PURE Fighting Championships: 21st Century Vale Tudo

wekka · August 18, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 56th Battle @ Philips Arena (13,424) http://www.natarem.com/images/ufc-88/ufc-88-arena.JPG http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-omfaFljiD8s/T5sM33NmeaI/AAAAAAAAADs/gXbSqsb0y0g/s640/424779_10150698500030021_503040020_11549000_1991968209_n.jpg AXStv Preliminary Card: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>First Encounter: Koji Ando x E.J. Brooks Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >They both meet with strikes, but neither does any damage. >Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either. >Several big right hands miss, setting Ando up to counter-strike with a clean jab. >Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither hits a telling strike. >They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage. >A right hand misses, allowing Brooks to counter with a stinging left jab. >Ando comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Ando can't get past the sprawl of Brooks, and finds himself pushed face-down to the ground. >Ando cannot stop himself being rolled and secured in side control. >Brooks tries to get into the mount position. >He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt. >Brooks blocks Ando as he tries a sweep from side control. >Brooks pounds away from side control, but Ando isn't troubled by the strikes. >Ando tries to sweep Brooks but can't. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Brooks unloads with some big right hands, but Ando deals with them comfortably. >Ando tries a sweep from the bottom of side control, but doesn't budge Brooks. >In side control, Brooks begins working to get a mount. >Brooks isn't able to mount Ando this time around. >Brooks blocks an attempted sweep. >With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. >A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate. >Brooks backs away from Ando, creating some space between them. >Ando moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Ando steps back to avoid a left jab. >Brooks steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >Not letting up, Ando quickly steps in closer to attack Brooks. >Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either. >In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch. >Brooks smothers Ando when he tries to use some dirty boxing, and gains the upper hand in the grapple as a result. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Using his wrestling skills, Brooks is trying to push Ando up against the ropes. >Brooks achieves it, pinning Ando to the ropes. >Brooks looks for a knee strike, but Ando out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Advancing, Ando counters a left jab by using a stinging right jab. >Ando shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Ando can't get past the sprawl of Brooks, and finds himself pushed face-down to the ground. >Brooks rolls the turtled Ando over and secures side control. >Brooks begins trying to get himself into mount. >He can't mount Ando. >Ando tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. >Brooks attempts to move to mount. >He can't quite manage to get to mount on this attempt. >Ando tries to sweep Brooks but can't do it. >Brooks throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. >Ando tries to pull guard on Brooks but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. >Brooks attempts to move to mount. >Ando doesn't let Brooks get the mount, and so he remains at side control. >Brooks blocks Ando as he tries a transition to guard. >Brooks starts trying to work to use side control as a way to get behind Ando. >He can't take the back. >Ando tries a sweep from the bottom of side control, but doesn't budge Brooks. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. >Ando moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Emanuel Brooks doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Ando counters a left jab by hitting a right jab to the cheek. >A couple of wild haymakers are used to set up a takedown attempt from Ando. >Brooks sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >Ando doesn't get the takedown, Brooks avoided it. >Ando bobs and weaves. >Not letting Ando settle at all, Brooks comes in closer. >Ando slips past a left jab and counters with a nice jab. >Ando shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Brooks sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Ando down to the ground into a type of turtle position. >Koji Ando doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Ando is rolled over onto his back, where Brooks secures side control. >Brooks pounds away with elbows, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Ando has good control from the bottom of side control. >Ando tries to sweep Brooks but can't. >Brooks tries to get into the mount position. >Brooks struggles but cannot mount Ando. >Emanuel Brooks looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Brooks blocks an attempt to pull guard. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Brooks fires away with big punches, but Ando covers up and doesn't take any undue damage. >Brooks blocks Ando as he tries a transition to guard. >The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. >The official decisions are being reported now. >All three judges give the result in favour of Brooks. >Brooks wins by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Emanuel 'The Pretty Boy' Brooks defeats Koji 'The Commander' Ando (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Second Encounter: Robert Burneika x David Oliva Round 1: >We are underway! >Burneika isn't drawn in by Oliva feinting to his left. >Oliva gets suckered in to stepping forward, and has to step back sharply to avoid an enormous knock out right. >Burneika slips past a left jab and fires back with a body kick. >Burneika isn't drawn in by Oliva feinting to his left. >Oliva avoids a flurry of punches. >A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Oliva. >Burneika tries to strike first with a solid right hook, but isn't quick enough. >The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Burneika pulling guard. >Oliva smothers Burneika with his body by pushing forward and down. >Oliva pounds away from the guard, but Burneika isn't troubled by the strikes. >Oliva feels Burneika prepare to scramble for position and makes sure it doesn't happen. >Oliva pounds away from the guard, but Burneika isn't troubled by the strikes. >Burneika gets the double underhooks in and pulls Oliva close, controlling him well. >Oliva starts trying to work to get past the guard. >Oliva struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard. >Burneika tries to catch Oliva with a punch, but it is not on target. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Oliva throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. >Burneika works some separation, and Oliva ends up standing looking down at him. >Oliva tries to secure a ground position. >Oliva dives in, but Burneika pushes him away and starts to scramble. >The scramble results in Burneika being on his back pulling guard. >Oliva looks to pass guard and get side control. >Burneika keeps Oliva in guard. >Burneika tries to pull Oliva in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. >Oliva starts trying to work to get past the guard. >He can't find a way past the guard. >Oliva gets pushed away, and ends up standing over Burneika, who is on his back. >Oliva hovers, wary of up-kicks, then darts in to hit a right hand before retreating again. >Oliva looks to get on top of Burneika. >Burneika is too quick, slipping away from Oliva and starting to scramble. >Neither fighter can gain an advantage in the scramble, and they both end up on their feet. >Oliva looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Burneika. >Oliva is surprised by a big countering right hook, but he avoids it at the last second. >Burneika looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >He gets into range. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Burneika lets a jab sail wide and counter-strikes with a straight left. >Burneika throws a left jab but Oliva uses good head movement to make sure it slips by. >Oliva comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Burneika. >Burneika keeps himself moving out of range, not wanting to grapple. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >Judging from what we heard from his corner, Oliva is looking to avoid strikes and take it to the ground in this round. >Oliva drops his shoulder as a feint, trying to draw a strike. >A flurry of punches miss Oliva and allow him to counter-strike with a left. >Oliva avoids a jab. >Breathing very hard, Robert Burneika is looking ragged. >Oliva moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Slowed down by physical tiredness, Burneika still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Burneika and Oliva get closer, both looking eager to engage at close range. >Oliva comes in, looking for a quick double leg takedown from close range. >Burneika stuffs the takedown attempt. >Burneika glances a strike off the side of the shoulder. >Oliva steps in closer to force the issue. >Oliva feints an attack, keeping Burneika on his toes. >Oliva comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >The takedown doesn't work, Burneika stuffed it. >Despite being tired, Burneika looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Oliva. >Keen to maintain some distance, Oliva uses strikes to keep Burneika away. >Slowed down by physical tiredness, Burneika still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket. >He gets into range. >Oliva uses head movement to dodge a jab, and counters with a nice jab. >Slipping past a left jab, Oliva hits a stinging jab. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Using head movement, Burneika slips past a left jab and counters with a clean punch. >Oliva uses head movement to avoid a left jab. >Burneika throws a barrage of big punches but Oliva covers up safely. >Robert Burneika looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Burneika lets a jab sail wide and counter-strikes with a right hook to the body. >Oliva ducks under a huge right cross and counter-strikes with a solid left jab. >Oliva tries for a left jab but Burneika uses head movement to avoid it. >Oliva covers up, absorbing a flurry of punches. >Oliva backs away from Burneika, creating some space between them. >Oliva throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Burneika tries to avoid the takedown. >Oliva can't get the takedown, Burneika was too quick to back away. >Although visibly tired, Burneika looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Strikes from Oliva keep Burneika from stepping in too close. >Oliva gets Burneika with a nice jab. >Burneika avoids a quick jab and hits a stinging left jab. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Moving in closer, Oliva looks like he may want to wrestle Burneika. >Oliva grabs Burneika and pulls him into a grapple. >David Oliva doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Oliva is trying to muscle Burneika up against the ropes. >Oliva can't move Burneika at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. >Robert Burneika looks totally gassed. >The time expires on round two, and that is the end of the fight. >Here come the official decisions. >Judge #1 has Oliva as the winner. >Judge #2 has given Burneika the win. >Judge #3 has given Burneika the win. >So the winner, by split decision, is Robert 'Hardkorowy Koksu' Burneika! >Official Result: Robert 'Hardkorowy Koksu' Burneika defeats David 'The Mayan Assassin' Oliva (Split Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Third Encounter: Azunna Anyanwu x Chris Barnett Round 1: >We are underway! >Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage. >From the missed strikes they clinch. >Barnett tries to wriggle free, but Anyanwu controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. >Barnett looks to get some strikes in, but Anyanwu seizes the moment and wrestles his way into control of the grapple. >Anyanwu hits Barnett with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. >The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other. >Moving in closer, Anyanwu looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Barnett is too quick, and manages to hit Anyanwu with a good clean left jab. >Barnett looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Barnett is now standing in the pocket. >Anyanwu slips past a straight punch and then hits a series of heavy rights! >Retreating, Barnett looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! >Anyanwu tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but it misses. >Anyanwu is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Barnett. >Anyanwu eats a stiff counter right hook and is down hard! >Barnett quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Anyanwu! >Barnett pounds away, landing several good shots in the process. >The strikes are stopped when Anyanwu manages to pull Barnett down into side control. >Barnett throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. >Anyanwu tries to sweep Barnett but can't. >Barnett tries to get into the mount position. >Anyanwu keeps Barnett at side control, not letting the mount happen. >Anyanwu tries a sweep from the bottom of side control, but doesn't budge Barnett. >Barnett punches down at Anyanwu, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >We move into the second half of this round. >Barnett keeps Anyanwu guessing with a few quick strikes. >Anyanwu tries a sweep, but only manages to move Barnett from side control to north-south position. >Barnett pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them. >Anyanwu tries to scramble out from underneath Barnett, but is held firmly in place. >Breathing very hard, Azunna Anyanwu is looking ragged. >Barnett changes position, moving to side control in one fluid motion. >Barnett is trying to move from side control to mount. >Anyanwu doesn't let Barnett get the mount, and so he remains at side control. >Anyanwu attempts to get some separation in order to try to stand, but can't. >Barnett fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. >In side control, Barnett throws a couple of punches designed to keep Anyanwu guessing. >Barnett begins trying to get himself into mount. >Barnett struggles but cannot mount Anyanwu. >Anyanwu tries to sweep Barnett but can't. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. >Barnett hits a flurry of quick punches. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >And here we go, round two! >Judging from what we heard from his corner, Anyanwu is looking to get the fight to the ground ASAP. >They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage. >An errant jab sets Barnett up to counter-strike with a hard kick across the side. >A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning. >Chris Barnett looks very tired out there. >A couple of ragged punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from a visibly tired Anyanwu. >Barnett tries to avoid Anyanwu. >The takedown doesn't work, Barnett saw it coming and got out of range. >Anyanwu throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage. >Barnett comes in closer to press the issue. >Barnett comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket. >Barnett is now standing in the pocket. >A left jab misses, Barnett counters with a series of quick punches. >Anyanwu sees a right kick coming and strikes first with a crisp left jab. >Anyanwu avoids a scorching uppercut and come back with a nice jab. >From the pocket, Anyanwu catches Barnett with a crisp jab. >Slipping past a powerful straight right, Barnett counters with a series of quick punches. >Azunna Anyanwu looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. >Anyanwu uses head movement to go under a wild swing and counter-strike with a solid left jab. >Chris Barnett seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >Anyanwu uses head movement to go under a wild swing and counter-strike with a clean left jab. >Anyanwu lands a crisp jab. >Barnett dodges a jab, and fires back with a right hook to the body. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Showing good head movement, Anyanwu slips past a flurry of strikes. >Anyanwu lands a crisp jab. >Seeing a right kick to the body coming, Anyanwu leans in and strikes with a stinging jab. >Working from in the pocket, Anyanwu catches Barnett with a solid left jab. >From the pocket Anyanwu fires off a barrage of big punches to the head and body, knocking Barnett down! >Barnett, stunned, manages to pull half guard on Anyanwu as he dives in. >Anyanwu begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. >Barnett keeps his half guard secure. >Barnett gets some separation and tries to scramble for position. >He may regret that choice, as it gives Anyanwu the perfect opportunity to get side control. >Azunna Anyanwu looks exhausted. >Anyanwu tries to slip behind and take the back. >Barnett tries to escape but only succeeds in giving up his back! >Anyanwu tries to lock Barnett in an armbar. >Anyanwu rolls to try and get the armbar, but Barnett pulls free and easily secures side control. >Chris Barnett looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. >Barnett stands up and backs off, letting Anyanwu stand up as well. >Barnett avoids a jab and scores with a quick left. >Anyanwu swings for the fences with some lethargic-looking haymakers, then chooses to shoot in on Barnett. >Barnett tries to avoid the takedown. >Anyanwu can't get the takedown, Barnett was too quick to back away. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Anyanwu narrowly misses Barnett with a right uppercut. >Barnett quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >Anyanwu avoids a couple of wild swings. >Anyanwu misses with an attempted right hook to the body. >Barnett steps in to put some pressure on. >The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. >Here come the official decisions. >Judge #1 gives the result in favour of Barnett. >Judge #2 has Anyanwu as the winner. >Judge #3 has Anyanwu as the winner. >Making Azunna 'Zulu' Anyanwu the winner by split decision! >Official Result: Azunna 'Zulu' Anyanwu defeats Chris 'Beast Boy' Barnett (Split Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Fourth Encounter: Nick Gaston x Sokoudjou Round 1: >We are underway! >A big right hand doesn't find its intended target, allowing Sokoudjou to fire back with a nasty-looking kick to the inside of the left knee. >Gaston waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a number of huge rights, Sokoudjou is trapped up against the ropes with no way out! >Sokoudjou falls to the ground! Gaston continues to pound away, sensing victory! >Sokoudjou is taking a lot of shots, the referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! >Nick 'Afrozilla' Gaston takes the win by TKO! >Post-Fight: Sokoudjou says that he was not happy with how his training for this fight went, and says that contributed to the loss. >Official Result: Nick 'Afrozilla' Gaston defeats 'The African Assassin' Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou (TKO (Strikes) in 0:49 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> PPV Main Card: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Opening Bout: Dan Lauzon x James Edson Berto Round 1: >We are underway! >Lauzon tries for a right body kick but Berto moves out of range. >Berto slips out of the way of a combination of short sharp punches. >Berto feints rushing in, but Lauzon doesn't fall for it. >Berto sneaks a glance at his corner. >Lauzon doesn't let Berto settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Berto moves out of range of a tidy combination of punches. >Berto throws out a quick left jab. >Not letting Berto settle at all, Lauzon comes in closer. >Berto steps back to avoid a left jab. >Berto steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >Lauzon presses in closer to attack. >Lauzon comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >The takedown is completed, but Berto is on his back less than a few seconds; spinning out and away, he quickly gets back up. >Berto glances a strike off the side of the shoulder. >Lauzon presses in closer to attack. >Lauzon looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Berto. >Standing his ground, Berto looks happy to engage Lauzon in the pocket. >Berto tries for a left jab but Lauzon uses head movement to avoid it. >A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate. >Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched. >Berto and Lauzon break the grapple and are apart again, circling. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores. >They wind up in a tight clinch. >Berto and Lauzon break the grapple and are apart again, circling. >Berto circles as he plans his next move. >Lauzon presses in closer to attack. >Berto steps back to avoid a one-two combination. >Berto misses with an attempted right hook to the body. >Lauzon quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >There's a takedown attempt from Lauzon. >The takedown is successful, but Lauzon can't get any sort of control as Berto spins away instantly and is able to regain his footing. >An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage. >An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage. >A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate. >Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched. >Berto and Lauzon break the grapple and are apart again, circling. >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores. >They wind up in a tight clinch. >There's under a minute left in this round. >The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other. >Lauzon throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Lauzon goes under an attempted counter right hand. >The takedown is successful, Lauzon almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. >Lauzon starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. >Berto comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Lauzon in half guard. >Dan Lauzon is looking really tired. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >Lauzon slips past a left jab and fires back with a stinging left jab. >Berto counters an errant left jab with a left jab to the cheek. >Berto shoots in for a takedown. >Lauzon sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Lauzon avoided Berto. >Lauzon comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket. >Lauzon and Berto get closer, both looking eager to engage at close range. >A left jab misses the mark and allows Lauzon to counter with a kick to the outside of the knee. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Berto counters with a nice jab. >Slipping past a left jab, Lauzon hits a series of hard rights! >As he backs off it becomes clear that Berto is on rubbery legs, that last shot rocked him! >Lauzon quickly moves to capitalise, grabbing Berto in a guillotine choke and pulling him to the ground! >Lauzon gets the guillotine sunk in and Berto has to tap! >The winner, by submission, is Dan 'The Upgrade' Lauzon! >Official Result: Dan 'The Upgrade' Lauzon defeats 'Little Tiger' James Edson Berto (Submission (Guillotine) in 3:17 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>2nd Bout: Tuerxun Jumabieke x L.C. Davis Round 1: >We are underway! >A jab misses, allowing Davis to counter-strike with a crisp jab. >Davis throws a feint. >Jumabieke throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Davis attempts to avoid Jumabieke as he shoots in. >Jumabieke can't get the takedown, Davis was too quick to back away. >Jumabieke moves out of range of a tidy combination of punches. >Jumabieke is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Jumabieke is now standing in the pocket. >Jumabieke looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Davis. >Davis ends up grappling for supremacy with Jumabieke. >Jumabieke attempts to pick Davis up for a slam. >Davis has no answers, he gets lifted up and planted down! Jumabieke ends up in guard. >Jumabieke punches down at Davis, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Davis is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Jumabieke off of him. >The clock runs down as Davis is being smothered against the ground by Jumabieke. >Jumabieke throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. >Jumabieke blocks Davis as he tries a sweep from the guard. >Davis is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Jumabieke off of him. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. >Jumabieke looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Davis. >He pulls Davis into a grapple. >Jumabieke, controlling the grapple with Davis, tries to scoop him up for a slam. >Jumabieke gets it! Davis manages to pull guard upon impact. >In guard, Jumabieke throws a couple of punches designed to keep Davis guessing. >Davis is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Jumabieke off of him. >Jumabieke throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. >Jumabieke smothers Davis with his body by pushing forward and down. >Jumabieke throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. >Jumabieke throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. >The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. >Davis counters an errant left jab with a straight left. >Davis sees a body kick coming and hits a nice jab. >There's under a minute left in this round. >An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage. >Round one ends as time expires. Round 2: >Round two begins! >Jumabieke doesn't get drawn in as Davis feints a kick. >Davis slips past a left jab and fires back with a clever combination that finishes with a nice right cross. >Davis slips past a left jab and fires back with a clean left. >Moving in closer, Davis looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Standing his ground, Jumabieke looks happy to engage Davis in the pocket. >Davis throws a left jab but Jumabieke uses good head movement to make sure it slips by. >Jumabieke manages to avoid a nice combination and counters with a clean left jab. >A left jab misses, giving Jumabieke the chance to hit back with a kick to the ribs. >Davis sees a low kick being set up and takes the opportunity to strike first with a series of quick punches. >Slipping past a one-two combination, Jumabieke has the angle to counter with a punch. >Jumabieke slips past a jab and scores with a right body kick. >Davis slips out of the way of a right body kick, showing good footwork at such close range. >Davis throws a left jab but Jumabieke uses good head movement to make sure it slips by. >Seeing a low kick coming, Davis strikes first with a nice sequence of jabs. >Davis throws rights and lefts, but Jumabieke covers up well and none of the shots find a home. >Jumabieke manages to avoid a nice combination and counters with a sharp kick to the shin. >A left jab misses, giving Davis the chance to hit back with a series of quick jabs. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Davis throws rights and lefts, but Jumabieke covers up well and none of the shots find a home. >Davis sees a leg kick coming but strikes first with a left jab to the cheek. >Jumabieke covers up to safely defend against a flurry of rights and lefts. >Davis throws a left jab but Jumabieke uses good head movement to make sure it slips by. >Davis circles away, creating some distance between them. >Jumabieke steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >Not letting Jumabieke settle at all, Davis comes in closer. >Davis looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Jumabieke. >He gets into range. >Davis tries for a left jab but Jumabieke uses head movement to avoid it. >Using good head movement, Jumabieke slips past a tight combination and hits a hard leg kick. >There's only so many of those strikes to the legs that can be taken before they become an issue. >Slipping past a one-two combination, Jumabieke has the angle to counter with a kick to the inside of the left leg. >LC Davis looks to be limping slightly. >Punishing the legs is a great strategy on the part of Jumabieke. >It will weaken the base of Davis and that will in turn make it harder to generate power when he strikes. >Good head movement allows Jumabieke to go under a vicious right hand and immediately counter with a jab. >Davis checks a low kick and then steps forward to hit a clean punch. >Jumabieke covers up in the face of a barrage of big right hands, none of the punches find their way through. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Davis sees a low kick being set up and takes the opportunity to strike first with a straight left. >Davis lets a jab sail wide and counter-strikes with a nice sequence of jabs. >Jumabieke shows good head movement to avoid getting caught with a jab. >Good head movement allows Jumabieke to avoid a flurry of rights and lefts. >The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. >The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced. >Judge #1 gives the result in favour of Jumabieke. >Judge #2 has Davis as the winner. >Judge #3 has Jumabieke as the winner. >So the winner, by split decision, is Tuerxun 'The Wild Wolf' Jumabieke! >Official Result: Tuerxun 'The Wild Wolf' Jumabieke defeats LC Davis (Split Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>3rd Bout: Herbert Goodman x John Phillips Round 1: >And here we go! >A straight left fails to land and Goodman is able to fire back with a jab. >Moving forward, Goodman counters a left jab with a crisp jab. >Goodman throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Goodman eats a stiff counter right hook and is down hard! >Phillips starts pounding away on Goodman, looking to finish him off! >Phillips pounds away with punches and Goodman is in big trouble! >With punches raining down, Goodman can only pull Phillips down into side control to survive. >Phillips fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. >Phillips fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. >Phillips blocks an attempt to pull guard. >Phillips fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. >Phillips blocks Goodman as he tries a sweep from side control. >In side control, Phillips catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. >Goodman works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position. >Phillips somehow winds up underneath the north-south control of Goodman. >Phillips feels Goodman attempt to shift to side control, and uses the opportunity to scoot out and scramble. >Moving sharply to the side, Phillips takes the opportunity to try to scramble. >Phillips ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble. >Goodman throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. >Goodman reaches over and tries to lock Phillips in an arm triangle. >Phillips doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied. >Phillips uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Goodman ends up holding a waist-lock behind Phillips, who is kneeling. >Goodman rolls the turtled Phillips over and secures side control. >Goodman is trying to move from side control to mount. >He can't quite manage to get to mount on this attempt. >Goodman blocks Phillips as he tries a transition to guard. >Goodman starts trying to work to use side control as a way to get behind Phillips. >He finds himself unable to advance his position on this attempt. >Phillips tries to sweep Goodman but can't. >Goodman attempts the mount. >He can't mount Phillips. >Goodman blocks an attempted sweep. >Goodman fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >Phillips tries to sweep Goodman but can't do it. >In side control, Goodman begins working to get a mount. >Phillips doesn't let Goodman get the mount, and so he remains at side control. >Phillips tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. >John Phillips looks very tired out there. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Goodman counters a left jab by using a solid left. >There's a takedown attempt from Goodman. >Phillips attempts to avoid Goodman as he shoots in. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Phillips avoided Goodman. >Goodman is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Phillips. >Not keen on wrestling Goodman, Phillips uses movement to keep out of reach. >Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage. >There's a takedown attempt from Goodman. >Phillips tries to avoid Goodman. >The takedown doesn't work, Phillips saw it coming and got out of range. >Goodman is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Phillips. >Phillips is pulled into a grapple. >Goodman has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Phillips down. >Goodman gets the takedown by using the underhooks for control and working a trip! He gets side control! >In side control, Goodman catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. >Goodman blocks an attempted sweep. >John Phillips looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Goodman hits a knee strike to the ribs. >Herbert Goodman looks very tired out there. >In side control, Goodman begins working to get a mount. >He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt. >Goodman blocks an attempt to pull guard. >Goodman tries to ensnare Phillips in an armbar. >Phillips blocks it. >Phillips uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Goodman manages to come out on top, with Phillips pulling guard. >Herbert Goodman looks very, very tired. >Goodman looks to pass guard and get side control. >He can't get free of the guard. >Goodman blocks an attempted sweep. >The gas tank looks empty on John Phillips. >Goodman punches down at Phillips, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Looking to catch his breath, Goodman is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. >Goodman deflects a couple of punches that Phillips threw from below. >Goodman begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt. >Goodman blocks Phillips as he tries a sweep from the guard. >The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >A tired-looking Goodman approaches, looking for a takedown. >Goodman doesn't get the takedown, Phillips saw it coming and was equal to it. >Herbert Goodman looks totally gassed. >Goodman keeps out of range, assessing the situation. >Phillips doesn't press the issue, allowing Goodman to circle. >We reach the time limit and this fight is over. >Here come the official decisions. >All three judges have Goodman down as the winner. >Goodman wins by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Herbert 'Whisper' Goodman defeats John 'The White Mike Tyson' Phillips (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>4th Bout: Antz Nansen x Tyrone Spong Round 1: >Round one begins! >Nansen tries for a leg kick but Spong moves out of range. >A jab misses, allowing Nansen to counter-strike with a solid left jab. >Spong avoids a jab. >Moving in closer, Spong looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Nansen now has Spong standing in the pocket. >Spong comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Nansen. >Nansen finds himself pulled into a grappling contest. >The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart. >Moving in closer, Nansen looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Spong now has Nansen standing in the pocket. >Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either. >From the missed strikes they clinch. >Spong smothers Nansen when he tries to use some dirty boxing, and gains the upper hand in the grapple as a result. >Using his wrestling skills, Spong is trying to push Nansen up against the ropes. >Spong doesn't manage it though, as Nansen slips out of the grapple and gets away. >Spong looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Nansen. >Nansen uses movement to keep out reach, meaning Spong cannot get close enough to grapple. >They come together and strike, but neither can land a clean shot. >Having stepped near each other to throw their strikes, they both start throwing punches at close range! >Winning the exchange, Nansen hits a right hand that puts Spong down! >Spong shakes it off almost immediately though, and is prepared to defend. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Spong eats a vicious stomp! >Nansen tries to secure a ground position. >Spong moves quickly, scrambling for position before Nansen can get a hold. >Spong manages to come out on top, with Nansen pulling guard. >Spong fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. >Nansen tries to get double underhooks on Spong so that he can get some control, but can't get them. >Spong pounds away with right hands, but Nansen keeps him far enough away that no damage is done. >Nansen loses his guard while defending the strikes, and Spong is left standing in front of him. >Nansen hits Spong with a vicious up-kick to the shoulder as he moves in to throw a punch. >On his back, Nansen can't do much to stop a kick to the leg. >Nansen is hit with a sharp kick to the calf. >Spong hits a kick to the knee. >Stepping in, Spong blasts Nansen with a vicious stomp! >Nansen makes Spong step back by throwing a vicious up-kick. >Nansen hits Spong with a vicious up-kick to the shoulder as he moves in to throw a punch. >In comes Spong looking to get some form of ground control. >Nansen scoots backward as soon as Spong comes in, initiating a scramble for position. >Neither fighter manages to impose himself in the scramble, and they both end up standing. >Moving in closer, Nansen looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Nansen is now standing in the pocket. >There's under a minute left in this round. >A low kick is checked by Spong. >Spong throws a nice sequence of punches, but Nansen covers up and none of the shots finds a home. >Nansen slips past a teep and hits a kick to the body. >Round one ends as time expires. Round 2: >Round two begins! >A big right hand doesn't find its intended target, allowing Spong to fire back with a clever combination that finishes with a nice right cross. >After a one-two combination narrowly misses, Nansen is able to strike back with a big right kick to the outside of the thigh. >Nansen looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Spong throws a big right hook first, but it just misses. >Spong gets Nansen with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power. >Nansen seems to be waiting for Spong to make a move. >Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt. >Antz Nansen doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >A drained-looking Nansen tries to close the distance between them. >Spong finds himself pulled into a Muay Thai clinch. >From the clinch, Nansen drives a brutal elbow to the side of the head. >Spong has a gash under his eye from that strike. >Spong wrestles free of the Muay Thai clinch after blocking a knee strike. >Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage. >Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, both fighters start swinging! >Spong hits a right cross, knocking Nansen down! >Nansen shakes it off almost immediately though, and is prepared to defend. >Spong looks to get on top of Nansen. >Spong comes around the raised legs and gets side control. >Tyrone Spong is breathing very hard. >Spong pounds away on Nansen, landing several good shots in the process. >Spong starts trying to work to go from side control to mount. >He can't get the mount. >Spong blocks Nansen as he tries a transition to guard. >Antz Nansen looks very, very tired. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Spong attempts the mount. >He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt. >Nansen uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. >Tyrone Spong looks very, very tired. >The scramble ends with both fighters standing, facing each other. >With Spong bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. >The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. >The fight will be restarted in the center! >Slowed down by physical tiredness, Spong still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket. >He gets into range. >Slipping past a left jab, Spong hits a clean punch. >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but neither hits. >Using good head movement, Nansen ducks under a punch and scores with a kick to the inside of the left thigh. >There's only so many of those strikes to the legs that can be taken before they become an issue. >Nansen ducks under a huge right hand and returns fire with a straight left. >A left jab misses, giving Nansen the chance to hit back with a picture-perfect roundhouse kick to the side of the ribs. >Standing in the pocket, Nansen throws an inside leg kick but Spong shows good footwork to avoid it. >Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either. >From the missed strikes they clinch. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Nansen tries to wriggle free, but Spong controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. >Antz Nansen looks like he is completely out of gas. >Nansen tries to wriggle free, but Spong controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. >Nansen is trying to force Spong into a Muay Thai clinch. >He has it hooked, Spong needs to find a way out quickly. >Tyrone Spong looks totally gassed. >From the clinch, Nansen drives a knee to the body! >Nansen tries a knee strike, but Spong blocks it and wrestles his way out of the Muay Thai clinch. >The time expires on round two, and that is the end of the fight. >The official decisions are being reported now. >Judge #1 gives the result in favour of Nansen. >Judge #2: Spong. >Judge #3: Nansen. >Making 'Notorious' Antz Nansen the winner by split decision! >Official Result: 'Notorious' Antz Nansen defeats Tyrone 'King of the Ring' Spong (Split Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>5th Bout: Roy Boughton x Mike Kyle Round 1: >Round one begins! >A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Boughton to fire back with a series of lefts. >A flurry of punches miss Kyle and allow him to counter-strike with a series of big punches, putting Boughton down on the ground! >Kyle moves in quickly, kneeling beside Boughton and starting to hammer down with punches! >Kyle pounds away with punches and Boughton is in big trouble! >Boughton tries to turn away from the blows, but gets rolled and Kyle has his back! >Kyle tries to get both hooks in, but can't quite manage it. >Boughton attempts to turn and get Kyle off his back. >Kyle gets turned onto his back, and cannot stop Boughton spinning into guard. >Boughton throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. >Boughton is trying to pass guard. >He can't get free of the guard. >Boughton gets pushed back thanks to a butterfly guard, and stands, looking down at Kyle who remains on his back. >Boughton gets pulled down into guard as he looked to throw a bomb. >Boughton attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. >He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt. >Boughton gets pushed away, and ends up standing over Kyle, who is on his back. >Boughton tries to come in and secure a ground position. >Boughton can't hold Kyle down and a scramble starts. >Neither fighter manages to impose himself in the scramble, and they both end up standing. >Boughton moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a flurry of quick punches to sting Kyle. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Boughton bobs and weaves. >Kyle steps in closer to force the issue. >Kyle counters a flurry of punches with a left jab to the cheek. >Boughton shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Kyle strikes first and manages to rock Boughton with a solid right! >Kyle throws a left jab but Boughton avoids it. >They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage. >Boughton shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Kyle attempts to avoid Boughton as he shoots in. >The takedown doesn't work, Kyle saw it coming and got out of range. >Kyle waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a nice left hand. >Kyle narrowly misses Boughton with a right uppercut. >Boughton doesn't let Kyle settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Boughton chooses to shoot in on Kyle. >Kyle tries to strike first with a solid right hook, but isn't quick enough. >Boughton has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Kyle has to pull guard. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Time slips away as Boughton successfully keeps Kyle stuck against the ground. >In guard, Boughton begins working to pass to side control. >He eventually passes, but only into half guard. >The time runs out on round one. Round 2: >Round two begins! >Between rounds, his corner told Kyle to try and use counter striking in this round. >A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Kyle to fire back with a jab. >Boughton shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Kyle attempts to avoid Boughton as he shoots in. >Boughton doesn't get the takedown, Kyle avoided it. >Moving in closer, Boughton looks like he may want to wrestle Kyle. >He pulls Kyle into a grapple. >Looking to take this fight to the ground, Boughton tries to pull Kyle down into his guard. >Boughton gets it, Kyle is now trapped in his guard. >Boughton attempts to secure an arm. >Kyle doesn't let his arm get taken. >Kyle pounds away from the guard, but Boughton isn't troubled by the strikes. >Boughton tries to ensnare Kyle in a guillotine. >Kyle stops Boughton from applying it. >Kyle pounds away with punches, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Boughton is comfortable holding guard. >Boughton tries to ensnare Kyle in a guillotine. >Kyle pulls free before the guillotine can be applied. >Roy Boughton is looking really tired. >Kyle looks to get past the guard. >He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt. >Boughton attempts to secure an arm. >Kyle blocks it. >Kyle begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >Boughton is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Kyle firmly in guard. >Breathing very hard, Mike Kyle is looking ragged. >We move into the second half of this round. >Boughton brings his legs up and tries to lock Kyle in a triangle choke. >Kyle doesn't let Boughton get it. >Kyle attempts to pass guard. >He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt. >Boughton reaches up and tries to lock up an arm. >Kyle blocks the attempt, but does get swept over by it, ending under side control. >Boughton throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. >In side control, Boughton throws a couple of punches designed to keep Kyle guessing. >Kyle tries to sweep Boughton but can't. >Boughton begins trying to get himself into mount. >Kyle keeps Boughton at side control, not letting the mount happen. >Roy Boughton looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. >Kyle tries the sweep, but only succeeds in shifting Boughton slightly, ending up under north-south position. >Boughton shifts from north-south to side control. >There's under a minute left in this round. >Boughton fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. >Boughton begins trying to get himself behind Kyle. >Kyle rolls to the side to try and escape, but gives up his back! >We reach the time limit and this fight is over. >The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions. >All three judges have Boughton down as the winner. >Boughton wins by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Roy Boughton defeats Mike 'MAK' Kyle (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>6th Bout: Daisuke Nakamura x Ronys Torres Round 1: >Round one begins! >Nakamura throws a barrage of big right hands after using a feint to trick Torres into committing to a strike, but he moves out of range just in time. >Nakamura feints rushing in, but withdraws. >Nakamura looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Torres. >Torres finds himself pulled into a grappling contest. >Nakamura has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Torres down. >Torres blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple. >Torres attempts to wrestle Nakamura to the ground. >The takedown is successful, Nakamura pulls guard. >Torres begins trying to pass the guard. >Nakamura is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Torres firmly in guard. >Nakamura brings his legs up and tries to lock Torres in an omoplata. >Torres almost gets caught in the submission but ultimately pulls free, at the cost of giving up his back. >Nakamura tries to isolate an arm from his position on top of Torres. >Torres doesn't give up an arm, but Nakamura does get him flattened out on the ground. >Torres is in increasing trouble, as Nakamura gets both hooks in. >Nakamura, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. >Torres doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. >Torres struggles against Nakamura and manages to free himself from the hooks. >Nakamura attempts an armbar. >Nakamura rolls onto his back to try and get the armbar, but Torres pulls free and gets side control. >Torres tries to lock Nakamura in an arm triangle. >The arm triangle is fully applied, Nakamura is in deep trouble but is still trying to fight free! >No! He breaks free. That was really close. >Nakamura tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of side control. >Torres fends off Nakamura, and doesn't give up an arm. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >In side control, Torres catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. >Nakamura tries to ensnare an arm. >Torres defends it. >Torres tries to ensnare Nakamura in an americana. >Nakamura fights off the americana attempt. >Nakamura tries to sweep Torres but can't do it. >Torres tries to lock Nakamura into an arm triangle. >Nakamura gets caught by the arm triangle! It's deep, but he just won't quit! >Shockingly, Torres loses it! Nakamura pops his head free, and has somehow survived! >Nakamura tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. >Torres begins trying to get himself into mount. >He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt. >Nakamura tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of side control. >Torres blocks it. >The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. >Torres catches Nakamura with a scything inside leg kick. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Nakamura avoids a low kick. >Nakamura comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Torres tries to step away from the takedown. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Torres avoided Nakamura. >The time runs out on round one. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Torres throws a barrage of big right hands but Nakamura moves out of range. >Nakamura swiftly avoids a barrage of big punches. >Ronys Torres looks very tired out there. >A left jab misses and Nakamura counters with a left jab to the cheek. >Nakamura comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Torres tries to avoid Nakamura. >Torres avoids the takedown attempt. >Daisuke Nakamura doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >An errant jab sets Nakamura up to counter-strike with a solid left. >Although visibly tired, Nakamura looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Torres keeps himself moving out of range. >Nakamura gets suckered in by a feint, and is lucky to avoid a flurry of rights and lefts. >Nakamura steps back to avoid a barrage of big punches. >Nakamura swiftly avoids a barrage of big punches, having fallen for a feint. >Advancing, Nakamura counters a left jab by using a jab. >Torres comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket. >Torres and Nakamura get closer, both looking eager to engage at close range. >Nakamura covers up in the face of a barrage of big right hands, none of the punches find their way through. >A left jab misses the mark and allows Torres to counter with a crisp left. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Nakamura uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by. >There's a ragged-looking double leg attempt from Nakamura, from the pocket. >The takedown doesn't work, Torres stuffed it. >Ronys Torres looks very, very tired. >Slowly moving in closer, a ragged-looking Nakamura wants to wrestle Torres. >Torres is pulled into a grapple. >Nakamura has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Torres down. >A sweep of the legs is successful, Torres has to pull guard. >Nakamura tries to pass the guard. >He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt. >Daisuke Nakamura looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Torres attempts a triangle choke on Nakamura from the bottom of the guard. >Nakamura blocks the attempt. >Nakamura starts trying to work to get past the guard. >Nakamura isn't able to pass guard on this attempt. >Torres raises his legs and tries to get Nakamura into a triangle choke. >Nakamura pulls free before the triangle can be locked in. >Nakamura attempts to pass guard. >Torres is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Nakamura firmly in guard. >Torres tries to ensnare an arm. >Nakamura almost falls victim to a kimura, but in the end settles for being swept into side control. >Ronys Torres looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. >Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. >The judges' decisions are now being announced. >All three judges give the result in favour of Nakamura. >The winner, by unanimous decision, is Daisuke Nakamura! >Official Result: Daisuke Nakamura defeats Ronys Torres (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Co-Main Event: PURE Women's Championship Bout: Cris Cyborg x Ayaka Hamasaki Round 1: >And here we go! >Ayaka steps back to avoid a kick to the body. >Cyborg tries for a left jab but Ayaka moves out of range. >A jab misses, allowing Ayaka to counter-strike with an amazing flying knee strike, shaking Cyborg but not putting her down! >A left jab misses, giving Ayaka the chance to hit back with a great right hook which staggers Cyborg backward, who then trips and goes down! >Almost immediately Cyborg has shaken it off and is ready for Ayaka. >Cyborg deflects a right hand that comes down, and then quickly scrambles back up. >Ayaka comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that she can shoot in. >Cyborg sprawls well, and Ayaka is forced down to her knees, almost turtled up. >Turtled up, Ayaka takes a wicked soccer kick to the side of the head! >Ayaka rolls over onto her back, looking up at Cyborg. >Cyborg looks to get on top of Ayaka. >Ayaka is too quick, slipping away from Cyborg and starting to scramble. >Neither fighter can gain an advantage in the scramble, and they both end up on their feet. >Cyborg comes in closer, looking to clinch with Ayaka. >Cyborg ends up grabbing Ayaka in a Muay Thai clinch. >From the clinch, Ayaka gets hit with a knee to the side of the face! >That strike has opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Ayaka. >Ayaka uses her grappling to move from being stuck in a Muay Thai clinch to the collar-and-elbow position. >Ayaka, controlling the grapple with Cyborg, tries to scoop her up for a slam. >Cyborg is able to block it and pull away from her. >The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Ayaka. >The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. >The referee signals for the fight to continue! >Ayaka uses a flurry of lefts and rights to get Cyborg to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Ayaka can't get past the sprawl of Cyborg, and finds herself pushed face-down to the ground. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Ayaka, turtled up, takes a painful-looking soccer kick the body! >Thinking defence, Ayaka rolls onto her back and away from further kicks to the body. >Ayaka keeps Cyborg back with an up-kick. >In comes Cyborg looking to get some form of ground control. >Ayaka is unable to prevent Cyborg from getting side control. >Ayaka takes a crunching knee strike to the ribs from under side control! >Cyborg throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch her breath. >Looking to catch her breath, Cyborg is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. >Cyborg blocks Ayaka as she tries a transition to guard. >Cyborg attempts the mount. >She can't mount Ayaka. >Ayaka tries to sweep Cyborg but can't do it. >Cyborg fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >Cyborg attempts the mount. >Cyborg shows her ground skills and slips to mount. >There's under a minute left in this round. >Cyborg unloads with big elbows from the mount, but Ayaka is able to deal with most of them. >Cyborg unloads with big punches from the mount, but Ayaka is able to deal with most of them. >Cyborg tries to pound on Ayaka, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >Cyborg controls Ayaka, who was trying to wriggle to half guard. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. >That was a good round, full of action, hopefully we've got more of the same to come. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >Ayaka counters a flurry of punches with a solid left. >After a flurry of punches miss, Ayaka is able to strike back with a left. >A flurry of punches miss Ayaka and allow her to counter-strike with a crisp left hand punch. >Cristiane Santos is breathing very hard. >Ayaka shoots in for a takedown. >Ayaka goes under an attempted counter right hand. >The takedown is completed, Cyborg is on her back and pulls guard. >Ayaka Hamasaki looks very tired out there. >Ayaka throws a few right hands to the body. >Cyborg grabs an arm and raises her legs, trying to lock Ayaka into a triangle choke. >Ayaka blocks the triangle attempt. >Ayaka begins trying to pass the guard. >She can't get free of the guard. >Cyborg smothers Ayaka with close control, stopping her from posturing up. >Ayaka begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >Cyborg is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Ayaka firmly in guard. >Cyborg reaches up and tries to lock up an arm. >Cyborg uses an attempted kimura to flip her opponent and get side control. >Cyborg keeps Ayaka guessing with a few quick strikes. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Cyborg attempts an armbar. >Ayaka fights off the armbar attempt. >From the looks of things, I don't think Ayaka Hamasaki has much energy left. >Ayaka tries to sweep Cyborg but can't. >Cyborg uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip. >From the looks of things, I don't think Cristiane Santos has much energy left. >Cyborg starts trying to work to use side control as a way to get behind Ayaka. >She does it, getting behind Ayaka. >Ayaka is in increasing trouble, as Cyborg gets both hooks in. >Cyborg attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. >Ayaka doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. >Cyborg maintains her hooks, despite Ayaka trying to break them. >With both hooks in, Cyborg tries to flatten Ayaka out for the rear naked choke. >Cyborg gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Ayaka has to tap out! >The winner, by submission, is Cristiane 'Cyborg' Santos and she is the NEW PURE Women's Champion! >Official Result: Cristiane 'Cyborg' Santos defeats Ayaka Hamasaki (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 8:10 of round 2). The match was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Main Event: PURE Welterweight Championship Bout: Brian Foster x © Jorge Santiago Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either. >Foster sees a body kick coming and hits a flurry of jabs and straight punches. >Santiago counters a left jab with a stinging leg kick. >Foster is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Foster moves into the pocket. >An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything. >In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch. >With Foster controlled by the clinch, Santiago looks to be attempting to set up a judo throw. >Santiago uses a nice inside leg trip and Foster is forced to pull guard! >Santiago looks to get past the guard. >Foster is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Santiago firmly in guard. >Foster brings his legs up and tries to lock Santiago in a triangle choke. >Santiago defends well against it. >Santiago begins trying to pass the guard. >Santiago gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control. >Santiago tries to slip behind and take the back. >Santiago takes the back, Foster could do nothing about it. >Santiago pounds away on Foster. >There's lots of strikes landing, Foster needs to find a way out of this position quickly! >The referee gives Foster time to do something, but eventually has to come in and stop the fight! >The winner, by TKO and STILL PURE Welterweight Champion; Jorge Santiago! >Official Result: Jorge Santiago defeats Brian Foster (TKO (Strikes) in 4:47 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>FOTN: Ayaka Hamasaki x Cris Cyborg II KOTN: Nick Gaston SOTN: Cris Cyborg</div></blockquote> Prediction Results: CageRage: 85-63 Jingo: 60-51

