Hmmm...never in my life did I think this fight would be going down. By the time Bonnar really hit the surface during his stint on The Ultimate Fighter, Mark Coleman was fighting for titles in Pride in the twilight of his career. This should be interesting to say the least.
Bonnar is still looking for that one win that will solidify his place, if even just as a gatekeeper, after his steroid suspension. His two wins since then have come against a very lackluster Mike Nickels, who seemed to be just fighting himself out of the UFC like most Ultimate Fighter alumni, and an Eric Schafer who had yet to really find his way in the cage. He looked to be very resilient against Jon Jones, though losing a decision to a fighter who is proving to be quite a dynamic prospect, as disussed before. He has a solid stand up game, and is slick on the ground, and off of his back.(Which is where he might find himself) He has a multitude of ways to win this fight and will prove trouble for Mark Coleman.
Mark Coleman...hmmm...Like I said, I never thought I'd see this fight, let alone see Mark Coleman resurface after his hall of fame induction and psudo retirement from the fight game. He came into his return fight against Shogun Rua with the physique of one of those old guys running down the beach/boardwalk who you are certain used to live in the weight room. He looked great...for the first few minutes. Though this fight was supposed to be revenge for Mauricio, let's face it, it was a comeback fight of sorts for both and a way to let Mark Coleman's career end in the octagon. Mark has one way to win this fight, and that's to take it to the ground and work the technique he innovated and made his name with; ground and pound. This will be tough, as Stephan is slick on the ground and has an active guard.
Look for the two to stand for a minute, and Coleman to take him down. Stephan will end up sweeping him or working an armbar or triangle.
Result: Stephan Bonnar by 1st Round Submission.
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