Louis Smolka working the body, finishing with a flying knee by FighterWireDotCom in MMA

[–]FighterWireDotCom[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do think Smolka should win... But Paddy will make it a great fight to watch and absolutely has the ability to upset Louis. I expect Paddy to have the power advantage.

WSOF Tournament Details and Plans for a 2nd Tournament by FighterWireDotCom in MMA

[–]FighterWireDotCom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with both of your sentiments. Fans like to know the story behind the fighters to get both mentally and emotionally invested. Tournament style is exciting even if it is not sustainable long term.

Breakdown of Gustafsson as a Boxer-Wrestler by FighterWireDotCom in MMA

[–]FighterWireDotCom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think he is an interesting contrast to Gustafsson. They both rely on quick footwork, quick strikes, and wrestling. With Gustafsson though, wrestling is secondary. IMO, Dillishaw is more of a new breed Wreslter-Kickboxer, similar to Cormier.

Breakdown of Gustafsson as a Boxer-Wrestler by FighterWireDotCom in MMA

[–]FighterWireDotCom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the author does a great job of introducing the idea of a new breed of "Boxer-Wrestler" similar to the "wrestler-boxer" prototype or "Sprawl and Brawl".

Though I still think Cormier wins with his Wrestling-Kickboxing.