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Friday, Week 1, August 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Mal Phe Roby (22-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #7, Favorite: -730) vs. "Satanic" Ali Pyke (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #135, Underdog: +580) Mal Phe Roby is an extremely tough Indonesian fighter who has an exceptional ability to shake off even the hardest blows as if they were mere slaps. He is a decent striker in his own right, and is especially fond of his vicious low leg kicks and Muay Thai knee strikes. Tenacious in the extreme, his dogged determination makes him a hard fighter to finish. The first ever ALPHA-1 Middleweight champion, his reign was one of the highlights of mid-90's ALPHA-1. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Haranobu Oshiro in ALPHA-1. Ali Pyke is a Middleweight competitor from Indiana who originally comes from a kick boxing background. Master of using low kicks to break down his opponents base, he also possesses a powerful head kick. He is coming off a fourth round TKO victory over Ronnie Allen Teller in the first round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Dexter "D-Man" Darling (19-6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #31, Favorite: -1200) vs. Blaze "Hellraiser" Weeks (5-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #98, Underdog: +950) Dexter Darling is one of the best pure athletes in MMA history, whose success in the sport has been built on his explosive power and never-ending stamina. The former football players best strategy has always been to follow one of his massive takedowns with brutal ground and pound, but as his career advanced so too has his ability to use smooth boxing to vary his attacks. In recent years his win-loss record has taken a battering though, and many feel that he has been found out. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Leonardo da Costa in GAMMA. Blaze Weeks may have an awesome name but unfortunately his MMA skills are not quite as good. He may improve as he gains experience, but early in his career he has shown nothing to contradict the fact that he is a fairly bland wrestler who poses little threat of finishing opponents. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Zenko Hatakeyama in the first round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Joaquim "Assassino Silencioso" Fontes (27-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #2, Favorite: -1200) vs. Gordy Gallant (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #127, Underdog: +950) Joaquim Fontes is one of Brazil's top fighters, he is an elite level BJJ black belt who has developed a competent stand-up game to make him an all-around threat. Always ultra-dangerous on the ground, he is well known for having one of the more active guards in MMA and for being a master of locking up triangles and armbars from his back. A former FLB Middleweight champion who had five back-to-back submission wins at the time of the company's closure. He joined ALPHA-1 in 2001 and marked his debut with a stunning win, handing Carlos da Guia his first ever pro loss to win the Middleweight title. Gordy Gallant is a wrestler who is noted for being a cardio machine. At his best when he can beat up opponents from the clinch, he looks like a real prospect for the future. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Tadakuni Fumihiko in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Islander" Neil Napier (18-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #15, Favorite: -1170) vs. Barrett "The F Bomb" Fforde (10-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #143, Underdog: +930) Neil Napier is widely regarded as one of the most naturally talented fighters of his generation, and is also well known for being one of the first fighter to see the value in taking a cerebral approach to MMA, scouting opponents carefully and creating finely detailed gameplans for every fight. Devastated by his defeat to Matthew Dean in 1998, the narrative of Napier's quest to get another shot at the Middleweight title has been one of GAMMA's major focal points and it was an enormous shock when he went on to lose to Osmosis Benn in a #1 Contender's bout at GAMMA 41. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Osmosis Benn in GAMMA. Barrett Fforde broke into MMA in 1995, and was originally a pretty basic wrestler who didn't really have anything that made him stand out from the masses of other MMA fighters who come from a grappling background. He joined American Cage Fighters in 1998 and was soon sporting a much more rounded skill set and looking like a far better fighter, a testament to how a good camp can hone a competitor. He has remained there ever since, although he's never quite made the leap to the next level in terms of quality. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Wagner in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Bambang Sriyanto (26-9-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #23, Favorite: -560) vs. Kramer "The Predator" Mayweather (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #151, Underdog: +440) Bambang Sriyanto is the type of rugged no-nonsense fighter that nobody wants to compete against. He is a master of the art of getting in people's faces, throwing them off their gameplan, and using his razor sharp elbows and knees to mess them up. No fight is ever easy against him, and he has been able to translate that into a lot of success and become one of the top-ranked Middleweight competitors in the world. A regular with ALPHA-1, in recent years he has begun to struggle and it may be that a long career of brutal wars are beginning to catch up to him. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Thais Antonio Taffarel in ALPHA-1. Kramer Mayweather is potentially a future star, and is a great kick boxer who can do some serious damage with his fists and feet. His excellent takedown defence helps cover his weak ground game, forcing most fighters to take him on at his own game. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Gempachi Higa in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Mack Attack" Petey Mack (11-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #39, Favorite: -1200) vs. Tsunesaburo Baisotei (6-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #167, Underdog: +950) Petey Mack is a very dangerous opponent, who is versatile and can cause damage from virtually anywhere. His striking is crisp and powerful, his strength and balance make him a very good wrestler, and he has some extremely under-rated submission skills. Add all of that to his physical abilities and his mental toughness and you have one of the best in the world. A GAMMA regular, his record with them looks pretty average until you consider that he is pretty regularly fighting the best of the best. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Tora Mizwar in GAMMA. Tsunesaburo Baisotei is a fairly poor fighter, who has some average submission skills that could cause issues for the unwary, but for the most part he just doesn't have the skill or athleticism to compete at anything but the lowest level. He is coming off a fourth round submission victory over Ashihei Takimoto in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Ashley "The Tiger" Ballard (14-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #18, Underdog: +120) vs. Tony Legg (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #111, Favorite: -160) Ashley Ballard is a very good kick boxer who is enormously powerful thanks to his compact, muscular frame. A cardio machine, he rarely seems to tire. He was undefeated for the first five years of his career, racking up a 13-0 record while working the local circuit and GAMMA undercard, but took his first defeat in January 2000 when Brazilian star Braulio Moura stopped him. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Thomas Smith in GAMMA. Tony Legg is a strong wrestler who had a lot of success in that sport in his college days, and now brings his grappling skills to MMA. His power, drive, and excellent takedowns are all huge weapons in his arsenal, but he will need to overcome his tendency to gas and his inability to deal with being on his back before he can really think about becoming a contender. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Nigel Malley in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Eriverton Laurentino (11-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Underdog: +320) vs. Edgar Van Den Hoogenband (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #82, Favorite: -410) Eriverton Laurentino is a quick, scrappy fighter, who is from a kick boxing background and so is more than comfortable standing and trading with anyone in the world. He fought Braulio Moura for the FLB Middleweight title in 1999, his biggest fight to date, but was defeated. He has since gone on to reestablish himself as one of the rising stars of MMA and joined GAMMA in 2001 after FLB went bust. Unfortunately he suffered a bad loss on his company debut, getting knocked out cold by Carl Ratcliffe. Edgar Van Den Hoogenband is one of the very best kick boxers in the world, an elite striker who can stand and trade with anyone in the sport, if he can improve his wrestling and ground game, he could be a major player. A bad knee injury suffered in early 1999 saw him sidelined for eighteen months and really stalled his career. Since returning he has looked less dynamic than before, and in October 2001 he tasted his first defeat after getting bullied by young Charlie Oakley for three rounds. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Hachemon Matsuda in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Brickhouse" Thorbjorn Rekdal (11-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Favorite: -930) vs. Derren "Hawkeye" Barton (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #186, Underdog: +740) Thorbjorn Rekdal is an elite level kick boxer, who is an ultra-dangerous striker who has the power, technique, and speed to knock out just about anybody with his punches and kicks. His unassuming personality, European location, and the amount of time he takes between fights have limited the impact he's had on MMA though, which is why he isn't as famous or respected as he probably should be. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Matsuta Satou in the first round of the tournament. Derren Barton was originally a kick boxer, who spent a couple years working hard on his wrestling prior to becoming a professional MMA fighter, realising that without a grappling background he would be very vulnerable. The end product of his hard work is a well-rounded mixed martial artist who can cause problems for anyone. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Tucker Plumm in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Sandman" Rob Baines (33-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #10, Favorite: -850) vs. Dennis "The Irish Lion" Gallagher (15-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #119, Underdog: +670) Rob Baines is a submission specialist, who is considered one of the very best at controlling and tapping opponents on the floor. Nicknamed "The Sandman" because of the amount of people he has put to sleep with his favorite move, the rear naked choke, the only thing that has held him back from becoming a true world beater is his average stand-up. Nonetheless, he did capture the BCF Middleweight title in 2001 with an impressive finish of Davis Spyrou. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Hans-Peter Schneider that was his first defence of the BCF Middleweight title. Dennis Gallagher is a competent but deeply unmemorable fighter, who has decent hands and can grapple a bit, but ultimately has nothing about him that indicates he'll ever be able to break out of the pack and become more than a solid journeyman. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Paxton Brinkal in the first round of the tournament. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Tadao Miyazaki (11-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #26, Favorite: -1110) vs. Hayato Koga (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #154, Underdog: +880) Tadao Miyazaki is one of the rising stars of Japanese MMA, who blends the awesome unorthodox strikes of his Karate background with an exciting, highly active ground game to create a unique and very effective style of MMA. A former contender for the ALPHA-1 Middleweight title, many feel that Miyazaki is a lock to crack the world top 10 at 185 lbs. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Zaco in ALPHA-1. Hayato Koga is a true mixed martial artist, who comes from an amateur wrestling background but has studied striking and submissions to make himself a versatile all-rounder. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Jorge Hormazabal in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Ivor "The Engine" Orr (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Favorite: -600) vs. "The Specialist" Keith Plaice (19-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #191, Underdog: +470) Ivor Orr is trained in the art of catch wrestling, and is a tough opponent who knows all the tricks of the grappling trade and can make life extremely uncomfortable for whoever is facing him. After going 6-0 on local events across Ireland, he joined BCF in 2001. He debuted with a hard fought win over Rhys Buck to announce himself in the Middleweight division and followed that up with a huge win, beating Augustus Shorrock by submission. He is coming off a sixth round submission victory over Tuck Durdell in the first round of the tournament. Keith Plaice is a decent Muay Thai fighter who can pose problems if not taken seriously enough. A tall, thin competitor, he uses his reach advantage to keep other, shorter Middleweights at distance, and his height means that he is especially good at delivering knee strikes. His big weakness is undoubtedly his wrestling, as he has neither the skills nor the physical bulk to prevent opponents from manhandling him in the clinch. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Thom Billings in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournamennt Second Round Bout: Dwayne "The Pain" Alleyne (10-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #34, Favorite: -420) vs. Gavin "The Lawman" Marshall (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #95, Underdog: +330) Dwayne Alleyne is a Greco-Roman wrestler, who loves to grab a hold of his opponent, press them up against the cage, then wear them down with his nasty dirty boxing. With his seemingly endless cardio, he can inflict damage on his opponent all night long if needed. After impressing on the local scene he was a natural signing for GAMMA. He debuted for them in 2001 and made an exceptionally strong start to his career there, defeating both Alex Cole and Thomas Smith in his first two fights. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Thomas Smith in GAMMA. Gavin Marshall is a great young prospect from California, who marries an excellent pedigree in amateur wrestling with dangerously heavy hands to create a style that is hard to deal with. Many have already tipped him as a future champion. He is coming off a third round submission victory over Owen Hyde in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Woody "Buzz Saw" Fierstein (12-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #42, Favorite: -170) vs. "Tenacious" Shaun Dico (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #170, Underdog: +130) Woody Fierstein is a decorated amateur wrestler who has worked hard to expand his skill set and become a real mixed martial artist. He has exceptional cardio that allows him to keep attacking for the entire match, and he often picks up wins by finishing strongly against tired opponents. He has been working for GAMMA since late '96 although he has tended to struggle when fighting the better competitors in the Middleweight division. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Timothy McNally in GAMMA. Shaun Dico comes from a wrestling background and got his nickname "Tenacious" because of the way he relentlessly goes for takedowns. Difficult to deal with once he has top control, and an absolute master of shutting down submission games, he is one of the hardest fighters to strategize against. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Paul Goodfellow in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Michihito Yamazaki (7-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #202, Underdog: +490) vs. Snuffy Fontana (9-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #74, Favorite: -620) Michihito Yamazaki is a decidedly average wrestler, whose only real threat is that he'll be able to grind his way to a submission victory with his grappling, as he has little in the way of submissions or striking with which to finish opponents. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Alex Cole in the first round of the tournament. Snuffy Fontana is a Middleweight prospect from the UK, an all-rounder who can strike, grapple, or use submissions. With time to develope, he could become a major name. He joined BCF in 2000 and made his debut on the final show of the year, outclassing and defeating Pierce Jeeler. Although he has since had his first defeat (to Edgar Van Den Hoogenband), he has shown that he is going to be a real player in the division. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Conrad Bueller in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Ademir Coelho (10-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #50, Underdog: +380) vs. Pepe (12-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #178, Favorite: -480) Ademir Coelho is a decent Muay Thai fighter, good on his feet or when able to get in close and use his knee strikes, his weakness is his ground game. His career highlight so far has been competing for the FLB Middleweight title in July 2000, where he lost to the champion, Joaquim Fontes. Since FLB's demise Coelho has been working for ALPHA-1 in Japan. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Welvis Andre de Arruda in the first round of the tournament. Pepe is a solid professional from Brazil who has good hands and a decent grappling game to his name, but neither is it at high enough level to truly test any of the bigger names in the sport. He's definately an upper-level fighter on the regional circuit though. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Omar Calvert in the first round of the tournament. Weigh-In Results Mal Phe Roby (185 lbs) vs. Ali Pyke (185 lbs) Dexter Darling (185 lbs) vs. Blaze Weeks (185 lbs) Joaquim Fontes (185 lbs) vs. Gordy Gallant (185 lbs) Neil Napier (185 lbs) vs. Barrett Fforde (185 lbs) Bambang Sriyanto (185 lbs) vs. Kramer Mayweather (185 lbs) Petey Mack (185 lbs) vs. Tsunesaburo Baisotei (185 lbs) Ashley Ballard (185 lbs) vs. Tony Legg (185 lbs) Eriverton Laurentino (185 lbs) vs. Edgar Van Den Hoogenband (185 lbs) Thorbjorn Rekdal (185 lbs) vs. Derren Barton (185 lbs) Rob Baines (185 lbs) vs. Dennis Gallagher (185 lbs) Tadao Miyazaki (185 lbs) vs. Hayato Koga (185 lbs) Ivor Orr (185 lbs) vs. Keith Plaice (185 lbs) Dwayne Alleyne (185 lbs) vs. Gavin Marshall (185 lbs) Woody Fierstein (185 lbs) vs. Shaun Dico (185 lbs) Mochihito Yamazaki (185 lbs) vs. Snuffy Fontana (185 lbs) Ademir Coelho (185 lbs) vs. Pepe (185 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 45 Full Fight Card MW: Mal Phe Roby vs. Ali Pyke MW: Dexter Darling vs. Blaze Weeks MW: Joaquim Fontes vs. Gordy Gallant MW: Neil Napier vs. Barrett Fforde MW: Bambang Sriyanto vs. Kramer Mayweather MW: Petey Mack vs. Tsunesaburo Baisotei MW: Ashley Ballard vs. Tony Legg MW: Eriverton Laurentino vs. Edgar Van Den Hoogenband MW: Thorbjorn Rekdal vs. Derren Barton MW: Rob Baines vs. Dennis Gallagher MW: Tadao Miyazaki vs. Hayato Koga MW: Ivor Orr vs. Keith Plaice MW: Dwayne Alleyne vs. Gavin Marshall MW: Woody Fierstein vs. Shaun Dico MW: Mochihito Yamazaki vs. Snuffy Fontana MW: Ademir Coelho vs. Pepe

Saturday, Week 4, July 2002 Live From Brandon, Manitoba PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Hiroshige Shiga (10-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -520) vs. "Mr. Fantastic" Ojay Houghley (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Green Bay, Wisconsin, Underdog: +410) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Alan Allen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Houghley may have weighed in the same as Shiga yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:48) Houghley steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Shiga fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Two jabs hit home from Houghley and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Shiga throws a two-punch combo but Houghley avoids both. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Houghley comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Shiga throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:01) A jab hits home from Houghley and then he lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Houghley chooses to shoot in on Shiga. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Houghley can't get past the sprawl of Shiga and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:26) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Houghley had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:01) A jab hits home from Shiga and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Houghley initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Shiga tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Houghley connects with a jab but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Shiga wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Houghley connects with a nice jab and then hits Shiga with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Shiga looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down. (Rd 1 - 02:01) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 01:31) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:56) A jab is wide from Shiga, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Shiga stalks forward, pressuring Houghley. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Houghley hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Shiga can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Houghley with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Shiga aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 1 - 00:18) A jab lands from Houghley, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Without taking too much damage, Shiga is able to clinch with Houghley. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Houghley took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Houghley looks pumped up and his team are delighted. (Rd 1 - 00:00) He may have come into this fight as the heavy underdog, but you wouldn't know it based on that first round. (Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Shiga. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) Houghley comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Shiga fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Houghley connects with a nice jab and then he catches Shiga with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Shiga connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:05) Shiga throws a punch but Houghley was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Houghley takes the chance and shoots on Shiga. (Rd 2 - 03:51) The takedown is unsuccessful, Shiga sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety. (Rd 2 - 03:20) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Houghley moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Shiga into exchanging strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Houghley steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Shiga. (Rd 2 - 02:53) A jab hits home from Houghley and then he catches Shiga with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:31) A tentative jab from Shiga lands. (Rd 2 - 02:31) Houghley lands a jab and then hits Shiga with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 2 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Houghley comes forward to attack. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Shiga hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Houghley hits a left hand but can't connect with a right to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:55) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 2 - 01:30) There's a takedown attempt from Houghley. (Rd 2 - 01:30) The takedown is successful, Shiga pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 01:30) That's his first successful takedown of the fight. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Houghley pounds away with elbow strikes but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Houghley doesn't let Shiga pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 2 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Houghley throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Shiga attempts to sweep Houghley. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Shiga unbalances Houghley with a messy elevator sweep, giving him the opportunity to scramble. (Rd 2 - 00:09) Houghley ends up in side control. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Houghley, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Houghley up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:52) Shiga steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Houghley hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Shiga hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Shiga attacks with strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Houghley scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 3 - 04:38) A jab lands from Shiga but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:15) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:15) Houghley is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:15) Shiga is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:15) Shiga is bleeding above his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound. (Rd 3 - 03:56) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Shiga misses with a big right hand, allowing Houghley to counter with a couple of jabs that are followed by a solid right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:22) Taking a few gulps of breath, Houghley is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 03:13) Shiga moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Houghley into exchanging strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:13) Houghley hit a counter left hand. (Rd 3 - 03:13) Shiga throws a one-two, but Houghley was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 03:06) Shiga is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 02:56) A defensive jab hits from Houghley. (Rd 3 - 02:56) Shiga lands a left hand and then hits Houghley with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 02:31) Shiga throws a punch but Houghley was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Houghley moves in fast and shoots on Shiga. (Rd 3 - 02:18) Shiga stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety. (Rd 3 - 01:50) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Houghley lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Moving forward constantly, Shiga is pressuring Houghley. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Houghley lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Shiga throws a one-two, but Houghley was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:45) Houghley shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 00:45) Houghley gets a single leg takedown! Shiga pulls guard off it. (Rd 3 - 00:45) That's two takedowns from five attempts. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Houghley attempts to pass guard. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Shiga allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble. (Rd 3 - 00:18) Shiga ends up on the bottom with Houghley in side control. (Rd 3 - 00:05) Houghley throws some short elbows but Shiga defends against them well. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Houghley, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Shiga needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. (Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Shiga. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:53) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 04:53) Houghley connects with a left hand. Shiga hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 4 - 04:34) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 4 - 04:13) Houghley throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Shiga gets hold of Houghley. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Houghley prevents Shiga from hitting a knee. (Rd 4 - 03:41) Shiga is trying to push Houghley so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:41) Shiga does it, Houghley is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:28) Shiga hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 4 - 03:15) Houghley is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:15) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Houghley. (Rd 4 - 03:03) Shiga hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Houghley takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 4 - 02:43) Shiga catches Houghley with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:32) Houghley gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 4 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:26) Houghley is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 02:12) Houghley wrestles back against Shiga, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:53) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 4 - 01:53) A few deep breaths betray that Shiga is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 4 - 01:41) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:41) Shiga misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Houghley comes in with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a right hand. (Rd 4 - 01:31) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Houghley is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 4 - 01:18) Shiga comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 4 - 01:18) Houghley scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 4 - 01:18) Shiga throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 4 - 01:01) Shiga fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Houghley with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 00:54) Shiga doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 4 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Houghley moves in on Shiga, preparing to throw. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Shiga had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Houghley can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Shiga aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Houghley connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 4 - 00:20) Referee Leo Behan calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Houghley. (Rd 4 - 00:20) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem. (Rd 4 - 00:20) We're back underway! (Rd 4 - 00:14) A tired-looking Houghley shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:14) Houghley gets a single leg takedown! Shiga pulls guard off it. (Rd 4 - 00:14) That's three takedowns from six attempts. (Rd 4 - 00:07) Houghley pounds away with elbow strikes, but Shiga calmly deals with them. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Houghley, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Shiga is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:53) Shiga looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Houghley simply took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:53) Houghley connects with a nice jab and then hits Shiga with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 04:32) A tired Houghley moves forward, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:32) He has the takedown! Shiga pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 04:25) Houghley is looking really tired. (Rd 5 - 04:25) Houghley keeps Shiga guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Shiga tries to sweep Houghley but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 5 - 03:46) Houghley looks to get past the guard. (Rd 5 - 03:46) Shiga fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 5 - 03:33) The scramble ends with Shiga grabbing Houghley and getting a waist lock, gaining back control. (Rd 5 - 02:40) Grappling from behind, Shiga attempts to wrestle Houghley to the ground. (Rd 5 - 02:40) Shiga tries hard but cannot get Houghley off of his feet. (Rd 5 - 02:01) Shiga tries to drag Houghley down to the ground from behind. (Rd 5 - 02:01) Shiga tries hard but cannot get Houghley off of his feet, and eventually loses his back entirely. (Rd 5 - 01:35) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 5 - 01:05) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:05) Shiga misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 5 - 00:48) Shiga attacks with strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:48) Houghley hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 5 - 00:48) Shiga lands a left hand and then he hits Houghley with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 00:37) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 00:37) Using his wrestling skills, Shiga is trying to push Houghley up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:37) Shiga does it, Houghley is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:19) Shiga hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 5 - 00:09) From the looks of things, I don't think Shiga has much energy left. (Rd 5 - 00:09) Shiga tries to maintain control, but Houghley wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Shiga ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Houghley, but only a 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making 'Mr. Fantastic' Ojay Houghley the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'Mr. Fantastic' Ojay Houghley defeats Hiroshige Shiga (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Ojay Houghley thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Ojay Houghley says that he knows that beating Hiroshige Shiga is a big upset but that he always believed in himself. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Yaichiro "Moon Boy" Takahama (8-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Underdog: +100) vs. Augustus Shorrock (9-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Ulster, Northern Ireland, Favorite: -110) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Franklin Mencken, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Moving forward constantly, Takahama is pressuring Shorrock. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Shorrock fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Takahama lands a right jab but Shorrock evades a big left to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:58) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Takahama fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Takahama lands a jab and then lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:08) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 02:33) There's a takedown attempt from Shorrock. (Rd 1 - 02:33) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Takahama pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Shorrock smothers Takahama with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 01:56) For the moment Shorrock is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:33) Shorrock deflects a couple of punches that Takahama threw from below. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Shorrock keeps very tight to Takahama, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Shorrock deflects a couple of punches that Takahama threw from below. (Rd 1 - 00:48) Shorrock smothers Takahama with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Shorrock peppers Takahama with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Takahama tries to pull Shorrock in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Shorrock took that round, 10-9 on my score card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:54) Takahama comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Shorrock misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:54) A nice feint from Takahama causes Shorrock to become open. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Takahama hits a right jab and then he lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Takahama steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Shorrock manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Takahama feints an attack that leaves Shorrock slightly off balance. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Takahama comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing two of them, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 04:11) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 03:43) There's a takedown attempt from Shorrock. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Shorrock gets a single leg takedown! Takahama pulls guard off it. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Shorrock lies on top of Takahama, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 02:59) Takahama is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shorrock off of him. (Rd 2 - 02:35) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Shorrock keeps very tight to Takahama and peppers him with short strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Takahama pulls Shorrock close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head. (Rd 2 - 02:03) Shorrock clings very tight to Takahama while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt. (Rd 2 - 01:48) Takahama throws out some punches, but Shorrock leans back to avoid them. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, Shorrock keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:16) Takahama tries to catch Shorrock with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 2 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Shorrock fires off a few punches. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Referee William Yeats decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 2 - 00:31) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Shorrock. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Shorrock up 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:54) Takahama attacks with strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Shorrock throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Takahama can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 04:34) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 3 - 04:06) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Moving forward constantly, Takahama is pressuring Shorrock. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Shorrock misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Takahama can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he scores with a fantastic left cross! (Rd 3 - 03:51) He's down! Shorrock falls to the floor! (Rd 3 - 03:47) Takahama quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Shorrock! (Rd 3 - 03:47) Takahama fires away and Shorrock is eating powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 3 - 03:47) Shorrock appears to go limp and the referee dives in and pulls Takahama away - it's all over! (Rd 3 - 03:36) Yaichiro 'Moon Boy' Takahama takes the win by knock out! Official Result: Yaichiro 'Moon Boy' Takahama defeats Augustus Shorrock (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:24 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Yaichiro Takahama thanks everyone connected to Mok Gar Dojo for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Yaichiro Takahama gives a show of respect to his opponent. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Wes "The Hurt" Hersch (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Lincoln, Nebraska, Favorite: -550) vs. "Captain Marvel" Mortimer Greefell (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Reno, Nevada, Underdog: +430) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Franklin Mencken, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Greenfell clearly has a significant weight advantage now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Hersch can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:44) Greenfell gets hold of Hersch without taking too much damage. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Greenfell uses underhooks to gain solid control, and is looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Hersch stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Hersch attempts to wrestle Greenfell to the ground. (Rd 1 - 04:23) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Hersch tries to lock Greenfell in an armbar. (Rd 1 - 04:09) The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Greenfell has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 03:50) The winner, by submission; Wes Hersch! Official Result: Wes 'The Hurt' Hersch defeats 'Captain Marvel' Mortimer Greenfell (Submission (Armbar) in 1:10 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Wes Hersch praises his team at Team Gorshin, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Jakuchu Abe would be a particularly good contest. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Henning "The Terminator" Olsen (18-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Copenhagen, Denmark, Favorite: -520) vs. Brendon "The Jock" Nicol (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Columbia, Missouri, Underdog: +410) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Olsen moves around, keeping warm, as the introductions are made. He looks ready to go. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:46) Olsen can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Nicol may have been aiming to get in close, but Olsen aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Olsen lands a left hand and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Olsen moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Olsen lands a jab and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Showing good hand speed, Olsen lands a flurry of three punches but Nicol evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Olsen fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:30) It looks like Nicol has been cut above the eye. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Olsen closes in on Nicol, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:07) A jab hits home from Olsen and then he catches Nicol with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Olsen lands two left hands and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Olsen can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:07) Nicol clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 02:07) Olsen lands a jab and then catches Nicol with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:49) A jab hits home from Olsen and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:33) Olsen moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 01:33) Olsen hits a left jab and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Stepping in, Olsen lands three quick punches and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Nicol had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Olsen can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Nicol with a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Olsen is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Olsen can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Nicol with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Olsen can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Olsen, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Nicol. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:54) Nicol may have been aiming to get in close, but Olsen aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:54) A jab hits home from Olsen and then he hits Nicol with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Nicol starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut above his eye. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Olsen throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Olsen can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Nicol. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Olsen can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a body kick. (Rd 2 - 03:44) A jab is wide from Olsen, but then he hits a spin kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Olsen connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:11) A jab is wide from Olsen, but then he lands a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Olsen connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 02:37) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Olsen is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Olsen connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Olsen connects with two left hands and then catches Nicol with a spin kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:58) With Nicol bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 2 - 01:58) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem. (Rd 2 - 01:58) The fight will be restarted in the center! (Rd 2 - 01:43) Olsen confidently comes in closer. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Olsen throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 01:20) Moving around, Nicol is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 2 - 01:20) Olsen lands a jab and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Olsen connects with a nice jab and then hits Nicol with a body kick. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Olsen doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Nicol clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Olsen can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Nicol with a spin kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Olsen can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:10) Olsen connects with a nice jab and then hits Nicol with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Olsen. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Olsen up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:47) Nicol warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 3 - 04:47) Olsen can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Nicol with a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:32) Olsen fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Nicol with a body kick. (Rd 3 - 04:13) Olsen lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 03:48) Olsen doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Olsen looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 03:19) Olsen can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Nicol with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:00) Olsen moves in on Nicol, preparing to throw. (Rd 3 - 03:00) Nicol may have been aiming to get in close, but Olsen aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 03:00) Olsen throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Nicol looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Olsen simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Olsen can't connect with a jab, but then catches Nicol with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 3 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:22) A jab lands from Olsen, but Nicol avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 3 - 02:00) Nicol keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 3 - 02:00) Olsen connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 01:32) A jab is wide from Olsen, but then he catches Nicol with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Olsen lands a left hand and then catches Nicol with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:57) Olsen looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Nicol looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Olsen simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Olsen lands a left hand and then catches Nicol with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 3 - 00:18) Olsen uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Olsen. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Nicol is running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:52) Nicol looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Olsen simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:52) Olsen can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 4 - 04:38) Nicol has an obvious limp as he circles. (Rd 4 - 04:29) A jab lands from Olsen, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 4 - 04:04) A jab is wide from Olsen, but then he lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 4 - 03:54) Nicol comes through that strike and grabs Olsen in a clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:46) Nicol uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Olsen. (Rd 4 - 03:34) Nicol is trying to push Olsen so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:34) Nicol does it, Olsen is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:20) Nicol uses dirty boxing to punish Olsen while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:03) Nicol pins Olsen up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 02:49) Olsen is trapped against the cage and Nicol punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 02:34) Nicol pins Olsen up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 02:19) Olsen is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 4 - 02:02) Olsen is trapped against the cage and Nicol hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 4 - 01:48) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 01:41) Olsen lands a left hand and then catches Nicol with a spin kick to the body. (Rd 4 - 01:15) Olsen misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a kick to the body. (Rd 4 - 01:06) Nicol takes the chance and grabs Olsen into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 01:00) Nicol is trying to push Olsen so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:00) Nicol does it, Olsen is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:43) Nicol pins Olsen up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 4 - 00:23) Olsen is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 4 - 00:04) Unable to break free, Olsen is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:04) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for the remainder of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Nicol. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Nicol winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. (Rd 4 - 00:00) His corner are pumping him up with encouragement, and Nicol looks ready to come out and go for broke. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:53) Olsen can't connect with a jab, but then catches Nicol with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:37) Olsen throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 5 - 04:24) Nicol gets hold of Olsen, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 5 - 04:16) With a good grip giving him solid control over Olsen, Nicol looks to wrestle him down. (Rd 5 - 04:16) A belly-to-belly leaves Olsen on his back under side control! (Rd 5 - 04:00) Nicol begins trying to get himself into a mount. (Rd 5 - 04:00) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Olsen rolled over and gave up his back instead. (Rd 5 - 03:36) Nicol unloads with big right hands and Olsen is struggling to cope! (Rd 5 - 03:20) Nicol tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 5 - 03:20) Olsen defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 5 - 02:45) Olsen tries a roll, but doesn't budge Nicol. (Rd 5 - 02:33) Olsen is in increasing trouble, as Nicol gets both hooks in. (Rd 5 - 02:10) Nicol, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 5 - 02:10) Nicol flattens Olsen out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 5 - 01:50) By submission, the winner is Brendon Nicol! Official Result: Brendon 'The Jock' Nicol defeats Henning 'The Terminator' Olsen (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:10 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Brendon Nicol name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Suezo Takasugi would be a tough challenge but one that he'd be interested in trying. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Vivinho (9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -530) vs. Vlad "Killer" Kogan (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Omsk, Russia, Underdog: +420) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Kogan looks a lot heavier than his opponent now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:53) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Kogan misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Vivinho to attack with a left jab and a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 1 - 04:37) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Vivinho hits a jab but fails on a hook attempt to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Kogan hits a left hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Kogan doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Vivinho hits a glancing blow with a high kick. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Kogan looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down. (Rd 1 - 04:05) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Vivinho doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Kogan scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:45) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:19) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Vivinho misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 02:58) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Kogan misses a right hook and gets countered with a brace of jabs that are followed by a spin kick. (Rd 1 - 02:17) That was a good example of how Vivinho can use his huge reach advantage to win striking battles. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Kogan misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Vivinho moves confidently around the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:54) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Kogan is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Vivinho lands a left jab and also gets a glancing blow with a high kick. (Rd 1 - 01:35) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Kogan lands two jabs but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Vivinho hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:10) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Kogan lands a left hook. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Vivinho finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 00:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:48) Vivinho counters a body shot with a jab and a spin kick. (Rd 1 - 00:23) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 00:10) With Kogan bleeding, referee William Yeats pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 1 - 00:10) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem. (Rd 1 - 00:10) The fight will be restarted in the center! (Rd 1 - 00:04) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Vivinho lands two jabs but doesn't connect with a right hand. Kogan lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Vivinho took that round, 10-9 on my score card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 2 - 04:15) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:15) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Vivinho doesn't connect with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Kogan throws a three punch combination but Vivinho maintains his good guard and is safe. (Rd 2 - 03:59) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 2 - 03:23) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Vivinho checks a leg kick and counters with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:04) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Vivinho misses with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Kogan doesn't connect with a left jab and also fails to land a body kick. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Vivinho is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 02:53) For the first time, Kogan is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 02:42) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 2 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:22) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Kogan avoids a telegraphed spinning back kick and counters with a left jab and a left kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Vivinho uses a left jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. Kogan scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:54) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 01:31) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:31) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter gets caught. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Vivinho has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Kogan can't get past the good guard of Vivinho, two punches were simply absorbed. (Rd 2 - 01:07) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Vivinho is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Kogan hits a jab and also hits a left hook to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:42) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 00:42) Vivinho lands two jabs and also gets a glancing blow with a high kick. Kogan uses a left jab and also lands a left hook to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:16) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Kogan is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Vivinho lands two jabs but misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Vivinho, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Vivinho is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:52) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Kogan uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Vivinho scores with a brace of jabs and also connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:52) The gash above the eye of Kogan has been re-opened by a strike. (Rd 3 - 04:28) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 03:50) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 3 - 03:20) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 03:20) Kogan hits a left to the body. (Rd 3 - 03:20) Vivinho hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:02) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 03:02) Vivinho misses a jab but hits a right hand. Kogan misses a jab but lands a left hook to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:42) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:42) Kogan lands a left hook. (Rd 3 - 02:42) Vivinho hits a pair of jabs and also scores with a left kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:19) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:19) Vivinho comes up short on a body kick and Kogan moves in with a left jab and an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm. (Rd 3 - 02:04) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 3 - 01:32) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 01:32) Vivinho is off target with a left jab but hits a left to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:32) Kogan scores with a jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Vivinho is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Kogan appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 3 - 01:18) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 01:18) Vivinho is off-target with a jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:18) Kogan has a right hand blocked. (Rd 3 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:54) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 3 - 00:41) Referee William Yeats calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Kogan. (Rd 3 - 00:41) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem. (Rd 3 - 00:41) The fight will be restarted in the center! (Rd 3 - 00:31) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:31) Kogan misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 00:20) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:20) Clinched with Vivinho, Kogan looks to try and take him down. (Rd 3 - 00:20) It doesn't work, Vivinho defended against it well. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Kogan just about edged it. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Vivinho ahead 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:47) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 04:47) Vivinho is off target with a left jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 4 - 04:47) Kogan scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 04:28) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Vivinho dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a spinning back kick that doesn't connect. (Rd 4 - 04:16) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:16) With control of the clinch, Kogan tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:16) It doesn't work, Vivinho defended against it well. (Rd 4 - 04:04) Kogan doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 4 - 04:04) Clinched with Vivinho, Kogan looks to try and take him down. (Rd 4 - 04:04) Kogan can't get Vivinho down to the ground. (Rd 4 - 03:44) Vivinho is looking really tired. (Rd 4 - 03:44) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart. (Rd 4 - 03:16) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 03:16) Vivinho counters a right hand with a good right hook. (Rd 4 - 02:53) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Kogan misses with a left jab but lands a leg kick. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Vivinho uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 4 - 02:40) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:40) Vivinho attempts to wrestle Kogan to the ground. (Rd 4 - 02:40) Kogan blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple. (Rd 4 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:23) Kogan tries to take Vivinho down. (Rd 4 - 02:23) Vivinho blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple. (Rd 4 - 01:54) Vivinho looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 01:54) Vivinho doesn't get the takedown, Kogan instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 4 - 01:40) Kogan tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 01:40) Vivinho stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 4 - 01:17) Vivinho looks to take Kogan down with a trip. (Rd 4 - 01:17) Vivinho can't get Kogan down to the ground. (Rd 4 - 01:05) Kogan seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 01:05) Vivinho attempts to wrestle Kogan to the ground. (Rd 4 - 01:05) Vivinho can't get Kogan down to the ground. (Rd 4 - 00:53) Vivinho looks very, very tired. (Rd 4 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 00:53) The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other. (Rd 4 - 00:22) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 4 - 00:11) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:11) Clinched with Vivinho, Kogan looks to try and take him down. (Rd 4 - 00:11) Kogan can't get Vivinho down to the ground. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Kogan came out just ahead on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) So, it looks like it all comes down to the final round - whoever wins it should win the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:46) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 5 - 04:25) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:25) Vivinho misses with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:25) Kogan hits a jab and also hits a good right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:05) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Kogan uses a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Vivinho connects with a left hand. (Rd 5 - 03:50) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 03:50) Vivinho slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a good right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:34) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:34) Vivinho slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross. (Rd 5 - 03:17) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 5 - 02:58) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 02:58) Vivinho dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hand. (Rd 5 - 02:44) Kogan looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 5 - 02:35) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 02:35) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes. (Rd 5 - 02:35) Vivinho uses a body kick but it is parried away. (Rd 5 - 02:35) Kogan misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 5 - 02:16) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 02:16) Kogan misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 02:09) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:09) Vivinho looks to sweep a leg out from under Kogan so as to take him down with a trip. (Rd 5 - 02:09) Vivinho can't get Kogan down to the ground. (Rd 5 - 01:56) Vivinho looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 5 - 01:56) Vivinho attempts to wrestle Kogan to the ground. (Rd 5 - 01:56) Kogan stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 5 - 01:26) Kogan tries to take Vivinho down. (Rd 5 - 01:26) It's unsuccessful, Vivinho maintained a good solid base. (Rd 5 - 01:06) Kogan seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart. (Rd 5 - 00:42) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 00:42) Vivinho lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 00:42) Kogan hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 00:16) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 00:16) Vivinho parries away a body kick and counters with a left kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Vivinho took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 50-45 (Johnny Beerbohm), 49-46 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 50-45 (Millhouse Twain). (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Vivinho! Official Result: Vivinho defeats Vlad 'Killer' Kogan (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Vivinho thanks everyone connected to Brazilian Estrela Academy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and he answers that he still wants to face Motoyuki Matsumara and hopes that fight can be put together soon. Vivinho proved to be a charismatic interviewee. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Mr. Awesome" Carl Ratcliffe (23-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Athens, Georgia, Favorite: -460) vs. Toshiaki Ukiyo (1-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Underdog: +360) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Ukiyo closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Ratcliffe appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Ukiyo took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Two left hands land from Ukiyo, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:33) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Displaying some good boxing, Ukiyo hits a five punch combo that ends with a right cross. Ratcliffe scores with a scything kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 04:05) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Ratcliffe misses a jab but lands a low kick. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Ukiyo manages to connect with only one punch out of a flurry and then hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:27) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Ratcliffe misses a head kick attempt and is countered with quick jabs that are followed by a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Ukiyo nails three quick punches from a flurry but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Ratcliffe is off target with a pair of jabs but connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Ukiyo steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Ratcliffe fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:28) A quick flurry of three punches from Ukiyo sees all of them hit home and then he hits Ratcliffe with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Ukiyo is limping a little bit. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Ukiyo steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Ratcliffe fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Ukiyo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:01) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Ukiyo comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Ratcliffe fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Stepping in, Ukiyo lands three quick punches but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:04) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Ukiyo forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Ratcliffe throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 00:41) A nice feint from Ukiyo causes Ratcliffe to become open. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Attacking with intent, Ukiyo scores with a flurry of five punches and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:22) Limping slightly, Ukiyo is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Ratcliffe appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Ukiyo took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Ukiyo can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Ukiyo moves in behind four quick punches, all of them landing, and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:06) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Ratcliffe. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Ukiyo, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Ukiyo to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Ratcliffe. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:52) Ukiyo comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Ratcliffe hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Ukiyo feints, causing Ratcliffe to move to one side and leave himself wide open. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Ukiyo lands three of five quick punches but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Ukiyo comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Ratcliffe manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 04:23) A flurry of five punches from Ukiyo see them all connect but misses when he attempts to go to the body after. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Ukiyo comes forward, walking down Ratcliffe. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Ukiyo confidently steps into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 03:58) A jab hits home from Ukiyo and then he lands a vicious right cross! (Rd 2 - 03:58) Ratcliffe is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 2 - 03:49) Ukiyo moves in quickly, kneeling beside Ratcliffe and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 2 - 03:49) Ukiyo tries to pound on Ratcliffe, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 2 - 03:34) Ukiyo fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Ratcliffe does well to transition to full guard. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Ukiyo stands up and backs off, letting Ratcliffe stand up as well. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Ukiyo is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Ukiyo acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Ratcliffe looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Ukiyo simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 02:29) A jab hits home from Ukiyo and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:10) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Ratcliffe uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Showing off his great hand speed, Ukiyo punches in bunches with six rapid strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Ukiyo comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Ratcliffe misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:39) A jab is wide from Ukiyo, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Ukiyo forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Ratcliffe manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 01:27) A jab is wide from Ukiyo, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Ratcliffe lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Showing great boxing, Ukiyo scores with three quick punches that set up a nice uppercut. (Rd 2 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Ukiyo can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Ratcliffe with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Ratcliffe doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. Ukiyo lands a left hook. (Rd 2 - 00:25) It looked like we were about to see Ratcliffe try and get some grappling started, but Ukiyo was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Ukiyo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Ratcliffe with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:15) Ukiyo fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Ratcliffe with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Ukiyo slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a good example of how Ukiyo can use his huge reach advantage to win striking battles. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Ukiyo takes that round easily by 10-8 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Ukiyo up 20-17. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 05:00) Limping slightly, Ukiyo is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs. (Rd 3 - 04:49) Ratcliffe clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:49) Ukiyo connects with a nice jab and then hits Ratcliffe with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 04:39) Ukiyo is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 3 - 04:28) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:28) Ratcliffe is off-target with a jab but lands a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 04:28) Displaying good hands, Ukiyo gets his opponent to cover up with three quick punches and then goes to the body with a hook. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Ukiyo looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Ratcliffe is trying to force Ukiyo into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Ratcliffe achieves it, Ukiyo could not fight out of it. (Rd 3 - 04:01) From the clinch, Ratcliffe drives a knee to the stomach. (Rd 3 - 03:43) Ratcliffe tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Ukiyo isn't able to get free of the clinch either. (Rd 3 - 03:07) From the clinch, Ratcliffe hits Ukiyo with a knee to the ribs, but it lacked power. (Rd 3 - 02:49) Ukiyo tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 3 - 02:17) From the clinch, Ratcliffe hits Ukiyo with a knee to the ribs, but it lacked power. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Ratcliffe tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Ukiyo isn't able to get free of the clinch either. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Breathing very hard, Ukiyo is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Ratcliffe breaks his grip and steps back to consider a new strategy. (Rd 3 - 01:08) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Ratcliffe misses a right hook and gets countered with a few quick jabs that are followed by a right cross that just misses. (Rd 3 - 00:48) For the first time, Ratcliffe is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 00:38) Ratcliffe had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 00:38) Stepping in, Ukiyo lands five quick punches and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 3 - 00:14) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Ukiyo. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Ratcliffe will be able to take the victory without a finish. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:47) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 04:47) Ukiyo slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a great right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:07) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:07) Ratcliffe is off target with a pair of jabs but scores with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:07) Ukiyo hits four out of a flurry of five punches but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:32) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 4 - 03:05) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 03:05) Ratcliffe misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Ukiyo to attack with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a right hook to the ribs that doesn't land. (Rd 4 - 02:41) Ukiyo stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered. (Rd 4 - 02:41) Ratcliffe tries to wrestle Ukiyo backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:41) He does so and now has Ukiyo pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 4 - 02:25) Ratcliffe looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Ukiyo works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 4 - 02:03) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 02:03) Ukiyo misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 4 - 01:42) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 01:42) Ukiyo dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a sequence of jabs that are followed by a hook to the body that fails to land. (Rd 4 - 01:10) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 4 - 00:54) Ukiyo stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered. (Rd 4 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:54) Ratcliffe tries to get Ukiyo into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:54) Ukiyo can't fight it off and ends up caught. (Rd 4 - 00:35) Ukiyo looks very, very tired. (Rd 4 - 00:35) From the clinch, Ratcliffe hits Ukiyo with a knee to the ribs, but it lacked power. (Rd 4 - 00:17) Ratcliffe misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Ukiyo. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Ratcliffe realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The red marks on the body of Ukiyo show clearly how many blows to the ribs he has taken tonight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 05:00) Ukiyo is limping noticeably. (Rd 5 - 04:53) Ukiyo steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 5 - 04:53) It looked like we were about to see Ratcliffe try and get some grappling started, but Ukiyo was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 04:53) A quick flurry of five punches from Ukiyo sees all of them hit home and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:25) Ukiyo is limping noticeably. (Rd 5 - 04:18) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:18) Ratcliffe finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 5 - 04:18) Ukiyo lands one of a flurry of quick punches but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:46) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 5 - 03:18) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 03:18) Ratcliffe misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Ukiyo attacks with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 5 - 02:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 02:51) Ratcliffe slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a head kick attempt that narrowly misses. (Rd 5 - 02:32) A few deep breaths betray that Ratcliffe is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 5 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:23) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Ratcliffe hits a left jab and also lands a low kick. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Ukiyo throws a flurry of three punches that end with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 02:05) Ukiyo looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 01:50) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 01:50) Ratcliffe is off-target with a jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 5 - 01:50) Ukiyo scores with four quick punches that set up a nice uppercut. (Rd 5 - 01:21) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 5 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 5 - 00:58) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 00:58) Ratcliffe doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a leg kick. (Rd 5 - 00:58) Ukiyo lands one of a flurry of quick punches but misses a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:15) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 00:15) Ratcliffe misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Ukiyo attacks with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a great right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Ukiyo took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 50-44 (Johnny Beerbohm), 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 50-45 (Millhouse Twain). (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Toshiaki Ukiyo! Official Result: Toshiaki Ukiyo defeats 'Mr. Awesome' Carl Ratcliffe (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Toshiaki Ukiyo name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Showing respect, Toshiaki Ukiyo praises Ratcliffe for his skill and toughness. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Ramon da Silva Ramos (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Favorite: -350) vs. Rhys "Fast" Buck (8-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Wrexham, Wales, Underdog: +270) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Franklin Mencken, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:55) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Ramos misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Buck comes in with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:31) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Ramos lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Buck misses with a right jab but hits a right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Glaring at Buck, Ramos motions for him to come on and attack. (Rd 1 - 04:16) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 03:43) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 03:22) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Ramos misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Buck attacks with a jab and a left hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 02:49) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:49) Ramos dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a stiff head kick that finds its mark! (Rd 1 - 02:38) He's down! Buck falls to the floor! (Rd 1 - 02:38) Ramos moves in quickly, kneeling beside Buck and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 1 - 02:38) Ramos fires away with punches and Buck is taking powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 1 - 02:38) Referee Harry A. Bierce jumps in and saves Buck from taking any more shots! (Rd 1 - 02:19) Ramon da Silva Ramos takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Ramon da Silva Ramos defeats Rhys 'Fast' Buck (TKO (Strikes) in 2:41 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Ramon da Silva Ramos gives a name-check to everyone at Combat Team Curitiba, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Asked who he wants next, he says that he demands a fight with Wes Hersch. Ramon da Silva Ramos has a lot of natural charisma, and that shines in these sort of settings. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Julio "The Nightmare" Gutierrez (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Culiacan, Mexico, Favorite: -200) vs. Ethan "The Terror" Sutton (9-2, 0-1 CTC, From: Red Lake, Ontario, Underdog: +150) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Alan Allen, and Franklin Mencken. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:47) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Gutierrez finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Sutton finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Blood is visible on Sutton, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye. (Rd 1 - 04:30) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Gutierrez slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a leg kick that misses. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Gutierrez is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Sutton finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 03:39) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Sutton lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Gutierrez scores with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Sutton got poked in the eye on that last shot and the fight temporarily halts. (Rd 1 - 03:32) He gets a few moments to recover. (Rd 1 - 03:32) The fight restarts. (Rd 1 - 03:22) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 02:55) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Sutton connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Gutierrez hits a left cross. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Sutton lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Gutierrez finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Sutton misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a hook attempt to the body that doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Gutierrez forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Sutton scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Gutierrez fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick. (Rd 1 - 01:54) The clock is stopped as referee Harry A. Bierce wants to check the cut on Sutton. (Rd 1 - 01:54) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Referee Harry A. Bierce brings them to the center and we're back underway! (Rd 1 - 01:49) Gutierrez comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Sutton manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Gutierrez fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Gutierrez hits a left hand, but Sutton catches the low kick that it set up! (Rd 1 - 01:24) Gutierrez hops on one foot, trying to balance. Sutton tries for a takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Sutton gets the takedown! Gutierrez pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 01:15) In guard, Sutton begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Gutierrez was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Sutton ends up in half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Sutton attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Gutierrez doesn't let Sutton get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Gutierrez tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Sutton. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) Gutierrez comes forward, walking down Sutton. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Sutton hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:47) A jab lands from Gutierrez but Sutton evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Sutton misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Gutierrez to attack with a quick left hook. (Rd 2 - 04:14) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Gutierrez connects with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Sutton lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Gutierrez comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Sutton hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Gutierrez fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Sutton with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Sutton uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Gutierrez lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:25) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Gutierrez comes forward to attack. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Sutton fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Gutierrez lands a left hand and then he hits Sutton with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:52) Gutierrez comes forward, walking down Sutton. (Rd 2 - 02:52) Gutierrez bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 02:52) Gutierrez can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Gutierrez acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Gutierrez doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Gutierrez is too slow with his final kick and that allows Sutton to catch it! (Rd 2 - 02:19) Gutierrez hops on one foot, trying to balance. Sutton tries for a takedown attempt. (Rd 2 - 02:19) Sutton gets the takedown! Gutierrez pulls guard off it. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Sutton throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Sutton deflects a couple of punches that Gutierrez threw from below. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Sutton lies on top of Gutierrez, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 01:20) Sutton keeps Gutierrez guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Gutierrez tries to catch Sutton with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Sutton lies on top of Gutierrez, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 00:10) Sutton smothers Gutierrez with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Sutton, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Sutton. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:46) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Gutierrez is off target with a pair of jabs and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Sutton has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Gutierrez comes forward to attack. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Sutton hit a counter left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Gutierrez connects with two left jabs, but Sutton avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 3 - 04:04) Gutierrez is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 03:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Gutierrez connects with a left hand. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Sutton lands two jabs but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 3 - 03:38) Sutton is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 03:27) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 3 - 02:49) Gutierrez stalks forward, pressuring Sutton. (Rd 3 - 02:49) Sutton fires off a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 02:49) Gutierrez throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 3 - 02:36) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:36) Sutton lands a left hook. (Rd 3 - 02:36) Gutierrez hits a jab and also hits a left hook to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:15) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 02:15) Sutton lands a left hook. Gutierrez scores with a jab but doesn't get a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 02:15) Gutierrez appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 3 - 01:50) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:50) Gutierrez misses a right hook and gets countered with a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:34) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 01:34) Sutton slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Gutierrez lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Sutton uses a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 00:51) Sutton dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:31) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 3 - 00:01) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 00:01) Sutton misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Gutierrez to attack with a jab and a head kick that is off-target. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Sutton. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Gutierrez needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Gutierrez in between rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:51) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 4 - 04:28) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Sutton doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Gutierrez misses with a left jab and also can't hit a right cross. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Gutierrez moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Sutton into exchanging strikes. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Sutton hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 4 - 04:06) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Gutierrez. (Rd 4 - 03:54) Gutierrez attacks with strikes. (Rd 4 - 03:54) Sutton hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 4 - 03:54) A one-two from Gutierrez fails to land. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Gutierrez comes forward to attack. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Sutton manages a counter jab. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Gutierrez lands a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 4 - 03:25) Gutierrez looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 03:25) Sutton is looking to muscle Gutierrez back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:25) Sutton manages it and controls Gutierrez up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:09) Showing good control, Sutton keeps Gutierrez stuck against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:09) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 4 - 01:54) Gutierrez gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 01:41) Sutton attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Gutierrez on the ground. (Rd 4 - 01:41) An excellent outside leg trip sees Gutierrez get thrown to the mat! (Rd 4 - 01:41) Sutton takes the back off the takedown. (Rd 4 - 01:27) Sutton tries to increase his control by getting both hooks in, but Gutierrez blocks it. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Gutierrez tries to turn over and sweep Sutton but can't do it. (Rd 4 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 4 - 00:53) Sutton successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. (Rd 4 - 00:31) Sutton, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 4 - 00:31) Sutton flattens Gutierrez out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 4 - 00:01) By submission, the winner is Ethan Sutton! Official Result: Ethan 'The Terror' Sutton defeats Julio 'The Nightmare' Gutierrez (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:59 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Ethan Sutton praises his team at Slaughterhouse, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He says that he has a lot of respect for Julio Gutierrez and praises his toughness. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Talented" Sutton Ripley (17-4-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Edmonton, Alberta, Favorite: -540) vs. Chaim Alexievich (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Minsk, Belarus, Underdog: +430) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Alan Allen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:55) Ripley moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 04:55) A defensive jab hits from Alexievich. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Ripley can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Alexievich with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:41) Ripley fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Alexievich with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:33) A jab lands from Ripley, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Ripley looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Alexievich appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Ripley took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Ripley can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Alexievich hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Ripley fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Alexievich with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Ripley is wincing, that last punch may have actually damaged his own hand. (Rd 1 - 04:00) If the hand is broken, his job just got a lot tougher. (Rd 1 - 03:40) Ripley can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Alexievich with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Ripley can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Alexievich appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Ripley took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Ripley throws a one-two, but Alexievich was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Ripley can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Ripley can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 02:32) That last hit did some damage, Alexievich is trying to cover up but is clearly hurt! He slumps up against the cage looking dazed and unsteady! (Rd 1 - 02:32) Alexievich can't cover up well enough and gets clocked with a right hand to the side of the head and goes down hard! (Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Ripley starts pounding away on Alexievich, looking to finish him off! (Rd 1 - 02:27) Ripley fires away and Alexievich is eating powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 1 - 02:27) Referee Leo Behan is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 02:13) The winner, by TKO; Sutton Ripley! Official Result: 'The Talented' Sutton Ripley defeats Chaim Alexievich (TKO (Strikes) in 2:47 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Sutton Ripley gives a name-check to everyone at Strike Force, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Sutton Ripley says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a victory, CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Torment" Genki Shinashi (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +390) vs. Bill "The Marine" Brown (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Riverside, California, Favorite: -500) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Brown looks significantly bigger than Shinashi as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:48) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Shinashi wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Brown connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:20) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Shinashi. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Brown comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Shinashi misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Brown connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:48) There's a takedown attempt from Brown. (Rd 1 - 03:48) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result. (Rd 1 - 03:38) Brown fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Brown throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Brown tries to lock Shinashi into a kimura. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Brown gets the kimura fully applied and Shinashi has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 02:27) The winner, by submission, is Bill 'The Marine' Brown! Official Result: Bill 'The Marine' Brown defeats 'Torment' Genki Shinashi (Submission (Kimura) in 2:33 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Bill Brown gives a name-check to everyone at American Cage Fighters, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Kojuro Kudo (13-4-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -490) vs. "Crushin'" Moe Muschin (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Leaf Rapids, Manitoba, Underdog: +390) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Franklin Mencken, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Muschin gets a good reaction from the fans as he enters the arena, he's fighting in front of a home crowd tonight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:47) Muschin moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Kudo moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, and then hits Muschin with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Kudo confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Muschin appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Kudo took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Kudo hits a left jab and then catches Muschin with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Muschin limps slightly as he circles. (Rd 1 - 04:04) A jab is wide from Kudo, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:59) That last shot may have done some damage, Muschin backs off until against the cage and tries to cover up! He looks dazed and unsteady! (Rd 1 - 03:59) Kudo punishes Muschin with a straight right! (Rd 1 - 03:53) Muschin can't cover up well enough and gets clocked with a right hand to the side of the head and goes down hard! (Rd 1 - 03:46) Kudo starts pounding away on Muschin, looking to finish him off! (Rd 1 - 03:46) Kudo fires away and manages to connect with two or three heavy shots that rock Muschin! (Rd 1 - 03:35) Kudo attempts an arm triangle. (Rd 1 - 03:35) Muschin fights off the arm triangle attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Kudo blocks Muschin as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 02:44) Kudo attempts the mount. (Rd 1 - 02:44) He tries to get the mount but Muschin was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Kudo somehow manages to come out on top of Muschin in north-south position. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Kudo elbows away at the ribs, but the blows are not doing much damage. (Rd 1 - 02:07) Muschin tries to move from under Kudo, but can't get free. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Kudo tries to move to side control, but Muschin sensed the shift in weight and scrambles. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Muschin is up first and quickly grabs Kudo as he too stands up, getting back control. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Controlling Kudo from behind, Muschin tries to take him over with a german suplex! (Rd 1 - 01:28) Muschin struggles at first, but once he manages to get a good grip Kudo is unable to do anything further and gets suplexed! (Rd 1 - 01:12) Kudo can't prevent Muschin getting side control off the suplex. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Muschin fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Muschin blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Muschin keeps Kudo guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Kudo tries to pull guard on Muschin but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Kudo. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:48) It looked like we were about to see Muschin try and get some grappling started, but Kudo was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Kudo throws a punch but Muschin avoids it. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Kudo hits a left jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Muschin. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Moving around, Muschin is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Kudo uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Muschin comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Kudo partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Muschin has a hold of the other. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Muschin can't get Kudo down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Muschin smothers Kudo against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Showing his ability to control opponents, Muschin simply smothers Kudo against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:29) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Muschin is wearing Kudo down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight. (Rd 2 - 02:27) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 2 - 01:19) The lack of progress forces the referee to separate the two fighters. (Rd 2 - 01:19) Kudo is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Muschin shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:09) A great sprawl from Kudo prevents the takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Limping quite noticeably, Muschin is definitely feeling the damage to his legs. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Kudo lands a left hand and then lands a hard low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Kudo steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Kudo hits a left jab and then hits Muschin with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Muschin looked like he was going to shoot, but Kudo simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Kudo connects with a jab, but Muschin avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Kudo took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Kudo. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:54) Muschin looked like he was going to shoot, but Kudo simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Attacking with a quick flurry, Kudo lands three punches and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Kudo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Kudo can't connect with a jab, but then hits Muschin with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:58) Kudo can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 03:43) A jab hits home from Kudo and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Muschin. (Rd 3 - 03:36) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Kudo is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Muschin limps around, his leg now virtually useless thanks to all the damage it has taken. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Kudo connects with a nice jab and then hits Muschin with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:11) Muschin appeared to be going for a takedown, but Kudo took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 03:11) Kudo fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 02:55) Muschin chooses to shoot in on Kudo. (Rd 3 - 02:55) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Kudo has to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 02:45) Muschin begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 3 - 02:45) Advancing his position, he passes to half guard. (Rd 3 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Muschin throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 3 - 02:01) Kudo tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Muschin. (Rd 3 - 01:42) In half guard, Muschin throws a couple of punches designed to keep Kudo guessing. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Muschin blocks Kudo as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 3 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Muschin throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Kudo tries to sweep Muschin but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 3 - 00:18) Muschin pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 3 - 00:03) Kudo tries to get full guard on Muschin but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Kudo, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Muschin needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:54) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Kudo. (Rd 4 - 04:54) Even worse, Muschin manages to catch the last kick! (Rd 4 - 04:49) Kudo doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 4 - 04:49) Kudo hops on one foot, trying to balance. Muschin tries for a takedown attempt. (Rd 4 - 04:49) Muschin can't get Kudo down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:36) Kudo is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 4 - 04:20) Muschin uses dirty boxing to punish Kudo while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Muschin smothers Kudo against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 03:53) Kudo is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 4 - 03:53) Muschin and Kudo remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 4 - 02:39) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee separating them. (Rd 4 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:30) Kudo can't connect with a jab, but then catches Muschin with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 4 - 02:05) Kudo can't connect with a jab, but then catches Muschin with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:49) It looked like we were about to see Muschin try and get some grappling started, but Kudo was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 01:49) A jab is wide from Kudo, but then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 4 - 01:42) Muschin is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 4 - 01:37) Circling warily, Muschin is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 4 - 01:37) Kudo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Muschin with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:27) Kudo looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 4 - 01:12) Kudo throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 4 - 01:08) Muschin takes the chance and grabs Kudo into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 01:00) Muschin is looking to muscle Kudo back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:00) Muschin manages it and controls Kudo up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:41) Kudo is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 00:22) Muschin keeps Kudo up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 00:08) Kudo is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Muschin. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Muschin is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 05:00) Muschin is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 5 - 04:51) There's a takedown attempt from Muschin. (Rd 5 - 04:51) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Kudo has to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 04:42) Kudo is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Muschin off of him. (Rd 5 - 04:18) Muschin tries to pound on Kudo, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 5 - 03:58) Muschin leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Kudo. (Rd 5 - 03:44) Muschin pounds away, but Kudo isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 5 - 03:24) Kudo tries to catch Muschin with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 5 - 03:07) In guard, Muschin begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 5 - 03:07) Kudo keeps Muschin in guard. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Kudo throws out some punches, but Muschin leans back to avoid them. (Rd 5 - 02:10) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 5 - 02:10) Taking a few gulps of breath, Muschin is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 5 - 01:59) Kudo fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Muschin. (Rd 5 - 01:53) Muschin seizes the chance and grabs Kudo into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:45) Using his wrestling skills, Muschin is trying to push Kudo up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:45) He does so and now has Kudo pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:26) Kudo is trapped against the cage and Muschin hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 5 - 01:12) Kudo is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free. (Rd 5 - 01:12) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 00:09) The gas tank looks empty on Kudo. (Rd 5 - 00:09) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Muschin is keeping Kudo pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:09) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for the remainder of the round. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Muschin took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Franklin Mencken gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Muschin. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Kudo. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse scores the contest as 48-47 to Kudo. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by split decision, is Kojuro Kudo! Official Result: Kojuro Kudo defeats 'Crushin'' Moe Muschin (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Kojuro Kudo thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Kojuro Kudo celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Russian Nightmare" Fjodor Kanchelskis (14-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Favorite: -1200) vs. Rodrigo de Mello (1-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kanchelskis may have weighed in the same as Rodrigo yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Moving forward, Kanchelskis looks to strike. Rodrigo stands ready. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Kanchelskis misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a left hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Kanchelskis comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:33) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Kanchelskis begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Rodrigo can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Kanchelskis gains side control. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Kanchelskis uses side control to hit a brutal knee strike just above the hip! (Rd 1 - 03:21) Kanchelskis starts threading his arm behind the head, looking to set up a Von Flue choke. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Rodrigo defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Kanchelskis attempts a kimura. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Kanchelskis gets the kimura fully applied and Rodrigo has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 02:38) 'The Russian Nightmare' Fjodor Kanchelskis takes the win by submission! Official Result: 'The Russian Nightmare' Fjodor Kanchelskis defeats Rodrigo de Mello (Submission (Kimura) in 2:22 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Fjodor Kanchelskis thanks everyone connected to St. Petersburg Elite for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Osmosis Benn (19-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Albuquerque, New Mexico, Favorite: -1200) vs. Jordan "Fred" Flintstone (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Albuquerque, New Mexico, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Alan Allen, Franklin Mencken, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:53) Flintstone, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Benn hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:38) They come together in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Benn manages to get control of the clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Using his wrestling skills, Benn is trying to push Flintstone up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Benn achieves it, pinning Flintstone to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Benn traps Flintstone up against the cage, using double underhooks for control. (Rd 1 - 04:20) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Benn is keeping Flintstone pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:18) About sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Referee William Yeats decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:09) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Benn aggressively gets to a dominant position. (Rd 1 - 02:03) With underhooks giving him solid control over Flintstone, Benn looks for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Benn doesn't get the takedown, Flintstone instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Wanting to take it to the ground, Flintstone attempts to drag Benn down into his guard. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Flintstone gets it, Benn is now trapped in his guard. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Flintstone attempts to secure an arm. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Flintstone cannot secure the arm. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Flintstone is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Benn off of him. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Benn smothers Flintstone with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Benn took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Benn to go on and win this fight now that the first round has gone his way. (Rd 1 - 00:00) It's hard to see a scenario where Flintstone can do enough to take this fight. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) They come together in a clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Benn wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:36) Benn uses underhooks to gain solid control, and is looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:36) Benn can't get Flintstone down to the ground. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Benn tries to wrestle Flintstone backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:17) He does so and now has Flintstone pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Showing his ability to exert control, Benn smothers Flintstone up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:59) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Showing his ability to exert control, Benn smothers Flintstone up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:46) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Referee William Yeats decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:37) Benn can't connect with a jab, but then hits Flintstone with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Benn can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Flintstone with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Benn can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Benn fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 00:34) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 2 - 00:34) Benn seems to be the aggressor. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Using his wrestling skills, Benn is trying to push Flintstone up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Benn does it, Flintstone is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:09) Flintstone is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 2 - 00:09) The rest of the round sees them simply engaging in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Benn. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Benn ahead 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:45) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Benn seems to get the advantage. (Rd 3 - 04:36) Benn is looking to use his wrestling to take Flintstone down. (Rd 3 - 04:36) Benn uses his wrestling skills to deliver a belly-to-belly suplex! Flintstone pulls half guard. (Rd 3 - 04:25) In half guard, Benn begins working to get side control. (Rd 3 - 04:25) He passes to side control. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Benn tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 3 - 04:02) He can't get the mount as Flintstone rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Benn increases his control by getting both hooks in. (Rd 3 - 03:13) Benn attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. (Rd 3 - 03:13) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Benn has Flintstone flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! (Rd 3 - 02:47) By submission, the winner is Osmosis Benn! Official Result: Osmosis Benn defeats Jordan 'Fred' Flintstone (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:13 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Osmosis Benn gives a name-check to everyone at American Cage Fighters, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Osmosis Benn says that it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Jordan Flintstone. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Executioner" Maarten De Vries (17-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Amsterdam, Netherlands, Favorite: -300) vs. Osvald Kikkas (8-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Tallinn, Estonia, Underdog: +230) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Kikkas had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:53) De Vries hits two left jabs and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Kikkas comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Kikkas gets hold of a leg but De Vries remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Kikkas can't get De Vries down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Kikkas smothers De Vries against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Showing his ability to exert control, Kikkas smothers De Vries up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:00) About sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Kikkas traps De Vries up against the cage, using double underhooks for control. (Rd 1 - 03:08) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 1 - 01:58) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:52) De Vries closes in on Kikkas, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:52) De Vries misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:52) De Vries was too aggressive and his last kick gets caught! (Rd 1 - 01:42) Holding the leg, Kikkas tries for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:42) The takedown is unsuccessful, De Vries pulled his leg free and stepped back to safety. (Rd 1 - 01:18) A jab is wide from De Vries, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:08) De Vries hits a left jab and then catches Kikkas with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Kikkas may have been aiming to get in close, but De Vries aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:55) A jab hits home from De Vries and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 00:31) De Vries looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:31) A jab hits home from De Vries and then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 00:13) There's a takedown attempt from Kikkas. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Kikkas gets the takedown! De Vries pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Kikkas just about edged it. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:46) A jab is wide from De Vries, but then he catches Kikkas with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:29) De Vries lands a jab and then catches Kikkas with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:16) De Vries can't connect with a jab, but then hits Kikkas with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:01) De Vries connects with a nice jab and then catches Kikkas with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 03:43) De Vries hits a left jab and then catches Kikkas with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Kikkas steps back...and almost stumbles over! He is on wobbly legs! (Rd 2 - 03:33) De Vries smashes Kikkas with a vicious right head kick! He's knocked out! (Rd 2 - 03:22) The winner, by knock out, is 'The Executioner' Maarten De Vries! Official Result: 'The Executioner' Maarten De Vries defeats Osvald Kikkas (Knock Out (Kick) in 1:38 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Maarten De Vries name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He takes a microphone and taunts Stuart Strange repeatedly in a very childish manner. There's no doubt about it that he knows how to talk with the best of them, his natural charisma shined here. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Braulio "Louca" Moura (25-3-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -760) vs. Frederico Vergara (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Mexico City, Mexico, Underdog: +600) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Alan Allen, Franklin Mencken, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:50) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Moura misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Vergara comes in with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:34) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:34) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Moura tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Vergara throws two punches but Moura has a great guard and absorbs all of them with ease. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Moura initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Vergara misses with a right hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Moura connects with two left jabs, but Vergara dodges a big right head kick follow-up. (Rd 1 - 03:53) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Vergara uses a right jab but has a left hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Moura hits a jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:33) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Vergara hits a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Moura hits a jab and also hits a good kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Moura moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Vergara into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Moura moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Vergara. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Moura can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:02) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:02) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Moura throws a right head kick but doesn't make contact. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Vergara is off target with a right jab and also fails on a hook attempt to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Moura comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Vergara manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Moura hits a left hand but misses with a low kick. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 1 - 01:59) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Moura counters a left hand with a quick left jab and a high kick that misses. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Moura comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Vergara hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Moura lands a jab and then he hits a crunching straight right to the jaw! (Rd 1 - 01:38) He's down! Vergara falls to the floor! (Rd 1 - 01:30) Moura moves in quickly to try and finish Vergara with stomps and kicks! (Rd 1 - 01:30) Incredibly, Vergara holds on and survives an arsenal of vicious stomps and kicks! (Rd 1 - 01:10) On his back, Vergara watches as Moura leaps up and attempts a flying stomp! (Rd 1 - 01:10) Vergara rolls away from the stomp and seizes the opportunity to try to scramble up. (Rd 1 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Somehow, the scramble leaves Moura under the north-south control of Vergara. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Vergara elbows away at the ribs with sharp blows. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Moura tries a get out from under north-south, but doesn't budge Vergara. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Vergara hits a short knee strike to the head. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Moura took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Moura. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Moura counters a left hand with a jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Moura attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Vergara hit a counter right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Moura feints one way, throwing Vergara off balance, then steps to the other side. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Moura misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Vergara misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Moura comes in with quick jabs that are followed by a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 03:46) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Vergara connects with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:46) Moura hits a couple of jabs but misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Moura misses with an attempted shot to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Vergara misses with a right jab and also misses with a left hook to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Moura slips past a left hook and counters with a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Vergara is being totally outstruck so far in this fight. (Rd 2 - 02:53) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:53) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Moura doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Vergara can't get past the good guard of Moura, three punches were simply absorbed. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Taking a few gulps of breath, Moura is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Vergara misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Moura comes in with a kick driven into the thigh area. (Rd 2 - 02:08) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Moura steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Vergara misses with a right hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Moura hits a left jab and then he lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Vergara is limping noticeably. (Rd 2 - 01:18) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Vergara finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Moura hits a left jab and also connects with a quick head kick. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Moura sees that Vergara is wobbly and comes in for the kill! Vergara just covers up, too dazed to do anything but try and survive the next few seconds! (Rd 2 - 00:37) A right head kick from Moura lands clean and knocks Vergara down and out! It's all over! (Rd 2 - 00:24) Braulio Moura takes the victory by way of knock out! Official Result: Braulio 'Louco' Moura defeats Frederico Vergara (Knock Out (Kick) in 4:36 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Braulio Moura thanks everyone connected to Brazilian Estrela Academy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. He knows how to use these interviews to sell himself. MAIN EVENT CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Carlos da Guia (19-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -740) vs. "The Tap Out Artist" Billy Russell (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: San Juan, Puerto Rico, Underdog: +590) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) da Guia moves in on Russell, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 04:46) da Guia lands two jabs and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Russell had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:33) A jab hits home from da Guia and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Russell. (Rd 1 - 04:11) da Guia comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Russell lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Attacking with intent, da Guia scores with one out of a flurry of four punches and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Russell. (Rd 1 - 03:44) A jab hits home from da Guia and then he lands a spinning back kick to the chest. (Rd 1 - 03:30) da Guia can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a body kick. (Rd 1 - 03:10) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 1 - 02:39) da Guia comes forward. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Russell tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:39) da Guia lands a left hand and then he hits Russell with a powerful leg kick. (Rd 1 - 02:20) da Guia steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Russell fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 02:20) da Guia doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a spin kick. (Rd 1 - 02:06) da Guia lands a left hand and then catches Russell with a hard low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 01:42) da Guia comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Russell throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 01:42) da Guia can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Russell is limping noticeably. (Rd 1 - 01:24) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:51) da Guia comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Russell fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 00:51) da Guia lands a jab and then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:33) da Guia steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Russell lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:33) da Guia lands a left hand and then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Russell limps around, his leg now virtually useless thanks to all the damage it has taken. (Rd 1 - 00:11) da Guia lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to da Guia, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Russell misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a few quick jabs that are followed by a head kick attempt that narrowly misses. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Russell hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:15) da Guia doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:54) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 2 - 03:35) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:35) da Guia slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a kick to the leg. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Russell misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Circling warily, Russell is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 02:48) da Guia fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:45) da Guia is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Russell can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:30) Russell isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 02:30) Attacking with intent, da Guia scores with three out of a flurry of four punches but Russell evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 02:02) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:02) Russell is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:02) Displaying tight boxing skills, da Guia lands five quick punches. (Rd 2 - 01:37) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Russell gets suckered in by a feint and is left exposed. (Rd 2 - 01:05) da Guia slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a head kick that landed only a glancing blow. (Rd 2 - 00:54) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:41) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 00:26) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Russell misses with a big right hand, allowing da Guia to counter with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 2 - 00:11) da Guia looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Russell had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:11) da Guia lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:04) Russell can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of da Guia. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has da Guia up 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 05:00) Russell can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:52) da Guia slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:35) da Guia lands a jab and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 04:15) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 04:15) Russell misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. da Guia attacks with a pair of jabs that are followed by a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 03:47) Russell appeared to be going to try and get in close, but da Guia took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 03:47) da Guia fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a body kick. (Rd 3 - 03:23) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:23) da Guia doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:23) da Guia deals with two punches without issue, his guard remains solid. (Rd 3 - 02:56) da Guia moves in behind five quick punches, five of them finding a home, and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Russell. (Rd 3 - 02:33) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:33) Russell misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. da Guia attacks with a quick left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:25) Limping heavily, Russell is struggling to move around. (Rd 3 - 02:12) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 02:12) Russell scores with a left hook. (Rd 3 - 02:12) da Guia lands a left jab and also hits a wicked right uppercut! (Rd 3 - 02:05) Russell wobbles, then falls! (Rd 3 - 02:05) da Guia moves in quickly to try and finish Russell with stomps and kicks! (Rd 3 - 02:05) da Guia goes to work on Russell with incredibly vicious stomps and kicks, but somehow cannot finish him! (Rd 3 - 01:47) Russell takes a kick, but times it so that he uses that moment to stand back up. (Rd 3 - 01:32) da Guia is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 3 - 01:25) da Guia moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 01:25) da Guia throws a two-punch combo but Russell avoids both. (Rd 3 - 01:10) da Guia hits a left hand, but Russell avoids the kick to the body that it set up. (Rd 3 - 01:02) Barely able to walk now, the damage Russell has taken to his legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 3 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:55) Russell is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:55) da Guia hits a left jab and also lands a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 3 - 00:45) Russell is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 00:45) Russell can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 3 - 00:37) da Guia moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 00:37) da Guia hits a left jab and then catches Russell with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:31) da Guia looks very tired out there. (Rd 3 - 00:24) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:24) da Guia dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a left kick to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 00:01) da Guia connects with a nice jab and then hits Russell with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a 10-8 to da Guia on my card, Russell was well behind. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have da Guia ahead 30-26. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:47) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:47) Russell misses a right hook and gets countered with a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Russell looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but da Guia simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:24) da Guia can't connect with a jab, but then hits Russell with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:06) da Guia lands a left hand and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Russell. (Rd 4 - 03:56) Russell is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 4 - 03:41) da Guia moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 4 - 03:41) A jab is wide from da Guia, but then he hits a deadly kick to the legs of Russell. (Rd 4 - 03:41) Russell collapses, his legs utterly destroyed, there's no way he can continue - this fight is over! (Rd 4 - 03:35) Carlos da Guia takes the victory by way of leg kick TKO! Official Result: Carlos da Guia defeats 'The Tap Out Artist' Billy Russell (TKO (Leg Kick) in 1:25 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Carlos da Guia name-checks everyone involved with Brazilian Estrela Academy, then goes through his sponsors one by one. He then thanks God for inspiring him. Carlos da Guia says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. Attendance: 221 Gate Reciepts: $17,503 Sponsorship: $24,541 Ad Revenue: $424,323 Merchandise: $4,061 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $208,238) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Carlos da Guia $17,340 Billy Russell $1,845 Braulio Moura $24,210 Frederico Vergara $1,968 KotN: Moura: $5,000 Maarten De Vries $45,730 Osvald Kikkas $1,722 Osmosis Benn $21,660 Jordan Flintstone $2,214 SotN: Benn: $5,000 Fjodor Kanchelskis $6,290 Rodrigo de Mello $135 Kojuro Kudo $5,950 Moe Muschin $1,722 Bill Brown $2,788 Genki Shinashi $2,760 Sutton Ripley $15,610 Chaim Alexievich $11,968 FotN: Both: $10,000 Ethan Sutton $2,550 Julio Gutierrez $1,968 Ramon da Silva Ramos $4,530 Rhys Buck $1,722 Toshiaki Ukiyo $170 Carl Ratcliffe $3,500 Vivinho $2,100 Vlad Kogan $1,230 Brendon Nicol $6,998 Henning Olsen $2,300 Perf: Nicol: $5,000 Wes Hersch $7,306 Mortimer Greenfell $1,537 Perf: Hersch: $5,000 Yaichiro Takahama $3,228 Augustus Shorrock $1,435 Ojay Houghley $2,152 Hiroshige Shiga $1,600 Drug Testing: $18,016 Production: $20,601 Profit: $223,573 Critical Rating: 72% Commercial Rating: 56% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +0.5% 86.5% (High Level Regional) USA -0.4% 88.1% (High Level Regional) UK +0.4% 84.0% (High Level Regional) Europe +1.8% 57.8% (Mid Level Regional) Australia +1.5% 66.0% (Mid Level Regional) Japan +2.8% 79.3% (High Level Regional) Asia +1.5% 63.2% (Mid Level Regional) Russia +1.0% 52.7% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +1.5% 62.5% (Mid Level Regional) South America +3.2% 84.0% (High Level Regional) Central America +0.9% 60.9% (Mid Level Regional) Africa +1.2% 41.3% (Mid Level Regional) News - The drug test results for Canandian Tournament Combat 42 have come back, and Kafu Bunya tested positive for recreational drugs. Bunya apologized to his fans, and accepted full responsibility for the positive test and swore to return following his suspension clean and better than ever. He will serve a mandatory one years suspension, and his victory over Fisher Kaye has been converted into a No Contest. - Fisher Kaye has been offered a contract and will continue in the tournament in Bunya's place, facing Thomaz de Miranda in the Third Round. - Sutton Ripley sustained a broken wrist during his TKO victory over Chaim Alexievich. He will miss three weeks of training, but the injury should not affect his ability to move on in the tournament. - The CTC have released the following fighters following their elimination from the tournament: Billy Russell, Frederico Vergara, Osvald Kikkas, Jordan Flintstone, Rodrigo de Mello, Genki Shinashi, Chaim Alexievich, Julio Gutierrez, Rhys Buck, Carl Ratcliffe, Vlad Kogan, Henning Olsen, Mortimer Greenfell, Augustus Shorrock, and Hiroshige Shiga. - The services of Moe Muschin have been retained per Canadian Fighter rules. - CTC fighter Supachai Thamsatchanan has confirmed that he is training with Tai Sheng Men Society in preperation for his CTC Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round bout against Ade Travers. He is not expected to remain with the camp long-term, but thinks the team will help him with his wrestling skills. - CTC fighter Chikafusa Abukara has quit Dragon's Lair Gym following a bitter argument with fellow member Heiji Endo. The simmering tension between the two boiled over in a dramatic confrontation that ended with Abukara storming out. - CTC fighter Doug Hansen is training at London Kick Boxing Academy and will be backed by the team for his next fight. He is there on a temporary basis, looking to work on his striking ahead of his CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Third Round fight with Adenor Togni. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows GAMMA Battle Lines 6: Yoshioka vs. Hideki (Sunday, Week 4, July 2002) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: William Demers vs. Hidemichi Sakata KO of the Night: Norio Hideki Submission of the Night: Mailhairer Moreau Predictions None

Saturday, Week 4, July 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Carlos da Guia (19-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #4, Favorite: -740) vs. "The Tap Out Artist" Billy Russell (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #132, Underdog: +590) Carlos da Guia is a Muay Thai expert, and one of MMA's most dynamic and exciting fighters to watch, as well as one of the most successful. Making full use of his extraordinary flexibility and reach, he is known for his fluid, creative and plain devastating striking game. A former Welterweight and Middleweight world champion in ALPHA-1, da Guia looked nigh unbeatable before being upset by fellow Brazilian Joaquim Fontes in August 2001 for his first ever pro loss. He is coming off a fourth round TKO loss to Joaquim Fontes in ALPHA-1. Billy Russell is a submission artist from Puerto Rico, and is a very good grappler whose M.O. is to get the fight to the mat by any means necessary, then to work slowly and patiently toward locking up a stray limb into one of his many holds. His lack of stand-up makes him predictable, and he will likely never become a top contender until he addresses that flaw, but the sheer quality of his ground game will eat up many an opponent anyway. He is coming off a fifth round submission victory over Hunter Scribbins in the first round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Braulio "Louco" Moura (25-3-1NC, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #5, Favorite: -760) vs. Frederico Vergara (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #133, Underdog: +600) Braulio Moura is considered one of Brazil's top Middleweights, a Muay Thai striker who is known for his crisp technique and swarming style where he will try to overwhelm opponents with a constant barrage of blows. His excellent cardio helps him maintain his trademark high-intensity even in later rounds when his opponents are flagging. The first FLB Middleweight champion, Moura moved to GAMMA in August 1999 and got a title shot two years later, but unfortunately for him, Matthew Dean promptly handed him his first loss in many years. He is coming off a third round knock out victory over Sutton Ripley in GAMMA. Frederico Vergara is a very promising young Mexican fighter, who is originally from a boxing background, as is obvious when you see his hands in action, but has also dabbled in other areas of Mixed Martial Arts. The result is a well-rounded competitor who will only improve as he gains experience. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Nathan Ronald in the first round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Executioner" Maarten De Vries (17-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Favorite: -300) vs. Osvald Kikkas (8-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #93, Underdog: +230) Maarten De Vries is a favorite of MMA fans around the world, and is widely loved for his exciting fighting style, which is based primarily around his array of spectacular kicks, although his occasional reckless attacks do sometimes leave him in trouble. A GAMMA icon, he headlined their first ever event and was the first Middleweight champions too. In recent years he has increasingly struggled and he decided to take a hiatus from the sport following a bad KO loss to Patrick Thomas at GAMMA 44. Osvald Kikkas is a promising fighter from Estonia, who is a good solid wrestler who likes to get in close and control opponents. He needs to diversify and add a quality striking game and some submissions to his arsenal in order to be truly a threat, but he has plenty of time to improve. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Tyrone Malik in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round: Osmosis Benn (19-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #12, Favorite: -1200) vs. Jordan "Fred" Flintstone (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #140, Underdog: +950) Osmosis Benn is a former NCAA wrestling champion, and is one of the best grapplers in MMA. Undefeated for many years, albeit mostly against weak or middling opposition, he has suffered two defeats in recent times, both to the reigning Middleweight champion Matthew Dean and both by submission. Whether Benn can regroup for another tilt at gold remains to be seen. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Matthew Dean in a GAMMA Middleweight title challenge. Jordan Flintstone was a stand-out wrestler at college and now has combined his grappling with a vicious ground and pound game to make him a dangerous opponent. He will need to improve his mediocre cardio if he is to ever trouble the elite of MMA however. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Mariusz Nowak in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Russian Nightmare" Fjodor Kanchelskis (14-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #13, Favorite: -1200) vs. Rodrigo de Mello (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #116, Underdog: +950) Fjodor Kanchelskis is one of Europe's best, a Russian Sambo fighter, rugged and dangerous from all areas. A fine grappler, if he can get his opponent to the ground he more than capable of submitting them or pounding them into oblivion, but he also has some good stand-up that can cause many problems too. A dominant Middleweight champion in SIGMA, he moved to ALPHA-1 in 2001 only to suffer his first pro defeat on his debut when Heiji Endo put on a career best performance to outfight him. Rodrigo de Mello is a solid boxer from Brazil. An elusive target, he loves to catch opponents on the counter with his trusty left hook. The rest of his MMA game, however, is not up to the same level as his boxing. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Marco de Almeida in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Kojuro Kudo (13-4-1NC, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #29, Favorite: -490) vs. "Crushin'" Moe Muschin (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #157, Underdog: +390) Kojuro Kudo is a quality striker, who mixes up technically excellent boxing with powerful leg kicks to make a potent attack, the way he can change levels makes him very hard to figure out. The rest of his MMA game varies between "work in progress" and "competent", but overall he's a tough opponent to face. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Kyuwa Itou in ALPHA-1. Moe Muschin is a young Canadian wrestler who has a good powerful clinch game but lacks badly in the stand-up department. He will definitely need to improve his striking before he can even think about competeing at a higher level than the Canadian regional scene. He is coming off a fourth round TKO victory over Otto Cascudo in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Torment" Genki Shinashi (9-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #45, Underdog: +390) vs. Bill "The Marine" Brown (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #173, Favorite: -500) Genki Shinashi is well known for his theatrical entrances, and plays up his "wild man" look with a snarling, crazy persona that has gotten over huge in Japan. He is a decent fighter, primarily a wrestler who likes to get top control and wear out his opponent. His biggest match to date was an ALPHA-1 Middleweight title shot in the summer of 1999, losing to Heiji Endo. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Kadonomaro Deguchi in ALPHA-1. Bill Brown is physically imposing, and might be the best pure athlete in Mixed Martial Arts. On top of his physical gifts, he's a good wrestler and an extremely dangerous predator on the ground, where he can comfortably finish opponents with either brutal ground and pound or slick submissions. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Billy Fish in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Talented" Sutton Ripley (17-4-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #21, Favorite: -540) vs. Chaim Alexievich (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #108, Underdog: +430) Sutton Ripley is an enigma, and is one of the most under-rated fighters in MMA due to his highly unique fighting style. He has developed his tactics around his two big assets, his ferocious right hand and his uncanny balance which makes him incredibly hard to take down. He generally lures his opponents in before swinging to win. It has proved to be highly effective over the years. A GAMMA regular, he unsuccessfully challenged Matthew Dean for the Middleweight title at GAMMA 39, the biggest fight of his career thusfar. He is coming off a third round knock out loss to Braulio Moura in GAMMA. Chaim Alexievich is a Belarussian wrestler, who is a rugged competitor who has the tenacity of a pit bull while in the cage. He likes to grind out results by using his grappling skills to smother an opponent against the cage or ground, from where he can beat them up with dirty boxing and ground and pound. He is coming off a fourth round TKO victory over Meiji Hagiwara in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Julio "The Nightmare" Gutierrez (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #196, Favorite: -200) vs. Ethan "The Terror" Sutton (9-2, 0-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #189, Underdog: +190) Julio Gutierrez is a young prospect from Mexico, who is a fine striker who has an evolving ground game too. Once he has fully developed as a fighter and gained some experience he could well turn into a real top contender. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Ram Phookan in the first round of the tournament. Ethan Sutton is a Canadian Middleweight who looks to have a bright future in MMA. Primarily a wrestler with excellent takedowns, he also has some solid boxing skills at his disposal, although the lack of power in his hands mean that he is unlikely to get too many knock outs that way. Going 9-0 on the Canadian local circuit he was picked up by GAMMA in 2001. His debut, unfortunately for him, saw him lose his undefeated streak at the hands of Vivinho. He is coming off a fourth round submission loss to Wederson de Oliveira in the first round of the tournament, but re-entered the bracket as a replacement for Pip Mercurial, who failed a drug test following his first round bout, and was subsequently fired. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Ramon da Silva Ramos (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #52, Favorite: -350) vs. Rhys "Fast" Buck (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #77, Underdog: +270) Ramon da Silva Ramos is one of the hottest prospects in Brazilian MMA. An outstanding kick boxer with a lethal head kick in his arsenal, he is also tough to take down and even tougher to submit. His one and only apparent weakness is that his grappling is mediocre at best, leaving him open to being shut down by top wrestlers. An FLB regular for a few years, where he remained undefeated, he joined GAMMA in 2001. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Budiman Lie in the first round of the tournament. Rhys Buck is a very dangerous striker, the ex-amateur boxer has quick powerful hands that can end someone's night in a hurry. The rest of his MMA game isn't too hot, but he is young enough to improve on that. Since 1999 he has been fighting in the BCF Middleweight division. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Oleg Tariverdiev in the first round of the tournament. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Mr. Awesome" Carl Ratcliffe (23-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #28, Favorite: -460) vs. Toshiaki Ukiyo (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #101, Underdog: +360) Carl Ratcliffe is a Muay Thai specialist, who has the confidence to stand and trade with anyone in the sport, but has always been let down by his shoddy ground game. He signed with GAMMA in 2000, having racked up an impressive winning streak on the American and Canadian local circuits, but he got obliterated by Braulio Moura on his debut. On the verge of being cut from the roster, a spectacular knee strike knock out over Eriverton Laurentino at GAMMA 48 saved his skin and put his career back on track. Toshiaki Ukiyo is a tall Middleweight, at 6'3", and is a tricky boxer who can dazzle opponents with his slick punching ability. Not great off his back, he doesn however have great hips and as a result his sprawl is superb, meaning opponents struggle to get him down. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Suketsune Okuma in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Vivinho (9-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Favorite: -530) vs. Vlad "Killer" Kogan (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #172, Underdog: +420) Vivinho is a dangerous striker who is well known for his lethally vicious kicks. He can compete with anyone in the world in a stand-up battle, but is in trouble if the fight goes to the ground or becomes a grappling contest as he is very weak at both. A former FLB regular, he joined GAMMA's Middleweight division in 2001. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Ethan Sutton in GAMMA. Vlad Kogan is a kick boxer from the mean streets of Russia, who is a very technically skilled striker who can pick apart opponents with precision. Blessed with a rock solid chin, he could go places. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Wayne McKellen in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Henning "The Terminator" Olsen (18-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #20, Favorite: -520) vs. Brendon "The Jock" Nicol (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #148, Underdog: +410) Henning Olsen comes to MMA from a background in kick boxing, and that is immediately apparent when viewing his quality striking game. The rest of his MMA game is a bit weak, but as long as the fight remains standing he is a threat. He has been fighting in the BCF Middleweight division for many years, although it is only recently, with huge wins over former champions Ram Phookan and Davis Spyrou, that he has put himself in title contention. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Davis Spyrou in BCF. Brendon Nicol was an excellent amateur wrestler who is now looking to dominate MMA. Superb in the clinch, his ability to wear down opponents with smothering grappling and dirty boxing will be the key to his attempts to conquer the sport. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Euclydes Filho in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Wes "The Hurt" Hersch (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #197, Favorite: -550) vs. "Captain Marvel" Mortimer Greenfell (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #188, Underdog: +430) Wes Hersch is an extremely promising Middleweight, who has an extensive background in amateur wrestling but has added some great submission skills on top of that. The result is that he has the ability to take most guys to the ground and the know how to end fights once they get there. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Uwe Maier in the first round of the tournament. Mortimer Greenfell originally comes from an amateur wrestling background, he was an excellent collegiate grappler, but has since developed his all-around game to make himself more complete. Normally a Middleweight, Greenfell looks like he has the tools to be a really good MMA competitor in the not too distant future. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Charlie Oakley in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Yaichiro "Moon Boy" Takahama (8-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #53, Underdog: +100) vs. Augustus Shorrock (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #76, Favorite: -110) Yaichiro Takahama is a tall, thin Middleweight who likes to use his crisp boxing to take apart opponents. He has decent grappling and ground skills, but usually uses them purely in a defensive capacity. He made his ALPHA-1 debut in late 2000 but has endured a rough start to his career in the big leagues. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Chip Warburton in the first round of the tournament. Augustus Shorrock is a big Middleweight, who uses his power and grappling ability to wear down opponents before looking to ground and pound to finish. His limited skill set, especially in regard to strikes mean that he tends to struggle against top quality competition. He has been a regular with BCF for a few years, although he has yet to break out of the pack. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Mateo Jane in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Hiroshige Shiga (10-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #37, Favorite: -520) vs. "Mr. Fantastic" Ojay Houghley (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #92, Underdog: +410) Hiroshige Shiga is a life-long student of Akida, who has been fighting in MMA since early 1997. After quietly putting together a 9-0 record on the local circuit, he was added to ALPHA-1's Middleweight division in early 2001. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Ashihei Takimoto in ALPHA-1. Ojay Houghley is an all-rounder from Green Bay, Wisconsin. He trained in boxing in his early teens, but soon branched out and tried his hand at wrestling, jiu-jitsu, and kick boxing too. The end result is a fighter who fells comfortable wherever a contest ends up and that versatility makes him a dangerous foe. He is coming off a fourth round TKO victory over Andre Passos in the first round of the tournament. Weigh-In Results Carlos da Guia (185 lbs) vs. Billy Russell (185 lbs) Braulio Moura (185 lbs) vs. Frederico Vergara (185 lbs) Maarten De Vries (185 lbs) vs. Osvald Kikkas (185 lbs) Osmosis Benn (185 lbs) vs. Jordan Flintstone (185 lbs) Fjodor Kanchelskis (185 lbs) vs. Rodrigo de Mello (185 lbs) Kojuro Kudo (185 lbs) vs. Moe Muschin (185 lbs) Genki Shinashi (185 lbs) vs. Bill Brown (185 lbs) Sutton Ripley (185 lbs) vs. Chaim Alexievich (185 lbs) Julio Gutierrez (185 lbs) vs. Ethan Sutton (185 lbs) Ramon da Silva Ramos (185 lbs) vs. Rhys Buck (185 lbs) Carl Ratcliffe (185 lbs) vs. Toshiaki Ukiyo (185 lbs) Vivinho (185 lbs) vs. Vlad Kogan (185 lbs) Henning Olsen (185 lbs) vs. Brendon Nicol (185 lbs) Wes Hersch (185 lbs) vs. Mortimer Greenfell (185 lbs) Yaichiro Takahama (185 lbs) vs. Augustus Shorrock (185 lbs) Hiroshige Shiga (185 lbs) vs. Ojay Houghley (185 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 44 Full Fight Card MW: Carlos da Guia vs. Billy Russell MW: Braulio Moura vs. Frederico Vergara MW: Maarten De Vries vs. Osvald Kikkas MW: Osmosis Benn vs. Jordan Flintstone MW: Fjodor Kanchelskis vs. Rodrigo de Mello MW: Kojuro Kudo vs. Moe Muschin MW: Genki Shinashi vs. Bill Brown MW: Sutton Ripley vs. Chaim Alexievitch MW: Julio Gutierrez vs. Ethan Sutton MW: Ramon da Silva Ramos vs. Rhys Buck MW: Carl Ratcliffe vs. Toshiaki Ukiyo MW: Vivinho vs. Vlad Kogan MW: Henning Olsen vs. Brendon Nicol MW: Wes Hersch vs. Mortimer Greenfell MW: Yaichiro Takahama vs. Augustus Shorrock MW: Hiroshige Shiga vs. Ojay Houghley

