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11-08-2012, 09:17 PM
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|  Finally ‘relaxed,’ Takanori Gomi looks to shine in Macau against Mac Danzig
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After finally finding his groove inside the Octagon, Takanori Gomi looks to string together consecutive UFC victories for the first time ever when he takes on Mac Danzig at UFC on Fuel TV 6: "Franklin vs. Le" this weekend (Nov. 10, 2012) in Macao, China.
t wasn't the easiest of transitions from the ring to the cage, but Takanori Gomi seems to be finding his groove.
After spending most of his fighting career competing inside the hollowed Pride FC ring, Gomi's transition to Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) wasn't a smooth one at first. Failing to impress in his Octagon debut against Kenny Florian back in 2010, "The Fireball Kid" went on to defeat Tyson Griffin via first round knockout in his next outing before proceeding to drop two straight against Clay Guida and Nate Diaz.
Looking to avoid a third consecutive loss and a potential pink slip from Zuffa, Gomi returned to the house where he earned the reputation as one of them most lethal 155-pound fighters in the world, Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan, to take on Eiji Mitsuoka this past February at UFC 144.
Admittedly going in super confident and underestimating his opponent, Gomi went on to stop Mitsuoka in round two, preserving his spot on the UFC's lightweight roster.
Speaking to UFC.com, the former Pride champion talked about his previous performances inside the cage, explaining the reason fighting in Asia provides him some advantages over his competition:
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"I had an injury prior to the fight that made me a little nervous, but I believe that I had an advantage in the Octagon because it was my opponent's first fight in the UFC. I felt like I had nothing to lose, and I just wanted to show the audience everything that I have. I was so happy that I could show my victory to my sparring partners and people who supported me over the year."
| Fighting in Asia proved to be a welcome site for Gomi and he says when he steps into the Octagon this weekend (Nov. 10, 2012) against Mac Danzig at UFC on Fuel TV 6: "Franklin vs. Le" in Macau, China, he plans on fighting aggressive in hopes of not letting down his loyal fans:
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"I finally felt like I could relax in the Octagon since I fought in Japan. I don't have to travel long when I fight in Asia. That's a huge difference from fighting in the States. Also, it is easier for me to find food that I like in Asian countries. I hope both of us will be in the Octagon in the best condition. I'm going to show an aggressive fight and make the audience loud. All I can do is to keep fighting the way I used to so that I don't let people down."
| Despite many believing the 34-year-old Japanese fighter is past his prime, Gomi still has the goal of becoming UFC champion in his sights.
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11-08-2012, 09:17 PM
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| Finally ‘relaxed,’ Takanori Gomi looks to shine in Macau against Mac Danzig
Finally ?relaxed,? Takanori Gomi looks to shine in Macau against Mac Danzig - MMAmania.com Quote:
After finally finding his groove inside the Octagon, Takanori Gomi looks to string together consecutive UFC victories for the first time ever when he takes on Mac Danzig at UFC on Fuel TV 6: "Franklin vs. Le" this weekend (Nov. 10, 2012) in Macao, China.
t wasn't the easiest of transitions from the ring to the cage, but Takanori Gomi seems to be finding his groove.
After spending most of his fighting career competing inside the hollowed Pride FC ring, Gomi's transition to Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) wasn't a smooth one at first. Failing to impress in his Octagon debut against Kenny Florian back in 2010, "The Fireball Kid" went on to defeat Tyson Griffin via first round knockout in his next outing before proceeding to drop two straight against Clay Guida and Nate Diaz.
Looking to avoid a third consecutive loss and a potential pink slip from Zuffa, Gomi returned to the house where he earned the reputation as one of them most lethal 155-pound fighters in the world, Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan, to take on Eiji Mitsuoka this past February at UFC 144.
Admittedly going in super confident and underestimating his opponent, Gomi went on to stop Mitsuoka in round two, preserving his spot on the UFC's lightweight roster.
Speaking to UFC.com, the former Pride champion talked about his previous performances inside the cage, explaining the reason fighting in Asia provides him some advantages over his competition:
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"I had an injury prior to the fight that made me a little nervous, but I believe that I had an advantage in the Octagon because it was my opponent's first fight in the UFC. I felt like I had nothing to lose, and I just wanted to show the audience everything that I have. I was so happy that I could show my victory to my sparring partners and people who supported me over the year."
| Fighting in Asia proved to be a welcome site for Gomi and he says when he steps into the Octagon this weekend (Nov. 10, 2012) against Mac Danzig at UFC on Fuel TV 6: "Franklin vs. Le" in Macau, China, he plans on fighting aggressive in hopes of not letting down his loyal fans:
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"I finally felt like I could relax in the Octagon since I fought in Japan. I don't have to travel long when I fight in Asia. That's a huge difference from fighting in the States. Also, it is easier for me to find food that I like in Asian countries. I hope both of us will be in the Octagon in the best condition. I'm going to show an aggressive fight and make the audience loud. All I can do is to keep fighting the way I used to so that I don't let people down."
| Despite many believing the 34-year-old Japanese fighter is past his prime, Gomi still has the goal of becoming UFC champion in his sights.
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11-09-2012, 01:01 AM
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Go for it Gomi!
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11-09-2012, 03:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Spyke  Go for it Gomi! | Do you get to go to this one Spyke?
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11-09-2012, 08:06 AM
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Waaaaar GOMI!
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11-09-2012, 11:25 AM
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Like both guys a lot; I think Danzig's got this because of his cardio advantage but Gomi can never be counted out.
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11-09-2012, 11:59 AM
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Go go.. Gomi!
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11-09-2012, 12:59 PM
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I've always liked the fireball kid I hope he wins and will be pulling for him.
I really think this fight will show how much he has left. We know he isn't going to get the better of the upper middle tier of what the UFC has to offer him maybe he will prove me wrong but i doubt it.
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11-09-2012, 01:58 PM
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I'll opt not to use the 'American' card and pull for Gomi to strangle that red headed boy. But, Danzig has made a lot of progress from his TUF days and has been slightly impressive. From Danzig's last few fights I think he'll take this one.
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