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Starlord_01 · 22-10-2020, 14:57

I know the narrative of "he's Khabib toughest fight to date" is spewed around a lot, but I genuinely think that this is.

None of Khabib's previous opponents have been able to efficiently fight the takedown and I feel that Gaethje's experience and background could prove tricky.

bazwraf · 22-10-2020, 15:05

Expect Khabib to do exactly what he has done in all of his other fights.
Hope that Justin knocks him out.

US2 · 22-10-2020, 15:10

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Originally Posted by H8GHOTI

Same.

It’d cost €10 on NowTV app for regular BT. Was definitely going to get it. Good price & easy.

In two minds now. PPV is €30 and bit more awkward too because I will have to buy on a different device to cast or connect by HDMI. Only £20 in the UK as well which is a nice paddy tax they’re charging.

I don’t see replays anywhere either. Be difficult to avoid the result anyway.

You can't buy it to stream as far as I know, only available to buy for BT supscribers

GiftofGab · 22-10-2020, 15:40

Is this available on now tv (have bt sports)? Or available on sky?

Too Tough To Die · 22-10-2020, 16:03

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Originally Posted by Starlord_01

I know the narrative of "he's Khabib toughest fight to date" is spewed around a lot, but I genuinely think that this is.

None of Khabib's previous opponents have been able to efficiently fight the takedown and I feel that Gaethje's experience and background could prove tricky.

I thought that until I watched the first round of his fight with Brian Cobb.

US2 · 22-10-2020, 16:51

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Originally Posted by Too Tough To Die

I thought that until I watched the first round of his fight with Brian Cobb.

How many years ago is that ? Watch Khabib v Tibau

xtal191 · 22-10-2020, 16:52

Khabib to get cocky with his standup and get knocked out in second or third round

theteal · 22-10-2020, 16:58

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Originally Posted by H8GHOTI

Same.

It’d cost €10 on NowTV app for regular BT. Was definitely going to get it. Good price & easy.

In two minds now. PPV is €30 and bit more awkward too because I will have to buy on a different device to cast or connect by HDMI. Only £20 in the UK as well which is a nice paddy tax they’re charging.

I don’t see replays anywhere either. Be difficult to avoid the result anyway.

I'm in the UK and I'm not paying £20 for it. I pay enough for BT Sport already. I can't do dodgy streams coz the quality bugs me but I'll find a recording of it somewhere afterwards. Not difficult to avoid the result imo, lockdown means it's not like someone will blurt it out in the pub before I get to see it.

Too Tough To Die · 22-10-2020, 17:20

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Originally Posted by US2

How many years ago is that ? Watch Khabib v Tibau

It's a lot closer to his amateur wrestling peak. I've seen nothing to suggest he's improved that aspect of his game since.

hawaii501 · 22-10-2020, 17:43

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Originally Posted by xtal191

Khabib to get cocky with his standup and get knocked out in second or third round

I actually think this has a chance but surely he won't do this.
Hoping its Khabib time as usual!!

Looking forward to Whittaker against Cannonier too - I think Whittaker KO's him

Fromvert · 22-10-2020, 18:22

I'm hoping Gaethje can make a fight of it but over the years there's been too much talk about him having not a lot of interest in wrestling/grappling anymore. Have a feeling he'll be put on his back and be stuck there, ground out and maybe submitted late. Anyone know anything about his submission ability, defensive ability really.

I just want to see Khabib challenged, watching greatness is great but it needs to be challenged sometimes so hopefully Gaethje can provide some but I think it'll be more of the same from Khabib.

But MMA has had plenty of greats look unbeatable until they get a whooping you don't see coming.

Zero-Cool · 22-10-2020, 18:29

I'd be so ****ing happy if Justin won. He's come a long way from his ufc debut and he's looked incredible the last few fights. Usually don't get excited for a Khabib hug fest but this could be great!

Porthallian · 22-10-2020, 19:27

Someone went for Gaethje by submission. Imagine.