wekka · August 18, 2013

PURE 57th Battle Card Finalized; Live and Free on AXStv <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>PURE Fighting Championships 57th Battle @ Nippon Gaishi Hall Opening Bout: Karanta Fatty (9-2) x Demico Rogers (9-1) 2nd Bout: Toshihiro Shimizu (18-15-11) x Noad Lahat (12-1) 3rd Bout: Junji Ito (14-5) x Seiji Ozuka (18-13-7) 4th Bout: Yasuaki Kishimoto (20-7-2) x Paul Taylor (17-7-1) 5th Bout: Mikihito Yamagami (16-4) x Bendy Casimir (25-12-2) 6th Bout: Takafumi Otsuka (21-14-11) x David Aranda (11-1) 7th Bout: Shintaro Ishiwatari (20-6-4) x Hiromasa Ogikubo (14-4-2) 8th Bout: Marius Zaromskis (24-11) x Yoshihiro "Barbaro44" Tomioka (20-11-6) 9th Bout: Masakatsu Ueda (24-4-2) x Iliarde Santos (34-8-1) 10th Bout: Taisuke Okuno (19-10-2) x Gunnar Nelson (17-2-1) Co-Main Event: Minowaman (64-35-8) x Liu Deli (3-3) Main Event: PURE Middleweight Championship Bout: © Hiroshi Izumi (13-3) x Mamed Khalidov (34-6-2) </div></blockquote>

CageRage · August 18, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 57th Battle

@ Nippon Gaishi Hall

Opening Bout:

Karanta Fatty (9-2)

x

Demico Rogers (9-1)

2nd Bout:

Toshihiro Shimizu (18-15-11)

x

Noad Lahat (12-1)

3rd Bout:

Junji Ito (14-5)

x

Seiji Ozuka (18-13-7)

4th Bout:

Yasuaki Kishimoto (20-7-2)

x

Paul Taylor (17-7-1)

5th Bout:

Mikihito Yamagami (16-4)

x

Bendy Casimir (25-12-2)

6th Bout:

Takafumi Otsuka (21-14-11)

x

David Aranda (11-1)

7th Bout:

Shintaro Ishiwatari (20-6-4)

x

Hiromasa Ogikubo (14-4-2)

8th Bout:

Marius Zaromskis (24-11)

x

Yoshihiro "Barbaro44" Tomioka (20-11-6)

9th Bout:

Masakatsu Ueda (24-4-2)

x

Iliarde Santos (34-8-1)

10th Bout:

Taisuke Okuno (19-10-2)

x

Gunnar Nelson (17-2-1)

Co-Main Event:

Minowaman (64-35-8)

x

Liu Deli (3-3)

Main Event: PURE Middleweight Championship Bout:

x

Mamed Khalidov (34-6-2)

AtlantaThrasher · August 21, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 57th Battle

@ Nippon Gaishi Hall

Opening Bout:

Karanta Fatty (9-2)

x

Demico Rogers (9-1)

2nd Bout:

Toshihiro Shimizu (18-15-11)

x

Noad Lahat (12-1)

3rd Bout:

Junji Ito (14-5)

x

Seiji Ozuka (18-13-7)

4th Bout:

Yasuaki Kishimoto (20-7-2)

x

Paul Taylor (17-7-1)

5th Bout:

Mikihito Yamagami (16-4)

x

Bendy Casimir (25-12-2)

6th Bout:

Takafumi Otsuka (21-14-11)

x

David Aranda (11-1)

7th Bout:

Shintaro Ishiwatari (20-6-4)

x

Hiromasa Ogikubo (14-4-2)

8th Bout:

Marius Zaromskis (24-11)

x

Yoshihiro "Barbaro44" Tomioka (20-11-6)

9th Bout:

Masakatsu Ueda (24-4-2)

x

Iliarde Santos (34-8-1)

10th Bout:

Taisuke Okuno (19-10-2)

x

Gunnar Nelson (17-2-1)

Co-Main Event:

Minowaman (64-35-8)

x

Liu Deli (3-3)

Main Event: PURE Middleweight Championship Bout:

x

Mamed Khalidov (34-6-2)

Just caught up, glad you continued this.

wekka · August 22, 2013

Good to see you caught back up. I can honestly see this maybe running until the new WMMA game.

