Takanori Gomi has managed to secure the victory against a very game Takashi Nakakura, and most of the internet is a-buzz with the notion that the Gomi that everyone had fallen in love with has made a miraculous return to the "Fireball Kid" of old and is in a position to take the rest of the world by storm. In his own words, he would " like to relax for a little bit, and if I continue fighting, I’d like to test the waters overseas." Anyone with half a brain would conclude that with his relatively recent appearance at a UFC pay-per-view, and his mention of Dana White in the article, its very clear that he has the intention of possibly giving his career a quick-start in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. It is entirely possible that Dana might have a different opinion, and Gomis talents would likely be appreciated elsewhere, more than likely in Strikeforce.
However, a second round TKO of a previously thought outmatched Nakakura isnt enough to set off the bells and whistles in my mind. I should mention, that the "Kid"'s performances in the past have led me to believe devoutly in his ability to withstand copious amounts of punishment and still manage to come out victorious. He should, However, at the very least, attempt a comeback fight in Dream or Sengoku, against someone who has real championship level caliber. Ive heard banter pertaining to the high level of competition Gomi was about to face in the Japanese-born and bred Nakakura, but as a big fish swimming in a small pond, that kind of talk has to be taken with a grain of salt. Im not saying Nakakura is without talent, but a step up in competition is definately warranted for Gomi after his frankly lackluster losses to un-heralded competition. I was elated to see the look in his eyes after he had founght a hard won victory, but deep inside me, I cant help but think if this triumph is enough to propel him back into the limelight, and the hearts and minds of combat enthusiasts the world over.
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