Solstice Scriptures: The Ultimate Fighter 10; Heavyweights (ep.3)
by: Marcus Madison on: 10/8/2009 8:39 pm est Dear Scriptures: The third episode of season ten began with a recap of the previous shows matches. It was decided on who will face one another for the next match on the show. Rashad selected Roy Nelson to face off against Kimbo Slice. The much talked about match fight should prove to be a solid starting point for Kimbo but Nelson will not allow himself to lose at someone else’s expense. Kimbo was shown at the house reflecting on his time. He sat there talking to Abe about how he would put Kimbo to rest. However as Kimbo the philosopher put it ‘would Kimbo ever be at rest?” He then spoke about that it the enemy wasn’t anyone in particular but the concern was the ‘inner me’. Clever Kimbo, what’s next? Will you reveal your real name to be Edward Nigma? He spoke about being an average guy, that he doesn’t have a chip on his shoulder and is a family man that likes to fight. Roy Nelson spoke about his opportunity and how this is his time and doesn’t plan to go anywhere. Rashad Evans was concerned with Nelson’s inability to train with other people and take direction. In order to get through to him, Evans felt he had to gain Nelson’s trust. Evans was confident with Nelson’s overall ability. Allie and friend, Keith Jardine came in assist Evans on this particular episode. Both Jardine and Evans also train with George St. Pierre for those that are not aware. Jackson was playful with Jardine but Evans used that to get under Jackson’s skin. An argument insued and Jackson began to use juvenile jokes and began to take shots at McSweeney. Evans stepped into the middle because he didn’t want James McSweeney to get kicked out for hitting a coach. Jackson shouldn’t have taken a verbal jab at McSweeney because he nodded his head at what he heard. When it is between the coaches that’s one thing but Jackson still has a bit of responsibility. Jackson spoke with Kimbo and asked him a number of different questions. One of the most peculiar was about his beard. From the time its taken to grow it to if he’s ever found any lost chicken bones in it, Jackson’s comfortable relationship with Kimbo is clear to see. Jackson complimented Slice’s desire to win and how he has been persistent and determined to improve. Rampage explained what they are working with through Kimbo’s development and training. Jackson didn’t like how Slice was unable to defend against the mount and guard and he had been practicing. In fact at one point Jackson wanted Slice to take a break and think about what he was going to do next. Back at the house, Team Rashad spoke with Nelson about what he can do while at a separate part of the house Slice was discussing what he had to do against Nelson in order to win. While around the pool the discussion focused around what Nelson had to do to win among the rest of the Team Rashad team mates. It was clear to see the team work and solidarity amongst the teammates in Team Rashad as they were offering their advice and support for their team mate. Rampage went through a training session with his team. His trainers didn’t hold back as they were relentless with drilling him them with instructions. Marcus Jones was clearly limping and Jackson spoke to him about his knee. Jones was pissed when he was told he won’t be selected to fight after Kimbo’s next match. He spoke about Jones being sensitive and by the end of the match he didn’t want him getting hurt. Back at the house the guys came to Marcus and spoke about his sensitive nature. Jones said he’s been called ‘big baby’ because that’s just in his nature. He spoke about his passions in life which made him part of a geek too with his comic book collection and passion for dungeons and dragons. I can’t say I saw that coming when looking at Marcus Jones. It won’t help take him seriously but then again that may be what he wants as his opponents take him lightly as he pounds their face’s into mince meat. Jones and Slice spoke with one another about their upbringing and where they came from. Kimbo elaborated with how his popularity blew up on Youtube. Jones spoke about how he admired Kimbo’s determination and how he’s overcome obstacles in order to achieve success. A genuine friendship appeared to have developed between the two Team Rampage members. Its now time for the official weigh between Roy Nelson and Kimbo Slice. We then see another training session with Team Rampage taking place. Each of Kimbo’s teammates chimed in with their opinions of his ability and chances for this match up. In comparison Team Rashad’s team members all chime in with their opinion on how they feel Roy Nelson will do in his match. The day of the fight we still see Kimbo still sparing and trying to work on his footwork with his team mates. His relentless pursuit was inspiring but Rampage appeared apprehensive that in doing this it may be detrimental. Nelson spoke about how he’s sure that Kimbo will bring it but knows that he’s just as capable of bringing Slice down and finishing him there. Dana came into the ring before the match began. He spoke about the fight consisting of the usual two five minute rounds. When the match began both men are kept at a stand up but Nelson was able to move in with a couple of jabs on Kimbo but Slice took his time and tried to pick his spots. After the first minute and a half of the match, there didn’t appear to have any clear advantage either way. We could hear Rampage shouting instructions for Kimbo to breathe. Nelson came in but Slice began to lean in and exchanged a couple of punches on Nelson, Both men are pressed up against the cage but Slice worked to fight out of Nelson’s standing guard. Both men were pressed up against the cage at this point. Nelson eventually got Slice on his back with a takedown. Slice was having trouble getting the big man off of him and appeared unable to fight his way out of this guard. When it appeared as though he had the advantage Nelson had Slice pressed to the mat and was being repeatedly punched with no way of defending himself. At the end of the round, Slice didn’t appear hurt but simply in an uncompromising position. Those punches didn’t appear to do much damage but Kimbo didn’t look like he was able to defend himself. Before the second round began we heard both coaches give their instructions to both their protégés. The men came to the centre of the ring and began to jockey for position. Again as the match began, Nelson had Slice on his back and utilized his size to his advantage. He tried to hold down Slice’s arm and attempted to rest his knee on his arm while trying to throw several strikes to the head of Kimbo. We could hear Nelson’s team mates count the number of times he’s punching connecting on the side of Slice’s head. The match was then stopped as Slice could not defend himself. After the match we heard comments from Evans, White and Jackson with their opinions of the match up. White couldn’t believe how Nelson reacted with his performance. After the fight, White wanted to see Slice continue to grow by the end of the competition. Slice spoke about how he will learn from his mistakes and improve with his next fight. The highlights of the next episode were of concerns for Marcus Jones’ performance that appeared determined but facing a potential set back. There was speculation that there was a trader in the midst within Team Rashad but only time would tell as to whom that would be. For the Oratory, Marcus Madison The Truth beyond the Equinoxx |
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