wekka · August 22, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 57th Battle @ Nippon Gaishi Hall (8,843) Live and Free on AXStv <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Opening Bout: Demico Rogers x Karanta Fatty Round 1: >Round one begins! >Karanta isn't drawn in by Rogers feinting as if about to drop down to shoot in. >Rogers avoids a leg kick and scores with a left. >Rogers chooses to shoot in on Karanta. >The takedown is stuffed, so Rogers has to go to settle for pushing Karanta up against the ropes. >Karanta eats a short right uppercut that rocks him. >Rogers uses a hard foot stomp. >Rogers looks for a trip takedown. >The takedown is successful, Karanta pulls guard. >Rogers lies on top of Karanta, basically smothering him. >Rogers pounds away, but Karanta keeps him far enough away to remain safe. >Rogers gets pushed back, and is left standing in front of Karanta, no longer in guard. >Rogers leans over and throws a right hand that tags Karanta, who is lying on his back. >Karanta eats a vicious stomp! >Rogers tries to come in and secure a ground position. >Karanta is unable to prevent Rogers from getting side control. >Karanta takes a knee strike to the ribs from under side control. >In side control, Rogers begins working to get a mount. >Karanta can't fend off his opponent and is mounted. >Rogers tries to set up Karanta for an americana. >Rogers gets the americana locked, moves to side control for leverage, and Karanta has to tap! >Demico Rogers takes the win by submission! >Official Result: Demico Rogers defeats 'Junior' Karanta Fatty (Submission (Americana) in 3:59 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>2nd Bout: Noad Lahat x Toshihiro Shimizu Round 1: >We are underway! >Shimizu counters an errant left jab with a jab. >Lahat moves out of range of some wild punches. >Lahat avoids a jab. >Shimizu takes a jab to the cheek. >Shimizu steps back to avoid a left jab. >A couple of wild haymakers are used to set up a takedown attempt from Lahat. >Shimizu attempts to avoid Lahat as he shoots in. >Lahat can't get the takedown, Shimizu was too quick to back away. >They come together and throw strikes, both miss. >Moving forward, Shimizu counters a left jab with a solid left. >Lahat slips past a left jab and fires back with a stinging left jab. >Lahat avoids a couple of wild swings. >Lahat is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Shimizu. >Lahat grabs Shimizu and pulls him into a grapple. >Lahat tries to wrestle Shimizu backward and up against the ropes. >Lahat can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple. >Shimizu and Lahat separate and we're back to a stand-off. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Lahat throws a couple of wild punches as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Lahat can't get the takedown, Shimizu defended it well. >Shimizu is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Lahat. >Lahat finds himself pulled into a grappling contest. >The grapple breaks up after a short struggle, and the two fighters step apart. >Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either. >Shimizu tries for a left jab but Lahat moves out of range. >Moving in closer, Shimizu looks like he may want to wrestle Lahat. >Lahat uses his strikes to stop Shimizu from getting close enough to grapple. >Lahat comes in swinging wildly, using the strikes as cover so that he can shoot in. >Shimizu stuffs the takedown attempt. >Lahat gets Shimizu with a nice jab. >Both fighters throw strikes at the same time, both miss. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Lahat moves out of range of some wild punches. >Lahat swings wildly to get Shimizu to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Shimizu tries to counter with a right hand, but is too slow. >The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Shimizu pulling guard. >Lahat begins trying to pass the guard. >Shimizu keeps his guard secure. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >We are back underway! >It sounded like his corner told Lahat to attempt to get Shimizu to the floor in this round. >A left jab misses and Shimizu counters with a right hand. >Shimizu counters an errant left jab with a crisp left hand punch. >Shimizu looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Lahat. >Shimizu is in the pocket, ready to attack Lahat. >Shimizu throws a wild right hand, but Lahat covers up and absorbs the strike. >Shimizu works the jab. >Lahat gets caught with a stiff jab. >From the pocket, Lahat hits a stiff jab. >Shimizu works the jab. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Shimizu hits a right hook to the body. >Toshihiro Shimizu is breathing very hard. >Lahat hits two winged punches. >Slipping past some wild swings, Shimizu counters with a jab. >Lahat uses head movement to avoid a left jab. >Lahat uses head movement to avoid a left jab. >There's a double leg attempt from Lahat, from the pocket. >The takedown doesn't work, Shimizu stuffed it. >Noad Lahat looks very tired out there. >Looking tired, Lahat comes in closer, attempting to wrestle with Shimizu. >Shimizu tries to counter Lahat with a big right cross, but it doesn't hit the target. >Shimizu side-steps a barrage of big punches and hits a looping right. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Although visibly tired, Shimizu looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Shimizu can't close the distance, Lahat keeps him away with strikes. >Although visibly tired, Shimizu looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Shimizu and Lahat get closer, both looking eager to engage at close range. >Shimizu lands a crisp jab. >Shimizu catches Lahat with a solid jab. >Lahat shows good head movement to avoid getting caught with a jab. >Lahat scores with a left jab from the pocket. >A left jab misses the mark and allows Shimizu to counter with a solid punch. >Shimizu catches Lahat with a crisp jab from the pocket. >Shimizu throws a left jab but Lahat uses good head movement to make sure it slips by. >Using head movement, Lahat slips past a left jab and counters with a left hook to the body. >Using good head movement, Lahat slips past a wild right hand and hits a jab. >Shimizu dodges a jab, and fires back with a nice jab. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Lahat catches Shimizu with a solid jab. >Lahat scores with a left jab from the pocket. >Lahat uses head movement to dodge a jab, and counters with a solid left jab. >Lahat tries for a left jab but Shimizu uses head movement to avoid it. >Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. >The judges' decisions are now being announced. >Judge #1 gives the result in favour of Shimizu. >Judge #2 has Lahat as the winner. >Judge #3 has given Shimizu the win. >So the winner, by split decision, is Toshihiro Shimizu! >Official Result: Toshihiro Shimizu defeats Noad 'Neo' Lahat (Split Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>3rd Bout: Seiji Ozuka x Junji Ito Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Ito stings Ozuka with a series of quick lefts. >Ozuka slips out of the way of a leg kick, having been suckered in with a feint. >A left jab misses and Ito counters with a flurry of small strikes. >Ozuka avoids a low kick. >Ozuka uses a right hook to the body, but misses. >Ito quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage. >Ito counters an errant left jab with a quick series of punches. >Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either. >Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched. >Ozuka is trying to push Ito so that his back is up against the ropes. >Ozuka can't do it though, and Ito gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. >Ito tries to wrestle Ozuka backward and up against the ropes. >Ito achieves it, pinning Ozuka to the ropes. >Ito hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. >Ito pins Ozuka up against the ropes and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Ito pins Ozuka up against the ropes and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. >Ozuka is trapped against the ropes and Ito hits him with a short left uppercut. >Ito moves back from the grapple and looks ready to strike. >Seeing a low kick coming, Ozuka strikes first with a clean punch. >Ozuka slips past a flurry of rights and lefts and hits a left jab to the cheek. >Ozuka tries for a left jab but Ito uses head movement to avoid it. >Ozuka backs away to create some more space. >Ozuka circles around Ito. >Not letting up, Ito quickly steps in closer to attack Ozuka. >Ito slips past a left jab and fires back with a flurry of small strikes. >They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage. >Ito throws a speculative right, but it is nowhere near hitting. >It seems that Ozuka is happy to let Ito circle for the moment. >Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either. >Ozuka steps back to avoid a left jab. >There's under a minute left in this round. >An errant jab sets Ito up to counter-strike with a series of quick lefts. >An errant jab sets Ito up to counter-strike with a series of quick punches. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Between rounds we could hear the corner of Ozuka telling him to go right at Ito, hard and fast. >Ito counters a wayward left jab with some big right hands! >Ozuka, standing in the pocket, darts back to avoid a right kick to the body. >Ozuka backs away to create some more space. >Ozuka slips out of the way of a leg kick. >Breathing very hard, Junji Ito is looking ragged. >Moving in closer, a tired-looking Ito apparently wants to strike from the pocket. >Keen to keep space between them, Ozuka backs away. >Ozuka uses a right hook to the body, but misses. >Ito seems to be waiting for Ozuka to make a move. >Ozuka circles, looking for an opening. >Ito seems to be waiting for Ozuka to make a move. >A jab misses and Ito counters with a picture-perfect right roundhouse kick to the side of the ribs. >A left jab misses and Ito counters with a flurry of small strikes. >Ozuka misses with an attempted right hook to the body. >Ito comes in closer to press the issue. >After a flurry of punches miss, Ozuka is able to strike back with a stinging left jab. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >A left jab misses and Ito strikes back with a left jab to the cheek. >They come together and strike, but neither can land a clean shot. >Ito gets Ozuka with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power. >Not letting Ito settle at all, Ozuka comes in closer. >Seiji Ozuka is looking really tired. >They come together and strike, but neither can land a clean shot. >There's a short stalemate as both fighters advance and throw strikes, but neither hits. >They wind up in a tight clinch. >Junji Ito looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Ito tries to get Ozuka into a Muay Thai clinch. >Ito manages it, and now controls Ozuka by the back of the head. >Using the clinch, Ito hits a big elbow to the face of Ozuka. >Ozuka has been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down. >Ozuka blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. >Using the clinch, Ito blasts Ozuka with a powerful knee to the body! >Using the clinch, Ito hits a big elbow to the face of Ozuka. >Junji Ito looks like he is completely out of gas. >Ozuka tries to use his grappling skills to break the Muay Thai clinch, but can't. >Seiji Ozuka looks very, very tired. >Using the clinch, Ito hits a vicious knee to the chest! >Ozuka pulls free of the clinch after taking a beating. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Ozuka circles, looking for an opening. >The fight slows as Ito sits back and allows Ozuka to circle. >The time expires on round two, and that is the end of the fight. >The judges' decisions are now being announced. >All three judges have given Ito the win. >The winner, by unanimous decision, is Junji Ito! >Official Result: Junji 'Sarumaru' Ito defeats Seiji 'OZ' Ozuka (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>4th Bout: Paul Taylor x Yasuaki Kishimoto Round 1: >The fight begins! >They come together and throw strikes, both miss. >Taylor steps back to avoid a left jab. >Kishimoto throws a couple of wild punches as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Taylor counters with a right hook that catches Kishimoto flush...and he goes down! >Taylor knows that this is a golden opportunity, and quickly pounces on Kishimoto, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! >Kishimoto shows great instincts, pulling half guard to put a halt to the shower of punches. >Taylor fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >Kishimoto works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position. >Kishimoto manages to come out on top, holding Taylor down from behind with a waist-lock. >Kishimoto unloads with big right hands to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Taylor. >Kishimoto pounds away on the body and side of the head, Taylor struggles to deal with them. >Kishimoto fires away with right hands, and Taylor is stung by several big shots to the side of the head. >Kishimoto pounds away with right hands, but Taylor absorbs them and manages to stand back up. >Kishimoto swings wildly to get Taylor to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Taylor sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Taylor avoided Kishimoto. >Kishimoto misses with an attempted right hook to the body. >Not letting up, Taylor steps in closer to pressure Kishimoto into action. >Taylor tries for a right body kick but Kishimoto moves out of range. >We move into the second half of this round. >Advancing, Taylor counters a left jab by using a crisp jab. >Kishimoto is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Taylor. >Taylor finds himself pulled into a grappling contest. >Kishimoto tries to suck Taylor to the ground by wrapping his legs around the waist and pulling guard. >Taylor defends the attempt to drag him down, and takes control of the clinch. >Taylor is trying to muscle Kishimoto up against the ropes. >Taylor manages it, and controls Kishimoto up against the ropes. >Taylor moves back from the grapple and looks ready to strike. >Good head movement allows Kishimoto to avoid a wildly thrown right hand. >They both meet with strikes, but neither does any damage. >Taylor throws a wild right hand, but Kishimoto covers up and absorbs the strike. >Standing in the pocket, Kishimoto chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Taylor. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Taylor blocked Kishimoto. >Taylor tries for a right body kick but Kishimoto moves out of range. >Taylor tries for a left jab but Kishimoto moves out of range. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Kishimoto steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >Taylor doesn't let Kishimoto settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Kishimoto avoids a jab. >Round one ends as time expires. >That was a quality round and the fans are really getting into this. Round 2: >We are back underway! >From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Taylor has been instructed to stand with Kishimoto in this round. >Kishimoto slips past a left jab and fires back with a nice jab. >Kishimoto shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Kishimoto eats a stiff counter right hook and is down hard! >Almost immediately Kishimoto has shaken it off and is ready for Taylor. >Paul Taylor is looking really tired. >On his back, Kishimoto can't do much to stop a kick to the leg. >Taylor stands back and allows Kishimoto to stand back up. >Slowed down by physical tiredness, Taylor still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Kishimoto lets Taylor get closer. >Kishimoto shoots in, looking for a close range double leg. >Taylor stuffs the takedown, but gets pushed up against the ropes instead. >With Taylor stuck against the ropes, Kishimoto gets the underhooks and looks for a takedown. >The underhooks are used to set up a trip, Taylor is left on his back and has to pull guard. >Kishimoto fires away with big punches, but Taylor keeps the guard secure and doesn't take any undue damage. >Kishimoto gets pushed back thanks to a butterfly guard, and Taylor quickly scrambles. >Kishimoto seizes the opportunity, Taylor was too slow and gets caught in side control. >Kishimoto punches down at Taylor, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Kishimoto throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. >Taylor gets some separation and tries to scramble for position. >Paul Taylor looks very, very tired. >Taylor ends up on the bottom with Kishimoto in side control. >Yasuaki Kishimoto doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Kishimoto tries to ensnare Taylor in an armbar. >Taylor fights off the armbar attempt. >Taylor tries to break free and scramble for position, but Kishimoto keeps him trapped. >Kishimoto starts trying to work to use side control as a way to get behind Taylor. >He rolls Taylor over a little...and slips behind to take the back! >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Kishimoto gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position. >Kishimoto, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. >Taylor doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. >Paul Taylor looks totally gassed. >Taylor struggles against Kishimoto but cannot get himself free from the hooks. >With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Kishimoto tries to finish Taylor off with a rear naked choke. >Taylor stops Kishimoto from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. >From the looks of things, I don't think Yasuaki Kishimoto has much energy left. >Taylor attempts to pull free of the hooks, but Kishimoto doesn't allow it. >Kishimoto pounds away with punches, hitting several big shots. >Kishimoto pounds away on Taylor, landing several good shots in the process. >Kishimoto fires away with punches, but Taylor covers up and doesn't take any undue damage. >Taylor improves his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks. >Kishimoto successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. >Kishimoto, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. >Kishimoto flattens Taylor out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! >The winner, by submission, is Yasuaki Kishimoto! >Official Result: Yasuaki Kishimoto defeats 'Relentless' Paul Taylor (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 8:45 of round 2). The match was rated as being Fantastic.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>5th Bout: Bendy Casimir x Mikihito Yamagami Round 1: >The fight begins! >Casimir slips out of the way of a jab. >A jab misses, allowing Yamagami to counter-strike with a crisp jab. >Casimir avoids a jab. >Casimir chooses to shoot in on Yamagami. >Yamagami attempts to avoid Casimir as he shoots in. >Yamagami avoids the takedown attempt. >Yamagami counters a left jab by using a left jab to the cheek. >Casimir gets Yamagami with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power. >The fight slows as Yamagami sits back and allows Casimir to circle. >Casimir steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >It seems that Yamagami is happy to let Casimir circle for the moment. >Yamagami moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a straight left. >There's a takedown attempt from Casimir. >Yamagami tries to strike first with a solid right hook, but isn't quick enough. >Yamagami cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard. >Casimir begins trying to pass the guard. >He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt. >Yamagami tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Casimir. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Casimir begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >He passes to half guard. >Casimir attempts to arm triangle Yamagami from the top of half guard. >Yamagami defends it well. >Casimir blocks Yamagami as he tries a sweep from half guard. >Casimir tries to ensnare Yamagami in a kimura. >Yamagami defends himself well and is in no danger. >Casimir blocks an attempted sweep. >Casimir tries to ensnare Yamagami in an arm triangle. >The arm triangle is fully applied, Yamagami is in deep trouble but is still trying to fight free! >Casimir loses the hold! Somehow Yamagami got himself free. That was incredibly close to a finish though. >Yamagami tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Casimir. >Casimir tries to ensnare Yamagami in a kneebar. >Yamagami stops Casimir from applying the kneebar. >Casimir blocks Yamagami as he tries a sweep from half guard. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Casimir attempts to arm triangle Yamagami from the top of half guard. >Yamagami gets caught by the arm triangle, and it's deep enough that he has to tap! >By submission, the winner is Bendy Casimir! >Official Result: Bendy Casimir defeats Mikihito Yamagami (Submission (Arm Triangle) in 9:44 of round 1). The match was rated as being Average.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>6th Bout: David Aranda x Takafumi Otsuka Round 1: >The fight begins! >Otsuka steps back to avoid a left jab. >A jab misses, allowing Otsuka to counter-strike with a left hand. >Aranda comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Otsuka cannot stop the takedown but is able to spin away almost immediately upon hitting the ground, and is quickly back on his feet. >Aranda throws out a quick left jab. >Otsuka doesn't press the issue, allowing Aranda to circle. >Otsuka counters a wayward left jab with a right hand. >Aranda slams a crisp right into the gloves of Otsuka, but can't follow up. >Time slips away as Otsuka doesn't press Aranda, allowing him to circle. >Aranda looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Otsuka. >Aranda grabs Otsuka and pulls him into a grapple. >Aranda, controlling the grapple with Otsuka, tries to scoop him up for a slam. >He can't get it though, Otsuka defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely. >Otsuka counters an errant left jab with a looping right. >Otsuka uses a right hook to the body, but misses. >Not letting Otsuka settle at all, Aranda comes in closer. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Aranda shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Otsuka tries to step away from the takedown. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Otsuka avoided Aranda. >Otsuka counters a left jab with a left hand. >A left jab misses and Otsuka strikes back with a left. >A couple of wild swings miss Aranda and allow him to counter-strike with a crisp jab. >Aranda looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Otsuka. >Aranda grabs Otsuka and pulls him into a grapple. >Aranda, controlling the grapple with Otsuka, tries to scoop him up for a slam. >He can't get it though, Otsuka defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely. >Otsuka counters an errant left jab with a looping right. >Otsuka uses a right hook to the body, but misses. >Not letting Otsuka settle at all, Aranda comes in closer. >Aranda shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Otsuka tries to step away from the takedown. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Otsuka avoided Aranda. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Otsuka counters a left jab with a left hand. >A left jab misses and Otsuka strikes back with a left. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Otsuka steps back to avoid a left jab. >Otsuka uses a nice jab. >Aranda swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Otsuka. >The takedown is successful, but Aranda can't get any sort of control as Otsuka spins away instantly and is able to regain his footing. >Aranda looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Aranda moves into the pocket. >From the pocket, Aranda catches Otsuka with a crisp jab. >Otsuka shows good head movement to avoid getting caught with a jab. >Aranda shoots in, looking for a close range double leg. >The takedown is completed, it was a single leg but Otsuka is on his back less than a few seconds; spinning out and away, he quickly gets back up. >A speculative right hand from Aranda doesn't find a home. >Time slips away as Otsuka doesn't press Aranda, allowing him to circle. >An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage. >Standing in the pocket, Aranda chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Otsuka. >He has the takedown! Otsuka is too quick though, and as soon as he hits the ground he spins away, getting back to his feet. >David Aranda doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Otsuka avoids a jab. >Aranda throws a looping punch, but Otsuka avoids it. >Otsuka doesn't press the issue, allowing Aranda to circle. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Otsuka glances a strike off the side of the shoulder. >Not letting Otsuka settle at all, Aranda comes in closer. >Otsuka explodes on Aranda with a barrage of big right hands. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Otsuka hits a left jab to the cheek. >From the pocket, Otsuka catches Aranda with a crisp jab. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Otsuka hits a right hook to the body. >Otsuka throws a wild right hand, but Aranda covers up and absorbs the strike. >Otsuka backs away to create some more space. >Aranda chooses to move forward and try to take Otsuka down. >Otsuka attempts to avoid Aranda as he shoots in. >The takedown doesn't work, Otsuka saw it coming and got out of range. >Otsuka narrowly misses Aranda with a right uppercut. >Aranda comes in closer to press the issue. >David Aranda seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >Advancing, Aranda counters a left jab by using a stinging left jab. >Otsuka throws a speculative right, but it is nowhere near hitting. >Aranda presses in closer to attack. >Aranda throws a wild and sloppy right hand as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Otsuka tries to step away from the takedown. >The takedown doesn't work, Otsuka saw it coming and got out of range. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Otsuka explodes on Aranda with a barrage of big right hands. >A left jab misses the mark and allows Otsuka to counter with a flurry of small strikes. >Takafumi Otsuka is looking really tired. >Aranda uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by. >Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. >Here come the official decisions. >All three judges have Otsuka down as the winner. >Making Takafumi Otsuka the winner by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Takafumi Otsuka defeats David Aranda (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>7th Bout: Hiromasa Ogikubo x Shintaro Ishiwatari Round 1: >And here we go! >A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate. >Ishiwatari tries for a leg kick but Ogikubo moves out of range. >Ishiwatari is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Ogikubo. >Ishiwatari grapples with Ogikubo, who made no attempt to escape. >Ishiwatari is trying to push Ogikubo so that his back is up against the ropes. >Ishiwatari does it, Ogikubo is stuck with his back to the ropes. >Showing his ability to exert control, Ishiwatari smothers Ogikubo up against the ropes for about a minute. >Ishiwatari stomps down on his opponent's foot. >Smothered against the ropes, Ogikubo is stuck there, unable to do anything, for roughly sixty seconds. >The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. >Ishiwatari counters a left jab by using a crisp jab. >Ogikubo comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Ishiwatari sprawls to stop the takedown, then pulls Ogikubo up close into a clinch. >Ishiwatari is looking to muscle Ogikubo back against the ropes. >Ishiwatari manages it, and controls Ogikubo up against the ropes. >Ogikubo takes a sharp stomp to the foot. >Smothered against the ropes, Ogikubo is trapped there, unable to do anything but take the occasional nasty short punch to the ribs, for about a minute. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Ishiwatari takes a short step back and prepares to strike. >Ogikubo catches Ishiwatari with a solid jab. >Ishiwatari shows good head movement to avoid getting caught with a jab. >Ogikubo shoots in, looking for a close range double leg. >Ogikubo doesn't get the takedown, Ishiwatari was equal to it and pulls them into a clinch. >Ishiwatari is looking to muscle Ogikubo back against the ropes. >Ishiwatari achieves it, pinning Ogikubo to the ropes. >Ishiwatari tries to dirty box Ogikubo, but finds himself out-wrestled and turned around so that he is the one against the ropes. >Ogikubo attempts to wrestle Ishiwatari to the ground. >The takedown doesn't work, Ishiwatari blocked it and then turns it so that Ogikubo is the one against the ropes. >Showing his ability to control opponents, Ishiwatari simply smothers Ogikubo against the ropes for about a minute. >Smothered against the ropes, Ogikubo is stuck there, unable to do anything, for roughly sixty seconds. >There's under a minute left in this round. >Ogikubo waits for Ishiwatari to throw an elbow, then uses wrestling to turn him around so that Ishiwatari now has his back to the ropes. >The lack of progress forces the referee to separate the two fighters. >Ogikubo gets Ishiwatari with a nice jab. >Ishiwatari looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Ogikubo. >Ogikubo ends up grappling for supremacy with Ishiwatari. >Shintaro Ishiwatari looks very tired out there. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Ogikubo feints an attack, keeping Ishiwatari on his toes. >Ogikubo shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Ishiwatari tries to avoid the takedown. >Ishiwatari avoids the takedown attempt. >Ogikubo moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Ogikubo bobs and weaves. >Ishiwatari seems to be waiting for Ogikubo to make a move. >Ogikubo sees a body kick coming and hits a nice jab. >Ogikubo uses a flurry of lefts and rights to get Ishiwatari to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Ishiwatari attempts to avoid Ogikubo as he shoots in. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Ishiwatari avoided Ogikubo. >Moving forward, Ishiwatari counters a left jab with a series of quick lefts. >A jab misses, allowing Ogikubo to counter-strike with a crisp left hand punch. >There's a takedown attempt from Ogikubo. >The takedown doesn't work, Ishiwatari sprawled to defend it and then works into a clinch position. >Hiromasa Ogikubo is breathing very hard. >Shintaro Ishiwatari looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. >Ishiwatari is trying to muscle Ogikubo up against the ropes. >He does so, and now has Ogikubo pinned to the ropes. >Ogikubo is pressed up against the ropes and held there, taking the occasional short punch to the ribs and stomach, for half a minute. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Ishiwatari smothers Ogikubo against the ropes and stomps down on his foot. >Ishiwatari tries to throw a knee strike, but Ogikubo uses wrestling to prevent him from launching it. >Ogikubo is controlled up against the ropes and takes a hard foot stomp. >Ishiwatari steps back to achieve some separation from Ogikubo and gets ready to strike. >A left jab misses, giving Ogikubo the chance to hit back with a clean left jab. >Ogikubo slips past a straight punch and then hits a jab. >A left jab misses, Ogikubo counters with a stinging jab. >Using head movement, Ishiwatari slips past a left jab and counters with a nice sequence of jabs. >The gas tank looks empty on Shintaro Ishiwatari. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Ogikubo hits a crisp left. >Ogikubo uses a nice left jab from the pocket. >Ishiwatari takes a stiff jab. >Ogikubo slips past a straight punch and hits a solid punch. >Ogikubo uses head movement to slip past a punch, then hits a clean left jab. >Ishiwatari gets caught with a stiff jab. >Ishiwatari may have a broken nose from that shot, there is blood pouring down his face. >A broken nose will certainly have a big impact upon his breathing. >Ogikubo snaps off a nice left jab from the pocket. >Ogikubo hits a nice crisp left jab. >Not keen on a striking battle, Ishiwatari backs off. >A tired-looking Ogikubo approaches, looking for a takedown. >Ishiwatari tries to avoid Ogikubo. >The takedown doesn't work, Ishiwatari saw it coming and got out of range. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Ogikubo misses with an attempted right hook to the body. >Ishiwatari seems to be waiting for Ogikubo to make a move. >Despite being tired, Ogikubo looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Ishiwatari. >Keen to keep space between them, Ishiwatari backs away. >Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. >The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced. >All three judges have given Ishiwatari the win. >So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Shintaro Ishiwatari! >Official Result: Shintaro Ishiwatari defeats Hiromasa Ogikubo (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>8th Bout: Yoshihiro "Barbaro44" Tomioka x Marius Zaromskis Round 1: >Round one begins! >A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate. >Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched. >Zaromskis is trying to push Tomioka so that his back is up against the ropes. >Zaromskis achieves it, pinning Tomioka to the ropes. >Tomioka, stuck against the ropes, gets blasted with a left hand, but manages to pull Zaromskis in close to stop any more coming in. >Tomioka takes a sharp stomp to the foot. >Zaromskis steps back to achieve some separation from Tomioka and gets ready to strike. >Slipping past a right jab, Tomioka hits a clean punch. >A left jab misses, giving Zaromskis the chance to hit back with a barrage of huge punches, knocking Tomioka down! >Almost immediately Tomioka has shaken it off and is ready for Zaromskis. >Zaromskis leaps over, looking to drop a flying punch! >Tomioka takes the punch, but survives and is able to pull guard. >Zaromskis fires away with big punches, but Tomioka keeps the guard secure and doesn't take any undue damage. >Using his leg strength to push Zaromskis back a bit, Tomioka looks to scramble for position. >Tomioka manages to come out on top, with Zaromskis pulling guard. >Tomioka stands out of guard, but remains holding the feet to prevent up-kicks. >Tomioka gets pulled down into half guard. >Tomioka stands up out of half guard and backs off, wanting the fight to continue standing. >Zaromskis counters a wayward left jab with a straight right. >Advancing, Zaromskis counters a left jab by using a right. >They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage. >A straight left fails to land and Zaromskis is able to fire back with a hard left kick to the legs. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >A speculative right hand from Tomioka doesn't find a home. >Zaromskis doesn't let Tomioka settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Zaromskis avoids a quick jab and hits a hard kick across the side. >Zaromskis moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a stinging leg kick. >Yoshihiro Tomioka won't want to take too many unchecked strikes to the legs like that. >Zaromskis fakes a shot, but gets no reaction from Tomioka. >Tomioka counters a right jab with a jab. >Zaromskis counters a left jab by using a right. >Tomioka circles as he plans his next move. >Not letting up, Zaromskis quickly steps in closer to attack Tomioka. >A wayward low left kick allows Tomioka to hit a stinging left jab. >Zaromskis switches to a traditional stance. >Zaromskis counters a wayward left jab with a quick combination that ends with a scorching right cross. Tomioka barely had time to cover up. >Zaromskis counters a left jab by using a right body kick. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Tomioka sneaks a glance at his corner. >Zaromskis presses in closer to attack. >A wayward right kick to the body allows Tomioka to hit a clean jab. >The time runs out on round one. Round 2: >And here we go, round two! >It sounded like his corner told Zaromskis to stand and try to use counter striking against Tomioka in this round. >A left hand misses, allowing Zaromskis to counter with a picture-perfect left roundhouse kick to the side of the ribs. >An errant jab sets Zaromskis up to counter-strike with a kick to the outside of the left leg. >Yoshihiro Tomioka looks to be limping slightly. >Targeting the legs is a sound strategy by Zaromskis. >It will clearly slow Tomioka down and weaken his striking. >A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Tomioka to fire back with a crisp jab. >Moving in closer, Tomioka looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Tomioka eats a stiff counter left cross and almost goes down! >Moving in closer, Zaromskis looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Tomioka uses movement to keep out reach, frustrating Zaromskis. >Tomioka keeps out of range, assessing the situation. >Not letting Tomioka settle, Zaromskis moves in closer. >Zaromskis comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Tomioka. >Tomioka is pulled into a grapple. >Zaromskis hits Tomioka with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. >Zaromskis uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Tomioka as they grapple. >Zaromskis hits Tomioka with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. >Marius Zaromskis is looking really tired. >Zaromskis uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Tomioka as they grapple. >Zaromskis hits Tomioka with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. >Zaromskis uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Tomioka. >Zaromskis hits Tomioka with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other. >Moving in closer, a tired-looking Zaromskis apparently wants to strike from the pocket. >Backing off, Tomioka makes sure to keep out of range. >Tomioka looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Zaromskis strikes first and manages to rock Tomioka with a solid left hand! >Tomioka avoids a low kick. >Marius Zaromskis looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. >A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Zaromskis to fire back with a quick series of punches. >Zaromskis counters an errant left jab with a kick to the body. >Zaromskis throws a right jab but Tomioka avoids it. >Tomioka comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Zaromskis tries to counter Tomioka with a huge left hook, but it doesn't hit the target. >A weak left kick is countered by Tomioka with a solid left jab. >An attempted inside leg kick misses, giving Tomioka the opportunity to counter with a clean jab. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Tomioka narrowly misses Zaromskis with a right uppercut. >Zaromskis steps in closer to force the issue. >Marius Zaromskis looks exhausted. >Although visibly tired, Zaromskis looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Tomioka uses his strikes to stop Zaromskis from getting too close. >Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. >Here come the official decisions. >All three judges have given Zaromskis the win. >So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Marius 'Whitemare' Zaromskis! >Official Result: Marius 'Whitemare' Zaromskis defeats 'Barbaro44' Yoshihiro Tomioka (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>9th Bout: Iliarde Santos x Masakatsu Ueda Round 1: >The fight begins! >dos Santos slips out of the way of a combination of short sharp punches. >Ueda counters an errant left jab with a crisp left hand punch. >Ueda throws a combination of rights and lefts, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >dos Santos tries to avoid the takedown. >He has the takedown! dos Santos pulls guard. >Ueda looks to pass guard and get side control. >Ueda gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control. >Ueda attempts to move to mount. >He does it, and has the mount on dos Santos. >Ueda pounds away from the mount with elbows, but is unable to land many clean shots on dos Santos. >dos Santos has a gash under his eye from that strike. >Ueda starts hammering away at dos Santos with punches. >dos Santos had better start defending himself, or this will be over! >The referee gives dos Santos time to do something, but eventually has to come in and stop the fight! >By TKO, the winner is Masakatsu Ueda! >Official Result: Masakatsu Ueda defeats Iliarde Sabino dos Santos (TKO (Strikes) in 3:18 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>10th Bout: Gunnar Nelson x Taisuke Okuno Round 1: >And here we go! >Suddenly, Nelson dives forward and tries to grab a leg! >Okuno gets his leg trapped, but is able to block a kneebar from being applied. >Nelson settles for tripping him and being pulled into guard. >Nelson starts trying to work to get past the guard. >Okuno comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Nelson in guard. >Okuno tries to catch Nelson with a punch, but it is not on target. >The clock runs down as Okuno is being smothered against the ground by Nelson. >Okuno is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Nelson off of him. >Nelson lies on top of Okuno, basically smothering him. >Nelson tries to pass the guard. >Okuno comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Nelson in guard. >Nelson gets pushed back thanks to a butterfly guard, and Okuno quickly scrambles. >Nelson is too quick though, and grabs side control before Okuno can get up. >Nelson is trying to move from side control to mount. >He can't mount Okuno. >Okuno tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Nelson tries to slip behind and take the back. >Okuno can't stop it and gives up his back! >Nelson tries to flatten Okuno out for a rear naked choke. >Okuno rolls them so that they are staring at the lights, then sharply turns over to wind up in guard. >Nelson should have gotten hooks in first before attempting a rear naked choke, and Okuno has capitalised on the mistake. >Okuno starts trying to work to get past the guard. >He can't find a way past the guard. >Grabbing an arm, Nelson attempts to lock on a triangle choke. >Nelson gets the triangle fully applied...and there's the tap out! >The winner, by submission, is Gunnar 'Gunni' Nelson! >Official Result: Gunnar 'Gunni' Nelson defeats Taisuke 'Goten' Okuno (Submission (Triangle With Armbar) in 6:58 of round 1). The match was rated as being Average.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Co-Main Event: Liu Deli x Minowaman Round 1: >And here we go! >Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage. >Moving in closer, Liu Deli looks like he may want to wrestle Minowa. >Minowa finds himself pulled into a grappling contest. >Liu Deli tries to wrestle Minowa backward and up against the ropes. >Minowa ends up backed against the ropes. >Minowa takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. >Liu Deli pins Minowa up against the ropes and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. >Liu Deli smothers Minowa up against the ropes, keeping him stuck there for over sixty seconds. >Minowa takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. >Minowa waits for Liu Deli to throw an elbow, then uses wrestling to turn him around so that Liu Deli now has his back to the ropes. >The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them. >Liu Deli looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Minowa. >Minowa is pulled into a grapple. >Liu Deli is looking to muscle Minowa back against the ropes. >Liu Deli achieves it, pinning Minowa to the ropes. >Minowa is controlled up against the ropes and takes a few left hands via some dirty boxing. >Liu Deli hits Minowa, who is pressed up against the ropes, with a nice short uppercut. >Liu Deli smothers Minowa against the ropes, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. >Liu Deli drives a knee to the thigh area. >Smothered against the ropes, Minowa is stuck there, unable to do anything, for more than sixty seconds. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >With the fighters having been stuck against the ropes for quite a while, the referee bringing them back to the center. >Minowa comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Minowa doesn't get the takedown, Liu Deli was equal to it and pulls them into a clinch. >Liu Deli looks very tired out there. >Liu Deli tries to wrestle Minowa backward and up against the ropes. >He does so, and now has Minowa pinned to the ropes. >With the ropes trapping Minowa, Liu Deli gets the underhooks in and looks for a takedown. >Minowa blocks the takedown attempt and turns Liu Deli around so that he has his back to the ropes. >With Liu Deli stuck against the ropes, Minowa gets the underhooks and looks for a takedown. >Liu Deli digs in and manages to defend the takedown. >Circling out, Liu Deli breaks free of Minowa and regroups in the center. >Minowa chooses to shoot in on Liu Deli. >Liu Deli sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Minowa down to the ground into a type of turtle position. >Liu Deli looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Turtled up, Minowa takes a short knee strike to the side of the head. >Turtled up, Minowa takes a short knee strike to the side of the head. >Minowa springs back to his feet, albeit at the expense of a few punches to the body and head. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Liu Deli, who is visibly tired, looks like he might want to get in close and wrestle with Minowa. >They start grappling, Minowa looks happy to engage Liu Deli at close quarters. >The gas tank looks empty on Liu Deli. >Getting underhooks, Minowa looks for a takedown. >Minowa can't get the takedown, Liu Deli defended it well. >Ikuhisa Minowa is breathing very hard. >A whizzer allows Liu Deli to execute a sharp turn, creating enough space so that he can pull free of the grappling. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Between rounds we could hear the corner of Liu Deli telling him to be wary of Minowa trying takedowns. >Minowa comes in quick and hits a quick series of punches. >Minowa scores with a series of quick lefts after using a feint to set them up. >Minowa avoids a jab and scores with a series of quick punches. >Although visibly tired, Minowa looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Minowa moves into the pocket. >From the pocket, Minowa hits a flurry of punches on Liu Deli. >Minowa slips past a big left and hits a great right hand, Liu Deli is knocked down! He is out! >The winner, by Knock Out; Ikuhisa Minowa! >Official Result: Ikuhisa 'Minowaman' Minowa defeats Liu Deli (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:06 of round 2). The match was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Main Event: PURE Middleweight Championship Bout: Mamed Khalidov x © Hiroshi Izumi Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Khalidov slips past a left jab and fires back with a kick to the outside of the left knee. >A left hand misses, allowing Izumi to counter with a clean left. >Izumi throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Khalidov. >Khalidov tries to step away from the takedown. >The takedown doesn't work, Khalidov saw it coming and got out of range. >Izumi throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage. >Not letting up, Khalidov steps in closer to pressure Izumi into action. >Khalidov is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Izumi seems happy to engage with Khalidov in the pocket. >Izumi uses head movement to avoid a combination of punches, then counters with a solid left jab. >A left jab misses, Khalidov counters with a barrage of hard rights, enough to put Izumi down! >Khalidov senses victory and starts to unload with punches! >Khalidov pounds away with punches and Izumi is having trouble doing anything about it! >The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! >The winner, by TKO and NEW PURE Middleweight Champion; Mamed Khalidov! >Official Result: Mamed 'Cannibal' Khalidov defeats Hiroshi Izumi (TKO (Strikes) in 3:18 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>FOTN: Yasuaki Kishimoto x Paul Taylor KOTN: Minowaman SOTN: Bendy Casimir</div></blockquote> Prediction Results: CageRage: 93-67 Jingo: 60-51 AtlantaThrasher: 9-3

wekka · August 22, 2013

PURE 58th Battle Card Finalized: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>PURE Fighting Championships 58th Battle: @ American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX AXStv Preliminary Card: First Encounter: Jon Shores (13-4) x Nick Agallar (28-8) Second Encounter: Zach Makovsky (20-5) x Yuki Shojo (18-10-2) Third Encounter: Evaldas Petrauskas (debut; European Amateur Boxing Champion) x Yodsanan Sityodtong (3-2) Fourth Encounter: Vitaly Minakov (18-3) x James Thompson (24-16) PPV Main Card: Opening Bout: Steve Bosse (15-3) x Mark Godbeer (13-3) 2nd Bout: Lion Takeshi (30-8) x Wilson Reis (21-6) 3rd Bout: Holly Holm (11-1) x Hitomi Akano (20-12) 4th Bout: Middleweight Number One Contender Match: Jesse Forbes (20-6) x Bruno Santos (17-0) 5th Bout: Tyson Griffin (21-8) x Luiz Firmino (21-8) 6th Bout: Roger Gracie (12-2) x Heath Herring (33-15) Co-Main Event: Nick Diaz (27-9) x Braulio Estima (4-1) Main Event: PURE Lightweight Championship Bout: © Paul Sass (19-2) x Joe Ellenberger (19-3) </div></blockquote>

CageRage · August 22, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 58th Battle:

@ American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Jon Shores (13-4)

x

Nick Agallar (28-8)

Second Encounter:

Zach Makovsky (20-5)

x

Yuki Shojo (18-10-2)

Third Encounter:

Evaldas Petrauskas (debut; European Amateur Boxing Champion)

x

Yodsanan Sityodtong (3-2)

Fourth Encounter:

Vitaly Minakov (18-3)

x

James Thompson (24-16)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Steve Bosse (15-3)

x

Mark Godbeer (13-3)

2nd Bout:

Lion Takeshi (30-8)

x

Wilson Reis (21-6)

3rd Bout:

Holly Holm (11-1)

x

Hitomi Akano (20-12)

4th Bout: Middleweight Number One Contender Match:

Jesse Forbes (20-6)

x

Bruno Santos (17-0)

5th Bout:

Tyson Griffin (21-8)

x

Luiz Firmino (21-8)

6th Bout:

Roger Gracie (12-2)

x

Heath Herring (33-15)

Co-Main Event:

Nick Diaz (27-9)

x

Braulio Estima (4-1)

Main Event: PURE Lightweight Championship Bout:

© Paul Sass (19-2)

x

Joe Ellenberger (19-3)

AtlantaThrasher · August 22, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 58th Battle:

@ American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Jon Shores (13-4)

x

Nick Agallar (28-8)

Second Encounter:

Zach Makovsky (20-5)

x

Yuki Shojo (18-10-2)

Third Encounter:

Evaldas Petrauskas (debut; European Amateur Boxing Champion)

x

Yodsanan Sityodtong (3-2)

Fourth Encounter:

Vitaly Minakov (18-3)

x

James Thompson (24-16)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Steve Bosse (15-3)

x

Mark Godbeer (13-3)

2nd Bout:

Lion Takeshi (30-8)

x

Wilson Reis (21-6)

3rd Bout:

Holly Holm (11-1)

x

Hitomi Akano (20-12)

4th Bout: Middleweight Number One Contender Match:

Jesse Forbes (20-6)

x

Bruno Santos (17-0)

5th Bout:

Tyson Griffin (21-8)

x

Luiz Firmino (21-8)

6th Bout:

Roger Gracie (12-2)

x

Heath Herring (33-15)

Co-Main Event:

Nick Diaz (27-9)

x

Braulio Estima (4-1)

Main Event: PURE Lightweight Championship Bout:

© Paul Sass (19-2)

x

Joe Ellenberger (19-3)

wekka · August 22, 2013

I've decided to end predictions at the point where a prognosticator reaches 100 victories.

That being said, I think CageRage is in good shape to win, so at PURE 70th Battle, he will get to organize the return grand prix in the weight class of his choosing. Afterwards, he'll decide on fifteen participants, along with the current champion, and set up first round matches.