Friday, Week 4, July 2002 Live From Winnipeg, Manitoba PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Super Eagle" Casim Yenkini (13-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Nigeria, Favorite: -140) vs. "Dynamite" Ollie Castle (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: West London, England, Underdog: +110) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Millhouse Twain, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Castle steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Yenkini misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Stepping in, Castle throws three quick punches, one of which land, and then he hits Yenkini with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:26) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Moving forward constantly, Castle is pressuring Yenkini. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Yenkini manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Castle lands a left hand and then he hits Yenkini with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Castle hits a left jab and then hits Yenkini with a powerful right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Yenkini looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Castle simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:23) A jab is wide from Castle, but then he catches Yenkini with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Castle initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Yenkini scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 03:10) A quick flurry of punches from Castle sees two of four hit home but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 02:49) Yenkini may have been aiming to get in close, but Castle aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:49) Castle moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, and then catches Yenkini with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Castle moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Yenkini may have been setting up to shoot, but Castle aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Castle throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Castle comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Yenkini manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Castle lands a jab and then he lands a crunching right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:56) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 01:30) Castle comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:30) Castle avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 01:30) A nice feint from Castle causes Yenkini to become open. (Rd 1 - 01:30) Castle lands a jab and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:09) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:43) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Moving forward constantly, Castle is pressuring Yenkini. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Yenkini misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Attacking with intent, Castle scores with four out of a flurry of four punches and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a fun round to watch. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Castle took that round, 10-9 on my score card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) Castle attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Yenkini hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 2 - 04:47) A one-two from Castle fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Castle comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Yenkini hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Castle lands a jab and then he hits Yenkini with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Castle moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Castle can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Yenkini with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Castle steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Castle lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Yenkini is hurt, that blow seems to have broken his nose judging by the blood. (Rd 2 - 03:56) That's going to make breathing a lot tougher and tire him out quicker. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Castle is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 03:34) It looked like we were about to see Yenkini try and get some grappling started, but Castle was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:34) Castle uses a left jab, but Yenkini steps back to avoid a right to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Castle connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:56) A punch from Castle fails to land. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Yenkini seizes the chance and shoots in on Castle. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Yenkini can't get past the sprawl of Castle and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 2 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Yenkini wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Castle can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Yenkini with a stunning right hook! (Rd 2 - 02:22) Yenkini is out! It's all over! (Rd 2 - 02:14) The winner, by knock out, is 'Dynamite' Ollie Castle! Official Result: 'Dynamite' Ollie Castle defeats 'The Super Eagle' Casim Yenkini (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:46 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Ollie Castle thanks everyone connected to Leamington Spa Muay Thai for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He says that he has a lot of respect for Casim Yenkini and praises his toughness. Ollie Castle is a good talker and really does well in these sort of interviews. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Kadonomaro Deguchi (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -1130) vs. Saemon Endo (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Underdog: +900) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Franklin Mencken. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:52) A jab lands from Endo, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Endo can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Deguchi wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Endo can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Deguchi with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Deguchi is able to grab Endo. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Deguchi gets solid control and may be looking for a wrestling-based takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:41) An amazing T-Bone suplex leaves Endo on his back under side control! (Rd 1 - 03:22) Deguchi attempts a kimura. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Endo gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 1 - 02:52) The winner, by submission; Kadonomaro Deguchi! Official Result: Kadonomaro Deguchi defeats Saemon Endo (Submission (Kimura) in 2:08 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Kadonomaro Deguchi name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Kadonomaro Deguchi celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. He is charismatic, and that helps him benefit from these interviews. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Surgeon" Atsutane Akera (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -880) vs. Osi Lewis (6-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Underdog: +700) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Franklin Mencken. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Lewis can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Akera with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:29) A one-two from Lewis fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Lewis fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Akera quickly shoots on Lewis. (Rd 1 - 03:56) The takedown is successful, Lewis pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Akera starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 03:50) He passes to half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Akera begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. (Rd 1 - 03:09) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Lewis starts a scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 02:56) The scramble leaves Lewis on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Akera starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Advancing his position, he passes to half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:38) He may have been passed, but Lewis is making Akera work very hard on the ground for position. (Rd 1 - 01:40) Akera throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 01:10) In half guard, Akera catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Akera throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Akera fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Akera fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Akera took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Akera is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:50) A punch from Lewis fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:38) Akera shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:38) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Lewis is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 04:38) That's two takedowns from two attempts. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Perhaps looking to create space for a leglock, Akera tries to break the guard apart. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Lewis maintains a tight, secure guard. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Akera fires off a few punches. (Rd 2 - 03:24) Akera fires away with punches, but Lewis doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 2 - 03:12) Akera begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 03:12) Lewis can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard. (Rd 2 - 02:33) In half guard, Akera begins working to get side control. (Rd 2 - 02:33) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Akera attempts to kimura Lewis from side control. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Akera gets a kimura fully applied! (Rd 2 - 01:53) Akera loses the hold! Somehow Lewis got his arm free. That was incredibly close to a finish though. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Lewis is still under side control though and so the threat of more submission attempts remains. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Working slowly but surely, Akera tries to put Lewis in a Von Flue choke. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Lewis defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Akera tries to lock Lewis in an armbar. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Akera gets the armbar fully applied and Lewis has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 00:21) Atsutane Akera takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: 'The Surgeon' Atsutane Akera defeats Osi Lewis (Submission (Armbar) in 4:39 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Atsutane Akera thanks everyone connected to Dragon's Lair Gym for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Akera says that he is really happy with his submission game and that he was very confident that he could tap out Osi Lewis if he got the opportunity. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Marinho Gomes (9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -330) vs. "The Auckland Express" Jemaine McKenzie (10-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Auckland, New Zealand, Underdog: +260) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Gomes lands a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 04:45) McKenzie is off target with a left jab but nails a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Gomes tries to cover up but is very clearly wobbling! The only reason he is still upright is that he's now slumped against the cage! Here comes McKenzie, he knows that this is a chance to finish! (Rd 1 - 04:32) McKenzie hits a straight right hand! Dazed, Gomes continues to cover up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:27) A right cross thumps into Gomes! (Rd 1 - 04:19) McKenzie tries to finish with a scorching right hand, but Gomes slips past it at the very last possible second. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Circling back to the center, Gomes looks like he has regained his composure. (Rd 1 - 04:02) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Gomes dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:37) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:37) McKenzie misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:11) McKenzie misses with a big right hand, allowing Gomes to counter with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 02:46) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Gomes counters a right hand with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:19) McKenzie comes forward, walking down Gomes. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Gomes fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:19) McKenzie throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 02:04) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:04) McKenzie slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 01:42) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:15) McKenzie misses with a big right hand, allowing Gomes to counter with a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:54) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Gomes misses with a head kick attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:54) McKenzie doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Gomes dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a pair of jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 1 - 00:09) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:09) McKenzie misses a right hook and gets countered with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Gomes, but only a 10-9. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:49) McKenzie comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Gomes scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 2 - 04:49) McKenzie throws a one-two, but Gomes was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Gomes lands a left jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. McKenzie misses a jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Gomes uses a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 04:11) McKenzie finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 03:47) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 2 - 03:24) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:24) McKenzie misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Gomes attacks with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 2 - 02:57) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:57) McKenzie uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Gomes uses a pair of left jabs but misses with a head kick attempt. (Rd 2 - 02:33) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:33) McKenzie connects with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Gomes hits a left jab and also hits a good kick to the leg. (Rd 2 - 02:16) McKenzie is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:09) McKenzie falls for a clever feint. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Gomes counters a right hand with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 02:09) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of McKenzie. (Rd 2 - 01:42) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:42) Gomes hits a left jab and also lands a left kick to the rib cage. McKenzie lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:26) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:26) McKenzie dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:02) McKenzie lets a body kick sail wide and then counters with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:48) McKenzie is limping noticeably. (Rd 2 - 00:40) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Gomes lands a left jab and also lands a left kick to the rib cage. McKenzie scores with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 00:18) McKenzie buys a feint and is left open. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Gomes slips past a right hook and counters with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Gomes, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Gomes up 20-18 on my scorecard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, McKenzie is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:46) McKenzie steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Gomes lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 04:46) McKenzie connects with a jab but Gomes avoids a big right. (Rd 3 - 04:28) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 3 - 04:06) For the first time, Gomes is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 04:00) McKenzie stalks forward, pressuring Gomes. (Rd 3 - 04:00) Gomes hit a counter left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:00) McKenzie throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 03:51) McKenzie has an obvious limp as he circles. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Gomes misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. McKenzie attacks with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:30) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:30) McKenzie misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Gomes to attack with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 3 - 03:11) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 3 - 02:34) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 3 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:16) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:16) McKenzie misses a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:16) Gomes is off-target with a jab but lands a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Gomes lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 02:02) McKenzie scores with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:34) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 3 - 01:12) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 01:12) Gomes is off-target with a jab and also can't hit a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:12) McKenzie misses a jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 00:49) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 3 - 00:31) McKenzie looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 3 - 00:31) Gomes is looking to muscle McKenzie back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:31) McKenzie ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:19) Gomes tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but McKenzie uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 3 - 00:02) It isn't pretty, but Gomes has McKenzie stuck up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:02) They remain up against the cage until the bell, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think McKenzie just about edged it. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Gomes up 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:53) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:53) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land. (Rd 4 - 04:53) Gomes doesn't connect with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked. (Rd 4 - 04:53) McKenzie tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves. (Rd 4 - 04:36) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 04:36) Gomes dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 4 - 04:23) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Gomes is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 4 - 04:23) McKenzie is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 4 - 04:17) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:17) Gomes is off target with a pair of jabs and also doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 4 - 04:17) McKenzie is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 03:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 03:55) McKenzie slips past a right hook and counters with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:40) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 4 - 03:18) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 03:18) McKenzie misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Gomes to attack with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:07) Breathing very hard, McKenzie is looking ragged. (Rd 4 - 03:07) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:07) Gomes tries to suck McKenzie to the ground by wrapping his legs around the waist and pulling guard. (Rd 4 - 03:07) McKenzie gets pulled down and sucked into the guard position. (Rd 4 - 02:51) Gomes attempts to grab an arm of McKenzie from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 4 - 02:51) McKenzie fends off Gomes, and doesn't give up an arm. (Rd 4 - 02:26) Breathing very hard, Gomes is looking ragged. (Rd 4 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:26) In guard, McKenzie throws a couple of punches designed to keep Gomes guessing. (Rd 4 - 02:09) McKenzie fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 4 - 01:40) Gomes tries to catch McKenzie with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 4 - 01:21) McKenzie throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 4 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 01:00) McKenzie fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away. (Rd 4 - 00:41) McKenzie doesn't allow Gomes to pull them back toward the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:22) McKenzie throws some elbows but Gomes isn't troubled by them. (Rd 4 - 00:04) Gomes tries to scoot backward toward the cage, but McKenzie keeps him where he is. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to McKenzie, 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:54) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 5 - 04:44) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:44) Using his wrestling skills, Gomes is trying to push McKenzie up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:44) Gomes achieves it, pinning McKenzie to the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:24) McKenzie is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Gomes tries to use dirty boxing against McKenzie, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 5 - 03:53) McKenzie is trapped against the cage and Gomes punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 03:40) McKenzie takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 5 - 03:32) Gomes hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 5 - 03:20) Gomes goes to use some dirty boxing, but McKenzie is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 5 - 03:04) McKenzie uses his wrestling skills to prevent Gomes from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 02:46) Gomes keeps McKenzie up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 5 - 02:31) Gomes tries to throw an elbow, but McKenzie uses wrestling to prevent him from launching the strike. (Rd 5 - 02:13) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center. (Rd 5 - 02:03) McKenzie comes forward to attack. (Rd 5 - 02:03) McKenzie steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Gomes. (Rd 5 - 02:03) A jab lands from McKenzie but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 5 - 01:52) McKenzie looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 5 - 01:52) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:52) Gomes tries to lock his legs around the waist of McKenzie, wanting to pull him down to the floor. (Rd 5 - 01:52) The attempt is successful, McKenzie is sucked down into his guard. (Rd 5 - 01:41) Gomes looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 5 - 01:41) Gomes tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 5 - 01:41) McKenzie blocks it. (Rd 5 - 01:11) McKenzie tries to pound on Gomes with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 5 - 00:51) Gomes applies double underhooks and keeps McKenzie from launching any attacks. (Rd 5 - 00:29) McKenzie fires away with elbows but Gomes doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 5 - 00:17) McKenzie doesn't allow Gomes to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 5 - 00:09) McKenzie throws some elbows, but doesn't really do any damage. (Rd 5 - 00:09) McKenzie gets pushed back, and is left standing in front of Gomes, no longer in guard. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Gomes, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Millhouse Twain: 49-46 Gomes. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde: 48-47 McKenzie. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Benjamin Milligan III has given 48-47 to Gomes. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Marinho Gomes the winner by split decision! Official Result: Marinho Gomes defeats 'The Auckland Express' Jemaine McKenzie (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Marinho Gomes praises his team at Combat Team Curitiba, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Marinho Gomes says it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect for Jemaine McKenzie. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Ginger Beaumont (10-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Glasgow, Scotland, Favorite: -910) vs. "The Ice Man" Tore Herlovsen (8-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Bergen, Norway, Underdog: +720) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Benjamin Milligan III, Franklin Mencken, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Herlovsen confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Herlovsen can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Beaumont shoots in at high speed for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:29) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Beaumont throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Beaumont tries to lock Herlovsen into an armbar. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Herlovsen doesn't allow the armbar to be applied. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Beaumont tries to ensnare Herlovsen in an americana. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Herlovsen doesn't allow the americana to be applied. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Beaumont attempts an arm triangle. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Herlovsen doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied. (Rd 1 - 02:18) The lack of progress forces referee Leo Behan to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Herlovsen connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Beaumont comes in fast, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:47) The takedown is completed, Herlovsen is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Beaumont pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Beaumont tries to pound on Herlovsen, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Beaumont is trying to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Beaumont passes to half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:33) In half guard, Beaumont begins working to get side control. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Beaumont gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a good round, full of action, hopefully we've got more of the same to come. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Beaumont, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Beaumont. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) Herlovsen moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 04:47) A jab hits home from Herlovsen and then he catches Beaumont with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Blood is visible, it appears that Beaumont has suffered a large gash above his eye. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Herlovsen moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Beaumont scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab. (Rd 2 - 04:31) A jab hits home from Herlovsen and then he catches Beaumont with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Herlovsen moves in on Beaumont, preparing to throw. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Beaumont appeared to be going for a takedown, but Herlovsen took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:11) A jab hits home from Herlovsen and then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Beaumont may have been setting up to shoot, but Herlovsen aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Herlovsen hits a left jab and then hits Beaumont with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Beaumont shoots in at high speed for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Herlovsen cannot stop the takedown and only catches Beaumont in half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Herlovsen hasn't stopped a single takedown yet. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Beaumont begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:25) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Herlovsen made it as hard as possible to get out of half guard, Beaumont struggled to make that pass. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Beaumont attempts an armbar. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Herlovsen fights off the armbar attempt. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Beaumont attempts to move to mount. (Rd 2 - 02:27) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Herlovsen rolled over and gave up his back instead. (Rd 2 - 02:04) Beaumont successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. (Rd 2 - 01:41) Beaumont, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 2 - 01:41) The rear naked choke is in deep, Herlovsen has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 01:09) The winner, by submission; Ginger Beaumont! Official Result: Ginger Beaumont defeats 'The Ice Man' Tore Herlovsen (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:51 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Fantastic. Post-Fight: Ginger Beaumont thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He says that he has a lot of respect for Tore Herlovsen and praises his toughness. He is charismatic, and that helps him benefit from these interviews. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Mario de Souza (24-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -960) vs. "Progression" Jason Pilgrim (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Underdog: +760) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:45) de Souza comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:45) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Pilgrim is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 04:38) de Souza starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Pilgrim can't do anything about the pass, and is left under side control. (Rd 1 - 03:40) de Souza begins trying to get himself into a mount. (Rd 1 - 03:40) Pilgrim can't fend off his opponent and is mounted. (Rd 1 - 02:55) de Souza attempts to set up an armbar on Pilgrim from the mount. (Rd 1 - 02:55) de Souza gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Pilgrim has to tap! (Rd 1 - 02:23) The winner, by submission; Mario de Souza! Official Result: Mario de Souza defeats 'Progression' Jason Pilgrim (Submission (Armbar) in 2:37 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Mario de Souza thanks everyone connected to Escola De Luta for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Jaromir Grygera (21-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Teplice, Czech Republic, Favorite: -1150) vs. "The Japanese Cowboy" Ukyo Narita (20-10, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +910) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:47) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Grygera slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Narita moves in on Grygera, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Narita throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 04:12) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Grygera misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Narita is off target with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:48) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Grygera dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Blood is visible on Narita, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Narita fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Grygera. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Grygera gets hold of Narita. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Grygera is looking to muscle Narita back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:13) He does so and now has Narita pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Narita takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 02:47) An ugly but effective tactic, Grygera is pressing Narita up against the cage and slowly wearing him down. (Rd 1 - 02:47) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Grygera smothers Narita against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 01:15) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:08) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:50) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:50) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Grygera misses with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Narita has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Narita misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Grygera comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Narita cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Grygera. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Grygera. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Narita. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:50) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Grygera counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Grygera doesn't connect with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Narita has a right hand blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:08) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 2 - 03:37) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Narita misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Grygera attacks with a jab and a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:13) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Grygera misses with a big right hand, allowing Narita to counter with a left jab and a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 02:33) For the first time, Grygera is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 02:33) For the first time, Narita is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Narita lands a left hook. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Grygera doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:25) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Narita. (Rd 2 - 02:06) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Grygera is off-target with a jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Narita scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 01:41) Grygera shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:41) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too. (Rd 2 - 01:24) Grygera throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:54) Grygera attempts an armbar. (Rd 2 - 00:54) Narita fights off the armbar attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Grygera tries to lock Narita into a kimura. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Narita defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Grygera pounds away, landing several clean blows on Narita in the process. (Rd 2 - 00:02) With punches raining down, Narita desperately tries to get away but only succeeds in giving up his back! (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Grygera, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Grygera up 20-18 on my scorecard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Narita is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:54) Narita closes in on Grygera, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Grygera appeared to be going for a takedown, but Narita took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Narita throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 3 - 04:40) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 04:40) Grygera lands a left jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:40) Narita hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:20) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 04:20) Narita misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Grygera comes in with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Narita uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Grygera finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 3 - 03:35) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:35) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot. (Rd 3 - 03:35) Grygera misses a jab and also has a right hand blocked. (Rd 3 - 03:35) Narita doesn't connect with a left jab and also misses a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:12) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:12) Grygera slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:46) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 3 - 02:27) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 3 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:27) Grygera is trying to muscle Narita up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:27) Grygera does it, Narita is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:10) Grygera catches Narita with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 3 - 02:00) Narita is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 3 - 01:45) Grygera smothers Narita against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Narita takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 3 - 01:14) Grygera smothers Narita against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 3 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:55) Narita is trapped against the cage and Grygera hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 3 - 00:43) Grygera hits Narita, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 3 - 00:26) Narita is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 3 - 00:08) Grygera is looking really tired. (Rd 3 - 00:08) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Grygera, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Narita is running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:46) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Grygera slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left hook. (Rd 4 - 04:35) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 04:35) Narita misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Grygera attacks with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Breathing very hard, Narita is looking ragged. (Rd 4 - 04:16) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 04:16) Narita misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 4 - 03:58) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 03:58) Grygera dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:48) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:48) Grygera is looking to muscle Narita back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:48) Grygera does it, Narita is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:34) Grygera smothers Narita against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 03:16) Grygera smothers Narita against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 4 - 03:04) Grygera smothers Narita against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 02:49) Narita is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 02:36) Grygera pins Narita up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 4 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:21) Grygera hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 4 - 02:07) Grygera looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 02:07) Grygera catches Narita with a hard elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:48) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 01:33) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 01:33) Grygera misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Narita to attack with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 01:19) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 4 - 01:19) Grygera uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Narita as they grapple. (Rd 4 - 01:06) Grygera is trying to push Narita so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:06) Grygera does it, Narita is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:52) Grygera smothers Narita against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 4 - 00:38) Grygera pins Narita up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 00:25) Grygera catches Narita with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:11) Grygera smothers Narita against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Grygera, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Narita realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:46) Narita comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 5 - 04:46) Grygera hit a counter left hand. (Rd 5 - 04:46) Narita hits a left hand but Grygera avoids a big right. (Rd 5 - 04:32) From the looks of things, I don't think Narita has much energy left. (Rd 5 - 04:20) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:20) Narita misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 5 - 04:06) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 04:06) Using his wrestling skills, Grygera is trying to push Narita up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:06) Grygera manages it and controls Narita up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:55) Grygera smothers Narita against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Grygera looks exhausted. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Grygera smothers Narita against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 5 - 03:23) Narita is trapped against the cage and Grygera punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 03:04) Narita takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 5 - 02:58) Grygera hits Narita, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 5 - 02:44) Grygera catches Narita with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:31) Narita is trapped against the cage and Grygera punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 02:16) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 5 - 02:05) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 02:05) Grygera misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hand. (Rd 5 - 01:52) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:52) Grygera is looking to muscle Narita back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:52) Grygera achieves it, pinning Narita to the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:37) Narita is trapped against the cage and Grygera punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:17) Narita is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 5 - 00:57) Grygera hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 5 - 00:43) Narita is trapped against the cage and Grygera hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 5 - 00:28) Narita is trapped against the cage and Grygera punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 00:12) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 5 - 00:03) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 00:03) Grygera misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Narita to attack with a jab and a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Narita looks totally gassed. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Grygera, but only a 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Jaromir Grygera is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Jaromir Grygera defeats 'The Japanese Cowboy' Ukyo Narita (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Jaromir Grygera praises his team at Gothenburg Submission Fighting, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He praises Narita for a tough fight. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Leonardo da Costa (16-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Favorite: -740) vs. "No Surrender" Glenn Pimm (36-13, 1-0 CTC, From: Naperville, Illinois, Underdog: +590) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Franklin Mencken, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Pimm confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:52) It looked like we were about to see a shot from da Costa, but Pimm was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Pimm throws a punch but da Costa avoids it. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Pimm looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:35) da Costa appeared to be going for a takedown, but Pimm took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Pimm throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 04:09) da Costa stalks forward, pressuring Pimm. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Pimm hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:09) da Costa can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:45) da Costa connects with a nice jab and then catches Pimm with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:22) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 02:58) da Costa moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Pimm into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:58) da Costa confidently steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 02:58) da Costa can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Pimm looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but da Costa simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 02:40) A jab hits home from da Costa and then he catches Pimm with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:19) da Costa uses a left jab, but Pimm avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Pimm hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 01:57) da Costa hits a left hand, but Pimm evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 01:45) da Costa acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head. (Rd 1 - 01:32) da Costa can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:13) There's a takedown attempt from da Costa. (Rd 1 - 01:13) He has the takedown! Pimm pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Perhaps looking to create space for a leglock, da Costa tries to break the guard apart. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Loosening the guard, da Costa is able to secure a leglock, Pimm has to tap! (Rd 1 - 00:40) The winner, by submission; Leonardo da Costa! Official Result: Leonardo da Costa defeats 'No Surrender' Glenn Pimm (Submission (Leglock) in 4:20 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Glenn Pimm announces that he has decided to retire from active competition following this defeat. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Leonardo da Costa praises his team at Escola Da Luta, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Leonardo da Costa celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Superstar" Stuart Strange (18-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Durham, North Carolina, Favorite: -900) vs. Wederson de Oliveira (8-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +710) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Benjamin Milligan III, Franklin Mencken, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Strange may have weighed in the same as Wederson yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) They come together in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Strange seems to be the aggressor. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Strange tries to wrestle Wederson backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Strange does it, Wederson is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Strange hits Wederson, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Wederson is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Wederson takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Strange pins Wederson up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Strange smothers Wederson against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Wederson is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Wederson is trapped against the cage and Strange punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Strange hits Wederson, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 1 - 02:44) Referee William Yeats decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:29) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Strange manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Strange hits Wederson with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Strange is trying to push Wederson so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Wederson ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:46) Strange pins Wederson up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Wederson takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Strange smothers Wederson against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Strange smothers Wederson against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Strange attempts to throw an elbow, but Wederson tightens the clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Wederson is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 1 - 00:19) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee William Yeats restarts them back in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:07) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Strange is the aggressor in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Strange, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Strange is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Strange is the aggressor. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Strange is trying to push Wederson so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Strange achieves it, pinning Wederson to the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Wederson is trapped against the cage and Strange punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Strange uses dirty boxing to punish Wederson while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Wederson is trapped against the cage and Strange punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Wederson is trapped against the cage and Strange hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Wederson is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Strange pins Wederson up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Strange hits Wederson, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Wederson is trapped against the cage and Strange hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Strange hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee William Yeats brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 02:05) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Strange seems to get the advantage. (Rd 2 - 01:55) Strange is trying to muscle Wederson up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:55) He does so and now has Wederson pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Strange uses dirty boxing to punish Wederson while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:16) Strange uses a vicious foot stomp. (Rd 2 - 01:03) Wederson is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Strange uses dirty boxing to punish Wederson while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Strange scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Strange smothers Wederson against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 2 - 00:10) Strange smothers Wederson against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a good round, full of action, hopefully we've got more of the same to come. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Strange. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Strange is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:49) Up close, they start wrestling. (Rd 3 - 04:49) Strange is the aggressor in the clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:41) Strange tries to wrestle Wederson backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:41) Strange achieves it, pinning Wederson to the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Strange leans all of his weight up against Wederson, pressing him against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:24) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Strange uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Showing his ability to control opponents, Strange smothers Wederson against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:05) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:56) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:56) Strange is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 01:56) Wederson is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 01:45) They come together in a clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:45) Strange looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:39) Strange hits Wederson with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 3 - 01:24) Wederson tries to wriggle free, but Strange controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Strange tries to wrestle Wederson backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:04) He does so and now has Wederson pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Wederson takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 3 - 00:43) Wederson is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Strange uses dirty boxing to punish Wederson while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:09) Strange smothers Wederson against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Strange, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Wederson, he's running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:45) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position. (Rd 4 - 04:45) Strange manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:37) With control of the clinch, Strange tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:37) It's ugly as sin, but Wederson does end up on the ground. He is turtled up on his hands and knees, Strange on top and facing him. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Strange pounds away with rights, but Wederson covers up and only a couple manage to get through. (Rd 4 - 04:05) Strange floats over and takes the back. (Rd 4 - 03:58) Wederson gets quickly back to his feet, although Strange does get back control. (Rd 4 - 03:46) Grappling from behind, Strange attempts to wrestle Wederson to the ground. (Rd 4 - 03:46) Wederson has absolutely no answers, and gets taken down with ease. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Wederson winds up on his hands and knees, Strange above. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Strange rolls Wederson out of turtle position and into side control. (Rd 4 - 03:19) Strange fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 4 - 02:57) Strange throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 4 - 02:40) Strange throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 4 - 02:10) Strange throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 4 - 01:49) Strange begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 4 - 01:49) Wederson desperately tries to fight the mount, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 4 - 01:35) The scramble results in Wederson being on his back pulling half guard. (Rd 4 - 01:21) In half guard, Strange throws a couple of punches designed to keep Wederson guessing. (Rd 4 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:53) Strange keeps Wederson guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:35) Strange looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 4 - 00:35) Strange is too skilled for Wederson, passing half guard and gaining side control. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Strange, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Wederson really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:53) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:53) Strange seems to be the aggressor. (Rd 5 - 04:43) Using his wrestling skills, Strange is trying to push Wederson up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:43) Strange achieves it, pinning Wederson to the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:26) Strange smothers Wederson against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Strange pins Wederson up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 03:57) Strange smothers Wederson against the cage and stomps down on his foot. (Rd 5 - 03:51) Wederson is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 5 - 03:36) Wederson is trapped against the cage and Strange hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Strange smothers Wederson against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 5 - 03:06) Strange hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 5 - 02:59) Strange uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 5 - 02:48) Wederson is looking really tired. (Rd 5 - 02:48) Strange smothers Wederson against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 5 - 02:35) Wederson is trapped against the cage and Strange hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 5 - 02:20) Wederson is trapped against the cage and Strange hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 5 - 02:08) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 5 - 02:08) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Strange is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 5 - 02:03) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 5 - 02:03) Strange seems to get the advantage. (Rd 5 - 01:54) Strange is trying to push Wederson so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:54) Strange does it, Wederson is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:34) Strange is breathing very hard. (Rd 5 - 01:34) Strange hits Wederson, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 5 - 01:15) Strange hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 5 - 01:06) Strange stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 5 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 01:00) Strange smothers Wederson against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 00:44) Strange tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Wederson uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 5 - 00:27) Strange smothers Wederson against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 00:12) Strange uses dirty boxing to punish Wederson while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:01) Strange hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Strange. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Superstar' Stuart Strange wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'Superstar' Stuart Strange defeats Wederson de Oliveira (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Stuart Strange praises his team at War Dogs, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. He is very comfortable being interviewed and did well here. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Adam "Blitz" White (12-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Los Angeles, California, Favorite: -1170) vs. Leandro Bastos (8-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Underdog: +930) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Franklin Mencken, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that White looks a lot heavier than his opponent now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:51) White looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:51) White hits a left jab and then hits a vicious high right kick to the side of the head! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Bastos hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 1 - 04:38) White knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Bastos, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 1 - 04:38) White pounds away, Bastos is taking heavy shot after heavy shot! (Rd 1 - 04:38) Referee William Yeats pulls White away, stopping the fight! (Rd 1 - 04:23) Adam 'Blitz' White takes the win by TKO! Official Result: Adam 'Blitz' White defeats Leandro Bastos (TKO (Strikes) in 0:37 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Adam White gives a name-check to everyone at Evolution MMA, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He is then asked who he'd like face in his next fight, and replies that he has a lot of respect for the skills of Tora Mizwar and that he thinks it'd be a great fight. This was a charismatic performance from a very good talker. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Zaco (47-15, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -820) vs. "The King of Memphis" Wesley Sneep (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Memphis, Tennessee, Underdog: +650) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Franklin Mencken. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:49) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Zaco is off-target with two jabs but scores with a right hook. Sneep scores with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Sneep doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Zaco connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:06) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 1 - 03:41) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Zaco uses a pair of left jabs but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Sneep uses a pair of left jabs but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:23) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Sneep lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Zaco doesn't connect with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Sneep has been cut above his hairline, blood is trickling down. (Rd 1 - 03:05) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Sneep slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Sneep comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Zaco throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:48) A jab is wide from Sneep, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:32) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Zaco connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Sneep lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 01:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:46) Sneep slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:21) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:46) Sneep moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Zaco into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:46) Zaco lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:46) Sneep hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:22) Zaco chooses to shoot in on Sneep. (Rd 1 - 00:22) Sneep almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Zaco has hold of one leg. (Rd 1 - 00:22) Zaco can't get Sneep down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Sneep is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Sneep. (Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Zaco looks a little shell-shocked too. (Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Sneep. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Zaco connects with a left hand. Sneep is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:37) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Sneep hits a pair of jabs but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Zaco hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:09) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 03:52) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Zaco hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Sneep hits a left jab and also nails a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:33) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Zaco misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Sneep comes in with a quick left jab and a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Taking a few gulps of breath, Sneep is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Zaco appeared to be going for a takedown, but Sneep took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Sneep throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Zaco comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Zaco couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Sneep hops in place on the other. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Zaco uses the position to drive Sneep up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:28) Sneep is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:28) The next sixty seconds or so sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Zaco tries to smother Sneep against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:24) Zaco is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 01:19) There's a takedown attempt from Zaco. (Rd 2 - 01:19) Sneep almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Zaco holds the other. (Rd 2 - 01:19) Zaco drives Sneep up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Zaco looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Sneep works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 2 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:42) Sneep can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:42) It looks like Zaco has been cut under the eye. (Rd 2 - 00:34) Zaco gets hold of Sneep without taking too much damage. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Zaco tries to wrestle Sneep backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:24) He does so and now has Sneep pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:09) Zaco tries to dirty box Sneep, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Sneep. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Sneep is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Zaco in between rounds. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:49) Sneep moves in on Zaco, preparing to throw. (Rd 3 - 04:49) A punch from Sneep fails to land. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Zaco shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Sneep almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Zaco has hold of one leg. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Zaco drives Sneep up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Smothered against the cage, Sneep cannot get free. (Rd 3 - 04:24) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute. (Rd 3 - 03:13) Sneep wrestles back against Zaco, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:48) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:48) Sneep misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Zaco to attack with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:29) Zaco slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:13) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 01:42) A jab is wide from Sneep, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:33) Zaco gets hold of Sneep without taking too much damage. (Rd 3 - 01:24) Zaco is trying to push Sneep so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:24) Zaco does it, Sneep is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Zaco smothers Sneep up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:09) The next thirty seconds becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 3 - 00:28) Zaco uses dirty boxing to punish Sneep while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:09) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Zaco is keeping Sneep pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:09) The rest of the round sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Zaco, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Sneep. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:48) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:48) Both fighters throw, both fighters fail to hit the target. (Rd 4 - 04:48) Sneep is off-target with a jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 4 - 04:48) Zaco misses with a left jab and also can't hit a right cross. (Rd 4 - 04:27) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 4 - 04:16) Zaco is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 4 - 04:16) Sneep appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 4 - 04:03) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 04:03) Sneep uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 04:03) Zaco hits a left cross. (Rd 4 - 04:03) A strike has re-opened the gash across the forehead of Sneep. (Rd 4 - 03:55) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Zaco is trying to muscle Sneep up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Zaco can't do it though, Sneep defended it well. (Rd 4 - 03:39) Zaco is looking to muscle Sneep back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:39) Zaco does it, Sneep is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:24) Zaco is looking really tired. (Rd 4 - 03:24) Sneep is looking really tired. (Rd 4 - 03:24) Sneep is trapped against the cage and Zaco hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 4 - 03:05) It isn't a pretty tactic, but the tired-looking Zaco is wearing Sneep down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight. (Rd 4 - 03:05) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches and trying to recover. Both fighters are looking very tired. (Rd 4 - 01:52) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:37) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 4 - 01:26) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:26) Zaco tries to wrestle Sneep backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:26) Sneep doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 4 - 01:03) Sneep looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 01:03) Sneep doesn't get the trip, Zaco instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 4 - 00:49) Zaco is trying to muscle Sneep up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:49) He does so and now has Sneep pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:35) Looking pretty gassed, Zaco buys some recovery time by smothering Sneep up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:35) They spend what's left of the round throwing occasional short-range punches to the body, but in truth they both look pretty tired and there is little venom in the strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Zaco, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) According to my scorecard, that leaves the fighters dead even with just one round remaining. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Sneep. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:55) Zaco may have been setting up to shoot, but Sneep aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 04:55) Sneep can't connect with a jab, but then hits Zaco with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 04:43) Sneep comes forward on the attack. (Rd 5 - 04:43) Zaco hit a counter left hand. (Rd 5 - 04:43) Sneep throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 5 - 04:19) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 5 - 03:57) From the looks of things, I don't think Zaco has much energy left. (Rd 5 - 03:51) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 5 - 03:28) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 03:28) Zaco is looking to muscle Sneep back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:28) Zaco achieves it, pinning Sneep to the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:09) An ugly but effective tactic, the physically exhausted Zaco is pressing Sneep up against the cage and slowly wearing him down while also getting a breather of his own. (Rd 5 - 03:09) They remain in that position, throwing occasional short punches, for a further minute. Both fighters look pretty tired. (Rd 5 - 02:04) Sneep is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:53) Sneep looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 01:53) Zaco tries to smother Sneep against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 5 - 01:35) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:35) Sneep has a right hand blocked. (Rd 5 - 01:35) Zaco doesn't connect with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 5 - 01:20) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 5 - 01:05) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:05) Sneep looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 01:05) Zaco stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 5 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 5 - 00:51) Clinched with Sneep, Zaco looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 00:51) The takedown is completed, Sneep is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 00:33) In guard, Zaco is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 5 - 00:03) Sneep tries to pull Zaco in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Zaco looks totally gassed. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Zaco. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 48-47 (Edward Wilde), 48-47 (Benjamin Milligan III) and 49-46 (Franklin Mencken). (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Zaco the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Zaco defeats 'The King Of Memphis' Wesley Sneep (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Zaco praises his team at House of Pain, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Soldier of Fortune" Thomas Smith (16-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Portland, Oregon, Favorite: -170) vs. "The Total Package" Heath Kaladaris (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Perth, Australia, Underdog: +130) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Kaladaris steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Smith throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Kaladaris can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Kaladaris comes forward, walking down Smith. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Kaladaris looks to pressure Smith, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Kaladaris can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Smith chooses to shoot in on Kaladaris. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Smith gets the takedown! Kaladaris pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Smith keeps tight to Kaladaris, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Kaladaris drags Smith in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Time slips away as Smith successfully keeps Kaladaris stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Smith punches down at Kaladaris, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:44) Kaladaris tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Smith. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Kaladaris is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Smith off of him. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Smith smothers Kaladaris with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Time slips away as Smith successfully keeps Kaladaris stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Kaladaris is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Smith off of him. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Kaladaris is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Smith off of him. (Rd 1 - 00:21) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Kaladaris uses a left jab, but Smith evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Smith, but only a 10-9. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:54) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 04:25) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Kaladaris comes forward, walking down Smith. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Kaladaris is now in the pocket. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Kaladaris lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:42) Kaladaris steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 03:42) Smith misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 03:42) Kaladaris lands a left hand and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:24) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Kaladaris moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Smith into exchanging strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Kaladaris is now in the pocket. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Kaladaris feints, causing Smith to move to one side and leave himself wide open. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Kaladaris hits a left jab and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Kaladaris moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Smith looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Kaladaris simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Kaladaris can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Smith with a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Kaladaris forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Smith hit a counter left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Kaladaris connects with a nice jab and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Smith. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Kaladaris comes forward. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Smith tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 2 - 02:10) A jab hits home from Kaladaris and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 01:54) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Smith had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 01:33) A jab lands from Kaladaris, but Smith steps back to avoid a high right head kick. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Moving forward constantly, Kaladaris is pressuring Smith. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Smith hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Smith falls for a clever feint. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Kaladaris lands a left jab but Smith evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Kaladaris can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:46) For the first time, Kaladaris is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Kaladaris attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Smith fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Kaladaris hits a left hand but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Kaladaris can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Smith with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Kaladaris, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:50) Moving forward constantly, Kaladaris is pressuring Smith. (Rd 3 - 04:50) Smith manages a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 04:50) Kaladaris fools Smith with a feint. (Rd 3 - 04:50) Kaladaris lands a left hand and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 3 - 04:30) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Kaladaris moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Smith into exchanging strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Smith manages a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Kaladaris feints, causing Smith to move to one side and leave himself wide open. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Kaladaris connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a fantastic right cross! (Rd 3 - 04:06) Smith is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 3 - 03:56) Kaladaris starts pounding away on Smith, looking to finish him off! (Rd 3 - 03:56) Kaladaris pounds away on Smith, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 3 - 03:56) Smith goes limp for a second, the referee leaps in to stop the fight! (Rd 3 - 03:38) Heath Kaladaris takes the victory by way of knock out! Official Result: 'The Total Package' Heath Kaladaris defeats 'The Soldier Of Fortune' Thomas Smith (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:22 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Heath Kaladaris thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Showing respect, Heath Kaladaris praises Smith for his skill and toughness. Heath Kaladaris proved to be a charismatic interviewee. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Spartan" Davis Spyrou (21-7, 1-0 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +100) vs. "The Flying V" Esteban Vega (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Guadalajara, Mexico, Favorite: -120) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Spyrou connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Spyrou comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Vega tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Spyrou hits a right hand but Vega avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 04:12) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Spyrou lands a right jab but has a left hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Vega hits a jab and also scores with a left hook to the side of the body. (Rd 1 - 03:44) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Spyrou is off-target with a jab but lands a left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Vega finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Spyrou forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Vega fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:29) A one-two from Spyrou fails to land. (Rd 1 - 03:14) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Moving forward constantly, Spyrou is pressuring Vega. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Vega hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 02:41) A one-two from Spyrou fails to land. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Spyrou comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Vega hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 02:21) A one-two from Spyrou fails to land. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Spyrou comes forward. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Vega hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:10) A jab is wide from Spyrou, but then he scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Spyrou scores with a jab but misses with a left hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Vega uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Spyrou steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Vega scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Spyrou can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Vega goes to a southpaw stance. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Spyrou comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Vega tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Spyrou fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Vega with a body kick. (Rd 1 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:55) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 00:33) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Spyrou hits a jab but can't hit a left cross. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Vega is off target with a right jab but lands a nice left hook. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Spyrou hits a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Vega manages to connect with two punches out of a flurry and then connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Vega. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:49) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 2 - 04:29) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Spyrou misses a jab and also has a left hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Vega doesn't connect with a right hand thanks to the great head movement of Spyrou. (Rd 2 - 04:06) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Spyrou comes forward, walking down Vega. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Vega hit two counter left hands. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Spyrou lands a right jab but Vega evades a big left punch. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Spyrou throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Vega takes the chance and grabs Spyrou into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Spyrou gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Vega uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 02:43) Vega uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Spyrou. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Spyrou tries to wriggle free, but Vega controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 2 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:21) Vega uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Spyrou. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Wanting to take it to the ground, Vega attempts to drag Spyrou down into his guard. (Rd 2 - 02:08) He achieves it, Spyrou is now on the ground in his guard. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Vega goes for the sweep from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 2 - 01:53) The sweep is fantastic, and Vega has ended up with a full mount on Spyrou! (Rd 2 - 01:37) Vega fires away with punches, and Spyrou is stung by several big shots. (Rd 2 - 01:37) From the looks of it, Vega may have hurt his hand quite badly while punching away. (Rd 2 - 01:37) A broken hand would certainly have a big impact upon his chances of winning. (Rd 2 - 01:26) Vega unleashes three vicious looking elbows, although none of them land cleanly. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Vega fires away with elbows but Spyrou doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Spyrou tries to turn over and sweep Vega, but rolls too far and gives up his back! (Rd 2 - 00:28) Vega tries to put Spyrou in a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 00:28) Spyrou doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a quality round and the fans are really getting into this. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Vega, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Vega ahead 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:54) Vega hits two tentative right hands, neither with anything behind them. (Rd 3 - 04:54) A jab is wide from Spyrou, but then he lands a big left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:39) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Spyrou. (Rd 3 - 04:39) Spyrou is too slow with his final kick and that allows Vega to catch it! (Rd 3 - 04:23) Seeing his opportunity, Vega tries to put Spyrou on the mat. (Rd 3 - 04:23) Vega can't get Spyrou down and loses control of the leg in the process. (Rd 3 - 04:11) Spyrou is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 03:56) Spyrou lands a right jab, but misses when he attempts a big head kick to follow. (Rd 3 - 03:37) A one-two from Spyrou fails to land. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Vega comes in and grabs Spyrou in a clinch. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Vega tries to throw some close-range strikes as they grapple, but the attempts are smothered by Spyrou. (Rd 3 - 02:57) Vega is trying to muscle Spyrou up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:57) He does so and now has Spyrou pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:46) Spyrou is trapped against the cage and Vega hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 3 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:28) Showing his ability to exert control, Vega smothers Spyrou up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:28) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 3 - 01:26) Spyrou is trapped against the cage and Vega punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 3 - 00:57) Spyrou throws a two-punch combo but Vega avoids both. (Rd 3 - 00:45) Vega takes the chance and grabs Spyrou into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:39) From the grapple, Vega tries to work in some close-range strikes, but Spyrou is alert and smothers them quickly. (Rd 3 - 00:20) Spyrou tries to wriggle free, but Vega controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 3 - 00:07) Vega is looking to muscle Spyrou back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:07) Vega achieves it, pinning Spyrou to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Vega. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Spyrou is running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:50) Spyrou throws a two-punch combo but Vega avoids both. (Rd 4 - 04:37) Seizing the opportunity, Vega clinches. (Rd 4 - 04:27) From the grapple, Vega tries to work in some close-range strikes, but Spyrou is alert and smothers them quickly. (Rd 4 - 04:07) Vega is trying to muscle Spyrou up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:07) Vega achieves it, pinning Spyrou to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:51) Vega pins Spyrou up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 4 - 03:38) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Vega is keeping Spyrou pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:38) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 4 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:28) Vega smothers Spyrou against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 02:16) Vega presses Spyrou into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 4 - 02:16) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute. (Rd 4 - 01:29) With no progress being made, referee Leo Behan separates them. (Rd 4 - 01:29) Spyrou appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 4 - 01:29) Taking a few gulps of breath, Vega is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 4 - 01:21) A jab lands from Spyrou, but Vega evades a big left punch. (Rd 4 - 01:02) Spyrou throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 4 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:38) Vega wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:38) Spyrou uses a right jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Spyrou looks very tired out there. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Vega gets hold of Spyrou. (Rd 4 - 00:20) Spyrou tries to wriggle free, but Vega controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Vega is trying to muscle Spyrou up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Vega does it, Spyrou is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Vega, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Spyrou is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:50) Vega appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Spyrou took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:50) A jab lands from Spyrou, but Vega avoids a big left. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Spyrou can't connect with a jab, but then hits Vega with a straight left. (Rd 5 - 04:07) A one-two from Spyrou fails to land. (Rd 5 - 03:53) Vega seizes the chance and grabs Spyrou into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:44) Vega is looking to muscle Spyrou back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:44) Vega does it, Spyrou is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Vega smothers Spyrou against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 03:11) Vega pins Spyrou up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 02:57) Showing his ability to control opponents, Vega simply smothers Spyrou against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:57) Vega and Spyrou remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 5 - 01:55) Spyrou, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Vega is exerting. (Rd 5 - 01:55) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 5 - 00:48) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them. (Rd 5 - 00:48) Vega is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 5 - 00:39) Spyrou can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Vega with a leg kick. (Rd 5 - 00:34) Vega gets hold of Spyrou. (Rd 5 - 00:25) Vega is trying to push Spyrou so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:25) Vega achieves it, pinning Spyrou to the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:06) Vega looks very tired out there. (Rd 5 - 00:06) Vega, despite being visibly fatigued, manages to get Spyrou backed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:06) They remain in that position, throwing occasional short punches, until the bell rings. The fighters trudge back to their corners looking pretty tired. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Spyrou seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Vega, but only a 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) 'The Flying V' Esteban Vega is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'The Flying V' Esteban Vega defeats 'The Spartan' Davis Spyrou (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Esteban Vega praises his team at Camp Ortega, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and he responds by calling out Carl Ratcliffe, saying he will kick his ass. CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Amazing" JJ Reid (26-7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Val d'Or, Quebec, Favorite: -810) vs. Nate Dawes (5-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Lincoln, Nebraska, Underdog: +640) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Franklin Mencken, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Dawes looks significantly bigger than Reid as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Dawes aggressively gets to a dominant position. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Dawes is trying to muscle Reid up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Dawes does it, Reid is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Unable to get free, Reid is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Dawes shows great control, keeping Reid pressed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:23) About a minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Reid can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Dawes with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Dawes looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Reid simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Reid lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:54) A jab hits home from Reid and then he hits Dawes with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Dawes wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Reid lands a left hand and then catches Dawes with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Reid lands a left hand and then hits Dawes with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:06) Dawes sets up a nice takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 01:06) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Dawes unloads with some right hands, but Reid deals with them comfortably. (Rd 1 - 00:48) Reid takes the opportunity and manages to pull half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Dawes unloads with some right hands, but Reid deals with them comfortably. (Rd 1 - 00:14) Reid shrimps out of half guard all the way back to full guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Dawes, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Dawes to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:49) A jab is wide from Reid, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Dawes appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Reid took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Reid lands a left jab, but Dawes avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Dawes shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:16) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Dawes looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Dawes almost gets side control, but Reid was ready and a scramble for position ensues. (Rd 2 - 03:58) The scramble sees Dawes up first, and he is quick to wrestle Reid up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:42) Unable to break free, Reid is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:42) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 2 - 02:51) Unable to break free, Reid is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:51) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 2 - 01:55) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Reid lands a left hand and then hits Dawes with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Dawes looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Reid simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Reid can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:14) Reid chooses to shoot in on Dawes. (Rd 2 - 01:14) A big double leg takedown is completed, Reid was far too fast and powerful for Dawes to resist! (Rd 2 - 01:14) Dawes winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Reid pressing onto him. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Reid begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Dawes gets turned onto his back, and is mounted! (Rd 2 - 00:44) Reid attempts an armbar. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Reid gets the armbar fully applied and Dawes has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 00:28) 'The Amazing' JJ Reid takes the win by submission! Official Result: 'The Amazing' JJ Reid defeats Nate Dawes (Submission (Armbar) in 4:32 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: JJ Reid thanks everyone connected to Montreal Fight Sciences for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. JJ Reid says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Heiji "The Immortal" Endo (16-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Jackson Goode (6-0, 1-0 CTC, From: El Paso, Texas, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Franklin Mencken. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:47) Endo throws three punches, but Goode defended successfully against them all. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Goode comes in and grabs Endo in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Using his wrestling skills, Goode is trying to push Endo up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Endo out-wrestles him though. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Endo is looking to muscle Goode back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:13) He does so and now has Goode pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Endo smothers Goode against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Endo tries to use some dirty boxing, but Goode uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Endo catches Goode with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Endo tries to throw an elbow, but Goode uses wrestling to prevent him from launching the strike. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Endo tries to foot stomp Goode, but he puts himself off balance and gets turned around against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Goode tries to take Endo down. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Goode can't get Endo down to the ground. (Rd 1 - 02:13) Goode tries to take Endo down. (Rd 1 - 02:13) Endo cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Endo is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Goode off of him. (Rd 1 - 01:30) Goode throws some minor strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Endo tries to throw some elbows from the bottom, but Goode smothers him. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Goode keeps Endo guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Goode keeps very tight to Endo, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Securing an arm, Endo then brings his legs up and tries to lock Goode in a triangle choke. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Goode pulls his arm free before the triangle can be locked in. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Goode just about edged it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Endo, the heavy favourite, would not have expected the first round to go like that; he looks a little dazed. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) Endo connects with two left jabs, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Endo moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Goode looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Endo simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:27) A jab hits home from Endo and then he hits Goode with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:05) There's a takedown attempt from Endo, showing great power and speed. (Rd 2 - 04:05) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:59) In half guard, Endo begins working to get side control. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Endo gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Everything Goode is doing off his back is about slowing down and frustrating Endo, which is probably the best he can hope for. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Endo looks to get a mount. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Goode tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back. (Rd 2 - 02:37) Endo gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position. (Rd 2 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:23) Endo, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 2 - 02:23) Goode gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap! (Rd 2 - 01:51) Heiji 'The Immortal' Endo takes the win by submission! Official Result: Heiji 'The Immortal' Endo defeats Jackson Goode (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:09 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Heiji Endo gives a name-check to everyone at Dragon's Lair Gym, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Asked who he wants next, he says that he demands a fight with Braulio Moura. There's no doubt that Heiji Endo benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. MAIN EVENT CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Anarchist" Matthew Dean (38-5, 0-0 CTC, From: San Jose, California, Favorite: -1200) vs. Chesney Brightman (6-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Lincoln, Nebraska, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Franklin Mencken. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Dean moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Brightman into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Dean bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Dean moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Brightman throws a one-two, but Dean was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 03:48) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Brightman lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Brightman lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Dean lands two of three quick punches but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Dean throws a two-punch combo but Brightman avoids both. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Dean forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Brightman misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:03) A jab hits home from Dean and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 01:46) Brightman throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Dean comes forward. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Brightman hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Dean can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Dean lands a left hand and then lands a vicious right cross! (Rd 1 - 01:11) Brightman goes down hard, he's out! (Rd 1 - 01:04) The winner, by knock out, is 'The Anarchist' Matthew Dean! Official Result: 'The Anarchist' Matthew Dean defeats Chesney Brightman (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:56 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Matthew Dean praises his team at Halvorsen's, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. Attendance: 248 Gate Reciepts: $19,642 Sponsorship: $24,961 Ad Revenue: $417,113 Merchandise: $3,948 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $293,884) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Matthew Dean $102,480 Chesney Brightman $11,722 FotN: Both: $10,000 Heiji Endo $46,650 Jackson Goode $1,968 SotN: Endo: $5,000 JJ Reid $15,300 Nate Dawes $1,968 Esteban Vega $2,788 Davis Spyrou $4,305 Heath Kaladaris $7,614 Thomas Smith $4,305 KotN: Kaladaris: $5,000 Zaco $15,640 Wesley Sneep $1,968 Adam White $12,310 Leandro Bastos $1,722 Perf: White: $5,000 Stuart Strange $6,102 Wederson de Oliveira $1,722 Leonardo da Costa $5,780 Glenn Pimm $2,830 Jaromir Grygera $3,910 Ukyo Narita $2,706 Mario de Souza $5,100 Jason Pilgrim $1,332 Ginger Beaumont $9,150 Tore Herlovsen $6,435 Perf: Both: $5,000 Marinho Gomes $2,100 Jemaine McKenzie $1,435 Atsutane Akera $3,300 Osi Lewis $1,537 Kadonomaro Deguchi $4,050 Saemon Endo $1,742 Ollie Castle $2,460 Casim Yenkini $1,435 Drug Testing: $18,016 Production: $20,950 Profit: $132,814 Critical Rating: 67% Commercial Rating: 65% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +3.5% 86.0% (High Level Regional) USA +3.2% 88.5% (High Level Regional) UK +2.8% 83.6% (High Level Regional) Europe +2.0% 56.0% (Mid Level Regional) Australia +2.0% 64.5% (Mid Level Regional) Japan +3.2% 76.5% (High Level Regional) Asia +2.0% 61.7% (Mid Level Regional) Russia +1.2% 51.7% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +2.0% 61.0% (Mid Level Regional) South America +2.8% 80.8% (High Level Regional) Central America +1.2% 60.0% (Mid Level Regional) Africa +1.3% 40.1% (Mid Level Regional) News - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 41, and all fighters tested clean. - Jaromir Grygera has announced that he is going to retire, and his next fight will definately be his last. - Glenn Pimm announced his retirement following his loss to Leonardo da Costa. He retires with a professional record of 36-14, including a promotional record of 1-1 with CTC, including a first round TKO victory over Henry Farrell in the Middleweight Championship First Round at Canadian Tournament Combat 16, then a first round submission loss to Leonardo da Costa in the Middleweight championship Second Round at Canadian Tournament Combat 43. - Esteban Vega suffered broken fingers during his victory over Davis Spyrou. He will miss two weeks of training, but it shouldn't affect his ability to continue in the tournament. - The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Chesney Brightman, Jackson Goode, Nate Dawes, Davis Spyrou, Thomas Smith, Wesley Sneep, Leandro Bastos, Wederson de Oliveira, Ukyo Narita, Tore Herlovsen, Jemaine McKenzie, Osi Lewis, Saemon Endo, and Casim Yenkini. - The services of Jason Pilgrim have been retained as per Canadian fighter rules. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows KDM FC 21: Ryan vs. Yoo (Friday, Week 4, July 2002) Title Result: None Fight of the Night: Yue Wan Chang vs. Maricel Liu KO of the Night: Richard Richard (vs. Kong Chien) Submission of the Night: Yue Wan Chang (vs. Maricel Liu) Performance Bonus: Yue Wan Chang vs. Maricel Liu Performance Bonus: Noel Lee vs. Sun Park Predictions None

Friday, Week 4, July 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Anarchist" Matthew Dean (38-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #1, Favorite: -1200) vs. Chesney Brightman (6-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #129, Underdog: +950) Matthew Dean is one of the most successful MMA fighters of all time, and has dominated the ultra-competitive GAMMA Middleweight division for many years as champion, turning aside great challengers like Neil Napier and Buddy Garner along the way. His success has always been built around his excellent wrestling and suffocating top control, but over the years he has added some crisp boxing and underrated BJJ into the mix too. Undefeated since GAMMA 1 in 1994, he looks unstoppable at times. He has made nine successful defenses of the GAMMA Middleweight title, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Osmosis Benn at GAMMA 49. Chesney Brightman can be found in the dictionary next to "Bog Standard MMA wrestler". He can wrestle at a decent level, but he's not going to be outstriking or tapping anyone of note. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Bixente Fontaine in the first round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Heiji "The Immortal" Endo (16-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #9, Favorite: -1200) vs. Jackson Goode (6-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #137, Underdog: +950) Heiji Endo has become a huge star in Japan because of his legendary warrior spirit and abilty to withstand punishment. Despite being involved in some brutal wars (most notably a brutal bout against Mal Phe Roby) and having been subjected to some savage assaults, it wasn't until he faced the legendary Carlos da Gaia in April 2000 that someone was able to stop him within the time limit. He has since regrouped after that loss and has been busy trying to get back in contention for another title shot. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Fjodor Kanchelskis in ALPHA-1. Jackson Goode is a Greco-Roman wrestler who whole gamplan revolves around getting up close and shutting down his opponents with tight grappling. His lack of striking weapons is a potental issue in the long-term, and will certainly need to be addressed before he moves out to fighting outside the American regional scene, but he's a good prospect for now. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Carson Neuwirth in the first round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Amazing" JJ Reid (26-7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #24, Favorite: -810) vs. Nate Dawes (5-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #105, Underdog: +640) JJ Reid is a veteran French-Canadian fighter, who is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is widely regarded to be one of the most dangerous submission artists at 185 lbs. His striking game is effective rather than dangerous, quick and elusive, he tends to rack up points with his darting hit and run tactics while not taking much damage himself. In recent years he has lost more frequently and it appears that his skills may be on the wane. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Tora Mizwar in GAMMA. Nate Dawes is a powerful and explosive wrestler who learned his trade at college level and was considered one of the best grapplers in the US at one point. Now fighting in MMA, his raw athleticism is hard to counter, as is the fact that he backs up his wrestling ability with huge power in his fists. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Susumu Katoh in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Spartan" Davis Spyrou (21-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #57, Underdog: +100) vs. "The Flying V" Esteban Vega (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #185, Favorite: -120) Davis Spyrou is a dangerous striker, and a difficult opponent to fight against due to his excellent movement and precision kicks, as well as his great cardio that allows him to be attacking even after long hard fought battles. A two-time BCF Middleweight champion, he has either been a champion or challenger for the vast majority of BCF's lifespan, although he recently has gone 1-3 and his career has hit the skids somewhat. He turned things around with a second round knock out victory over Pierce Jeeler in the first round of the tournament. Esteban Vega is an extremely promising young talent from Mexico, who looks to have all the tools to be a major contender. His boxing is excellent, and he has a strong wrestling background, and he has developed great defence while on his back. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Luka Hajek in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Soldier of Fortune" Thomas Smith (16-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #49, Favorite: -170) vs. "The Total Package" Heath Kaladaris (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #80, Underdog: +130) Thomas Smith is a decent Middleweight, whose brand of wrestling mixed with submissions is a potent combination which is only aided by his mental strength and great conditioning. He has been with GAMMA for many years, and even competed for the Middleweight title back in 1997 but in recent years his form has been pretty poor and he has fallen down the pecking order significantly. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Katsunosuki Nakata in the first round of the tournament. Heath Kaladaris is an Australian of Greek descent, who looks set to be a big player in MMA. Originally a kick boxer, he has cross-trained in a variety of martial arts in order to provide himself with a decent ground game too. After impressing on the local circuit, BCF hired him to their Middleweight division in 2000. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Keitaro Makino in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Zaco (47-15, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #16, Favorite: -820) vs. "The King of Memphis" Wesley Sneep (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #113, Underdog: +650) Zaco is a true MMA veteran, who is a familiar face to all fans of the sport. A rugged wrestler, his stock in trade is to get close and wear down his opponents with grappling and dirty boxing. A good Middleweight, his career has been defined by the fact that he almost always wins against everyone other than the elite, but never seems to be able to get that elusive big win. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Tadao Miyazaki in ALPHA-1. Wesley Sneep is a wrestler who loves to grind out victories from top position. He has good takedowns to help him get it there, and also has decent boxing at his disposal too. Continually improving, Sneep is one for the future. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Liam Spurling in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Adam "Blitz" White (12-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #8, Favorite: -1170) vs. Leandro Bastos (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #121, Underdog: +930) Adam White is a potential star in the making, who combines excellent freestyle wrestling with unorthodox striking to make him a very dangerous fighter who is difficult for opponents to figure out. His powerful double leg takedown and nasty ground and pound are a particularly potent finishing combination for him. Originally nicknamed "Hollywood", he dropped that moniker when he joined GAMMA to avoid confusion with Ricky Heath, he now goes by "Blitz", a reference to his deadly ground strikes. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Stuart Strange in GAMMA. Leandro Bastos is a versatile fighter, who is competent at both boxing and grappling, and even has some Jiu-Jitsu in his arsenal if things get rough. He's probably never going to be a major player, but he has the skills to make life difficult for a lot of other fighters. He is coming off a third round submission victory over Thiago Azevedo in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Superstar" Stuart Strange (18-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #40, Favorite: -900) vs. Wederson de Oliveira (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #168, Underdog: +710) Stuart Strange is a former college wrestling stand-out who is one of the best Mixed Martial Artists at controlling opponents and nullifying any threat they pose. It's not a pretty style, but it is very, very effective, and has helped guide the "Superstar" to the upper reaches of the Middleweight rankings. He is a regular with GAMMA, although he has a surprisingly patchy win-loss record given his talents. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Adam White in GAMMA. Wederson de Oliveira is a BJJ fighter from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Good off his back, and extremely dangerous when it comes to slapping on armbars at a moments notice, his only problem is that his striking is mediocre at best and so opponents know exactly what to expect from him. He is coming off a fourth round submission victory over Ethan Sutton in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Leonardo da Costa (16-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #32, Favorite: -740) vs. "No Surrender" Glenn Pimm (36-13, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #97, Underdog: +590) Leonardo da Costa is a black belt and respected teacher in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, whose ground game makes him a very dangerous Middleweight as he can slap on a submission hold at a moment's notice. Unfortunately for his career, he has consistently shown a ridiculous inability to stick to a gameplan, often getting sucked into wild brawls that play directly to his weaknesses rather than his strengths. He started fighting for FLB in 1998 and was with them all the way through their demise in 2001, going 4-0 in that time. He then joined GAMMA. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Dexter Darling in GAMMA. Glenn Pimm is a rugged veteran, who has over 40 fights on small shows across the country to his name and has used his wrestling ability to win well over thirty competitive fights. A great test for any young fighter, a win over Pimm is always impressive. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Henry Farrell in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Jaromir Grygera (21-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #17, Favorite: -1150) vs. "The Japanese Cowboy" Ukyo Narita (20-10, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #145, Underdog +910) Jaromir Grygera is a veteran of the sport, who is a rugged wrestler who possesses a potent ground and pound game and is known as being one of the hardest Middleweights in the world to finish. He is a former two-time SIGMA Middleweight champion and was the first man ever to hold the title. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Oleg Tariverdiev that lost him the SIGMA Middleweight title. Ukyo Narita is a tough fighter with a lot of heart, who is noted for his great chin and willingness to stand and bang. Unfortunately, gaping holes in his grappling and ground games leave him wide open to attacks in those areas and mean that tactically astute fighters have a big advantage over him. He is coming off a 42 second TKO victory over Akihiro Jippensha in the first round of the tournament. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Mario de Souza (24-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #25, Favorite: -960) vs. "Progression" Jason Pilgrim (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #153, Underdog: +760) Mario de Souza is one of the most solid fighters in Mixed Martial Arts, a Brazilian veteran who is primarily a ground competitor, where his BJJ skills make him very dangerous, but also has the ability to stand and strike. He has been most closely affiliated with FLB, where he was an ever-present on their roster from their very first show right through to their last. Now in his mid-30's, de Souza best years may be behind him. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Zaco in FLB. Jason Pilgrim is a fairly standard wrestler from Canada. Unsteady in his stand-up, he much prefers getting in close and wearing his opponent down from the clinch. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Alceu de Castro in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Ginger Beaumont (10-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #56, Favorite: -910) vs. "The Ice Man" Tore Herlovsen (8-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #73, Underdog: +720) Ginger Beaumont is a hard-hitter from Glasgow, who is a big fan of using ground and pound tactics to destroy opponents, using his power and speedy double leg takedowns to get the opponent in position. He could do with working on his striking technique, but his raw power makes him hard to stand with even if he is a bit sloppy. A regular with BCF, he is one of the fastest rising stars in the Middleweight division and has become a real fan favorite, particularly in Scotland. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Ed Burridge in the first round of the tournament. Tore Herlovsen is a student of Thai boxing, and is a quality striker from Norway. More than a handful when it comes to a stand-up battle, his one-dimensional nature is unfortunately his biggest weakness, as anybody who can find a way to avoid trading punches with him has him at a huge disadvantage. He is a regular with SIGMA, where he has traditionally beaten anyone ranked lower than him while always losing to anyone ranked higher. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Drew Jenks in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Marinho Gomes (9-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #41, Favorite: -330) vs. "The Auckland Express" Jemaine McKenzie (10-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #169, Underdog: +260) Marinho Gomes is a good striker from Brazil, who is known for how quick he moves around the ring and also for his large arsenal of crazy kicks. He is not particularly good at grappling or being on his back, and those twin issues will probably keep him from ever being a major player. He fought for the vacant FLB Middleweight title in October 1999, losing to Joaquim Fontes, and that remains his career peak to date. Since FLB's collapse, Gomes has been working for ALPHA-1. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Kadonomaro Deguchi in ALPHA-1. Jemaine McKenzie is a decent boxer from New Zealand, who has shown promise during his early career but really needs to improve his all-around game if he is to be truly successful. He is generally found fighting around the European regional circuit. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Robin Catskill in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Surgeon" Atsutane Akera (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Favorite: -880) vs. Osi Lewis (6-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #81, Underdog: +700) Atsutane Akera is one of Japan's brightest young talents, a Jiu-Jitsu submission specialist who is known for his ability to take people apart with remarkable precision. He debuted for ALPHA-1 in early 2000, and other than a blip when he was controversially beaten by Jakuchu Abe by Split Decision, has fitted in well. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Ademir Coelho in ALPHA-1. Osi Lewis is a rising star at 185 lbs, a dynamic kick boxer who is known for his great movement and lightning fast strikes. Having impressed on the British local circuit, Lewis was brought in by SIGMA to help try and revive their moribund Middleweight division. Unfortunately, his debut saw him take his first ever pro defeat as he got outworked by Tore Herlovsen. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Eric Dartmouth in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Kadonomaro Deguchi (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #33, Favorite: -1130) vs. Saemon Endo (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #96, Underdog: +900) Kadonomaro Deguchi is widely considered to be one of Japan's most promising young talents, and was one of the most decorated amateur wrestlers that the country has ever seen, and it's the skills he learned there that make him such a potential star. A takedown artist with phenomenal scrambling skills and top control, once he has an opponent grounded they find it very hard to get back up. ALPHA-1 snapped him up in December 1999. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Marinho Gomes in ALPHA-1. Saemon Endo is a tall Muay Thai fighter from Japan, who has no issues standing and banging it out with opponents, but his lack of grappling or ground skills is a major weakness when you're meant to be a mixed martial artist. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Marcelo Oberto in the first round of the tournament. CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Super Eagle" Casim Yenkini (13-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Favorite: -140) vs. "Dynamite" Ollie Castle (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Underdog: +110) Casim Yenkini is Nigerian, a gifted athlete who is making a name for himself in MMA via his wrestling ability and general toughness. He probably lacks the skills to ever be a major player, but he's certainly a solid competitor. He has been working for SIGMA almost since the company began, but his frustrating inconsistency has stopped him rising too far up the rankings. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Nick Detroit in the first round of the tournament. Ollie Castle is a youngster from London, England, who is looking to make an impact on MMA. Having training in boxing since a young age, he has fast hands and great technique, as well as the raw power that has earned him the nickname "Dynamite". He debuted for BCF in April 2001 and made an instant splash, knocking Wayne McKellen out cold with a single vicious uppercut. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Todd D'Abruzzo in the first round of the tournament. Weigh-In Results Matthew Dean (185 lbs) vs. Chesney Brightman (185 lbs) Heiji Endo (185 lbs) vs. Jackson Goode (185 lbs) JJ Reid (185 lbs) vs. Nate Dawes (185 lbs) Davis Spyrou (185 lbs) vs. Esteban Vega (185 lbs) Thomas Smith (185 lbs) vs. Heath Kaladaris (185 lbs) Zaco (185 lbs) vs. Wesley Sneep (185 lbs) Adam White (185 lbs) vs. Leandro Bastos (185 lbs) Stuart Strange (185 lbs) vs. Wederson de Oliveira (185 lbs) Leonardo da Costa (185 lbs) vs. Glenn Pimm (185 lbs) Jaromir Grygera (185 lbs) vs. Ukyo Narita (185 lbs) Mario de Souza (185 lbs) vs. Jason Pilgrim (185 lbs) Ginger Beaumont (185 lbs) vs. Tore Herlovsen (185 lbs) Marinho Gomes (185 lbs) vs. Jemaine McKenzie (185 lbs) Atsutane Akera (185 lbs) vs. Osi Lewis (185 lbs) Kadonomaro Deguchi (185 lbs) vs. Saemon Endo (185 lbs) Casim Yenkini (185 lbs) vs. Ollie Castle (185 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 43 Full Fight Card MW: Matthew Dean vs. Chesney Brightman MW: Heiji Endo vs. Jackson Goode MW: JJ Reid vs. Nate Dawes MW: Davis Spyrou vs. Esteban Vega MW: Thomas Smith vs. Heath Kaladaris MW: Zaco vs. Wesley Sneep MW: Adam White vs. Leandro Bastos MW: Stuart Strange vs. Wederson de Oliveira MW: Leonardo da Costa vs. Glenn Pimm MW: Jaromir Grygera vs. Ukyo Narita MW: Mario de Souza vs. Jason Pilgrim MW: Ginger Beaumont vs. Tore Herlovsen MW: Marinho Gomes vs. Jemaine McKenzie MW: Atsutane Akera vs. Osi Lewis MW: Kadonomaro Deguchi vs. Saemon Endo MW: Casim Yenkini vs. Ollie Castle

Saturday, Week 3, July 2002 Live From Saskatoon, Saskatchewan PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Lucas (26-9-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Favorite: -1200) vs. Thomaz de Miranda (11-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:48) de Miranda moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:48) A jab hits home from de Miranda and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 04:33) de Miranda connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:17) de Miranda hits a left jab and then hits a body kick. (Rd 1 - 03:56) de Miranda lands a left jab, but Lucas evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 03:37) de Miranda looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:37) A tentative jab from Lucas lands. (Rd 1 - 03:37) A jab lands from de Miranda, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:11) de Miranda looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Lucas lands a weak, tentative jab. (Rd 1 - 03:11) de Miranda hits a left jab and then hits Lucas with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Lucas scores with two weak, flicked left hand jabs. (Rd 1 - 02:54) de Miranda doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 02:33) de Miranda lands a jab and then lands a sick right head kick! (Rd 1 - 02:33) It's a knock out! Lucas is down and out! (Rd 1 - 02:20) The winner, by knock out; Thomaz de Miranda! Official Result: Thomaz de Miranda defeats Lucas (Knock Out (Kick) in 2:40 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Thomaz de Miranda thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Celebrating the win, Thomaz de Miranda brags about laying his opponent out and warns that he can knock anyone in the world out. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Ruy Mendes da Rocha (12-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Favorite: -630) vs. Buzzy Tuttle (10-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Brighton, England, Underdog: +500) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Tuttle stalks forward, pressuring da Rocha. (Rd 1 - 04:45) da Rocha fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:45) A jab lands from Tuttle but misses when he attempts to go to the body after. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Tuttle comes forward, walking down da Rocha. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Tuttle is now in the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:21) A jab hits home from Tuttle and then he scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:58) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:58) da Rocha finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Tuttle uses a left jab and also hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Blood is visible, it appears that Tuttle has suffered a large gash above his eye. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Tuttle comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Tuttle connects with a jab, but da Rocha catches the roundhouse body kick that comes next! (Rd 1 - 03:20) Tuttle hops on one foot, trying to balance. da Rocha tries for a takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 03:20) He has the takedown! Tuttle pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 03:10) da Rocha begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. (Rd 1 - 03:10) He passes to half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:11) da Rocha keeps Tuttle guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:52) da Rocha throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 01:27) da Rocha is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 1 - 01:27) He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:43) da Rocha tries to pound on Tuttle, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 1 - 00:23) da Rocha fires off some rights, but Tuttle isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 00:03) da Rocha pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Tuttle just about edged it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and da Rocha looks a little shell-shocked too. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Tuttle. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:46) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Moving forward constantly, Tuttle is pressuring da Rocha. (Rd 2 - 04:15) da Rocha hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 2 - 04:15) A jab lands from Tuttle but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:50) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:36) da Rocha uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Tuttle finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Tuttle forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:16) da Rocha throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Tuttle can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:52) Tuttle comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:52) da Rocha tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 2 - 02:52) Two left hands land from Tuttle, but da Rocha avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:29) da Rocha misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Tuttle attacks with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Tuttle comes forward, walking down da Rocha. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Tuttle steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Tuttle can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Tuttle comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:56) da Rocha hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Tuttle throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Tuttle steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Tuttle moves into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Tuttle lands two left hands, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Tuttle moves forward, constantly trying to pressure da Rocha into exchanging strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:09) da Rocha lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Tuttle throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but da Rocha avoids them all. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:54) Tuttle comes forward, walking down da Rocha. (Rd 2 - 00:54) da Rocha throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 00:54) A jab hits home from Tuttle and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Tuttle is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:30) da Rocha hits a left cross. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Tuttle lands a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:15) da Rocha clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 00:15) Tuttle fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Tuttle, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Tuttle ahead 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:49) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:49) Tuttle dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a solid right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:31) da Rocha lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Tuttle hits a couple of jabs and also hits a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:07) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:07) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter gets caught. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Tuttle can't hit a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:07) da Rocha misses with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Tuttle misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 3 - 03:29) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:29) Tuttle lands a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 03:29) da Rocha finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 3 - 03:29) A strike has re-opened the gash above the eye of Tuttle. (Rd 3 - 03:09) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 3 - 02:33) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:33) Tuttle hits a kick to the lead leg. da Rocha scores with a left hook. (Rd 3 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:13) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 3 - 01:44) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 01:44) da Rocha misses with a big right hand, allowing Tuttle to counter with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a leg kick that narrowly misses the target. (Rd 3 - 01:26) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 01:26) da Rocha misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Tuttle to attack with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:03) Tuttle fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick. (Rd 3 - 00:58) da Rocha seizes the chance and grabs Tuttle into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Tuttle gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as da Rocha uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 3 - 00:32) da Rocha tries to wrestle Tuttle backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:32) da Rocha does it, Tuttle is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:15) Tuttle, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that da Rocha is exerting. (Rd 3 - 00:15) The remainder of the round passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Tuttle, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) da Rocha needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Bleeding, Tuttle is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:46) Tuttle fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Tuttle was too aggressive and his last kick gets caught! (Rd 4 - 04:36) da Rocha tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:36) Tuttle gets taken down and has to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 04:36) That's his second successful takedown from two attempts. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Tuttle is controlled against the ground, unable to shift da Rocha off of him. (Rd 4 - 04:04) da Rocha attempts to pass guard. (Rd 4 - 04:04) He passes to half guard. (Rd 4 - 04:04) He may have been passed, but Tuttle is making da Rocha work very hard on the ground for position. (Rd 4 - 03:24) da Rocha unloads with rights, but does fairly minimal damage. (Rd 4 - 03:06) da Rocha keeps Tuttle guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 4 - 02:38) In half guard, da Rocha begins working to get side control. (Rd 4 - 02:38) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 4 - 01:46) da Rocha tries to lock Tuttle into a kimura. (Rd 4 - 01:46) Tuttle doesn't allow the kimura to be applied. (Rd 4 - 01:20) da Rocha attempts an arm triangle. (Rd 4 - 01:20) Tuttle defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 4 - 00:49) da Rocha fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 4 - 00:29) da Rocha unloads with big rights, but Tuttle covers up well. (Rd 4 - 00:10) da Rocha pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to da Rocha. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, da Rocha is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:55) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:55) Tuttle misses with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:55) da Rocha hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 04:32) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 04:32) da Rocha hits a left cross. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Tuttle hits a jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 5 - 04:19) Breathing very hard, Tuttle is looking ragged. (Rd 5 - 04:19) da Rocha is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Tuttle confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 5 - 04:09) da Rocha may have been aiming to get in close, but Tuttle aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Tuttle throws a punch but da Rocha was equal to it. (Rd 5 - 03:59) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:59) da Rocha hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. Tuttle is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:36) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:36) da Rocha misses a right hook and gets countered with a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 5 - 03:18) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 03:18) da Rocha finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. Tuttle connects with a left hand. (Rd 5 - 02:57) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 02:57) da Rocha hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 02:57) Tuttle finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 5 - 02:48) da Rocha looks very tired out there. (Rd 5 - 02:40) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 02:40) Tuttle misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing da Rocha to attack with a good right hook. (Rd 5 - 02:26) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 5 - 02:26) da Rocha is trying to push Tuttle so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:26) He does so and now has Tuttle pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:07) Tuttle takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 5 - 01:59) da Rocha attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Tuttle on the ground. (Rd 5 - 01:59) A great inside leg trip sees Tuttle get thrown to the mat and da Rocha is left in guard. (Rd 5 - 01:47) da Rocha attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Advancing his position, he passes to half guard. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Tuttle made it as hard as possible and is really concentrating on trying to slow da Rocha down. (Rd 5 - 01:08) da Rocha fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 5 - 00:40) da Rocha tries to pass the half guard. (Rd 5 - 00:40) da Rocha gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 5 - 00:40) Tuttle is really working hard on the ground to slow down da Rocha, he really had to work hard to get to side control. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to da Rocha, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse scores the contest as 48-47 to da Rocha. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde has scored it 48-47 Tuttle. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm: 48-47 da Rocha. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by split decision, is Ruy Mendes da Rocha! Official Result: Ruy Mendes da Rocha defeats Buzzy Tuttle (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Ruy Mendes da Rocha thanks everyone connected to Brazilian Estrela Academy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Showing respect, Ruy Mendes da Rocha praises Tuttle for his skill and toughness. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Chikafusa Abukara (21-10, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +220) vs. Piotr Dabrowski (20-8, 1-0 CTC, From: Warsaw, Poland, Favorite: -280) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:50) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Dabrowski moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Abukara into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Dabrowski moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Dabrowski hits a left jab and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Dabrowski comes forward. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Abukara hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Dabrowski lands a left hand and then he catches Abukara with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Dabrowski steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Abukara hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Dabrowski lands a left hand and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:06) There's a takedown attempt from Abukara. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Abukara couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Dabrowski hops in place on the other. (Rd 1 - 03:06) With Dabrowski not going down, Abukara settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:51) With Dabrowski stuck against the cage, Abukara tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 1 - 02:51) The takedown is successful, Dabrowski goes down. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Dabrowski winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Abukara pressing onto him. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Abukara begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Dabrowski doesn't let Abukara get the mount. (Rd 1 - 01:40) Dabrowski, trapped against the cage, pummels Abukara on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Abukara begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Abukara isn't able to mount Dabrowski this time around. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Dabrowski hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Abukara tries to put Dabrowski into a guillotine choke. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Dabrowski doesn't allow the guillotine to be applied. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was an exciting round, hopefully the fighters will continue with that pace in the next. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Abukara took that round, 10-9 on my score card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:54) Dabrowski closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Dabrowski can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Abukara with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:29) There's a takedown attempt from Abukara. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Abukara couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Dabrowski hops in place on the other. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Abukara drives Dabrowski up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Abukara drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 2 - 04:09) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Abukara throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Abukara fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Dabrowski tries to pull guard on Abukara but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 03:07) In side control, Abukara throws a couple of punches designed to keep Dabrowski guessing. (Rd 2 - 02:43) Abukara blocks Dabrowski as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Abukara fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 01:58) Dabrowski tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 01:38) Abukara tries to lock Dabrowski into an arm triangle. (Rd 2 - 01:38) Dabrowski blocks it. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Dabrowski tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Abukara punches down at Dabrowski, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Dabrowski tries to pull guard on Abukara but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:17) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 2 - 00:08) Abukara shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:08) Dabrowski cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 00:08) That's his third successful takedown from five attempts. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Abukara took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Abukara. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:54) Dabrowski comes forward. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Dabrowski steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way. (Rd 3 - 04:54) A successful feint leaves Abukara vulnerable. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Dabrowski can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Dabrowski comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Abukara manages a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Dabrowski can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Abukara with a crunching right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Dabrowski comes forward to attack. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Abukara manages a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Dabrowski lands a jab and then he hits Abukara with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:49) Dabrowski can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Dabrowski attacks with strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Abukara misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Dabrowski fools Abukara with a feint. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Dabrowski hits a left jab and then he catches Abukara with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Dabrowski steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 3 - 03:10) A jab lands from Dabrowski, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 02:51) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 3 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:28) Dabrowski is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 02:23) Dabrowski comes forward on the attack. (Rd 3 - 02:23) Abukara lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 02:23) Dabrowski can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 02:01) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 3 - 01:38) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Dabrowski stalks forward, pressuring Abukara. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Dabrowski moves into the pocket. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Dabrowski fools Abukara with a feint. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Dabrowski can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Abukara with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:48) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 3 - 00:24) Abukara shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 00:24) Dabrowski partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Abukara has a hold of the other. (Rd 3 - 00:24) Abukara uses the position to drive Dabrowski up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:12) With the cage trapping Dabrowski, Abukara looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 3 - 00:12) The takedown is completed, Dabrowski is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 00:01) Abukara lies on top of Dabrowski, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Dabrowski. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Abukara ahead 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:50) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 4 - 04:33) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 4 - 04:12) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 4 - 03:46) Abukara looked like he was going to shoot, but Dabrowski simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 03:46) A jab hits home from Dabrowski and then he catches Abukara with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:46) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Abukara. (Rd 4 - 03:20) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 4 - 02:52) Dabrowski moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 4 - 02:52) A jab lands from Dabrowski, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:33) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 4 - 01:56) Dabrowski attacks with strikes. (Rd 4 - 01:56) Abukara tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 4 - 01:56) Dabrowski can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 01:47) Dabrowski rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward. (Rd 4 - 01:41) Dabrowski comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 4 - 01:41) Abukara tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 4 - 01:41) Dabrowski can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:26) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 4 - 01:12) Dabrowski, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away. (Rd 4 - 01:12) Abukara tries to take Dabrowski down. (Rd 4 - 01:12) Abukara can't get the takedown as Dabrowski wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 4 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Dabrowski tries to take Abukara down. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Abukara cannot stop the takedown and has to pull half guard. (Rd 4 - 00:37) Dabrowski pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 4 - 00:20) Abukara tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 00:05) Dabrowski pounds away, but Abukara isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Dabrowski. (Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Abukara. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:51) Dabrowski comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 5 - 04:51) Abukara lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 5 - 04:51) Dabrowski connects with a nice jab and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Dabrowski moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Abukara into exchanging strikes. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Abukara hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 5 - 04:29) A jab hits home from Dabrowski and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:19) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Dabrowski is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 5 - 04:07) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:07) Dabrowski hits a left cross. (Rd 5 - 04:07) Abukara nails a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:07) Abukara is bleeding under his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound. (Rd 5 - 04:01) Dabrowski is breathing very hard. (Rd 5 - 04:01) Taking a few gulps of breath, Abukara is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 5 - 03:52) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 5 - 03:18) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 5 - 03:06) Shoulders hunched, Dabrowski studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity. (Rd 5 - 02:54) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 5 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:23) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Abukara connects with a left hand. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Dabrowski lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 5 - 02:07) Dabrowski moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Abukara into exchanging strikes. (Rd 5 - 02:07) Abukara hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 5 - 02:07) A jab is wide from Dabrowski, but then he hits Abukara with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 01:46) Dabrowski steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 5 - 01:46) Abukara fires off a counter jab. (Rd 5 - 01:46) Dabrowski throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 5 - 01:34) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 01:34) Dabrowski misses a jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 01:34) Abukara finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 5 - 01:14) Moving forward constantly, Dabrowski is pressuring Abukara. (Rd 5 - 01:14) Abukara scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 5 - 01:14) Dabrowski can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Abukara with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 00:59) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Dabrowski initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Abukara hit two counter left hands. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Dabrowski throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 5 - 00:12) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Abukara. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 48-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Chikafusa Abukara the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Chikafusa Abukara defeats Piotr Dabrowski (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Fantastic. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Chikafusa Abukara praises his team at Dragon's Lair Gym, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Chikafusa Abukara says it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Piotr Dabrowski. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND VS. Eiji Masuko (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Kinki, Japan, Favorite: -630) vs. Louis De La Torre (10-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Guadalajara, Mexico, Underdog: +500) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:51) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:31) De La Torre throws a two-punch combo but Masuko avoids both. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Seizing the opportunity, Masuko clinches. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Masuko looks to set up a judo throw. (Rd 1 - 04:13) He sweeps the leg and turns his hip, tossing De La Torre to the mat with a beautiful hip throw! He gets side control! (Rd 1 - 04:02) Masuko tries to ensnare De La Torre in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 04:02) De La Torre gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 1 - 03:29) Eiji Masuko takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Eiji Masuko defeats Louis De La Torre (Submission (Kimura) in 1:31 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Eiji Masuko thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Chojiro Goto (11-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -430) vs. Gregorio Freyre (12-8, 1-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Underdog: +340) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Freyre looks significantly bigger than Goto as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Goto moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Freyre looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Goto simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Goto can't connect with a jab, but then catches Freyre with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Goto lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Freyre misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a high kick that misses. (Rd 1 - 03:22) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Goto misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:02) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Freyre misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Goto to attack with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 02:36) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Goto slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Goto connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:57) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter gets caught. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Goto is off-target with a jab and also can't make contact on a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Freyre tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Goto fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Seizing the opportunity, Freyre clinches. (Rd 1 - 01:19) With control of the clinch, Freyre tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Freyre doesn't get the takedown, Goto instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 1 - 00:54) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Goto is trying to muscle Freyre up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Goto can't manage it, Freyre fought it. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Goto is looking to get Freyre in a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Goto manages it and now controls Freyre by the back of the head. (Rd 1 - 00:22) From the clinch, Goto drives a knee to the stomach. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Freyre blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen, hopefully things will pick up in the next one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Goto, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Freyre misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Goto comes in with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Freyre may have been aiming to get in close, but Goto aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Goto lands a left jab, but misses when he attempts a big head kick to follow. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Taking a few gulps of breath, Freyre is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Goto moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Freyre appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Goto took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:58) A one-two from Goto fails to land. (Rd 2 - 03:32) Freyre had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:32) A jab is wide from Goto, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:12) Circling warily, Freyre is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 03:12) Goto lands a left jab, but misses with a right body kick. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Freyre misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Freyre misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Goto to attack with a jab and a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Goto is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Goto connects with a jab, but misses when he attempts a big head kick to follow. (Rd 2 - 01:38) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Freyre looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Goto is trying to force Freyre into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 2 - 01:23) He has it hooked, Freyre needs to find a way out quickly. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Goto scores with a knee to the chest, but it came from a bad angle and didn't have much power. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Freyre tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 2 - 00:13) Using the clinch, Goto drives a knee into the chest of Freyre, but didn't get much force behind it. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Freyre doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Not a lot happened in that round and the fans are getting a bit restless as a result. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Goto. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Goto up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:50) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:50) Goto hits a jab but misses a right hook. Freyre uses a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:30) A jab lands from Goto, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 04:12) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Goto misses with a head kick attempt. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Freyre doesn't connect with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 03:41) Goto closes in on Freyre, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:41) Goto connects with a jab, but Freyre avoids a big right. (Rd 3 - 03:20) Goto lands a left hand and then catches Freyre with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 03:02) Freyre looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Goto simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 03:02) Goto connects with a jab, but Freyre evades a big right punch. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Freyre wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Goto lands a left jab, but misses with a right body kick. (Rd 3 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:18) Goto throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 02:05) Freyre takes the chance and grabs Goto into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Freyre looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Freyre doesn't get the trip, Goto instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 3 - 01:39) Goto is trying to lock Freyre into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:39) Goto manages it and now controls Freyre by the back of the head. (Rd 3 - 01:19) From the clinch, Goto drives a huge knee to the stomach. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Freyre blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:35) From the clinch, Freyre takes a knee to the chest, but there wasn't much power behind it. (Rd 3 - 00:21) Goto misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Freyre looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Hopefully the next round will produce a little more in the way of action. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Goto. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Freyre needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Freyre definitely has a large bruise starting to develop on his body, that has got to hurt. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:51) Goto misses with a left jab but lands a left kick to the body. (Rd 4 - 04:51) Freyre doesn't connect with a left jab but connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Goto can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Breathing very hard, Goto is looking ragged. (Rd 4 - 04:04) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 04:04) Freyre misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 4 - 03:48) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 4 - 03:48) Goto tries to get Freyre into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:48) Goto achieves it, Freyre could not fight out of it. (Rd 4 - 03:32) From the clinch, Freyre takes a knee to the chest, but there wasn't much power behind it. (Rd 4 - 03:16) Goto misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:39) From the clinch, Goto hits Freyre with a knee to the ribs, but it lacked power. (Rd 4 - 02:24) Goto tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Freyre isn't able to get free of the clinch either. (Rd 4 - 01:52) Using the clinch, Goto hits a knee to the ribs, but couldn't generate a lot of power behind it. (Rd 4 - 01:38) Freyre finally escapes the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:33) Goto throws a two-punch combo but Freyre avoids both. (Rd 4 - 01:17) Freyre seizes the chance and grabs Goto into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:11) With control of the clinch, Freyre tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 4 - 01:11) It doesn't work, Goto defended against it well. (Rd 4 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 01:00) Freyre attempts a trip to put Goto on the ground. (Rd 4 - 01:00) The trip doesn't work, Goto blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Freyre looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Goto is trying to lock Freyre into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Goto achieves it, Freyre could not fight out of it. (Rd 4 - 00:28) From the clinch, Freyre takes a knee to the chest, but there wasn't much power behind it. (Rd 4 - 00:15) Goto looks very, very tired. (Rd 4 - 00:15) Goto misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Goto. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Freyre winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Freyre has developed a large, deep purple bruise on his side. That looks nasty, and will definitely be affecting his movement. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:52) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:52) Freyre misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Goto attacks with a left hand. (Rd 5 - 04:31) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:31) Freyre misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 5 - 04:03) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 5 - 03:42) Goto looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:42) It looked like we were about to see Freyre try and get some grappling started, but Goto was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 03:42) Goto connects with a jab, but Freyre dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 5 - 03:20) Goto throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 5 - 02:51) It looked like we were about to see Freyre try and get some grappling started, but Goto was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 02:51) Goto can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:22) Goto confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 5 - 02:22) Freyre may have been aiming to get in close, but Goto aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 02:22) Goto lands a left jab, but Freyre avoids a big right. (Rd 5 - 02:04) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 02:04) Freyre misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Goto comes in with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 5 - 01:45) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 5 - 01:35) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:35) Freyre tries to wriggle free, but Goto controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 5 - 01:15) Goto looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 5 - 01:15) Goto is looking to get Freyre in a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:15) Freyre can't fight it off and ends up caught. (Rd 5 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 5 - 00:55) From the clinch, Goto hits Freyre with a knee to the ribs, but it lacked power. (Rd 5 - 00:36) Freyre tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 5 - 00:12) From the clinch, Freyre takes a knee to the chest, but there wasn't much power behind it. (Rd 5 - 00:01) Freyre tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Goto took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Chojiro Goto! Official Result: Chojiro Goto defeats Gregorio Freyre (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor. Post-Fight: Chojiro Goto gives a name-check to everyone at Tiger Claw Academy, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks a fight against Slade Cregg would probably be a great contest. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Stian Agdestein (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Trondheim, Norway, Favorite: -880) vs. "Slow Hand" Bret Clement (9-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Christchurch, New Zealand, Underdog: +700) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Clement lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Clement lands three of four quick punches but misses when he attempts to go to the body after. (Rd 1 - 04:04) A tentative jab from Agdestein lands. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Clement lands a jab and then hits Agdestein with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Agdestein steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Clement can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Agdestein gets hold of Clement. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Agdestein starts trying to set-up up a suplex. (Rd 1 - 03:22) A suplex tosses Clement to the ground Agdestein has no problem getting side control. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Agdestein tries to ensnare Clement in an armbar. (Rd 1 - 03:09) An armbar is applied, Clement is trapped! (Rd 1 - 03:09) Shockingly, Agdestein loses it! Clement pops his arm free, and has somehow survived! (Rd 1 - 03:09) Clement fails to capitalise however, getting trapped back in side control almost immediately. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Clement tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Agdestein attempts to move to mount. (Rd 1 - 02:18) He is too good for Clement, and has mount. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Agdestein attempts to set up an armbar on Clement from the mount. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Clement not only defends the armbar, but also stacks up Agdestein and hits several punches before gaining side control. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Clement fires away with punches, but Agdestein doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Agdestein does well to transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Clement throws a few relatively weak right hands. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Agdestein pulls Clement in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, Clement keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Clement. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Agdestein, the heavy favourite, would not have expected the first round to go like that; he looks a little dazed. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:48) Agdestein, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Clement connects with a nice jab and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Clement lands a left jab, but Agdestein catches the low kick that it set up! (Rd 2 - 04:13) Seizing his chance, Agdestein attempts a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:13) The takedown is completed, Clement is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 04:05) Agdestein tries to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 04:05) Clement can't fend off the effort, and can only stop Agdestein at half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Agdestein starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Clement can do nothing about the pass, and gets mounted. (Rd 2 - 03:00) Agdestein tries to ensnare Clement in an armbar. (Rd 2 - 03:00) Agdestein gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Clement has to tap! (Rd 2 - 02:26) The winner, by submission; Stian Agdestein! Official Result: Stian Agdestein defeats 'Slow Hand' Bret Clement (Submission (Armbar) in 2:34 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Stian Agdestein thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Callum Henson is the next fighter that he will defeat. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Baby-Faced Assassin" Steven Griffin (18-8, 1-0 CTC, From: Brighton, England, Underdog: +100) vs. Heinz-Hermann Haussermann (6-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Bonn, Germany, Favorite: -110) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:48) Griffin connects with a nice jab and then hits Haussermann with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Haussermann may have been aiming to get in close, but Griffin aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Griffin throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Griffin hits two left jabs and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Two jabs hit home from Griffin and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:28) Two jabs hit home from Griffin and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Griffin throws a punch but Haussermann was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Griffin lands a left hand and then catches Haussermann with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Haussermann clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Griffin can't connect with a jab, but then hits Haussermann with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Moving around, Haussermann is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Griffin hits a left jab and then hits Haussermann with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Griffin lands a jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Griffin can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Haussermann with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Haussermann wobbles, but does not go down...he is hurt! He covers up and backs up until trapped against the cage, but Griffin is already advancing to try and finish! (Rd 1 - 01:34) Haussermann eats a right hook and is barely able to stand anymore! The cage is the only reason he is still upright! (Rd 1 - 01:30) Griffin lands a right uppercut but did not get all of it, Haussermann partially blocked it! (Rd 1 - 01:25) A huge right hand catches Haussermann behind the ear and sends him down! (Rd 1 - 01:19) Griffin quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Haussermann! (Rd 1 - 01:19) Griffin fires away and manages to connect with two or three heavy shots that rock Haussermann! (Rd 1 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Griffin tries to lock Haussermann into an arm triangle. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Haussermann blocks it. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Haussermann brings his legs in to trap Griffin in half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Griffin unloads with some right hands, but Haussermann deals with them comfortably. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was pretty dominant by Griffin, a 10-8 round on my score card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:51) Griffin throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Griffin hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Griffin is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:23) A jab lands from Griffin, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Stepping in, Haussermann aggressively get a dominant clinch position. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Haussermann tries to wrestle Griffin backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Griffin ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Smothered against the cage, Griffin is trapped there, unable to get free. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Haussermann and Griffin remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:26) Unable to break free, Griffin is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:26) Haussermann and Griffin remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 01:20) Haussermann pins Griffin up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:00) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Griffin is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Griffin connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Griffin looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Haussermann looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Griffin simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Griffin throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Griffin throws a punch but Haussermann was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Haussermann seizes the chance and grabs Griffin into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Haussermann. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Griffin is ahead 19-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:51) Griffin moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 3 - 04:51) A punch from Griffin fails to land. (Rd 3 - 04:44) Griffin is looking really tired. (Rd 3 - 04:31) A jab hits home from Griffin and then he hits Haussermann with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Haussermann clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Griffin lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:06) It looks like Haussermann has been cut under the eye. (Rd 3 - 03:49) Griffin can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 03:49) Griffin may have damaged his hand with that last punch. (Rd 3 - 03:49) If the hand is broken, his job just got a lot tougher. (Rd 3 - 03:32) Haussermann appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Griffin took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 03:32) Griffin throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 3 - 03:16) Griffin confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:16) Haussermann may have been setting up to shoot, but Griffin aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 03:16) Griffin throws a one-two, but Haussermann was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 02:52) There's a takedown attempt from Haussermann. (Rd 3 - 02:52) A great sprawl from Griffin prevents the takedown. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Griffin can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Haussermann with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:09) A jab hits home from Griffin and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:55) Griffin looks very, very tired. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Griffin can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Haussermann is able to grab Griffin. (Rd 3 - 01:17) Griffin tries to wriggle free, but Haussermann controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 3 - 01:01) Haussermann is trying to push Griffin so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:01) Griffin ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:42) Smothered against the cage, Griffin is trapped there, unable to get free. (Rd 3 - 00:42) The remainder of the round passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Griffin took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Griffin up 29-27 on my scorecard. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Haussermann in between rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:45) Griffin can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Haussermann with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:34) Griffin lands a left hand and then catches Haussermann with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Haussermann chooses to shoot in on Griffin. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Haussermann gets hold of a leg but Griffin remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 4 - 04:06) With Griffin not going down, Haussermann settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:50) With the cage trapping Griffin, Haussermann looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 4 - 03:50) Griffin blocks the takedown by grabbing the cage! (Rd 4 - 03:50) The referee spots it and gives a verbal warning! (Rd 4 - 03:50) With the cage trapping Griffin, Haussermann looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 4 - 03:50) He gets the takedown. (Rd 4 - 03:50) Haussermann takes the back of Griffin directly off the takedown. (Rd 4 - 03:25) Haussermann tries to get his hooks in, but can't. (Rd 4 - 03:05) Griffin tries to move Haussermann off his back but can't. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Haussermann attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 4 - 02:53) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Haussermann has Griffin flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! (Rd 4 - 02:24) Heinz-Hermann Haussermann takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Heinz-Hermann Haussermann defeats 'The Baby-Faced Assassin' Steven Griffin (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:36 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Heinz-Hermann Haussermann name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Delroy Rhodes "better get prepared" because he is coming for him. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Peruvian Scythe" Domingo de Vivanco (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Lima, Peru, Underdog: +550) vs. Evan "G-Man" Gardner (10-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Favorite: -700) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:45) de Vivanco dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 1 - 04:29) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:29) de Vivanco hits a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Gardner hits a left jab and also nails a vicious right cross! (Rd 1 - 04:20) de Vivanco is knocked down! (Rd 1 - 04:20) Gardner knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on de Vivanco, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 1 - 04:20) Gardner starts unloading with massive rights and de Vivanco is getting pasted! (Rd 1 - 04:20) The referee pulls Gardner away, stopping the fight! (Rd 1 - 04:02) The winner, by TKO, is Evan 'G-Man' Gardner! Official Result: Evan 'G-Man' Gardner defeats 'The Peruvian Scythe' Domingo de Vivanco (TKO (Strikes) in 0:58 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Evan Gardner thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Alan "Flash" Kendall (16-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Green Bay, Wisconsin, Favorite: -1200) vs. Hoburn "Puke" Pallisades (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Palm Bay, Florida, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:54) Kendall steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 04:54) A jab lands from Kendall, but the following leg kick misses. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Pallisades moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Pallisades throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Kendall shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Kendall gets the takedown! Pallisades pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Kendall begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. (Rd 1 - 04:05) After a struggle, he gets to half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:57) In half guard, Kendall begins working to get side control. (Rd 1 - 02:57) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Kendall tries to lock Pallisades in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Pallisades stops Kendall from applying it. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Kendall tries to lock Pallisades in an armbar. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Pallisades fights off the armbar attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Kendall attempts to arm triangle Pallisades from side control. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Pallisades blocks it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Kendall, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Kendall looks very happy with that first round. He is certainly living up to position as being the heavy favourite to win this fight. (Rd 1 - 00:00) It's going to be a real uphill struggle for Pallisades from this point onward. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:48) There's a takedown attempt from Kendall. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Kendall has the takedown! Pallisades pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:36) Kendall looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 2 - 04:36) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Pallisades tries to get back up. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Kendall ends up in guard. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Kendall tries to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 04:10) He manages to pass, but only to half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Pallisades is really working hard on the ground to slow down Kendall and make him work for everything. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Kendall looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Kendall gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Pallisades made it as hard as possible to get out of half guard, Kendall struggled to make that pass. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Kendall keeps Pallisades guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:00) Kendall is trying to move from side control to mount. (Rd 2 - 02:00) He goes for the mount but Pallisades starts a scramble for position. (Rd 2 - 01:45) Pallisades somehow winds up underneath the north-south control of Kendall. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Kendall hits a short knee to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Kendall blocks Pallisades as he tries to scramble. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Kendall hits a short knee to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Kendall blocks Pallisades as he tries to scramble. (Rd 2 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:56) Kendall shifts from north-south to side control. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Kendall begins trying to get himself into a mount. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Pallisades rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead. (Rd 2 - 00:15) Kendall fires away and Pallisades is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Kendall. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Kendall up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:54) Kendall hits a left jab and then catches Pallisades with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Kendall throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 3 - 04:23) Kendall fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:03) Kendall moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 04:03) Pallisades looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Kendall simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 04:03) Kendall can't connect with a jab, but then catches Pallisades with a crunching right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Kendall acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Pallisades shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Kendall almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Pallisades has hold of one leg. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Pallisades drives Kendall up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:43) Pallisades looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Kendall works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Pallisades gets in close and clinches with Kendall. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Pallisades is looking to muscle Kendall back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Pallisades manages it and controls Kendall up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:55) Pallisades looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Kendall works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 3 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:30) Pallisades appeared to be going for a takedown, but Kendall took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 02:30) Kendall throws a punch but Pallisades avoids it. (Rd 3 - 02:10) There's a takedown attempt from Kendall. (Rd 3 - 02:10) Pallisades cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control. (Rd 3 - 02:03) Kendall tries to lock Pallisades in a kimura. (Rd 3 - 02:03) Pallisades blocks it. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Kendall attempts to armbar Pallisades from side control. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Pallisades gets caught in an armbar! It's in deep! (Rd 3 - 01:27) No! Pallisades manages to get his arm free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Pallisades fails to capitalise however, getting trapped back in side control almost immediately. (Rd 3 - 01:11) Kendall attempts to grab a leg and kneebar Pallisades. (Rd 3 - 01:11) Pallisades doesn't allow the kneebar to be applied. (Rd 3 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:51) Kendall throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 3 - 00:24) Kendall fires away with punches, but Pallisades deals with them fairly well. (Rd 3 - 00:05) Kendall pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Kendall took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Pallisades needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:54) Setting it up with excellent timing, Kendall comes forward and shoots for the takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:54) Pallisades almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Kendall has hold of one leg. (Rd 4 - 04:54) Kendall can't get Pallisades down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:42) Kendall tries to take Pallisades down. (Rd 4 - 04:42) Pallisades gets slammed down, ending up on his hands and knees with Kendall on top of him. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Pallisades cannot stop himself being rolled and secured in side control. (Rd 4 - 04:12) Kendall tries to lock Pallisades into an arm triangle. (Rd 4 - 04:12) Pallisades blocks it. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Kendall tries to lock Pallisades in a kimura. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Pallisades gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 4 - 03:03) The winner, by submission; Alan Kendall! Official Result: Alan 'Flash' Kendall defeats Hoburn 'Puke' Pallisades (Submission (Kimura) in 1:57 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Alan Kendall gives a name-check to everyone at Strike Force, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Alan Kendall celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Yevgeni Sipatov (29-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Omsk, Russia, Favorite: -670) vs. Slade Cregg (14-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Charlotte, North Carolina, Underdog: +530) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Cregg wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:49) A jab lands from Sipatov, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:39) Without taking too much damage, Cregg is able to clinch with Sipatov. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Cregg is looking to muscle Sipatov back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Sipatov out-wrestles him though. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Using his wrestling skills, Sipatov is trying to push Cregg up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Sipatov can't do it though, Cregg defended it well. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Sipatov is trying to muscle Cregg up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Sipatov doesn't manage it though, Cregg defended it well. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Sipatov hits Cregg with a knee strike to the body as they grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Sipatov is looking to muscle Cregg back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Sipatov doesn't manage it though, Cregg defended it well. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Sipatov tries to wrestle Cregg backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Cregg ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Sipatov attempts to hit a knee to the thigh area but Cregg tightens the clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Sipatov drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Cregg gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Sipatov tries to foot stomp Cregg, but he puts himself off balance and gets turned around against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Cregg tries to smother Sipatov against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Cregg hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Sipatov throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 01:32) Sipatov hits a left hand, but Cregg avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Cregg seizes the chance and grabs Sipatov into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Cregg is looking to muscle Sipatov back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Cregg does it, Sipatov is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Smothered against the cage, Sipatov cannot get free. (Rd 1 - 01:00) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Hopefully the next round will produce a little more in the way of action. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Sipatov. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Sipatov looks very happy with that first round. He is certainly living up to position as being the heavy favourite to win this fight. (Rd 1 - 00:00) It's going to be a real uphill struggle for Cregg from this point onward. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:54) Sipatov confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:54) A tentative jab from Cregg lands. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Sipatov connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Sipatov moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Cregg appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Sipatov took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:30) A jab is wide from Sipatov, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Sipatov moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Sipatov fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Sipatov throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 2 - 03:44) Cregg moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 2 - 03:44) Sipatov throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Cregg takes the chance and grabs Sipatov into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Cregg is looking to muscle Sipatov back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Cregg can't do it though, and Sipatov gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Sipatov tries to wrestle Cregg backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:05) He does so and now has Cregg pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:49) Sipatov tries to throw a knee to the thigh but Cregg uses wrestling to prevent it. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Cregg scores with a few punches to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Sipatov pins Cregg up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Sipatov leans all of his weight up against Cregg, pressing him against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Sipatov tries to smother Cregg against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Sipatov against the cage instead. (Rd 2 - 00:43) Unable to break free, Sipatov is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:43) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for the rest of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Sipatov. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Sipatov up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:50) Sipatov throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 3 - 04:43) Cregg is able to grab Sipatov. (Rd 3 - 04:36) Cregg is looking to muscle Sipatov back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:36) Cregg can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:09) Sipatov is trying to muscle Cregg up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:09) Sipatov manages it and controls Cregg up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:58) Cregg takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 3 - 03:45) Sipatov tries to take Cregg down. (Rd 3 - 03:45) He has the takedown! Cregg pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 03:25) In guard, Sipatov is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Sipatov doesn't allow Cregg to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 3 - 02:57) Sipatov lies on top of Cregg, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 02:32) Sipatov throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 3 - 02:16) Sipatov doesn't let Cregg pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 3 - 02:10) Cregg is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Sipatov off of him. (Rd 3 - 01:30) Sipatov smothers Cregg with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Sipatov lies on top of Cregg, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 00:26) Sipatov is looking really tired. (Rd 3 - 00:26) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 3 - 00:26) Cregg glances at the clock, grimacing slightly. (Rd 3 - 00:15) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 00:15) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands. (Rd 3 - 00:15) Sipatov misses with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:15) Cregg has a right hand blocked. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Sipatov. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Cregg needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:46) Cregg moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Sipatov into exchanging strikes. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Sipatov hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Cregg lands a left jab but Sipatov evades a big right punch. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Coming forward, Cregg is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Sipatov throws a one-two, but Cregg was equal to it. (Rd 4 - 04:16) Cregg seizes the chance and grabs Sipatov into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:08) Cregg tries to wrestle Sipatov backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:08) Sipatov isn't going anywhere though. (Rd 4 - 03:52) Using his wrestling skills, Cregg is trying to push Sipatov up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:52) Sipatov ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:41) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Cregg is keeping Sipatov pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:41) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute. (Rd 4 - 02:44) Cregg looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Sipatov works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 4 - 02:32) Cregg is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 4 - 02:18) Cregg moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Sipatov into exchanging strikes. (Rd 4 - 02:18) Cregg steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way. (Rd 4 - 02:18) A jab is wide from Cregg, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 02:07) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:07) Sipatov looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 02:07) He has the takedown! Cregg pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 01:49) Time slips away as Sipatov successfully keeps Cregg stuck against the ground. (Rd 4 - 01:12) Time slips away as Sipatov successfully keeps Cregg stuck against the ground. (Rd 4 - 00:49) Time slips away as Sipatov successfully keeps Cregg stuck against the ground. (Rd 4 - 00:21) Time slips away as Sipatov successfully keeps Cregg stuck against the ground. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Sipatov. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Cregg is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Cregg collapses onto his stool, looking completely drained and utterly miserable. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:53) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 5 - 04:30) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:30) Cregg hits a jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 5 - 04:30) Sipatov uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 5 - 04:18) A few deep breaths betray that Cregg is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 5 - 04:09) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Cregg doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Sipatov lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 5 - 03:43) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:43) Sipatov dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Sipatov looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 5 - 03:35) He did cut an awful lot of weight for this fight, perhaps that is a contributing factor to his fatigue. (Rd 5 - 03:20) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 03:20) Cregg misses with a big right hand, allowing Sipatov to counter with a left cross. (Rd 5 - 03:04) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:04) With control of the clinch, Sipatov tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 5 - 03:04) Sipatov can't get the takedown as Cregg wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 5 - 02:36) With Sipatov in his grasp, Cregg tries to set up a judo-style throw. (Rd 5 - 02:36) Cregg doesn't get it, Sipatov blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 5 - 02:22) Cregg is looking really tired. (Rd 5 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:22) Cregg looks to take Sipatov down by setting up a judo throw. (Rd 5 - 02:22) It doesn't work, Sipatov defended against it well. (Rd 5 - 02:10) Cregg separates from Sipatov and we're back to a stand-off. (Rd 5 - 01:47) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Sipatov misses a jab but hits a right cross. Cregg hits a left jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 01:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 01:24) Sipatov slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right hook. (Rd 5 - 01:01) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 01:01) Cregg misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Sipatov attacks with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 5 - 00:36) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 5 - 00:01) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 00:01) Cregg misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Sipatov took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Yevgeni Sipatov wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: Yevgeni Sipatov defeats Slade Cregg (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor. Post-Fight: Yevgeni Sipatov gives a name-check to every at St. Petersburg Elite, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Yevgeni Sipatov celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The X Factor" Xie Ming (26-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Pearl River, China, Favorite: -960) vs. Dale "Rubber Man" Burke (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Hawaii, Underdog: +760) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Burke moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Ming lands a right hand and then catches Burke with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:24) A jab hits home from Ming and then he hits a high left kick to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 04:24) It looks like Burke has been cut across the forehead by a strike. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Ming lands a right jab, but misses with a vicious left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Circling, Burke clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Ming can't hit a set-up right jab, but then catches Burke with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 03:28) Ming lands a jab and then lands a hard low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Burke hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Ming connects with a jab, but Burke dodges a big left head kick follow-up. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Ming moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Ming lands two right hands and then scores with a lovely left head kick. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Burke looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him! (Rd 1 - 02:28) Ming tries to finish with a scorching left hand, but Burke slips past it at the very last possible second. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Having apparently cleared his head, Burke is able to get out of trouble and return to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:23) With Burke bleeding, referee Harry A. Bierce pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 1 - 02:23) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem. (Rd 1 - 02:23) The fight recommences! (Rd 1 - 02:23) Burke is limping a little bit. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Ming connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:52) Ming closes in on Burke, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:52) Ming connects with a jab, but Burke evades a big left to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Burke may have been aiming to get in close, but Ming aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:31) A jab is wide from Ming, but then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Burke. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Burke limps slightly as he circles. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Ming lands a jab and then catches Burke with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 00:54) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:47) A jab hits home from Ming and then he catches Burke with a hard low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Burke looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Ming lands two right hands, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Ming confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Ming lands a right hand and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Ming, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Ming. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:48) Ming connects with a nice jab and then hits Burke with a straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Ming uses a right jab, but misses with a low kick. (Rd 2 - 04:16) For the first time, Ming is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Barely able to walk now, the damage Burke has taken to his legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Moving around, Burke is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Ming fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Burke with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Ming confidently comes in closer. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Ming connects with two right hands and then hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 03:13) A jab is wide from Ming, but then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Ming fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Ming lands a right hand and then catches Burke with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:20) Ming hits two right jabs and then lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Burke is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him! He staggers back against the cage and covers up, trying to buy time to recover! (Rd 2 - 02:10) Ming is aiming to get Burke into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Ming achieves it, Burke is too dazed and could not fight free. (Rd 2 - 01:55) Burke tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Using the clinch, Ming hits a knee to the ribs, but couldn't generate a lot of power behind it. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Burke tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 2 - 00:42) Using the clinch, Ming hits a knee to the ribs of Burke. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Ming loses the Muay Thai clinch after a knee strike misses and gives Burke the opportunity to wrestle free. (Rd 2 - 00:03) Barely able to walk now, the damage Burke has taken to his legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Ming. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Ming ahead 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:45) Ming looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Ming connects with a nice jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Burke. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Ming closes in on Burke, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Ming connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice left hook to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Ming is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 3 - 04:10) A jab lands from Ming, but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 3 - 03:56) Burke shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:56) Burke can't get past the sprawl of Ming and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:41) Burke can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Ming moves in on Burke, preparing to throw. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Ming can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 03:12) Ming hits a right hand, but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 3 - 03:02) Ming is looking really tired. (Rd 3 - 02:48) Burke had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 02:48) Ming fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick. (Rd 3 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:29) Burke shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 02:29) Burke can't get past the sprawl of Ming...and eats a hard knee strike too! (Rd 3 - 02:29) Ming hurt Burke with that strike, and is able to push him down into a turtled up position. (Rd 3 - 02:13) Ming hits a knee to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 01:56) Ming hits a soccer kick to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 01:40) Fearing more kicks coming, Burke rolls onto his back. (Rd 3 - 01:40) Ming steps back and allows Burke to stand back up. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Ming rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward. (Rd 3 - 01:15) Ming throws a one-two, but Burke was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:51) Ming connects with a nice jab and then catches Burke with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Ming connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 00:16) Ming fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Burke. (Rd 3 - 00:05) There's a takedown attempt from Burke. (Rd 3 - 00:05) Burke can't get past the sprawl of Ming and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Ming. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Burke needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. (Rd 3 - 00:00) As he sits on his stool, Burke is clearly feeling the effects of some good shots to the rib area. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 05:00) Burke is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 4 - 04:49) Burke comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:49) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Ming pulling guard. (Rd 4 - 04:42) Burke fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 4 - 04:22) Burke tries to pound on Ming, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Burke begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. (Rd 4 - 04:09) He passes guard but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Ming looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Burke ends up in half guard. (Rd 4 - 03:39) Burke is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 4 - 03:39) Ming can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Burke gains side control. (Rd 4 - 02:43) Burke tries to lock Ming in a kimura. (Rd 4 - 02:43) Ming gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 4 - 02:16) Dale 'Rubber Man' Burke takes the win by submission! Official Result: Dale 'Rubber Man' Burke defeats 'The X Factor' Xie Ming (Submission (Kimura) in 2:44 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Dale Burke thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he still wants Kichisaburo Morri and that "I'm not going anywhere, I'll keep asking until he faces me or quits". This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "White Hope" Kafu Bunya (13-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Fukuoka, Japan, Favorite: -840) vs. Fisher "The Wheelman" Kaye (8-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Clarksville, Tennessee, Underdog: +670) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kaye looks significantly bigger than Bunya as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:48) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Bunya forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Kaye throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Bunya can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:57) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Bunya steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Kaye fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:21) A jab hits home from Bunya and then he hits Kaye with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Bunya forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Kaye throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Bunya feints an attack that leaves Kaye slightly off balance. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Bunya can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 02:44) Bunya steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 02:44) Kaye fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:44) A one-two from Bunya fails to land. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Bunya lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Moving forward constantly, Bunya is pressuring Kaye. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Kaye lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Kaye falls for a clever feint. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Bunya lands a jab and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Bunya comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Bunya avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Bunya lands two jabs and then he lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Bunya stalks forward, pressuring Kaye. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Kaye throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Stepping in, Bunya lands three quick punches and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Bunya lands a left hand and then catches Kaye with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Bunya comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Kaye hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Bunya moves in behind three quick punches, one of them finding a home, and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:14) Bunya steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 00:14) Attacking with a quick flurry, Bunya lands three punches and then catches Kaye with a right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Bunya. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Bunya to go on and win this fight now that the first round has gone his way. (Rd 1 - 00:00) It's hard to see a scenario where Kaye can do enough to take this fight. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 04:31) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Bunya steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Bunya steps into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Bunya throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Moving forward constantly, Bunya is pressuring Kaye. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Bunya looks to pressure Kaye, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Bunya lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:37) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 2 - 03:09) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Bunya comes forward. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Kaye misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Bunya misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:28) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 01:55) Bunya forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:55) Kaye lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:55) Bunya lands a jab and then he lands a nice right head kick. (Rd 2 - 01:46) That last shot may have done some damage, Kaye backs off until against the cage and tries to cover up! He looks dazed and unsteady! (Rd 2 - 01:46) Bunya floors Kaye with a vicious head kick! (Rd 2 - 01:33) Bunya quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Kaye! (Rd 2 - 01:33) Somehow Kaye hangs on, surviving a flurry of stomps and kicks to the body! (Rd 2 - 01:11) On his back, Kaye watches as Bunya comes in looking to get a dominant ground position. (Rd 2 - 01:11) Bunya is quick, Kaye can't stop him getting side control. (Rd 2 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Bunya attempts an armbar. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Kaye fights off the armbar attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:39) Kaye tries to pull guard on Bunya but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Bunya pounds away, but Kaye calmly deals with them. (Rd 2 - 00:08) Kaye tries to pull guard on Bunya but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Bunya, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Bunya is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:55) Stepping in, Bunya lands three quick punches and then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Bunya lands a left hand and then hits Kaye with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:19) Taking a few gulps of breath, Bunya is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 04:10) Bunya closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:10) Bunya hits a left hand, but Kaye evades a big right punch. (Rd 3 - 03:48) A jab hits home from Bunya and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:34) Bunya can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Kaye with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:34) Kaye looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 3 - 03:23) Moving around, Kaye is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 3 - 03:23) Bunya can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Bunya connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 02:58) Bunya comes in looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:58) It looked like we were about to see Kaye try and get some grappling started, but Bunya was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 02:58) Bunya connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 02:46) Bunya connects with a nice jab and then catches Kaye with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:34) Kaye appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Bunya took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 02:34) Bunya can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:15) Bunya moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 02:15) Bunya lands two jabs and then catches Kaye with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 3 - 02:03) A few deep breaths betray that Bunya is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 3 - 01:49) Bunya hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:40) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Kaye. (Rd 3 - 01:40) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 3 - 01:40) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway! (Rd 3 - 01:32) A punch from Bunya fails to land. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Kaye seizes the chance and grabs Bunya into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:20) Kaye is trying to muscle Bunya up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:20) He does so and now has Bunya pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:03) Showing his ability to exert control, Kaye smothers Bunya up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:03) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Bunya took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Kaye needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:45) Bunya lands a left hand and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:25) A jab hits home from Bunya and then he catches Kaye with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 4 - 03:59) Bunya moves in on Kaye, preparing to throw. (Rd 4 - 03:59) Kaye may have been aiming to get in close, but Bunya aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 03:59) Bunya can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Kaye with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 03:45) Bunya connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 03:38) Bunya is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 03:31) Bunya lands a left hand and then catches Kaye with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:17) Kaye may have been aiming to get in close, but Bunya aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 03:17) Bunya throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 4 - 03:01) Bunya throws a one-two, but Kaye was equal to it. (Rd 4 - 02:45) Kaye chooses to shoot in on Bunya. (Rd 4 - 02:45) Bunya sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range. (Rd 4 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:23) Bunya connects with a nice jab and then catches Kaye with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 4 - 02:09) Bunya lands a jab and then catches Kaye with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:51) Bunya lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 01:30) Kaye may have been setting up to shoot, but Bunya aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 01:30) Bunya can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:20) Kaye shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 01:20) Bunya stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety. (Rd 4 - 00:46) Bunya hits a left jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:36) Bunya seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 00:22) A jab hits home from Bunya and then he hits Kaye with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 00:22) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Kaye. (Rd 4 - 00:02) Bunya can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Bunya. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Kaye realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Kaye in between rounds. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:46) It looked like we were about to see Kaye try and get some grappling started, but Bunya was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 04:46) Bunya can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 04:25) Bunya confidently comes in closer. (Rd 5 - 04:25) A jab hits home from Bunya and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Bunya moves in on Kaye, preparing to throw. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Bunya connects with a jab, but Kaye avoids a big right. (Rd 5 - 03:44) Kaye had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 5 - 03:44) Bunya connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:26) Bunya lands a jab and then catches Kaye with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:17) Bunya looks totally gassed. (Rd 5 - 03:06) A jab is wide from Bunya, but then he hits Kaye with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 02:45) Kaye comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 02:45) A great sprawl from Bunya prevents the takedown. (Rd 5 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 5 - 02:08) Bunya lands a left hand and then hits a body kick. (Rd 5 - 01:50) A jab is wide from Bunya, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 01:40) Bunya lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 01:22) A jab hits home from Bunya and then he catches Kaye with a crunching right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 00:58) Bunya confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:58) Bunya hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 00:41) Bunya throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 5 - 00:35) Kaye seizes the chance and grabs Bunya into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:29) Kaye is trying to push Bunya so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:29) He does so and now has Bunya pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:09) Using tight body-to-body control, Kaye is slowly wearing Bunya down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him. (Rd 5 - 00:09) Nothing really happens for the remainder of the round, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Bunya, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have given 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is 'White Hope' Kafu Bunya! Official Result: 'White Hope' Kafu Bunya defeats Fisher 'The Wheelman' Kaye (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Kafu Bunya praises his team at Way of the Crane's Beak, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Kafu Bunya celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. Kafu Bunya has a lot of natural charisma, and that shines in these sorts of settings. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Peruvian Punisher" Claudio Palacios (25-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Lima, Peru, Favorite: -1180) vs. Riley "R-Hux" Huxtable (6-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Jacksonville, Florida, Underdog: +940) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Huxtable confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:47) A tentative jab from Palacios lands. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Huxtable throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Palacios initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Huxtable fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Palacios fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Palacios forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Huxtable throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Palacios feints one way, throwing Huxtable off balance, then steps to the other side. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Palacios connects with a nice jab and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Huxtable. (Rd 1 - 03:40) Palacios shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:40) The takedown is successful, Huxtable pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 03:28) Palacios throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Palacios attempts to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Huxtable was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 1 - 02:54) The scramble leaves Huxtable turtled up, facing Palacios. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Palacios attempts to set up an anaconda choke. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Palacios rolls Huxtable over and the anaconda choke is fully applied...he has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 02:12) The winner, by submission; Claudio Palacios! Official Result: 'The Peruvian Punisher' Claudio Palacios defeats Riley 'R-Hux' Huxtable (Submission (Anaconda Choke) in 2:48 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Claudio Palacios praises his team at Brazilian Estrela Academy, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. Claudio Palacios gave a good account of himself here. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Show Stopper" Jack Humphreys (25-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Mobile, Alabama, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Wicked" Wyatt Ashur (10-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Brooklyn, New York, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 170lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Humphreys is much bigger. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Ashur connects with a jab, but Humphreys avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:39) A jab is wide from Ashur, but then he catches Humphreys with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Ashur confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Humphreys looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Ashur simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Ashur throws a punch but Humphreys avoids it. (Rd 1 - 04:11) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Humphreys, but Ashur was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Ashur lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Ashur steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Two defensive jabs hit from Humphreys, but neither had any power. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Ashur throws a punch but Humphreys avoids it. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Ashur steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Humphreys uses a left jab while backing away. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Ashur throws a one-two, but Humphreys was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Ashur can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Ashur throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Seizing the opportunity, Humphreys shoots. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Humphreys has the takedown! Ashur pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Humphreys throws a quick, nasty elbow strike to the head. (Rd 1 - 02:38) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Ashur. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Humphreys starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Humphreys gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Humphreys looks to get a mount. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Ashur rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Humphreys increases his control by getting both hooks in. (Rd 1 - 00:42) With both hooks in, Humphreys tries to flatten Ashur out for the rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Humphreys flattens Ashur out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 1 - 00:14) 'The Show Stopper' Jack Humphreys takes the win by submission! Official Result: 'The Show Stopper' Jack Humphreys defeats 'Wicked' Wyatt Ashur (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:46 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Jack Humphreys thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and answers that a fight against Evan Gardner would be pretty cool. A lively, charismatic speaker, Jack Humphreys is great at using these interviews to sell himself. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Strategist" Rufus Stephens (19-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Venice Beach, California, Favorite: -1200) vs. "The Spirit of the Ancients" Jungo Futagawa (19-13, 1-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Stephens may have weighed in the same as Futagawa yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:50) A one-two from Futagawa fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Stephens seizes the chance and grabs Futagawa into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Stephens is trying to push Futagawa so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:30) He does so and now has Futagawa pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Futagawa is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free. (Rd 1 - 04:16) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Futagawa is trapped against the cage and Stephens punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Stephens smothers Futagawa against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Stephens uses dirty boxing to punish Futagawa while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:22) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:08) There's a takedown attempt from Stephens. (Rd 1 - 02:08) He has the takedown! Futagawa pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 01:57) In guard, Stephens throws a couple of punches designed to keep Futagawa guessing. (Rd 1 - 01:33) Stephens keeps Futagawa guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Stephens begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Futagawa comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Stephens in guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a bit of a snoozer, hopefully the next round brings a little more action. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Stephens, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Stephens, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) Stephens steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Futagawa throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Stephens is equal to all of them. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Stephens is able to grab Futagawa. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Stephens gets solid control and may be looking for a wrestling-based takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Futagawa cannot stop being taken over with a belly-to-belly, he can only pull half guard! (Rd 2 - 04:20) Stephens is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Stephens gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Stephens tries to lock Futagawa in a kimura. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Stephens gets the kimura, twists the arm backwards, and Futagawa has to tap! (Rd 2 - 03:05) The winner, by submission, is 'The Strategist' Rufus Stephens! Official Result: 'The Strategist' Rufus Stephens defeats 'The Spirit Of Ancients' Jungo Futagawa (Submission (Kimura) in 1:55 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Rufus Stephens name-checks everyone involved with Bear Pit, then goes through his sponsors one by one. He then thanks God for imspiring him. Rufus Stephens invites everyone to a "post-show winners party" at a local club to celebrate his win. Rufus Stephens is a charismatic talker and really knows how to sell himself. MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Manuel "The Prodigy" Silva (19-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Bahia, Brazil, Favorite: -1030) vs. Houston "Furious" George (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Thornton, Colorado, Underdog: +820) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Silva doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd. (Rd 1 - 04:49) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 04:24) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Silva comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 04:02) George throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Silva uses a right jab but a spin kick fails to make contact. (Rd 1 - 03:51) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Silva comes forward, walking down George. (Rd 1 - 03:19) George hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:19) George falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Silva can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a spinning back kick to the chest. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Attacking with a quick flurry, Silva lands five of five punches and then scores with a lovely left head kick. (Rd 1 - 02:43) George immediately backs away and covers up! I think that last strike may have really rocked him! (Rd 1 - 02:43) Silva is looking to get George in a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:43) He has it hooked, George was too dazed to muster any sort of serious defensive action. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Using the clinch, Silva hits a vicious knee to the face! George crumples to the ground, out cold! (Rd 1 - 02:14) The winner, by knock out, is Manuel 'The Prodigy' Silva! Official Result: Manuel 'The Prodigy' Silva defeats Houston 'Furious' George (Knock Out (Knee) in 2:46 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Manuel Silva name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. Attendance: 279 Gate Reciepts: $22,097 Sponsorship: $27,066 Ad Revenue: $473,679 Merchandise: $3,840 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $230,697) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Manuel Silva $64,300 Houston George $12,090 FotN: Both: $10,000 KotN: Silva: $5,000 Rufus Stephens $17,340 Jungo Futagawa $2,706 Jack Humphreys $16,830 Wyatt Ashur $1,598 Claudio Palacios $27,170 Riley Huxtable $1,598 SotN: Palacios: $5,000 Perf: Palacios: $5,000 Kafu Bunya $5,950 Fisher Kaye $1,722 Dale Burke $7,091 Xie Ming $4,400 Perf: Burke: $5,000 Yevgeni Sipatov $5,780 Slade Cregg $1,722 Alan Kendall $5,780 Hoburn Pallisades $1,354 Evan Gardner $7,961 Domingo de Vivanco $2,830 Perf: Gardner: $5,000 Heinz-Hermann Hassermann $2,614 Steven Griffin $2,706 Stian Agdestein $2,460 Bret Clement $1,332 Chojiro Goto $3,300 Gregorio Freyre $1,332 Eiji Masuko $4,150 Louis De La Torre $1,742 Chikafusa Abukara $8,382 Piotr Dabrowski $6,435 Perf: Both: $5,000 Ruy Mendes da Rocha $1,998 Buzzy Tuttle $1,332 Thomaz de Miranda $2,152 Lucas $2,500 Drug Testing: $18,016 Production: $20,409 Profit: $257,560 Critical Rating: 76% Commercial Rating: 66% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +4.5% 82.5% (High Level Regional) USA +3.2% 85.3% (High Level Regional) UK +3.2% 80.8% (High Level Regional) Europe +2.5% 54.0% (Mid Level Regional) Australia +2.2% 62.5% (Mid Level Regional) Japan +3.6% 73.3% (High Level Regional) Asia +2.2% 59.7% (Mid Level Regional) Russia +1.5% 50.5% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +2.2% 59.0% (Mid Level Regional) South America +4.0% 78.0% (High Level Regional) Central America +1.3% 58.8% (Mid Level Regional) Africa +1.5% 38.8% (Mid Level Regional) News - The drug test results came back from Canadian Tournament Combat 39, and all fighters tested clean. - The drug test results came back from Canadian Tournament Combat 40, and all fighters tested clean. - Evan Gardner has finally landed with a team after his victory over Domingo de Vivanco, he has joined Impact MMA in preperation for a third round meeting with Rufus Stephens. He is just dipping his toe in with Impact MMA and will likely not be with the team long-term. He is looking to keep his training methods fresh and interesting. - Following his knock out loss to Kurt McDonald, Chuck Dooley will no longer be training with Strike Force. He will be looking for a new camp because he wants to take a new approach to his training. - The following fighters have been released by CTC after being eliminated from the tournament: Houston George, Jungo Futagawa, Wyatt Ashur, Riley Huxtable, Fisher Kaye, Xie Ming, Slade Cregg, Hoburn Pallisades, Domingo de Vivanco, Steven Griffin, Bret Clement, Gregorio Freyre, Louis De La Torre, Piotr Dabrowski, Buzzy Tuttle, and Lucas. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows None Predictions None Confirmed Fighter For CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Third Round (Round of 64) Noach Van Der Capellen vs. Walter May Jonathan Huang vs. Callum Henson Garth Neill vs. Malloy Mahoney David Webb vs. Felix Mattherson Jr. Chew Chua vs. Filip Hristov Rich Robinson vs. Konstantinos Chorophas Ikku Funaki vs. Evan Pizzarro Vikram Sithalayan vs. Bruno Epps Ichisake Miyagi vs. Jayden Karp Will Kane vs. Delroy Rhodes Jens Halle vs. Valdo Calamari Mills Mullally vs. Bussho Maruyama Alberto Basora vs. Martin Cupples Nathan Chambers vs. Konosuke Shirahata Darin Blood vs. Hamilton Fonseca Junior Josh Aldarisio vs. Brad Wyman Julio Regueiro vs. Roger Quince David Allen vs. Mauricio de Terreros Templeton Crumb vs. Kichisaburo Morri Fukusaburu Hirano vs. Cooper Richardson Gabriel Gallego vs. Iain Fussell Simon Vine vs. Tyler Lass Bobby Brubaker vs. Evgeni Medtner Kenneth Toadspew vs. Diego Arteta Manuel Silva vs. Stian Agdestein Kafu Bunya vs. Thomaz de Miranda Rufus Stephens vs. Evan Gardner Claudio Palacios vs. Eiji Masuko Dale Burke vs. Ruy Mendes da Rocha Jack Humphreys vs. Chojiro Goto Yevgeni Sipatov vs. Heinz-Hermann Haussermann Alan Kendall vs. Chikafusa Abukara

Saturday, Week 3, July 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Manuel "The Prodigy" Silva (19-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #3, Favorite: -1030) vs. Houston "Furious" George (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #126, Underdog: +820) Manuel Silva became a national champion in Muay Thai and a black belt in BJJ before he even hit his 21st birthday, and is clearly blessed with staggering physical gifts. The man they call "The Prodigy" has quickly become one of the top Welterweights on the planet on the back of a run of matches where he has simply destroyed everything in his path, and many feel he is destined to be one of the all-time greats. A dominant FLB Welterweight champion who scythed through the entire division, GAMMA won a bidding war with ALPHA-1 to hire Silva after FLB closed. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over David Allen in his GAMMA debut. Houston George is a decent wrestler, who likes to work at close range where he can either use his powerful short punches or grapple. If he can take the fight to the ground he has above-average submission skills too. The Colorado native is definitely one to watch in the future. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Ken Paliski in the first round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Strategist" Rufus Stephens (19-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #14, Favorite: -1200) vs. "The Spirit of the Ancients" Jungo Futagawa (19-13, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #115, Underdog: +950) Rufus Stephens is one of the great Welterweights, a thinking man's MMA fighter. A master of tactical thinking who is well known for the exhaustive research he does on opponents before fights, he is one of the best Greco-Roman wrestlers in the business and was one of the first to really show how a top quality clinch game could be used to dominate fights. He may not finish fights as often as people might like, but he's devilishly hard to defeat. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Bobby Brubaker in GAMMA. Jungo Futagawa is a Muay Thai specialist, who is a journeyman from Japan. He can be dangerous on his day, especially with his kicks, but has never shown any hint of ever cracking the upper echelons of MMA. A regular with ALPHA-1 for several years, he was eventually cut from the roster in 2001 after falling to a 4-9 record with the company. He is coming off a 53 second knock out victory over Bradley Dixon in the first round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Show Stopper" Jack Humphreys (25-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #27, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Wicked" Wyatt Ashur (10-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #155, Underdog: +950) Jack Humphreys was one of the first fighters to figure out that trash talking and a controversial personality sold tickets, and has been the fighter that fans love to hate for many years. A solid wrestler with a talent for beating opponents up from the clinch, he challenged for the GAMMA Welterweight title in 1997 but was beaten by Julio Regueiro, since then he has been in a sort of career limbo, unable to generate much momentum. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Yevgeni Sipatov in GAMMA. Wyatt Ashur is a striker who likes to use his speed and agility to dart around the ring or cage, firing off punches from odd angles to try and catch his opponent by surprise. He is one of the more unorthodox fighters to have to face. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Milton Pinotti in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Peruvian Punisher" Claudio Palacios (25-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #19, Favorite: -1180) vs. Riley "R-Hux" Huxtable (6-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #147, Underdog: +940) Claudio Palacios is a world-ranked Welterweight from Peru. A very solid fighter, he doesn't truly excel at anything but is good at every aspect of the sport and that all-round ability is his greatest strength. A former two-time challenger for the FLB Welterweight crown, Palacios signed with ALPHA-1 in 2001. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Ichisake Miyagi in his ALPHA-1 debut. Riley Huxtable fights out of Florida, and is a submission based grappler who can be dangerous on the ground but who doesn't really have the skills to worry opponents unduly in a stand-up battle. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Naohiro Suzuki in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "White Hope" Kafu Bunya (13-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #30, Favorite: -840) vs. Fisher "The Wheelman" Kaye (8-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #99, Underdog: +670) Kafu Bunya is a former ALPHA-1 Welterweight champion, a very good striker who is well known for his defensive skills, whether it's his elusiveness on his feet or his ability to get back to his feet quickly after being taken down, "White Hope" has proven very difficult to control. The one criticism that can be thrown his way is that his striking, while crisp and technical, lacks the power to stop opponents. Once considered one of the top ten Welterweights in the world, his form has slumped alarmingly over the last few years. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a third round knock out loss to Xie Ming in ALPHA-1. Fisher Kaye is a solid wrestler from Tennessee, who is dangerous if he can get into top control on the ground, but lacks anything approaching a "Plan B" if opponents are able to resist his takedowns. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Koji Masuko in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The X Factor" Xie Ming (26-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #6, Favorite: -960) vs. Dale "Rubber Man" Burke (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #123, Underdog: +760) Xie Ming is China's most successful entry into the world of Mixed Martial Arts, a hard striker who always comes into matches well prepared and ready to go the distance if needed. He is especially dangerous in the clinch, where his elbow and knee strikes have ended many fights in his favor. He is a long time part of the ALPHA-1 Welterweight division and a former challenger for the title. He is coming off a third round knock out victory over Kafu Bunya in ALPHA-1. Dale Burke is one of the most outlandish personalities in MMA (which is a nice way of saying he is absolutely nuts). Known as "The Rubber Man", he is a quality Jiu-Jitsu fighter who has extraordinary flexibility, something which he uses to his advantage to apply lots of crazy looking submissions, especially from his beloved rubber guard. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Ethan LeGrange in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Yevgeni Sipatov (29-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #11, Favorite: -670) vs. Slade Cregg (14-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #118, Underdog: +530) Yevgeni Sipatov, known among fans as "The Godfather of Lay And Pray", he was the first fighter to find major success through the strategy of mixing good takedowns with unbreakable top control. A sport-wide improvement in takedown defence has seen him lose his elite-level status, but he still remains a fighter who can cause a lot of headaches. He was the first ever GAMMA Welterweight champion. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Jack Humphreys in GAMMA. Slade Cregg is a Judoka, who can cause big problems for opponents if he is allowed to get in close and start using his grappling talents. He does need to work on his stand-up though, as it is very mediocre. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Linton Berry in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Alan "Flash" Kendall (16-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #22, Favorite: -1200) vs. Hoburn "Puke" Pallisades (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #150, Underdog: +950) Alan Kendall is a consistent and versatile performer who always brings a tough challenge, he's a pro's pro. Good in pretty much every area of MMA, his only real weakness is that while he is a jack of all trades he is master of none, and so is vulnerable to fighters who are excellent in a specific discipline. A GAMMA regular, his career has been marked by being very consistent, he has invariably beaten everyone put in front of him except when faced with truly elite-level talent. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Tyler Lass in GAMMA. Hoburn Pallisades is a good amateur wrestler, who uses his grappling skills in combination with his dangerous ground and pound to make himself a tough opponent to face. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Lucimar do Bonfiml in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Peruvian Scythe" Domingo de Vivanco (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #51, Underdog: +550) vs. Evan "G-Man" Gardner (10-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #179, Favorite: -700) Domingo de Vivanco is a wildly aggressive fighter from Peru, who is noted for his all-out violent assaults, going straight after his opponents with everything he has. His relentless style is tough to deal with, and his striking, while occasionally ragged, has the power to be a threat to anyone. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Takakazu Mori in the first round of the tournament. Evan Gardner is a talented young wrestler, who likes to use his grappling skills to control opponents for large stretches of time, either in the clinch or on the ground. A decent boxer too, he's a very difficult fighter to strategize against as he doesn't have many exploitable weaknesses. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Scott Gillespie in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Baby-Faced Assassin" Steven Griffin (18-8, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #54, Underdog: +100) vs. Heinz-Hermann Haussermann (6-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #75, Favorite: -110) Steven Griffin doesn't look very threatening, but he can hold his own when standing and has a ground game that can be dangerous if not taken seriously. A mainstay of the BCF Welterweight division, he is unlikely to ever be champion but he's a great test of anybody. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Thomas O'Cann in the first round of the tournament. Heinz Hermann-Haussermann is a submission wrestling specialist, who made his pro debut at the start of 2000 and was so impressive during his first two years, going 5-0 with every fight ending in submission. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Ryder Myllart in the first round of the tournament. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Stian Agdestein (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #62, Favorite: -880) vs. "Slow Hand" Bret Clement (9-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Underdog: +700) Stian Agdestein is a potential future top contender, who is one of the best Sambo fighters in Scandanavia. A very high class grappler, he likes to work from top position on the ground from where his submissions are deadly. He needs to work on his striking and finishing abilities before he will be able to make a move on the Welterweight rankings, but he has time on his side. He signed for SIGMA on Christmas Day 2000. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Todd Prenger in the first round of the tournament. Bret Clement is an average kick boxer from New Zealand, noted for his quick hands. He doesn't have the power to seriously trouble most fighters, but he can wear people down with the sheer amount and technical proficiency he brings to the table. He has been a regular with BCF for several years and is a staple of their Welterweight division. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Buster East in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Chojiro Goto (11-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #38, Favorite: -430) vs. Gregorio Freyre (12-8, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #166, Underdog: +340) Chojiro Goto is a Muay Thai competitor, a solid fighter who can cause a lot of problems, especially if he can get an opponent set up for knee strikes. His vulnerability to wrestlers is a major weakness however and has prevented him from really achieveing much. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Kazuo Aizawa in ALPHA-1. Gregorio Freyre is a brawler, who likes to take advantage of his ability to take a punch by wading into attacks and trying to overwhelm opponents. He can be difficult to counter, but ultimately is such a one-trick pony that most opponents can figure out a way to take him out. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Javid Khan in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Eiji Masuko (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Favorite: -630) vs. Louis De La Torre (10-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #174, Underdog: +500) Eiji Masuko is an elite Judoka, who has found it easy to translate his grappling abilities to the no-gi arena of MMA. If he can improve his striking to a competent level, he'll be a very tough opponent indeed. ALPHA-1, long known for their love of judo players, signed him in 1999, and he has visibly improved with every single one of his bouts thusfar. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Pirmin Zubriggen in the first round of the tournament. Louis De La Torre is a ground and pound specialist, who has very good takedowns and some nasty strikes when he is on top of opponents. He has some decent boxing at his disposal too, which helps him vary his gameplan and not be too predictable. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Grant Kyle in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Chikafusa Abukara (21-10, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Underdog: +220) vs. Piotr Dabrowski (20-8, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #171, Favorite: -280) Chikafusa Abukara is a Welterweight from Japan who uses his background in amateur wrestling as the basis for his MMA career. He has been a regular in ALPHA-1 for years, although he has never really been anything more than low level prelim fodder. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Matsudaira Satoh in the first round of the tournament. Piotr Dabrowski is a solid fighter who is capable of causing big problems for opponents with his wrestling and submission skills. He was a regular with SIGMA from their opening in 1996 all the way through to 2000, eventually being cut after a losing streak, and is now back on the regional scene where he first made his name. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Affonso Romero in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Ruy Mendes da Rocha (12-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #198, Favorite: -630) vs. Buzzy Tuttle (10-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Underdog: +500) Ruy Mendes da Rocha is a BJJ student, who can be dangerous on the ground if given time to work his submission skills but otherwise lacks much of a threat. He is a former FLB Welterweight challenger, although that particular title shot saw him get massacred by Manuel Silva. He is coming off a fifth round TKO victory over Carmelo Rossi in the first round of the tournament. Buzzy Tuttle is a kick boxer from England, who has the strikes to give anyone an uncomfortable evening in the cage but lacks true knock out power and is quite one-dimensional in that he has no ground or grappling skills to speak of. He joined BCF very early in his career and has been quietly going about his business ever since, albeit mostly on the preliminary card. He is coming off a Unanimous Decison victory over Paul Duffell in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Lucas (26-9-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #35, Favorite: -1200) vs. Thomaz de Miranda (11-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #94, Underdog: +950) Lucas is short but incredibly thick with muscles, a powerhouse grappler and submission specialist who is very hard to shake once he gets a hold of an opponent. He is particularly noted for his guillotine choke which, thanks to his massive biceps, will put anybody to sleep. After making his name with FLB, Lucas moved to ALPHA-1 in 2001. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Syed Tan in ALPHA-1. Thomaz de Miranda is a former kick boxer who moved to MMA in 1995. He is a decent enough striker, but his weak chin and lack of grappling or ground skills mean that he is unlikely to ever trouble the elite. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Sonny Anderson in the first round of the tournament. Weigh-In Results Manuel Silva (170 lbs) vs. Houston George (170 lbs) Rufus Stephens (170 lbs) vs. Jungo Futagawa (170 lbs) Jack Humphreys (170 lbs) vs. Wyatt Ashur (170 lbs) Claudio Palacios (170 lbs) vs. Riley Huxtable (170 lbs) Kafu Bunya (170 lbs) vs. Fisher Kaye (170 lbs) Xie Ming (170 lbs) vs. Dale Burke (170 lbs) Yevgeni Sipatov (170 lbs) vs. Slade Cregg (170 lbs) Alan Kendall (170 lbs) vs. Hoburn Pallisades (170 lbs) Domingo de Vivanco (170 lbs) vs. Evan Gardner (170 lbs) Steven Griffin (170 lbs) vs. Heinz Hermann-Haussermann (170 lbs) Stian Agdestein (170 lbs) vs. Bret Clement (170 lbs) Chojiro Goto (170 lbs) vs. Gregorio Freyre (170 lbs) Eiji Masuko (170 lbs) vs. Louis De La Torre (170 lbs) Chikafusa Abukara (170 lbs) vs. Piotr Dabrowski (170 lbs) Ruy Mendes da Rocha (170 lbs) vs. Buzzy Tuttle (170 lbs) Lucas (170 lbs) vs. Thomaz de Miranda (170 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 42 Full Fight Card WW: Manuel Silva vs. Houston George WW: Rufus Stephens vs. Jungo Futagawa WW: Jack Humphreys vs. Wyatt Ashur WW: Claudio Palacios vs. Riley Huxtable WW: Kafu Bunya vs. Fisher Kaye WW: Xie Ming vs. Dale Burke WW: Yevgeni Sipatov vs. Slade Cregg WW: Alan Kendall vs. Hoburn Pallisades WW: Domingo de Vivanco vs. Evan Gardner WW: Steven Griffin vs. Heinz Hermann-Haussermann WW: Stian Agdestein vs. Bret Clement WW: Chojiro Goto vs. Gregorio Freyre WW: Eiji Masuko vs. Louis De La Torre WW: Chikafusa Abukara vs. Piotr Dabrowski WW: Ruy Mendes da Rocha vs. Buzzy Tuttle WW: Lucas vs. Thomaz de Miranda

