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Good point, that was why I mentioned Joe Silva's curious matchmaking decision.
Why did Michael Johnson accept this fight with Jury?
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Good point, that was why I mentioned Joe Silva's curious matchmaking decision.
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Giving an undefeated fighter his first loss?
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I came to say this. He's not Jones, Shogun, or Machida who have the accomplishments to say no. If he was cut, how many would really notice?
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Jury isnt ready for Michael Johnson. The striking skills are lopsided and Jury hasnt shown any reason that he can take down Johnson.
Johnson just needs to bring at least a sparring session mentality and he would still beat Jury easily.
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While I agree Johnson should get the win, you are being a bit ridiculous saying he just needs to bring a sparring mentality to the fight. Doesn't matter who you're fighting you won't win with that mentality. You have to respect your opponent...always.
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I don't see any impressive names on Jury's resume? What is it about Myles' fighting style that you think would give Johnson problems?
Seriously, I'm curious.
Seriously, I'm curious.
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When you only have a few options and a guy is requesting a fight, it's not so much "curious matchmaking" as much as it's working with the limited supply.
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I take it you've never actually seen Jury fight then? He's slick with submissions and is just a very cerebral fighter. He has a ways to in developing his overall game, but he has the skills to be a legit contender in the future.
Sort of like a less-developed Carlos Condit or Dominick Cruz (Who he trains with).
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Maybe Johnson was better off waiting a few weeks and taking on a guy like Rafael dos Anjos, Matt Wiman, Ross Pearson, Khabib Nurmagomedov, or TJ Grant. Instead, he's facing a guy that is 1-0 in the UFC.
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this
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Plus I think guys like him with a lot of potential and a lot of holes should take as many low end fights as possible. Keeps em on a streak, getting paid, and getting better. 3 big fights and you might get cut.
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fight = experience.
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slightly odd match but should prove to be a good one
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Yeah I am being rude, I'll admit it. But I am being honest here as well.
Lots of guys have beaten other guys coming in with a sparring mentality. It's not a completely bad thing, just likely won't be looking for the finish.
Michael Johnson will win this fight dominantly/easily. If I am wrong you can bump this and rub it in my face.
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I Agree with the TS
Johnson should have held out for a bigger name and not fought until summer of 2013
Johnson should have held out for a bigger name and not fought until summer of 2013
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I'm glad he is! I'm a big fan after his last fight, very badass.
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Regardless of win or lose, once I leave this thread I'm not going to be thinking about any of this. So, you should fear me bumping this thread to rub your face in it.
Who wants hold out for a paycheck?