From this point, whomever wins the the predictions will decide on a grand prix of their own choosing. If a tie occurs, both will pick an eight man gp of their choosing.

wekka · August 23, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 58th Battle @ American Airlines Center (12,554) http://reviews.ticketmaster.com/7171/399409/photo.jpg http://www.dallasnews.com/incoming/20120715-big_time_rush001.jpg.ece/BINARY/w620x413/Big_time_rush001.JPG AXStv Preliminary Card: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>First Encounter: Nick Agallar x Jon Shores Round 1: >Round one begins! >Agallar isn't drawn in by Shores feinting to his left. >Agallar counters a wayward low kick by catching it and shooting in for a takedown, but it is blocked. >Shores shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Agallar attempts to avoid Shores as he shoots in. >The takedown is completed, Agallar is on his back and pulls guard. >Shores pounds away with elbows, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Agallar is comfortable holding guard. >Agallar tries to catch Shores with a punch, but it is not on target. >Agallar is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shores off of him. >Shores tries to pound on Agallar, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >Shores blocks Agallar as he tries to get enough separation to scramble up. >Shores punches down at Agallar, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Shores looks to pass guard and get side control. >He eventually passes, but only into half guard. >Shores tries to ensnare Agallar in an arm triangle. >Agallar defends himself well and is in no danger. >Using an underhook to set it up, Agallar looks to scramble for position. >Shores seizes the opportunity, Agallar was too slow and gets caught in side control. >Shores tries to ensnare Agallar in an armbar. >Shores gets an armbar fully applied! >Out of the blue, Agallar pops his arm free! Shores must not have had it locked in as tight as it looked. >Using an underhook to set it up, Agallar looks to scramble for position. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >The scramble leaves Agallar on his back pulling guard. >Shores begins trying to pass the guard. >He can't find a way past the guard. >Agallar works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position. >Shores seizes the opportunity, Agallar was too slow and can do no more than turtle up with his opponent on top. >Shores hits a short knee to the side of the head of the turtled Agallar. >Shores unloads with big right hands to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Agallar. >Agallar springs back to his feet, albeit at the expense of a few punches to the body and head. >A left hand misses, allowing Shores to counter with a quick right that lands flush, knocking Agallar down! >Agallar, stunned, is mounted! >Shores tries to pound on Agallar with elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >Agallar tries to get enough space to pull half guard, but Shores doesn't allow it. >Shores tries to pound on Agallar, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >Agallar tries to get enough space to pull half guard, but Shores doesn't allow it. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Shores pounds away with punches, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Agallar covers up well. >Shores maintains control, despite Agallar trying to wriggle free. >Shores tries to set up Agallar for an armbar. >Shores gets the armbar fully applied, but too late - the round ends! >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >And here we go, round two! >From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Agallar has been instructed to avoid getting taken down at all costs. >Shores steps back to avoid a left jab. >Shores hits a flurry of quick punches. >Both fighters throw strikes at the same time, both miss. >Backing out of range, Shores circles tentatively. >Agallar seems to be waiting for Shores to make a move. >Breathing very hard, Nick Agallar is looking ragged. >Agallar throws three punches in quick succession, but Shores was out of range. >Shores doesn't press the issue, allowing Agallar to circle. >Agallar throws a left jab but Shores avoids it. >Shores looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Shores is in the pocket, ready to attack Agallar. >Shores shoots in, looking for a close range double leg. >Agallar stuffs the takedown attempt and then pulls Shores into a clinch. >Agallar and Shores separate and we're back to a stand-off. >Agallar keeps out of range, assessing the situation. >Shores steps in closer to force the issue. >From the looks of things, I don't think Nick Agallar has much energy left. >Breathing very hard, Jon Shores is looking ragged. >Shores comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket. >Agallar uses movement to keep out reach, frustrating Shores. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >A straight left from Agallar fails to land. >The fight slows as Shores sits back and allows Agallar to circle. >A tired Shores moves forward, looking for a takedown. >Agallar stuffs the takedown attempt, but can't do anything about being pushed up against the ropes. >Shores misses with a foot stomp. >Shores nails Agallar with a hard right hand to the side of the head, stunning him. >With the ropes trapping Agallar, Shores looks to try and take him down. >Agallar stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple and put Shores against the ropes. >From the looks of things, I don't think Jon Shores has much energy left. >Agallar attempts to throw an elbow, but Shores tightens the clinch, preventing the blow from being launched. >Nick Agallar looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. >Agallar attempts to throw an elbow, but Shores tightens the clinch, preventing the blow from being launched. >Shores is trapped against the ropes and Agallar punishes him with some dirty boxing. >Agallar tries to use dirty boxing against Shores, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. >Shores is trapped against the ropes and Agallar punishes him with some dirty boxing. >The referee decides that the grappling against the ropes has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. >A jab misses and Shores counters with a sharp kick just above the hip. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Agallar slams a crisp right into the gloves of Shores, but can't follow up. >The fight slows as Shores sits back and allows Agallar to circle. >Agallar throws a looping punch, but Shores avoids it. >It seems that Shores is happy to let Agallar circle for the moment. >The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. >The official decisions are being reported now. >All three judges have given the victory to Shores. >So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Killer' Jon Shores! >Official Result: 'Killer' Jon Shores defeats Nick Agallar (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Second Encounter: Yuki Shojo x Zach Makovsky Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Makovsky to fire back with a solid right jab. >Makovsky shoots in for a takedown. >Shojo looks to grab a guillotine off the takedown. >Shojo is unable to apply the guillotine choke. >Shojo cannot stop the takedown, and only catches Makovsky in half guard. >Makovsky looks to get past the half guard. >Shojo doesn't let Makovsky get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place. >Shojo works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position. >Makovsky seizes the opportunity, Shojo was too slow and can do no more than turtle up with his opponent on top. >Shojo springs back to his feet, albeit at the expense of a few punches to the body and head. >After a flurry of punches miss, Shojo is able to strike back with a solid left. >Makovsky circles, looking for an opening. >Shojo doesn't let Makovsky settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Shojo comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Makovsky looks to grab a guillotine off the takedown. >The takedown is too good, the attempted guillotine is lost. >Shojo has the takedown! Makovsky pulls half guard. >Shojo throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. >Shojo reaches over and tries to lock Makovsky in an arm triangle. >Makovsky doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied. >Makovsky tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Shojo doesn't allow it. >Shojo looks to get past the half guard. >Makovsky doesn't let Shojo get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place. >Using an underhook to set it up, Makovsky looks to scramble for position. >Shojo seizes the opportunity, Makovsky was too slow and can do no more than turtle up with his opponent on top. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Shojo rolls Makovsky out of turtle position and into side control. >Shojo tries to lock Makovsky in an arm triangle. >Makovsky fights off the arm triangle attempt. >Shojo blocks an attempted sweep. >Shojo attempts to roll Makovsky slightly and take his back. >Shojo isn't able to get behind Makovsky this time around. >Shojo blocks an attempt to pull guard. >Shojo tries to get into the mount position. >He can't get the mount. >Makovsky tries to pull guard on Shojo but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. >Shojo looks to get a mount. >He can't mount Makovsky. >Shojo blocks an attempt to pull guard. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. >Makovsky looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Not wanting to grapple, Shojo uses strikes to keep Makovsky at a distance. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. Round 2: >Round two begins! >Shojo steps back to avoid a flurry of punches. >Zach Makovsky is breathing very hard. >Makovsky moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >A jab misses and Shojo counters with a series of quick punches. >Moving in closer, a tired-looking Makovsky apparently wants to strike from the pocket. >The two fighters move closer, ready to strike. >Shojo dodges a jab, and fires back with a punch. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Makovsky has the angle to counter with a nice right. >Always alert, Shojo uses good head movement to avoid a barrage of big right hands. >Shojo uses head movement to avoid a left jab. >Shojo comes in, looking for a quick double leg takedown from close range. >Shojo gets the takedown! Makovsky pulls guard. >Shojo attempts to pass guard. >Makovsky comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Shojo in guard. >Makovsky attempts a triangle choke on Shojo from the bottom of the guard. >Shojo blocks the triangle attempt. >Shojo smothers Makovsky with his body by pushing forward and down. >Makovsky is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shojo off of him. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Shojo begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >Shojo isn't able to pass guard on this attempt. >Yuki Shojo is breathing very hard. >Makovsky tries to ensnare Shojo in a triangle. >Shojo blocks the attempt. >Shojo lies on top of Makovsky, basically smothering him. >Shojo looks to get past the guard. >Makovsky is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Shojo firmly in guard. >Shojo leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Makovsky. >Zach Makovsky seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. >Moving in closer, a tired-looking Shojo apparently wants to strike from the pocket. >Backing off, Makovsky makes sure to keep out of range. >Despite being tired, Makovsky looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Shojo. >Shojo is too quick, and manages to hit Makovsky with a good clean left jab. >Slowed down by physical tiredness, Shojo still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Shojo is in the pocket, ready to attack Makovsky. >Makovsky uses head movement to make sure that a massive overhand left doesn't find a home. >Yuki Shojo looks very, very tired. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Makovsky slips past a jab and scores with a nice right. >Slipping past a right jab, Shojo hits a jab. >Shojo tries for a right jab but Makovsky uses head movement to avoid it. >Shojo uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by. >The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. >The official decisions are being reported now. >All three judges give the result in favour of Shojo. >So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Yuki Shojo! >Official Result: Yuki Shojo defeats Zach 'Fun Size' Makovsky (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Third Encounter: Yodsanan Sityodtong x Evaldas Petrauskas Round 1: >We are underway! >A tidy combination doesn't find a home, giving Sityodtong the opportunity to counter with a stinging left jab. >Sityodtong counters a one-two combination with a crisp left hand punch. >Sityodtong bobs and weaves, trying to get Petrauskas to commit. >A left jab misses and Petrauskas strikes back with a series of big right hands, trapping Sityodtong against the ropes! >Getting destroyed, Sityodtong falls to the ground...but the blows keep on landing! >The referee pulls Petrauskas away, stopping the match! >The winner, by TKO; Evaldas Petrauskas! >Official Result: 'The Great Lithuanian Hope' Evaldas Petrauskas defeats Yodsanan '3K Battery' Sityodtong (TKO (Strikes) in 1:24 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Fourth Encounter: James Thompson x Vitaly Minakov Round 1: >And here we go! >Thompson feints left and tries to get Minakov to commit to a strike, but gets no joy. >Thompson counters some wild swings with a nice left hand. >A jab misses, allowing Minakov to counter-strike with two straight lefts. >Minakov throws a couple of wild punches as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Thompson sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Minakov down to the ground into a type of turtle position. >Minakov doesn't let Thompson roll him onto his back. >Thompson tries to roll Minakov and get a side mount, but can't do it. >Minakov gets back to his feet. >Thompson throws a left jab but Minakov avoids it. >Thompson comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >He gets into range. >Minakov uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by. >Minakov shoots in, looking for a close range double leg. >A good sprawl stops the takedown, and Minakov is brought down to the mat in a loose front facelock. >Minakov doesn't let Thompson roll him onto his back. >In turtle position Minakov does not allow Thompson to roll him over. >Thompson finds his efforts to roll the turtled Minakov over and secure side control fruitless. >Minakov gets back to his feet. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Thompson is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Seeing a takedown opportunity, Minakov goes for a single leg, but Thompson is equal to it. >Minakov steps back to avoid a left jab. >Minakov swings wildly to get Thompson to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >A good sprawl stops the takedown, and Minakov is brought down to the mat in a loose front facelock. >Thompson finds his efforts to roll the turtled Minakov over and secure side control fruitless. >Thompson finds his efforts to roll the turtled Minakov over and secure side control fruitless. >Minakov gets back to his feet. >A jab misses, allowing Minakov to counter-strike with a clean jab. >A straight left by Thompson keeps Minakov from advancing. >Minakov comes in closer to press the issue. >Minakov slips past a left jab and fires back with a left. >Thompson throws a looping punch, but Minakov avoids it. >Not letting Thompson settle at all, Minakov comes in closer. >Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything. >There's under a minute left in this round. >Minakov shoots in for a takedown. >Thompson sprawls well, and Minakov is forced down to his knees, almost turtled up. >Thompson tries to roll Minakov and get a side mount, but can't do it. >Taking advantage of a pause, Minakov stands up. >Round one ends as time expires. Round 2: >Round two begins! >Minakov doesn't get drawn in as Thompson feints a kick. >A couple of wild haymakers are used to set up a takedown attempt from Minakov. >Thompson sprawls well, and Minakov is forced down to his knees, almost turtled up. >Minakov doesn't let Thompson roll him onto his back. >Minakov gets back to his feet. >Thompson is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Minakov. >They start grappling, Minakov looks happy to engage Thompson at close quarters. >Minakov uses underhooks to gain solid control, and is looking for a takedown. >Thompson blocks the takedown attempt. >Thompson tries to get clear of the grapple, but Minakov holds him in place. >Breathing very hard, James Thompson is looking ragged. >Getting underhooks, Minakov looks for a takedown. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Thompson blocked Minakov. >Vitaly Minakov looks very tired out there. >Thompson tries to uses a whizzer to turn Minakov, but is blocked from doing so. >Minakov looks to scoop his opponent up for a slam. >Thompson doesn't allow himself to be lifted, and he gets away from Minakov. >Minakov throws a wild and sloppy right hand as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Minakov gets caught out and eats a stiff left jab. >Thompson counters a wayward left jab with a straight left. >Minakov throws a speculative right, but it is nowhere near hitting. >Time slips away as Thompson doesn't press Minakov, allowing him to circle. >Minakov chooses to move forward and try to take Thompson down. >A counter right cross is too slow to catch Minakov. >Thompson gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. >Minakov begins trying to pass the guard. >Thompson can't do anything about the pass, and is left under side control. >Vitaly Minakov seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Minakov looks to roll Thompson slightly and slip behind. >He rolls Thompson over a little...and slips behind to take the back! >Minakov successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. >Minakov attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. >Thompson doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. >James Thompson looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. >Thompson attempts to pull free of the hooks, but Minakov doesn't allow it. >With both hooks in, Minakov tries to flatten Thompson out for the rear naked choke. >The rear naked choke is fully applied, Minakov has Thompson flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! >Vitaly Minakov takes the win by submission! >Official Result: Vitaly Minakov defeats James 'Colossus' Thompson (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:40 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> PPV Main Card: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Opening Bout: Mark Godbeer x Steve Bosse Round 1: >We are underway! >Bosse catches a right leg kick and goes for a takedown and gets it! Godbeer has to pull guard. >Bosse tries to pound on Godbeer, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >Godbeer goes for the sweep from the bottom of the guard. >Godbeer sweeps Bosse over, breaking guard, and they both end up scrambling back to their feet. >Backing out of range, Godbeer circles tentatively. >Not letting up, Bosse steps in closer to pressure Godbeer into action. >Bosse uses a flurry of lefts and rights to get Godbeer to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Bosse can't get past the sprawl of Godbeer, and finds himself pushed face-down to the ground. >Godbeer hits a kick to the body of the turtled Bosse. >Godbeer can't stop Bosse getting back up after that kick. >Godbeer comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Bosse strikes first and manages to rock Godbeer with a solid right! >Bosse throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Godbeer tries to step away from the takedown. >Bosse can't get the takedown, Godbeer was too quick to back away. >Bosse steps back to avoid a leg kick. >Godbeer looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Bosse. >Godbeer is in the pocket, ready to attack Bosse. >Seeing a low kick coming, Bosse strikes first with a flurry of quick punches. >Godbeer dodges a jab, and fires back with a barrage of punches which sting Bosse and cause him to try and cover up! >Bosse falls to the ground! Godbeer continues to pound away, sensing victory! >The referee jumps in and saves Bosse from taking any more shots! >Mark 'The Hand Of' Godbeer takes the win by TKO! >Official Result: Mark 'The Hand Of' Godbeer defeats Steve 'The Boss' Bosse (TKO (Strikes) in 4:52 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>2nd Bout: Wilson Reis x Lion Takeshi Round 1: >Round one begins! >Reis avoids a low kick. >Reis shoots in for a takedown. >Inoue stuffs the takedown attempt and then pulls Reis into a clinch. >Inoue tries to get Reis into a Muay Thai clinch. >Inoue manages it, and now controls Reis by the back of the head. >From the clinch, Inoue drives a knee into the face of Reis! >Inoue maintains his control of the clinch despite Reis trying to grapple out of it. >From the clinch, Inoue drives a brutal elbow to the side of the head. >Inoue finds an attempted knee strike caught, and the leverage allows Reis to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch. >Inoue throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage. >Reis quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >Reis feints to one side and then throws a spinning back fist but Inoue avoids it by mere inches. >Inoue goes to the body and then to the head with a tidy combination to get Reis to cover up, then shoots in. >Reis saw the takedown coming, he tries to grab a guillotine. >The takedown is too fast, Reis cannot grab the guillotine. >He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. >Inoue fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. >Reis bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. >Reis ends up in guard. >Reis looks to pass guard and get side control. >He can't find a way past the guard. >Inoue secures an arm and tries to ensnare Reis in a triangle. >Reis doesn't let Inoue get it. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Reis throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. >Inoue tries to ensnare Reis in a triangle. >Reis blocks the attempt. >Reis tries to pass the guard. >Reis isn't able to pass guard on this attempt. >Inoue tries to pull Reis into a guillotine choke from the bottom of the guard. >Reis stops Inoue from applying it. >In guard, Reis begins working to pass to side control. >Inoue keeps Reis in guard. >Inoue gets the double underhooks in and pulls Reis close, controlling him well. >The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up. >Inoue is getting in closer to Reis, perhaps looking for a clinch. >Inoue ends up grabbing Reis in a Muay Thai clinch. >From the clinch, Reis gets hit with a knee to the body! >Reis wrestles free of the Muay Thai clinch after blocking a knee strike. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Reis keeps out of range, assessing the situation. >Inoue quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. >You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all. Round 2: >Round two begins! >From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Reis has been instructed to push the pace and try to overwhelm Inoue in this round. >Inoue avoids several big left hands and counters with a great combination, ending with a beauty of a right cross. >Inoue almost tastes a head kick after falling for a feinted inside leg kick. >Inoue avoids a barrage of punches and hits a couple of nice rights. >Wilson Reis is breathing very hard. >Takeshi Inoue is breathing very hard. >Reis steps in, feints a kick, then darts back out. >Reis feints stepping in. >Reis comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket. >The two fighters move closer, ready to strike. >Inoue covers up to take several right hands. >Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done. >Reis throws a barrage of big punches but Inoue bobs and weaves, not letting any of them find a home, and grabs a clinch. >With Reis in his grasp, Inoue tries to set up a judo-style throw. >An outside leg trip sweeps Reis down to the ground, where he is left on his back under side control! >Inoue looks to roll Reis slightly and slip behind. >Reis can't stop it and gives up his back! >Inoue tries to lock Reis in an armbar. >The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Reis has to tap out! >Takeshi Inoue takes the victory by way of submission! >Official Result: Takeshi 'Lion Takeshi' Inoue defeats Wilson Reis (Submission (Armbar) in 4:01 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>3rd Bout: Hitomi Akano x Holly Holm Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Akano steps back to avoid a leg kick. >Holm throws a leg kick but Akano avoids it. >Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither hits a telling strike. >Holm slips past a right jab and fires back with a hard leg kick. >Holm looks like she wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Akano. >Akano tries to take down Holm as she steps in, but she blocks it. >Moving forward, Holm counters a right jab with a clean jab. >Holm looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Akano seems happy to engage with Holm in the pocket. >Using good head movement, Akano slips past a tight combination and hits a punch. >Holm uses head movement to cause a right jab to sail harmlessly by. >Using good head movement, Akano slips past a tight combination and hits a jab. >A right jab misses, Akano counters with a solid punch. >Holm uses head movement to cause a right jab to sail harmlessly by. >A leg kick gets checked by Akano. >Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt. >Akano backs away to create some more space. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant. >Moving in closer, Holm looks like she wants to strike from the pocket. >Akano sees a chance to dive for a single leg, but Holm is able to defend against it. >Akano sneaks a glance at her corner. >The fight slows as Holm sits back and allows Akano to circle. >Moving in closer, Holm looks like she wants to strike from the pocket. >Holm cannot get close enough to the elusive Akano. >Holm throws a leg kick but Akano avoids it. >Moving forward, Akano counters a right jab with a clean jab. >Akano uses a left hook to the body, but misses. >Not letting Akano settle at all, Holm comes in closer. >Akano slips out of the way of a jab. >Holm looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >The two fighters move closer, ready to strike. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Holm looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Akano seems happy to grapple with Holm. >Akano is trying to muscle Holm up against the ropes. >Holm out-wrestles her though. >Holm uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Akano. >Holm is trying to muscle Akano up against the ropes. >Holm does it, Akano is stuck with her back to the ropes. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. Round 2: >We are back underway! >Between rounds, her corner told Akano to use her movement more in this round. >Both fighters throw strikes at the same time, both miss. >In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch. >Akano looks to get some strikes in, but Holm seizes the moment and wrestles her way into control of the grapple. >Holm hits Akano with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. >Holly Holm looks very tired out there. >Holm tries to wrestle Akano backward and up against the ropes. >Holm manages it, and controls Akano up against the ropes. >Holm steps back from Akano and looks to unleash some strikes. >A right jab misses, Holm counters with a left body kick. >Akano sees a kick being set up and uses that opportunity to step forward and hit a clean punch. >Akano lands a crisp jab. >Good head movement allows Akano to roll past an attempted knock out punch and hit a punch. >Holm shows good head movement to avoid getting caught with a jab. >A left cross misses, giving Akano the perfect angle to counter-strike with a clean right jab. >Holly Holm looks very, very tired. >Slipping past a one-two combination, Akano has the angle to counter with a clean punch. >Working from in the pocket, Akano catches Holm with a solid right jab. >Akano avoids a scorching uppercut and come back with a straight right. >Slipping past the blow, Akano counters an attempted knock out punch with a crisp right jab. >Akano lands a crisp jab. >Holm gets hit with a crisp jab to the jaw, rocking her head back. >Using good head movement, Akano ducks under a punch and scores with a nice jab. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Slipping past the blow, Akano counters an attempted knock out punch with a clean right jab. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Akano has the angle to counter with a clean punch. >Holly Holm looks like she is completely out of gas. >Working from in the pocket, Akano catches Holm with a solid right jab. >Akano hits a right jab from the pocket. >Akano scores with a right jab from the pocket. >Akano hits a nice crisp right jab. >Akano hits a nice crisp right jab. >From the pocket, Akano catches Holm with a crisp jab. >Holm takes a stiff jab. >Holm takes a stiff jab. >Holm eats a stiff jab. >Akano snaps off a nice right jab from the pocket. >The blow can't dampen the competitive spirit of Holm who keeps coming forward. >Akano scores with a right jab from the pocket. >Using good head movement, Akano ducks under a punch and scores with a straight right. >Good head movement allows Akano to roll past an attempted knock out punch and counter with a punch. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >From the pocket, Akano hits a stiff jab. >Holm takes a stiff jab. >Holm takes a stiff jab. >The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. >Here come the official decisions. >All three judges have Akano down as the winner. >Akano wins by unanimous decision! >Official Result: 'Girlfight Monster' Hitomi Akano defeats Holly 'Hottie' Holm (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>4th Bout: Middleweight Number One Contender Match: Bruno Santos x Jesse Forbes Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Santos just slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes, having been off balance after falling for a feint. >Forbes darts in, feints a jab, darts back out. >They both meet with strikes, but neither does any damage. >Forbes is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Forbes is in the pocket, ready to attack Santos. >Santos uses head movement to avoid a left jab. >Forbes catches Santos with a solid jab. >Forbes uses a nice left jab from the pocket. >A left jab misses, Santos counters with a solid left jab. >An exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >A left jab misses the mark and allows Santos to counter with a left jab to the cheek. >Santos takes a stiff jab. >Forbes hits a left jab from the pocket. >Forbes throws a left jab but Santos uses good head movement to make sure it slips by. >From the pocket, Forbes connects on Santos with a stiff jab. >A left jab misses, giving Forbes the chance to hit back with a crisp left jab. >Forbes lands a crisp jab. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Forbes lands a crisp jab. >Santos takes a couple of quick steps back, getting out of range. >Forbes feints an attack, keeping Santos on his toes. >A couple of wild haymakers are used to set up a takedown attempt from Santos. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Forbes blocked Santos. >Forbes comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Strikes from Santos keep Forbes from stepping in too close. >A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate. >Forbes shoots in for a takedown. >Santos first stuffs the takedown attempt, then manages to wrestle Forbes the the floor! Forbes has to pull guard. >Santos begins trying to pass the guard. >Forbes keeps his guard secure. >Forbes attempts to grab an arm of Santos from the bottom of the guard. >Santos fends off Forbes, and spins to side control in a great show of skill. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Santos attempts to move to mount. >He can't get the mount. >Forbes tries to break free and scramble for position, but Santos keeps him trapped. >Santos throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. Round 2: >Round two begins! >A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate. >Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up grappling. >Santos tries to take Forbes down. >The takedown is successful, Forbes pulls guard. >Santos looks to pass guard and get side control. >He can't find a way past the guard. >Forbes attempts to lock on a triangle choke. >In a show of great skill, Santos spins out of the triangle attempt and gains side control. >Santos attempts the mount. >Forbes doesn't let Santos get the mount, and so he remains at side control. >Forbes tries to grab an arm-in guillotine. >Santos blocks it. >Santos starts trying to work to go from side control to mount. >Forbes keeps Santos from mounting him. >Forbes tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. >Santos tries to get into the mount position. >He can't mount Forbes. >Forbes tries to pull guard on Santos but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. >Santos looks to roll Forbes slightly and slip behind. >He can't take the back. >Forbes tries to lock on an arm-in guillotine from the bottom of side control. >Santos defends it easily. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Santos looks to roll Forbes slightly and slip behind. >He can't take the back. >Forbes looks like he is thinking about an arm-in guillotine attempt. >Santos defends it easily. >Bruno Santos doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. >Santos gets Forbes with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power. >The fight slows as Forbes sits back and allows Santos to circle. >Santos throws a looping punch, but Forbes avoids it. >Time slips away as Forbes doesn't press Santos, allowing him to circle. >Forbes looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Santos. >Santos tries to counter by dropping down and going for a single leg, but Forbes defended it well. >Santos circles as he plans his next move. >Not letting up, Forbes steps in closer to pressure Santos into action. >Bruno Santos looks very, very tired. >Santos keeps his cool as Forbes throws a feint to the left. >Forbes looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Santos tries to counter with a takedown, but Forbes defended it well. >There's under a minute left in this round. >Santos circles around Forbes. >Forbes seems to be waiting for Santos to make a move. >Santos throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage. >Forbes comes in closer to press the issue. >We reach the time limit and this fight is over. >The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced. >All three judges give the result in favour of Forbes. >Forbes wins by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Jesse 'Kid Hercules' Forbes defeats Bruno 'Carioca' Santos (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>5th Bout: Luiz Firmino x Tyson Griffin Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Firmino slips out of the way of a combination of short sharp punches. >Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage. >A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Firmino. >Firmino doesn't get the takedown, Griffin was equal to it and pulls them into a clinch. >Griffin uses underhooks to gain solid control, and is looking for a takedown. >Griffin doesn't get the takedown, Firmino instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. >With control of the clinch, Firmino tries to complete a takedown. >The takedown doesn't work, Griffin defended it well. >Griffin pushes away and manages to get clear of the grapple. >Griffin uses a smart combination to get Firmino to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Firmino is left on his back pulling guard. >Griffin looks to get past the guard. >He manages to pass, but only to half guard. >Griffin begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. >He can't find a way past half guard. >Firmino tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Griffin doesn't allow it. >In half guard, Griffin catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. >Griffin attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position. >Firmino doesn't let Griffin get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place. >Firmino tries to pull Griffin into a guillotine choke from the bottom of half guard. >Griffin blocks it. >We move into the second half of this round. >Griffin fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. >Firmino attempts to guillotine Griffin from the bottom of half guard. >Griffin defends it well. >With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. >Firmino uses a flurry of lefts and rights to get Griffin to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Griffin sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Firmino down to the ground into a type of turtle position. >Griffin rolls the turtled Firmino over and secures side control. >Griffin fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >Griffin holds Firmino in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs. >Griffin looks to get a mount. >Firmino doesn't allow Griffin to get the mount. >Firmino tries to sweep Griffin but only succeeds in ending up under north-south position instead. >Firmino takes a knee strike to the head. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Griffin shifts from north-south to side control. >Griffin begins trying to get himself behind Firmino. >Firmino is in big trouble as he is forced to give up his back! >Firmino is in huge trouble now, as Griffin successfully gets both hooks in. >The time runs out on round one. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Griffin moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a barrage of huge rights, knocking Firmino down! >Griffin knows that this is a golden opportunity, and quickly pounces on Firmino, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! >Griffin pounds away on Firmino, landing several great shots that rock Firmino! >The referee leaps in and stops the fight! >Firmino is angry with the referee, and perhaps rightly - it did look like an early stoppage. >Tyson Griffin takes the win by TKO! >Official Result: Tyson Griffin defeats Luiz 'Buscape' Firmino (TKO (Strikes) in 0:37 of round 2). The match was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>6th Bout: Heath Herring x Roger Gracie Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Herring drops a shoulder, trying to sucker Gracie in with a feint. >Herring throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Gracie. >Gracie tries to step away from the takedown. >Herring can't get the takedown, Gracie was too quick to back away. >Herring waits for a flurry of wild swings to stop, then hits a left. >Herring gets Gracie with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power. >Not letting Herring settle at all, Gracie comes in closer. >Gracie comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Herring tries to avoid Gracie. >Herring avoids the takedown attempt. >Herring looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Gracie. >Gracie sees a chance to dive for a single leg, but Herring is able to defend against it. >Gracie throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage. >Herring doesn't let Gracie settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Herring stalks Gracie back toward the corner. >Herring throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Gracie. >He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Gracie has to pull guard. >Herring begins trying to pass the guard. >He can't get free of the guard. >Gracie attempts to lock on a triangle choke. >In a show of great skill, Herring spins out of the triangle attempt and gains side control. >In side control, Herring begins working to get a mount. >Advancing his position, he gets mount. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Herring pounds away with punches from the mount and Gracie is having trouble doing anything about it! >The referee pulls Herring away, stopping the match! >Heath Herring takes the victory by way of TKO! >Official Result: 'The Texas Crazy Horse' Heath Herring defeats Roger Gracie (TKO (Strikes) in 5:48 of round 1). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Co-Main Event: Braulio Estima x Nick Diaz Round 1: >We are underway! >Diaz feints rushing in, but Estima doesn't fall for it. >Diaz uses a nice combination as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Estima sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Estima avoided Diaz. >Diaz looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Estima. >Estima moves in too, and they start to grapple. >Looking to take this fight to the ground, Diaz tries to pull Estima down into his guard. >The attempt is successful, Estima is sucked down into his guard. >Diaz tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard. >Diaz uses an attempted kimura to flip his opponent and get side control. >Diaz attempts an armbar. >Estima blocks it. >Estima pulls half guard. >Diaz looks to get past the half guard. >He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt. >Estima attempts to grab an arm of Diaz from the bottom of half guard. >Diaz blocks it. >Diaz looks to pass half guard and get side control. >He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt. >Estima tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of half guard. >Diaz doesn't let his arm get taken. >Diaz punches down at Estima, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Estima transitions from half guard to full guard. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Diaz throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. >Diaz fires away with big elbows, but Estima keeps the guard secure and doesn't take any undue damage. >Grabbing an arm, Estima attempts to lock on a triangle choke. >Diaz blocks the triangle attempt. >Diaz throws a few left hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. >Estima tries to get double underhooks on Diaz so that he can get some control, but can't get them. >Diaz starts trying to work to get past the guard. >Estima is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Diaz firmly in guard. >Estima attempts to lock on a triangle choke. >Diaz doesn't let Estima get it. >The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Estima shoots in for a takedown. >Diaz looks to grab a guillotine off the takedown. >The guillotine attempt doesn't work. >Estima gets the takedown, but as soon as Diaz hits the ground he spins out and away and gets back to his feet. >Diaz looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Seeing an opportunity, Estima avoids the grapple and goes straight into a takedown, putting Diaz down into guard. >Estima fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. >Round one ends as time expires. Round 2: >And here we go, round two! >A jab misses, allowing Diaz to counter-strike with a barrage of hard left hands, enough to put Estima down! >Diaz knows that this is a golden opportunity, and quickly pounces on Estima, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! >Estima shows great instincts, pulling half guard to put a halt to the shower of punches. >Diaz fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. >Estima gets some separation and tries to scramble for position. >The scramble ends with both fighters back on their feet, facing each other. >Diaz comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >The two fighters move closer, ready to strike. >Diaz throws a barrage of big punches but Estima bobs and weaves, not letting any of them find a home. >Diaz throws a flurry of rights and lefts, but Estima covers up well. >Diaz uses head movement to dodge a jab, and counters with a crisp right hook to the body. >Diaz throws a flurry of punches but Estima covers up well. >Diaz circles away, creating some distance between them. >Estima slips out of the way of a combination of short sharp punches. >Estima steps back to avoid a right jab. >Nick Diaz is breathing very hard. >Although visibly tired, Diaz looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Diaz is now standing in the pocket. >Good head movement allows Estima to avoid a flurry of rights and lefts. >Standing in the pocket, Estima chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Diaz. >Diaz counters with a right jab that catches Estima hard. >Estima covers up in the face of a combination of short sharp punches, then fires back with a jab. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >A flurry of rights and lefts miss, allowing Estima to hit back with a crisp jab. >Estima avoids a flurry of rights and lefts and hits a left jab to the cheek. >Diaz feints left and tries to get Estima to commit to a strike, but gets no joy. >Estima avoids a jab. >Nick Diaz seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >Estima throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Diaz strikes first and manages to rock Estima with a solid left hook, sending him down to the ground, stunned! >Almost immediately Estima has shaken it off and is ready for Diaz. >Estima is allowed to stand back up, Diaz simply stepped away. >Estima comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Diaz tries to counter Estima with a huge left hook, but it doesn't hit the target. >Despite being tired, Diaz looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Estima. >Diaz can't get near enough to engage, Estima uses strikes to keep him out of range. >Diaz circles and can clearly be heard talking trash to his opponent. >It seems that Estima is happy to let Diaz circle for the moment. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Slowed down by physical tiredness, Diaz still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Diaz and Estima get closer, both looking eager to engage at close range. >There's a double leg attempt from Estima, from the pocket. >A counter right catches Estima above the eye. >Nick Diaz looks exhausted. >Estima avoids a flurry of punches. >Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. >The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions. >All three judges have Diaz down as the winner. >Making Nick Diaz the winner by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Nick Diaz defeats Braulio 'Carcara' Estima (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Main Event: PURE Lightweight Championship Bout: Joe Ellenberger x © Paul Sass Round 1: >The fight begins! >Sass moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Ellenberger looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Ellenberger grabs Sass and pulls him into a grapple. >Ellenberger is trying to muscle Sass up against the ropes. >He does so, and now has Sass pinned to the ropes. >Ellenberger tries to smother Sass against the ropes, but is struggling to maintain control. >Out of the blue, Sass finds a way to slap on a guillotine, and is able to take Ellenberger down with it! >Ellenberger gets caught in a guillotine, but is not tapping! >Sass must not have it totally sunk in. >Sass finally gives it up and lets go, but may have gassed his arms in the submission attempt. >Ellenberger keeps Sass guessing with a few quick strikes. >Sass grabs an arm and raises his legs, trying to lock Ellenberger into a triangle choke. >Ellenberger blocks the triangle attempt. >Ellenberger throws a few right hands to the body. >Ellenberger throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. >Sass attempts to lock on a triangle choke. >Ellenberger defends well against it. >Ellenberger tries to control Sass against the ground, but finds it a struggle. >Sass tries to sweep Ellenberger but can't do it. >Ellenberger throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. >Sass applies double underhooks and keeps Ellenberger from launching any attacks. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up. >Sass shoots in for a takedown. >Ellenberger sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Sass down to the ground into a type of turtle position. >Ellenberger finds his efforts to roll the turtled Sass over and secure side control fruitless. >Sass gets back to his feet. >Ellenberger looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Sass tries to single leg Ellenberger as he moves forward, but he is too quick to step away. >Ellenberger looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Sass. >Ellenberger grabs Sass and pulls him into a grapple. >Ellenberger is trying to push Sass so that his back is up against the ropes. >He does so, and now has Sass pinned to the ropes. >Ellenberger drives a knee to the thigh area twice in quick succession. >Sass wrestles back against Ellenberger, turning him around so that he now has his back to the ropes. >With the ropes trapping Ellenberger, Sass looks to try and take him down. >Ellenberger blocks the takedown attempt and turns Sass around so that he has his back to the ropes. >Ellenberger pins Sass up against the ropes and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. >Ellenberger stomps down on his opponent's foot. >Sass struggles back against Ellenberger, not allowing him to control the grappling. >Sass catches an unsuspecting Ellenberger in a standing guillotine! >Sass gets the guillotine fully applied and Ellenberger has to tap out! >The winner by submission and STILL PURE Lightweight Champion; Paul Sass! >Official Result: Paul 'Sassangle' Sass defeats Joe 'Excalibur' Ellenberger (Submission (Guillotine) in 9:02 of round 1). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>FOTN: Mark Godbeer x Steve Bosse KOTN: Evaldas Petrauskas SOTN: Nick Diaz</div></blockquote> Prediction Results: CageRage: 100-72 Jingo: 60-51 AtlantaThrasher: 15-9

