After Thompson, ..who next for Kimbo?

Discussion in 'MMA Forum' started by Mob, May 30, 2008.


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  1. Mob

    Mob Active Member Full Member

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    The guy is receiving alot of hype...and most is probably undeserved. However, with the hype he was getting on the internet along with his personal story and fighting style..he is exactly what MMA needs.

    People need to understand though that it is going to take a while for him to adjust and hone his technique if he is going to be able to deal with world class MMA fighters.

    You just can't throw him in there with one of the best yet. Working with Bas Rutten is a big PLUS for sure, and within a couple of years we should see just how good Slice is or can be.

    Thompson is a perfect opponent for Slice and I don't see much danger of him losing that one..

    So, who do you think would be a reasonable opponent for Kimbo next?
     
    Mob, May 30, 2008
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  2. mann187

    mann187 WTF is going on? Full Member

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    What he needs is someone with average/good ground game to see if he actually can fight off his feet.

    Maybe a wrestler like Brandon Hincklle or Dan Severn, someone who should not be a big threat but a credible opponent
     
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  3. scurlaruntings

    scurlaruntings ESB 2002 Club Full Member

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    The facts remain Kimbo is what he is.Which is a crude slugger. His not going to suddnely develop some magical ground game or even refine his striking to be that much better than what it is. The fact that his fighting an experienced vet like Thompson considering his size and experience in comparison to Kimbo speaks alot about Kimbo`s own natural talent aswell as Thompsons lack thereof. A case can soundly be made for both. You can be certain Gary Shaw will milk Kimbo until the wheels fall off. I doubt Kimbo even cares if his taken seriously as he knows that at heavyweight the likelyhood of him even beating a an aged veteran like Dan Severn is slim. My opinion is a simple one.. lets just enjoy the Kimbo ride while it lasts.
     
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  4. rekcutnevets

    rekcutnevets Black Sash Full Member

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    I think the guy who recently knocked Kimbo's soon to be opponent, Thompson, out would be perfect. I believe he is around 8-0, and his name is " the Grim" Rogers, or something like that.
     
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  5. Ubersteve

    Ubersteve The Main Event Mafia Full Member

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    Probably Chinny McChinchin.
     
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  6. Grievesy

    Grievesy Boxing Addict Full Member

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    :lol: How about Kimbo vs Brock Lesnar in a inter-promotion bout. Battle of the new prospects. I know the chances of it happening are slim to none (if that) because of Dana White but it could be interesting.
     
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  7. scurlaruntings

    scurlaruntings ESB 2002 Club Full Member

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    No chance. Theres a high risk that Lesnar could get knocked out!!
     
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  8. LB3000

    LB3000 Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Yeah, Brett Rogers. He is also fighting on the card and if they both win it could happen.
     
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  9. BIGTIMETIMMY

    BIGTIMETIMMY ESB Hall of Fame Member Full Member

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    it will be butterbean
     
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  10. LB3000

    LB3000 Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Can't see Butterbean getting near the 265lbs weight limit. :D
     
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  11. Tko4

    Tko4 Left high kick Full Member

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    Echoing the same thought as a few others, Rogers should be the likely opponent. But knowing Gary Shaw, he'll find another burned out vet or glass jarred brawler for Kimbo to cut down.

    Nothing against Kevin Ferguson pesonally, having a Youtube streetfighter lead the way for MMA on national, prime time TV makes my stomach churn.
     
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  12. shavers

    shavers Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Thompson is a big dude, but is he worth anything?
     
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  13. québecwarrior

    québecwarrior Georges 'Rush' St-Pierre Full Member

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    and Theres a high risk that Kimbo would get GnP to the death!!
     
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  14. scurlaruntings

    scurlaruntings ESB 2002 Club Full Member

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    Indeed!:lol:
     
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  15. Tko4

    Tko4 Left high kick Full Member

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    He's worth an exciting KO. That's typically about it.
     
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