Just when people start to like Alexander

**J-Dogg** · 11-18-2007, 04:16 PM

They find out he is as expected, an newb on the ground.

The guy does have heart though, he's a pit bull.

**millionairemurph** · 11-20-2007, 04:31 PM

he looked shocked that thiago wouldnt just stand there right in front of him to get punched in the head. He really looked bad when thiago circled. Who does alexander train with btw? His phisique is impressive, and hes strong as hell and mean.... but that doesnt win fights by a long shot. At least not at that level in the UFC. He'd crush guys at a regional level, but thats about all he is. One has to be well rounded to survive these days imo.

**J-Dogg** · 11-20-2007, 06:05 PM

Good call,

Even Liddel had a good run with the "only striking" method. But he did not let people tie him up and had some take down defense.
He always said his ground game was tight, but the guy was awful in that fight. He did not look like he was panicing or anyting, but he was just laying there eating brazillian fist sandwiches.

**Panzerfaust** · 11-20-2007, 09:16 PM

I like Alexander 10x more right before this fight that ever before. He has had more time doing press and interviews and he is a extremely likeable guy.

I knew he was not a complete MMA fighter just yet, but he has all the makings of a good fighter (IE: Passionate, Lots of heart).

This loss will only serve him notice on what he needs to work on, i'm sure he knew it before but was getting by with those quick KO's.

I look forward to seeing him fight more.

**The Lion** · 11-21-2007, 02:16 AM

I agree that Alexander is a likeable guy and that he is very talented at throwing blows, which usually leads to a very exciting fight. I just question whether or not he can adapt to the higher level of skill which is going to be req'd to be a contender in the LHW division. IMO he does not have the skill set to ever evolve into a complete fighter and therefore will be stuck in the middle of the LHW division

**Panzerfaust** · 11-21-2007, 01:51 PM

Originally Posted by The Lion

I agree that Alexander is a likeable guy and that he is very talented at throwing blows, which usually leads to a very exciting fight. I just question whether or not he can adapt to the higher level of skill which is going to be req'd to be a contender in the LHW division. IMO he does not have the skill set to ever evolve into a complete fighter and therefore will be stuck in the middle of the LHW division

And what has he shown you that he is incapable of learning and getting better?

For god sakes the man has only had 3 major fights under his belt. Be patient, ****. Some of you need to understand that it takes time to learn and adapt. Some pick it up faster than others. Give it some time and we will see where Alexander fits.

**Logan13** · 11-21-2007, 09:29 PM

Originally Posted by muriloninja

I like Alexander 10x more right before this fight that ever before. He has had more time doing press and interviews and he is a extremely likeable guy.

I knew he was not a complete MMA fighter just yet, but he has all the makings of a good fighter (IE: Passionate, Lots of heart).

This loss will only serve him notice on what he needs to work on, i'm sure he knew it before but was getting by with those quick KO's.

I look forward to seeing him fight more.

He will be back, the guy has talent. Everyone likes to see good people succeed.

**dank1970** · 11-22-2007, 08:45 PM

Originally Posted by millionairemurph

he looked shocked that thiago wouldnt just stand there right in front of him to get punched in the head. He really looked bad when thiago circled. Who does alexander train with btw? His phisique is impressive, and hes strong as hell and mean.... but that doesnt win fights by a long shot. At least not at that level in the UFC. He'd crush guys at a regional level, but thats about all he is. One has to be well rounded to survive these days imo.

sup murph. hey alexander trains at mick doyles muai tai acadamy in omaha

**abombing** · 11-27-2007, 09:13 AM

He will come back better. You always learn more form a loss than a win. If Houston has that physique without juice then he is a freak athlete. All he needs to do is spend a lot more time on the ground and practicing stopping takedowns and he will be a serious threat.

**Logan13** · 11-27-2007, 05:42 PM

Originally Posted by abombing

He will come back better. You always learn more form a loss than a win. If Houston has that physique without juice then he is a freak athlete. All he needs to do is spend a lot more time on the ground and practicing stopping takedowns and he will be a serious threat.

seriously!