid. Either he can throw the elbow or he cannot. The fighters generally do a very good job of maintaining the rules and regulations. But sometimes they can also make mistakes.

Anyway, I think the rules are there for a reason. And I am of course not an expert on this. So the rules must be there for a reason. But some of them do look very stupid..

[pawel7777]

Word on the street is that UFC 300 will feature a fight between Chandler and McGregor. It is also rumored that they will be fighting in a new weight class at 165 lbs while the 170 lb weight class is being removed and replaced with 165 & 175 lb weight classes. Seems like the UFC wants to make more champions.

I'm guessing all those rumours stemmed from McGregor's tweet:

https://twitter.com/TheNotoriousMMA/status/1751103834401730884
"McGregor on 300 seals the deal."

With Chandler responding with:
https://twitter.com/MikeChandlerMMA/status/1751136622098485759
"I accept 🤝 See you soon @TheNotoriousMMA #ufc300"

To me, this is nothing more than teasing, aimed at keeping the interest in the fight alive.
I don't see the UFC going for that though. They won't be throwing everything they got into that one event and it's probably not enough time to build enough hype.

[Hirose UK]

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It's undeniable that Jon Jones faced various challenges, even with his championship belt. Dana White, as the UFC president, has a crucial role in decision-making, steering the organization toward continued popularity. Managing both individual fighters' concerns and overall fan sentiments is undoubtedly a complex task. Money has been a recurring issue, with fighters like Francis Ngannou expressing dissatisfaction. Despite financial hurdles, some fighters prioritize their careers and title pursuits over monetary gains, underscoring the paramount importance of achieving success in every weight class they compete in, for me personally I think fighters should focus on winning every time they fight and because the money comes next.

And so far Jon Jones is fighter that Dana really cares about, he knows that Jones is able to create hype in every fight and he knows that Jones is very valuable asset for the UFC so that why Jones still has the championship belt even though he is injured and had to postpone the fight.
Moreover, the belt that was being fought over while Jones was injured was temporary belt and of course when he recovers there will be fight to defend and fight for the real belt.
Dana will never let fighter like Jones experience disappointment that ends with the decision to withdraw from the UFC and Dana will definitely defend Jones as Jones should, who has given him lot of money.

But indeed, fighter like Francis Ngannou is typical fighter who fights for the title and every win to get bigger share of the money.
In fact, his contract with the UFC also provides him with lot of money, plus for every fight he also gets quite lot of results, and seeing what Ngannou is asking for really makes Dana feel reluctant to make it happen.

So far, I actually quite amazed by several fighters from the Middle East that perhaps they have succeeded in creating an era where they can become challengers and title holders in their class.
Even though they often do controversial things, everything is balanced with satisfying career achievements.

[TopTort777]

Light Heavyweight Division - Alex Pereira is the Champion, for sure he will need a title defense, and if he said that he will have a back-to-back title defense this year that will be Jamahal Jill and Magomed Ankalaev I don't know how the UFC can do it but for me, I think that Magomed Ankalaev could win this year and be champion in my opinion,

Btw, Alex Pereira is a double champ, he was middleweight and now is a light heavyweight champion. He is one out of eight fighters who got 2 belts. McGregor, JSP, Bones, Cormier, Cejudo, Penn, Couture. However, for me he is an artificial champ. He did not have any good wrestler in his entire MMA career. Starting from middleweight, matchmakers made his path avoiding all bjj and wrestler till Adesanya. Now in LH, injured Jiri gave him good fight. Old and beaten Blachowicz. Now who, Hill gonna test him? If he will face Hill, he will win, if it is Ankalaev, then we will get a new champ. Pereira wont last long in UFC. 36 already, lots of injuries from kickboxing. I dont believe he will dominate for long.

I'm guessing all those rumours stemmed from McGregor's tweet:

https://twitter.com/TheNotoriousMMA/status/1751103834401730884
"McGregor on 300 seals the deal."

Imagine if the card really would be like that I really laughed when I saw Belal Muhammad. I just wish he would never become a champion. Even though he is ranked 2 welterweight, he is one of the most boring fighters. 17/23 wins are decisions. Even in small and local promotions he managed to UD fights, when fights there usually over either in fighter round KO, or by submission.

[Synchronice]

Word on the street is that UFC 300 will feature a fight between Chandler and McGregor. It is also rumored that they will be fighting in a new weight class at 165 lbs while the 170 lb weight class is being removed and replaced with 165 & 175 lb weight classes. Seems like the UFC wants to make more champions.

