Ryan Bader

Ryan Bader, winner of TUF Season 8 is scheduled to fight on October 24th. He's fighting on the preliminary card to Lyoto Machida Vs Mauricio Rua: UFC 104. What are everyone's thoughts on him? How far can you see him going? I've been impressed by him so far, especially his dominating performance over Vinny Magalhaes to win TUF. I'm interested to hear other people's thoughts on him.

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so far so good, when he steps up to the next level we will see where he is at but he looks like he has some good tools to work with.

 

Damn, AJAX, that was super quick! I agree, well said. :good

 

I think he has all the potential to become a Champion at 205 within 3-4 years.

 

It's basically the type of fighter, him and Jon Jones, to beat Machida. Ryan Bader is the best wrestler by far at 205 in the UFC. Stronger than Tito or Coleman, way more athletic, still working on his submission game and has power in his standup.
He is raw, a lot of potential. it's a shame he hurt his knee in his last fight, he was looking very good with a couple of nice submission attempt.

 

Thanks for your input, Jimmie and Québecwarrior. :good