Rogerio Minotoro Nogueira sharpens his horns for Bader
Posted on September 17, 2010, 09:38 AM by DragoWith seven straight victories (two in the UFC), Rogério "Minotouro" Nogueira will have a tough challenge against a undefeated Ryan Bader (Winner of TUF Season 8). The Brazilian is seeking another victory so he can get closer to the LHW belt, even thou he already knows that a victory here, will put him against the dangerous upcoming star John "Bones" Jones. On this interview for TATAME magazine, Little Nog showed a lot of respect for Bader skills:
"He his a very explosive guy, with a hard strong right! I haven't focused on his training at the ultimate fighter house since a lot has changed between that time. He has evolved a lot, specially in his ground game. I know he will be a better fighter since last time he fought, thats why I have trained a lot and Im prepared both mentally and physically for the fight!"
Rogério also praised his training camp (Blackhouse), thanking all his trainers, coaches and sparring partners. For the preparation for this fight, he brought a big name to help him out:
"I have to thank everyone on my team for all the support and help on the training and preparation for this fight, specially Ronaldo "Jacaré" Sousa (Strikeforce Middleweight Champion) that helped me a lot on the ground game!"
Rogério also talked about the fact his brother isnt fighting on this one:
"Im sad about it. I know this things happen (injuries) but I really liked the promotion of this event when I saw the poster with me and my brother on it, with big letters displaying Nogueira and Nogueira. I think a event with me and Rogério is good for promoting since were brothers, and I hope somewhere in the future we will have another chance to fight in the same event."
Although Rodrigo wont fight that day (he was scheduled for the main event against Mir), he will be on his brother corner as always, helping him out in the best way he can.
Both fighters seem 100% ready for this battle that will showcase the various disciplines of MMA!
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great post man
Nice... Appreciate the contribution and translation!!
@ Drago- Nicely written and formulated article.
Really looking forward to this one, should be a great fight!
dont want to be a **** but Bader won TUF 8...
but great post nonetheless. It woulda been sick to have both brothers on one card.
@Oopsmadeyatap123: Thanks man, your right, TUF 10 was won by Big Country!
Thanks for the feedback guys, this is my first thread so luckily ill improve from here on!
little nog iz gonna get faaacked upppp bader vs bones is gonna be sick i dont think lil nog can hang with his wrestling he fought eric shafer idient get subbed lil nogs got nothin but standup for bader 1 out only
this will be a tough fight for lil nog but i hope he can win i really want to see him fight jones
Lil Nog by 3rd round KO
Personally, style wise I can see Lil' Nog possibly winning this one, but it will be close. Now against Jon Jones, I like Bader's chances better than Nogueira's. It will be interesting to see how this all plays out. Winner faces Bones feels as exciting from a fan's perspective as winner gets a title shot! Lol, for me anyway : )
I second that opinion! I also think that Bones will be too much for Nog and it will be another walk for him on his way to the top competition. I feel only guys like Lyoto, Shogun, Forrest, Rampage and Couture are going to be up for what Jones brings and even then I will not be surprised if they lose too. Many exciting circumstances await the fans with this guy.
great read. title is very creative
Both of the Nogs just aren't up to the level of competition in the UFC these days. Both of them will be fired soon enough.