Eating Crow over Whittaker vs Aliskerov 😄

[Edward Henry Greb]

Yes yes, eating crow ... although I did state Aliskerov's weakness is he seems slow ... and it's now confirmed that he has no chin.

First KO for Whittaker in a long time ... he was faster and more precise.

Wasn't even that hard of a shot Robert hit Ikram with, the first time — although the follow-up uppercut was solid — which is also what knocked Aliskerov out when he for Khamzat, a right uppercut.

Anyway, after seeing that, I don't think Chimaev is going to be falling all over himself to re-book the fight with Whittaker.

 

[Mammothman]

Respect Golem, I agree Whittaker would destroy CANzat

 

[HolmeZy55]

Yes yes, eating crow

Well at least you're owning it, some on here don't even bother and go into hiding, but still....

 

[Ares Black]

I respect a good crow-eating thread. I have eaten my fair share.

 

[Ares Black]

 

[Substance Abuse]

Zero passes for you, bud. You made three anti-Whittaker threads leading up to this fight and one pro Aliskerov one likening him to DDP.

Ikram Aliskerov = Russian DDP (w/ better striking + better grappling)??

Been studying both of these two fighters. I think Aliskerov and DDP have similar body types, and a plodding + heavy-handed style. The difference is, I think Aliskerov has cleaner punching technique, and better overall MMA grappling skills. Ikram can finish a fight, with one punch, from either...

forums.sherdog.com

Does Whittaker have "The Worst Style" Today?

Yeah yeah, Whittaker is good. But, honestly, you like watching him # I honestly don't. Horrifying style and movements. Other than the fact has been emasculated, and other than the fact is getting older, I think his basic style of fighting is outdated and lame. Thoughts?

forums.sherdog.com

Is Whittaker Still A LION ...

Or (like Costa) did Israel Adesanya change (and emasculate) him? I am not confident in Whittaker's huevos anymore, under pressure. Years ago, I used to look at Robert Whittaker as a true warrior. Now I look at him as somebody who's "still trying to be relevant" ... I think this weekend ends...

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WHO YOU GOT? (Ikram Aliskerov or Robert Whittaker)?

I'm very excited about this fight. I think Aliskerov is a supremely-talented fighter, both as a striker and in submissions. Obviously, as a World Sambo Champion, his grappling/wrestling is elite. I watched several of Aliskerov's fights, and dude is also A KILLER. A true finisher, always...

forums.sherdog.com

Oh and this doozy:

Costa ANNIHILATES Whittaker

You read it here first. Not even a contest.

forums.sherdog.com

 

[legcramp]

eating crow but also discrediting his win by saying his opponent had no chin.

 

[Oscar Madison]

Ikram stepped up for the home team -- ready or not. But he showed up to Save the Card.

Former Champ Whittaker put on a show.

 

[HI SCOTT NEWMAN]

Fair play, I respect that. You didn't go offline afterwards for ages like the Conor fans did when Nate choked him out, only to come back many months later with a new different ''favorite fighter ever'' lol. Respect.

Whittaker is a great fighter, I know he may not have had the finishes in recent years but his opposition were the best, he been fighting all the top guys.

 

[The Siege]

Yeah, I thought it was going to be Robs first finish since Jacare and I was right.

 

[Oscar Madison]

Zero passes for you, bud. You made three anti-Whittaker threads leading up to this fight and one pro Aliskerov one likening him to DDP.

Ikram Aliskerov = Russian DDP (w/ better striking + better grappling)??

Been studying both of these two fighters. I think Aliskerov and DDP have similar body types, and a plodding + heavy-handed style. The difference is, I think Aliskerov has cleaner punching technique, and better overall MMA grappling skills. Ikram can finish a fight, with one punch, from either...

forums.sherdog.com

Does Whittaker have "The Worst Style" Today?

Yeah yeah, Whittaker is good. But, honestly, you like watching him # I honestly don't. Horrifying style and movements. Other than the fact has been emasculated, and other than the fact is getting older, I think his basic style of fighting is outdated and lame. Thoughts?

forums.sherdog.com

Is Whittaker Still A LION ...