Friday, Week 3, July 2002 Live From Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Kichisaburo Morri (14-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +270) vs. "The Man of Steel" Marko Prochazka (23-16, 1-0 CTC, From: The Mean Streets of Croatia, Favorite: -350) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Gregory C. James, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:53) Procházka can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Morri with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Procházka connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:12) A jab hits home from Procházka and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Procházka can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:38) Procházka can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Procházka moves in on Morri, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 03:15) A jab is wide from Procházka, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Procházka can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Morri with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:44) Morri warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 1 - 02:44) A jab is wide from Procházka, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Procházka can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Morri with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Procházka confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Morri had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Procházka lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Procházka closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Procházka can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Morri had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:29) A jab lands from Procházka, but Morri evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 01:06) A punch from Procházka fails to land. (Rd 1 - 01:01) Morri takes the chance and grabs Procházka into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Clinched with Procházka, Morri looks to try and take him down. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Morri can't get Procházka down to the ground. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Clinched with Procházka, Morri looks to try and take him down. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Morri doesn't get it, Procházka blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Morri is trying to muscle Procházka up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Morri can't do it though, Procházka defended it well. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Procházka seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Not much happened in that round, hopefully the fighters will pick up the pace a bit when we restart. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Procházka took that round, 10-9 on my score card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) Procházka fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Procházka comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Procházka can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Morri with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Procházka is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Procházka can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Morri with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:49) A jab is wide from Procházka, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Morri looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Morri keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Procházka connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Morri looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Procházka simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:16) A jab lands from Procházka, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 02:59) A jab is wide from Procházka, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Procházka shouts at his opponent, telling them to bring it on. (Rd 2 - 02:41) A jab lands from Procházka, but Morri avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Morri clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Procházka can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Morri with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Procházka lands a jab and then catches Morri with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Procházka is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Procházka lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:24) Procházka lands a left hand and then hits Morri with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:07) A jab is wide from Procházka, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Morri had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Procházka lands a left jab, but Morri avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 00:32) Circling warily, Morri is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 00:32) Procházka can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:25) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Morri. (Rd 2 - 00:25) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor. (Rd 2 - 00:25) The referee signals for the fight to continue! (Rd 2 - 00:10) Procházka can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Procházka, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Procházka up 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:54) Moving around, Morri is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Procházka fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:39) Procházka is looking really tired. (Rd 3 - 04:33) It looked like we were about to see Morri try and get some grappling started, but Procházka was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Procházka hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Morri clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Procházka fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:47) It looked like we were about to see Morri try and get some grappling started, but Procházka was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 03:47) Procházka lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:17) Procházka can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Morri appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Procházka took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 02:54) A jab lands from Procházka, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Procházka closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Morri appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Procházka took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Procházka can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:08) Procházka lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:57) Procházka looks very, very tired. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Morri shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Procházka partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Morri has a hold of the other. (Rd 3 - 01:52) Morri can't get Procházka down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:38) Morri looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 3 - 01:38) The takedown is completed, Morri gets side control from it. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Morri begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 3 - 01:25) He mounts Procházka. (Rd 3 - 00:42) Morri pounds away on Procházka but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 3 - 00:22) Morri unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage. (Rd 3 - 00:09) Morri fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a bit of a snoozer, hopefully the next round brings a little more action. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Morri. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Procházka up 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:46) Morri comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Morri couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Procházka hops in place on the other. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Unable to complete the takedown, Morri instead pushes Procházka up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Morri catches Procházka with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Morri shows his grappling ability by trapping Procházka up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Morri and Procházka remain up against the cage for around the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 4 - 03:20) Morri tries to take Procházka down. (Rd 4 - 03:20) Morri has the takedown and gets side control from it. (Rd 4 - 03:07) Morri tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 4 - 03:07) He does it, and has the mount on Procházka. (Rd 4 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 4 - 02:28) Morri fires away with rights, but does little in the way of actual damage. (Rd 4 - 02:15) Morri unloads with rights, but does fairly minimal damage. (Rd 4 - 02:00) Morri pounds away but Procházka deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 4 - 01:47) Morri pounds away, but Procházka isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 4 - 01:33) Procházka tries to move Morri enough to get half guard, but can't get enough space. (Rd 4 - 01:16) Morri pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 4 - 00:59) Morri maintains control, despite Procházka trying to wriggle free. (Rd 4 - 00:39) Morri fires away with punches, but Procházka doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 4 - 00:24) Procházka can't budge Morri, who is well balanced. (Rd 4 - 00:12) Morri tries to pound on Procházka, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 4 - 00:01) Morri blocks Procházka as he tries to push-off. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Morri. (Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:46) Procházka throws a one-two, but Morri was equal to it. (Rd 5 - 04:25) There's a takedown attempt from Morri. (Rd 5 - 04:25) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Procházka pulling guard. (Rd 5 - 04:17) Procházka is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Morri off of him. (Rd 5 - 03:50) In guard, Morri throws a couple of punches designed to keep Procházka guessing. (Rd 5 - 03:29) Morri doesn't allow Procházka to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 5 - 03:19) Time slips away as Morri successfully keeps Procházka stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 02:53) Time slips away as Morri successfully keeps Procházka stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Morri throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think. (Rd 5 - 02:06) Procházka tries to get double underhooks on Morri so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 5 - 01:56) Procházka is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Morri off of him. (Rd 5 - 01:35) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Leo Behan standing them both back up. (Rd 5 - 01:20) A jab hits home from Procházka and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 00:56) Morri appeared to be going for a takedown, but Procházka took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 00:56) Procházka fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Morri with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 00:44) The gas tank looks empty on Procházka. (Rd 5 - 00:29) Morri shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 00:29) Procházka gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 00:29) That's his fourth takedown. (Rd 5 - 00:23) Time slips away as Morri successfully keeps Procházka stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Morri took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 48-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Kichisaburo Morri! Official Result: Kichisaburo Morri defeats 'The Man Of Steel' Marko Procházka (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Marko Prochazka takes the microphone and announces that with this defeat he has decided to retire from MMA. Post-Fight: Kichisaburo Morri name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he has a lot of respect for Marko Prochazka and praises his toughness. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Lloyd "The K.O. Kid" McAllister (17-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Newark, New Jersey, Favorite: -280) vs. Mauricio de Terreros (7-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Monterrey, New Mexico, Underdog: +220) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Stewart Morecambe, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:53) de Terreros misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing McAllister to attack with a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 1 - 04:32) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:32) McAllister doesn't connect with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:32) de Terreros uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:16) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 03:54) McAllister glances at his corner and gets a few words of encouragement in response. (Rd 1 - 03:46) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 03:24) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:24) de Terreros hits a left hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:24) McAllister scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:10) de Terreros misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. McAllister attacks with a quick left jab and a body kick that fails to land. (Rd 1 - 02:48) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:18) de Terreros slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:01) de Terreros misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:47) McAllister misses with a big right hand, allowing de Terreros to counter with a left jab and a hook attempt to the body that doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 01:20) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:50) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:50) The two fighters strike, but without success. (Rd 1 - 00:50) de Terreros misses a couple of jabs and also can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:50) McAllister doesn't connect with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 00:31) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:31) de Terreros doesn't connect with a left jab and also can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:31) McAllister misses a jab and also misses a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:05) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:05) de Terreros misses with a pair of jabs and also misses with a right hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 00:05) McAllister misses with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think de Terreros just about edged it. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:46) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:46) McAllister lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:46) de Terreros hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:37) McAllister immediately backs away and covers up! I think that last strike may have really rocked him! (Rd 2 - 04:37) de Terreros moves in close and knocks McAllister out with a single brutal right uppercut from beneath the guard! What a punch! (Rd 2 - 04:33) Mauricio de Terreros takes the victory by way of knock out! Official Result: Mauricio de Terreros defeats Lloyd 'The K.O. Kid' McAllister (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:27 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Mauricio de Terreros thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his famiily, friends, and supporters. Mauricio de Terreros, asked about the knock out, says that he managed to land that last punch perfectly and that he knows that he can always rely on his punching power. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Diego "Apocalypse" Arteta (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Saltillo, Mexico, Favorite: -710) vs. Bokkai "Thunder" Iida (21-15, 1-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Underdog: +560) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Benjamin Milligan III, and Gregory C. James. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:49) Arteta forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Iida throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Arteta lands a left hand and then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:29) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Circling, Iida clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Arteta hits a left jab and then hits Iida with a beautiful right uppercut! (Rd 1 - 04:02) It's a knock out! Iida is down and out! (Rd 1 - 03:54) The winner, by knock out; Diego Arteta! Official Result: Diego 'Apocalypse' Arteta defeats Bokkai 'Thunder' Iida (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:06 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Bokkai Iida announces that he feels that the time is right to announce his retirement from the sport. Post-Fight: Diego Arteta thanks everyone connected to Camp Ortega for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Diego Arteta celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. There's no doubt that Diego Arteta benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Cooper "The Phoenix" Richardson (14-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Chicago, Illinois, Favorite: -1200) vs. Kush Singh (3-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Coventry, England, Underdog: +950)/div> Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Cooper Richardson praises his team at Pittsburgh Steel, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He then taunts Domingo de Vivanco for "ducking me" like "the coward you are". CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Thunder And Lightning" Tyler Lass (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: San Diego, California, Favorite: -1100) vs. Eli "The Farm Boy" Harris (10-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Boise, Idaho, Underdog: +870) Round 1 Post-Fight: Tyler Lass thanks everyone connected to Bear Pit for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Tyler Lass celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. There's not doubt that Tyler Lass benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Roger "The Prince" Quince (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Devon, England, Favorite: -150) vs. "The Human Time Bomb" Robert Darrell (15-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Norwich, England, Underdog: +110) Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 Round 5 Post-Fight: Roger Quince name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he has a lot of respect for Robert Darrell and praises his toughness. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Iain "The Elite" Fussell (10-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Newcastle, England, Favorite: -640) vs. Ats Kruglov (6-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Estonia, Underdog: +510) Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Post-Fight: Iain Fussell thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that it's a shame that Piotr Dabrowski is too much of a coward to face him because otherwise that'd be a good fight. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Evgeni Medtner (25-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Novosibirsk, Russia, Favorite: -760) vs. Christakis Boutzikos (8-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Thessaloniki, Greece, Underdog: +600) Round 1 Post-Fight: Evgeni Medtner thanks everybody connected to St. Petersburg Elite for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He is asked who he'd like to face in his next fight. He brings up the name of Fukusaburu Hirano and says that would be an interesting fight. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Magnum" David Allen (17-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Gilbert, Arizona, Favorite: -1200) vs. Bernhard Moltmann (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Hamburg, Germany, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Post-Fight: David Allen thanks everyone connected to American Cage Fighters for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. David Allen says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Templeton "The Body" Crumb (22-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Durban, South Africa, Favorite: -720) vs. Craig Hulme (6-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Calgary, Alberta, Underdog: +570) Round 1 Round 2 Post-Fight: Templeton Crumb thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Spew Monkey" Kenneth Toadspew (14-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Sydney, Australia, Favorite: -1010) vs. "The All American" Ryan Beeker (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Atlanta, Georgia, Underdog: +800) Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 Round 5 Post-Fight: Kenneth Toadspew thanks everyone connected to Euro Team Thunder for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Kenneth Toadspew celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. There's no doubt that Kenneth Toadspew benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Simon "Hell Boy" Vine (24-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Temagami, Ontario, Favorite: -270) vs. "The Unbreakable" Gideon Navarro (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Honolulu, Hawaii, Underdog: +210) Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 Round 5 Post-Fight: Simon Vine thanks everyone connected to Slaughterhouse for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. While he's not a great talker, Simon Vine has the looks to get a reaction all the same. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Mad Dog" Gabriel Gallego (20-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Buenos Aires, Argentina, Favorite: -1200) vs. Christopher "The Postman" Earle (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Tulsa, Oklahoma, Underdog: +950) Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Gabriel Gallego praises his team at Brazilian Estrela Academy, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Gabriel Gallego says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. He knows how to use these interviews to sell himself. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Fukusaburu Hirano (15-2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -740) vs. "The Latino Wildcat" Agustin Gonzalez (14-5, 1-0 CTC, From: La Paz, Mexico, Underdog: +590) Round 1 Post-Fight: Fukusaburu Hirano thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Vikram Sithalyan would be a particularly good contest. Fukusaburu Hirano can certainly talk and it makes him very marketable as a result. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Bobby "All-Star" Brubaker (15-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Calgary, Alberta, Favorite: -630) vs. "The Architect" Guy Moss (1-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Detroit, Michigan, Underdog: +500) Round 1 Round 2 Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Bobby Brubaker praises his team at Strike Force, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Bobby Brubaker celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. This was a charismatic performance from a very good talker. MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Spanish Silk" Julio Regueiro (25-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Madrid, Spain, Favorite: -1050) vs. Mily Golovanov (8-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Kazan, Russia, Underdog: +830) Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 Round 5 Round 6 Round 7 Round 8 Round 9 Post-Fight: Julio Regueiro thanks everyone connected to Gothenburg Submission Fighting for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Julio Regueiro celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. Julio Regueiro did great in this interview. Attendance: 234 Gate Reciepts: $18,533 Sponsorship: $24,615 Ad Revenue: $618,491 Merchandise: $3,775 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $218,498) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Julio Regueiro $49,130 Mily Golovanov $1,722 Bobby Brubaker $18,870 Guy Moss $147 Fukusaburu Hirano $22,510 Agustin Gonzalez $2,706 Perf: Hirano: $5,000 Gabriel Gallego $11,800 Christopher Earle $1,354 KotN: Gallego: $5,000 Simon Vine $6,120 Gideon Navarro $2,090 Kenneth Toadspew $4,250 Ryan Beeker $1,722 Templeton Crumb $4,080 Craig Hulme $2,214 David Allen $10,950 Bernhard Moltmann $1,722 SotN: Allen: $5,000 Evgeni Medtner $4,009 Christakis Boutzikos $1,722 Iain Fussell $17,440 Ats Kruglov $17,090 FotN: Both: $10,000 Perf: Both: $5,000 Roger Quince $1,682 Robert Darrell $2,255 Tyler Lass $3,450 Eli Harris $1,332 Cooper Richardson $7,152 Kush Singh $6,537 Perf: Both: $5,000 Diego Arteta $2,700 Bokkai Iida $2,255 Mauricio de Terreros $2,460 Lloyd McAllister $2,200 Kichisaburo Morri $3,382 Marko Prochazka $1,435 Drug Testing: $18,016 Production: $20,937 Profit: $407,963 Critical Rating: 78% Commercial Rating: 67% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +4.5% 78.0% (High Level Regional) USA +4.0% 82.1% (High Level Regional) UK +3.6% 77.6% (High Level Regional) Europe +2.5% 51.5% (Mid Level Regional) Australia +2.2% 60.3% (Mid Level Regional) Japan +3.6% 64.7% (Mid Level Regional) Asia +2.5% 57.5% (Mid Level Regional) Russia +1.5% 49.0% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +2.5% 56.8% (Mid Level Regional) South America +3.6% 74.0% (High Level Regional) Central America +1.3% 57.5% (Mid Level Regional) Africa +1.5% 32.3% (Low Level Regional) News - Bokkai Iida announced his retirement from the Sport following his loss to Diego Arteta. He retires with a professional record of 21-16, with a promotional record of 1-1 with the CTC, including a Split Decision victory over Jakuchu Sekozawa at Canadian Tournament Combat 14 in the first round of the Welterweight Championship Tournament, and a first round knock out loss to Diego Arteta at Canadian Tournament Combat 41 in the second round of the tournament. - Marko Prochazka announced his retirement from the sport following his loss to Kichisaburo Morri. He retires with a professional record of 23-17, with a promotional record of 1-1 with CTC, including a first round submission victory over Benni Peyroux at Canadian Tournament Combat 13 in the first round of the Welterweight Championship Tournament, and a Unanimous Decision loss to Kichisaburo Morri at Canadian Tournament Combat 41 in the second round of the tournament. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Mily Golovanov, Guy Moss, Agustin Gonzalez, Christopher Earle, Gideon Navarro, Ryan Beeker, Bernhard Moltmann, Christakis Boutzikos, Ats Kruglov, Robert Darrell, Eli Harris, Kush Singh, and Lloyd McAllister. - The services of Craig Hulme have been retained per Canadian Fighter rules. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows None Predictions None

Friday, Week 3, July 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Spanish Silk" Julio Regueiro (25-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #2, Favorite: -1050) vs. Mily Golovanov (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #130, Underdog: +830) Julio Regueiro is one of the smoothest, most fluid fighters in the business, a fact that has earned him the nickname "Spanish Silk". The Welterweight from Madrid is one of the top Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu predators in Mixed Martial Arts and supplements his ground skills with some dynamic kick boxing attacks too, making him one of the most well-rounded fighters in the sport. A two-time GAMMA Welterweight champion, his fighting skills and great personal charm have made him a big draw for the company. He is coming off a third round submission victory over Gabriel Gallego that won him back the GAMMA Welterweight title. Mily Golovanov is a Russian grappler, who is all about control, using his ability to smother opponent and shut down their offense to win himself fights. Tough to submit, he also has an under-rated ground game, with several good submissions at his disposal. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Kojuro Ijichi in the first round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Bobby "All-Star" Brubaker (15-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #10, Favorite: -630) vs. "The Architect" Guy Moss (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #138, Underdog: +500) Bobby Brubaker is a Canadian Taekwondo expert, a dangerous Welterweight competitor who, based upon the amount of knock outs he has achieved, appears to have dynamite in his left hand. After blasting through the GAMMA Welterweight division he caused a huge upset when he beat Julio Regueiro to take the title at GAMMA Battle Lines 3. Although he lost the title in his very next fight, he is now firmly established as one of the big names in the division. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Rufus Stephens in GAMMA. Guy Moss is a superb wrestler who came close to making the US Olympic team, who has a reputation of being one of MMA's smartest fighters, not only in terms of his general intelligence, but also his "Fight IQ" as he is an expert in identifying and exposing opponents weaknesses. His striking is a weak point, but if he can improve upon that then he will become a potential major player. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Orlando de Carvalho in the first round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Fukusaburu Hirano (15-2-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #18, Favorite: -740) vs. "The Latino Wildcat" Augustin Gonzalez (14-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #146, Underdog: +590) Fukusaburu Hirano is one of the most versatile fighters in the world, a Japanese Welterweight star, who is a supremely dangerous striker who can more than handle himself on the ground too. Perhaps his only weakness is his mediocre grappling, which can be exposed, especially as like most eastern fighters he does not cut weight and so is often considerably smaller when competeing against western talent. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Noach Van Der Capellen in an unsuccessful challenge for the ALPHA-1 Welterweight title. Agustin Gonzalez is a good amateur wrestler, who likes to get in close and either punish his opponent with dirty boxing or smother him with grappling. He is noted for his strong cardio, which means that very few opponents can keep up with him in long fights. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Fabio Santoro in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Mad Dog" Gabriel Gallego (20-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #7, Favorite: -1200) vs. Christopher "The Postman" Earle (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #122, Underdog: +950) Gabriel Gallego, the "Mad Dog", is one of the most savagely violent fighters in Mixed Martial Arts. Famous for his vicious elbow and knee strikes, the Argentinian is known for his running feud with pretty much any fighter from Brazil, a campaign of violence that has led to him being called "Brazil's Most Wanted". GAMMA poached him from FLB in March 1999 and three fights later he was their Welterweight champion after stopping Bobby Brubaker in his trademark violent style. He is coming off a third round submission loss to Julio Regueiro where he lost the GAMMA Welterweight title. Christopher Earle is known as "The Postman" because he supposedly always delivers, and possibly also because he actually was one prior to turning his hand to pro MMA, he is a kick boxer whose primary threat comes from his heavy hands. He's a bit ragged technique-wise, and his awful wrestling and ground game are big holes in his skill set. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Lee Bould in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Simon "Hell Boy" Vine (24-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #26, Favorite: -270) vs. "The Unbreakable" Gideon Navarro (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #154, Underdog: +210) Simon Vine is one of the most bruising Welterweights around, a strong wrestler who loves to control opponents, wear them down with attacks from the clinch, put them on the mat, and then bludgeon them with ground and pound attacks. His memorable look will of course do little to hurt his career either. A long-time ALPHA-1 fighter, he has fought for the Welterweight title once during his career. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Chew Chua in ALPHA-1. Gideon Navarro is a potential MMA superstar, a naturally talented fighter who combines excellent physical gifts with strong technique. At heart he is a wrestler and submission artist, at his best when taking down an opponent and applying joint locks, but he is also a technically sound striker too. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Thoki Murasaki in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Spew Monkey" Kenneth Toadspew (14-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #23, Favorite: -1010) vs. "The All American" Ryan Beeker (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #151, Underdog: +800) Kenneth Toadspew is a tough Australian Welterweight fighter, a specialist in controlling opponents and shutting their attacks down. He is sometimes called "Spew The Glue" because once he has a hold of someone he is almost impossible to get free from. His greatest achievement in MMA thusfar has been winning the SIGMA Welterweight title by defeating Evgeni Medtner in April 1999. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Alberto Basora where he lost the SIGMA Welterweight title. Ryan Beeker is a very bright prospect, a star wrestler in college, racking up one of the most impressive win-loss records around. His excellent wrestling is his strongest weapon when it comes to MMA, but he is also starting to show skills in other areas too. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Yoichi Kubo in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Templeton "The Body" Crumb (22-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #15, Favorite: -720) vs. Craig Hulme (6-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #143, Underdog: +570) Templeton Crumb is an ultra-tough South African fighter, who was quite successful as an amateur boxer, and it's those skills that he brings to the table as his primary weapons in MMA. Although he does not possess true knock out power, he has the fundamental boxing skills that most mixed martial artists lack, and so is able to gradually pick opponents apart over time. He has been one of SIGMA's most consistent stars since he debuted for them in 1996. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Carmelo Rossi in SIGMA. Craig Hulme is probably the only male model turned mixed martial artist in the world, and has been learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for many years and that's the strongest aspect of his MMA game. His striking and grappling are less accomplished, but they're still solid. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Nelson Angelo in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Magnum" David Allen (17-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #31, Favorite: -1200) vs. Berhard Moltmann (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #96, Underdog: +950) David Allen is a jack-of-all-trades, and one of the hardest working men in MMA. Dedicated to the sport, he has worked hard on all aspects of his game and as a result has no glaring weaknesses and can comfortably compete with just about anyone. The one and only criticism he can draw is that he lacks the power to finish opponents off. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Manuel Silva in GAMMA. Bernhard Moltmann is a German kick boxer, a southpaw who is well known for his lethal big left hand and love of punishing leg kicks. His biggest issues have always seemed to be mental, he has a reputation for being lazy in training and missed weight several times during his amateur boxing career. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Fausto Barbosa in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Evgeni Medtner (25-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #55, Favorite: -760) vs. Christakis Boutzikos (8-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #74, Underdog: +600) Evgeni Medtner has been one of Europe's top fighters for many years, and is a true all-rounder who was amongst the first in the sport to really develope skills in striking, grappling, and on the ground. A very tough opponent for anyone, he has the skills to beat anyone on his day. He was the first ever SIGMA Welterweight champion. He is coming off a third round submission victory over Roland Furtwangler in the first round of the tournament. Christakis Boutzikos is a tough customer from Greece, who is able to box and grapple equally well, resulting in a versatile style of attack. The one criticism against him is that he's often content to simply lie on top of his opponent and ride his way to a decision. He turned pro in '96 and was fighting for SIGMA by the tail end of the following year. After racking up five straight wins in the promotion against low level talent, 2001 saw him exposed somewhat when both Ern Fathoui and Benni Peyroux defeated him with some degree of ease. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Isao Nagamoto in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Iain "The Elite" Fussell (10-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Favorite: -640) vs. Ats Kruglov (6-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Underdog: +510) Iain Fussell is a versatile fighter, who is able to strike and wrestle but is at his best on the ground where he can cause real problems. The man known as "The Elite" joined BCF in 1998 as part of their Welterweight division and has since established himself as a solid hand who is a real threat to all but the elite. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Akahito Matsumoto in the first round of the tournament. Ats Kruglov is a young Estonian fighter who employs a low-risk approach to MMA, generally working from the clinch to get his opponent down in position for submissions. After winning his first three professional bouts he was surprisingly picked up by BCF to be part of their Welterweight division. He made a good start to life in the company, winning both of his first two fights in impressive fashion with armbar submissions. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Oleksandro Hlushko in the first round of the tournament. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Roger "The Prince" Quince (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #194, Favorite: -150) vs. "The Human Time Bomb" Robert Darrell (15-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Underdog: +110) Roger Quince is a highly skilled Judoka, who possesses excellent trips and throws that make him a very hard opponent to grapple with. On top of that, he has good submission skills, especially his wide range of armbars. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Viacheslav Chaliapin in the first round of the tournament. Robert Darrell is a competent kick boxer, who is known for exploding onto opponents and using "punches in bunches", stringing together strikes in small flurries. He doesn't really have the power to stop most people, but he does strike with such volume that he always has the potential to snatch victories via the judges. A regular with BCF, despite being a fan favorite thanks to his style in recent years he has fallen further and further from relevancy in the Welterweight division as the losses have piled up. He is coming off a fourth round TKO victory over Bart Diggs in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Thunder And Lightning" Tyler Lass (9-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #39, Favorite: -1100) vs. Eli "Farm Boy" Harris (10-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #90, Underdog: +870) Tyler Lass is a bright prospect from San Diego. An all-rounder, he is improving rapidly as he gains experience, and has already cemented a reputation for his exceptional takedown defence. He joined GAMMA in 1997 and was undefeated all the way to 2000 when he got knocked out by future Welterweight champion Bobby Brubaker. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Alan Kendall in GAMMA. Eli Harris compiled a very good win-loss record as an amateur wrestler, and moved into MMA in 1996. He has struggled in the professional ranks, primarily due to his lack of striking and the fact that he has a suspect chin, and doesn't look like he is going to amount to much more than a regional level competitor. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Humbert Gest in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Cooper "The Phoenix" Richardson (14-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Favorite: -1200) vs. Kish Singh (3-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #82, Underdog: +950) Cooper Richardson started competeing in MMA back in 1994 and was intially extremely active on the local circuit, fighting whenever he could. A one-dimensional wrestler, he was nothing special and never really got on anyone's radar. Joining Halvorsen's in 1997 proved to be the best thing that could happen to him, he improved by leaps and bounds, and by the time GAMMA signed him in late 2000 he was a much more versatile fighter. He now calls himself "The Phoenix" in reference to his career turnaround. He won by second round submission over Ronan Mary in the first round of the tournament. Kush Singh is a young Welterweight, who comes from a kick boxing background and has some good solid technical skills at his disposal. Still very green, if given time he may develope into a good competitor. He has been fighting for BCF since June 2001 and is also a member of the KO Fighters team. He is coming off a fourth round submission victory over Howie Galt in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Diego "Apocalypse" Arteta (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #42, Favorite: -710) vs. Bokkai "Thunder" Iida (21-15, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #170, Underdog: +560) Diego Arteta is a potential future star, who is already a highly respected kick boxer in his homeland of Mexico. Renowned for his exceptional boxing skill and stunning punching power, his elite level striking skills are something that has been rarely seen in MMA so far, he has the potential to be one of the best Welterweights of all-time. After racking up several quick wins on the local circuit, GAMMA signed him in 2001. True to form, he marked his debut with a violent KO win. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Felix Mattherson Jr. in is GAMMA debut. Bokkai Iida is a Jiu-Jitsu based fighter, who can be quite dangerous on the ground with his submission skills, but is very poor standing up and struggles against strikers who have good takedown defence. A veteran of well over thirty fights, the end of his career is fast approaching. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Jakuchu Sekozawa in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Lloyd "The K.O. Kid" McAllister (17-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #34, Favorite: -280) vs. Mauricio de Terreros (7-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #95, Underdog: +220) Lloyd McAllister is a decent kick boxer who packs quite a punch. On his day he can be a danger to any Welterweight who will stand and trade with him. He made his GAMMA debut in 2000 after making a name for himself on the local circuit, only to get off to a rough 0-2 start, albeit against, two of the elite in Gabriel Gallego and Julio Regueiro. He finally scored his first GAMMA win in August 2001, a year after his debut, when he beat Dana Delaney by Unanimous Decision. Mauricio de Terreros is a kick boxer, who looks set to be a very dangerous competitor thanks to his powerful punches, which give him the ability to change the course of a fight in an instant. The rest of his MMA game is a work in progress, but that crazy power should keep him safe while he improves on the rest. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Wawrzyniec Dygasinski in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Kichisaburo Morri (14-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #50, Underdog: +270) vs. "The Man of Steel" Marko Prochazka (23-16, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #178, Favorite: -350) Kichisaburo Morri is a grappler, whose strength is in getting hold of opponents and smothering them, draining both their will to win and the audience's will to keep watching. He has little else in his MMA arsenal. A strong start to his career took him all the way to an ALPHA-1 Welterweight title shot in early 1996, but since then he has been exposed as being a very ordinary fighter indeed and it would be a minor miracle if he ever found his way to another title bout in ALPHA-1. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Washington Nogueira Santos in the first round of the tournament. Marko Prochazka is a rugged fighter from Croatia, who can be a difficult opponent to face due to his grappling and submission skills. He has gotten the nickname "The Man of Steel" because of his ability to withstand a lot of punishment. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Benni Peyroux in the first round of the tournament. Weigh-In Results Julio Regueiro (170 lbs) vs. Mily Golovanov (170 lbs) Bobby Brubaker (170 lbs) vs. Guy Moss (170 lbs) Fukusaburu Hirano (170 lbs) vs. Agustin Gonzalez (170 lbs) Gabriel Gallego (170 lbs) vs. Christopher Earle (170 lbs) Simon Vine (170 lbs) vs. Gideon Navarro (170 lbs) Kenneth Toadspew (170 lbs) vs. Ryan Beeker (170 lbs) Templeton Crumb (170 lbs) vs. Craig Hulme (170 lbs) David Allen (170 lbs) vs. Bernhard Moltmann (170 lbs) Evgeni Medtner (170 lbs) vs. Christakis Boutzikos (170 lbs) Iain Fussell (170 lbs) vs. Ats Kruglov (170 lbs) Roger Quince (170 lbs) vs. Robert Darrell (170 lbs) Tyler Lass (170 lbs) vs. Eli Harris (170 lbs) Cooper Richardson (170 lbs) vs. Kush Singh (170 lbs) Diego Arteta (170 lbs) vs. Bokkai Iida (170 lbs) Lloyd McAllister (170 lbs) vs. Mauricio de Terreros (170 lbs) Kichisaburo Morri (170 lbs) vs. Marko Prochazka (170 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 41 Full Fight Card WW: Julio Regueiro vs. Mily Golovanov WW: Bobby Brubaker vs. Guy Moss WW: Fukusaburo Hirano vs. Agustin Gonzalez WW: Gabriel Gallego vs. Christopher Earle WW: Simon Vine vs. Gideon Navarro WW: Kenneth Toadspew vs. Ryan Beeker WW: Templeton Crumb vs. Craig Hulme WW: David Allen vs. Bernhard Moltmann WW: Evgeni Medtner vs. Christakis Boutzikos WW: Iain Fussell vs. Ats Kruglov WW: Roger Quince vs. Robert Darrell WW: Tyler Lass vs. Eli Harris WW: Cooper Richardson vs. Kush Singh WW: Diego Arteta vs. Bokkai Iida WW: Lloyd McAllister vs. Mauricio de Terreros WW: Kichisaburo Morri vs. Marko Prochazka

Saturday, Week 2, July 2002 Live From Edmonton, Alberta PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Jayden Karp (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Blackpool, England, Favorite: -500) vs. "Red Fury" Pavel Radulov (9-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Samara, Russia, Underdog: +390) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:49) Karp can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Radulov with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:49) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Radulov. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Karp initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Radulov misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Karp throws a one-two, but Radulov was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Karp aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Radulov can't connect with a jab, but then catches Karp with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Without taking too much damage, Karp is able to clinch with Radulov. (Rd 1 - 04:00) With control of the clinch, Karp tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Karp has the takedown and gets side control from it. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Karp tries to lock Radulov into a kimura. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Karp gets a kimura fully applied! (Rd 1 - 03:48) No! He pops free. That was really close. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Radulov remains stuck under side control though. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Radulov tries to sweep Karp, but only succeeds in giving up his back! (Rd 1 - 03:08) Karp attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Radulov stops Karp from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Radulov tries to move Karp off his back but can't. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Karp tries to finish Radulov off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Karp gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Radulov has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 02:00) Jayden Karp takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Jayden Karp defeats 'Red Fury' Pavel Radulov (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.> Post-Fight: Jayden Karp thanks everyone connected to KO Fighters for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He takes the microphone and calls out Brad Wyman again, repeating that "he won't fight me because he knows that I'll win". He knows how to use these interviews to sell himself. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Fight Night Delight" Delroy Rhodes (12-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Denver, Colorado, Favorite: -390) vs. Rodolfo de Souza (9-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Underdog: +310) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:19) The two fighters strike, but without success. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Rhodes doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Rodolfo misses a jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:03) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Rodolfo lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Rhodes uses a left jab and also hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:47) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Rodolfo misses a jab but lands a low kick. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Rhodes scores with a left hook to the side of the body. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Rhodes forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Rodolfo throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Rhodes can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Rodolfo with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Rhodes comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Rodolfo tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Rhodes throws a one-two, but Rodolfo was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 02:45) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Rhodes counters a right hand with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 02:33) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Rhodes comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Rhodes moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Rhodes throws a one-two, but Rodolfo was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 01:47) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Rhodes slips past a right hook and counters with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a low kick that narrowly misses. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Rhodes comes forward. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Rhodes looks to pressure Rodolfo, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Rhodes fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Rodolfo with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:06) Rhodes attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:06) Rodolfo lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:06) Rhodes can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Rodolfo with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:51) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Rhodes attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Rodolfo manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 00:20) A jab hits home from Rhodes and then he scores with a spinning back kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Rhodes, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) Rhodes steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Rodolfo fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 04:55) A jab is wide from Rhodes, but then he catches Rodolfo with a right kick to the head. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Rhodes hits a couple of minor left hands, but Rodolfo avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:16) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Rhodes is off-target with a jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Rodolfo hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Rodolfo hits a left jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Rhodes misses a jab but scores with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:33) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Rhodes dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Rhodes is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 03:16) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Rhodes has a right hand blocked. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Rodolfo doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:33) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Rodolfo misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:14) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 2 - 01:39) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 2 - 01:06) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:06) Rhodes counters a right hand with a left jab and a spinning kick. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Rhodes initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Rodolfo manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Rhodes lands a left jab but can't connect with a spinning back kick. (Rd 2 - 00:17) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Rhodes, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Rhodes ahead 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:53) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 3 - 04:28) A jab is wide from Rhodes, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:12) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Rhodes scores with a left hook. Rodolfo lands a left jab but can't get a kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 03:53) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Rhodes moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Rodolfo looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Rhodes simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 03:28) A jab hits home from Rhodes and then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Rodolfo misses a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Rhodes hits a couple of jabs but misses with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Rodolfo is not able to compete with Rhodes in a striking battle, he is getting badly out-struck. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Rhodes is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 02:44) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 3 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Rodolfo uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Rhodes uses a left jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:12) Rodolfo is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Rhodes misses a jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Rodolfo misses with a left jab and also misses with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:44) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 01:44) Rhodes slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a clean right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:33) Rodolfo has a broad grin on his face, proof if proof was needed that that last punch really stung. (Rd 3 - 01:20) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:20) Rodolfo misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Rhodes to attack with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 01:11) Rhodes looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 3 - 01:11) Rodolfo tries to lock his legs around the waist of Rhodes, wanting to pull him down to the floor. (Rd 3 - 01:11) The attempt is unsuccessful, Rhodes blocked it and takes control of the grappling. (Rd 3 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:56) Rhodes tries to suck Rodolfo to the ground by wrapping his legs around the waist and pulling guard. (Rd 3 - 00:56) Rodolfo defends against it well, and takes control of the clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Wanting to take it to the ground, Rodolfo attempts to drag Rhodes down into his guard. (Rd 3 - 00:36) The attempt doesn't work, Rhodes blocked it and takes control of the clinch as a result. (Rd 3 - 00:19) Rhodes tries to take Rodolfo down. (Rd 3 - 00:19) The takedown doesn't work, Rodolfo blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Rhodes took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Rodolfo, he's running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:52) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 4 - 04:38) Rhodes is looking really tired. (Rd 4 - 04:30) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:30) Rhodes counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 4 - 04:13) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:13) Rhodes has a right hook blocked. (Rd 4 - 04:13) Rodolfo is off target with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 4 - 03:44) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 03:44) Rodolfo misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Rhodes to attack with a quick left jab and a great right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:21) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 03:21) Rodolfo misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Rhodes attacks with a left jab and a powerful straight right! (Rd 4 - 03:14) Rodolfo hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 4 - 03:14) Rhodes quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Rodolfo! (Rd 4 - 03:14) Rhodes is too slow though, and Rodolfo is back up. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Rodolfo hits a left jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Rhodes hits a jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 4 - 02:42) A few deep breaths betray that Rodolfo is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 4 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:28) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 02:28) Rodolfo lands a leg kick. (Rd 4 - 02:28) Rhodes hits a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 4 - 02:00) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 02:00) Rodolfo is off target with a left jab but lands a low kick. (Rd 4 - 02:00) Rhodes lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 4 - 01:49) Rhodes looks very, very tired. (Rd 4 - 01:49) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:49) With control of the clinch, Rodolfo tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 4 - 01:49) The takedown doesn't work, Rhodes blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 4 - 01:26) Rhodes grabs an arm and tries and pull Rodolfo down to the ground into his guard. (Rd 4 - 01:26) Rodolfo defends against it well, and takes control of the clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:14) Rodolfo tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 01:14) Rodolfo can't get Rhodes down to the ground. (Rd 4 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 00:59) Rodolfo attempts to wrestle Rhodes to the ground. (Rd 4 - 00:59) Rhodes blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 4 - 00:41) Rodolfo looks very tired out there. (Rd 4 - 00:41) Rodolfo seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart. (Rd 4 - 00:11) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 00:11) Rodolfo hits a left hand. (Rd 4 - 00:11) Rhodes misses with a left jab but hits a good right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Rhodes, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Rodolfo winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:45) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:45) Rodolfo misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Rodolfo scores with a jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Rhodes uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:04) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:04) Rodolfo misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a nice right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:40) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 5 - 03:40) Rhodes goes to the legs with a low kick. (Rd 5 - 03:40) Rodolfo is off target with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Rodolfo limps slightly as he circles. (Rd 5 - 03:16) Rhodes looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:16) A jab is wide from Rhodes, but then he hits Rodolfo with a beautiful right uppercut! (Rd 5 - 03:16) Rodolfo is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 5 - 03:02) Rhodes moves in quickly, kneeling beside Rodolfo and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 5 - 03:02) Rhodes unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Rodolfo. (Rd 5 - 02:50) Rhodes looks totally gassed. (Rd 5 - 02:50) Rhodes tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 5 - 02:50) Rodolfo fights the attempted mount off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 5 - 02:37) Rhodes ends up in half guard. (Rd 5 - 02:17) Rhodes tries to pass the half guard. (Rd 5 - 02:17) He passes but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins. (Rd 5 - 02:06) Rhodes somehow manages to come out on top of Rodolfo in north-south position. (Rd 5 - 01:53) Rodolfo takes a knee strike to the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 01:35) Rodolfo is able to break free from the north-south position and scramble for position. (Rd 5 - 01:20) The scramble leaves Rhodes on his back pulling guard. (Rd 5 - 01:05) Rodolfo attempts to pass guard. (Rd 5 - 01:05) Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Rodolfo throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 5 - 00:10) Rodolfo pounds away and Rhodes struggles to deal with them. (Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Rhodes, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making 'The Fight Night Delight' Delroy Rhodes the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'The Fight Night Delight' Delroy Rhodes defeats Rodolfo de Souza (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Delroy gives a name-check to everyone at Pittsburgh Steel, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Delroy Rhodes celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. A lively, charismatic speaker, Delroy Rhodes is great at using these interviews to sell himself. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Bussho "Nurse Shark" Maruyama (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Favorite: -980) vs. Jerome "Retribution" Atkins (2-1, 1-0 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +780) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Atkins counters a right hand with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 04:28) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Atkins slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a great left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:07) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Maruyama, but Atkins was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:07) A one-two from Atkins fails to land. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Atkins lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Maruyama hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Maruyama misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Atkins attacks with a right jab and a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 02:59) Atkins comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:59) Maruyama may have been setting up to shoot, but Atkins aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:59) Atkins connects with a jab, but Maruyama avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 02:44) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Atkins closes in on Maruyama, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Atkins throws a hook to the body, but Maruyama steps back to avoid it. (Rd 1 - 01:49) There's a takedown attempt from Maruyama. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Atkins almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Maruyama has hold of one leg. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Maruyama can't get Atkins down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:35) With the cage trapping Atkins, Maruyama looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 1 - 01:35) The takedown is completed, Maruyama would not be denied. (Rd 1 - 01:35) The takedown leaves Atkins seated with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:13) Maruyama attempts to guillotine Atkins, who is stuck against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:13) Atkins stops Maruyama from applying it. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Atkins, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Maruyama attempts to guillotine Atkins, who is stuck against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Atkins doesn't allow the guillotine to be applied. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Atkins, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There is a buzz building around the crowd, they can smell a potential upset here. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:48) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Maruyama uses a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Atkins uses a right jab but finds his left cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:25) Atkins slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right jab and a low kick that can't connect. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Maruyama shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Atkins almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Maruyama holds the other. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Maruyama can't get Atkins down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Maruyama shows his grappling ability by trapping Atkins up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:37) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Maruyama drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 2 - 02:32) The takedown is successful, Atkins goes down. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Maruyama ends up holding a seated Atkins around the waist, pressing him up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:02) Maruyama tries to improve his position. (Rd 2 - 02:02) He is much too good for Atkins, and gets the mount! (Rd 2 - 01:14) Maruyama tries to ensnare Atkins in an armbar. (Rd 2 - 01:14) The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Atkins has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 00:54) Bussho 'Nurse Shark' Maruyama takes the win by submission! Official Result: Bussho 'Nurse Shark' Maruyama defeats Jerome 'Retribution' Atkins (Submission (Armbar) in 4:06 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Bussho Maruyama praises his team at Tiger Claw Academy, his various sponors, and the fans who came out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Eli Harris would be a particularly good contest. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Konosuke Shirahata (10-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -150) vs. Gus "Buster" Fitzpatrick (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Underdog: +110) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Fitzpatrick looks a lot heavier than his opponent now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Moving forward constantly, Fitzpatrick is pressuring Shirahata. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Shirahata fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Fitzpatrick hits a left hand but Shirahata avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:22) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Fitzpatrick hits a left hand, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Shirahata shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Shirahata gets hold of a leg but Fitzpatrick remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Shirahata can't get Fitzpatrick down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Showing his ability to exert control, Shirahata smothers Fitzpatrick up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Shirahata and Fitzpatrick remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Smothered against the cage, Fitzpatrick cannot get free. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Thirty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 1 - 01:49) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Shirahata acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Fitzpatrick slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:29) The big reach advantage that Fitzpatrick has was evident there. (Rd 1 - 01:22) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Fitzpatrick steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Shirahata hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Fitzpatrick feints one way, throwing Shirahata off balance, then steps to the other side. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Fitzpatrick can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Shirahata with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Fitzpatrick comes forward, walking down Shirahata. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Shirahata hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:43) A jab is wide from Fitzpatrick, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Fitzpatrick uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Shirahata had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Fitzpatrick hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round certainly got the fans going. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Fitzpatrick. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:50) Fitzpatrick stalks forward, pressuring Shirahata. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Shirahata fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Fitzpatrick throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 04:31) There's a takedown attempt from Shirahata. (Rd 2 - 04:31) He has the takedown! Fitzpatrick pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 04:31) It took two attempts, but he finally completes a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:18) The clock runs down as Fitzpatrick is being smothered against the ground by Shirahata. (Rd 2 - 03:56) For the moment Shirahata is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Fitzpatrick works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position. (Rd 2 - 03:27) There wasn't enough separation though, Shirahata is able to catch him and secure side control. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Shirahata looks to get a mount. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Fitzpatrick keeps Shirahata at side control, not letting the mount happen. (Rd 2 - 02:20) Fitzpatrick tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Shirahata throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 01:41) Shirahata fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 01:11) Shirahata blocks Fitzpatrick as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:56) Shirahata throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Fitzpatrick tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Shirahata pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Fitzpatrick. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Fitzpatrick tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Shirahata, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) By my reckoning we're dead level at 19-19. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:54) Fitzpatrick initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Shirahata hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Fitzpatrick connects with a jab but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 04:33) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 3 - 04:05) Fitzpatrick initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:05) Shirahata manages a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 04:05) Fitzpatrick throws a one-two, but Shirahata was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Fitzpatrick comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Shirahata scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Fitzpatrick throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Shirahata avoids them all. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Fitzpatrick initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Shirahata misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Fitzpatrick can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:20) Fitzpatrick is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Fitzpatrick moves in on Shirahata, preparing to throw. (Rd 3 - 03:10) A jab hits home from Fitzpatrick and then he scores with a fantastic right cross! (Rd 3 - 03:10) Shirahata wobbles, then falls! (Rd 3 - 03:03) Moving quickly, Fitzpatrick comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps! (Rd 3 - 03:03) Fitzpatrick is too slow though, and Shirahata is back up. (Rd 3 - 02:36) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 3 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:10) Fitzpatrick comes forward. (Rd 3 - 02:10) Fitzpatrick moves into the pocket. (Rd 3 - 02:10) A jab lands from Fitzpatrick but Shirahata avoids a big right. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Fitzpatrick comes forward, walking down Shirahata. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Fitzpatrick moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Shirahata. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Fitzpatrick lands a jab and then he hits Shirahata with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 01:36) A jab hits home from Fitzpatrick and then he catches Shirahata with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Shirahata hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Fitzpatrick can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw! (Rd 3 - 01:13) Shirahata is knocked down! (Rd 3 - 01:06) Fitzpatrick moves in quickly, kneeling beside Shirahata and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 3 - 01:06) Fitzpatrick pounds away and Shirahata eats a few big strikes. (Rd 3 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Fitzpatrick pounds away but Shirahata deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 3 - 00:40) Shirahata tries to pull guard on Fitzpatrick but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 3 - 00:24) Fitzpatrick pounds away on Shirahata but can't land anything significant. (Rd 3 - 00:12) Fitzpatrick blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. ( Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Fitzpatrick, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Fitzpatrick ahead 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:48) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 4 - 04:31) Fitzpatrick fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Moving around, Shirahata is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 4 - 04:09) A jab is wide from Fitzpatrick, but then he hits Shirahata with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:09) That last punch may have landed badly, Fitzpatrick is shaking it out as if his hand got damaged. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Any sort of major damage to the hand is going to cause Fitzpatrick some major problems. (Rd 4 - 03:49) A tired Fitzpatrick moves forward, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 03:49) The takedown is unsuccessful, Shirahata sprawled well to block it and manages to push Fitzpatrick down so that he is on his hands and knees. (Rd 4 - 03:27) Shirahata pounds away on Fitzpatrick, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 4 - 03:27) Referee Leo Behan jumps in and saves Fitzpatrick from taking any more shots! (Rd 4 - 03:12) By TKO, the winner is Konosuke Shirahata! Official Result: Konosuke Shirahata defeats Gus 'Buster' Fitzpatrick (TKO (Strikes) in 1:48 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Konosuke Shirahata thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He is asked who he'd like to face in his next fight, and replies that he has a lot of respect for the skills of Jonathan Huang and that he thinks it'd be a great fight. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Hamilton Fonseca Junior (6-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Favorite: -130) vs. Maxime Giresse (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Marseille, France, Underdog: -110) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Benjamin Milligan III, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Hamilton hits a right jab and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Hamilton throws a two-punch combo but Giresse avoids both. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Giresse moves in fast and clinches with Hamilton. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Giresse is trying to muscle Hamilton up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Giresse does it, Hamilton is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Giresse smothers Hamilton up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:00) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Giresse is keeping Hamilton pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:51) A minute or so passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Giresse smothers Hamilton up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:02) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 1 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:51) The lack of progress forces the referee to separate the two fighters. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Giresse warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Hamilton fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Giresse with a straight left. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Hamilton hits a couple of minor right hands, but Giresse avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Giresse. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) Hamilton throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Hamilton steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Hamilton throws a hook to the body, but Giresse steps back to avoid it. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Hamilton lands a jab and then hits Giresse with a beautiful left uppercut! (Rd 2 - 04:12) Giresse is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 2 - 04:03) Hamilton senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 2 - 04:03) Hamilton pounds away on Giresse but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 2 - 03:47) Hamilton fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Hamilton blocks Giresse as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Hamilton fires away with left hands, but Giresse doesn't take much damage. (Rd 2 - 02:59) Hamilton blocks an attempt to pull guard. ( Rd 2 - 02:47) Hamilton throws a few left hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Giresse tries to pull guard on Hamilton but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Hamilton tries to lock Giresse in an armbar. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Giresse blocks it. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Giresse tries to pull guard on Hamilton but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 01:42) Hamilton tries to pound on Giresse, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Giresse tries to move to guard, but Hamilton doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 01:03) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up. (Rd 2 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:54) Hamilton can't connect with a jab, but then catches Giresse with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Hamilton can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits Giresse with a straight left. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Hamilton lands a jab and then catches Giresse with a stunning left hook! (Rd 2 - 00:11) Giresse is knocked down! (Rd 2 - 00:03) Hamilton senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 2 - 00:03) Hamilton fires away with punches and Giresse takes several shots that threaten to end the fight! (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) There's no question that Hamilton took that round, I'm giving it a 10-8 score. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Hamilton up 19-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:45) Giresse may have been aiming to get in close, but Hamilton aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Hamilton hits a right hand, but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Hamilton closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Hamilton fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Giresse with a spin kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:18) For the first time, Hamilton is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Hamilton can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 03:50) Hamilton uses a right jab, but a big left head kick is wide of the mark. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Hamilton throws a one-two, but Giresse was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 03:08) Hamilton closes in on Giresse, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:08) Giresse, looking very tentative, pokes out a pair of quick jabs; neither had any power on them. (Rd 3 - 03:08) A jab hits home from Hamilton and then he catches Giresse with a left hook. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Hamilton lands a jab and then scores with a left to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:27) Hamilton lands two right hands and then hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 02:13) Looking glassy-eyed, Giresse staggers backward...he may have been stunned by that last blow! (Rd 3 - 02:13) Hamilton lands a hard left hand, sending Giresse down to the canvas! (Rd 3 - 01:58) Without hesitation, Hamilton goes to finish Giresse off with stomps and kicks! (Rd 3 - 01:58) Hamilton goes to work on Giresse with incredibly vicious stomps and kicks, but somehow cannot finish him! (Rd 3 - 01:41) An up-kick makes Hamilton think twice about advancing. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Hamilton has to step back to avoid an up-kick. (Rd 3 - 01:07) Hamilton motions for Giresse to stand up, which he does. (Rd 3 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:46) A jab hits home from Hamilton and then he catches Giresse with a crunching left hook. (Rd 3 - 00:39) Retreating, Giresse looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! (Rd 3 - 00:39) Hamilton acts fast, moving in and flooring Giresse with a left hand to the jaw! (Rd 3 - 00:27) Hamilton quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Giresse! (Rd 3 - 00:27) Hamilton starts unloading with massive lefts and Giresse is getting pasted! (Rd 3 - 00:27) The referee pulls Hamilton away, stopping the fight! (Rd 3 - 00:09) Hamilton Fonseca Junior takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Hamilton Fonseca Junior defeats Maxime Giresse (TKO (Strikes) in 4:51 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Hamilton Fonseca Junior thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Hamilton Fonseca Junior gives a show of respect for his opponent. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Martin "The Crippler" Cupples (12-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Dartmouth, England, Favorite: -390) vs. "The Phat Man" Ern Fathoui (8-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Baghdad, Iraq, Underdog: +310) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Benjamin Milligan III, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Fathoui appeared to be going for a takedown, but Cupples took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Cupples fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 04:34) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Cupples stalks forward, pressuring Fathoui. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Cupples confidently steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Cupples lands a right jab but Fathoui avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Cupples lands two right hands and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Cupples moves in on Fathoui, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 03:21) A one-two from Cupples fails to land. (Rd 1 - 03:06) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 02:34) Attacking with intent, Cupples scores with three out of a flurry of three punches and then hits Fathoui with a left to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Cupples comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Fathoui throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Cupples can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a big left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Cupples steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Fathoui fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Cupples throws a one-two, but Fathoui was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 01:35) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Fathoui had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:08) A jab lands from Cupples, but misses with a vicious left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:39) A jab lands from Cupples, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Cupples confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 00:17) A jab is wide from Cupples, but then he catches Fathoui with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a fun round to watch. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Cupples. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) Cupples connects with a nice jab and then hits Fathoui with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Looking glassy-eyed, Fathoui staggers backward...he may have been stunned by that last blow! (Rd 2 - 04:47) Cupples moves in for the kill and lands a big left hand! Fathoui goes down! (Rd 2 - 04:35) Cupples moves in quickly, kneeling beside Fathoui and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 2 - 04:35) Cupples unloads with big lefts and lands a few powerful shots. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Cupples fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Cupples blocks Fathoui as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Cupples fires away with punches, but Fathoui doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 2 - 03:34) Fathoui tries to pull guard on Cupples but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Cupples fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Fathoui tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Cupples pounds away with lefts but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Fathoui tries to move to guard, but Cupples doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 02:19) Cupples throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 01:55) Fathoui tries to pull guard on Cupples but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 01:35) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Cupples is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 01:27) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:55) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Cupples lands a jab and then hits a crunching straight left to the jaw! (Rd 2 - 00:23) Fathoui is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 2 - 00:15) Cupples quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Fathoui! (Rd 2 - 00:15) Cupples pounds away on Fathoui, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 2 - 00:15) With Fathoui taking a beating, referee Christian Maugham has to stop the fight! (Rd 2 - 00:04) Martin Cupples takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Martin 'The Crippler' Cupples defeats 'The Phat Man' Ern Fathoui (TKO (Strikes) in 4:56 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Martin Cupples gives a name-check to everyone at Bulldog Gym, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Showing respect, Martin Cupples praises Fathoui for his strength and toughness. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Alec Owlett (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Calgary, Alberta, Underdog: +570) vs. Valdo Calamari (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -720) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Owlett, being in front of a home crowd, gets a loud cheer as he enters. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 04:24) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 04:00) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 03:38) A one-two from Owlett fails to land. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Calamari takes the chance and shoots on Owlett. (Rd 1 - 03:21) The takedown is completed, Owlett is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Calamari pounds away, but Owlett calmly deals with them. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Calamari leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Owlett. (Rd 1 - 02:34) Calamari tries to cut Owlett with a slicing elbow, but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Owlett tries to catch Calamari with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Calamari attempts a slicing elbow strike to the head, but isn't able to connect. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Calamari deflects a couple of punches that Owlett threw from below. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Calamari is trying to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 01:43) He passes to side control. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Calamari throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Owlett tries to pull guard on Calamari but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Calamari fires away and Owlett is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Calamari, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Calamari, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) Owlett throws a two-punch combo but Calamari avoids both. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Seizing the opportunity, Calamari shoots. (Rd 2 - 04:28) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Owlett has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Calamari pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Owlett tries to pull Calamari in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Calamari throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Owlett throws out some punches, but Calamari leans back to avoid them. (Rd 2 - 03:12) Calamari fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Calamari deflects a couple of punches that Owlett threw from below. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:30) Calamari pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Owlett. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Calamari pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Owlett throws out some punches, but Calamari leans back to avoid them. (Rd 2 - 01:45) Calamari tries to cut Owlett with a slicing elbow, but misses. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Owlett tries to pull Calamari in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Calamari pounds away, but Owlett isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Calamari leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Owlett. (Rd 2 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Calamari pounds away, but Owlett calmly deals with them. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Calamari deflects a couple of punches that Owlett threw from below. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Calamari fires away with punches, but Owlett doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Owlett tries to pull Calamari in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Calamari. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Calamari. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:52) Owlett confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Calamari, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 3 - 04:52) A jab lands from Owlett, but Calamari avoids a big right. (Rd 3 - 04:23) A jab is wide from Owlett, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 04:04) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:04) Calamari slips past a right hook and counters with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 03:58) Owlett is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Owlett moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Calamari into exchanging strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Calamari lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Owlett throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 3 - 03:28) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Owlett attacks with strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Calamari fires off a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 03:05) Owlett throws a one-two, but Calamari was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 02:46) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 02:46) Owlett uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 3 - 02:46) Calamari lands a one-two. (Rd 3 - 02:46) It looks like Owlett has been cut above the eye. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Calamari uses a left jab while backing away. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Owlett throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 3 - 02:07) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:07) Calamari finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 3 - 02:07) Owlett lands a left jab and also launches a right head kick that did damage. (Rd 3 - 01:55) That last shot may have done some damage, Calamari is backing off and trying to cover up! He looks dazed and unsteady! (Rd 3 - 01:55) Owlett tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but it misses as Calamari quickly steps backward and out of range. (Rd 3 - 01:46) Having apparently cleared his head, Calamari is able to get out of trouble and return to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:38) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 3 - 01:24) Calamari is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Calamari shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Owlett gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 01:03) Calamari pounds away and Owlett struggles to deal with them. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Calamari pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Owlett. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Owlett throws out some punches, but Calamari leans back to avoid them. (Rd 3 - 00:20) Calamari unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots. (Rd 3 - 00:07) Calamari fires away with punches, but Owlett deals with them fairly well. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a fun round to watch. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Calamari took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Owlett needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Bleeding, Owlett is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:48) Up close, they start wrestling. (Rd 4 - 04:48) Calamari manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:38) Owlett blocks Calamari from throwing a knee. (Rd 4 - 04:22) Using his wrestling skills, Calamari is trying to push Owlett up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:22) Calamari does it, Owlett is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:05) Calamari drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 4 - 04:05) The takedown is completed, Owlett is left turtled up on his hands and knees, Calamari on top of him. (Rd 4 - 03:45) Calamari rolls Owlett out of turtle position and into side control. (Rd 4 - 03:30) Looking to catch his breath, Calamari is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 4 - 03:13) Owlett tries to move to guard, but Calamari doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Calamari punches down at Owlett, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 02:37) Calamari throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 4 - 02:13) Calamari blocks Owlett as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 4 - 01:54) Calamari punches down at Owlett, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 01:37) Calamari blocks Owlett as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 4 - 01:22) In side control, Calamari begins working to get a mount. (Rd 4 - 01:22) Owlett desperately tries to fight the mount, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Calamari manages to come out on top, with Owlett pulling half guard. (Rd 4 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 00:54) Calamari throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 4 - 00:26) Calamari blocks Owlett as he tries to get enough separation to scramble up. (Rd 4 - 00:08) Breathing very hard, Owlett is looking ragged. (Rd 4 - 00:08) Calamari attempts a slicing elbow strike to the head, but isn't able to connect. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. ( Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Calamari took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Owlett realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:54) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 5 - 04:19) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:19) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike. (Rd 5 - 04:19) Calamari has a right hand blocked. (Rd 5 - 04:19) Owlett can't hit a right cross. (Rd 5 - 03:59) Owlett throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 5 - 03:54) Calamari gets hold of Owlett. (Rd 5 - 03:45) Using his wrestling skills, Calamari is trying to push Owlett up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:45) Calamari does it, Owlett is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:34) Calamari, looking for a takedown, manages to secure a leg, leaving Owlett hopping on one foot. (Rd 5 - 03:34) Calamari uses the leg to drag Owlett down to the mat, where he gets caught in half guard. (Rd 5 - 03:14) Calamari begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. (Rd 5 - 03:14) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Owlett starts a scramble for position. (Rd 5 - 03:03) Calamari somehow manages to come out on top of Owlett in north-south position. (Rd 5 - 02:44) Calamari decides to alter positions and moves himself into side control. (Rd 5 - 02:31) Calamari fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 5 - 02:12) In side control, Calamari throws a couple of punches designed to keep Owlett guessing. (Rd 5 - 01:42) Looking to catch his breath, Calamari is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 5 - 01:19) Calamari tries to lock Owlett into an armbar. (Rd 5 - 01:19) Owlett fights off the armbar attempt. (Rd 5 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 5 - 00:53) Calamari fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 5 - 00:36) Looking to catch his breath, Calamari is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 5 - 00:11) Calamari pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Calamari. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Valdo Calamari! Official Result: Valdo Calamari defeats Alec Owlett (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Valdo Calamari name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Brad "Dead Eye" Wyman (11-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Saint-Felicien, Quebec, Underdog: +140) vs. Joshua Ziegler (12-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Louisville, Kentucky, Favorite: -180) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Benjamin Milligan III, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:55) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Ziegler hits a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Wyman uses a left jab but misses with a low kick. (Rd 1 - 04:39) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:39) Wyman misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:26) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 04:05) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Ziegler slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:45) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Wyman misses with a big right hand, allowing Ziegler to counter with a clean right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:28) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:28) Ziegler hits a jab but misses with a head kick attempt. Wyman uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Wyman acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight. (Rd 1 - 03:04) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Ziegler scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Wyman lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:50) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Ziegler misses with a left jab but scores with a left kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Wyman uses a left jab but fails on a leg kick attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Ziegler lands a left jab but comes up short on a body kick. Wyman lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 02:06) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Ziegler dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Wyman immediately covers up and tries to retreat, only to end up against the cage! I think that he is dazed! (Rd 1 - 01:53) Ziegler goes under the guard and nails Wyman with a right uppercut! What a shot! (Rd 1 - 01:46) Wyman eats a right head kick! He falls to the ground but is not out! (Rd 1 - 01:35) Moving quickly, Ziegler comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps! (Rd 1 - 01:35) Ziegler hits several big stomps and kicks, but Wyman somehow hangs on! (Rd 1 - 01:18) Wyman makes Ziegler step back by throwing a vicious up-kick. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Wyman makes Ziegler step back by throwing a vicious up-kick. (Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Wyman keeps Ziegler back with an up-kick. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Wyman keeps Ziegler back with an up-kick. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Wyman makes Ziegler step back by throwing a vicious up-kick. (Rd 1 - 00:06) On his back, Wyman watches as Ziegler comes in looking to get a dominant ground position. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Ziegler attains side control. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Ziegler, but only a 10-9. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:49) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:23) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Wyman misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Ziegler attacks with a quick left jab and a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Ziegler hits a left hand. Wyman hits a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:36) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Ziegler misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Ziegler lets a body kick sail wide and then counters with a left kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:52) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Taking a few gulps of breath, Ziegler is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:25) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:25) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Ziegler tries a right hook but misses. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Wyman fails on a leg kick attempt. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:06) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Ziegler has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Wyman misses with a left jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. ( Rd 2 - 01:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Ziegler dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Wyman is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 01:21) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Ziegler misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a wicked right uppercut! (Rd 2 - 01:14) Ziegler is knocked down! (Rd 2 - 01:14) Wyman moves in quickly, kneeling beside Ziegler and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 2 - 01:14) Wyman unloads with massive right hands and Ziegler is getting destroyed! (Rd 2 - 01:14) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 2 - 00:56) By TKO, the winner is Brad Wyman! Official Result: Brad 'Dead Eye' Wyman defeats Joshua Ziegler (TKO (Strikes) in 4:04 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Brad Wyman gives a name-check to everyone at Team Gorshin, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He praises Ziegler for a tough fight. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Mercenary" Mills Mullally (19-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Dublin, Ireland, Favorite: -690) vs. Tekkan Okubo (9-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +550) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:19) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Mullally comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Mullally is now in the pocket. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Mullally throws a quick four punch combination but doesn't land any of the blows. (Rd 1 - 03:26) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Okubo is off target with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Mullally lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:08) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 02:39) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Mullally hits a left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Okubo hits a jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 01:53) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 01:28) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Okubo pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down. (Rd 1 - 01:09) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Mullally slips past a right hook and counters with a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:41) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Okubo throws a leg kick but doesn't make contact. Mullally counters with a quick left jab and a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Mullally comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Mullally steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Mullally connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:16) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:16) Mullally slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Mullally, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Mullally is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:52) Mullally comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Okubo throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Mullally uses a left jab but Okubo avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Mullally steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Okubo throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Mullally throws a two-punch combo but Okubo avoids both. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Mullally can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:57) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:57) There's a quick exchange of strikes but nobody manages to land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 03:57) Okubo throws two quick punches but Mullally has good movement and avoids them. (Rd 2 - 03:57) Mullally doesn't connect with a right hand to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:38) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Okubo misses with a pair of jabs but lands a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Mullally finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Mullally appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Okubo is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:09) Mullally hits a left jab and also lands with a left hand to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Okubo warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Mullally tries to go to the body with a sharp hook but is off-target. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Okubo moves in fast and clinches with Mullally. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Clinched with Mullally, Okubo looks to try and take him down. (Rd 2 - 02:33) It's unsuccessful, Mullally maintained a good solid base. (Rd 2 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Clinched with Mullally, Okubo looks to try and take him down. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Mullally stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Wanting to take it to the ground, Mullally attempts to drag Okubo down into his guard. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Okubo cannot prevent it, and is sucked into the guard. (Rd 2 - 01:58) Mullally tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Okubo. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Okubo throws some minor strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Mullally pulls Okubo down in close and hits him with a couple of short punches to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Okubo throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Mullally tries to catch Okubo with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Mullally is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Okubo off of him. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mullally. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Mullally. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Mullally in between rounds. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:52) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 3 - 04:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Okubo misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:11) Mullally is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Mullally feints to one side, causing Okubo to react and leave himself off balance. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Mullally uses a left jab but misses a right hook. Okubo lands a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 03:38) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:38) Okubo hits a jab and also just about lands a head kick. Mullally finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 3 - 03:38) Mullally is bleeding under his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound. (Rd 3 - 03:16) Okubo is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 03:03) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:03) Mullally slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:31) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:31) Mullally unsuccessfully goes to the body and gets countered with a head kick. (Rd 3 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:08) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 3 - 01:35) Mullally can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:23) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 01:23) Mullally feints an attack that leaves Okubo slightly off balance. (Rd 3 - 01:23) Okubo misses a right hook and gets countered with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a right hand to the body that is too short. (Rd 3 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Okubo misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Mullally to attack with a jab and a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Okubo is being totally outstruck so far in this fight. (Rd 3 - 00:28) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mullally. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Okubo is running out of rounds. (Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Mullally. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:52) Mullally connects with a nice jab and then catches Okubo with a crunching right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:29) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:29) Okubo scores with a left hook. (Rd 4 - 04:29) Mullally finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Mullally throws a hook to the body, but Okubo steps back to avoid it. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Seizing the opportunity, Okubo clinches. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Okubo attempts to wrestle Mullally to the ground. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Okubo can't get the takedown as Mullally wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 4 - 03:41) Wanting to take it to the ground, Mullally attempts to drag Okubo down into his guard. (Rd 4 - 03:41) Mullally gets it, Okubo is now trapped in his guard. (Rd 4 - 03:22) Mullally tries to sweep Okubo but can't do it. (Rd 4 - 03:09) Okubo smothers Mullally with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 4 - 02:36) Okubo throws some elbows but Mullally isn't troubled by them. (Rd 4 - 02:21) From the bottom, Mullally glances an elbow strike off the top of the head. (Rd 4 - 02:11) Okubo pounds away with elbow strikes, but Mullally calmly deals with them. (Rd 4 - 01:59) Mullally gets the double underhooks in and pulls Okubo close, controlling him well. (Rd 4 - 01:24) In guard, Okubo is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 4 - 00:54) Mullally tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Okubo. (Rd 4 - 00:42) Okubo throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 4 - 00:13) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. (Rd 4 - 00:02) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 00:02) Mullally counters a right hand with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mullally. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Okubo realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:55) Mullally slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Okubo lands a left hook. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Mullally lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:24) Breathing very hard, Mullally is looking ragged. (Rd 5 - 04:24) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Okubo is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 5 - 04:14) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 5 - 03:46) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:46) Okubo misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Okubo is off-target with a jab but hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. Mullally scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 03:13) Okubo doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 5 - 03:00) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 03:00) Okubo misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left hook. (Rd 5 - 02:36) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 02:36) Okubo has a right hook blocked. (Rd 5 - 02:36) Mullally doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:17) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 02:17) Mullally dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hook. (Rd 5 - 02:04) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:04) Mullally attempts to wrestle Okubo to the ground. (Rd 5 - 02:04) Okubo blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple. (Rd 5 - 01:51) Clinched with Mullally, Okubo looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 01:51) Mullally stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 5 - 01:39) Clinched with Okubo, Mullally looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 01:39) Okubo blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 5 - 01:22) Mullally looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 5 - 01:22) Mullally looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 01:22) Mullally can't get the takedown as Okubo wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 5 - 01:07) Okubo looks to sweep a leg out from under Mullally so as to take him down with a trip. (Rd 5 - 01:07) Okubo can't get the trip, as Mullally wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 5 - 00:37) Mullally tries to take Okubo down. (Rd 5 - 00:37) The takedown doesn't work, Okubo blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 5 - 00:23) From the looks of things, I don't think Okubo has much energy left. (Rd 5 - 00:23) Okubo tries to take Mullally down. (Rd 5 - 00:23) It doesn't work, Mullally defended against it well. (Rd 5 - 00:10) Okubo and Mullally break the grapple and are apart again, circling. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mullally. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Mercenary' Mills Mullally wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'Mercenary' Mills Mullally defeats Tekkan Okubo (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Mills Mullally thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Mills Mullally says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Jens "Battery" Halle (18-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Telemark, Norway, Favorite: -880) vs. Willem Van Ommen (13-4 1-0 CTC, From: Amsterdam, Netherlands, Underdog: +700) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:52) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Halle dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with quick jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Van Ommen misses with a big right hand, allowing Halle to counter with a left jab and a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Van Ommen looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Van Ommen lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Halle hits a left jab and also nails a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Halle moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Van Ommen appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Halle took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Halle can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Van Ommen with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:03) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:26) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 02:05) A tentative jab from Van Ommen lands. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Halle throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 01:46) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Van Ommen looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Halle hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Halle stalks forward, pressuring Van Ommen. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Van Ommen scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Halle throws a one-two, but Van Ommen was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Halle comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Van Ommen fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 00:42) A jab is wide from Halle, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Van Ommen clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Halle can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Halle misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Van Ommen comes in with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Referee Kyle Crisp calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Van Ommen. (Rd 1 - 00:07) The doctor checks the cut...and unfortunately signals that it's a deep one, and that the fight must be stopped! (Rd 1 - 00:07) The winner, by TKO due to a cut, is Jens 'Battery' Halle! Official Result: Jens 'Battery' Halle defeats Willem Van Ommen (TKO (Cut) in 4:53 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Jens Halle praises his team at Euro Team Thunder, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Jens Halle celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Alberto Basora (22-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Barcelona, Spain, Favorite: -940) vs. Kensuke Tanaka (7-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +750) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Tanaka comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Tanaka throws a hook to the body, but Basora steps back to avoid it. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Setting it up well, Basora shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:30) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Tanaka is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Time slips away as Basora successfully keeps Tanaka stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Basora looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 03:45) He passes guard, but Tanaka was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Basora ends up in guard. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Basora smothers Tanaka with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Tanaka is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Basora off of him. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Basora starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 02:24) After a struggle, he gets to half guard. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Looking to catch his breath, Basora is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Basora is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Tanaka keeps his half guard secure. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Basora fires off some rights, but Tanaka isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Basora took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Basora. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:52) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Tanaka misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Basora attacks with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 2 - 04:36) Tanaka uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Basora warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Tanaka throws a two-punch combo but Basora avoids both. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Basora moves in fast and clinches with Tanaka. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Basora is trying to push Tanaka so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Basora does it, Tanaka is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Showing good control, Basora keeps Tanaka stuck against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:49) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Basora tries to smother Tanaka against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Tanaka moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Basora hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Tanaka fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Setting it up well, Basora shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Basora gets a single leg takedown! Tanaka pulls guard off it. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Basora smothers Tanaka with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 01:09) In guard, Basora begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 2 - 01:09) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Tanaka tries to get back up. (Rd 2 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:58) The scramble sees Basora up first, and he is quick to wrestle Tanaka up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Unable to break free, Tanaka is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:47) They remain there for the rest of the round, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Basora, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Basora is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:53) A punch from Tanaka fails to land. (Rd 3 - 04:49) Basora seizes the chance and grabs Tanaka into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:39) Using his wrestling skills, Basora is trying to push Tanaka up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:39) He does so and now has Tanaka pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:21) Basora traps Tanaka up against the cage, using double underhooks for control. (Rd 3 - 04:21) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Basora keeps Tanaka stuck against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:33) The next thirty seconds becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 3 - 02:49) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:49) Basora is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 02:42) Basora, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 3 - 02:42) Tanaka can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Basora with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Basora isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple. (Rd 3 - 02:24) A jab is wide from Tanaka, but then he catches Basora with a right hook to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:14) Tanaka confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 3 - 02:14) It looked like we were about to see Basora try and get some grappling started, but Tanaka was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 02:14) A one-two from Tanaka fails to land. (Rd 3 - 01:54) Basora may have been setting up to shoot, but Tanaka aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 01:54) Tanaka throws a three-punch combo but Basora defends against all of them. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Tanaka is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 01:30) Tanaka can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Basora with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Basora looked like he was going to shoot, but Tanaka simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Tanaka can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:52) Basora, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 3 - 00:52) Tanaka throws a one-two, but Basora was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 00:33) Tanaka looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:33) Tanaka fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Basora with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:15) Tanaka steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 3 - 00:15) Tanaka throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Not a lot happened in that round and the fans are getting a bit restless as a result. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Tanaka, 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Basora up 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:55) Basora appeared to be going for a takedown, but Tanaka took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:55) Tanaka connects with a jab, but Basora avoids a big right. (Rd 4 - 04:39) Basora chooses to shoot in on Tanaka. (Rd 4 - 04:39) The takedown is completed, Tanaka is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Basora tries to pass the guard. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Tanaka tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 4 - 04:13) Tanaka somehow winds up underneath the north-south control of Basora. (Rd 4 - 03:56) Basora elbows away at the ribs, but the blows are not doing much damage. (Rd 4 - 03:37) Basora blocks Tanaka as he tries to scramble. (Rd 4 - 03:28) Basora seems to be looking for a north-south choke. (Rd 4 - 03:28) Tanaka defends the choke, but can't get any space and Basora goes to side control. (Rd 4 - 03:08) Basora tries to lock Tanaka in a kimura. (Rd 4 - 03:08) Tanaka doesn't allow the kimura to be applied. (Rd 4 - 02:47) Basora begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 4 - 02:47) He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt. (Rd 4 - 02:01) Basora throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 4 - 01:34) Basora attempts a kimura. (Rd 4 - 01:34) The kimura is locked in, tight enough that Tanaka has to tap out! (Rd 4 - 00:59) The winner, by submission, is Alberto Basora! Official Result: Alberto Basora defeats Kensuke Tanaka (Submission (Kimura) in 4:01 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Alberto Basora praises his team at Euro Team Thunder, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. A good talker, Alberto Basora is always going to benefit from being interviewed regularly. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Josh "TNT" Aldarisio (17-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Sterling Heights, Michigan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Marcus Rimmer (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Moving forward constantly, Aldarisio is pressuring Rimmer. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Aldarisio looks to pressure Rimmer, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Aldarisio uses a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Aldarisio counters a right hand with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Aldarisio forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Rimmer hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Aldarisio can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Rimmer with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:05) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:41) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Rimmer fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:06) There is now a noticeable gash above the hairline of Aldarisio where a strike must have cut him. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Aldarisio seizes the chance and grabs Rimmer into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Aldarisio is looking to muscle Rimmer back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Aldarisio does it, Rimmer is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Aldarisio tries to use dirty boxing against Rimmer, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 1 - 02:15) Aldarisio smothers Rimmer against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 02:02) It isn't pretty, but Aldarisio has Rimmer stuck up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:02) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Aldarisio comes forward, walking down Rimmer. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Rimmer hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Aldarisio hits a left hand but Rimmer evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Rimmer throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Aldarisio took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Aldarisio, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Aldarisio. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) Aldarisio sets it up well and shoots in at speed. (Rd 2 - 04:47) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:40) Aldarisio fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Aldarisio throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Aldarisio looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 2 - 03:53) He does excellently, getting into side control. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Aldarisio throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Aldarisio tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Aldarisio takes the back instead, Rimmer rolled over rather than get mounted. (Rd 2 - 02:04) Aldarisio increases his control by getting both hooks in. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Aldarisio attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Rimmer gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap! (Rd 2 - 01:26) Josh Aldarisio takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Josh 'TNT' Aldarisio defeats Marcus Rimmer (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:34 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Josh Aldarisio thanks everyone connected to American Cage Fighters for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, Josh Aldarisio celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. He is really good at handling these sort of interviews, and it doesn't hurt that the camera loves him. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Dangerous" Darin Blood (16-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Kailua, Hawaii, Favorite: -1170) vs. Randy "Super Snake" Carsley (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Brooklyn, New York, Underdog: +930) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Blood can't connect with a jab, but then catches Carsley with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Blood moves in behind three quick punches, three of them finding a home, and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Blood lands a flurry of three quick punches and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Blood comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Carsley lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Blood can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:18) A one-two from Blood fails to land. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Blood lands one of three quick punches and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:44) A jab hits home from Blood and then he catches Carsley with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Blood closes in on Carsley, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Carsley lands a pair of tentative jabs. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Blood moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Blood can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 01:45) Blood moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 01:45) A jab is wide from Blood, but then he catches Carsley with a right kick to the head. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Blood drops his hands by his waist and stops moving entirely, openly goading Carsley. (Rd 1 - 01:25) Blood moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 01:25) Blood connects with a nice jab and then hits Carsley with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Blood lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:10) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Carsley. (Rd 1 - 01:02) For the first time, Blood is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Carsley wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Blood can't connect with a jab, but then hits Carsley with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Carsley moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Blood connects with a nice jab and then hits a vicious high right kick to the side of the head! (Rd 1 - 00:35) Carsley is knocked down! (Rd 1 - 00:23) Blood starts pounding away on Carsley, looking to finish him off! (Rd 1 - 00:23) Blood pounds away with right hands and Carsley is in big trouble! (Rd 1 - 00:09) Blood pounds away with elbow strikes but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Blood takes that round easily by 10-8 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Blood. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. (Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Carsley. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) Blood connects with a nice jab and then catches Carsley with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 04:38) Blood connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Covering up, Carsley backs off until pressed up against the cage! He is hurt! (Rd 2 - 04:28) Blood is aiming to get Carsley into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Blood can't manage it, Carsley is doing a great job of keeping covered up and safe from harm. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Carsley circles back to the center, having gotten the time he needed to regain his wits somewhat. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Blood can't connect with a jab, but then hits a high right kick to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Blood closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:45) It looked like we were about to see Carsley try and get some grappling started, but Blood was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Blood moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Carsley. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Blood steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Blood can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Blood is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Blood can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Carsley with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Blood lands a jab and then catches Carsley with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Blood raises his arms and plays to the crowd, never taking his eyes off his opponent. (Rd 2 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:28) Carsley appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Blood took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 02:28) Blood lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Blood lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Blood can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:41) Blood doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Carsley appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Blood took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Blood connects with a jab, but Carsley avoids the kick to the body that it set up. (Rd 2 - 01:19) Carsley has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 2 - 01:11) Blood hits a left jab and then catches Carsley with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Blood looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:55) A jab is wide from Blood, but then he hits Carsley with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:32) Carsley may have been aiming to get in close, but Blood aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:32) Blood fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Carsley with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:28) Limping quite noticeably, Carsley is definitely feeling the damage to his legs. (Rd 2 - 00:22) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Blood. (Rd 2 - 00:09) Blood lands a jab and then catches Carsley with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) There's no question that Blood took that round, I'm giving it a 10-8 score. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Carsley needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:48) Blood lands a jab and then catches Carsley with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Limping quite noticeably, Carsley is definitely feeling the damage to his legs. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Carsley appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Blood took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Blood can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Carsley. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Blood looks very, very tired. (Rd 3 - 04:09) A jab hits home from Blood and then he catches Carsley with a crunching right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Carsley warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Blood lands a left hand and then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Blood hits a left jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Carsley. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Carsley keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Blood connects with a jab, but Carsley avoids a big right. (Rd 3 - 02:47) Carsley looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Blood simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 02:47) Blood lands a left hand and then catches Carsley with a crunching right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:34) Carsley backs off until pressed against the cage, dazed but alert enough to know to retreat and cover up! Blood follows, sensing a chance to end the fight here and now! (Rd 3 - 02:34) A vicious right hand from Blood drops Carsley! He is knocked out! (Rd 3 - 02:28) Darin Blood takes the victory by way of knock out! Official Result: 'Dangerous' Darin Blood defeats Randy 'Super Snake' Carsley (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:32 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Darin Blood thanks everyone connected to Evolution MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Asked who he wants to fight next, he immediately brings up David Webb and makes some bad jokes about him. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Citizen Pain" Will Kane (18-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Canary Wharf, England, Favorite: -820) vs. Teco (16-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Recife, Brazil, Underdog: +650) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Benjamin Milligan III, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:49) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 04:19) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Kane just about lands a head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Teco hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:19) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Teco. (Rd 1 - 03:59) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Teco misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Kane comes in with a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:37) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Teco hits a left jab but misses with a head kick attempt. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Kane hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Teco falls for a clever feint. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Kane counters a right hand with a jab and a powerful right head kick! (Rd 1 - 03:09) Teco hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 1 - 03:09) Kane knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Teco, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 1 - 03:09) Kane pounds away on Teco, landing several great shots that rock him! (Rd 1 - 03:09) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 02:49) 'Citizen Pain' Will Kane takes the win by TKO! Official Result: 'Citizen Pain' Will Kane defeats Teco (TKO (Strikes) in 2:11 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Will Kane gives a name-check to everyone at Bulldog Gym, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Will Kane says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Devil In Blue" Ichisake Miyagi (27-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Michihiro Kodera (1-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Hokkaido, Japan, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Miyagi is the aggressor in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Miyagi uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Kodera as they grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Miyagi hits Kodera with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Kodera gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Miyagi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Kodera. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Kodera gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Kodera gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Kodera gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Miyagi is trying to force Kodera into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Kodera can't fight it off and ends up caught. (Rd 1 - 02:34) From the clinch, Kodera takes an elbow to the side of the head, but there wasn't much power behind it. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Kodera tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 1 - 01:56) Miyagi tries a knee strike, but Kodera blocks it and wrestles his way out of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:26) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Miyagi wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Miyagi uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Kodera as they grapple. (Rd 1 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Kodera gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Miyagi hits Kodera with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Kodera blocks Miyagi from throwing a knee. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Miyagi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Kodera. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Miyagi. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Miyagi, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:54) Kodera gets close enough to clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:38) With control of the clinch, Kodera tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:38) Kodera can't get the takedown as Miyagi wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Kodera tries to wriggle free, but Miyagi controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Kodera gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Kodera gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Kodera gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Miyagi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Kodera. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them. (Rd 2 - 02:44) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Miyagi seems to get the advantage. (Rd 2 - 02:37) Kodera gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:23) Miyagi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Kodera. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Kodera gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 01:48) Kodera gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Miyagi uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Kodera. (Rd 2 - 01:17) Miyagi hits Kodera with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 2 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Kodera tries to wriggle free, but Miyagi controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 2 - 00:42) Kodera gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 00:23) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them. (Rd 2 - 00:14) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Miyagi is the aggressor in the clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:04) Miyagi uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Kodera as they grapple. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Miyagi, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Miyagi up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:47) There's a takedown attempt from Miyagi. (Rd 3 - 04:47) A big double leg takedown drives Kodera off his feet and backward! (Rd 3 - 04:47) Kodera is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Miyagi holding him down. (Rd 3 - 04:41) Not liking his options, Miyagi looks to get a better position over Kodera. (Rd 3 - 04:41) He is much too good for Kodera, and gets the mount! (Rd 3 - 03:53) Miyagi drops some elbows, but is unable to land any of them cleanly on Kodera. (Rd 3 - 03:39) Miyagi fires away with elbows, but only a few actually find their way through and even those are only glancing blows. (Rd 3 - 03:22) Miyagi pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 3 - 03:09) Kodera tries to move Miyagi enough to get half guard, but can't get enough space. (Rd 3 - 02:58) Miyagi unloads with two big elbows but Kodera covers up well and absorbs all of the impact on his forearms. (Rd 3 - 02:46) Miyagi fires away with elbows but Kodera doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 3 - 02:32) Kodera tries to move Miyagi out of mount but can't. (Rd 3 - 02:10) Miyagi throws some short elbows but Kodera defends against them well. (Rd 3 - 01:51) Miyagi drops some elbows, but is unable to land any of them cleanly on Kodera. (Rd 3 - 01:33) Miyagi pounds away with elbow strikes but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 3 - 01:18) Miyagi counters an attempt by Kodera to move him from mount by taking his back! (Rd 3 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:58) Miyagi fires away with punches, but Kodera doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 3 - 00:38) Miyagi blocks Kodera as he tries to roll over. (Rd 3 - 00:18) Miyagi attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 00:18) Kodera doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Miyagi, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Kodera needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:45) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling. (Rd 4 - 04:45) Miyagi is the aggressor. (Rd 4 - 04:37) Kodera gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Kodera gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Miyagi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 04:05) Miyagi hits Kodera with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 4 - 03:52) Miyagi is looking to get Kodera in a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:52) Miyagi achieves it, Kodera could not fight out of it. (Rd 4 - 03:36) From the clinch, Miyagi drives a massive elbow to Kodera...and knocks him out! (Rd 4 - 03:25) Ichisake Miyagi takes the victory by way of knock out! Official Result: 'The Devil In Blue' Ichisake Miyagi defeats Michihiro Kodera (Knock Out (Elbow) in 1:35 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Ichisake Miyagi praises his team at Dragon's Lair Gym, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and he responds by calling out Noach Van Der Capellen, saying he will kick his ass. MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Black Superman" Nathan Chambers (18-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Tacoma, Washington, Favorite: -1020) vs. "Deceptive" Danny Rowan (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: New Orleans, Louisiana, Underdog: +810) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Chambers looks significantly bigger than Rowan as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Rowan lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Chambers gets hold of Rowan. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Chambers uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Rowan as they grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Chambers hits Rowan with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Using his wrestling skills, Chambers is trying to push Rowan up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Chambers manages it and controls Rowan up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Showing his ability to exert control, Chambers smothers Rowan up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:55) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Chambers pins Rowan up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Chambers goes to use some dirty boxing, but Rowan is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Rowan throws a few short punches to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 02:10) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Christian Maugham brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Chambers misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a left kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Chambers scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Rowan finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Chambers stalks forward, pressuring Rowan. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Rowan hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Chambers throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:58) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 00:34) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:34) Rowan connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:34) Chambers finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 00:19) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Rowan misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a good right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Chambers, but only a 10-9. Round 2 ( (Rd 2 - 04:53) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Chambers, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Rowan hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:13) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:13) Rowan misses with a big right hand, allowing Chambers to counter with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:52) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Rowan lands a left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Chambers connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Rowan rewards that last punch with a big smile, a sure sign that it really hurt him. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Rowan connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Chambers seizes the chance and grabs Rowan into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Clinched with Rowan, Chambers looks to try and take him down. (Rd 2 - 03:19) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Chambers fires away with punches, but Rowan doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Chambers blocks Rowan as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Looking to catch his breath, Chambers is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:12) Chambers blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Chambers pounds away with punches but does minimal damage. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Rowan tries to pull guard on Chambers but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 01:15) Chambers pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Rowan. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Rowan tries to pull guard on Chambers but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Chambers pounds away on Rowan, landing a few clean shots but not many. (Rd 2 - 00:22) Rowan tries to pull guard on Chambers but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Chambers tries to pound on Rowan, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Chambers. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Chambers up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:46) Chambers hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Rowan throws a punch but Chambers was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 04:32) Chambers comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 3 - 04:32) Rowan uses a left jab, but misses when he attempts to go to the body after. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Chambers seizes the chance and grabs Rowan into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Chambers is trying to push Rowan so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:16) He does so and now has Rowan pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:03) An ugly but effective tactic, Chambers is pressing Rowan up against the cage and slowly wearing him down. (Rd 3 - 04:03) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Unable to get free, Rowan is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:10) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 3 - 02:04) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:04) Rowan is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 01:51) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 3 - 01:38) Chambers is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 01:26) Chambers looked like he was going to shoot, but Rowan simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 01:26) Rowan uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:19) Chambers can be heard trash talking as the two fighters circle. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Rowan lands a left jab and also scores with a left hook to the side of the body. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Chambers lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 3 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:48) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 3 - 00:18) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Chambers, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Chambers up 30-27. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:48) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 04:48) Chambers hits a couple of jabs but misses with a right hand. Rowan uses a pair of left jabs but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 4 - 04:22) Rowan lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 03:58) Rowan throws a two-punch combo but Chambers avoids both. (Rd 4 - 03:44) Chambers gets hold of Rowan, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 4 - 03:37) Chambers tries to wrestle Rowan backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:37) Chambers manages it and controls Rowan up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:22) Rowan uses his wrestling skills to prevent Chambers from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 03:05) An ugly but effective tactic, Chambers is pressing Rowan up against the cage and slowly wearing him down. (Rd 4 - 03:05) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:53) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:53) Rowan is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 4 - 01:42) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 01:42) Rowan scores with a jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:42) Chambers finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 4 - 01:26) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 01:26) Rowan hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:26) Chambers is off-target with a jab but hits a good right hand. (Rd 4 - 01:07) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Rowan finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Chambers finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Looking very tired, Rowan clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Chambers is looking to muscle Rowan back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Rowan ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:40) Rowan is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 00:40) Chambers pins Rowan up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 00:25) Chambers uses a vicious foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Chambers pins Rowan up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Chambers. (Rd 4 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Chambers up 40-36. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:46) Rowan comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 5 - 04:46) A jab is wide from Chambers, but then he catches Rowan with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:42) Rowan seizes the chance and grabs Chambers into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:35) Rowan looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:35) Rowan doesn't get the takedown, Chambers instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 5 - 04:22) Chambers is trying to muscle Rowan up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:22) He does so and now has Rowan pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Rowan is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 03:49) Chambers hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 5 - 03:42) Rowan is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 03:30) Chambers doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 5 - 03:30) Chambers stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 5 - 03:23) Chambers catches Rowan with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:12) Chambers smothers Rowan against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 02:56) Chambers stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 5 - 02:50) Chambers hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 5 - 02:37) Rowan gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 5 - 02:24) Chambers keeps Rowan up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 5 - 02:17) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 5 - 02:03) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 5 - 01:44) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 01:44) Chambers hits Rowan with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 5 - 01:32) Chambers is looking to muscle Rowan back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:32) Chambers does it, Rowan is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:19) Chambers uses dirty boxing to punish Rowan while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:06) Chambers tries to hit him with a knee, but Rowan works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 5 - 00:53) Rowan seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 5 - 00:46) Chambers steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 5 - 00:46) Chambers can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Rowan with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:26) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 00:26) Chambers hits a left cross. (Rd 5 - 00:26) Rowan finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 5 - 00:17) Chambers seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 00:17) It may be that the amount of weight he cut for this fight has drained some of his energy. (Rd 5 - 00:03) Rowan appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Chambers took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 00:03) Chambers can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Rowan with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out on round five. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Chambers, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Rowan will be able to take the victory without a finish. Round 6 (Rd 6 - 04:52) Chambers steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 6 - 04:52) Rowan had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 6 - 04:52) Chambers lands a jab and then catches Rowan with a right hook. (Rd 6 - 04:32) Rowan forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 6 - 04:32) Chambers lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 6 - 04:32) Rowan throws a two-punch combo but Chambers avoids both. (Rd 6 - 04:14) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 6 - 04:14) Rowan misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Chambers attacks with a left hook. (Rd 6 - 03:49) The two fighters engage. (Rd 6 - 03:49) Chambers slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 6 - 03:37) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 6 - 03:37) Chambers is trying to muscle Rowan up against the cage. (Rd 6 - 03:37) Chambers does it, Rowan is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 6 - 03:23) Rowan takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 6 - 03:17) Chambers tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Rowan uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 6 - 03:01) Chambers tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Rowan uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 6 - 02:41) Chambers looks exhausted. (Rd 6 - 02:41) Rowan is trapped against the cage and Chambers punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 6 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 6 - 02:25) Chambers tries to use some dirty boxing, but Rowan uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage. (Rd 6 - 02:07) Chambers uses dirty boxing to punish Rowan while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 6 - 01:54) Chambers tries to use dirty boxing against Rowan, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 6 - 01:35) Referee Christian Maugham thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 6 - 01:26) Coming forward, Rowan is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 6 - 01:26) Chambers connects with a nice jab and then hits Rowan with a straight right. (Rd 6 - 01:09) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 6 - 01:09) Rowan lands a left hook. (Rd 6 - 01:09) Chambers finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 6 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 6 - 00:49) Chambers had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 6 - 00:49) A jab hits home from Rowan and then he hits Chambers with a straight right. (Rd 6 - 00:31) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 6 - 00:31) Rowan is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 6 - 00:31) Chambers misses a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 6 - 00:19) Rowan looks totally gassed. (Rd 6 - 00:08) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 6 - 00:08) Chambers lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 6 - 00:08) Rowan finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 6 - 00:08) It looks like Chambers has been cut under the eye. (Rd 6 - 00:00) Round six ends as time expires. (Rd 6 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Chambers. (Rd 6 - 00:00) Rowan needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion. (Rd 6 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Chambers. Round 7 (Rd 7 - 04:55) They come together and strike. (Rd 7 - 04:55) Chambers counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 7 - 04:31) Chambers throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 7 - 04:26) Rowan gets hold of Chambers, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 7 - 04:16) With control of the clinch, Rowan tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 7 - 04:16) The takedown doesn't work, Chambers blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 7 - 03:54) Chambers is trying to muscle Rowan up against the cage. (Rd 7 - 03:54) Chambers manages it and controls Rowan up against the cage. (Rd 7 - 03:34) Chambers hits Rowan, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 7 - 03:23) Chambers tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Rowan uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 7 - 03:07) Chambers goes to use some dirty boxing, but Rowan is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 7 - 02:48) Chambers hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 7 - 02:35) Chambers tries to use dirty boxing against Rowan, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 7 - 02:17) Chambers tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Rowan uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 7 - 02:01) Chambers tries to dirty box Rowan, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 7 - 01:35) A jab is wide from Chambers, but then he hits Rowan with a straight right. (Rd 7 - 01:28) Rowan is able to grab Chambers. (Rd 7 - 01:18) Rowan looks to sweep a leg out from under Chambers so as to take him down with a trip. (Rd 7 - 01:18) Rowan doesn't get it, Chambers blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 7 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 7 - 00:58) Rowan looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 7 - 00:58) It doesn't work, Chambers defended against it well. (Rd 7 - 00:47) Rowan separates from Chambers and we're back to a stand-off. (Rd 7 - 00:20) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 7 - 00:20) Chambers hits a left hand. (Rd 7 - 00:20) Rowan lands a one-two. (Rd 7 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round seven. (Rd 7 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Chambers, but only a 10-9. (Rd 7 - 00:00) This is bad for Rowan, he's running out of rounds. (Rd 7 - 00:00) The red marks on the body of Rowan show clearly how many blows to the ribs he has taken tonight. Round 8 (Rd 8 - 04:45) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 8 - 04:45) Rowan hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked. Chambers connects with a left hand. (Rd 8 - 04:31) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 8 - 04:31) Chambers is trying to push Rowan so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 8 - 04:31) Chambers manages it and controls Rowan up against the cage. (Rd 8 - 04:20) Chambers pins Rowan up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 8 - 04:05) Rowan is trapped against the cage and Chambers hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 8 - 03:47) Rowan takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 8 - 03:37) Rowan is trapped against the cage and Chambers hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 8 - 03:25) Chambers presses Rowan up against the cage. Exhausted, he is clearly running on fumes now. (Rd 8 - 03:25) They remain there for at least a minute, barely active, with both fighters clearly absolutely gassed. (Rd 8 - 02:13) Chambers tries to use a knee to the thigh, but Rowan is able to block it. (Rd 8 - 01:53) Referee Christian Maugham thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 8 - 01:43) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 8 - 01:21) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 8 - 01:21) Rowan misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left hook. (Rd 8 - 01:09) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 8 - 01:09) Using his wrestling skills, Chambers is trying to push Rowan up against the cage. (Rd 8 - 01:09) He does so and now has Rowan pinned to the cage. (Rd 8 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 8 - 00:52) Chambers tries to throw an elbow, but Rowan seizes the chance to create some space and break free. (Rd 8 - 00:30) Chambers appeared to be going for a takedown, but Rowan took the initiative first. (Rd 8 - 00:30) Rowan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Chambers with a right hook. (Rd 8 - 00:15) They come together and strike. (Rd 8 - 00:15) Rowan lands a left hook. Chambers hits a left hand. (Rd 8 - 00:15) Chambers is bleeding under his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound. (Rd 8 - 00:04) Rowan steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 8 - 00:04) A jab hits home from Rowan and then he hits Chambers with a straight right. (Rd 8 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round eight. (Rd 8 - 00:00) I think Chambers took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 8 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Rowan winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. (Rd 8 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Chambers. Round 9 (Rd 9 - 04:52) The two fighters engage. (Rd 9 - 04:52) Rowan slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hook. (Rd 9 - 04:40) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 9 - 04:40) Chambers looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 9 - 04:40) He has the takedown! Rowan pulls guard. (Rd 9 - 04:27) Chambers lies on top of Rowan, basically smothering him. (Rd 9 - 03:54) Rowan is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Chambers off of him. (Rd 9 - 03:28) Chambers fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 9 - 03:07) Grabbing an arm, Rowan attempts to lock on a triangle choke. (Rd 9 - 03:07) Chambers defends well against it. (Rd 9 - 02:35) Chambers starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 9 - 02:35) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Rowan tries to get back up. (Rd 9 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 9 - 02:21) Chambers ends up in guard. (Rd 9 - 02:02) The clock runs down as Rowan is being smothered against the ground by Chambers. (Rd 9 - 01:38) Chambers lies on top of Rowan, basically smothering him. (Rd 9 - 01:10) Chambers begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 9 - 01:10) Chambers passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Rowan starts scrambling. (Rd 9 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 9 - 00:58) Chambers ends up in side control. (Rd 9 - 00:41) Chambers unloads with some right hands, but Rowan deals with them comfortably. (Rd 9 - 00:21) Rowan tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 9 - 00:03) Chambers pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 9 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 9 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Chambers, but only a 10-9. (Rd 9 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 9 - 00:00) All three judges have given 90-81. (Rd 9 - 00:00) Making 'Black Superman' Nathan Chambers the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'Black Superman' Nathan Chambers defeats 'Deceptive' Danny Rowan (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 9). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Nathan Chambers thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Nathan Chambers says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. He knows exactly how to handle these sort of interviews and is great at creating a buzz around himself. Attendance: 206 Gate Reciepts: $16,315 Sponsorship: $25,084 Ad Revenue: $368,387 Merchandise: $3,609 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout:$217,333) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Nathan Chambers $46,240 Danny Rowan $1,354 Ichisake Miyagi $46,140 Michihiro Kodera $122 KotN: Miyagi: $5,000 Will Kane $25,980 Teco $12,706 FotN: Both: $10,000 Darin Blood $15,980 Randy Carsley $1,845 Josh Aldarisio $6,620 Marcus Rimmer $1,476 Alberto Basora $11,120 Kensuke Tanaka $1,968 SotN: Basora: $5,000 Jens Halle $4,080 Willem Van Ommen $1,722 Mills Mullally $3,910 Tekkan Okubo $1,722 Brad Wyman $2,440 Joshua Ziegler $1,845 Valdo Calamari $2,614 Alec Owlett $1,722 Martin Cupples $3,690 Ern Fathoui $1,537 Hamilton Fonseca Junior $1,998 Maxime Giresse $1,537 Konosuke Shirahata $3,350 Gus Fitzpatrick $1,640 Bussho Maruyama $2,306 Jerome Atkins $1,332 Delroy Rhodes $2,700 Rodolfo de Souza $1,332 Jayden Karp $2,460 Pavel Radulov $1,435 Drug Testing: $18,016 Production: $19,722 Profit: $158,324 Critical Rating: 70% Commercial Rating: 61% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +3.0% 73.5% (High Level Regional) USA +3.2% 78.1% (High Level Regional) UK +2.4% 74.0% (High Level Regional) Europe +2.0% 49.0% (Mid Level Regional) Australia +1.8% 58.1% (Mid Level Regional) Japan +3.6% 61.1% (Mid Level Regional) Asia +1.8% 55.0% (Mid Level Regional) Russia +1.2% 47.5% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +2.0% 54.3% (Mid Level Regional) South America +2.8% 65.4% (Mid Level Regional) Central America +1.0% 56.2% (Mid Level Regional) Africa +1.2% 30.8% (Low Level Regional) News - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 37, and all fighters tested clean. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 38, and all fighters tested clean. - The following fighters have been released by CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Danny Rowan, Michihiro Kodera, Teco, Randy Carsley, Kensuke Tanaka, Willem Van Ommen, Tekkan Okubo, Joshua Ziegler, Ern Fathoui, Maxime Giresse, Gus Fitzpatrick, Jerome Atkins, Rodolfo de Souza, and Pavel Radulov. - The services of Alec Owlett and Marcus Rimmer have been retained per Canadian Fighter rules. - CTC fighter Tyler Aidi has decided to leave Strike Force after his decision loss to Taki Inouye. He is currently scheduled to fight Heiko Pander in the Featherweight championship third round, so will likely be looking for another camp soon. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows None Predictions None

Saturday, Week 2, July 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Black Superman" Nathan Chambers (18-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #28, Favorite: -1020) vs. "Deceptive" Danny Rowan (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #101, Underdog: +810) Nathan Chambers is one of the biggest heels in MMA, whose big mouth and cocky persona have made him one of the most well known fighters in America. A fantastic athlete who is a master of weight cutting, his success has been built on his bullying wrestling and huge punching power, a combination that few Welterweights have been able to withstand. A former GAMMA Welterweight champion, he is perhaps best known for the extremely heated trilogy of fights he had with his arch-nemesis Rufus Stephens between 1998 and 2000. He is coming off a a second round knock out loss to Darin Blood in GAMMA. Danny Rowan is one of the most unassuming men in MMA, and all-rounder who mixes a solid stand-up game with dangerous ground skills. He is particularly adept at surprising people with triangle chokes, who can seemingly pop out of nowhere. He won by first round submission over Calum Coles in the first round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Devil In Blue" Ichisake Miyagi (27-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #4, Favorite: -1200) vs. Michihiro Kodera (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #132, Underdog: +950) Ichisake Miyagi is a rugged competitor who has made a reputation for himself as one of the toughest Welterweights in the world. An excellent wrestler, his usual gameplan is to grab his opponent in a clinch and break their will with slicing razor sharp elbows, painful knees, and punishing dirty boxing. He is a former two-time ALPHA-1 Welterweight champion, winning his first in 1995 and his second in 1998. He is on a two fight winning streak since losing his title to Noach Van Der Capellen in late 2000, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory against Claudio Palacios in ALPHA-1. Michihiro Kodera is a solid but unspectacular Jiu-Jitsu fighter from Japan, whose primary threat is via his array of leglocks, which he can apply from many varied positions. His striking is his big weakness, carrying absolutely no threat whatsoever. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Sukeyasu Tsunoda in the first round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Citizen Pain" Will Kane (18-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #29, Favorite: -820) vs. Teco (16-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #157, Underdog: +650) Will Kane is an Englishman of Asian descent who was once considered to be one of the best Welterweights in the world. Originally from a Muay Thai background, Kane has gradually grown from a vicious striker into an all-around MMA competitor. He is best known for his long-time association with BCF, where he was a dominant Welterweight champion, but he moved to the big leagues of ALPHA-1 in 2001. Unfortunately he has started life in Japan badly, and his recent form has seen him fall out of the world rankings for the first time in many years. He is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round TKO loss to Ikku Funaki in ALPHA-1. Teco is a kick boxer from Brazil who likes to use a lot of kicks in his bouts, in particular high head kicks to try and score spectacular knock outs. He can more than hold his own with most people in a striking battle, but when things degenerate into grappling he is much less able. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Herman Drick in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Dangerous" Darin Blood (16-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #12, Favorite: -1170) vs. Randy "Super Snake" Carlsley (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #117, Underdog: +930) Darin Blood is a dangerous striker who combines elements of traditional boxing, Muay Thai, and street fighting, and is also a handful on the ground. This versatility makes him one of the most difficult Welterweight fighters to take on. He is, however, known for being unfocused and inconsistent, sometimes coming into fights clearly mentally unprepared or overweight. He joined GAMMA in 1997 and competed for the Welterweight title at GAMMA 30. He is on a two fight winnings streak, and is coming off a second round knock out victory over Nathan Chambers in GAMMA. Randy Carsley is a tall, lanky Welterweight who is at his best on the ground where he can use his lengthy limbs to entrap opponents in armbars, triangles, and leglocks. His awful striking game will hold him back from ever achieveing greatness though. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Jonn Wales in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Josh "TNT" Aldarisio (17-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #21, Favorite: -1200) vs. Marcus Rimmer (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #108, Underdog: +950) Josh Aldarisio was an outstanding college wrestler who was an alternate for the American Olympic team. He's explosive, and figured out how to use his lightning fast double leg and suffocating top control to become successful in MMA and is now recognized as one of the top Welterweights in the world. Showing a commendable effort to become a complete mixed martial artist, he has also notably improved his stand-up over time. A back injury meant he missed most of 1998 and 1999, but he returned to action in 2000. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Nathan Chambers in GAMMA. Marcus Rimmer is a powerfully built competitor who usually fights at Welterweight, who is an all-around athlete who can do most things in MMA to a good standard. Where he falls down is that he really isn't great at any one thing and struggles to finish fights. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Jules Dupuit in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Alberto Basora (22-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #5, Favorite: -940) vs. Kensuke Tanaka (7-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #133, Underdog: +750) Alberto Basora is the older brother of the more famous "El Diablo" Luis Basora, and like his sibling, is a judoka who is at his best when he can get close and use his throws and joint locks. One of the best Welterweights on the planet, he won the SIGMA title in the summer of 2001. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Kenneth Toadspew that won him the SIGMA Welterweight title. Kensuke Tanaka is a promising young Japanese Welterweight, whose style revolves around the potent combination of two sports in which he had much success as a amateur, wrestling and boxing. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Marihito Katsumata in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Jens "Battery" Halle (18-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #13, Favorite: -880) vs. Willem Van Ommen (13-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #116, Underdog: +700) Jens Halle is not a subtle fighter, as his nickname suggests, he only has one mode of attack and that's to come forward with fists flying. He is a difficult fighter to take on because of this awkward style, even moreso when you take into account the fact that his iron chin seems to make him almost impervious to strikes. He has been a regular in SIGMA for years and is a former Welterweight title contender. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Filip Hristov in SIGMA. Willem Van Ommen is a solid kick boxer from the Netherlands, who has the striking ability to make life uncomfortable for most opponents, but lacks the all-around game to really ever be truly dangerous in MMA. He's mostly found on the regional scene in and around his home country, and has managed to be successful there. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Garrison Grable in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Mercenary" Mills Mullally (19-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #20, Favorite: -690) vs. Tekkan Okubo (9-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #148, Underdog: +550) Mills Mullally is an extremely tough fighter from Dublin, who comes from a boxing background and that forms the basis of his style as he loves to stand and trade. Hard to stop, he has a great chin and knows enough to defend himself well on the ground. A BCF regular, he caused a huge upset in early 2001 when he unseated the seemingly unbeatable Will Kane to win the Welterweight title. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to David Webb where he lost the BCF Welterweight title. Tekkan Okubo is a decent striker from Japan. Trained in Muay Thai, he likes to stand and bang and can do so with some success, but the rest of his MMA skill set is pretty weak and could use a lot of work. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Nobuo Morita in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Brad "Dead Eye" Wyman (11-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Underdog: +140) vs. Joshua Ziegler (12-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #172, Favorite: -180) Brad Wyman is a young Muay Thai specialist, who has some decent strikes and can certainly do some damage, but needs to improve the rest of his MMA game before he can become a serious threat. He is unique amongst fighters in that he is blind in one eye. GAMMA took a punt on him, signing him to their Welterweight division in 2001, although he lost on his debut to Callum Henson. He is coming off a ninth round submission victory over Van Jolson in the first round of the tournament. Joshua Ziegler is a kick boxer, who is a very quick opponent, bouncing around to strike from odd angles. The approach allows him to usually out-strike his opponents, although his lack of power means that he rarely has the chance to actually stop anyone. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Julian Banham in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Alec Owlett (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #205, Underdog: +570) vs. Valdo Calamari (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #180, Favorite: -720) Alec Owlett is an all-rounder, who is perfectly capable of engaging in striking, wrestling, or a battle on the ground. That said, his versatility comes with a price in that he isn't particularly threatening at anything and is very vulnerable against specialists. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Kazuo Aizawa in the first round of the tournament. Valdo Calamari is a decent all-rounder, who was originally a wrestler with good hands but has since added some ground skills to the package too. He has continued to improve with each fight since his debut back in 1997 and the sky seems to be the limit for him. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Bjarne Bjerre in the first round of the tournament. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Martin "The Crippler" Cupples (12-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournment Seed: #60, Favorite: -390) vs. "The Phat Man" Ern Fathoui (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Underdog: +310) Martin Cupples boasts heavy hands and some strong boxing skills, and is a knock out artist of some skill. Unlike many other former boxers he has also developed a sturdy takedown defence and some good defensive skills on the ground too. He joined BCF in 1997 and has been slowly working his way up the rankings ever since, although a first defeat, to Vikram Sithalayan, in 2001 has applied the brakes slightly. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Procopio Golias in the first round of the tournament. Ern Fathoui is an Iraqi who now lives and trains in Europe. A solid grappler who has a very dangerous submission game at his disposal. Known for his leglocks in particular, he's a tricky customer indeed. He's coming off a first round submission victory over Jean-Jacques Levasseur in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Hamilton Fonseca Junior (6-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #204, Favorite: -130) vs. Maxime Giresse (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #181, Underdog: -110) Hamilton Fonseca Junior is a solid striker, a Muay Thai specialist who can give anybody a hard time in a stand-up battle. Where he is most deadly is in the Muay Thai clinch, where his knees and elbows possess fight-ending knock out power. He was a regular with FLB, but only managed a paltry 2-2 record in his time there. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Kiyotaka Aihara in the first round of the tournament. Maxime Giresse is a French fighter, who comes to MMA from a Judo background, and relies heavily on the submission skills and throws that he learned there. He will definitely need to improve his striking if he is to become a major player, but the base for a successful career is present. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Caragh Green in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Konosuke Shirahata (10-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #37, Favorite: -150) vs. Gus "Buster" Fitzpatrick (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #92, Underdog: +110) Konosuke Shirahata is a rock solid wrestler, who is at his best when he can take his opponent down and get top control. He is difficult to shake and has the ability to finish fights from there by either strikes or submissions. Unusually small for a Welterweight, many feel that if he dropped to his more natural home of Lightweight he'd be an absolute beast. That said, five years into his career and he has yet to taste defeat at 170 lbs. He has won both his fights with ALPHA-1, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Yeijiro Yamamoto. Gus Fitzpatrick is a promising youngster, who comes from an amateur wrestling background but has also trained himself up over the years to be a very solid kick boxer too. His favorite technique to finish is ground and pound, as he has the power to destroy anyone from top position. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Salvador Santos in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Bussho "Nurse Shark" Maruyama (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #45, Favorite: -980) vs. Jerome "Retribution" Atkins (2-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #84, Underdog: +780) Bussho Maruyama is a tenacious young fighter, an all-rounder, able to stand and trade, wrestle, or take things to the ground. With the right sort of training and advice, he could wind up being quite good. He started fighting for ALPHA-1 in 2001 and began strongly, winning his first two fights in impressive fashion. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Vjekoslav Sarich in the first round of the tournament. Jerome Atkins is a striker from London, who was crowned the UK national Muay Thai his champion in 1998. As you would expect, his bread and butter is his striking game, a constant onslaught of punches, kicks, knees and elbows that few can withstand. He was signed by BCF as soon as it became clear he'd be trying MMA, and he made his much-heralded debut in 2000, knocking Scott Gillespie out cold with a devastating knee. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Marlon Standish in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Fight Night Delight" Delroy Rhodes (12-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Favorite: -390) vs. Rodolfo de Souza (9-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #93, Underdog: +310) Delroy Rhodes is a good kick boxer, and is a live wire when fighting, constantly bouncing around throwing strikes from unorthodox angles. Difficult to get hold of, the elusive "Fight Night Delight" has a crowd-pleasing style of fighting that is also quite successful. GAMMA signed him in 2001 and he made a fine start, outpointing Cooper Richardson at GAMMA 47. Rodolfo de Souza is a Brazilian kick boxer, who is very much a middle-of-the-pack fighter. In other words, he's good but nowhere near great. His striking is his main asset, the rest of his MMA game is pretty weak. He is coming off a first round TKO victroy over Yosai Godo in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Jayden Karp (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Favorite: -500) vs. "Red Fury" Pavel Radulov (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #68, Underdog: +390) Jayden Karp is a talented young Englishman who is loaded with potential. His background is in submission fighting but he has allied that with a highly technical boxing game that gives him a lot of different attacking options. He was signed by BCF in 2001 and debuted with a win over Grant Kyle. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Joe Pelham in the first round of the tournament. Pavel Radulov is an all-rounder, and can handle any aspect of MMA, being a decent striker, wrestler, and submission artist all wrapped into one package. His weakness is that, paradoxically, while he has no specific problem area he also doesn't have a particularly strong element to his game either. A relatively small Welterweight, he joined SIGMA in 2001. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Godofredo Tavora in the first round of the tournament. Weigh-In Results Nathan Chambers (170 lbs) vs. Danny Rowan (170 lbs) Ichisake Miyagi (170 lbs) vs. Michihiro Kodera (170 lbs) Will Kane (170 lbs) vs. Teco (170 lbs) Darin Blood (170 lbs) vs. Randy Carsley (170 lbs) Josh Aldarisio (170 lbs) vs. Marcus Rimmer (170 lbs) Alberto Basora (170 lbs) vs. Kensuke Tanaka (170 lbs) Jens Halle (170 lbs) vs. Willem Van Ommen (170 lbs) Mills Mullally (170 lbs) vs. Tekkan Okubo (170 lbs) Brad Wyman (170 lbs) vs. Joshua Ziegler (170 lbs) Alec Owlett (170 lbs) vs. Valdo Calamari (170 lbs) Martin Cupples (170 lbs) vs. Ern Fathoui (170 lbs) Hamilton Fonseca Junior (170 lbs) vs. Maxime Giresse (170 lbs) Konosuke Shirahata (170 lbs) vs. Gus Fitzpatrick (170 lbs) Bussho Maruyama (170 lbs) vs. Jerome Atkins (170 lbs) Delroy Rhodes (170 lbs) vs. Rodolfo de Souza (170 lbs) Jayden Karp (170 lbs) vs. Pavel Radulov (170 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 40 Full Fight Card WW: Nathan Chambers vs. Danny Rowan WW: Ichisake Miyagi vs. Michihiro Kodera WW: Will Kane vs. Teco WW: Darin Blood vs. Randy Carsley WW: Josh Aldarisio vs. Marcus Rimmer WW: Alberto Basora vs. Kensuke Tanaka WW: Jens Halle vs. Willem Van Ommen WW: Mills Mullally vs. Tekkan Okubo WW: Brad Wyman vs. Joshua Ziegler WW: Alec Owlett vs. Valdo Calamari WW: Martin Cupples vs. Ern Fathoui WW: Hamilton Fonseca Junior vs. Maxime Giresse WW: Konosuke Shirahata vs. Gus Fitzpatrick WW: Bussho Maruyama vs. Jerome Atkins WW: Delroy Rhodes vs. Rodolfo de Souza WW: Jayden Karp vs. Pavel Radulov

