UFC Fight Night: Machida vs. Romero (June 27, 2015)

**JIBBBY** · 06-22-15, 09:45 PM

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Machida vs Romero is an interesting fight to think out..

Machida's been looking old, soft and perhaps he is even losing a step in recent fights, but considering the studs he's been facing in Luke Rockhold and Chris Weidman it's easy to say that.... Romero is a bit of a beast to deal with though.. I'd have to see what Romero looks like PED free at weigh ins to make a final call..

<small> UFC Fight Night 70 - Middleweight 5 rounds - Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - Hollwood, Florida - FS1</small>
Sat 6/27	1001 Yoel Romero	<input id="radiox" value="M1_0" name="radiox" type="radio">+155
11:59PM	1002 Lyoto Machida	<input id="radiox" value="M2_0" name="radiox" type="radio">-175

**JIBBBY** · 06-22-15, 09:51 PM

Like Shabang said on the other thread Machida will have the speed advantage standing, he's a very elusive fighter standing with his stick and move style.. Will Romero be able to deal with that is the question?

Romero will be the stronger fighter and if he gets a hold of Machida or connects standing I'm sure Machida will be in trouble... That's why I think this is an interesting style match up...

Machida 37 years old... Flip side Romero is no spring chicken either at 38 either and if off PED's he could be sagging physically just like Machida looks... Weigh ins will tell the tail...

Romero is a physical specimen though.. <small>http://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Yoel-Romero-60762
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**Beelzebubzy** · 06-23-15, 09:19 AM

Originally posted by JIBBBY

Like Shabang said on the other thread Machida will have the speed advantage standing, he's a very elusive fighter standing with his stick and move style.. Will Romero be able to deal with that is the question?

Romero will be the stronger fighter and if he gets a hold of Machida or connects standing I'm sure Machida will be in trouble... That's why I think this is an interesting style match up...

Machida 37 years old... Flip side Romero is no spring chicken either at 38 either and if off PED's he could be sagging physically just like Machida looks... Weigh ins will tell the tail...

Romero is a physical specimen though.. <small>http://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Yoel-Romero-60762
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Is Romero explosive and athletic?

**Mercersux** · 06-23-15, 10:30 AM

Originally posted by Beelzebubzy

Is Romero explosive and athletic?

Is Machida elusive?

**JIBBBY** · 06-23-15, 10:47 AM

Funny guys... Troll away....

Lyoto Machida vs. Yoel Romero: A Full Head-to-Toe Breakdown

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2503560-lyoto-machida-vs-yoel-romero-a-full-head-to-toe-breakdown

In a main event that feels like it was just announced yesterday , the UFC is pitting two of its top 185-pounders center stage in Hollywood, Florida...

**PaperTrail07** · 06-23-15, 11:12 AM

Great fight...HAVE to feel like Machida will hit and run his way to victory...but would love to see Romero Win...

**PaperTrail07** · 06-23-15, 11:17 AM

Hacran Dias is a SOLID -186 IMO....have not seen one this good in a while.....Guy is 100% legit and has heart for days....he will not lose this fight...stong , determind and IS going to win this fight...prob my biggest UFC bet in a long time..

**JIBBBY** · 06-23-15, 12:09 PM

Event write ups coming in -

CP - http://combatpress.com/2015/06/toe-t...d-predictions/

MMA MANIA - http://www.mmamania.com/2015/6/22/88...o-fox-sports-1

**mirinquads** · 06-23-15, 01:54 PM

Originally posted by JIBBBY

Funny guys... Troll away....

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2...-toe-breakdown

Let's see if you have learned anything Jibby.

Who do you think will have the hog advantage in this one?

**JIBBBY** · 06-23-15, 02:11 PM

Originally posted by mirinquads

Let's see if you have learned anything Jibby.

Who do you think will have the hog advantage in this one?

Relax with the hog packages Miri you sick twisted little bastard...

I'm with Paper though, me tinks Machida out quicks the 38 year old muscle bound hog carrying Romero to a decision win.. Machida could even get the late KO if Romero gasses out, gets frustrated and starts to press...

Gotta figure the only two guys that beat Machida recently were better strikers then Romero and alot younger.. The current champ and Luke.. The Dragon should get this....http://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Lyoto-Machida-7513

**Giants007** · 06-23-15, 02:15 PM

Looking into Truck Gordon, Any thoughts?

**JIBBBY** · 06-23-15, 02:22 PM

Originally posted by Giants007

Looking into Truck Gordon, Any thoughts?

I like Eddie Gordon's chances and so do the Combat Press boys.. He could lose by decision though.. I'm on Larkin and Machida so far myself...

Probably a good idea to jump on Eddie now if you want to make a play before the line moves. The MMA media so called experts are all calling Eddie out for the win and the betting public usually follows....http://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Eddie-Gordon-66410

**bjpenn85** · 06-23-15, 02:23 PM

I feel like the ufc really believes in makashvili, first matched up with nick lentz, now hacran dias? He didnt have a full training camp against eddiva either which means he probably is going to look much better this time around, which sucks for the dias bettors. Another point is that hacran dias doesnt have any finishing power, although he has faced really tuf competition. I do think the striking may be the deciding factor and that is where dias has the upper hand, but makashvili has some power as well. Dias has better movement, better shot selection, better variety, and is more experienced, probably smarter etc, but you can throw all that shit out the window with poor judging in a fight that may end up going the full three rounds without a clear winner. Thats mma betting in a nutshell!

**PaperTrail07** · 06-23-15, 02:35 PM

Guy has finishing power 100% ..He is strong as penetrate for this division...anyone that bet Lamas was pacing during that fight LOL....I feel his strength will be a huge factor...up against the fence he will control it 100% and get the takedowns he wants...