wekka · August 23, 2013

PURE 59th Battle Card Finalized: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>PURE Fighting Championships 59th Battle @ Seoul Olympic Arena AXStv Preliminary Card: First Encounter: Tetsu "Hadairo" Suzuki (19-14-3) x John Albert (13-5) Second Encounter: Gan McGee (16-8) x Adam Parkes (11-3) Third Encounter: Martin Desilets (16-6) x Besiki Gerinava (16-5-1) Fourth Encounter: Andrey Fedosov (debut; Ukrainian Boxing Champion) x Dhafir "DADA 5000" Harris (5-1) PPV Main Card: Opening Bout: Michal Materla (25-5) x Eugene Fadiora (21-4) 2nd Bout: Ajilin Ahmic (14-2) x Chris Birchler (10-2) 3rd Bout: Seo Hee Ham (13-7) x Felice Herrig (15-6) 4th Bout: Flyweight Number One Contender Match: Atsushi Yamamoto (23-9-3) x Jose Maria Tome (39-5-2) 5th Bout: Dongi Yang (15-4) x Hae Jun Yang (14-6) 6th Bout: Kazuhiro Nakamura (19-14) x Dave Herman (29-9) Co-Main Event: Featherweight Number One Contender Match: Doo Ho Choi (17-4) x Renato Carneiro (13-2-2) Main Event: PURE Featherweight Championship Bout: © Tatsuya Kawajiri (38-7-2) x Mizuto Hirota (21-10-1) </div></blockquote>

CageRage · August 23, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 59th Battle

@ Seoul Olympic Arena

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Tetsu "Hadairo" Suzuki (19-14-3)

x

John Albert (13-5)

Second Encounter:

Gan McGee (16-8)

x

Adam Parkes (11-3)

Third Encounter:

Martin Desilets (16-6)

x

Besiki Gerinava (16-5-1)

Fourth Encounter:

Andrey Fedosov (debut; Ukrainian Boxing Champion)

x

Dhafir "DADA 5000" Harris (5-1)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Michal Materla (25-5)

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Eugene Fadiora (21-4)

2nd Bout:

Ajilin Ahmic (14-2)

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Chris Birchler (10-2)

3rd Bout:

Seo Hee Ham (13-7)

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Felice Herrig (15-6)

4th Bout: Flyweight Number One Contender Match:

Atsushi Yamamoto (23-9-3)

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Jose Maria Tome (39-5-2)

5th Bout:

Dongi Yang (15-4)

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Hae Jun Yang (14-6)

6th Bout:

Kazuhiro Nakamura (19-14)

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Dave Herman (29-9)

Co-Main Event: Featherweight Number One Contender Match:

Doo Ho Choi (17-4)

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Renato Carneiro (13-2-2)

Main Event: PURE Featherweight Championship Bout:

© Tatsuya Kawajiri (38-7-2)

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Mizuto Hirota (21-10-1)

AtlantaThrasher · August 25, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 59th Battle

@ Seoul Olympic Arena

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Tetsu "Hadairo" Suzuki (19-14-3)

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John Albert (13-5)

Second Encounter:

Gan McGee (16-8)

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Adam Parkes (11-3)

Third Encounter:

Martin Desilets (16-6)

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Besiki Gerinava (16-5-1)

Fourth Encounter:

Andrey Fedosov (debut; Ukrainian Boxing Champion)

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Dhafir "DADA 5000" Harris (5-1)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Michal Materla (25-5)

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Eugene Fadiora (21-4)

2nd Bout:

Ajilin Ahmic (14-2)

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Chris Birchler (10-2)

3rd Bout:

Seo Hee Ham (13-7)

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Felice Herrig (15-6)

4th Bout: Flyweight Number One Contender Match:

Atsushi Yamamoto (23-9-3)

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Jose Maria Tome (39-5-2)

5th Bout:

Dongi Yang (15-4)

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Hae Jun Yang (14-6)

6th Bout:

Kazuhiro Nakamura (19-14)

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Dave Herman (29-9)

Co-Main Event: Featherweight Number One Contender Match:

Doo Ho Choi (17-4)

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Renato Carneiro (13-2-2)

Main Event: PURE Featherweight Championship Bout:

© Tatsuya Kawajiri (38-7-2)

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Mizuto Hirota (21-10-1)

wekka · August 25, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 59th Battle @ Seoul Olympic Arena (10,239) <a href="http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/683/62304161326757226836145.jpg/" rel="external nofollow">http://imageshack.us/a/img683/4815/62304161326757226836145.jpg</a> Uploaded with <a href="http://imageshack.us" rel="external nofollow">ImageShack.us</a> http://dutchshawols.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/shinee-1st-concert-korea.jpg AXStv Preliminary Card: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>First Encounter: John Albert x Tetsu "Hadairo" Suzuki Round 1: >And here we go! >Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything. >Albert tries for a leg kick but Suzuki moves out of range. >Both fighters fire off strikes, but neither does any significant damage. >From the missed strikes they clinch. >Suzuki is looking to muscle Albert back against the ropes. >Suzuki manages it, and controls Albert up against the ropes. >Suzuki keeps Albert up against the ropes with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. >Suzuki tries to keep Albert up against the ropes for some dirty boxing, but Albert reverses so that he is the one in control. >Albert looks for a trip takedown. >Suzuki has the takedown scouted, he tries to grab a guillotine. >Albert has the takedown and gets side control from it. >Albert throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. >Albert attempts to roll Suzuki slightly and take his back. >Suzuki doesn't give Albert room to move, and so he remains at side control. >Suzuki goes for the sweep from side control. >Suzuki sweeps Albert, and they both scramble back to their feet. >Suzuki looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Albert. >Suzuki grabs Albert and pulls him into a grapple. >Suzuki is trying to muscle Albert up against the ropes. >Suzuki does it, Albert is stuck with his back to the ropes. >Smothered against the ropes, Albert is trapped there, unable to do anything but take the occasional nasty short punch to the ribs, for about half a minute. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Albert waits for Suzuki to try some dirty boxing, then quickly uses wrestling to turn him around so that he now has his back to the ropes. >Albert attempts to wrestle Suzuki to the ground. >Suzuki blocks the takedown attempt and turns Albert around so that he has his back to the ropes. >Suzuki launches an elbow strike but Albert is ready and uses some wrestling to turn around so that Suzuki is the one against the ropes. >Suzuki is trapped against the ropes and Albert hits him with a short left uppercut. >Albert nails Suzuki with a hard right hand to the side of the head, stunning him. >John Albert looks very tired out there. >Albert tries to smother Suzuki against the ropes, but is struggling to maintain control. >Suzuki manages to slap on a standing guillotine choke! >Suzuki gets the guillotine fully applied and Albert has to tap out! >Tetsu Suzuki takes the victory by way of submission! >Official Result: 'Hadairo' Tetsu Suzuki defeats John 'Prince' Albert (Submission (Guillotine) in 7:39 of round 1). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Second Encounter: Adam Parkes x Gan McGee Round 1: >Round one begins! >A left hand misses, allowing McGee to counter with a stinging left jab. >McGee catches a right body kick and goes for a takedown, down goes Parkes! He pulls guard though. >McGee tries to pound on Parkes, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >Parkes brings his legs up and tries to lock McGee in a triangle choke. >McGee pulls free before the triangle can be locked in. >McGee begins trying to pass the guard. >Parkes comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps McGee in guard. >Parkes attempts a triangle choke on McGee from the bottom of the guard. >McGee defends well against it. >McGee attempts to pass guard. >McGee isn't able to pass guard on this attempt. >Parkes pulls McGee in close and hits a series of short, sharp punches to the side of the head. >With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. >Backing out of range, Parkes circles tentatively. >McGee quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >Parkes keeps his cool as McGee throws a feint to the left. >McGee comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Parkes attempts to avoid McGee as he shoots in. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Parkes avoided McGee. >Adam Parkes is breathing very hard. >McGee counters a left jab by hitting a solid left. >McGee avoids a flurry of punches. >We move into the second half of this round. >McGee slips out of the way of a flurry of punches. >Parkes feints rushing in, but McGee doesn't fall for it. >McGee slips out of the way of a jab. >McGee steps in, feints a kick, then darts back out. >McGee avoids a flurry of punches. >From the looks of things, I don't think Adam Parkes has much energy left. >McGee comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Parkes. >Parkes uses movement to keep out reach, meaning McGee cannot get close enough to grapple. >Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either. >They wind up in a tight clinch. >McGee looks for a trip takedown. >The takedown is successful, Parkes pulls guard. >McGee begins trying to pass the guard. >McGee passes to side control with ease. >Gan McGee is looking really tired. >McGee tries to slip behind and take the back. >Parkes rolls to the side to try and escape, but gives up his back! >McGee tries to ensnare Parkes in an armbar. >McGee gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Parkes has to tap! >Gan McGee takes the victory by way of submission! >Official Result: Gan 'The Giant' McGee defeats Adam Parkes (Submission (Armbar) in 9:14 of round 1). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Third Encounter: Besiki Gerinava x Martin Desilets Round 1: >Round one begins! >Desilets tries for a left jab but Gerinava moves out of range. >They both meet with strikes, but neither does any damage. >Gerinava looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Desilets. >Desilets is pulled into a grapple. >Gerinava is trying to push Desilets so that his back is up against the ropes. >Desilets out-wrestles him though. >Desilets and Gerinava separate and we're back to a stand-off. >Gerinava chooses to shoot in on Desilets. >Desilets tries to strike first with a solid right hook, but isn't quick enough. >The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Desilets pulling guard. >Gerinava smothers Desilets with his body by pushing forward and down. >Gerinava fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >The clock runs down as Desilets is being smothered against the ground by Gerinava. >Desilets is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Gerinava off of him. >The clock runs down as Desilets is being smothered against the ground by Gerinava. >Gerinava unloads with some big right hands, but Desilets deals with them comfortably. >Gerinava gets pushed back thanks to a butterfly guard, and stands, looking down at Desilets who remains on his back. >In comes Gerinava looking to get some form of ground control. >Desilets tries to get free, but Gerinava is able to secure side control. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Gerinava hits a knee strike to the ribs. >In side control, Gerinava begins working to get a mount. >Advancing his position, he gets mount. >Gerinava tries to ensnare Desilets in an americana. >Desilets stops Gerinava from applying it. >Desilets tries to roll Gerinava, but only succeeds in giving up his back! >Gerinava attempts to set up an armbar on Desilets from the back. >Gerinava gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Desilets has to tap! >Besiki Gerinava takes the victory by way of submission! >Official Result: Besiki Gerinava defeats Martin 'The Stress' Desilets (Submission (Armbar) in 7:24 of round 1). The match was rated as being Average.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Fourth Encounter: Dhafir "DADA500" Harris x Andrey Fedosov Round 1: >And here we go! >Fedosov comes in quick and hits a quick series of punches. >Dada 5000 avoids a flurry of punches and hits a stinging left jab. >Dada 5000 looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Fedosov. >Dada 5000 can't get near enough to engage, Fedosov uses strikes to keep him out of range. >Fedosov counters a left jab with a flurry of quick punches. >Breathing very hard, Andrey Fedosov is looking ragged. >Dada 5000 is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Fedosov. >Not wanting to grapple, Fedosov uses strikes to keep Dada 5000 at a distance. >Dada 5000 looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Fedosov. >Fedosov uses his strikes to stop Dada 5000 from getting close enough to grapple. >Fedosov slips out of the way of a jab. >Fedosov throws a left jab but Dada 5000 avoids it. >Dada 5000 slips out of the way of a flurry of punches. >From the looks of things, I don't think Andrey Fedosov has much energy left. >Fedosov steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >The fight slows as Dada 5000 sits back and allows Fedosov to circle. >Dada 5000 tries for a left jab but Fedosov moves out of range. >We move into the second half of this round. >Dada 5000 moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >A left jab misses and Fedosov counters with a left jab to the cheek. >Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage. >A straight left fails to land and Fedosov is able to fire back with a left jab to the cheek. >Dada 5000 looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Fedosov. >To counter, Fedosov fires off a left but only finds the gloves. >A left jab misses and Fedosov strikes back with a quick series of punches. >Andrey Fedosov looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. >Fedosov counters a left jab by using a nice left hand. >Fedosov counters a left jab by using a nice left hand. >Dada 5000 steps back to avoid a left jab. >Dada 5000 looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Not wanting to grapple, Fedosov uses strikes to keep Dada 5000 at a distance. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >A left hand misses, allowing Fedosov to counter with a nice left hand. >The time runs out on round one. >We are back underway! >Fedosov slips out of the way of a flurry of wild swings. >Fedosov avoids a barrage of big right hands. >Fedosov avoids a couple of wild punches. >Fedosov counters an errant left jab with a left hand. >Dada 5000 counters a left jab by hitting a left jab to the cheek. >Dada 5000 uses a jab to sting Fedosov. >Fedosov tries for a left jab but Dada 5000 moves out of range. >Dada 5000 is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >He gets into range. >Dada 5000 throws a barrage of big punches but Fedosov covers up safely. >Dada 5000 backs away to create some more space. >Fedosov avoids a barrage of big right hands. >Dhafir Harris doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Dada 5000 uses a nice jab. >Dada 5000 counters a couple of wild swings by hitting huge right hands, Fedosov collapses against the ropes and can do nothing but just cover up! >Fedosov gets knocked down and Dada 5000 keeps up the pressure with punch after punch! >The referee pulls Dada 5000 away, stopping the match! >The winner, by TKO; Dhafir Harris! >Official Result: Dhafir 'Dada 5000' Harris defeats Andrey Fedosov (TKO (Strikes) in 5:12 of round 2). The match was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> PPV Main Card: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Opening Bout: Eugene Fadiora x Michal Materla Round 1: >Round one begins! >Materla avoids a barrage of big right hands. >Materla steps back to avoid a flurry of punches. >A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning. >Materla tries for a left jab but Fadiora moves out of range. >Materla looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Fadiora. >Materla can't get close enough to grapple, Fadiora keeps him away with strikes. >Materla shoots in for a takedown. >Fadiora attempts to avoid Materla as he shoots in. >Materla can't get the takedown, Fadiora was too quick to back away. >Fadiora sneaks a glance at his corner. >Materla steps in to put some pressure on. >Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage. >They wind up in a tight clinch. >Materla tries to wrestle Fadiora backward and up against the ropes. >Materla manages it, and controls Fadiora up against the ropes. >Materla stomps down on his opponent's foot. >Materla looks for a trip takedown. >Materla gets the takedown! Fadiora pulls guard. >Materla looks to pass guard and get side control. >Fadiora can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Materla is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. >Materla struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard. >Materla blocks an attempted sweep. >Materla attempts an arm triangle. >Fadiora doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied. >Materla blocks an attempted sweep. >Materla attempts to arm triangle Fadiora from the top of half guard. >Fadiora stops Materla from applying it. >Fadiora tries to sweep Materla but doesn't get anywhere. >Materla attempts to kimura Fadiora from the top of half guard. >Fadiora blocks it. >Fadiora tries to sweep Materla but doesn't get anywhere. >The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up. >Moving in closer, Materla looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Materla is in the pocket, ready to attack Fadiora. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Materla is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Fadiora. >He pulls Fadiora into a grapple. >Materla looks for a trip takedown. >The takedown is completed, Fadiora is on his back and pulls guard. >Fadiora is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Materla off of him. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Judging from what we heard from his corner, Fadiora is looking to push the pace with strikes in this round. >Fadiora throws a left jab but Materla avoids it. >Materla avoids a jab. >Eugene Fadiora doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Materla swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Fadiora. >Fadiora attempts to avoid Materla as he shoots in. >Materla can't get the takedown, Fadiora was too quick to back away. >Materla slips out of the way of a jab. >Materla looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Fadiora. >Fadiora counters with a left jab that catches Materla hard. >Although visibly tired, Fadiora looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >He gets into range. >Materla uses head movement to avoid a left jab. >Not comfortable in the pocket, Materla steps back and creates some space. >Materla slips out of the way of a jab. >Eugene Fadiora looks very, very tired. >A straight left fails to land and Fadiora is able to fire back with a flurry of quick punches to sting Materla. >Although visibly tired, Fadiora looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Materla seems happy to engage with Fadiora in the pocket. >A flurry of rights and lefts all miss, allowing Materla to hit a nice left. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Materla counters with a nice jab. >Fadiora lets a jab sail wide and counter-strikes with a stinging jab. >Materla shows good head movement to avoid getting caught with a jab. >We move into the second half of this round. >Fadiora circles away, creating some distance between them. >Fadiora comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket. >Materla counters with a takedown, and Fadiora is forced to pull guard. >Materla pounds away from the guard, but Fadiora isn't troubled by the strikes. >Fadiora tries to pull Materla in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. >Materla smothers Fadiora with his body by pushing forward and down. >Michal Materla looks very tired out there. >Materla tries to pass the guard. >He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control. >Materla tries to lock Fadiora in an armbar. >Materla gets an armbar fully applied! >Materla loses the hold! Somehow Fadiora got his arm free. That was incredibly close to a finish though. >Eugene Fadiora looks totally gassed. >Materla blocks Fadiora as he tries a transition to guard. >Materla attempts an arm triangle. >Materla gets the arm triangle fully applied! >Materla loses the hold! Somehow Fadiora got himself free. That was incredibly close to a finish though. >Fadiora tries to pull guard on Materla but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. >Fadiora takes a knee strike to the ribs from under side control. >Materla tries to lock Fadiora in an armbar. >The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Fadiora has to tap out! >The winner, by submission; Michal Materla! >Official Result: Michal 'Cipao' Materla defeats Eugene Fadiora (Submission (Armbar) in 9:13 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>2nd Bout: Chris Birchler x Ajilin Ahmic Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >A wayward low right kick allows Ahmic to hit a solid left. >Ahmic avoids a right kick to the body and hits a clean left. >Ahmic counters a flurry of punches with a left. >Ahmic steps back to avoid a leg kick. >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but neither hits. >Good head movement allows Ahmic to avoid a wildly thrown right hand. >Ahmic takes a stiff jab. >Ahmic sees a low kick being set up and strikes first with a nice jab. >Ahmic slips past a flurry of rights and lefts and hits a crisp left jab. >Ahmic slips past a jab and scores with a great right hand, Birchler is knocked down! >Ahmic quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Birchler! >Birchler survives then onslaught and manages to pull half guard. >Ahmic reaches over and tries to lock Birchler in an arm triangle. >Birchler defends it well. >Birchler uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. >Ahmic ends up in half guard. >Ahmic throws a few right hands to the body. >Birchler tries to sweep Ahmic but doesn't get anywhere. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Ahmic throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. >Ahmic reaches over and tries to lock Birchler in a kimura. >Birchler defends it well. >Ahmic blocks Birchler as he tries a sweep from half guard. >The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. >Ahmic shoots in for a takedown. >A counter right cross is too slow to catch Ahmic. >The takedown is completed, Birchler is on his back and pulls guard. >Ahmic begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >Ahmic isn't able to pass guard on this attempt. >Birchler works some separation, and Ahmic ends up standing looking down at him. >Ahmic looks to get on top of Birchler. >Ahmic attains side control. >Ahmic attempts to roll Birchler slightly and take his back. >He rolls Birchler over a little...and slips behind to take the back! >Ahmic attempts to set up a rear naked choke on Birchler. >Birchler stops Ahmic from flattening him out. >Birchler tries to move Ahmic off his back but can't. >Chris Birchler is breathing very hard. >There's under a minute left in this round. >Ahmic attempts a rear naked choke. >Birchler stops Ahmic from flattening him out. >Birchler tries a roll, but doesn't budge Ahmic. >Ahmic tries to flatten Birchler out for a rear naked choke. >Birchler doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. >The time runs out on round one. >There's the bell and round number two begins! >Ahmic counters a wayward left jab with a looping right. >Ahmic slips out of the way of a jab. >From the looks of things, I don't think Chris Birchler has much energy left. >Ahmic chooses to shoot in on Birchler. >Birchler tries to strike first with a solid right hook, but isn't quick enough. >Birchler gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. >In guard, Ahmic begins working to pass to side control. >He manages to pass, but only to half guard. >Ahmic attempts an americana. >Birchler doesn't allow the americana to be applied. >Ahmic blocks Birchler as he tries a sweep from half guard. >Ahmic attempts to pass half guard. >Ahmic is too skilled for Birchler, passing half guard and gaining side control. >Ajlin Ahmic looks very tired out there. >Ahmic tries to pound on Birchler, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >Birchler tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. >Chris Birchler looks totally gassed. >Ahmic uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip. >Ahmic pounds away on Birchler, landing several good shots in the process. >Ajlin Ahmic looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Ahmic attempts an armbar. >The armbar is fully applied, Birchler has no option but to tap out! >Ajlin Ahmic takes the win by submission! >Official Result: Ajlin Ahmic defeats Chris 'The Big Buck' Birchler (Submission (Armbar) in 5:12 of round 2). The match was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>3rd Bout: Felice Herrig x Seo Hee Ham Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >There's a short stalemate as both fighters advance and throw strikes, but neither hits. >Herrig explodes on Ham with a barrage of big right hands. >Ham avoids a low kick. >Herrig gets a vicious leg kick on Ham. >It causes Ham to back-pedal away. >Ham moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Moving in closer, Ham looks like she may want to wrestle Herrig. >Herrig counters with a left jab that catches Ham hard. >Ham steps back to avoid a flurry of punches. >Ham steps back to avoid a flurry of punches. >Herrig moves in and uses a flurry of quick punches to sting Ham. >A left jab misses and Ham strikes back with a left jab to the cheek. >Herrig slips past a left jab and counters with a nice left hand. >Moving in closer, Ham looks like she may want to wrestle Herrig. >Herrig finds herself pulled into a grappling contest. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Using her wrestling skills, Ham is trying to push Herrig up against the ropes. >Ham does it, Herrig is stuck with her back to the ropes. >Showing her ability to exert control, Ham smothers Herrig up against the ropes for about a minute. >Smothered against the ropes, Herrig is stuck there, unable to do anything, for roughly sixty seconds. >Ham catches Herrig with a knee strike to the thigh. >Ham smothers Herrig up against the ropes while using the occasional short sharp punch to the body, keeping her stuck there for a full minute. >The referee decides that the grappling against the ropes has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. >Ham keeps out of range, assessing the situation. >Herrig quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >A feint sets up a body kick from Herrig, but Ham is able to move out of range in time. >A straight left fails to land and Herrig is able to fire back with a stinging left jab. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >It sounded like her corner told Herrig to stand with Ham, but to be careful not to get caught. >Ham counters a left jab by using a solid left jab. >An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything. >Not comfortable in the pocket, Ham steps back and creates some space. >An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything. >Herrig blasts Ham with a leg kick. >Seo Hee Ham won't want to take too many unchecked strikes to the legs like that. >A straight left from Herrig fails to land. >Ham quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >Ham is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Herrig. >Ham grabs Herrig and pulls her into a grapple. >Ham is trying to push Herrig so that her back is up against the ropes. >Herrig doesn't let herself be driven back though, and gets out of the grapple. >Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage. >In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch. >Ham and Herrig break the grapple and are apart again, circling. >Ham circles around Herrig. >The fight slows as Herrig sits back and allows Ham to circle. >Ham looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Strikes from Herrig keep Ham from stepping in too close, and she is forced to step back. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Ham slips out of the way of a body kick. >Ham moves in closer but takes a crisp jab to the face. >Herrig avoids a jab and scores with a solid left. >Moving forward, Herrig counters a left jab with a picture-perfect right roundhouse kick to the side of the ribs. >Herrig counters a wayward left jab with two hard right hands! >Herrig uses head movement to dodge a jab, and counters with a straight right that connects right on the jaw, knocking Ham down! >Herrig senses victory and starts to unload with punches! >Ham shows great instincts, pulling half guard to put a halt to the shower of punches. >Herrig fires off a few punches as she catches her breath. >Ham uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. >Felice Herrig looks very tired out there. >Ham ends up in guard. >Seo Hee Ham looks very tired out there. >Ham stands up and backs off, letting Herrig stand up as well. >Ham counters an errant left jab with a crisp left hand punch. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >An attempted body kick misses, giving Ham the opportunity to counter with a left jab to the cheek. >Herrig circles as she plans her next move. >Not letting Herrig settle at all, Ham comes in closer. >Ham, who is visibly tired, looks like she might want to get in close and wrestle with Herrig. >Ham grabs Herrig and pulls her into a grapple. >The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other. >Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. >The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced. >All three judges have agreed that Herrig is the winner. >Herrig wins by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Felice 'Lil' Bulldog' Herrig defeats Seo Hee Ham (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>4th Bout: Flyweight Number One Contender Match: Jose Maria Tome x Atsushi Yamamoto Round 1: >The fight begins! >Yamamoto waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a clean jab. >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but neither hits. >From the missed strikes they clinch. >Yamamoto tries to wriggle free, but Tome controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. >Yamamoto gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Tome uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. >Tome looks to scoop his opponent up for a slam. >Yamamoto is able to block it and pull away from him. >Tome keeps his cool as Yamamoto throws a feint to the left. >Tome shoots in for a takedown. >Yamamoto sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Tome down to the ground into a type of turtle position. >Yamamoto pounds away on Tome, landing several good shots to the side of the head in the process. >Yamamoto looks to unload with some big right hands, but Tome gets back to his feet before too many land. >Yamamoto waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a crisp left hand punch. >Yamamoto fakes a lunge. >Tome doesn't let Yamamoto settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Tome comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Yamamoto sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown doesn't work, Yamamoto saw it coming and got out of range. >Yamamoto drops his shoulder as a feint, trying to draw a strike. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Tome moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a straight left. >An errant jab sets Yamamoto up to counter-strike with a clean left. >Tome keeps his cool as Yamamoto throws a feint to the left. >Yamamoto slams a crisp right into the gloves of Tome, but can't follow up. >Tome steps in closer to force the issue. >Tome comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Yamamoto cannot stop the takedown but is able to spin away almost immediately upon hitting the ground, and is quickly back on his feet. >Yamamoto avoids a flurry of rights and lefts and hits a clean left. >An errant jab sets Yamamoto up to counter-strike with a clean left. >A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Tome to fire back with a crisp left hand punch. >Yamamoto darts in, feints a jab, darts back out. >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but neither hits. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >A left jab misses and Tome strikes back with a quick series of punches. >They come together and strike, but neither can land a clean shot. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. Round 2: >We are back underway! >From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Yamamoto has been instructed to vary his angles of approach a bit more. >Yamamoto tries for a left jab but Tome moves out of range. >Yamamoto darts in, feints a jab, darts back out. >Tome comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Yamamoto tries to avoid the takedown. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Yamamoto avoided Tome. >Tome is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Yamamoto. >Strikes from Yamamoto keep Tome from stepping in too close, and he is forced to step back. >Yamamoto gets Tome with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power. >Not letting Yamamoto settle at all, Tome comes in closer. >There's a takedown attempt from Tome. >Yamamoto tries to strike first with a solid right hook, but isn't quick enough. >Tome gets the takedown! Yamamoto pulls guard. >Tome punches down at Yamamoto, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Tome fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. >Tome throws a few right hands to the body. >From the bottom, Yamamoto glances an elbow strike off the top of the head. >Tome tries to pound on Yamamoto, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >Yamamoto gets the double underhooks in and pulls Tome close, controlling him well. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Tome throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. >Yamamoto pulls Tome close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head. >Tome fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. >Yamamoto pulls Tome close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head. >With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. >Tome shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Yamamoto sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown doesn't work, Yamamoto saw it coming and got out of range. >A straight left from Tome fails to land. >Not letting Tome settle at all, Yamamoto comes in closer. >Yamamoto drops his shoulder and feints to step in, but Tome isn't buying it. >Tome slips out of the way of a jab. >Yamamoto narrowly misses Tome with a right uppercut. >Not letting Yamamoto settle at all, Tome comes in closer. >There's a takedown attempt from Tome. >Yamamoto sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Yamamoto avoided Tome. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Yamamoto throws a left jab but Tome avoids it. >Yamamoto darts in, feints a jab, darts back out. >Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. >The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced. >Judge #1 has given Yamamoto the win. >Judge #2 has Tome as the winner. >Judge #3 has called it a victory for Tome. >So the winner, by split decision, is Jose 'No Chance' Maria Tome! >Official Result: Jose 'No Chance' Maria Tome defeats Atsushi Yamamoto (Split Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>5th Bout: Hae Jun Yang x Dongi Yang Round 1: >We are underway! >Dongi Yang avoids a jab and scores with a clean right. >Hae Joon Yang comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >It looks like Dongi Yang is trying to grab a guillotine. >Dongi Yang is unable to apply the guillotine choke. >Dongi Yang gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. >Dongi Yang is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Hae Joon Yang off of him. >The clock runs down as Dongi Yang is being smothered against the ground by Hae Joon Yang. >Hae Joon Yang looks to pass guard and get side control. >Hae Joon Yang gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control. >Hae Joon Yang begins trying to get himself into a mount. >Hae Joon Yang mounts Dongi Yang. >Hae Joon Yang unloads with big punches from the mount, but Dongi Yang is able to deal with most of them. >Hae Joon Yang unloads with big punches from the mount, but Dongi Yang is able to deal with most of them. >Hae Joon Yang unloads with big punches from the mount, but Dongi Yang is able to deal with most of them. >Hae Joon Yang pounds away with punches from the mount, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage. >Hae Joon Yang unloads with some big punches, but Dongi Yang deals with them comfortably. >Hae Joon Yang counters an attempt by Dongi Yang to move him from mount by taking his back! >Hae Joon Yang successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Hae Joon Yang, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. >Dongi Yang defends himself well against the choke. >Dongi Yang improves his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks. >Hae Joon Yang gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position. >Breathing very hard, Hae Joon Yang is looking ragged. >With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Hae Joon Yang tries to finish Dongi Yang off with a rear naked choke. >Dongi Yang defends himself well against the choke. >Dongi Yang struggles against Hae Joon Yang and manages to free himself from the hooks. >Hae Joon Yang attempts to set up a rear naked choke on Dongi Yang. >Dongi Yang fights off the rear naked choke attempt by rolling and then sharply turning over, brilliantly ending up in guard. >Hae Joon Yang paid the price for not getting his hooks in first. >The clock runs down as Hae Joon Yang is being smothered against the ground by Dongi Yang. >Dongi Yang unloads with some big left hands, but Hae Joon Yang deals with them comfortably. >Dongi Yang gets pushed back thanks to a butterfly guard, and stands, looking down at Hae Joon Yang who remains on his back. >Dongi Yang tries to come in and secure a ground position. >Dongi Yang is quick, Hae Joon Yang can't stop him getting side control. >There's under a minute left in this round. >Dongi Yang begins trying to get himself behind Hae Joon Yang. >Dongi Yang takes the back, Hae Joon Yang could do nothing about it. >Dongi Yang attempts to set up an armbar on Hae Joon Yang from the back. >Dongi Yang gets the armbar, but the round ends before he can force the submission! >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. Round 2: >Round two begins! >Hae Joon Yang avoids a tight combination. >Dongi Yang slips past a left jab and fires back with a kick to the outside of the left knee. >Slowly moving in closer, a ragged-looking Hae Joon Yang wants to wrestle Dongi Yang. >Dongi Yang finds himself pulled into a grappling contest. >Hae Joon Yang is trying to muscle Dongi Yang up against the ropes. >Hae Joon Yang manages it, and controls Dongi Yang up against the ropes. >Hae Joon Yang looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. >Showing his ability to control opponents, Hae Joon Yang simply smothers Dongi Yang against the ropes for over a minute. >Hae Joon Yang shows his grappling ability by pinning Dongi Yang up against the ropes and keeps him there for well over sixty seconds. >Hae Joon Yang looks like he is completely out of gas. >With the fight having been stuck against the ropes for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. >Dongi Yang is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Standing his ground, Hae Joon Yang looks happy to engage Dongi Yang in the pocket. >From the pocket, Dongi Yang hits a flurry of punches on Hae Joon Yang. >Working from within the pocket, Dongi Yang explodes on Hae Joon Yang with a barrage of hard left hands! >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Hae Joon Yang looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats, that last blow may have rocked him! >A series of big punches land and knock Hae Joon Yang down! >Breathing very hard, Dongi Yang is looking ragged. >Dongi Yang starts pounding away on Hae Joon Yang, looking to finish him off! >Dongi Yang pounds away with punches, hitting several big shots. >Dongi Yang is only stopped by Hae Joon Yang pulling him down into side control. >Dongi Yang is trying to move from side control to mount. >Dongi Yang shifts to mount. >Dongi Yang tries to ensnare Hae Joon Yang in an americana. >Hae Joon Yang defends himself well. >Dongi Yang takes the back as Hae Joon Yang tries to sweep him! >Dongi Yang tries to hook Hae Joon Yang in a rear naked choke. >The rear naked choke is fully applied, Dongi Yang has Hae Joon Yang flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! >The winner, by submission, is Dongi Yang! >Official Result: Dongi Yang defeats Hae Joon Yang (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:23 of round 2). The match was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>6th Bout: Dave Herman x Kazuhiro Nakamura Round 1: >We are underway! >A left jab misses and Nakamura strikes back with a crisp jab. >Nakamura comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Herman sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Nakamura down to the ground into a type of turtle position. >Nakamura, turtled up, takes a painful-looking knee strike to the side of the head! >Herman pounds away on the turtled up Nakamura, landing several great shots that rock Nakamura! >The referee jumps in and stops the match! >That's a controversial call, Nakamura seemed to be still defending himself intelligently! >Dave Herman takes the victory by way of TKO! >Official Result: Dave 'Pee Wee' Herman defeats Kazuhiro 'Kaz' Nakamura (TKO (Strikes) in 1:14 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Co-Main Event: Featherweight Number One Contendership Match: Renato Carneiro x Doo Ho Choi Round 1: >And here we go! >Choi shows his hand speed by nailing a lightning fast couple of jabs and a right cross. >An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage. >A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning. >Moicano shoots in, looking for a close range double leg. >Moicano gets caught with a right though, and he is momentarily wobbly! >Moicano steps back to avoid a barrage of big punches. >Choi bobs and weaves, trying to get Moicano to commit. >Choi throws a barrage of big right hands after using a feint to trick Moicano into committing to a strike, but he moves out of range just in time. >Moicano isn't drawn in by Choi feinting to his left. >Moving in closer, Moicano looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Choi now has Moicano standing in the pocket. >Checking a leg kick, Moicano counters back immediately with a crisp left jab. >Good head movement allows Moicano to go under a vicious right hand and immediately counter with a nice jab. >Choi shows good head movement to avoid getting caught with a jab. >Moicano steps back just in time to avoid a wild swing. >Good head movement allows Moicano to avoid a wildly thrown right hand. >Choi throws a barrage of big punches but Moicano bobs and weaves, not letting any of them find a home. >From the pocket, Moicano shoots in for a double leg. >Choi sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Moicano down to the ground into a type of turtle position. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Moicano cannot stop himself being rolled and secured in side control. >In side control, Choi throws a couple of punches designed to keep Moicano guessing. >Moicano looks ready to try and scramble, but Choi is quick to move to prevent that. >Choi throws a few right hands to the body. >Moicano transitions to half guard. >Choi attempts to arm triangle Moicano from the top of half guard. >Moicano doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied. >Choi blocks an attempted sweep. >Choi looks to get past the half guard. >Choi struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard. >Moicano tries to sweep Choi but can't do it. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Choi fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >Moicano tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Choi. >With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. >Choi feints left, then right. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Moicano catches an attempted body kick and goes for a takedown, but Choi is able to block it. >Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage. >Moicano looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Choi. >Moicano can't get close enough to grapple, Choi keeps him away with strikes. >Choi counters a wayward left jab with a straight left. >Moicano steps back to avoid a one-two combination. >A jab misses and Choi counters with a couple of nice rights. >Moicano swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Choi. >Choi counters with a left jab that catches Moicano hard. >Moicano moves out of range of a tidy combination of punches. >There's a takedown attempt from Moicano. >The takedown doesn't work, Choi stuffed it. >Choi feints an attack, keeping Moicano on his toes. >A jab misses, allowing Choi to counter-strike with a clever combination that finishes with a nice right cross. >Advancing, Choi counters a left jab by using a clever combination that finishes with a nice right cross. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Moicano throws a couple of wild punches as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Choi tries to avoid Moicano. >Moicano doesn't get the takedown, Choi avoided it. >Renato Carneiro doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >A speculative right hand from Moicano doesn't find a home. >The fight slows as Choi sits back and allows Moicano to circle. >A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate. >Breathing very hard, Doo Ho Choi is looking ragged. >Moving forward, Choi counters a left jab with a thudding right hook to the body. >Moicano glances a strike off the side of the shoulder. >Not letting up, Choi quickly steps in closer to attack Moicano. >Choi throws a right kick to the body but Moicano avoids it. >Choi circles, looking for an opening. >Not letting Choi settle at all, Moicano comes in closer. >Looking tired, Moicano comes in closer, attempting to wrestle with Choi. >Choi uses his strikes to stop Moicano from getting close enough to grapple. >There's under a minute left in this round. >A tired-looking Moicano throws some ragged looping punches to get Choi to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Choi attempts to avoid Moicano as he shoots in. >Choi avoids the takedown attempt. >Choi counters a wayward left jab with a stinging left jab. >Looking tired, Moicano comes in closer, attempting to wrestle with Choi. >Choi uses his strikes to stop Moicano from getting close enough to grapple. >From the looks of things, I don't think Renato Carneiro has much energy left. >From the looks of things, I don't think Doo Ho Choi has much energy left. >Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. >Here come the official decisions. >All three judges have agreed that Choi is the winner. >'The Korean Super Boy' Doo Ho Choi wins by unanimous decision! >Official Result: 'The Korean Super Boy' Doo Ho Choi defeats Renato 'Moicano' Carneiro (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Main Event: PURE Featherweight Championship Bout: Mizuto Hirota x © Tatsuya Kawajiri Round 1: >The fight begins! >Hirota counters a left jab by hitting a nice left hand. >A feint tricks Hirota into dropping his hands lower, and he is almost caught out by a quick head kick. >Kawajiri is getting in closer to Hirota, perhaps looking for a clinch. >Kawajiri grabs Hirota and pulls him into a Muay Thai clinch. >From the clinch, Kawajiri drives a knee into the face of Hirota! >Hirota uses his grappling to move from being stuck in a Muay Thai clinch to the collar-and-elbow position. >Using his wrestling skills, Kawajiri is trying to push Hirota up against the ropes. >He does so, and now has Hirota pinned to the ropes. >Kawajiri tries to keep him up against the ropes with wrestling, but Hirota reverses so that he is the one in control. >Hirota steps back to achieve some separation from Kawajiri and gets ready to strike. >A nice one-two combination doesn't trouble Kawajiri, who covered up well. >Kawajiri uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by. >Hirota throws an excellent combination but Kawajiri covers up and takes them. >Showing good head movement, Kawajiri weaves out of the way of a nice one-two combination. >Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either. >Hirota throws a left jab but Kawajiri uses good head movement to make sure it slips by. >Hirota slips past a jab and scores with a stinging inside leg kick. >Ouch! Kawajiri falls to the floor, that kick must have caught him low by accident! >He signals that he will be able to continue in a moment. >The referee gives him one minute to recover, with the fight clock stopped. >Kawajiri steps back to avoid a left jab. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >A nicely executed one-two combination sets up a takedown attempt from Kawajiri. >Hirota counters with a left jab that catches Kawajiri hard. >Kawajiri grabs a slow leg kick and goes straight for a takedown, and gets it! Hirota pulls guard. >Kawajiri pounds away from the guard with elbows, but Hirota isn't troubled by them. >Hirota tries to catch Kawajiri with a punch, but it is not on target. >Hirota is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Kawajiri off of him. >Kawajiri smothers Hirota with his body by pushing forward and down. >Kawajiri starts trying to work to get past the guard. >Hirota can't do anything about the pass, and is left under side control. >Kawajiri attempts the mount. >Hirota rolls to the side to try and escape the mount, but only succeeds in giving up his back instead. >Kawajiri tries to ensnare Hirota in an armbar. >Hirota pulls his arm free at the last second, and is able to secure side control over Kawajiri. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Hirota uses side control to hold Kawajiri down, and looks for a knee strike. >Kawajiri sweeps Hirota though! He timed that to perfection. >Kawajiri throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. >Round one ends as time expires. >That was a good round, full of action, hopefully we've got more of the same to come. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Kawajiri has been instructed to try and get Hirota to the floor in this round. >Hirota slips past a left jab and fires back with a jab. >Kawajiri drops his shoulder, faking going for a double leg, trying to draw a response. >Kawajiri throws a combination of rights and lefts, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Hirota tries to avoid Kawajiri. >Hirota avoids the takedown attempt. >Advancing, Kawajiri counters a left jab by using a crisp left hand punch. >Hirota looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Kawajiri. >Standing his ground, Kawajiri looks happy to engage Hirota in the pocket. >Standing in the pocket, Kawajiri catches an attempted body kick and goes for a takedown, getting it! Hirota pulls guard. >Kawajiri begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >He passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control. >Stuck under side control, Hirota takes a hard knee to the ribs! >Kawajiri tries to get into the mount position. >Hirota can't fend off his opponent and is mounted. >Kawajiri fires away with punches, and Hirota is stung by several big shots. >Tatsuya Kawajiri is looking really tired. >Kawajiri fires away with punches, but Hirota deals with them fairly well. >Kawajiri tries to pound on Hirota, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >Hirota tries to get enough space to pull half guard, but Kawajiri doesn't allow it. >Kawajiri pounds away with punches from the mount, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage. >Tatsuya Kawajiri seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >Kawajiri unloads with some big punches, but Hirota deals with them comfortably. >Kawajiri counters an attempt by Hirota to move him from mount by taking his back! >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Kawajiri gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position. >Kawajiri, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. >Hirota doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. >Kawajiri loses his hooks, as Hirota pries them away. >Kawajiri increases his control by getting both hooks in. >Kawajiri, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. >Kawajiri gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Hirota has to tap out! >Tatsuya Kawajiri takes the victory by way of submission! >Official Result: Tatsuya 'Crusher' Kawajiri defeats Mizuto Hirota (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Great. </div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>FOTN: Dongi Yang x Hae Jun Yang KOTN: Dhafir Harris SOTN: Tatsuya Kawajiri</div></blockquote> Prediction Results- AtlantaThrasher: 10-2 CageRage: 7-5