Friday, Week 2, July 2002 Live From Calgary, Alberta PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Origenes Salgado (13-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: -130) vs. "Macho Man" Malloy Mahoney (7-2, 1-0 CTC, From: London, England, Favorite: -140) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:30) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Mahoney misses with a left jab but lands a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Salgado lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Salgado uses a flurry of three punches without landing any but lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Mahoney uses a pair of left jabs but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:12) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Mahoney has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Salgado uses a flurry of three punches without landing any and then doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Mahoney forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Salgado misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Mahoney connects with a jab but Salgado evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:22) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 1 - 01:58) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Mahoney moves in on Salgado, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 01:23) A jab is wide from Mahoney, but then he hits Salgado with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Mahoney comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Mahoney bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Mahoney lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Mahoney glances at the clock. (Rd 1 - 00:46) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 00:12) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mahoney. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:54) Mahoney stalks forward, pressuring Salgado. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Salgado hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:54) A jab is wide from Mahoney, but then he hits Salgado with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Salgado uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Mahoney lands a left jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Circling warily, Salgado is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 04:10) A jab is wide from Mahoney, but then he scores with a right to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:56) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 2 - 03:27) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Salgado manages to connect with only one punch out of a flurry but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Mahoney hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 2 - 02:45) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 02:31) Mahoney moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Salgado into exchanging strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:31) Salgado fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 02:31) Mahoney lands a jab and then he catches Salgado with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 02:20) Salgado has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Mahoney fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Salgado appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Mahoney took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Mahoney hits a left jab and then catches Salgado with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 01:35) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Salgado misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Mahoney attacks with a jab and a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:20) Mahoney is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 01:13) It looked like we were about to see Salgado try and get some grappling started, but Mahoney was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Mahoney lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Mahoney stalks forward, pressuring Salgado. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Mahoney steps into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Mahoney connects with a nice jab and then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:33) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Mahoney steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Salgado appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Mahoney took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Mahoney can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Salgado is limping noticeably. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Good round, that's the sort of action we like to see. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Mahoney, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Mahoney up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:55) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Salgado lands a quick punch but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Mahoney hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:17) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 3 - 03:43) Mahoney can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Salgado with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:43) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Salgado. (Rd 3 - 03:27) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:27) Salgado misses with a big right hand, allowing Mahoney to counter with a quick left hook. (Rd 3 - 02:52) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 3 - 02:33) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 3 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:14) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:14) Salgado uses a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 3 - 02:14) Mahoney hits a left jab and also lands a low kick. (Rd 3 - 01:42) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 3 - 01:15) Mahoney lands a left hand and then hits Salgado with a body kick. (Rd 3 - 01:04) With Salgado bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 3 - 01:04) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor. (Rd 3 - 01:04) We're back underway! (Rd 3 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:53) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 3 - 00:41) Mahoney is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 3 - 00:34) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 00:34) Mahoney lands a one-two. Salgado attacks with five quick punches and lands two of them but only finds gloves with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Mahoney, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Salgado needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 05:00) Salgado can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 4 - 04:55) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Salgado may have been aiming to get in close, but Mahoney aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Mahoney lands a jab and then hits Salgado with a high right head kick. (Rd 4 - 04:02) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 04:02) Mahoney hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:02) Salgado throws three quick punches and lands two of them but misses with a big right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:34) For the first time, Salgado is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 4 - 03:28) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 03:28) Salgado misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a low kick. (Rd 4 - 03:09) Mahoney is looking really tired. (Rd 4 - 03:09) Mahoney, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away. (Rd 4 - 03:09) Clinched with Mahoney, Salgado looks to try and take him down. (Rd 4 - 03:09) It doesn't work, Mahoney defended against it well. (Rd 4 - 02:51) Salgado looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 02:51) Salgado doesn't get the takedown, Mahoney instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 4 - 02:31) Mahoney attempts to wrestle Salgado to the ground. (Rd 4 - 02:31) Mahoney can't get Salgado down to the ground. (Rd 4 - 02:12) Mahoney ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple; Salgado takes control. (Rd 4 - 02:00) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart. (Rd 4 - 01:27) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 01:27) Mahoney finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 4 - 01:27) Salgado uses a flurry of four punches without landing any but scores with a great right hook. (Rd 4 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:47) Mahoney steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 4 - 00:47) Mahoney connects with a jab, but Salgado evades a big right punch. (Rd 4 - 00:39) Salgado is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Mahoney steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Mahoney hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 4 - 00:22) Salgado is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 4 - 00:11) Mahoney lands a left jab, but the following leg kick misses. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Good effort there, that was a very exciting round to watch. More please! (Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mahoney. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Salgado is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:51) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 5 - 04:31) From the looks of things, I don't think Mahoney has much energy left. (Rd 5 - 04:19) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:19) Mahoney slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 5 - 03:42) Mahoney throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Salgado takes the chance and grabs Mahoney into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Clinched with Mahoney, Salgado looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Salgado doesn't get the takedown, Mahoney instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 5 - 03:01) Mahoney attempts to wrestle Salgado to the ground. (Rd 5 - 03:01) Mahoney can't get Salgado down to the ground. (Rd 5 - 02:46) Mahoney attempts to wrestle Salgado to the ground. (Rd 5 - 02:46) Mahoney gets the takedown! Salgado pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 02:31) Mahoney attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 5 - 02:31) He passes guard, but Salgado was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 5 - 02:18) The scramble ends with Mahoney grabbing Salgado and shoving him up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:05) Mahoney pins Salgado up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 5 - 01:48) Mahoney uses dirty boxing to punish Salgado while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:30) Mahoney uses dirty boxing to punish Salgado while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:12) Salgado is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:01) Salgado is trapped against the cage and Mahoney hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 5 - 00:49) Salgado is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 5 - 00:38) Salgado is breathing very hard. (Rd 5 - 00:38) Mahoney looks totally gassed. (Rd 5 - 00:38) Salgado is trapped against the cage and Mahoney hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 5 - 00:21) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Leo Behan restarts them back in the center. (Rd 5 - 00:10) Mahoney can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Mahoney. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges score the contest as 50-45 (Johnny Beerbohm), 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 49-46 (Edward Wilde). (Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Macho Man' Malloy Mahoney wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'Macho Man' Malloy Mahoney defeats Origenes Salgado (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Malloy Mahoney name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He praises Salgado for a tough fight. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Cockney Rebel" Mikey Wallace (9-3, 1-0 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +140) vs. Walter May (21-8, 1-0 CTC, From: Aberdeen, Scotland, Favorite: -180) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:48) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 04:18) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Wallace hits a jab but has a left hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 04:18) May scores with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:58) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Wallace uses a right jab but has a left hand blocked. May lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:39) May finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Wallace lands two jabs and also lands a right kick to the rib cage. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:18) May uses a right jab but has a left hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Wallace lands two jabs but has a left hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Wallace lands a right jab but can't hit a left cross. (Rd 1 - 02:54) May finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Wallace appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:31) May quickly throws a punch and lands it but finds a big left hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Wallace hits a right jab and also scores with a great left hook. (Rd 1 - 02:02) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Wallace slips past a left hook and counters with a good left hook. (Rd 1 - 01:45) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:45) May uses a right jab but has a left hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 01:45) Wallace uses a pair of right jabs and also hits a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:20) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Wallace slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a left head kick that did damage. (Rd 1 - 01:09) May looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him! He winds up backed against the cage with nowhere to go! (Rd 1 - 01:09) A left cross thumps into May! (Rd 1 - 01:02) Wallace smashes May with a big left hand through the guard! May can do nothing but try and cover up! (Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Wallace launches a head kick that lands hard! May goes down! (Rd 1 - 00:39) Wallace quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed May! (Rd 1 - 00:39) Somehow May hangs on, surviving a flurry of bone-crunching stomps and kicks! (Rd 1 - 00:20) Wallace looks to get on top of May. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Wallace almost sneaks around, but May ultimately gets him in half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Wallace fires away with punches, but May doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Wallace, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Wallace. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:45) May scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Wallace hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:22) May scores with a jab but has a left hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Displaying some good boxing, Wallace throws a flurry of three punches that end with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 04:07) For the first time, Wallace is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 03:58) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Wallace slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:53) The big reach advantage that Wallace has was evident there. (Rd 2 - 03:47) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:47) May misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Wallace to attack with a great left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:29) May is off-target with a jab and also doesn't connect with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Wallace tries to go to the body but doesn't reach. (Rd 2 - 03:11) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:11) May finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Wallace hits a two-punch combination, a quick right and a straight left. (Rd 2 - 02:55) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:55) May misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Wallace comes in with a jab and a powerful left hook! (Rd 2 - 02:46) May hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 2 - 02:46) Wallace starts pounding away on May, looking to finish him off! (Rd 2 - 02:46) Wallace pounds away on May, but few of the shots lands clean. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Wallace pounds away, but May calmly deals with them. (Rd 2 - 02:16) May tries to move to guard, but Wallace doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 02:01) Wallace pounds away with lefts but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 2 - 01:48) May scoots around and wraps his legs around Wallace to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 01:28) Wallace fires off a few punches. (Rd 2 - 00:58) May tries to catch Wallace with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Wallace fires off a few punches. (Rd 2 - 00:17) May drags Wallace in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Wallace took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Wallace. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:55) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:55) May scores with a jab but misses with a left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Wallace scores with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:39) A jab lands from Wallace, but May dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 3 - 04:26) May is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Shoulders hunched, May studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity. (Rd 3 - 04:18) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 04:18) May connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Wallace hits a right jab but misses with a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:18) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Wallace. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Wallace closes in on May, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Wallace lands a jab and then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Wallace is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Wallace comes in looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Wallace lands a jab and then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 3 - 03:26) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Wallace is off target with a right jab but hits a left cross. (Rd 3 - 03:26) May is off target with a right jab but lands a nice left hook. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 03:10) May lands a right jab but doesn't connect with a left hand. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Wallace misses a jab but nails a left cross. (Rd 3 - 02:46) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 02:46) Wallace misses an attempted body shot and gets countered with a good left hook. (Rd 3 - 02:32) May acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight. (Rd 3 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:27) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:27) May misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Wallace attacks with a jab and a big left hand that just misses. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Wallace throws a one-two, but May was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 01:43) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 3 - 01:18) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 01:18) May misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Wallace to attack with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Wallace looks very tired out there. (Rd 3 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 00:54) May misses a jab but lands a left hook. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Wallace is off-target with a jab but hits a good left hand. (Rd 3 - 00:43) With Wallace bleeding, referee Christian Maugham pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 3 - 00:43) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 3 - 00:43) The fight will be restarted in the center! (Rd 3 - 00:29) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:29) May misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 3 - 00:20) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:20) May attempts to wrestle Wallace to the ground. (Rd 3 - 00:20) May gets the takedown! Wallace pulls half guard. (Rd 3 - 00:04) May pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Wallace. (Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for May, he's running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:48) It looked like we were about to see May try and get some grappling started, but Wallace was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:48) Wallace lands a right hand and then hits May with a leg kick. (Rd 4 - 04:39) Limping slightly, May is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs. (Rd 4 - 04:28) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Wallace dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a right jab and a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 4 - 04:13) May appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 4 - 04:03) May moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 4 - 04:03) Wallace throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 4 - 03:56) May takes the chance and grabs Wallace into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:49) Wallace gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as May uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 03:30) May is trying to push Wallace so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:30) May does it, Wallace is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:19) With the cage trapping Wallace, May looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 03:19) Wallace has no answer to a slick trip! (Rd 4 - 03:19) May ends up holding a seated Wallace around the waist, pressing him up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:49) May looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Wallace from a seated position onto his back. (Rd 4 - 02:49) He does brilliantly, and manages to get full mount on Wallace! (Rd 4 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:23) May pounds away, Wallace is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 4 - 02:23) Referee Christian Maugham pulls May away, stopping the fight! (Rd 4 - 02:12) By TKO, the winner is Walter May! Official Result: Walter May defeats 'Cockney Rebel' Mikey Wallace (TKO (Strikes) in 2:48 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Walter May thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Walter May says that it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Mikey Wallace. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Evan "The Carpenter" Pizzarro (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: New Orleans, Louisiana, Favorite: -800) vs. Ragnar "Rock" Gunnlaugsson (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Reykjavik, Iceland, Underdog: +700) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Pizzarro had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Two jabs hit home from Gunnlaugsson and then he hits Pizzarro with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Gunnlaugsson uses a left jab, but Pizzarro avoids the kick to the body that it set up. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Gunnlaugsson slips due to the missed kick, and falls to the ground. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Pizzarro looks to get on top of Gunnlaugsson. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Pizzarro almost sneaks around, but Gunnlaugsson ultimately holds him in guard. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Pizzarro throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Pizzarro looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 03:27) After a struggle, he gets to half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Pizzarro is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Gunnlaugsson tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 1 - 02:12) The scramble leaves Pizzarro on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Gunnlaugsson throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Pizzarro brings his legs up and tries to lock Gunnlaugsson in a triangle choke. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Gunnlaugsson pulls free of the triangle and brilliantly spins to side control. (Rd 1 - 01:17) In side control, Gunnlaugsson catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Pizzarro does well to transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 00:43) With a quick movement, Gunnlaugsson throws a shoulder smash to the face and upper chest of Pizzarro. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Pizzarro grabs Gunnlaugsson and draws him in close, smothering him. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Not giving his opponent any room to work, Gunnlaugsson keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Gunnlaugsson took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Pizzarro looks a little shell-shocked too. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:49) Pizzarro comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Gunnlaugsson connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Pizzarro is able to grab Gunnlaugsson. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Pizzarro looks to take Gunnlaugsson down by setting up a judo throw. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Gunnlaugsson has no answer to a great hip throw, he is left down under side control! (Rd 2 - 04:12) Looking to catch his breath, Pizzarro is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Pizzarro attempts a kimura. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Pizzarro gets the kimura fully applied and Gunnlaugsson has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 03:16) By submission, the winner is Evan Pizzarro! Official Result: Evan 'The Carpenter' Pizzarro defeats Ragnar 'Rock' Gunnlaugsson (Submission (Kimura) in 1:44 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Evan Pizzarro name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Evan Pizzarro says it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Ragnar Gunnlaugsson. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Dana "Danger Man" Delaney (11-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Yonkers, New York, Favorite: -230) vs. "Cannonball" Bruno Epps (12-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Underdog: +180) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Benjamin Milligan III, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Delaney moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 04:45) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Epps, but Delaney was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Delaney connects with two left hands and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Epps lands a weak, tentative jab. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Attacking with a quick flurry, Delaney lands three punches but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Delaney confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 04:00) A quick flurry of four punches from Delaney sees all of them hit home and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 04:00) With that last shot, it looks like Delaney may have damaged his own hand. (Rd 1 - 04:00) A broken hand would certainly have a big impact upon his chances of winning. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Epps shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Epps can't get past the sprawl of Delaney and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Delaney hits a couple of minor left hands, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Delaney throws four quick punches, all easily avoided or blocked, and then catches Epps with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Stepping in, Delaney throws five quick punches, one of which land, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:23) It looked like we were about to see Epps try and get some grappling started, but Delaney was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Showing good hand speed, Delaney lands two out of a flurry of five punches but Epps avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 00:54) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Delaney comes in with a flurry of four quick punches, landing one of them, but Epps avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Epps appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Delaney took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Delaney doesn't trouble his opponent with a triple punch combo. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Delaney. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:46) Attacking with intent, Delaney scores with one out of a flurry of five punches but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Delaney is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Epps shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:03) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:49) In half guard, Epps throws a couple of punches designed to keep Delaney guessing. (Rd 2 - 03:24) Delaney uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. (Rd 2 - 03:24) He may regret that choice, as it gives Epps the perfect opportunity to get side control. (Rd 2 - 03:01) Epps unloads with big right hands, but Delaney is able to deal with most of them. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Epps blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Epps fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Delaney tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Epps pounds away but Delaney deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 2 - 01:41) Delaney tries to pull guard on Epps but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Looking to catch his breath, Epps is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:11) Delaney tries to move to guard, but Epps doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Epps begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Delaney fights the attempted mount off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 00:44) The scramble sees Delaney up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Epps exerts total control, keeping Delaney smothered against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:27) The rest of the round sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Epps. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:45) A flurry of four punches from Delaney see one of them land but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Epps shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:18) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Delaney pulling guard. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Time slips away as Epps successfully keeps Delaney stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 03:45) Epps smothers Delaney with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Epps attempts to pass guard. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Epps passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Delaney starts scrambling. (Rd 3 - 03:12) The scramble ends with Epps grabbing Delaney and shoving him up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:58) Delaney is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 3 - 02:46) Epps keeps Delaney up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 3 - 02:34) Delaney takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 3 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:23) Epps leans all of his weight up against Delaney, pressing him against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:23) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 3 - 01:11) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 3 - 00:57) Attacking with a quick flurry, Delaney lands one of four punches but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 00:18) Epps comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 00:18) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Delaney pulling guard. (Rd 3 - 00:07) Time slips away as Epps successfully keeps Delaney stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Epps. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Epps ahead 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:49) Delaney uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Delaney is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 4 - 04:16) There's a takedown attempt from Epps. (Rd 4 - 04:16) The takedown is completed, Epps gets side control from it. (Rd 4 - 04:02) Epps tries to pound on Delaney, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 4 - 03:49) Epps blocks Delaney as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Epps tries to pound on Delaney, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 4 - 03:23) Epps blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 03:09) Epps pounds away, but Delaney calmly deals with them. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Delaney tries to pull guard on Epps but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 4 - 02:39) In side control, Epps begins working to get a mount. (Rd 4 - 02:39) Epps struggles but cannot mount Delaney. (Rd 4 - 02:15) Epps blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 01:56) Epps pounds away but Delaney deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 4 - 01:43) Epps blocks Delaney as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 4 - 01:25) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 4 - 01:10) Delaney throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 4 - 00:55) Epps is able to grab Delaney. (Rd 4 - 00:47) Epps is trying to push Delaney so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:47) Epps achieves it, pinning Delaney to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Delaney is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Delaney looks very tired out there. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Delaney is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Epps, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Delaney realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:53) Delaney throws a one-two, but Epps was equal to it. (Rd 5 - 04:38) Epps seizes the chance and grabs Delaney into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Epps hits Delaney with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple. (Rd 5 - 04:21) Epps is trying to push Delaney so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:21) Delaney ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:10) Epps goes to use some dirty boxing, but Delaney is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 5 - 03:54) Epps pins Delaney up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 03:43) Delaney takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 5 - 03:33) Delaney is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Epps has over him. (Rd 5 - 03:33) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Epps exerts total control, keeping Delaney smothered against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:08) The lack of progress forces the referee to separate the two fighters. (Rd 5 - 01:08) Epps is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 5 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 00:58) Delaney fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Epps with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:43) Epps gets hold of Delaney without taking too much damage. (Rd 5 - 00:35) Epps is looking to muscle Delaney back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:35) He does so and now has Delaney pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:15) Delaney is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Epps, but only a 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 49-46. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Cannonball' Bruno Epps! Official Result: 'Cannonball' Bruno Epps defeats Dana 'Danger Man' Delaney (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Bruno Epps thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He praises Delaney for a tough fight. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Keita Oshima (22-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -220) vs. Konstantinos "Tapper" Chorophas (9-8, 1-0 CTC, From: Patras, Greece, Underdog: +170) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Chorophas looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Oshima simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Oshima connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:29) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Oshima hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Oshima can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Oshima stalks forward, pressuring Chorophas. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Chorophas fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Oshima throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Oshima comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Chorophas hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Oshima doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Moving forward constantly, Oshima is pressuring Chorophas. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Oshima steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Oshima uses a left jab but misses with a low kick. (Rd 1 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:22) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 01:58) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Oshima comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Chorophas throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 01:36) A jab is wide from Oshima, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Oshima dances round with his hands low, making a big show of how easy he is finding this. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Oshima moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Chorophas into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Oshima looks to pressure Chorophas, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 01:23) A jab lands from Oshima but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 01:00) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 00:39) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Chorophas connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Oshima uses a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:28) That last punch hurt Chorophas, he grins in response but I don't think that he's fooling anyone. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Oshima hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Oshima. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) Oshima comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Chorophas tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 2 - 04:47) A jab hits home from Oshima and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Oshima comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Chorophas fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Oshima lands a jab and then he hits Chorophas with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Oshima is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Oshima comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Chorophas tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Oshima connects with a nice jab and then he catches Chorophas with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Oshima moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Chorophas into exchanging strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Chorophas scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Oshima can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Oshima steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Oshima confidently steps into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Oshima lands a left hand and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Chorophas. (Rd 2 - 02:51) Oshima comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:51) Oshima steps into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 02:51) Oshima hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Oshima steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Chorophas manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Oshima lands a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 02:01) Chorophas had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 02:01) Oshima throws a punch but Chorophas was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Oshima comes forward. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Chorophas lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Oshima throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 01:28) Oshima comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 01:28) Chorophas throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 01:28) Oshima hits a left jab and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:11) A jab hits home from Oshima and then he hits Chorophas with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Oshima is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 2 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Oshima comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Chorophas manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Oshima lands a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 00:31) Oshima can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Chorophas shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:14) The takedown is completed, Oshima is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Chorophas pounds away with elbow strikes but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Oshima. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Oshima ahead 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:49) Oshima fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Chorophas with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:37) Oshima uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:11) Chorophas looked like he was going to shoot, but Oshima simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 04:11) Oshima throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 3 - 04:05) Oshima looks very tired out there, I think he is deep into his gas tank now. (Rd 3 - 03:53) Chorophas may have been setting up to shoot, but Oshima aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 03:53) Oshima fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Chorophas with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 03:45) Oshima is breathing very hard. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Oshima moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Chorophas looked like he was going to shoot, but Oshima simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Oshima connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 3 - 03:08) Oshima moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 03:08) Oshima lands a jab and then hits Chorophas with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Chorophas looked like he was going to shoot, but Oshima simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Oshima can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 02:44) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Chorophas. (Rd 3 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:23) Oshima lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 02:04) Oshima lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:44) There's a takedown attempt from Chorophas. (Rd 3 - 01:44) Oshima cannot stop the takedown, Chorophas drove in with too much power. (Rd 3 - 01:44) Oshima winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Chorophas pressing onto him. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Chorophas pounds away, but Oshima isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Oshima hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Not liking his options, Chorophas looks to get a better position over Oshima. (Rd 3 - 00:49) He does brilliantly, and manages to get full mount on Oshima! (Rd 3 - 00:01) Chorophas tries to ensnare Oshima in an armbar. (Rd 3 - 00:01) The armbar is locked in, but Oshima survives because the round ends! (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Chorophas, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Oshima ahead 29-28. (Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Chorophas. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:48) Chorophas may have been setting up to shoot, but Oshima aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:48) Oshima throws a punch but Chorophas avoids it. (Rd 4 - 04:43) Oshima looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 04:36) There's a takedown attempt from Chorophas. (Rd 4 - 04:36) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Chorophas is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Chorophas is too skilled for Oshima, passing half guard and gaining side control. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Everything Oshima is doing off his back is about slowing down and frustrating Chorophas, which is probably the best he can hope for. (Rd 4 - 03:38) In side control, Chorophas begins working to get a mount. (Rd 4 - 03:38) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Oshima rolled over and gave up his back instead. (Rd 4 - 03:06) Chorophas attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 4 - 03:06) Oshima doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 4 - 02:49) Oshima tries a roll, but doesn't budge Chorophas. (Rd 4 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:27) Oshima prevents Chorophas from getting his hooks in. (Rd 4 - 02:02) Oshima tries to move Chorophas off his back but can't. (Rd 4 - 01:38) Chorophas tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 4 - 01:38) Oshima fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 4 - 01:01) Chorophas blocks Oshima as he tries to roll over. (Rd 4 - 00:46) Oshima prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Chorophas from getting hooks in. (Rd 4 - 00:23) Oshima tries to turn over and sweep Chorophas but can't do it. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Chorophas. (Rd 4 - 00:00) So, it looks like it all comes down to the final round - whoever wins it should win the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:45) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:45) Chorophas misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a nice left hand. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Oshima stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Chorophas tries to wrestle Oshima backward and up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:32) He does so and now has Oshima pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:21) Chorophas smothers Oshima against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 5 - 04:06) Chorophas drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 5 - 03:58) Chorophas smothers Oshima against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 5 - 03:40) Chorophas scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:29) Oshima takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 5 - 03:16) Chorophas hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 5 - 03:07) Chorophas catches Oshima with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:56) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 5 - 02:56) For the first time, Chorophas is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 5 - 02:47) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Chorophas, but Oshima was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 02:47) Oshima can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 02:39) Oshima looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:29) Chorophas shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 02:29) A big double leg takedown is completed, Chorophas was far too fast and powerful for Oshima to resist! (Rd 5 - 02:29) Oshima is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Chorophas holding him down. (Rd 5 - 02:29) He continues to enjoy a 100% takedown completion rate in this fight. (Rd 5 - 02:20) Chorophas begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position. (Rd 5 - 02:20) Oshima gets turned onto his back, and is mounted! (Rd 5 - 01:56) Chorophas tries to set up Oshima for an armbar. (Rd 5 - 01:56) Chorophas gets the armbar fully applied and Oshima has to tap out! (Rd 5 - 01:30) Konstantinos Chorophas takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Konstantinos 'Tapper' Chorophas defeats Keita Oshima (Submission (Armbar) in 3:30 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Fantastic. Post-Fight: Konstantinos Chorophas thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and answers that Craig Hulme would be someone he'd like to compete against. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Syed Tan (18-4-1, 0-0 CTC, From: George Town, Malaysia, Favorite: -730) vs. Garth "Vader" Neill (5-0, 1-0 CTC, From: McFarlane's Ranch, Texas, Underdog: +580) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Benjamin Milligan III, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Tan deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start. (Rd 1 - 04:53) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 04:18) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Tan attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Neill throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 03:46) A jab lands from Tan but the following kick to the body misses. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Tan comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Neill manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Tan fools Neill with a feint. (Rd 1 - 03:21) A jab hits home from Tan and then he catches Neill with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:06) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Tan fools Neill with a feint. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Tan slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a left hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Tan attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Neill lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Tan throws a one-two, but Neill was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 02:34) Tan comes forward, walking down Neill. (Rd 1 - 02:34) Neill hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:34) Tan opens Neill up with a feint. (Rd 1 - 02:34) Tan doesn't land any of the three strikes he threw at Neill. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Tan stalks forward, pressuring Neill. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Tan confidently steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Tan hits a left hand but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Tan attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Neill tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Tan lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Tan moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Neill into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Neill hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:38) A jab hits home from Tan and then he catches Neill with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Tan dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Tan looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Neill hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Two jabs hit home from Tan and then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:39) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Tan hits a left hand, but Neill catches the leg kick that follows! (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Tan, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Tan. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:54) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 04:30) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Tan comes forward, walking down Neill. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Neill fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Tan connects with a nice jab and then he catches Neill with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Tan is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 03:53) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 2 - 03:24) There's a takedown attempt from Neill. (Rd 2 - 03:24) Neill gets a single leg takedown! Tan pulls guard off it. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Neill lies on top of Tan, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Neill looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Tan tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 02:35) Neill ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble. (Rd 2 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:21) Tan fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 02:03) Neill bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. (Rd 2 - 02:03) There wasn't enough separation though, Tan is able to catch him and secure side control. (Rd 2 - 01:40) Tan unloads with two big elbows but Neill covers up well and absorbs all of the impact on his forearms. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Neill tries to pull guard on Tan but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Tan unleashes three vicious looking elbows, although none of them land cleanly. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Neill turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes! (Rd 2 - 00:48) Tan tries to get both hooks in, but can't quite manage it. (Rd 2 - 00:31) Neill tries a roll, but doesn't budge Tan. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Tan tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Neill stops Tan from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a quality round and the fans are really getting into this. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Tan. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Tan is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:45) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Tan hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Neill is off target with a left jab but nails a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:28) Neill shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:28) Neill gets hold of a leg but Tan remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 3 - 04:28) Neill uses the position to drive Tan up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Neill looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Tan, pressed up against the cage, cannot stop the takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Tan is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Neill holding him down. (Rd 3 - 03:45) Neill looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Tan from a seated position onto his back. (Rd 3 - 03:45) He does brilliantly, and manages to get full mount on Tan! (Rd 3 - 02:58) Neill pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Neill fires away and Tan is eating powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 3 - 02:44) Referee Christian Maugham is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 3 - 02:31) The winner, by TKO, is Garth 'Vader' Neill! Official Result: Garth 'Vader' Neill defeats Syed Tan (TKO (Strikes) in 2:29 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Fantastic. Post-Fight: Garth Neill thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he hopes Evan Gardner has the guts to step up and try to stop him, but he doubts it. Garth Neill proved to be a charismatic interviewee. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Vikram "Punishment" Sithalayan (19-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Islamabad, Pakistan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Ronaldo Roncatto (9-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:53) Sithalayan looked like he was going to shoot, but Roncatto simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Roncatto fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Roncatto throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Sithalayan chooses to shoot in on Roncatto. (Rd 1 - 04:09) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Sithalayan fires away with punches, but Roncatto doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Sithalayan begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. (Rd 1 - 03:45) He can't find a way past half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Sithalayan fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Sithalayan looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Sithalayan gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 1 - 01:56) Sithalayan looks like he may be attempting to get a D'Arce choke set up, he seems to be trying to thread his arm into position at the moment. (Rd 1 - 01:56) Sithalayan sinks the D'Arce choke in fully...Roncatto has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 01:28) Vikram Sithalayan takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Vikram 'Punishment' Sithalayan defeats Ronaldo Roncatto (Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 3:32 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Vikram Sithalayan thanks everyone connected to Bulldog Gym for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Vikram Sithalayan celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Fist of Justice" Ikku Funaki (20-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Sendai, Japan, Favorite: -900) vs. Lev Safanov (7-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Saint Petersburg, Russia, Underdog: +710) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ian Rivers, Benjamin Milligan III, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Safanov may have weighed in the same as Funaki yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Funaki ignores the offer of a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Funaki steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Safanov fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:48) A jab is wide from Funaki, but then he lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:36) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Safanov lands a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Funaki hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Safanov covers up, retreating until pressed against the cage...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt! (Rd 1 - 04:11) Funaki tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but Safanov avoids it. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Safanov circles back to the center, having gotten the time he needed to regain his wits somewhat. (Rd 1 - 03:52) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 1 - 03:26) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Safanov lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Funaki lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Safanov backs away...and almost falls down! I think that last strike really hurt him! (Rd 1 - 02:50) A big right hand from Funaki drops Safanov! (Rd 1 - 02:37) Funaki senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 1 - 02:37) Funaki pounds away on Safanov, landing several great shots that rock him! (Rd 1 - 02:37) With Safanov taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 02:25) The winner, by TKO, is 'The Fist Of Justice' Ikku Funaki! Official Result: 'The Fist Of Justice' Ikku Funaki defeats Lev Safanov (TKO (Strikes) in 2:35 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Ikku Funaki praises his team at Dragon's Lair Gym, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Dominykas "Slamkovic" Jankovic (14-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Varna, Bulgaria, Favorite: -280) vs. Filip Hristov (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Sofia, Bulgaria, Underdog: +220) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) A jab hits home from Jankovic and then he hits Hristov with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:32) A one-two from Jankovic fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Seizing the opportunity, Hristov clinches. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Hristov is looking to muscle Jankovic back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Hristov manages it and controls Jankovic up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Jankovic is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 1 - 03:55) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Hristov leans all of his weight up against Jankovic, pressing him against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:00) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 01:49) It isn't pretty, but Hristov has Jankovic stuck up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:49) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about half a minute. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Referee Christian Maugham decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Hristov appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Jankovic took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Jankovic hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Jankovic moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Hristov appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Jankovic took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Jankovic can't connect with a jab, but then catches Hristov with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Jankovic hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Hristov had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Jankovic fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Hristov, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:54) A jab lands from Jankovic, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Jankovic connects with a nice jab and then catches Hristov with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Hristov aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Jankovic throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Hristov gets hold of Jankovic. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Hristov is trying to muscle Jankovic up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Hristov manages it and controls Jankovic up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Hristov presses Jankovic into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 2 - 03:43) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Jankovic wrestles back against Hristov, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:14) Jankovic lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Jankovic moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Hristov appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Jankovic took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 01:56) A jab lands from Jankovic, but Hristov evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 01:44) There's a takedown attempt from Hristov. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Jankovic almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Hristov has hold of one leg. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Hristov uses the position to drive Jankovic up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Hristov tries to keep him up against the cage, but Jankovic works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Jankovic hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Hristov comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Jankovic partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Hristov has a hold of the other. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Hristov drives Jankovic up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:32) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Hristov keeps Jankovic stuck against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:32) The rest of the round passes by with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Hristov, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Hristov up 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:47) Hristov shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:47) The takedown is unsuccessful, Jankovic sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Jankovic lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:08) Jankovic is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 03:55) Jankovic lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Jankovic uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Hristov is able to grab Jankovic. (Rd 3 - 03:14) Hristov is looking to muscle Jankovic back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:14) Hristov does it, Jankovic is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Hristov keeps Jankovic stuck against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Nothing really happens for the next sixty seconds or so, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 3 - 02:05) Jankovic wrestles back against Hristov, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:51) Hristov is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 01:39) Jankovic connects with a nice jab and then hits Hristov with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Jankovic hits a left hand, but Hristov avoids a big right. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Hristov seizes the chance and grabs Jankovic into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:05) Hristov tries to wrestle Jankovic backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:05) Jankovic doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Jankovic has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Hristov down. (Rd 3 - 00:49) A sweep of the legs is successful, Hristov is floored and Jankovic has no problem getting side control. (Rd 3 - 00:37) Jankovic tries to ensnare Hristov in a kimura. (Rd 3 - 00:37) Hristov blocks it. (Rd 3 - 00:10) Hristov tries to pull guard on Jankovic but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Jankovic. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Hristov up 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:51) Jankovic connects with a nice jab and then catches Hristov with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:51) Hristov appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 4 - 04:33) Jankovic moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 4 - 04:33) Hristov appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Jankovic took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:33) Jankovic lands a jab and then hits Hristov with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:17) Hristov had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:17) Jankovic can't connect with a jab, but then hits Hristov with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:05) Jankovic throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Seizing the opportunity, Hristov shoots. (Rd 4 - 03:54) Hristov can't get past the sprawl of Jankovic and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Hristov, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Jankovic throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 4 - 03:29) Hristov gets hold of Jankovic, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 4 - 03:21) Hristov looks to take Jankovic down by setting up a judo throw. (Rd 4 - 03:21) Jankovic blocks the takedown by grabbing the cage! (Rd 4 - 03:21) The referee spots that bit of cheating and gives a clear verbal warning! (Rd 4 - 03:21) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Hristov keeps Jankovic stuck against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:21) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 4 - 02:17) Hristov tries to smother Jankovic against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 4 - 02:02) A few deep breaths betray that Jankovic is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 4 - 01:51) Jankovic steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 4 - 01:51) A jab is wide from Jankovic, but then he catches Hristov with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:35) There's a takedown attempt from Hristov. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Jankovic almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Hristov holds the other. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Hristov drives Jankovic up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:19) Jankovic is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 4 - 01:13) Jankovic, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Hristov is exerting. (Rd 4 - 01:13) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 4 - 00:04) Hristov pins Jankovic up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:04) Nothing really happens for the remainder of the round, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Hristov took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Jankovic winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Hristov. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:45) Hristov may have been aiming to get in close, but Jankovic aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 04:45) A jab lands from Jankovic, but Hristov evades a big right punch. (Rd 5 - 04:23) Hristov, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:23) Jankovic cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 04:23) Hristov gets his first takedown of the bout. (Rd 5 - 04:11) Hristov attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 5 - 04:11) He passes guard but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins. (Rd 5 - 03:56) Jankovic ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble. (Rd 5 - 03:38) Jankovic is breathing very hard. (Rd 5 - 03:38) Hristov fires off some lefts, but Jankovic isn't troubled by them. (Rd 5 - 03:26) Jankovic pulls Hristov in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 03:11) Hristov lies on top of Jankovic, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 02:50) Hristov is trying to pass guard. (Rd 5 - 02:50) Hristov passes guard, but Jankovic was ready and a scramble for position ensues. (Rd 5 - 02:39) The scramble results in Jankovic being on his back pulling guard. (Rd 5 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Hristov lies on top of Jankovic, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 01:50) Hristov looks to get past the guard. (Rd 5 - 01:50) He passes guard but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins. (Rd 5 - 01:35) The scramble leaves Hristov on his back pulling half guard. (Rd 5 - 01:21) In half guard, Jankovic throws a couple of punches designed to keep Hristov guessing. (Rd 5 - 01:00) Hristov tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Jankovic doesn't allow it. (Rd 5 - 00:48) Jankovic fires off some rights, but Hristov isn't troubled by them. (Rd 5 - 00:32) Hristov tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 5 - 00:19) Jankovic pounds away, but Hristov isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:07) Jankovic blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Hristov is breathing very hard. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Hristov, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 49-46 (Reginald Wodehouse), 48-47 (Edward Wilde) and 49-46 (Ian Rivers). (Rd 5 - 00:00) Filip Hristov is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Filip Hristov defeats Dominykas 'Slamkovic' Jankovic (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Filip Hristov thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Felix "Kick Ass" Mattherson Jr. (9-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Puerto Rico, Favorite: -1200) vs. Christijan Van Belkum (7-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Rotterdam, Netherlands, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 170lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Mattherson is much bigger. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Van Belkum misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Mattherson attacks with two jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 1 - 04:18) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Mattherson slips past a right hook and counters with a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 1 - 03:58) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 03:35) Mattherson shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:35) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Mattherson tries to ensnare Van Belkum in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Van Belkum gets caught by a kimura, it's in deep! (Rd 1 - 03:29) Shockingly, Mattherson loses it! Van Belkum pops his arm free, and has somehow survived! (Rd 1 - 03:29) Mattherson retains side control though, so the danger has far from passed. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Mattherson tries to ensnare Van Belkum in an americana. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Van Belkum doesn't allow the americana to be applied. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Mattherson attempts a kimura. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Mattherson gets the kimura, twists the arm backwards, and Van Belkum has to tap! (Rd 1 - 01:59) The winner, by submission, is Felix 'Kick Ass' Mattherson Jr! Official Result: Felix 'Kick Ass' Mattherson Jr defeats Christijan Van Belkum (Submission (Kimura) in 3:01 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Felix Mattherson Jr. gives a name-check to everyone at Evolution MMA, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Bakin Sakamoto (24-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Underdog: +150) vs. Rich "Hard Rain" Robinson (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Wood Buffalo, Alberta, Favorite: -200) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Robinson may have weighed in the same as Sakamoto yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Robinson is fighting in front of a home crowd tonight, and gets a big cheer as he makes his entrance. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Robinson aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Sakamoto throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Robinson gets hold of Sakamoto. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Robinson is trying to muscle Sakamoto up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Robinson does it, Sakamoto is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Robinson exerts total control, keeping Sakamoto smothered against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:16) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Sakamoto is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Sakamoto takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Sakamoto is trapped against the cage and Robinson punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Robinson shows his grappling ability by trapping Sakamoto up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Sakamoto confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Robinson scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab. (Rd 1 - 01:03) A jab hits home from Sakamoto and then he catches Robinson with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Robinson looked like he was going to shoot, but Sakamoto simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Sakamoto hits a left hand, but Robinson dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Robinson shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Sakamoto almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Robinson has hold of one leg. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Unable to complete the takedown, Robinson instead pushes Sakamoto up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Sakamoto is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Sakamoto is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free. (Rd 1 - 00:04) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for the rest of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Robinson took that round, 10-9 on my score card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:46) Robinson chooses to shoot in on Sakamoto. (Rd 2 - 04:46) The takedown is completed, Sakamoto is on his back and pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Robinson gets his first takedown of the bout. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Robinson looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Sakamoto can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Robinson gains side control. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Sakamoto is defending with tenacity, he is frustrating Robinson and making him work hard. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Robinson tries to lock Sakamoto into a kimura. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Sakamoto doesn't allow the kimura to be applied. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Robinson is trying to move from side control to mount. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Robinson takes the back instead, Sakamoto rolled over rather than get mounted. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Robinson tries to get both hooks in, but can't quite manage it. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Sakamoto tries to get Robinson off his back. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Sakamoto manages to shrug Robinson off, but it only results in both fighters ending up scrambling back to their feet. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Robinson chooses to shoot in on Sakamoto. (Rd 2 - 01:56) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Sakamoto pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Robinson has now completed two takedowns. (Rd 2 - 01:45) The clock runs down as Sakamoto is being smothered against the ground by Robinson. (Rd 2 - 01:20) Robinson fires away with punches, but Sakamoto deals with them fairly well. (Rd 2 - 01:04) Robinson is trying to pass guard. (Rd 2 - 01:04) Robinson gets past, but Sakamoto stops him at half guard. (Rd 2 - 00:06) Robinson unloads with big right hands, but Sakamoto is able to deal with most of them. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Robinson, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Robinson. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:48) Sakamoto lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Robinson seizes the chance and grabs Sakamoto into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Robinson uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Sakamoto. (Rd 3 - 04:15) Robinson hits Sakamoto with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 3 - 03:55) Robinson is trying to push Sakamoto so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:55) Sakamoto ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:42) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Robinson keeps Sakamoto stuck against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:42) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 3 - 02:32) Unable to break free, Sakamoto is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:32) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 3 - 01:19) Sakamoto is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 01:03) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:03) Robinson is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:57) Sakamoto comes in looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:57) Sakamoto lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:33) Robinson comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 00:33) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Sakamoto is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 3 - 00:33) That's three takedowns from four attempts. (Rd 3 - 00:26) Robinson pounds away, but Sakamoto isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 3 - 00:14) Robinson lies on top of Sakamoto, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Robinson. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Sakamoto is running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:46) Robinson chooses to shoot in on Sakamoto. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Sakamoto cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 04:36) Robinson throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Robinson attempts to pass guard. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Robinson passes to half guard. (Rd 4 - 04:18) He may have been passed, but Sakamoto is making Robinson work very hard on the ground for position. (Rd 4 - 03:47) Robinson keeps Sakamoto guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 4 - 03:18) Robinson attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 4 - 03:18) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 4 - 02:09) Robinson attempts the mount. (Rd 4 - 02:09) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Sakamoto rolled over and gave up his back instead. (Rd 4 - 01:34) Robinson attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 4 - 01:34) Sakamoto fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 4 - 00:54) Sakamoto tries to turn over. (Rd 4 - 00:54) The turn is well executed, and Sakamoto is able to twist around and get on top in guard. (Rd 4 - 00:31) Sakamoto doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest. (Rd 4 - 00:20) Robinson drags Sakamoto in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches. (Rd 4 - 00:04) With a quick movement, Sakamoto throws a shoulder smash to the face and upper chest of Robinson. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Robinson, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Sakamoto realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:49) Sakamoto steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 5 - 04:49) Robinson appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Sakamoto took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:49) Sakamoto lands a left jab, but the following kick to the body is poor and allows Robinson to catch it! (Rd 5 - 04:40) Holding the leg, Robinson tries for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:40) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. (Rd 5 - 04:40) That's his fifth takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Robinson begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. (Rd 5 - 04:29) He does excellently, getting into side control. (Rd 5 - 03:42) Robinson attempts to armbar Sakamoto from side control. (Rd 5 - 03:42) Sakamoto defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 5 - 03:24) Robinson attempts the mount. (Rd 5 - 03:24) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Sakamoto rolled over and gave up his back instead. (Rd 5 - 03:03) Robinson tries to get his hooks in, but can't. (Rd 5 - 02:45) Sakamoto tries to turn over. (Rd 5 - 02:45) Sakamoto turns Robinson over and twists around, ending up on top in his guard. (Rd 5 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Sakamoto throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think. (Rd 5 - 01:57) Robinson tries to sweep Sakamoto but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 5 - 01:39) In guard, Sakamoto throws a couple of punches designed to keep Robinson guessing. (Rd 5 - 01:15) Robinson pulls Sakamoto close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head. (Rd 5 - 01:01) Sakamoto fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Robinson attempts to sweep Sakamoto. (Rd 5 - 00:31) The sweep is brilliant, flipping them over so that Robinson has mount! (Rd 5 - 00:16) Robinson pounds away on Sakamoto, landing several great shots that rock him! (Rd 5 - 00:16) Referee Leo Behan is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 5 - 00:03) Rich 'Hard Rain' Robinson takes the win by TKO! Official Result: Rich 'Hard Rain' Robinson defeats Bakin Sakamoto (TKO (Strikes) in 4:57 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Rich Robinson praises his team at Slaughterhouse, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. A good talker, Rich Robinson is always going to benefit from being interviewed regularly. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Pain Train" Chew Chua (23-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Singapore, Favorite: -850) vs. Tristao Bosi (8-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +690) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Chua comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Bosi throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Bosi buys a feint and is left open. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Chua lands a left hand and then he hits Bosi with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:12) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Chua lands two of three quick punches but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:27) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Chua comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Bosi hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Stepping in, Chua throws five quick punches, five of which land, and then he catches Bosi with a beautiful right kick to the head. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Looking glassy-eyed, Bosi staggers backward...he may have been stunned by that last blow! (Rd 1 - 02:46) Chua pounces and smashes Bosi with a big right hand! Down he goes! (Rd 1 - 02:32) Chua senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 1 - 02:32) Chua pounds away, Bosi is taking heavy shot after heavy shot! (Rd 1 - 02:32) Referee Kyle Crisp has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 02:13) The winner, by TKO; Chew Chua! Official Result: 'The Pain Train' Chew Chua defeats Tristao Bosi (TKO (Strikes) in 2:47 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Chew Chua gives a name-check to everyone at Dojo of Zui Quan, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Chew Chua celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. David "Spider-Man" Webb (19-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Kent, England, Favorite: -1160) vs. Joe "The Hitman" Hinchcliffe (27-13, 1-0 CTC, From: Phoenix, Arizona, Underdog: +920) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Hinchcliffe moves in on Webb, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Hinchcliffe fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a body kick. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Webb aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:24) A jab lands from Hinchcliffe, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Webb gets hold of Hinchcliffe without taking too much damage. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Webb attempts to wrestle Hinchcliffe to the ground. (Rd 1 - 04:03) The takedown is successful, Hinchcliffe pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:51) In half guard, Webb throws a couple of punches designed to keep Hinchcliffe guessing. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Webb throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Webb keeps Hinchcliffe guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Webb punches down at Hinchcliffe, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Webb fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Webb unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Webb throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Webb keeps Hinchcliffe guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Webb throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 00:37) In half guard, Webb catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Webb fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Webb. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Webb. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:46) A jab lands from Hinchcliffe, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Hinchcliffe lands a jab and then hits Webb with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Hinchcliffe confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Webb appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Hinchcliffe took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Hinchcliffe hits a left jab and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 03:35) There's a takedown attempt from Webb. (Rd 2 - 03:35) Webb gets the takedown! Hinchcliffe pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 03:35) That's his second takedown of the fight. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Webb smothers Hinchcliffe with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Webb smothers Hinchcliffe with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 02:19) Time slips away as Webb successfully keeps Hinchcliffe stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Hinchcliffe is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Webb off of him. (Rd 2 - 01:17) Webb pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Time slips away as Webb successfully keeps Hinchcliffe stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Time slips away as Webb successfully keeps Hinchcliffe stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Hinchcliffe, 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:51) Showing great timing, Webb comes in fast and looks for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:51) Webb drives forward and gets the takedown! Hinchcliffe couldn't quite stop it. (Rd 3 - 04:51) Webb ends up holding a seated Hinchcliffe around the waist, pressing him up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:41) Webb attempts to guillotine Hinchcliffe, who is stuck against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:41) The guillotine choke is locked in, deep enough that Hinchcliffe has to tap out! (Rd 3 - 04:24) David Webb takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: David 'Spider Man' Webb defeats Joe 'The Hitman' Hinchcliffe (Submission (Guillotine) in 0:36 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: David Webb gives a name-check to everyone at Rob Baines Fighting, all his various sponsors, then all his family, friends, and supporters. David Webb celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "Blazin'" Callum Henson (23-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Crowsnest Pass, Alberta, Favorite: -400) vs. Juan de Castro (10-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Bahia, Brazil, Underdog: +310) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Henson is fighting in front of a home crowd tonight, and gets a big cheer as he makes his entrance. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Henson slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 1 - 04:38) de Castro staggers backward, looking dazed...that last blow must have really rocked him! (Rd 1 - 04:38) de Castro takes a right hand but will not go down. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Moving forward constantly, Henson is pressuring de Castro. (Rd 1 - 04:11) de Castro hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Henson hits a left hand but the following kick to the body misses. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Henson dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a kick to the body that gets parried. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Henson comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 03:24) de Castro manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:24) A jab is wide from Henson, but then he hits de Castro with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:00) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Henson steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:40) de Castro manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Henson fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a scything kick to the legs of de Castro. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Henson comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:17) de Castro lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Henson can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:58) A jab is wide from Henson, but then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:34) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Henson slips past a right hook and counters with a pair of jabs that are followed by a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:16) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:54) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Henson steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 00:18) de Castro tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Henson can't connect with a jab, but then he catches de Castro with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:07) de Castro had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Henson fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Henson. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:52) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 2 - 04:29) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 2 - 04:00) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 03:40) de Castro looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 2 - 03:40) A flurry of three punches from Henson see one of them land and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:10) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Henson forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:39) de Castro throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 2 - 02:39) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Henson. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:00) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 01:42) de Castro hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 2 - 01:42) Henson connects with a nice jab and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 01:20) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:20) de Castro counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 2 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Henson comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 2 - 00:58) de Castro throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 00:58) A quick flurry of punches from Henson sees one of three hit home and then he catches de Castro with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:43) de Castro is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Henson comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:33) de Castro throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Henson throws a two-punch combo but de Castro avoids both. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Showing good hand speed, Henson lands one out of a flurry of three punches and then hits de Castro with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round certainly got the fans going. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Henson took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Henson up 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:46) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:46) de Castro misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a left to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:25) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Henson dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Henson is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 04:09) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 3 - 03:36) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Henson slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 03:18) Circling, de Castro clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 3 - 03:18) Henson can't connect with a jab, but then hits de Castro with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 03:02) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:02) de Castro misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a leg kick that narrowly misses the target. (Rd 3 - 02:44) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 02:44) de Castro misses a right hook and gets countered with a couple of jabs that are followed by a right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:26) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:26) de Castro misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a scything kick to the legs. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:02) A successful feint leaves de Castro vulnerable. (Rd 3 - 02:02) de Castro misses a right hook and gets countered with a kick to the leg. (Rd 3 - 01:51) de Castro is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 3 - 01:38) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 3 - 01:15) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:15) Henson counters a right hand with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:05) Looking very tired, Henson clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 3 - 01:05) de Castro looks to take Henson down with a trip. (Rd 3 - 01:05) The trip doesn't work, Henson blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 3 - 00:38) Henson tries to suck de Castro to the ground by wrapping his legs around the waist and pulling guard. (Rd 3 - 00:38) de Castro defends the attempt to drag him down, and takes control of the clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:24) de Castro attempts to wrestle Henson to the ground. (Rd 3 - 00:24) It doesn't work, Henson defended against it well. (Rd 3 - 00:05) Clinched with Henson, de Castro looks to try and take him down. (Rd 3 - 00:05) It's unsuccessful, Henson maintained a good solid base. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The crowd is buzzing after a very exciting round. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Henson took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) de Castro needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:54) Henson can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:50) de Castro is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 4 - 04:35) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Henson is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Taking a few gulps of breath, de Castro is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Barely able to walk now, the damage de Castro has taken to his legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 4 - 04:13) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 4 - 03:51) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 03:51) de Castro lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:51) Henson lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 4 - 03:38) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 03:38) Henson slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 4 - 03:38) de Castro is being totally outstruck so far in this fight. (Rd 4 - 03:15) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 03:15) de Castro misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:05) Henson looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 03:05) de Castro tries to take Henson down. (Rd 4 - 03:05) Henson stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Henson tries to lock his legs around the waist of de Castro, wanting to pull him down to the floor. (Rd 4 - 02:53) The attempt doesn't work, de Castro blocked it and takes control of the clinch as a result. (Rd 4 - 02:38) With control of the clinch, de Castro tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 4 - 02:38) It doesn't work, Henson defended against it well. (Rd 4 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 4 - 02:22) With control of the clinch, de Castro tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 4 - 02:22) It's unsuccessful, Henson maintained a good solid base. (Rd 4 - 02:09) de Castro separates from Henson and we're back to a stand-off. (Rd 4 - 01:57) Henson looks very tired out there. (Rd 4 - 01:57) Barely able to walk now, the damage de Castro has taken to his legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 4 - 01:49) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 4 - 01:24) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:24) de Castro is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 4 - 01:24) Henson scores with a jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 4 - 01:12) Henson looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 01:12) With control of the clinch, Henson tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 4 - 01:12) The takedown doesn't work, de Castro blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 4 - 00:47) de Castro looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:47) It's unsuccessful, Henson maintained a good solid base. (Rd 4 - 00:31) With control of the clinch, de Castro tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:31) It's unsuccessful, Henson maintained a good solid base. (Rd 4 - 00:12) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Henson took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) de Castro is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 05:00) de Castro is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 5 - 04:51) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:51) de Castro misses with a big right hand, allowing Henson to counter with a left jab and a low kick that narrowly misses. (Rd 5 - 04:26) Henson moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 5 - 04:26) de Castro appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Henson took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:26) Henson hits a left jab and then hits de Castro with a beautiful right uppercut! (Rd 5 - 04:26) de Castro is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 5 - 04:16) Henson quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed de Castro! (Rd 5 - 04:16) Henson goes to work on de Castro with vicious stomps and kicks, but can't finish him! (Rd 5 - 03:52) An up-kick makes Henson think twice about advancing. (Rd 5 - 03:41) An up-kick makes Henson think twice about advancing. (Rd 5 - 03:21) On his back, de Castro watches as Henson comes in looking to get a dominant ground position. (Rd 5 - 03:21) de Castro is unable to prevent Henson from getting side control. (Rd 5 - 03:08) Henson looks very, very tired. (Rd 5 - 03:08) Henson looks to get a mount. (Rd 5 - 03:08) de Castro tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back. (Rd 5 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 5 - 02:21) Henson successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. (Rd 5 - 01:57) Henson pounds away and de Castro struggles to deal with them. (Rd 5 - 01:39) Henson unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt de Castro. (Rd 5 - 01:25) Henson fires away and de Castro is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 5 - 01:08) Henson tries to pound on de Castro, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 5 - 00:48) Henson maintains his hooks, despite de Castro trying to break them. (Rd 5 - 00:29) Henson pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 5 - 00:13) de Castro improves his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks. (Rd 5 - 00:01) Henson pounds away, but de Castro isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Henson. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Blazin'' Callum Henson wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'Blazin'' Callum Henson defeats Juan de Castro (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Callum Henson thanks everyone connected to Slaughterhouse for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that top of his wishlist is still Ern Fathoui. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. "The Super Animal" Noach Van Der Capellen (29-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Rotterdam, Netherlands, Favorite: -1200) vs. "All Business" Phil Ball (15-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Waterbury, Connecticut, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Ball ignores the offer of a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Van Der Capellen steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Ball hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Van Der Capellen fails to land with a combo that ended with a spinning back kick. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Van Der Capellen stalks forward, pressuring Ball. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Ball throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:26) A quick flurry of punches from Van Der Capellen sees three of four hit home but Ball dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next. (Rd 1 - 03:59) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Van Der Capellen feints to one side, causing Ball to react and leave himself off balance. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Van Der Capellen slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with quick jabs that are followed by a low kick that narrowly misses. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Van Der Capellen moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Ball into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Van Der Capellen is now in the pocket. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Van Der Capellen hits a left jab and then he catches Ball with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Van Der Capellen attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Ball throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Van Der Capellen lands three of three quick punches and then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Van Der Capellen attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Ball fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Van Der Capellen doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a spin kick. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Moving forward constantly, Van Der Capellen is pressuring Ball. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Van Der Capellen steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Van Der Capellen can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Van Der Capellen stalks forward, pressuring Ball. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Ball fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Attacking with intent, Van Der Capellen scores with four out of a flurry of four punches and then he hits Ball with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Van Der Capellen steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Ball misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Van Der Capellen can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:35) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 01:19) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Ball misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:57) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Ball finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Van Der Capellen hits a left jab and also lands a low kick. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Van Der Capellen stalks forward, pressuring Ball. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Van Der Capellen confidently steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 00:27) A jab hits home from Van Der Capellen and then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:14) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:14) Van Der Capellen counters a right hand with a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a 10-8 to Van Der Capellen on my card, Ball was well behind. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Van Der Capellen. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Ball scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Van Der Capellen hits a crunching kick to the thigh. (Rd 2 - 04:22) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Ball misses with a big right hand, allowing Van Der Capellen to counter with a jab and a spinning kick. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Van Der Capellen is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Ball can be heard trash talking as the two fighters circle. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Ball hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Van Der Capellen is off target with a left jab but hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:31) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:31) Van Der Capellen blocks a leg kick and counters with a left jab and a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Ball falls for a clever feint. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Van Der Capellen counters a right hand with a jab and a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 2 - 03:00) Ball limps slightly as he circles. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Van Der Capellen dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a left hook to the side of the body. (Rd 2 - 02:42) Ball is limping slightly. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:30) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Ball buys a feint and is left open. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Ball misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Ball is not able to compete with Van Der Capellen in a striking battle, he is getting badly out-struck. (Rd 2 - 01:44) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Ball hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Van Der Capellen scores with a jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:22) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Ball connects with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Van Der Capellen hits a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Van Der Capellen opens Ball up with a feint. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Van Der Capellen blocks a leg kick and counters with a quick left jab and a low kick that can't connect. (Rd 2 - 00:08) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:08) Van Der Capellen is off target with a left jab and also misses a high kick. (Rd 2 - 00:08) Ball goes for a leg kick but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Van Der Capellen. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Van Der Capellen up 20-17 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:52) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:52) Ball misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a left kick to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 04:34) Ball has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 3 - 04:25) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Ball lands a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:25) Van Der Capellen scores with a jab and also scores a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 3 - 04:25) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Ball. (Rd 3 - 04:10) Taking a few gulps of breath, Ball is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 04:02) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:02) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Van Der Capellen is off target with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Van Der Capellen deals with two punches without issue, his guard remains solid. (Rd 3 - 03:32) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 03:32) Ball misses with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:32) Van Der Capellen scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 03:13) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:13) Van Der Capellen slips past a right hook and counters with a right head kick. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Ball covers up, retreating until pressed against the cage...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt! (Rd 3 - 03:07) A big right hand catches Ball flush and snaps his head back! (Rd 3 - 02:59) A vicious right hand from Van Der Capellen drops Ball! He is knocked out! (Rd 3 - 02:54) By knock out, the winner is Noach Van Der Capellen! Official Result: 'The Super Animal' Noach Van Der Capellen defeats 'All Business' Phil Ball (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:06 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Noach Van Der Capellen praises his team at Mantas Andreyev Fighting, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Noach Van Der Capellen celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. Noach Van Der Capellen is good in these interviews and knows how to sell himself. MAIN EVENT CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT VS. Yeijiro Yamamoto (19-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: +430) vs. Jonathan "The Locust" Huang (11-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Thailand, Favorite: -540) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Huang chooses to shoot in on Yamamoto. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Yamamoto gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 04:39) Huang throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Huang tries to break the guard of Yamamoto, perhaps looking for a leglock opportunity. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Yamamoto blocks it by keeping his guard secure. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Huang tries to pound on Yamamoto, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Huang tries to break the guard of Yamamoto, perhaps looking for a leglock opportunity. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Yamamoto keeps his guard tight. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Huang tries to pass the guard. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Yamamoto can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Huang throws a quick elbow, but it doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Huang attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 1 - 01:54) He does excellently, getting into side control. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Huang attempts an armbar. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Huang gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Yamamoto has to tap! (Rd 1 - 00:36) By submission, the winner is Jonathan Huang! Official Result: Jonathan 'The Locust' Huang defeats Yeijiro Yamamoto (Submission (Armbar) in 4:24 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Jonathan Huang praises his team at Tiger Claw Academy, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to face in his next fight, and replies that he has a lot of respect for the skills of Pavel Radulov and that he thinks it'd be a great fight. Attendance: 195 Gate Reciepts: $15,444 Sponsorship: $23,415 Ad Revenue: $325,430 Merchandise: $3,860 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $190,141) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Jonathan Huang $51,472 Yeijiro Yamamoto $14,080 FotN: Both: $10,000 Noach Van Der Capellen $12,310 Phil Ball $2,582 KotN: Van Der Capellen: $5,000 Callum Henson $4,080 Juan de Castro $1,722 David Webb $5,950 Joe Hinchcliffe $2,830 Chew Chua $6,120 Tristao Bosi $1,598 Rich Robinson $2,788 Bakin Sakamoto $3,960 Felix Mattherson Jr. $2,614 Christijan Van Belkum $1,598 Filip Hristov $3,834 Dominykas Jankovic $2,706 Ikku Funaki $5,950 Lev Safanov $1,598 Vikram Sithalayan $14,080 Ronaldo Roncatto $1,722 SotN: Sithalayan: $5,000 Perf: Sithalayan: $5,000 Garth Neill $7,460 Syed Tan $8,700 Perf: Both: $5,000 Konstantinos Chorophas $6,998 Keita Oshima $7,200 Perf: Both: $5,000 Bruno Epps $1,998 Dana Delaney $2,200 Evan Pizzarro $2,460 Ragnar Gunnlaugsson $1,537 Walter May $2,152 Mikey Wallace $2,255 Malloy Mahoney $2,152 Ogigenes Salgado $1,435 Drug Testing: $18,016 Production: $21,188 Profit: $138,804 Critical Rating: 78% Commercial Rating: 57% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada +3.5 65.5% (Mid Level Regional) USA +2.4 74.9% (High Level Regional) UK +2.8 71.6% (High Level Regional) Europe +2.2 47.0% (Mid Level Regional) Australia +2.0 56.3% (Mid Level Regional) Japan +3.6 57.5% (Mid Level Regional) Asia +2.5 53.2% (Mid Level Regional) Russia +1.3 46.3% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +2.0 52.3% (Mid Level Regional) South America +2.8 62.6% (Mid Level Regional) Central America +1.2 55.2% (Mid Level Regional) Africa +1.3 29.6% (Low Level Regional) News - The drug test results have come back for Canadian Tournament Combat 36, and all fighters tested clean. - The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Yeijiro Yamamoto, Phil Ball, Juan de Castro, Joe Hinchcliffe, Tristao Bosi, Bakin Sakamoto, Christijan Van Belkum, Dominykas Jankovic, Lev Safanov, Ronaldo Roncatto, Syed Tan, Keita Oshima, Dana Delaney, Ragnar Gunnlaugsson, Mikey Wallace, and Origenes Salgado. 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Friday, Week 2, July 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Yeijiro Yamamoto (19-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournaemnt Seed: #32, Underdog: +430) vs. Jonathan "The Locust" Huang (11-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #97, Favorite: -540) Yeijiro Yamamoto is a veteran who has been with ALPHA-1 for what seems like an eternity, an ever-present member of the Welterweight division who can provide a stiff test for any fighter on the planet. A competent striker who has always been slightly hamstrung by a lack of finishing power, he remains a dangerous foe even as his career starts to wind down. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Konosuke Shirahata in ALPHA-1. Jonathan Huang is a superstar in Asia, who is widely regarded as one of the best Jiu-Jitsu competitors of all time and has been a dominant force in international tournaments for years. He made his MMA debut in early 1996 and although his appearances since have been sporadic at best and he has specifically been matched up with fighters who do not have the striking and wrestling to expose his obvious weaknesses, he has nonetheless looked very impressive in all of his fights. He won by first round submission over Raniere da Lima in the first round of the tournament. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Super Animal" Noach Van Der Capellen (29-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #1, Favorite: -1200) vs. "All Business" Phil Ball (15-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #128, Underdog: +950) Noach Van Der Capellen is one of the most exciting fighters in MMA, a crowd favorite who loves to throw in spectacular punches and crazy kicks along with his more traditional, and very effective, boxing attacks. His unorthodox striking, KO power, and difficulty to hold down have made him one of the most succcessful Welterweights on the planet. After gaining rave reviews with SIGMA, ALPHA-1 signed him in June 1999, and he has gone on to be a superb Welterweight champion. He is coming off a second successful defence of the ALPHA-1 Welterweight title, a first round knock out of Fukusaburu Hirano. Phil Ball first appeared on the scene looking like he was on his way to stardom, stopping a succession of fighters in dominating fashion with his Muay Thai striking. He seems to have lost his way somewhat since, and now has become just as famous for showing up unprepared, unmotivated, and overweight as he was for his dangerous strikes. He won by first round submission over Washichi Kobayashi in the first round of the tournament. MAIN CARD CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Blazin'" Callum Henson (23-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #33, Favorite: -400) vs. Juan de Castro (10-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #161, Underdog: +310) Callum Henson is a good striker, who is feared for his kicking power and accuracy, especially his scything low kicks that have left many an opponent limping. He joined GAMMA in 2000, officially signing on his 30th birthday, but had to wait over a year and compete in three fights before he got his first win with the company. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Brad Wyman in GAMMA. Juan de Castro is a solid Muay Thai fighter, who can do damage with his strikes while the fight is standing or if he can somehow wind up on top, but is very beatable if put on his back or tied up with wrestling. A strong start to his career, going 9-1, is more of a testament to careful matchmaking than a true indication of his skill level. He won a Unanimous Decision over Brian O'Flaherty in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: David "Spider-Man" Webb (19-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #17, Favorite: -1160) vs. Joe "The Hitman" Hinchcliffe (27-13, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #112, Underdog: +920) David Webb is a skills catch style wrestler who is closely associated with BCF. A two-time Welterweight champion, he is a very difficult fighter to deal with but does get a lot of criticism for the ultra low-risk style he employs, being nicknamed "Decision Dave" by some. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Mills Mullally that won him the BCF Welterweight title. Joe Hinchcliffe is a decent kick boxer, who can stand and bang with just about anyone in the sport, but the rest of his MMA game is so-so at best. A regular on the regional circuit, he's one of the sterner tests that a young prospect can come up against. He won by first round TKO over Kuma Ichigawa in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Pain Train" Chew Chua (23-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #8, Favorite: -870) vs. Tristao Bosi (8-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #136, Underdog: +690) Chew Chua is a very dangerous striker, a devastating Thai boxing champion who has a string of vicious knock outs to his name. There are very few opponents who can go toe-to-toe with him without suffering a bad beating. He is a former two-time challenger for the ALPHA-1 Welterweight title. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Simon Vine in ALPHA-1. Tristao Bosi is an all-rounder from Brazil who usually fights at Welterweight. He is not particularly great at any one area of MMA, which may be his greatest weakness, but he's certainly good enough to provide plenty of problems on the regional scene. He won by first round TKO over Torquato Faoro in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Bakin Sakamoto (24-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #25, Underdog: +150) vs. Rich "Hard Rain" Robinson (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #153, Favorite: -200) Bakin Sakamoto is an experienced kick boxer, who has the skills to cause many people problems but has always lacked the knock out power that would have made him truly dangerous. His ground game has always been pretty awful too, but he has at least learned how to scramble to safety pretty well. He has challenged for the ALPHA-1 Welterweight title on two occasions, but lost both, and now that he's coming to the end of his career it is unlikely he will earn a third shot. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Keita Oshima in ALPHA-1. Rich Robinson got the nickname "Hard Rain" because of his brutal ground and pound, raining down big bombs from above onto his helpless victim. Although he is dangerous when on top, he is far from a one-dimensional fighter. He strikes with venom, and has an extensive wrestling background to fall back on too. He won by first round TKO over Deacon Stawford in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Felix "Kick Ass" Mattherson Jr. (9-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Favorite: -1200) vs. Chistijan Van Belkum (7-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #81, Underdog: +950) Felix Mattherson Jr. is a Puerto Rican fighter, who is a versatile athlete who can strike, wrestle, or work on the ground, and as such is a dangerous opponent to face as he has the ability to exploit weaknesses without having many of his own to target. He joined GAMMA in 2001 where his debut saw him lose his undefeated record to fellow newcomer Diego Arteta via a vicious knock out. He won by first round knock out over Sawyer Hines in the first round of the tournament. Christijan Van Belkum, a kick boxer by trade, is one of the multitude of strikers in MMA who can stand and bang but have little in the way of an all-around game. That weakness did not stop him getting picked up by SIGMA in 2001, a company that has never been guilty of underestimating the appeal of a slugfest. He obliged them with two short and exciting bouts before the end of the year, although he did get finished in both. He won by 50 second TKO over Duncan Thistlewood in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Dominykas "Slamkovic" Jankovic (14-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #57, Favorite: -280) vs. Filip Hristov (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #72, Underdog: +220) Dominykas Jankovic is a wrestler by trade, a top quality grappler who represented his coutry in the Olympics in freestyle wrestling. Quick on his feet, he typically uses his movement to keep away from strikes, working angles so that he can burst forward and use one of his slick takedowns. He was a regular in the SIGMA Welterweight division. He won by first round submission over Mando Romero in the first round of the tournament. Filip Hristov is an elite-level judoka, who has represented Bulgaria in many international Judo tournaments and is regarded as one of the best in the world at his chosen discipline. He moved to MMA in 1997, wishing to experience a new challenge, and after winning his first four fights without any trouble at all, he joined SIGMA looking for more challenging opponents. He suffered his first defeat in late 2001, losing to the far more experienced Jens Halle. He won by first round submission over Zeke Eliot in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Fist of Justice" Ikku Funaki (20-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #9, Favorite: -900) vs. Lev Safanov (7-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #120, Underdog: +710) Ikku Funaki is one of the hardest punchers in MMA, and has knock out more than his fair share of opponents with his trusty right hand. He is also known for his vicious ground and pound, raining down bombs like a mad man. He was the first ever ALPHA-1 Welterweight champion, although since losing the belt he has not really come close to getting back into the title picture. He is on a two fight win streak, and is coming off a first round TKO victory over Will Kane in his last fight. Lev Safanov is a grappler from Russia, who likes to put people up against the cage and wear them down with dirty boxing and tight control. He does not have the skill level to trouble the best in the business, but he is a useful test for lower level fighters. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Wilson Semler in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Vikram "Punishment" Sithalayan (19-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #24, Favorite: -1200) vs. Ronaldo Roncatto (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #105, Underdog: +950) Vikram Sithalayan is Pakistan's premier MMA competitor, and has become very successful thanks to his seemingly inexhaustable cardio, his top notch grappling skills, and his biggest weapon - a deadly array of submission holds with an emphasis on applying leglocks from the most unlikely places. A long-time BCF Welterweight, he has twice earned a title shot only to be defeated, and is probably best known for his trilogy with David Webb. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Martin Cupples in BCF. Ronaldo Roncatto is a one-dimensional fighter from South America, who comes from a kick boxing background. He is capable of standing and trading strikes with most people, but is severely lacking in every other aspect of MMA. Until he addresses that, he's unlikely to ever progress past the regional circuit. He won by second round TKO over Holden Strant in the first round of the tournament. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Syed Tan (18-4-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #16, Favorite: -730) vs. Garth "Vader" Neill (5-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #144, Underdog: +580) Syed Tan is one of the toughest men in the business. He comes from a kick boxing background and he just loves to stand and bang. Noted for his truly vicious elbow strikes from the clinch and his ability to withstand a beating. Tan is one of the most dangerous Welterweights in the world. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Lucas in ALPHA-1. Garth Neill is a Welterweight prospect from Texas, an all-rounder whose base is his solid wrestling skills. The youngster is currently suffering from jack-of-all-trades syndrome, not being amazing at anything in particular, but he will no doubt improve with age. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Edwin Ascher in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Keita Oshima (22-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #40, Favorite: -220) vs. Konstantinos "Tapper" Chorophas (9-8, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #89, Underdog: +170) Keita Oshima is a kick boxer from Japan. A good (but not great) striker, he is more than able to stand an trade with virtually anybody in the sport. What he lacks is an all-around game, being notoriously suspect when it comes to defending against wrestling or submissions. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Bakin Sakamoto in ALPHA-1. Konstantinos Chorophas is a low level fighter from Greece whose main threat is his submission game on the ground, as he is always alert to the possibility of a kimura or armbar. Other than that though, he doesn't have much to offer and is particularly vulnerable to anyone with a good striking game. He won by first round submission over Tyson Rechslatter in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Dana "Danger Man" Delaney (11-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #41, Favorite: -230) vs. "Cannonball" Bruno Epps (12-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #169, Underdog: +180) Dana Delaney had a good career as an amateur boxer and brought his quick and powerful hand to MMA in 1994. He is always dangerous because of his punching, and admirably seems determined to cross-train in other areas to become a more versatile fighter. He has been with GAMMA since 1997 and is something of a gatekeeper for the Welterweight division. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Lloyd McAllister in GAMMA. Bruno Epps is a wrestler, a former star grappler for Oklahoma State. He can cause problems if he can get a hold of an opponent, but his lack of stand-up or ground game really hold him back from achieveing much in MMA. He won by fifth round submission over Ray Eton in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Evan "The Carpenter" Pizzarro (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #201, Favorite: -880) vs. Ragnar "Rock" Gunnlaugsson (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #73, Underdog: +700) Evan Pizzarro comes to MMA from a Judo background and loves to use the trips and throws from that sport to disorientate his opponents. A very good submission artist, he is a dangerous fighter to let get hold of you and appears to be quickly developing a decent strike game to go with it. He won a Unanimous Decision over Timothy Latchkey in the first round of the tournament. Ragnar Gunnlaugsson is almost glacial in his ice cold approach to beating people up. He is a good striking who is known for his pin-point accuracy. His ground game is nothing to write home about, but his good quality sprawl and freakish ability to get back to his feet quickly mean that he is rarely tested on that weakness. He joined BCF's Welterweight division in 2001 and quickly established himself as a threat, beating Scott Gillespie in his debut. He won a Unanimous Decision over Kingo Watanabe in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Cockney Rebel" Mikey Wallace (9-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Underdog: +140) vs. Walter May (21-8, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Favorite: -180) Mikey Wallace is a good striker, a former kick boxer who is best known for competeing in BCF. After blazing his way to an 8-0 record, he became unstuck when he faced Will Kane for the BCF Welterweight belt, despite an impressively dogged performance, he was soundly beaten. Since then Wallace has gone into something of a tailspin, losing a further two fights on the bounce. He won a Unanimous Decision over Zachary Gilbert in the first round of the tournament. Walter May was part of the vanguard in European MMA, fighting on shows across the British Isles and Europe back before there were any official organizations or proper rules. He retired in early 1995 in order to go and live with Buddhist monks in China. He returned to MMA in 2000, keen to once again experience the rush of fighting. SIGMA took note of his interesting story and competitive ability and signed him to their Welterweight division in late 2001. He won a Unanimous Decision over Reynaldo Varela in the first round of the tournament. CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Origenes Salgado (13-7, 1-0 CTC, Tournaemnt Seed: #208, Underdog: -130) vs. "Macho Man" Malloy Mahoney (7-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #80, Favorite: -140) Origenes Salgado is a former amateur boxer, a pretty tough fighter who can take a beating and never quits. Unfortunately his attacking options are pretty limited, meaning he isn't much of a threat against opponents who can find a way to nullify his hands. He won a Unanimous Decision over Jin Yamane in the first round of the tournament. Malloy Mahoney is known for the trademark outlandishly designed shorts he wears to fights, and is an up and coming fighter from London, England. A former kick boxer, he is at his best when he can stand and utilize his strikes, and his excellent sprawl means that he is pretty hard to take down into his weakest area, the ground game. Since 1999 he has been fighting for BCF at his favored Welterweight. He won by third round TKO over Harold Carrie in the first round of the tournament. Weigh-In Results Yeijiro Yamamoto (170 lbs) vs. Jonathan Huang (170 lbs) Noach Van Der Capellen (170 lbs) vs. Phil Ball (170 lbs) Callum Henson (170 lbs) vs. Juan de Castro (170 lbs) David Webb (170 lbs) vs. Joe Hinchcliffe (170 lbs) Chew Chua (170 lbs) vs. Tristao Bosi (170 lbs) Bakin Sakamoto (170 lbs) vs. Rich Robinson (170 lbs) Felix Mattherson Jr. (170 lbs) vs. Christijan Van Belkum (170 lbs) Dominykas Jankovic (170 lbs) vs. Filip Hristov (170 lbs) Ikku Funaki (170 lbs) vs. Lev Safanov (170 lbs) Vikram Sithalayan (170 lbs) vs. Ronaldo Roncatto (170 lbs) Syed Tan (170 lbs) vs. Garth Neil (170 lbs) Keita Oshima (170 lbs) vs. Konstantinos Chorophas (170 lbs) Dana Delaney (170 lbs) vs. Bruno Epps (170 lbs) Evan Pizzarro (170 lbs) vs. Ragnar Gunnlaugsson (170 lbs) Mikey Wallace (170 lbs) vs. Walter May (170 lbs) Origenes Salgado (170 lbs) vs. Malloy Mahoney (170 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 39 Full Fight Card WW: Yeijiro Yamamoto vs. Jonathan Huang WW: Noach Van Der Capellen vs. Phil Ball WW: Callum Henson vs. Juan de Castro WW: David Webb vs. Joe Hinchcliffe WW: Chew Chua vs. Tristao Bosi WW: Bakin Sakamoto vs. Rich Robinson WW: Felix Mattherson Jr. vs. Christijan Van Belkum WW: Dominykas Jankovic vs. Filip Hristov WW: Ikku Funaki vs. Lev Safanov WW: Vikram Sithalayan vs. Ronaldo Roncatto WW: Syed Tan vs. Garth Neill WW: Keita Oshima vs. Konstantinos Chorophas WW: Dana Delaney vs. Bruno Epps WW: Evan Pizzarro vs. Ragnar Gunnlaugsson WW: Mikey Wallace vs. Walter May WW: Origenes Salgado vs. Malloy Mahoney

Sunday, Week 1, July 2002 Live From Sherbrooke, Quebec PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Hidehira Nakamoto (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sapporo, Japan, Favorite: -490) vs. Martin Greenstein (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Durham, North Carolina, Underdog: +390) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Franklin Mencken, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The size difference is clear for all to see; Nakamoto looks a good 65lbs heavier than his opponent. That's a big advantage. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Greenstein connects with a nice jab and then hits a body kick. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Greenstein hits a left jab and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Nakamoto may have been aiming to get in close, but Greenstein aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Greenstein can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Nakamoto shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Greenstein partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Nakamoto has a hold of the other. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Unable to complete the takedown, Nakamoto instead pushes Greenstein up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Nakamoto pins Greenstein up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:48) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Smothered against the cage, Greenstein is trapped there, unable to get free. (Rd 1 - 02:36) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Referee Leo Behan decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Greenstein lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:58) A jab lands from Greenstein, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Taking a few gulps of breath, Greenstein is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Nakamoto lands a weak, tentative jab. (Rd 1 - 00:41) Greenstein connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Greenstein can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Greenstein lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Greenstein took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Nakamoto looks a little shell-shocked too. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:53) A jab hits home from Greenstein and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:40) Nakamoto may have been aiming to get in close, but Greenstein aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:40) Greenstein fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Nakamoto with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:27) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Greenstein is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Nakamoto chooses to shoot in on Greenstein. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Greenstein almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Nakamoto holds the other. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Unable to complete the takedown, Nakamoto instead pushes Greenstein up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Greenstein is looking really tired. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Nakamoto keeps Greenstein stuck against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Nakamoto and Greenstein remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Greenstein is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Nakamoto has over him. (Rd 2 - 02:50) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Nakamoto shows great control, keeping Greenstein pressed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:44) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 2 - 00:33) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Nakamoto is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 00:22) Nakamoto had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:22) Greenstein lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Nakamoto, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:53) Greenstein can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:36) Greenstein can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Greenstein can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 03:57) Greenstein hits a left jab and then catches Nakamoto with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:47) Greenstein seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 03:40) It looked like we were about to see Nakamoto try and get some grappling started, but Greenstein was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 03:40) Greenstein connects with a nice jab and then catches Nakamoto with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:17) Nakamoto looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 3 - 03:17) Greenstein lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Nakamoto chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Greenstein down. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Nakamoto couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Greenstein hops in place on the other. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Unable to complete the takedown, Nakamoto instead pushes Greenstein up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:47) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Nakamoto keeps Greenstein stuck against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:47) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 3 - 01:44) Nakamoto goes to use some dirty boxing, but Greenstein is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Showing his ability to control opponents, Nakamoto simply smothers Greenstein against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:11) Breathing very hard, Nakamoto is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 00:11) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Leo Behan restarts them back in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Greenstein just about edged it. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Greenstein. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:55) Nakamoto may have been aiming to get in close, but Greenstein aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:55) Greenstein hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:29) Greenstein steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 4 - 04:29) Nakamoto may have been setting up to shoot, but Greenstein aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:29) Greenstein fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:18) The gas tank looks empty on Greenstein. (Rd 4 - 04:10) Nakamoto looked like he was going to shoot, but Greenstein simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:10) A punch from Greenstein fails to land. (Rd 4 - 03:57) Greenstein connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 03:31) Greenstein throws a two-punch combo but Nakamoto avoids both. (Rd 4 - 03:10) Greenstein confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 4 - 03:10) Greenstein hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 02:47) Greenstein connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 4 - 02:23) A jab is wide from Greenstein, but then he catches Nakamoto with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:59) Nakamoto keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 4 - 01:59) Greenstein hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 01:37) Nakamoto, backing off, hits a weak left hand. (Rd 4 - 01:37) Greenstein lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:11) Greenstein can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:53) Greenstein fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Nakamoto with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 00:28) Greenstein connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 4 - 00:08) Nakamoto may have been setting up to shoot, but Greenstein aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 00:08) Greenstein hits a left jab and then hits Nakamoto with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That was a bit of a snoozer, hopefully the next round brings a little more action. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Greenstein. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Nakamoto is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:52) Nakamoto looked like he was going to shoot, but Greenstein simply took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:52) Greenstein hits a left hand, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Greenstein moves in on Nakamoto, preparing to throw. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Greenstein can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 04:07) Greenstein fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 03:41) Nakamoto looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Greenstein simply took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 03:41) Greenstein can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 03:20) Greenstein uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 5 - 02:54) Greenstein fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Nakamoto with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:26) Greenstein can't connect with a jab, but then catches Nakamoto with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 02:11) Nakamoto, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 02:11) Greenstein almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Nakamoto holds the other. (Rd 5 - 02:11) Nakamoto can't get Greenstein down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:54) Greenstein, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that the tired-looking Nakamoto is exerting. (Rd 5 - 01:54) The grappling continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters only occasionally throwing short strikes. Both competitors look very fatigued. (Rd 5 - 00:47) Greenstein is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 00:34) Despite his gas tank clearly getting low, Nakamoto smothers Greenstein up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:34) What's left of the round sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. Both fighters look gassed. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Nakamoto. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse has given 48-47 to Greenstein. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Franklin Mencken gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Nakamoto. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm scores the contest as 48-47 to Nakamoto. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by split decision, is Hidehira Nakamoto! Official Result: Hidehira Nakamoto defeats Martin Greenstein (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Very Poor. Post-Fight: Hidehira Nakamoto name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of the fans who turned out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Fred Goggins (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Greendale, England, Favorite: -310) vs. Jerry Benderoth (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Denver, Colorado, Underdog: +240) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Franklin Mencken, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Goggins comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Benderoth misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Goggins connects with a jab but Benderoth evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 04:23) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Goggins dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 04:02) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Benderoth misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Goggins comes in with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Goggins dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Benderoth throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Benderoth misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Goggins attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:52) It looks like Benderoth has been cut under the eye. (Rd 1 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Goggins comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Benderoth throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 02:15) Goggins is able to grab Benderoth. (Rd 1 - 02:07) Using his wrestling skills, Goggins is trying to push Benderoth up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:07) He does so and now has Benderoth pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Goggins pins Benderoth up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Benderoth is trapped up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:38) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about thirty seconds. (Rd 1 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Goggins tries dirty boxing, but Benderoth works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Goggins is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 1 - 00:25) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Benderoth hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Goggins hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Breathing very hard, Goggins is looking ragged. (Rd 1 - 00:05) A jab hits home from Goggins and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Goggins. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Benderoth in between rounds. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:51) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Benderoth moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Goggins into exchanging strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Goggins hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Benderoth hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:59) There's a takedown attempt from Benderoth. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Goggins partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Benderoth has a hold of the other. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Benderoth drives Goggins up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Benderoth looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 2 - 03:41) It doesn't work, Goggins defended against it well. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Benderoth ducks down and grabs a leg. Goggins remains standing, using the cage for support, but is under threat of a takedown now. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Goggins gets dragged to the mat where he pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Benderoth is trying to pass guard. (Rd 2 - 03:15) He passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Benderoth throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Benderoth blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Benderoth throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Benderoth starts trying to work to go from side control to mount. (Rd 2 - 01:36) He gets the mount. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Benderoth pounds away with right hands and Goggins is in big trouble! (Rd 2 - 01:13) With punches raining down, Goggins desperately tries to get away but only succeeds in giving up his back! (Rd 2 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:56) Benderoth tries to put Goggins in a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 00:56) Goggins doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Goggins tries to turn over and sweep Benderoth but can't do it. (Rd 2 - 00:10) Benderoth fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Benderoth took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:45) Goggins comes in looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Goggins throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 3 - 04:29) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Taking a few gulps of breath, Benderoth is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 04:03) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:03) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter gets caught. (Rd 3 - 04:03) Goggins has a right hook blocked. (Rd 3 - 04:03) Benderoth is off-target with a jab and also has a right hook blocked. (Rd 3 - 03:47) Goggins looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 03:32) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Benderoth initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Goggins hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Benderoth throws a two-punch combo but Goggins avoids both. (Rd 3 - 02:48) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Benderoth. (Rd 3 - 02:48) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Goggins has to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 02:48) That's his second takedown. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Benderoth throws a fast elbow that does a glancing blow to Goggins. (Rd 3 - 02:29) Benderoth doesn't let Goggins pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 3 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:22) Benderoth looks to get past the guard. (Rd 3 - 02:22) Goggins can't do anything about the pass, and is left under side control. (Rd 3 - 01:57) Benderoth tries to lock Goggins in an armbar. (Rd 3 - 01:57) Goggins gets caught by the armbar, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 3 - 01:25) The winner, by submission, is Jerry Benderoth! Official Result: Jerry Benderoth defeats Fred Goggins (Submission (Armbar) in 3:35 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Jerry Benderoth thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Visibly delighted, Jerry Benderoth celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Sun Lu Tang (3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Shanghai, China, Favorite: -210) vs. Hector Jimenez (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Mexico City, Mexico, Underdog: +160) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Alan Allen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:48) A jab hits home from Jimenez and then he hits Tang with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Blood is visible on Tang, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Tang looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Jimenez simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Jimenez connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Jimenez lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Jimenez hits a left hand, but can't connect with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Tang looked like he was going to shoot, but Jimenez simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Jimenez connects with two left hands and then catches Tang with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:15) A jab hits home from Jimenez and then he hits Tang with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:59) For the first time, Jimenez is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Jimenez moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Jimenez connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Circling, Tang clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Jimenez tries to go to the body with a sharp hook but is off-target. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Tang seizes the chance and grabs Jimenez into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:13) Jimenez uses his wrestling to smother Tang and stop him from using any dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 01:53) With control of the clinch, Tang tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Tang has the takedown and gets side control from it. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Tang begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Advancing his position, he gets mount. (Rd 1 - 01:06) Tang pounds away on Jimenez, landing several great shots that rock him! (Rd 1 - 01:06) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 00:46) Sun Lu Tang takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Sun Lu Tang defeats Hector Jimenez (TKO (Strikes) in 4:14 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Sun Lu Tang thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Sun Lu Tang celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Daugvinas Blekaitis (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Birstonas, Lithuania, Favorite: -600) vs. Vasily "Krusher" Klyushev (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Underdog: +470) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Alan Allen, Franklin Mencken, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Klyushev lands a left hand and then hits Blekaitis with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Klyushev hits a left jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Klyushev connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Klyushev is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Klyushev lands a left hand and then catches Blekaitis with a stunning right hook! (Rd 1 - 04:01) Blekaitis hits the floor, he has been knocked out! (Rd 1 - 03:47) Vasily Klyushev takes the victory by way of knock out! Official Result: Vasily 'Krusher' Klyushev defeats Daugvinas Blekaitis (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:13 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Vasily Klyushev thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Vasily Klyushev says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "Wreck 'Em" Terry Shakespeare (4-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Belfast, Northern Ireland, Underdog: +240) vs. Erich Dymek (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Malbork, Poland, Favorite: -310) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Franklin Mencken, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:53) It looked like we were about to see Dymek try and get some grappling started, but Shakespeare was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Shakespeare can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Dymek with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:53) It looks like Dymek has been cut under the eye. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Dymek had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Shakespeare fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Dymek with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Dymek hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Shakespeare uses a left jab, but misses when he attempts a big head kick to follow. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Dymek hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Shakespeare lands a jab and then catches Dymek with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Shakespeare hits a left hand, but Dymek evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Shakespeare uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 02:53) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Dymek. (Rd 1 - 02:53) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Referee William Yeats signals for the fight to continue! (Rd 1 - 02:44) Dymek appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Shakespeare took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 02:44) Shakespeare hits a left jab and then hits Dymek with a sensational high right head kick! (Rd 1 - 02:44) He's down! Dymek falls to the floor! (Rd 1 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Shakespeare starts pounding away on Dymek, looking to finish him off! (Rd 1 - 02:29) Shakespeare pounds away with right hands and Dymek is having trouble doing anything about it! (Rd 1 - 02:29) With Dymek taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 02:12) By TKO, the winner is Terry Shakespeare! Official Result: 'Wreck 'Em' Terry Shakespeare defeats Erich Dymek (TKO (Strikes) in 2:48 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Terry Shakespeare name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Visibly delighted, Terry Shakespeare celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Svein Haugen (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sirdal, Norway, Underdog: +110) vs. Tarmo Lurich (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tartu, Estonia, Favorite: -150) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Alan Allen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Lurich lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Haugen hits a jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Haugen misses with a big right hand, allowing Lurich to counter with a left jab and a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 04:04) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 03:46) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Lurich lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Haugen hits a left jab but can't make contact on a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Lurich hits a left jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Haugen uses a left jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Haugen glares at his opponent. (Rd 1 - 02:15) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:15) Haugen lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:15) Lurich lands a left jab and also lands a low kick. (Rd 1 - 01:46) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Lurich lands a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Haugen is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 01:00) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 00:42) For the first time, Haugen is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 00:37) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Haugen misses a right hook and gets countered with a pair of jabs that are followed by a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:12) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:12) Haugen finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 00:12) Lurich hits a couple of jabs but doesn't make contact on a low kick. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Lurich. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:48) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Haugen is off target with a left jab but hits a glancing blow with a high kick. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Lurich lands a left jab and also lands a low kick. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Lurich is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 03:51) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Haugen hits a left to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Lurich hits a pair of jabs but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 03:37) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Haugen is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 2 - 03:32) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:32) Haugen misses with a big right hand, allowing Lurich to counter with a couple of jabs that are followed by a quick kick. (Rd 2 - 03:21) Haugen takes a moment to switch to a southpaw stance. (Rd 2 - 03:06) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:06) Haugen lands a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:06) Lurich lands a left jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Haugen is looking really tired. (Rd 2 - 02:52) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:52) Lurich slips past a left hook and counters with a left jab and a quick kick. (Rd 2 - 02:35) Haugen stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered. (Rd 2 - 02:35) Haugen tries to get Lurich into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 2 - 02:35) Haugen achieves it, Lurich could not fight out of it. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) From the clinch, Haugen hits Lurich with a knee to the ribs, but it lacked power. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Lurich blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Using the clinch, Haugen drives a knee into the chest of Lurich, but didn't get much force behind it. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Haugen keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Haugen scores with a knee to the chest, but it came from a bad angle and didn't have much power. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Lurich blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:13) Haugen seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 2 - 00:13) From the clinch, Lurich takes a knee to the chest, but there wasn't much power behind it. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Lurich pulls free of the clinch after taking a beating. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Lurich. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Lurich is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:51) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:51) Lurich slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:35) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Breathing very hard, Lurich is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 04:26) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Haugen tries to get Lurich into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Lurich can't fight it off and ends up caught. (Rd 3 - 04:15) From the clinch, Haugen hits Lurich with a knee to the ribs, but it lacked power. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Haugen misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch. (Rd 3 - 03:23) From the clinch, Lurich gets caught with a massive knee to the chest. (Rd 3 - 03:04) Lurich blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 3 - 02:37) Using the clinch, Haugen hits a vicious knee to the face! Lurich crumples to the ground, out cold! (Rd 3 - 02:23) The winner, by knock out; Svein Haugen! Official Result: Svein Haugen defeats Tarmo Lurich (Knock Out (Knee) in 2:37 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Svein Haugen name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. OJ Oberst (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Austin, Texas, Underdog: +110) vs. Tomiichi Tsujimura (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sapporo, Japan, Favorite: -150) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Millhouse Twain, Alan Allen, and Franklin Mencken. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Oberst rather obviously ignores the offer to touch gloves to begin. (Rd 1 - 04:45) A jab is wide from Oberst, but then he hits Tsujimura with a straight left. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Tsujimura shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:30) He has the takedown! Oberst pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Tsujimura unloads with big right hands, but Oberst is able to deal with most of them. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Tsujimura begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Tsujimura passes to half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:04) In half guard, Tsujimura begins working to get side control. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Oberst keeps Tsujimura in half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Tsujimura unloads with big rights, but Oberst covers up well. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Tsujimura keeps Oberst guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Tsujimura throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:58) In half guard, Tsujimura begins working to get side control. (Rd 1 - 00:58) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Tsujimura pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Oberst. (Rd 1 - 00:09) Tsujimura pounds away, landing several clean blows on Oberst in the process. (Rd 1 - 00:09) Oberst tries to turn away from the blows but gets rolled and Tsujimura has his back! (Rd 1 - 00:00) Tsujimura is breathing very hard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Tsujimura, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:53) Oberst lands a jab and then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Tsujimura uses a brace of right jabs while backing away, doing no damage at all. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Oberst connects with a jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 04:07) A jab lands from Oberst, but a big left to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Oberst tries to go to the body with a sharp hook but is off-target. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Tsujimura quickly shoots on Oberst. (Rd 2 - 03:32) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Tsujimura tries to pass the half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:18) He passes half guard, but Oberst was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 2 - 03:06) The scramble leaves Oberst on his back pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 02:52) The clock runs down as Oberst is being smothered against the ground by Tsujimura. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Time slips away as Tsujimura successfully keeps Oberst stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 01:57) The clock runs down as Oberst is being smothered against the ground by Tsujimura. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Tsujimura pounds away on Oberst but can't land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Tsujimura deflects a couple of punches that Oberst threw from below. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Tsujimura tries to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Oberst tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:52) The scramble sees Oberst up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Despite his gas tank clearly getting low, Tsujimura smothers Oberst up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:40) They exchange short punches to the body until the round ends. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Tsujimura looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Tsujimura. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Tsujimura ahead 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:55) Tsujimura, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:55) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Oberst pulling guard. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Tsujimura throws a few relatively weak right hands. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Oberst throws out some punches, but Tsujimura leans back to avoid them. (Rd 3 - 04:07) The clock runs down as Oberst is being smothered against the ground by Tsujimura. (Rd 3 - 03:44) Tsujimura lies on top of Oberst, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 03:11) Tsujimura fires away with rights, but does little in the way of actual damage. (Rd 3 - 02:56) Oberst tries to pull Tsujimura in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 3 - 02:41) Time slips away as Tsujimura successfully keeps Oberst stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 02:12) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 3 - 02:01) Oberst steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 3 - 02:01) Tsujimura throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 3 - 02:01) Oberst can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 01:47) Oberst comes forward on the attack. (Rd 3 - 01:47) Tsujimura tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 3 - 01:47) A jab lands from Oberst but Tsujimura avoids a big left. (Rd 3 - 01:30) Oberst comes forward on the attack. (Rd 3 - 01:30) Tsujimura fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 3 - 01:30) Oberst lands two jabs and then he scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 3 - 01:18) That last shot may have done some damage, Tsujimura is backing off and trying to cover up! He looks dazed and unsteady! (Rd 3 - 01:18) Oberst throws a vicious left uppercut to try and finish Tsujimura, but he is just able to step back avoid it. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Having apparently cleared his head, Tsujimura is able to get out of trouble and return to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Oberst is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 01:02) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 01:02) Tsujimura misses a jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:02) Oberst scores with a jab and also scores with a great left hook. (Rd 3 - 00:39) Tsujimura had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 00:39) A punch from Oberst fails to land. (Rd 3 - 00:23) Oberst comes forward on the attack. (Rd 3 - 00:23) Tsujimura hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 00:23) Oberst hits a right jab and then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 00:02) A tired Tsujimura moves forward, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 00:02) The takedown is completed, Oberst is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Oberst, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Tsujimura up 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:49) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 4 - 04:30) Tsujimura looks totally gassed. (Rd 4 - 04:24) A jab is wide from Oberst, but then he lands a left hand to the body. (Rd 4 - 04:08) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 04:08) Tsujimura misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a couple of jabs that are followed by a vicious left hook to the body! (Rd 4 - 03:52) Tsujimura collapses to the floor, clearly in a lot of pain! (Rd 4 - 03:52) Oberst starts pounding away on Tsujimura, looking to finish him off! (Rd 4 - 03:52) Oberst pounds away, Tsujimura is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 4 - 03:52) Tsujimura is out! Referee Leo Behan leaps in and stops the fight! (Rd 4 - 03:32) The winner, by knock out, is OJ Oberst! Official Result: OJ Oberst defeats Tomiichi Tsujimura (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:28 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: OJ Oberst thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Marty Sinnar, saying he'll destroy him. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. MA Parker (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: New York, New York, Favorite: -280) vs. Colin J L Capes (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Glasgow, Scotland, Underdog: +220) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Franklin Mencken, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:49) Capes closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:49) A jab lands from Capes, but Parker dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Capes connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Capes lands a right hand and then catches Parker with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Capes confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Capes lands a right jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Capes confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Capes uses a right jab, but sees the following low kick get caught! (Rd 1 - 03:14) Parker tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:14) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Parker just about connects with a fast glancing elbow strike. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Capes gets some separation and tries to scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 02:53) There wasn't enough separation though, Parker is able to catch him and secure side control. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Parker looks to get a mount. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Parker mounts Capes. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Parker drives down with an elbow strike, rocking Capes. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Parker throws some elbows but Capes isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Capes tries to sweep Parker out of mount but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 01:25) Parker drops some elbows on Capes but they're all taken comfortably on the arms or pushed away. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Parker unloads with three hard elbows, Capes is getting rocked! (Rd 1 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Parker pounds away with elbow strikes but Capes isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Parker blocks Capes as he tries a sweep. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Parker drops some elbows and Capes is struggling to avoid taking a clean shot. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Parker fires away with elbows but Capes doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 00:12) Capes tries to sweep Parker out of mount but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Parker. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:46) Parker shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:46) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:39) In half guard, Parker catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:23) In half guard, Parker begins working to get side control. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Parker gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Parker attempts the mount. (Rd 2 - 03:45) He mounts Capes. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Parker elbows away, landing a couple that clearly rock Capes! (Rd 2 - 03:05) Parker lands a powerful elbow strike that caught Capes on the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Parker fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Capes tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Parker. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Parker throws some short elbows and at least one catches Capes in the face. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Capes turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes! (Rd 2 - 02:04) Parker successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Parker tries to pound on Capes, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Parker keeps both hooks, despite Capes trying to pull them apart. (Rd 2 - 01:14) Parker attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. (Rd 2 - 01:14) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Parker has Capes flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! (Rd 2 - 00:52) MA Parker takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: MA Parker defeats Colin J L Capes (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:08 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: MA Parker name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. MA Parker celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Moses Amokachi (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kenya, Favorite: -350) vs. Devon "Mad Dog" Marunde (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: San Francisco, California, Underdog: +270) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Franklin Mencken, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Marunde gets in close and clinches with Amokachi. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Marunde tries to wrestle Amokachi backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Marunde can't move Amokachi at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 1 - 04:10) With control of the clinch, Amokachi tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:10) The takedown is successful, Marunde pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:54) In half guard, Amokachi begins working to get side control. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Amokachi gets past the guard, but doesn't go for side control after all, instead shifting straight into a mount. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Amokachi pounds away on Marunde, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Amokachi pounds away with punches but does minimal damage. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Amokachi unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Marunde. (Rd 1 - 02:42) Amokachi fires away with right hands, but Marunde doesn't take much damage. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Amokachi fires away and Marunde is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Amokachi unloads with big right hands, but Marunde is able to deal with most of them. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Amokachi pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Amokachi unloads with big rights, but Marunde covers up well. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Amokachi pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Marunde tries to sweep Amokachi out of mount but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 01:01) Amokachi pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Amokachi blocks an attempt to move him from mount. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Amokachi fires away with punches, but Marunde deals with them fairly well. (Rd 1 - 00:12) Amokachi pounds away, but Marunde calmly deals with them. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Amokachi. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:50) Amokachi hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Amokachi comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:35) The takedown is completed, Marunde is on his back and pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Amokachi pounds away on Marunde but can't land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Marunde tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Amokachi attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:52) He passes straight to the mount. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Amokachi pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Marunde. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Amokachi fires away with punches and Marunde takes several shots that threaten to end the fight! (Rd 2 - 02:31) Amokachi pounds away with punches but does minimal damage. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Amokachi fires off some rights, but Marunde isn't troubled by them. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Marunde tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Amokachi. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Amokachi fires away with punches, but Marunde deals with them fairly well. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Amokachi tries to pound on Marunde, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Amokachi blocks an attempt to move him from mount. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Amokachi pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Marunde tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Amokachi. (Rd 2 - 00:06) Amokachi unloads with big rights, but Marunde covers up well. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Amokachi, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Amokachi up 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:55) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Amokachi works his way to a dominant position. (Rd 3 - 04:47) Amokachi is trying to push Marunde so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:47) Amokachi does it, Marunde is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Amokachi presses Marunde into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 3 - 04:33) A minute or so passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Marunde wrestles back against Amokachi, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Marunde keeps Amokachi stuck against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:15) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Referee William Yeats thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Amokachi is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 01:48) Amokachi throws a punch but Marunde avoids it. (Rd 3 - 01:43) Seizing the opportunity, Marunde clinches. (Rd 3 - 01:36) Marunde is looking to muscle Amokachi back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:36) Marunde can't move Amokachi at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 3 - 01:16) Amokachi is looking really tired. (Rd 3 - 01:16) Amokachi gets out-wrestled in the grapple and Marunde takes control. (Rd 3 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 3 - 00:59) Marunde is trying to push Amokachi so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:59) Amokachi out-wrestles him though. (Rd 3 - 00:30) Amokachi is looking to muscle Marunde back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:30) Amokachi can't manage it, Marunde fought it. (Rd 3 - 00:19) Amokachi tries to wrestle Marunde backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:19) Amokachi manages it and controls Marunde up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Marunde. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Amokachi is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:48) Amokachi connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:29) A jab hits home from Amokachi and then he hits Marunde with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:05) Amokachi confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 4 - 04:05) Amokachi fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Marunde with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:51) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 4 - 03:40) From the looks of things, I don't think Amokachi has much energy left. (Rd 4 - 03:32) A jab hits home from Amokachi and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 4 - 03:13) Amokachi steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 4 - 03:13) Marunde looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Amokachi simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 03:13) Amokachi lands a left hand and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:49) Amokachi fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 4 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:30) Amokachi gets in close and clinches with Marunde. (Rd 4 - 02:13) Amokachi is trying to push Marunde so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:13) Marunde doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 4 - 01:54) Marunde looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 01:54) Amokachi blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Amokachi tries to wrestle Marunde backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:35) Amokachi achieves it, pinning Marunde to the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:24) Amokachi uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 01:16) Amokachi tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Marunde reverses so that he is the one in control. (Rd 4 - 00:46) The gas tank looks empty on Amokachi. (Rd 4 - 00:46) Amokachi is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 4 - 00:46) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the rest of the round as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Amokachi, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Marunde realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:49) They come together in a clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:49) Amokachi looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:40) Amokachi tries to wrestle Marunde backward and up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:40) Amokachi does it, Marunde is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:25) Unable to break free despite his opponent's obvious exhaustion, Marunde is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:25) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about half a minute. (Rd 5 - 03:41) Amokachi tries to maintain control, but Marunde wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Amokachi ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:21) Unable to break free, Amokachi is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:21) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 5 - 02:09) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee William Yeats restarts them back in the center. (Rd 5 - 02:09) Taking a few gulps of breath, Marunde is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 5 - 01:56) They come together in a clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:56) Amokachi is the aggressor in the clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Using his wrestling skills, Amokachi is trying to push Marunde up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Amokachi can't do it though, and Marunde gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 5 - 01:22) Marunde is trying to push Amokachi so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:22) He does so and now has Amokachi pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:02) Marunde tries to smother Amokachi against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Marunde against the cage instead. (Rd 5 - 00:33) It isn't a pretty tactic, but the exhausted Amokachi is wearing Marunde down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight. (Rd 5 - 00:33) The rest of the round sees them simply engaging in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Marunde came out just ahead on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges score the contest as 48-47 (Franklin Mencken), 50-46 (Johnny Beerbohm) and 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse). (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Moses Amokachi! Official Result: Moses Amokachi defeats Devon 'Mad Dog' Marunde (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Moses Amokachi name-checks everyone involved with American Cage Fighters, then goes through his sponsors one by one. He then thanks God for inspiring for him. He says that he is happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Eric "Tugboat" Hughes (4-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Trenton, New Jersey, Underdog: +190) vs. Stan "Rush" Still (8-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Chicago, Illinois, Favorite: -250) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Alan Allen, Franklin Mencken, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Still misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Hughes comes in with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:25) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Hughes comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Still throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Hughes can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Still with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:43) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:23) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Hughes steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Still manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Hughes can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Still appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Hughes took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 02:39) A jab hits home from Hughes and then he catches Still with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Moving forward constantly, Hughes is pressuring Still. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Still lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Hughes throws a one-two, but Still was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Hughes stalks forward, pressuring Still. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Hughes avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Hughes lands a jab and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Hughes is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Hughes initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Still hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Hughes connects with a nice jab and then he catches Still with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:28) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Hughes steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Still hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Hughes can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Still backs off quickly, I think that last shot really shook him! (Rd 1 - 00:43) Still gets caught by a big right hook...and is out before he hits the ground! (Rd 1 - 00:30) The winner, by knock out; Eric Hughes! Official Result: Eric 'Tugboat' Hughes defeats Stan 'Rush' Still (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:30 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Eric Hughes name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He physically grabs the microphone and proceeds to issue a challenge to Taroemon Abukara, saying that he'll destroy him. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Charlie "Lurch" Howerd (4-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Spokane, Washington, Favorite: -300) vs. Lenny "Da Hook" DiMaria (6-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Scranton, New Jersey, Underdog: +230) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Howerd slips past a right hook and counters with a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:25) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:25) DiMaria misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Howerd to attack with a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:00) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:00) DiMaria misses a jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Howerd misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Howerd attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:32) DiMaria tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Howerd can't connect with a jab, but then he catches DiMaria with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Howerd forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:17) DiMaria tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Howerd throws a one-two, but DiMaria was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 03:02) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 02:37) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:37) DiMaria counters a right hand with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:29) DiMaria used his reach advantage there, picking Howerd off at range. (Rd 1 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Howerd comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 02:14) DiMaria tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:14) A one-two from Howerd fails to land. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Howerd is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Howerd initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:03) DiMaria tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Howerd can't connect with a jab, but then he catches DiMaria with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Howerd comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:43) DiMaria throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Howerd can't connect with a jab, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Howerd comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 01:26) DiMaria tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Howerd hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Looking very tired, Howerd clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 1 - 01:16) DiMaria gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Howerd uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Howerd is trying to push DiMaria so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Howerd does it, DiMaria is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Howerd doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Howerd uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Howerd smothers DiMaria against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Howerd uses dirty boxing to punish DiMaria while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:04) DiMaria throws a few short punches to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Howerd. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:51) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Howerd comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 04:17) DiMaria fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 04:17) A one-two from Howerd fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:12) DiMaria is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Howerd shouts at his opponent, telling them to bring it on. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Howerd slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a clean right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:51) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:51) DiMaria doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Howerd doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:37) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Howerd comes forward, walking down DiMaria. (Rd 2 - 03:08) DiMaria scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Howerd hits a left jab and then he catches DiMaria with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:55) From the looks of things, I don't think Howerd has much energy left. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Howerd stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Howerd is trying to muscle DiMaria up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Howerd does it, DiMaria is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:38) DiMaria is trapped against the cage and Howerd punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:26) Howerd pins DiMaria up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 2 - 02:09) DiMaria is trapped against the cage and Howerd hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 2 - 01:55) Howerd smothers DiMaria against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 2 - 01:36) DiMaria is trapped against the cage and Howerd hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Blood is visible on DiMaria, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 2 - 01:25) Howerd smothers DiMaria against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Howerd tries a foot stomp, but DiMaria seizes the chance to create some space and break free. (Rd 2 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:54) DiMaria appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 2 - 00:44) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 00:44) DiMaria finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Howerd hits a left jab and also nails a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Howerd looks totally gassed. (Rd 2 - 00:33) DiMaria is breathing very hard. (Rd 2 - 00:33) DiMaria backs away...and almost falls down! I think that last strike really hurt him! (Rd 2 - 00:33) Howerd moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! DiMaria goes down! (Rd 2 - 00:22) Howerd senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 2 - 00:22) Howerd fires away and DiMaria is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 2 - 00:03) Keeping calm under pressure, DiMaria spots that Howerd is over-committed to the strikes and sweeps him off balance! They scramble for position. (Rd 2 - 00:03) The scramble sees DiMaria up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Howerd. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Howerd ahead 20-18. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up DiMaria. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:50) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 3 - 04:21) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 3 - 03:48) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:48) Howerd slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:23) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 03:07) DiMaria attempts to wrestle Howerd to the ground. (Rd 3 - 03:07) DiMaria can't get the takedown as Howerd wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Clinched with DiMaria, Howerd looks to try and take him down. (Rd 3 - 02:44) The takedown is successful, DiMaria pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:29) For the moment Howerd is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:10) Howerd blocks an attempted sweep. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Howerd attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 3 - 01:58) DiMaria can't do anything about the pass, and is left under side control. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Howerd looks to get a mount. (Rd 3 - 01:28) He loses his control momentarily as he tries the mount and a scramble begins. (Rd 3 - 01:14) Howerd manages to come out on top, with DiMaria pulling half guard. (Rd 3 - 01:03) Howerd throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Howerd throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Howerd unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt DiMaria. (Rd 3 - 00:16) Howerd throws a quick, ultra-nasty elbow strike to the head. (Rd 3 - 00:16) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of DiMaria. (Rd 3 - 00:03) Howerd hits a vicious elbow strike to the head. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Howerd. (Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for DiMaria, he's running out of rounds. (Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of DiMaria. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:55) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 4 - 04:35) DiMaria looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:23) DiMaria scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Howerd scores with a great right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:55) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 4 - 03:33) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 03:33) DiMaria misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a good right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:14) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 03:14) Howerd slips past a right hook and counters with a left cross. (Rd 4 - 02:45) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 02:45) DiMaria misses with a big right hand, allowing Howerd to counter with a great right hook. (Rd 4 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:23) DiMaria steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 4 - 02:23) Howerd throws a punch but DiMaria avoids it. (Rd 4 - 02:16) DiMaria gets hold of Howerd. (Rd 4 - 02:08) DiMaria attempts to wrestle Howerd to the ground. (Rd 4 - 02:08) DiMaria doesn't get the takedown, Howerd instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 4 - 01:49) DiMaria looks totally gassed. (Rd 4 - 01:49) Howerd tries to wrestle DiMaria backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:49) He does so and now has DiMaria pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:38) Howerd smothers DiMaria against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 4 - 01:26) Howerd hits DiMaria, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 4 - 01:06) DiMaria is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 00:51) DiMaria gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 00:36) Howerd hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 00:30) DiMaria is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Howerd smothers DiMaria against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Howerd, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see DiMaria winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:46) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 04:46) Howerd slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 5 - 04:26) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 04:26) DiMaria lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 5 - 04:26) Howerd nails a right cross. (Rd 5 - 03:57) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 03:57) DiMaria doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 5 - 03:57) Howerd hits a left cross. (Rd 5 - 03:33) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 5 - 03:17) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 03:17) Howerd tries to take DiMaria down. (Rd 5 - 03:17) DiMaria cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 03:03) Howerd peppers DiMaria with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with. (Rd 5 - 02:43) DiMaria applies double underhooks and keeps Howerd from launching any attacks. (Rd 5 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 5 - 02:21) Howerd keeps tight to DiMaria, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 5 - 02:06) Using his leg strength to push Howerd back a bit, DiMaria looks to scramble for position. (Rd 5 - 02:06) Howerd is too quick though, and grabs side control before DiMaria can get up. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Howerd throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 5 - 01:27) Howerd blocks DiMaria as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 5 - 01:07) Howerd throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 5 - 00:49) Howerd looks to get a mount. (Rd 5 - 00:49) Howerd takes the back instead, DiMaria rolled over rather than get mounted. (Rd 5 - 00:18) Howerd pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 5 - 00:05) Howerd pounds away on DiMaria, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Howerd. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Charlie 'Lurch' Howerd! Official Result: Charlie 'Lurch' Howerd defeats Lenny 'Da Hook' DiMaria (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Charlie Howerd thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Korekiyo Okuma (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Favorite: -710) vs. Hans Gorner (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Berlin, Germany, Underdog: +560) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Alan Allen, Franklin Mencken, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The weight difference here is obvious, as Gorner must be giving up at least 20lbs to his opponent. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Gorner deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Okuma doesn't connect with a right jab but lands a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Gorner misses a jab but scores with a left hook to the side of the body. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Gorner comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Okuma hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Gorner can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Okuma may have been aiming to get in close, but Gorner aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:19) A jab hits home from Gorner and then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Gorner can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Okuma shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Okuma gets hold of a leg but Gorner remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Okuma can't get Gorner down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Okuma smothers Gorner against the cage and stomps down on his foot. (Rd 1 - 03:16) With the cage trapping Gorner, Okuma looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 1 - 03:16) The takedown is successful and he is now on top of a turtled up Gorner. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Rolled over from turtle position Gorner is left caught in side control. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Okuma attempts an arm triangle. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Gorner blocks it. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Gorner tries to pull guard on Okuma but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Okuma attempts to armbar Gorner from side control. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Gorner blocks it. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Gorner tries to move to guard, but Okuma doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Okuma throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Okuma blocks Gorner as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 00:34) Okuma tries to lock Gorner in an arm triangle. (Rd 1 - 00:34) Okuma gets the arm triangle fully applied, but the round ends before it can force the tap! (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Okuma, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Okuma to go on and win this fight now that the first round has gone his way. (Rd 1 - 00:00) It's hard to see a scenario where Gorner can do enough to take this fight. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:50) Gorner comes forward. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Okuma lands a right hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Gorner throws a one-two, but Okuma was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Gorner comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Okuma fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Gorner uses a left jab but the following kick to the body misses. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Gorner is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:12) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Gorner can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Okuma shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:33) The takedown is completed, Gorner is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Okuma fires off a few punches. (Rd 2 - 02:51) Okuma looks to get past the guard. (Rd 2 - 02:51) He passes the guard well, gaining side control. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Okuma attempts an armbar. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Gorner defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 2 - 01:41) Gorner tries to pull guard on Okuma but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 01:25) In side control, Okuma catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:05) In side control, Okuma begins working to get a mount. (Rd 2 - 01:05) He mounts Gorner. (Rd 2 - 00:41) Okuma unloads with big left hands and Gorner is struggling to cope! (Rd 2 - 00:27) Okuma pounds away on Gorner, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 2 - 00:13) Okuma pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Okuma, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Okuma up 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:46) Moving forward constantly, Gorner is pressuring Okuma. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Okuma hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Gorner uses a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 04:27) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 04:27) Okuma counters a leg kick with a right jab and a great left hook. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Okuma is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 04:13) Gorner steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 3 - 04:13) Okuma hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 04:13) A one-two from Gorner fails to land. (Rd 3 - 03:53) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 3 - 03:23) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Gorner is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 02:56) Gorner attacks with strikes. (Rd 3 - 02:56) Okuma lands a right hand in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 02:56) Gorner uses a left jab but Okuma dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next. (Rd 3 - 02:31) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:31) Gorner hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 02:31) Okuma misses a jab but scores with a great left hook. (Rd 3 - 02:19) Breathing very hard, Gorner is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 02:06) Okuma appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Gorner took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 02:06) Gorner connects with a nice jab and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:39) Gorner comes forward. (Rd 3 - 01:39) Okuma fires off a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 01:39) Gorner can't connect with a jab, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 01:20) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 01:20) Gorner uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 01:20) Okuma lands a right jab and a left cross. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Gorner, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Okuma tries to wrestle Gorner backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Okuma manages it and controls Gorner up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Okuma uses dirty boxing to punish Gorner while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:40) Gorner is trapped against the cage and Okuma hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 3 - 00:40) It looks like Gorner has been cut across the forehead by a strike. (Rd 3 - 00:25) Gorner is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear. (Rd 3 - 00:09) Okuma pins Gorner up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Okuma, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Gorner is running out of rounds. (Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Gorner. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:50) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 4 - 04:20) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:20) Gorner hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 04:20) Okuma scores with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Okuma appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 4 - 03:58) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 03:58) Gorner misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Okuma attacks with a right jab and a left cross. (Rd 4 - 03:47) Okuma looks very tired out there. (Rd 4 - 03:47) Gorner seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 03:34) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 03:34) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing. (Rd 4 - 03:34) Okuma doesn't connect with a left hand. (Rd 4 - 03:34) Gorner misses with a left jab and also can't get a kick to the body. (Rd 4 - 03:09) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 4 - 02:48) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 02:48) Gorner hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 4 - 02:48) Okuma is off-target with a jab but nails a left cross. (Rd 4 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 4 - 02:29) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 02:29) Gorner hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 02:29) Okuma hits a right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:17) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:17) Gorner gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Okuma uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 02:04) Okuma is trying to push Gorner so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:04) Okuma does it, Gorner is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:44) Okuma stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 4 - 01:32) Okuma smothers Gorner against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 4 - 01:17) Okuma catches Gorner with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 01:08) Gorner gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 4 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 01:00) Gorner is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:00) Gorner is bleeding again from just above his hairline, a strike has re-opened the wound. (Rd 4 - 00:48) Okuma looks very, very tired. (Rd 4 - 00:48) Gorner is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear. (Rd 4 - 00:28) Okuma smothers Gorner against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 00:12) Gorner gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Okuma, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Gorner realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Gorner. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:55) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:55) Okuma misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Gorner comes in with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 5 - 04:44) Gorner looks exhausted. (Rd 5 - 04:36) Moving forward constantly, Gorner is pressuring Okuma. (Rd 5 - 04:36) Okuma hit a counter right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:36) Gorner connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 04:16) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 04:16) Gorner slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 03:48) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 03:48) Gorner connects with a left hand. (Rd 5 - 03:48) Okuma scores with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:30) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 5 - 03:30) Gorner is off-target with a jab but lands a left kick to the rib cage. Okuma hits a right cross. (Rd 5 - 03:16) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:16) Gorner gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Okuma uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 5 - 03:02) Okuma is trying to muscle Gorner up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:02) Gorner ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:43) Okuma looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 02:43) Gorner is trapped against the cage and Okuma hits him with a short right uppercut. (Rd 5 - 02:32) Gorner gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 5 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:25) Okuma pins Gorner up against the cage and hits a couple of nice left hands to the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 02:09) Okuma uses dirty boxing to punish Gorner while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:57) Okuma hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 5 - 01:51) Okuma catches Gorner with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 5 - 01:44) Gorner is controlled up against the cage and takes a few left hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:32) Gorner takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 5 - 01:26) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center. (Rd 5 - 01:11) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 01:11) Gorner finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. Okuma hits a right hand. (Rd 5 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 00:44) Gorner attacks with strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:44) Okuma hits two right hands on the counter. (Rd 5 - 00:44) Gorner doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a body kick. (Rd 5 - 00:17) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Okuma took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Korekiyo Okuma! Official Result: Korekiyo Okuma defeats Hans Gorner (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Korekiyo Okuma thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Tomoji Takaoka, saying that he'll destroy him. There's no doubt that Korekiyo Okuma benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. MAIN EVENT CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Davey Rushton (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Sterling, Scotland, Favorite: -400) vs. Hugo "The Mastadon" Filiou (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Quebec, Canada, Underdog: +310) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Alan Allen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Filiou, being in front of a home crowd, gets a loud cheer as he enters. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Rushton comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:51) A jab hits home from Rushton and then he hits Filiou with a beautiful left uppercut! (Rd 1 - 04:51) He's down! Filiou falls to the floor! (Rd 1 - 04:43) Rushton starts pounding away on Filiou, looking to finish him off! (Rd 1 - 04:43) Rushton pounds away on Filiou, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 1 - 04:43) With Filiou taking a beating, referee Leo Behan has to stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 04:28) The winner, by TKO, is Davey Rushton! Official Result: Davey Rushton defeats Hugo 'The Mastadon' Filiou (TKO (Strikes) in 0:32 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Davey Rushton praises his team at American Cage Fighters, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Davey Rushton says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. Attendance: 129 Gate Reciepts: $12,126 Sponsorship: $24,070 Ad Revenue: $206,865 Merchandise: $3,761 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $80,088) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Davey Rushton $9,080 Hugo Filiou $132 Perf: Rushton: $5,000 Korekiyo Okuma $2,550 Hans Gorner $1,680 Charlie Howerd $2,380 Lenny DiMaria $1,560 Eric Hughes $2,210 Stan Still $1,560 Moses Amokachi $2,040 Devon Marunde $132 MA Parker $7,040 Colin J L Capes $1,680 SotN: Parker: $5,000 OJ Oberst $12,210 Tomiichi Tsujimura $10,132 FotN: Both: $10,000 Svein Haugen $7,040 Tarmo Lurich $1,920 KotN: Haugen: $5,000 Terry Shakespeare $3,740 Erich Dymek $132 Vasily Klyushev $2,380 Daugvinas Blekaitis $1,680 Sun Lu Tang $2,100 Hector Jimenez $1,200 Jerry Benderoth $150 Fred Goggins $1,500 Hidehira Nakamoto $3,750 Martin Greenstein $110 Drug Testing: $13,650 Production: $22,688 Profit: $130,396 Critical Rating: 72% Commercial Rating: 33% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada -5.0% 62.0% (Mid Level Regional) USA -3.2% 72.5% (High Level Regional) UK -4.0% 63.8% (Mid Level Regional) Europe -1.0% 44.8% (Mid Level Regional) Australia -2.0% 54.3% (Mid Level Regional) Japan -1.6% 53.9% (Mid Level Regional) Asia -2.0% 50.7% (Mid Level Regional) Russia -0.9% 45.0% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico -1.5% 50.3% (Mid Level Regional) South America -4.0% 59.8% (Mid Level Regional) Central America -1.2% 54.0% (Mid Level Regional) Africa -0.3% 28.3% (Low Level Regional) News - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 33, and Bronson Berle has tested positive for TRT following his victory over Stanislaw Lipnicki. He is claiming that the positive test is the result of a lab mix-up. Berle has been suspended for a year by the athletic commission, and his victory has been overturned to a No Contest. He has also been fired by the CTC. Candian competitor Chuck Dooley will re-enter the bracket to replace Berle, and will face Aleksander Ivanov in the Second Round. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 34, and Mort Slingsby has tested postive for recreational drugs. He claims he has never used any such substances and the positive test is a lab mix-up. He has been suspended for a year by the athletic commission, and his victory over Josuke Matsuzawa has been overturned to a No Contest. He has also been fired by the CTC. Canadian competitor Nate MacReary will re-enter the bracket to replace Slingsby, and will face Kanezane Fujii in the Second Round. - The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 35 and all fighters tested clean. - The CTC has released the following fighters following their elimination from the tournament: Hans Gorner, Lenny DiMaria, Stan Still, Devon Marunde, Colin J L Capes, Tomiichi Tsujimura, Tarmo Lurich, Erich Dymek, Daugvinas Blekaitis, Hector Jimenez, Fred Goggins, and Martin Greenstein. - The services of Hugo Filiou have been retained per Canadian fighter rules. - CTC fighter Jackson Mollusck is visiting Mean Machines in preperation for his upcoming CTC Lightweight Championship Third Round fight with Sukarno. He's hoping to improve his boxing. - ALPHA-1 have closed their Heavyweight division due to a lack of available fighters. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows None Predictions None Confirmed Fights For CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round (Round of 64) Palmer Lette vs. Iggy Coan August Pennell vs. Eric Coleman Irwin Middleton vs. Sebastian Cyr Efren Luat vs. Chi Ji Guang Bob Dozier vs. Bahman Baboumian John-James McInleen vs. Zsolt Hargitay Frank Paul vs. Dwight Witherspoon Wally Bryant vs. Marmaduke Chuffnell Renato vs. Warren Scumboon Stanley Rine vs. Kiyomori Sanda Graham Goodbody vs. Lucius M Banks Yoshikazu Inamoto vs. Marty Sinnar Hanley Polter vs. Jeremy-Brett Teller Cory Frain vs. Abe Locke Sherman Shields vs. Melvin Yeo Noddy Pascow vs. Gunnar Rasmussen George Pickering vs. Matas Fialkowska Drew D'Acosto vs. Frank Sheedy Zachary Nobell vs. Sugimoto Tarumi Namboku Okuda vs. Hidehira Nakamoto Kel Ryan vs. OJ Oberst Yan Hasluck vs. Eric Hughes Jutaro Honma vs. MA Parker Joe Snettisham vs. Korekiyo Okuma Ali Shivari vs. Moses Amokachi Osser Mallaby vs. Davey Rushton Seb Morehead vs. Jerry Benderoth Teddy Glossop vs. Charlie Howerd Taroemon Abukara vs. Svein Haugen Yang Fa Kun vs. Terry Shakespeare Marvin Stevens vs. Vasily Klyushev Tomoji Takaoka vs. Sun Lu Tang

