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I wonder how many times these guys will fight in their careers? Not that I'm complaining, could be the most epic rivalry in UFC history I think.

I'd love them to have a back and forth war, but with their beastly stature I'm afraid it'll always be based on who lands a big shot first.
 

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I'd rather see Sara McMann get the title shot. Probably not ready for the step up in competition yet and probably not a big enough name but I'd rather see that than Tate/Rousey. Not that I'm wishing for an injury but before the Jones/Sonnen season a lot of coaches got injured leading to a new fight being made.

Would have been better if the UFC had a few more women's fights early on to find some legit contenders.
 

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You have to remember that TUF is being given a huge push by FOX with it airing on FS1, so with Zingano falling out it was unlikely they would go with anyone other than Tate.

The Rousey/Tate pairing is the more likely to attract interest over any other opponent Rousey could have coached against, which is the UFC's priority ATM.

As for the fight itself I don't see Tate giving Rousey any problems she couldn't deal with and I see it playing out pretty similar to the first fight.
 

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Haha, possibility that the injury is bullshit. :rolleyes:

Yes, Zingano is going to step aside and miss out on this massive opportunity because she's such a wonderful company person.
Calm down Brad. Go and hit the bag for a bit.

I will say this, if you don't think every single party other than Cat was quitely overjoyed at the turn of events, you're crazy.
 
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