wekka · August 26, 2013

PURE presents: Ring of Warriors IX: The Lightweights @ Agganis Arena in Boston, MA (4,427) <img alt="BLygnBFCMAE-zSl.jpg:large" data-src="https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BLygnBFCMAE-zSl.jpg:large" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Day 1: [Episode 1] Alex Ricci (3R SUB) x Shukhrat Minovarov Billy Evangelista (1R SUB) x Torrance Taylor Caros Fodor x Vuyisile Colossa (2R SUB) Daniel Weichel x Wesley Johnson (2R DEC) [Episode 2] Edvardas Norkeliunas x Yoislandy Izquierdo (2R DEC) Frank Camacho (1R TKO) x Zach Mickleweight Ganjo Tentsuku (1R TKO) x Amir Khillah Henrique Mello x Brayden Summers (2R DEC) [Episode 3] Israel Giron (1R SUB) x Charles Bennett Justin Bucholz (3R DEC) x Dustin Hazelett Kris Armbrister x Fabricio Camoes (1R SUB) Lloyd Woodard (3R DEC) x Murad Machaev [Episode 4] Cosmo Alexandre x Phillipe Nover (1R SUB) Nick Gonzalez x Ryan Healy (3R DEC) Tiequan Zhang x Will Kerr (2R DEC) Rodrigo Praxedes (2R SUB) x Aaron Wilkinson </div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Day 2: [Episode 5] Alex Ricci x Billy Evangelista (3R DEC) Vuyisile Colossa x Wesley Johnson (3R DEC) Yoislandy Izquierdo x Frank Camacho (1R TKO) Ganjo Tentsuku (2R DEC) x Brayden Summers [Episode 6] Israel Giron x Justin Buchholz (1R SUB) Fabricio Camoes (1R SUB) x Lloyd Woodard Phillipe Nover x Ryan Healy (3R DEC) Will Kerr x Rodrigo Praxedes (3R SUB) [season Finale] Billy Evangelista (2R TKO) x Wesley Johnson Frank Camacho x Ganjo Tentsuku (2R DEC) Justin Buchholz x Fabricio Camoes (2R DEC) Ryan Healy (3R DEC) x Rodrigo Praxedes Billy Evangelista x Ganjo Tentsuku (2R DEC) Fabricio Camoes (2R DEC) x Ryan Healy Ganjo Tentsuku (3R DEC) x Fabricio Camoes Ganjo Tentsuku is the Ring of Warriors IX Champion! Ganjo has earned himself a three fight contract with PURE!</div></blockquote>

wekka · August 26, 2013

PURE 60th Battle Card Finalized: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>PURE Fighting Championships 60th Battle @ Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY AXStv Preliminary Card: First Encounter: Matt Ricehouse (11-2) x Juha Pekka-Vainikainen (23-9-1) Second Encounter: Kamaru Usman (11-0) x Hailin Ao (12-1) Third Encounter: Eliot Marshall (14-5) x Stjepan Bekavac (21-7) Fourth Encounter: Sean Strickland (16-2) x Mats Nilsson (13-3-1) PPV Main Card: Opening Bout: Mackens Semerzier (13-5) x Giovanni Santos (17-2) 2nd Bout: Jan Jorgensen (15-3) x Scott Barrett (19-6) 3rd Bout: Rene Nazare (15-3) x Joseph Duffy (14-4) 4th Bout: Sergio Pettis (13-2) x Antonio Banuelos (25-12-1) 5th Bout: Lyman Good (21-3) x Steve Carl (24-4) 6th Bout: Women's Number One Contender Match: Gina Carano (8-1) x Jessica Aguilar (19-4) Co-Main Event: Cruiserweight Number One Contender Match: Anthony Johnson (20-5) x Jimi Manuwa (21-2) Main Event: PURE Heavyweight Championship Bout: © Satoshi Ishii (12-4-1) x Aleksander Emelianenko (30-7) </div></blockquote>

CageRage · August 26, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 60th Battle

@ Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Matt Ricehouse (11-2)

x

Juha Pekka-Vainikainen (23-9-1)

Second Encounter:

Kamaru Usman (11-0)

x

Hailin Ao (12-1)

Third Encounter:

Eliot Marshall (14-5)

x

Stjepan Bekavac (21-7)

Fourth Encounter:

Sean Strickland (16-2)

x

Mats Nilsson (13-3-1)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Mackens Semerzier (13-5)

x

Giovanni Santos (17-2)

2nd Bout:

Jan Jorgensen (15-3)

x

Scott Barrett (19-6)

3rd Bout:

Rene Nazare (15-3)

x

Joseph Duffy (14-4)

4th Bout:

Sergio Pettis (13-2)

x

Antonio Banuelos (25-12-1)

5th Bout:

Lyman Good (21-3)

x

Steve Carl (24-4)

6th Bout: Women's Number One Contender Match:

Gina Carano (8-1)

x

Jessica Aguilar (19-4)

Co-Main Event: Cruiserweight Number One Contender Match:

Anthony Johnson (20-5)

x

Jimi Manuwa (21-2)

Main Event: PURE Heavyweight Championship Bout:

© Satoshi Ishii (12-4-1)

x

Aleksander Emelianenko (30-7)

AtlantaThrasher · August 26, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 60th Battle

@ Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Matt Ricehouse (11-2)

x

Juha Pekka-Vainikainen (23-9-1)

Second Encounter:

Kamaru Usman (11-0)

x

Hailin Ao (12-1)

Third Encounter:

Eliot Marshall (14-5)

x

Stjepan Bekavac (21-7)

Fourth Encounter:

Sean Strickland (16-2)

x

Mats Nilsson (13-3-1)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Mackens Semerzier (13-5)

x

Giovanni Santos (17-2)

2nd Bout:

Jan Jorgensen (15-3)

x

Scott Barrett (19-6)

3rd Bout:

Rene Nazare (15-3)

x

Joseph Duffy (14-4)

4th Bout:

Sergio Pettis (13-2)

x

Antonio Banuelos (25-12-1)

5th Bout:

Lyman Good (21-3)

x

Steve Carl (24-4)

6th Bout: Women's Number One Contender Match:

Gina Carano (8-1)

x

Jessica Aguilar (19-4)

Co-Main Event: Cruiserweight Number One Contender Match:

Anthony Johnson (20-5)

x

Jimi Manuwa (21-2)

Main Event: PURE Heavyweight Championship Bout:

x

Aleksander Emelianenko (30-7)

Jingo · August 28, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 60th Battle

@ Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Matt Ricehouse (11-2)

x

Juha Pekka-Vainikainen (23-9-1)

Second Encounter:

Kamaru Usman (11-0)

x

Hailin Ao (12-1)

Third Encounter:

Eliot Marshall (14-5)

x

Stjepan Bekavac (21-7)

Fourth Encounter:

Sean Strickland (16-2)

x

Mats Nilsson (13-3-1)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Mackens Semerzier (13-5)

x

Giovanni Santos (17-2)

2nd Bout:

Jan Jorgensen (15-3)

x

Scott Barrett (19-6)

3rd Bout:

Rene Nazare (15-3)

x

Joseph Duffy (14-4)

4th Bout:

Sergio Pettis (13-2)

x

Antonio Banuelos (25-12-1)

5th Bout:

Lyman Good (21-3)

x

Steve Carl (24-4)

6th Bout: Women's Number One Contender Match:

Gina Carano (8-1)

x

Jessica Aguilar (19-4)

Co-Main Event: Cruiserweight Number One Contender Match:

Anthony Johnson (20-5)

x

Jimi Manuwa (21-2)

Main Event: PURE Heavyweight Championship Bout:

x

Aleksander Emelianenko (30-7)

wekka · August 29, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 60th Battle

@ Barclays Center (14,208)

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AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter: Juha Pekka-Vainikainen x Matt Ricehouse

Round 1:
>And here we go!
>Vainikainen catches an oncoming Ricehouse with a crisp jab.
>Vainikainen slips out of the way of a jab.
>Vainikainen looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Ricehouse.
>Ricehouse moves in too, and they start to grapple.
>Vainikainen looks for a trip takedown.
>Vainikainen gets the takedown, but Ricehouse was ready and pulled guard.
>Vainikainen throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
>Vainikainen begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>He can't find a way past the guard.
>Ricehouse secures an arm and tries to ensnare Vainikainen in a triangle.
>Vainikainen doesn't let Ricehouse get it.
>Vainikainen pounds away with elbows, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Ricehouse is comfortable holding guard.
>Securing an arm, Ricehouse then brings his legs up and tries to lock Vainikainen in a triangle choke.
>Vainikainen pulls his arm free before the triangle can be locked in.
>In guard, Vainikainen begins working to pass to side control.
>Vainikainen struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard.
>Ricehouse works some separation, and Vainikainen ends up standing looking down at him.
>Vainikainen looks to get on top of Ricehouse.
>Ricehouse moves quickly, scrambling for position before Vainikainen can get a hold.
>The scramble ends with both fighters back on their feet, facing each other.
>Vainikainen snaps off a crisp jab.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>They come together and strike, but neither can land a clean shot.
>Ricehouse tries for a left jab but Vainikainen uses head movement to avoid it.
>A left jab misses, giving Ricehouse the chance to hit back with a nice left.
>Using head movement, Vainikainen slips past a left jab and counters with a flurry of jabs and straight punches.
>Vainikainen throws a wild right hand, but Ricehouse covers up and absorbs the strike.
>Vainikainen circles away, creating some distance between them.
>Vainikainen shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Vainikainen can't complete the takedown, and has to settle for pushing Ricehouse up against the ropes.
>Vainikainen attempts to wrestle Ricehouse to the ground.
>He has the takedown! Ricehouse pulls guard.
>Vainikainen punches down at Ricehouse, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>Ricehouse applies double underhooks and keeps Vainikainen from launching any attacks.
>Vainikainen keeps Ricehouse guessing with a few quick strikes.
>Vainikainen throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Vainikainen keeps Ricehouse guessing with a few quick strikes.
>Using his leg strength to push Vainikainen back a bit, Ricehouse looks to scramble for position.
>The scramble ends with both fighters standing, facing each other.
>Juha-Pekka Vainikainen doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2:
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Between rounds we could hear the corner of Ricehouse telling him to take it to the ground early.
>Ricehouse avoids a quick jab and hits a crisp jab.
>Ricehouse swings wildly to get Vainikainen to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Vainikainen tries to avoid Ricehouse.
>The takedown doesn't work, Vainikainen saw it coming and got out of range.
>Ricehouse moves out of range of a flurry of punches.
>Ricehouse misses with an attempted right hook to the body.
>Vainikainen seems to be waiting for Ricehouse to make a move.
>Ricehouse looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Ricehouse cannot get close enough to the elusive Vainikainen to grapple.
>Juha-Pekka Vainikainen looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>A flicked jab from Vainikainen only finds gloves.
>Ricehouse doesn't let Vainikainen settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Ricehouse comes in swinging wildly, using the strikes as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Vainikainen tries to avoid Ricehouse.
>He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Vainikainen has to pull guard.
>Ricehouse attempts to pass guard.
>Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control.
>Ricehouse tries to get into the mount position.
>He does it, and has the mount on Vainikainen.
>Ricehouse attempts an americana.
>Vainikainen doesn't allow the americana to be applied.
>Vainikainen tries to get enough space to pull half guard, but Ricehouse doesn't allow it.
>The gas tank looks empty on Juha-Pekka Vainikainen.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Ricehouse attempts an americana.
>Vainikainen defends himself well.
>Vainikainen tries to turn over and sweep Ricehouse, but rolls too far and gives up his back!
>Vainikainen is in huge trouble now, as Ricehouse successfully gets both hooks in.
>Ricehouse, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
>Ricehouse gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Vainikainen has to tap out!

>The winner, by submission, is Matt Ricehouse!
>Official Result: Matt Ricehouse defeats Juha-Pekka Vainikainen (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:46 of round 2). The match was rated as being Good.

Second Encounter: Hailin Ao x Kamaru Usman

Round 1:
>We are underway!
>A left jab misses and Usman counters with a kick to the body.
>Usman comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.
>Usman attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.
>Usman gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.
>Usman throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>Usman blocks Ao as he tries a transition to guard.
>Usman pounds away with elbows from side control, but is unable to land many clean shots on Ao.
>Ao takes a knee strike to the ribs from under side control.
>Usman looks to get a mount.
>Usman shows his ground skills and slips to mount.
>Usman pounds away with elbows from the mount, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.
>Blood is visible on Ao, that strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.
>Usman starts hammering away at Ao with punches.
>Ao had better start defending himself, or this will be over!
>With Ao stuck and taking a pounding, the referee has to stop the match!

>By TKO, the winner is Kamaru Usman!
>Official Result: Kamaru 'Marty' Usman defeats Hai Lin Ao (TKO (Strikes) in 3:34 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great.

