Thread: Aiki in MMA
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Old 07-10-2012, 11:30 AM   #11
Michael Hackett
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Re: Aiki in MMA

I see it just the opposite Richard. He does have strong striking skills, but he also takes a lot of punishment in doing so. I haven't seen anything spectacular on the ground either, but that holds true for almost all of the submission/BJJ guys as well. He just quietly and competently moves into position and does his thing without any flair or fanfare. Another great skill he has to offer is his tremendous conditioning. He just looks comfortable and capable of doing five or six more rounds without effort. All in all, a tremendous athlete.

Michael
"Leave the gun. Bring the cannoli."
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