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I ask for no prize.... Edit No it's not that goes to BaddaBing the blue numbers said 999 so I thought it was Maybe he will ask for a prize???

GSP-Diaz could coach at TUF 14May 22, 2011
Georges St-PierreIt's very possible that Georges St-Pierre and Nick Diaz could be the coaches for TUF 14.

If the rumours are true that UFC Welterweight Champion Georges St-Pierre and Strikeforce Welterweight Champion Nick Diaz will square off in a "champion vs champion" bout on Dec.10 at UFC 140 in Montreal, then there are certain mathematics that may dictate whether these two may be in consideration to appear as coaches on Season 14 of The Ultimate Fighter.

With TUF 14 expected to make its television debut on Sept. 14, I urge you to grab a calendar, and hear me out.

On average, a season of TUF lasts approximately 12-13 weeks. That would place the season finale on Dec. 3. The aforementioned rumoured date for UFC 140 is one week later

If history has shown us anything, it's that the coaches on TUF will usually face one another, seven days from the show's live finale, as part of the main event.

Now, of course, this is simply food for thought. It's not to say it will happen or that it's even under discussion. I simply sat back and said, "wait a second", and did the math.

I spoke to a few sources within Team GSP, who all hinted that Georges "semi-enjoyed" his first stint as coach, but would likely not do it again.

But, I was also told that he simply trains too much, often times too hard, because of the finite nature that makes up the micro nuances of a specific training camp. Perhaps, it's time for GSP to return to being a martial artist, take some time off from "hard training", and partake in some "fun training", where he can learn a variety of new techniques for his own personal arsenal. This is something he could do now, with a training camp for a December fight not commencing until mid-September.

Mind you, another tidbit I was told was that GSP wants to fight soon, again, because let's face it, this is his job. It's either fight as soon as possible, or take some time off -- that's what's being decided upon right now, as we speak.

He's not hard up for money, but does "want to get paid". He knows that this is the peak of his career and like most athletes, wants to maximize his earnings, while paving the way for his future. GSP is all about long-term financial planning, and another pay cheque helps with future investments. Take note up and comers.

Then there's the case of Diaz, who apparently met with UFC officials last week.

He's still under contract with Strikeforce and apparently their television partner, while also looking to exercise his right to box, with a rumoured bout vs. Jeff Lacy on the table for later this year. And of course, we have all heard Diaz' various tirades about wanting to get paid, and how often he has mentioned his desire to face GSP.

If the coaching scenario actually pans out, and Team Diaz is able to insert the "pay per view percentage/cut" clause into a new "Zuffa" contract, he will likely receive a handsome sum of coin after the fight.

He would be part of a thirteen week lead up to the event, which would also likely include a "UFC: Countdown" show, and perhaps a "UFC: Primetime" series as well. Speaking of the math, it'll translate into a lot of "cha ching" for Diaz.

There are so many factors that may prevent St-Pierre and Diaz from being coaches on TUF 14, but looking at the various angles here, you never know what the UFC brass will do.

Perhaps there is still a way that Chael Sonnen and Michael Bisping can be coaches, or even, Rashad Evans and Jon Jones, should "Suga" defeat Phil Davis in August. There are others being rumoured, and the situation is fluid. It's all up for discussion and opinion.

On a side note, I'd like to see GSP vs Diaz as coaches, with a Team Canada vs. Team USA theme as well.

What are your thoughts? Who do you think will finally be named as coaches for TUF 14?

I totally missed that Mitchell, lol.

Feel a bit bad that the 1k post in this fine thread was some random tosh by me, the least knowledgeable of all octagon fans

1000 Posts!Nice one lads! Wonder when we'll reach 2000?

A nice picture of UFC newcomer O'Shea "Ice Cube" Jackson from BaddaBing for post 1000 Excellent choice sir

(24-05-2011 13:57 )groundnpound Wrote:  1000 Posts!Nice one lads! Wonder when we'll reach 2000?

Considering it took 1 day short of 14 months to reach 1000, I'd say post 2000 will be on Tuesday 23rd July 2012???

The UFC Best of 2010 DVD is superb. It's a tenner at ASDA. Hope that's a good bargain for you!

Dana's supposedly said that GSP v Diaz isn't happening

Rampage on US talk show Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, pretty pointless really they just talk shit, but it's there if you wanna watch it.
http://www.mma-core.com/videos/_LOL_Ramp...31&tid=102

I also found these GIF's.

Belfort slams Overeem


Machida KOs Randy Couture

I still think the fight will hapeen with GSP and Diaz.White supposedly said that there's obstacles to overcome before the fight can be made.He's also said that they wont fight in Montreal at UFC 140 and they wont be coaches on The Ultimate Fighter.

Who knows what they're stalling on?

UFC 130 Countdown Show. Press the Red Play button then the Green Play button and the Vid will start.

The Ultimate Fighter: Team Lesnar vs. Team dos Santos Episode 9
http://www.mma-core.com/videos/_The_Ulti...59&tid=107

Nice new war paint Mr groundnpound

My predictions for the UFC 130 main card fights:

Quinton Jackson vs. Matt Hamill – Hamill, DEC
Frank Mir vs. Roy Nelson – Nelson, TKO, R2
Stefan Struve vs. Travis Browne – Struve, SUB, R2
Thiago Alves vs. Rick Story – Alves, TKO, R1
Jorge Santiago vs. Brian Stann – Stann, TKO, R1

UFC 130 Vegas. SAT/SUN @ 1AM



Main card

Brian Stann vs. Jorge Santiago

Thiago Alves vs. Rick Story

Stefan Struve vs. Travis Browne

Frank Mir vs. Roy Nelson

Quinton Jackson vs. Matt Hamill