Two Warriors Have Entered the Octagon
It's on. To wit:
We mentioned late last week that Mike Fagan from Bloody Elbow had stepped up and challenged us to an inter-site bet, and now we have our terms. Sorry to disappoint those who wanted to see the loser defecate themselves on public transportation, but we decided to go for a simple food themed challenge. If my Canadian boy Georges St Pierre wins next week, Mike will have to put up a video of himself chugging a nice big bottle of maple syrup. If God does exist and he hates me, then BJ wins and I have to post a video where I eat an entire pig’s foot. You know, since Hawaiians are famous for their pig roasts? And for eating pork.
While some might complain that this isn’t nearly as hardcore as the ipecac or the grape photo bet, this is actually the worst terms that I’ve ever agreed to. When dares of dignity come to play, I can always turn to alcohol to help me go through with whatever I have to do. But there is absolutely nothing worse for me than having to eat gross shit. And to eat something that actually still looks like the animal it came from? I can eat cow anus for weeks in hot dog form, but I can’t even eat meat off the bone because it grosses me out.
Like he said, I'm sure this comes as a disappointment to those of you who take sadistic pleasure in watching other men suffer. Too bad for you. The Canada vs. Hawaii thing makes the syrup vs. pig idea too good to pass up. Not to mention Ryan being from Canada and me residing in Hawaiians home away from home.
Go go go B.J.!
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Is it safe to drink that much syrup? The last thing we need is another “Hold your wee for a Wii” type shit.
Someone should look into this. Because Mike, sorry, but you’re gonna be spending some quality time with Aunt Jemima.
by Chris Nelson on Jan 27, 2009 10:54 PM EST up reply actions
Well, probability of having to do that aside, I’d feel a lot better about this if a medical professional gave some insight here.
by Luke Thomas on Jan 27, 2009 10:55 PM EST up reply actions
Has to be real Quebec Maple Syrup, none of that Aunt Jemima shite. You can tell its good if crystals of sugar are forming at the bottom. Should be OK as long as Mike’s not a diabetic.
I agree
It has to be real maple syrup, no imitation.
HAHA
Sorry to disappoint those who wanted to see the loser defecate themselves on public transportation
When i was in middle school my best friend did this on the public bus. I also made him pull out his hog and tug it while sitting next to some 90 year old lady. The Payoff? A 1990 Cindy Crawford Swimsuit Calender. HAHAHA
I don’t understand the confidence in BJ. Maybe, Mike’s a genius. Maybe, Mike is secretly addicted to maple syrup. Maple syrup via grueling decision.
by Cannon Jacques on Jan 27, 2009 11:07 PM EST reply actions
Wow, what a stupid uneven bet. A friend of my lost a bet, drank a quart of eggnog and was sick for a week. Meanwhile, I live in China for 5 years and have eaten a couple of pigs feet. I never liked them because I could never get past seeing the toenail, but the taste is delicious. If you’ve ever had the Chinese dish hong shao rou (translates literally as stewed meat – it was Chairman Mao’s favorite dish), properly cooked pigs feat tastes the same – better than bacon. Seriously, you better stipulate that he can’t go down to China town and get a BBQ pigs foot, make sure it’s cold and pickled. Right now this bet is the equivalent of: if I win I get to punch you in the arm, if you win you get to punch me in the balls.
/\ Jahbulon makes one of the smartest comments in weeks
Relax Luke, I’m pretty sure there’s no danger in drinking that much syrup (as long as you don’t make a habit of it, which could cause Diabetes). The pig’s foot should be raw.
"It's like a flying knuckle sandwich." --Rogan
"And many men have eaten it." -- Goldy
by thetakeover on Jan 27, 2009 11:12 PM EST up reply actions
How to drink the syrup
By the way, if you lose (and personally, I don’t think you will), I’d suggest doing the syrup as a series of shots over a power hour rather than chugging it a la anchorman.
"It's like a flying knuckle sandwich." --Rogan
"And many men have eaten it." -- Goldy
by thetakeover on Jan 27, 2009 11:13 PM EST up reply actions
Considering Ryan’s underlying fear of non-hot dog looking meat products, I’m happy with the wagers. Doesn’t matter since B.J. is gonna roll the Canuck anyway.
I actually love Aunt Jemima Lite syrup and routinely drink it straight from the
bottle for a quick sugar fix. Never drank a whole bottle though.
Ryan’s big fear was that ‘God does exist and he hates me’ – pretty much the only way he sees BJ pulling this out is divine vengeance.
