Contender - Sam, Sakio

[EelsRule]

The general forum has a list of the contenders this year with Soliman and Bika in the final cut. Its starting to look like these guys are officially paticipating. This is awesome news for Soliman who I can definately see taking the show out.
I've noticed in the past season the best fighters dont win, the most awkward fighters win. They wont have enough time to prepare between fights to get a grip on Solimans style. Go Sammy.

[EelsRule]

His personality will be tremendous for the program. I just hope he stay away from all that "doing this for my family" "I am number one dad" crap. That stuff goes without saying. And is cheesy...
Also, the other crap I hated about the first series was the "I have more desire and want it more than my opponent" garbage they all went on with. Its not necessary.

[huricn]

hi fellas

here is the full list of contenders with 2 aussies in the show.

Max Alexander (26, Camden, NJ, 14-1, 2 KO's)
-David Banks (24, Portland, Ore, 14-2-1, 2 KO's)
-Sakio “The Scorpion” Bika (28, Sydney, Australia, via Camerron, 22-3, 14 KO's)
-Henry ”Sugar Poo” Buchanan (28, Capital Heights, Md,14-1, 1 KO's)
-La Farrell Bunting (27, Las Vegas, Nev,16-3-1, 16 KO's)
-Jaidon “The Don” Codrington (23,New York, NY 16-1, 12 KO's)
-”Macho” Miguel Hernandez (32, Chicago, Il, 20-5, 10 KO's)
-Wayne ”Lights Out” Johnsen (29, Lyndhurst, NJ, 16-1, 9 KO's)
-Donny The Savage” McCrary (24, St Joseph, Mo, 23-5-2, 13 KO's)
- “Lightning” Lee Ralston (25, Buffalo, NY, 16-2,9 KO's)
-Danny “The Bronx Bomber” Santiago (34, Ocal, Fla, 29-3-1, 19 KO's)
-Paul Smith (24, Liverpool, Eng, 20-0, 12 KO's)
-”King” Sam Soliman (33, Melbourne, Australia, 33-9, 13 KO's)
-Brian Vera (26, Austin, Texas, 14-0, 9 KO's)
-Rhoshi “The Great One” Wells (30, Las Vegas, Nev, 18-2-2, 10 KO's)
-Rubin “Mr Hollywood” Williams 31, Detroit, Mich, 29-2-1, 16 KO's).

[silvy_chris]

hi fellas

here is the full list of contenders with 2 aussies in the show.

Max Alexander (26, Camden, NJ, 14-1, 2 KO's)
-David Banks (24, Portland, Ore, 14-2-1, 2 KO's)
-Sakio “The Scorpion” Bika (28, Sydney, Australia, via Camerron, 22-3, 14 KO's)
-Henry ”Sugar Poo” Buchanan (28, Capital Heights, Md,14-1, 1 KO's)
-La Farrell Bunting (27, Las Vegas, Nev,16-3-1, 16 KO's)
-Jaidon “The Don” Codrington (23,New York, NY 16-1, 12 KO's)
-”Macho” Miguel Hernandez (32, Chicago, Il, 20-5, 10 KO's)
-Wayne ”Lights Out” Johnsen (29, Lyndhurst, NJ, 16-1, 9 KO's)
-Donny The Savage” McCrary (24, St Joseph, Mo, 23-5-2, 13 KO's)
- “Lightning” Lee Ralston (25, Buffalo, NY, 16-2,9 KO's)
-Danny “The Bronx Bomber” Santiago (34, Ocal, Fla, 29-3-1, 19 KO's)
-Paul Smith (24, Liverpool, Eng, 20-0, 12 KO's)
-”King” Sam Soliman (33, Melbourne, Australia, 33-9, 13 KO's)
-Brian Vera (26, Austin, Texas, 14-0, 9 KO's)
-Rhoshi “The Great One” Wells (30, Las Vegas, Nev, 18-2-2, 10 KO's)
-Rubin “Mr Hollywood” Williams 31, Detroit, Mich, 29-2-1, 16 KO's).

where did u get this info? is this completely official?

[shanemfr]

retard

[dwilson]

Wow I can see it been a Bika v Soliman final.

[ashley]

I herd Sam passed on a world title shot against Arthur Abraham for this tv show...and his manager said thats good thinking....I dont know about that....a win in contender gives Sam power like Mnafredo {who cares}.....a win over AA gives Sam a world title belt.

Question- Who thinks this fight would have been made?
Question- Can sam beat AA?
Question- What would you do if you had the choice?

[EelsRule]

Well in economic terms there is an "opportunity cost" for doing anything. He was probably in negotiations for this title shot and had to make a decision.
I think knowing the personality of Sam and the energy levels and spirit he could make the kind of impression that Gomez made in the first series. If that is the case and if he wins (which is a big possibility in my view) he could be way better off than if he had persuade this title shot. I am curious about the contract post series. And whether he is locked into a couple of years fighting in the states.

[huricn]

where did u get this info? is this completely official?

i got it from east side main page. as far as i know its official

[Kegsy]

i got it from east side main page. as far as i know its official
It is definitely official.
ESPN have confirmed it with a press release.:thumbsup

[ozziebattler]

Aussie aussie aussie oi oi oi..

Im not really a fan of sammy but hes a aussie so gotta support him in this upcoming series..hope he wins it.

Do you think the boxers get much money for appearing on the series???

I know 1st prize 750k U.S but what about the other fellas???

[oztriker]

It is definitely official.
ESPN have confirmed it with a press release.:thumbsup

The funny thing is that either or both the Aussies could end up with a much higher profile in the US than Mundine.

It's all about being in the right place at the right time....eh?:good

[EelsRule]

Soliman probably already has a higher profile in the States than Mundine for his efforts against Winky. Its not a relevant point as Mundine has virtually zero profile in the United States. Someone remind Oz of this as he has me on his "defeated by" list. In fact I am probably the one who put him in the therapy he has just returned from.

[teke]

The funny thing is that either or both the Aussies could end up with a much higher profile in the US than Mundine.

It's all about being in the right place at the right time....eh?:goodLets hope that is true then. They get the big name in the US and then Mundine creams them :deal

[oztriker]

Lets hope that is true then. They get the big name in the US and then Mundine creams them :deal

Far better that he fights Kessler and gets creamed.......... AGAIN! :lol: :lol: :lol:

[MSTR]

This series looks awesome. Great mix of proven contenders with young propsects. Probably the best selection process yet. It gives massive exposure and for the winner can mean very big things.

[Dojo]

This series looks awesome. Great mix of proven contenders with young propsects. Probably the best selection process yet. It gives massive exposure and for the winner can mean very big things.

Unless you are Grady Brewer.:D

[Kegsy]

Question-1 Yes, the fight would have been made.Question- 2 ,Yes hi can bet Abraham.Question-3,fuck off Dove Hedgecock. Abraham beats Sam easily boys.
Sorry.:-( Abraham is world class.
Maybe even the best at 160.:think

[MSTR]

Unless you are Grady Brewer.:D
haha. I was actually going to point that out. Good point.

[MSTR]

Abraham beats Sam easily boys.
Sorry.:-( Abraham is world class.
Maybe even the best at 160.:think
"Dove Hedgcock".... Yeah I hate that guy. Whoever he may be. Hopefully no relation of Dave the well respected Kickboxing and boxing trainer. Anyway, yes abraham would beat Soliman soundly. This is the best thing for him. I still think Taylor could beat Abraham though, and definitely think Pavlik could based on styles. Abraham is over rated by some on these boards. He is good but I can see plenty of flaws there.