***UFC 91 or 92: Rampage/Wanderlei III***

ppw350Zunit · 09-16-2008, 04:19 PM

http://mmajunkie.com/news/5296/quint...rlei-silva.mma

Quinton Jackson preparing for UFC 91 fight with Wanderlei Silva

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson (28-7 MMA, 3-1 UFC) has begun preparations for a UFC 91 fight with Wanderlei Silva (32-8-1 MMA, 2-3 UFC).

Sources within Jackson's new camp at the Wolfslair Academy tell MMAjunkie.com (www.mmajunkie.com) that Jackson has agreed to the Nov. 15 bout and has already begun a six-week fight camp with the U.K.-based team.

However, the UFC has yet to announce the bout, and neither fighter could publicly confirm the match-up.

The Jackson-Silva bout will likely serve as the co-main event to UFC 91's headline fight of UFC heavyweight champion Randy Couture vs. Brock Lesnar. The fight card, which also includes Kenny Florian vs. Joe Stevenson, takes place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

MMARated.com first reported earlier this month that the Jackson-Silva fight was close to being finalized.

Jackson, who faces two felony (and four misdemeanor) charges stemming from a July hit-and-run and subsequent police chase in California, will return to competition for the first time since the bizarre incident and his recent split with longtime trainer and friend Juanito Ibarra. Under Ibarra's guidance, Jackson had won six consecutive fights, which included a first-round TKO of then-champ Chuck Liddell in May 2007, before his May title loss to Forrest Griffin.

Jackson, who recently pleaded not guilty to the charges, is currently scheduled for a Nov. 3 court date at which time he'll learn whether or not he'll go to trial due to his recent arrest.

Silva, meanwhile, recently picked up his first UFC win in nine years when he defeated Keith Jardine in quick and brutal fashion at UFC 84. He needed just 36 seconds for the knockout victory.

Silva competed in some early UFC events before heading to PRIDE to become one of the organization's biggest stars and most recognizable champions. However, his final two fights in the Japanese-based organization were both losses -- to Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic and Dan Henderson via knockouts -- and he stretched the losing streak to three straight when he dropped a unanimous decision to Liddell during his octagon return at UFC 79.

Silva owns two previous victories over Jackson -- one in 2003 and again in 2004 -- with both coming via knockout.

The winner of the Jackson-Silva fight will be in the thick of the UFC's light-heavyweight title picture, which also includes undefeated contender Lyoto Machida. However, Rashad Evans, fresh off a stunning knockout victory of Liddell, has been granted the first shot at Griffin's title. That bout is expected to take place later this year or in early 2009.

Tickets for UFC 91 go on sale to the UFC's fan club beginning Wednesday, and the general public can place its orders on Saturday.

i'm picking wanderlei 2nd round tko. i can't f'n wait for this event!!!

cwest350 · 09-16-2008, 04:33 PM

why would rampage take this fight. doesnt WS pretty much own him?!

ppw350Zunit · 09-16-2008, 04:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cwest350

why would rampage take this fight. doesnt WS pretty much own him?!

ws did

rampage the 2 times they fought but they're both different fighters now imo. it should be a good fight. looks like this fight won't happen til ufc 92 according to another source:

http://mmafighting.com/news/2008/09/...-silva-3-works

"Quinton "Rampage" Jackson and Wanderlei Silva have been told by the UFC that they will probably be fighting each other, Fighters Only Magazine reported Tuesday.

The UK mixed martial arts magazine was informed by Anthony McGann, the co-owner of Jackson's new camp, the Wolfslair Academy.

McGann said UFC 91 in November would be too early, and that they are looking for the fight to take place in the New Year."

Jay'Z · 09-16-2008, 04:43 PM

projected date?

Fluid1 · 09-16-2008, 05:57 PM

Wandy by KO 1st round.

craigo'sznprgrs · 09-16-2008, 07:46 PM

Rampage by Powerbomb:

Best knockout that has ever happened in MMA history IMHO!

09-16-2008, 08:07 PM

wow not the fight i thought rampage would use as a comeback. i thought maybe rua

damn if they put this on 91 its a supercard. it could stand on its own as a 92 though.

ppw350Zunit · 09-16-2008, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by MC

wow not the fight i thought rampage would use as a comeback. i thought maybe rua

i think he would get destroyed by rua.

09-16-2008, 10:31 PM

yeah i mean im not saying that would be a W for him but i think the wanderlei fight would be a harder fight for him. i know his history with both im just going on rua and silva last 2 showings. i know rua had the injury and silva had the raping of jardine

Leman'sSunset03 · 09-17-2008, 09:59 AM

I hope this fight happens, Rampage might come back stronger than ever. Wanderlei looked awesome in his last fight though so it should end with someone getting laid out in the 1st or 2nd round.

fallenromeo · 09-17-2008, 10:06 AM

Rashad Evans is now the number 1 contender and is getting a title shot? Lame.