Good thing there’s no God :-o
by Derek Suboticki on Jan 27, 2009 11:25 PM EST reply actions
God...
I hate that we’re giving away a win to the Fightlinker guys. GSP is going to crush him…the vomiting of the syrup is going to be so awful. I mean…just god damn awful.
Contributing Editor - BloodyElbow.com - SBNation's mixed martial arts headquarters.
by Brent Brookhouse on Jan 28, 2009 12:50 AM EST reply actions
My prediction for this fight is that GSP will use his ground game and take-downs to lay on top of BJ, much like he did when he manhandled Matt Serra in part 2.
Yup BJ is great at Jiu Jitsu
he really doesn’t like getting hit though. His body doesn’t respond very well
Gimme 1 Round!
Watch your Insulin Levels buddy
Bloodyelbow is the only place that I post on because I feel it is a tightly knit community of fans and practitioncers that have great insight into the sport and good senses of humor. However, my support has nothing to do with the fact that I forsee a near- diabetic shock in your future, Mike.
I dont use the tv show or any hype to base my prediction. I base it on:
A. BJ relies on his instincts to finish fights 90% of the time. He doesnt follow through with game plans really , and thats not to say that you could easily formulate one against a guy as well-rounded as gsp. I dunno if the jab+takedown formula can work this time.
B. Its been a good minute since BJ fought at 170 and he looks fat.
C. I study at a Renzo Gracie academy so i’d prob get my balls cut off for choosing BJ on this one (joking, thats besides the point really)
I don’t base any of my predictions on hype (or at least I try not to). But I don’t think BJ will fare well in this fight. GSP has him outscored in every department — he is way more athletic, his cardio is probably in the top 5 in the UFC, and his wrestling is unmatched.
What GSP doesn’t have, or at least hasn’t shown us lately, is his ability to put someone on queer street with a single punch. I think GSP needs to win this without taking it to the judges cards.
Counterpoint
A. BJ has a far better chin than GSP.
B. BJ has won all every single 1 and 2nd round before his cardio fails him. (This is an excuse, but it’s true)
C. BJ has never been submitted.
D. GSP has a suspect chin (admit it, it’s true).
E. BJ has power in his hands and knees. GSP has no 1-punch knockout power.
GSP’s gameplan is going to be wrestling and will be his best way to beat Penn. If GSP’s keeps to his gameplan of Koschecking Penn, I can see him winning. However, if he stands and strike, I see a Penn TKO.
Um he lost rd 2 to GSP last time
and didn’t look too hot in rd 2 against Hughes after that.
Gimme 1 Round!
Money
Here’s a character study to consider going into the BJ Penn GSP fight. Is BJ’s arrogance and tendency to insult GSP showcasing his confidence or masking his insecurities? Will GSP’s humble approach, and respectful demeanor be rewarded with victory?
Regardless of which fighter you prefer, BJ lacks class. I hope GSP makes a martyr out of him. Both fighters have grueling training schedules so thats a moot point. Let’s see if class and respect is rewarded. (I’ve took GSP with the money line at the Venetian in Vegas) Looking forward to discussing post fight.
by downformontreal on Jan 28, 2009 3:21 AM EST reply actions
This is prize fighting. The better fighter is rewarded, with no regard for class or how much you love puppies.
"I see him beating Anderson Silva. I see him picking him apart. Him at a 131 years old...(trails off)." - Tito on Belfort at Affliction:DOR
by Rundownloser on Jan 28, 2009 12:35 PM EST up reply actions
Not quite true actually, you have to take into account the fan reaction. BJ just rubs some people wrong.
Rewarded in terms of a win.
"I see him beating Anderson Silva. I see him picking him apart. Him at a 131 years old...(trails off)." - Tito on Belfort at Affliction:DOR
by Rundownloser on Jan 28, 2009 3:47 PM EST up reply actions
Then both men..
eat pigs feet covered in syrup.
Contributing Editor - BloodyElbow.com - SBNation's mixed martial arts headquarters.
by Brent Brookhouse on Jan 28, 2009 12:11 PM EST up reply actions
Draws in the UFC?
I thought they weren’t able to have a draw in the UFC? Some rule or something.
I am the bastard love child of Junie Browning and Diamond Dave Kaplan.
Whats funny
Is I was on MMAplayground before the Tito vs Rashad fight and tried to bet on Draw cause I hate both of them. It doesn’t let you :( I should have won the whole damn thing for that bet alone.
Gimme 1 Round!
A whole bottle of original syrup...
could cause some issues. I’d make sure to drink a lot of water with it, or else you could risk kidney damage or dehydration.

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