Dan "The Outlaw" Hardy +160

StanleySharp · 03-26-11, 03:30 PM

Thoughts everyone?

MMAdisciple · 03-26-11, 03:33 PM

That layoff is outta this world. I'd take Hardy by decision if anything though.

terpkeg · 03-26-11, 03:59 PM

Anthony Johnson has a power advantage and a better wrestling base. I wouldnt be suprised to see him score a takedown in Round 1. But, if he can't finish Hardy by early 2nd, I would expect him to fade fairly rapidly. Even without a layoff, his cardio has always appeared suspect.

I am leaning on a Hardy play as well, but havnt pulled the trigger. I dont feel extremely confident in my selections for this event as I have been wrapped up in NCAA tourney and not putting the necessary time into capping MMA.

BOL on your play though.

THE_LOCKSMITH · 03-26-11, 04:56 PM

bold play

Vaughany · 03-26-11, 04:59 PM

I see good value in Hardy at +175...his desire, determination, resilience and mental toughness could be the key in this one and his advantages in these areas may transcend Johnson's power and wrestling advantage...cant wait for it!

FlashinLeather · 03-26-11, 05:37 PM

Yea this fight is hard to bet on, if anything I like johnson I have never been that impressed with Hardy. I like the guy but he has really been hyped up for his ability to stand and bang, I just don't think he is as good as the hype.

StanleySharp · 03-26-11, 06:14 PM

Hardy is a fan favorite. From the weigh-in, walkout, intro, and in-fight antics... he plays one of the best mental games I've ever seen. I just like the matchup. I'm not sold on Johnson.. and the fact that he's been away for a while. He continues to struggle making weight... never a good sign. I just know one thing, Hardy will bring it tonight and will more than likely finish it. Can't wait!

Chairib · 03-26-11, 06:20 PM

I like Dan Hardy here as well for the simple fact Johnson has had a long long layoff from fighting. Cardio, timing, rhythm will not be there for him.

It'll be interesting if Dan's corrected the small flaw in his stand up game. If not, he could go down to another left hook again.

rocky502 · 03-26-11, 08:38 PM

Might take a flyer on him. He has a good punch and could catch a rusty unprepared fighter. Why not?

StanleySharp · 03-26-11, 08:53 PM

Someone is getting knocked out. Both of these guys are very dangerous

hels · 03-26-11, 09:01 PM

I'm with you on Hardy. This fight has too many unknowns so take the dog and see how it works out. I like your pick.

snake11eyes · 03-26-11, 09:09 PM

Thanks for putting the locks in. I'm going to play Johnson now.

Mr Handicapable · 03-26-11, 09:16 PM

Hardy is a nice value imo....could lose but I think he's too much for Johnson after such a long layoff!

Poppa Catfish · 03-26-11, 09:46 PM

Originally posted by Chairib

I like Dan Hardy here as well for the simple fact Johnson has had a long long layoff from fighting. Cardio, timing, rhythm will not be there for him.

It'll be interesting if Dan's corrected the small flaw in his stand up game. If not, he could go down to another left hook again.

Long layoff is death in all sports. I still can't back Hardy, way too many flaws, we don't know if he has that whole wrestling thing sorted out.

Poppa Catfish · 03-26-11, 10:38 PM

Yep, still can't wrestle.

rocky mattioli · 03-26-11, 10:43 PM

grappling = wolfsbane for arrr-dee...to keep him around(and he will)dana will have to match him very carefully....

jspectyper · 03-26-11, 10:43 PM

I was expecting a better performance from hardy. He's probly gonna get cut, its his 3rd in a row.

Vaughany · 03-26-11, 11:43 PM

Originally posted by rocky mattioli

grappling = wolfsbane for arrr-dee...to keep him around(and he will)dana will have to match him very carefully....

Originally posted by jspectyper

I was expecting a better performance from hardy. He's probly gonna get cut, its his 3rd in a row.

Gonna bring Phil Baroni back for him!!!

rocky mattioli · 03-26-11, 11:47 PM

Originally posted by Vaughany

Gonna bring Phil Baroni back for him!!!

......i just heard a rumor that dana signed jan finney....

Vaughany · 03-26-11, 11:58 PM

Originally posted by rocky mattioli

......i just heard a rumor that dana signed jan finney....

snake11eyes · 03-27-11, 09:21 AM

Thanks for the locks Stanley. I already had rumble, but added a little more after your post. never fails.

ttrace35 · 03-27-11, 11:49 AM

Originally posted by snake11eyes

Thanks for putting the locks in. I'm going to play Johnson now.

those fukkin dancing locks. Kiss of death.

jin2daj · 03-27-11, 07:15 PM

Originally posted by ttrace35

those fukkin dancing locks. Kiss of death.

lol i really get that feeling too.

Chairib · 03-27-11, 08:49 PM

How did you guys see this fight? I had a Black Dan Severn interrupt the match by dry humping Dan Hardy for three rounds.

Seriously, those last two fights were really really tough to sit through. Hardy certainly didn't come to fight but I don't like Rumble that much either.

JoshB · 03-27-11, 09:06 PM

The guy just has no tdd whatsoever, Rogerio showed better relexes than Hardy, and he is considerably older.

robotralph · 03-27-11, 11:31 PM

Did anyone forget that this kid actually got a title?