Liddell vs Rampage @71 ? - Page 9

Hypergit · #81 (**permalink**) 03-16-2007, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Bobcat1

Not to be a pain in the ass, Git, but in Couture-Liddell 1, Chuck grabbed the fence with his hand as Randy was slamming him with one of those early double-leg takedowns. I think it was just second nature, though, because he didn't hold on, and he gave Randy a clean takedown. The ref didn't call him on it either.

I'm sure he has done it on occasion like every other cage fighter, but TUF5 was certainly not referring to that when Afro called him out on it as cheating.

Afro · #82 (**permalink**) 03-16-2007, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Hypergit

Dude, I'll tell you what. Since you are accusing him of illegaly using the cage, why don't you tell us when.

I am not accusing him of illegally using the cage, I said it would be illegal to use the cage

im not tryna burst into an argument about whether or not chuck cheats or not, but I know a lot of people complained that he has grabbed the cage before, and I can only think of one time hes used the cage legally to get up.. but then again how often has he even been on the ground?

Hypergit · #83 (**permalink**) 03-16-2007, 02:32 PM

Every time I've seen him hit the ground near the edge (not that often of course) he uses the cage to get up. It is a fair point bu TUF5.

willieshatner · #84 (**permalink**) 03-16-2007, 03:11 PM

here's my take on this matchup: I think it comes down to the mental game 100%.

both guys have the tools to beat the other.

Liddell is coming off a hot streak, and his confidence is undoubtedly through the roof. However hid did already lose to Rampage. Chuck may end up covering up a bit more to avoid losing again.

Rampage has the experience of having already beat Liddell. Therefore, I'm sure he is not scared of Chuck at all, unlike most of Chuck's opponents. (note the difference between fear and respect) However Rampage has had a few crushing defeats since he beat Chuck, so he may be a little gunshy.

I can't call it. It depends on who comes in with the best attitude, IMO.

Krellek · #85 (**permalink**) 03-17-2007, 05:10 AM

truly one of the hardest fights ever to call without doubt. My gut says chuck, but i really have no idea what's gonna happen in this one. really, no one does

paintstik · #86 (**permalink**) 03-17-2007, 08:17 AM

I don't think Chuck will be any more conservative in a rematch with Rampage. I think these guys will beat the shit out of eachother with Rampage looking to take it to the mat if Chuck starts getting an edge on the feet.

AJL416AZ · #87 (**permalink**) 03-17-2007, 08:46 AM

he also grabbed the ropes when Rampage picked his ass up when they fought. so much for tito being the better wrestler

Rhino_Man · #88 (**permalink**) 03-17-2007, 08:49 AM

I am happy if either fighter wins, as long as its a good fight.

If Chucks wins then what?? Rashad, kinda lackluster because Rampage beats Rashad?? moves up to HW

If Rampage wins. Tito, Rashad, Randy and everyone else chucks has beat.

Chcuck is a great champ, but its not like Rampage wouldn't be one either. It would easily be 2 years of great fights, a couple of cool Xyience commercials, and might even lure some Pride guys over here to take a shot.