Originally posted by bjpenn85

I feel like the ufc really believes in makashvili, first matched up with nick lentz, now hacran dias? He didnt have a full training camp against eddiva either which means he probably is going to look much better this time around, which sucks for the dias bettors. Another point is that hacran dias doesnt have any finishing power, although he has faced really tuf competition. I do think the striking may be the deciding factor and that is where dias has the upper hand, but makashvili has some power as well. Dias has better movement, better shot selection, better variety, and is more experienced, probably smarter etc, but you can throw all that shit out the window with poor judging in a fight that may end up going the full three rounds without a clear winner. Thats mma betting in a nutshell!

**PaperTrail07** · 06-23-15, 02:37 PM

Then again....I think that Antonio Carlos Jr is going to DESTROY Eddie Gordon as well....so I guess well see...

**bjpenn85** · 06-23-15, 02:41 PM

I need to rewatch the lamas fight.. i will come back to argue after that.

**shabang** · 06-23-15, 02:43 PM

anybody have any (what they consider to be) Locks?

**JIBBBY** · 06-23-15, 02:52 PM

Originally posted by shabang

anybody have any (what they consider to be) Locks?

After seeing what Alex Oleveria did to KJ Noons I'd say this might be a lock.. http://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Alex-Oliveira-110143

Alex has only lost by submission in the past and this new comer to the UFC Joe Merrit only has won his fights by KO to a bunch of bums.. http://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Joe-Merritt-138127

**PaperTrail07** · 06-23-15, 02:52 PM

http://www.clipdonator.com/watch_video.php?v=XUO7AYBHUABA

**bjpenn85** · 06-23-15, 02:56 PM

eddie gordon kind of sucks, thats all really. I mean what can you like about gordon, that he is black, listening to rap music? I mean the guy couldnt beat dempsey + he sucks.Anyway, what an anti talented guy, why the hell is he a member of sierra-longo?

**PaperTrail07** · 06-23-15, 03:01 PM

Truck does not have much skill-lets be real here

**mirinquads** · 06-23-15, 03:09 PM

Originally posted by bjpenn85

eddie gordon kind of sucks, thats all really. I mean what can you like about gordon, that he is black, listening to rap music? I mean the guy couldnt beat dempsey + he sucks.Anyway, what an anti talented guy, why the hell is he a member of sierra-longo?

Actually he's more into house and electronic music. Let's try not to stereotype here people...

**bjpenn85** · 06-23-15, 03:26 PM

Since i am black myself, i can def run those kinds of jokes against my own kind, i mean, there has to be some advantages being black other than being poor and having a really good rhythm.

**JIBBBY** · 06-23-15, 03:30 PM

Well, you guys got me second guessing Eddie Gordon.. Was on the fence before the posts but now this fight might be a pass for me... I was figuring both of these fighters really aren't that good so pick the dog with the least amount of flees... Was thinking Eddie Gordon was that dog...

**bjpenn85** · 06-23-15, 03:52 PM

Me 2, carlos at least has been the best in the world at something.

**bjpenn85** · 06-23-15, 03:55 PM

pass? why the hell do you pass, the line is gift line, you got a hungry half decent bjj world champion, that has already beat better competition, for some reason the line is -200, jesus, do you need a mmabetting caddy - that does the actual drive AND the putting.

**PaperTrail07** · 06-23-15, 04:07 PM

AC Jr is a play -100%

**bjpenn85** · 06-23-15, 04:13 PM

Besides what written, i feel that romero is a bit fluky, while machida has fought the aaaaaaaabsolute best fighters the middleweight division has seen like ever. But besides romero being fluky he is improving, and has really good wrestling <-- understatement. But lack of cardio and lack of chin smells trouble from here to china. So the smart bet is on machida no doubt, but its always uncomfortable to put money down on a guy that got smashed in the 1.round regardless.

**UncleChael** · 06-23-15, 06:36 PM

Team UFC needs Romereo to win to keep the middleweight division interesting. + Miri, giving the Hog advantage to Romereo?

**agendaman** · 06-23-15, 06:37 PM

JIBBY-you promised to retire after the ufc-188 debacle why did i not believe you

**JIBBBY** · 06-23-15, 07:03 PM

Originally posted by agendaman

JIBBY-you promised to retire after the ufc-188 debacle why did i not believe you

Who retires from gambling unless you go broke from gambling and empty out your online accounts?.. Was just emotional after one really bad event loss.. It happens and I rebounded.. Sorry to disappoint...

I ain't broke and I would have ran the table with the last Germany UFC event with win after win if Dennis Siver didn't lose in the end just for the record..

Back to my winning ways I tell thee... Larkin and Alex Oliveira will hit for sure.. Parlay those 2 up it's money gents...

**agendaman** · 06-23-15, 09:13 PM

i was just kidding you JIBBBY really flad you're back man true gamblers never fold their tent they just reload p.s. any tips on maybe coupla guys for bellator 139 this fri. nite tx now

**UncleChael** · 06-23-15, 10:10 PM

Big John will just let Romero sit on the stood for as long as he wants .. it's all good.

**Giants007** · 06-23-15, 10:26 PM

Originally posted by JIBBBY

Well, you guys got me second guessing Eddie Gordon.. Was on the fence before the posts but now this fight might be a pass for me... I was figuring both of these fighters really aren't that good so pick the dog with the least amount of flees... Was thinking Eddie Gordon was that dog...

Hard to go against somebody from the Serra-Longo camp, Truck or nothing for me in that fight