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 The just incredible Justin Credible here with my thought and picks for today’s festivities put together by SP-ICON. They’re throwing 2 events in 1 day, and by the time they’re done Hilo will never be the same!
There are a total of 15 fights taking place, so there is no way in hell I’m doing a review of all of them, I mean I’m a writer and all but I also have a life…Despite the rumors…Anyways, let’s get into it!
One of the fights today that has me excited is Finn Balor V.S. Danny White! Two warriors doing what they do best in the cage. Under all the talk and comparisons this is in reality a Striker V.S Grappler match. Balor is a KO artist with 11 of his 24 wins coming by way of knockout, while Danny White has 9 of his 16 wins by submission. These men on paper are extremely evenly matched up. Oh, yes and one other thing, they’ve JUST fought each other! Their first fight went to the judges and many fans/critics believe that the judges did what they do best, got it wrong! Now… I personally thought they got it right, I had White winning rounds 1 and 3, but what do I know, I’m just an analyst who’s been watching/training/fighting in MMA his whole life, but aaaaanyways. This time around Finn Balor promises that the judges won’t be a factor in this one. He’s been quoted saying, “This time around I know he doesn’t want to strike with me, so I’m not worried about the little douche bag’s stand-up. I’m, going to be the aggressor in this fight and send him back into obscurity.” Danny White isn’t worried about his threats and promises it’ll be the same result, judges or no judges. He also has been clamoring for a title shot, and with another win (making it 3 in a row) it’ll be hard for the SP-ICON brass to ignore him. I’m picking Finn Balor to win this one and set-up a 3rd fight between these warriors!
This next fight is going to be a BJJ fan’s dream, and judging by the online forums this one is highly anticipated, Pedro Lopez v Ceasar Morgan! These are two of the best grapplers in the world facing off today 26 submission victories between them, this one is going to be interesting. This fight is going to be highly technical and could force some unbelievable ground fighting. On the other hand it could be boring as hell, and force two great BJJ fighters to try their incredibly embarrassing stand-up games. I’m hoping for the former, not the latter. Pedro Lopez is a former champion who hopes to return to the top of the food chain, and knows he has a tough road to get there. Ceasar Morgan recently fought for the title in his last bout, he was a very game opponent and almost made it to the 5th round until a quick stoppage by the referee, which the fans in attendance weren’t too happy about. Many believe that a win tonight could put him into a No.1 contender fight in his next bout, but Pedro Lopez won’t be an easy task to handle. Morgan had this to say about his last fight, “For the record, I wasn’t out last fight, I was obviously just resting before the last round and why was I motionless? Because I wanted my body to rest, he hit me hard no doubt but I remember everything he was in mount hit me, then next thing I know I have smelling salts waking me up from my nap…Also I have self-diagnosed Narcolepsy, so yeah….” Hmmm….This fight is a tough one, I’m picking Pedro Lopez to take home the W in this one!
A 145lb title fight between Bruce Armstrong v Eliah Marshal is one of our MAIN EVENTS today, and it is going to be a WAR! One man is a former 145lb champion who recently avenged his loss, the other is the current 145lb kingpin and will be looking to solidify his reign. This fight has the potential be a fight of the year candidate, Bruce Armstrong has very underrated stand-up and an elite submission game, while Eliah Marshal is an all-around stud with no glaring weaknesses. Both men have been in their own fair share of battles and will be looking to add another high profile name to their list of accomplishments. Bruce Armstrong is mainly a submission fighter who doesn’t shy away from trading punches in bunches and has champion experience. He says he is comfortable with wherever the fight takes place, clinch, pocket, and ground, doesn’t matter. He said, “I’ve held this title before and I’ll hold it again, I hope he under estimates my stand-up cause I’ll be happy to disappoint him. I’ll show him that I’ve improved greatly since my last fight and after I take his title I’ll let him come to my gym and teach him Jiu-Jitsu. Eliah Marshal is a 33 year old veteran with 49 fights already, 50 after this one. Many believe he may be coming to the end of his illustrious career, but Eliah Marshal thinks differently, “If I was out there taking beatings I’d agree, but I’m not, I’m the one giving them. I’m going to make Brucie my personal mission, and use him as a platform to show the world I’m still lethal and far from the end of my career!” With 18 KO’s to his credit, he sees himself adding another one to the record books, and so do I, Eliah Marshal for the win!
