For UFC 90, I will be bringing in a special guest writer, my lovely wife Robyn. I would like to say that she has been nagging me and I’m doing this to get her off my back, but that would be a sad lie. The truth of the matter is, my last few UFC picks have been so bad, that I thought maybe the added pressure of picking against her could help me out. Perhaps I can find my very own Jobu in a little spousal rivalry. Oh, and the fact that her UFC picks have been hitting for a couple of months now might also have something to do with it.
Is very bad to steal Jobu’s rum
So without further ado, UFC 90! Featuring the greatest pound for pound fighter today…KIMBO SLICE!! Just kidding. It’s back to YouTube for Mr. Slice.
Anderson Silva -750
Patrick Cote +525
Anderson Silva (22-4-0) is here! This month’s victim comes in the form of Canadian fighter Patrick Cote (14-4-0). We can mix words and speculate all day long about Cote’s chances, but it’s just not happening. He is on a nice run, winning four matches in a row, including TKO’s over Kendall Grove and Drew McFedries, but this is a different level.
Remember about 20 years ago when DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince sang “Nobody can beat Mike Tyson”? I think a good modern day equivalent for that would be 50 Cent rapping “Anderson Silva is Going to Kill You.” The man is just deadly. Rich Franklin is still looking for his nose. Just a couple weeks ago, Silva made a guest coaching appearance on The Ultimate Fighter. Even in sparring, I was afraid for some of the contestants’ health!
This will be a five round title fight. Silva’s odds seem to be moving around a bit. At 5dimes he was listed at -650 earlier on Friday, and jumped up to -750 later that evening. 5dimes is also offering odds on the fight going the full distance. Once again, huge odds for it not going to the judges at -750, but The Spider’s wicked knees should end this fight before it gets to that point. Robyn?
Robyn:
I think this fight is pretty much a no-brainer. With an incredible striking ability, Silva will once again defeat his challenger, further proving his worth to the UFC. While Cote is an impressive fighter, he hasn’t quite faced the caliber of competition that Silva has been matched with. With only six fights remaining in his contract before his rumored retirement, look for Silva to dominate Cote ending in a second round submission…or involuntary manslaughter.
Dana White -1,000,000
Elite XC +700,000
Dana White all day long. Was there ever any question? What a Cracker Jack operation Elite was.
Josh Koscheck -170
Thiago Alves +130
Diego Sanchez had to bow out with an injury, so that opened the door for Josh Koscheck (13-2-0) to take on Thiago Alves (21-4-0). I grew tired of Koscheck’s gig the moment it began on the first installment of The Ultimate Fighter. This whole new look with the dark shaved in beard to go along with his bleached locks makes me want to punch inanimate objects. I don’t know if he’s going for the Hollywood Hulk Hogan look, but given my patience for that clown these days, it just makes me angrier.
Putting my bias aside, Koscheck is on a bit of a roll, losing only once in his last eight bouts, to Georges St-Pierre. Nothing to be ashamed of there, as St-Pierre is grade-A steak.
Alves is on a roll too, winning six matches in a row, including two consecutive second round TKO’s against Karo Parisyn and Matt Hughes. I think he is a steal at +130 here. Hopefully Robyn agrees.
Robyn:
I am not a Koscheck fan and I do not think that he will win, however I do believe that this will be a great fight. Coming off of his recent win over Matt Hughes, Thiago’s ego will be riding high and looking to eat the soul of yet another big name. Look for the fight to end in a decision favorable to Alves.
Sean Sherk -240
Tyson Griffin +200
In the land of ridiculous UFC nicknames, I think that Sean “The Muscle Shark” Sherk (36-3-1) takes the stupid cake. Sherk will be looking to rebound from his loss to BJ Penn. He will have to beat the exciting Tyson Griffin (12-1-0) to regain his winning ways.
In June 07 Griffin fought Clay Guida in the most exciting UFC match I’ve seen to date. I became a big fan of both fighters that day. The problem is, I lost that fight, and about 75% of the fights involving either of those guys since that day. So when I tell you that I think Sherk will be able to overpower Griffin and win this fight, you might want to run to your favorite sportsbook and bet the other way. I’ll probably lose on a disqualification because a syringe will fall out of Sherk’s trousers. LOL, steroid humor.
Robyn:
There is nothing more precious than two tiny, sweaty guys rolling around on top of each other in the octagon. But seriously though, both Sherk and Griffin will exchange take downs and blows that will more than likely end in a decision. I am going with Griffin.
I’m sorry, is it just me or does Bruce Buffer remind you of the kind of guy who wears a Speedo and tweezes his chest hair while listening to ABBA?
Anderson Silva -130
Any 10 Guys in the Crowd +110
Anderson Silva. Seriously.
Gray Maynard -220
Rich Clementi +180
Gray Maynard (6-0-1) will represent in full Pink Hamster fashion. That’s not always a good thing. I expect Rich “No Love” Clementi (40-12-1) to bring out splotches on Maynard’s body in new and exciting places.
Glad you could make it
Maynard fights out of the great Randy Couture’s camp, and has garnered a 3-0-1 record in the UFC. His fights have been against absolutely no one, although his match against Rob Emerson was probably the most hilarious draw in the history of the game.
Clementi has won four in a row, including a demoralizing first round choke out of Melvin Guillard. After the tap, No Love stood up above his fallen opponent and thrust his hips in a disrespectful manner. He then told him to get out of his ring. Not the most cordial of fellas, but regardless, I think he will be able to handle Gray’s grappling and win this fight.
Robyn:
The last two cards have been missing the usual overabundance of pink hamsters. Maynard is a very well rounded fighter making him dangerous both on his feet and on the ground. Clementi reminds me of a slightly taller Lil’ Evil. While this should impress me, it does not. Maynard has the skills needed to win this fight. Look for Maynard to win by TKO.