Sunday, Week 1, July 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Davey Rushton (5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #35, Favorite: -400) vs. Hugo "The Mastadon" Filiou (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Quebec, Canada, Underdog: +310) Davey Rushton is a very good boxer, who originally only dabbled in MMA working occasional local shows where he would generally use his superior hands to beat up fat out of shape guys for some quick cash. That changed when he was signed to be part of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV tournament. Rushton not only won the tournament with ease, he went on to beat the vastly more experienced Gary Sampson to become the first ever GAMMA Super Heavyweight champion. His one-dimensionality has been exposed since however and he has slid down the rankings. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Teddy Glossop in GAMMA. Hugo Filiou is a submission-based wrestler from Quebec, a Super Heavyweight who is looking to make waves amongst the biggest fighters in MMA. Still very young, he'll need to drastically improve his striking and cardio if he is to achieve his goal of cracking the top ten in the world rankings. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Korekiyo Okuma (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #42, Favorite: -710) vs. Hans Gorner (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #87, Underdog: +560) Korekiyo Okuma is a former sumo wrestler who has converted to MMA. A solid wrestler, he also boxed in his youth and so has better stand-up than you could perhaps expect. After going 6-0 on the local scene, ALPHA-1 signed him, only to see him get obliterated by Zachary Nobell on his debut. Still young, Okuma has plenty of time to recover however. Hans Gorner is a kick boxer from Berlin, who is more than capable when standing and striking, having fast and accurated strikes that can dazzle opponents. He perhaps doesn't have the power you'd expect from such a big man however. MAIN CARD CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Charlie "Lurch" Howerd (4-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Favorite: -300) vs. Lenny "Da Hook" DiMaria (6-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #83, Underdog: +230) Charlie Howerd is an old school slugger who just likes to stand and bang. He joined ALPHA-1 in 1999, a real out of left field signing if ever there was one, but made a bad start of his career in the big leagues by going 0-2 in 2000. Mild redemption was had when he scored his first victory in Japan with a win over Vinnie MacEntyre the following year, but he does seem to be quite out of his league in the company. Lenny DiMaria got his first taste of fame when he was a cast member on the first season of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV show. The most experienced of the competitors, he nonetheless went out in the qualifiers after losing to George Pickering. The Italian-American fighter stayed with the company in order to take part in their fledgling Super Heavyweight division, but an 0-3 record was not nearly enough to keep him around and he was cut in January 2001 after being finished by Osser Mallaby. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Eric "Tugboat" Hughes (4-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #39, Underdog: +190) vs. Stan "Rush" Still (8-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #90, Favorite: -250) Eric Hughes is a straight ahead brawler with a heavy right hand, he was one of the cast members on GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV show. Beaten in the qualifiers by eventual winner Davey Rushton, Hughes was nonetheless kept on to be part of the new Super Heavyweight division. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round submission loss to Cory Frain in his last fight. Stan Still is a wrestler from Chicago, a slow moving, lumbering fighter who tends to experience big problems against anyone who uses a lot of movement. Not particularly good, his big punching power is his saving grace. After spending the first six years of his career as a Heavyweight, to little success, he moved up to Super Heavyweight in late 2001 in an attempt to reboot. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Moses Amokachi (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #62, Favorite: -350) vs. Devon "Mad Dog" Marunde (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Underdog: +270) Moses Amokachi is a big, ultra-powerful wrestler from Kenya. Moving to the US when he was just 12, he became a star wrestler at the college level and is now looking to use that as the basis for a successful MMA career in the Super Heavyweight ranks. Devon Marunde comes to MMA from a wrestling background, and his size and athletic ability mean that his takedowns and grappling are hard to resist. Where he comes unstuck is that his striking is awful. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: MA Parker (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #55, Favorite: -280) vs. Colin JL Capes (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #74, Underdog: +220) MA Parker is a wrestler by trade, a powerhouse who started competeing in MMA's Super Heavyweight class in late 2001. At his best up close and personal, if Parker can get hold of someone then he generally has the power and poise to control them. What he lacks, badly, is a striking game. Colin Jack Lachlan Capes is a big rugged Glaswegian, who comes from a kick boxing background and is noted for his dangerous feet, particularly his lethal head kicks. A Super Heavyweight, he has the potential to take advantage of the fact that the relatively new division isn't particularly strong at the moment. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: OJ Oberst (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Underdog: +110) vs. Tomiichi Tsujimura (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Favorite: -150) Orville Jameson Oberst is a former professional boxer who made the leap to MMA in 2001. Skilled as a pugilist, and certainly one of the best pure boxers in the sport, the question is now whether he can train up the other areas of MMA enough to support his primary skill set. Tomiichi Tsujimura is a big wrestler, who uses his power belly and grappling skills to squash opponents to the ropes to ground and wear them out by forcing them to carry his weight. It's not a pretty style, and audience members have been known to tap out and head to the merchandise stands rather than watch, but it can be effective. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Svein Haugen (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Underdog: +110) vs. Tarmo Lurich (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Favorite: -150) Svein Haugen is a 6'8" Muay Thai specialist from Norway. Known for his destructive knee strikes, he can be absolutely deadly from the clinch. His general striking is perhaps not quite so effective, but he possesses enough quality that he cannot be underestimated. Tarmo Lurich is a Muay Thai competitor from Estonia, who is a bad stick of wood who seems to enjoy inflicting pain. He does have weaknesses, such as his lack of grappling and somewhat poor cardio, but whether opponents can last long enough to exploit them is another matter entirely. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Wreck Em" Terry Shakespeare (4-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournamnent Seed: #38, Underdog: +240) vs. Erich Dymek (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #91, Favorite: -310) Terry Shakespeare is a 6'11" Irishmen who is a kick boxer by trade. He appeared on the first season of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV tournament, and ended up being knocked out in the semi-final stage by Irwin Middleton in a mild upset. He has remained in GAMMA's new Super Heavyweight division after the tournament, although it is fair to say that he has struggled thusfar. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Drew D'Acosto in his last fight. Erich Dymek is a Polish Super Heavyweight, who comes from a Judo background and so likes to get hold of his opponent and control them. He has some sneaky trips and throws at his disposal, but what he lacks is any sort of striking game to go with it. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Daugvinas Blekaitis (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #54, Favorite: -600) vs. Vasily "The Crusher" Klyushev (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #75, Underdog: +470) Daugvinas Blekaitis is a wrestler from Lithuania, who likes to get in close and disrupt his opponent with close-quarters grappling and dirty boxing. His striking is a major weak point that will need attention if he is to become a big name in MMA. Vasily Klyushev is a heavily muscled juggernaut of a fighter. A Super Heavyweight who competes on the European regional circuit. Very powerful, he can stand and bang with anyone on the planet. Where he falls down is that he gases quickly and has little or no skill when it comes to close-quarters grappling. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Sun Lu Tang (3-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Favorite: -210) vs. Hector Jimenez (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #86, Underdog: +160) Sun Lu Tang is one of the surprising number of Chinese Super Heavyweights, a big burly grappler who likes to get on top and rain down strikes. He was signed by ALPHA-1 in 1999, despite being a rookie. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Ben Lees in ALPHA-1. Hector Jimenez is a Super Heavyweight from Mexico, who is a member of a family of boxers. Both his siblings are well known professional boxers, as was his father, uncle, and grandfather. The first of the Jimenez bloodline to go into MMA, big Hector is hoping his powerful punches will see him rise to the top. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Fred Goggins (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #51, Favorite: -310) vs. Jerry Benderoth (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #78, Underdog: +240) Fred Goggins is a big fat fighter from England, who is a real throwback from the first era of MMA. He is definately a low level fighter when it comes to skill, but his enormous bulk means that he can provide some problems if an opponent is dumb enough to get caught by him. Jerry Benderoth was a good wrestler in college who turned to MMA in late 2001. Very much a grinder, his low-risk approach to the sport isn't very pretty to watch but is definitely his best strategy as he simply doesn't have the striking to stand with anyone for very long. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Hidehira Nakamoto (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Favorite: -490) vs. Martin Greenstein (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #82, Underdog: +390) Hidehira Nakmoto is a former sumo wrestler, who decided to turn to MMA in mid-2000 after becoming frustrated with his lack of success in his native sport. ALPHA-1 signed him after just one pro fight, although quite how they think they're going to make something of such a limited athlete is a mystery. That said, he marked his debut with a win, using his bulk to bully Chi Ji Guang into defeat. Martin Greenstein is a fairly mediocre kick boxer, who is a rookie who turned professional right at the end of December 2001. A big man, but actually on the smaller end of the spectrum when compared to the other behemoths that inhabit the Super Heavyweight division, he will definitely need to develope some grappling skills if he is to amount to much in MMA. Weigh-In Results Davey Rushton (280 lbs) vs. Hugo Filiou (279 lbs) Korekiyo Okuma (294 lbs) vs. Hans Gorner (273 lbs) Charlie Howerd (289 lbs) vs. Lenny DiMaria (273 lbs) Eric Hughes (281 lbs) vs. Stan Still (266 lbs) Moses Amokachi (278 lbs) vs. Devon Marunde (281 lbs) MA Parker (277 lbs) vs. Colin JL Capes (288 lbs) OJ Oberst (296 lbs) vs. Tomiichi Tsujimura (303 lbs) Svein Haugen (316 lbs) vs. Tarmo Lurich (303 lbs) Terry Shakespeare (289 lbs) vs. Erich Dymek (286 lbs) Daugvinas Blekaitis (297 lbs) vs. Vasily Klyushev (286 lbs) Sun Lu Tang (288 lbs) vs. Hector Jimenez (304 lbs) Fred Goggins (275 lbs) vs. Jerry Benderoth (271 lbs) Hidehira Nakamoto (344 lbs) vs. Martin Greenstein (277 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 38 Full Fight Card SHW: Davey Rushton vs. Hugo Filiou SHW: Korekiyo Okuma vs. Hans Gorner SHW: Charlie Howerd vs. Lenny DiMaria SHW: Eric Hughes vs. Stan Still SHW: Moses Amokachi vs. Devon Marunde SHW: MA Parker vs. Colin JL Capes SHW: OJ Oberst vs. Tomiichi Tsujimura SHW: Svein Haugen vs. Tarmo Lurich SHW: Terry Shakespeare vs. Erich Dymek SHW: Daugvinas Blekaitis vs. Vasily Klyushev SHW: Sun Lu Tang vs. Hector Jimenez SHW: Fred Goggins vs. Jerry Benderoth SHW: Hidehira Nakamoto vs. Martin Greenstein

Saturday, Week 1, July 2002 Live From Montreal, Quebec PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Warlord" Hunter Matuszak (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Phoenix, Arizona, Underdog: +140) vs. Jeremy-Brett Teller (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Hawaii, Favorite: -180) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Millhouse Twain, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The weight difference here is obvious, as Teller must be giving up at least 20lbs to his opponent. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Teller slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:36) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Teller slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:18) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Matuszak misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Teller to attack with a left hook to the side of the body. (Rd 1 - 03:58) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Teller steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Matuszak manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Teller can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Teller connects with two left hands and then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw! (Rd 1 - 03:10) Matuszak is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 1 - 02:57) Teller moves in quickly, kneeling beside Matuszak and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 1 - 02:57) Teller unloads with massive right hands and Matuszak is getting destroyed! (Rd 1 - 02:57) With Matuszak taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 02:42) The winner, by TKO; Jeremy-Brett Teller! Official Result: Jeremy-Brett Teller defeats 'The Warlord' Hunter Matuszak (TKO (Strikes) in 2:18 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Jeremy-Brett Teller thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Jarno Zijlstra (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Vroomschoop, Netherlands, Underdog: +150) vs. Melvin Yeo (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Langkawi, Malaysia, Favorite: -200) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Millhouse Twain, Marianne Froth, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The weight difference here is obvious, as Zijlstra must be giving up at least 95lbs to his opponent. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) A jab is wide from Zijlstra, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:55) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Yeo. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Zijlstra hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Yeo scores with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:19) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Yeo misses a right hook and gets countered with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 03:54) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Zijlstra slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Yeo rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward. (Rd 1 - 03:33) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Yeo misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Zijlstra attacks with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 03:05) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Yeo is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 1 - 02:45) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 02:19) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 01:59) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 01:49) With Yeo bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 1 - 01:49) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem. (Rd 1 - 01:49) The fight will be restarted in the center! (Rd 1 - 01:39) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Yeo misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Zijlstra attacks with two jabs that are followed by a good right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:39) The gash above the eye of Yeo has been re-opened by a strike. (Rd 1 - 01:14) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Zijlstra dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 01:01) Yeo is breathing very hard. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Zijlstra lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Zijlstra comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Yeo manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Zijlstra hits a left jab and then he hits Yeo with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Zijlstra closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Yeo may have been aiming to get in close, but Zijlstra aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:04) A jab lands from Zijlstra, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Zijlstra, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Yeo. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) Zijlstra comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Yeo throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Zijlstra lands two left hands and then he hits Yeo with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:26) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Zijlstra counters a right hand with a jab and a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Taking a few gulps of breath, Zijlstra is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Zijlstra comes forward. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Zijlstra steps into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Zijlstra can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Yeo with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Zijlstra comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Yeo throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Zijlstra lands a jab and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Zijlstra comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Yeo throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Zijlstra lands two jabs, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Zijlstra comes forward. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Yeo hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Zijlstra fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Yeo looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Yeo is trying to push Zijlstra so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Yeo manages it and controls Zijlstra up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:35) Zijlstra is trapped against the cage and Yeo hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 2 - 02:18) With the cage trapping Zijlstra, Yeo looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Yeo gets the takedown! Zijlstra pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 02:01) Yeo lies on top of Zijlstra, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Yeo throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 2 - 01:08) In guard, Yeo throws a couple of punches designed to keep Zijlstra guessing. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Zijlstra tries to smother Yeo by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Yeo pounds away with elbow strikes but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Zijlstra tries to pull Yeo in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Time slips away as Yeo successfully keeps Zijlstra stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Yeo came out just ahead on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:51) Zijlstra comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 3 - 04:51) Zijlstra steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way. (Rd 3 - 04:51) Zijlstra hits two left jabs and then he catches Yeo with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Zijlstra moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Zijlstra connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Zijlstra is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 04:01) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 3 - 03:52) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Using his wrestling skills, Yeo is trying to push Zijlstra up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Yeo manages it and controls Zijlstra up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Yeo seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Yeo looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:37) A great inside leg trip sees Zijlstra get thrown to the mat and Yeo is left in guard. (Rd 3 - 03:18) Zijlstra looks very tired out there. (Rd 3 - 03:18) Time slips away as Yeo successfully keeps Zijlstra stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 02:51) Yeo pounds away with elbow strikes but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Yeo doesn't allow Zijlstra to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Time slips away as Yeo successfully keeps Zijlstra stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 01:57) Yeo fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 3 - 01:36) Yeo doesn't let Zijlstra pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 3 - 01:27) In guard, Yeo is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:10) Yeo doesn't let Zijlstra pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Yeo smothers Zijlstra with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Yeo unloads with some elbows but Zijlstra deals with them comfortably. (Rd 3 - 00:15) Yeo doesn't let Zijlstra pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 3 - 00:06) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Yeo. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Yeo. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Yeo misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Zijlstra comes in with a solid right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:23) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 4 - 04:07) Yeo looks totally gassed. (Rd 4 - 03:57) Moving around, Yeo is looking for an opening to shoot without exposing himself to a counter-strike. (Rd 4 - 03:57) Zijlstra hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:35) Zijlstra connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:17) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 4 - 02:49) Zijlstra looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 4 - 02:49) A jab hits home from Zijlstra and then he hits Yeo with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 4 - 02:26) Zijlstra comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 4 - 02:26) Yeo fires off a counter jab. (Rd 4 - 02:26) Zijlstra throws a one-two, but Yeo was equal to it. (Rd 4 - 02:04) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 4 - 01:34) Zijlstra hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:20) From the looks of things, I don't think Zijlstra has much energy left. (Rd 4 - 01:11) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 01:11) Zijlstra scores with a left hook. Yeo is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 00:46) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 00:46) Yeo misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Zijlstra to attack with a left jab and a right hook. (Rd 4 - 00:30) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 4 - 00:30) Using his wrestling skills, Yeo is trying to push Zijlstra up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:30) Yeo does it, Zijlstra is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:13) Zijlstra uses his wrestling skills to prevent Yeo from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Zijlstra, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) According to my scorecard, that leaves the fighters dead even with just one round remaining. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:47) Zijlstra lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Zijlstra shouts at his opponent, telling them to bring it on. (Rd 5 - 04:28) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Zijlstra misses with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Yeo misses with a left jab and also misses with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:58) Zijlstra steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:58) Yeo fires off a counter jab. (Rd 5 - 03:58) Zijlstra lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 03:38) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 5 - 03:19) Zijlstra steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 5 - 03:19) Yeo misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 5 - 03:19) Zijlstra hits a left hand but Yeo avoids a big right. (Rd 5 - 03:05) Zijlstra looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 5 - 03:05) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:05) Yeo hits Zijlstra with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 5 - 02:50) Zijlstra gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Yeo uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 5 - 02:35) Yeo is trying to muscle Zijlstra up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:35) Zijlstra ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Zijlstra is trapped against the cage and Yeo punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 02:11) Yeo smothers Zijlstra against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 5 - 01:56) Yeo catches Zijlstra with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 5 - 01:50) Yeo smothers Zijlstra against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 01:31) Yeo hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 5 - 01:20) Zijlstra is trapped against the cage and Yeo punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:04) Yeo tries to take Zijlstra down. (Rd 5 - 01:04) The takedown is completed, Zijlstra is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 00:46) Time slips away as Yeo successfully keeps Zijlstra stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 00:14) The clock runs down as Zijlstra is being smothered against the ground by Yeo. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Yeo took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 48-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Melvin Yeo! Official Result: Melvin Yeo defeats Jarno Zijlstra (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Melvin Yeo thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Melvin Yeo says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Matas "The Beard" Fialkowska (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Warsaw, Poland, Favorite: -790) vs. Veeti "The Gut Buster" Kuqi (34-19, 0-0 CTC, From: Helsinki, Finland, Underdog: +630) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Marianne Froth, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:52) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Fialkowska tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Kuqi is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Fialkowska slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:14) That was a good example of how Fialkowska can use his huge reach advantage to win striking battles. (Rd 1 - 04:07) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Kuqi misses with a big right hand, allowing Fialkowska to counter with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 03:42) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Kuqi misses with a big right hand, allowing Fialkowska to counter with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Kuqi is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Fialkowska comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Kuqi fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:19) A jab hits home from Fialkowska and then he catches Kuqi with a stunning right hook! (Rd 1 - 03:19) Kuqi is knocked down! (Rd 1 - 03:09) Fialkowska senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks! (Rd 1 - 03:09) Fialkowska hits several vicious stomps and kicks, but Kuqi incredibly weathers the storm! (Rd 1 - 02:47) Fialkowska looks to get on top of Kuqi. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Fialkowska attains side control. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Fialkowska begins trying to get himself into a mount. (Rd 1 - 02:32) He can't get the mount as Kuqi rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead. (Rd 1 - 02:07) Fialkowska tries to put Kuqi in a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 02:07) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Fialkowska has Kuqi flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! (Rd 1 - 01:43) The winner, by submission; Matas Fialkowska! Official Result: Matas 'The Beard' Fialkowska defeats Veeti 'The Gut Buster' Kuqi (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:17 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Veeti Kuqi takes the microphone and announces that with this defeat he has decided to retire from MMA. Post-Fight: Matas Fialkowska thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Drew "Leviathan" D'Acosto (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Favorite: -370) vs. Jouko Kiri (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kotka, Finland, Underdog: +290) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Marianne Froth, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:48) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Kiri works his way to a dominant position. (Rd 1 - 04:41) Kiri tries to wrestle D'Acosto backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:41) Kiri manages it and controls D'Acosto up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Kiri leans all of his weight up against D'Acosto, pressing him against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:27) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 03:40) D'Acosto is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 1 - 03:40) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Referee Christian Maugham decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Up close, they start wrestling. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Kiri wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Kiri is looking to muscle D'Acosto back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Kiri doesn't manage it though, D'Acosto defended it well. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Kiri is looking to muscle D'Acosto back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:02) D'Acosto ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:47) An ugly but effective tactic, Kiri is pressing D'Acosto up against the cage and slowly wearing him down. (Rd 1 - 01:47) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 00:43) D'Acosto, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Kiri is exerting. (Rd 1 - 00:43) The rest of the round sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Kiri took that round, 10-9 on my score card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:49) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Kiri works his way to a dominant position. (Rd 2 - 04:40) Using his wrestling skills, Kiri is trying to push D'Acosto up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:40) D'Acosto ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:22) An ugly but effective tactic, Kiri is pressing D'Acosto up against the cage and slowly wearing him down. (Rd 2 - 04:22) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Kiri smothers D'Acosto up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:14) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 2 - 02:20) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 2 - 02:20) Taking a few gulps of breath, Kiri is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 02:06) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Kiri manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Kiri tries to wrestle D'Acosto backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Kiri can't do it though, and D'Acosto gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 2 - 01:43) D'Acosto is trying to push Kiri so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:43) D'Acosto manages it and controls Kiri up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:29) D'Acosto tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Kiri uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Kiri is trapped against the cage and D'Acosto hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 2 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:56) D'Acosto tries dirty boxing, but Kiri out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position. (Rd 2 - 00:40) D'Acosto wrestles back against Kiri, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Kiri is looking really tired. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Kiri uses his wrestling skills to prevent D'Acosto from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 00:04) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The fans are booing loudly after a dire round that featured little in the way of action. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Kiri. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Kiri is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:50) They come together in a clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:50) Kiri aggressively gets to a dominant position. (Rd 3 - 04:41) Kiri is looking to muscle D'Acosto back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:41) D'Acosto ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:28) Kiri looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but D'Acosto proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position. (Rd 3 - 04:09) D'Acosto smothers Kiri against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 3 - 03:51) D'Acosto tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Kiri uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 3 - 03:31) D'Acosto tries to dirty box Kiri, but finds himself out-wrestled and turned around so that he is the one against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:12) It isn't pretty, but the fatigued Kiri has D'Acosto stuck up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:12) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for thirty seconds or more. (Rd 3 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:28) D'Acosto wrestles back against Kiri, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:01) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Christian Maugham brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:46) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:46) Kiri manages to get control of the clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:36) Kiri is looking to muscle D'Acosto back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:36) D'Acosto doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 3 - 01:15) D'Acosto is trying to push Kiri so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:15) D'Acosto achieves it, pinning Kiri to the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:04) Kiri is trapped against the cage and D'Acosto hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 3 - 00:47) From the looks of things, I don't think Kiri has much energy left. (Rd 3 - 00:47) D'Acosto hits Kiri, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 3 - 00:31) D'Acosto tries to dirty box Kiri, but finds himself out-wrestled and turned around so that he is the one against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:06) Using tight body-to-body control, the exhausted-looking Kiri is slowly wearing D'Acosto down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him. (Rd 3 - 00:06) The rest of the round passes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Kiri, 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) D'Acosto is running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:55) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position. (Rd 4 - 04:55) D'Acosto manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:46) D'Acosto hits Kiri with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 4 - 04:28) D'Acosto tries to wrestle Kiri backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:28) D'Acosto manages it and controls Kiri up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:13) D'Acosto hits Kiri, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 4 - 04:00) D'Acosto smothers Kiri against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 4 - 03:46) Kiri gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 03:32) Kiri takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 4 - 03:17) D'Acosto uses dirty boxing to punish Kiri while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:03) Kiri is trapped against the cage and D'Acosto hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 4 - 02:52) D'Acosto tries to hit Kiri with a knee to the thigh area, but Kiri takes the opportunity to switch it around so that he is in control and D'Acosto is the one backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:24) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 02:24) Taking a few gulps of breath, D'Acosto is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 4 - 02:17) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position. (Rd 4 - 02:17) D'Acosto works his way to a dominant position. (Rd 4 - 02:10) D'Acosto looks to get some strikes in, but Kiri seizes the chance and wrestles his way into control of the grapple. (Rd 4 - 01:52) Kiri is trying to push D'Acosto so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:52) Kiri does it, D'Acosto is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:39) Kiri looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 01:39) Kiri smothers D'Acosto up against the cage, although he looks absolutely exhausted at this point. (Rd 4 - 01:39) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 4 - 00:42) D'Acosto wrestles back against Kiri, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:20) D'Acosto smothers Kiri against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 4 - 00:09) Kiri is trapped against the cage and D'Acosto hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of D'Acosto. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, D'Acosto is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:50) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling. (Rd 5 - 04:50) D'Acosto is the aggressor in the clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:43) D'Acosto tries for a knee but Kiri defends himself well. (Rd 5 - 04:32) D'Acosto uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Kiri as they grapple. (Rd 5 - 04:19) D'Acosto is looking to muscle Kiri back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:19) D'Acosto does it, Kiri is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:00) D'Acosto catches Kiri with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 5 - 03:51) D'Acosto smothers Kiri against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 5 - 03:40) D'Acosto tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Kiri uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 5 - 03:23) D'Acosto is looking really tired. (Rd 5 - 03:23) D'Acosto goes for a knee to the thigh but Kiri is ready and uses his wrestling to turn it around so that D'Acosto is the one against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:00) Fighting through his exhaustion, Kiri pins D'Acosto up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:00) The next thirty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. Both fighters look gassed. (Rd 5 - 02:16) Using tight body-to-body control, the exhausted-looking Kiri is slowly wearing D'Acosto down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him. (Rd 5 - 02:16) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so, but they're both looking tired and the strikes are weak. (Rd 5 - 01:11) With no progress being made, referee Christian Maugham separates them. (Rd 5 - 01:06) The two fighters clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:06) D'Acosto manages to get control of the clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 5 - 00:56) Kiri smothers D'Acosto when he tries to use some dirty boxing, and gains the upper hand in the grapple as a result. (Rd 5 - 00:37) Kiri is trying to muscle D'Acosto up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:37) Kiri can't manage it, D'Acosto fought it. (Rd 5 - 00:20) D'Acosto is trying to muscle Kiri up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:20) He does so and now has Kiri pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:02) D'Acosto smothers Kiri against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over. (Rd 5 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Kiri 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Millhouse Twain scores the contest as 48-47 to Kiri. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Marianne Froth gives a score of 48-47 in favour of D'Acosto. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Ian Rivers scores the contest as 48-47 to D'Acosto. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by split decision, is Drew 'Leviathan' D'Acosto! Official Result: Drew 'Leviathan' D'Acosto defeats Jouko Kiri (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Very Poor. Post-Fight: Drew D'Acosto thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. There's no doubt that Drew D'Acosto benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Dwight Witherspoon (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Norfolk County, Ontario, Favorite: -1180) vs. Sydney "The Bad Man" Badenhorst (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Bloemfontein, South Africa, Underdog: +940) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:53) Badenhorst throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Witherspoon seizes the chance and grabs Badenhorst into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Witherspoon uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Badenhorst. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Witherspoon is looking to muscle Badenhorst back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:25) He does so and now has Badenhorst pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Witherspoon pins Badenhorst up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Witherspoon hits a knee strike to the stomach. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Badenhorst takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Witherspoon smothers Badenhorst against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Witherspoon uses dirty boxing to punish Badenhorst while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Badenhorst is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Referee Harry A. Bierce thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Badenhorst comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Witherspoon hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Badenhorst throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 02:05) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 01:49) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Moving forward constantly, Badenhorst is pressuring Witherspoon. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Witherspoon manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Badenhorst throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:57) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Witherspoon misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 1 - 00:30) Badenhorst comes forward, walking down Witherspoon. (Rd 1 - 00:30) Badenhorst steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 00:30) Badenhorst can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Witherspoon with a body kick. (Rd 1 - 00:14) Badenhorst misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a head kick attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Witherspoon comes in and grabs Badenhorst in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Witherspoon, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Witherspoon, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:48) Badenhorst steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Witherspoon hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Badenhorst throws a one-two, but Witherspoon was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Badenhorst comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Witherspoon hit two counter left hands. (Rd 2 - 04:26) A one-two from Badenhorst fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Badenhorst attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Witherspoon hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Badenhorst hits a left hand but Witherspoon evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Taking a few gulps of breath, Badenhorst is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Badenhorst comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Witherspoon tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Badenhorst throws a two-punch combo but Witherspoon avoids both. (Rd 2 - 03:35) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:35) Witherspoon hits a glancing blow with a high kick. (Rd 2 - 03:35) Badenhorst scores with a jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:03) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 02:34) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Badenhorst attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Witherspoon hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Badenhorst connects with a jab but Witherspoon evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 01:48) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Badenhorst doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Witherspoon misses with a spinning back kick. (Rd 2 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Witherspoon had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Badenhorst connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 00:28) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:28) Badenhorst hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 00:28) Witherspoon finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 00:10) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 00:10) Badenhorst hits a left jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick. (Rd 2 - 00:10) Witherspoon lands a left jab and also gets a glancing blow with a high kick. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Witherspoon. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Witherspoon. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:48) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:48) Badenhorst hits a left jab but misses with a right hook to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 04:48) Witherspoon hits a jab and also lands a left kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:27) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:27) Badenhorst is well off-target with a high kick and that leaves him wide open. Witherspoon attacks with a left hook. (Rd 3 - 04:15) That was the perfect example of how Witherspoon can use his reach advantage. (Rd 3 - 04:15) He has the option to keep Badenhorst back by picking him off at range. (Rd 3 - 04:15) For the first time, Witherspoon is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 04:15) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Badenhorst is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 3 - 04:06) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 3 - 03:39) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 03:14) Badenhorst throws a two-punch combo but Witherspoon avoids both. (Rd 3 - 02:50) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Badenhorst lands a left jab but doesn't reach with a hook to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Witherspoon hits a couple of jabs and also connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:37) Breathing very hard, Badenhorst is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 02:37) Witherspoon pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Badenhorst misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Witherspoon attacks with a left jab and a glancing blow with a high kick. (Rd 3 - 02:05) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 02:05) Witherspoon has a leg kick easily checked. (Rd 3 - 02:05) Badenhorst misses with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:44) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:44) Badenhorst misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:19) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:19) Witherspoon doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook. Badenhorst is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 3 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:55) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 00:55) Badenhorst misses with a left jab but lands a left kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:55) Witherspoon hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 00:44) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Witherspoon is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 3 - 00:39) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 00:39) Badenhorst finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 3 - 00:39) Witherspoon lands a one-two. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Witherspoon tries to wrestle Badenhorst backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:29) He does so and now has Badenhorst pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:17) Witherspoon smothers Badenhorst against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 00:05) Badenhorst is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Witherspoon is looking really tired. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Witherspoon. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Badenhorst needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:49) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:49) Witherspoon counters a right hand with a left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Badenhorst misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Witherspoon attacks with a quick left jab and a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 4 - 04:07) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:07) Witherspoon hits Badenhorst with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Using his wrestling skills, Witherspoon is trying to push Badenhorst up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Witherspoon achieves it, pinning Badenhorst to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:37) Witherspoon uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 03:26) With Badenhorst stuck against the cage, Witherspoon tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 4 - 03:26) Badenhorst, desperate, grabs the cage to block the takedown! (Rd 4 - 03:26) Badenhorst gets a verbal warning from referee Harry A. Bierce for that piece of cheating! (Rd 4 - 03:26) Badenhorst takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 4 - 03:19) Clearly physically fatigued, Witherspoon presses Badenhorst into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 4 - 03:19) Both looking tired, they just exchange short-range punches from that position for the next sixty seconds. (Rd 4 - 02:07) Witherspoon tries to use dirty boxing against Badenhorst, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 4 - 01:50) From the looks of things, I don't think Witherspoon has much energy left. (Rd 4 - 01:50) Badenhorst takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 01:42) Badenhorst takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 4 - 01:28) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:28) From the looks of things, I don't think Badenhorst has much left to give, he has slowed markedly. (Rd 4 - 01:15) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 01:15) Badenhorst counters a body kick with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 4 - 01:02) Badenhorst looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 4 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Badenhorst finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Witherspoon finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 4 - 00:46) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:46) Badenhorst tries to wriggle free, but Witherspoon controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Witherspoon hits Badenhorst with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 4 - 00:17) Witherspoon tries to wrestle Badenhorst backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:17) Badenhorst ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:04) Badenhorst is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Witherspoon, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Badenhorst realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. (Rd 4 - 00:00) As he sits on his stool, Badenhorst is clearly feeling the effects of some good shots to the rib area. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:50) Badenhorst hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:50) Witherspoon uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 5 - 04:20) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:20) Witherspoon misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Badenhorst attacks with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Witherspoon looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 5 - 03:55) Badenhorst initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 5 - 03:55) Witherspoon hit a counter left hand. (Rd 5 - 03:55) Badenhorst can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:37) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 5 - 03:23) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:23) Witherspoon is trying to push Badenhorst so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:23) Badenhorst ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:12) Witherspoon pins Badenhorst up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 5 - 02:55) Witherspoon tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Badenhorst uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 5 - 02:36) Witherspoon tries to use some dirty boxing, but Badenhorst uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage. (Rd 5 - 02:17) Badenhorst gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 5 - 02:10) Witherspoon scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:56) Badenhorst is trapped against the cage and Witherspoon punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:37) Witherspoon smothers Badenhorst against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 01:21) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 5 - 01:10) Badenhorst comes forward, walking down Witherspoon. (Rd 5 - 01:10) Witherspoon lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 5 - 01:10) Badenhorst can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 00:47) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 5 - 00:24) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:24) Witherspoon hits Badenhorst with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 5 - 00:04) Witherspoon is looking to muscle Badenhorst back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:04) Badenhorst ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Witherspoon, but only a 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Dwight Witherspoon the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Dwight Witherspoon defeats Sydney 'The Bad Man' Badenhorst (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Dwight Witherspoon thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He physically grabs the microphone and proceeds to issue a challenge to Graham Goodbody, saying he'll destroy him. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Vinnie "Biggie V" MacEntyre (3-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Underdog: +550) vs. Sugimoto Tarumi (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -690) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Tarumi looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but MacEntyre simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:52) MacEntyre throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Moving in, Tarumi appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 1 - 04:30) MacEntyre lands a left hand and then hits Tarumi with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:04) MacEntyre hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Taking a few gulps of breath, MacEntyre is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Tarumi chooses to shoot in on MacEntyre. (Rd 1 - 03:36) MacEntyre cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Tarumi smothers MacEntyre with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Tarumi pounds away with punches but does minimal damage. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Tarumi doesn't allow MacEntyre to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Tarumi throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 02:20) MacEntyre tries to smother Tarumi by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Tarumi pounds away, but MacEntyre calmly deals with them. (Rd 1 - 01:58) MacEntyre tries to get double underhooks on Tarumi so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Tarumi fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Tarumi lies on top of MacEntyre, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Tarumi throws a few relatively weak right hands. (Rd 1 - 00:40) MacEntyre tries to pull Tarumi in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 1 - 00:31) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up. (Rd 1 - 00:17) There's a takedown attempt from Tarumi. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Tarumi gets the takedown! MacEntyre pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 00:17) That's his second successful takedown from two attempts. (Rd 1 - 00:11) The clock runs down as MacEntyre is being smothered against the ground by Tarumi. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Tarumi. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Tarumi looks very happy with that first round. He is certainly living up to position as being the heavy favourite to win this fight. (Rd 1 - 00:00) It's going to be a real uphill struggle for MacEntyre from this point onward. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:54) Tarumi wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:54) MacEntyre connects with a jab, but Tarumi avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Tarumi gets hold of MacEntyre. (Rd 2 - 04:32) From the grapple, Tarumi tries to pick MacEntyre up on his shoulder for a slam. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Tarumi has him! Slams him down! MacEntyre pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Tarumi pounds away on MacEntyre, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Tarumi pounds away but MacEntyre deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Tarumi doesn't allow MacEntyre to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Time slips away as Tarumi successfully keeps MacEntyre stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 03:06) Tarumi pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on MacEntyre. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Tarumi doesn't allow MacEntyre to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Tarumi lies on top of MacEntyre, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Time slips away as Tarumi successfully keeps MacEntyre stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 01:44) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. (Rd 2 - 01:29) MacEntyre throws a punch but Tarumi was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Tarumi seizes the chance and grabs MacEntyre into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Tarumi looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:13) He has the takedown! MacEntyre pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Tarumi pounds away on MacEntyre, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 2 - 00:48) Tarumi fires off some rights, but MacEntyre isn't troubled by them. (Rd 2 - 00:36) MacEntyre tries to get full guard on Tarumi but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Tarumi pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 2 - 00:03) Tarumi tries to pound on MacEntyre, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Tarumi. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Tarumi up 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:47) MacEntyre steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 3 - 04:47) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Tarumi, but MacEntyre was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:47) MacEntyre connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:32) Breathing very hard, MacEntyre is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 04:18) There's a takedown attempt from Tarumi. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Tarumi gets a single leg takedown! MacEntyre pulls guard off it. (Rd 3 - 04:18) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Tarumi lies on top of MacEntyre, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 03:33) The clock runs down as MacEntyre is being smothered against the ground by Tarumi. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Tarumi fires away with rights, but does little in the way of actual damage. (Rd 3 - 02:46) MacEntyre tries to pull Tarumi in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 3 - 02:40) Time slips away as Tarumi successfully keeps MacEntyre stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 02:01) Tarumi lies on top of MacEntyre, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 01:40) The clock runs down as MacEntyre is being smothered against the ground by Tarumi. (Rd 3 - 01:03) The lack of progress forces referee Harry A. Bierce to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 3 - 01:03) For the first time, Tarumi is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:52) Moving in fast, Tarumi wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:38) From the grapple, Tarumi tries to pick MacEntyre up on his shoulder for a slam. (Rd 3 - 00:38) Tarumi gets it! MacEntyre manages to pull guard upon impact. (Rd 3 - 00:26) Tarumi fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 3 - 00:15) Tarumi doesn't allow MacEntyre to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 3 - 00:07) MacEntyre is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Tarumi off of him. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen, hopefully things will pick up in the next one. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Tarumi, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for MacEntyre, he's running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:53) Moving in fast, Tarumi wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:40) Tarumi is trying to push MacEntyre so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:40) Tarumi achieves it, pinning MacEntyre to the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:21) Showing his ability to control opponents, Tarumi smothers MacEntyre against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:21) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 4 - 03:08) Tarumi ducks down and grabs a leg. MacEntyre remains standing, using the cage for support, but is under threat of a takedown now. (Rd 4 - 03:08) MacEntyre gets his leg swept out from under him and ends up under side control! (Rd 4 - 02:56) Tarumi attempts an armbar. (Rd 4 - 02:56) Tarumi gets the armbar fully applied and MacEntyre has to tap out! (Rd 4 - 02:39) Sugimoto Tarumi takes the win by submission! Official Result: Sugimoto Tarumi defeats Vinnie 'Biggie V' MacEntyre (Submission (Armbar) in 2:21 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Poor. Post-Fight: Sugimoto Tarumi name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Visibly delighted, Sugimoto Tarumi celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Randolph Gilliver (6-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Shaker Heights, Ohio, Underdog: +300) vs. Frank "The Baby Bull" Sheedy (21-12, 0-0 CTC, From: Killeen, Texas, Favorite: -380) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Sheedy uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Gilliver uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Sheedy scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:53) There's a takedown attempt from Gilliver. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Gilliver couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Sheedy hops in place on the other. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Gilliver can't get Sheedy down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Gilliver is keeping Sheedy pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:41) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Unable to get free, Sheedy is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Gilliver and Sheedy remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Gilliver scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Sheedy hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Gilliver comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:09) A great sprawl from Sheedy prevents the takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:46) Gilliver had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:46) A jab hits home from Sheedy and then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:34) Taking a few gulps of breath, Sheedy is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 1 - 00:25) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Sheedy uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Gilliver hits a left jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Sheedy can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Sheedy took that round, 10-9 on my score card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:53) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Sheedy throws a punch but Gilliver was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Gilliver seizes the chance and grabs Sheedy into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Gilliver is trying to muscle Sheedy up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Gilliver manages it and controls Sheedy up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Gilliver pins Sheedy up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Gilliver shows his grappling ability by trapping Sheedy up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:36) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 2 - 02:34) Sheedy is trapped against the cage and Gilliver punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:21) Gilliver smothers Sheedy against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 02:02) Gilliver tries dirty boxing, but Sheedy works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 2 - 01:48) For the first time, Gilliver is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 01:48) A few deep breaths betray that Sheedy is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Sheedy confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:34) It looked like we were about to see Gilliver try and get some grappling started, but Sheedy was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Sheedy fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Gilliver with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:28) Sheedy is looking really tired. (Rd 2 - 01:16) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:16) Gilliver misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Sheedy comes in with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Gilliver finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. Sheedy hits a jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 2 - 00:41) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:41) Gilliver slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a nice left hand. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Sheedy looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Gilliver is trying to muscle Sheedy up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:29) He does so and now has Sheedy pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Sheedy is trapped against the cage and Gilliver punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Gilliver, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:46) A tired Gilliver moves forward, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Gilliver gets the takedown! Sheedy pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 04:46) That's his first successful takedown from three attempts. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Gilliver begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Gilliver passes to side control with ease. (Rd 3 - 03:40) Gilliver looks to get a mount. (Rd 3 - 03:40) Gilliver almost gets mount, but Sheedy was ready and a scramble for position ensues. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Gilliver ends up in guard. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Gilliver is looking really tired. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Gilliver lies on top of Sheedy, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 02:39) Gilliver drops three elbows but does minimal damage. (Rd 3 - 02:27) Gilliver doesn't allow Sheedy to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 3 - 02:20) Gilliver tries to pound on Sheedy with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 3 - 02:07) Sheedy tries to smother Gilliver by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Gilliver smothers Sheedy with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 01:19) Gilliver attempts to pass guard. (Rd 3 - 01:19) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Sheedy starts a scramble for position. (Rd 3 - 01:07) Sheedy looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 01:07) Sheedy ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble. (Rd 3 - 00:48) Gilliver fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 3 - 00:22) Gilliver tries to pound on Sheedy, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 3 - 00:06) Gilliver blocks an attempted sweep. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Gilliver. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Gilliver up 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:47) A defensive jab hits from Gilliver. (Rd 4 - 04:47) Sheedy connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:22) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:22) Gilliver uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 4 - 04:22) Sheedy misses a jab but hits a good right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:07) Looking a bit tense, Sheedy moves around the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:55) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Gilliver hits a left hand. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Sheedy hits a left jab and also hits a wicked right uppercut! (Rd 4 - 03:41) Gilliver is knocked down! (Rd 4 - 03:41) Sheedy quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Gilliver! (Rd 4 - 03:41) Sheedy pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Gilliver. (Rd 4 - 03:26) Sheedy fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 4 - 03:14) Gilliver takes the opportunity and manages to pull half guard. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Sheedy pounds away, but Gilliver isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 4 - 02:41) Sheedy looks exhausted. (Rd 4 - 02:41) Gilliver tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Sheedy doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 02:29) Gilliver looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:29) Sheedy pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 4 - 02:14) Sheedy blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. (Rd 4 - 01:57) Sheedy starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 4 - 01:57) Gilliver fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 4 - 01:42) The scramble leaves Sheedy turtled up, facing Gilliver. (Rd 4 - 01:26) Gilliver prepares to throw a knee strike, but can't keep control of Sheedy who is able to spring back up. (Rd 4 - 01:02) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 01:02) Sheedy misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 01:02) Gilliver hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 4 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 00:46) A jab is wide from Sheedy, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 4 - 00:39) Retreating, Gilliver looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! He is covering up as best as he can, but is very unsteady on his feet! (Rd 4 - 00:39) A big right hand from Sheedy drops Gilliver! (Rd 4 - 00:33) Sheedy quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Gilliver! (Rd 4 - 00:33) Sheedy pounds away and Gilliver struggles to deal with them. (Rd 4 - 00:22) Gilliver shows great composure by keeping his nerve and sweeping Sheedy as he rains down strikes! A scramble for position results. (Rd 4 - 00:22) The scramble results in Sheedy being on his back pulling half guard. (Rd 4 - 00:04) Gilliver fires off some rights, but Sheedy isn't troubled by them. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Sheedy. (Rd 4 - 00:00) So, it looks like it all comes down to the final round - whoever wins it should win the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:50) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:50) Gilliver hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 5 - 04:50) Sheedy is off-target with a jab but hits a good right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:25) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:25) Gilliver misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Sheedy to attack with a quick left hook. (Rd 5 - 04:05) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 5 - 03:51) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:51) Gilliver tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Sheedy uses wrestling to smother the attacks. (Rd 5 - 03:34) Gilliver is trying to push Sheedy so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:34) Sheedy ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:23) The gas tank looks empty on Gilliver. (Rd 5 - 03:23) Sheedy takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 5 - 03:16) Sheedy uses his wrestling skills to prevent Gilliver from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 02:57) Gilliver smothers Sheedy against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 5 - 02:42) Sheedy is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:25) Gilliver goes to use some dirty boxing, but Sheedy is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 5 - 02:05) Sheedy is trapped against the cage and Gilliver hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 5 - 01:50) Sheedy is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:34) Gilliver drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 5 - 01:27) Gilliver pins Sheedy up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 01:11) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Harry A. Bierce separating them. (Rd 5 - 01:06) Sheedy comes in looking to strike. (Rd 5 - 01:06) Gilliver may have been setting up to shoot, but Sheedy aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 01:06) Sheedy fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 5 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 5 - 00:44) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 00:44) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot. (Rd 5 - 00:44) Sheedy doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:44) Gilliver tries a right hook but misses. (Rd 5 - 00:28) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 00:28) Sheedy tries a right hook but misses. (Rd 5 - 00:28) Gilliver is off-target with a jab and also misses with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 00:02) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Sheedy 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse has given 48-47 to Sheedy. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm has given 48-47 to Gilliver. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Millhouse Twain has scored it 48-47 Sheedy. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by split decision, is Frank 'The Baby Bull' Sheedy! Official Result: Frank 'The Baby Bull' Sheedy defeats Randolph Gilliver (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Frank Sheedy praises his team at Pittsburgh Steel, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Lucius M. Banks (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Favorite: -280) vs. Henri Laureys (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sint-Niklaas, Belgium, Underdog: +220) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Marianne Froth, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Banks is facing a major size disadvantage in this fight, he is probably giving up at least 25lbs. That may be decisive. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) An offer to touch gloves is completely ignored by Laureys. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Banks lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Two jabs hit home from Banks and then he catches Laureys with a right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Banks lands a left hand and then catches Laureys with a right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Circling warily, Laureys is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Banks lands two jabs, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Laureys comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Laureys couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Banks hops in place on the other. (Rd 1 - 03:30) With Banks not going down, Laureys settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Laureys goes to use some dirty boxing, but Banks is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Banks is trapped against the cage and Laureys hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Laureys pins Banks up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:41) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 1 - 01:26) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Banks closes in on Laureys, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:21) A jab hits home from Banks and then he catches Laureys with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:03) A defensive jab hits from Laureys. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Banks lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Banks steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Laureys had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Banks lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:31) Banks is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 1 - 00:26) Banks moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 00:26) Two jabs hit home from Banks and then he catches Laureys with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Banks comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:04) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Laureys, but Banks was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Banks fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Banks, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:49) Banks moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Laureys appeared to be going for a takedown, but Banks took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Banks lands a left jab, but Laureys steps back to avoid a right to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:30) It looked like we were about to see Laureys try and get some grappling started, but Banks was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Banks lands a left jab, but Laureys avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Laureys chooses to shoot in on Banks. (Rd 2 - 04:08) The takedown is completed, Banks is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 04:08) It took two attempts, but he finally completes a takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Banks is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Laureys off of him. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Laureys pounds away, landing several clean blows on Banks in the process. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Laureys smothers Banks with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) In guard, Laureys begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Laureys gets past, but Banks stops him at half guard. (Rd 2 - 01:24) In half guard, Laureys throws a couple of punches designed to keep Banks guessing. (Rd 2 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 01:00) In half guard, Laureys catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:43) Looking to catch his breath, Laureys is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:15) Laureys pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Laureys fires off some rights, but Banks isn't troubled by them. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Laureys, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:53) Banks lands a left hand and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Laureys, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Banks hits a left jab and then catches Laureys with a right hook to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:23) Banks is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 04:23) Taking a few gulps of breath, Laureys is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 04:11) Banks can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Banks can't connect with a jab, but then catches Laureys with a right hook to the body. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Banks is breathing very hard. (Rd 3 - 03:23) Laureys comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:23) Laureys gets the takedown! Banks pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 03:23) Laureys has now completed two takedowns. (Rd 3 - 03:17) For the moment Laureys is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:52) Laureys smothers Banks with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 02:12) Laureys fires off some rights, but Banks isn't troubled by them. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Laureys lies on top of Banks, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 01:29) Laureys keeps Banks guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 3 - 01:02) Laureys throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 3 - 00:40) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Banks can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:17) Banks fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Laureys with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:05) Banks hits a left jab and then hits Laureys with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:05) Blood is visible on Laureys, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Laureys. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Laureys up 29-28 on my scorecard. (Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Laureys. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:47) Banks steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 4 - 04:47) Banks connects with a jab, but Laureys evades a big right punch. (Rd 4 - 04:30) Banks uses a left jab, but Laureys evades a big right to the body. (Rd 4 - 04:07) A jab hits home from Banks and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 03:53) Banks looks very, very tired. (Rd 4 - 03:43) Laureys looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 4 - 03:43) Banks lands a jab and then hits Laureys with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 03:15) Laureys, backing off, hits a weak left hand. (Rd 4 - 03:15) Banks lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Laureys chooses to shoot in on Banks. (Rd 4 - 02:55) The takedown is successful, Banks pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 02:36) Laureys smothers Banks with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 4 - 02:13) Laureys throws a quick, nasty elbow strike to the head. (Rd 4 - 02:02) The clock runs down as Banks is being smothered against the ground by Laureys. (Rd 4 - 01:39) Laureys throws some minor strikes. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Laureys keeps Banks guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 00:58) Laureys smothers Banks with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 4 - 00:37) Time slips away as Laureys successfully keeps Banks stuck against the ground. (Rd 4 - 00:10) The lack of progress forces referee Harry A. Bierce to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Laureys. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Banks realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:51) Banks lands a jab and then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Banks can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:24) Laureys is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 5 - 04:11) Banks connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:55) A jab hits home from Banks and then he hits Laureys with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 03:29) Banks looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:29) Laureys may have been setting up to shoot, but Banks aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 03:29) Banks hits a left jab and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 5 - 03:07) Laureys appeared to be going for a takedown, but Banks took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 03:07) A jab hits home from Banks and then he hits Laureys with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 5 - 02:57) Banks looks totally gassed. (Rd 5 - 02:50) Banks can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 02:38) Banks lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 02:38) The gash under the eye of Laureys has been re-opened by a strike. (Rd 5 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 5 - 02:11) Banks confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 5 - 02:11) Banks fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 01:49) Banks connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 5 - 01:31) Banks moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 5 - 01:31) Laureys had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 5 - 01:31) Banks fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 5 - 01:16) Laureys hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them. (Rd 5 - 01:16) Banks hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 00:50) Laureys wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 5 - 00:50) Banks throws a one-two, but Laureys was equal to it. (Rd 5 - 00:37) Laureys moves in fast and clinches with Banks. (Rd 5 - 00:28) Banks tries to wriggle free, but Laureys controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 5 - 00:12) Laureys looks very tired out there. (Rd 5 - 00:12) Banks gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Laureys uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Banks took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 48-47 (Millhouse Twain), 49-46 (Marianne Froth) and 48-47 (Ian Rivers). (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Lucius M Banks! Official Result: Lucius M Banks defeats Henri Laureys (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Lucius M Banks thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Dwight Witherspoon would be a tough challenge but one that he'd be interested in trying. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Peter "Big Foot" Windsor (1-2, 0-0 CTC, From: British Columbia, Underdog: +300) vs. Gunnar Rasmussen (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Copenhagen, Denmark, Favorite: -380) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Windsor towers over Rasmussen as the referee gives the fighters their instructions. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Windsor comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Rasmussen slips past a right hook and counters with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Rasmussen lets Windsor step in, ready to counter. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Windsor is off-target with a jab but hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Rasmussen scores with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Windsor comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Windsor misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Rasmussen comes in with a left jab and a head kick attempt that doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Windsor steps in, watched all the way by Rasmussen. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Rasmussen dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a quick kick. (Rd 1 - 02:55) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Windsor comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Rasmussen slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right roundhouse kick to the body that doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Stepping in, Windsor looks to engage. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Rasmussen slips past a right hook and counters with a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Stepping in, Windsor looks to engage. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Windsor misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Rasmussen to attack with a jab and a leg kick that misses. (Rd 1 - 01:07) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Windsor steps in, watched all the way by Rasmussen. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Windsor misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:19) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Rasmussen, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) Stepping in, Windsor looks to engage. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Windsor misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 04:36) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Rasmussen acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head. (Rd 2 - 04:05) Rasmussen stands ready as Windsor moves in. (Rd 2 - 04:05) Rasmussen dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Windsor steps in, watched all the way by Rasmussen. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Rasmussen lands a left jab but misses with a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Windsor scores with a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Wincing, Windsor may have broken his own hand on that last punch. (Rd 2 - 03:38) If it's a break, that's really going to affect his striking ability dramatically. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Rasmussen is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Stepping in, Windsor looks to engage. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Windsor connects with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Rasmussen uses a left jab and also nails a vicious right cross! (Rd 2 - 03:08) Windsor is knocked down! (Rd 2 - 03:08) Rasmussen moves in quickly to try and finish Windsor with stomps and kicks! (Rd 2 - 03:08) Rasmussen hits several big stomps and kicks, but Windsor somehow hangs on! (Rd 2 - 02:52) Rasmussen looks to get on top of Windsor. (Rd 2 - 02:52) Rasmussen attains side control. (Rd 2 - 02:39) In side control, Rasmussen begins working to get a mount. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Windsor tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Rasmussen tries to get both hooks in, but can't quite manage it. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Windsor attempts to turn over. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Rasmussen gets turned onto his back, and cannot stop Windsor spinning into guard. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Windsor hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Rasmussen. (Rd 2 - 01:28) Windsor throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Windsor keeps very tight to Rasmussen and peppers him with short strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Rasmussen attempts to grab an arm of Windsor from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Rasmussen gets an armbar fully applied and forces the tap out! (Rd 2 - 00:10) The winner, by submission, is Gunnar Rasmussen! Official Result: Gunnar Rasmussen defeats Peter 'Big Foot' Windsor (Submission (Armbar) in 4:50 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Gunnar Rasmussen thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Gunnar Rasmussen says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Takafumi "Dump Truck" Ando (15-16, 0-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Favorite: -110) vs. Warren Scumboon (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Omaha, Nebraska, Underdog: +100) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Scumboon steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Ando throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Scumboon lands a left hand and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Scumboon can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Ando with a stunning right hook! (Rd 1 - 04:29) Ando hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 1 - 04:19) Scumboon starts pounding away on Ando, looking to finish him off! (Rd 1 - 04:19) Scumboon pounds away on Ando, landing several great shots that rock him! (Rd 1 - 04:19) Referee Leo Behan has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 03:59) Warren Scumboon takes the win by TKO! Official Result: Warren Scumboon defeats Takafumi 'Dump Truck' Ando (TKO (Strikes) in 1:01 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Warren Scumboon thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. A good talker, Warren Scumboon is always going to benefit from being interviewed regularly. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Abe "Pit Bull" Locke (6-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Springfield, Ohio, Favorite: -300) vs. Den Bickersteth (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kansas City, Kansas, Underdog: +230) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Locke steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 1 - 04:49) A jab is wide from Bickersteth, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:39) Without taking too much damage, Locke is able to clinch with Bickersteth. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Locke uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Bickersteth as they grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Bickersteth tries to wriggle free, but Locke controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Locke is looking to muscle Bickersteth back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Bickersteth ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Locke pins Bickersteth up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Locke pins Bickersteth up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Locke smothers Bickersteth against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Unable to get free, Bickersteth is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:57) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Locke smothers Bickersteth up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Locke and Bickersteth remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Referee Leo Behan thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 1 - 00:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Locke misses with a big right hand, allowing Bickersteth to counter with a left jab and a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:21) That was a good example of how Bickersteth can use his huge reach advantage to win striking battles. (Rd 1 - 00:11) There's a takedown attempt from Locke. (Rd 1 - 00:11) He drives forward, and despite the best efforts of Bickersteth to stay upright, the takedown is completed! (Rd 1 - 00:11) Bickersteth winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Locke pressing onto him. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Locke, but only a 10-9. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) Bickersteth confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Bickersteth throws a two-punch combo but Locke avoids both. (Rd 2 - 04:37) There's a takedown attempt from Locke. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Locke has the takedown! Bickersteth pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Locke has now completed two takedowns. (Rd 2 - 04:19) In half guard, Locke begins working to get side control. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Locke gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:39) Locke attempts to kimura Bickersteth from side control. (Rd 2 - 03:39) Bickersteth fights off the kimura attempt. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Locke blocks Bickersteth as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Locke attempts a kimura. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Bickersteth blocks it. (Rd 2 - 02:23) Bickersteth tries to pull guard on Locke but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Locke attempts to arm triangle Bickersteth from side control. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Bickersteth gets caught by the arm triangle, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 2 - 01:46) By submission, the winner is Abe Locke! Official Result: Abe 'Pit Bull' Locke defeats Den Bickersteth (Submission (Arm Triangle) in 3:14 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Abe Locke thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "California" Marty Sinnar (5-3, 0-0 CTC, From: San Andreas, California, Favorite: -650) vs. Benoit LeVoir (5-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Paris, France, Underdog: +510) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:47) LeVoir connects with a jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Sinnar shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:31) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves LeVoir pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Sinnar begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 1 - 04:15) He passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Sinnar attempts to armbar LeVoir from side control. (Rd 1 - 03:51) LeVoir defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 1 - 03:30) LeVoir tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Sinnar throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Sinnar tries to hook a leg and put a kneebar on LeVoir. (Rd 1 - 02:56) LeVoir blocks it. (Rd 1 - 02:26) LeVoir tries to sweep Sinnar but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Sinnar attempts to move to mount. (Rd 1 - 02:04) He is too good for LeVoir, and has mount. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Sinnar pounds away and LeVoir struggles to deal with them. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Sinnar pounds away, LeVoir is taking heavy shot after heavy shot! (Rd 1 - 01:26) Referee Christian Maugham is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 01:10) 'California' Marty Sinnar takes the win by TKO! Official Result: 'California' Marty Sinnar defeats Benoit LeVoir (TKO (Strikes) in 3:50 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Marty Sinnar thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Kiyomori Sanda (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -850) vs. Fatty Tarbuckle (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Louisville, Kentucky, Underdog: +670) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Millhouse Twain, and Marianne Froth. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters face off, Tarbuckle towering over Sanda. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:47) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Moving forward constantly, Sanda is pressuring Tarbuckle. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Tarbuckle throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:26) A jab is wide from Sanda, but then he hits a nice straight left. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Tarbuckle can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Sanda with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Tarbuckle can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Sanda comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Tarbuckle fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Sanda can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 03:10) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Tarbuckle looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Sanda looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Tarbuckle simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Tarbuckle throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 02:14) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Sanda connects with a nice jab and then hits Tarbuckle with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Tarbuckle throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Sanda gets hold of Tarbuckle. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Sanda is trying to muscle Tarbuckle up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:49) He does so and now has Tarbuckle pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Sanda attempts a trip to put Tarbuckle on the ground. (Rd 1 - 00:38) An outside leg trip sweeps Tarbuckle down to the ground! (Rd 1 - 00:38) Sanda takes the back of Tarbuckle directly off the takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Sanda unloads with big lefts and Tarbuckle is getting rocked! (Rd 1 - 00:10) Sanda tries to finish Tarbuckle off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 00:10) The rear naked choke is fully applied, but Sanda can't claim the submission because the round ends right then! (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Sanda, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Sanda. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:52) Sanda wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Tarbuckle throws a two-punch combo but Sanda avoids both. (Rd 2 - 04:36) Sanda gets hold of Tarbuckle, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 2 - 04:28) With control of the clinch, Sanda tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:28) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Sanda punches down at Tarbuckle, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 03:44) Sanda blocks Tarbuckle as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 03:32) Sanda attempts to armbar Tarbuckle from side control. (Rd 2 - 03:32) Tarbuckle defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Sanda blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Sanda attempts to armbar Tarbuckle from side control. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Sanda gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Tarbuckle has to tap! (Rd 2 - 02:19) Kiyomori Sanda takes the win by submission! Official Result: Kiyomori Sanda defeats Fatty Tarbuckle (Submission (Armbar) in 2:41 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Kiyomori Sanda praises his team at J1 Circle, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Kiyomori Sanda celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. The interview itself wasn't that great, but he is handsome enough that he doesn't need to be a particularly great talker. MAIN EVENT CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Bruno "The Beast" Doman (2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Trinidad, Underdog: +180) vs. Marmaduke "Chuffy" Chuffnell (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Lynn Lake, Manitoba, Favorite: -230) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a big size difference in this fight, Doman is probably at least 25lbs heavier. That's a major disadvantage for Chuffnell to try and overcome. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:49) Doman connects with a jab, but Chuffnell evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 04:30) A jab is wide from Doman, but then he catches Chuffnell with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Doman can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:50) It looked like we were about to see Chuffnell try and get some grappling started, but Doman was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Doman throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 03:38) For the first time, Doman is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 03:30) There's a takedown attempt from Chuffnell. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Chuffnell gets hold of a leg but Doman remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 1 - 03:30) With Doman not going down, Chuffnell settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Chuffnell looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Doman cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Chuffnell tries to ensnare Doman in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Doman fights off the kimura attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Chuffnell blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Chuffnell is trying to move from side control to mount. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Chuffnell struggles but cannot mount Doman. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Chuffnell blocks Doman as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Chuffnell tries to lock Doman into a kimura. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Doman blocks it. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Doman tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Breathing very hard, Doman is looking ragged. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Chuffnell pounds away with rights, but Doman covers up and only a couple manage to get through. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Chuffnell blocks Doman as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Chuffnell, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:48) Doman can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:41) Chuffnell is able to grab Doman. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Chuffnell hits Doman with a knee strike to the body as they grapple. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Chuffnell looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Chuffnell gets the takedown! Doman pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Chuffnell fires away with punches, but Doman deals with them fairly well. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Using an underhook to set it up, Doman looks to scramble for position. (Rd 2 - 03:48) He may regret that choice, as it gives Chuffnell the perfect opportunity to get side control. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Chuffnell throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Doman tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Chuffnell punches down at Doman, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 02:14) Chuffnell blocks Doman as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 02:03) Chuffnell fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 2 - 01:45) Doman tries to pull guard on Chuffnell but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Chuffnell fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 2 - 01:15) Doman tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Chuffnell fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 2 - 00:28) Doman tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 00:10) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Chuffnell, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Chuffnell ahead 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:50) Chuffnell comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:50) A jab hits home from Doman and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:22) There's a takedown attempt from Chuffnell. (Rd 3 - 04:22) Doman almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Chuffnell holds the other. (Rd 3 - 04:22) Chuffnell can't get Doman down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:59) Chuffnell presses Doman up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:59) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 3 - 02:51) Doman looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 02:51) With Doman stuck against the cage, Chuffnell tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 3 - 02:51) Doman, pressed up against the cage, cannot stop the takedown. (Rd 3 - 02:51) Doman ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Chuffnell, with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:21) Chuffnell tries to smother Doman against the cage wall but can't keep control long enough. (Rd 3 - 02:14) Doman hits Chuffnell with a few weak strikes to the back. (Rd 3 - 01:55) Doman fights off Chuffnell as he tries to smother him against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:49) Doman, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back. (Rd 3 - 01:20) Chuffnell tries to smother Doman against the cage, but he squirms free. (Rd 3 - 01:10) Doman, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back. (Rd 3 - 00:41) Chuffnell tries to smother Doman against the cage wall but can't keep control long enough. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Doman, trapped against the cage, pummels Chuffnell on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything. (Rd 3 - 00:03) Doman is controlled against the cage wall, unable to shift Chuffnell off of him. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen, hopefully things will pick up in the next one. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Chuffnell. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Chuffnell up 30-27. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:51) A jab is wide from Doman, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Doman moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Chuffnell appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Doman took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Doman lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 04:12) Chuffnell is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Chuffnell lands a couple of weak left hands that barely registered. (Rd 4 - 04:00) A one-two from Doman fails to land. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Doman looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 4 - 03:36) It looked like we were about to see Chuffnell try and get some grappling started, but Doman was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Doman hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 4 - 03:09) Chuffnell chooses to shoot in on Doman. (Rd 4 - 03:09) He has the takedown! Doman pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 03:09) That's his fourth successful takedown from six attempts. (Rd 4 - 02:57) Doman is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Chuffnell off of him. (Rd 4 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:23) Time slips away as Chuffnell successfully keeps Doman stuck against the ground. (Rd 4 - 01:59) Perhaps wary of submissions, Chuffnell keeps extremely tight to Doman and peppers him with short punches. (Rd 4 - 01:39) Chuffnell doesn't let Doman pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 4 - 01:29) Perhaps wary of submissions, Chuffnell keeps extremely tight to Doman and peppers him with short punches. (Rd 4 - 01:11) Chuffnell doesn't allow Doman to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 4 - 01:04) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, Chuffnell keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:46) Doman tries to smother Chuffnell by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 4 - 00:39) Time slips away as Chuffnell successfully keeps Doman stuck against the ground. (Rd 4 - 00:05) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Chuffnell. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That's Chuffnell up 40-36 on my scorecard. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:46) Doman can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Chuffnell with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:40) Doman looks totally gassed. (Rd 5 - 04:33) Doman steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 5 - 04:33) A pair of tentative jabs from Chuffnell land, but have zero effect. (Rd 5 - 04:33) Doman connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 5 - 04:20) Chuffnell is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 5 - 04:10) Doman can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:50) Doman closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:50) Doman connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Doman steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Chuffnell, backing off, hits two weak left hands. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Doman throws a two-punch combo but Chuffnell avoids both. (Rd 5 - 03:04) Doman moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 5 - 03:04) Doman fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 02:43) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Chuffnell. (Rd 5 - 02:43) Doman almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Chuffnell holds the other. (Rd 5 - 02:43) Chuffnell can't get Doman down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Breathing very hard, Chuffnell is looking ragged. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Chuffnell drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 5 - 02:18) The takedown is completed, Doman is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 02:01) Time slips away as Chuffnell successfully keeps Doman stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 01:39) Chuffnell pounds away on Doman, landing a few clean shots but not many. (Rd 5 - 01:21) Doman tries to smother Chuffnell by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 5 - 01:13) Doman is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Chuffnell off of him. (Rd 5 - 00:35) Chuffnell throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 5 - 00:16) Doman tries to pull Chuffnell in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 5 - 00:09) Chuffnell pounds away and Doman eats a few big strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round five. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Not much happened in that round, hopefully the fighters will pick up the pace a bit when we restart. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Chuffnell took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Doman needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion. Round 6 (Rd 6 - 04:54) Doman fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 6 - 04:35) A tired-looking Chuffnell shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 6 - 04:35) Doman almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Chuffnell holds the other. (Rd 6 - 04:35) Chuffnell uses the position to drive Doman up against the cage. (Rd 6 - 04:18) Chuffnell catches Doman with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 6 - 04:12) Doman takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 6 - 04:05) Doman takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 6 - 03:56) Chuffnell pins Doman up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 6 - 03:40) Chuffnell tries to use dirty boxing against Doman, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 6 - 03:22) With Doman stuck against the cage, Chuffnell tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 6 - 03:22) The takedown is successful, Doman pulls guard. (Rd 6 - 03:09) From the looks of things, I don't think Chuffnell has much energy left. (Rd 6 - 03:09) Chuffnell pounds away and Doman eats a few big strikes. (Rd 6 - 02:49) Doman suddenly manages to grab an arm of Chuffnell! (Rd 6 - 02:49) Doman cannot secure the arm properly and loses it. (Rd 6 - 02:20) Chuffnell smothers Doman with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 6 - 01:41) Chuffnell smothers Doman with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 6 - 01:20) Chuffnell smothers Doman with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 6 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 6 - 00:54) Chuffnell unloads with big rights, but Doman covers up well. (Rd 6 - 00:42) Doman tries to get double underhooks on Chuffnell so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 6 - 00:36) In guard, Chuffnell is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 6 - 00:07) Doman tries to get double underhooks on Chuffnell so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 6 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round six. (Rd 6 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Chuffnell. (Rd 6 - 00:00) Doman is running out of rounds. Round 7 (Rd 7 - 04:55) Chuffnell chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Doman down. (Rd 7 - 04:55) Doman almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Chuffnell has hold of one leg. (Rd 7 - 04:55) Chuffnell drives Doman up against the cage. (Rd 7 - 04:37) Unable to break free despite his opponent's obvious exhaustion, Doman is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 7 - 04:37) They remain there for at least a minute, barely active, with both fighters clearly absolutely gassed. (Rd 7 - 03:24) Chuffnell attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Doman on the ground. (Rd 7 - 03:24) He executes an outside leg trip, sweeping Doman to the mat where he pulls guard! (Rd 7 - 03:05) Chuffnell throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 7 - 02:40) Chuffnell doesn't allow Doman to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 7 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 7 - 02:30) Chuffnell pounds away on Doman, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 7 - 02:15) Chuffnell looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 7 - 02:15) Chuffnell pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage. (Rd 7 - 01:55) Chuffnell doesn't allow Doman to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 7 - 01:49) Chuffnell smothers Doman with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 7 - 01:13) Time slips away as Chuffnell successfully keeps Doman stuck against the ground. (Rd 7 - 00:36) Time slips away as Chuffnell successfully keeps Doman stuck against the ground. (Rd 7 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round seven. (Rd 7 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Chuffnell. (Rd 7 - 00:00) Doman needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. Round 8 (Rd 8 - 04:51) A tired Chuffnell moves forward, looking for a takedown. (Rd 8 - 04:51) Doman partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Chuffnell has a hold of the other. (Rd 8 - 04:51) Chuffnell uses the position to drive Doman up against the cage. (Rd 8 - 04:28) Doman is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 8 - 04:17) Doman is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 8 - 04:17) Doman looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 8 - 04:05) With the cage trapping Doman, Chuffnell looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 8 - 04:05) Chuffnell gets the takedown! Doman pulls guard. (Rd 8 - 03:50) Chuffnell throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 8 - 03:27) Perhaps wary of submissions, Chuffnell keeps extremely tight to Doman and peppers him with short punches. (Rd 8 - 03:12) Doman tries to pull Chuffnell in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 8 - 03:04) Perhaps wary of submissions, Chuffnell keeps extremely tight to Doman and peppers him with short punches. (Rd 8 - 02:47) Doman tries to pull Chuffnell in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 8 - 02:37) The clock runs down as Doman is being smothered against the ground by Chuffnell. (Rd 8 - 02:13) Chuffnell fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 8 - 01:48) Doman tries to get double underhooks on Chuffnell so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 8 - 01:39) The clock runs down as Doman is being smothered against the ground by Chuffnell. (Rd 8 - 01:18) The clock runs down as Doman is being smothered against the ground by Chuffnell. (Rd 8 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 8 - 00:56) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 8 - 00:51) Doman connects with a jab, but Chuffnell avoids a big right. (Rd 8 - 00:25) Doman can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 8 - 00:03) Chuffnell appeared to be going for a takedown, but Doman took the initiative first. (Rd 8 - 00:03) Doman fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 8 - 00:00) Round eight is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 8 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Chuffnell. (Rd 8 - 00:00) With one round left, Doman realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. (Rd 8 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Doman. Round 9 (Rd 9 - 04:49) Chuffnell chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Doman down. (Rd 9 - 04:49) Chuffnell couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Doman hops in place on the other. (Rd 9 - 04:49) Unable to complete the takedown, Chuffnell instead pushes Doman up against the cage. (Rd 9 - 04:24) Doman is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 9 - 04:12) Chuffnell, looking for a takedown, manages to secure a leg, leaving Doman hopping on one foot. (Rd 9 - 04:12) Chuffnell uses the leg to drag Doman down to the mat, where he gets caught in guard. (Rd 9 - 03:58) The clock runs down as Doman is being smothered against the ground by Chuffnell. (Rd 9 - 03:25) Chuffnell smothers Doman with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 9 - 02:55) Chuffnell unloads with rights, but does fairly minimal damage. (Rd 9 - 02:42) Chuffnell doesn't let Doman pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 9 - 02:35) Time slips away as Chuffnell successfully keeps Doman stuck against the ground. (Rd 9 - 02:08) Chuffnell lies on top of Doman, basically smothering him. (Rd 9 - 01:32) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Harry A. Bierce standing them both back up. (Rd 9 - 01:21) Doman throws a punch but Chuffnell avoids it. (Rd 9 - 01:14) Chuffnell quickly shoots on Doman. (Rd 9 - 01:07) The takedown is unsuccessful, Doman sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety. (Rd 9 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 9 - 00:48) Doman fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 9 - 00:48) Chuffnell looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 9 - 00:34) Chuffnell seizes the chance and grabs Doman into a clinch. (Rd 9 - 00:25) With control of the clinch, Chuffnell tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 9 - 00:25) Chuffnell gets the takedown! Doman pulls guard. (Rd 9 - 00:09) Chuffnell hits a brutal elbow on Doman, slicing across the head. (Rd 9 - 00:09) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Doman. (Rd 9 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 9 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Chuffnell. (Rd 9 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 9 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 90-81. (Rd 9 - 00:00) Marmaduke 'Chuffy' Chuffnell wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: Marmaduke 'Chuffy' Chuffnell defeats Bruno 'The Beast' Doman (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 9). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Marmaduke Chuffnell gives a name-check to everyone at Strike Force, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. Attendance: 132 Gate Reciepts: $12,408 Sponsorship: $23,607 Ad Revenue: $203,589 Merchandise: $4,026 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $90,674) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Marmaduke Chuffnell $2,720 Bruno Doman $1,440 Kiyomori Sanda $8,060 Fatty Tarbuckle $1,440 SotN: Sanda: $5,000 Marty Sinnar $17,380 Benoit LeVoir $11,560 FotN: Both: $10,000 KotN: Sinnar: $5,000 Abe Locke $2,380 Den Bickersteth $1,920 Warren Scumboon $7,040 Takafumi Ando $2,640 Perf: Scumboon: $5,000 Gunnar Rasmussen $2,210 Peter Windsor $1,200 Lucius M Banks $5,950 Henri Laureys $132 Frank Sheedy $3,910 Randolph Gilliver $1,680 Sugimoto Tarumi $2,040 Vinnie MacEntyre $1,200 Dwight Witherspoon $2,720 Sydney Badenhorst $132 Drew D'Acosto $2,550 Jouko Kiri $1,200 Matas Fialkowska $2,250 Veeti Kuqi $1,400 Melvin Yeo $2,100 Jarno Zijlstra $1,500 Jeremy-Brett Teller $1,800 Hunter Matuszak $120 Drug Testing: $14,700 Production: $21,680 Profit: $116,576 Critical Rating: 67% Commercial Rating: 32% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada -5.5% 67.0% (High Level Regional) USA -4.4% 75.7% (High Level Regional) UK -4.4% 67.8% (High Level Regional) Europe -1.8% 45.8% (Mid Level Regional) Australia -2.8% 56.3% (Mid Level Regional) Japan -2.0% 55.5% (Mid Level Regional) Asia -2.2% 52.7% (Mid Level Regional) Russia -1.0% 45.9% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico -2.2% 51.8% (Mid Level Regional) South America -4.4% 63.8% (Mid Level Regional) Central America -1.3% 55.2% (Mid Level Regional) Africa -0.7% 28.6% (Low Level Regional) News - Veeti Kuqi announced his retirement following his loss to Matas Fialkowska. He finishes his career in the sport with a professional record of 34-20, with an 0-1 record in CTC, including a first round submission loss to Matas Fialkowska at CTC 37. - The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Bruno Doman, Fatty Tarbuckle, Benoit LeVoir, Den Bickersteth, Takafumi Ando, Henri Laureys, Randolph Gilliver, Sydney Badenhorst, Jouko Kiri, Jarno Zijlstra, and Hunter Matuszak. - The services of Peter Windsor, and Vinnie MacEntyre have been retained per Canadian fighter rules. - SIGMA have decided to close their Welterweight division due to a lack of available fighters. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows None Predictions None

Saturday, Week 1, July 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournamnent First Bout: Bruno "The Beast" Doman (2-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #41, Underdog: +180) vs. Marmaduke "Chuffy" Chuffnell (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #88, Favorite: -230) Bruno Doman, known as The Beast, is a simply massive Trinidadian who competes at Super Heavyweight. A wrestler, he bullies opponents with sheer size. Desperate for talent to fill their Super Heavyweight division, GAMMA signed Doman in 2001 after only two pro fights only to see him lose on his debut, a second round submission loss to Osser Mallaby. Marmaduke Chuffnell is a Super Heavyweight fighter who apparently has a chin made out of adamantium. A wrestler who uses his bulk to squash opponents, his big weaknesses are his terrible cardio and lack of reach. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kiyomori Sanda (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Favorite: -850) vs. Fatty Tarbuckle (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #93, Underdog: +670) Kiyomori Sanda is considered one of Japan's big hopes for a native Super Heavyweight star, and is a huge athletic specimen who can strike and grappler with aplomb. ALPHA-1 picked him up in early 2001 after he had racked up a 4-0 record on the local circuit with some degree of ease. He debuted with an impressive destruction of Marty Sinnar in what is likely to be the first of many victories. Fatty Tarbuckle is a Super Heavyweight from Louisville, Kentucky. The big man has some experience of Greco-Roman Wrestling and uses that as the basis for his fighting but ultimately he's pretty one-dimensional and isn't going to trouble too many other fighters. MAIN CARD CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "California" Marty Sinnar (5-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #45, Favorite: -650) vs. Benoit LeVoir (5-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #84, Underdog: +510) Marty Sinnar is a Greco-Roman wrestler, a big Super Heavyweight who likes to dominate opponents through his grappling acumen. Turning pro in 1996, he established a 5-0 record before being signed by ALPHA-1 to their Super Heavyweight division in 1999. He lost his undefeated record on his debut though, falling to Yang Fa Kun's superior striking, and has since dropped his next two fights as well to leave him on the brink of being cut from the roster. If his fights weren't so exciting, he probably already would have been. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Kiyomori Sanda in ALPHA-1. Benoit LeVoir is a huge French kick boxer who was part of the original Super Heavyweight Clash of the Titans reality TV tournament that GAMMA held in 1999. Eliminated in the first round by eventual finalist Irwin Middleton, he stuck around to be part of the new division but was eventually cut after going 0-3 and being finished in each fight. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to John-James McInleen in GAMMA. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Abe "Pit Bull" Locke (6-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #37, Favorite: -300) vs. Den Bickersteth (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #92, Underdog: +230) Abe Locke is a bulldozing wrestler who loves to pick up and slam his opponents before using suffocating top control to wear them out. A Super Heavyweight, he was picked up by ALPHA-1 to be part of the launch of their new division in 1999. After a poor start in which he went 0-3, he was on the verge of being cut from the roster but managed to rally and save his job for the time being with a Unanimous Decision win over Zsolt Hargitay towards the end of 2001. Den Bickersteth is a Super Heavyweight, who has such vicious power in his hands that he is always one punch away from putting an opponent down and out. Although pretty one-dimensional at the moment, he is working hard on improving his grappling game to add more elements to his MMA arsenal. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Takafumi "Dump Truck" Ando (15-16, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Favorite: -110) vs. Warren Scumboon (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #68, Underdog: +100) Takafumi Ando is a massive fighter, a 280 pounder from Japan whose sole attacking advantage is his size. He had an eight fight run with ALPHA-1 as something of a freak show fighter, cutting weight to make it into their Heavyweight division, but eventually left after his win-loss record got too embarassing. Warren Scumboon is a big, bulky Super Heavyweight, who comes from a boxing background and so is adept at engaging in a little fisticuffs from time to time. He boasts surprisingly good cardio for such a big dude. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Peter "Big Foot" Windsor (1-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Underdog: +300) vs. Gunnar Rasmussen (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #85, Favorite: -380) Peter Windsor is 7 feet tall, a former Taekwondo and kick boxing competitor who had no prior MMA experience before joining GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV tournament, cast almost entirely on his unique look and background. He made it through to the quarter-finals before losing to John-James McInleen. He has remained with GAMMA, although he has found it tough going against more experienced MMA fighters. He on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round TKO loss to Yan Hasluck in GAMMA. Gunnar Rasmussen is a Dane who is half-Mongolian on his mothers side. A huge towering figure, the big man has been doing Karate since he was twelve years old and is noted for his excellent movement and counter strikes. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Lucius M. Banks (2-0, 2-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #52, Favorite: -280) vs. Henri Laureys (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #77, Underdog: +220) Lucius M. Banks was a former mid-level pro boxer who, while never a world champion, was fairly well known to fans of that sport during his heyday in the late 1980's and early 1990's. He left boxing in 1993, sickened by the corruption, and unwisely turned to the bottle. In November 2000, having been sober for two years, he announced that he had decided to give MMA a go, hoping it was a cleaner sport than boxing. Henri Laureys is a Belgian competitor, who is well versed in grappling but has major holes in his MMA game when it comes to striking and submissions. A spell in one of the top European camps would do him no end of good. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Randolph Gilliver (6-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #34, Underdog: +300) vs. Frank "The Baby Bull" Sheedy (21-12, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #95, Favorite: -380) Randolph Gilliver is a Super Heavyweight who specializes in Greco-Roman wrestling, and is best known for being part of the first season of Clash of the Titans, GAMMA's reality TV tournament. He was eliminated in the qualifiers by Terry Shakespeare. He has remained with GAMMA, helping bolster their fledgling Super Heavyweight division. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Hanley Polter in GAMMA. Frank Sheedy is an old school fighter (he was on the card of the first ever GAMMA event), who uses his size advantage to overwhelm opponents, especially if he can get them to the ground where he can control them simply by lying on top of them. In recent years he has begun to struggle badly against the newer generation of fighters, and that led to him getting cut from GAMMA in April 2001. Since then, Sheedy has moved up to fight as a Super Heavyweight. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Tank Manu'a in GAMMA. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Vinnie "Biggie V" MacEntyre (3-3, 00 CTC, Tournament Seed: #50, Underdog: +550) vs. Sugimoto Tarumi (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #79, Favorite: -690) Vinnie MacEntyre has been a professional since 1996, and is an enormous Canadian fighter who packs a wallop with his big right hand. Veering close to freak show territory, he nonetheless got hired by ALPHA-1 to be part of their new Super Heavyweight division in 1999. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Charlie Howerd in ALPHA-1. Sugimoto Tarumi is one of Japan's big hopes for the future in the Super Heavyweight division, and is a huge wrestler from Tokyo. A grinder, he likes to wear down opponents with his grappling skills, using his size and strength to break them. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Dwight Witherspoon (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #56, Favorite: -1180) vs. Sydney "The Bad Man" Badenhorst (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #73, Underdog: +940) Dwight Witherspoon is a lanky Canadian, who comes from a kick boxing background but has taken enough BJJ classes that he has solid grappling and ground fundamentals too: including a nasty triangle that makes great use of his incredibly long legs. Sydney Badenhorst is an imposing sight at 6'7", a bruising Super Heavyweight striker from South Africa. A kick boxer who loves to work the body and has been blessed with an iron chin, he isn't afraid of standing with anyone in the world. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Drew "Leviathan" D'Acosto (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #31, Favorite: -370) vs. Jouko Kiri (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #98, Underdog: +290) Drew D'Acosto is a Super Heavyweight powerhouse who loves to work opponents over in the clinch with his grappling skills. Unlike most men who tip the scale at nearly 300 lbs, D'Acosto has great cardio and has no trouble taking fights into the later rounds. After starting his career strongly with three straight wins, GAMMA signed him to beef up their Super Heavyweight division. He made a strong debut, beating up Terry Shakespeare for three rounds. Jouko Kiri is one of the biggest professional MMA fighters in the world, who tips the scales at well over 300 lbs. A grappler, his size alone makes him tough to deal with, and to add to his opponents woes he's also almost absurdly strong. Indeed, he has represented his home country in strongman events for many years and has twice been crowned Finland's Strongest Man. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Matas "The Beard" Fialkowska (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Favorite: -790) vs. Veeti "The Gut Buster" Kuqi (34-19, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Underdog: +630) Matas Fialkowski is a hulking, tall Polish fighter who started competeing in the Super Heavyweight class in 2000, although in truth he could easily have made a very big Heavyweight instead. A born fighter, he loves going into the cage and engaging in a war. Veeti Kuqi is a huge hulk of a man from Finland, who has big canned hams for fists and if he can connect them to someone's face then he can do a lot of damage. As his career has gone on he's gotten more and more out of shape he has become slower and slower and his fists have connected less and less. A former Heavyweight, since 1998 he has been competeing at Super Heavyweight. CTC Super Heavyweight Championshup Tournament First Round Bout: Jarno Zijlstra (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #53, Underdog: +150) vs. Melvin Yeo (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #76, Favorite: -200) Jarno Zijlstra is a Dutch Taekwondo fighter, who has been competeing in MMA since the tail end of 2000. A decent striker who favors technique over raw power, his weakness is that he's pretty one-dimensional and cannot compete once taken into the clinch or onto the ground. Melvin Yeo is a heavy-handed wrestler from Malaysia, and a dangerous addition to the Super Heavyweight division. Like many of his peers, his cardio and movement are awful, but he only really has to land one shot to cause major problems. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Warlord" Hunter Matuszak (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Underdog: +140) vs. Jeremy-Brett Teller (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Favorite: -180) Hunter Matuszak is one of the scariest looking fighters in MMA, a gigantic human being who is beyond jacked up. Nominally a striker, his big weakness is that he's carrying so much muscle mass that he's slow and prone to gassing early. Jeremy-Brett Teller is a big man from Hawaii, a Super Heavyweight who comes from a boxing background. Boasting very quick hands for such a big man, as well as surprisingly nimble feet, Teller can be a real handful on his day. That said, he's not the most motivated fighter in the world and has a tendency to underperform. Weigh-In Results Bruno Doman (313 lbs) vs. Marmaduke Chuffnell (286 lbs) Kiyomori Sanda (273 lbs) vs. Fatty Tarbuckle (281 lbs) Marty Sinnar (283 lbs) vs. Benoit LeVoir (287 lbs) Abe Locke (282 lbs) vs. Den Bickersteth (281 lbs) Takafumi Ando (280 lbs) vs. Warren Scumboon (288 lbs) Peter Windsor (295 lbs) vs. Gunnar Rasmussen (275 lbs) Lucius M. Banks (268 lbs) vs. Henri Laureys (296 lbs) Randolph Gilliver (284 lbs) vs. Frank Sheedy (268 lbs) Vinnie MacEntyre (295 lbs) vs. Sugimoto Tarumi (298 lbs) Dwight Witherspoon (271 lbs) vs. Sydney Badenhorst (285 lbs) Drew D'Acosto (296 lbs) vs. Jouko Kiri (310 lbs) Matas Fialkowska (270 lbs) vs. Veeti Kuqi (272 lbs) Jarno Zijlstra (274 lbs) vs. Melvin Yeo (370 lbs) Hunter Matuszak (299 lbs) vs. Jeremy-Brett Teller (275 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 37 Full Fight Card SHW: Bruno Doman vs. Marmaduke Chuffnell SHW: Kiyomori Sanda vs. Fatty Tarbuckle SHW: Marty Sinnar vs. Benoit LeVoir SHW: Abe Locke vs. Den Bickersteth SHW: Takafumi Ando vs. Warren Scumboon SHW: Peter Windsor vs. Gunnar Rasmussen SHW: Lucius M. Banks vs. Henri Laureys SHW: Randolph Gilliver vs. Frank Sheedy SHW: Vinnie MacEntyre vs. Sugimoto Tarumi SHW: Dwight Witherspoon vs. Sydney Badenhorst SHW: Drew D'Acosto vs. Jouko Kiri SHW: Matas Fialkowska vs. Veeti Kuqi SHW: Jarno Zijlstra vs. Melvin Yeo SHW: Hunter Matuszak vs. Jeremy-Brett Teller