I'm guessing all those rumours stemmed from McGregor's tweet:

https://twitter.com/TheNotoriousMMA/status/1751103834401730884
"McGregor on 300 seals the deal."

With Chandler responding with:
https://twitter.com/MikeChandlerMMA/status/1751136622098485759
"I accept 🤝 See you soon @TheNotoriousMMA #ufc300"

To me, this is nothing more than teasing, aimed at keeping the interest in the fight alive.
I don't see the UFC going for that though. They won't be throwing everything they got into that one event and it's probably not enough time to build enough hype.

They have been talking about this fight for such a long time that it's ridiculous. I was thinking that Conor was just lazy, had drug problems, etc and that was the reason why we were unable to see the fight but right now, I think that this was just a part of plan because now I feel very hyped to see their fight and I think many feel the same. I just hope that this fight won't end up within seconds and we will see sidekicks, punches in the face and more action from both sides for more than two rounds.

And so far Jon Jones is fighter that Dana really cares about, he knows that Jones is able to create hype in every fight and he knows that Jones is very valuable asset for the UFC so that why Jones still has the championship belt even though he is injured and had to postpone the fight.
Moreover, the belt that was being fought over while Jones was injured was temporary belt and of course when he recovers there will be fight to defend and fight for the real belt.

Jon Jones is one of the best, if not the best UFC fighter. His fights generate money and attract attention of many people. He is te fighter that everyone believes he wins the fight but at the same time everyone wants to see him beaten. That's why Jon Jones is a double win in any way. If he loses, another fighter that beats him will automatically attract attention and will become a very valuable asset for UFC.

[tokeweed]

Light Heavyweight Division - Alex Pereira is the Champion, for sure he will need a title defense, and if he said that he will have a back-to-back title defense this year that will be Jamahal Jill and Magomed Ankalaev I don't know how the UFC can do it but for me, I think that Magomed Ankalaev could win this year and be champion in my opinion,

Btw, Alex Pereira is a double champ, he was middleweight and now is a light heavyweight champion. He is one out of eight fighters who got 2 belts. McGregor, JSP, Bones, Cormier, Cejudo, Penn, Couture. However, for me he is an artificial champ. He did not have any good wrestler in his entire MMA career. Starting from middleweight, matchmakers made his path avoiding all bjj and wrestler till Adesanya. Now in LH, injured Jiri gave him good fight. Old and beaten Blachowicz. Now who, Hill gonna test him? If he will face Hill, he will win, if it is Ankalaev, then we will get a new champ. Pereira wont last long in UFC. 36 already, lots of injuries from kickboxing. I dont believe he will dominate for long.

I'm guessing all those rumours stemmed from McGregor's tweet:

https://twitter.com/TheNotoriousMMA/status/1751103834401730884
"McGregor on 300 seals the deal."

Imagine if the card really would be like that I really laughed when I saw Belal Muhammad. I just wish he would never become a champion. Even though he is ranked 2 welterweight, he is one of the most boring fighters. 17/23 wins are decisions. Even in small and local promotions he managed to UD fights, when fights there usually over either in fighter round KO, or by submission.

The rumored main event is Leon Edwards vs Belal Muhammad and just as a fan, I don't really mind it actually...  Barring that it's UFC 300 aside.  Muhammad deserves his shot after beating Luque, Brady and Burns.  All solid fighters.  I think he might even win vs Edwards.  Dunno...  But he's an underrated fighter for sure.  I hope he's the underdog.  

Anyway here are more replays of the fighters getting in the cage this weekend.  

UFC Free Fight:  Araujo vs Maia
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cz4y6oW70CE

UFC Free Fight:  Silva vs Leonardo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhyng21ChRw

Oh and check out the first page of the thread.  Gonna make it more presentable if I'm bored.  Lol.

[bittraffic]

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So many rumors going around about the main event in UFC 300. Ronda Rousey was said to have been offered $15M by Dana and so is Brock Lesnar. The super fight that Dana has been announcing yet no names have been said yet. All been rumors.

This is UFC 300 that they are planning, it should be the most awaited fight. If Dana scheduled someone who isn't someone fans expect, even if the whole APEX is on the red carpet, it will be a flop.

[pawel7777]

Jon Jones is one of the best, if not the best UFC fighter. His fights generate money and attract attention of many people. He is te fighter that everyone believes he wins the fight but at the same time everyone wants to see him beaten. That's why Jon Jones is a double win in any way. If he loses, another fighter that beats him will automatically attract attention and will become a very valuable asset for UFC.

