Strikeforce’s ‘King Mo’ on opponent Larkin: ‘Flashy isn’t always effective’

When Muhammed “King Mo” Lawal hangs up his crown and calls it a career, he’ll undoubtedly start a second one as an MMA analyst or color commentator.

Few competitors in the sport have his fight IQ (just ask him), and few fans immerse themselves in the …

When Muhammed “King Mo” Lawal hangs up his crown and calls it a career, he’ll undoubtedly start a second one as an MMA analyst or color commentator.

Few competitors in the sport have his fight IQ (just ask him), and few fans immerse themselves in the sport like he does.

So when Lawal breaks down his matchup at Saturday’s “Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Jardine” event, his prediction carries more weight than most fighters’. And that doesn’t bode well for opponent Lorenz Larkin.