Friday, July 1, 2002 Live From Drummondville, Quebec PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Iggy Coan (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Fresno, California, Underdog: +190) vs. "Japanese Hulk" Sorai Yoshizaki (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -250) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Yoshizaki ignores the offer of a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Coan can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Coan lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Yoshizaki appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Coan took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Coan fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Yoshizaki with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Coan hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Coan steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Coan lands a left hand and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Yoshizaki. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Glaring at Yoshizaki, Coan motions for him to come on and attack. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Coan lands a left hand and then catches Yoshizaki with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Coan steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Coan lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Yoshizaki is hurt, that blow seems to have broken his nose judging by the blood. (Rd 1 - 03:07) That's going to cause Yoshizaki some major problems with his breathing. (Rd 1 - 02:57) For the first time, Coan is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Coan can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:34) Coan moves in on Yoshizaki, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 02:34) Coan throws a punch but Yoshizaki was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Two jabs hit home from Coan and then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Yoshizaki chooses to shoot in on Coan. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Yoshizaki gets hold of a leg but Coan remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 1 - 01:55) With Coan not going down, Yoshizaki settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Yoshizaki smothers Coan up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:38) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 00:30) Yoshizaki presses Coan into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 1 - 00:30) They remain there for the rest of the round, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Coan took that round, 10-9 on my score card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:53) Coan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:36) A jab hits home from Coan and then he hits Yoshizaki with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Coan is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 2 - 04:17) A jab hits home from Coan and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Coan is looking really tired. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Yoshizaki lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:48) A jab hits home from Coan and then he lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Limping quite noticeably, Yoshizaki is definitely feeling the damage to his legs. (Rd 2 - 03:26) A jab is wide from Coan, but then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Yoshizaki looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 2 - 03:05) A jab hits home from Coan and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Yoshizaki is limping noticeably. (Rd 2 - 02:51) Coan connects with a nice jab and then hits Yoshizaki with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:51) It looks like Yoshizaki has been cut under the eye. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Coan hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Coan looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Coan lands a left hand and then hits Yoshizaki with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Coan moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Yoshizaki, backing off, hits two weak left hands. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Coan hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Coan moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Coan lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Coan confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Coan connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Coan connects with a nice jab and then catches Yoshizaki with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:36) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Yoshizaki. (Rd 2 - 00:36) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender. (Rd 2 - 00:36) The fight recommences! (Rd 2 - 00:36) Yoshizaki has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 2 - 00:28) Coan confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:28) Coan lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:28) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Yoshizaki. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Coan connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 00:03) Coan looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 2 - 00:03) That last shot may have done some damage, Yoshizaki is backing off and trying to cover up! He looks dazed and unsteady! (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Coan. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Coan is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Yoshizaki in between rounds. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 05:00) Limping quite noticeably, Yoshizaki is definitely feeling the damage to his legs. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Yoshizaki had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Coan lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:19) Yoshizaki comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:19) Coan sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range. (Rd 3 - 03:49) Coan can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:27) Yoshizaki shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:27) Coan cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Yoshizaki lies on top of Coan, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 02:47) Yoshizaki clings very tight to Coan while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt. (Rd 3 - 02:29) Coan tries to pull Yoshizaki in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 3 - 02:12) Yoshizaki smothers Coan with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 01:38) In guard, Yoshizaki begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 3 - 01:38) Coan finds his opponent too skilled, and Yoshizaki passes guard into side control. (Rd 3 - 01:07) Yoshizaki throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:45) Coan tries to move to guard, but Yoshizaki doesn't allow it. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Yoshizaki throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 3 - 00:14) Yoshizaki blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 00:02) Yoshizaki pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Coan. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Yoshizaki. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Coan. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:45) Coan confidently comes in closer. (Rd 4 - 04:45) A jab hits home from Coan and then he hits Yoshizaki with a body kick. (Rd 4 - 04:29) A few deep breaths betray that Yoshizaki is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Coan connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:50) Yoshizaki looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 4 - 03:50) Coan lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:27) Coan connects with a nice jab and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 4 - 03:14) Yoshizaki is limping noticeably. (Rd 4 - 03:05) Coan hits a left jab and then hits Yoshizaki with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 4 - 02:46) Coan hits a left jab and then hits Yoshizaki with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 4 - 02:21) Coan throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 4 - 02:05) Yoshizaki takes the chance and grabs Coan into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:58) Yoshizaki tries to wrestle Coan backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:58) He does so and now has Coan pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:43) Yoshizaki is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 01:43) In need of a breather, the fatigued Yoshizaki smothers Coan against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:43) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. Both fighters look gassed. (Rd 4 - 00:31) Using tight body-to-body control, the fatigued-looking Yoshizaki is slowly wearing Coan down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him. (Rd 4 - 00:31) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, until the round ends. They both look very tired as they head back toward their respective corners. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Coan took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Yoshizaki winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Yoshizaki looks a mess, his left eye is swollen completely shut as a result of the broken nose. His corner go to work on it. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:49) A jab hits home from Coan and then he hits a body kick. (Rd 5 - 04:36) Yoshizaki has an obvious limp as he circles. (Rd 5 - 04:31) Yoshizaki clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 5 - 04:31) Coan fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Yoshizaki with a leg kick. (Rd 5 - 04:24) Yoshizaki takes the chance and grabs Coan into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:15) Yoshizaki uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Coan to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 03:59) Using his wrestling skills, Yoshizaki is trying to push Coan up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:59) He does so and now has Coan pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:43) Yoshizaki looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 03:43) Using tight body-to-body control, the exhausted-looking Yoshizaki is slowly wearing Coan down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him. (Rd 5 - 03:43) A full minute passes with literally nothing happening, the two shattered fighters simply leaning against the cage and trying to get their wind back. (Rd 5 - 02:41) In need of a breather, the exhausted Yoshizaki smothers Coan against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:41) With both completely exhausted, the next minute sees them doing virtually nothing but leaning against the cage and trying to recover. (Rd 5 - 01:33) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:18) A punch from Coan fails to land. (Rd 5 - 01:12) Yoshizaki comes in and grabs Coan in a clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:05) Yoshizaki looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 01:05) He executes an outside leg trip, sweeping Coan to the mat where he pulls guard! (Rd 5 - 00:47) The gas tank looks empty on Yoshizaki. (Rd 5 - 00:47) Yoshizaki doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Yoshizaki doesn't let Coan pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 5 - 00:24) Yoshizaki attempts a slicing elbow strike to the head, but isn't able to connect. (Rd 5 - 00:14) Coan tries to get double underhooks on Yoshizaki so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 5 - 00:05) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Yoshizaki keeps very tight to Coan, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Yoshizaki took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 48-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Iggy Coan! Official Result: Iggy Coan defeats 'Japanese Hulk' Sorai Yoshizaki (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Iggy Coan thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Iggy Coan says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CTC CRUISERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Ariano Craveiro (14-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Favorite: -300) vs. Simon "Beatdown" Youngman (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Melbourne, Australia, Underdog: +230) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:51) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Youngman misses a jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Craveiro finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:36) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Youngman doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Craveiro has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Youngman dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Craveiro misses with a big right hand, allowing Youngman to counter with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 1 - 03:34) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Craveiro misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Youngman to attack with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 02:45) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Youngman uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Craveiro lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:58) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:58) Youngman is off target with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:58) Craveiro is off target with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Craveiro misses with a big right hand, allowing Youngman to counter with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:28) That last blow may have really hurt Craveiro, he staggers backward against the cage and tries to cover up as best he can! (Rd 1 - 01:28) Youngman tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but Craveiro avoids it. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Circling back to the center, Craveiro looks like he has regained his composure. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Craveiro is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Youngman has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Craveiro has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:56) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Craveiro misses with a big right hand, allowing Youngman to counter with a left jab and a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Youngman is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 1 - 00:40) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 00:18) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Craveiro misses with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Youngman misses with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:18) A stand-up striking battle is doing Craveiro no favours, Youngman is comfortably winning the exchanges so far in this fight. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a yawner of a round, and I think both fighters are now a bit frustrated. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Youngman took that round, 10-9 on my score card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:50) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Craveiro misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 2 - 04:30) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Craveiro scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Youngman nails a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:15) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Craveiro is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 2 - 04:06) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 2 - 03:38) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 2 - 03:20) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Craveiro hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Youngman scores with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Craveiro doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 02:54) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Youngman is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Craveiro doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:37) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:37) Craveiro hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:37) Youngman lands a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:26) That last shot clearly hurt Craveiro, although he tries to disguise it by flashing a wide smile in response. (Rd 2 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:26) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Youngman is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Craveiro misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Youngman to attack with a quick left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 2 - 02:03) Backing off, Craveiro looks very wobbly, I think he may be hurt! (Rd 2 - 02:03) Youngman moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! Craveiro goes down! (Rd 2 - 01:49) Youngman looks very tired out there. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Youngman knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Craveiro, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 2 - 01:49) Youngman pounds away on Craveiro, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Youngman attempts to move to mount. (Rd 2 - 01:31) He goes for the mount but Craveiro starts a scramble for position. (Rd 2 - 01:17) Craveiro scrambles to his feet, but Youngman grabs him from behind. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Youngman, holding Craveiro from behind, looks to try and drag him down to the floor. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Craveiro tries hard to block it, but Youngman drags him to the ground. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Craveiro winds up on his back with Youngman in side control. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Youngman tries to ensnare Craveiro in an arm triangle. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Craveiro defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Youngman blocks Craveiro as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Youngman. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Youngman. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:46) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Craveiro scores with a left hook. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Youngman nails a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:29) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 3 - 04:09) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 3 - 04:09) Clinched with Craveiro, Youngman looks to try and take him down. (Rd 3 - 04:09) Youngman doesn't get it, Craveiro blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 3 - 03:58) Clinched with Craveiro, Youngman looks to try and take him down. (Rd 3 - 03:58) Youngman doesn't get it, Craveiro blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 3 - 03:44) Youngman seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Youngman looks very, very tired. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Youngman glares at his opponent. (Rd 3 - 03:15) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Youngman counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 3 - 02:59) Craveiro looks very, very tired. (Rd 3 - 02:47) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:47) Youngman misses with a big right hand, allowing Craveiro to counter with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 3 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:28) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:28) Craveiro misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Youngman attacks with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 3 - 02:02) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Youngman slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a massive right hook to the jaw! (Rd 3 - 01:47) Craveiro collapses, that shot knocked him out! (Rd 3 - 01:47) By knock out, the winner is Simon Youngman! Official Result: Simon 'Beatdown' Youngman defeats Ariano Craveiro (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:13 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Simon Youngman thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his pro debut victory and says that he is looking forward to getting another fight soon. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Bahman Baboumian (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Abadan, Iran, Underdog: +100) vs. Zydrunus Sigauskas (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Birzai, Lithuania, Favorite: -110) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Sigauskas is much the larger fighter, at an estimate he must have 25lbs at least on Baboumian. That could prove significant as the fight unfolds. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Sigauskas had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Baboumian connects with a nice jab and then lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:30) It looked like we were about to see Sigauskas try and get some grappling started, but Baboumian was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Baboumian throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Sigauskas chooses to shoot in on Baboumian. (Rd 1 - 04:07) He has the takedown! Baboumian pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Showing great awareness, Baboumian got a guillotine off the takedown and now threatens to choke out Sigauskas! (Rd 1 - 03:48) The guillotine is fully sunk in, Sigauskas has no option but to tap out! (Rd 1 - 03:17) The winner, by submission; Bahman Baboumian! Official Result: Bahman Baboumian defeats Zydrunas Sigauskas (Submission (Guillotine) in 1:43 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Bahman Baboumian thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Bahman Baboumian says that he is delighted to win on his MMA debut and that he feels great going forward. Bahman Baboumian is the whole package, a charismatic talker with looks to match, he has real superstar quality in this sort of setting. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Chi "F-U Manchu" Ji Guang (3-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Pearl River, China, Favorite: -160) vs. Tommy Cowan (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Falkirk, Scotland, Underdog: +120) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters face off, Guang towering over Cowan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Guang comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Guang looks to pressure Cowan, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Guang can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Guang closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Guang lands a jab and then catches Cowan with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Cowan looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Cowan wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 1 - 04:01) A jab hits home from Guang and then he hits a vicious high right kick to the side of the head! (Rd 1 - 04:01) Cowan wobbles, then falls! (Rd 1 - 03:46) Guang moves in quickly to try and finish Cowan with stomps and kicks! (Rd 1 - 03:46) Guang viciously stomps and kicks away at the stunned Cowan but somehow can't put him away! (Rd 1 - 03:23) Cowan makes Guang step back by throwing a vicious up-kick. (Rd 1 - 03:12) In comes Guang looking to get some form of ground control. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Guang comes around the raised legs and gets side control. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Guang attempts to armbar Cowan from side control. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Cowan blocks it. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:30) Guang attempts an arm triangle. (Rd 1 - 02:30) Cowan stops Guang from applying it. (Rd 1 - 01:50) Guang attempts a kimura. (Rd 1 - 01:50) A kimura is fully applied, Cowan is in huge trouble! (Rd 1 - 01:50) No! He pops free. That was really close. (Rd 1 - 01:50) Guang retains side control though, so the danger has far from passed. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Guang tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Cowan doesn't let Guang get the mount, and so he remains at side control. (Rd 1 - 00:14) Guang pounds away, landing several clean blows on Cowan in the process. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Guang. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Cowan in between rounds. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) Guang fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Cowan with a high right head kick. (Rd 2 - 04:45) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Cowan. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Guang steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Guang avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Guang can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Guang connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Moving forward constantly, Guang is pressuring Cowan. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Cowan hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Guang doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:06) Guang uses a left jab, but misses with a right body kick. (Rd 2 - 02:49) For the first time, Guang is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Guang comes forward to attack. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Cowan manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 02:39) A jab hits home from Guang and then he hits a vicious high right kick to the side of the head! (Rd 2 - 02:39) Cowan wobbles, then falls! (Rd 2 - 02:20) Guang quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Cowan! (Rd 2 - 02:20) Guang pounds away on Cowan, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 2 - 02:20) With Cowan taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight! (Rd 2 - 02:05) The winner, by TKO; Chi Ji Guang! Official Result: Chi 'F-U Manchu' Ji Guang defeats Tommy Cowan (TKO (Strikes) in 2:55 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Chi Ji Guang praises his team at Wudang Academy, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Hungry Hungarian" Zsolt Hargitay (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Budapest, Hungary, Favorite: -560) vs. Koryusai Tamura (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +440) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The size difference is clear for all to see; Tamura looks a good 35lbs heavier than his opponent. That's a big advantage. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:46) Hargitay hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Tamura uses a left jab while backing away. (Rd 1 - 04:24) A jab is wide from Hargitay, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Hargitay lands a left hand and then hits Tamura with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Tamura wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Hargitay connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Hargitay can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Tamura looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Hargitay hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Tamura looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Hargitay uses a left jab, but Tamura evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 02:34) Hargitay is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Hargitay can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Tamura with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Hargitay moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Tamura appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Hargitay took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Hargitay lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Tamura appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Hargitay took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 01:44) A jab hits home from Hargitay and then he lands a vicious right cross! (Rd 1 - 01:44) Tamura wobbles, then falls! (Rd 1 - 01:30) Hargitay starts pounding away on Tamura, looking to finish him off! (Rd 1 - 01:30) Hargitay starts unloading with massive rights and Tamura is getting pasted! (Rd 1 - 01:30) Referee Christian Maugham has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 01:19) 'The Hungry Hungarian' Zsolt Hargitay takes the win by TKO! Official Result: 'The Hungry Hungarian' Zsolt Hargitay defeats Koryusai Tamura (TKO (Strikes) in 3:41 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Zsolt Hargitay thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Visibly delighted, Zsolt Hargitay celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "Big" Ben Lees (2-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Fresno, California, Underdog: +270) vs. Sebastian Cyr (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Quebec, Canada, Favorite: -340) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Cyr is fighting in front of a home crowd tonight, and gets a big cheer as he makes his entrance. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Lees looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Lees throws a punch but Cyr avoids it. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Lees uses a left jab, but Cyr avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Lees confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 04:18) A jab lands from Lees, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Lees fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Cyr lands a pair of tentative jabs. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Lees connects with a nice jab and then catches Cyr with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Lees lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Lees lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:31) A jab lands from Lees, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 02:13) Lees lands a jab and then catches Cyr with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:03) For the first time, Lees is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Cyr shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:57) Cyr can't get past the sprawl of Lees and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Cyr looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Lees simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 01:34) A jab lands from Lees, but Cyr avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Lees can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Lees lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:48) Cyr shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:48) The takedown is unsuccessful, Lees sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety. (Rd 1 - 00:19) It looked like we were about to see Cyr try and get some grappling started, but Lees was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:19) A one-two from Lees fails to land. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Lees lands a left hand and then hits Cyr with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Lees. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:49) Lees closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:49) A jab lands from Lees, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Cyr appeared to be going for a takedown, but Lees took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Lees hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Blood is visible on Cyr, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Lees is looking really tired. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Lees moves in on Cyr, preparing to throw. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Cyr lands a weak, tentative jab. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Lees can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Lees can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Cyr chooses to shoot in on Lees. (Rd 2 - 03:33) The takedown is unsuccessful, Lees sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety. (Rd 2 - 03:02) Lees hits a left jab and then hits Cyr with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Lees closes in on Cyr, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Lees throws a punch but Cyr was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:30) Lees moves in on Cyr, preparing to throw. (Rd 2 - 02:30) Cyr lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:30) Lees throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Lees looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Lees moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Cyr appeared to be going for a takedown, but Lees took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 02:08) A jab hits home from Lees and then he hits Cyr with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:45) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Cyr, but Lees was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 01:45) Lees throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 2 - 01:32) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Cyr. (Rd 2 - 01:32) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Referee Christian Maugham signals for the fight to continue! (Rd 2 - 01:23) Lees moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 01:23) Cyr looked like he was going to shoot, but Lees simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 01:23) A jab is wide from Lees, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:04) Cyr comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:04) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Lees pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Cyr pounds away and Lees eats a few big strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:34) Cyr attempts to pass guard. (Rd 2 - 00:34) He passes, but only to half guard. (Rd 2 - 00:03) Cyr fires away with punches, but Lees deals with them fairly well. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Cyr just about edged it. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:55) Lees moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Cyr looked like he was going to shoot, but Lees simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Lees lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:27) Lees steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 3 - 04:27) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Cyr, but Lees was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:27) Lees can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 3 - 04:05) There's a takedown attempt from Cyr. (Rd 3 - 04:05) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Lees has to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 03:45) Cyr catches Lees with a glancing elbow strike. (Rd 3 - 03:38) Cyr attempts to pass guard. (Rd 3 - 03:38) After a struggle, he gets to half guard. (Rd 3 - 03:03) Cyr fires away with punches, and Lees is stung by several big shots. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Cyr attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Lees can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Cyr gains side control. (Rd 3 - 01:39) Cyr is trying to move from side control to mount. (Rd 3 - 01:39) Lees tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back. (Rd 3 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:56) Cyr pounds away, Lees is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 3 - 00:56) Lees appears to go limp and referee Christian Maugham dives in and pulls Cyr away - it's all over! (Rd 3 - 00:39) The winner, by knock out, is Sebastian Cyr! Official Result: Sebastian Cyr defeats 'Big' Ben Lees (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:21 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Fantastic. Post-Fight: Sebastian Cyr thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Sebastian Cyr celebrates winning his debut. CTC CRUISERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. John "Doom" Draper (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Newark, New Jersey, Favorite: -510) vs. Brady Crawford (10-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Carrollton, Texas, Underdog: +400) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Draper uses a brace of left jabs while backing away, doing no damage at all. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Crawford can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Draper appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Draper comes forward, walking down Crawford. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Crawford manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Crawford falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Draper fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Draper steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Crawford fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Draper can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Draper comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Crawford lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Draper connects with a jab but Crawford evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Draper comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Crawford lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Draper can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Moving forward constantly, Draper is pressuring Crawford. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Crawford throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:03) Draper connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Crawford uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Draper scores with a jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Crawford backs off until pressed against the cage and covers up, clearly rocked! Draper immediately advances, sensing that this is a chance to end the fight! (Rd 1 - 02:32) Draper smashes Crawford with a big right hand through the guard! Crawford can do nothing but try and cover up! (Rd 1 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Draper tries to finish with a scorching right hand, but Crawford slips past it at the very last possible second. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Crawford circles back to the center, having gotten the time he needed to regain his wits somewhat. (Rd 1 - 02:08) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 01:41) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Draper steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Crawford fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Draper hits a left jab and then he catches Crawford with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Crawford is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him! He is covering up, trying to buy time to recover! (Rd 1 - 01:08) Crawford gets caught by a big right hook...and is out before he hits the ground! (Rd 1 - 00:59) John 'Doom' Draper takes the win by knock out! Official Result: John 'Doom' Draper defeats Brady Crawford (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:01 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: John Draper thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Asked who he wants next, he says that he demands a fight with Frank Analysis. CTC CRUISERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Ted "Amazing" Grace (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Las Vegas, Nevada, Favorite: -330) vs. "Unbreakable" Jamie Barrington (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Durham, North Carolina, Underdog: +260) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Grace deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Stepping in, Barrington aggressively get a dominant clinch position. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Barrington is looking to muscle Grace back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Barrington can't do it though, and Grace gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Using his wrestling skills, Grace is trying to push Barrington up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Grace can't manage it, Barrington fought it. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Grace tries to take Barrington down. (Rd 1 - 04:04) The takedown is completed, Barrington is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Grace keeps very tight to Barrington, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Grace leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Barrington. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Grace keeps very tight to Barrington and peppers him with short strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Barrington throws out some punches, but Grace leans back to avoid them. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Grace smothers Barrington with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Grace peppers Barrington with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Grace leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Barrington. (Rd 1 - 01:46) Barrington is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Grace off of him. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Grace throws a quick, nasty elbow strike to the head. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Blood is visible on Barrington, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Grace leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Barrington. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Grace throws several small strikes at Barrington, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Grace deflects a couple of punches that Barrington threw from below. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Grace just about connects with a fast glancing elbow strike. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Barrington tries to catch Grace with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Not a lot happened in that round and the fans are getting a bit restless as a result. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Grace. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Bleeding, Barrington is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) Grace can't connect with a jab, but then hits Barrington with a straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Barrington seizes the chance and grabs Grace into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:28) With underhooks giving him solid control over Grace, Barrington looks for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Grace cannot stop himself being lifted up and dropped with a Greco-Roman slam. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Barrington takes the back off the takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Barrington increases his control by getting both hooks in. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Barrington fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 2 - 03:30) Barrington pounds away on Grace, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Barrington, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Barrington flattens Grace out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 2 - 02:40) Jamie Barrington takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: 'Unbreakable' Jamie Barrington defeats Ted 'Amazing' Grace (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:20 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Jamie Barrington thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Antonio Rimando, saying he'll destroy him. He is very comfortable being interviewed and did well here. CTC CRUISERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Chris Boyle (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Norwalk, California, Underdog: +790) vs. Taye Burnett (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Independence, Missouri, Favorite: -990) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The size difference is clear for all to see; Burnett looks a good 20lbs heavier than his opponent. That's a big advantage. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:48) A jab hits home from Boyle and then he hits Burnett with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Boyle comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Burnett, backing off, hits a weak left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Boyle lands two jabs, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Boyle moves in behind five quick punches, two of them finding a home, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:26) There's a takedown attempt from Burnett. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Boyle gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:18) For the moment Burnett is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Time slips away as Burnett successfully keeps Boyle stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Boyle is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Burnett off of him. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Time slips away as Burnett successfully keeps Boyle stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 01:18) For the moment Burnett is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Time slips away as Burnett successfully keeps Boyle stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Burnett smothers Boyle with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 00:11) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There are some audible boos from the crowd, that wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Burnett. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Burnett, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:50) A flurry of three punches from Boyle see them all connect and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Boyle lands three of five quick punches and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:49) Boyle moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 03:49) A quick flurry of five punches from Boyle sees all of them hit home and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Boyle confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Two jabs hit home from Boyle and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Showing good hand speed, Boyle lands a flurry of four punches and then catches Burnett with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Boyle moves in on Burnett, preparing to throw. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Burnett looked like he was going to shoot, but Boyle simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Boyle connects with a nice jab and then catches Burnett with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:02) Boyle lands three of three quick punches and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 01:32) Boyle can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Attacking with intent, Boyle scores with three out of a flurry of five punches and then hits a high right kick to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:52) For the first time, Boyle is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 00:40) There's a takedown attempt from Burnett, who set it up well. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Boyle cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Burnett lies on top of Boyle, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Boyle, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:55) Boyle lands two jabs and then hits Burnett with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Boyle moves in on Burnett, preparing to throw. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Attacking with intent, Boyle scores with three out of a flurry of five punches and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Boyle moves in on Burnett, preparing to throw. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Burnett looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Boyle simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Boyle comes in fast and lands three quick punches but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 03:34) Looking a bit tense, Boyle moves around the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:20) A flurry of four punches from Boyle see them all connect and then hits Burnett with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Attacking with a quick flurry, Boyle lands three punches and then catches Burnett with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Burnett chooses to shoot in on Boyle. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Burnett has the takedown! Boyle pulls half guard. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Boyle hasn't stopped a single takedown yet. (Rd 3 - 02:13) Burnett tries to pound on Boyle, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 3 - 01:57) Burnett fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Burnett unloads with some right hands, but Boyle deals with them comfortably. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Burnett tries to pound on Boyle, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 3 - 01:05) In half guard, Burnett throws a couple of punches designed to keep Boyle guessing. (Rd 3 - 00:45) Burnett fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 3 - 00:18) Burnett fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Boyle. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Boyle ahead 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:48) Boyle comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing four of them, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Attacking with intent, Boyle scores with three out of a flurry of three punches and then hits Burnett with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 03:48) Boyle connects with two left hands and then catches Burnett with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:23) Burnett looked like he was going to shoot, but Boyle simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 03:23) Stepping in, Boyle lands four quick punches but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 4 - 03:00) Boyle is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Burnett warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Boyle can't connect with a jab, but then hits Burnett with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 02:35) Boyle hits two left jabs and then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:17) Circling warily, Burnett is looking for a chance to shoot. (Rd 4 - 02:17) Two jabs hit home from Boyle and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:57) There's a takedown attempt from Burnett, who set it up well. (Rd 4 - 01:57) Burnett has the takedown! Boyle pulls half guard. (Rd 4 - 01:57) Boyle hasn't stopped a single takedown yet. (Rd 4 - 01:47) Burnett tries a slicing elbow strike, but Boyle deflects it. (Rd 4 - 01:34) Burnett looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 4 - 01:34) Boyle tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 4 - 01:22) Boyle looks very tired out there. (Rd 4 - 01:22) Burnett ends up in guard. (Rd 4 - 01:09) Time slips away as Burnett successfully keeps Boyle stuck against the ground. (Rd 4 - 00:42) Burnett fires off some rights, but Boyle isn't troubled by them. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Burnett lies on top of Boyle, basically smothering him. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Boyle took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Burnett winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:47) Boyle lands two jabs and then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:21) Two left hands land from Boyle, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 5 - 03:59) Attacking with intent, Boyle scores with a flurry of four punches and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 03:30) Burnett shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 03:30) Burnett drives forward and gets the takedown! Boyle couldn't quite stop it. (Rd 5 - 03:30) Boyle winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Burnett pressing onto him. (Rd 5 - 03:30) That's five takedowns from five attempts for Burnett. (Rd 5 - 03:23) Burnett unloads with some right hands, but Boyle deals with them comfortably. (Rd 5 - 03:11) Boyle, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back. (Rd 5 - 02:41) Burnett pounds away with punches but does minimal damage. (Rd 5 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 5 - 02:21) Burnett begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position. (Rd 5 - 02:21) He can't quite manage to get to mount on this attempt. (Rd 5 - 01:53) Boyle hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage. (Rd 5 - 01:35) Burnett tries to put Boyle into a guillotine choke. (Rd 5 - 01:35) Boyle stops Burnett from applying it. (Rd 5 - 01:13) Boyle hits Burnett with a few weak strikes to the back. (Rd 5 - 00:46) Burnett tries to lock Boyle in a choke. (Rd 5 - 00:46) Boyle gets caught by the guillotine, and it's tight enough that he has to tap! (Rd 5 - 00:13) Taye Burnett takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Taye Burnett defeats Chris Boyle (Submission (Guillotine) in 4:47 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Taye Burnett thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Smugly, Taye Burnett boasts about how he is pretty much unbeatable and that he plans to retire undefeated. CTC CRUISERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Soren Jellyman (14-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Underdog: +300) vs. Raimundo Pinheiro (7-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Recife, Brazil, Favorite: -380) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Christian Maugham. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Pinheiro comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Jellyman scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Pinheiro throws a two-punch combo but Jellyman avoids both. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Pinheiro misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Jellyman attacks with a jab and a low kick. (Rd 1 - 04:02) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Pinheiro hits a jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Jellyman hits a jab but can't get a kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:32) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Jellyman initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Pinheiro throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Jellyman lands a jab and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:50) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Pinheiro doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Jellyman hits a left cross. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Pinheiro stalks forward, pressuring Jellyman. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Jellyman hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Pinheiro uses a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:13) Pinheiro comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 02:13) Jellyman fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:13) Pinheiro throws a two-punch combo but Jellyman avoids both. (Rd 1 - 01:54) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Jellyman misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Pinheiro attacks with a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:35) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Jellyman scores with a jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Pinheiro doesn't connect with a left jab but connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Pinheiro comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Jellyman hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Pinheiro hits a left jab and then he catches Jellyman with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Pinheiro is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Pinheiro steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Jellyman fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Pinheiro throws a two-punch combo but Jellyman avoids both. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Moving forward constantly, Pinheiro is pressuring Jellyman. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Jellyman lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Pinheiro can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Jellyman with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:08) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Pinheiro, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Jellyman just about lands a head kick. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Pinheiro uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:53) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Jellyman misses a right hook and gets countered with a low kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 03:31) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:31) Pinheiro lands a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 03:31) Jellyman connects with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Jellyman is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Pinheiro blocks a leg kick and counters with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 03:02) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:02) Jellyman is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:02) Pinheiro lands a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:51) For the first time, Jellyman is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 02:38) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Jellyman lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Pinheiro misses a jab but hits a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:25) A few deep breaths betray that Pinheiro is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Pinheiro steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Pinheiro moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Jellyman. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Pinheiro throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 02:03) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Pinheiro stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Pinheiro looks to sweep a leg out from under Jellyman so as to take him down with a trip. (Rd 2 - 01:44) It's unsuccessful, Jellyman maintained a good solid base. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Pinheiro attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Jellyman on the ground. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Jellyman blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Pinheiro doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Pinheiro separates from Jellyman and we're back to a stand-off. (Rd 2 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:55) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 2 - 00:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Jellyman dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a roundhouse kick to the body that is too short. (Rd 2 - 00:02) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Pinheiro, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Pinheiro up 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:55) Jellyman comes forward, walking down Pinheiro. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Pinheiro hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Jellyman can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Pinheiro with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:37) Pinheiro comes forward, walking down Jellyman. (Rd 3 - 04:37) Jellyman manages a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 04:37) Pinheiro connects with a nice jab and then he hits Jellyman with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 04:19) Jellyman has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 3 - 04:09) Jellyman comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 3 - 04:09) Pinheiro hit a counter left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:09) A one-two from Jellyman fails to land. (Rd 3 - 03:54) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Pinheiro hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Jellyman lands a one-two. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Pinheiro misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Jellyman to attack with a jab and a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:13) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Jellyman is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 02:38) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 02:23) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 3 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:23) Pinheiro looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg. (Rd 3 - 02:23) A great inside leg trip sees Jellyman get thrown to the mat and Pinheiro is left in guard. (Rd 3 - 02:04) Not giving his opponent any room to work, Pinheiro keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body. (Rd 3 - 01:44) Jellyman tries to pull Pinheiro in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 3 - 01:38) Pinheiro throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 01:11) Pinheiro doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest. (Rd 3 - 00:58) Pinheiro looks very, very tired. (Rd 3 - 00:58) Jellyman tries to pull Pinheiro in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 3 - 00:48) Pinheiro throws some minor strikes. (Rd 3 - 00:27) Jellyman tries to smother Pinheiro by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 3 - 00:20) Pinheiro peppers Jellyman with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Pinheiro. (Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Jellyman, he's running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:54) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:54) Pinheiro misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Jellyman comes in with a left cross. (Rd 4 - 04:34) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 4 - 04:25) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Pinheiro attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Jellyman on the ground. (Rd 4 - 04:25) An outside leg trip sweeps Jellyman down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard! (Rd 4 - 04:07) Pinheiro throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 4 - 03:50) Jellyman grabs Pinheiro and draws him in close, smothering him. (Rd 4 - 03:10) Pinheiro throws several small strikes at Jellyman, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Jellyman tries to get double underhooks on Pinheiro so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 4 - 02:47) Jellyman doesn't allow Pinheiro to smother him against the ground. (Rd 4 - 02:41) Pinheiro doesn't allow Jellyman to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 4 - 02:35) Pinheiro clings very tight to Jellyman while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt. (Rd 4 - 02:20) Pinheiro doesn't allow Jellyman to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 4 - 02:12) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, Pinheiro keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes. (Rd 4 - 02:00) Jellyman grabs Pinheiro and draws him in close, smothering him. (Rd 4 - 01:29) Pinheiro throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 4 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 4 - 01:00) Pinheiro throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Jellyman tries to pull Pinheiro in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 4 - 00:35) With no progress being made, referee Christian Maugham stands them back up. (Rd 4 - 00:22) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 00:22) Pinheiro slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 4 - 00:04) Jellyman doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 4 - 00:04) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:04) Pinheiro looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:04) Jellyman cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Pinheiro, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Jellyman winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:52) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 5 - 04:34) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Jellyman tries to take Pinheiro down. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Pinheiro stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 5 - 04:12) Pinheiro tries to take Jellyman down. (Rd 5 - 04:12) Jellyman blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 5 - 03:59) With control of the clinch, Pinheiro tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 5 - 03:59) Jellyman stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 5 - 03:45) Pinheiro looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 5 - 03:45) With control of the clinch, Jellyman tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 5 - 03:45) The takedown doesn't work, Pinheiro blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 5 - 03:17) Pinheiro attempts to wrestle Jellyman to the ground. (Rd 5 - 03:17) It's unsuccessful, Jellyman maintained a good solid base. (Rd 5 - 03:01) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart. (Rd 5 - 02:36) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 02:36) Jellyman misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 5 - 02:29) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:29) Pinheiro looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 5 - 02:29) Pinheiro doesn't get the trip, Jellyman instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 5 - 02:13) Jellyman looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 5 - 02:13) Jellyman looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 02:13) Jellyman can't get Pinheiro down to the ground. (Rd 5 - 01:53) Jellyman attempts to wrestle Pinheiro to the ground. (Rd 5 - 01:53) Jellyman doesn't get the takedown, Pinheiro instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 5 - 01:29) Pinheiro tries to take Jellyman down. (Rd 5 - 01:29) Pinheiro doesn't get it, Jellyman blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 5 - 01:13) Pinheiro and Jellyman break the grapple and are apart again, circling. (Rd 5 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 00:49) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 00:49) Jellyman lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 00:49) Pinheiro scores with a jab and also lands a leg kick. (Rd 5 - 00:32) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 00:32) Pinheiro misses a right hook and gets countered with a left cross. (Rd 5 - 00:17) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:17) With control of the clinch, Pinheiro tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 5 - 00:17) It doesn't work, Jellyman defended against it well. (Rd 5 - 00:05) Clinched with Jellyman, Pinheiro looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 00:05) Jellyman blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Jellyman looks totally gassed. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Pinheiro came out just ahead on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have given 49-46. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Raimundo Pinheiro is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Raimundo Pinheiro defeats Soren Jellyman (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Soren Jellyman takes the microphone and announces that he is retiring from fighting following the loss. Post-Fight: Raimundo Pinheiro name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Visibly delighted, Raimundo Pinheiro celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Eric Coleman (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: San Diego, California, Favorite: -830) vs. Zair "The Z Man" Williams (1-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Long Island, New York, Underdog: +660) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The weight difference here is obvious, as Williams must be giving up at least 30lbs to his opponent. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Williams and Coleman lock eyes during the introductions, both fighters look up for this. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Coleman may have been setting up to shoot, but Williams aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Williams connects with a nice jab and then lands a spinning back kick to the chest. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Williams looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Williams can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a spin kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Williams moves in on Coleman, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 04:10) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Williams. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Even worse, Coleman manages to catch the last kick! (Rd 1 - 03:57) Holding the leg, Coleman tries for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:57) The takedown is completed, Williams is on his back and pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Coleman attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Advancing his position with ease, he mounts Williams. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Coleman fires away with punches and Williams takes several shots that threaten to end the fight! (Rd 1 - 03:10) Williams tries to turn away from the blows but gets rolled and Coleman has his back! (Rd 1 - 02:54) Coleman tries to put Williams in a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Williams defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Williams tries to turn over and sweep Coleman but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 01:58) Coleman attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 01:58) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Coleman has Williams flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! (Rd 1 - 01:37) The winner, by submission, is Eric Coleman! Official Result: Eric Coleman defeats Zair 'The Z Man' Williams (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:23 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Eric Coleman praises his team at Impact MMA, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Eric Coleman says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Angus Silversmith (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Edinburgh, Scotland, Favorite: -200) vs. August "Hulk Daddy" Pennell (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Oakland, California, Underdog: +150) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The size difference is clear for all to see; Pennell looks a good 30lbs heavier than his opponent. That's a big advantage. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Silversmith can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Pennell comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Silversmith throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 04:29) With a clear opportunity, Pennell is able to move in fast and clinch with Silversmith. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Pennell looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:22) He has the takedown! Silversmith pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 04:07) In guard, Pennell begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 1 - 04:07) He manages to pass, but only to half guard. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Pennell unloads with rights, but does fairly minimal damage. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Pennell looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Pennell is too skilled for Silversmith, passing half guard and gaining side control. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Pennell fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Pennell tries to lock Silversmith in an arm triangle. (Rd 1 - 01:17) The arm triangle is locked in, tight enough that Silversmith has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 00:55) August 'Hulk Daddy' Pennell takes the win by submission! Official Result: August 'Hulk Daddy' Pennell defeats Angus Silversmith (Submission (Arm Triangle) in 4:05 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: August Pennell name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Visibly delighted, August Pennell celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. August Pennell is a charismatic talker and really knows how to sell himself. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC CRUISERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Tiago da Paixao (10-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Curtiba, Brazil, Favorite: -530) vs. Keaton Spratt (9-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Green Bay, Wisconsin, Underdog: +420) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:49) da Paixao may have been aiming to get in close, but Spratt aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Spratt throws a one-two, but da Paixao was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 04:22) da Paixao had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Spratt throws a one-two, but da Paixao was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Spratt steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Spratt throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 03:33) da Paixao, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Spratt hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 03:21) da Paixao gets hold of Spratt without taking too much damage. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Using his wrestling skills, da Paixao is trying to push Spratt up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:11) da Paixao does it, Spratt is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:54) da Paixao smothers Spratt against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 02:36) da Paixao smothers Spratt against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) da Paixao keeps Spratt up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 02:09) da Paixao smothers Spratt against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 01:50) da Paixao smothers Spratt up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:50) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 00:49) da Paixao shows his grappling ability by trapping Spratt up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the rest of the round as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to da Paixao, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) Spratt confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:45) da Paixao appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Spratt took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Spratt throws a punch but da Paixao avoids it. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Spratt comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:30) da Paixao had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Spratt lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Spratt throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 04:03) da Paixao seizes the chance and grabs Spratt into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:54) da Paixao tries to wrestle Spratt backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:54) da Paixao achieves it, pinning Spratt to the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:38) da Paixao smothers Spratt against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Spratt is trapped up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:22) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 2 - 02:13) Spratt is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 2 - 02:13) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 01:02) With no progress being made, the referee separates them. (Rd 2 - 01:02) da Paixao is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Spratt is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Spratt can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Without taking too much damage, da Paixao is able to clinch with Spratt. (Rd 2 - 00:28) Spratt gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as da Paixao uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 00:12) da Paixao tries to wrestle Spratt backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:12) da Paixao manages it and controls Spratt up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to da Paixao. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has da Paixao up 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:47) Spratt throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 04:34) da Paixao seizes the chance and grabs Spratt into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:25) da Paixao hits Spratt with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 3 - 04:06) da Paixao tries to take Spratt down. (Rd 3 - 04:06) da Paixao can't get Spratt down to the ground. (Rd 3 - 03:51) da Paixao looks very tired out there. (Rd 3 - 03:51) da Paixao is looking to muscle Spratt back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:51) da Paixao does it, Spratt is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:35) da Paixao uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 3 - 03:25) da Paixao smothers Spratt against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 03:13) da Paixao hits Spratt, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 3 - 02:53) da Paixao uses dirty boxing to punish Spratt while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:36) da Paixao leans all of his weight up against Spratt, pressing him against the cage and buying himself some recovery time - he looks very tired. (Rd 3 - 02:36) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 3 - 01:23) Spratt is trapped against the cage and da Paixao punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 01:07) da Paixao looks very, very tired. (Rd 3 - 01:07) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them. (Rd 3 - 01:07) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Spratt is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 3 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:59) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:59) da Paixao misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Spratt comes in with a left hand. (Rd 3 - 00:52) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:52) Spratt tries to wriggle free, but da Paixao controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 3 - 00:38) da Paixao attempts to wrestle Spratt to the ground. (Rd 3 - 00:38) da Paixao doesn't get it, Spratt blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 3 - 00:24) da Paixao is trying to push Spratt so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:24) He does so and now has Spratt pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:10) Spratt is looking really tired. (Rd 3 - 00:10) da Paixao pins Spratt up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to da Paixao, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Spratt is running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:54) Spratt initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 4 - 04:54) da Paixao hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 4 - 04:54) Spratt can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits da Paixao with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:38) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:38) Using his wrestling skills, da Paixao is trying to push Spratt up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:38) da Paixao manages it and controls Spratt up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:19) Spratt is pressed up against the cage and held there by his exhausted opponent. (Rd 4 - 04:19) They remain there for at least a minute, taking deep breaths, occasionally staying active with some punches to the body. (Rd 4 - 03:07) da Paixao looks totally gassed. (Rd 4 - 03:07) da Paixao smothers Spratt against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 02:54) da Paixao uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 02:48) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 02:40) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 4 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 4 - 02:16) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 4 - 01:47) Spratt forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 4 - 01:47) da Paixao fires off a counter jab. (Rd 4 - 01:47) Spratt connects with a jab but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 4 - 01:24) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 4 - 01:05) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:05) da Paixao tries to wrestle Spratt backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:05) Spratt ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:50) da Paixao catches Spratt with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:38) With Spratt stuck against the cage, da Paixao tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor. (Rd 4 - 00:38) An outside leg trip sweeps Spratt down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard! (Rd 4 - 00:24) da Paixao pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Spratt. (Rd 4 - 00:07) da Paixao doesn't allow Spratt to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to da Paixao, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Spratt is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:49) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 5 - 04:38) From the looks of things, I don't think Spratt has much energy left. (Rd 5 - 04:31) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:31) da Paixao dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 5 - 04:00) da Paixao lands a left hand. (Rd 5 - 04:00) Spratt throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 5 - 03:36) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:36) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything. (Rd 5 - 03:36) da Paixao tries a right hook but misses. (Rd 5 - 03:36) Spratt misses a jab and also misses with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:11) Spratt comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 5 - 03:11) da Paixao fires off a counter jab. (Rd 5 - 03:11) Spratt throws a two-punch combo but da Paixao avoids both. (Rd 5 - 02:50) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 5 - 02:20) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 02:20) Spratt misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 5 - 01:58) Spratt throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 5 - 01:46) da Paixao gets hold of Spratt, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 5 - 01:37) da Paixao is trying to push Spratt so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:37) da Paixao does it, Spratt is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:24) Spratt takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 5 - 01:09) da Paixao looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 5 - 01:09) da Paixao can't get Spratt down to the ground. (Rd 5 - 00:54) Spratt looks exhausted. (Rd 5 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 5 - 00:54) With the cage trapping Spratt, da Paixao looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 5 - 00:54) It's unsuccessful, Spratt maintained a good solid base. (Rd 5 - 00:54) Spratt is still stuck against the cage however. (Rd 5 - 00:36) With the cage trapping Spratt, da Paixao looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 5 - 00:36) da Paixao can't get Spratt down to the ground. (Rd 5 - 00:16) da Paixao drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 5 - 00:16) Spratt blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to da Paixao, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Tiago da Paixao! Official Result: Tiago da Paixao defeats Keaton Spratt (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Tiago da Paixao thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Tiago da Paixao celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. MAIN EVENT CTC CRUISERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Log "The Snake" Drake (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Provo, Utah, Underdog: +300) vs. Don "The Rumble King" Norman (25-16, 0-0 CTC, From: Cochrane, Ontario, Favorite: -380) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Benjamin Milligan III, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Norman misses with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Drake misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Drake scores with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Norman finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 04:09) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Norman dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:55) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Norman slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a clean right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:36) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Drake misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Norman attacks with a quick left jab and a hook to the body that fails to land. (Rd 1 - 03:14) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 02:43) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:43) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Norman misses a jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Drake misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:26) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Norman slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 1 - 02:02) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 01:28) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Norman comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Drake misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Norman hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Drake misses a right hook and gets countered with a brace of jabs that are followed by a wicked right uppercut! (Rd 1 - 00:20) Drake is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 1 - 00:20) Norman knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Drake, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 1 - 00:20) Norman pounds away on Drake, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 1 - 00:20) Referee Kyle Crisp is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 00:05) Don Norman takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Don 'The Rumble King' Norman defeats Log 'The Snake' Drake (TKO (Strikes) in 4:55 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Don Norman name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Don Norman says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. Attendance: 146 Gate Reciepts: $13,724 Sponsorship: $26,975 Ad Revenue: $212,833 Merchandise: $4,099 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $79,716) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Don Norman $2,380 Log Drake $1,680 Tiago da Paixao $2,380 Keaton Spratt $1,560 August Pennell $2,210 Angus Silversmith $1,920 Eric Coleman $7,720 Zair Williams $1,200 SotN: Coleman: $5,000 Raimundo Pinheiro $2,210 Soren Jellyman $1,560 Taye Burnett $2,720 Chris Boyle $132 Jamie Barrington $1,360 Ted Grace $1,440 John Draper $7,210 Brady Crawford $1,560 KotN: Draper: $5,000 Sebastian Cyr $15,187 Ben Lees $16,440 FotN: Both: $10,000 Perf: Both: $5,000 Zsolt Hargitay $2,380 Koryusai Tamura $132 Chi Ji Guang $2,100 Tommy Cowan $900 Bahman Baboumian $195 Zydrunas Sigauskas $1,400 Simon Youngman $165 Ariano Craveiro $1,300 Iggy Coan $165 Sorai Yoshizaki $110 Drug Testing: $14,700 Production: $22,664 Profit: $140,551 Critical Rating: 77% Commercial Rating: 33% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada -5.0% 72.5% (High Level Regional) USA -4.0% 80.1% (High Level Regional) UK -4.0% 72.2% (High Level Regional) Europe -2.0% 47.6% (Mid Level Regional) Australia -2.5% 59.1% (Mid Level Regional) Japan -4.0% 57.5% (Mid Level Regional) Asia -2.5% 54.9% (Mid Level Regional) Russia -1.2% 46.9% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico -2.5% 54.0% (Mid Level Regional) South America -3.2% 68.2% (High Level Regional) Central America -1.5% 56.2% (Mid Level Regional) Africa -0.6% 29.3% (Low Level Regional) News - Soren Jellyman announces his retirement from the sport of MMA following his loss to Raimundo Pineheiro. He retires from the sport with a professional record of 14-11, with a promotional record of 0-1 with CTC, including a Unanimous Decision loss to Raimundo Pinheiro at Canadian Tournament Combat 36. - The following fighters have been cut from the CTC roster following their elimination from the tournament: Log Drake, Keaton Spratt, Angus Silversmith, Zair Williams, Chris Boyle, Ted Grace, Brady Crawford, Ben Lees, Koryusai Tamura, Tommy Cowan, Zydrunas Sigauskas, Ariano Craveiro, and Sorai Yoshizaki. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows None Predictions None Confirmed Fights For CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament Second Round (Round of 64) James Foster vs. Taye Burnett Hanif Hussain vs. Massimilliano Locatelli Clem Wolff vs. Basil McCrystle Stratos Papaioannou vs. Dmitry Gomolov Norman Pike vs. Helton Nascimento Juozas Skerla vs. Brent Rigger Khru Duangjan vs. Olu Yolo Bastian Neske vs. John Fitzwallace Kunimichi Kikuchi vs. Don Norman Joey Baddell vs. Chris Hollands Okura Ihara vs. Frank Analysis Christopher Drew vs. Marcelo Boccoli Grzegorz Boniek vs. Simon Youngman Zhenya Golob vs. Bienvenido Romulo Antonio Rimando vs. Jacob Barlee Quentin Beecraft vs. Oliver Fiderer Hassan Fezzik vs. Tiago da Paixao Waly da Cunha vs. Julio Correa Donnie Wang vs. George Brabazon-Plank Perry Barr vs. Rodolfo Camara Percy Catcher vs. Jamie Barrington Alexandre Montador vs. Dias Candido Denbe Ekiguchi vs. Reinhardt Rhett Michael Bannon vs. Harvey Loeb Lefter Oktay vs. Raimundo Pinheiro Stan Blackheath vs. Leo Carlos Goulart Takaaki Fukumitsu vs. Gustaf Persson Vic Millican vs. Rogerio Votta Tony McCall vs. John Draper Howard Pursglove vs. Gennady Lopatin Lars-Gunnar Ekberg vs. Glen McBeam Murray Darby vs. Collins Lundie Confirmed Fights For CTC Womens Featherweight Championship Tournament First Round (54 Total Fighters, 44 in First Round) Kellie Gumm vs. Velvet Avery Chelsea Lawson vs. Nora Bethlen Piper Evergood vs. Shaunagh Stoltman Brooke Rockerfeller vs. Janey McDwyre Umeka Fujiwara vs. Sue Eccleston Seka Mutsu vs. Ophelia Touchstone Kirsten Page vs. Vasya Kaczmarek Laura Adair vs. Erin DiStefano Maricel Punya vs. Gabriella Rios ' Kit Sakamoto vs. Rosamaria Correa Echiko Watanabe vs. Laia Leele Gail Grimshaw vs. Annika Sjolin Kelly Andrews vs. Haley Lovebond Eiko Shiokawa vs. Ana Natalia Pinto Temperance McCoy vs. Fi Johns Naora Kikuchi vs. Idina Micklewhite Feng Chung vs. Martina Collee Yutsuko Sasaki vs. Regina de Avila Lynda Epsom vs. Catherine Newmar Kerry Silverman vs. Tilly Hall Alisha Wood vs. Johanna Lagerholm Janinha vs. Marianne Geoffries

Friday, Week 1, July 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Log "The Snake" Drake (5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Underdog: +300) vs. Don "The Rumble King" Norman (25-16, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #68, Favorite: -380) Log Drake is a tall, lanky kick boxer who is a competent yet unspectacular striker. His massive weakness is his ground game, which is awful, and the fact that he's easy to bully, especially fighting at Heavyweight, where a great many of his opponents are much bigger and bulkier than he is. Don Norman is a former amateur boxer, who is now a veteran of MMA with over forty fights to his name. Good with his hands, his big weakness has always been that he is almost entirely useless when caught by a grappler or taken down to the mat. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Tiago da Paixao (10-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Favorite: -530) vs. Keaton Spratt (9-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Underdog: +420) Tiago da Paixao is a big strong Heavyweight from Brazil, who is a straight ahead power puncher. If he can connect with one of his huge fists then he can do a lot of damage, but outside of that he doesn't possess any other weapons that could pose a threat. Keaton Spratt is a brawler, who doesn't seem to have what it takes to hang with the big hitters in the Heavyweight division, lacking both the knock out power to make him a threat and the technique to pick apart opponents. As a result he is mainly found on the regional circuit taking on other low-grade talent. MAIN CARD CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Angus Silversmith (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #32, Favorite: -200) vs. August "Hulk Daddy" Pennell (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #97, Underdog: +150) Angus Silversmith is a big powerful Super Heavyweight from Scotland. A ground and pound specialist, his shot is pretty slow so he relies grabbing his opponent and rag-dolling them to the ground where he can dole out some heavy duty punches. A surprise signing for ALPHA-1 in 2001, he made his debut for the company with a hard fought Split Decision victory over Yang Fa Kun. August Pennell is a huge Super Heavyweight fighter from the mean streets of Oakland, California. His background is in submission wrestling, and only a fool would underestimate his skills on the floor. An enormous pro wrestling fan, he is somewhat famous for trying wrestling moves during his fights, he's likely the only MMA fighter in history to actually perform a Samoan Drop mid-bout. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Eric Coleman (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #33, Favorite: -830) vs. Zair "The Z Man" Williams (1-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #96, Underdog: +660) Eric Coleman is an enormously powerful wrestler out of San Diego. Debuting at the very end of 1998, he quickly established himself as one to watch, blasting his way to a 5-0 record on the local circuit via his strong grappling base and deadly ground and pound. The subject of a bidding war between ALPHA-1 and GAMMA, he chose the former in May 2001. He won his debut by second round TKO over Zsolt Hargitay, but is coming off a first round TKO loss to Jutaro Honma in his last fight. Zair Williams is a young Super Heavyweight who comes from a Savate background, using his long legs to great effect with his kicks. He joined the cast of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV show despite only having one pro MMA fight to his name and unsurprisingly lost in the qualifiers (to Hanley Polter). A great natural athlete in phenomenal shape, Williams could still mature into a good 265lbs+ fighter if handled right, but he was clearly out of his depth in GAMMA and was cut in 2001 after three losses in a row. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Randolph Gilliver in GAMMA. CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Soren Jellyman (14-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournaemnt Seed: #62, Underdog: +300) vs. Raimundo Pinheiro (7-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Favorite: -380) Soren Jellyman is 6'5", a veteran kick boxer who is noted for his sharp, powerful kicks. He probably should have made more of his MMA career given his physical abilities, but a curious inconsistency has always plagued him and it is probably too late for him to turn it around now. Raimundo Pinheiro is a solid kick boxer who is noted for his tree trunk like legs. His main weapons are his punching power and brutally hard leg kicks. He's good enough that nobody will ever take him lightly, but he's unlikely to ever become a major contender due to his weak chin and atrocious ground game. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Vitor de Melo in FLB. CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Chris Boyle (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Underdog: +790) vs. Taye Burnett (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Favorite: -990) Chris Boyle is pretty small for a Heavyweight, and uses that fact to his advantage by basing his in-cage style on quick movement and evasive dodging, making the most of the speed advantage he has over nearly all the other fighters in his weight class. A talented kick boxer, his precision strikes soon mount up. Taye Burnett is a young Heavyweight fighter who established a big reputation for himself as an amateur wrestler in his college days. Enormously powerful and athletic, he can overwhelm opponents with sheer physicality at times. Many consider him to be a future star at Heavyweight. CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ted "Amazing" Grace (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Favorite: -330) vs. "Unbreakable" Jamie Barrington (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Underdog: +260) Ted Grace was a stand-out wrestler in college, and is a massively powerful Heavyweight grappler now that he's brought his strength and size to MMA. A ground and pound specialist, he is not someone you want to get top control over you as it is likely to be a very short and violent encounter. Jamie Barrington is a former amateur wrestling stand-out who is now fighting as a pro MMA competitor. Little is known about him at this stage of his career, although his powerful shot and high quality grappling ability should provide a good base for him to be successful. CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: John "Doom" Draper (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Favorite: -510) vs. Brady Crawford (10-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Underdog: +400) John Draper is a big powerful Heavyweight from New Jersey, who comes from a wrestling background originally but has worked hard to make sure that he's a solid all-rounder. He probably lacks the punching power to be a really elite fighter, but he's going to be a very, very tough opponent for a lot of fighters. Brady Crawford is a fairly non-descript Heavyweight competitor who like to take down his opponents and smother them into defeat. With little or no striking or submission threat, he relies entirely on his very average wrestling. Given that he fights in a division full of powerhouses and excellent strikers, that's unlikely to be enough to take him very far. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Big" Ben Lees (2-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #49, Underdog: +270) vs. Sebastian Cyr (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #80, Favorite: -340) Ben Lees is a California native who has heavy hands and a great chin but not a great deal else in his locker. He was fortunate enough to debuted just a year or so before ALPHA-1 launched their Super Heavyweight division and so was able to get a job with them fairly swiftly. He debuted for them in August 1999, but did so with a loss to Ali Shivari, and has thus far looked out of his depth. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Sun Lu Tang in ALPHA-1. Sebastian Cyr is a big beast of a man, a French-Canadian who comes from a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu background and is known for the threat he possesses on the ground. Although he has no striking background whatsoever, Cyr has the advantage of naturally heavy hands and so even though his punches are technically awful and decidedly slow, if he does land one he can put someone to sleep in a hurry. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Hungry Hungarian" Zsolt Hargitay (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #40, Favorite: -560) vs. Koryusai Tamura (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #89, Underdog: +440) Zsolt Hargitay is one of the most deceptive looking men in MMA, a wrestler who appears at first glance to be an overweight slob who has never seen the inside of a gym. In reality, while it's true that he has truly awful cardio, he possesses great upper body strength and excellent grappling ability, on top of heavy hands. Recruited by ALPHA-1 to fight in their Super Heavyweight Division, he made a poor start to life in Japan when he dropped his first two fights. His last fight was a Unanimous Decision loss to Abe Locke. Koryusai Tamura is a former Sumo trainee who has now entered MMA with the idea of using his ground and pound style tactics to bring some violence to the Super Heavyweight division. Whether he will be able to bully the other monsters that fight above 265 lbs remains to be seen. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Chi "F-U Manchu" Ji Guang (3-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Favorite: -160) vs. Tommy Cowan (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #81, Underdog: +120) Chi Ji Guang is a 6'10" Chinese fighter who is considered to be a bright prospect for the Super Heavyweight Division. A kick boxer, he may not have the quickest strikes in the world but if they land they are going to hurt even the toughest of opponents. He joined ALPHA-1 in 1999 and marked his debut by knocking Yoshikazu Inamoto out cold with a brutal head kick. Unfortunately he followed that with two losses, and is now in a limbo slightly. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Hidehira Nakamoto in ALPHA-1. Tommy Cowan is a big Scotsman who turned to MMA in 2001 having been successful in many strongman and grappling contests around his native country. He's not hugely skilled, although he does know his way around the grappling game, but he has enough natural athleticism and heart that he can't be taken lightly. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Bahman Baboumian (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #57, Underdog: +100) vs. Zydrunas Sigauskas (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #72, Favorite: -110) Bahman Baboumian is an Iranian who now lives in Europe, who is an all-rounder who combines a tidy grappling and ground game with some fantastic power in his hands. He's not the prettiest fighter to watch, but he is very effective. Zydrunas Sigauskas is a massive Super Heavyweight from Lithuania. A grappler of immense physical strength, if he gets hold of an opponent then he's very difficult to shake off. In great shape despite his bulk, he could become a real major player amongst the sports heaviest. CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ariano Craveiro (14-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Favorite: -300) vs. Simon "Beatdown" Youngman (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Underdog: +230) Ariano Craveira is a big strong boxer from Brazil, who has been around for awhile but has never shown much of an aptitude for MMA. Other than his punching power, which isn't even that great for a Heavyweight, he doesn't pose too much of a threat. Simon Youngman is an Australian Heavyweight, a former amateur boxer who is now using his fists in an MMA environment. Very one dimensional, he is dangerous as long as his opponent is standing in front of him, but becomes much less threatening once taken down or tied up with grappling. With the Australian MMA scene being about as dead as it gets, he has relocated to England in order to get his career going. CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Iggy Coan (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Underdog: +190) vs. "Japanese Hulk" Sorai Yoshizaki (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Favorite: -250) Iggy Coan is a Muay Thai fighter from California. A massive man at 6'7" and well over 280 lbs, he possesses great physical strength and hits like a truck. He will be a real threat to the Super Heavyweight world rankings once he has gained some experience. Sorai Yoshizaki is massive and ridiculously powerful for a Super Heavyweight from Nagoya, Japan. A power lifter in his early to mid-teens, he boasts upper body strength that is far beyond what most fighters can hope for and allows him to outmuscle most opponents with seeming ease. Weigh-In Results Log Drake (218 lbs) vs. Don Norman (235 lbs) Tiago da Paixao (235 lbs) vs. Keaton Spratt (218 lbs) Angus Silversmith (268 lbs) vs. August Pennell (302 lbs) Eric Coleman (299 lbs) vs. Zair Williams (267 lbs) Soren Jellyman (235 lbs) vs. Raimundo Pinheiro (235 lbs) Chris Boyle (212 lbs) vs. Taye Burnett (235 lbs) Ted Grace (235 lbs) vs. Jamie Barrington (235 lbs) John Draper (235 lbs) vs. Brady Crawford (219 lbs) Ben Lees (270 lbs) vs. Sebastian Cyr (283 lbs) Zsolt Hargitay (270 lbs) vs. Koryusai Tamura (305 lbs) Chi Ji Guang (278 lbs) vs. Tommy Cowan (271 lbs) Bahman Baboumian (278 lbs) vs. Zydrunus Sigauskas (305 lbs) Ariano Craveiro (235 lbs) vs. Simon Youngman (235 lbs) Iggy Coan (289 lbs) vs. Sorai Yoshizaki (273 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 36 Full Fight Card CW: Log Drake vs. Don Norman CW: Tiago da Paixao vs. Keaton Spratt SHW: Angus Silversmith vs. August Pennell SHW: Eric Coleman vs. Zair Williams CW: Soren Jellyman vs. Raimundo Pinheiro CW: Chris Boyle vs. Taye Burnett CW: Ted Grace vs. Jamie Barrington CW: John Draper vs. Brady Crawford SHW: Ben Lees vs. Sebastian Cyr SHW: Zsolt Hargitay vs. Koryusai Tamura SHW: Chi Ji Guang vs. Tommy Cowan SHW: Bahman Baboumian vs. Zydrunas Sigauskas CW: Ariano Craveiro vs. Simon Youngman SHW: Iggy Coan vs. Sorai Yoshizaki

Sunday, Week 4, June 2002 Live From Sarnia, Ontario PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Razor Rivers (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Plano, Texas, Even: -110) vs. Nelson Kenney (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Even: -110) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Shaunagh Irvine, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Rivers initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Kenney tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:51) A jab hits home from Rivers and then he lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:37) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Rivers steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Rivers connects with a nice jab and then catches Kenney with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:49) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Rivers attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Kenney throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:27) A jab lands from Rivers but Kenney avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 03:11) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Kenney misses with a big right hand, allowing Rivers to counter with a quick right jab and a body kick that fails to land. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Rivers steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Kenney fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Rivers uses a right jab but misses when he attempts to go to the body after. (Rd 1 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Rivers dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a clean left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Kenney smiles, which is generally a sign that that last shot hurt him. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Rivers hits a right hand, but a big left to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 1 - 01:56) Rivers is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Rivers fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Kenney with a body kick. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Rivers steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Kenney fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Rivers lands a right hand and then he lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:12) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Kenney isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Rivers lands a jab and then hits a nice left hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 00:33) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Rivers scores with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Kenney hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Kenney appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Rivers confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Rivers can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice left hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Rivers. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Bleeding, Kenney is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Rivers steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Rivers steps into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 04:17) Rivers fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Kenney with a straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Rivers is looking really tired. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Rivers steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Kenney hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Rivers connects with a jab but Kenney evades a big left punch. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Kenney clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Rivers lands a right hand and then lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Rivers comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Kenney fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Rivers lands a jab and then he lands a left hand to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Rivers comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Kenney misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Rivers lands a right jab but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 02:34) Rivers comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 02:34) Kenney misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:34) Rivers throws a two-punch combo but Kenney avoids both. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:18) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 2 - 01:48) A jab hits home from Rivers and then he lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 01:48) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Kenney. (Rd 2 - 01:22) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 2 - 01:10) Rivers clinches up, looking shattered. (Rd 2 - 01:10) Kenney is looking to muscle Rivers back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:10) Rivers ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Rivers looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 2 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Rivers is trapped against the cage and Kenney hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Rivers takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Kenney smothers Rivers against the cage, then hits him with a vicious knee to the ribs! (Rd 2 - 00:07) Kenney hits Rivers, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Kenney. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square. (Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Kenney. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:54) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Kenney is looking really tired. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Rivers gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Kenney uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Kenney is looking to muscle Rivers back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Kenney does it, Rivers is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:57) Kenney smothers Rivers against the cage, then hits him with a hard elbow. (Rd 3 - 03:41) Kenney pins Rivers up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Kenney smothers Rivers against the cage, then hits him with a vicious knee to the ribs! (Rd 3 - 03:01) Rivers is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 3 - 02:42) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Kenney is keeping Rivers pressed up tightly against the cage despite the fact that he is looking increasingly tired. (Rd 3 - 02:42) The grappling continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters only occasionally throwing short strikes. Both competitors look very fatigued. (Rd 3 - 01:34) Referee William Yeats thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:34) Rivers looks utterly exhausted, he has absolutely nothing left in the tank. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Rivers doesn't find the mark with a left hook. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Kenney has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Rivers looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Kenney looks very, very tired. (Rd 3 - 01:11) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 01:11) Kenney hits a left hand. (Rd 3 - 01:11) Rivers scores with a jab but misses a left hook. (Rd 3 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Rivers comes forward to attack. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Kenney hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Rivers connects with a nice jab and then he hits Kenney with a left to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 00:33) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 3 - 00:33) Kenney uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Rivers as they grapple. (Rd 3 - 00:16) Kenney uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Rivers as they grapple. (Rd 3 - 00:04) Kenney tries to wrestle Rivers backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:04) Kenney achieves it, pinning Rivers to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Kenney. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Kenney up 29-28 on my scorecard. (Rd 3 - 00:00) As he sits on his stool, Rivers is clearly feeling the effects of some good shots to the rib area. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:46) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Kenney is off target with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Rivers lands a right jab and also lands with a right hand to the body. (Rd 4 - 04:24) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 4 - 03:46) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 4 - 03:15) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 03:15) Kenney counters a body shot with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 4 - 02:48) Rivers comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 4 - 02:48) Kenney fires off a counter jab. (Rd 4 - 02:48) Rivers fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Kenney with a straight left. (Rd 4 - 02:32) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 02:32) Kenney uses a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 4 - 02:32) Rivers finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 4 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:15) Rivers steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 4 - 02:15) Kenney fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 4 - 02:15) A jab is wide from Rivers, but then he scores with a left to the body. (Rd 4 - 01:52) Rivers attacks with strikes. (Rd 4 - 01:52) Kenney throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 4 - 01:52) Rivers fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a left hand. (Rd 4 - 01:29) Rivers comes forward on the attack. (Rd 4 - 01:29) Kenney hit a counter left hand. (Rd 4 - 01:29) Rivers throws a one-two, but Kenney was equal to it. (Rd 4 - 01:11) Rivers comes forward on the attack. (Rd 4 - 01:11) Kenney hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 4 - 01:11) Rivers throws a two-punch combo but Kenney avoids both. (Rd 4 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Rivers comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Kenney lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 4 - 00:57) Rivers can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 4 - 00:30) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 00:30) Rivers misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left hook. (Rd 4 - 00:17) Kenney looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Rivers throws a punch but Kenney avoids it. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 4 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Kenney. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Rivers winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:52) Rivers fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Kenney with a straight left. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Kenney comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Rivers lands a jab and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 5 - 04:04) Kenney, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 5 - 04:04) Rivers throws a punch but Kenney was equal to it. (Rd 5 - 03:57) Kenney is able to grab Rivers. (Rd 5 - 03:49) Kenney looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 5 - 03:49) A great inside leg trip sees Rivers get thrown to the mat and Kenney is left in guard. (Rd 5 - 03:37) Kenney keeps tight to Rivers, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 5 - 03:18) Rivers tries to pull Kenney in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 5 - 03:11) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Kenney keeps very tight to Rivers and peppers him with short strikes. (Rd 5 - 02:56) Rivers tries to pull Kenney in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 5 - 02:49) Kenney lies on top of Rivers, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:28) Kenney smothers Rivers with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 5 - 01:58) Kenney lies on top of Rivers, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 01:27) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Kenney keeps very tight to Rivers, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 5 - 01:11) Rivers tries to smother Kenney by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 5 - 01:04) Kenney throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 5 - 00:43) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. (Rd 5 - 00:31) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 5 - 00:08) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 5 - 00:08) Rivers dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a good left hook. (Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Kenney took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 49-46 (Benjamin Milligan III), 49-46 (Shaunagh Irvine) and 49-47 (Reginald Wodehouse). (Rd 5 - 00:00) Nelson Kenney wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: Nelson Kenney defeats Razor Rivers (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Nelson Kenney name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and he responds by calling out Paulie Albarado, saying he will kick his ass. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Roope "The Second Generation Star" Kuqi (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Helsinki, Finland, Favorite: -1090) vs. Antonio "The Hulk" Santos (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +870) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:47) Kuqi comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Santos can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Kuqi seizes the chance and grabs Santos into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Kuqi tries to wrestle Santos backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Santos ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Kuqi pins Santos up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Santos is trapped against the cage and Kuqi punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Kuqi smothers Santos against the cage and stomps down on his foot. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Santos is trapped against the cage and Kuqi punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Santos is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Kuqi uses dirty boxing to punish Santos while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Kuqi uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Kuqi drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 1 - 02:20) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:05) A jab hits home from Santos and then he catches Kuqi with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:40) Santos connects with a nice jab and then hits Kuqi with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:19) It looked like we were about to see Kuqi try and get some grappling started, but Santos was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Santos throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 01:02) It looked like we were about to see Kuqi try and get some grappling started, but Santos was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:02) A jab is wide from Santos, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Santos throws a two-punch combo but Kuqi avoids both. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Kuqi gets hold of Santos, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Santos tries to wriggle free, but Kuqi controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Kuqi is trying to push Santos so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:03) He does so and now has Santos pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Kuqi, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Kuqi looks very happy with that first round. He is certainly living up to position as being the heavy favourite to win this fight. (Rd 1 - 00:00) It's going to be a real uphill struggle for Santos from this point onward. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:52) Kuqi, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Santos throws a one-two, but Kuqi was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 04:42) Kuqi gets hold of Santos, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Kuqi is trying to push Santos so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Kuqi manages it and controls Santos up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Santos is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Kuqi shows his grappling ability by trapping Santos up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:03) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Kuqi pins Santos up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 02:35) Santos is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Kuqi pins Santos up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 2 - 01:56) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Kuqi is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Santos is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 01:48) Kuqi appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Santos took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 01:48) Santos hits a left jab and then catches Kuqi with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Kuqi appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Santos took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 01:29) A jab hits home from Santos and then he hits a crunching straight right to the jaw! (Rd 2 - 01:29) Kuqi hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 2 - 01:18) Santos starts pounding away on Kuqi, looking to finish him off! (Rd 2 - 01:18) Santos pounds away on Kuqi, landing several great shots that rock him! (Rd 2 - 01:18) Referee Roger Bennett pulls Santos away, stopping the fight! (Rd 2 - 01:01) By TKO, the winner is Antonio Santos! Official Result: Antonio 'The Hulk' Santos defeats Roope 'The Second Generation Star' Kuqi (TKO (Strikes) in 3:59 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Antonio Santos thanks everyone connected to House of Pain for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Antonio Santos says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Morgan "The Maori" Wakarewarewa (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Christchurch, New Zealand, Favorite: -450) vs. Aston "The Joker" Merryman (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +350) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Roger Bennett. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Shaunagh Irvine, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:53) Wakarewarewa steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Wakarewarewa moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:53) A jab is wide from Wakarewarewa, but then he catches Merryman with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Merryman misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:11) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Wakarewarewa moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Merryman into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Merryman scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Wakarewarewa connects with a jab but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 03:31) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Merryman misses a left hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 1 - 03:10) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 1 - 02:50) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Merryman hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Wakarewarewa hits a left jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Wakarewarewa comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Merryman fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Wakarewarewa connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Wakarewarewa misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Merryman misses a jab and also doesn't find the mark with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 01:12) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Wakarewarewa moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Merryman into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Merryman fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Wakarewarewa can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:33) That last shot may have done some damage, Merryman is backing off and looks totally dazed! (Rd 1 - 00:33) Wakarewarewa moves in a smacks Merryman with an overhand right...and down he goes! (Rd 1 - 00:22) Wakarewarewa knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Merryman, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 1 - 00:22) Wakarewarewa starts unloading with massive rights and Merryman is getting pasted! (Rd 1 - 00:22) Referee Roger Bennett is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 00:06) By TKO, the winner is Morgan Wakarewarewa! Official Result: Morgan 'The Maori' Wakarewarewa defeats Aston 'The Joker' Merryman (TKO (Strikes) in 4:54 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Morgan Wakarewarewa gives a name-check to everyone at KO Fighters, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to face in his next fight, and he replies that he has a lot of respect for the skills of Toshiya Furube and that he thinks it'd be a great fight. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Gerson Mauricio (11-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -850) vs. Jukichi Ito (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Underdog: +670) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:55) Mauricio lands two jabs and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Mauricio connects with a nice jab and then catches Ito with a right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Mauricio can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Mauricio can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Ito moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Mauricio lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Circling warily, Ito is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Mauricio connects with two left hands and then hits Ito with a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 02:54) A jab hits home from Mauricio and then he hits Ito with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Mauricio steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 02:32) It looked like we were about to see Ito try and get some grappling started, but Mauricio was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Mauricio can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Mauricio closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Mauricio lands two jabs and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Ito clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Mauricio can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Ito with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Ito had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:24) A jab hits home from Mauricio and then he hits Ito with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Ito keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Mauricio uses a left jab, but Ito dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 1 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Mauricio connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:23) It looked like we were about to see Ito try and get some grappling started, but Mauricio was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Mauricio fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Mauricio lands a left hand and then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Mauricio, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Mauricio to go on and win this fight now that the first round has gone his way. (Rd 1 - 00:00) It's hard to see a scenario where Ito can do enough to take this fight. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:51) Mauricio steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Ito appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Mauricio took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Mauricio can't connect with a jab, but then hits a body kick. (Rd 2 - 04:28) A jab hits home from Mauricio and then he hits Ito with a sensational high right head kick! (Rd 2 - 04:28) Ito is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 2 - 04:16) Mauricio quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Ito! (Rd 2 - 04:16) Mauricio pounds away on Ito, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 2 - 04:16) Ito appears to go limp and the referee dives in and pulls Mauricio away - it's all over! (Rd 2 - 03:58) The winner, by knock out; Gerson Mauricio! Official Result: Gerson Mauricio defeats Jukichi Ito (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:02 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Gerson Mauricio thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "Dangerous" Randall Donnelly (14-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Portland, Oregon, Favorite: -630) vs. "The Big Bopper" Barry Strachan (26-19, 0-0 CTC, From: Detroit, Michigan, Underdog: +500) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Shaunagh Irvine. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Strachan throws a one-two, but Donnelly was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Donnelly gets hold of Strachan. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Donnelly uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Strachan. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Strachan tries to wriggle free, but Donnelly controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 1 - 03:55) Donnelly uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Strachan to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Donnelly tries to take Strachan down. (Rd 1 - 03:36) The takedown is completed, Donnelly would not be denied. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Donnelly takes the back of Strachan directly off the takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Donnelly pounds away with right hands and Strachan is in big trouble! (Rd 1 - 02:55) Donnelly pounds away on Strachan, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 1 - 02:55) Referee William Yeats has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 02:37) The winner, by TKO, is 'Dangerous' Randall Donnelly! Official Result: 'Dangerous' Randall Donnelly defeats 'The Big Bopper' Barry Strachan (TKO (Strikes) in 2:23 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Randall Donnelly thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Randall Donnelly celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Darius "Best In Show" Best (3-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Underdog: +110) vs. Paulo Sergio Parente (7-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Favorite: -150) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Parente aggressively paces around during the introductions, obviously eager to get to fighting. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Barely moving during the introductions, Parente looks completely and utterly focused on the task in hand. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Best initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Parente throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:12) A jab lands from Best but then can't connect with a head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Best attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Parente tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 03:45) Best throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Parente misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 1 - 03:15) A defensive jab hits from Parente. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Best connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Best steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Best looks to pressure Parente, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 03:00) A jab hits home from Best and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:37) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Parente uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Best lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Best fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:02) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Best comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Parente scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Best lands a jab and then he lands a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Best is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 1 - 01:17) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Best fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Best steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Parente fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Best throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 00:09) Best confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:09) Parente had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:09) A jab is wide from Best, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:09) It looks like Parente has been cut under the eye. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Best. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Parente in between rounds. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 2 - 04:09) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Best comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Parente manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Best lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:23) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Best lands a one-two. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Parente finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 03:10) Best is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 2 - 02:55) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Best scores with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Parente finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Parente misses with a big right hand, allowing Best to counter with a left jab and a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:14) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Taking a few gulps of breath, Parente is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:43) Parente misses with a big right hand, allowing Best to counter with a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Best is looking really tired. (Rd 2 - 01:24) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:24) Best scores with a left hook. Parente connects with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Best forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Parente fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 01:09) A jab hits home from Best and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Parente scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Best finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 00:50) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Parente. (Rd 2 - 00:31) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 00:31) Parente misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Best comes in with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 00:12) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Parente scores with a jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Best finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Best. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Best. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Parente is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:45) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Parente misses with a big right hand, allowing Best to counter with a left jab and a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Best looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 04:31) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Parente looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:31) It's unsuccessful, Best maintained a good solid base. (Rd 3 - 04:16) With control of the clinch, Parente tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:16) It's unsuccessful, Best maintained a good solid base. (Rd 3 - 04:03) Breathing very hard, Parente is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 04:03) The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other. (Rd 3 - 03:37) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Parente misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Parente motions for Best to come on and fight. (Rd 3 - 03:14) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:14) Parente dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 3 - 02:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Best is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Parente connects with a left hand. (Rd 3 - 02:38) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 02:38) Clinched with Best, Parente looks to try and take him down. (Rd 3 - 02:38) It's unsuccessful, Best maintained a good solid base. (Rd 3 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Parente tries to take Best down. (Rd 3 - 02:24) Best blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 3 - 02:08) Parente looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 02:08) Parente and Best break the grapple and are apart again, circling. (Rd 3 - 01:50) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 3 - 01:41) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 3 - 01:41) Parente tries to take Best down. (Rd 3 - 01:41) It's unsuccessful, Best maintained a good solid base. (Rd 3 - 01:29) Parente looks to take Best down with a trip. (Rd 3 - 01:29) Parente doesn't get it, Best blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 3 - 01:11) Parente separates from Best and we're back to a stand-off. (Rd 3 - 00:59) Best looks exhausted. (Rd 3 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:44) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 00:44) Best hits a left hand. Parente hits a left hand. (Rd 3 - 00:26) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:26) Parente finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 3 - 00:26) Best finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Parente just about edged it. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Best. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Parente misses with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Best hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:35) Parente looks exhausted. (Rd 4 - 04:35) Best shouts at his opponent, telling them to bring it on. (Rd 4 - 04:20) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 04:20) Parente misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Best dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:38) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 4 - 03:18) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 03:18) Best slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:07) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:07) Parente tries to take Best down. (Rd 4 - 03:07) Best cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 02:51) In guard, Parente throws a couple of punches designed to keep Best guessing. (Rd 4 - 02:24) Best tries to get double underhooks on Parente so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 4 - 02:16) Parente throws some elbows but Best deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 4 - 01:56) Best tries to smother Parente by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 4 - 01:46) For the moment Parente is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 4 - 01:30) Parente doesn't allow Best to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 4 - 01:21) Parente throws some minor strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:56) Parente doesn't let Best pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 4 - 00:49) Parente fires off a few punches. (Rd 4 - 00:33) Best tries to get double underhooks on Parente so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Parente throws some elbows but Best deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 4 - 00:07) Best grabs Parente and draws him in close, smothering him. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Parente. (Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:53) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 04:53) Parente scores with a left hook. (Rd 5 - 04:53) Best lands a one-two. (Rd 5 - 04:27) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 04:27) Best doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross. Parente hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Parente hits a left cross. (Rd 5 - 04:03) Best scores with a left hook. (Rd 5 - 03:57) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 03:57) Parente tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor. (Rd 5 - 03:57) It doesn't work, Best defended against it well. (Rd 5 - 03:41) Clinched with Best, Parente looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 03:41) It doesn't work, Best defended against it well. (Rd 5 - 03:24) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart. (Rd 5 - 03:00) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 5 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:29) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 02:29) Best is off-target with a jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 5 - 02:29) Parente finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 5 - 02:18) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Clinched with Best, Parente looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 02:18) Parente doesn't get it, Best blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 5 - 01:58) With control of the clinch, Parente tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 5 - 01:58) Parente can't get Best down to the ground. (Rd 5 - 01:46) Parente seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart. (Rd 5 - 01:21) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 5 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 5 - 00:50) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 5 - 00:28) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 5 - 00:05) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:05) Clinched with Best, Parente looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 00:05) It doesn't work, Best defended against it well. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Parente 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde: 48-47 Parente. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm gives a score of 49-46 in favour of Best. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Benjamin Milligan III has scored it 49-46 Best. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by split decision, is Darius 'Best In Show' Best! Official Result: Darius 'Best In Show' Best defeats Paulo Sergio Parente (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Darius Best name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Harv Dennis "better get prepared" because he is coming for him. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Kozue Amori (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Underdog: +200) vs. Vitor de Melo (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Recife, Brazil, Favorite: -260) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Amori shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:49) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves de Melo pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 04:41) Time slips away as Amori successfully keeps de Melo stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Amori fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 1 - 03:44) de Melo tries to sweep Amori but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 1 - 03:28) Amori pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 1 - 03:13) de Melo tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Amori. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Amori lies on top of de Melo, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 02:34) In guard, Amori is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:05) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 1 - 01:58) A jab is wide from de Melo, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 01:40) Amori chooses to shoot in on de Melo. (Rd 1 - 01:40) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves de Melo pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Amori fires off some rights, but de Melo isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 01:13) Amori blocks an attempted sweep. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Amori lies on top of de Melo, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Amori pounds away, but de Melo calmly deals with them. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Amori, but only a 10-9. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:51) Amori shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Amori can't get past the sprawl of de Melo and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Amori lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:20) de Melo throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 2 - 04:04) A jab is wide from de Melo, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 03:45) de Melo moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Amori, backing off, hits a weak left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:45) de Melo throws a punch but Amori was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 03:30) de Melo lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Amori appeared to be going for a takedown, but de Melo took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:13) de Melo connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:54) de Melo lands a jab and then catches Amori with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:39) A defensive jab hits from Amori. (Rd 2 - 02:39) de Melo uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:16) de Melo throws a punch but Amori avoids it. (Rd 2 - 02:01) Amori moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 2 - 02:01) de Melo can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Amori with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Amori shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:39) A great sprawl from de Melo prevents the takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Taking a few gulps of breath, de Melo is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 01:15) de Melo fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Amori with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:56) de Melo throws a punch but Amori avoids it. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Amori seizes the chance and grabs de Melo into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Amori is looking to muscle de Melo back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Amori manages it and controls de Melo up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Amori looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but de Melo works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to de Melo, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:49) Amori had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:49) de Melo lands a jab and then catches Amori with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:37) de Melo connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Amori may have been setting up to shoot, but de Melo aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:16) de Melo lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:52) de Melo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Amori with a stunning right hook! (Rd 3 - 03:52) Amori is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 3 - 03:48) de Melo knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Amori, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 3 - 03:48) de Melo pounds away on Amori, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 3 - 03:48) Amori goes limp for a second, referee Harry A. Bierce leaps in to stop the fight! (Rd 3 - 03:33) Vitor de Melo takes the win by knock out! Official Result: Vitor de Melo defeats Kozue Amori (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:27 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Vitor de Melo name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "Big Trouble" Jacco Landeweerd (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Eindhoven, Netherlands, Favorite: -1180) vs. Jacques "The Executioner" Perron (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Paris, France, Underdog: +940) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Perron misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Landeweerd comes in with a jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Moving forward constantly, Perron is pressuring Landeweerd. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Landeweerd lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Perron throws a two-punch combo but Landeweerd avoids both. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Landeweerd hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. Perron is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:47) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Landeweerd hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Perron lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:52) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Perron misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Landeweerd attacks with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:33) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 02:03) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Landeweerd uses a left jab but comes up short on a body kick. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Perron is off target with a left jab but scores with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:46) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:46) Perron uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 01:46) Landeweerd scores with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:24) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Perron misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:57) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Perron misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:33) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Perron misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Landeweerd attacks with a left jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:17) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Landeweerd, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Landeweerd. He knows that this is his fight to lose now. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:53) Perron comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 04:53) Landeweerd fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 04:53) Perron throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Perron comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Landeweerd lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Perron throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Perron is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Perron comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Landeweerd hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Perron throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Perron misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Landeweerd attacks with a jab and a left hand to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Perron scores with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Landeweerd scores with a jab and also scores a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:11) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Landeweerd misses with a left jab and also misses with an attempted shot to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Perron is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Landeweerd feints, causing Perron to move to one side and leave himself wide open. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Perron misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Landeweerd comes in with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 02:38) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Perron falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Landeweerd slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a low kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:22) A few deep breaths betray that Perron is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Perron misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Landeweerd attacks with a left hook to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:58) Perron stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered. (Rd 2 - 01:58) Landeweerd tries to wrestle Perron backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:58) Landeweerd manages it and controls Perron up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Landeweerd smothers Perron against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Landeweerd pins Perron up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Landeweerd smothers Perron against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Landeweerd hits Perron, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Landeweerd drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Perron is trapped against the cage and Landeweerd hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 2 - 00:22) Breathing very hard, Perron is looking ragged. (Rd 2 - 00:22) Landeweerd uses dirty boxing to punish Perron while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Perron gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Landeweerd, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Landeweerd ahead 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:45) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 3 - 04:30) Perron stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered. (Rd 3 - 04:30) Landeweerd is looking to muscle Perron back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:30) Landeweerd does it, Perron is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Landeweerd scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:01) With the cage trapping Perron, Landeweerd looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Landeweerd gets side control off a superb outside leg trip! (Rd 3 - 03:41) Landeweerd throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 3 - 03:22) Landeweerd blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 03:09) Landeweerd attempts the mount. (Rd 3 - 03:09) He is too good for Perron, and has mount. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Landeweerd pounds away and Perron is having serious difficulty surviving them! (Rd 3 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:27) Landeweerd pounds away, landing several great shots that rock Perron! (Rd 3 - 02:12) Landeweerd pounds away and Perron struggles to deal with them. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Landeweerd pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage. (Rd 3 - 01:42) Landeweerd pounds away and Perron eats a few big strikes. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Landeweerd pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage. (Rd 3 - 01:14) Landeweerd fires away with punches, but Perron doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 3 - 00:57) Perron tries to move Landeweerd out of mount but can't. (Rd 3 - 00:35) Landeweerd fires away and Perron is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 3 - 00:35) Perron turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes! (Rd 3 - 00:21) Landeweerd pounds away, landing several clean blows on Perron in the process. (Rd 3 - 00:09) Landeweerd pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Landeweerd is looking really tired. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Landeweerd takes that round easily by 10-8 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Perron is running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:54) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 4 - 04:43) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:43) Perron tries to wriggle free, but Landeweerd controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Landeweerd is trying to muscle Perron up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Landeweerd manages it and controls Perron up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Landeweerd catches Perron with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:58) Perron gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 03:45) Perron is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 03:32) Perron is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 4 - 03:13) Landeweerd smothers Perron against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 4 - 03:02) Landeweerd smothers Perron against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 4 - 02:51) Perron uses his wrestling skills to prevent Landeweerd from throwing any elbow strikes. (Rd 4 - 02:33) Landeweerd pins Perron up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 4 - 02:20) Perron looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 02:20) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 02:05) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 02:05) Landeweerd scores with a left hook. Perron misses with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 4 - 01:50) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:50) Landeweerd uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Perron as they grapple. (Rd 4 - 01:33) Landeweerd looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 4 - 01:33) Using his wrestling skills, Landeweerd is trying to push Perron up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:33) He does so and now has Perron pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:22) Landeweerd drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 4 - 01:15) Landeweerd pins Perron up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 4 - 01:06) Landeweerd uses dirty boxing to punish Perron while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 00:53) Landeweerd smothers Perron against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 4 - 00:35) Landeweerd stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 4 - 00:20) Perron is trapped against the cage and Landeweerd punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 00:08) Perron is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Landeweerd, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Perron is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:47) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 04:47) Perron misses with a big right hand, allowing Landeweerd to counter with a left jab and a great right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:47) There's no question that Perron is getting badly outstruck so far in this fight. (Rd 5 - 04:26) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:26) Landeweerd fails on a leg kick attempt. (Rd 5 - 04:26) Perron is off-target with a jab and also can't hit a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:05) Landeweerd dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a great right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:49) Landeweerd looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Perron doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Landeweerd hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 5 - 03:20) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 03:20) Perron tries to wriggle free, but Landeweerd controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 5 - 03:05) Perron looks totally gassed. (Rd 5 - 03:05) Landeweerd is trying to muscle Perron up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:05) Landeweerd does it, Perron is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:48) Perron is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 02:37) Perron takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 5 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:29) Landeweerd hits a knee strike to the stomach. (Rd 5 - 02:10) Perron takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 5 - 01:59) Landeweerd smothers Perron against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Landeweerd uses a vicious foot stomp. (Rd 5 - 01:37) Perron is trapped against the cage and Landeweerd punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:19) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:10) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:10) Landeweerd dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a nice left hand. (Rd 5 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 5 - 00:49) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 00:49) Perron misses with a big right hand, allowing Landeweerd to counter with a clean right hand. (Rd 5 - 00:43) Perron steps back and tries to cover up...I think he has been hurt! (Rd 5 - 00:43) Perron is dropped by a big right hook! (Rd 5 - 00:37) Moving quickly, Landeweerd comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps! (Rd 5 - 00:37) Landeweerd stomps and kicks away at the stunned Perron but can't put him away! (Rd 5 - 00:13) Landeweerd tries to come in and secure a ground position. (Rd 5 - 00:13) Landeweerd comes around the raised legs and gets side control. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Landeweerd. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 50-45 (Edward Wilde), 50-44 (Johnny Beerbohm) and 50-43 (Benjamin Milligan III). (Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Big Trouble' Jacco Landeweerd wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'Big Trouble' Jacco Landeweerd defeats Jacques 'The Executioner' Perron (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Jacco Landeweerd name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Jacco Landeweerd says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Stjepan "The Mammoth" Andric (16-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Zadar, Croatia, Favorite: -460) vs. Ilson de Lima (18-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +360) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Shaunagh Irvine. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) de Lima initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Andric tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:55) de Lima connects with a nice jab and then he catches Andric with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:40) de Lima steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Andric fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:40) de Lima can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Andric with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:26) de Lima attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Andric scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 04:26) de Lima can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:07) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Andric misses with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:07) de Lima hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:54) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 03:29) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Andric uses a left jab while backing away. (Rd 1 - 03:09) de Lima can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Andric with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 02:49) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:16) de Lima steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Andric fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 02:16) de Lima connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 01:58) de Lima forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:58) Andric hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:58) de Lima can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Andric with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Moving forward constantly, de Lima is pressuring Andric. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Andric throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 01:35) de Lima can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:19) de Lima comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Andric hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:19) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for de Lima. (Rd 1 - 01:05) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 00:42) de Lima is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 1 - 00:31) de Lima initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:31) Andric hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:31) de Lima lands a left hand and then he hits Andric with a body kick. (Rd 1 - 00:08) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Andric misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. de Lima comes in with a jab and a leg kick that misses. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to de Lima. (Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Andric looks a little shell-shocked too. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Andric misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:47) de Lima scores with a jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick. (Rd 2 - 04:24) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 2 - 03:58) de Lima moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Andric into exchanging strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Andric lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 03:58) de Lima lands two jabs and then he hits Andric with a powerful leg kick. (Rd 2 - 03:37) de Lima connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:15) de Lima is off target with a left jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Andric is off-target with a jab but lands a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:07) de Lima is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 2 - 03:02) Andric looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but de Lima simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:02) de Lima lands a jab and then catches Andric with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 02:41) de Lima comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Andric lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:41) A jab is wide from de Lima, but then he catches Andric with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 02:34) Breathing very hard, de Lima is looking ragged. (Rd 2 - 02:34) Barely able to walk now, the damage Andric has taken to his legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:25) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Andric lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:25) de Lima finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 02:06) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 01:42) de Lima looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 2 - 01:42) With control of the clinch, Andric tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:42) The takedown is completed, Andric gets side control from it. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Andric attempts a kimura. (Rd 2 - 01:29) de Lima fights off the kimura attempt. (Rd 2 - 01:04) de Lima tries to pull guard on Andric but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Andric looks to get a mount. (Rd 2 - 00:53) de Lima tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back. (Rd 2 - 00:25) Andric fires away and de Lima is eating powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 2 - 00:25) With de Lima taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight! (Rd 2 - 00:07) Stjepan Andric takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Stjepan 'The Mammoth' Andric defeats Ilson de Lima (TKO (Strikes) in 4:53 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Stjepan Andric thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Souleymane Ya Konan, saying that he'll destroy him. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Halifax Smasher" Linton Renn (9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Halifax, England, Favorite: -580) vs. "The MVP" Manny Van Post (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rotterdam, Netherlands, Underdog: +460) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:55) A jab hits home from Van Post and then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Van Post hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Van Post closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Van Post can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Van Post hits a left jab and then hits Renn with a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Van Post can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a fast high right kick to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Renn steps back against the cage and tries to cover up...I think he has been hurt! (Rd 1 - 03:30) Van Post tries to get Renn into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Van Post achieves it, Renn is too dazed and could not fight free. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Van Post holds the clinch despite Renn struggling to get free. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Renn uses his grappling to move from being stuck in a Muay Thai clinch to the collar-and-elbow position. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Renn tries to wrestle Van Post backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Renn manages it and controls Van Post up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Renn pins Van Post up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Van Post, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Renn is exerting. (Rd 1 - 02:17) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Van Post is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Van Post is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Renn has over him. (Rd 1 - 00:55) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 1 - 00:09) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Van Post took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Van Post to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:48) A tentative jab from Renn lands. (Rd 2 - 04:48) A jab hits home from Van Post and then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Van Post can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Renn with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:12) Van Post comes in looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:12) A jab is wide from Van Post, but then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 04:07) For the first time, Van Post is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Renn hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Van Post can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Renn with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Van Post hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:26) Van Post looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:26) A defensive jab hits from Renn. (Rd 2 - 03:26) A jab lands from Van Post, but Renn dodges a big right head kick follow-up. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Van Post closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Van Post connects with a jab, but Renn avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Van Post glances at his corner and gets a thumbs up in response. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Van Post closes in on Renn, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:32) A tentative jab from Renn lands. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Van Post throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:12) Van Post hits a left jab and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Van Post can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Renn warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Van Post lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Renn limps slightly as he circles. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Renn keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Van Post can't connect with a jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 01:04) A few deep breaths betray that Van Post is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 2 - 01:04) Renn is limping noticeably. (Rd 2 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Van Post moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Renn lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Van Post can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Van Post moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Van Post connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Van Post fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Renn with a body kick. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Van Post doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Renn has an obvious limp as he circles. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Van Post, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Van Post up 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:54) A jab is wide from Van Post, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Van Post comes in looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Renn may have been aiming to get in close, but Van Post aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Van Post throws a two-punch combo but Renn avoids both. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Van Post can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Van Post moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 03:51) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Van Post. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Even worse, Renn manages to catch the last kick! (Rd 3 - 03:43) Seeing his opportunity, Renn tries to put Van Post on the mat. (Rd 3 - 03:43) Renn can't get Van Post down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:29) Renn leans all of his weight up against Van Post, pressing him against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:29) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 3 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:25) Van Post is trapped against the cage and Renn hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 3 - 02:07) Renn traps Van Post up against the cage, using double underhooks for control. (Rd 3 - 02:07) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 3 - 01:03) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:03) Renn is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:55) Van Post comes in looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:55) Van Post lands a left jab, but Renn avoids a big right. (Rd 3 - 00:40) Van Post looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 00:27) Renn appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Van Post took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 00:27) Van Post lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:04) Van Post can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Renn. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Van Post up 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:51) Van Post can't connect with a jab, but then hits Renn with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:32) Van Post confidently comes in closer. (Rd 4 - 04:32) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Renn, but Van Post was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:32) Van Post lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Renn shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Van Post almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Renn holds the other. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Renn can't get Van Post down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:53) Unable to get free, Van Post is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:53) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 4 - 02:45) Renn pins Van Post up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:30) Van Post is trapped against the cage and Renn punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 02:15) Renn presses Van Post up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:15) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 4 - 01:01) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 00:46) Van Post connects with a nice jab and then catches Renn with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 00:32) Van Post looks totally gassed. (Rd 4 - 00:23) A tired-looking Renn shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:23) Renn can't get past the sprawl of Van Post and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Renn. (Rd 4 - 00:00) We go into the final round with everything still to fight for. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:50) Renn looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Van Post simply took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:50) Van Post throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 5 - 04:37) Renn steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 5 - 04:37) A jab hits home from Van Post and then he hits Renn with a leg kick. (Rd 5 - 04:10) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Renn. (Rd 5 - 04:10) Renn gets hold of a leg but Van Post remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 5 - 04:10) Unable to complete the takedown, Renn instead pushes Van Post up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:48) Renn shows his grappling ability by trapping Van Post up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:48) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 5 - 02:36) An ugly but effective tactic, Renn is pressing Van Post up against the cage and slowly wearing him down. (Rd 5 - 02:36) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so. (Rd 5 - 01:25) Renn is looking really tired. (Rd 5 - 01:25) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center. (Rd 5 - 01:12) Van Post moves in on Renn, preparing to throw. (Rd 5 - 01:12) Renn had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 5 - 01:12) Van Post can't connect with a jab, but then catches Renn with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 5 - 00:57) Van Post lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 00:38) Van Post steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 5 - 00:38) Van Post can't connect with a jab, but then catches Renn with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:17) A one-two from Van Post fails to land. (Rd 5 - 00:06) Renn is able to grab Van Post. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Renn, but only a 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse scores the contest as 48-47 to Renn. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Van Post. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm: 48-47 Renn. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by split decision, is 'The Halifax Smasher' Linton Renn! Official Result: 'The Halifax Smasher' Linton Renn defeats 'The MVP' Manny Van Post (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor. Post-Fight: Linton Renn thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Showing respect, Linton Renn praises Van Post for his skill and toughness. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Dallas Cowboy" Sam Hoynes (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Dallas, Texas, Favorite: -950) vs. Lachlan "The Thing" Bowen (12-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Underdog: +750) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a pre-fight staredown, which is almost comical as Hoynes is so much taller than Bowen. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Bowen keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Hoynes can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Bowen with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Hoynes lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Hoynes steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 04:13) A jab hits home from Hoynes and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Hoynes fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:35) Hoynes confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:35) Hoynes lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Hoynes connects with a nice jab and then hits Bowen with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Hoynes shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Hoynes drives forward and nails Bowen with a huge double leg takedown! (Rd 1 - 02:50) The takedown leaves Bowen seated with his back pressed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Hoynes pounds away with rights, but Bowen covers up and only a couple manage to get through. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Hoynes begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position. (Rd 1 - 02:27) He does brilliantly, and manages to get full mount on Bowen! (Rd 1 - 01:55) Hoynes tries to lock Bowen in an armbar. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Bowen gets caught by the armbar, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 1 - 01:18) 'The Dallas Cowboy' Sam Hoynes takes the win by submission! Official Result: 'The Dallas Cowboy' Sam Hoynes defeats Lachlan 'The Thing' Bowen (Submission (Armbar) in 3:42 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Sam Hoynes thanks everybody connected to Halvorsen's for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and say that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Reynolds "Grizzly" Bear (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Bristol, England, Underdog: +270) vs. Nate "Big Mac" MacReary (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Greater Napanee, Ontario, Favorite: -350) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) MacReary, being in front of a home crowd, gets a loud cheer as he enters. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Baer dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:38) MacReary covers up...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt! (Rd 1 - 04:38) MacReary takes a right hand! (Rd 1 - 04:30) Baer moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand around the guard! MacReary goes down! (Rd 1 - 04:25) Baer quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned MacReary! (Rd 1 - 04:25) Baer fires away with punches and MacReary is taking powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 1 - 04:25) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 04:14) By TKO, the winner is Reynolds Baer! Official Result: Reynolds 'Grizzly' Baer defeats Nate 'Big Mac' MacReary (TKO (Strikes) in 0:46 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Reynolds Baer name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. There's no doubt that Reynolds Baer benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Urban Cowboy" Steve Mason (11-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Houston, Texas, Favorite: -430) vs. Shing Lai (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Shanghai, China, Underdog: +340) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Lai warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Mason doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Lai takes the chance and grabs Mason into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Lai tries to wrestle Mason backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Mason ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Lai presses Mason up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:22) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for thirty seconds or more. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Lai smothers Mason up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:43) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Circling warily, Lai is looking for a chance to shoot. (Rd 1 - 02:18) A jab hits home from Mason and then he lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 01:52) A tentative jab from Lai lands. (Rd 1 - 01:52) Mason connects with a nice jab and then catches Lai with a right kick to the head. (Rd 1 - 01:29) A jab lands from Mason, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Mason can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Lai with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Mason lands a jab and then hits Lai with a body kick. (Rd 1 - 00:22) Mason lands a left hand and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Mason moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Mason connects with a nice jab and then catches Lai with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mason. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) Mason hits two left jabs and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Mason raises his arms and plays to the crowd, never taking his eyes off his opponent. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Circling warily, Lai is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 04:15) A jab lands from Mason, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 03:42) A jab hits home from Mason and then he hits Lai with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Mason is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Lai looks like he wants to shoot but is wary of getting hit on the way in. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Mason connects with a nice jab and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 02:45) A jab is wide from Mason, but then he scores with a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:28) Mason connects with a nice jab and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Mason hits a left jab and then hits Lai with a great high right head kick. (Rd 2 - 01:55) Covering up, Lai backs off until trapped against the cage! Mason may have rocked him! (Rd 2 - 01:55) Lai somehow dodges a vicious overhand right. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Lai clears his head and circles away from the cage back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:40) A jab lands from Mason, but Lai catches the low kick that it set up! (Rd 2 - 01:30) Mason hops on one foot, trying to balance. Lai tries for a takedown attempt. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Mason gets taken down and has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 01:17) Lai pounds away on Mason but can't land anything significant. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Lai leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Mason. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Lai pounds away on Mason but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Lai leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Mason. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Mason is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Lai off of him. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Mason, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Mason up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:45) Mason lands a jab and then hits Lai with a high right head kick. (Rd 3 - 04:26) Mason lands a left hand and then hits Lai with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:05) Mason connects with two left jabs, but Lai avoids a big right. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Mason moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Lai looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Mason simply took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Mason lands two left hands and then scores with a lovely right head kick. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Lai wobbles, but does not go down...he is hurt! He covers up and backs up until trapped against the cage, but Mason is already advancing to try and finish! (Rd 3 - 03:28) Mason lands a right uppercut but did not get all of it, Lai partially blocked it! (Rd 3 - 03:20) Lai can't cover up well enough and gets clocked with a right hand to the side of the head and goes down hard! (Rd 3 - 03:13) Mason moves in quickly, kneeling beside Lai and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 3 - 03:13) Mason pounds away on Lai, landing several great shots that rock him! (Rd 3 - 03:13) With Lai taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight! (Rd 3 - 02:58) Steve Mason takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: 'The Urban Cowboy' Steve Mason defeats Shing Lai (TKO (Strikes) in 2:02 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Steve Mason gives a name-check to everyone at Pittsburgh Steel, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "Sweet Baby" Tank Manu'a (20-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Pago Pago, American Samoa, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Swedish Predator" Ed Bensson (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Stockholm, Sweden, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Bensson uses a right jab, but Manu'a avoids the kick to the body that it set up. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Bensson moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Bensson lands a right jab, but misses with a vicious left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Bensson can't hit a set-up right jab, but then catches Manu'a with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Bensson looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Two jabs hit home from Bensson and then he hits Manu'a with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Bensson can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits Manu'a with a great high left head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:07) Manu'a was rocked by that last shot! He backs away until up against the cage, covering up, but looks very unsteady! (Rd 1 - 03:07) Bensson hits a straight left hand! Dazed, Manu'a continues to cover up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Bensson smashes Manu'a with a big left hand through the guard! Manu'a can do nothing but try and cover up! (Rd 1 - 03:00) Referee Harry A. Bierce jumps in and saves Manu'a from taking any more shots! (Rd 1 - 02:51) 'Swedish Predator' Ed Bensson takes the win by TKO! Official Result: 'Swedish Predator' Ed Bensson defeats 'Sweet Baby' Tank Manu'a (TKO (Strikes) in 2:09 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Ed Bensson thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he calls out Gaby Corrales, saying that "he can't beat me". CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Not-So-Gentle-Giant" Fritz Phipps (9-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Favorite: -1200) vs. Terry "Sitting" Bull (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Devon, England, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Phipps initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Bull throws a counter right but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Phipps lands a left hand and then he hits Bull with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Phipps steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Phipps looks to pressure Bull, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Phipps lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:18) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Phipps steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Bull fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Phipps hits a left jab and then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:28) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 02:54) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Phipps attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Bull throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Phipps can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Phipps forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Bull throws a counter right but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Phipps uses a left jab but Bull evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 01:44) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Bull lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Phipps fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 01:00) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 00:38) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Phipps looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Phipps lands a jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was an exciting round, hopefully the fighters will continue with that pace in the next. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Phipps. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Phipps to go on and win this fight now that the first round has gone his way. (Rd 1 - 00:00) It's hard to see a scenario where Bull can do enough to take this fight. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:46) Phipps steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Bull throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 2 - 04:46) A jab is wide from Phipps, but then he catches Bull with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:23) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Bull misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a massive right hook to the jaw! (Rd 2 - 04:14) Bull goes down hard, he's out! (Rd 2 - 04:14) By knock out, the winner is Fritz Phipps! Official Result: 'The Not-So-Gentle Giant' Fritz Phipps defeats Terry 'Sitting' Bull (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:46 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Fritz Phipps thanks everyone connected to KO fighters for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Fritz Phipps celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Christopher "The Knife" Sharp (35-15, 0-0 CTC, From: Erie, Pennsylvania, Favorite: -510) vs. "The Destroyer" Libor Pudil (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Liberec, Czech Republic, Underdog: +400) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Benjamin Milligan III, Shaunagh Irvine, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a big size difference in this fight, Sharp is probably at least 20lbs heavier. That's a major disadvantage for Pudil to try and overcome. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Up close, they start wrestling. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Sharp works his way to a dominant position. (Rd 1 - 04:41) Sharp uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Pudil. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Sharp is trying to muscle Pudil up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Sharp does it, Pudil is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Pudil is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 1 - 04:14) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Pudil is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Pudil is pressed up against the cage and held there. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Sharp and Pudil remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 01:43) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Harry A. Bierce restarts them back in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:33) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position. (Rd 1 - 01:33) Sharp is the aggressor. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Sharp hits Pudil with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 1 - 01:12) With a good grip giving him solid control over Pudil, Sharp looks to wrestle him down. (Rd 1 - 01:12) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a belly-to-belly! Pudil pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Sharp throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Sharp unloads with some right hands, but Pudil deals with them comfortably. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Sharp feels Pudil prepare to scramble for position and makes sure it doesn't happen. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Sharp, but only a 10-9. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:46) Sharp moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Sharp lands two jabs, but Pudil avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Sharp hits a left jab and then catches Pudil with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Pudil appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Sharp took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Sharp connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Pudil has a large gash on his forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward his eyes. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Sharp works his way to a dominant position. (Rd 2 - 03:26) Sharp uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Pudil as they grapple. (Rd 2 - 03:06) Sharp has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Pudil to the ground. (Rd 2 - 03:06) The underhooks are used to set up a trip, Pudil is left on his back under side control! (Rd 2 - 02:50) Sharp begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Sharp shifts to mount. (Rd 2 - 02:13) Sharp pounds away on Pudil, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 2 - 02:13) Referee Harry A. Bierce is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 2 - 01:59) Christopher 'The Knife' Sharp takes the win by TKO! Official Result: Christopher 'The Knife' Sharp defeats 'The Destroyer' Libor Pudil (TKO (Strikes) in 3:01 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Christopher Sharp thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Christopher Sharp celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Elzo Alves Moura (14-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Favorite: -1200) vs. Tadasu Tsukahara (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Shaunagh Irvine. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:53) Moura comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Tsukahara hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Moura lands a jab and then he catches Tsukahara with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Tsukahara throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Moving forward constantly, Moura is pressuring Tsukahara. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Tsukahara hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Tsukahara falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:05) A jab hits home from Moura and then he hits Tsukahara with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:46) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Moura slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Moura steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Tsukahara fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Moura can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits Tsukahara with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:45) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Moura slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 01:58) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Moura comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Moura bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Moura connects with a nice jab and then he catches Tsukahara with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:23) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Moura lands a left hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Tsukahara is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Moving forward constantly, Moura is pressuring Tsukahara. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Tsukahara throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Moura can't connect with a jab, but then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Tsukahara confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Tsukahara throws a punch but Moura was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Tsukahara confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Moura may have been aiming to get in close, but Tsukahara aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:28) A one-two from Tsukahara fails to land. (Rd 1 - 00:02) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Tsukahara misses with a big right hand, allowing Moura to counter with a left jab and a powerful straight right! (Rd 1 - 00:02) Judging from his reaction, Moura may have a broken hand after landing that last punch. (Rd 1 - 00:02) If it's a break, that's really going to affect his striking ability dramatically. (Rd 1 - 00:00) He's down! Tsukahara falls to the floor! (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Moura. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Moura, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:50) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:50) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Moura tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Tsukahara finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:38) A pair of tentative jabs from Moura land, but have zero effect. (Rd 2 - 04:38) A jab is wide from Tsukahara, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Tsukahara is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Moura shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Tsukahara almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Moura holds the other. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Moura uses the position to drive Tsukahara up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Moura looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 2 - 03:53) He sweeps the leg, sending Tsukahara to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control! (Rd 2 - 03:41) Moura tries to lock Tsukahara in a kimura. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Tsukahara gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! (Rd 2 - 03:01) The winner, by submission; Elzo Alves Moura! Official Result: Elzo Alves Moura defeats Tadasu Tsukahara (Submission (Kimura) in 1:59 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Elzo Alves Moura gives a name-check to everyone at House of Pain, all his various sponsors, then all of his family, friends, and supporters. Elzo Alves Moura says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Brazilian Bomber" Gladstone Lopes (16-2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Favorite: -890) vs. "Granite" Kevin Portman (13-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Underdog: +710) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Shaunagh Irvine, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The weight difference here is obvious, as Portman must be giving up at least 20lbs to his opponent. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Lopes comes forward, walking down Portman. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Portman lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:52) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Lopes. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Lopes comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Portman scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Lopes can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Portman with a spin kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Moving forward constantly, Lopes is pressuring Portman. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Portman tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Lopes hits a left jab and then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 03:58) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Portman misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Lopes to attack with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:42) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 03:13) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:54) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:22) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 02:06) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Portman hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Lopes drives a kick into the thigh area. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Lopes comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Portman hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Lopes throws a one-two, but Portman was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Lopes comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Portman misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Lopes fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Portman with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:02) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Portman is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Lopes steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Portman hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Lopes connects with a jab but Portman evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 00:16) Lopes connects with a nice jab and then hits Portman with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Lopes. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Lopes, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:53) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:53) Portman misses with a big right hand, allowing Lopes to counter with a jab and a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Portman has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Lopes steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Portman manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 04:28) A jab is wide from Lopes, but then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Taking a few gulps of breath, Lopes is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Lopes misses a jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Portman misses a jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 03:49) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 2 - 03:27) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Lopes misses with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Portman has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 03:15) Portman is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:08) Portman misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Lopes comes in with a kick to the leg. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Portman limps pretty heavily as he circles around. (Rd 2 - 02:39) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:39) The two fighters strike, but without success. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Lopes goes for a leg kick but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Portman has a right hand blocked. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Lopes is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Lopes forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Portman scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Lopes misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick to the legs. (Rd 2 - 02:10) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:10) A successful feint leaves Portman vulnerable. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Portman misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Lopes to attack with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Lopes steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Portman lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Lopes can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 01:37) Portman is limping noticeably. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Portman misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a kick to the body that gets parried. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Portman has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 2 - 01:11) Lopes stalks forward, pressuring Portman. (Rd 2 - 01:11) Portman hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:11) Lopes fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Lopes doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:43) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Lopes, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Using his wrestling skills, Lopes is trying to push Portman up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:24) Portman doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 2 - 00:08) Portman attempts to wrestle Lopes to the ground. (Rd 2 - 00:08) Lopes stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Lopes. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Lopes ahead 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:53) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:53) Lopes has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 04:53) Portman is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 04:32) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Portman is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 04:05) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:05) Lopes misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 3 - 04:05) Portman doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:50) Portman limps pretty heavily as he circles around. (Rd 3 - 03:37) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Portman hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Lopes scores with a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Standing and trading is not working for Portman, so far in this fight he has simply been out-classed and out-struck. (Rd 3 - 03:19) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:19) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike. (Rd 3 - 03:19) Lopes misses a jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 03:19) Portman is off-target with a jab and also can't hit a right cross. (Rd 3 - 03:09) Breathing very hard, Portman is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Portman lands a left hook. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Lopes lands a leg kick. (Rd 3 - 02:47) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 3 - 02:47) Using his wrestling skills, Lopes is trying to push Portman up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:47) Lopes manages it and controls Portman up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:34) Lopes seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 02:34) Lopes hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:22) Lopes tries to foot stomp Portman, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:02) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 3 - 01:46) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 01:46) Portman misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 01:31) Portman can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 3 - 01:17) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 01:17) Lopes misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Portman comes in with a jab and a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:05) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 3 - 01:05) Lopes is trying to push Portman so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:05) He does so and now has Portman pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:45) From the looks of things, I don't think Portman has much energy left. (Rd 3 - 00:45) Lopes hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 00:33) Lopes catches Portman with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 3 - 00:27) The gas tank looks empty on Lopes. (Rd 3 - 00:27) Lopes tries to throw an elbow, but Portman seizes the chance to create some space and break free. (Rd 3 - 00:02) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:02) Lopes uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 00:02) Portman lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Lopes. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Portman needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:54) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:54) Lopes misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 4 - 04:36) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:36) Lopes is trying to push Portman so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:36) Lopes manages it and controls Portman up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:21) Portman gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 04:07) Lopes smothers Portman against the cage and stomps down on his foot. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Lopes smothers Portman against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 4 - 03:45) Lopes attempts to hit a knee to the thigh area but Portman tightens the clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:28) Lopes looks for a knee to the thigh, but Portman works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 4 - 03:15) Portman is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take. (Rd 4 - 03:07) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 03:07) Portman slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 4 - 02:54) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Lopes tries to wrestle Portman backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Lopes can't do it though, and Portman gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 4 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 4 - 02:29) Portman tries to take Lopes down. (Rd 4 - 02:29) It doesn't work, Lopes defended against it well. (Rd 4 - 02:17) The gas tank looks empty on Portman. (Rd 4 - 02:17) Portman attempts to wrestle Lopes to the ground. (Rd 4 - 02:17) Lopes blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 4 - 01:59) Portman seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart. (Rd 4 - 01:40) Limping heavily, Portman is struggling to move around. (Rd 4 - 01:40) Lopes motions for Portman to come on and fight. (Rd 4 - 01:31) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:31) Lopes slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 4 - 01:17) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 4 - 01:07) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Lopes tries to wrestle Portman backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Lopes achieves it, pinning Portman to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:55) Portman gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 00:42) Portman gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 00:28) Lopes hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 4 - 00:15) Lopes goes for a knee to the thigh but Portman wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Lopes, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Portman really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Portman needs to protect his ribs better, a large bruise is beginning to develop and may as well have a target painted on it too. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:52) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Lopes is off target with a left jab but hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 5 - 04:32) Portman finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 5 - 04:14) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 5 - 04:00) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:00) Portman hits a left cross. (Rd 5 - 04:00) Lopes finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 5 - 03:49) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:49) Lopes tries to use some dirty boxing, but Portman uses his wrestling skills to smother him. (Rd 5 - 03:32) Lopes is trying to push Portman so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:32) Lopes achieves it, pinning Portman to the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:14) Portman gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 03:01) Portman is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 5 - 02:46) Lopes stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 5 - 02:36) Lopes hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 5 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:26) Lopes catches Portman with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:11) Portman uses his wrestling skills to prevent Lopes from throwing any knee strikes. (Rd 5 - 01:52) Lopes drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 5 - 01:43) Referee William Yeats thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 5 - 01:43) Limping heavily, Portman is struggling to move around. (Rd 5 - 01:36) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 01:36) Portman lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 5 - 01:36) Lopes doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 5 - 01:07) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 01:07) Portman uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 5 - 01:07) Lopes connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 00:51) That last shot clearly hurt Portman, although he tries to disguise it by flashing a wide smile in response. (Rd 5 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 5 - 00:51) Barely able to walk now, the damage Portman has taken to his legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 5 - 00:36) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 00:36) Portman dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:25) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:25) Lopes is trying to push Portman so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:25) Lopes achieves it, pinning Portman to the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:12) Lopes attempts to hit a knee but Portman tightens the clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Lopes. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 50-45 (Shaunagh Irvine), 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 49-46 (Edward Wilde). (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Brazilian Bomber' Gladstone Lopes! Official Result: 'The Brazilian Bomber' Gladstone Lopes defeats 'Granite' Kevin Portman (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Gladstone Lopes gives a name-check to everyone at House of Pain, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and he responds by calling out Aleksander Ivanov, saying he will kick his ass. MAIN EVENT CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Tower of Power" Tim Boyer (27-5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Favorite: -960) vs. "Big" Joss Wiltshire (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Wichita Falls, Texas, Underdog: +760) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Shaunagh Irvine, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Boyer is much the larger fighter, at an estimate he must have 25lbs at least on Wiltshire. That could prove significant as the fight unfolds. (Rd 1 - 05:00) About to fight in front of a home crowd, Boyer unsurprisingly gets a loud ovation from the crowd as he makes his entrance. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Boyer throws a two-punch combo but Wiltshire avoids both. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Wiltshire takes the chance and grabs Boyer into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Using his wrestling skills, Wiltshire is trying to push Boyer up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Boyer ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Boyer wrestles back against Wiltshire, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:44) Boyer can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Wiltshire with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Moving around, Wiltshire is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Boyer fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Wiltshire with a body kick. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Boyer looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Boyer can't connect with a jab, but then catches Wiltshire with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Boyer can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Wiltshire with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:28) Boyer connects with a nice jab and then hits Wiltshire with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Boyer rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Boyer can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Wiltshire appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Boyer moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Wiltshire appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Boyer took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Boyer lands a jab and then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw! (Rd 1 - 01:51) Wiltshire hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 1 - 01:43) Boyer moves in quickly, kneeling beside Wiltshire and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 1 - 01:43) Boyer starts unloading with massive rights and Wiltshire is getting pasted! (Rd 1 - 01:43) Referee William Yeats jumps in and saves Wiltshire from taking any more shots! (Rd 1 - 01:25) 'The Tower Of Power' Tim Boyer takes the win by TKO! Official Result: 'The Tower Of Power' Tim Boyer defeats 'Big' Joss Wiltshire (TKO (Strikes) in 3:35 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Tim Boyer gives a name-check to everyone at Slaughterhouse, all his various sponsors, then all of his family, friends, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him. Attendance: 23 Gate Reciepts: $2,378 Sponsorship: $24,548 Ad Revenue: $32,957 Merchandise: $4,459 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $171,359) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Tim Boyer $54,540 Joss Wiltshire $10,132 FotN: Both: $10,000 Gladstone Lopes $4,080 Kevin Portman $1,680 Elzo Alves Moura $6,120 Tadasu Tsukahara $1,320 Christopher Sharp $4,250 Libor Pudil $1,800 Fritz Phipps $7,550 Terry Bull $1,680 KotN: Phipps: $5,000 Ed Bensson $5,170 Tank Manu'a $4,200 Perf: Bensson: $5,000 Steve Mason $4,250 Shing Lai $132 Reynolds Baer $9,080 Nate MacReary $2,040 Perf: Baer: $5,000 Sam Hoynes $9,420 Lachlan Bowen $1,560 SotN: Hoynes: $5,000 Linton Renn $2,380 Manny Van Post $1,800 Stjepan Andric $3,300 Ilson de Lima $1,500 Jacco Landeweerd $3,900 Jacques Perron $1,100 Vitor de Melo $2,250 Kozue Amori $1,400 Darius Best $1,950 Paulo Sergio Parente $1,300 Randall Donnelly $1,950 Barry Strachan $2,200 Gerson Mauricio $3,300 Jukichi Ito $110 Morgan Wakarewarewa $2,700 Aston Merryman $1,300 Antonio Santos $5,165 Roope Kuqi $1,600 Perf: Santos: $5,000 Nelson Kenney $1,650 Razor Rivers $1,500 Drug Testing: $21,394 Production: $21,651 Profit: $-150,062 Critical Rating: 71% Commercial Rating: 46% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada -0.5% 77.5% (High Level Regional) USA -0.4% 84.1% (High Level Regonal) UK -1.6% 76.2% (High Level Regional) Europe -0.2% 49.6% (Mid Level Regional) Australia -0.5% 61.6% (Mid Level Regional) Japan -0.8% 61.5% (Mid Level Regional) Asia -0.2% 57.4% (Mid Level Regional) Russia +0.1% 48.1% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico -0.2% 56.5% (Mid Level Regional) South America -1.6% 71.4% (High Level Regional) Central America -0.1% 58.0% (Mid Level Regional) Africa +0.9% 29.9% (Low Level Regional) News - The drug test results have come back for Canadian Tournament Combat 31, and all fighters have tested clean. - The drug test results have come back for Canadian Tournament Combat 32, and Pedro Alves tested positive for a performance enhancing substance following his second round submission victory over Ryan Fenniman. Alves is suspended for a year, and his victory has been overturned to a No Contest. He has been fired by Canadian Tournament Combat, and will be replaced in the tournament by Tyler Aidi, a young Canadian fighter who lost a razor thing Split Decision to Taki Inouye at the same show. Aidi will face Heiko Pander in the Third Round. - Elzo Alves Moura suffered a strained wrist in his victory over Tadasu Tsukahara, and will miss a few days of training, but it shouldn't impact his ability to continue in the tournament. - The following fighters have been released by CTC after their elimination from the tournament: Joss Wiltshire, Kevin Portman, Tadasu Tsukahara, Libor Pudil, Terry Bull, Tank Manu'a, Shing Lai, Manny Van Post, Ilson de Lima, Jacques Perron, Kozue Amori, Paulo Sergio Parente, Barry Strachan, Jukichi Ito, Aston Merryman, Roope Kuqi, and Razor Rivers. - The services of Nate MacReary and Lachlan Bowen have been retained per Canadian fighter rules. - After his big victory over Nate MacReary, Reynolds Baer will prepare for this second round fight against rookie phenom Ed Bensson at KO Fighters. He may even stick there if things go well. He joined the team in order to improve his striking going into the fight. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows None Predictions None Confirmed Fights For CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round (Round of 64) Armen Sarkisian vs. Bast Moulke Nimrod Wickhammersley vs. Toshiya Furube Fatuma Roy vs. Tyke Milligan Duke Aiona vs. Jozef Jankowski Ari Peltonen vs. Scotty Arnsson Harv Dennis vs. Giovanni de Matos Rav Kapur vs. Kieran Morgan Bunjiro Sammiya vs. Mugur Boc Mason Archer vs. Sly Twinge Eien Kawano vs. Lee Chavis Aleksander Ivanov vs. Bronson Berle Sylvester Collins vs. Souleymane Ya Konan Carter Potter vs. Perry Potenkin Kanezane Fujii vs. Mort Slingsby Pai Cheng vs. Sergio do Vale Ikuhisa Tamura vs. Amir Ahmed Hiro Arai vs. Hayden Ellery Paulie Albarado vs. Gaby Corrales Gyokusho Fujimoto vs. Jean-Pierre Richelleau Kurt McDonald vs. Kerlon Guerra de Bastos Murilo Satinho vs. Ozzy Bintley Sanraku Kawabata vs. Deverill Butt Gladstone Lopes vs. Linton Renn Gerson Mauricio vs. Fritz Phipps Terron Cabal vs. Randall Donnelly Nelson Kenney vs. Vitor de Melo Elzo Alves Moura vs. Antonio Santos Christopher Sharp vs. Jacco Landeweerd Tim Boyer vs. Morgan Wakarewarewa Steve Mason vs. Darius Best Ed Bensson vs. Reynolds Baer Sam Hoynes vs. Stjepan Andric

Sunday, Week 4, June 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Tower of Power" Tim Boyer (27-5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #6, Favorite: -960) vs. "Big" Joss Wiltshire (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #123, Underdog: +760) Tim Boyer is a veteran Heavyweight, one of the most difficult fighters in North America to take on due to his size, massive reach, and ability to simultaneously use the clinch to both shut down the opponents offence and do serious damage himself. He is particularly noted for how devastating his knee strikes are. A GAMMA regular, he has beaten pretty much every Heavyweight who has fought for the company with the sole exception of James Foster, who he has not been able to unseat as champion. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Duke Aiona in GAMMA. Joss Wiltshire was a standout wrestler in college who is now looking to make an impact on MMA. A powerful competitor who loves to use his grappling to control and wear down opponents, he has also been trained in the art of submission wrestling and is extremely good at finishing opponents off with holds once he gets on top of them. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Brazilian Bomber" Gladstone Lopes (16-2-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #10, Favorite: -890) vs. "Granite" Kevin Portman (13-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #119, Underdog: +710) Gladstone Lopes is a kick boxer by trade and is highly respected for his raw punching power and killer leg kicks. However, he is far from a one-dimensional striker as he also has a very underrated grappling game too. After a few matches with FLB he came on the radar of GAMMA, who signed him in December 1998. Promoted heavily from day one, he had his first Heavyweight title shot in 2000, and despite many predictions from the media that he would win, he fell in defeat to James Foster for his first pro loss. He is coming off a Split Decision loss to Tony McCall in GAMMA. Kevin Portman is possibly the most physically intimidating man in MMA, and is a former bodybuilder who looks like he was carved from granite, hence the nickname. Unfortunately for him, his skills do not match his look, and although he can do damage because of the power he possesses, he is no match for the elite in the sport. MAIN CARD CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Elzo Alves Moura (14-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #14, Favorite: -1200) vs. Tadasu Tsukahara (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #115, Underdog: +950) Elzo Alves Moura is a very tough customer, who has the twin threats of being able to knock opponents out with his powerful hands or submit them with his jiu-jitsu prowess. He has very few weaknesses, making him one of the most dangerous Heavyweights around. He was the very first FLB Heavyweight champion, but lost the belt, and the subsequent match, to Murilo Satinho. Now a regular with ALPHA-1 and in his prime, many expect him to do well in Japan. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Ikuhisa Tamura in ALPHA-1. Tadasu Tsukahara is a big submission based wrestler, who is one of the new generation of Japanese fighters that many have high hopes for. Very capable on the ground, he just needs experience and to work on his ragged striking game. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Christopher "The Knife" Sharp (35-15, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #19, Favorite: -510) vs. "The Destroyer" Libor Pudil (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #110, Underdog: +400) Christopher Sharp is the biggest MMA star that never was, an elite wrestler who could toss opponents around like rag dolls, everyone felt he was going to be a poster boy for the sport. He fizzled out though, primarily because of his glass chin and poor striking, and by the time GAMMA started becoming big he was already an afterthought. He returned to the limelight in 1999, rejoining GAMMA for an unlikely attempt at a career rebirth having worked hard on his striking while working the local circuit. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Norman Pike in GAMMA. Libor Pudil is ultra muscular, a Heavyweight prospect who uses his incredible power to bully opponents. His lack of ways to end a fight is an issue as he doesn't have the gas tank to engage in lengthy battles of attrition, as is his pedestrian striking. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Not-So-Gentle-Giant" Fritz Phipps (9-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #42, Favorite: -1200) vs. Terry "Sitting" Bull (5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #87, Underdog: +950) Fritz Phipps is a big slugger from Manchester, who likes to load up his right hands and swing, but also has a very underestimated wrestling game too. His most potent weapon, however, is his nasty ground and pound. Few survive if they end up with Phipps on top of them with space to start throwing bombs. Phipps suffered his first pro defeat in May 1999, getting beaten by Percy Catcher, but has since gone on to get his career back on track. He is on a winning streak, and is coming off a first round TKO victory over Reynolds Baer in BCF. Terry Bull is a lumbering Heavyweight from England. Nominally a wrestler who specializes in ground and pound tactics, but his lack of mobility, cardio, and all-around skills mean that he's usually fighting on the defensive. He started his career brightly, destroying hand-picked cans to get him some wins, but since stepping up in competition and competeing against some real talent he has found life much harder. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Sweet Baby" Tank Manu'a (20-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #11, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Swedish Predator" Ed Bensson (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #116, Underdog: +950) Tank Manu'a is American Samoa's first MMA representative, and is a weighty problem for any opponent. Using his bulk he is more than capable of keeping opponents on the ground, either subjecting them to ground and pound attacks or grinding out wins by controlling them for long periods of time. A regular in the GAMMA Heavyweight division, he has struggled to make an impression at 265 lbs and it is thought that he will likely jump to the Super Heavyweight division at some point. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Kurt McDonald in GAMMA. Ed Bensson is a lanky Swedish kick boxer, who is always in great shape and could well be a major player down the line. Fighting at Heavyweight, the 6'7" striker is particularly adept at using his height to his advantage by delivering killer knee strikes. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Urban Cowboy" Steve Mason (11-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #27, Favorite: -430) vs. Shing Lai (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #102, Underdog: +340) Steve Mason is a rising star in the Heavyweight division, a former kick boxer who possesses dangerous strikes and also has some underrated ground and pound. Having racked up a perfect 11-0 record on the local scene, GAMMA brought Mason in to take part in the Clash of the Titans TV show. He was eliminated at the quarter-final stage by eventual winner Sam Hoynes in the "battle of the cowboys". He made a disappointing full debut towards the end of 2001, getting tapped out with ease by Antonio Rimando. Shing Lai is a massive Chinese fighter who comes from a folk wrestling background. Noted for having an explosive takedown for such a big man, his stock in trade is brutal ground and pound, smashing his opponent with hammerfists. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Reynolds "Grizzly" Baer (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #54, Underdog: +270) vs. Nate "Big Mac" MacReary (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #75, Favorite: -350) Reynolds Baer is a big English Heavyweight, who likes to use his grappling skills to wear down opponents before putting them down and finishing them with his powerful ground and pound. His natural strength also translates to his strikes and he has the power to make things very uncomfortable for anyone who stands with him. He joined BCF in late 1998 and has since gone on to become one of the big threats in the division. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Fritz Phipps in BCF. Nate MacReary is about as forgiving as a brick wall, an enormously powerful freak athlete. He is a tough opponent to be saddled with, virtually unmovable due to his size, strength, and wrestling skill, once he has hold of his victim theres usually not much chance of escape. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Dallas Cowboy" Sam Hoynes (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #22, Favorite: -950) vs. Lachlan "The Thing" Bowen (12-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #107, Underdog: +750) Sam Hoynes is a big cowboy, a tough Heavyweight fighter who came to fame when he won the second season of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality TV show, earning a guaranteed five fight contract in the process. A solid wrestler with some nasty ground and pound and underrated submissions, he is one for the future. Smartly, Hoynes has joined the Halvorsen's team sincce his career-making COTT experience and that is bound to take him to the next level. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Wilson Franklyn at the Clash of the Titans Finale. Lachlan Bowen is a powerhouse wrestler from Canada, who is a tough customer, but lacks the skill to pose too many attacking questions. That said, anybody who takes him lightly is in for a rude awakening. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Halifax Smasher" Linton Renn (9-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #55, Favorite: -580) vs. "The MVP" Manny Van Post (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #74, Underdog: +460) Linton Renn is a big, powerful fighter from England. He has big punching power, albeit without much technique behind it, and can also smother opponents with grappling. He signed with BCF in late 1998 and has become a good test for other Heavyweights. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Tyke Milligan in BCF. Manny Van Post is a big tough Dutch Muay Thai specialist, a powerful striker who can never be taken lightly. Noted for his vicious kicks, he has also spent time learning enough wrestling and anti-Jiu-Jitsu to make sure that even when he is out of his comfort zone, he isn't out of the fight. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Stjepan "The Mammoth" Andric (16-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Favorite: -460) vs. Ilson de Lima (18-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #86, Underdog: +360) Stjepan Andric is a huge fighter from Zadar in Croatia, who uses his power and bulk to crush his way through opponents, often bullying them into a decision defeat. He is usually found in the SIGMA Heavyweight division. After years of struggling to find consistency, in recent years he has found his stride and started moving up to the top end of the rankings and is now a genuine threat to the title. He is on a winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Stratos Papaioannou in SIGMA. Ilson de Lima is a 6'5" Brazilian kick boxer who is known for his physical strength and brutal kicks. A handful for anyone in a stand-up fight, he also has competent grappling skills, but his ground game is poor and easily exploitable by anyone who can get him to the floor. A veteran of the sport, he is one of the top names on the Brazilian regional scene. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Big Trouble" Jacco Landeweerd (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Favorite: -1180) vs. Jacques "The Executioner" Perron (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #83, Underdog: +940) Jacco Landeweerd is another one of the fine kick boxers that the gyms of the Netherlands has produced, a big bruiser who looks to be a tough test for any Heavyweight. He joined SIGMA in 1999, his first case of major league competition, and has quickly risen up the rankings by finishing all four of his opponents so far despite having been the underdog in each fight. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Jean-Pierre Richelleau in SIGMA. Jacques Perron is a big Heavyweight bruiser from France, a fairly one-dimensional slugger who relies almost exclusively on the combination of his hard right hand and solid chin. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kozue Amori (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #35, Underdog: +200) vs. Vitor de Melo (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #94, Favorite: -260) Kozue Amori is a submission wrestling specialist, who joined ALPHA-1 in the summer of 2001 after putting together a 6-0 record on the local circuit. A prospect for sure, many see him as one of the big hopes for Japanese Heavyweight MMA. Unfotunately his ALPHA-1 debut saw him take his first pro defeat, a Unanimous Decision loss to Eien Kawano, but his future remains bright. Vitor de Melo is a physically intimidating Heavyweight from Brazil who nobody can take lightly. He has devastating power in his hands and is not shy about using it. As well as his knock out threat, he also has extremely underrated wrestling skills and some vicious ground and pound at his disposal. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Raimundo Pinheiro in FLB. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Darius "Best In Show" Best (3-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Underdog: +110) vs. Paulo Sergio Parente (7-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #91, Favorite: -150) Darius Best is a competent kick boxer, who turned pro in late 1998 and took only three years to get picked up by GAMMA, appearing on season two of the Clash of the Titans reality TV show. Eliminated by Harv Dennis in the first episode, Best stuck around in the Heavyweight division after, making his official debut with a defeat at the hands of fellow castmate Lars-Gunnar Ekberg. Paulo Sergio Parente is a Vale Tudo fighter from Brazil, who is extremely limited and his only real threat is if his opponent chooses to stand with him and gets clipped by a wild haymaker. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Dangerous" Randall Donnelly (14-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #62, Favorite: -630) vs. "The Big Bopper" Barry Strachan (26-19, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Underdog: +500) Randall Donnelly is big and strong, his size alone making him a threat to opponents. He likes to get in close and grapple, but also has big canned hams for hands and so can deliver knock out blows at times. He fought for GAMMA for a few years, but was cut in 2000 after a three fight losing run, although in his defence he was paired with some absolute killers during that time. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Rav Kapur in GAMMA. Barry Strachan is a hired gun who is quite happy to turn up on short notice if there's a payday involved. He was one of the first generation of MMA fighters, back when matches were basically caged street fights and the guy who punched the hardest could win comfortably. The business passed him by a long time ago and now he's just fodder for up and coming Heavyweights. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Gerson Mauricio (11-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #23, Favorite: -850) vs. Jukichi Ito (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #106, Underdog: +670) Gerson Mauricio is a vicious striker, a knock out artist who has fight ending power in both his hands and feet. If he could improve his ground game and wrestling to be even half as dangerous as his stand-up, he'd become a major force. He joined ALPHA-1 in 1996 and was rising quickly, even being talked about as a potential title challenger, before getting knocked out by Mason Archer in early 1998. Since taking his first defeat his career has gone completely off the rails and losses have come thick and fast. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Sanraku Kawabata in ALPHA-1. Jukichi Ito is a big burly wrestler, a rookie Heavyweight fighter who likes to impose himself on his opponent by getting up close. It's hard to judge his potential prior to his pro debut, but talk amongst his trainers is he could be one to watch. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Morgan "The Maori" Wakarewarewa (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Favorite: -450) vs. Aston "The Joker" Merryman (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Underdog: +350) Morgan Wakarewarewa is a massive New Zealander, a promising young Heavyweight who could be one of the stars of the future. A hugely powerful beast of a fighter who can manhandle most opponents with ease, he also has naturally heavy hands. Aston Merryman is a colorful addition to MMA's Heavyweight ranks, a larger than life personality and jovial attitude are bound to make him a fan favorite wherever he goes. A grappler, Merryman is at his best when he can get up close and unleash his potent submission game on opponents. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Roope "The Second Generation Star" Kuqi (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #51, Favorite: -1060) vs. Antonio "The Hulk" Santos (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #78, Underdog: +870) Roope Kuqi is the eldest son of Finland's first ever professional MMA fighter (Veeti Kuqi), and has been training towards a career in the sport since he was very young. A giant of a man, he has inherited the powerful heavy hands that were his dad's main weapon but has added a strong wrestling base and defensive skills that make him a much more complete mixed martial artist and therefore more of a threat. He has been fighting in SIGMA's Heavyweight division since 2000 and steadily moving up the ranks by bullying opponents into defeat. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Iancu Trailescu in SIGMA. Antonio Santos is a powerhouse from Brazil, a human battering ram who simply smashes his way through opponents with his raw strength and vicious striking. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Razor Rivers (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: ##30, Even: -110) vs. Nelson Kenney (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #99, Even: -110) Razor Rivers is a kick boxer, who had only two professional fights when GAMMA came calling, signing him up to be part of their Clash of the Titans reality TV show. Rivers went out in the first round, to Antonio Rimando by submission, but has stayed around with the company even after the show has ended. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Paulie Albarado in GAMMA. Nelson Kenney is a big Heavyweight from London, who likes to club at opponents with his huge fists until they break. A pure brawler, he may be tough and have a lot of guts but his lack of versatility and poor cardio are career-breakers and you can't really see him achieving much in MMA. Weigh-In Results Tim Boyer (265 lbs) vs. Joss Wiltshire (237 lbs) Gladstone Lopes (265 lbs) vs. Kevin Portman (244 lbs) Elzo Alves Moura (244 lbs) vs. Tadasu Tsukahara (247 lbs) Christopher Sharp (265 lbs) vs. Libor Pudil (242 lbs) Fritz Phipps (245 lbs) vs. Terry Bull (265 lbs) Tank Manu'a (265 lbs) vs. Ed Bensson (252 lbs) Steve Mason (242 lbs) vs. Shing Lai (255 lbs) Reynolds Baer (254 lbs) vs. Nate MacReary (246 lbs) Sam Hoynes (249 lbs) vs. Lachlan Bowen (239 lbs) Linton Renn (240 lbs) vs. Manny Van Post (243 lbs) Stjepan Andric (254 lbs) vs. Ilson de Lima (251 lbs) Jacco Landeweerd (244 lbs) vs. Jacques Perron (242 lbs) Kozue Amori (243 lbs) vs. Vitor de Melo (251 lbs) Darius Best (248 lbs) vs. Paulo Sergio Parente (240 lbs) Randall Donnelly (239 lbs) vs. Barry Strachan (240 lbs) Gerson Mauricio (248 lbs) vs. Jukichi Ito (244 lbs) Morgan Wakarewarewa (252 lbs) vs. Aston Merryman (251 lbs) Roope Kuqi (265 lbs) vs. Antonio Santos (252 lbs) Razor Rivers (238 lbs) vs. Nelson Kenney (246 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 35 Full Fight Card HW: Tim Boyer vs. Joss Wiltshire HW: Gladstone Lopes vs. Kevin Portman HW: Elzo Alves Moura vs. Tadasu Tsukahara HW: Christopher Sharp vs. Libor Pudil HW: Fritz Phipps vs. Terry Bull HW: Tank Manu'a vs. Ed Bensson HW: Steve Mason vs. Shing Lai HW: Reynolds Baer vs. Nate MacReary HW: Sam Hoynes vs. Lachlan Bowen HW: Linton Renn vs. Manny Van Post HW: Stjepan Andric vs. Ilson de Lima HW: Jacco Landeweerd vs. Jacques Perron HW: Kozue Amori vs. Vitor de Melo HW: Darius Best vs. Paulo Sergio Parente HW: Randall Donnelly vs. Barry Strachan HW: Gerson Mauricio vs. Jukichi Ito HW: Morgan Wakarewarewa vs. Aston Merryman HW: Roope Kuqi vs. Antonio Santos HW: Razor Rivers vs. Nelson Kinney

