FNF thread for August 5th

[JazMerkin]

I'm not trying to be a douche, but why was the fight stopped?

I kind of agree, I think the ref seemed overly concerned about stopping the fight the previous round. Yes, Coleman was getting pushed back, but he was also throwing back the odd-shot. Imo you let the fighter have every opportunity to keep getting back up from those kind of shots or let his corner take control.

[marbleheadmaui]

Both fighters walked the walk tonight. Both deserve bigger paydays out of that for me. The only guy I can recall watching recently who displayed that level of skill was Lamont Peterson last week.

Nice to see the mutual respect after the fight. Just what I like, complete unadulterated trash-talk pre-fight & respect afterwards

Agreed. Coleman needs to learn to move his feet if he can't punch harder.

Paris looks ready for a Zab/Holt/LaMont kind of guy doesn't he? Don't know if he wins, be'd compete with those guys wouldn't he?

[captainanddew]

I'm not trying to be a douche, but why was the fight stopped?

I wonder that too. Coleman was really hurt by the body shots and down, but ref should have done the count. If Coleman decides to not get up, can't get up, or is too shaky on his legs, then you stop it. Not that coleman is going to complain, but don't just waive it off.

[marbleheadmaui]

I'm not trying to be a douche, but why was the fight stopped?

I kind of agree, I think the ref seemed overly concerned about stopping the fight the previous round. Yes, Coleman was getting pushed back, but he was also throwing back the odd-shot. Imo you let the fighter have every opportunity to keep getting back up from those kind of shots or let his corner take control.

Body shots aren't likely to get a fighter permanently damaged. Let Coleman decide if he wants to continue.

The again, nobody complained so maybe I oughtta shut up.

[Spicoli]

Vernon Paris likes Detroit, over sized hats that make him look like a 6 year old, body shots, and talking trash. His turnoffs are Tim Coleman, speaking like he's got an education, and being shot or stabbed.

Without the mega jug head hat he looks as old as his own dad might ?

[JazMerkin]

I'm not trying to be a douche, but why was the fight stopped?

I kind of agree, I think the ref seemed overly concerned about stopping the fight the previous round. Yes, Coleman was getting pushed back, but he was also throwing back the odd-shot. Imo you let the fighter have every opportunity to keep getting back up from those kind of shots or let his corner take control.

Body shots aren't likely to get a fighter permanently damaged. Let Coleman decide if he wants to continue.

The again, nobody complained so maybe I oughtta shut up.

We're complaining! That's more than enough to demand a rematch!

[marbleheadmaui]

Vernon Paris likes Detroit, over sized hats that make him look like a 6 year old, body shots, and talking trash. His turnoffs are Tim Coleman, speaking like he's got an education, and being shot or stabbed.

ladies and gentlemen he'll be here all week!

[OumaFan]

Seriously I had to turn the channel during the interview. If Paris was legit top ten P4P level I'd put him at 11 because of his voice.

[Mars_ax]

good damn night of fights for FNF. Limited budget and they still give us good value!!!

first fight was going to have some fireworks but it was stopped for the cut. Then Faragon (prospect) tears up Terry. Then Coleman is able to drop Paris but Paris's bodywork and overall heavier hands are too much in a darn good fight.


FNF proved tonight that if you have guys matched pretty well (and they have a decent amount of skill) then you end up with something worth watching.

It has been a pretty good year for FNF.

My boy Kermit is on FNF next week, that should be fun, maybe he can find someone to beat for a change.

[captainanddew]

Both fighters walked the walk tonight. Both deserve bigger paydays out of that for me. The only guy I can recall watching recently who displayed that level of skill was Lamont Peterson last week.

Nice to see the mutual respect after the fight. Just what I like, complete unadulterated trash-talk pre-fight & respect afterwards

Agreed. Coleman needs to learn to move his feet if he can't punch harder.

Paris looks ready for a Zab/Holt/LaMont kind of guy doesn't he? Don't know if he wins, be'd compete with those guys wouldn't he?

I'd match him with Mike Alvarado, who isn't young at 31, but is just outside the top 10 and is a good fighter. showtime would grab that fight in a second. Or look at 10th ranked prospect Danny Garcia.

[marbleheadmaui]

That really was a terriffic pro fight.

Two VERY well taught guys.

Two guys who understood what they wanted to do.

Excellent ebb and flow and thoughtful countering.

Serious desire and determination demonstrated by both men I thought.

Paris won and Coleman was beaten, but I don't think anyone lost anything.

[marbleheadmaui]

Both fighters walked the walk tonight. Both deserve bigger paydays out of that for me. The only guy I can recall watching recently who displayed that level of skill was Lamont Peterson last week.

Nice to see the mutual respect after the fight. Just what I like, complete unadulterated trash-talk pre-fight & respect afterwards

Agreed. Coleman needs to learn to move his feet if he can't punch harder.

Paris looks ready for a Zab/Holt/LaMont kind of guy doesn't he? Don't know if he wins, be'd compete with those guys wouldn't he?

I'd match him with Mike Alvarado, who isn't young at 31, but is just outside the top 10 and is a good fighter. showtime would grab that fight in a second. Or look at 10th ranked prospect Danny Garcia.

Works for me!

[Spicoli]

Oh shat...dont blink in this one!

Money on Farmer John tan

[Mars_ax]

Seriously I had to turn the channel during the interview. If Paris was legit top ten P4P level I'd put him at 11 because of his voice.

He probably thinks he sounds cool, that's the sad part.

[captainanddew]

good damn night of fights for FNF. Limited budget and they still give us good value!!!

first fight was going to have some fireworks but it was stopped for the cut. Then Faragon (prospect) tears up Terry. Then Coleman is able to drop Paris but Paris's bodywork and overall heavier hands are too much in a darn good fight.


FNF proved tonight that if you have guys matched pretty well (and they have a decent amount of skill) then you end up with something worth watching.

It has been a pretty good year for FNF.

My boy Kermit is on FNF next week, that should be fun, maybe he can find someone to beat for a change.

hopefully Antwone Smith shows he is ready to step up to the next level and gives us a good fight.