Final tally: We both agree on Silva and Alves; disagree on the other two fights. Tonight…we dine in hell!
Is very bad to steal Jobu’s rum
So without further ado, UFC 90! Featuring the greatest pound for pound fighter today…KIMBO SLICE!! Just kidding. It’s back to YouTube for Mr. Slice.
Anderson Silva -750
Patrick Cote +525
Anderson Silva (22-4-0) is here! This month’s victim comes in the form of Canadian fighter Patrick Cote (14-4-0). We can mix words and speculate all day long about Cote’s chances, but it’s just not happening. He is on a nice run, winning four matches in a row, including TKO’s over Kendall Grove and Drew McFedries, but this is a different level.
Remember about 20 years ago when DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince sang “Nobody can beat Mike Tyson”? I think a good modern day equivalent for that would be 50 Cent rapping “Anderson Silva is Going to Kill You.” The man is just deadly. Rich Franklin is still looking for his nose. Just a couple weeks ago, Silva made a guest coaching appearance on The Ultimate Fighter. Even in sparring, I was afraid for some of the contestants’ health!
This will be a five round title fight. Silva’s odds seem to be moving around a bit. At 5dimes he was listed at -650 earlier on Friday, and jumped up to -750 later that evening. 5dimes is also offering odds on the fight going the full distance. Once again, huge odds for it not going to the judges at -750, but The Spider’s wicked knees should end this fight before it gets to that point. Robyn?
Robyn:
I think this fight is pretty much a no-brainer. With an incredible striking ability, Silva will once again defeat his challenger, further proving his worth to the UFC. While Cote is an impressive fighter, he hasn’t quite faced the caliber of competition that Silva has been matched with. With only six fights remaining in his contract before his rumored retirement, look for Silva to dominate Cote ending in a second round submission…or involuntary manslaughter.
Dana White -1,000,000
Elite XC +700,000
Dana White all day long. Was there ever any question? What a Cracker Jack operation Elite was.
Josh Koscheck -170
Thiago Alves +130
Diego Sanchez had to bow out with an injury, so that opened the door for Josh Koscheck (13-2-0) to take on Thiago Alves (21-4-0). I grew tired of Koscheck’s gig the moment it began on the first installment of The Ultimate Fighter. This whole new look with the dark shaved in beard to go along with his bleached locks makes me want to punch inanimate objects. I don’t know if he’s going for the Hollywood Hulk Hogan look, but given my patience for that clown these days, it just makes me angrier.
Go away
Putting my bias aside, Koscheck is on a bit of a roll, losing only once in his last eight bouts, to Georges St-Pierre. Nothing to be ashamed of there, as St-Pierre is grade-A steak.
Alves is on a roll too, winning six matches in a row, including two consecutive second round TKO’s against Karo Parisyn and Matt Hughes. I think he is a steal at +130 here. Hopefully Robyn agrees.
Robyn:
I am not a Koscheck fan and I do not think that he will win, however I do believe that this will be a great fight. Coming off of his recent win over Matt Hughes, Thiago’s ego will be riding high and looking to eat the soul of yet another big name. Look for the fight to end in a decision favorable to Alves.
Sean Sherk -240
Tyson Griffin +200
In the land of ridiculous UFC nicknames, I think that Sean “The Muscle Shark” Sherk (36-3-1) takes the stupid cake. Sherk will be looking to rebound from his loss to BJ Penn. He will have to beat the exciting Tyson Griffin (12-1-0) to regain his winning ways.
In June 07 Griffin fought Clay Guida in the most exciting UFC match I’ve seen to date. I became a big fan of both fighters that day. The problem is, I lost that fight, and about 75% of the fights involving either of those guys since that day. So when I tell you that I think Sherk will be able to overpower Griffin and win this fight, you might want to run to your favorite sportsbook and bet the other way. I’ll probably lose on a disqualification because a syringe will fall out of Sherk’s trousers. LOL, steroid humor.
Jose Canseco is gonna tell
Robyn:
There is nothing more precious than two tiny, sweaty guys rolling around on top of each other in the octagon. But seriously though, both Sherk and Griffin will exchange take downs and blows that will more than likely end in a decision. I am going with Griffin.
I’m sorry, is it just me or does Bruce Buffer remind you of the kind of guy who wears a Speedo and tweezes his chest hair while listening to ABBA?
Anderson Silva -130
Any 10 Guys in the Crowd +110
Anderson Silva. Seriously.
Gray Maynard -220
Rich Clementi +180
Gray Maynard (6-0-1) will represent in full Pink Hamster fashion. That’s not always a good thing. I expect Rich “No Love” Clementi (40-12-1) to bring out splotches on Maynard’s body in new and exciting places.
Glad you could make it
Maynard fights out of the great Randy Couture’s camp, and has garnered a 3-0-1 record in the UFC. His fights have been against absolutely no one, although his match against Rob Emerson was probably the most hilarious draw in the history of the game.
Clementi has won four in a row, including a demoralizing first round choke out of Melvin Guillard. After the tap, No Love stood up above his fallen opponent and thrust his hips in a disrespectful manner. He then told him to get out of his ring. Not the most cordial of fellas, but regardless, I think he will be able to handle Gray’s grappling and win this fight.
Robyn:
The last two cards have been missing the usual overabundance of pink hamsters. Maynard is a very well rounded fighter making him dangerous both on his feet and on the ground. Clementi reminds me of a slightly taller Lil’ Evil. While this should impress me, it does not. Maynard has the skills needed to win this fight. Look for Maynard to win by TKO.
Final tally: We both agree on Silva and Alves; disagree on the other two fights. Tonight…we dine in hell!
GL guys.
Pretty good night with the picks. Anderson Silva is a jackass.
