Sakara needs to knock this fool out. I really don’t like Alexander. I didn’t like how he lied and said that Jardine didnt catch him and that he “just slipped” and I really didnt like the whole standing over his knocked-out opponent either. Alexander is a fad that won’t even last as long as the slap bracelet.

Wow, did Houston hurt your feelings? FYI Jardine was talking shit about Houston leading up to the fight. He looked past him and got KTFO’d for it. Outside of fighting, Houston is a teacher that tries to keep inner city kids out of trouble in the streets. That earns points in my book. Could Houston lose to Sakara and be out of the UFC? It’s very possible. But for a guy like him, just getting to the UFC is a victory in itself, let alone getting a highlight reel KO.

That talk..I have more fights in the UFC then he does..I fought tougher guy s then he did..yadyada..when the bell rings..all that don’t matter..

I think this is a fight that favors more Houston then Sakara..I see Houston winning TKO..hopefully it’s a little longer then the Jardine fight.

Sakara says he is going after Alexander with his boxing? This should be a sweet all out boxing war. I can’t wait for this one. I also can’t wait for the first guy to take Alexander to the ground and test some ground game.

Its kinda hard to gauge how tough Alexander is by his pro record, considering so many of his fights have been nonsanctioned peices.. No real telling how many times this guy has lost, and to whom, or how. That being said thou… He beat the hell outa Jardine…which not many people (if any?) have done. Dude has sick brawling skills… Sakara is a warrior too. Hope to see a brawl for this one…

I really like Houston…He seems like a guy that could potentially put on exciting fights. I know the guy can bang but how are his boxing skills and his cardio? When Jardine caught him in their match, Houston seemed to get angry and go after Jardine hard but that leads me to beleive that he could potentially gas out if he gets angry but cant finish a fight after some heavy leather.
Hope he gets a KO but after a round or 2

i picked sakara on mmaplayground, i’m still not sold on alexander, he needs to do more to prove himself to me, i think sakara has the experience like he said and is gonna win this fight…

I believe in Houston, I think he will do fairly well in the UFC as long as they don’t bump him up the ladder to quickly. I was very surprised that he beat Jardine, and say what you want about Jardine,no one can say he isn’t tough.

I still have Houston Alexander in the ‘Fluke Group’ of fighters. He did not prove any MMA skills against Jardine except that he has hard hands. But people, including me, need to remember that he didn’t NEED to display anything else to win decisively in that fight either. Due the experience factor, I’m picking Sakara, but I will be rooting for Alexander to prove me, and us, wrong.

Sakara allll the way maneeee

[quote comment=”144071″]Wow, did Houston hurt your feelings? FYI Jardine was talking shit about Houston leading up to the fight. He looked past him and got KTFO’d for it. Outside of fighting, Houston is a teacher that tries to keep inner city kids out of trouble in the streets. That earns points in my book. Could Houston lose to Sakara and be out of the UFC? It’s very possible. But for a guy like him, just getting to the UFC is a victory in itself, let alone getting a highlight reel KO.[/quote]

No, he just showed a lack of class and sportsmanship.

Houston is a hard hitting explosive fighter. On the other hand, Sakara is a hard hitting, and technical boxer. I cant say that I think Alexander will win because, I just don’t know enough about him to gauge how I think he will perform against a tough semi-seasoned veteran like Sakara. Keep in mind that I’m sure Jardine over looked him to a certain extent. He wont be able to surprise Sakara. Alessio knows that reguardless off how skilled in mma Alexander really is (We really dont know), at the very least Houston is gonna come out fierce, ready to bang, and start head hunting. Sakara wont be surprised like Jardine was, he is prolly the more Technical fighter of the 2. And I dont think either fighter has a significant KO power advantage. With that said, If these 2 fighters come out tomorrow night with strong cardio, I can almost guarentee Fire works. Someones gonna get KTFO!!!!!

Sakara 2 rd TKO

[quote comment=”144067″]Sakara needs to knock this fool out. I really don’t like Alexander. I didn’t like how he lied and said that Jardine didnt catch him and that he “just slipped” and I really didnt like the whole standing over his knocked-out opponent either. Alexander is a fad that won’t even last as long as the slap bracelet.[/quote]

I agree with the first half of your comment, however I have heard that guy has mad wrestling skills, if so he may be here a little while. That “slipped” comment was so unsportsman-like. I thought he was full of himself when he said that. No matter what happened I gaurantee Kieth hits hard, I mean c’mon he knocked out Forrest! That guy has an iron chin!

