So, after we waxed on about how big a deal Takanori Gomi was in Japan for years, and that further, any MMA fan worth their weight in hot wings should know about “The Fireball Kid’s” resume, if last night was indeed your first time watching Gomi- you might have been thinking ‘meh’? Well, although the bout probably didn’t send anyone into hysterics, Kenny Florian once again demonstrated why he is one of very best at 155. Mr. Florian put on a clinic standing ,and when the bout hit the mat, he kicked right into ‘that’s a wrap’ mode. In other words, it’s pretty understandable that going up against a dude like Florian, Gomi might not have blown anyone’s socks off…
So what’s next for Florian? It wasn’t long ago that he failed to take out the ruling emperor of the lightweight division in BJ Penn, so for now, he’ll have to continue facing other notable contenders on the UFC roster. Well, at last night’s post-fight presser, Florian was asked about his immediate future and in particular, about Gray Maynard. You know, the undefeated, massive wrestler who holds wins over Frankie Edgar, Roger Huerta and Jim Miller. Yeah, he’s no slouch. (Thanks to MMA Junkie for the quote)
“Gray Maynard said he wanted to get the winner of this fight,” Florian said. “He’s a tremendous competitor.”
Yes. Mr. Maynard is a tremendous competitor, and due to the fact Florian went on to say he feels “blessed to be able to compete against the best guys in the best organization”, sounds like it could be Gray’s move (or Penn’s, depending on whether or not he beats Edgar, and stays at 155).