Saturday, Week 4, June 2002 Live From Kingston, Ontario PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Sanraku Kawabata (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Favorite: -1150) vs. "Mighty" Mitch Woodburn (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Wichita, Kansas, Underdog: +910) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Kawabata is much the larger fighter, at an estimate he must have 30lbs at least on Woodburn. That could prove significant as the fight unfolds. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:55) Woodburn lands a jab and then hits a high right kick to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Kawabata aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Woodburn lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Kawabata is able to grab Woodburn. (Rd 1 - 04:10) With Woodburn controlled by the clinch, Kawabata looks to be attempting to set up a judo throw. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Woodburn is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull half guard! (Rd 1 - 03:57) In half guard, Kawabata begins working to get side control. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Woodburn can do nothing about the pass, and gets mounted. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Kawabata tries to set up Woodburn for an armbar. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Kawabata gets the armbar fully applied and Woodburn has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 02:48) Sanraku Kawabata takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Sanraku Kawabata defeats 'Mighty' Mitch Woodburn (Submission (Armbar) in 2:12 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Sanraku Kawabata praises his team at Mok Gar Dojo, his various fans, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he calls out Roope Kuqi, saying that "he can't beat me". CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Bairei Akutagawa (3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Sapporo, Japan, Underdog: -110) vs. "The Ass Man" Deverill Butt (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Oakland, California, Favorite: -130) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Akutagawa hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Butt is able to grab Akutagawa. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Butt is looking to muscle Akutagawa back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Akutagawa ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:13) Akutagawa is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free. (Rd 1 - 04:13) About a minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Akutagawa, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Butt is exerting. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Butt and Akutagawa remain up against the cage for around the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 02:32) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:19) It looked like we were about to see Butt try and get some grappling started, but Akutagawa was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Akutagawa connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Stepping in, Akutagawa aggressively get a dominant clinch position. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Using his wrestling skills, Akutagawa is trying to push Butt up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Akutagawa can't move Butt at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Butt is looking to muscle Akutagawa back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Butt manages it and controls Akutagawa up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Butt looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Akutagawa proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position. (Rd 1 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Unable to get free, Butt is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:59) The rest of the round sees them simply engaging in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Butt, 10-9. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) Butt steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 2 - 04:45) A one-two from Akutagawa fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:34) Butt is able to grab Akutagawa. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Butt is trying to muscle Akutagawa up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Butt achieves it, pinning Akutagawa to the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Akutagawa is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Butt and Akutagawa remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 03:10) Butt shows his grappling ability by trapping Akutagawa up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:10) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee William Yeats brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Akutagawa is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Taking a few gulps of breath, Butt is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 02:19) Butt chooses to shoot in on Akutagawa. (Rd 2 - 02:19) Akutagawa gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 02:12) For the moment Butt is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Butt doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Butt doesn't allow Akutagawa to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Butt peppers Akutagawa with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with. (Rd 2 - 01:16) Akutagawa tries to pull Butt in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 2 - 01:06) Perhaps wary of submissions, Butt keeps extremely tight to Akutagawa and peppers him with short punches. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Akutagawa tries to smother Butt by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Butt attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 2 - 00:45) He passes to half guard. (Rd 2 - 00:19) Butt throws a quick elbow, but it doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 00:09) Akutagawa tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Butt. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Butt is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:55) Akutagawa throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 04:42) With a clear opportunity, Butt is able to move in fast and clinch with Akutagawa. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Butt is trying to muscle Akutagawa up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Butt manages it and controls Akutagawa up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:22) Akutagawa wrestles back against Butt, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:10) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Butt is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Butt appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Akutagawa took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Akutagawa throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Akutagawa can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 3 - 03:27) Moving in fast, Butt wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Butt is looking to muscle Akutagawa back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Butt achieves it, pinning Akutagawa to the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Breathing very hard, Butt is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Tired but still with something left in his gas tank, Butt traps Akutagawa up against the cage, using double underhooks for control. (Rd 3 - 02:54) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 3 - 02:06) In need of a breather, the fatigued Butt smothers Akutagawa against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:06) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about half a minute. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Akutagawa, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that the tired-looking Butt is exerting. (Rd 3 - 01:25) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 3 - 00:38) The lack of progress forces referee William Yeats to separate the two fighters. (Rd 3 - 00:30) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Butt. (Rd 3 - 00:30) Akutagawa stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety. (Rd 3 - 00:07) Butt moves in and clinches. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Butt took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Akutagawa is running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:55) Seeing his opponent about to shoot in, Akutagawa timed it well and moved in to start a clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:40) Akutagawa is looking to muscle Butt back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:40) Butt ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:20) Butt is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:20) The gruelling grappling contest continues for about the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 4 - 03:29) Unable to get free, Butt is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:29) Thirty seconds elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Akutagawa is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Akutagawa looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Butt proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position. (Rd 4 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:28) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 02:17) It looked like we were about to see Butt try and get some grappling started, but Akutagawa was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 02:17) A punch from Akutagawa fails to land. (Rd 4 - 01:58) Akutagawa lands a left hand and then hits Butt with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:32) Butt aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 4 - 01:32) Akutagawa throws a punch but Butt was equal to it. (Rd 4 - 01:24) Butt gets hold of Akutagawa. (Rd 4 - 01:17) From the looks of things, I don't think Butt has much energy left. (Rd 4 - 01:17) Butt is trying to muscle Akutagawa up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:17) Butt achieves it, pinning Akutagawa to the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:06) Using tight body-to-body control, the exhausted-looking Butt is slowly wearing Akutagawa down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him. (Rd 4 - 01:06) Occasional short punches are all that happen for around the next sixty seconds as the two tired-looking fighters try to get their wind back. (Rd 4 - 00:12) An exhausted-looking Butt somehow manages to push Akutagawa back and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:12) Both looking very tired, they see out the round hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) There are some audible boos from the crowd, that wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen. (Rd 4 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Butt. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Akutagawa winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:46) Butt, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:46) Akutagawa cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 04:31) Butt lies on top of Akutagawa, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 03:53) Butt keeps tight to Akutagawa, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 5 - 03:38) Akutagawa tries to get double underhooks on Butt so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 5 - 03:30) The clock runs down as Akutagawa is being smothered against the ground by Butt. (Rd 5 - 03:04) Butt tries to pass the guard. (Rd 5 - 03:04) He manages to pass, but only to half guard. (Rd 5 - 02:35) Butt begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. (Rd 5 - 02:35) He passes to side control. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Butt looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Butt throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 5 - 01:21) Akutagawa tries to pull guard on Butt but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 5 - 01:08) Butt throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 5 - 00:50) Butt blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 00:30) Butt pounds away, landing several clean blows on Akutagawa in the process. (Rd 5 - 00:14) Butt fires away with right hands, but Akutagawa doesn't take much damage. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Butt. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 49-46 (Edward Wilde), 50-45 (Millhouse Twain) and 48-47 (Reginald Wodehouse). (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Ass Man' Deverill Butt! Official Result: 'The Ass Man' Deverill Butt defeats Bairei Akutagawa (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor. Post-Fight: Deverill Butt thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Deverill Butt says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Josuke Matsuzawa (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +510) vs. "Mighty" Mort Slingsby (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Los Angeles, California, Favorite: -640) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Stanley Wright. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Slingsby is facing a major size disadvantage in this fight, he is probably giving up at least 40lbs. That may be decisive. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Matsuzawa doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Slingsby had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Matsuzawa lands a jab and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Matsuzawa lands a jab and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Glaring at Slingsby, Matsuzawa motions for him to come on and attack. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Matsuzawa throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Slingsby moves in fast and clinches with Matsuzawa. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Slingsby is looking to muscle Matsuzawa back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Matsuzawa ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Slingsby smothers Matsuzawa up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:31) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Slingsby pins Matsuzawa up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Slingsby tries to take Matsuzawa down. (Rd 1 - 01:18) The takedown is successful, Matsuzawa goes down. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Slingsby takes the back off the takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Slingsby tries to increase his control by getting both hooks in, but Matsuzawa blocks it. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Slingsby blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Slingsby tries to put Matsuzawa in a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Slingsby flattens Matsuzawa out with the rear naked choke, but took too long because the round ends! (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Slingsby took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Slingsby is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) A jab hits home from Matsuzawa and then he hits Slingsby with a straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Slingsby looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Matsuzawa throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Matsuzawa is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Matsuzawa can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 04:13) Slingsby seizes the chance and grabs Matsuzawa into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Slingsby looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:06) The takedown is successful, Matsuzawa pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Slingsby tries to pass the half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Slingsby gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:03) Slingsby tries to lock Matsuzawa in an armbar. (Rd 2 - 03:03) Matsuzawa doesn't allow the armbar to be applied. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Breathing very hard, Matsuzawa is looking ragged. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Slingsby is trying to move from side control to mount. (Rd 2 - 02:38) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Matsuzawa rolled over and gave up his back instead. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Slingsby attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 01:50) The rear naked choke is in deep, Matsuzawa has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 01:32) Mort Slingsby takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: 'Mighty' Mort Slingsby defeats Josuke Matsuzawa (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:28 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Mort Slingsby thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Mort Slingsby celebrates winning his debut fight with CTC. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Perry "Battleship" Potenkin (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Favorite: -280) vs. "The Big Scot" Moray McWhirter (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Edinburgh, Scotland, Underdog: +220) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) It looked like we were about to see Potenkin try and get some grappling started, but McWhirter was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:53) A jab hits home from McWhirter and then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Blood is visible on Potenkin, a strike appears to to have opened up a nasty cut on the scalp. (Rd 1 - 04:30) McWhirter connects with a jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Coming forward, Potenkin is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:04) McWhirter throws a punch but Potenkin was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 03:56) With a clear opportunity, Potenkin is able to move in fast and clinch with McWhirter. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Potenkin tries to wrestle McWhirter backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:50) McWhirter ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Using tight body-to-body control, Potenkin is slowly wearing McWhirter down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 1 - 02:35) McWhirter is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear. (Rd 1 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Potenkin hits McWhirter, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Potenkin looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but McWhirter works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Potenkin is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 1 - 01:39) It looked like we were about to see Potenkin try and get some grappling started, but McWhirter was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:39) A jab lands from McWhirter, but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 1 - 01:24) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Potenkin. (Rd 1 - 01:24) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem. (Rd 1 - 01:24) The fight will be restarted in the center! (Rd 1 - 01:17) McWhirter confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Potenkin looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but McWhirter simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 01:17) A jab lands from McWhirter, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:57) McWhirter hits a right jab and then hits Potenkin with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 1 - 00:45) For the first time, McWhirter is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 00:35) McWhirter fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Potenkin is bleeding again from just above his hairline, a strike has re-opened the wound. (Rd 1 - 00:12) McWhirter uses a right jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of McWhirter. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Potenkin. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:48) Potenkin aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 2 - 04:48) McWhirter connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Potenkin gets hold of McWhirter without taking too much damage. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Potenkin tries to wrestle McWhirter backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:28) McWhirter ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:16) McWhirter is trapped against the cage and Potenkin hits him with a short right uppercut. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Potenkin shows his grappling ability by trapping McWhirter up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:02) About a minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 2 - 03:06) Potenkin uses dirty boxing to punish McWhirter while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Breathing very hard, Potenkin is looking ragged. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Potenkin tries some dirty boxing, but McWhirter seizes the chance to create some space and break free. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) McWhirter lands a right hand and then lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:16) McWhirter is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 2 - 02:11) A jab lands from McWhirter, but Potenkin avoids a big left. (Rd 2 - 01:44) McWhirter moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 01:44) McWhirter throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 01:36) McWhirter is looking really tired. (Rd 2 - 01:29) McWhirter fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 01:13) McWhirter lands a right jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Potenkin gets hold of McWhirter. (Rd 2 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Potenkin tries to wrestle McWhirter backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:55) He does so and now has McWhirter pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Potenkin uses dirty boxing to punish McWhirter while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:30) McWhirter is trapped against the cage and Potenkin punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 00:19) McWhirter is trapped against the cage and Potenkin hits him with a short right uppercut. (Rd 2 - 00:02) McWhirter is trapped against the cage and Potenkin hits him with a short right uppercut. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Potenkin, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) By my reckoning we're dead level at 19-19. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:50) Potenkin lands a pair of tentative jabs. (Rd 3 - 04:50) McWhirter hits a right jab and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 04:30) Potenkin steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 3 - 04:30) McWhirter can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Potenkin is able to grab McWhirter. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Potenkin is looking to muscle McWhirter back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Potenkin does it, McWhirter is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Potenkin looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Potenkin, despite being visibly almost out on his feet with exhaustion, manages to get McWhirter backed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Nothing really happens for the next minute or so, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches and trying to recover. Both fighters are looking very tired. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Showing good control, the exhausted Potenkin keeps McWhirter stuck against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:07) They spend the next minute or so in that position, hitting each other with tired-looking punches. (Rd 3 - 02:19) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:07) McWhirter lands a right jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 01:52) McWhirter looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 01:38) A jab is wide from McWhirter, but then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 01:14) McWhirter can't connect with a jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 3 - 01:06) Potenkin gets hold of McWhirter. (Rd 3 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:57) Potenkin is looking to muscle McWhirter back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:57) McWhirter doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 3 - 00:42) McWhirter tries to take Potenkin down. (Rd 3 - 00:42) McWhirter can't get the takedown as Potenkin wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 3 - 00:20) Potenkin tries to wrestle McWhirter backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:20) Potenkin manages it and controls McWhirter up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:05) The gas tank looks empty on Potenkin. (Rd 3 - 00:05) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Potenkin is keeping McWhirter pressed up tightly against the cage despite his apparent exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 00:05) Nothing at all happens for the rest of the round, they simply clinch up and try to recover a little. Both fighters look exhausted. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Potenkin. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Potenkin ahead 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:49) McWhirter fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Potenkin with a left hook. (Rd 4 - 04:33) It looked like we were about to see Potenkin try and get some grappling started, but McWhirter was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:33) McWhirter lands a jab and then lands a left hand. (Rd 4 - 04:22) McWhirter looks totally gassed. (Rd 4 - 04:12) McWhirter fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left cross. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Potenkin is able to grab McWhirter. (Rd 4 - 03:58) Potenkin is trying to muscle McWhirter up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:58) McWhirter doesn't let himself be driven back though. (Rd 4 - 03:40) Potenkin is trying to muscle McWhirter up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:40) Potenkin manages it and controls McWhirter up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:21) Potenkin tries to keep him up against the cage, but McWhirter works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 4 - 02:57) Moving in, Potenkin appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 4 - 02:57) McWhirter lands a jab and then hits Potenkin with a straight left. (Rd 4 - 02:35) McWhirter closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 4 - 02:35) Potenkin had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 4 - 02:35) McWhirter hits a right jab and then hits Potenkin with a straight left. (Rd 4 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 4 - 02:19) Potenkin steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 4 - 02:19) McWhirter lands a right hand and then lands a left hand. (Rd 4 - 01:51) McWhirter lands a right hand and then catches Potenkin with a left hook. (Rd 4 - 01:32) McWhirter can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Potenkin with a straight left. (Rd 4 - 01:14) It looked like we were about to see Potenkin try and get some grappling started, but McWhirter was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 01:14) McWhirter hits a right hand, but Potenkin avoids a big left. (Rd 4 - 00:49) Coming forward, Potenkin is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 4 - 00:49) McWhirter hits a right jab and then hits Potenkin with a straight left. (Rd 4 - 00:27) McWhirter lands a jab and then catches Potenkin with a left hook. (Rd 4 - 00:05) McWhirter closes in on Potenkin, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:05) McWhirter throws a one-two, but Potenkin was equal to it. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to McWhirter, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) We go into the final round with everything still to fight for. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:48) A jab is wide from McWhirter, but then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 5 - 04:21) Potenkin comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 5 - 04:21) A jab is wide from McWhirter, but then he hits a nice straight left. (Rd 5 - 04:14) Potenkin seizes the chance and grabs McWhirter into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:04) Potenkin is trying to muscle McWhirter up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:04) Potenkin does it, McWhirter is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:46) Potenkin smothers McWhirter against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 03:30) Potenkin pins McWhirter up against the cage and hits a couple of nice left hands to the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 03:12) McWhirter is trapped against the cage and Potenkin hits him with a short right uppercut. (Rd 5 - 02:52) Potenkin smothers McWhirter against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 02:36) Potenkin smothers McWhirter against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Potenkin looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but McWhirter works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 5 - 01:55) Potenkin, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 5 - 01:55) McWhirter can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Potenkin with a straight left. (Rd 5 - 01:35) McWhirter can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 5 - 01:19) Potenkin gets hold of McWhirter. (Rd 5 - 01:13) Using his wrestling skills, Potenkin is trying to push McWhirter up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:13) Potenkin does it, McWhirter is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:01) Potenkin presses McWhirter up against the cage. Exhausted, he is clearly running on fumes now. (Rd 5 - 01:01) To the annoyance of the crowd, the two exhausted fighters simply lean into each other in a sloppy clinch for a full minute, trying to get their breath back. (Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Potenkin. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give 48-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Perry 'Battleship' Potenkin! Official Result: Perry 'Battleship' Potenkin defeats 'The Big Scot' Moray McWhirter (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Perry Potenkin thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He is asked who he'd like to face in his next fight, and replies that he has a lot of respect for the skills of Toshiya Furube and that he thinks it'd be a great fight. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "Rapid Fire" Gaby Corrales (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Mexico City, Mexico, Underdog: +190) vs. Morgan "Hoppy" Hopwood (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Favorite: -240) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Stanley Wright. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Edward Wilde, and Millhouse Twain. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:46) Corrales connects with two left hands and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Corrales confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Corrales connects with two left hands and then catches Hopwood with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:04) A quick flurry of punches from Corrales sees three of three hit home and then hits Hopwood with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Stepping in, Corrales lands three quick punches but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Hopwood, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Showing good hand speed, Corrales lands four out of a flurry of four punches and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Corrales lands a flurry of three quick punches and then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Corrales hits a couple of minor left hands, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Corrales closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Hopwood had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Corrales connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:17) There's a takedown attempt from Hopwood. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Corrales cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Hopwood begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Hopwood shifts to mount. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Hopwood pounds away, Corrales is in big trouble and is definitely rocked! (Rd 1 - 00:32) Corrales turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes! (Rd 1 - 00:17) Hopwood pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Corrales. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Hopwood fires away with punches, but Corrales deals with them fairly well. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Wow, great round, that has gotten the crowd rocking. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Hopwood, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:48) Corrales comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing five of them, and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Taking a few gulps of breath, Hopwood is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Hopwood, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:14) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Hopwood unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Corrales. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Hopwood may have hurt his hand while pounding away, judging from his body language. (Rd 2 - 04:01) A broken hand would certainly have a big impact upon his chances of winning. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Hopwood looks very tired out there. (Rd 2 - 03:43) In half guard, Hopwood begins working to get side control. (Rd 2 - 03:43) Corrales tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Corrales scrambles to his feet, but Hopwood grabs him from behind. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Hopwood tries to take Corrales down from behind. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Corrales defends the takedown well, and breaks away from the clutches of Hopwood entirely. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Corrales is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Corrales pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Corrales confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Hopwood lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Stepping in, Corrales throws five quick punches, three of which land, but can't connect with a right to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:38) Hopwood had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 01:38) Attacking with a quick flurry, Corrales lands five of five punches and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Hopwood tries to goad Corrales into stepping in, leaning forward and purposely exposing his chin. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Corrales throws a punch but Hopwood was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Hopwood appeared to be going for a takedown, but Corrales took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Corrales connects with two left hands and then catches Hopwood with a right hook to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Corrales can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Hopwood with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Corrales closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Hopwood appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Corrales took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Corrales throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Corrales, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:52) Showing good hand speed, Corrales lands three out of a flurry of three punches and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:22) Corrales lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 03:53) Corrales lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:53) It looks like Hopwood has been cut under the eye. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Corrales is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 03:25) Hopwood clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 3 - 03:25) Corrales hits two left jabs and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Corrales lands two jabs and then hits Hopwood with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:27) Corrales moves in behind three quick punches, three of them finding a home, and then hits Hopwood with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 02:03) Corrales is breathing very hard. (Rd 3 - 01:54) A jab is wide from Corrales, but then he catches Hopwood with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Hopwood warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 3 - 01:27) Corrales moves in behind four quick punches, all of them landing, but can't connect with a right to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:56) Corrales moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 00:56) Showing good hand speed, Corrales lands a flurry of four punches but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 00:16) Corrales comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing all of them, and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Corrales seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Corrales took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Corrales. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Hopwood in between rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:52) Corrales hits a left jab and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Hopwood clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 4 - 04:23) A quick flurry of three punches from Corrales sees all of them hit home and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:23) Hopwood is bleeding under his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound. (Rd 4 - 03:56) A flurry of three punches from Corrales see them all connect and then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:37) Corrales motions for Hopwood to come on and fight. (Rd 4 - 03:23) Hopwood looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Corrales simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 03:23) Showing good hand speed, Corrales lands three out of a flurry of three punches and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 4 - 02:56) A tired-looking Hopwood shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 02:56) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Corrales pulling guard. (Rd 4 - 02:56) That's his third takedown. (Rd 4 - 02:41) Hopwood throws several small strikes at Corrales, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with. (Rd 4 - 02:24) Corrales tries to get double underhooks on Hopwood so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 4 - 02:18) Perhaps wary of submissions, Hopwood keeps extremely tight to Corrales and peppers him with short punches. (Rd 4 - 02:04) Corrales tries to pull Hopwood in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 4 - 01:54) Hopwood begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. (Rd 4 - 01:54) Corrales finds his opponent too skilled, and Hopwood passes guard into side control. (Rd 4 - 01:11) Hopwood looks to get a mount. (Rd 4 - 01:11) He is too good for Corrales, and has mount. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Corrales eats a hard elbow strike that landed right on his cheek. (Rd 4 - 00:29) The strikes are hard enough to force Corrales to roll to the side, giving up his back in the process! (Rd 4 - 00:13) Hopwood looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 4 - 00:13) Hopwood unloads with big rights, but Corrales covers up well. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Hopwood. (Rd 4 - 00:00) So, it looks like it all comes down to the final round - whoever wins it should win the fight. (Rd 4 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Hopwood. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:54) Attacking with intent, Corrales scores with a flurry of three punches but Hopwood avoids a big right. (Rd 5 - 04:31) Corrales looks exhausted. (Rd 5 - 04:23) Hopwood appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Corrales took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:23) Corrales connects with two left hands and then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 5 - 03:55) A jab hits home from Corrales and then he catches Hopwood with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:26) A flurry of three punches from Corrales see one of them land and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 5 - 02:44) Stepping in, Corrales throws five quick punches, three of which land, and then hits Hopwood with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 01:56) Hopwood appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Corrales took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 01:56) Corrales throws three quick punches, all easily avoided or blocked, and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 5 - 01:24) Showing good hand speed, Corrales lands three out of a flurry of three punches and then lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 5 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 5 - 00:51) Corrales comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing all of them, but Hopwood evades a big right to the body. (Rd 5 - 00:15) Corrales lands two jabs, but a big right to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Corrales. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 48-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Rapid Fire' Gaby Corrales wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'Rapid Fire' Gaby Corrales defeats Morgan 'Hoppy' Hopwood (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Gaby Corrales thanks God, his sponsors, and all of his supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and responds by calling out Sylvester Collins, saying he will kick his ass. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "Mr. Saturday Night" Phil Verdigree (24-16-1-2NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Cardiff, Wales, Favorite: -400) vs. Hayden "The Face" Ellery (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Liverpool, England, Underdog: +310) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Stanley Wright is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Verdigree hits a right hand, but Ellery avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Verdigree can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Ellery with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Verdigree lands a right hand and then catches Ellery with a left hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Ellery tries to intimidate his opponent with some quality trash talk. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Circling, Ellery clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Verdigree hits a couple of minor right hands, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Verdigree connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Verdigree throws a hook to the body, but Ellery steps back to avoid it. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Verdigree can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Verdigree hits two right jabs and then hits Ellery with a left to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 02:39) For the first time, Verdigree is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Ellery keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Verdigree throws a two-punch combo but Ellery avoids both. (Rd 1 - 02:15) Seizing the opportunity, Ellery clinches. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Ellery is looking to muscle Verdigree back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:05) Ellery manages it and controls Verdigree up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Verdigree is trapped against the cage and Ellery hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 1 - 01:49) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Verdigree. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Ellery tries to throw an elbow from the clinch, but Verdigree is able to stop it. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Ellery attempts to use a close-range elbow strike but Verdigree pulls the clinch tighter. (Rd 1 - 01:06) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Verdigree takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:16) The lack of progress forces the referee to separate the two fighters. (Rd 1 - 00:16) Breathing very hard now, Verdigree is looking a little ragged. (Rd 1 - 00:06) A jab is wide from Verdigree, but then he hits a nice straight left. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Verdigree, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Verdigree. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:45) Ellery hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 2 - 04:45) Verdigree hits a right jab and then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Ellery aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 2 - 04:24) A jab hits home from Verdigree and then he hits Ellery with a straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Blood is visible on Ellery, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Verdigree hits a right jab and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Verdigree lands a right hand and then catches Ellery with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:26) Ellery scores with two weak, flicked right hand jabs. (Rd 2 - 03:26) Verdigree throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Verdigree can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Ellery gets hold of Verdigree. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Verdigree tries to wriggle free, but Ellery controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Verdigree looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Ellery uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Verdigree as they grapple. (Rd 2 - 02:12) Using his wrestling skills, Ellery is trying to push Verdigree up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:12) Ellery manages it and controls Verdigree up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:54) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Ellery. (Rd 2 - 01:54) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem. (Rd 2 - 01:54) We're back underway! (Rd 2 - 01:42) A punch from Verdigree fails to land. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Ellery gets hold of Verdigree. (Rd 2 - 01:28) Verdigree tries to wriggle free, but Ellery controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Ellery is looking to muscle Verdigree back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Ellery does it, Verdigree is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Ellery catches Verdigree with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 2 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Verdigree takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 2 - 00:13) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Ellery took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:45) Verdigree comes in looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:45) Verdigree throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 3 - 04:27) Verdigree lands a right jab, but misses with a vicious left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Verdigree looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Ellery is able to grab Verdigree. (Rd 3 - 04:09) Ellery uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Verdigree as they grapple. (Rd 3 - 03:50) Verdigree tries to wriggle free, but Ellery controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 3 - 03:38) Ellery hits Verdigree with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Ellery is trying to muscle Verdigree up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Verdigree ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 03:01) Ellery smothers Verdigree against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 02:49) Ellery uses dirty boxing to punish Verdigree while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:32) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 3 - 02:19) Ellery hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 3 - 02:13) Verdigree takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 3 - 02:06) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 01:48) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 01:31) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Stanley Wright brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:31) Ellery is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 01:17) Verdigree moves in on Ellery, preparing to throw. (Rd 3 - 01:17) Verdigree hits a right jab and then hits Ellery with a straight left. (Rd 3 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:58) Verdigree fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Ellery with a straight left. (Rd 3 - 00:37) Verdigree lands a right hand and then hits Ellery with a straight left. (Rd 3 - 00:10) Verdigree can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 3 - 00:03) Ellery is able to grab Verdigree. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Ellery, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Ellery is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:45) Verdigree throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 4 - 04:38) With a clear opportunity, Ellery is able to move in fast and clinch with Verdigree. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Ellery uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Verdigree as they grapple. (Rd 4 - 04:13) Ellery is trying to push Verdigree so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:13) He does so and now has Verdigree pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:02) Ellery drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 4 - 03:56) Verdigree is trapped against the cage and Ellery hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 4 - 03:45) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 4 - 03:31) Ellery smothers Verdigree against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 4 - 03:17) Ellery catches Verdigree with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:05) Ellery catches Verdigree with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:52) Ellery is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 02:52) Ellery attempts to hit a knee but Verdigree tightens the clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:34) With no progress being made, referee Stanley Wright separates the two fighters. (Rd 4 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:26) Verdigree throws a punch but Ellery avoids it. (Rd 4 - 02:18) With a clear opportunity, Ellery is able to move in fast and clinch with Verdigree. (Rd 4 - 02:09) Ellery is looking to muscle Verdigree back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:09) Verdigree ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:53) Ellery attempts to hit a knee but Verdigree tightens the clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:33) Ellery drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Ellery uses dirty boxing to punish Verdigree while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:09) Ellery uses dirty boxing to punish Verdigree while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:58) Ellery catches Verdigree with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:46) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 4 - 00:15) The lack of progress forces the referee to separate the two fighters. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Ellery appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Verdigree took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 00:10) A jab lands from Verdigree, but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Ellery, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Verdigree really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:50) Verdigree throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Ellery gets hold of Verdigree, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 5 - 04:24) Ellery hits Verdigree with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 5 - 04:13) Ellery tries to wrestle Verdigree backward and up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:13) He does so and now has Verdigree pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:57) Ellery looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 5 - 03:57) Ellery uses a vicious foot stomp. (Rd 5 - 03:50) Ellery drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 5 - 03:43) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 03:23) Ellery pins Verdigree up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 03:10) Verdigree gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 5 - 03:01) Ellery scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:47) Verdigree is trapped against the cage and Ellery punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 02:35) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee separating them. (Rd 5 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 5 - 02:30) Verdigree fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left cross. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Ellery gets hold of Verdigree without taking too much damage. (Rd 5 - 02:13) Verdigree gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Ellery uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 5 - 01:57) Ellery uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Verdigree. (Rd 5 - 01:40) Ellery is trying to push Verdigree so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:40) Ellery manages it and controls Verdigree up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:24) Ellery hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 5 - 01:11) Ellery hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 5 - 00:58) The gas tank looks empty on Ellery. (Rd 5 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 5 - 00:58) Ellery goes for a knee to the thigh but Verdigree pulls the clinch tighter to block it. (Rd 5 - 00:40) Ellery smothers Verdigree against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 00:21) Verdigree is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 5 - 00:01) Verdigree uses his wrestling skills to prevent Ellery from throwing any knee strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Ellery took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 49-46. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Hayden 'The Face' Ellery! Official Result: Hayden 'The Face' Ellery defeats 'Mr. Saturday Night' Phil Verdigree (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Hayden Ellery name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Visibly delighted, Hayden Ellery celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. He gave a good performance, engaging with the crowd and making himself look great. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Iancu Trailescu (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Bucharest, Romania, Underdog: +120) vs. Sergio do Vale (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Favorite: -160) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Trailescu steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:51) do Vale lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Trailescu fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Trailescu moves forward, constantly trying to pressure do Vale into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Trailescu moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Trailescu can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he scores with a left to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:19) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 03:54) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 03:21) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:21) do Vale lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Trailescu quickly throws a punch and lands it and then lands a right kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Trailescu comes forward. (Rd 1 - 03:02) do Vale manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Trailescu hits two right jabs and then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Trailescu comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 02:33) do Vale hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Trailescu uses a right jab but do Vale evades a big left punch. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Trailescu dances round with his hands low, making a big show of how easy he is finding this. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Trailescu comes forward, walking down do Vale. (Rd 1 - 02:16) do Vale fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Trailescu moves in behind three quick punches, three of them finding a home, and then he lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Trailescu steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 01:49) do Vale appeared to be going for a takedown, but Trailescu took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Trailescu can't connect with a jab, but then hits a body kick. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Trailescu comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:29) do Vale lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Trailescu lands a right jab but a big left head kick is wide of the mark. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Trailescu goes to a traditional stance. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Moving forward constantly, Trailescu is pressuring do Vale. (Rd 1 - 01:11) do Vale fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Trailescu lands a jab and then he hits do Vale with a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Trailescu moves forward, constantly trying to pressure do Vale into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:47) do Vale manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Trailescu lands a jab and then he catches do Vale with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:39) For the first time, Trailescu is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 00:34) Trailescu comes forward, walking down do Vale. (Rd 1 - 00:34) Trailescu avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 00:34) Trailescu connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:12) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:12) Trailescu slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a low kick that narrowly misses. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Trailescu. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:46) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 2 - 04:19) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Trailescu forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:52) do Vale fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Trailescu hits a right hand but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Trailescu steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 03:33) do Vale throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Trailescu connects with a jab but misses with a vicious left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Trailescu comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 2 - 03:20) do Vale fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 03:20) A jab is wide from Trailescu, but then he hits a high left kick to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Trailescu comes forward to attack. (Rd 2 - 03:04) do Vale hit a counter left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Trailescu lands a right hand and then he hits do Vale with a straight left. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Trailescu, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away. (Rd 2 - 02:57) do Vale looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 02:57) He has the takedown! Trailescu pulls half guard. (Rd 2 - 02:40) do Vale lands a glancing elbow strike on Trailescu. (Rd 2 - 02:30) Trailescu tries to move from half guard to full guard, but do Vale doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 02:11) do Vale pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Trailescu. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Trailescu tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 01:37) do Vale tries to throw a slicing elbow, but misses. (Rd 2 - 01:31) do Vale blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. (Rd 2 - 01:12) In half guard, do Vale begins working to get side control. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Trailescu fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 01:01) The scramble results in do Vale being on his back pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Trailescu doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Trailescu throws a few relatively weak left hands. (Rd 2 - 00:26) do Vale glances an elbow strike off the top of the head of Trailescu. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Trailescu tries to pound on do Vale with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Trailescu deflects a couple of punches that do Vale threw from below. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of do Vale. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:45) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:45) do Vale misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a low kick. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Trailescu comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Trailescu steps into the pocket. (Rd 3 - 04:24) A jab hits home from Trailescu and then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 04:16) do Vale is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Trailescu comes forward to attack. (Rd 3 - 04:07) do Vale tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 3 - 04:07) A jab hits home from Trailescu and then he catches do Vale with a left hook. (Rd 3 - 03:44) Trailescu comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 3 - 03:44) do Vale hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 03:44) Trailescu lands a right hand and then he catches do Vale with a left hook. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Looking very tired, Trailescu clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 3 - 03:37) do Vale tries to take Trailescu down. (Rd 3 - 03:37) He gets a big takedown and he is left on top of a turtled up Trailescu. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Trailescu takes the opportunity to stand up, albeit under back control. (Rd 3 - 03:19) do Vale looks for a trip takedown while holding Trailescu from behind. (Rd 3 - 03:19) do Vale gets the takedown with apparent ease, Trailescu could do nothing to stop it. (Rd 3 - 03:06) Trailescu lands on his hands and knees with do Vale on top. (Rd 3 - 03:06) do Vale pounds away and Trailescu struggles to deal with them. (Rd 3 - 02:52) do Vale pounds away on Trailescu, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 3 - 02:34) do Vale pounds away with right hands, Trailescu is getting smashed! (Rd 3 - 02:34) With do Vale pounding away, referee William Yeats stops the fight! (Rd 3 - 02:16) The winner, by TKO; Sergio do Vale! Official Result: Sergio do Vale defeats Iancu Trailescu (TKO (Strikes) in 2:44 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great. Post-Fight: Sergio do Vale thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Count" Jean-Pierre Richelleau (23-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Normandy, France, Favorite: -710) vs. Malcolm "Beef" Stew (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +560) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Richelleau is much taller than his opponent, towering over him as the referee gives them their instructions. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 04:18) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Richelleau is well off-target with a high kick and that leaves him wide open. Stew attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Stew hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:57) Richelleau hits a left jab and also lands a left kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:35) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Stew comes forward, walking down Richelleau. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Richelleau hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Stew lands a left hand and then he hits Richelleau with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Stew comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Richelleau hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Stew throws a two-punch combo but Richelleau avoids both. (Rd 1 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Stew comes forward. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Richelleau hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Stew throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 01:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Stew tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Richelleau is off target with a pair of jabs and also can't make contact on a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Richelleau hits a left jab but misses with a head kick attempt. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Stew misses a jab but hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:57) Richelleau smiles, which is generally a sign that that last shot hurt him. (Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:51) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Stew can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Richelleau with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Stew, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Richelleau looks a little shell-shocked too. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:49) Stew stalks forward, pressuring Richelleau. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Richelleau lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:49) A one-two from Stew fails to land. (Rd 2 - 04:28) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Richelleau is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Stew hits a left jab and also hits a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:14) For the first time, Stew is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Stew lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 03:33) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Richelleau is off-target with two jabs but lands a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Stew hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Richelleau lands a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Stew uses a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:53) Taking a few gulps of breath, Richelleau is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Stew lands a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Richelleau lands a left jab and also lands a low kick. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Stew misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 02:10) Stew is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 2 - 02:02) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:47) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:47) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Stew doesn't connect with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Richelleau is well off target with a head kick. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Stew is limping slightly. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Richelleau dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 01:06) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:06) Stew scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 01:06) Richelleau uses a pair of left jabs and also scores a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 00:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Richelleau hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Stew misses a jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Stew looks very tired out there. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Richelleau steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Stew fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Richelleau with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Stew, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Stew ahead 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:46) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Richelleau lands a left jab but misses with a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Stew hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:29) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Richelleau is trying to push Stew so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Richelleau does it, Stew is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Richelleau pins Stew up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:16) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Breathing very hard, Richelleau is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Stew takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 3 - 03:01) Richelleau tries to hit him with a knee, but Stew works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:43) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Stew hits a jab and also scores with a great right hook. Richelleau is off-target with a jab but scores with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:19) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:19) Richelleau slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a solid right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:06) Stew seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 01:56) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:56) Richelleau misses with a big right hand, allowing Stew to counter with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:45) Looking glassy-eyed, Richelleau staggers backward...he may have been stunned by that last blow! (Rd 3 - 01:45) Stew throws a vicious right uppercut to try and finish Richelleau, but he is just able to avoid it. (Rd 3 - 01:20) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:20) Stew misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Richelleau comes in with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:08) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Richelleau tries to wrestle Stew backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:08) He does so and now has Stew pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:56) Richelleau looks very, very tired. (Rd 3 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:56) Showing his ability to control opponents, Richelleau fights through his apparent exhaustion and smothers Stew against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:56) They remain there for the remainder of the round, barely active, with both fighters clearly absolutely gassed. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Richelleau took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Stew ahead 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:54) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 04:54) Richelleau slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a head kick that is off-target. (Rd 4 - 04:41) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 4 - 04:41) With control of the clinch, Richelleau tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:41) Richelleau doesn't get it, Stew blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 4 - 04:21) Clinched with Stew, Richelleau looks to try and take him down. (Rd 4 - 04:21) Richelleau can't get Stew down to the ground. (Rd 4 - 04:06) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart. (Rd 4 - 03:45) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 4 - 03:29) Stew is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 4 - 03:24) Stew comes forward on the attack. (Rd 4 - 03:24) Richelleau lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 4 - 03:24) Stew throws a one-two, but Richelleau was equal to it. (Rd 4 - 03:09) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 4 - 02:43) Stew connects with a jab, but Richelleau evades a big right punch. (Rd 4 - 02:29) Stew looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 02:29) Richelleau seizes the chance and grabs Stew into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:19) Richelleau looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 4 - 02:19) Richelleau tries to wrestle Stew backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:19) He does so and now has Stew pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:07) Richelleau hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 4 - 01:52) Looking physically spent, Richelleau buys some recovery time by smothering Stew up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:52) A full minute elapses with virtually nothing happening. Both fighters are clearly absolutely shattered and happy to get a breather by clinching up. (Rd 4 - 00:39) Richelleau smothers Stew against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 4 - 00:27) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Stew is limping a little bit. (Rd 4 - 00:15) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 00:15) Richelleau connects with a left hand. (Rd 4 - 00:15) Stew doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Richelleau took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:52) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 04:52) Richelleau slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 5 - 04:39) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:39) Richelleau is trying to muscle Stew up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:39) Richelleau achieves it, pinning Stew to the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:23) Richelleau catches Stew with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 5 - 04:14) Richelleau drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 5 - 04:04) Stew is trapped against the cage and Richelleau hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 5 - 03:49) Richelleau tries to hit him with an elbow, but Stew works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 5 - 03:28) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:28) Richelleau slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 5 - 03:09) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:09) Richelleau is trying to push Stew so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:09) Richelleau does it, Stew is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:56) Stew is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:42) Unable to break free despite his opponent's obvious exhaustion, Stew is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:42) They spend the next minute or so in that position, both fighters looking absolutely shattered. (Rd 5 - 01:52) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, an exhausted-looking Richelleau keeps Stew stuck against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:52) The referee warns them to stay active but they're both so exhausted that they simply remain where they are, barely doing anything more than leaning into each other, for a full minute. (Rd 5 - 00:44) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee William Yeats brings them back to the center. (Rd 5 - 00:29) Moving forward constantly, Stew is pressuring Richelleau. (Rd 5 - 00:29) Stew looks to pressure Richelleau, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 5 - 00:29) A jab is wide from Stew, but then he hits Richelleau with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 00:14) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Richelleau took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 48-47 (Millhouse Twain), 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 48-47 (Christina Shaw). (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Count' Jean-Pierre Richelleau! Official Result: 'The Count' Jean-Pierre Richelleau defeats Malcolm 'Beef' Stew (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Jean-Pierre Richelleau thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Paulie "Blood Eagle" Albarado (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Toluca, Mexico, Even: -110) vs. Felipe Luiz Rosa (13-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Even: -110) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Albarado is much the larger fighter, at an estimate he must have 25lbs at least on Rosa. That could prove significant as the fight unfolds. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Albarado scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Rosa connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Albarado chooses to shoot in on Rosa. (Rd 1 - 04:28) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Rosa is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 04:12) Albarado lies on top of Rosa, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Albarado tries to pound away with elbows but does minimal damage. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Albarado lies on top of Rosa, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Albarado throws some elbows but Rosa deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Albarado smothers Rosa with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Albarado tries to pound on Rosa with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 01:41) The clock runs down as Rosa is being smothered against the ground by Albarado. (Rd 1 - 01:09) The clock runs down as Rosa is being smothered against the ground by Albarado. (Rd 1 - 00:35) With no progress being made, referee William Yeats brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Albarado appeared to be going for a takedown, but Rosa took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 00:29) A jab hits home from Rosa and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:16) Rosa hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Albarado, but only a 10-9. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:50) There's a takedown attempt from Albarado. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Rosa cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 04:50) That's his second successful takedown from two attempts. (Rd 2 - 04:43) Albarado smothers Rosa with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 04:15) The clock runs down as Rosa is being smothered against the ground by Albarado. (Rd 2 - 03:39) Time slips away as Albarado successfully keeps Rosa stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 02:59) Albarado smothers Rosa with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 02:20) Albarado smothers Rosa with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Albarado fires off a few punches. (Rd 2 - 01:35) The lack of progress forces referee William Yeats to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Rosa can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Albarado with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:10) Albarado chooses to shoot in on Rosa. (Rd 2 - 01:10) Rosa cannot stop the takedown and only catches Albarado in half guard. (Rd 2 - 01:01) Albarado fires off some lefts, but Rosa isn't troubled by them. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Looking to catch his breath, Albarado is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Albarado unloads with lefts, but does fairly minimal damage. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Some fans are booing after a round that didn't feature much action. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Albarado took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Albarado up 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:52) Rosa lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:34) Rosa throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Albarado quickly shoots on Rosa. (Rd 3 - 04:22) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Rosa is left on his back pulling guard. (Rd 3 - 04:22) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Albarado unloads with elbows, but doesn't do a great deal of damage. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Albarado smothers Rosa with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 03:39) Rosa is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Albarado off of him. (Rd 3 - 03:04) Albarado smothers Rosa with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 3 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:30) Time slips away as Albarado successfully keeps Rosa stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 02:02) The clock runs down as Rosa is being smothered against the ground by Albarado. (Rd 3 - 01:24) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 3 - 01:24) For the first time, Albarado is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 01:17) Albarado may have been setting up to shoot, but Rosa aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 01:17) Rosa hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:59) Albarado may have been setting up to shoot, but Rosa aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 00:59) Rosa can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Two defensive jabs hit from Albarado, but neither had any power. (Rd 3 - 00:49) A jab hits home from Rosa and then he hits Albarado with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:30) Rosa lands a jab and then hits Albarado with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:11) There's a takedown attempt from Albarado. (Rd 3 - 00:11) He has the takedown! Rosa pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 00:11) He continues to enjoy a 100% takedown completion rate in this fight. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Albarado took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Rosa needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:50) Rosa looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:50) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Albarado, but Rosa was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 04:50) Rosa can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Albarado with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:50) It looks like Albarado has been cut under the eye. (Rd 4 - 04:35) Rosa fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:26) Rosa is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Rosa fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 03:52) Rosa steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 4 - 03:52) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Albarado, but Rosa was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 4 - 03:52) Rosa connects with a nice jab and then hits Albarado with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 03:34) Rosa moves in on Albarado, preparing to throw. (Rd 4 - 03:34) A jab hits home from Rosa and then he hits Albarado with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 03:14) Rosa closes in on Albarado, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 4 - 03:14) Rosa lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:54) Rosa fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:49) A few deep breaths betray that Rosa is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 4 - 02:37) Rosa confidently comes in closer. (Rd 4 - 02:37) Rosa throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 4 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:26) Rosa looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 4 - 02:26) Rosa lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 02:16) Rosa looks very tired out there. (Rd 4 - 02:01) Albarado warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to shoot in. (Rd 4 - 02:01) Rosa lands a left hand and then hits Albarado with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:38) Rosa hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 01:19) With Albarado bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 4 - 01:19) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender. (Rd 4 - 01:19) We're back underway! (Rd 4 - 01:08) Rosa lands a left jab, but Albarado evades a big right punch. (Rd 4 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 00:46) A jab is wide from Rosa, but then he catches Albarado with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 00:25) Rosa steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 4 - 00:25) Rosa fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Albarado shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Rosa cannot stop the takedown and only catches Albarado in half guard. (Rd 4 - 00:03) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Rosa. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Rosa is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:50) Rosa moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 5 - 04:50) Albarado appeared to be going for a takedown, but Rosa took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:50) Rosa throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 5 - 04:37) Rosa looks very, very tired. (Rd 5 - 04:22) Rosa confidently comes in closer. (Rd 5 - 04:22) Rosa lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:57) Rosa lands a left hand and then hits Albarado with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 03:57) The gash under the eye of Albarado has been re-opened by a strike. (Rd 5 - 03:40) Rosa lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 03:17) Albarado appeared to be going for a takedown, but Rosa took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 03:17) Rosa lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 02:52) Albarado, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 02:52) The takedown is successful, Rosa pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 02:42) Albarado lies on top of Rosa, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 02:07) Albarado lies on top of Rosa, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 01:30) Rosa is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Albarado off of him. (Rd 5 - 01:02) Albarado lies on top of Rosa, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Albarado lies on top of Rosa, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Rosa. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 48-47 (Reginald Wodehouse), 48-47 (Christina Shaw) and 49-46 (Ian Rivers). (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Paulie 'Blood Eagle' Albarado! Official Result: Paulie 'Blood Eagle' Albarado defeats Felipe Luiz Rosa (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Paulie Albarado thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Chuck Dooley "better be prepared" because he is coming for him. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Muscles From The Midlands" Mark Bicknell (11-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Coventry, England, Favorite: -1020) vs. "The Pride of Pakistan" Amir Ahmed (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Karachi, Pakistan, Underdog: +810) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Bicknell uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Ahmed shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Bicknell gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Time slips away as Ahmed successfully keeps Bicknell stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Ahmed starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 03:48) He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Ahmed attempts an armbar. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Bicknell defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Ahmed blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Ahmed begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Advancing his position, he gets mount. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Ahmed pounds away with right hands and Bicknell is having trouble doing anything about it! (Rd 1 - 01:43) Referee William Yeats jumps in and stops the fight as Bicknell went limp! (Rd 1 - 01:27) The winner, by knock out; Amir Ahmed! Official Result: 'The Pride Of Pakistan' Amir Ahmed defeats 'The Muscles From The Midlands' Mark Bicknell (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:33 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Amir Ahmed thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Amir Ahmed says that he knows that beating Mark Bicknell is a big upset but that he always believed in himself. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Big Dog" Dave Lennon (16-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Exeter, England, Favorite: -200) vs. Kerlon Guerra de Bastos (8-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +150) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:48) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Lennon hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:48) de Bastos finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 04:33) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Lennon lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:33) de Bastos hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:17) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:17) de Bastos hits a left cross. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Lennon hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:52) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:52) de Bastos misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Lennon attacks with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Lennon slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a good right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Lennon steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 03:08) de Bastos hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Lennon uses a left jab but de Bastos avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 02:47) de Bastos comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Lennon throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:47) de Bastos lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) de Bastos comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Lennon hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 02:27) de Bastos can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Lennon with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:13) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 01:41) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 01:25) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:25) Lennon misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. de Bastos comes in with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:03) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Lennon scores with a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. de Bastos lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:28) de Bastos backs off but does not look at all steady on his feet, he has clearly been rocked by that last blow! (Rd 1 - 00:28) Lennon lands a right uppercut but did not get all of it, de Bastos got a partial block that saved him. (Rd 1 - 00:05) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Lennon misses with a big right hand, allowing de Bastos to counter with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to de Bastos. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:51) de Bastos misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Lennon misses a right hook and gets countered with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Lennon looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Lennon is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Taking a few gulps of breath, de Bastos is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 03:58) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:58) de Bastos hits a left cross. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Lennon misses with a left jab but scores with a massive right hook to the jaw! (Rd 2 - 03:45) de Bastos hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 2 - 03:45) Lennon knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on de Bastos, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 2 - 03:45) Lennon pounds away on de Bastos, but few of the shots lands clean. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Lennon fires away with punches, but de Bastos doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Lennon blocks de Bastos as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Lennon unloads with some right hands, but de Bastos deals with them comfortably. (Rd 2 - 02:31) Lennon blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Lennon pounds away, but de Bastos calmly deals with them. (Rd 2 - 02:06) de Bastos tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Lennon fires off some rights, but de Bastos isn't troubled by them. (Rd 2 - 01:37) Lennon blocks de Bastos as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 01:24) In side control, Lennon catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Lennon blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:51) Lennon pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on de Bastos. (Rd 2 - 00:37) de Bastos tries to pull guard on Lennon but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:21) Lennon unloads with some right hands, but de Bastos deals with them comfortably. (Rd 2 - 00:03) de Bastos tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Lennon, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square. (Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Lennon. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:45) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 3 - 04:15) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:15) de Bastos misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:47) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 03:47) Lennon finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 3 - 03:47) de Bastos uses a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:38) A few deep breaths betray that Lennon is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 3 - 03:32) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 3 - 03:05) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:05) de Bastos dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:51) de Bastos is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 02:44) de Bastos lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Lennon lands a left jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Lennon doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 3 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:30) Lennon comes forward on the attack. (Rd 3 - 02:30) de Bastos hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 02:30) Lennon throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 02:04) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 02:04) de Bastos lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 02:04) Lennon finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 3 - 01:45) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 01:45) Lennon lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:45) de Bastos scores with a jab and also nails a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Lennon initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 3 - 01:21) de Bastos fires off a counter jab. (Rd 3 - 01:21) Lennon throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 3 - 01:09) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Lennon misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:52) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 00:23) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 00:23) de Bastos finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 3 - 00:23) Lennon hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:23) A strike has re-opened the cut above the eye of Lennon. (Rd 3 - 00:14) de Bastos looks very tired out there. (Rd 3 - 00:14) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:14) Clinched with Lennon, de Bastos looks to try and take him down. (Rd 3 - 00:14) It doesn't work, Lennon defended against it well. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to de Bastos, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to de Bastos. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Lennon. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:53) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 04:53) Lennon connects with a left hand. (Rd 4 - 04:53) de Bastos lands a left jab and also scores with a massive right hook to the jaw! (Rd 4 - 04:43) Lennon is knocked down! (Rd 4 - 04:43) de Bastos knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Lennon, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 4 - 04:43) de Bastos pounds away, landing several clean blows on Lennon in the process. (Rd 4 - 04:30) de Bastos unloads with big right hands, but Lennon is able to deal with most of them. (Rd 4 - 04:11) Lennon tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 03:52) From the looks of things, I don't think Lennon has much energy left. (Rd 4 - 03:52) de Bastos pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Lennon. (Rd 4 - 03:38) Lennon tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 03:20) de Bastos unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots. (Rd 4 - 03:05) de Bastos pounds away on Lennon, but few of the shots lands clean. (Rd 4 - 02:52) de Bastos looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 4 - 02:52) Lennon tries to pull guard on de Bastos but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 4 - 02:37) de Bastos fires off some rights, but Lennon isn't troubled by them. (Rd 4 - 02:23) Lennon tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 02:07) de Bastos fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 4 - 01:47) de Bastos blocks Lennon as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 4 - 01:31) de Bastos fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 4 - 01:12) Lennon tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 4 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 00:53) de Bastos tries to pound on Lennon, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 4 - 00:40) de Bastos blocks Lennon as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 4 - 00:26) de Bastos pounds away, but Lennon isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 4 - 00:11) de Bastos blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to de Bastos, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Lennon is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:47) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:47) de Bastos hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 04:47) Lennon connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:31) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 04:31) Lennon hits a left jab and also hits a good right hand. de Bastos hits a good right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:10) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:10) Lennon lands a nice right hook. (Rd 5 - 04:10) de Bastos is off target with a left jab but nails a right cross. (Rd 5 - 03:56) de Bastos tries to cover up but is very clearly wobbling! The only reason he is still upright is that he's now slumped against the cage! Here comes Lennon, he knows that this is a chance to finish! (Rd 5 - 03:56) A right cross thumps into de Bastos! (Rd 5 - 03:48) de Bastos can't cover up well enough and gets clocked with a right hand to the side of the head and goes down hard! (Rd 5 - 03:41) Lennon starts pounding away on de Bastos, looking to finish him off! (Rd 5 - 03:41) Lennon pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock de Bastos. (Rd 5 - 03:25) The gas tank looks empty on Lennon. (Rd 5 - 03:25) Lennon pounds away with rights, but de Bastos covers up and only a couple manage to get through. (Rd 5 - 03:12) de Bastos tries to pull guard on Lennon but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 5 - 02:57) Lennon fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 5 - 02:43) de Bastos tries to pull guard on Lennon but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 5 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:26) Lennon pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 5 - 02:07) de Bastos tries to pull guard on Lennon but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 5 - 01:54) The gas tank looks empty on de Bastos. (Rd 5 - 01:54) Lennon begins trying to get himself into a mount. (Rd 5 - 01:54) Lennon almost gets the mount, but de Bastos bucks his hips and starts scrambling. (Rd 5 - 01:42) The scramble sees Lennon up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately. (Rd 5 - 01:30) de Bastos smothers Lennon against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 01:17) Lennon is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 5 - 01:05) de Bastos hits Lennon, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 5 - 00:45) Lennon is trapped against the cage and de Bastos punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 00:26) de Bastos pins Lennon up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 5 - 00:09) Lennon is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Lennon. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde scores the contest as 48-47 to Lennon. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Millhouse Twain: 48-47 de Bastos. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse: 48-47 de Bastos. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Kerlon Guerra de Bastos wins by split decision! Official Result: Kerlon Guerra de Bastos defeats 'The Big Dog' Dave Lennon (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Kerlon Guerra de Bastos thanks everyone connected to Combat Team Curitiba for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. There's no doubt that Kerlon Guerra de Bastos benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Ozzy Bintley (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Worcester, England, Favorite: -490) vs. "Longshore" Damien Jones (8-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Gilbert, Arizona, Underdog: +390) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Jones comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Bintley fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Jones throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 04:34) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Jones misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:16) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Jones uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Bintley hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Jones hits a jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Bintley hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 03:27) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Jones doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Bintley manages to connect with two punches out of a flurry but misses with a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Jones scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Bintley finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Bintley finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Jones lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Bintley backs off quickly, I think that last shot really shook him! (Rd 1 - 02:38) Jones tries to finish him off with a huge right hook, but just misses. (Rd 1 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:14) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Jones uses a pair of left jabs but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Bintley finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 01:48) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Bintley slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 01:34) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Jones comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Bintley fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Jones can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Jones doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Displaying tight boxing skills, Bintley hits a three punch combo that ends with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:33) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 1 - 00:16) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Bintley, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:46) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Bintley lands two jabs and also lands a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Jones lands two jabs and also connects with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:16) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Jones counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Jones is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 03:55) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 2 - 03:28) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Bintley slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Backing off, Jones stumbles and almost goes down...I think he is hurt! (Rd 2 - 03:14) A right cross catches Jones but lacked power. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Jones steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Bintley hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Jones throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:25) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 02:00) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Jones forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Bintley hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Jones connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 01:12) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:12) Bintley dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Bintley scores with a brace of jabs and also connects with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Jones is off target with a left jab but scores with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Bintley can't hit a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:29) Bintley shows his good guard by absorbing a three punch flurry. (Rd 2 - 00:01) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:01) Jones misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Bintley took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Bintley. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:46) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Bintley misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 3 - 04:18) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Jones hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:18) Bintley hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:09) Bintley is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 04:00) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:00) Bintley counters a right hand with a nice left hand. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Jones appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 3 - 03:38) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 3 - 03:01) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 03:01) Jones scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:01) Displaying tight boxing skills, Bintley throws a flurry of three punches that end with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:51) Jones looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats, that last blow may have rocked him! (Rd 3 - 02:51) Bintley moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! Jones goes down! (Rd 3 - 02:38) Bintley starts pounding away on Jones, looking to finish him off! (Rd 3 - 02:38) Bintley pounds away on Jones, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 3 - 02:38) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 3 - 02:27) Ozzy Bintley takes the win by TKO! Official Result: Ozzy Bintley defeats 'Longshore' Damien Jones (TKO (Strikes) in 2:33 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Ozzy Bintley name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The African Dream" Souleymane Ya Konan (12-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, Favorite: -710) vs. Gareth Grundy (10-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Venice Beach, California, Underdog: +560) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Grundy looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Ya Konan simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Ya Konan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Grundy with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Ya Konan closes in on Grundy, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Ya Konan lands a left jab, but Grundy avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 1 - 04:22) A jab hits home from Ya Konan and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Grundy. (Rd 1 - 04:04) A jab is wide from Ya Konan, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Backing off, Grundy looks very wobbly, I think he may be hurt! (Rd 1 - 03:54) Ya Konan acts fast, moving in and flooring Grundy with a right hand to the jaw! (Rd 1 - 03:40) Moving quickly, Ya Konan comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps! (Rd 1 - 03:40) Incredibly, Grundy holds on and survives an arsenal of stomps and kicks! (Rd 1 - 03:16) Grundy makes Ya Konan step back by throwing a vicious up-kick. (Rd 1 - 03:04) On his back, Grundy watches as Ya Konan comes in looking to get a dominant ground position. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Ya Konan is quick, Grundy can't stop him getting side control. (Rd 1 - 02:49) Ya Konan fires away with punches, but Grundy doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Grundy tries to pull guard on Ya Konan but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Ya Konan begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 1 - 02:19) He loses his control momentarily as he tries the mount and a scramble begins. (Rd 1 - 02:07) The scramble results in Grundy being on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 01:50) Ya Konan fires away with rights, but does little in the way of actual damage. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Grundy pulls Ya Konan close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Ya Konan fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Ya Konan leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Grundy. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Ya Konan throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Ya Konan gets pulled in tight, and takes a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the face. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Ya Konan, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Ya Konan, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:50) A jab is wide from Ya Konan, but then he hits Grundy with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Ya Konan moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Grundy appeared to be going for a takedown, but Ya Konan took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Ya Konan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Grundy with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Ya Konan lands a left hand and then catches Grundy with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Grundy wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Ya Konan can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a fantastic right cross! (Rd 2 - 03:56) Grundy is knocked down! (Rd 2 - 03:51) Ya Konan knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Grundy, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 2 - 03:51) Ya Konan pounds away on Grundy, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 2 - 03:51) Referee Leo Behan pulls Ya Konan away, stopping the fight! (Rd 2 - 03:36) The winner, by TKO; Souleymane Ya Konan! Official Result: 'The African Dream' Souleymane Ya Konan defeats Gareth Grundy (TKO (Strikes) in 1:24 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Souleymane Ya Konan thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Big Show" Sylvester Collins (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Thunder Bay, Ontario, Favorite: -570) vs. Norman "Conquest" MacAskill (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Aberdeen, Scotland, Underdog: +450) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a roar from the crowd as Collins enters, he is from around here. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Collins comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 1 - 04:50) MacAskill connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Collins wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:26) MacAskill connects with a nice jab and then catches Collins with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:05) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:43) MacAskill moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 03:43) A punch from MacAskill fails to land. (Rd 1 - 03:25) MacAskill can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Collins gets hold of MacAskill without taking too much damage. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Collins is looking to muscle MacAskill back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Collins does it, MacAskill is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Collins presses MacAskill into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 1 - 02:52) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Smothered against the cage, MacAskill cannot get free. (Rd 1 - 01:51) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 01:05) MacAskill wrestles back against Collins, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:40) MacAskill closes in on Collins, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Collins appeared to be going for a takedown, but MacAskill took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 00:40) MacAskill lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Collins steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 1 - 00:21) MacAskill lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Collins looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 00:03) MacAskill fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Collins with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to MacAskill. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected MacAskill to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight. (Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Collins. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) Collins isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he shoots in at the wrong moment. (Rd 2 - 04:47) MacAskill throws a punch but Collins avoids it. (Rd 2 - 04:42) Collins moves in fast and shoots on MacAskill. (Rd 2 - 04:36) MacAskill stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety. (Rd 2 - 04:13) MacAskill lands a jab and then catches Collins with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:04) MacAskill is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Collins steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 2 - 03:58) MacAskill hits a left jab and then hits Collins with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:58) The gash under the eye of Collins has been re-opened by a strike. (Rd 2 - 03:36) MacAskill fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:25) Collins gets hold of MacAskill. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Collins catches MacAskill with a knee strike to the body from the grapple. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Collins looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:07) It doesn't work, MacAskill defended against it well. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Collins looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 02:55) It's unsuccessful, MacAskill maintained a good solid base. (Rd 2 - 02:37) Collins uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches MacAskill to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Collins tries to wrestle MacAskill backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:25) He does so and now has MacAskill pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:06) MacAskill, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Collins is exerting. (Rd 2 - 02:06) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Collins tries to maintain control, but MacAskill wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:53) For the first time, Collins is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 00:44) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Collins uses a left jab but misses with a right hand. MacAskill hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:33) MacAskill clinches up, looking shattered. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Collins uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches MacAskill to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 00:17) Collins tries to wrestle MacAskill backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:17) Collins does it, MacAskill is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:02) MacAskill is trapped against the cage and Collins hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Collins, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19. (Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Collins. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Several red marks around his ribs show that MacAskill has taken some heavy shots to the body tonight. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:48) Collins had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:48) A punch from MacAskill fails to land. (Rd 3 - 04:36) MacAskill looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:36) MacAskill hits a left jab and then catches Collins with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:23) A few deep breaths betray that MacAskill is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 3 - 04:10) MacAskill lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:01) MacAskill doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 3 - 03:49) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 03:49) MacAskill is off target with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:49) Collins scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:26) Collins misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. MacAskill comes in with a left hand. (Rd 3 - 03:11) MacAskill lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 02:43) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:43) Collins misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:16) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 3 - 02:04) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 02:04) Collins is looking to muscle MacAskill back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:04) He does so and now has MacAskill pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:45) Collins pins MacAskill up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Collins goes to use some dirty boxing, but MacAskill is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 3 - 01:11) Collins pins MacAskill up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Collins drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Collins smothers MacAskill against the cage and stomps down on his foot. (Rd 3 - 00:38) Collins smothers MacAskill against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 00:26) Collins hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 00:15) Collins is breathing very hard. (Rd 3 - 00:15) Collins tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but MacAskill uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Collins. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Collins up 29-28. (Rd 3 - 00:00) MacAskill definitely has a large bruise starting to develop on his body, that has got to hurt. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:52) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:52) MacAskill connects with a left hand. (Rd 4 - 04:52) Collins misses with a left jab but lands a powerful right hook! (Rd 4 - 04:38) Collins took an accidental eye poke there, that looked nasty. (Rd 4 - 04:38) He is given time to recover. (Rd 4 - 04:38) The fight resumes. (Rd 4 - 04:31) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 4 - 04:20) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:20) Collins tries to wrestle MacAskill backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:20) Collins manages it and controls MacAskill up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:01) MacAskill gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 4 - 03:54) MacAskill uses his wrestling skills to prevent Collins from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 03:38) MacAskill is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 03:18) Collins goes to use some dirty boxing, but MacAskill is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 4 - 03:02) Collins pins MacAskill up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 4 - 02:49) Collins tries to use dirty boxing against MacAskill, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 4 - 02:29) Collins looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 4 - 02:29) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Leo Behan restarts them back in the center. (Rd 4 - 02:29) MacAskill seems to be fighting against exhaustion, I'm not sure he has much left to give. (Rd 4 - 02:19) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 02:19) Collins slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left hook. (Rd 4 - 02:06) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:06) Collins is looking to muscle MacAskill back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:06) Collins does it, MacAskill is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:54) MacAskill is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:54) MacAskill has a large gash on his forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward his eyes. (Rd 4 - 01:42) MacAskill is trapped against the cage and Collins hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 4 - 01:28) MacAskill is trapped against the cage and Collins hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 4 - 01:13) Collins looks for an elbow strike, but MacAskill works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 4 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:51) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 00:51) Collins hits a left cross. (Rd 4 - 00:51) MacAskill lands a one-two. (Rd 4 - 00:38) The gas tank looks empty on MacAskill. (Rd 4 - 00:25) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 00:25) Collins hits a left hand. (Rd 4 - 00:25) MacAskill finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 4 - 00:12) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:12) Collins is trying to muscle MacAskill up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:12) Collins manages it and controls MacAskill up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The gas tank looks empty on Collins. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Collins, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) MacAskill is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for MacAskill in between rounds. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:55) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 5 - 04:55) Collins hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:55) MacAskill lands a left hook. (Rd 5 - 04:31) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:31) Collins misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. MacAskill attacks with a nice left hand. (Rd 5 - 04:07) Collins may have been setting up to shoot, but MacAskill aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 5 - 04:07) MacAskill can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 03:54) MacAskill lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:28) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 03:28) Collins misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a good right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:11) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 03:11) Collins hits a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:11) MacAskill hits a left hand. (Rd 5 - 02:57) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:57) Collins hits MacAskill with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 5 - 02:38) MacAskill tries to wriggle free, but Collins controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 5 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 5 - 02:27) Collins is trying to muscle MacAskill up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:27) Collins achieves it, pinning MacAskill to the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:08) Collins smothers MacAskill against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 5 - 01:57) MacAskill uses his wrestling skills to prevent Collins from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:41) MacAskill takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 5 - 01:28) MacAskill is trapped against the cage and Collins punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:12) Collins pins MacAskill up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 5 - 01:05) MacAskill uses his wrestling skills to prevent Collins from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 00:46) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 5 - 00:33) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 5 - 00:13) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:13) Collins is trying to push MacAskill so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:13) Collins doesn't manage it though, MacAskill defended it well. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Collins. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 49-46. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Big Show' Sylvester Collins! Official Result: 'The Big Show' Sylvester Collins defeats Norman 'Conquest' MacAskill (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Sylvester Collins name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Sylvester Collins says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Kurt "Chopper" McDonald (9-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Auckland, New Zealand, Underdog: +190) vs. Chuck "The Laughing Man" Dooley (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Favorite: -240) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a roar from the crowd as Dooley enters, he is from around here. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:54) McDonald confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Dooley appeared to be going to try and get in close, but McDonald took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:54) McDonald fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Dooley with a hard low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 04:36) McDonald hits a right jab and then hits Dooley with a powerful body kick. (Rd 1 - 04:10) McDonald connects with two right hands and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:10) From the looks of it, that shot may have smashed the jaw of Dooley. (Rd 1 - 03:48) McDonald lands a jab and then lands a big left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:33) McDonald lands two jabs, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up. (Rd 1 - 03:13) McDonald lands a right hand and then catches Dooley with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:57) McDonald lands a jab and then scores with a left to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:34) McDonald connects with a nice jab and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Dooley scores with a weak, flicked right hand jab. (Rd 1 - 02:08) McDonald can't connect with a jab, but then hits Dooley with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 1 - 02:03) McDonald is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Dooley is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 1 - 01:57) McDonald moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 01:57) McDonald uses a right jab, but sees the following low kick get caught! (Rd 1 - 01:45) Seizing his chance, Dooley attempts a takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:45) McDonald gets taken down and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 01:32) Dooley is trying to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 01:32) Dooley passes guard, but McDonald was ready and a scramble for position ensues. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Somehow, the scramble leaves McDonald under the north-south control of Dooley. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Dooley loses control of McDonald, who scrambles quickly. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:58) The scramble leaves McDonald on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Dooley tries to pass the guard. (Rd 1 - 00:45) He eventually passes, but only into half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Dooley pounds away on McDonald, but few of the shots lands clean. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of McDonald. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:49) McDonald lands a jab and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Dooley shoots in at speed, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:16) McDonald cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Dooley lies on top of McDonald, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 03:43) In guard, Dooley is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Time slips away as Dooley successfully keeps McDonald stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Dooley starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 2 - 02:48) McDonald tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 02:36) Dooley manages to come out on top with side control. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Dooley fires away with right hands, but McDonald doesn't take much damage. (Rd 2 - 02:06) McDonald tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Dooley pounds away on McDonald, landing a few clean shots but not many. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Dooley blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 01:16) Dooley attempts the mount. (Rd 2 - 01:16) McDonald desperately tries to fight the mount, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 01:02) McDonald scrambles to his feet, but Dooley immediately drives him up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Dooley pins McDonald up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 2 - 00:29) McDonald, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Dooley is exerting. (Rd 2 - 00:29) A stalemate endures until the end of the round as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Dooley, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:53) A jab hits home from McDonald and then he lands a big left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:30) McDonald hits a right jab and then catches Dooley with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 3 - 04:20) McDonald is breathing very hard. (Rd 3 - 04:05) A jab is wide from McDonald, but then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 03:47) McDonald confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:47) A jab is wide from McDonald, but then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Limping quite noticeably, Dooley is definitely feeling the damage to his legs. (Rd 3 - 03:29) Dooley appeared to be going to try and get in close, but McDonald took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 03:29) A jab lands from McDonald, but the following leg kick misses. (Rd 3 - 03:14) A jab hits home from McDonald and then he scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 02:54) McDonald can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Dooley appeared to be going for a takedown, but McDonald took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 02:35) McDonald fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Dooley with a stunning left hook! (Rd 3 - 02:35) Dooley is out! It's all over! (Rd 3 - 02:21) By knock out, the winner is Kurt McDonald! Official Result: Kurt 'Chopper' McDonald defeats Chuck 'The Laughing Man' Dooley (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:39 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Kurt McDonald name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Kurt McDonald celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Gyokusho "Fujizilla" Fujimoto (11-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Sendai, Japan, Favorite: -980) vs. Oldano "Taurus" Kalil (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +780) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Stanley Wright is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:49) A flurry of three punches from Fujimoto see one of them land but Kalil steps back to avoid a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Fujimoto lands three of three quick punches and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Kalil. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Moving around, Kalil is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 1 - 03:52) A flurry of three punches from Fujimoto see them all connect and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Fujimoto comes in fast with five quick punches, landing three of them, and then hits Kalil with a body kick. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Attacking with a quick flurry, Fujimoto lands five punches and then catches Kalil with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Fujimoto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Circling warily, Kalil is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 02:04) A jab is wide from Fujimoto, but then he hits Kalil with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Kalil hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Fujimoto throws a punch but Kalil avoids it. (Rd 1 - 01:40) Kalil moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 1 - 01:40) Fujimoto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Fujimoto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Kalil with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Fujimoto lands a jab and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:51) A quick flurry of five punches from Fujimoto sees all of them hit home and then hits Kalil with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Fujimoto can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a 10-8 to Fujimoto on my card, Kalil was well behind. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Fujimoto to go on and win this fight now that the first round has gone his way. (Rd 1 - 00:00) It's hard to see a scenario where Kalil can do enough to take this fight. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:54) A flurry of three punches from Fujimoto see three of them land and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Fujimoto comes in fast with four quick punches, landing three of them, but Kalil dodges a big right head kick follow-up. (Rd 2 - 04:08) For the first time, Fujimoto is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Limping slightly, Kalil is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Fujimoto comes in with a flurry of four quick punches, landing two of them, and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Kalil. (Rd 2 - 03:29) A flurry of four punches from Fujimoto see them all connect and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Fujimoto lands two left hands and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Kalil may have a broken rib after that strike. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Any sort of significant damage to the ribs is going to leave Kalil in a world of trouble. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Fujimoto attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Kalil throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 2 - 02:32) A jab is wide from Fujimoto, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Fujimoto stalks forward, pressuring Kalil. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Kalil fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Two jabs hit home from Fujimoto and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 02:00) Fujimoto comes forward, walking down Kalil. (Rd 2 - 02:00) Kalil manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 02:00) Fujimoto fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Fujimoto comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Kalil manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Fujimoto can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Kalil limps slightly as he circles. (Rd 2 - 01:33) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 01:14) Fujimoto steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 01:14) Kalil manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 01:14) Fujimoto can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:09) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Fujimoto is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 2 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:56) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Looking very tired, Fujimoto clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Kalil gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Fujimoto uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 00:31) Fujimoto uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Kalil. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Fujimoto is trying to push Kalil so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:18) Fujimoto does it, Kalil is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Fujimoto smothers Kalil against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a 10-8 to Fujimoto on my card, Kalil was well behind. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Kalil will be able to take the victory without a finish. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:46) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 3 - 04:13) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:13) Kalil misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Fujimoto to attack with a left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 03:53) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 3 - 03:34) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Fujimoto is breathing very hard. (Rd 3 - 03:04) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 03:04) Fujimoto feints one way and then the other, throwing Kalil off balance and leaving him badly exposed. (Rd 3 - 03:04) Kalil misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Fujimoto attacks with quick jabs that are followed by a quick kick. (Rd 3 - 02:41) Kalil has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 3 - 02:34) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 3 - 02:08) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 02:08) Fujimoto slips past a left hook and counters with a sequence of jabs that are followed by a left hook to the side of the body. (Rd 3 - 01:45) Kalil is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 01:45) Kalil has an obvious limp as he circles. (Rd 3 - 01:39) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 01:39) Kalil misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Fujimoto comes in with two jabs that are followed by a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 3 - 01:26) Kalil looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him! He winds up backed against the cage with nowhere to go! (Rd 3 - 01:26) Fujimoto moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand around the guard! Kalil is rocked again! (Rd 3 - 01:26) Referee Stanley Wright has seen enough and jumps in to stop the fight! Kalil wasn't offering enough intelligent defence. (Rd 3 - 01:20) The winner, by TKO; Gyokusho Fujimoto! Official Result: Gyokusho 'Fujizilla' Fujimoto defeats Oldano 'Taurus' Kalil (TKO (Strikes) in 3:40 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Gyokusho Fujimoto thanks everyone connected to J1 Circle for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. Gyokusho Fujimoto proved to be a charismatic interviewee. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Ikuhisa Tamura (23-13, 0-0 CTC, From: Hiroshima, Japan, Favorite: -760) vs. "Big Loz" Laurence Lamping (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Swindon, England, Underdog: +600) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Stanley Wright. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Tamura comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Lamping scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Tamura throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Tamura moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Lamping into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Lamping hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:42) A one-two from Tamura fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Relentlessly walking down his opponent, Tamura comes forward. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Tamura confidently steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:28) A one-two from Tamura fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Tamura attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Lamping scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Tamura throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Lamping dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Tamura moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Lamping into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Lamping fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Tamura can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:19) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Tamura comes forward, walking down Lamping. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Lamping hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 02:46) A one-two from Tamura fails to land. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Tamura comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Lamping throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Tamura throws a one-two, but Lamping was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:17) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Lamping slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Lamping aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Tamura lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Lamping misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Tamura to attack with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:34) For the first time, Tamura is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 01:29) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Shoulders hunched, Tamura studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity. (Rd 1 - 01:08) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 00:30) Tamura initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:30) Lamping manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 00:30) Tamura throws a two-punch combo but Lamping avoids both. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Lamping misses with a big right hand, allowing Tamura to counter with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Lamping just about edged it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Tamura, the heavy favourite, would not have expected the first round to go like that; he looks a little dazed. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Lamping hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Tamura scores with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:41) Lamping is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him! He staggers back against the cage and covers up, trying to buy time to recover! (Rd 2 - 04:41) A right cross thumps into Lamping! (Rd 2 - 04:32) A right cross thumps into Lamping! (Rd 2 - 04:26) Tamura moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand around the guard! Lamping is rocked again! (Rd 2 - 04:26) Referee Stanley Wright jumps in and saves Lamping from taking any more shots! (Rd 2 - 04:26) That's poor refereeing in my opinion, referee Stanley Wright should have gotten in there and stopped the bout faster. (Rd 2 - 04:21) The winner, by TKO; Ikuhisa Tamura! Official Result: Ikuhisa Tamura defeats 'Big Loz' Laurence Lamping (TKO (Strikes) in 0:39 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Ikuhisa Tamura gives a name-check to everyone at Top Team Japan, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He praises Lamping for a tough fight. He is charismatic, and that helps him benefit from these interviews. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Great Japanese Hope" Kanezane Fujii (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Favorite: -800) vs. Josimar Martins (17-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +630) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Christina Shaw, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a big size difference in this fight, Fujii is probably at least 20lbs heavier. That's a major disadvantage for Martins to try and overcome. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:49) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Martins lands a left jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Fujii hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Martins almost falls over as he backs off...that last shot may have genuinely rocked him! (Rd 1 - 04:35) Fujii moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! Martins goes down! (Rd 1 - 04:23) Fujii starts pounding away on Martins, looking to finish him off! (Rd 1 - 04:23) Fujii pounds away with rights, Martins is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face! (Rd 1 - 04:23) With Martins taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 04:03) The winner, by TKO; Kanezane Fujii! Official Result: 'The Great Japanese Hope' Kanezane Fujii defeats Josimar Martins (TKO (Strikes) in 0:57 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Kanezane Fujii thanks everyone connected to J1 Circle for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Brixton Butcher" Stafford Alois (28-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Brixton, England, Underdog: -110) vs. Pai Cheng (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Shanghai, China, Favorite: -130) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Stanley Wright is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:45) Alois throws a punch but Cheng avoids it. (Rd 1 - 04:38) Cheng moves in fast and clinches with Alois. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Cheng starts trying to set-up up a suplex. (Rd 1 - 04:31) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a suplex! He gets side control of it! (Rd 1 - 04:17) Cheng looks to get a mount. (Rd 1 - 04:17) Alois tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Alois prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Cheng from getting hooks in. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Alois tries a roll, but doesn't budge Cheng. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Cheng successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Cheng, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Alois doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Alois tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight. (Rd 1 - 02:11) With both hooks in, Cheng tries to flatten Alois out for the rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Alois doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Alois tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Cheng unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots. (Rd 1 - 01:06) Cheng pounds away and Alois eats a few big strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Cheng pounds away, landing several great shots that rock Alois! (Rd 1 - 00:47) Alois appears to go limp and the referee dives in and pulls Cheng away - it's all over! (Rd 1 - 00:28) The winner, by knock out; Pai Cheng! Official Result: Pai Cheng defeats 'The Brixton Butcher' Stafford Alois (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:32 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Pai Cheng praises his team at Tai Sheng Men Society, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. MAIN EVENT CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "Urso Grande" Murilo Satinho (12-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Favorite: -1200) vs. Paulo Boas (19-14, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Ian Rivers, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Satinho shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:54) Boas gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Satinho unloads with big right hands and Boas is struggling to cope! (Rd 1 - 04:28) Satinho throws a quick, ultra-nasty elbow strike to the head. (Rd 1 - 04:28) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Boas. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Satinho pounds away and Boas is struggling to stay conscious! (Rd 1 - 04:19) Referee William Yeats jumps in quickly as Boas has gone out! (Rd 1 - 04:06) Murilo Satinho takes the victory by way of knock out! Official Result: 'Urso Grande' Murilo Satinho defeats Paulo Boas (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:54 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Murilo Satinho thanks God, his sponsors, and all of his supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. Attendance: 23 Gate Reciepts: $2,378 Sponsorship: $23,726 Ad Revenue: $35,544 Merchandise: $4,499 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $164,280) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Murilo Satinho $16,970 Paulo Boas $1,680 KotN: Satinho: $5,000 Perf: Satinho: $5,000 Pai Cheng $12,720 Stafford Alois $22,480 FotN: Both: $10,000 Kanezane Fujii $11,290 Josimar Martins $1,680 Perf: Fujii: $5,000 Ikuhisa Tamura $5,950 Laurence Lamping $1,920 Gyokusho Fujimoto $6,290 Oldano Kalil $1,440 Kurt McDonald $4,080 Chuck Dooley $1,920 Sylvester Collins $4,420 Norman MacAskill $1,920 Souleymane Ya Konan $4,080 Gareth Grundy $1,560 Ozzy Bintley $2,720 Damien Jones $1,680 Kerlon Guerra de Bastos $3,740 Dave Lennon $2,880 Amir Ahmed $6,800 Mark Bicknell $2,300 Perf: Ahmed: $5,000 Paulie Albarado $2,250 Felipe Luiz Rosa $2,100 Jean-Pierre Richelleau $3,450 Malcolm Stew $1,200 Sergio do Vale $2,100 Iancu Trailescu $2,300 Hayden Ellery $7,400 Phil Verdigree $1,400 Perf: Ellery: $5,000 Gaby Corrales $2,400 Morgan Hopwood $1,200 Perry Potenkin $1,350 Moray McWhirter $110 Mort Slingsby $7,400 Josuke Matsuzawa $1,400 SotN: Slingsby: $5,000 Deverill Butt $2,250 Bairei Akutagawa $1,400 Sanraku Kawabata $2,550 Mitch Woodburn $1,500 Drug Testing: $22,520 Production: $22,431 Profit: $-143,084 Critical Rating: 67% Commercial Rating: 48% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada -1.5% 78.0% (High Level Regional) USA -1.2% 84.5% (High Level Regional) UK +1.6% 77.8% (High Level Regional) Europe +1.0% 49.8% (Mid Level Regional) Australia +0.5% 62.1% (Mid Level Regional) Japan +0.8% 62.3% (Mid Level Regional) Asia +1.2% 57.6% (Mid Level Regional) Russia +0.7% 48.0% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +0.8% 56.7% (Mid Level Regional) South America +1.2% 73.0% (High Level Regional) Central America +0.4% 58.1% (Mid Level Regional) Africa +1.0% 29.0% (Low Level Regional) News - The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Paulo Boas, Stafford Alois, Josimar Martins, Laurence Lamping, Oldano Kalil, Norman MacAskill, Gareth Grundy, Damien Jones, Dave Lennon, Mark Bicknell, Felipe Luiz Rosa, Malcolm Stew, Iancu Trailescu, Phil Verdigree, Morgan Hopwood, Moray McWhirter, Josuke Matsuzawa, Bairei Akutagawa, and Mitch Woodburn. - The services of Chuck Dooley have been retained per Canandian fighter rules. - Chuck Dooley sufferd a broken jaw in his loss to Kurt McDonald, he will miss three weeks of training, but will likely have plenty of time before his next fight. 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Saturday, Week 4, June 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Urso Grande" Murilo Satinho (12-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #7, Favorite: -1200) vs. Paulo Boas (19-14, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #122, Underdog: +950) Murilo Satinho is one of the fastest rising stars on the Heavyweight scene. A naturally big guy with awesome power and some of the scariest ground and pound ever seen in MMA, he also has the agility and cardio of a much smaller man. Seemingly without weakness, he could be one of the greats. A dominating presence in FLB, where he was an undefeated Heavyweight champion, he was a star signing for ALPHA-1 in the late summer of 2001. He won a Unanimous Decision against Ari Peltonen in his ALPHA-1 debut. Paulo Boas is a journeyman Heavyweight competitor from Brazil. Powerfully built, he certainly has the ability to knock opponents out if he catches them with one of his big hooks, but he is so slow moving that only those foolish enough to stand in front of him are in much danger. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Brixton Butcher" Stafford Alois (28-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #12, Underdog: -110) vs. Pai Cheng (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #117, Favorite: -130) Stafford Alois is one of the biggest fighters in Europe, both physically and by reputation, and is a hard hitting kick boxer who is known for his long highlight reel if head kick KO victories. Approaching 40 and probably no longer realistically in the BCF Heavyweight title picture, many expect Alois to hang up the gloves sooner rather than later. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Dave Lennon in BCF. Pai Cheng is a big powerful Heavyweight from China. Primarily a wrestler, and a very good one at that, Cheng's exceptional balance allows him to both control opponents and be virtually impervious to takedowns. On top of his grappling he also has a lot of raw power in his hands, making him a doubly dangerous opponent. MAIN CARD CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Great Japanese Hope" Kazezane Fujii (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #28, Favorite: -800) vs. Josimar Martins (17-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #101, Underdog: +630) Kanezane Fujii is a youngster who many in the East feel could become a superstar. Trained in both wrestling and judo, the big man is very good when up close but also has the natural power to be dangerous when swinging for the fences. A very big Heavyweight, he could easily fight in the Super Heavyweight division if he wanted. He joined ALPHA-1 in late 1998 and cruised his way to five straight victories before finally being stopped by the dangerous Canadian veteran Mason Archer for his first pro defeat. Josimar Martins is about as one-dimensional as they come, he is a Brazilian brawler whose sole threat comes from his heavy hands. If he hits you, it's going to hurt, but if you can find a way to take him or tie him up, he has nothing to offer. Martins was a regular with FLB for several years, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Felipe Luiz Rosa in his last fight. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ikuhisa Tamura (23-13, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #21, Favorite: -760) vs. "Big Loz" Laurence Lamping (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #108, Underdog: +600) Ikuhisa Tamura first debuted back in the early days of MMA, and was a tradition wrestler earning his victories by way of smothering control. Over the years he has undergone a transformation of sorts, and while he can still grapple he is now better known for being a big puncher with an iron jaw. It's made him a more exciting fighter to watch and a definite fan favorite, but has also made him easier to beat. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a third round TKO loss to Elzo Alves Moura in ALPHA-1. Laurence Lamping is a powerhouse of a fighter, who has the punching power to frighten anyone and is no slouch when it comes to using his physical strength to bully opponents with grappling. Big Loz is a real prospect for a future British Heavyweight star. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Gykusho "Fujizilla" Fujimoto (11-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #15, Favorite: -980) vs. Oldano "Taurus" Kalil (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #114, Underdog: +780) Gyokusho Fujimoto is a fast rising prospect who looks set to be the next big Japanese Heavyweight star. He is an elite level kick boxer who has damaging power in both his hands and feet. Boasting a truly excellent sprawl that makes him very hard to take to the ground, he has the potential to be a major factor in the Heavyweight rankings. He challenged to the ALPHA-1 Heavyweight title in June 1999, but was defeated by the legendary Hassan Fezzik. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Khru Duangjan in ALPHA-1. Oldano Kalil is a big grappler, who likes to use his muscle mass and sheer size to bully opponents. One of the promising young stars of the Brazilian Heavyweight scene, many expect big things for Kalil. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kurt "Chopper" McDonald (9-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #18, Underdog: +190) vs. Chuck "The Laughing Man" Dooley (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #111, Favorite: -240) Kurt McDonald is a Heavyweight who looks like he could be one of the stars of the future. Noted for his big punching power and absolutely devastating leg kicks, he is also an accomplished wrestler. He is a very difficult fighter to stop. After generating a buzz for himself while working in Europe for SIGMA, he moved to the big leagues of GAMMA in January 1999. He is coming off his first career defeat, a Unanimous Decision loss to Tank Manu'a in GAMMA. Chuck Dooley is a hulking wrestler from Canada, and is the personification of explosive power. Boasting a fantastic double leg that hits with the force of a locomotive, he excels at putting people on their backs and destroying them with ground and pound. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Big Show" Sylvester Collins (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #20, Favorite: -570) vs. Norman "Conquest" MacAskill (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #109, Underdog: +450) Sylvester Collins is a former pro football player who was a very good amateur wrestler in high school, a massive man who is surprisingly quick on his feet. Very powerful, although his main tactic is to obliterate his opponents by overpowering them with wrestling he also has knock out power in his hands. A cast member of the second season of Clash of the Titans, where he made it to the semi-finals before being beaten by Wilson Franklyn, he looks to be a good prospect for the future. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Joey Baddell at the Clash of the Titans Finale. Norman MacAskill fights out of Scotland, and is a big youngster who fights at Heavyweight but who could easily go into the Super Heavyweight division if he wanted to. An all-rounder, MacAskill can strike and wrestle, although he's nowhere near at an elite level in either. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The African Dream" Souleymane Ya Konan (12-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #45, Favorite: -710) vs. Gareth Grundy (10-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #84, Underdog: +560) Souleymane Ya Konan is a former kick boxing champion, and is one of the most intimidating men in MMA thanks to his size and intensity, if pre-match staredowns decided fights, he'd be unbeatable. His main weapon is his enormous punching power, but his kicks can do a lot of damage too. He is best known for his run with SIGMA, although he has shown a frustrating inconsistency there and has not really set the Heavyweight division alight as many expected he would. He is coming off a third round submission loss to Grzegorz Boniek in SIGMA. Gareth Grundy is a former college wrestling standout who now uses those grappling skills in MMA. He has the ability and power to smother opponents into defeat and can be a tricky customer to fight, but his awful stand-up is a huge glaring weakness. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ozzy Bintley (5-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Favorite: -490) vs. "Longshore" Damien Jones (8-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Underdog: +390) Ozzy Bintley is a natural tough guy, and athletic freak of nature, who prior to getting involved with MMA he took part in triathalons and other endurance tests for fun, trained in boxing, and for a short time was even on the books as a professional for a major rugby club. With his boxing and obvious drive, he clearly had the potential to be something special in the making and it was no surprise when BCF signed him before he'd even made his pro debut. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Howard Pursglove in BCF. Damien Jones is a rugged brawler who boxed at an amateur level, and comes in swinging and simply doesn't let up. His roughhouse tactics may be crude, but they're difficult to counter. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Big Dog" Dave Lennon (16-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Favorite: -200) vs. Kerlon Guerra de Bastos (8-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #82, Underdog: +150) Dave Lennon is a big tough dude who quite enjoys Italian food, long walks on the beach, and beating people to a pulp within the confines of a steel cage. A brawler, pure and simple, he hits hard enough to be very dangerous even if the rest of his MMA game is pretty threadbare. A long-time stalwart of the BCF Heavyweight division, Lennon is not likely to ever challenge for the title but he makes a fine gatekeeper. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Stafford Alois in BCF. Kerlon Guerra de Bastos is a former FLB Heavyweight title contender, who is in his element when he can stand and bang with an opponent. Pretty one dimensional, and with an unfortunate habit of gassing out too quickly, he doesn't seem likely to ever trouble the elite. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Renato in FLB. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Muscles From The Midlands" Mark Bicknell (11-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Favorite: -1020) vs. "The Pride of Pakistan" Amir Ahmed (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #85, Underdog: +810) Mark Bicknell is a rare beast, a decent wrestler from the UK, a powerhouse who has the grappling skills to control opponents for long periods of time. What he lacks is a cutting edge, as other than a very nice line in guillotine chokes, Bicknell doesn't have many ways to finish off an opponent. A BCF regular, he has often been close to getting a title shot only the lose at a crucial time. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Michael Bannon in BCF. The Pride of Pakistan, Amir Ahmed is a ground and pound specialist who looks to be a good bet for future success. A wrestler by trade, he loves to take down opponents and start throwing bombs at their noggin. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Paulie "Blood Eagle" Albarado (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #31, Even: -110) vs. Felipe Luiz Rosa (13-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #98, Even: -110) Paulie Albarado, known as Blood Eagle, is a Mexican Heavyweight who is best known for appearing on the second season of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans reality show (although it was a short stint, he was eliminated in the first round by eventual winner Sam Hoynes). A grinder who wears down opponents with top control, Albarado has remained in the division post-COTT. He is coming off a Split Decision loss to Razor Rivers in GAMMA. Felipe Luiz Rosa is a competent boxer, a bulky Heavyweight who can cause opponents plenty of problems as long as the fight is conducted on the feet, but any threat he poses is eradicated as soon as the fight goes to the ground. He is best known for his run with ALPHA-1, but was cut in 1999 and headed back to Brazil for a short run with FLB before they closed. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Josimar Martins in FLB. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Count" Jean-Pierre Richelleau (23-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #50, Favorite: -710) vs. Malcolm "Beef" Stew (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #79, Underdog: +560) Jean-Pierre Richelleau has been one of Europe's leading Heavyweights since the early 1990's, a tall kick boxer with a penchant for head kick knockouts. He is a very difficult fighter to compete against due to his dangerous strikes, and usually large reach advantage, although the task of beating him becomes significantly easier if the fight turns into a grappling or ground battle. Approaching the end of his career, in recent years he has started to suffer increasing numbers of losses as his body started to break down after a long and punishing career. He is on a losing streak, and coming off a third round TKO loss to Jacco Landeweerd in SIGMA. Malcolm Stew is a tough Heavyweight from London. Very short, but extremely muscular, he hits hard and often with his trusty right hand and usually tries to simply out-punch his opponent. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Iancu Trailescu (9-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #53, Underdog: +120) vs. Sergio do Vale (9-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #76, Favorite: -160) Iancu Trailescu is one of the tallest Heavyweights in MMA, a 6'10" Romanian striker, who has extremely dangerous kicks and, while his hands lack power, his long reach makes his punches a force to be reckoned with too. Like most tall fighters, his weakness is if he gets put on his back. He joined SIGMA at the start of 1998 but has failed to really make much of an impact. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Roope Kuqi in SIGMA. Sergio do Vale is a big Heavyweight fighter from Brazil, who can either box or wrestle, but his real threat comes if he can get his opponent down and start throwing some of his nasty ground and pound bombs. He is a former two-time challenger for the FLB Heavyweight title. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Murilo Satinho in an FLB Heavyweight title challenge. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Mr. Saturday Night" Phil Verdigree (24-16-1-2NC, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Favorite: -400) vs. Hayden "The Face" Ellery (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Underdog: +310) Phil Verdigree is a tough guy from Cardiff, a decent boxer in his youth, he became interested in MMA when the sport was first taking off. Never in anything approaching great physical shape due to his love of junk food and beer, he has nonetheless managed to rack up more than a few wins over the years thanks to his trusty left hook, an iron jaw, and the fact that people continue to underestimate him. Hayden Ellery is a motormouth MMA fighter who loves to get in close and rough people up in the clinch. Not so great from distance, despite having trained in kick boxing for many years, or on the ground, Ellery will need to improve his all-around game if he is to be able to fight anywhere near as well as he can talk. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Rapid Fire" Gaby Corales (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #34, Underdog: +190) vs. Morgan "Hoppy" Hopwood (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #95, Favorite: -240) Gaby Corrales is a big ex-boxer who is well known for his quick flurries of punches and his excellent defensive skills. Although still a rookie, GAMMA signed him to take part in their Clash of the Titans TV show, probably to take advantage of his appeal to the hispanic market. He went out in the first round to Joey Baddell, but made amends in his proper debut when he won a Unanimous Decision over fellow cast member Clem Wolff. Morgan Hopwood is a former body builder, who has a ridiculously buff physique, looking more like a comic book character or the rendering of an over-enthusiastic graphics artist than a normal human. His extreme muscularity makes him an absolute powerhouse, although it does also make him slow and prone to gassing out. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Perry "Battleship" Potenkin (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Favorite: -280) vs. "The Big Scot" Moray McWhirter (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Underdog: +220) Perry Potenkin is a huge beast of a man, who could easily fight as a Super Heavyweight if he wanted to but instead cuts down to Heavyweight. A grappler by trade, he likes to bully his opponents. His horrible cardio is a big weakness. If a decent team can get a hold of him and get him into proper fighting shape he'd be a real threat to any fighter out there. Moray McWhirter is a fighter who is happy standing and banging as he is grappling. Physically very powerful and blessed with a great chin, he's an ultra-tough human being and a real problem opponent for anyone. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Josuke Matsuzawa (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #37, Underdog: +510) vs. "Mighty" Mort Slingsby (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #92, Favorite: -640) Josuke Matsuzawa is a big southpaw, a kick boxer by trade who has been fighting since 1999. Large enough to easily fight as a Super Heavyweight if he wanted to, he instead fights as a Heavyweight and uses his bulk to his advantage. ALPHA-1 signed him in mid-2001 after being impressed by his 6-0 record on the local scene. He lost a Unanimous Decision to Donnie Wang on his ALPHA-1 debut. Mort Slingsby is a powerful Greco-Roman wrestler from L.A., who loves to push his opponents against the cage wall and either work them over with short strikes or smash them into the ground with one of his big takedowns. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Bairei Akutagawa (3-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #39, Underdog: -110) vs. "The Ass Man" Deverill Butt (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #90, Favorite: -130) Bairei Akutagawa is a tall, lean wrestler who has been fighting since 2000. He was signed by ALPHA-1 after only three fights, which is far more of a damning statement about the depth of their Heavyweight division then it is an endorsement of his skill set. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Takaaki Fukumitsu in his ALPHA-1 debut. Deverill Butt is a big wrestler who competes at Heavyweight. Not particularly mobile, what Butt does have is solid fundamental grappling skills and a beefy frame and so he is more than capable of smothering opponents into defeat. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Sanraku Kawabata (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #26, Favorite: -1150) vs. "Mighty" Mitch Woodburn (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #103, Underdog: +910) Sanraku Kawabata comes to MMA from a judo background, and is a dangerous opponent if he can get a hold of his opponent but his shoddy stand-up is a major source of weakness. ALPHA-1 signed him to their notoriously shallow Heavyweight division in 2001. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Gerson Mauricio in ALPHA-1. Mitch Woodburn is a big kick boxer from Wichita, Kansas. A powerful striker, he is more than capable of beating people up in a stand-up battle but lacks the wrestling or ground game to be anything more than a one-dimensional attacker. Weigh-In Results Murilo Satinho (265 lbs) vs. Paulo Boas (265 lbs) Stafford Alois (265 lbs) vs. Pai Cheng (249 lbs) Kanezane Fujii (265 lbs) vs. Josimar Martins (244 lbs) Ikuhisa Tamura (244 lbs) vs. Laurence Lamping (243 lbs) Gyokusho Fujimoto (248 lbs) vs. Oldano Kalil (265 lbs) Kurt McDonald (265 lbs) vs. Chuck Dooley (248 lbs) Sylvester Collins (265 lbs) vs. Norman MacAskill (265 lbs) Souleymane Ya Konan (242 lbs) vs. Gareth Grundy (236 lbs) Ozzy Bintley (243 lbs) vs. Damien Jones (237 lbs) Dave Lennon (248 lbs) vs. Kerlon Guerra de Bastos (248 lbs) Mark Bicknell (240 lbs) vs. Amir Ahmed (243 lbs) Paulie Albarado (265 lbs) vs. Felipe Luiz Rosa (237 lbs) Jean-Pierre Richelleau (251 lbs) vs. Malcolm Stew (241 lbs) Iancu Trailescu (265 lbS) vs. Sergio do Vale (265 lbs) Phil Verdigree (236 lbs) vs. Hayden Ellery (238 lbs) Gaby Corrales (251 lbs) vs. Morgan Hopwood (252 lbs) Perry Potenkin (265 lbs) vs. Moray McWhirter (265 lbs) Josuke Matsuzawa (265 lbs) vs. Mort Slingsby (240 lbs) Bairei Akutagawa (253 lbs) vs. Deverill Butt (247 lbs) Sanraku Kawabata (265 lbs) vs. Mitch Woodburn (238 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 34 Full Fight Card HW: Murilo Satinho vs. Paulo Boas Hw: Stafford Alois vs. Pai Cheng HW: Kanezane Fujii vs. Josimar Martins HW: Ikuhisa Tamura vs. Laurence Lamping HW: Gyokusho Fujimoto vs. Oldano Kalil HW: Kurt McDonald vs. Chuck Dooley HW: Sylvester Collins vs. Norman MacAskill HW: Souleymane Ya Konan vs. Gareth Grundy HW: Ozzy Bintley vs. Damien Jones HW: Dave Lennon vs. Kerlon Guerra de Bastos HW: Mark Bicknell vs. Amir Ahmed HW: Paulie Albarado vs. Felipe Luiz Rosa HW: Jean-Pierre Richelleau vs. Malcolm Stew HW: Iancu Trailescu vs. Sergio do Vale HW: Phil Verdigree vs. Hayden Ellery HW: Gaby Corrales vs. Morgan Hopwood HW: Perry Potenkin vs. Moray McWhirter HW: Josuke Matsuzawa vs. Mort Slingsby HW: Bairei Akutagawa vs. Deverill Butt HW: Sanraku Kawabata vs. Mitch Woodburn

