LOL.

But Dana has said otherwise, and he's never misled us before.

He has the same TUF deal but if he makes it into the UFC, his contract is different. A LOT f***ing different.
He's getting zero special treatment, he's not getting anything anyone else isn't getting.

I'd like VAK to show up in this thread and tell us why Dana has been consistent all along. And that TUF offer was really just a slight on Kimbo and that he has to win the show to make it into the house.

Sounda like Big Country got himself on Dana's shit list by winning. Kind of ironic since Dana also went off on Shaw for encouraging Seth to stand (knowing that is where Kimbo has the best shot)

"Sounda like Big Country got himself on Dana's shit list by winning"

I see Big Country in Strikeforce if he doesnt win TUF. you dont mess with the golden goose.

Originally Posted by Pimach

"Sounda like Big Country got himself on Dana's shit list by winning"

I see Big Country in Strikeforce if he doesnt win TUF. you dont mess with the golden goose.

Dana should have told Rashad in secret not to make that matchup; Dana said a year ago that Kimbo wasn't good enough to be on TUF and Roy Nelson was good enough to be in the UFC without going on this show.

He mocked his GNP right after the fight which is pretty lame considering Shaw's wish that people stand with Kimbo.

Not like Dana doesn't have say in later matchups (it's his decision) and same thing about who returns to the show.

If that guy Marcus complains about his knee or whatever, Dana will press hardcore for him to drop out. (see if it's his decision or if Dana steps in out of concern for "his health")

Originally Posted by clmetal

Dana should have told Rashad in secret not to make that matchup; Dana said a year ago that Kimbo wasn't good enough to be on TUF and Roy Nelson was good enough to be in the UFC without going on this show.

He mocked his GNP right after the fight which is pretty lame considering Shaw's wish that people stand with Kimbo.

Not like Dana doesn't have say in later matchups (it's his decision) and same thing about who returns to the show.

If that guy Marcus complains about his knee or whatever, Dana will press hardcore for him to drop out. (see if it's his decision or if Dana steps in out of concern for "his health")

yeah its not cool talking about the dudes gnp but then thats the area that DW should be talking about, I wonder what would have happened if BC ko'd Slice.

I was thinking about that Marcus guy and his gimpy knee, Im sure Rampage wouldnt mind getting rid of him too, he seemed annoyed by him.

Originally Posted by Pimach

yeah its not cool talking about the dudes gnp but then thats the area that DW should be talking about, I wonder what would have happened if BC ko'd Slice.

I was thinking about that Marcus guy and his gimpy knee, Im sure Rampage wouldnt mind getting rid of him too, he seemed annoyed by him.

Kind of like last season, a fighter may complain while saying he wants to fight. Can't show any weakness or DW will act. I think he'll pounce on this, but I think this guy really does want to fight

I think its great that Dana White has been able to set his personal feelings about Kimbo Slice aside, and give him an opportunity on TUF, just like any other up and comer. This is a great chance for Kimbo to really make a run at an MMA career and allow the main stream fan to really get to know him. We understand that he isn't the best, we get that. We know that he has a long way to go yet, that's clear. But what's really important for MMA is that we get to see a real guy, in a real situation where he's a huge under dog, and he's fighting for legitimacy. That's compelling Claudale and that makes for good TV. If I were a young kid, I'd be looking up to Kimbo Slice as a roll model. The inner me Claudale, the inner me. And there's nothing wrong with that. Mr Dana White should be praised for his efforts, instead you criticize him.

Originally Posted by Adolf Oliverbush

I think its great that Dana White has been able to set his personal feelings about Kimbo Slice aside, and give him an opportunity on TUF, just like any other up and comer. This is a great chance for Kimbo to really make a run at an MMA career and allow the main stream fan to really get to know him. We understand that he isn't the best, we get that. We know that he has a long way to go yet, that's clear. But what's really important for MMA is that we get to see a real guy, in a real situation where he's a huge under dog, and he's fighting for legitimacy. That's compelling Claudale and that makes for good TV. If I were a young kid, I'd be looking up to Kimbo Slice as a roll model. The inner me Claudale, the inner me. And there's nothing wrong with that. Mr Dana White should be praised for his efforts, instead you criticize him.

35 year old up and comer.

Adolf, with Dana and Kimbo it's simple, I just need to dig up his own words. Difference now is Elite had him while he was undefeated and the UFC is all over a guy who has lost 2 strait; 1 in TUF and one to a guy "who wasn't good enough for the UFC; who couldn't even win TUF" - Dana's words (paraphrasing)

You always liked him, so that's fine. And I understand the ratings angle from the UFC. But besides the obvious hypocrisy Dana, too much of this takes away from the sport. If he wins a reality show where he got a 2nd shot because of ratings. Legit sports like the UFC can't just favor fan favorites. (this is them going the WWF route)