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UFC The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is a U.S.-based mixed martial arts organization, recognized as the largest MMA promotion in the world. The UFC is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada and is owned and operated by Zuffa, LLC. This promotion is responsible for solidifying the sport's postion in the history-books.
UFC is currently undergoing a remarkable surge in popularity, along with greater mainstream media coverage. UFC programming can now be seen on FOX, FX, and FUEL TV in the United States, as well as in 35 other countries worldwide.
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10-07-2012, 04:18 AM
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MMA Fanatic
Join Date: Apr 2012
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Erick Silva, how good is that "kid" and can be beat GSP ?
I was a bit surprised that he is 28 years old. I thought he was an upcomer like Jon Jones around age 23-25.
Erick has experience and should be around his peak then ?
How does Erick Silva match up to GSP in
- Standup
- Ground game
- Physique (stamina + strength)
My thoughts:
Standup: Ericks speed seems better than GSP while GSP seems to have more tools in the standup. Erick has powerful frequent kicks while I think GSP has better boxing. I score this category EVEN
Ground game: Ericks seems stronger than GSP in grappling, chokes etc while GSP has better takedown defence and takedowns (better balance). I score this category GSP
Physique: I think Erick Silva has the better pace throughout a long fight. I also think Erick has the better chin. I score this category for ERICK SILVA
Summary: I have Erick Silva vs George St Pierre a tie 1 - 1 - 1 in categories. What do you guys think about this possible future match up ?
Last edited by Gustafsson Fan : 10-07-2012 at 04:28 AM.
Reason: layout fine tuning
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10-07-2012, 04:29 AM
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The Recipe
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gustafsson Fan
Physique: I think Erick Silva have the better pace throughout a long fight. I also think Erick has better chin. I score this category for ERICK SILVA
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I haven't seen much of Silva but his been to the 3rd round only 3 times and not once in the UFC, how can you possibly assume he has the better cardio of the two? |
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10-07-2012, 04:40 AM
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CAN I GET AN AMEN?
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rauno
I haven't seen much of Silva but his been to the 3rd round only 3 times and not once in the UFC, how can you possibly assume he has the better cardio of the two?
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Thinking the same thing...
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10-07-2012, 04:40 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rauno
I haven't seen much of Silva but his been to the 3rd round only 3 times and not once in the UFC, how can you possibly assume he has the better cardio of the two?
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I can assume by looking at his pace and posture in fights. I watched some of his old fights before UFC as well on youtube. Assuming is easy, knowing is hard. Why do not you tell me how you meisure this matchup yourself ?
Last edited by Gustafsson Fan : 10-07-2012 at 04:47 AM.
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10-07-2012, 05:02 AM
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Bantamweight
Join Date: Jul 2012
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We'll know soon enough.
Pointless thread, really.
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10-07-2012, 05:08 AM
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MMA Fanatic
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ROFL!
Talk about grumpy bitter guys here.
What's the matter with you today, you got testosterone deficiency depression or what ?  |
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10-07-2012, 05:13 AM
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The Recipe
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gustafsson Fan
I can assume by looking at his pace and posture in fights. I watched some of his old fights before UFC as well on youtube. Assuming is easy, knowing is hard. Why do not you tell me how you meisure this matchup yourself ?
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Like i said, i haven't seen nearly enough of Erick Silva to make a prediction. Going to look up more of his stuff later today.
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We'll know soon enough.
Pointless thread, really.
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Good thread. |
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10-07-2012, 06:09 AM
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I think he's shown some great technique and killer instinct but that's about where it ends. It's far too early to make comparisons when his best win is over Brenneman.
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10-07-2012, 07:07 AM
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SPEED KILLS
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Team Nogueira fighter, black belt Judoka, black belt Jiu Jitsu, very confident and very powerful striking, great fight instincts and always looking to finish opponent. Kid is trouble.
Typical Brazilian fighter you think, some are more successful than others but WW is wrestler heavy. This kid trains with the American wrestler in mind and it shows in his fights, Erick Silva is going to be a big problem for everyone in the division. He's like a young Shogun or Anderson that has put more emphasis on wrestling defense, he can do what Aldo and Silva do and IMO his hardest fight right now would be Nick Diaz.
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10-07-2012, 07:45 AM
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The Bearded One
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^ Erick Silva vs Nick Diaz?
That's a crazy fight, i want it! 
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Erick Silva, how good is that "kid" and can be beat GSP ?
