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Originally Posted by KevoOnTheRadio  Zombie vs Hioki for the #1 contender spot. Problem solved, you're welcome Joe Silva |
Zombie vs Hioki does make sense. But I don't think Zuffa can afford to start eliminating contenders at 145lbs. They were practically begging Frank Edgar to cut weight because they were desperate only a few months ago.
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Originally Posted by disposableassassin Remember though Koch is only getting the shot because hioki turned it down. I bet hioki is in the doghouse for that. Besides I would be surprised if they risked Jung losing his shot as he is MUCH more marketable than hioki is. |
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Originally Posted by disposableassassin Yeah hioki said he wanted at least one more UFC fight under his belt. Can't say I blame his reasoning but turning down a UFC title shot ESP in a situation where they needed a legit contender cannot sit well with the brass. |
It's hard to know if Hioki's in the doghouse for turning down that fight. True, he would have been in the good graces of management, but it's not Hioki's fault that the Brazilian stadium show fell apart. But Hioki and his management better not start calling out Aldo for a title shot anytime soon if they know what's good for them.