10-17-2015, 11:54 AM
(09-09-2015, 03:16 AM)tm7 Wrote: Apparently a number of highly ranked Aussie said no, incl Leapai. So they seem like they're trying to step him up. But I just can't think why you'd chose this guy if you're going to spend the money on getting him all the way here from Africa.
Surely there's some heavyweights closer to home of the same standard and pay expectations?
i think the problem here is budget. joe and kali would have cost a bit of money. its hard to match every fight when you have some future stars (izu and willis) on the show who want the good money. it leaves nothing for the opponent. those good aussies would only fight for the right money id say.
as much as i like izu and wills i'd rather see domestic fights and see them paid well. guys like nik the greek, sam R, reese P and rob b would all match up well and be reasonably priced.
lots of great matches out there for the new zealand public to engage with and help grow the sport to the main stream