I think GSP might finish Hendricks..

[That209]

Am I the only one who thinks that Georges might actually pull out a finish?

I'm not saying that GSP is going to go in and one-punch Hendricks or something crazy like that, but I feel that Hendricks will get very tired and Georges is going to open up a little more than he has in his recent fights and he's going to be very aggressive on the feet and from top position.

I don't see how Hendricks can win unless he gets a knockout within the first 10 minutes. I also think trying to have a technical stand-up fight with GSP is a bad idea, I think Hendricks should try to overwhelm him like he normally does to people. If Hendricks can't get the knock out within the 1st or 2nd rounds, I think GSP may pull off a finish in the championship rounds.

I don't think Hendricks will be able to protect himself that well off of his back when he's very tired against a guy like GSP. Gassing in a fight against GSP is the worst thing that could happen IMO, I think GSP could definitely get a TKO from the top position or possibly a submission.

I'm not counting Hendricks out though, he could definitely pull it off. We all know how he's one of the scariest fighters in the first 10 minutes of a fight. I just don't see how he can win if he doesn't get the KO within the 1st or 2nd rounds. I really do think GSP could finish him, call me crazy, but GSP has all the skills to do so and if you're gassed in a fight against him.. you're in trouble.

Hendricks can't keep a pace like Condit or Diaz and he hasn't shown good Jiu-Jitsu, nor has he shown any ability to take punishment like them. Hendricks vs. Condit is a good example, when Hendricks got tired, he started getting lit up on the feet and he kept going for TD's because he was getting beat up, he won't be able to do that to GSP, he won't be able to take him down if he fails a KO. That's why I'm thinking GSP will open up more on the feet and on the mat because it looks like Hendricks starts to wither under pressure but if he can take you down, he stays safe. If he can't take GSP down when he's tired, I think GSP will really beat him up badly on the feet, or GSP will take HIM down and beat him up and either get the TKO, or submit him.

Just my opinion.

Flame away.

 

[scrap style**]

I totally agree TS. Apparently this is GSPs best camp in years, and he's shaken off all the ring rust. I think he will come into this fight extremely motivated as Johnny is a big threat and dominate. I think he fights more conservatively in Canada and his fights have shown that, and while Johny gases, GSP will up the pace and end up finishing him by tko or sub.

 

[greaspy]

hate gsp... can't respect him at all.

but i really don't see hendricks hanging for 5 rnds... if gsp gets out of the 2nd rnd he should be able to finish this fight. but then again he should have been able to finish hardy...

get ready for a lot of jabs and about nothing else until hendricks is too tired to do much.

 

[That209]

I totally agree TS. Apparently this is GSPs best camp in years, and he's shaken off all the ring rust. I think he will come into this fight extremely motivated as Johnny is a big threat and dominate. I think he fights more conservatively in Canada and his fights have shown that, and while Johny gases, GSP will up the pace and end up finishing him by tko or sub.

I'm also going to get this straight - I'm not a fan of GSP, but I respect him because of his skills and he's a great person. I haven't been really entertained by him for a long time, but I don't see how Hendricks can win if he doesn't get the KO in the 1st or 2nd and gasses out.

If he gets very tired like he did vs. Condit, he won't be able to take GSP down. And GSP will definitely be able to be more aggressive on the feet then, Hendricks got lit up by Condit badly on the feet when he was tired, but he used the TD's to score points and save himself from a beating.

I don't think he's going to be able to do that against GSP, and hell.. GSP getting a finish at the UFC's 20 year anniversary? perfect timing for him.

 

[Rekt 'em]

I would flame you, but I didn't read any of that shit.

 

[surgeyou1]

I think people are strongly underestimating how tough Hendricks is

 

[BlastoiseDad]

Am I the only one who thinks that Georges might actually pull out a finish?

*snip*

Just my opinion.

Flame away.

Did you see my 200 post thread about this a couple days ago? Hell, didn't you post in it?

 

[ajmonsta]

These threads come up for every one of his fights dude. I'm a gsp fan but honestly I'm not gonna believe anything until i see it.

 

[That209]

Did you see my 200 post thread about this a couple days ago? Hell, didn't you post in it?

I don't remember, lol. Post it here or something, if you did make at thread like this one then I'll request for a mod to delete this one.

 

[That209]

I would flame you, but I didn't read any of that shit.

And that's why you don't post in threads when you have nothing to contribute.

 

[BlastoiseDad]

I don't remember, lol. Post it here or something, if you did make at thread like this one then I'll request for a mod to delete this one.

Lol I did, but like 15 other ones have popped up since then. I get the feeling that this isn't too controversial of an opinion.

 

[Quadrillion]

I agree, but Johnny doesn't...

 

[That209]

Lol I did, but like 15 other ones have popped up since then. I get the feeling that this isn't too controversial of an opinion.

Well, shit.

And yeah, some people don't want to believe it because they act as if Hendricks is the uncrowned GOAT when he can barely go 2 rounds 'cause he's almost ready to fall over from exhaustion.

I think this isn't a very hard fight for GSP because if Hendricks can't within the first 10 minutes.. what can he do? he won't be able to put up much of a fight at all anymore, that's why I honestly felt that Condit & Diaz were tougher fights because they have amazing cardio and they're dangerous in all aspects of the sport. Hendricks is a good wrestler with power but a very poor gas tank and hasn't shown any Jiu-Jitsu.

If he gasses against GSP, I think it's just a matter of time before GSP finishes him.

 

[That209]

I agree, but Johnny doesn't...

Hahaha, nice gif.

 

[KOREANZOMBIE420]

sure, seeing that he hasn't finished anyone since 2009.

 

[Killroy]

I could see GSP pulling off a submission, but it will most likely be 5 rounds of domination and a unanimous decision victory for GSP.
And I look forward to watching it.

 

[GSP_37]

GSP just might get an immediate double leg takedown, get knee on belly, and go berserk with the punches... or he might do his stretch jabs for 5 rounds.

 

[Matt M]

I think the same thing.
Although on this occasion for maybe one of the few times in his career, I think it's best for GSP to try and get the finish rather than just dominate and outpoint his opponent.

I'd be more nervous for GSP the longer the fight goes, because that is just increasing the time where Hendricks can land one big punch to finish the fight.
Regardless of Hendricks getting tired, it's not like he's as hugely out of shape as some say, so he'll still have that power in the final round I would think.

 

[LamaIronFist]

The one weapon guys have never done well against George. Johnny's can't do jackshit on the ground against an active and skilled dude. He was paralyzed against Condit. He does not know how to grind his way through a minefield like a Condit on his back. GSP knows how to move and reach the target on the ground.

Almost nobody has ever put GSP on his back but when he his, that does not last for too long. Unless he is blasted by Johnny, GSP will most likely submit Hendricks straight from the ground. Those years of rolling with big boyz like Roger Gracie will pay off.
The advantage GSP has is that he pretty sure he has a wicked BJJ game but he never really used it. It's a bit like Anthony Pettis. He never had to use his BJJ too much but he caught one of the best the other day.

 

[ixRanGzeNxi]

I can see GSP getting the finish. I really hope he does!! I have been a fan of Hendricks' since his WEC debut, and was pushing for him to get the title shot. I figured if GSP has to lose, I wouldn't mind Hendricks being the Champ (after Condit failed). But now, with all the crap coming out of Hendricks' bearded mouth, I hope he gets wrecked and KTFO'd!!! Still a fan, but just not in this fight.