UFC 225 Whitaker Vs Romero 2

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  1. lufcrazy

    lufcrazy requiescat in pace Full Member

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    What a great fight. First one was a belter and with an increase in cardio I think Romero has a great shot at becoming champ.
     
  2. KelandBeave

    KelandBeave Fab 4 Full Member

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    He won't improve cardio so unless Whittaker gets buzzed early he should win on points or late stoppage
     
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  3. ForemanJab

    ForemanJab Deus Vult Full Member

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    Romero was throughly dominated by a gimp the first time. He doesn't see 5 rounds against a healthy Bobby Knuckles.
     
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  4. lufcrazy

    lufcrazy requiescat in pace Full Member

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    Nah mate there was no domination.
     
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  5. lufcrazy

    lufcrazy requiescat in pace Full Member

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    I agree, he has 2.5 rounds to do a job on him otherwise it's gonna be another L
     
  6. UnleashtheFURY

    UnleashtheFURY D'oh! Full Member

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    Maybe not but it was a clear win and Whittaker was fighting with an obvious handicap. Healthy he dominates and probably stops Romero. Whittaker is a special talent and in his prime.
     
  7. ForemanJab

    ForemanJab Deus Vult Full Member

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    I had Whittaker taking 4 rounds. He nearly completely shut down Romero's TD gameplan and outstruck him on the feet, hurting him several times down the stretch.
     
  8. rekcutnevets

    rekcutnevets Black Sash Full Member

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    Most scores I've seen, including mine, were 3-2. The drama was high after round 4, because the fight was even. Whittaker decisively won the 5th.
     
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  9. lufcrazy

    lufcrazy requiescat in pace Full Member

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    It was a clear win, I'm not sure Romero can be dominated but I guess we'll find out soon.

    I do think of Bobby survives the first two rounds he'll stop Romero. He is a special talent and very clearly an ATG.
     
  10. lufcrazy

    lufcrazy requiescat in pace Full Member

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    I had it 3-2
     
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  11. Francis75

    Francis75 FAB 4 Full Member

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    I see Whitaker winning again unless Romero can explode with something spectacular within the first 2 rds.
     
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  12. The Akbar One

    The Akbar One Obsessed with Boxing banned Full Member

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    I think that first fight was about as good as Romero's cardio will ever be. Whitaker is a tough match up for him, but his unorthodox style is also a tough match for Whitaker. Romero will need to win by KO, sub. The man was so tired in the fifth round, that when he slipped and fell to the canvas, he didn't have the energy to even get up, and Whitaker took the top position immediately, sealing the deal. Unfortunately for Romero championship fights are five rounds now. Whitaker would be wise to be active and not let Romero coast.
     
  13. boranbkk

    boranbkk "ไม่ได้โม้นะ" Full Member

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    Yo, how you doin man? 5 years since we spoke....you and Unleash or the only regular guys still here in what was once a busy, fun and seriously knowledgeable MMA forum... Where the **** is everyone?
     
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  14. rekcutnevets

    rekcutnevets Black Sash Full Member

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    I'm in and out lol(laughing emoji seems to be gone :thinking:)
    I'm great! I've missed your commentary! You have a perspective that most/all here are unable to bring.

    For right, for wrong, something happened around here several years ago. Numerous members are gone. I don't know the details.
     
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  15. boranbkk

    boranbkk "ไม่ได้โม้นะ" Full Member

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    Kind words Mr Tucker! Are you still sparring with Stoo & Haggis!? :lol:

    Missed your knowledge and logical breakdowns to.

    May have to track you down. ;)
     
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