Wandy by KO first round if he comes in looking anything like he did against Jardine.

Fluid1 · 09-17-2008, 10:38 AM

Who else do you think should be getting a shot at Forrest right now?

Rampage is the only one.
Wandy's 1-1 in his last 2.
Rua lost to Forrest and got injured
Chuck got ktfo
Jardine got ktfo
Rich Franklin needs to beat another guy on this list here
Loyto Machida I hate, but he should get a shot with another UFC victory over quality competition in a stoppage.

So..... Rashaad deserves a shot as he's still undefeated....

P.S. Rashaad is going to take Forrest's title too

ppw350Zunit · 09-17-2008, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fluid1

Who else do you think should be getting a shot at Forrest right now?
Rua lost to Forrest and got injured

rua fought forest with a torn acl.

Fluid1 · 09-17-2008, 01:24 PM

That was a great career move

Kushtech · 09-17-2008, 01:43 PM

wandy by knees to the dome

cdtcpl · 09-18-2008, 03:43 AM

This fight should be very good for a couple of reasons. Rampage never really trained while fighting in Pride. He has always been very vocal about his dislike of training, but now he knows he has to do it to keep winning and keep the paychecks rolling in. Both of these men now have different styles and should produce a different fight with the possibility of a different outcome. Also add to it the age factor. Rampage has seemed to take aging better than Wandy, but that by no means makes Wandy an instant loser, I mean it in the way that Rampage can still get in the cage and fight sometimes off pure addrenaline but in the Chuck fight Wandy showed that he has lost some of that.

I think this fight ends in a flash, and I can't even guess which round. Both of these men love to plant their feet and throw bombs, clinching afterwards and trying to get in dirty boxing (Rampage) or knees (Wandy) to add to the fists. It would really be advantageous to Rampage to take the fight to the ground as he does have a better ground game than Wandy, but both men want a slugfest and will probably have it.

KobeClix · 09-18-2008, 04:53 PM

i see the fight ending like the last two with rampage on the floor looking half- dead. wandy's flurry is better than rampage's flurry.

09-16-2008, 04:19 PM	#1
ppw350Zunit Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: The OC Posts: 2,311 iTrader: (8)	*UFC 91 or 92: Rampage/Wanderlei III* http://mmajunkie.com/news/5296/quint...rlei-silva.mma Quinton Jackson preparing for UFC 91 fight with Wanderlei Silva Former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson (28-7 MMA, 3-1 UFC) has begun preparations for a UFC 91 fight with Wanderlei Silva (32-8-1 MMA, 2-3 UFC). Sources within Jackson's new camp at the Wolfslair Academy tell MMAjunkie.com (www.mmajunkie.com) that Jackson has agreed to the Nov. 15 bout and has already begun a six-week fight camp with the U.K.-based team. However, the UFC has yet to announce the bout, and neither fighter could publicly confirm the match-up. The Jackson-Silva bout will likely serve as the co-main event to UFC 91's headline fight of UFC heavyweight champion Randy Couture vs. Brock Lesnar. The fight card, which also includes Kenny Florian vs. Joe Stevenson, takes place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. MMARated.com first reported earlier this month that the Jackson-Silva fight was close to being finalized. Jackson, who faces two felony (and four misdemeanor) charges stemming from a July hit-and-run and subsequent police chase in California, will return to competition for the first time since the bizarre incident and his recent split with longtime trainer and friend Juanito Ibarra. Under Ibarra's guidance, Jackson had won six consecutive fights, which included a first-round TKO of then-champ Chuck Liddell in May 2007, before his May title loss to Forrest Griffin. Jackson, who recently pleaded not guilty to the charges, is currently scheduled for a Nov. 3 court date at which time he'll learn whether or not he'll go to trial due to his recent arrest. Silva, meanwhile, recently picked up his first UFC win in nine years when he defeated Keith Jardine in quick and brutal fashion at UFC 84. He needed just 36 seconds for the knockout victory. Silva competed in some early UFC events before heading to PRIDE to become one of the organization's biggest stars and most recognizable champions. However, his final two fights in the Japanese-based organization were both losses -- to Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic and Dan Henderson via knockouts -- and he stretched the losing streak to three straight when he dropped a unanimous decision to Liddell during his octagon return at UFC 79. Silva owns two previous victories over Jackson -- one in 2003 and again in 2004 -- with both coming via knockout. The winner of the Jackson-Silva fight will be in the thick of the UFC's light-heavyweight title picture, which also includes undefeated contender Lyoto Machida. However, Rashad Evans, fresh off a stunning knockout victory of Liddell, has been granted the first shot at Griffin's title. That bout is expected to take place later this year or in early 2009. Tickets for UFC 91 go on sale to the UFC's fan club beginning Wednesday, and the general public can place its orders on Saturday. i'm picking wanderlei 2nd round tko. i can't f'n wait for this event!!! Last edited by ppw350Zunit; 09-16-2008 at 04:37 PM.

