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like i said, not necessarily the best, but my favorite to watch. what machida does is absolutely beautiful to behold. though, i do think he happens to also be one of the best strikers in MMA. being out struck by shogun does nothing to diminish your reputation in my eyes. shogun is fantastic.Quote:
Originally Posted by Pourya Samari
Jake Shields made Dan Henderson look like a child on the ground. He completely dominated him. Finished 3rd at ADCC back in 2005. Has some of the best MMA oriented grappling you will see. His game is amazing to watch.Quote:
Originally Posted by Matt Glach
When the top people are at the top of their game, it sort of comes down to what tools you have in your tool box. They are both the truely special strikers. My theory is then it comes down to how their skill sets interact. Machida is an amazing striker.Quote:
Originally Posted by Brandon Mccaghren
Fundamentally though, if you dont have a check, your an easy target. It surprises me how far MMA fighters seem to be able to get when they cant check a kick. Getting out of the way is only a defence against people slower than you.
So much love for Shields here but no mention of GSP or Fitch? Who are like copies of each other...
He wasnt that awesome in the strikeforce fight against hendo tho.Quote:
Originally Posted by Brandon Mccaghren
And Hedo was a beast in pride. but he is OLD now, and it would be strange if a young guy with some skill didnt beat him
Not only is Jake top 3 but he's arguably number 1. And I'm not a Skrap Pack fan.Quote:
Originally Posted by Matt Glach
Just ask Denny
strikers 1 anderson silva 2 sho gun 3 alister overeem.
grapplers 1 damian maia 2 bj penn 3 fabricio werdum
cant wait so see him out skilled both standing and on the ground come okt 23.Quote:
Originally Posted by NelsonLucca