Third Encounter: Stjepan Bekavac x Eliot Marshall

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>A weak body kick is countered by Marshall with a spinning back fist!
>Bekavac slips past a left jab and counters with a couple of nice rights.
>Bekavac looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Marshall.
>Bekavac moves into the pocket.
>Marshall uses head movement to avoid a left jab.
>Marshall, standing in the pocket, has to check a leg kick.
>From the pocket, Marshall shoots in for a double leg.
>Marshall gets caught out and eats a stiff left jab.
>Bekavac comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket.
>Bekavac moves into the pocket.
>Marshall uses head movement to avoid a left jab.
>Marshall looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Marshall is surprised by a vicious countering right uppercut, but he avoids it at the last second.
>Bekavac throws a left jab but Marshall avoids it.
>Moving forward, Bekavac counters a left jab with a solid left jab.
>Marshall looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Bekavac.
>Bekavac now has Marshall standing in the pocket.
>Marshall looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Bekavac uses his strikes to stop Marshall from getting close enough to clinch.
>Marshall shoots in for a takedown.
>Bekavac sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>Marshall can't get the takedown, Bekavac was too quick to back away.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>A wayward right kick to the body allows Marshall to hit a nice left hand.
>Bekavac throws three punches in quick succession, but Marshall was out of range.
>Marshall quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Marshall is getting in closer to Bekavac, perhaps looking for a clinch.
>Strikes from Bekavac keep Marshall from stepping in too close, and he is forced to step back.
>Marshall throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Bekavac.
>Bekavac counters with a left jab that catches Marshall hard.
>Marshall steps back to avoid a leg kick.
>Moving in closer, Marshall looks like he may want to try and clinch with Bekavac.
>Bekavac tries to counter Marshall with a right hand, but it doesn't hit the target.
>Marshall is getting in closer to Bekavac, perhaps looking for a clinch.
>Marshall can't get near enough to engage, Bekavac uses strikes to keep him out of range.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Marshall.
>Bekavac sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>Bekavac avoids the takedown attempt.
>An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Bekavac looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Bekavac moves into the pocket.
>Marshall, standing in the pocket, has to check a leg kick.
>From the pocket, Marshall shoots in for a double leg.
>A counter right cross is too slow to catch Marshall.
>Marshall has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Bekavac has to pull guard.
>Breathing very hard, Stjepan Bekavac is looking ragged.
>Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2:
>And here we go, round two!
>Marshall avoids a quick jab and hits a solid left jab.
>Marshall slips past a left jab and counters with a nice left hand.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Marshall.
>Bekavac tries to avoid the takedown.
>Bekavac avoids the takedown attempt.
>Marshall is getting in closer to Bekavac, perhaps looking for a clinch.
>Bekavac keeps himself moving out of range, not wanting to clinch.
>Bekavac throws a speculative right, but it is nowhere near hitting.
>Marshall presses in closer to attack.
>Stalking forward, Marshall backs Bekavac up toward the corner.
>Marshall shoots in for a takedown.
>Bekavac stuffs the takedown, but gets pushed up against the ropes instead.
>Marshall looks for a trip takedown.
>Bekavac blocks the takedown attempt and turns Marshall around so that he has his back to the ropes.
>Stjepan Bekavac looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>Bekavac looks for an elbow strike, but Marshall out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position.
>Marshall looks for a trip takedown.
>Bekavac blocks the takedown attempt and turns Marshall around so that he has his back to the ropes.
>Bekavac launches an elbow strike but Marshall is ready and uses some wrestling to turn around so that Bekavac is the one against the ropes.
>Bekavac is trapped against the ropes and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.
>With Bekavac stuck against the ropes, Marshall tries to complete a takedown.
>Marshall doesn't get the takedown, Bekavac instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.
>Breathing very hard, Eliot Marshall is looking ragged.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Bekavac hits a knee strike to the thigh.
>Stjepan Bekavac looks like he is completely out of gas.
>Bekavac tries to throw a knee strike, but Marshall uses wrestling to prevent him from launching it.
>Marshall gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.
>Bekavac moves back from the grapple and looks ready to strike.
>A left jab misses, Marshall counters with a left jab to the cheek.
>Bekavac takes a hard inside leg kick.
>A left jab misses, Bekavac counters with a clean left jab.
>Bekavac throws a left jab but Marshall uses good head movement to make sure it slips by.
>Bekavac backs away to create some more space.
>A straight left fails to land and Marshall is able to fire back with a kick to the inside of the left thigh.
>There's only so many of those strikes to the legs that can be taken before they become an issue.
>A tired-looking Marshall approaches, looking for a takedown.
>Bekavac attempts to avoid Marshall as he shoots in.
>The takedown doesn't work, Bekavac saw it coming and got out of range.
>A drained-looking Marshall tries to close the distance between them.
>Marshall can't get close enough to grapple, Bekavac makes sure to keep out of range.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Marshall uses a right hook to the body, but misses.
>Bekavac seems to be waiting for Marshall to make a move.
>Marshall keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Bekavac doesn't press the issue, allowing Marshall to circle.
>The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

>The judges' decisions are now being announced.
>Judge #1: Marshall.
>Judge #2 has Bekavac as the winner.
>Judge #3: Marshall.
>Eliot 'The Fire' Marshall wins by split decision!
>Official Result: Eliot 'The Fire' Marshall defeats Stjepan 'Stipe' Bekavac (Split Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.

Fourth Encounter: Mats Nilsson x Sean Strickland

Round 1:
>We are underway!
>Nilsson moves out of range of a flurry of punches.
>Strickland is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Nilsson.
>He pulls Nilsson into a grapple.
>Using his wrestling skills, Strickland is trying to push Nilsson up against the ropes.
>Strickland manages it, and controls Nilsson up against the ropes.
>Strickland tries to dirty box Nilsson, but finds himself out-wrestled and turned around so that he is the one against the ropes.
>Nilsson tries to keep him up against the ropes with wrestling, but Strickland reverses so that he is the one in control.
>Strickland steps back to achieve some separation from Nilsson and gets ready to strike.
>Nilsson slips past a straight punch and hits a crisp left jab.
>Nilsson throws a left jab but Strickland uses good head movement to make sure it slips by.
>Not comfortable in the pocket, Nilsson steps back and creates some space.
>Moving in closer, Strickland looks like he may want to wrestle Nilsson.
>Nilsson tries to take down Strickland as he steps in, but he blocks it.
>Strickland looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Nilsson.
>The two fighters move closer, ready to strike.
>Strickland throws a flurry of punches but Nilsson covers up well.
>From the pocket, Nilsson shoots in for a double leg.
>Strickland sprawls to stop the takedown, then pulls Nilsson up close into a clinch.
>Strickland tries to wrestle Nilsson backward and up against the ropes.
>Nilsson ends up backed against the ropes.
>Strickland tries to keep him up against the ropes with wrestling, but Nilsson struggles and doesn't let himself get controlled.
>Showing his ability to control opponents, Strickland smothers Nilsson against the ropes while nailing him with short strikes to the body for about thirty seconds.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Strickland moves back from the grapple and looks ready to strike.
>Nilsson uses head movement to avoid a left jab.
>Nilsson circles away, creating some distance between them.
>Nilsson snaps off a crisp jab.
>Nilsson comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Strickland sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>Nilsson can't get the takedown, Strickland was too quick to back away.
>Strickland steps back to avoid a left jab.
>Moving in closer, Strickland looks like he may want to wrestle Nilsson.
>Nilsson finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Strickland is trying to muscle Nilsson up against the ropes.
>Strickland achieves it, pinning Nilsson to the ropes.
>Nilsson gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.
>Sean Strickland is breathing very hard.
>Strickland launches an elbow strike but Nilsson is ready and uses some wrestling to turn around so that Strickland is the one against the ropes.
>Nilsson shows great control, keeping Strickland pressed against the ropes while punishing him with sharp strikes to the body for a little over a minute.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Having been stuck against the ropes for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
>The time runs out on round one.

Round 2:
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Strickland counters a left jab by using a flurry of small strikes.
>Nilsson waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a left jab to the cheek.
>Nilsson shoots in for a takedown.
>Strickland tries to step away from the takedown.
>The takedown doesn't work, Strickland saw it coming and got out of range.
>Nilsson looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Strickland.
>Nilsson can't get close enough to grapple, Strickland keeps him away with strikes.
>Mats Nilsson is breathing very hard.
>Nilsson throws out a quick left jab.
>Time slips away as Strickland doesn't press Nilsson, allowing him to circle.
>A flicked jab from Nilsson only finds gloves.
>The fight slows as Strickland sits back and allows Nilsson to circle.
>Nilsson chooses to move forward and try to take Strickland down.
>A counter right cross is too slow to catch Nilsson.
>Nilsson has the takedown! Strickland pulls guard.
>Sean Strickland seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
>Nilsson starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Strickland attempts a triangle choke on Nilsson from the bottom of the guard.
>Nilsson pulls free before the triangle can be locked in.
>Mats Nilsson looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Nilsson is trying to pass guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Nilsson blocks an attempted sweep.
>Nilsson looks to pass guard and get side control.
>Nilsson passes to side control with ease.
>Nilsson attempts an armbar.
>Nilsson gets the armbar fully applied and Strickland has to tap out!

>Mats Nilsson takes the victory by way of submission!
>Official Result: Mats Nilsson defeats Sean Strickland (Submission (Armbar) in 7:37 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout: Giovanni Santos x Mackens Semerzier

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>Semerzier steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything.
>Santos hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>Semerzier steps in closer to force the issue.
>Semerzier comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Santos tries to step away from the takedown.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Santos avoided Semerzier.
>Santos uses a right hook to the body, but misses.
>Not letting Santos settle, Semerzier moves in closer.
>Semerzier comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Santos.
>Semerzier can't get near enough to engage, Santos uses strikes to keep him out of range.
>Semerzier comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Santos tries to time a counter right hand, but can't get it.
>The takedown is completed, Santos is on his back and pulls guard.
>Semerzier tries to control Santos against the ground, but finds it a struggle.
>Santos works some separation, and Semerzier ends up standing looking down at him.
>Semerzier blasts Santos with a stomp!
>On his back, Santos watches as Semerzier comes in looking to get a dominant ground position.
>Semerzier is quick, Santos can't stop him getting side control.
>Semerzier looks to get a mount.
>Semerzier shows his ground skills and slips to mount.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Semerzier fires away with elbows, but Santos deals with them fairly well.
>Blood is visible on Santos, that strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye.
>Semerzier pounds away on Santos, but few of the shots lands clean.
>Semerzier unloads with big punches from the mount, but Santos is able to deal with most of them.
>Semerzier pounds away from the mount, but is unable to land many clean shots on Santos.
>Semerzier unloads with some big punches, but Santos deals with them comfortably.
>Semerzier counters an attempt by Santos to move him from mount by taking his back!
>Semerzier tries to pound on Santos, but can't balance properly due to the squirming going on, and cannot hit anything cleanly.
>Santos tries a roll, but doesn't budge Semerzier.
>Semerzier fires away with right hands, but Santos covers up and doesn't take any undue damage.
>Santos tries to turn over and sweep Semerzier but can't do it.
>Semerzier gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.
>Semerzier, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
>Semerzier flattens Santos out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

>By submission, the winner is Mackens Semerzier!
>Official Result: Mackens 'Mack Da Menace' Semerzier defeats Giovanni 'Soldado' da Silva Santos (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 8:26 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.

2nd Bout: Scott Barrett x Jan Jorgensen

Round 1:
>And here we go!
>Jorgensen counters a weak right kick with a solid left jab.
>Jorgensen avoids a leg kick and scores with a crisp left hand punch.
>Jorgensen comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Barrett tries to avoid the takedown.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Barrett avoided Jorgensen.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything.
>They wind up in a tight clinch.
>Jorgensen attempts to pick Barrett up for a slam.
>Barrett doesn't allow himself to be lifted, and he gets away from Jorgensen.
>Jorgensen avoids a kick to the leg and hits a solid left jab.
>Jorgensen sees a body kick coming and hits a straight left.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Jorgensen.
>Barrett tries to avoid Jorgensen.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Barrett avoided Jorgensen.
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>Moving in closer, Barrett looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>Keen to maintain some distance, Jorgensen uses strikes to keep Barrett away.
>Jorgensen shoots in for a takedown.
>Barrett gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.
>Jorgensen attempts to pass guard.
>Barrett is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Jorgensen firmly in guard.
>Jorgensen gets pulled in tight, stopping him from posturing up or launching any attacks.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Jorgensen attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>Jorgensen struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard.
>Barrett tries to pull Jorgensen in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
>Jorgensen attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>Barrett keeps his guard secure.
>Barrett bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position.
>Jorgensen seizes the opportunity, Barrett was too slow and gets caught in side control.
>Jorgensen looks to get a mount.
>He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt.
>Barrett tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
>Stuck under side control, Barrett takes a knee to the ribs.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Jorgensen attempts to americana Barrett from side control.
>Barrett defends himself well.
>Scott Barrett is looking really tired.
>Jorgensen blocks an attempt to pull guard.
>Jorgensen attempts to move to mount.
>Barrett doesn't let Jorgensen get the mount, and so he remains at side control.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
>That was a yawner of a round, and I think both fighters are now a bit frustrated.

Round 2:
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>Jorgensen gets a vicious inside leg kick on Barrett.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>Jorgensen side-steps a barrage of big punches and hits a stinging left jab.
>Barrett steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Jorgensen comes in closer to press the issue.
>Jorgensen throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Barrett.
>Barrett attempts to avoid Jorgensen as he shoots in.
>The takedown doesn't work, Barrett saw it coming and got out of range.
>Scott Barrett looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>Barrett throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage.
>It seems that Jorgensen is happy to let Barrett circle for the moment.
>Jorgensen throws a looping punch, but Barrett avoids it.
>Barrett doesn't press the issue, allowing Jorgensen to circle.
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up grappling.
>Jorgensen has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Barrett down.
>He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a Greco-Roman slam! Barrett pulls guard.
>Jorgensen tries to pass the guard.
>He manages to pass, but only to half guard.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Jorgensen attempts to pass half guard.
>He passes half guard fairly easily, getting to side control.
>Breathing very hard, Jan Jorgensen is looking ragged.
>Stuck under side control, Barrett takes a knee to the ribs.
>In side control, Jorgensen begins working to get a mount.
>He can't get the mount.
>Barrett tries to sweep Jorgensen but can't.
>Jorgensen starts hammering away at Barrett with right hands.
>Barrett is barely able to do anything at all, he cannot get out from under Jorgensen!
>The referee stops the fight, he didn't feel Barrett was intelligently defending himself!

>Jan 'The Saint' Jorgensen takes the win by TKO!
>Official Result: Jan 'The Saint' Jorgensen defeats Scott Barrett (TKO (Strikes) in 7:36 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.

3rd Bout: Joseph Duffy x Rene Nazare

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>Duffy avoids a jab.
>Nazare comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Duffy sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Duffy avoided Nazare.
>Moving in closer, Nazare looks like he may want to wrestle Duffy.
>Nazare grabs Duffy and pulls him into a grapple.
>Nazare throws a few close-range strikes, but Duffy smothers the shots and takes control of the grappling.
>Duffy and Nazare break the grapple and are apart again, circling.
>Nazare looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Nazare can't get near enough to engage, Duffy uses strikes to keep him out of range.
>Duffy snaps off a jab that catches Nazare coming in.
>Duffy hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>Not letting Duffy settle at all, Nazare comes in closer.
>Nazare shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Duffy sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Duffy avoided Nazare.
>Nazare looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Duffy.
>Duffy is pulled into a grapple.
>Nazare attempts to pick Duffy up for a slam.
>Duffy is able to block it and pull away from him.
>Nazare shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Duffy tries to avoid Nazare.
>Nazare doesn't get the takedown, Duffy avoided it.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Nazare keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Duffy doesn't press the issue, allowing Nazare to circle.
>Nazare comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Duffy.
>Duffy is pulled into a grapple.
>Using his wrestling skills, Nazare is trying to push Duffy up against the ropes.
>Nazare manages it, and controls Duffy up against the ropes.
>Nazare looks for a trip takedown.
>Duffy digs in and manages to defend the takedown.
>Duffy wrestles free of Nazare and backs off to the center.
>After a flurry of punches miss, Duffy is able to strike back with a clean left.
>Moving in closer, Nazare looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>Nazare can't get near enough to engage, Duffy uses strikes to keep him out of range.
>Duffy hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>Not letting Duffy settle at all, Nazare comes in closer.
>Nazare shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Duffy tries to counter with a right hand, but is too slow.
>Duffy gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.
>In guard, Nazare catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Nazare starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>Duffy is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Nazare firmly in guard.
>Duffy pulls Nazare close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head.
>The time runs out on round one.

Round 2:
>And here we go, round two!
>Duffy feints going high, but Nazare doesn't buy it.
>Duffy counters a left jab by hitting a nice left hand.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Nazare.
>Nazare can't get the takedown, Duffy defended it well.
>Duffy looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Duffy is in the pocket, ready to attack Nazare.
>Duffy lands a crisp jab.
>A left jab misses, Duffy counters with a clean punch.
>Slipping past a flurry of punches, Duffy counters with a kick to the ribs.
>Nazare sees a kick being set up and so strikes first with a crisp left jab.
>From the pocket, Duffy catches Nazare with a crisp jab.
>Using good head movement, Duffy ducks under a punch and scores with a nice jab.
>Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Duffy hits a clean left jab.
>Nazare gets caught with a stiff jab.
>Nazare gets tagged with a crisp jab.
>A flurry of rights and lefts all miss, allowing Duffy to hit a solid left jab.
>From the pocket, Duffy catches Nazare with a crisp jab.
>Nazare gets caught with a stiff jab.
>Duffy throws a kick to the body but Nazare dodges it.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Duffy hits a kick to the body.
>Nazare slips out of the way of a right body kick, showing good footwork at such close range.
>Nazare sees a right kick coming and so moves forward to strike with a straight left.
>Using head movement, Nazare slips past a left jab and counters with a solid punch.
>Duffy uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by.
>Nazare slips out of the way of a right body kick, showing good footwork at such close range.
>Nazare uses head movement to avoid a left jab.
>Duffy slips past a flurry of rights and lefts and hits a punch.
>Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Nazare hits a nice jab.
>Duffy gets tagged with a crisp jab.
>Duffy covers up, absorbing a flurry of punches.
>Rene Nazare doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Nazare eats a stiff jab.
>A flurry of rights and lefts all miss, allowing Duffy to hit a nice left.
>Nazare uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Nazare slips out of the way of a right body kick, showing good footwork at such close range.
>Not comfortable in the pocket, Duffy steps back and creates some space.
>Duffy misses with an attempted right hook to the body.
>Not letting up, Nazare steps in closer to pressure Duffy into action.
>The time expires on round two, and that is the end of the fight.

>The official decisions are being reported now.
>All three judges have given the victory to Duffy.
>Duffy wins by unanimous decision!
>Official Result: Joseph Duffy defeats Rene Nazare (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.

4th Bout: Antonio Banuelos x Sergio Pettis

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate.
>Pettis slips past a jab and scores with a kick to the side of the ribs.
>From the pocket, Banuelos sees a body kick coming and hits a stinging jab.
>Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Banuelos hits a series of quick, sharp punches.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but neither hits.
>Banuelos uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by.
>Seeing a low kick coming, Banuelos strikes first with a great right hook which lands perfectly and knocks Pettis out!

>By Knock Out, the winner is Antonio Banuelos!
>Official Result: Antonio Banuelos defeats Sergio Pettis (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:07 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great.

5th Bout: Steve Carl x Lyman Good

We experienced technical difficulties throughout this fight. Lyman Good won by TKO, 3:36 into the second round.

6th Bout: Women's Number One Contender Match:
Jessica Aguilar x Gina Carano

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done.
>Carano moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a clean left.
>A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Carano to fire back with a barrage of hard right hands, Aguilar is dazed and can only cover up to try and protect herself!
>Getting destroyed, Aguilar falls to the ground...but the blows keep on landing!
>With Aguilar taking a lot of big punches, the referee has to stop the match!

>By TKO, the winner is Gina Carano!
>Official Result: Gina Carano defeats Jessica 'Jag' Aguilar (TKO (Strikes) in 1:13 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.

Co-Main Event: Cruiserweight Number One Contender Match:
Jimi Manuwa x Anthony Johnson

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Johnson to fire back with a flying side kick that catches Manuwa full on the jaw, knocking him out!

>The winner, by Knock Out; Anthony Johnson!
>Official Result: Anthony 'Rumble' Johnson defeats Jimi 'The Poster Boy' Manuwa (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:31 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.

Main Event: PURE Heavyweight Championship Bout:
Aleksander Emelianenko x © Satoshi Ishii

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate.
>From the missed strikes they clinch.
>Ishii attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Emelianenko to the ground.
>Emelianenko keeps his composure, and Ishii cannot get enough leverage to throw him.
>Emelianenko turns Ishii slightly, but can't create enough space to get free of the clinch.
>Ishii looks to take Emelianenko down by setting up a judo throw.
>Emelianenko shows stubborn resistance and Ishii cannot execute the throw.
>Emelianenko tries to get clear of the grapple, but Ishii holds him in place.
>Ishii tries to pick Emelianenko up for a slam.
>He can't get it though, Emelianenko defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely.
>Ishii circles as he plans his next move.
>Emelianenko steps in closer to force the issue.
>Ishii slips out of the way of a leg kick.
>Ishii comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Emelianenko counters with a right hand that catches Ishii flush, rocking him!
>Emelianenko looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Ishii.
>Ishii seems happy to engage with Emelianenko in the pocket.
>A low kick is checked by Ishii.
>Emelianenko slips past a jab and scores with a swift leg kick.
>Slipping past a right jab, Emelianenko hits a nice jab.
>Ishii takes a hard inside leg kick from the pocket.
>There's only so many of those strikes to the legs that can be taken before they become an issue.
>From the pocket, Emelianenko catches Ishii with a crisp jab.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>A right jab misses, giving Emelianenko the chance to hit back with a vicious leg kick.
>From the pocket, Emelianenko hits a swift leg kick on Ishii.
>There is no doubt that the damage has added up and Satoshi Ishii has an injured leg.
>A right jab misses, Emelianenko counters with a big kick to the outside of the right thigh.
>Emelianenko throws a wild left but Ishii avoids it.
>There's a double leg attempt from Ishii, from the pocket.
>A good sprawl stops the takedown, and Ishii is brought down to the mat in a loose front facelock.
>Emelianenko rolls the turtled Ishii over and secures side control.
>Ishii takes a crunching knee strike to the ribs from under side control!
>Emelianenko starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.
>Ishii keeps Emelianenko from mounting him.
>Ishii attempts to pull Emelianenko into an arm-in guillotine.
>Ishii gets a guillotine but cannot get Emelianenko to tap out!
>It looks like the choke is not perfectly applied, and that is allowing Emelianenko to breathe.
>The hold is released, Ishii realised that he was gassing his arms on an attempt that wasn't going to finish the fight.
>Emelianenko looks to pass guard and get side control.
>He can't get free of the guard.
>Aleksander Emelianenko looks very tired out there.
>Ishii attempts to guillotine Emelianenko from the bottom of the guard.
>The choke is applied, Emelianenko has no option but to tap out!

>Satoshi Ishii takes the victory by way of submission and REMAINS PURE Heavyweight Champion!
>Official Result: Satoshi Ishii defeats Aleksander Emelianenko (Submission (Guillotine) in 9:45 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.

FOTN: Matt Ricehouse x Juha-Pekka Vainikainen
KOTN: Anthony Johnson & Antonio Banuelos
SOTN: Mackens Semerzier

Prediction Results-

AtlantaThrasher: 19-5

CageRage: 13-11

Jingo: 6-6

wekka · August 29, 2013

PURE 61st Battle Card Finalized: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>PURE Fighting Championships 61st Battle @ Goiania Arena in Brazil AXStv Preliminary Card: First Encounter: Richardson Moreira (10-3) x John Salter (12-5) Second Encounter: Luis Nogueira (21-4-1) x Sirwan Kakai (13-3) Third Encounter: Yuri Villefort (16-5) x Amilcar Alves (20-7) Fourth Encounter: Thiago Michel (15-5) x Mairbek Taisumov (25-6) PPV Main Card: Opening Bout: Hernani Perpetuo (19-6) x Peter Sobotta (19-7-1) 2nd Bout: John Teixeira (22-2-1) x Brandon Bender (15-2) 3rd Bout: Maiquel Falcao (31-5-1) x Yoel Romero (12-3) 4th Bout: Alexandre Pantoja (18-3) x Pedro Nobre (18-4-2) 5th Bout: Danillo Villefort (18-6) x Luiz Cane (15-6) 6th Bout: Marlon Sandro (29-6) x Michihiro Omigawa (17-14-1) Co-Main Event: JZ Calvan (22-8-1) x Justin Wilcox (17-5-1) Main Event: PURE Cruiserweight Championship Bout: © Xande Ribeiro (10-0) x Robert Drysdale (11-2) </div></blockquote>

CageRage · August 29, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 61st Battle

@ Goiania Arena in Brazil

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Richardson Moreira (10-3)

x

John Salter (12-5)

Second Encounter:

Luis Nogueira (21-4-1)

x

Sirwan Kakai (13-3)

Third Encounter:

Yuri Villefort (16-5)

x

Amilcar Alves (20-7)

Fourth Encounter:

Thiago Michel (15-5)

x

Mairbek Taisumov (25-6)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Hernani Perpetuo (19-6)

x

Peter Sobotta (19-7-1)

2nd Bout:

John Teixeira (22-2-1)

x

Brandon Bender (15-2)

3rd Bout:

Maiquel Falcao (31-5-1)

x

Yoel Romero (12-3)

4th Bout:

Alexandre Pantoja (18-3)

x

Pedro Nobre (18-4-2)

5th Bout:

Danillo Villefort (18-6)

x

Luiz Cane (15-6)

6th Bout:

Marlon Sandro (29-6)

x

Michihiro Omigawa (17-14-1)

Co-Main Event:

JZ Calvan (22-8-1)

x

Justin Wilcox (17-5-1)

Main Event: PURE Cruiserweight Championship Bout:

x

Robert Drysdale (11-2)

