Posts tagged “Rolles Gracie”
UFC 109 Claims Another New York Victim-Rolles Gracie Cut
Feb 12th
In what had become a tough event for New York fighters, UFC 109 claims another victim from the Empire State as the UFC cuts Rolles Gracie. Though he fought only once, the UFC apparently thought Rolles’ lackluster performance was poor enough to warrant a quick exit from the promotion. It should be noted that the word is that Rolles entered the fight with a broken foot which would certainly explain his struggles during the fight. This appears not to have been given much if any consideration in their decision. With Trigg and Nover, that makes three New Yorkers dropped after this one event. Cmon UFC, leave NY alone-we have enough problems in the legalization dept!
Rolles Gracie loses in his octagon debut
Feb 7th
They say you revert to what you know best when you’re under pressure. Rolles seemed to support that belief with his many attempts at takedowns during the bout. Obviously, he is most comfortable on the ground, which is where all of his mma wins have occured. Unfortunately, on this day, it was not to be. The many failed takedown attempts resulted in Rolles absorbing too many strikes. We know that wasn’t his plan but plans sometimes go out the window in pressure situations. He is a Gracie and and according to Renzo, he will be back. We believe it.