09-16-2008, 04:33 PM	#2
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09-16-2008, 04:43 PM	#4
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09-16-2008, 05:57 PM	#5
Fluid1 Hater Join Date: May 2005 Location: The End of The Line Posts: 10,824 iTrader: (17)	Wandy by KO 1st round. __________________ Originally Posted by MC: if shamrock KO's kimbo i'll tap dance on the hood of my GTR in high heels.

09-16-2008, 07:46 PM	#6
craigo'sznprgrs Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Georgia Posts: 2,141 iTrader: (24)	Rampage by Powerbomb: Best knockout that has ever happened in MMA history IMHO! __________________ Forged, FCON'd and FAST!

09-16-2008, 08:07 PM	#7
** Guest Posts: n/a	wow not the fight i thought rampage would use as a comeback. i thought maybe rua damn if they put this on 91 its a supercard. it could stand on its own as a 92 though.

09-16-2008, 10:31 PM	#9
** Guest Posts: n/a	yeah i mean im not saying that would be a W for him but i think the wanderlei fight would be a harder fight for him. i know his history with both im just going on rua and silva last 2 showings. i know rua had the injury and silva had the raping of jardine

09-17-2008, 09:59 AM	#10
Leman'sSunset03 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: SC Posts: 401 iTrader: (0)	I hope this fight happens, Rampage might come back stronger than ever. Wanderlei looked awesome in his last fight though so it should end with someone getting laid out in the 1st or 2nd round. __________________ 2008 Civic Si Coupe - Akita Ak-1 Wheels (HyperSilver) - Tanabe Super Medallion Exhaust - AEM SRI

09-17-2008, 10:06 AM	#11
fallenromeo Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: The Cubicle of Hate Posts: 3,969 iTrader: (3)	Rashad Evans is now the number 1 contender and is getting a title shot? Lame. Wandy by KO first round if he comes in looking anything like he did against Jardine.

09-17-2008, 10:38 AM	#12
Fluid1 Hater Join Date: May 2005 Location: The End of The Line Posts: 10,824 iTrader: (17)	Who else do you think should be getting a shot at Forrest right now? Rampage is the only one. Wandy's 1-1 in his last 2. Rua lost to Forrest and got injured Chuck got ktfo Jardine got ktfo Rich Franklin needs to beat another guy on this list here Loyto Machida I hate, but he should get a shot with another UFC victory over quality competition in a stoppage. So..... Rashaad deserves a shot as he's still undefeated.... P.S. Rashaad is going to take Forrest's title too __________________ Originally Posted by MC: if shamrock KO's kimbo i'll tap dance on the hood of my GTR in high heels.

09-17-2008, 01:24 PM	#14
Fluid1 Hater Join Date: May 2005 Location: The End of The Line Posts: 10,824 iTrader: (17)	That was a great career move __________________ Originally Posted by MC: if shamrock KO's kimbo i'll tap dance on the hood of my GTR in high heels.

09-17-2008, 01:43 PM	#15
Kushtech Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: newport beach, california Posts: 163 iTrader: (0)	wandy by knees to the dome __________________ Knightrider

09-18-2008, 03:43 AM	#16
cdtcpl Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: MD Posts: 31 iTrader: (0)	This fight should be very good for a couple of reasons. Rampage never really trained while fighting in Pride. He has always been very vocal about his dislike of training, but now he knows he has to do it to keep winning and keep the paychecks rolling in. Both of these men now have different styles and should produce a different fight with the possibility of a different outcome. Also add to it the age factor. Rampage has seemed to take aging better than Wandy, but that by no means makes Wandy an instant loser, I mean it in the way that Rampage can still get in the cage and fight sometimes off pure addrenaline but in the Chuck fight Wandy showed that he has lost some of that. I think this fight ends in a flash, and I can't even guess which round. Both of these men love to plant their feet and throw bombs, clinching afterwards and trying to get in dirty boxing (Rampage) or knees (Wandy) to add to the fists. It would really be advantageous to Rampage to take the fight to the ground as he does have a better ground game than Wandy, but both men want a slugfest and will probably have it.

09-18-2008, 04:53 PM	#17
KobeClix Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: california Posts: 10 iTrader: (0)	i see the fight ending like the last two with rampage on the floor looking half- dead. wandy's flurry is better than rampage's flurry.