Friday, Week 4, June 2002 Live From Ottawa, Ontario PRELIMINARY CARD Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Jozef "Pole Ax" Jankowski (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Warsaw, Poland, Favorite: -270) vs. Mathieu Aumont (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Paris, France, Underdog: +210) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Benjamin Milligan III, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Jankowski steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Jankowski can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a big left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:39) Jankowski fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Aumont with a body kick. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Jankowski comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Jankowski throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Aumont looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Jankowski uses a right jab, but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Jankowski hits a right hand, but Aumont evades a big left punch. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Jankowski can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Jankowski hits a right jab and then catches Aumont with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:24) Jankowski lands a right jab, but misses with a vicious left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Aumont isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Jankowski throws a punch but Aumont avoids it. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Seizing the opportunity, Aumont clinches. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Aumont is trying to muscle Jankowski up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Jankowski ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:44) Aumont looks to set up a judo throw. (Rd 1 - 02:44) He sweeps the leg and turns his hip, tossing Jankowski to the mat with a beautiful hip throw! (Rd 1 - 02:44) The takedown allows Aumont to take the back of Jankowski. (Rd 1 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Aumont attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Jankowski stops Aumont from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Aumont blocks Jankowski as he tries to roll over. (Rd 1 - 01:29) Aumont tries to get his hooks in, but can't. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Jankowski tries to turn over and sweep Aumont but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Jankowski is in increasing trouble, as Aumont gets both hooks in. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Aumont, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Aumont gets the rear naked choke fully applied, but the round comes to an end before he can get the tap out! (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Aumont took that round, 10-9 on my score card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:48) Jankowski looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Aumont looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Jankowski simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:48) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Jankowski. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Aumont was ready and manages to catch the kick! (Rd 2 - 04:42) Jankowski hops on one foot, trying to balance. Aumont tries for a takedown attempt. (Rd 2 - 04:42) Jankowski refuses to be taken down and manages to eventually pull his leg free. He steps away to safety. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Jankowski is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:13) Jankowski fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Aumont with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Jankowski connects with a jab, but Aumont avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 2 - 03:30) Stepping in, Jankowski throws four quick punches, four of which land, and then catches Aumont with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Jankowski confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Aumont had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Jankowski hits a right jab and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Aumont, backing off, hits a weak right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Jankowski lands a right hand and then lands a left hand to the body. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) A jab hits home from Jankowski and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Aumont. (Rd 2 - 02:03) Jankowski connects with a nice jab and then hits Aumont with a straight left. (Rd 2 - 01:48) Jankowski moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 01:48) Jankowski can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 2 - 01:28) Aumont may have been aiming to get in close, but Jankowski aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 01:28) Jankowski uses a right jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 2 - 01:18) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Jankowski is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 2 - 01:08) A tentative jab from Aumont lands. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Jankowski fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:48) Jankowski moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 00:48) A jab hits home from Jankowski and then he scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Jankowski fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Aumont had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Jankowski can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left head kick. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Jankowski is breathing very hard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Jankowski, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:50) Aumont comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:50) Aumont can't get past the sprawl of Jankowski and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:30) Jankowski can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Jankowski can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Jankowski closes in on Aumont, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Jankowski throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Jankowski can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 3 - 03:18) Jankowski hits a right jab and then hits Aumont with a straight left. (Rd 3 - 02:56) Jankowski lands a jab and then lands a big left hand. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Jankowski lands a right hand and then hits Aumont with a straight left. (Rd 3 - 02:27) Jankowski seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:21) Jankowski confidently comes in closer. (Rd 3 - 02:21) Jankowski connects with a jab, but the following leg kick misses. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Moving around, Aumont is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Jankowski can't connect with a jab, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Aumont looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 3 - 01:42) Jankowski steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 3 - 01:42) A jab hits home from Jankowski and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Aumont. (Rd 3 - 01:19) Jankowski can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 3 - 01:01) Jankowski moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 01:01) A jab is wide from Jankowski, but then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:44) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 00:44) Jankowski slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:17) Jankowski lands a right jab, but Aumont evades a big left punch. (Rd 3 - 00:08) Jankowski looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 3 - 00:01) Aumont shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 00:01) Aumont gets hold of a leg but Jankowski remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 3 - 00:01) With Jankowski not going down, Aumont settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Jankowski. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Jankowski up 29-28. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Aumont. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:46) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Aumont misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a left cross. (Rd 4 - 04:27) They come together and strike. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Aumont hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Jankowski hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a left hook. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Looking very tired, Jankowski clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Aumont is trying to muscle Jankowski up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Aumont does it, Jankowski is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:57) Jankowski takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 4 - 03:43) Jankowski takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 03:36) Aumont catches Jankowski with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:22) Jankowski is trapped against the cage and Aumont hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 4 - 03:11) Aumont catches Jankowski with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 03:03) Jankowski takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Aumont drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 4 - 02:48) Aumont drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 4 - 02:41) Jankowski takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 4 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 4 - 02:27) Jankowski gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 4 - 02:19) Jankowski takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 4 - 02:11) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 02:11) Aumont is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 4 - 02:06) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 4 - 02:06) Aumont misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Jankowski attacks with a quick right jab and a left cross. (Rd 4 - 01:45) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:45) Aumont misses with a big right hand, allowing Jankowski to counter with a left cross. (Rd 4 - 01:39) A few deep breaths betray that Aumont is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 4 - 01:31) Jankowski comes in looking to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:31) Jankowski connects with a nice jab and then lands a big left hand. (Rd 4 - 01:03) Jankowski comes in looking to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:03) Jankowski fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Aumont with a left hook. (Rd 4 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:42) Aumont chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Jankowski down. (Rd 4 - 00:42) Jankowski almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Aumont has hold of one leg. (Rd 4 - 00:42) With Jankowski not going down, Aumont settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:25) Aumont looks to set up a judo throw. (Rd 4 - 00:25) Aumont uses a nice inside leg trip and Jankowski is forced to pull half guard! (Rd 4 - 00:05) Aumont pounds away on Jankowski, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Aumont, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) According to my scorecard, that leaves the fighters dead even with just one round remaining. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:47) Jankowski lands a jab and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 5 - 04:20) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Aumont. (Rd 5 - 04:20) A great sprawl from Jankowski prevents the takedown. (Rd 5 - 03:57) Aumont looks very tired out there. (Rd 5 - 03:51) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 5 - 03:51) Jankowski slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a left cross that just misses. (Rd 5 - 03:27) Jankowski confidently comes in closer. (Rd 5 - 03:27) Jankowski connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 5 - 03:01) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 03:01) Jankowski dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right jab and a left hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 5 - 02:41) Aumont lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 02:41) A jab lands from Jankowski, but Aumont avoids a big left. (Rd 5 - 02:18) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 5 - 01:47) They come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Aumont misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Jankowski connects cleanly with a left hand. (Rd 5 - 01:25) A tired-looking Aumont shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 01:25) Jankowski almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Aumont holds the other. (Rd 5 - 01:25) Aumont can't get Jankowski down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:01) Aumont attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Jankowski to the ground. (Rd 5 - 01:01) An outside leg trip sweeps Jankowski down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard! (Rd 5 - 00:48) Aumont pounds away, but Jankowski isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 5 - 00:28) Aumont pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 5 - 00:10) Aumont pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Aumont. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Christina Shaw scores the contest as 48-47 to Aumont. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Stewart Morecambe has scored it 49-46 Jankowski. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Benjamin Milligan III scores the contest as 48-47 to Jankowski. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Jozef 'Pole Ax' Jankowski the winner by split decision! Official Result: Jozef 'Pole Ax' Jankowski defeats Mathieu Aumont (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Jozef Jankowski thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Jozef Jankowski celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Sahan Ozbek (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Ankara, Turkey, Underdog: -110) vs. Kieran "The Dragon" Morgan (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Cardiff, Wales, Favorite: -140) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Stewart Morecambe, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The weight difference here is obvious, as Morgan must be giving up at least 25lbs to his opponent. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Ozbek forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Morgan fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Ozbek throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Morgan misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand. Ozbek scores with a jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:05) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Morgan hits a left cross. Ozbek hits a left cross. (Rd 1 - 04:05) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Ozbek. (Rd 1 - 03:53) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Morgan misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:34) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 03:08) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Ozbek is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 03:08) Morgan misses a jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 02:42) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 02:07) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 02:07) Ozbek tries a right hook but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:07) Morgan misses with a left jab and also misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:42) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Both fighters strike but without success. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Ozbek misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Morgan has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 01:35) With Ozbek bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 1 - 01:35) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem. (Rd 1 - 01:35) The fight recommences! (Rd 1 - 01:22) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 01:02) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:29) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Morgan is off target with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Ozbek has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 00:12) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:12) Ozbek slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Morgan 10-9. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:52) Ozbek comes forward to attack. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Morgan lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Ozbek lands a jab and then he hits Morgan with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:26) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Ozbek hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Morgan lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Ozbek is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:14) For the first time, Morgan is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 04:07) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Morgan misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:44) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:44) Ozbek counters a right hand with a jab and a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:23) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Morgan misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 2 - 02:59) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:59) Ozbek hits a left cross. Morgan misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 02:47) Ozbek can't keep control of Morgan in the grapple, and is soon being pushed around. (Rd 2 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:30) Morgan looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 2 - 02:30) Morgan gets side control off a superb outside leg trip! (Rd 2 - 02:11) Morgan tries to lock Ozbek in an arm triangle. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Ozbek defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Morgan blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 01:40) Morgan tries to lock Ozbek into a kimura. (Rd 2 - 01:40) Ozbek stops Morgan from applying it. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Ozbek doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Morgan doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Morgan blocks Ozbek as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Morgan begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Morgan takes the back instead, Ozbek rolled over rather than get mounted. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Morgan tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Ozbek fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:05) Ozbek tries a roll, but doesn't budge Morgan. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Morgan. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Morgan is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:48) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 04:48) Morgan is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:48) Ozbek lands a one-two. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Morgan tries to take Ozbek down. (Rd 3 - 04:33) He has the takedown! Ozbek pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 04:15) Morgan looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 3 - 04:15) Ozbek can't do anything about the pass, and is left under side control. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Morgan attempts to arm triangle Ozbek from side control. (Rd 3 - 03:30) Ozbek blocks it. (Rd 3 - 03:01) Ozbek tries to pull guard on Morgan but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Morgan attempts to move to mount. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Morgan shows his ground skills and slips to mount. (Rd 3 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 3 - 02:22) Morgan fires away with punches, and Ozbek is stung by several big shots. (Rd 3 - 02:11) Morgan fires away with punches, but Ozbek deals with them fairly well. (Rd 3 - 02:00) Morgan pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 3 - 02:00) Ozbek turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes! (Rd 3 - 01:45) Morgan looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 01:45) Morgan attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 01:45) Morgan gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Ozbek has to tap out! (Rd 3 - 01:12) The winner, by submission, is Kieran 'The Dragon' Morgan! Official Result: Kieran 'The Dragon' Morgan defeats Sahan Ozbek (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:48 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Kieran Morgan thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Kieran Morgan says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Michael Petkovic (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Baltimore, Maryland, Underdog: +270) vs. Lee "War Eagle" Chavis (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Scottsdale, Arizona, Favorite: -340) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters face off, Petkovic towering over Chavis. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Petkovic doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd. (Rd 1 - 04:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Chavis hits a two-punch combination, a quick right and a straight left. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Petkovic uses a left jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Chavis misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Petkovic comes in with a left jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:04) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 03:35) Petkovic attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:35) Chavis hits two right hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 03:35) Petkovic feints one way, throwing Chavis off balance, then steps to the other side. (Rd 1 - 03:35) Petkovic lands a jab and then he catches Chavis with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:15) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Chavis misses a jab and also has a left hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Petkovic has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:01) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Chavis misses with a big left hand, allowing Petkovic to counter with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 02:39) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Petkovic connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 02:39) Chavis finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Chavis is off-target with a jab but hits a left cross. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Petkovic hits a jab and also hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Petkovic appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Petkovic comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Chavis hits two right hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Chavis buys a feint and is left open. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Petkovic connects with a nice jab and then he hits Chavis with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:29) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 01:11) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Petkovic counters a left hand with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:52) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Chavis finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Petkovic hits a couple of jabs and also lands a left kick to the rib cage. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Petkovic got poked in the eye on that last shot and the fight temporarily halts. (Rd 1 - 00:33) He is given time to recover. (Rd 1 - 00:33) The fight begins again in the center of the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:23) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Chavis hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Petkovic scores with a jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 00:09) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Petkovic. (Rd 1 - 00:09) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender. (Rd 1 - 00:09) Referee William Yeats signals for the fight to continue! (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Chavis, 10-9 on my card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Petkovic scores with a left hook to the side of the body. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Chavis misses a jab but hits a left hand. (Rd 2 - 04:40) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:40) Chavis misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Petkovic attacks with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:25) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Petkovic is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Petkovic hits a left cross. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Chavis finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 03:39) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:39) Petkovic scores with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:39) Chavis is off-target with a jab but lands a left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Petkovic comes forward, walking down Chavis. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Petkovic looks to pressure Chavis, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 2 - 03:27) A jab lands from Petkovic but misses with a low kick. (Rd 2 - 03:10) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:10) Petkovic misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Chavis comes in with a quick right jab and a nice left hook. (Rd 2 - 03:00) Chavis is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 02:54) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Petkovic slips past a left hook and counters with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right cross that just misses. (Rd 2 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Chavis hits a jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves. Petkovic hits a jab and also lands a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Petkovic scores with a left kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Chavis finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 01:59) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Petkovic. (Rd 2 - 01:44) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Chavis misses with a right jab and also doesn't find the mark with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Petkovic misses with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:26) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:26) Petkovic scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 01:26) Chavis misses a jab but lands a powerful left hook! (Rd 2 - 01:16) Petkovic hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 2 - 01:16) Chavis starts pounding away on Petkovic, looking to finish him off! (Rd 2 - 01:16) Chavis fires off some lefts, but Petkovic isn't troubled by them. (Rd 2 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:56) Chavis fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 2 - 00:31) Chavis throws a few left hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 00:12) Chavis pounds away with lefts but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 2 - 00:01) Petkovic tries to sweep Chavis but can't do it. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Chavis. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Chavis. (Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Petkovic. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:53) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 3 - 04:31) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Chavis scores with a jab but misses a left hook. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Petkovic hits a left jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Petkovic appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 3 - 04:06) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 3 - 03:32) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:32) Petkovic uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 3 - 03:32) Chavis uses a right jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 03:19) Breathing very hard, Petkovic is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 03:19) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 3 - 03:19) Chavis is looking to muscle Petkovic back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:19) Chavis manages it and controls Petkovic up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:08) Petkovic takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 3 - 03:00) Chavis catches Petkovic with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:47) Petkovic gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 02:33) Petkovic gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 02:18) Chavis smothers Petkovic against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 02:04) Chavis uses a vicious foot stomp. (Rd 3 - 01:56) Chavis keeps Petkovic up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 3 - 01:47) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:47) Chavis is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 3 - 01:34) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 01:34) Petkovic hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 3 - 01:34) Chavis connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 01:19) Breathing very hard, Chavis is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 01:05) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 01:05) Petkovic slips past a left hook and counters with a jab and a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 3 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:53) Chavis is limping noticeably. (Rd 3 - 00:39) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 00:39) Petkovic counters a left hand with a jab and a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:15) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 00:15) Petkovic misses a jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 3 - 00:15) Chavis lands a right jab and also connects cleanly with a left hand. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Chavis, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Petkovic is running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:47) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 4 - 04:16) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 4 - 03:52) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 03:52) Petkovic is off target with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 4 - 03:52) Chavis hits a two-punch combination, a quick right and a straight left. (Rd 4 - 03:32) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 4 - 03:10) From the looks of things, I don't think Petkovic has much energy left. (Rd 4 - 03:10) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:10) Chavis is trying to push Petkovic so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:10) Petkovic ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:50) Chavis hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 4 - 02:36) Petkovic takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:27) Chavis catches Petkovic with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:15) Chavis drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 4 - 02:08) Chavis looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 02:08) Chavis stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 4 - 01:57) Chavis smothers Petkovic against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 4 - 01:44) Chavis catches Petkovic with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 01:36) Chavis smothers Petkovic against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 4 - 01:21) Chavis catches Petkovic with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 4 - 01:13) Petkovic gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:59) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 00:54) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 00:54) Chavis scores with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 00:54) Petkovic finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 4 - 00:43) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 4 - 00:43) Using his wrestling skills, Chavis is trying to push Petkovic up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:43) He does so and now has Petkovic pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Chavis goes for a knee to the thigh but Petkovic pulls the clinch tighter to block it. (Rd 4 - 00:07) Chavis goes for a knee to the thigh but Petkovic pulls the clinch tighter to block it. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Chavis, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Petkovic winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The red marks on the body of Petkovic show clearly how many blows to the ribs he has taken tonight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:49) Petkovic lands a left jab, but Chavis evades a big right punch. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Chavis is able to grab Petkovic. (Rd 5 - 04:25) Chavis is trying to muscle Petkovic up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:25) Petkovic ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Chavis looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Chavis catches Petkovic with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:55) It isn't pretty, but the dog-tired Chavis has Petkovic stuck up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:55) Nothing at all happens for the next minute, they simply clinch up and try to recover a little. Both fighters look exhausted. (Rd 5 - 02:51) Chavis looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 5 - 02:51) Petkovic cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 02:38) Chavis smothers Petkovic with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 5 - 02:12) Chavis pounds away, but Petkovic isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 5 - 01:55) Chavis blocks Petkovic as he tries a sweep from the guard. (Rd 5 - 01:43) Petkovic looks totally gassed. (Rd 5 - 01:43) Chavis fires off some lefts, but Petkovic isn't troubled by them. (Rd 5 - 01:28) Petkovic gets the double underhooks in and pulls Chavis close, controlling him well. (Rd 5 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 5 - 00:56) Chavis unloads with some left hands, but Petkovic deals with them comfortably. (Rd 5 - 00:39) Petkovic tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 5 - 00:39) An elevator sweep succeeds in unbalancing Chavis and results in the fighters scrambling for position. (Rd 5 - 00:24) Petkovic is left turtled up, facing Chavis. (Rd 5 - 00:10) Chavis prepares to throw a knee strike, but can't keep control of Petkovic who is able to spring back up. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Chavis, but only a 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Stewart Morecambe scores the contest as 48-47 to Petkovic. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde has scored it 50-45 Chavis. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Ian Rivers: 50-45 Chavis. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Lee 'War Eagle' Chavis the winner by split decision! Official Result: Lee 'War Eagle' Chavis defeats Michael Petkovic (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Lee Chavis thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Visibly delighted, Lee Chavis celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Sly "Bully Boy" Twinge (10-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Denver, Colorado, Favorite: -610) vs. "The Emperor" Otto Renner (9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Vienna, Austria, Underdog: +480) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:52) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Twinge looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:44) Twinge is trying to push Renner so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:44) Twinge does it, Renner is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Renner takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 04:15) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Twinge is wearing Renner down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight. (Rd 1 - 04:15) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Unable to get free, Renner is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:23) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 1 - 02:15) Referee William Yeats thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Twinge throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 02:05) With a clear opportunity, Renner is able to move in fast and clinch with Twinge. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Renner looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Renner doesn't get the takedown, Twinge instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 1 - 01:30) Twinge is trying to push Renner so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:30) Twinge doesn't manage it though, Renner defended it well. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Renner tries to take Twinge down. (Rd 1 - 01:15) The takedown is successful, Twinge pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Looking to catch his breath, Renner is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Twinge tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Renner pounds away with punches but does minimal damage. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Twinge tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen, hopefully things will pick up in the next one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Renner, 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Renner to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:54) The two fighters clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:54) Twinge works his way to a dominant position. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Twinge tries to wrestle Renner backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:47) Renner ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Showing his ability to control opponents, Twinge simply smothers Renner against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:32) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 2 - 03:19) An ugly but effective tactic, Twinge is pressing Renner up against the cage and slowly wearing him down. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 2 - 02:09) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee William Yeats brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:59) Twinge throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 01:55) Seizing the opportunity, Renner clinches. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Using his wrestling skills, Renner is trying to push Twinge up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Renner achieves it, pinning Twinge to the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Renner looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Twinge works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Twinge is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Renner is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 01:13) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Twinge aggressively gets to a dominant position. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Twinge uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Renner as they grapple. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Twinge is looking to muscle Renner back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:49) Renner ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:33) Twinge pins Renner up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Twinge tries dirty boxing, but Renner out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a yawner of a round, and I think both fighters are now a bit frustrated. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Twinge took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:52) Twinge uses a left jab, but Renner evades a big right punch. (Rd 3 - 04:36) Twinge lands a left hand and then catches Renner with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:21) Twinge closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:21) Renner appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Twinge took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 04:21) A jab is wide from Twinge, but then he hits Renner with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:10) Twinge fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:00) Twinge moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 04:00) It looked like we were about to see Renner try and get some grappling started, but Twinge was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:00) Twinge fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 3 - 04:00) Renner may have a cracked jaw from that shot, he looks in some pain. (Rd 3 - 03:53) A few deep breaths betray that Twinge is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 3 - 03:39) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 3 - 03:39) Twinge seems to be the aggressor. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Using his wrestling skills, Twinge is trying to push Renner up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Twinge achieves it, pinning Renner to the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:15) Twinge stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 3 - 03:07) Twinge tries to smother Renner against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Twinge against the cage instead. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Renner tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Twinge reverses so that he is the one in control. (Rd 3 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:30) Renner eats a short right uppercut that rocks him. (Rd 3 - 02:10) Breathing very hard, Twinge is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 02:10) Twinge tries to smother Renner against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Twinge against the cage instead. (Rd 3 - 01:44) Renner tries to smother Twinge against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Renner against the cage instead. (Rd 3 - 01:28) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee William Yeats brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:28) A few deep breaths betray that Renner is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 3 - 01:15) They come together in a clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:15) Twinge looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Renner defends himself from an attempted knee. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Twinge is trying to push Renner so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:50) Renner ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:39) A tired-looking Twinge manages to push Renner back and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:39) The rest of the round sees them simply engaging in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Twinge took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Twinge up 29-28 on my scorecard. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:53) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 4 - 04:53) Renner aggressively gets to a dominant position. (Rd 4 - 04:43) Renner looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:43) The takedown is successful, Twinge pulls half guard. (Rd 4 - 04:27) Renner throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Twinge tries to get full guard on Renner but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 4 - 03:56) Renner throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 4 - 03:27) Renner starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 4 - 03:27) He passes guard with ease, moving straight into the mount. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Renner is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 02:53) Renner pounds away and Twinge struggles to deal with them. (Rd 4 - 02:40) Renner pounds away and Twinge eats a few big strikes. (Rd 4 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:28) Renner fires off some rights, but Twinge isn't troubled by them. (Rd 4 - 02:11) Twinge tries to sweep Renner out of mount but can't do it. (Rd 4 - 01:56) Renner fires away and Twinge is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 4 - 01:37) Renner fires off some rights, but Twinge isn't troubled by them. (Rd 4 - 01:20) Renner blocks Twinge as he tries a sweep. (Rd 4 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 4 - 00:56) Renner pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 4 - 00:41) Renner blocks Twinge as he tries a sweep. (Rd 4 - 00:17) Twinge looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 4 - 00:17) Renner tries to pound on Twinge, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 4 - 00:06) Twinge tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Renner. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Renner. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round remaining, I think they're dead even. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:46) Renner steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 5 - 04:46) Twinge appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Renner took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:46) Renner throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 5 - 04:31) Renner seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 04:20) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 04:20) Renner misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Twinge comes in with a clean right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:51) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 03:51) Renner connects with a left hand. (Rd 5 - 03:51) Twinge scores with a great right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:35) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter gets caught. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Renner has a right hook blocked. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Twinge tries a right hook but misses. (Rd 5 - 03:22) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:22) Renner misses a right hook and gets countered with a good right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:02) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 5 - 03:02) Renner misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Twinge to attack with a vicious right cross! (Rd 5 - 02:54) Renner hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 5 - 02:54) Twinge moves in quickly, kneeling beside Renner and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 5 - 02:54) Twinge fires away and Renner is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 5 - 02:42) Twinge pounds away on Renner, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 5 - 02:26) Twinge looks exhausted. (Rd 5 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:26) Twinge unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Renner. (Rd 5 - 02:12) Twinge pounds away with rights, but Renner covers up and only a couple manage to get through. (Rd 5 - 02:00) Twinge blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 01:48) Twinge pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power. (Rd 5 - 01:29) Twinge blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 01:17) Twinge unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage. (Rd 5 - 01:00) Twinge blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 5 - 00:46) Twinge pounds away, but Renner calmly deals with them. (Rd 5 - 00:35) Renner tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 5 - 00:20) Renner looks exhausted. (Rd 5 - 00:20) Twinge pounds away, but Renner calmly deals with them. (Rd 5 - 00:01) Renner tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Twinge. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 48-46 (Benjamin Milligan III), 49-45 (Christina Shaw) and 49-46 (Edward Wilde). (Rd 5 - 00:00) Sly 'Bully Boy' Twinge is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Sly 'Bully Boy' Twinge defeats 'The Emperor' Otto Renner (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Sly Twinge name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "Horrible" Harv Dennis (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: New Orleans, Louisiana, Favorite: -440) vs. Jesse "The Spartan" Singh (18-6, 0-0 CTC, From: North London, England, Underdog: +350) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Benjamin Milligan III, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Singh comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Dennis fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Singh hits a left jab and then he catches Dennis with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:36) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Singh moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Dennis into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Dennis hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Singh lands a left hand and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:47) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Dennis hits a left cross. Singh hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:56) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 02:33) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 02:05) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 01:37) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Singh connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Dennis lands a left hook. (Rd 1 - 01:18) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Singh misses a jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Dennis hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Blood is visible on Singh, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 00:53) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:53) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 1 - 00:24) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Singh dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:04) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Dennis hits a jab but can't hit a right cross. Singh scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Singh 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Singh looks pumped up and his team are delighted. (Rd 1 - 00:00) He may have come into this fight as the heavy underdog, but you wouldn't know it based on that first round. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Singh. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Dennis lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Singh hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Dennis hits a jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:31) Singh hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:07) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Dennis misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:45) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Singh hits a left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Dennis finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 03:19) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:19) Dennis slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 2 - 02:54) They engage in the center. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Singh lands a one-two. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Dennis connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Dennis is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Singh is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Dennis hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Singh finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:13) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:13) Dennis finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 02:13) Singh lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Dennis uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:50) Singh uses a pair of left jabs but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 2 - 01:28) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 00:52) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Dennis slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 2 - 00:31) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 00:31) Dennis misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Singh comes in with a couple of jabs that are followed by a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:04) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:04) Dennis misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Singh came out just ahead on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Singh ahead 20-18. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:50) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 04:50) Singh lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:50) Dennis hits a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Singh doesn't connect with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:35) Dennis uses a left jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:22) A few deep breaths betray that Dennis is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 3 - 04:08) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 04:08) Dennis misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:08) Singh finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 3 - 03:45) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Singh is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 3 - 03:27) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 3 - 03:00) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 3 - 03:00) Dennis misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Singh to attack with a left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Dennis lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Singh uses a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:33) Breathing very hard, Dennis is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:23) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 3 - 01:59) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Singh counters a right hand with a left cross. (Rd 3 - 01:47) Singh looks very tired out there. (Rd 3 - 01:37) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:37) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow. (Rd 3 - 01:37) Dennis has a right hand blocked. (Rd 3 - 01:37) Singh can't hit a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:23) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 01:23) Dennis misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:10) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:10) Dennis is trying to push Singh so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:10) He does so and now has Singh pinned to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 3 - 00:55) Singh takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 3 - 00:43) Dennis scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:43) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Singh. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Dennis smothers Singh against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 00:16) Dennis hits Singh, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Dennis. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Singh up 29-28. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Singh. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:54) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:54) Dennis misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Singh to attack with a jab and a good right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:42) Dennis looks very, very tired. (Rd 4 - 04:35) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 04:35) Singh counters a right hand with a solid right hand. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:09) Dennis is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook. Singh lands a left hook. (Rd 4 - 03:47) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 03:47) Singh uses a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 4 - 03:47) Dennis lands a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:23) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 4 - 03:03) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 03:03) Dennis misses with a big right hand, allowing Singh to counter with a left cross. (Rd 4 - 02:56) Singh seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 02:51) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 02:51) Singh slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 4 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:24) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 4 - 02:01) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 02:01) Dennis misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:01) Singh hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 4 - 01:35) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Dennis uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Singh. (Rd 4 - 01:05) Dennis uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Singh. (Rd 4 - 00:53) Dennis looks totally gassed. (Rd 4 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:53) Dennis is looking to muscle Singh back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:53) Singh ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:41) Dennis uses dirty boxing to punish Singh while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:24) Dennis smothers Singh against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Singh takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Dennis took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:54) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 04:54) Dennis misses with a big right hand, allowing Singh to counter with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:42) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:42) Dennis is trying to push Singh so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:42) He does so and now has Singh pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:25) Dennis smothers Singh against the cage and stomps down on his foot. (Rd 5 - 04:19) Singh is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 04:04) Singh is trapped against the cage and Dennis hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 5 - 03:50) Singh looks totally gassed. (Rd 5 - 03:50) Singh is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 03:30) Dennis smothers Singh against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 5 - 03:18) Dennis uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 5 - 03:10) Singh is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:58) Dennis smothers Singh against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 02:44) Dennis hits Singh, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 5 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:28) Singh is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:16) Referee William Yeats decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 5 - 02:10) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 5 - 01:33) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 01:33) Dennis connects with a left hand. (Rd 5 - 01:33) Singh finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 5 - 01:21) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:21) Dennis hits Singh with a knee strike to the body as they grapple. (Rd 5 - 01:03) Singh gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Dennis uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 5 - 00:45) Using his wrestling skills, Dennis is trying to push Singh up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:45) Singh ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Singh is trapped against the cage and Dennis punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 00:12) Singh takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Dennis. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 48-47 (Stewart Morecambe), 48-47 (Benjamin Milligan III) and 50-45 (Christina Shaw). (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Horrible' Harv Dennis! Official Result: 'Horrible' Harv Dennis defeats Jesse 'The Spartan' Singh (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Harv Dennis thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Harv Dennis celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Constantin Burlacu (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Romania, Favorite: -370) vs. Scotty Arnsson (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rotterdam, Netherlands, Underdog: +290) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Burlacu can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:36) A jab hits home from Burlacu and then he hits Arnsson with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Burlacu hits a left jab and then lands a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Burlacu moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Burlacu hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:38) A jab lands from Burlacu, but Arnsson dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Burlacu throws a punch but Arnsson was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Seizing the opportunity, Arnsson clinches. (Rd 1 - 03:04) From the grapple, Arnsson tries to work in some close-range strikes, but Burlacu is alert and smothers them quickly. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Using his wrestling skills, Arnsson is trying to push Burlacu up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Arnsson achieves it, pinning Burlacu to the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Arnsson hits Burlacu, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Burlacu, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Arnsson is exerting. (Rd 1 - 02:14) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Arnsson presses Burlacu into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 1 - 01:03) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Arnsson. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:55) Burlacu can't connect with a jab, but then hits Arnsson with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:36) Burlacu fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Arnsson with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Burlacu lands a left hand and then hits Arnsson with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Burlacu is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Arnsson looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 2 - 04:02) A jab is wide from Burlacu, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Blood is visible on Arnsson, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 2 - 03:58) Burlacu motions for Arnsson to come on and fight. (Rd 2 - 03:44) Arnsson had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:44) Burlacu hits a left hand, but Arnsson dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 2 - 03:36) Burlacu glares at his opponent. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Burlacu connects with a nice jab and then catches Arnsson with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Burlacu can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Burlacu is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 2 - 02:54) Burlacu lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Burlacu throws a punch but Arnsson avoids it. (Rd 2 - 02:35) Arnsson moves in fast and clinches with Burlacu. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Arnsson tries to wrestle Burlacu backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:29) Arnsson manages it and controls Burlacu up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:12) Burlacu doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 02:12) Arnsson pins Burlacu up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 01:58) Burlacu is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:58) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:56) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Arnsson is keeping Burlacu pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:56) The next sixty seconds or so becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 2 - 00:08) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Burlacu can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Arnsson came out just ahead on my score card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Arnsson up 20-18 on my scorecard. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Arnsson in between rounds. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:48) Burlacu lands a left jab, but the following leg kick misses. (Rd 3 - 04:22) Arnsson moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 3 - 04:22) Burlacu fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Arnsson with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Arnsson is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Burlacu lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 03:46) A jab is wide from Burlacu, but then he catches Arnsson with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 3 - 03:27) Arnsson, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:27) Burlacu stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety. (Rd 3 - 03:11) Burlacu seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 02:56) Arnsson wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 3 - 02:56) Burlacu fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Burlacu fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Arnsson with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:26) Arnsson is able to grab Burlacu. (Rd 3 - 02:18) Arnsson is trying to muscle Burlacu up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:18) Arnsson does it, Burlacu is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:01) Arnsson pins Burlacu up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 3 - 01:50) Arnsson shows great control, keeping Burlacu pressed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:50) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Arnsson is breathing very hard. (Rd 3 - 00:36) Arnsson smothers Burlacu against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 3 - 00:21) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 00:16) It looked like we were about to see Arnsson try and get some grappling started, but Burlacu was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 00:16) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Burlacu. (Rd 3 - 00:16) Burlacu is too slow with his final kick and that allows Arnsson to catch it! (Rd 3 - 00:04) Seizing his chance, Arnsson attempts a takedown. (Rd 3 - 00:04) Doing superbly, Burlacu prevents the takedown and manages to yank his leg free entirely. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) There are some audible boos from the crowd, that wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Arnsson, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Burlacu is running out of rounds. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:49) Burlacu lands a left jab, but the following leg kick misses. (Rd 4 - 04:40) Burlacu looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 4 - 04:31) Burlacu can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Arnsson gets hold of Burlacu without taking too much damage. (Rd 4 - 04:16) Arnsson uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Burlacu. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Arnsson is looking to muscle Burlacu back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:00) Arnsson manages it and controls Burlacu up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:41) Arnsson pins Burlacu up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 4 - 03:24) Arnsson smothers Burlacu against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 03:04) Although deep into his gas tank by now, Arnsson pins Burlacu up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:04) They spend the next minute or so throwing occasional short-range punches to the body, but in truth they both look pretty tired and there is little venom in the strikes. (Rd 4 - 02:04) Referee Leo Behan decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 01:54) A jab hits home from Burlacu and then he hits Arnsson with a leg kick. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Arnsson clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 4 - 01:23) Burlacu connects with a nice jab and then catches Arnsson with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Burlacu comes in looking to strike. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Two defensive jabs hit from Arnsson, but neither had any power. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Burlacu lands a jab and then hits Arnsson with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 4 - 00:45) Burlacu looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 4 - 00:45) Arnsson uses a left jab while backing away. (Rd 4 - 00:45) Burlacu can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Burlacu hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Burlacu confidently comes in closer. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Arnsson appeared to be going for a takedown, but Burlacu took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Burlacu can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Some fans are booing after a round that didn't feature much action. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Burlacu, but only a 10-9. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Burlacu realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:54) A tired Arnsson moves forward, looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:54) Arnsson can't get past the sprawl of Burlacu and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:29) From the looks of things, I don't think Arnsson has much energy left. (Rd 5 - 04:14) Arnsson hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 5 - 04:14) Burlacu connects with a nice jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Arnsson. (Rd 5 - 03:50) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:50) Arnsson lands a one-two. Burlacu hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 5 - 03:39) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:39) Arnsson is trying to push Burlacu so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:39) Burlacu ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:26) Burlacu gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 5 - 03:16) Burlacu gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 03:04) Arnsson smothers Burlacu against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 5 - 02:53) Arnsson smothers Burlacu against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 5 - 02:41) Burlacu uses his wrestling skills to prevent Arnsson from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:21) Burlacu is trapped against the cage and Arnsson hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 5 - 02:07) Arnsson pins Burlacu up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 5 - 01:58) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:48) Burlacu hits a left hand, but Arnsson avoids a big right. (Rd 5 - 01:38) Arnsson rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward. (Rd 5 - 01:25) They engage in the center. (Rd 5 - 01:25) Burlacu hits a left hand. (Rd 5 - 01:25) Arnsson hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 01:14) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:14) Using his wrestling skills, Arnsson is trying to push Burlacu up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:14) Arnsson achieves it, pinning Burlacu to the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:03) Arnsson looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 5 - 01:03) Arnsson scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:03) Burlacu looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 5 - 00:49) Burlacu takes a knee strike just above the hip. (Rd 5 - 00:35) Burlacu is trapped against the cage and Arnsson punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 00:16) Burlacu is trapped against the cage and Arnsson punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Arnsson. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges score the contest as 49-46 (Edward Wilde), 48-47 (Ian Rivers) and 49-46 (Stewart Morecambe). (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Scotty Arnsson! Official Result: Scotty Arnsson defeats Constantin Burlacu (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Scotty Arnsson thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Kirk Purchase (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: San Diego, California, Underdog: +180) vs. Nimrod "The Tall Guy" Wickhammersley (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Bolton, England, Favorite: -230) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:51) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Purchase misses with a big right hand, allowing Wickhammersley to counter with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 04:31) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Wickhammersley lands a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Purchase connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:11) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Wickhammersley scores with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:11) Purchase hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Purchase misses with a big right hand, allowing Wickhammersley to counter with a pair of jabs that are followed by a head kick attempt that narrowly misses. (Rd 1 - 03:27) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 1 - 03:02) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 02:38) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Wickhammersley scores with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Purchase hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Wickhammersley attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:19) Purchase throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 02:19) A one-two from Wickhammersley fails to land. (Rd 1 - 02:09) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Purchase misses with a big right hand, allowing Wickhammersley to counter with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Wickhammersley steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Purchase lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Wickhammersley fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick. (Rd 1 - 01:27) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:58) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Purchase counters a right hand with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Wickhammersley steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Purchase hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Wickhammersley doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 00:11) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Wickhammersley, 10-9. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:51) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Wickhammersley counters a right hand with two jabs that are followed by a leg kick that misses. (Rd 2 - 04:25) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Taking a few gulps of breath, Wickhammersley is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Wickhammersley comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Purchase fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Wickhammersley doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick. (Rd 2 - 03:35) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Wickhammersley steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Purchase lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Wickhammersley lands a left jab but Purchase dodges a big right head kick follow-up. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Wickhammersley comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Purchase lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:41) Wickhammersley misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a head kick attempt. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Purchase is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Wickhammersley finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 2 - 02:08) Taking a few gulps of breath, Purchase is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 02:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:01) Purchase hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 2 - 02:01) Wickhammersley finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 2 - 01:39) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Purchase hits a jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:39) Wickhammersley misses with a left jab but scores with a great right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:15) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 2 - 00:50) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 00:50) Wickhammersley slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a head kick that is off-target. (Rd 2 - 00:14) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Wickhammersley. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Wickhammersley. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:53) They engage in the center. (Rd 3 - 04:53) Wickhammersley finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 3 - 04:53) Purchase is off-target with a jab but scores with a great right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:29) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 3 - 04:17) Looking very tired, Wickhammersley clinches to try and buy some recovery time. (Rd 3 - 04:17) With control of the clinch, Wickhammersley tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:17) It's unsuccessful, Purchase maintained a good solid base. (Rd 3 - 03:57) Wickhammersley tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor. (Rd 3 - 03:57) Wickhammersley doesn't get the trip, Purchase instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 3 - 03:31) Breathing very hard, Wickhammersley is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 03:31) Purchase attempts to wrestle Wickhammersley to the ground. (Rd 3 - 03:31) Purchase doesn't get the takedown, Wickhammersley instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 3 - 03:13) Wickhammersley attempts to wrestle Purchase to the ground. (Rd 3 - 03:13) The takedown is completed, Purchase is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 03:00) Purchase is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Wickhammersley off of him. (Rd 3 - 02:35) Wickhammersley looks to get past the guard. (Rd 3 - 02:35) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Purchase starts a scramble for position. (Rd 3 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:24) The scramble sees Wickhammersley up first, and he is quick to wrestle Purchase up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:10) Looking for a takedown, Wickhammersley drops down and gets hold of a leg. Purchase remains standing on the other foot, leaning against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:10) Purchase grabs the cage to block the takedown! (Rd 3 - 02:10) Referee Harry A. Bierce spots that bit of cheating and gives a verbal warning! (Rd 3 - 02:10) Wickhammersley tries to maintain control, but Purchase wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:59) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Purchase is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 3 - 01:50) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 01:50) Purchase misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Wickhammersley comes in with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 3 - 01:37) Purchase looks very tired out there. (Rd 3 - 01:29) They come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 01:29) Purchase misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Wickhammersley attacks with a jab and a roundhouse kick to the body that is too short. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Wickhammersley attempts to wrestle Purchase to the ground. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Purchase prevents the takedown by grabbing the cage out of desperation! (Rd 3 - 01:13) Purchase is lucky, as the referee apparently didn't see it! (Rd 3 - 01:13) With Purchase stuck against the cage, Wickhammersley tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 3 - 01:13) It's unsuccessful, Purchase maintained a good solid base. (Rd 3 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Wickhammersley tries to take Purchase down. (Rd 3 - 00:54) Wickhammersley can't get Purchase down to the ground. (Rd 3 - 00:34) From the looks of things, I don't think Wickhammersley has much energy left. (Rd 3 - 00:34) Wickhammersley drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 3 - 00:34) Wickhammersley doesn't get the takedown, Purchase instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 3 - 00:21) Purchase tries to smother Wickhammersley against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 3 - 00:03) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 3 - 00:03) Purchase misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Wickhammersley. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Purchase needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:53) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 04:53) Purchase doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:53) Wickhammersley finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 4 - 04:31) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Purchase looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 4 - 04:04) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 4 - 03:51) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 4 - 03:51) Wickhammersley looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 4 - 03:51) Purchase prevents the takedown by grabbing the cage out of desperation! (Rd 4 - 03:51) Somehow referee Harry A. Bierce didn't see it! (Rd 4 - 03:51) Wickhammersley goes to use some dirty boxing, but Purchase is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 4 - 03:32) Wickhammersley uses dirty boxing to punish Purchase while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:14) Purchase is trapped against the cage and Wickhammersley hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 4 - 03:03) Wickhammersley pins Purchase up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 02:50) Purchase is trapped against the cage and Wickhammersley punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 02:32) Purchase is trapped against the cage and Wickhammersley punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 02:13) Wickhammersley tries to use some dirty boxing, but Purchase uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage. (Rd 4 - 01:54) The gas tank looks empty on Wickhammersley. (Rd 4 - 01:54) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce separates the two fighters. (Rd 4 - 01:49) The two fighters engage. (Rd 4 - 01:49) Purchase misses with a big right hand, allowing Wickhammersley to counter with a left jab and a right hook. (Rd 4 - 01:37) Wickhammersley used his reach advantage there, picking Purchase off at range. (Rd 4 - 01:37) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 4 - 01:37) Wickhammersley attempts to wrestle Purchase to the ground. (Rd 4 - 01:37) It's unsuccessful, Purchase maintained a good solid base. (Rd 4 - 01:24) Clinched with Purchase, Wickhammersley looks to try and take him down. (Rd 4 - 01:24) Wickhammersley can't get Purchase down to the ground. (Rd 4 - 01:07) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart. (Rd 4 - 00:56) Purchase looks like he is completely out of gas. (Rd 4 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 4 - 00:49) Purchase had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 4 - 00:49) A jab lands from Wickhammersley, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Wickhammersley can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Purchase with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 00:13) Purchase gets hold of Wickhammersley. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Purchase attempts to wrestle Wickhammersley to the ground. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Wickhammersley stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Wickhammersley, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Purchase really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:54) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:54) Wickhammersley counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:42) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 04:42) Wickhammersley looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:42) It doesn't work, Purchase defended against it well. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Clinched with Purchase, Wickhammersley looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 04:28) The takedown is completed, Purchase is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 04:15) Time slips away as Wickhammersley successfully keeps Purchase stuck against the ground. (Rd 5 - 03:44) Wickhammersley tries to pound on Purchase, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 5 - 03:28) Purchase tries to switch to a butterfly guard, but Wickhammersley prevents it. (Rd 5 - 03:10) Wickhammersley fires away with punches, but Purchase doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 5 - 02:55) Wickhammersley blocks an attempted sweep. (Rd 5 - 02:36) Wickhammersley fires off a few punches. (Rd 5 - 02:20) Purchase tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 5 - 02:20) Wickhammersley gets swept out of guard, but scrambles back to his feet to face Purchase. (Rd 5 - 02:03) Glaring at Wickhammersley, Purchase motions for him to come on and attack. (Rd 5 - 01:53) Wickhammersley, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 5 - 01:53) Purchase lands a jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 01:32) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 5 - 01:01) The two fighters engage. (Rd 5 - 01:01) Purchase misses a jab but hits a right cross. Wickhammersley is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 5 - 00:34) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 5 - 00:34) Wickhammersley connects with a left hand. (Rd 5 - 00:34) Purchase misses a jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 5 - 00:08) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 5 - 00:08) Purchase scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 5 - 00:08) Wickhammersley hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Wickhammersley. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges score the contest as 49-46 (Benjamin Milligan III), 50-45 (Christina Shaw) and 50-45 (Edward Wilde). (Rd 5 - 00:00) Nimrod 'The Tall Guy' Wickhammersley wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: Nimrod 'The Tall Guy' Wickhammersley defeats Kirk Purchase (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average. Post-Fight: Nimrod Wickhammersley thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks family, friends, and supporters. Nimrod Wickhammersley celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "Hands of Stone" Oscar Gomez (13-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Mexico City, Mexico, Underdog: +270) vs. Bast Moulke (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Hamburg, Germany, Favorite: -340) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Moulke towers over Gomez as the referee gives the fighters their instructions. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:46) Gomez fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Gomez hits a left jab and then hits Moulke with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Moulke had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Gomez lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Gomez can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Gomez lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Gomez hits a left jab and then hits Moulke with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Gomez closes in on Moulke, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Gomez can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Gomez is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Gomez uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:21) Gomez throws a two-punch combo but Moulke avoids both. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Seizing the opportunity, Moulke clinches. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Moulke is trying to muscle Gomez up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:01) He does so and now has Gomez pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:48) Moulke pins Gomez up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Moulke presses Gomez up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:31) Moulke and Gomez remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Referee Harry A. Bierce thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Gomez moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Gomez fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Moulke with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Gomez. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:49) Gomez steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 04:49) A jab hits home from Gomez and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Gomez is breathing very hard. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Gomez uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Two defensive jabs hit from Moulke, but neither had any power. (Rd 2 - 04:01) Gomez fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Moulke with a crunching right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:39) It looked like we were about to see Moulke try and get some grappling started, but Gomez was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:39) A one-two from Gomez fails to land. (Rd 2 - 03:20) Gomez connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 02:51) Moulke comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 02:51) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Moulke throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Moulke begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Half guard proves to be no trouble for Moulke, who passes to side control with ease. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Moulke tries to get into the mount position. (Rd 2 - 01:27) He gets the mount. (Rd 2 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Moulke pounds away, Gomez is in big trouble and is definitely rocked! (Rd 2 - 00:55) Moulke forces Gomez to turn away from the strikes, giving up his back! (Rd 2 - 00:40) Moulke attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 00:40) Gomez doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 2 - 00:09) Gomez tries to turn over and sweep Moulke but can't do it. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Moulke. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:46) Gomez throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 3 - 04:41) Moulke seizes the chance and grabs Gomez into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Moulke tries to take Gomez down. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Moulke has the takedown and gets side control from it. (Rd 3 - 04:13) Moulke tries to lock Gomez in an arm triangle. (Rd 3 - 04:13) The arm triangle is fully applied, Gomez is in deep trouble but is still trying to fight free! (Rd 3 - 04:13) Shockingly, Moulke loses it! Gomez pops his head free, and has somehow survived! (Rd 3 - 03:44) Moulke blocks Gomez as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Gomez looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Moulke tries to ensnare Gomez in an arm triangle. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Gomez doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied. (Rd 3 - 03:06) Gomez tries to sweep Moulke but can't do it. (Rd 3 - 02:41) Moulke tries to ensnare Gomez in a kimura. (Rd 3 - 02:41) A kimura is locked in tight, Gomez has his arm bent at a terrible angle! (Rd 3 - 02:41) Shockingly, Moulke loses it! Gomez pops his arm free, and has somehow survived! (Rd 3 - 02:41) Gomez remains stuck under side control though. (Rd 3 - 02:25) Gomez tries to sweep Moulke but can't do it. (Rd 3 - 02:02) Moulke looks to get a mount. (Rd 3 - 02:02) He mounts Gomez. (Rd 3 - 01:34) Moulke pounds away with rights and Gomez is eating some heavy shots! (Rd 3 - 01:23) Moulke unloads with big rights and Gomez is getting rocked! (Rd 3 - 01:04) Moulke pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Gomez. (Rd 3 - 00:47) Moulke fires away and Gomez is eating powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 3 - 00:47) With Gomez taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight! (Rd 3 - 00:36) The winner, by TKO, is Bast Moulke! Official Result: Bast Moulke defeats 'Hands Of Stone' Oscar Gomez (TKO (Strikes) in 4:24 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Fantastic. Post-Fight: Bast Moulke thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Bast Moulke says that being in such a fantastic fight was a huge rush and he is glad to both get the win and entertain the fans. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Eien "Sumo" Kawano (6-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -670) vs. "The BFG" Henry Hooper (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Underdog: +530) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Benjamin Milligan III, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:49) Kawano lands a left jab, but Hooper evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Without taking too much damage, Hooper is able to clinch with Kawano. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Hooper is looking to muscle Kawano back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Kawano doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Kawano is trying to muscle Hooper up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Hooper ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Kawano catches Hooper with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Hooper is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Blood is visible on Hooper, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Kawano scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Kawano tries to hit Hooper with a knee to the thigh area, but Hooper takes the opportunity to switch it around so that he is in control and Kawano is the one backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Hooper tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Kawano uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Kawano scores with a few punches to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Hooper tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Kawano uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Kawano waits for Hooper to try and throw some strikes and quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:44) Kawano seems to get the advantage. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Kawano tries to wrestle Hooper backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Hooper ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Using tight body-to-body control, Kawano is slowly wearing Hooper down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him. (Rd 1 - 01:22) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about thirty seconds. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Kawano looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Hooper proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Hooper tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Kawano uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a yawner of a round, and I think both fighters are now a bit frustrated. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Kawano. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Kawano, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Hooper. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:53) A jab hits home from Kawano and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:53) Hooper starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut under his eye. (Rd 2 - 04:27) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Kawano wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Kawano is trying to push Hooper so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:18) Kawano does it, Hooper is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:58) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Kawano is wearing Hooper down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight. (Rd 2 - 03:58) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Hooper, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Kawano is exerting. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Thirty seconds elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 2 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Kawano is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Hooper is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Kawano seems to be the aggressor. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Kawano is trying to muscle Hooper up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Kawano can't do it though, and Hooper gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Hooper is trying to push Kawano so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Hooper does it, Kawano is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Hooper tries to use some dirty boxing, but Kawano uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage. (Rd 2 - 01:20) Kawano scores with a few punches to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Hooper tries to keep Kawano up against the cage for some dirty boxing, but Kawano reverses so that he is the one in control. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Smothered against the cage, Hooper cannot get free. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Nothing really happens for the next thirty seconds, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 2 - 00:08) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Kawano. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Kawano ahead 20-18. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Hooper. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:55) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 3 - 04:55) Kawano is the aggressor in the clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Using his wrestling skills, Kawano is trying to push Hooper up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Hooper ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:33) It isn't pretty, but Kawano has Hooper stuck up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:33) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 03:28) Kawano tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Hooper reverses so that he is the one in control. (Rd 3 - 03:06) Hooper tries dirty boxing, but Kawano out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position. (Rd 3 - 02:48) Kawano looks very tired out there. (Rd 3 - 02:48) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:48) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Hooper is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 3 - 02:38) Kawano looked like he was about to shoot, but Hooper stepped in fast and started a clinch. (Rd 3 - 02:19) Using his wrestling skills, Hooper is trying to push Kawano up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:19) Hooper can't do it though, Kawano defended it well. (Rd 3 - 02:03) Kawano tries to wrestle Hooper backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:03) Hooper doesn't let himself be driven back though. (Rd 3 - 01:48) Hooper looks very tired out there. (Rd 3 - 01:48) Kawano is looking to muscle Hooper back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:48) Kawano does it, Hooper is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:36) Although deep into his gas tank by now, Kawano pins Hooper up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:36) They remain up against the cage for the next minute or so, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. Both are looking fatigued. (Rd 3 - 00:39) Kawano tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Hooper reverses so that he is the one in control. (Rd 3 - 00:18) Kawano waits for Hooper to try some dirty boxing, then quickly uses wrestling to turn him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Kawano. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Hooper needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:48) Moving in, Hooper appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 4 - 04:48) Kawano fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Hooper with a straight right. (Rd 4 - 04:37) Hooper gets hold of Kawano. (Rd 4 - 04:31) Using his wrestling skills, Hooper is trying to push Kawano up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:31) Kawano doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Kawano seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 04:18) Hooper blocks Kawano from throwing a knee. (Rd 4 - 04:06) Using his wrestling skills, Kawano is trying to push Hooper up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:06) He does so and now has Hooper pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:52) Kawano pins Hooper up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 4 - 03:38) Hooper is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot. (Rd 4 - 03:28) Kawano goes for a knee to the thigh but Hooper pulls the clinch tighter to block it. (Rd 4 - 03:08) Hooper gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 4 - 02:58) Kawano tries to hit Hooper with a knee to the thigh area, but Hooper takes the opportunity to switch it around so that he is in control and Kawano is the one backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:31) Hooper tries to keep Kawano up against the cage for some dirty boxing, but Kawano works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 4 - 02:18) Hooper looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 4 - 02:05) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 4 - 02:05) Kawano looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:56) Kawano is looking to muscle Hooper back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:56) Hooper doesn't let himself be driven back though. (Rd 4 - 01:44) Kawano tries to wrestle Hooper backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:44) Hooper ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:29) Showing good control, the exhausted Kawano keeps Hooper stuck against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:29) The next minute becomes a dull stalemate as the two exhausted fighters stick to a sloppy clinch and try to regain their breath. (Rd 4 - 00:14) Kawano looks exhausted. (Rd 4 - 00:14) Kawano looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Hooper proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Kawano, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Hooper really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:52) Kawano lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Kawano comes in looking to strike. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Hooper appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Kawano took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:29) Kawano can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 04:06) Kawano confidently comes in closer. (Rd 5 - 04:06) Hooper had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 5 - 04:06) A jab lands from Kawano, but Hooper evades a big right punch. (Rd 5 - 03:38) A jab is wide from Kawano, but then he hits Hooper with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 03:31) Hooper gets hold of Kawano. (Rd 5 - 03:24) Hooper is trying to muscle Kawano up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:24) Kawano doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 5 - 02:59) Kawano tries to take Hooper down. (Rd 5 - 02:59) The takedown is successful, Hooper pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 02:42) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Kawano keeps very tight to Hooper, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 5 - 02:23) Hooper tries to pull Kawano in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 5 - 02:14) Kawano throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 5 - 01:51) Hooper gets the double underhooks in and pulls Kawano close, controlling him well. (Rd 5 - 01:21) Kawano hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Hooper. (Rd 5 - 01:11) Kawano doesn't let Hooper pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 5 - 01:02) Kawano uses a shoulder smash to keep Hooper down. (Rd 5 - 00:56) Kawano doesn't let Hooper pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 5 - 00:46) With a quick movement, Kawano throws a shoulder smash to the face and upper chest of Hooper. (Rd 5 - 00:38) Kawano doesn't allow Hooper to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 5 - 00:30) Kawano peppers Hooper with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with. (Rd 5 - 00:12) Hooper tries to get double underhooks on Kawano so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 5 - 00:05) With a quick movement, Kawano throws a shoulder smash to the face and upper chest of Hooper. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Kawano, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 50-45. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Eien 'Sumo' Kawano the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Eien 'Sumo' Kawano defeats 'The BFG' Henry Hooper (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor. Post-Fight: Eien Kawano name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Eien Kawano celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. Eien Kawano proved to be a charismatic interviewee. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Stanislaw "Big Daddy" Lipnicki (16-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Warszawa, Poland, Favorite: -880) vs. "The Master of Disaster" Bronson Berle (5-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Underdog: +700) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Lipnicki looked like he was about to shoot, but Berle stepped in fast and started a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Berle is looking to muscle Lipnicki back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:32) Berle can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Lipnicki hits Berle with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Lipnicki is trying to push Berle so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Lipnicki manages it and controls Berle up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Berle is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Unable to break free, Berle is smothered up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:30) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Berle is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next thirty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:27) The two fighters clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Lipnicki manages to get control of the clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Lipnicki is trying to push Berle so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Berle ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Berle wrestles back against Lipnicki, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Berle tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Lipnicki reverses so that he is the one in control. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Lipnicki smothers Berle against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Some fans are booing after a round that didn't feature much action. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Lipnicki took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Lipnicki to go on and win this fight now that the first round has gone his way. (Rd 1 - 00:00) It's hard to see a scenario where Berle can do enough to take this fight. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:50) They come together in a clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Lipnicki wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:43) Lipnicki looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:43) Berle stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Berle is trying to muscle Lipnicki up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Berle can't do it though, and Lipnicki gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Lipnicki is trying to push Berle so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Lipnicki achieves it, pinning Berle to the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Lipnicki tries to use dirty boxing against Berle, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 2 - 03:33) Berle goes to the ribs, then the head, with short punches. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Berle wrestles back against Lipnicki, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:51) Berle tries to maintain control, but Lipnicki wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Berle ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Lipnicki is breathing very hard. (Rd 2 - 02:32) Lipnicki pins Berle up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Berle waits for Lipnicki to lift a leg to attempt a foot stomp, then turns him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:48) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:41) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch. (Rd 2 - 01:41) Lipnicki manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Lipnicki tries to wrestle Berle backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:35) Berle ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Lipnicki tries to maintain control, but Berle wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Lipnicki ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:55) Berle traps Lipnicki up against the cage, using double underhooks for control. (Rd 2 - 00:55) The rest of the round sees them remain there, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Berle just about edged it. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:50) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position. (Rd 3 - 04:50) Lipnicki is the aggressor in the clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:40) Lipnicki attempts to wrestle Berle to the ground. (Rd 3 - 04:40) Berle stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:27) Berle is trying to push Lipnicki so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:27) Lipnicki doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Lipnicki looks very, very tired. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Lipnicki is trying to push Berle so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Berle doesn't let himself be driven back though. (Rd 3 - 03:48) Lipnicki looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:48) The takedown is successful, Berle pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 03:30) The clock runs down as Berle is being smothered against the ground by Lipnicki. (Rd 3 - 03:07) The clock runs down as Berle is being smothered against the ground by Lipnicki. (Rd 3 - 02:40) Lipnicki lies on top of Berle, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 02:12) Berle is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Lipnicki off of him. (Rd 3 - 01:45) Lipnicki throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 01:22) Berle tries to smother Lipnicki by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 3 - 01:13) Lipnicki throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 3 - 00:56) Berle tries to pull Lipnicki in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Time slips away as Lipnicki successfully keeps Berle stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 00:10) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Leo Behan standing them both back up. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Lipnicki. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Lipnicki ahead 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:46) The two fighters clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Lipnicki manages to get control of the clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:40) Lipnicki is trying to muscle Berle up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:40) Lipnicki does it, Berle is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:24) It isn't pretty, but the dog-tired Lipnicki has Berle stuck up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:24) About sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 4 - 03:25) Lipnicki, despite being visibly almost out on his feet with exhaustion, manages to get Berle backed up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:25) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 4 - 02:21) Lipnicki looks exhausted. (Rd 4 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:21) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. (Rd 4 - 02:21) For the first time, Berle is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 4 - 02:08) They come together in a clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:08) Berle is the aggressor in the clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:58) Clinched with Lipnicki, Berle looks to try and take him down. (Rd 4 - 01:58) Berle can't get Lipnicki down to the ground. (Rd 4 - 01:41) Berle tries to take Lipnicki down. (Rd 4 - 01:41) Lipnicki cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control. (Rd 4 - 01:28) Berle starts trying to work to go from side control to mount. (Rd 4 - 01:28) Berle shows his ground skills and slips to mount. (Rd 4 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 4 - 00:55) Berle unloads with big right hands, but Lipnicki is able to deal with most of them. (Rd 4 - 00:40) Berle unloads with big right hands, but Lipnicki is able to deal with most of them. (Rd 4 - 00:29) Berle tries to pound on Lipnicki, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 4 - 00:18) Lipnicki tries to roll Berle but only succeeds in giving up his back! (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Berle, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:55) They clinch up and start jockeying for position. (Rd 5 - 04:55) Lipnicki manages to get control of the clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:47) Lipnicki is trying to muscle Berle up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:47) Lipnicki manages it and controls Berle up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Berle wrestles back against Lipnicki, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:07) Breathing very hard, Berle is looking ragged. (Rd 5 - 04:07) Berle drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 5 - 04:07) It doesn't work, Lipnicki defended against it well. (Rd 5 - 03:50) Berle looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 5 - 03:50) Berle gets the takedown! Lipnicki pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 03:31) Berle lies on top of Lipnicki, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 02:55) Berle lies on top of Lipnicki, basically smothering him. (Rd 5 - 02:31) Lipnicki is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Berle off of him. (Rd 5 - 02:05) Berle throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 5 - 01:41) Berle doesn't let Lipnicki pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 5 - 01:32) The clock runs down as Lipnicki is being smothered against the ground by Berle. (Rd 5 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 5 - 00:55) Berle fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 5 - 00:39) Lipnicki tries to get double underhooks on Berle so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 5 - 00:30) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 5 - 00:22) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 5 - 00:22) Lipnicki is the aggressor. (Rd 5 - 00:13) From the grapple, Lipnicki tries to work in some close-range strikes, but Berle is alert and smothers them quickly. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Berle, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Benjamin Milligan III scores the contest as 48-47 to Lipnicki. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Christina Shaw: 48-47 Berle. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Berle. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making 'The Master Of Disaster' Bronson Berle the winner by split decision! Official Result: 'The Master Of Disaster' Bronson Berle defeats Stanislaw 'Big Daddy' Lipnicki (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Very Poor. Post-Fight: Bronson Berle thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Visibly delighted, Bronson Berle celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. MAIN CARD Broadcast Live On Tournament TV in Canada, USA, Mexico, and Africa Broadcast Live On Tournament TV International in British Isles, South America, Japan, Europe, Australia, Asia, Russia, and Central America Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Tyke "No Nonsense" Milligan (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Barnsley, England, Favorite: -160) vs. Fletcher "The Drummer" Merman (13-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Springfield, Missouri, Underdog: +120) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Merman throws a punch but Milligan avoids it. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Merman hits two left jabs and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Merman throws a punch but Milligan avoids it. (Rd 1 - 04:02) Milligan comes in and grabs Merman in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Merman tries to wriggle free, but Milligan controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Milligan is looking to muscle Merman back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Merman ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Milligan catches Merman with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:59) Merman gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 1 - 02:52) Milligan pins Merman up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Milligan attempts to throw an elbow, but Merman tightens the clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Merman lands a few quick punches to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 02:07) Milligan catches Merman with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:07) Merman appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Referee William Yeats thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Merman can't connect with a jab, but then hits Milligan with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Milligan appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Merman lands a left hand and then catches Milligan with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Milligan keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Merman connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Merman connects with a nice jab and then catches Milligan with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Milligan wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Merman can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Milligan with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Merman throws a two-punch combo but Milligan avoids both. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Seizing the opportunity, Milligan clinches. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Merman. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Both fighters are bleeding and require attention from cut men between rounds. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) Merman throws a two-punch combo but Milligan avoids both. (Rd 2 - 04:33) Milligan comes in and grabs Merman in a clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Using his wrestling skills, Milligan is trying to push Merman up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Milligan manages it and controls Merman up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:07) Milligan looks for an elbow strike, but Merman works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 2 - 03:54) Taking a few gulps of breath, Merman is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Milligan isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Merman connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:32) With both fighters bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that they can be checked. (Rd 2 - 03:32) The doctor checks the cuts, but seems happy that neither presents too much of a problem. (Rd 2 - 03:32) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway! (Rd 2 - 03:26) Merman fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:02) Milligan had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:02) A punch from Merman fails to land. (Rd 2 - 02:57) A few deep breaths betray that Merman is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Merman hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Merman throws a one-two, but Milligan was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Merman doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Milligan comes in and grabs Merman in a clinch. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Merman tries to wriggle free, but Milligan controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Merman gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Milligan uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Merman tries to wriggle free, but Milligan controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 2 - 01:15) Using his wrestling skills, Milligan is trying to push Merman up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:15) Merman ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:04) Merman is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 2 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Milligan uses dirty boxing to punish Merman while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Milligan scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Merman is bleeding under his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound. (Rd 2 - 00:20) Milligan uses dirty boxing to punish Merman while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:06) Milligan tries to throw an elbow from the clinch, but Merman is able to stop it. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Milligan, but only a 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Merman. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:48) Merman hits a left jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Milligan looks like he wants to shoot but is wary of getting hit on the way in. (Rd 3 - 04:29) Merman throws a punch but Milligan avoids it. (Rd 3 - 04:24) Seizing the opportunity, Milligan shoots. (Rd 3 - 04:15) Milligan can't get past the sprawl of Merman and has to give up on the takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Taking a few gulps of breath, Milligan is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 03:57) Merman can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 03:48) Merman looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Milligan shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Milligan gets hold of a leg but Merman remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Milligan uses the position to drive Merman up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:13) Merman is trapped against the cage and Milligan punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Milligan drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 3 - 02:48) Milligan hits Merman, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 3 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:29) Merman is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 3 - 02:14) Milligan smothers Merman against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 02:00) Merman gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 01:48) Merman is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 01:35) Milligan catches Merman with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:24) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:24) A few deep breaths betray that Milligan is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Merman can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Milligan is bleeding under his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound. (Rd 3 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 3 - 00:55) Milligan steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 3 - 00:55) A jab hits home from Merman and then he catches Milligan with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:37) Merman moves in on Milligan, preparing to throw. (Rd 3 - 00:37) Merman throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 00:10) Merman moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 3 - 00:10) It looked like we were about to see Milligan try and get some grappling started, but Merman was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 00:10) A jab hits home from Merman and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Milligan, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Milligan up 29-28. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Milligan. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:46) Merman connects with a jab, but Milligan avoids a big right. (Rd 4 - 04:32) The gas tank looks empty on Merman. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Merman throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 4 - 04:02) Milligan looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Merman simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 04:02) A jab lands from Merman, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 4 - 03:40) Merman can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 4 - 03:28) Milligan seizes the chance and grabs Merman into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 03:21) Merman tries to wriggle free, but Milligan controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 4 - 03:06) Milligan hits Merman with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 4 - 02:47) Milligan is trying to push Merman so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:47) Merman ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:33) Merman is trapped against the cage and Milligan hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 4 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:21) Milligan pins Merman up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 4 - 02:04) Milligan is looking really tired. (Rd 4 - 02:04) Merman gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 4 - 01:51) Milligan uses a vicious foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 01:37) Merman takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. (Rd 4 - 01:28) Milligan pins Merman up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 4 - 01:08) Milligan pins Merman up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 4 - 00:55) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 00:44) Merman fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Milligan with a right hook. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Milligan chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Merman down. (Rd 4 - 00:27) Merman stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Milligan. (Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Merman realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:53) Merman can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 04:37) Merman lands a left jab, but Milligan avoids a big right. (Rd 5 - 04:08) A jab is wide from Merman, but then he catches Milligan with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 03:44) Merman lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:31) Without taking too much damage, Milligan is able to clinch with Merman. (Rd 5 - 03:22) Milligan hits Merman with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 5 - 03:10) Merman tries to wriggle free, but Milligan controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 5 - 02:56) Milligan is trying to push Merman so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:56) He does so and now has Merman pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:37) Merman gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 5 - 02:31) Milligan looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 5 - 02:31) Merman is trapped against the cage and Milligan hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 5 - 02:14) Milligan catches Merman with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:03) Merman uses his wrestling skills to prevent Milligan from throwing any elbow strikes. (Rd 5 - 01:47) Milligan pins Merman up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 01:33) Milligan tries to hit him with an elbow, but Merman works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 5 - 01:14) Merman fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 5 - 01:03) Milligan is able to grab Merman. (Rd 5 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 5 - 00:55) Milligan hits Merman with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 5 - 00:44) Merman gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Milligan uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 5 - 00:33) Milligan uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Merman. (Rd 5 - 00:20) Milligan uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Merman. (Rd 5 - 00:08) Milligan is looking to muscle Merman back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:08) Merman ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Milligan looks exhausted. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Milligan. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 49-46 (Christina Shaw), 48-47 (Edward Wilde) and 49-46 (Ian Rivers). (Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Tyke 'No Nonsense' Milligan the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Tyke 'No Nonsense' Milligan defeats Fletcher 'The Drummer' Merman (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Tyke Milligan praises his team at Rob Baines Fighting, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Vitor de Melo, says that he'll destroy him. Tyke Milligan has the looks that mean he remains very marketable even if he's far from a great talker. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "Chief" Fatuma Roy (23-10, 0-0 CTC, From: The San Francisco Bay Area, Favorite: -1200) vs. Aljur Paras (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Davao City, Philippines, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters face off, Paras towering over Roy. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:49) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Paras hits a left cross. Roy lands a left hook. (Rd 1 - 04:35) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Paras misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Roy misses a jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:12) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 03:40) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 03:40) Roy misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Paras attacks with a jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:18) There's a quick exchange of strikes but nobody manages to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Paras is off-target with a jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:18) Roy doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:54) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Roy scores with a left hook. Paras uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 02:34) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:34) Roy counters a right hand with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 02:16) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Roy slips past a right hook and counters with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Paras lands a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:53) Roy finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 01:33) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:33) Paras misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 1 - 01:11) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Roy misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:49) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Paras misses with a big right hand, allowing Roy to counter with a left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 00:28) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Roy misses with a big right hand, allowing Paras to counter with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 00:13) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Paras. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There is a buzz building around the crowd, they can smell a potential upset here. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Paras misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 04:51) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Paras. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Roy doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:32) Paras misses a jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Roy is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Roy misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 2 - 03:50) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Roy slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 2 - 03:31) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:31) Both fighters strike but without success. (Rd 2 - 03:31) Paras doesn't connect with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked. (Rd 2 - 03:31) Roy doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Paras is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 03:12) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 2 - 02:43) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:10) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 2 - 01:32) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:59) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Paras misses with a big right hand, allowing Roy to counter with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 00:47) With Paras bleeding, referee William Yeats pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 2 - 00:47) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem. (Rd 2 - 00:47) The fight will be restarted in the center! (Rd 2 - 00:35) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Roy misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:08) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 00:08) Paras is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 2 - 00:08) Roy uses a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:08) It looks like Roy has been cut under the eye. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Roy, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19. (Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Roy. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:49) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 3 - 04:28) Roy looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time. (Rd 3 - 04:28) Roy hits Paras with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 3 - 04:11) Paras tries to wriggle free, but Roy controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Roy tries to wrestle Paras backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:54) Roy does it, Paras is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:43) Roy hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Paras is trapped against the cage and Roy hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 3 - 03:25) Roy smothers Paras against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 03:06) Paras gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Breathing very hard, Roy is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 02:54) Roy smothers Paras against the cage and stomps down on his foot. (Rd 3 - 02:44) Paras is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 02:33) Paras gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 02:19) Paras is trapped against the cage and Roy punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 02:07) Paras is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 01:56) Roy pins Paras up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 01:39) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee William Yeats restarts them back in the center. (Rd 3 - 01:29) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 3 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 3 - 00:51) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 00:51) Roy lands a left hook. (Rd 3 - 00:51) Paras finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Roy hits a left hand. (Rd 3 - 00:29) Paras scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 3 - 00:07) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 3 - 00:07) Both fighters throw, both fighters fail to hit the target. (Rd 3 - 00:07) Paras misses with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked. (Rd 3 - 00:07) Roy misses with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Roy, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Roy up 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:49) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 4 - 04:49) Paras hits a left cross. Roy is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 4 - 04:39) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 4 - 04:39) Paras gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Roy uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Roy looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 4 - 04:25) Paras gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple. (Rd 4 - 04:07) Roy hits Paras with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 4 - 03:53) Roy uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Paras as they grapple. (Rd 4 - 03:39) Roy is looking to muscle Paras back against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:39) Roy achieves it, pinning Paras to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:23) Paras throws a few short punches to the ribs. (Rd 4 - 03:09) Roy smothers Paras against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 4 - 02:55) Roy hits Paras, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 4 - 02:39) Roy pins Paras up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 02:20) Roy scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 4 - 02:05) Roy pins Paras up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 4 - 01:45) Roy scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:33) Roy looks totally gassed. (Rd 4 - 01:33) Roy tries to hit Paras with a knee to the thigh area, but Paras works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 4 - 01:19) A few deep breaths betray that Paras is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 4 - 01:12) They engage in the center. (Rd 4 - 01:12) Paras hits a left hand. Roy hits a left cross. (Rd 4 - 01:04) Paras is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 01:04) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 4 - 01:04) Roy attempts to wrestle Paras to the ground. (Rd 4 - 01:04) Roy can't get the takedown as Paras wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 4 - 00:40) Paras is aiming to get Roy into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:40) Paras can't manage it, and Roy gets out of the grapple entirely. (Rd 4 - 00:09) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 4 - 00:09) Paras counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Roy. (Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Paras is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:52) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 5 - 04:28) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Roy looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 5 - 04:28) Roy doesn't get the trip, Paras instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 5 - 04:12) Paras is trying to lock Roy into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 5 - 04:12) Roy can't fight it off and ends up caught. (Rd 5 - 03:55) From the clinch, Roy takes an elbow to the side of the head, but there wasn't much power behind it. (Rd 5 - 03:46) Roy tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 5 - 03:14) From the clinch, Paras hits Roy with an elbow to the side of the head, but it lacked power. (Rd 5 - 03:04) Paras misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch. (Rd 5 - 02:40) Paras tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Roy isn't able to get free of the clinch either. (Rd 5 - 02:12) Roy is released from the clinch, Paras looks to change tactics. (Rd 5 - 01:52) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 5 - 01:40) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch. (Rd 5 - 01:40) Roy is looking to muscle Paras back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:40) Roy can't do it though, Paras defended it well. (Rd 5 - 01:28) Roy attempts to wrestle Paras to the ground. (Rd 5 - 01:28) He has the takedown! Paras pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 01:13) Paras looks very, very tired. (Rd 5 - 01:13) In guard, Roy begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 5 - 01:13) He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt. (Rd 5 - 00:27) Paras tries to smother Roy by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 5 - 00:18) Roy pounds away, but Paras calmly deals with them. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Paras, 10-9. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 49-46 (Edward Wilde), 48-47 (Ian Rivers) and 48-47 (Stewart Morecambe). (Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Chief' Fatuma Roy wins by unanimous decision! Official Result: 'Chief' Fatuma Roy defeats Aljur Paras (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Fatuma Roy thanks everyone connected to Bear Pit for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, Fatuma Roy celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Toshiya Furube (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Favorite: -400) vs. "Big" Bernard Alfredson (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Underdog: +310) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) Alfredson ignores the offer of a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Furube comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Alfredson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:34) The two fighters clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:34) Furube manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Furube is trying to push Alfredson so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Furube manages it and controls Alfredson up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:09) Alfredson is trapped up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:09) They remain up against the cage for the next thirty seconds, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Furube looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Alfredson proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Alfredson smothers Furube up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:05) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 1 - 01:54) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee William Yeats restarts them back in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Alfredson throws a one-two, but Furube was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 01:30) Furube comes in and grabs Alfredson in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Furube tries to wrestle Alfredson backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Alfredson ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:05) Furube tries to keep him up against the cage, but Alfredson works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 1 - 00:50) For the first time, Alfredson is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Up close, they start wrestling. (Rd 1 - 00:35) Furube seems to get the advantage. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Furube tries to wrestle Alfredson backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:29) Furube can't do it though, Alfredson defended it well. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Furube is trying to push Alfredson so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Furube manages it and controls Alfredson up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Alfredson, 10-9. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Furube aggressively gets to a dominant position. (Rd 2 - 04:43) Furube is looking to muscle Alfredson back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:43) Alfredson doesn't let himself be driven back though. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Furube is trying to muscle Alfredson up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Furube can't manage it, Alfredson fought it. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Furube tries to wrestle Alfredson backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:14) He does so and now has Alfredson pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Furube uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Furube tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Alfredson reverses so that he is the one in control. (Rd 2 - 03:23) Alfredson tries to maintain control, but Furube wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Alfredson ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:04) Furube smothers Alfredson against the cage and stomps down on his foot. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Using tight body-to-body control, Furube is slowly wearing Alfredson down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him. (Rd 2 - 02:50) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so. (Rd 2 - 02:04) Alfredson is breathing very hard. (Rd 2 - 02:04) Referee William Yeats decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 02:04) Furube is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 2 - 01:49) A jab is wide from Alfredson, but then he catches Furube with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 01:31) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 2 - 01:31) Furube seems to get the advantage. (Rd 2 - 01:25) Furube tries to wrestle Alfredson backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:25) Alfredson ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Smothered against the cage, Alfredson is trapped there, unable to get free. (Rd 2 - 01:07) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 2 - 00:04) Furube looks very tired out there. (Rd 2 - 00:04) Furube tries to maintain control, but Alfredson wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Furube ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Furube. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:46) A tired Furube moves forward, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Alfredson partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Furube has a hold of the other. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Furube drives Alfredson up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:29) In need of a breather, the fatigued Furube smothers Alfredson against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:29) They remain in that position, throwing occasional short punches, for a further thirty seconds. Both fighters look pretty tired. (Rd 3 - 03:51) It isn't pretty, but the fatigued Furube has Alfredson stuck up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:51) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute. They both look tired and are using this position to try and recover slightly. (Rd 3 - 02:49) Furube smothers Alfredson up against the cage, although he looks increasingly tired. (Rd 3 - 02:49) They exchange short punches to the body for about thirty seconds, both of them looking gassed. (Rd 3 - 02:13) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee William Yeats brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Furube uses a left jab while backing away. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Alfredson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:37) Furube aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 3 - 01:37) Alfredson can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 01:25) From the looks of things, I don't think Alfredson has much energy left. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Furube gets hold of Alfredson without taking too much damage. (Rd 3 - 01:19) Furube is trying to push Alfredson so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:19) Furube manages it and controls Alfredson up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Furube looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 01:08) Furube tries to maintain control, but Alfredson wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center. (Rd 3 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:40) Alfredson throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 3 - 00:32) Furube gets hold of Alfredson. (Rd 3 - 00:24) Using his wrestling skills, Furube is trying to push Alfredson up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:24) Furube does it, Alfredson is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:09) Alfredson is pressed up against the cage and held there by his exhausted opponent. (Rd 3 - 00:09) Exhausted, both fighters seem content to stay in a dull clinch until the round ends. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Furube, but only a 10-9. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Furube. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:51) They come together in a clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:51) Alfredson wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 4 - 04:44) Alfredson is trying to muscle Furube up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:44) He does so and now has Furube pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:28) Alfredson tries to maintain control, but Furube wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Alfredson ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 04:08) Alfredson wrestles back against Furube, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:52) Alfredson tries to maintain control, but Furube wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Alfredson ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 03:23) Furube looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 03:23) Alfredson looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 03:23) Furube tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Alfredson reverses so that he is the one in control. (Rd 4 - 03:02) Alfredson tries to smother Furube against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Alfredson against the cage instead. (Rd 4 - 02:41) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 4 - 02:35) Furube looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Alfredson simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 02:35) A punch from Alfredson fails to land. (Rd 4 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 4 - 02:21) Furube looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Alfredson simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 02:21) Alfredson hits a left hand, but Furube avoids a big right. (Rd 4 - 02:02) Furube steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 4 - 02:02) Alfredson throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 4 - 01:54) Furube seizes the chance and grabs Alfredson into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 01:45) Furube tries to take Alfredson down. (Rd 4 - 01:45) The takedown is successful, Alfredson pulls guard. (Rd 4 - 01:29) Furube pounds away with rights, but Alfredson covers up and only a couple manage to get through. (Rd 4 - 01:12) Alfredson tries to smother Furube by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 4 - 01:02) Furube catches Alfredson with a glancing elbow strike. (Rd 4 - 00:56) Furube doesn't allow Alfredson to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 4 - 00:47) Furube starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 4 - 00:47) Alfredson keeps Furube in guard. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen, hopefully things will pick up in the next one. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Furube, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Alfredson is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:49) A one-two from Alfredson fails to land. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Furube gets hold of Alfredson. (Rd 5 - 04:24) Furube is looking to muscle Alfredson back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 04:24) Furube can't manage it, Alfredson fought it. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Furube looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 04:09) Furube doesn't get the takedown, Alfredson instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 5 - 03:49) Alfredson attempts to wrestle Furube to the ground. (Rd 5 - 03:49) The takedown doesn't work, Furube blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 5 - 03:24) Furube tries to wrestle Alfredson backward and up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:24) Furube does it, Alfredson is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 5 - 03:05) An ugly but effective tactic, the physically exhausted Furube is pressing Alfredson up against the cage and slowly wearing him down while also getting a breather of his own. (Rd 5 - 03:05) A full minute passes with literally nothing happening, the two shattered fighters simply leaning against the cage and trying to get their wind back. (Rd 5 - 01:52) Showing his ability to control opponents, Furube fights through his apparent exhaustion and smothers Alfredson against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:52) Furube and Alfredson remain up against the cage for the next minute or so, totally exhausted and barely doing anything. (Rd 5 - 01:04) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 5 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 5 - 00:59) Alfredson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Furube with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 00:48) Furube gets hold of Alfredson without taking too much damage. (Rd 5 - 00:40) Furube is looking to muscle Alfredson back against the cage. (Rd 5 - 00:40) Furube can't do it though, and Alfredson gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 5 - 00:16) With control of the clinch, Alfredson tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 5 - 00:16) It doesn't work, Furube defended against it well. (Rd 5 - 00:03) Alfredson tries to take Furube down. (Rd 5 - 00:03) It doesn't work, Furube defended against it well. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. (Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Furube. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 49-46 (Christina Shaw), 50-45 (Edward Wilde) and 50-45 (Ian Rivers). (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Toshiya Furube! Official Result: Toshiya Furube defeats 'Big' Bernard Alfredson (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor. Post-Fight: Toshiya Furube thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Toshiya Furube celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Crusher" Mugur Boc (10-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Tighina, Moldova, Favorite: -540) vs. "Boom Boom" Guy Broom (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Chicago, Illinois, Underdog: +430) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:49) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Broom hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Boc hits a good left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Broom lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Boc throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Boc throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Boc connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Boc uses a right jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Boc lands a jab and then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 1 - 03:10) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Broom. (Rd 1 - 02:57) Boc connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Boc throws a two-punch combo but Broom avoids both. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Broom comes in and grabs Boc in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Broom tries to wrestle Boc backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:20) Broom can't do it though, and Boc gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 1 - 01:52) Boc looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:52) It's not pretty, but he forces Broom down to the ground and ends up holding him in a turtled up position. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Boc pounds away on Broom, landing a few clean shots but not many. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Boc fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Broom takes the opportunity to stand up. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Taking a few gulps of breath, Boc is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 1 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Boc can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:51) With Broom bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 1 - 00:51) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem. (Rd 1 - 00:51) The referee signals for the fight to continue! (Rd 1 - 00:46) Boc fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Broom with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Boc moves in on Broom, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 00:33) Boc lands a jab and then catches Broom with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Coming forward, Broom is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Boc connects with a jab, but Broom evades a big left punch. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Boc took that round, 10-9 on my score card. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:53) Boc lands a jab and then hits a nice straight left. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Broom wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Boc can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Broom gets hold of Boc without taking too much damage. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Broom is trying to muscle Boc up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Boc ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Broom keeps Boc stuck against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:03) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 2 - 03:02) Showing his ability to exert control, Broom smothers Boc up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:02) The next thirty seconds or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 02:18) Broom tries to maintain control, but Boc wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:54) A jab hits home from Boc and then he hits a nice straight left. (Rd 2 - 01:54) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Broom. (Rd 2 - 01:42) Boc is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 2 - 01:33) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Broom hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Boc hits a right jab and also connects cleanly with a left hand. (Rd 2 - 01:11) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 01:11) Broom misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a clean left hand. (Rd 2 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Broom is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Boc throws a punch but Broom was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Broom gets hold of Boc, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Broom is looking to muscle Boc back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:36) He does so and now has Boc pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Boc is breathing very hard. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Broom smothers Boc up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:16) They dirty box each other at that range until the round ends. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Broom 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Broom is attended to by the cut man between rounds. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:54) Broom attacks with strikes. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Boc hit two counter right hands. (Rd 3 - 04:54) Broom fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Boc with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:32) A jab lands from Boc, but misses with a vicious left hand. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Boc throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 04:04) Broom is able to grab Boc. (Rd 3 - 03:56) Broom attempts to wrestle Boc to the ground. (Rd 3 - 03:56) He has the takedown! Boc pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Broom lies on top of Boc, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 03:00) Boc is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Broom off of him. (Rd 3 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:28) Broom throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 3 - 02:03) Boc grabs one of his opponent's legs and looks to be attempting a sweep of some kind. (Rd 3 - 02:03) Broom blocks the sweep attempt. (Rd 3 - 01:45) The clock runs down as Boc is being smothered against the ground by Broom. (Rd 3 - 01:06) Boc is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Broom off of him. (Rd 3 - 00:34) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 3 - 00:19) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 3 - 00:05) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:05) With control of the clinch, Boc tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 3 - 00:05) It doesn't work, Broom defended against it well. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Broom took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Broom ahead 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:46) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 4 - 04:46) Boc dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a powerful straight left! (Rd 4 - 04:36) He's down! Broom falls to the floor! (Rd 4 - 04:36) Boc knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Broom, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 4 - 04:36) Boc fires away and Broom is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 4 - 04:21) From the looks of things, I don't think Boc has much energy left. (Rd 4 - 04:21) Boc tries to lock Broom in a kimura. (Rd 4 - 04:21) Broom fights off the kimura attempt. (Rd 4 - 03:44) Boc blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 03:30) Boc attempts a kneebar by hooking a leg. (Rd 4 - 03:30) Broom blocks it. (Rd 4 - 03:06) Broom looks very tired out there. (Rd 4 - 03:06) Broom tries to move to guard, but Boc doesn't allow it. (Rd 4 - 02:48) Boc attempts a kneebar by hooking a leg. (Rd 4 - 02:48) Broom doesn't allow the kneebar to be applied. (Rd 4 - 02:09) Boc blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 01:50) Boc tries to grab a leg to prepare Broom for a kneebar. (Rd 4 - 01:50) Broom doesn't allow the kneebar to be applied. (Rd 4 - 01:33) Boc blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 01:20) Boc tries to ensnare Broom in a kneebar. (Rd 4 - 01:20) Broom defends himself well and does not give up a leg. (Rd 4 - 01:02) Boc blocks Broom as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 4 - 00:49) With no progress being made, referee William Yeats stands them back up. (Rd 4 - 00:39) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 4 - 00:39) Boc slips past a right hook and counters with a nice left hook. (Rd 4 - 00:23) Broom comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 4 - 00:23) Boc can't connect with a jab, but then catches Broom with a left hook. (Rd 4 - 00:16) Without taking too much damage, Broom is able to clinch with Boc. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Broom tries to wrestle Boc backward and up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 00:10) Broom can't manage it, Boc fought it. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Boc. (Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:50) Broom looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Boc simply took the initiative first. (Rd 5 - 04:50) Boc can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 5 - 04:30) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 5 - 04:17) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away. (Rd 5 - 04:17) Clinched with Boc, Broom looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 04:17) Broom doesn't get the takedown, Boc instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 5 - 03:55) The gas tank looks empty on Boc. (Rd 5 - 03:55) Boc looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 03:55) Boc doesn't get the takedown, Broom instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 5 - 03:36) Broom seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 5 - 03:36) Clinched with Boc, Broom looks to try and take him down. (Rd 5 - 03:36) The takedown is successful, Boc pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 03:19) Broom pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 5 - 03:06) Boc grabs hold of a leg, seemingly intent on trying to sweep Broom from the bottom of the guard. (Rd 5 - 03:06) Broom blocks the sweep attempt. (Rd 5 - 02:42) Broom tries to pass the guard. (Rd 5 - 02:42) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Boc starts a scramble for position. (Rd 5 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:28) The scramble sees Boc up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately. (Rd 5 - 02:10) Broom tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Boc uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 5 - 01:54) Boc uses his wrestling skills to prevent Broom from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:37) Broom hits Boc, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 5 - 01:21) Broom tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Boc uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 5 - 01:05) Broom pins Boc up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 5 - 00:48) Boc is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear. (Rd 5 - 00:37) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Boc aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 5 - 00:31) A jab is wide from Broom, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 00:31) Blood is visible on Boc, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 5 - 00:17) Broom looks totally gassed. (Rd 5 - 00:17) Boc gets hold of Broom without taking too much damage. (Rd 5 - 00:08) With control of the clinch, Boc tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 5 - 00:08) The takedown is completed, Broom is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Broom came out just ahead on my score card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 48-47. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Crusher' Mugur Boc! Official Result: 'The Crusher' Mugur Boc defeats 'Boom Boom' Guy Broom (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Mugur Boc thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Great Bear" Aleksander Ivanov (11-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Favorite: -1200) vs. Daigo Kitaguchi (9-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: +950) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Benjamin Milligan III, and Christina Shaw. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) There's a takedown attempt from Ivanov. (Rd 1 - 04:50) A great sprawl from Kitaguchi prevents the takedown and allows him to push Ivanov down onto his hands and knees. (Rd 1 - 04:39) Kitaguchi pounds away on Ivanov but can't land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Kitaguchi looks to hit a knee strike, but Ivanov is back up too quickly. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Ivanov chooses to shoot in on Kitaguchi. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Kitaguchi cannot stop the takedown, Ivanov drove in with too much power with a beauty of a double leg. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Kitaguchi winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Ivanov pressing onto him. (Rd 1 - 03:59) That's his first successful takedown of the fight. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Ivanov attempts a guillotine. (Rd 1 - 03:52) Kitaguchi gets caught by the guillotine, and it's tight enough that he has to tap! (Rd 1 - 03:31) The winner, by submission; Aleksander Ivanov! Official Result: 'The Great Bear' Aleksander Ivanov defeats Daigo Kitaguchi (Submission (Guillotine) in 1:29 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Aleksander Ivanov thanks everyone connected to Euro Team Thunder for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "Silent But Violent" Wilson Franklyn (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Columbus, Georgia, Favorite: -620) vs. "The Stunner" Bunjiro Sammiya (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sapporo, Japan, Underdog: +490) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Franklyn misses a jab but connects with a right hand. Sammiya scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Sammiya appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Franklyn comes forward, walking down Sammiya. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Sammiya hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:18) A one-two from Franklyn fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Moving forward constantly, Franklyn is pressuring Sammiya. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Franklyn steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Franklyn lands a left hand and then he hits Sammiya with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Sammiya appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Franklyn took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Franklyn connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Moving forward constantly, Franklyn is pressuring Sammiya. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Franklyn confidently steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Sammiya is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Franklyn connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Franklyn initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:15) Sammiya misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:15) A jab hits home from Franklyn and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 03:05) The clock is stopped as referee Harry A. Bierce wants to check the cut on Sammiya. (Rd 1 - 03:05) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Referee Harry A. Bierce brings them to the center and we're back underway! (Rd 1 - 02:59) Franklyn hits a left jab and then hits Sammiya with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Franklyn moves in on Sammiya, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Franklyn hits a left jab and then hits Sammiya with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Franklyn steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 02:22) A tentative jab from Sammiya lands. (Rd 1 - 02:22) Franklyn lands a left hand and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:09) A jab lands from Franklyn, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Franklyn connects with a jab, but Sammiya evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Franklyn lands a jab and then catches Sammiya with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Franklyn is wincing, that last punch may have actually damaged his own hand. (Rd 1 - 01:28) If the hand is broken, his job just got a lot tougher. (Rd 1 - 01:09) A jab is wide from Franklyn, but then he hits Sammiya with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Franklyn is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Franklyn throws a punch but Sammiya avoids it. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Sammiya comes in and grabs Franklyn in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Sammiya is trying to muscle Franklyn up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Sammiya can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Franklyn tries to wrestle Sammiya backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Franklyn achieves it, pinning Sammiya to the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Franklyn, but only a 10-9. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Franklyn, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:46) Franklyn can't connect with a jab, but then hits Sammiya with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Franklyn fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Sammiya is able to grab Franklyn. (Rd 2 - 04:16) Sammiya tries to take Franklyn down. (Rd 2 - 04:16) The takedown doesn't work, Franklyn blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Franklyn is looking to muscle Sammiya back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Franklyn achieves it, pinning Sammiya to the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:38) Franklyn attempts to use a knee strike but Sammiya pulls the clinch tighter. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Sammiya throws a few short punches to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 03:06) Franklyn hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 2 - 02:51) Franklyn looks for an elbow strike, but Sammiya out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position. (Rd 2 - 02:33) Sammiya tries to smother Franklyn against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:21) Franklyn appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Franklyn hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:53) Franklyn doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 01:47) Franklyn throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 01:35) With a clear opportunity, Sammiya is able to move in fast and clinch with Franklyn. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Sammiya is trying to push Franklyn so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Sammiya can't manage it, Franklyn fought it. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Sammiya tries to wrestle Franklyn backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Franklyn ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Sammiya tries to maintain control, but Franklyn wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 00:32) Franklyn can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 00:15) Sammiya had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:15) A jab lands from Franklyn, but a big right to the body fails to find the target. (Rd 2 - 00:06) Franklyn glances at the clock. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Franklyn. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Franklyn is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:46) Sammiya comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 3 - 04:46) Franklyn can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Sammiya gets hold of Franklyn without taking too much damage. (Rd 3 - 04:23) Sammiya is trying to push Franklyn so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:23) Sammiya does it, Franklyn is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:09) Sammiya tries to use dirty boxing against Franklyn, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 3 - 03:52) Franklyn is trapped against the cage and Sammiya hits him with a short left uppercut. (Rd 3 - 03:41) Sammiya pins Franklyn up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 03:24) Sammiya pins Franklyn up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Franklyn looks very, very tired. (Rd 3 - 03:10) Sammiya smothers Franklyn against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 02:51) Smothered against the cage, Franklyn cannot get free. (Rd 3 - 02:51) The next sixty seconds or so becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 3 - 02:03) Referee Harry A. Bierce thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 3 - 02:03) For the first time, Sammiya is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 01:53) A jab lands from Franklyn, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 01:40) Sammiya gets hold of Franklyn without taking too much damage. (Rd 3 - 01:34) Clinched with Franklyn, Sammiya looks to try and take him down. (Rd 3 - 01:34) It doesn't work, Franklyn defended against it well. (Rd 3 - 01:22) Sammiya is trying to muscle Franklyn up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:22) Sammiya achieves it, pinning Franklyn to the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:09) Franklyn wrestles back against Sammiya, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:40) Sammiya wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 3 - 00:40) Franklyn hits a left jab and then catches Sammiya with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:16) Franklyn can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Sammiya with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Sammiya. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Franklyn up 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:45) A tired-looking Sammiya shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 4 - 04:45) Franklyn gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 4 - 04:34) Sammiya lies on top of Franklyn, basically smothering him. (Rd 4 - 03:57) Sammiya tries to pound on Franklyn, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 4 - 03:40) Franklyn tries to smother Sammiya by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 4 - 03:32) Sammiya throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 4 - 03:09) Sammiya doesn't let Franklyn pull him in close to be smothered. (Rd 4 - 02:59) Sammiya begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 4 - 02:59) Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control. (Rd 4 - 02:04) Sammiya begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 4 - 02:04) Franklyn can't fend off his opponent and is mounted. (Rd 4 - 01:37) Sammiya pounds away, Franklyn is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 4 - 01:37) With Franklyn taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight! (Rd 4 - 01:22) Bunjiro Sammiya takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: 'The Stunner' Bunjiro Sammiya defeats 'Silent But Violent' Wilson Franklyn (TKO (Strikes) in 3:38 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Bunjiro Sammiya thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Bunjiro Sammiya celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Pit Bull" Gary Sampson (18-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Mesa, Arizona, Favorite: -460) vs. Giovanni de Matos (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +360) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 05:00) de Matos is facing a major size disadvantage in this fight, he is probably giving up at least 25lbs. That may be decisive. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 04:55) de Matos comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:55) de Matos can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 04:43) de Matos fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a fast high right kick to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Sampson looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him! (Rd 1 - 04:27) de Matos tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but it misses as Sampson quickly steps backward and out of range. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Sampson clears his head and circles back to the center. (Rd 1 - 04:08) A jab is wide from de Matos, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:45) de Matos can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:22) de Matos uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 02:56) A tentative jab from Sampson lands. (Rd 1 - 02:56) de Matos can't connect with a jab, but then hits Sampson with a great high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 02:50) As he backs off it becomes clear that Sampson is on rubbery legs, that last shot rocked him! (Rd 1 - 02:50) Sampson eats a right head kick! He falls to the ground but is not out! (Rd 1 - 02:35) Moving quickly, de Matos comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps! (Rd 1 - 02:35) de Matos hits several big stomps and kicks, but Sampson somehow hangs on! (Rd 1 - 02:18) Apparently unwilling to engage, de Matos lets his opponent stand back up. (Rd 1 - 02:04) de Matos throws a punch but Sampson was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 01:45) de Matos lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 01:18) A jab hits home from de Matos and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 01:00) Sampson might be in real trouble here, he is backing off but looks really unsteady on his feet! (Rd 1 - 01:00) Sampson gets clocked with a right hand to the side of the head and goes down hard! ( Rd 1 - 00:48) de Matos senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 1 - 00:48) de Matos pounds away on Sampson, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 1 - 00:30) Keeping calm under pressure, Sampson spots that de Matos is over-committed to the strikes and sweeps him off balance! They scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 00:30) The scramble somehow results in Sampson underneath de Matos in north-south position. (Rd 1 - 00:18) de Matos throws some elbows to the body, albeit with not much in the way of power. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was pretty dominant by de Matos, a 10-8 round on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) There is a buzz building around the crowd, they can smell a potential upset here. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:54) de Matos moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 04:54) de Matos lands a left hand and then catches Sampson with a right roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:35) de Matos can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Sampson looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but de Matos simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 04:23) de Matos hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 04:09) de Matos is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 03:56) de Matos fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Sampson with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 03:36) de Matos lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Sampson looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him! He winds up backed against the cage with nowhere to go! (Rd 2 - 03:27) de Matos lands a crunching head kick on Sampson, who collapses! He's out cold! (Rd 2 - 03:15) The winner, by knock out; Giovanni de Matos! Official Result: Giovanni de Matos defeats 'The Pit Bull' Gary Sampson (Knock Out (Kick) in 1:45 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giovanni de Matos thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends and supporters. Giovanni de Matos celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Duke "Nukem" Aiona (15-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Kailua, Hawaii, Favorite: -640) vs. "The Durban Badger" Schalk Rhodes (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Durban, South Africa, Underdog: +510) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves. Rd 1 - 04:52) Relentlessly walking down his opponent, Rhodes comes forward. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Aiona fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 04:52) Showing good hand speed, Rhodes lands a flurry of five punches but misses when he attempts to go to the body after. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Rhodes hits a couple of jabs but misses with a left hook to the ribs. Aiona scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 04:06) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:49) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:49) Aiona misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Rhodes attacks with a couple of jabs that are followed by a good left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:33) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Aiona misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Rhodes attacks with a pair of right jabs that are followed by a hook attempt to the body that doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Rhodes comes forward, walking down Aiona. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Aiona hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Attacking with a quick flurry, Rhodes lands three punches but Aiona avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 02:31) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 02:14) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Rhodes slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm. (Rd 1 - 01:51) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Rhodes dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Aiona hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Showing off his great hand speed, Rhodes hits a nice four punch combination. (Rd 1 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Rhodes comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Rhodes confidently steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Stepping in, Rhodes lands five quick punches and then he catches Aiona with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Constantly pressuring his opponent, Rhodes comes forward. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Aiona manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 00:24) Rhodes lands two jabs, but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 00:01) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Aiona is off-target with a jab but hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Showing off his great hand speed, Rhodes hits a nice four punch combination. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Rhodes, who looks out of breath, clinches up. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Rhodes took that round, 10-9 on my score card. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Aiona, the heavy favourite, would not have expected the first round to go like that; he looks a little dazed. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:51) Relentlessly walking down his opponent, Rhodes comes forward. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Aiona fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 04:51) Showing good hand speed, Rhodes lands a flurry of three punches and then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Rhodes moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Aiona into exchanging strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Aiona misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 04:26) Rhodes moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, but Aiona avoids a big left. (Rd 2 - 04:03) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:03) Rhodes dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right jab and a solid left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:51) Rhodes is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Walking down his opponent, Rhodes advances. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Rhodes steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Aiona. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Attacking with intent, Rhodes scores with one out of a flurry of four punches but Aiona avoids a big left. (Rd 2 - 03:14) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 2 - 02:54) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 2 - 02:38) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Aiona misses a right hook and gets countered with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a left hook to the ribs that doesn't land. (Rd 2 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Rhodes steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Aiona fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 02:11) Rhodes lands two jabs and then he catches Aiona with a left hook. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Rhodes attacks with strikes. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Aiona throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 01:51) Attacking with a quick flurry, Rhodes lands two of four punches and then he scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Relentless as ever, Rhodes comes forward. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Aiona misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 01:34) Attacking with a quick flurry, Rhodes lands three of five punches but Aiona evades a big left to the body. (Rd 2 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 01:00) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 01:00) Aiona slips past a left hook and counters with a wicked right head kick! (Rd 2 - 00:42) Rhodes is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 2 - 00:42) Aiona starts pounding away on Rhodes, looking to finish him off! (Rd 2 - 00:42) Aiona unloads with massive right hands and Rhodes is getting destroyed! (Rd 2 - 00:42) Referee Leo Behan jumps in and saves Rhodes from taking any more shots! (Rd 2 - 00:23) Duke Aiona takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Duke 'Nukem' Aiona defeats 'The Durban Badger' Schalk Rhodes (TKO (Strikes) in 4:37 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Duke Aiona praises his team at Team Desire, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. Ari "The Finnisher" Peltonen (28-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Helsinki, Finland, Favorite: -430) vs. John "The Ripper" Rivero (12-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Puerto Rico, Underdog: +340) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Peltonen fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Rivero with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:50) It looks like Rivero has been cut under the eye. (Rd 1 - 04:31) Peltonen lands a left jab, but misses when he attempts to go to the body after. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Rivero appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Peltonen took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Peltonen connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Peltonen lands a left hand and then catches Rivero with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Peltonen can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Rivero sets up a nice takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Peltonen almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Rivero holds the other. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Unable to complete the takedown, Rivero instead pushes Peltonen up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Peltonen is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free. (Rd 1 - 03:01) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further thirty seconds. (Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Using tight body-to-body control, Rivero is slowly wearing Peltonen down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him. (Rd 1 - 02:26) Thirty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 1 - 01:42) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Rivero. (Rd 1 - 01:42) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem. (Rd 1 - 01:42) We're back underway! (Rd 1 - 01:36) Peltonen moves in on Rivero, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Peltonen lands a jab and then hits Rivero with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Rivero may have been setting up to shoot, but Peltonen aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Peltonen lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Peltonen closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:07) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Rivero, but Peltonen was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 01:07) Peltonen can't connect with a jab, but then hits Rivero with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Peltonen looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:49) A jab hits home from Peltonen and then he hits a crunching straight right to the jaw! (Rd 1 - 00:49) Rivero is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 1 - 00:42) Peltonen knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Rivero, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 1 - 00:42) Peltonen pounds away on Rivero, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 1 - 00:31) Peltonen tries to ensnare Rivero in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 00:31) Rivero doesn't allow the kimura to be applied. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Peltonen blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Peltonen, but only a 10-9. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:47) Peltonen lands two left hands and then catches Rivero with a right hook to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Peltonen connects with a jab, but Rivero evades a big right to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:09) Peltonen is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Circling warily, Rivero is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Peltonen throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Rivero takes the chance and grabs Peltonen into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Rivero is looking to muscle Peltonen back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Peltonen ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:32) Rivero smothers Peltonen up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:32) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 2 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:28) Rivero looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Peltonen works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Rivero shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 02:06) He has the takedown! Peltonen pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 02:06) That's his first successful takedown of the fight. (Rd 2 - 01:58) Rivero looks to get past the guard. (Rd 2 - 01:58) He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt. (Rd 2 - 01:10) Peltonen pulls Rivero close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head. (Rd 2 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Rivero begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 00:58) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Peltonen starts a scramble for position. (Rd 2 - 00:44) Somehow, the scramble leaves Rivero under the north-south control of Peltonen. (Rd 2 - 00:30) Peltonen throws some elbows to the body, albeit with not much in the way of power. (Rd 2 - 00:16) Peltonen blocks Rivero as he tries to scramble. (Rd 2 - 00:08) Rivero takes a few elbows to the midsection, but there's not much behind them. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Rivero, 10-9. (Rd 2 - 00:00) By my reckoning we're dead level at 19-19. Round 3 (Rd 3 - 04:52) Rivero shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:52) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 3 - 04:42) Rivero pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 3 - 04:31) Peltonen tries to sweep Rivero but can't do it. (Rd 3 - 04:16) Rivero throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 3 - 03:46) Rivero blocks Peltonen as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 3 - 03:35) Rivero looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 3 - 03:35) Peltonen fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 3 - 03:23) Rivero ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble. (Rd 3 - 03:12) Time slips away as Peltonen successfully keeps Rivero stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Peltonen throws a few relatively weak right hands. (Rd 3 - 02:28) Rivero reaches up and tries to lock up an arm. (Rd 3 - 02:28) Peltonen blocks it. (Rd 3 - 01:53) Peltonen is looking really tired. (Rd 3 - 01:53) Peltonen keeps Rivero guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 3 - 01:34) Rivero applies double underhooks and keeps Peltonen from launching any attacks. (Rd 3 - 01:07) Rivero is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Peltonen off of him. (Rd 3 - 00:41) Peltonen lies on top of Rivero, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 00:01) With no progress being made, referee William Yeats brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three. (Rd 3 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Rivero. (Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Rivero up 29-28. Round 4 (Rd 4 - 04:49) Rivero, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 4 - 04:49) Peltonen fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw! (Rd 4 - 04:49) He's down! Rivero falls to the floor! (Rd 4 - 04:42) Peltonen quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Rivero! (Rd 4 - 04:42) Peltonen pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 4 - 04:42) From the looks of it, Peltonen may have hurt his hand quite badly while punching away. (Rd 4 - 04:42) A damaged hand will obviously cause Peltonen some major problems when it comes to striking. (Rd 4 - 04:31) Peltonen tries to pound on Rivero with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 4 - 04:14) Rivero struggles and gets half guard. (Rd 4 - 03:59) Peltonen tries to pound on Rivero, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 4 - 03:46) Rivero tries to get full guard on Peltonen but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 4 - 03:33) Peltonen begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. (Rd 4 - 03:33) Rivero was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 4 - 03:18) The scramble sees Rivero up first, and he is quick to wrestle Peltonen up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:58) Rivero shows great control, keeping Peltonen pressed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:58) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 4 - 01:57) An ugly but effective tactic, Rivero is pressing Peltonen up against the cage and slowly wearing him down. (Rd 4 - 01:57) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 4 - 00:43) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 4 - 00:43) Taking a few gulps of breath, Rivero is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 4 - 00:31) Peltonen moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 4 - 00:31) Peltonen throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 4 - 00:24) Peltonen looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 4 - 00:09) Peltonen fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 00:03) Rivero seizes the chance and grabs Peltonen into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Peltonen. (Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight. Round 5 (Rd 5 - 04:54) Peltonen throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 5 - 04:34) Peltonen lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 5 - 04:08) Rivero aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 5 - 04:08) Peltonen uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 5 - 03:56) Rivero seizes the chance and grabs Peltonen into a clinch. (Rd 5 - 03:47) Rivero looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 5 - 03:47) It's not pretty, but he forces Peltonen down to the ground and ends up holding him in a turtled up position. (Rd 5 - 03:36) Rivero looks to hit a knee strike, but Peltonen is back up too quickly. (Rd 5 - 03:24) Peltonen looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 5 - 03:24) Peltonen lands a left hand and then hits Rivero with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 03:03) Rivero aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 5 - 03:03) Peltonen can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 5 - 03:03) Rivero starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut under his eye. (Rd 5 - 02:47) Without taking too much damage, Rivero is able to clinch with Peltonen. (Rd 5 - 02:40) Rivero tries to wrestle Peltonen backward and up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:40) He does so and now has Peltonen pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 5 - 02:22) Showing his ability to exert control, Rivero smothers Peltonen up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 02:22) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 01:17) Rivero smothers Peltonen up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 01:17) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 5 - 00:09) Peltonen looks exhausted. (Rd 5 - 00:09) Rivero looks very tired out there. (Rd 5 - 00:09) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee William Yeats brings them back to the center. (Rd 5 - 00:04) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Rivero, 10-9 on my card. (Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Christina Shaw: 48-47 Peltonen. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Ian Rivers scores the contest as 48-47 to Rivero. (Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde has given 48-47 to Peltonen. (Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by split decision, is Ari 'The Finnisher' Peltonen! Official Result: Ari 'The Finnisher' Peltonen defeats John 'The Ripper' Rivero (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent. Post-Fight: Ari Peltonen name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Ari Peltonen celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. MAIN EVENT CTC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT VS. "The Beast of Birmingham" Rav Kapur (11-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Birmingham, England, Favorite: -820) vs. Vittorio Pescatelli (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Florence, Italy, Underdog: +650) Round 1 (Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats. (Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers. (Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 04:50) Kapur comes forward, walking down Pescatelli. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Kapur steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way. (Rd 1 - 04:50) A jab lands from Kapur but Pescatelli dodges a big right head kick follow-up. (Rd 1 - 04:22) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Kapur dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a left kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Kapur comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Pescatelli lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Kapur can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:43) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Kapur comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Kapur is now in the pocket. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Kapur uses a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Kapur can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Kapur comes forward. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Kapur avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Kapur moves in behind three quick punches, one of them finding a home, and then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 02:19) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Kapur comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Pescatelli throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Kapur lands a left hand and then he catches Pescatelli with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:45) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 01:15) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Kapur attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Pescatelli scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Kapur lands a left jab but Pescatelli dodges a big right head kick follow-up. (Rd 1 - 00:36) It looked like we were about to see Pescatelli try and get some grappling started, but Kapur was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Kapur can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Pescatelli with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Kapur looks like he may have broken his hand with that last punch. (Rd 1 - 00:36) If it's a break, that's really going to affect his striking ability dramatically. (Rd 1 - 00:24) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Kapur. Round 2 (Rd 2 - 04:50) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:50) Pescatelli misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right head kick. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Pescatelli covers up, retreating until pressed against the cage...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt! (Rd 2 - 04:37) Pescatelli gets floored with a huge right head kick...and is out! (Rd 2 - 04:22) By knock out, the winner is Rav Kapur! Official Result: 'The Beast Of Birmingham' Rav Kapur defeats Vittorio Pescatelli (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:38 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good. Post-Fight: Rav Kapur thanks everyone connected to London Kick Boxing Academy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Showing respect, Rav Kapur praises Pescatelli for his skill and toughness. Attendance: 23 Gate Reciepts: $2,378 Sponsorship: $25,559 Ad Revenue: $36,298 Merchandise: $4,245 Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $182,220) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Rav Kapur $32,000 Vittorio Pescatelli $11,920 FotN: Both: $10,000 KotN: Kapur: $5,000 Ari Peltonen $15,300 John Rivero $2,520 Duke Aiona $5,780 Schalk Rhodes $1,680 Giovanni de Matos $7,890 Gary Sampson $10,800 Perf: de Matos: $5,000 Bunjiro Sammiya $6,870 Wilson Franklyn $2,880 Perf: Sammiya: $5,000 Aleksander Ivanov $9,250 Daigo Kitaguchi $1,560 SotN: Ivanov: $5,000 Mugur Boc $3,910 Guy Broom $2,040 Toshiya Furube $2,720 Bernard Alfredson $1,680 Fatuma Roy $6,120 Aljur Paras $1,920 Tyke Milligan $2,720 Fletcher Merman $3,000 Bronson Berle $1,500 Stanislaw Lipnicki $2,200 Eien Kawano $5,100 Henry Hooper $110 Bast Moulke $7,250 Oscar Gomez $7,200 Perf: Both: $5,000 Nimrod Wickhammersley $2,250 Kirk Purchase $1,400 Scotty Arnsson $2,400 Constantin Burlacu $1,400 Harv Dennis $2,400 Jesse Singh $1,500 Sly Twinge $2,400 Otto Renner $1,400 Lee Chavis $2,400 Michael Petkovic $1,500 Kieran Morgan $2,250 Sahan Ozbek $1,400 Jozef Jankowski $2,400 Mathieu Aumont $1,200 Drug Testing: $22,520 Production: $21,039 Profit: $-157,299 Critical Rating: 67% Commercial Rating: 51% Popularity Changes Region Popularity Change Popularity After Show Canada -1.0% 79.5% (High Level Regional) USA -0.8% 85.7% (High Level Regional) UK +2.0% 76.2% (High Level Regional) Europe +1.2% 48.8% (Mid Level Regional) Australia +0.8% 61.6% (Mid Level Regional) Japan +2.8% 61.5% (Mid Level Regional) Asia +1.0% 56.4% (Mid Level Regional) Russia +0.7% 47.3% (Mid Level Regional) Mexico +1.0% 55.9% (Mid Level Regional) South America Unchanged 71.8% (High Level Regional) Central America +0.6% 57.7% (Mid Level Regional) Africa +1.0% 28.0% (Low Level Regional) News - The following fighters have been released from the company following their elimination from the tournament: Vittorio Pescatelli, John Rivero, Schalk Rhodes, Gary Sampson, Wilson Franklyn, Daigo Kitaguchi, Guy Broom, Bernard Alfredson, Aljur Paras, Fletcher Merman, Stanislaw Lipnicki, Henry Hooper, Oscar Gomez, Kirk Purchase, Constantin Burlacu, Jesse Singh, Otto Renner, Michael Petkovic, Sahan Ozbek, and Mathieu Aumont. - Ari Peltonen suffered a broken wrist in his victory over John Rivero, and will miss two weeks of training. It shouldn't effect his ability to continue in the tournament. - Rav Kapur suffered broken fingers in his victory over Vittorio Pescatelli, and will miss two weeks of training. It shouldn't effect his ability to continue in the tournament. TOURNAMENT BRACKET Other Promotions Shows None Predictions None

Friday, Week 4, June 2002 MAIN EVENT CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Beast of Birmingham" Rav Kapur (11-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #9, Favorite: -820) vs. Vittorio Pescatelli (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #120, Underdog: +650) Rav Kapur is an enormously powerful kick boxer, who burst onto the scene with BCF with a string of devastating knock out wins and quickly became one of the most talked about Heavyweights in MMA. He destroyed the veteran Stafford Alois in the main event of BCF's first TV special to capture his first title, a win that got him huge publicity. He defended the title successfully once before heading overseas to GAMMA in 2000. His first defeat, to Gladstone Lopes in January 2001, has provided the first speed bump in his career. He bounced back however in his last fight, winning a Unanimous Decision over Fatuma Roy. Vittorio Pescatelli is a powerful wrestler, who is extremely tough to deal with once he has hold of his opponent. Generally his strength is too much to handle and he will soon have the takedown and be looking to land some of his nasty ground and pound. CO-MAIN EVENT CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ari "The Finnisher" Peltonen (28-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #8, Favorite: -430) vs. John "The Ripper" Rivero (12-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #121, Underdog: +340) Ari Peltonen is one of the most successful and well-rounded Heavyweight competitors in the world. A tough veteran from Finland, who is a master of grinding down opponents, breaking their will, and eventually putting them away. Notoriously hard to finish, he was one of the first to use "Anti-Jiu-Jitsu" to keep himself out of trouble on the ground. He is one a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Murilo Satinho in ALPHA-1. John Rivero is one of Puerto Rico's few MMA exports, a big, explosively powerful fighter who uses his Sambo background to great effect. Debuting for GAMMA in 1996, he stormed all the way to a title shot at GAMMA 16 but was ultimately defeated by Spencer Rubenstein. That loss really seemed to break Rivero psychologically, as he went 0-4 over his next four fights and was cut from the roster. Notorious for his difficulty in making weight, Rivero has moved up to Heavyweight since leaving GAMMA. MAIN CARD CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Duke "Nukem" Aiona (15-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #17, Favorite: -640) vs. "The Durban Badger" Schalk Rhodes (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #112, Underdog: +510) Duke Aiona is kick boxer from Hawaii, a strong competitor who is notorious for his big high kicks. Always in great shape, he is a difficult fighter to stop. A stalwart of the GAMMA Heavyweight division, by far the highest point of his career thus far was when he unsuccessfully challenged James Foster for the title at GAMMA 23, but for the most part he is simply a solid middle of the pack fighter. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Tim Boyer at GAMMA 46. Schalk Rhodes is a tenacious fighter who uses his boxing background to good effect. He is one of the few fighters who call South Africa home. His ring style is very intense, peppering opponents with a constant barrage of punches, and he rarely takes a step back. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Pitbull" Gary Sampson (18-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #40, Favorite: -460) vs. Giovanni de Matos (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #89, Underdog: +360) Gary Sampson is a veteran tough guy who has big powerful hands which he likes to throw with evil intentions. A Heavyweight for most of his career in 1999 he was a coach opposite Nobert Vinkus on the first season of Clash of the Titans, a reality show designed to launch GAMMA's Super Heavyweight Division. Sampson beat Vinkus when they faced off at the Finals, but lost to season winner Davey Rushton at GAMMA 37 in the subsequent title fight, and after losing two further fights, including his last fight, a Unanimous Decision loss to Irwin Middleton, he is dropping back down to Heavyweight for this tournament. Giovanni de Matos is a striker who is well known for his devastating leg kicks. He is a formidable opponent when it comes to stand-up battles. His ground game is fairly weak however, although he has enough skill to defend himself well. CTC Heavyweight CHampionship Tournament First Round Bout: "Silent But Violent" Wilson Franklyn (9-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #24, Favorite: -620) vs. "The Stunner" Bunjiro Sammiya (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #105, Underdog: +490) Wilson Franklyn is a menacing former bouncer, and one of the most intimidating Heavyweights around. Strong and very tough, most of his offence revolves around loading up and letting his hands fly although he does have a very underrated clinch game as well. After going 9-1 on the local scene, GAMMA brought him in to take part in the Clash of the Titans reality show. He made it to the final, only to lose out to Sam Hoynes. Bunjiro Sammiya is a big Japanese fighter who is looking to make an impression on the Heavyweight rankings. A wrestler in college, he uses his skill at controlling opponents as the basis of his MMA game. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Great Bear" Aleksander Ivanov (11-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #13, Favorite: -1200) vs. Daigo Kitaguchi (9-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #116, Underdog: +950) Aleksander Ivanov is one of the top Heavyweights in Europe, and has superb grappling skills due to his Sambo background and is also dangerous at stand-up due to his natural power. A two-time SIGMA Heavyweight champion, he was the cornerstone of that division. His last fight was a second round knock out victory over Mugur Boc to win the SIGMA Heavyweight title. Daigo Kitaguchi is a low level Japanese fighter who primarily appears on regional shows. He is a wrestler by trade and doesn't really have a lot else to offer other than his grappling skills. His striking is poor and his chin weak, a recipe for disaster in a Heavyweight division populated by monsters and killers. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Crusher" Mugur Boc (10-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #41, Favorite: -540) vs. "Boom Boom" Guy Broom (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #88, Underdog: +430) Mugur Boc is Moldova's top MMA star, a tall and powerfully built Heavyweight. A great grappler, he is extraordinarily hard to take down despite his high center of gravity and seems to find it no difficulty at all to take down others at will. His submissions, especially his trademark leg locks, are deadly. Boc is best known for his time with SIGMA, where he is perenially one of their top ranked Heavyweights. He is coming off a second round knock out loss to Aleksander Ivanov in a SIGMA Heavyweight title bout. Guy Broom is a wrestler who uses his size as a weapon. He got the nickname "Boom Boom" because of the way he rains down bombs once he's on top, his preferred way of finishing fights. He probably lacks the striking ability to be a truly spectacular Heavyweight, but he'll certainly pose problems for many other fighters. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Toshiya Furube (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #33, Favorite: -400) vs. "Big" Bernard Alfredson (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #96, Underdog: +310) Toshiya Furube is a monster Heavyweight from Japan, and a former Sumo competitor. His size alone makes him a difficult fighter to deal with, but his lacks of basic striking or submission defence means that he is always vulnerable to getting beaten. "Big" Bernard Alfredson is a massive human being who loves to bully opponents with his frightening physical strength. He's very one-dimensional and has absolutely no plan B to fall back on, but that doesn't make him any less scary to stand across the cage from. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Chief" Fatuma Roy (23-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #16, Favorite: -1200) vs. Aljur Paras (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #113, Underdog: +950) Fatuma Roy is a big tough Samoan, who was a fine wrestler in college but when it comes to MMA he seems to prefer standing and trading strikes. His natural power and ability to take a punch make up for his lack of technique. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Rav Kapur at GAMMA 47. Aljur Paras is a decent Muay Thai fighter from the Philippines who loves to stand and bang it out with opponents. Always in fantastic physical condition, he has the strength and cardio to outpower and outlast whoever is unfortunate enough to be across the cage from him. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Tyke "No Nonsense" Milligan (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #49, Favorite: -160) vs. Fletcher "The Drummer" Merman (13-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #80, Underdog: +120) Tyke Milligan is a hard-nosed wrestler who is an expert at turning fights into wars of attrition, pinning his opponents to the cage wall and dirty boxing them. It's not pretty, but it's hard to stop. The big man racked up a 7-0 record on the local scene while still only training part time, and that attracted BCF's attention. They signed him in 2001, allowing him to quit his job as a fireman and turn fully professional. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Linton Renn in his BCF debut. Fletcher Merman is a decent hard-hitting fighter, who can wrestle or strike. He may not be the best competitor in MMA, but he is a Heavyweight who can not be underestimated. PRELIMINARY CARD CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Stanislaw "Big Daddy" Lipnicki (16-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #52, Favorite: -880) vs. "The Master of Disaster" Bronson Berle (5-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #77, Underdog: +700) Stanislaw Lipnicki is a true Heavyweight, who likes to use the combination of his smothering wrestling and physical bulk to control opponents on the ground or against the ropes, getting most of his victories via the judges scorecards. He has been a SIGMA regular since 1998 but has never really managed to string together enough wins in a row to really make a case for being a major player. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Alexandre Montador in SIGMA. Bronson Berle is a Heavyweight wrestler from Boston. Known as one of the most boring fighters around, he seems to enjoy spoiling everyones night via his dull smothering tactics. Fortunately he is so poor at striking that most opponents can finish him relatively quickly and so avoid putting the audience to sleep. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Eien "Sumo" Kawano (6-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #29, Favorite: -670) vs. "The BFG" Henry Hooper (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #100, Underdog: +530) Eien Kawano is a popular Sumo competitor in Japan, a good wrestler who is able to use his natural bulk and balance to control opponents. Very hard to take down, he'd be a huge force if only he didn't have such poor stand-up. He has been a regular with ALPHA-1's Heavyweight division for many years, although he has never even been close to cracking the top ten. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Kozue Amori in ALPHA-1. Henry Hooper, affectionately known as "The BFG", is a grappler from the north of England. A jovial person outside the cage, once inside it he's a true competitor and gives everything in pursuit of victory. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Hands of Stone" Oscar Gomez (13-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Underdog: +270) vs. Bast Moulke (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Favorite: -340) Oscar Gomez is a power puncher, who is a problem as long as he is on his feet and able to let his hands fly, but is sorely lacking in the rest of his MMA game and therefore vulnerable to more well rounded opponents. Bast Moulke is a powerful wrestler from Germany. Known for his excellent takedowns and oppressive top control, if he can develope his striking game to make use of his natural power then he will be a very good fighter indeed. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kirk Purchase (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #32, Underdog: +180) vs. Nimrod "The Tall Guy" Wickhammersley (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #97, Favorite: -230) Kirk Purchase is a Muay Thai specialist known for his knee strikes. Having gotten a perfect 7-0 record on the local scene, Purchase was hired by GAMMA to be part of the second season of Clash of the Titans. He was eliminated in the first round when Wilson Franklyn knocked him out cold. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Harv Dennis in GAMMA. Nimrod Wickhammersley is a 6'6" Heavyweight from England who turned pro in 1999. His long reach makes him dangerous in a striking battle, but in truth he lacks the power in his hands or feet that would make him a truly dangerous opponent. A solid pro, he has made great strides in improving his grappling and ground game since his debut. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Constantin Burlacu (5-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #57, Favorite: -370) vs. Scotty Arnsson (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #72, Underdog: +290) Constantin Burlacu is a Romanian kick boxer, who is noted for his fast hands and powerful leg kicks. A standout on the European circuit, where his first five fights brought him five victories by TKO, BCF signed him to be part of their Heavyweight division in 2001. Unfortunately for him, his debut was a poor one as he lost by third round submission to Michael Bannon. Scotty Arnsson is a big Heavyweight, who likes to get in close so that he can use his massive size to control opponents and wear them down. Once he has a hold of you, he is difficult to shift. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Horrible" Harv Dennis (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #25, Favorite: -440) vs. Jesse "The Spartan" Singh (18-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #104, +350) Harv Dennis is relatively short but extremely solidly built, who is very hard to take off his feet due to his body weight and type. A hard puncher, he isn't the most technically skilled fighter in the world but his raw power makes him a feared opponent. A cast member on the second season of GAMMA's Clash of the Titans, he went out in the quarter-finals to Wilson Franklyn. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Kirk Purchase in GAMMA. Jesse Singh is a fairly average Heavyweight from London, who is a decent striker with a good chin, but ultimately is too one-dimensional and plodding to trouble the bigger names at the weight class. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Sly "Bully Boy" Twinge (10-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Favorite: -610) vs. "The Emperor" Otto Renner (9-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #68, Underdog: +480) Sly Twinge is a dangerous Heavyweight from Denver, who is widely regarded as one of the physically strongest men in MMA and he uses that power to bully his opponents around. A capable striker who has the ability to end fights with one punch, his big weakness is his poor ground game. Otto Renner is a short, powerful Heavyweight fighter. He is a wrestler whose usual gameplan is to get his opponent off their feet and onto their back, then alternate between suffocating top control and raining down ground and pound. He could do with a lot of work on his stand-up, but that doesn't appear to be a major concern of his as it really hasn't improved at all since his debut several years ago. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Michael Petkovic (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Underdog: +270) vs. Lee "War Eagle" Chavis (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #93, Favorite: -340) Michael Petkovic is a Bosnian-American 6'9" kick boxer whose enormous reach gives him a major advantage over most opponents. After impressing in his first few fights on the local scene, Petkovic was signed by GAMMA to be part of the second season of Clash of the Titans. He made it to the quarter-finals before being outpointed by Joey Baddell. Lee Chavis is a well-rounded fighter from Scottsdale, Arizona. Primarily a good wrestler with some decent submission skills, what makes him truly dangerous is the fact that he also has heavy hands, meaning that opponents are in danger wherever the fight ends up. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Sahan Ozbek (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #56, Underdog: -110) vs. Kieran "The Dragon" Morgan (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #73, Favorite: -140) Sahan Ozbek is a big, powerful Heavyweight from Turkey, who is primarily a wrestler who is able to take people down and smother them with his bulk. He cannot be taken lightly in stand-up battles either though, as he has a fair bit of power in his hands and has knocked out people in the past. He joined SIGMA in 2001 as part of the rebuilding of their Heavyweight division. He is coming off a Unanaimous Decision victory over Murray Darby in SIGMA. Kieran Morgan is a Welsh fighter, who is a catch wrestler who fights at Heavyweight. Adept at using his strength to impose his will on opponents, and possessing a pair of heavy hands that can do serious damage, his big weakness is that he has very little technique when it comes to striking and so can be picked apart on the feet. CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Jozef "Pole Axe" Jankowski (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Favorite: -270) vs. Mathieu Aumont (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #81, Underdog: +210) Jozef Jankowski is a Heavyweight kick boxer, who hits very hard and very often and can be simply devastating if given the opportunity to open up on an opponent. The rest of his MMA game does not yet match up with his striking, but he has time to improve. After a perfect 6-0 record on the local European circuit, the Pole Axe joined SIGMA in March 2001. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Zhenya Golob in SIGMA. Mathieu Aumont is one of France's big hopes for a Heavyweight star. A former Judo player who boasts excellent takedowns, some nifty submissions, and heavy hands. If handled correctly, and if he can avoid injury, Aumont could be a real star of the future. Weigh-In Results Rav Kapur (265 lbs) vs. Vittorio Pescatelli (252 lbs) Ari Peltonen (236 lbs) vs. John Rivero (236 lbs) Duke Aiona (238 lbs) vs. Schalk Rhodes (239 lbs) Gary Sampson (265 lbs) vs. Giovanni de Matos (238 lbs) Wilson Franklyn (250 lbs) vs. Bunjiro Sammiya (238 lbs) Aleksander Ivanov (252 lbs) vs. Daigo Kitaguchi (242 lbs) Mugur Boc (265 lbs) vs. Guy Broom (265 lbs) Toshiya Furube (265 lbs) vs. Bernard Alfredson (247 lbs) Fatuma Roy (236 lbs) vs. Aljur Paras (252 lbs) Tyke Mulligan (250 lbs) vs. Fletcher Merman (248 lbs) Stanislaw Lipnicki (252 lbs) vs. Bronson Berle (241 lbs) Eien Kawano (251 lbs) vs. Henry Hooper (265 lbs) Oscar Gomez (244 lbs) vs. Bast Moulke (252 lbs) Kirk Purchase (248 lbs) vs. Nimrod Wickhammersley (242 lbs) Constantin Burlacu (253 lbs) vs. Scotty Arnsson (246 lbs) Harv Dennis (249 lbs) vs. Jesse Singh (237 lbs) Sly Twinge (252 lbs) vs. Otto Renner (241 lbs) Michael Petkovic (251 lbs) vs. Lee Chavis (244 lbs) Sahan Ozbek (265 lbs) vs. Kieran Morgan (243 lbs) Jozef Jankowski (249 lbs) vs. Mathieu Aumont (254 lbs) TOURNAMENT BRACKET Canadian Tournament Combat 33 Full Fight Card HW: Rav Kapur vs. Vittorio Pescatelli HW: Ari Peltonen vs. John Rivero HW: Duke Aiona vs. Schalk Rhodes HW: Gary Sampson vs. Giovanni de Matos HW: Wilson Franklyn vs. Bunjiro Sammiya HW: Aleksander Ivanov vs. Daigo Kitaguchi HW: Mugur Boc vs. Guy Broom HW: Toshiya Furube vs. Bernard Alfredson HW: Fatuma Roy vs. Aljur Paras HW: Tyke Milligan vs. Fletcher Merman HW: Stanislaw Lipnicki vs. Bronson Berle HW: Eien Kawano vs. Henry Hooper HW: Oscar Gomez vs. Bast Moulke HW: Kirk Purchase vs. Nimrod Wickhammersley HW: Constantin Burlacu vs. Scotty Arnsson HW: Harv Dennis vs. Jesse Singh HW: Sly Twinge vs. Otto Renner HW: Michael Petkovic vs. Lee Chavis HW: Sahan Ozbek vs. Kieran Morgan HW: Jozef Jankowski vs. Mathieu Aumont