[quote comment=”144222″]Houston is a hard hitting explosive fighter. On the other hand, Sakara is a hard hitting, and technical boxer. I cant say that I think Alexander will win because, I just don’t know enough about him to gauge how I think he will perform against a tough semi-seasoned veteran like Sakara. Keep in mind that I’m sure Jardine over looked him to a certain extent. He wont be able to surprise Sakara. Alessio knows that reguardless off how skilled in mma Alexander really is (We really dont know), at the very least Houston is gonna come out fierce, ready to bang, and start head hunting. Sakara wont be surprised like Jardine was, he is prolly the more Technical fighter of the 2. And I dont think either fighter has a significant KO power advantage. With that said, If these 2 fighters come out tomorrow night with strong cardio, I can almost guarentee Fire works. Someones gonna get KTFO!!!!!

Sakara 2 rd

TKO[/quote]

I predict this one’s going to be a war…

I think that Houston Alexander does have to prove himself and he will do so tomorrow. The fight isn’t always given to the most experienced fighter, need examples, how about Couture’s
two back to back losses to Chuck a man he dominated the first time they fought or how about Cro Cop losing to GG. I could go on and on but you get the point.

Regarding cardio, If you actually believe that Houston would gas then you haven’t seen pictures of this dude. He won’t be gassing.

Sakara better bring his A game because he will need it. Houston is very hungry. He reminds me of Michael Irvin. Irvin was just as confident and just as controversial.

My two cents, Houston wins via TKO early 2nd round.

Awesome picture of Houston…

Where’d you get it?

-P

[quote comment=”144113″]i picked sakara on mmaplayground, i’m still not sold on alexander, he needs to do more to prove himself to me, i think sakara has the experience like he said and is gonna win this fight…[/quote]
I concur. He caught Jardine in a dirty boxing clinch. I need to see a real fight this time.

I’m on the fence about that particular case of taunting. In general it shouldn’t be tolerated but pre-fight Jardine did say something to the effect of “why am I wasting my time with this guy” (a paraphrase) so I can’t blame Alexander for being a little excited after the KO.

And he did at least stop punching when the ref waived it off.

[quote comment=”144253″][quote comment=”144067″]Sakara needs to knock this fool out. I really don’t like Alexander. I didn’t like how he lied and said that Jardine didnt catch him and that he “just slipped” and I really didnt like the whole standing over his knocked-out opponent either. Alexander is a fad that won’t even last as long as the slap bracelet.[/quote]

I agree with the first half of your comment, however I have heard that guy has mad wrestling skills, if so he may be here a little while. That “slipped” comment was so unsportsman-like. I thought he was full of himself when he said that. No matter what happened I gaurantee Kieth hits hard, I mean c’mon he knocked out Forrest! That guy has an iron chin![/quote]
So what if he denies getting stung by Jardine? How is that unsportsmanlike? It wasn’t all that effective of a punch since he came back quickly and knocked out Jardine.

[quote comment=”144378″]Awesome picture of Houston…

Where’d you get it?

-P[/quote]
Houston Myspace

[quote comment=”144425″][quote comment=”144113″]

I’m on the fence about that particular case of taunting. In general it shouldn’t be tolerated but pre-fight Jardine did say something to the effect of “why am I wasting my time with this guy” (a paraphrase) [/quote]

Seriously eh? If that is the case, that Griffin fight sure went to Jardine’s head.

thanks. Didn’t realize he’d put it up over there.
-P

Houston, Great fight man. I know what your about and what you stand for buddy. Omaha home boy will make it in the UFC. Your old Omni Buddies are watching you ! Big D (Dennis)

Just wanted 2 post a comment about Houstons fight last nigh i’ve been a fan for a while now i use 2 watch this guy fight down at lewis bowl his fight last night was fuckin awsome he has showed everyone the power he has with anything he throws at you i agree with what he said about belonging 2 the ufc he proved he belonged in the Jardine fight but this one just tops it all nice fight Houston lookin foward 2 seein you fight in the future.
peace

I just had to give some congratulations for another great showing from Houston Alexander. People need to get over the taunting incident and appreciate what this guy brings to the table. You may question his cardio or ground game because they haven’t been tested, but he can be absolutely devastating in the clinch with punching power that is just wicked for a 205 pounder. Go ahead and hate on him if you’re petty enough to focus on one thing while ignoring all the positive things Houston Alexander is about. In the meantime, I will be eagerly looking forward to his next fight because he fucking brings it.

Looks like all you were proved wrong. It certainly didn’t look like a fluke to me in the Jardine fight. And this last Sakara fight didn’t either.