This photo pisses me off. Reminds me of when CC fought Randleman the first time. CC walked into the UFC and thought the title had his name on it. And to think this was off the back of the OWGP :-(
Sak was conscious. He was out only after the fight was over. He just refused to tap. Blame Sak, blame his corner but don't blame Pride because fighters especially grapples like Nog and Sak wanted referee's to hold back with stoppages. They won numerous fights after "miraculous" comebacks and they was ready to pay the price for these comebacks. Pride rules and refereeing was infinitely better for fighters, spectators and spirit of MMA than UFC bull****. Everything in UFC from octagon to the rules created for gay ass "effective" wresslers.