I agree on Jon Jones being the best pound-for-pound fighter of all time, even though I'm not his biggest fan. The only problem I have with him is that he's not very active. Dana hinted a few times that trying to get him to sign any contract is a nightmare.
As for the superstar factor, it's not as simple as beating Jones = taking over his fame and hype. To get to that status, one needs to go through many exciting fights and defeat few high=profile opponents. Currently it's hard to do as the heavyweight is one of the most boring weight classes. Apart from Jones, Aspinall and still Stipe, there's no one interesting there. Pavlovich seemed like a dark horse, but after getting KOed by Tom, the hype is gone.

Ronda Rousey was said to have been offered $15M by Dana and so is Brock Lesnar.

[owengtam09]

^ I understand why there have to be a lot of rules in fighting. Because if there are something that could go wrong, one person might actually end up dying. That is definitely not something that we want. But at the same time, I also think that having a rule like not throwing an elbow on a 90° or something is stupid. Either he can throw the elbow or he cannot. The fighters generally do a very good job of maintaining the rules and regulations. But sometimes they can also make mistakes.

Anyway, I think the rules are there for a reason. And I am of course not an expert on this. So the rules must be there for a reason. But some of them do look very stupid..

It's a valid point about the necessity of rules in fighting, especially considering the potential risks involved. Safety is paramount, and avoiding severe injuries or fatalities is crucial. However, I get your perspective on some rules seeming overly specific, like the angle for throwing an elbow. It can come across as nitpicky, and the fighters usually demonstrate good adherence to the rules. Mistakes can happen, but overall, the rules serve a purpose, even if some may seem a bit puzzling. It's a fine balance between safety and allowing the fighters the freedom to showcase their skills without unnecessary constraints surely you had a fair point and I understand what you are saying,

Imagine if the card really would be like that I really laughed when I saw Belal Muhammad. I just wish he would never become a champion. Even though he is ranked 2 welterweight, he is one of the most boring fighters. 17/23 wins are decisions. Even in small and local promotions he managed to UD fights, when fights there usually over either in fighter round KO, or by submission.

I was laughing looking at Belal Muhammad what in the world is he doing fighting in the women's division it might be a 2 1 fight, but anyway he really was a boring fighter and that was it I never thought that I would seeing him with Khabib Nurmagomedov's camp and training for sure Leon Edwards had poke Belal Muhammad good for him to trained this seriously bad because training with Khabib Nurmagomedov's camp is really brutal as suggested by the people in there and even Belal Muhammad also agreed, but for sure I also don't want to see him as champion,

[YuginKadoya]

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And so far Jon Jones is fighter that Dana really cares about, he knows that Jones is able to create hype in every fight and he knows that Jones is very valuable asset for the UFC so that why Jones still has the championship belt even though he is injured and had to postpone the fight.
Moreover, the belt that was being fought over while Jones was injured was temporary belt and of course when he recovers there will be fight to defend and fight for the real belt.
Dana will never let fighter like Jones experience disappointment that ends with the decision to withdraw from the UFC and Dana will definitely defend Jones as Jones should, who has given him lot of money.

But indeed, fighter like Francis Ngannou is typical fighter who fights for the title and every win to get bigger share of the money.
In fact, his contract with the UFC also provides him with lot of money, plus for every fight he also gets quite lot of results, and seeing what Ngannou is asking for really makes Dana feel reluctant to make it happen.

So far, I actually quite amazed by several fighters from the Middle East that perhaps they have succeeded in creating an era where they can become challengers and title holders in their class.
Even though they often do controversial things, everything is balanced with satisfying career achievements.

Jones undeniably brings the hype, and Dana recognizes his value to the UFC. Keeping the championship belt during his injury shows the trust Dana places in him. It's clear Dana won't let a fighter like Jones face disappointment, given the money he's brought in. On the other hand, fighters like Ngannou, though financially compensated, create negotiation challenges. The emergence of Middle East fighters is impressive, balancing controversy with successful careers. Exciting times in the UFC for sure if Dana White would think this thoroughly a collaboration with the Middle East to fund the UFC would be a great deal, but that is if they could get along well,

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Btw, Alex Pereira is a double champ, he was middleweight and now is a light heavyweight champion. He is one out of eight fighters who got 2 belts. McGregor, JSP, Bones, Cormier, Cejudo, Penn, Couture. However, for me he is an artificial champ. He did not have any good wrestler in his entire MMA career. Starting from middleweight, matchmakers made his path avoiding all bjj and wrestler till Adesanya. Now in LH, injured Jiri gave him good fight. Old and beaten Blachowicz. Now who, Hill gonna test him? If he will face Hill, he will win, if it is Ankalaev, then we will get a new champ. Pereira wont last long in UFC. 36 already, lots of injuries from kickboxing. I dont believe he will dominate for long.