Gamb!t · 22-10-2020, 19:34

You merely adopted the octagon,I was born in it, moulded by it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E83F0JF_h58

mdwexford · 22-10-2020, 21:16

Love watching both guys fight and like them both as well.

Khabib will do what he does. Relentless chain takedowns and try and control Justin on the ground and pound him into oblivion. If a submission opportunity presents itself if Justin gasses he will take it.

Justin will use distance and range to try and land his vicious leg kicks and punches. The key will be can he avoid some takedowns and when he gets taken down can he pop back up before getting damaged and tired or will the constant pressure be too much like it has been for everyone before him. Will his fabled wrestling be enough to give him confidence to go for his strikes without the fear of being controlled for the round.

The two top guys in the world both at the peak of their powers.

It’s the most exciting fight it’s possible for the UFC to make, literally cannot wait to see it.

View Poll Results: Winner & Method
Khabib - Decision	15	18.75%
Gaethje - Decision	6	7.50%
Khabib - KO/TKO	9	11.25%
Gaethje - KO/TKO	24	30.00%
Khabib - Submission	25	31.25%
Gaethje - Submission	1	1.25%
Voters: 80. You may not vote on this poll

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Gamb!t Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 1,163 Adverts \| Friends	You merely adopted the octagon,I was born in it, moulded by it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E83F0JF_h58 Last edited by Gamb!t; 22-10-2020 at 19:39.

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22-10-2020, 14:57	#16
Starlord_01 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2020 Posts: 403 Adverts \| Friends	I know the narrative of "he's Khabib toughest fight to date" is spewed around a lot, but I genuinely think that this is. None of Khabib's previous opponents have been able to efficiently fight the takedown and I feel that Gaethje's experience and background could prove tricky.

22-10-2020, 15:05	#17
bazwraf Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 1,024 Adverts \| Friends	Expect Khabib to do exactly what he has done in all of his other fights. Hope that Justin knocks him out.

22-10-2020, 15:40	#19
GiftofGab Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 1,924 Adverts \| Friends	Is this available on now tv (have bt sports)? Or available on sky?

22-10-2020, 16:52	#22
xtal191 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 5,547 Adverts \| Friends	Khabib to get cocky with his standup and get knocked out in second or third round

22-10-2020, 18:22	#26
Fromvert Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 3,974 Adverts \| Friends	I'm hoping Gaethje can make a fight of it but over the years there's been too much talk about him having not a lot of interest in wrestling/grappling anymore. Have a feeling he'll be put on his back and be stuck there, ground out and maybe submitted late. Anyone know anything about his submission ability, defensive ability really. I just want to see Khabib challenged, watching greatness is great but it needs to be challenged sometimes so hopefully Gaethje can provide some but I think it'll be more of the same from Khabib. But MMA has had plenty of greats look unbeatable until they get a whooping you don't see coming.

22-10-2020, 18:29	#27
Zero-Cool Wanted Level Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 25,375 Adverts \| Friends	I'd be so ****ing happy if Justin won. He's come a long way from his ufc debut and he's looked incredible the last few fights. Usually don't get excited for a Khabib hug fest but this could be great!

22-10-2020, 19:27	#28
Porthallian Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Posts: 2,017 Adverts \| Friends	Someone went for Gaethje by submission. Imagine.

22-10-2020, 21:16	#30
mdwexford Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 10,680 Adverts \| Friends	Love watching both guys fight and like them both as well. Khabib will do what he does. Relentless chain takedowns and try and control Justin on the ground and pound him into oblivion. If a submission opportunity presents itself if Justin gasses he will take it. Justin will use distance and range to try and land his vicious leg kicks and punches. The key will be can he avoid some takedowns and when he gets taken down can he pop back up before getting damaged and tired or will the constant pressure be too much like it has been for everyone before him. Will his fabled wrestling be enough to give him confidence to go for his strikes without the fear of being controlled for the round. The two top guys in the world both at the peak of their powers. It’s the most exciting fight it’s possible for the UFC to make, literally cannot wait to see it.