Our other card features an odd number of fights (6), but has some intriguing matches I’ll start with Marcello Trudeau v Sara McSlamm! Two veterans, two legends, two battle tested warriors going toe to toe in an epic clash of titans! How’s THAT for a fight promo? Sara McSlamm is the former Super-Heavyweight champion, but is also on a two fight losing streak which hasn’t boded well for his self-confidence. While his friends, family, and fans are pleading with the future hall of famer to hand up the gloves, he isn’t ready to do that quite yet. He believes he still has one more title run in him. His opponent is another fighter who commands respect from the MMA community, with over 50 fights to his name, at 40 years of age his circle is also calling for retirement. Marcello Trudeau thinks he too has a title run in him and it starts with beating Sara McSlamm. Trudeau has been all over social media calling out sand taunting McSlamm, even going as far as asking him what his parents were thinking by naming him Sara (fair question). Marcello Trudeau is confident he can get back to his exciting and winning ways here in SP-ICON and many fans in Hilo are eager to watch his debut! I’m picking one of my personal favorites in this one, Sara McSlamm!
In what many describe as a No.1 contender fight, Charles Cooper v JR Adams is our Co-Main Event! This fight is very interesting and could be the fight of the night, as a matter of fact, this is my pick for fight of the night, write that shit down… Charles Cooper is a 35 year old veteran who’s had a back and forth career which hit a high note in August when he fought then champion Arial Jones, but came up short. He’s rebounded for that loss and believes this is his last shot at another run for gold.In my interview with Mr. Cooper he said, “At 35 years old you have to start looking into life after fighting, especially after you’ve been in the amount of wars I’ve been in. It’s an unfortunate reality, but I’m looking out for my future. I’m going to give it one last chance, depending how this fight goes, I’ll evaluate my future.” JR Adams is a full-time pastor as well as a full-time MMA fighter. He is the former EFC 185lb champion and was once named the top prospect in MMA, he is making his SP-ICON debut with this fight and will certainly be looking to make a statement. He has vowed to send Charles Cooper into retirement after this fight. JR Adams is certainly one of the most high profile fighters on the card and with a win he might need to watch our Main Event closely because many think with a win in this fight, he may be facing the champion. I’m picking JR Adams to win this fight, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see an upset.
OUR MAIN EVENT! This one is another potential ‘Fight of the Year’ candidate! Lester Jangles v Thomas Raven for the 185lb strap! Just thinking of this fight gives me a chubby, and if it’s not the same with you, then YOU have the problems, not me! Both men on winning streaks, and both men have come a long way and have left a bloody trail of bodies behind them. Challenger Thomas Raven is on a 4 fight win streak that has seen him beat a who’s who of SP-ICON contenders and with the exception of one, he has made it all look easy. He is a stand-up extraordinaire with 14 (T)KO’s to his name. His footwork and angle cutting is very impressive, as well as his hand speed and combinations. What may play the difference here is his nerves, this is his first title fight, as well as his first time going (potentially) 5 rounds. His last fight showed us he has heart, but it also showed us his conditioning needs a little work, will that be the difference? We’ll find out later today! Lester Jangles is one of the most popular fighter in SP-ICON and it’s not hard to figure out why. He has charisma, cool nickname, great team, and above all else an exciting fighting style! With 19 (T)KO’s to his name to go along with his two, yes I said TWO title belts he has a target on his head (No pun intended)! Current CCF title holder and current SP-ICON 185 champ, Lester Jangles is a super star, but he has made a vow to not let the stardom get into his head (looking at you Conor). This 36 year old monster is destined for the hall of fame, but he’s said he’ll never let his life outside the cage to affect him inside of it, “I keep those things separate, people like to think because I do commercials and interviews and have been in a few movies that I’m not as dedicated to MMA, well I’ll make sure to shut them the hell up on the 13th. Thomas Raven, I’m sorry.” I’m definitely picking Lester Jangles to win this fight.
Thank You for reading (if you did, and if not then, F*** You)! Justin Credible, out….Picks Below
West, Harris, Cabrillo, Stark, Titanus, Balor, Lopez, Marshal.
Pain, Phoenix, Toney, McSlamm, Adams, Jangles
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