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DWTNCS Week 5

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Meers222
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08.08.2017 | 5:06 PM ET

Predictions: 4 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 290 Points   |   Tied for 47th with 28 others

What is everyone thinking for tonight's fights?

"If it's not a challenge, it isn't fun enough."

DW's Contender Series 2017
Bout   Info
Mike Rodriguez   defeats   Jamelle Jones   via KO/TKO, Flying Knee and Punches   2:15 Round 1 of 3 Bout Page
Julio Arce   defeats   Peter Petties   via KO/TKO, Punches   2:39 Round 2 of 3, 7:39 Total Bout Page
Alex Perez   defeats   Kevin Gray   via Submission, Anaconda Choke   2:54 Round 1 of 3 Bout Page
Ricky Simón   defeats   Donavon Frelow   via Decision, Split   3 Rounds, 15:00 Total Bout Page
Shelton Graves   defeats   Everett Sims   via KO/TKO, Ground and Pound   2:20 Round 3 of 3, 12:20 Total Bout Page

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poir420
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08.08.2017 | 5:09 PM ET

Predictions: 4 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 275 Points   |   Tied for 82nd

Thinking they need to start streaming fight pass to Playstation so I can watch these on my TV instead of having to go in the computer room!

"“All of a sudden, he was shooting for a takedown, and I’m like, ‘Oh, you’re a wrestler now? Remember, I’m the black belt in jiu-jitsu. And you’re shooting on me now? This is a wrap." - Nate Diaz"

Meers222
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08.08.2017 | 5:11 PM ET

Predictions: 4 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 290 Points   |   Tied for 47th with 28 others

Wouldn't disagree with you at all there poir420. Though I was able to download Fightpass on my Samsung Smart TV so I got around it now.

"If it's not a challenge, it isn't fun enough."

Meers222
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08.08.2017 | 5:21 PM ET

Predictions: 4 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 290 Points   |   Tied for 47th with 28 others

I had the toughest time picking the Sims/Graves matchup. I haven't seen anything of Sims minus his Glory bout, and that didn't go well at all, unsurprisingly. And Graves is a HW vet that I haven't really thought much about in his career. Kind of felt like it was a toss up as to what way it could go.

"If it's not a challenge, it isn't fun enough."

Kuma
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08.08.2017 | 7:59 PM ET

Predictions: 5 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 340 Points   |   Tied for 7th with 15 others

I don't have much issues picking Sims/Graves,Graves is a beast and the little I saw of Sims i'm not confident in him but I think it'll be a second or third round stoppage for Graves,but who knows,it's not like Graves is amazing, but he's about as tough as it gets and is a good grinder.

My problem fight is I think Gray might pull the upset but I just haven't had time to study footage on Perez even though I seen him fight a bunch I just can't picture him and I know Gray is badass.If there's an upset i'm thinking it's here with gray and I think Graves pulls it off.
Meers222
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08.08.2017 | 8:07 PM ET

Predictions: 4 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 290 Points   |   Tied for 47th with 28 others

I actually went with Graves myself. I just thought I might regret it if Sims comes out and has developed alot since the last time we have seen him. Certainly possible I guess.

"If it's not a challenge, it isn't fun enough."

mikeyg
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08.08.2017 | 8:24 PM ET

Predictions: 4 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 290 Points   |   Tied for 47th with 28 others

I've never seen someone sit in the fetal position for 4+ minutes without even trying and the guy on top barely throwing punches on a useless opponent. Get these bums out of the cage.
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abigailspeaks
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08.08.2017 | 8:27 PM ET

Predictions: 2 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 175 Points   |   Tied for 229th

THESE TWO ARE OCTAGON WARRIORS
budgellism
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08.08.2017 | 8:28 PM ET

Yeah, safe to say these two aren't getting contracts.

Not sure why Simms even accepted this opportunity. He isn't even trying. He's just sitting there eating weak punches. So disappointing. And that lady Graves brought has been incredibly annoying. 

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Meers222
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08.08.2017 | 8:33 PM ET

Predictions: 4 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 290 Points   |   Tied for 47th with 28 others

Likely no worries there about Graves getting a contract, though I didn't think he would to begin with.

"If it's not a challenge, it isn't fun enough."

Kinsalsa
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08.08.2017 | 8:41 PM ET

Man Simon vs. flyweight Frelow. Interesting.

"Endings are sad, beginnings are scary...but it's the middle that counts."

Kinsalsa
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08.08.2017 | 8:47 PM ET

Wrestling heavy approach from Simon so far. Who won that round?

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Kinsalsa
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08.08.2017 | 8:53 PM ET

Rd. 2 for Frelow in my card. 19-19

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Meers222
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08.08.2017 | 9:00 PM ET

Predictions: 4 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 290 Points   |   Tied for 47th with 28 others

Simon takes the decision in a pretty good fight between him and Frelow.

"If it's not a challenge, it isn't fun enough."

Gregory
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08.08.2017 | 9:13 PM ET

Nice sub!

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Meers222
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08.08.2017 | 9:14 PM ET

Predictions: 4 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 290 Points   |   Tied for 47th with 28 others

Wow! Alex Perez just blows threw Kevin Gray

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Legz
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08.08.2017 | 9:15 PM ET

Predictions: 0 of 0 Winners, 0 Perfect, 0 Points   |   Tied for 267th

Pretty dominant by Perez. He prob gets signed.

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Kinsalsa
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08.08.2017 | 9:15 PM ET

Alex "The decision" Perez could get a contract tonight.

"Endings are sad, beginnings are scary...but it's the middle that counts."

Meers222
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08.08.2017 | 9:19 PM ET

Predictions: 4 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 290 Points   |   Tied for 47th with 28 others

I thought since Petties/Arce was announced it would be the best fight on the card. 

"If it's not a challenge, it isn't fun enough."

Meers222
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08.08.2017 | 9:36 PM ET

Predictions: 4 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 290 Points   |   Tied for 47th with 28 others

Arce lost that first round. But came out with a purpose in tne 2nd round and blistered Petties.

"If it's not a challenge, it isn't fun enough."

Meers222
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08.08.2017 | 9:52 PM ET

Predictions: 4 of 5 Winners, 2 Perfect, 290 Points   |   Tied for 47th with 28 others

Well the UFC could certainly use some talent in the LHW division.

"If it's not a challenge, it isn't fun enough."


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