Alex Pereira's double champ achievement is impressive, joining a select group, but he lost the Middleweight Belt in their rematch, I think seeing him getting back to the Middleweight to get the belt back would be awesome for sure he is not tested yet with wrestlers of Khabib Nurmagomedov level and for sure Magomed Ankalaev will be a great test for him and just like you I am also seeing a new champ in the Light Heavyweight for sure, but Jamal Hill will not going to last long in the stand-up if he would face Alex Pereira.

[pawel7777]

Alex Pereira's double champ achievement is impressive, joining a select group, but he lost the Middleweight Belt in their rematch, I think seeing him getting back to the Middleweight to get the belt back would be awesome for sure he is not tested yet with wrestlers of Khabib Nurmagomedov level and for sure Magomed Ankalaev will be a great test for him and just like you I am also seeing a new champ in the Light Heavyweight for sure, but Jamal Hill will not going to last long in the stand-up if he would face Alex Pereira.

Pereira has actually fought fighters with decent ground game, be it Strickland, with a solid wrestling background, or Blachowicz, a jiu-jitsu black belt. It's just they didn't capitalise on their ground game advantage. Strickland got knocked out and Blachowicz only managed to get 3 takedowns which led to nothing.
So it's hard to say if Pereira has been tested or not. There are no wrestlers of Khabib's calibre in the light heavyweight. Ankalaev is also a wrestler, but he's not anywhere near Khabib's level. Still, he's good enough to take Pereira to the ground and drown him there, that's why I expect the UFC will prefer to move Pereira down to the middleweight than to get him to fight Ankalaev.

[notblox1]

So it's hard to say if Pereira has been tested or not. There are no wrestlers of Khabib's calibre in the light heavyweight. Ankalaev is also a wrestler, but he's not anywhere near Khabib's level. Still, he's good enough to take Pereira to the ground and drown him there, that's why I expect the UFC will prefer to move Pereira down to the middleweight than to get him to fight Ankalaev.

Pereira has been tested enough in stand up and I think he is one of the best fighters in that area, but he needs more time to improve on ground.
Light Heavy weight is best UFC division for me at the moment, but I love to watch all heavyweight fights in MMA and boxing.
Prochazka, Rakic and Błachowicz are all-around good fighters both on ground and in stand up, and they are soon coming back from their injuries.
Expect the unexpected in this division

Stranger thing for me is Kayla Harrison signing up for UFC but in bantamweight division! Is Dana White trying to kill her with weight cutting!? 

[TopTort777]

Alex Pereira's double champ achievement is impressive, joining a select group, but he lost the Middleweight Belt in their rematch, I think seeing him getting back to the Middleweight to get the belt back would be awesome for sure he is not tested yet with wrestlers of Khabib Nurmagomedov level and for sure Magomed Ankalaev will be a great test for him and just like you I am also seeing a new champ in the Light Heavyweight for sure, but Jamal Hill will not going to last long in the stand-up if he would face Alex Pereira.

Impressive, yet he has got everything in easy mode. Otherwise how to explain why kickboxer got only strikers and old school on his path to double belts? UFC matchmakers carried him carefully through all high level wrestlers or bjj guy to Adesanya. Was there in UFC history a guy whos way to title belt was so easy and quick? And he wasnt UFC main milking cow? Once I even have a theory, that he was signed only because Adesanya was bored in middleweight. They had a story already. Otherwise why would UFC need another old kickboxer in their roster ? 

[tokeweed]

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So many rumors going around about the main event in UFC 300. Ronda Rousey was said to have been offered $15M by Dana and so is Brock Lesnar. The super fight that Dana has been announcing yet no names have been said yet. All been rumors.

This is UFC 300 that they are planning, it should be the most awaited fight. If Dana scheduled someone who isn't someone fans expect, even if the whole APEX is on the red carpet, it will be a flop.

Uh...  McGregor, Rousey, Lesnar...  Who would wanna watch has beens like them?  The people who follow the UFC have gotten a lot smarter.  I honestly wouldn't mind Edwards vs Muhammad.  But that's just me.  The UFC needs to sell the event as it's a good number, 300 should be something special.  It should be Jones vs Aspinall imho, if it's possible.

Anywway here's what everybody itt is waiting for.  It has become like a tradition for the thread...  jeremypwr's Multi Master.  GL!

