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Gotta say, I like this new concept!

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#1 ·
Judging from the little promo, this new concept of having to fight your way into the show is great. This way you get to see who really wants it and less losers like Gabe Reudiger and Joey Scarola.

This season is gonna be amazing!
 
#2 ·
Couldn't agree more.
 
#9 ·
It's actually very fair. If you know you are going on TUF and fighting for a UFC contract you should come in shape. If they don't bother to get in shape then I guess they are not serious about winning. If they really want it, they will train thier ass off for at least a month or 2 prior.

This weeds out, not only weaker fighters and guys who don't come in shape, but also fighters that are just looking for the spotlight without any intention of actually winning.

I love the concept and there looked to be some good fighters so far.

This could turn out to be the best season yet:thumbsup:
 
#15 ·
i agree with robb. how do you come onto this show in anything but the best physical condition you can achieve on your own? I'm glad dana decided to do it this way... it weeds out all the weiners and hacks and crybabies... and ruedigers.

I love the looks of confusion on everyones faces when dana walked in and told them what was up. not one of them looked even remotely confident.

also loved dana's "you f***s" comment at the end of his schpeel. haha. this is gonna be a great season!
 
#16 ·
Yes, this was a great start, and I can't wait until the next show. It does weed out a lot, and even if we get a "Abbadi vs Wang" style match, at least there will only be one whiner on the show.

I can't wait to see the knock out they are hyping for next week.

I'm not sure what to think about the 32 year old guy who had to lose 17 pounds before the match. On one hand it is what it is, on the other hand he looked good, even if ti is the not so exciting wrestlign style, until he gassed.
 
#18 ·
Yeah, it's definitely looking good this season. I reckon from last nights fights, the 32 yr old obese guy looked the best out the losing bunch. ATM he'll be top of the list to get brought in as replacement IMO. He should really have been in better shape to start with though.
 
#20 ·
It's actually very fair. If you know you are going on TUF and fighting for a UFC contract you should come in shape. If they don't bother to get in shape then I guess they are not serious about winning. If they really want it, they will train thier ass off for at least a month or 2 prior.

This weeds out, not only weaker fighters and guys who don't come in shape, but also fighters that are just looking for the spotlight without any intention of actually winning.

I love the concept and there looked to be some good fighters so far.

This could turn out to be the best season yet
Most guys don't train at their fighting weight they get in shape and then they go on a diet a few days before a fight to get down to their fighting weight. Also I agree they should tell them what's going on becuase they were interviewing that one guy who sold his car and quit his job so he could be there.
 
#21 ·
Good point that I didn't catch ysterday. That is quite callous of the UFC not to tell them and create some kind of reliance that they would be at house for at least a few weeks, based on the previous shows. I think that guy even said 'cars' insetad of 'car'. But yeah, that would suck if you had to leave day 1 or 2 when you haven't planned for it.
 
#23 ·
I think it’s a good format and makes for a more exciting show, no more stupid personal drama just straight to the fighting. I would rather the show revolve around the fighters and their potential matches, training and coaching than frat boy antics and tough guy posturing.

I loved the look on everyone face when more and more fighters showed up and after they were told they had to fight to get on the show. This could be a great season.
 
#26 ·
If someone sold their soul to be on there & got nothing out the bargain, then that's their problem. He shouldn't have been so stupid to sell up. It was a reality show he was going onto ffs. If he didn't know the details he should have sought them out. I understand it's a dream blah blah blah. If you're willing to take the gamble, don't grumble when you lose.
 
#27 ·
No one sells themselves on an open ended bargain except for gamblers, alcoholics, and retarded politicians. Most people are rational and will weigh the benefits vs the drawbacks.

If you are told you made TUF and have the impression you will be there for the 16 weeks it can make sense to sell your car and quit your job.

If you know you might only be there for a day you might not agree, and certainly would weigh everything more carefully, or even make alternate arrangements. Like take 3 days off from work and keep the car. Make a Power of Attorney for someone to sell your car if you make it, and do whatever with the job.

In your example you are saying soemone should sign for a mortgage without knowing the interest rate and not be sruprised if it is 20% instead of the market rate, and that it would serve them right. I am saying they probably wouldn't sign in the first place and that it would be rational to make different decisions for different situations.
 
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