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Quinton “Rampage” Jackson will get a taste of Hollywood next month with his appearance in the movie remake of the hit television show from the 80’s “The A-Team”. His performance Saturday night however did not warrant silver screen status as he lost to rival Rashad Evans.
Jackson plays the role of B.A. Baracus originally played by Mr. T in the series. He spent the last fourteen months off from competing while making the movie and the negative effects which occurred were definitely evident during the match. Evan’s skills proved superior, and Jackson was not even able to hold his own when the two were in striking position.
“I guess ring rust is a factor,” Jackson said. “I looked good, felt good, was strong, but I had a lot of rust.”
Jackson’s best moments were early in the fight and in the final round in which he knocked Evans to the canvas and continued delivering blows until Evans was able to counter. “I went down for a little bit, but that’s what happens,” Evans said.
Evan’s later took Jackson down not once but twice and Jackson’s frustration was evident in his face as the bell sounded.
Jackson was greeted by Evans in the first round by a clean right that backed him right up to the cage. Rampage recovered and referee Herb Dean separated the two. Seconds later Evans scored a takedown.
Jackson was prepared for Evans to attempt to turn the fight into a wrestling match however was unable to escape his grasp against the cage.
Jackson’s sluggish moves were indicative of training time which was missed to make his mark in Hollywood. Evan’s won a title shot and $410,000 in the fight while Jackson earned $250,000 and a possible chance at a rematch in the future.
