Who do you think can/will beat Khabib Nurmadomedov.

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: kirza82
Date: December 17, 2014 at 02:59 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

With 5 wins in the UFC only 1 stoppage I think he is mildly overrated. His style causes alot of problems for people, however he has only beaten 1 guy in the top 15 (mind you that guy is rated number 1 currently) so I dont know why he hasn't worked his way up through the ranking's fighting at least 2-3 guys in the the top 15 let alone 10. Im not totally disagreeing with the notion, given the fact that he is 21-0 but his finishing rate significantly declined when joining the big show, and I think he is beatable. But do you guys?

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: BRF
Date: December 17, 2014 at 03:04 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

Nate Diaz

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: kirza82
Date: December 17, 2014 at 03:05 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

Also feel free to share your insight on his ranking, and the fact it seems everyone has overlooked he only fought 1 guy in the top 15
. I understand he is dominant but with only 1 finish in his 5 ufc bouts, all against pretty stiff unranked competitors, minus Shalorus (not taking anything away from him)
I personally got the champ beating him via TKO 3-4 rnd. I also could see him smothering him with takedowns and top control but Pettis' ground game has gotten nasty as we all have seen.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: kirza82
Date: December 17, 2014 at 03:05 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

BRF said:
Nate Diaz
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Can't believe I forgot him

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: saiasaka
Date: December 17, 2014 at 03:39 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

I think that even if he has only one win in the top 15, and even if he went to the decision in the last three; it's the way he's systematically shuting down his opponent that is really impressive. It looks like cain velasquez putting constant grappling pressure mixed with powerfull strikes in transitions. That being said I think a lot of guys could beat him... his striking is not that good, he has a tendency to overcomit on things and a good counterpuncher could exploit it

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: thedoop
Date: December 17, 2014 at 04:01 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

Bendo for sure, Pettis(most likely) and maybe a guy like Gil/Alvarez although unlikely IMO
there's a reason they didn't make Bendo vs Khabib and opted for RDA instead

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: darcebandit
Date: December 17, 2014 at 04:15 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

Donald Cerrone would give him hell
I picked other tho
Was thinking of Edgar if he went back up or Aldo.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: kirza82
Date: December 17, 2014 at 04:19 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

saiasaka said:
I think that even if he has only one win in the top 15, and even if he went to the decision in the last three; it's the way he's systematically shuting down his opponent that is really impressive. It looks like cain velasquez putting constant grappling pressure mixed with powerfull strikes in transitions. That being said I think a lot of guys could beat him... his striking is not that good, he has a tendency to overcomit on things and a good counterpuncher could exploit it
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Agreed on the striking aspect, but he is at AKA and I can only assume he has been working on it diligently to round out his game

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: MysterLynch
Date: December 17, 2014 at 04:41 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

kirza82 said:
Agreed on the striking aspect, but he is at AKA and I can only assume he has been working on it diligently to round out his game
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True, but AP works with Askren and his ground game (especially subs) continues to evolve. I also think Henderson would be a tough match.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: TheCregs
Date: December 17, 2014 at 04:44 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

Nobody, retires 37-0, Khabib = GOAT

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: Sodomizer
Date: December 17, 2014 at 05:33 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

A full grown bear.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: Vaidas
Date: December 17, 2014 at 07:07 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

Well, in 3 round fight maybe only Pettis may beat him, but in 5 rounds I can also see dos Anjos, Benson, Melendez and even Cerrone, Barboza having good chances at beating him.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: m-stray
Date: December 17, 2014 at 07:10 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

Aldo would have to move up for him to lose. He shits all over every other lw.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: MMAFTM13
Date: December 17, 2014 at 07:14 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

Nobody beats Khabib at 155, they just can't stop the takedowns?

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: MMAFTM13
Date: December 17, 2014 at 07:16 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

The person that would beat him is a Aldo type striker with immense tdd and I don't think anyone currently has that at 155

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: thedoop
Date: December 17, 2014 at 07:16 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

MMAFTM13 said:
The person that would beat him is a Aldo type striker with immense tdd and I don't think anyone currently has that at 155
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Pettis?
Creative striking
He has immense power, great accuracy, and capitalizes on split second openings
great TDD on and off the cage (forget about the Guida fight, ancient history)
very solid and more importantly lighting fast offensive submission game

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: m-stray
Date: December 17, 2014 at 07:18 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

Lol. Eagle will school Pettis.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: MMAFTM13
Date: December 17, 2014 at 07:22 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

thedoop said:
Pettis?
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Man do you honestly think Pettis has Aldo like tdd? Lolz. Pettis will have to improve tenfold in that area to stop Khabib. Clay Guida only manhandled him a few years ago and Khabib is just on another level to that guy.
I like Pettis, I didn't before but there's something about him that I've grown to like but Khabib mauls him, takes him down continuously, avoids his sub attempts for 5 rounds solid and a big kick to the dome or punchers chance he only has IMO

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: MMAFTM13
Date: December 17, 2014 at 07:26 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

thedoop said:
Bendo for sure, Pettis(most likely) and maybe a guy like Gil/Alvarez although unlikely IMO
there's a reason they didn't make Bendo vs Khabib and opted for RDA instead
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Lol are you f---ing high? He takes Bendo down at will. For a high calibre wrestler he surely gets taken down a lot and Gil and Alvarez? Wow! I think you're high as s--- right now or you're being ridiculous

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: thedoop
Date: December 17, 2014 at 07:27 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/who-do-you-think-can-will-beat-khabib-nurmadomedov.64877/

MMAFTM13 said:
Man do you honestly think Pettis has Aldo like tdd? Lolz. Pettis will have to improve tenfold in that area to stop Khabib. Clay Guida only manhandled him a few years ago and Khabib is just on another level to that guy.
I like Pettis, I didn't before but there's something about him that I've grown to like but Khabib mauls him, takes him down continuously, avoids his sub attempts for 5 rounds solid and a big kick to the dome or punchers chance he only has IMO
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I'm in the same boat, I'm saying Khabib is the most dangerous guy for Pettis right now and IMO he COULD beat him
and before the Gil fight I wasn't a big Pettis fan, but I'm starting to come around...can't deny the man has some skills.
He dosen't have Aldo level TDD, but it's still really good.
I want to see that fight and I won't be upset no matter who wins
Bendo on the other hand...he handles Khabib.
Bendo #1!