Or (like Costa) did Israel Adesanya change (and emasculate) him? I am not confident in Whittaker's huevos anymore, under pressure. Years ago, I used to look at Robert Whittaker as a true warrior. Now I look at him as somebody who's "still trying to be relevant" ... I think this weekend ends...

forums.sherdog.com

WHO YOU GOT? (Ikram Aliskerov or Robert Whittaker)?

I'm very excited about this fight. I think Aliskerov is a supremely-talented fighter, both as a striker and in submissions. Obviously, as a World Sambo Champion, his grappling/wrestling is elite. I watched several of Aliskerov's fights, and dude is also A KILLER. A true finisher, always...

forums.sherdog.com

Oh and this doozy:

Costa ANNIHILATES Whittaker

You read it here first. Not even a contest.

forums.sherdog.com

Thats a HUGE Crow Buffet -- with plenty of Leftovers.

 

[Substance Abuse]

Thats a HUGE Crow Buffett -- with plenty if Leftovers.

He has no choice, lol.

 

[Dorkman]

Zero passes for you, bud. You made three anti-Whittaker threads leading up to this fight and one pro Aliskerov one likening him to DDP.

Ikram Aliskerov = Russian DDP (w/ better striking + better grappling)??

Been studying both of these two fighters. I think Aliskerov and DDP have similar body types, and a plodding + heavy-handed style. The difference is, I think Aliskerov has cleaner punching technique, and better overall MMA grappling skills. Ikram can finish a fight, with one punch, from either...

forums.sherdog.com

Does Whittaker have "The Worst Style" Today?

Yeah yeah, Whittaker is good. But, honestly, you like watching him # I honestly don't. Horrifying style and movements. Other than the fact has been emasculated, and other than the fact is getting older, I think his basic style of fighting is outdated and lame. Thoughts?

forums.sherdog.com

Is Whittaker Still A LION ...

Or (like Costa) did Israel Adesanya change (and emasculate) him? I am not confident in Whittaker's huevos anymore, under pressure. Years ago, I used to look at Robert Whittaker as a true warrior. Now I look at him as somebody who's "still trying to be relevant" ... I think this weekend ends...

forums.sherdog.com

WHO YOU GOT? (Ikram Aliskerov or Robert Whittaker)?

I'm very excited about this fight. I think Aliskerov is a supremely-talented fighter, both as a striker and in submissions. Obviously, as a World Sambo Champion, his grappling/wrestling is elite. I watched several of Aliskerov's fights, and dude is also A KILLER. A true finisher, always...

forums.sherdog.com

Oh and this doozy:

Costa ANNIHILATES Whittaker

You read it here first. Not even a contest.

forums.sherdog.com

Calling for the boots to be put to him medium style up in here

 

[J'Ghasta]

Remember all the shertards saying Rob was past his prime before this fight? Lose a fight and youre washed. Win a fight and youre the GOAT. We know how this works.

 

[gentel]

Joining in the crow feast, I guessed Aliskerov by GnP decision

 

[Edward Henry Greb]

Zero passes for you, bud. You made three anti-Whittaker threads leading up to this fight and one pro Aliskerov one likening him to DDP.]

I didn't ask for a pass; I said I was eating crow.

My main concern was about Aliskerov's speed, and chin, and both failed.

I thought he would pressure-grapple Whittaker, especially after seeking counsel from Khabib.

 

[jmboyd24]

Whittaker's previous 7 wins were by decision against Romero, Romero, Til, Cannonier, Gastelum, Vettori and Costa. Those fighters have a combined 144 fights for 11 defeats by finish.



So Rob's previous 7 decision wins came against a group of fighters who get finished 7.6% of the time. That's a 92.4% chance that all of the people he's beaten since Souza will not be finished.



Now he's just finished a 15-1 "boogeyman" with a flawless victory. Would not surprise me if he's champ again this time next year

 

[dildos]

sorry for just posting meanly in two threads mocking your bad takes re whittaker and this fight.

you are humble when wrong. good work buds.

 

[Edward Henry Greb]

Thats a HUGE Crow Buffet -- with plenty of Leftovers.

Yes, and now it's time for some dessert: humble pie

 

[HHJ]

I respect a good crow-eating thread. I have eaten my fair share.

I havent.