UFC Fight Night 235:  Multi Master Challenge
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5483413.0

And here's another replay of Dolidze going against Hermansson.

UFC Free Fight:  Dolidze vs Hermansson
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ld1jmIywBfU

[TopTort777]

Edwards vs Muhammad as main event on UFC300. God no, please. I almost got heart attack right now. Watching 25min fighters being busy doing everything except making sharp moment.

Jus to think about, do you think Belal is able to change his status of one of most boring fighters or “Mr.a-always-decision” before retirement? He really need more impressive victories. Otherwise no matter how good he will be, UFC wont give him big names.

[Iranus]

Edwards vs Muhammad as main event on UFC300. God no, please. I almost got heart attack right now. Watching 25min fighters being busy doing everything except making sharp moment.

Jus to think about, do you think Belal is able to change his status of one of most boring fighters or “Mr.a-always-decision” before retirement? He really need more impressive victories. Otherwise no matter how good he will be, UFC wont give him big names.

That is a problem with a lot of good fighters, isn't it? They can really fight well. But they cannot make it interesting. And if they cannot make a fight interesting the UFC is also not going to be very keen on giving them chances. Because it does not matter how good a fighter is, if no one wants to see him fight, it is going to be a problem. Because an organization is always going to want money. And if they cannot generate money from a fighter, they are obviously not going to be interested in him. It is not a street fight or something like that where whoever wins gets the ultimate thing, respect. It is all about money in professional fighting.

[pawel7777]

Pereira has been tested enough in stand up and I think he is one of the best fighters in that area, but he needs more time to improve on ground.
Light Heavy weight is best UFC division for me at the moment, but I love to watch all heavyweight fights in MMA and boxing.
Prochazka, Rakic and Błachowicz are all-around good fighters both on ground and in stand up, and they are soon coming back from their injuries.
Expect the unexpected in this division

Alex won't be turning into a ground fighter, it's too late for him to adapt a completely new style, he'll stick to what he knows best and what has worked for him quite nicely. Obviously he is and will continue to train on his take down defence. And if he does that element well, don't expect to see him on the ground.
Light heavyweight is not bad, but to me, lightweight and middleweight are more interesting. Lightweight is packed with high-profile fighters and objectively generates more revenue than any other class.

[TopTort777]

Edwards vs Muhammad as main event on UFC300. God no, please. I almost got heart attack right now. Watching 25min fighters being busy doing everything except making sharp moment.

Jus to think about, do you think Belal is able to change his status of one of most boring fighters or “Mr.a-always-decision” before retirement? He really need more impressive victories. Otherwise no matter how good he will be, UFC wont give him big names.

That is a problem with a lot of good fighters, isn't it? They can really fight well. But they cannot make it interesting. And if they cannot make a fight interesting the UFC is also not going to be very keen on giving them chances. Because it does not matter how good a fighter is, if no one wants to see him fight, it is going to be a problem. Because an organization is always going to want money. And if they cannot generate money from a fighter, they are obviously not going to be interested in him. It is not a street fight or something like that where whoever wins gets the ultimate thing, respect. It is all about money in professional fighting.

There are two time of "not interesting" guys in UFC. First can not make a story, drama or whatever it needed to attract attention to fight and make ticket sale. But they can show a real war in octagon. They are not seller, not businessmen, they are just fighters. And there are those who talk a lot, get attention, but are average in the octagon. Belal Muhammad is the kind of guy who has got all bad from both categories Otherwise I cant explain why he is found as boring fighter and people make memes out of him. If it was just my vision and a couple of guys that is one thing. But there are many who think he is dull.

[tokeweed]

Edwards vs Muhammad as main event on UFC300. God no, please. I almost got heart attack right now. Watching 25min fighters being busy doing everything except making sharp moment.

Jus to think about, do you think Belal is able to change his status of one of most boring fighters or “Mr.a-always-decision” before retirement? He really need more impressive victories. Otherwise no matter how good he will be, UFC wont give him big names.

Yeah considering that it's '300', sure I would have to agree.  For that number, it should be a match up between the guys who are around the top of the pound for pound.  But I really don't mind a match up between Edwards and Muhammad.  And that's because I really think Muhammad could win and I feel like the bookies will make him like a 2 to 1 underdog.  That's a good bet.

If the UFC really makes that the main event for 300 then so be it.  I'll still watch all of the fights from bottom to top like I always do every fight day.

Upcoming vids...

UFC Fight Night:  Dolidze vs Imavov Media Day
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yxs94QU2_wU

UFC Fight Night:  Dolidze vs Imavov Official Weigh In
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tr4WMx9zaB4