wekka · September 1, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 61st Battle @ Goianaia Arena (14,518) http://www.igrejavideira.com/site/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Goi%C3%A2nia-Arena-Rosalvo-Castro.jpg AXStv Preliminary Card: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>First Encounter: John Salter x Richardson Moreira Round 1: >We are underway! >Salter slips out of the way of a jab. >Advancing, Salter counters a left jab by using a left hand. >Salter throws a left jab but Monstrão avoids it. >They come together and strike, but neither can land a clean shot. >Salter looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Monstrão. >Salter grabs Monstrão and pulls him into a grapple. >Salter and Monstrão break the grapple and are apart again, circling. >Salter looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Monstrão. >Salter grabs Monstrão and pulls him into a grapple. >Salter is looking to muscle Monstrão back against the ropes. >Salter does it, Monstrão is stuck with his back to the ropes. >Salter tries to maintain control, but Monstrão wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Salter ends up backed against the ropes. >Monstrão attempts to wrestle Salter to the ground. >Monstrão gets the takedown! Salter pulls half guard. >Looking to catch his breath, Monstrão is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. >Salter tries to sweep Monstrão but doesn't get anywhere. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Monstrão attempts an americana. >Salter stops Monstrão from applying it. >Salter struggles and manages to go from half guard to full guard. >Monstrão is trying to pass guard. >Salter keeps his guard secure. >Salter secures an arm and tries to ensnare Monstrão in a triangle. >Monstrão doesn't let Salter get it. >Monstrão is trying to pass guard. >Monstrão struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard. >Salter tries to ensnare an arm. >A kimura attempt almost catches Monstrão, but Salter eventually has to settle for using it to sweep to side control. >Salter throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. >Monstrão takes the opportunity well and manages to pull guard. >Salter looks to get past the guard. >He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt. >Monstrão attempts to secure an arm. >Monstrão gets a kimura and wrenches back, Salter has to tap out! >By submission, the winner is Richardson Moreira! >Official Result: Richardson 'Monstrão' Moreira defeats John Salter (Submission (Kimura) in 9:29 of round 1). The match was rated as being Average</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Second Encounter: Sirwan Kakai x Luis Nogueira Round 1: >We are underway! >Kakai stings Nogueira with a kick to the left thigh. >A left hand misses, allowing Kakai to counter with a scything low kick to the legs. >Luis Alberto Nogueira won't want to take too many unchecked strikes to the legs like that. >Kakai shoots in for a takedown. >Nogueira sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Nogueira avoided Kakai. >A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Kakai to fire back with a quick series of punches. >Backing out of range, Kakai circles tentatively. >Nogueira doesn't press the issue, allowing Kakai to circle. >There's a takedown attempt from Kakai. >The takedown doesn't work, Nogueira sprawled to defend it and then works into a clinch position. >The grapple breaks up after a short struggle, and the two fighters step apart. >Kakai counters a left jab with a series of quick jabs. >Nogueira sees a body kick coming and hits a left jab to the cheek. >Kakai is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Nogueira. >Nogueira finds himself pulled into a grappling contest. >Kakai uses underhooks to gain solid control, and is looking for a takedown. >Kakai doesn't get the takedown, Nogueira instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. >Nogueira and Kakai separate and we're back to a stand-off. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Nogueira throws a left jab but Kakai avoids it. >Kakai circles around Nogueira. >Nogueira seems to be waiting for Kakai to make a move. >Kakai throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Nogueira stuffs the takedown, but gets pushed up against the ropes instead. >With Nogueira stuck against the ropes, Kakai gets the underhooks and looks for a takedown. >Nogueira stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple and put Kakai against the ropes. >Nogueira launches a knee strike but Kakai is ready, catches the leg, and uses some wrestling to turn it around so that Nogueira is the one against the ropes. >Kakai smothers Nogueira against the ropes and stomps down on his foot. >Kakai pins Nogueira up against the ropes and stomps down hard on his foot. >With the ropes trapping Nogueira, Kakai gets the underhooks in and looks for a takedown. >Kakai can't get the takedown, as Nogueira wrestles his way into a dominant position. >Sirwan Kakai is breathing very hard. >Nogueira steps back to achieve some separation from Kakai and gets ready to strike. >A left jab misses, giving Nogueira the chance to hit back with a crisp left. >Kakai uses head movement to avoid a left jab. >Kakai, who looks drained, comes in looking for a quick double leg takedown from close range. >Kakai doesn't get the takedown, Nogueira saw it coming and was equal to it. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Advancing, Nogueira counters a left jab by using a solid left jab. >Slowly moving in closer, a ragged-looking Kakai wants to wrestle Nogueira. >He pulls Nogueira into a grapple. >From the looks of things, I don't think Sirwan Kakai has much energy left. >Round one ends as time expires. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >Moving forward, Kakai counters a left jab with a right hand. >There's a takedown attempt from Nogueira. >Nogueira can't complete the takedown, and has to settle for pushing Kakai up against the ropes. >With Kakai stuck against the ropes, Nogueira tries to complete a takedown. >Kakai digs in and manages to defend the takedown. >Kakai uses a whizzer to half turn Nogueira, creating enough space for him to break away from the grapple and return to the center. >Nogueira throws out a quick left jab. >Not letting Nogueira settle at all, Kakai comes in closer. >Looking very tired, Kakai comes in throwing ragged haymakers, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Nogueira stuffs the takedown attempt and then pulls Kakai into a clinch. >Sirwan Kakai looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. >Nogueira grabs an arm and tries and pull Kakai down to the ground into his guard. >The attempt is unsuccessful, Kakai blocked it and takes control of the grappling. >Getting underhooks, Kakai looks for a takedown. >Nogueira cannot stop being lifted up and blasted with a Greco-Roman slam, he can only pull guard! >Kakai tries to smother Nogueira, but he squirms free. >Nogueira throws out some punches, but Kakai leans back to avoid them. >Kakai tries to smother Nogueira, but he squirms free. >Nogueira raises his legs and tries to get Kakai into a triangle choke. >Kakai blocks the triangle attempt. >Kakai tries to smother Nogueira but can't keep control long enough. >Nogueira goes for the sweep from the bottom of the guard. >Nogueira sweeps Kakai, and they both scramble back to their feet. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Nogueira shoots in for a takedown. >Kakai stuffs the takedown attempt and then pulls Nogueira into a clinch. >Luis Alberto Nogueira is breathing very hard. >Kakai has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Nogueira to the ground. >A sweep of the legs is successful, Nogueira has to pull guard. >In guard, Kakai catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. >Kakai gets pulled in tight, stopping him from posturing up or launching any attacks. >Nogueira doesn't allow Kakai to smother him against the ground. >Nogueira brings his legs up and tries to lock Kakai in a triangle choke. >Kakai defends well against it. >Kakai tries to smother Nogueira but can't keep control long enough. >Nogueira attempts to guillotine Kakai from the bottom of the guard. >The choke is applied, Kakai has no option but to tap out! >By submission, the winner is Luis Alberto Nogueira! >Official Result: Luis 'Betao' Alberto Nogueira defeats Sirwan 'Zohan' Kakai (Submission (Guillotine) in 7:35 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Third Encounter: Amilcar Alves x Yuri Villefort Round 1: >The fight begins! >Alves slips past a left jab and counters with a sharp kick to the shin. >Alves moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Alves steps back to avoid a left jab. >Alves counters a flurry of punches with a kick to the ribs. >Alves moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Villefort gets Alves with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power. >Not letting Villefort settle at all, Alves comes in closer. >Alves looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Villefort uses his strikes to stop Alves from getting close enough to grapple. >Alves waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a kick to the outside of the left knee. >Yuri Villefort won't want to take too many unchecked strikes to the legs like that. >Alves throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Villefort. >Alves gets caught with a right cross though, and he is momentarily wobbly! >Alves counters a flurry of punches by hitting a left. >Alves is getting in closer to Villefort, perhaps looking for a clinch. >Strikes from Villefort keep Alves from stepping in too close, and he is forced to step back. >Alves steps back to avoid a left jab. >Alves uses a flurry of lefts and rights to get Villefort to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Villefort tries to step away from the takedown. >Alves doesn't get the takedown, Villefort avoided it. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Alves comes in closer, looking to clinch with Villefort. >Villefort keeps himself moving out of range, not wanting to clinch. >Alves hits Villefort with a kick to the inside of the left leg. >Alves circles as he plans his next move. >Villefort presses in closer to attack. >Alves steps back to avoid a left jab. >Alves throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Villefort. >Villefort tries to step away from the takedown. >Villefort avoids the takedown attempt. >Alves is getting in closer to Villefort, perhaps looking for a clinch. >Villefort tries to counter Alves with a big right cross, but it doesn't hit the target. >Villefort fakes a lunge. >Alves comes in closer to press the issue. >Alves comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Villefort now has Alves standing in the pocket. >Moving in closer, Alves looks like he may want to try and clinch with Villefort. >Alves is forced to use his gloves to deflect a sudden counter right. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Alves kicks Villefort to the side of the ribs. >Villefort gets Alves with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power. >Not letting Villefort settle, Alves moves in closer. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. Round 2: >Round two begins! >Alves avoids a quick jab and hits a solid left jab. >Villefort counters a left jab with a clean jab. >Alves avoids a jab and scores with a kick to the outside of the left knee. >Yuri Villefort is obviously limping. >Moving in closer, Alves looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Backing off, Villefort makes sure to keep out of range. >Yuri Villefort doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Despite being tired, Villefort looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Alves. >Alves now has Villefort standing in the pocket. >A left jab misses, giving Alves the chance to hit back with a kick to the outside of the knee. >Yuri Villefort visibly winced then as another shot landed to the legs. >Slipping past a left jab, Alves hits a stinging jab. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Villefort counters with a solid punch. >Alves uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by. >Alves is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Villefort. >Villefort is pulled into a grapple. >Alves is trying to muscle Villefort up against the ropes. >Alves does it, Villefort is stuck with his back to the ropes. >With the ropes trapping Villefort, Alves looks to be attempting to set up a judo throw. >An excellent outside leg trip sees Villefort get thrown to the mat, and Alves has no problem getting side control. >Alves throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. >Alves looks to roll Villefort slightly and slip behind. >Villefort tries to escape but only succeeds in giving up his back! >Amilcar Alves looks very tired out there. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Alves tries to flatten Villefort out for a rear naked choke. >Alves gets rolled onto his back, and Villefort spins over so that he is now in guard. >Alves should have gotten hooks in before attempting that submission. >Alves keeps Villefort, who looked to be trying to stand up, in guard. >Alves grabs Villefort and draws him in close, smothering him. >Villefort tries to stand up, but can't get free of the guard. >Grabbing an arm, Alves attempts to lock on a triangle choke. >Villefort gets caught by the triangle, and it's deep...there's no alternative but to tap out! >The winner, by submission; Amilcar Alves! >Official Result: Amilcar Alves defeats Yuri Villefort (Submission (Triangle With Armbar) in 6:47 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Fourth Encounter: Mairbek Taisumov x Thiago Michel Round 1: >And here we go! >Taisumov slips out of the way of a body kick. >A barrage of punches miss and Pereira strikes back with a kick to the inside of the left leg. >Taisumov counters a right kick to the legs with a barrage of huge rights, knocking Pereira down! >Almost immediately Pereira has shaken it off and is ready for Taisumov. >Taisumov looks to get on top of Pereira. >Taisumov comes around the raised legs and gets side control. >Taisumov fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. >Taisumov uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip. >Taisumov fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. >Taisumov attempts the mount. >Pereira can't stop it and gets mounted. >Taisumov has good control, and starts pounding away on Pereira. >Pereira had better start defending himself, or this will be over! >With Pereira stuck and taking a pounding, the referee has to stop the match! >By TKO, the winner is Mairbek Taisumov! >Official Result: Mairbek 'Beckan' Taisumov defeats Thiago Michel Pereira (TKO (Strikes) in 3:34 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> PPV Main Card <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Opening Bout: Peter Sobotta x Hernani Perpetuo Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Perpetuo avoids a leg kick and scores with a crisp jab. >Perpetuo throws a left jab but Sobotta avoids it. >Sobotta throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Perpetuo sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Perpetuo avoided Sobotta. >Sobotta comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Perpetuo. >Perpetuo uses movement to keep out reach, meaning Sobotta cannot get close enough to grapple. >Sobotta comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Perpetuo. >Sobotta cannot get close enough to the elusive Perpetuo to grapple. >Sobotta looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Perpetuo. >Seeing an opportunity, Perpetuo avoids the grapple and goes straight for a takedown, but Sobotta is equal to it. >There's a takedown attempt from Sobotta. >Perpetuo tries to step away from the takedown. >Perpetuo avoids the takedown attempt. >Sobotta slams a crisp right into the gloves of Perpetuo, but can't follow up. >The fight slows as Perpetuo sits back and allows Sobotta to circle. >Backing out of range, Sobotta circles tentatively. >Perpetuo seems to be waiting for Sobotta to make a move. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Sobotta comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Perpetuo sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Perpetuo avoided Sobotta. >Perpetuo throws a left jab but Sobotta avoids it. >Sobotta looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Perpetuo uses movement to keep out reach, frustrating Sobotta. >Sobotta comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Seeing a takedown opportunity, Perpetuo goes for a single leg, but Sobotta is equal to it. >Sobotta looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Perpetuo. >Perpetuo seems happy to engage with Sobotta in the pocket. >Sobotta looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Perpetuo tries to single leg Sobotta as he moves forward, but he is too quick to step away. >Moving in closer, Sobotta looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Perpetuo drops down to try and catch him by surprise with a single leg attempt, but it is blocked. >Hernani Perpetuo is looking really tired. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Sobotta shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Perpetuo tries to avoid Sobotta. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Perpetuo avoided Sobotta. >Peter Sobotta is looking really tired. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >A left hand misses, allowing Perpetuo to counter with a straight left. >Perpetuo throws a left jab but Sobotta avoids it. >Slowly moving in closer, a ragged-looking Sobotta wants to wrestle Perpetuo. >Sobotta cannot get close enough to the elusive Perpetuo to grapple. >From the looks of things, I don't think Hernani Perpetuo has much energy left. >Sobotta throws a couple of ragged-looking jabs as a set up, then attempts a takedown. >Perpetuo attempts to avoid Sobotta as he shoots in. >Sobotta can't get the takedown, Perpetuo was too quick to back away. >Looking tired, Sobotta comes in closer, attempting to wrestle with Perpetuo. >Perpetuo keeps himself moving out of range, not wanting to grapple. >Sobotta uses a right hook to the body, but misses. >The fight slows as Perpetuo sits back and allows Sobotta to circle. >Peter Sobotta seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >A tired-looking Sobotta approaches, looking for a takedown. >Sobotta gets a single leg takedown! Perpetuo pulls guard off it. >Sobotta pounds away on Perpetuo, but few of the shots lands clean. >Using his leg strength to push Sobotta back a bit, Perpetuo looks to scramble for position. >Sobotta is too quick though, and grabs side control before Perpetuo can get up. >The gas tank looks empty on Peter Sobotta. >The gas tank looks empty on Hernani Perpetuo. >Sobotta keeps Perpetuo guessing with a few quick strikes. >Sobotta feels Perpetuo prepare to scramble for position and makes sure it doesn't happen. >Sobotta fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >Sobotta blocks Perpetuo as he tries to get enough separation to scramble up. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Stuck under side control, Perpetuo takes a knee to the ribs. >Sobotta attempts to move to mount. >Perpetuo rolls to the side to try and escape the mount, but only succeeds in giving up his back instead. >Sobotta starts hammering away at Perpetuo with right hands. >Perpetuo is barely able to do anything at all, he cannot get out from under Sobotta! >The referee stops the fight, he didn't feel Perpetuo was intelligently defending himself! >The winner, by TKO, is Peter Sobotta! >Official Result: Peter Sobotta defeats Hernani Perpetuo (TKO (Strikes) in 7:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>2nd Bout: Brandon Bender x John Teixeira Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Teixeira avoids a jab. >Teixeira counters a wayward left jab with a solid left. >Bender throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Teixeira tries to avoid the takedown. >Bender doesn't get the takedown, Teixeira avoided it. >Bender circles around Teixeira. >Teixeira seems to be waiting for Bender to make a move. >Teixeira sneaks a glance at his corner. >Bender presses in closer to attack. >Bender chooses to shoot in on Teixeira. >Teixeira sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown doesn't work, Teixeira saw it coming and got out of range. >Bender comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Teixeira. >Not wanting to grapple, Teixeira uses strikes to keep Bender at a distance. >Bender tries for a left jab but Teixeira moves out of range. >Teixeira tries for a left jab but Bender moves out of range. >Teixeira counters a left jab with a kick to the outside of the left knee. >Teixeira waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a left. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >A jab misses and Teixeira counters with a crisp jab. >Teixeira comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Bender. >Bender seems happy to grapple with Teixeira. >Using his wrestling skills, Teixeira is trying to push Bender up against the ropes. >Teixeira achieves it, pinning Bender to the ropes. >Bender is controlled up against the ropes and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. >Teixeira drives a knee to the thigh area. >Brandon Bender is going to end up limping if he takes too many more of those strikes. >Teixeira moves back from the grapple and looks ready to strike. >Teixeira catches Bender with a crisp jab from the pocket. >Teixeira slips past a straight punch and then hits a nice left. >From the pocket, Teixeira hits a stiff jab. >Slipping past a left jab, Teixeira hits a straight left. >Teixeira uses head movement to dodge a jab, and counters with a nice jab. >Bender gets tagged with a crisp jab. >Teixeira lets a jab sail wide and counter-strikes with a crisp left. >A left jab misses, Teixeira counters with a nice left. >There's under a minute left in this round. >Bender uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by. >Teixeira circles away, creating some distance between them. >An errant jab sets Bender up to counter-strike with a solid left. >The time runs out on round one. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant. >From the missed strikes they clinch. >From the grapple, Bender tries to pick Teixeira up on his shoulder for a slam. >Teixeira defends it well though, and slips away from Bender. >Bender comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Teixeira tries to step away from the takedown. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Teixeira avoided Bender. >Teixeira throws a left jab but Bender avoids it. >Bender keeps out of range, assessing the situation. >Time slips away as Teixeira doesn't press Bender, allowing him to circle. >Bender looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Bender can't get near enough to engage, Teixeira uses strikes to keep him out of range. >Bender uses a flurry of lefts and rights to get Teixeira to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Bender doesn't get the takedown, Teixeira was equal to it and pulls them into a clinch. >Teixeira is trying to muscle Bender up against the ropes. >Teixeira does it, Bender is stuck with his back to the ropes. >Teixeira pins Bender up against the ropes and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. >Bender is trapped against the ropes and Teixeira punishes him with a solid elbow strike to the cheek. >Unable to get free, Bender is smothered up against the ropes for about thirty seconds. >Teixeira steps back to achieve some separation from Bender and gets ready to strike. >Using good head movement, Teixeira slips past a punch and hits a straight left. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Bender uses head movement to dodge a jab, and counters with a series of quick, sharp punches. >Slipping past a left jab, Teixeira hits a punch. >Bender dodges a jab, and fires back with a punch. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Teixeira counters with a straight left. >Breathing very hard, Brandon Bender is looking ragged. >Bender gets caught with a stiff jab. >Teixeira uses a stiff jab. >Working from in the pocket, Teixeira catches Bender with a solid left jab. >That blow looks like it may have broken his jaw. >Teixeira scores with a left jab from the pocket. >Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either. >Standing in the pocket, a visibly tired Bender chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Teixeira. >Teixeira counters with a right hook that catches Bender flush...and he goes down! >Without hesitation, Teixeira goes to finish Bender off with stomps and kicks! >Incredibly, Bender holds on and survives an arsenal of stomps and kicks! >John Teixeira doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Bender wraps Teixeira up in guard after he dived in with an attempted huge punch. >Teixeira tries to get out of guard and stand up, but Bender doesn't allow it. >Bender tries to ensnare Teixeira in a triangle. >Bender gets the triangle fully applied...and there's the tap out! >By submission, the winner is Brandon Bender! >Official Result: Brandon Bender defeats John 'Macapa' Teixeira (Submission (Triangle) in 8:43 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>3rd Bout: Yoel Romero x Maiquel Falcao Round 1: >The fight begins! >A tight combination narrowly misses Romero and allow him to counter-strike with a crisp jab. >Romero looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Romero can't get close enough to grapple, Falcao makes sure to keep out of range. >Romero steps back to avoid a kick to the body. >Falcao steps in, fakes dropping down for a shot, then darts back out. >Romero comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Falcao. >Romero can't get near enough to engage, Falcao uses strikes to keep him out of range. >Romero looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Falcao ends up grappling for supremacy with Romero. >Romero is looking to muscle Falcao back against the ropes. >Falcao ends up backed against the ropes. >Romero smothers Falcao against the ropes and stomps down on his foot. >Romero smothers Falcao up against the ropes while using the occasional short sharp punch to the body, keeping him stuck there for thirty seconds. >Falcao waits for Romero to throw an elbow, then uses wrestling to turn him around so that Romero now has his back to the ropes. >Falcao catches Romero with a hard right hand to the ribs. >Romero takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. >Falcao steps back from Romero and looks to unleash some strikes. >Slipping past a left jab, Falcao hits a flurry of jabs and straight punches. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >A low kick is checked by Romero. >Falcao uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by. >Falcao shows good head movement by slipping past a wild spinning back fist and hitting a hard right kick across the side. >Romero sees a low kick being set up and takes the opportunity to strike first with a well timed counter-punch that lands right on the button, knocking Falcao down! >Falcao recovers his wits quickly, and waits for Romero to make a move. >Falcao hits Romero with a vicious up-kick to the shoulder as he moves in to throw a punch. >Romero steps back and allows Falcao to stand back up. >Falcao throws a leg kick but Romero avoids it. >Falcao steps in, faking as if going for a shot, but Romero is alive to the deception. >A speculative right hand from Falcao doesn't find a home. >Romero doesn't let Falcao settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Romero looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Falcao uses his strikes to stop Romero from getting close enough to grapple. >Moving in closer, Romero looks like he may want to wrestle Falcao. >Falcao ends up grappling for supremacy with Romero. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Using his wrestling skills, Romero is trying to push Falcao up against the ropes. >Romero manages it, and controls Falcao up against the ropes. >Romero catches Falcao with a knee strike to the thigh. >Showing good control, Romero keeps Falcao stuck against the ropes and hits him with short punches to the body for the remainder of the round. >Round one ends as time expires. Round 2: >Round two begins! >Falcao drops his shoulder and feints to step in, but Romero isn't buying it. >A jab misses, allowing Romero to counter-strike with a nice left hand. >Romero slips out of the way of a leg kick. >Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither hits a telling strike. >Romero slips out of the way of a leg kick. >A right kick to the legs misses and Romero fires back with a left jab to the cheek. >Maiquel Falcao is looking really tired. >Romero comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Falcao. >He pulls Falcao into a grapple. >Romero is looking to muscle Falcao back against the ropes. >He does so, and now has Falcao pinned to the ropes. >Romero keeps Falcao up against the ropes with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. >Romero catches Falcao with a knee strike to the thigh. >Romero keeps Falcao up against the ropes with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. >Showing his ability to exert control, Romero smothers Falcao up against the ropes for a minute or so, wearing him down with occasional sharp punches to the ribs. >Yoel Romero is breathing very hard. >Romero catches Falcao with a knee strike to the thigh. >Romero breaks the grapple and prepares to launch some strikes at Falcao. >A left jab misses, giving Falcao the chance to hit back with a solid right hook to the body. >A left jab misses, giving Falcao the chance to hit back with a stinging jab. >We move into the second half of this round. >A flurry of lefts and rights don't trouble Romero, who covered up well. >Falcao dodges a jab, and fires back with a kick to the outside of the left leg. >Strikes to the leg like that will take their toll. >Using head movement, Falcao slips past a left jab and counters with a clean punch. >Romero checks a low kick. >Romero circles away, creating some distance between them. >A visibly tired Romero is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Falcao. >Falcao ends up grappling for supremacy with Romero. >Romero is looking to muscle Falcao back against the ropes. >Romero achieves it, pinning Falcao to the ropes. >From the looks of things, I don't think Yoel Romero has much energy left. >From the looks of things, I don't think Maiquel Falcao has much energy left. >Romero tries to press him up against the ropes, but finds it hard to keep any sort of real control. >Falcao catches an unsuspecting Romero in a standing guillotine! >Falcao gets the guillotine fully applied and Romero has to tap out! >The winner, by submission; Maiquel Falcao! >Official Result: Maiquel 'Big Rig' Falcao defeats Yoel 'Soldier of God' Romero (Submission (Guillotine) in 7:49 of round 2). The match was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>4th Bout: Pedro Nobre x Alexandre Pantoja Round 1: >And here we go! >A weak right kick is countered by Pantoja with a series of quick jabs. >There's a takedown attempt from Nobre. >Pantoja looks to grab a guillotine off the takedown. >The takedown is too fast, Pantoja cannot grab the guillotine. >Pantoja gets taken down by a single leg but is able to spin away almost immediately upon hitting the ground, and is quickly back on his feet. >Nobre looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >They start grappling, Pantoja looks happy to engage Nobre at close quarters. >Nobre attempts to wrestle Pantoja to the ground. >Pantoja blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple. >Pantoja tries to take Nobre down. >Nobre blocks the takedown attempt. >Nobre tries to uses a whizzer to turn Pantoja, but is blocked from doing so. >Clinched with Nobre, Pantoja looks to try and take him down. >Pantoja gets the takedown, but Nobre was ready and pulled guard. >Pantoja attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. >Pantoja struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard. >Nobre, working from the bottom, clips Pantoja with an elbow. >Pantoja starts trying to work to get past the guard. >Pantoja isn't able to pass guard on this attempt. >Nobre glances an elbow strike off the top of the head of Pantoja. >Pantoja begins trying to pass the guard. >Nobre is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Pantoja firmly in guard. >Pantoja gets pushed away, and ends up standing over Nobre, who is on his back. >Pantoja blasts Nobre with a stomp! >Pantoja hovers, wary of up-kicks, then darts in to hit a right hand before retreating again. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Nobre eats a vicious stomp! >Pantoja tries to come in and secure a ground position. >Nobre is too quick, slipping away from Pantoja and starting to scramble. >The scramble results in Nobre being on his back pulling half guard. >Pantoja reaches over and tries to lock Nobre in an arm triangle. >Nobre defends it well. >Nobre goes for the sweep from half guard. >The sweep is good, and Nobre ends up on top in half guard. >In half guard, Nobre begins working to get side control. >He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt. >Pantoja tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Nobre. >Nobre throws a few right hands to the body. >Nobre blocks an attempted sweep. >With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. >Nobre throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Pantoja tries to avoid the takedown. >Nobre can't get the takedown, Pantoja was too quick to back away. >Pantoja slips out of the way of a jab. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Pantoja throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage. >Nobre presses in closer to attack. >Pedro Nobre doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >A visibly tired Nobre is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Pantoja. >He pulls Pantoja into a grapple. >Nobre, controlling the grapple with Pantoja, tries to scoop him up for a slam. >Pantoja slips out of the attempted lift and takes the back of Nobre as he falls! >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >And here we go, round two! >A left jab misses and Nobre counters with a big right kick to the outside of the thigh. >Pantoja counters a left jab by hitting a clean jab. >Pantoja keeps Nobre back with a crisp jab. >Nobre comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket. >Nobre eats a stiff counter right hand and almost goes down! >Pantoja looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Nobre. >He pulls Nobre into a grapple. >Alexandre Pantoja is looking really tired. >Pantoja tries to get Nobre into a Muay Thai clinch. >Pantoja can't get it though, and Nobre is able to get free. >Pedro Nobre seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >Although visibly tired, Pantoja looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Nobre now has Pantoja standing in the pocket. >Pantoja hits a quick series of punches from the pocket. >Nobre uses head movement to avoid a left jab. >From the pocket, a tired-looking Pantoja shoots in for a double leg. >Nobre tries to strike first with a solid right hook, but isn't quick enough. >Pantoja gets the takedown! Nobre pulls guard. >Pantoja throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. >Nobre tries to get double underhooks on Pantoja so that he can get some control, but can't get them. >Pantoja looks to get past the guard. >He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt. >Nobre tries to smother Pantoja by holding him, but can't keep control. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Looking to catch his breath, Pantoja is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. >Pantoja begins trying to pass the guard. >He can't find a way past the guard. >Nobre bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. >Alexandre Pantoja seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >Neither fighter can gain an advantage in the scramble, and they both end up on their feet. >Nobre counters a flurry of punches with a kick to the ribs. >Pantoja throws three punches in quick succession, but Nobre was out of range. >Nobre presses in closer to attack. >Pedro Nobre looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. >Despite being tired, Nobre looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Pantoja. >Keen to maintain some distance, Pantoja uses strikes to keep Nobre away. >Although visibly tired, Nobre looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Strikes from Pantoja keep Nobre from stepping in too close. >Moving in closer, a tired-looking Nobre apparently wants to strike from the pocket. >Nobre is in the pocket, ready to attack Pantoja. >Using good head movement, Nobre ducks under a punch and scores with a kick to the ribs. >Pantoja slips past a jab and scores with a punch. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >A left jab misses, giving Pantoja the chance to hit back with a series of quick, sharp punches. >A left jab misses the mark and allows Pantoja to counter with a nice left. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Nobre has the angle to counter with a jab. >The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. >The judges' decisions are now being announced. >All three judges have given Pantoja the win. >The winner, by unanimous decision, is Alexandre Pantoja! >Official Result: Alexandre Pantoja defeats Pedro Nobre (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>5th Bout: Luiz Cane x Danillo Villefort Round 1: >The fight begins! >Villefort avoids a kick to the leg and hits a straight left. >An errant jab sets Cane up to counter-strike with a clean left. >Villefort counters a left jab with a stinging left jab. >Villefort comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Villefort is in the pocket, ready to attack Cane. >Villefort is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Cane. >Villefort cannot get close enough to the elusive Cane to grapple. >Cane hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening. >Villefort doesn't let Cane settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Villefort uses a smart combination to get Cane to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Cane sprawls well, and Villefort is forced down to his knees, almost turtled up. >Cane unloads with big punches, Villefort is struggling to cope! >Cane unloads with big punches, Villefort is struggling to cope! >Cane hits a vicious kick to the ribs! >Thinking defence, Villefort rolls onto his back and away from further kicks to the body. >Cane tries to secure a ground position. >Villefort moves quickly, scrambling for position before Cane can get a hold. >Cane leaves a leg in as they scramble, and Villefort immediately tries to grab it. >Cane avoids the threat of a leg lock and ends up in guard. >Cane keeps Villefort guessing with a few quick strikes. >Villefort tries to ensnare Cane in a guillotine. >Villefort gets the guillotine, sinks it in, and Cane has to tap! >The winner, by submission, is Danillo 'Indio' Villefort! >Official Result: Danillo 'Indio' Villefort defeats Luiz 'Banha' Cane (Submission (Guillotine) in 5:20 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>6th Bout: Michihiro Omigawa x Marlon Sandro Round 1: >And here we go! >Omigawa slips out of the way of a flurry of punches. >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores. >Sandro comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Omigawa sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown doesn't work, Omigawa saw it coming and got out of range. >Omigawa looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Sandro. >They start grappling, Sandro looks happy to engage Omigawa at close quarters. >Looking to take this fight to the ground, Sandro tries to pull Omigawa down into his guard. >Omigawa defends the attempt to drag him down, and takes control of the clinch. >Omigawa tries to wrestle Sandro backward and up against the ropes. >He does so, and now has Sandro pinned to the ropes. >Omigawa tries dirty boxing, but Sandro out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position. >Sandro tries a foot stomp, but that puts him off balance and allows Omigawa to turn him so that he ends up backed against the ropes. >Omigawa tries to hit Sandro with an elbow, but Sandro takes the opportunity to switch it around so that he is in control and Omigawa is the one backed against the ropes. >Sandro attempts to wrestle Omigawa to the ground. >It looks like Omigawa is trying to grab a guillotine. >The takedown is successful, Omigawa pulls guard. >Sandro fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >In guard, Sandro begins working to pass to side control. >He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt. >Sandro blocks Omigawa as he tries a sweep from the guard. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Sandro fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. >Omigawa throws out some punches, but Sandro leans back to avoid them. >Sandro fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >Time slips away as Sandro successfully keeps Omigawa stuck against the ground. >The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. >Omigawa throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage. >Not letting Omigawa settle at all, Sandro comes in closer. >Sandro comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Sandro gets the takedown! Omigawa pulls guard. >In guard, Sandro begins working to pass to side control. >Omigawa finds his opponent too skilled, and Sandro passes guard into side control. >Sandro tries to lock Omigawa in an americana. >Omigawa fights off the americana attempt. >Sandro blocks Omigawa as he tries a sweep from side control. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Sandro attempts a kimura. >Omigawa defends himself well and is in no danger. >Michihiro Omigawa is looking really tired. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Omigawa slips out of the way of a leg kick. >Omigawa avoids a jab. >Sandro comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Omigawa. >Omigawa seems happy to grapple with Sandro. >Omigawa gets out-wrestled and Sandro takes control of the grapple. >With control of the clinch, Sandro tries to complete a takedown. >Omigawa doesn't fight the takedown, he seems content to pull guard. >Sandro throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. >Omigawa tries to sweep Sandro but can't do it. >From the looks of things, I don't think Michihiro Omigawa has much energy left. >Sandro throws a few right hands to the body. >Omigawa tries to pull Sandro in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. >In guard, Sandro begins working to pass to side control. >Sandro gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control. >Sandro tries to lock Omigawa in an arm triangle. >The arm triangle is fully applied, Omigawa has no option but to tap out! >By submission, the winner is Marlon Sandro! >Official Result: Marlon Sandro defeats Michihiro Omigawa (Submission (Arm Triangle) in 4:35 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Co-Main Event: Justin Wilcox x JZ Calvan Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Wilcox slips out of the way of a jab. >Moving in closer, Wilcox looks like he may want to wrestle Cavalcante. >Cavalcante seems happy to grapple with Wilcox. >Wilcox tries to wrestle Cavalcante backward and up against the ropes. >Wilcox can't move Cavalcante at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. >Cavalcante tries to take Wilcox down. >Wilcox doesn't fight the takedown, he seems content to pull guard. >Cavalcante tries to stand up, but can't get free of the guard. >Cavalcante punches down at Wilcox, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Wilcox is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Cavalcante off of him. >Wilcox is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Cavalcante off of him. >Cavalcante lies on top of Wilcox, basically smothering him. >With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. >A nicely executed one-two combination sets up a takedown attempt from Cavalcante. >Cavalcante can't get past the sprawl of Wilcox, and finds himself pushed face-down to the ground. >Wilcox tries to kick to the body, but Cavalcante scoots backward quickly and is able to stand back up. >Wilcox looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Cavalcante. >Wilcox grabs Cavalcante and pulls him into a grapple. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Wilcox ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple; Cavalcante takes control. >Clinched with Wilcox, Cavalcante looks to try and take him down. >Wilcox has the takedown scouted, he tries to grab a guillotine. >Cavalcante gets the takedown! Wilcox pulls guard. >Cavalcante tries to pass the guard. >Cavalcante isn't able to pass guard on this attempt. >Wilcox attempts a triangle choke on Cavalcante from the bottom of the guard. >Cavalcante doesn't let Wilcox get it. >Cavalcante throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. >Wilcox brings his legs up and tries to lock Cavalcante in a triangle choke. >Wilcox gets the triangle choke, it's in deep and Cavalcante is in huge trouble! >Cavalcante picks him up, then brutally slams him right back down again! >Despite the impact, Wilcox doesn't let go...and Cavalcante has to tap out! >By submission, the winner is Justin Wilcox! >Official Result: Justin 'The Silverback' Wilcox defeats Gesias 'JZ' Cavalcante (Submission (Triangle) in 8:22 of round 1). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Main Event: PURE Cruiserweight Championship Bout: Robert Drysdale x © Xande Ribeiro Round 1: >And here we go! >Drysdale throws a left jab but Ribeiro avoids it. >Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt. >Ribeiro is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Drysdale. >Ribeiro grapples with Drysdale, who made no attempt to escape. >Clinched with Ribeiro, Drysdale looks to try and take him down. >The takedown is completed, Ribeiro is on his back and pulls guard. >Drysdale tries to smother Ribeiro, but he squirms free. >Ribeiro pulls Drysdale down in close and hits him with several short punches to the side of the head. >Drysdale looks to get past the guard. >Ribeiro keeps Drysdale in guard. >Securing an arm, Ribeiro then brings his legs up and tries to lock Drysdale in a triangle choke. >Drysdale blocks the triangle attempt. >Drysdale starts trying to work to get past the guard. >Drysdale struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard. >Ribeiro gets the double underhooks in and pulls Drysdale close, controlling him well. >Drysdale tries to pass the guard. >Drysdale struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard. >From the bottom, Ribeiro glances an elbow strike off the top of the head. >We move into the second half of this round. >With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. >Ribeiro narrowly misses Drysdale with a right uppercut. >Drysdale doesn't let Ribeiro settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Drysdale swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Ribeiro. >Ribeiro tries to avoid the takedown. >Ribeiro avoids the takedown attempt. >Ribeiro slips out of the way of a jab. >Moving in closer, Ribeiro looks like he may want to wrestle Drysdale. >Drysdale counters with a takedown, and Ribeiro is forced to pull guard. >Drysdale attempts to pass guard. >He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control. >Drysdale tries to slip behind and take the back. >Drysdale takes the back, Ribeiro could do nothing about it. >Drysdale attempts an armbar. >Ribeiro pulls free, meaning Drysdale loses a great position and is now held down in side control. >Ribeiro attempts to roll Drysdale slightly and take his back. >Drysdale tries to escape but only succeeds in giving up his back! >We're into the final minute of the round. >Ribeiro attempts an armbar. >Drysdale pulls free of the armbar attempt, leaving Ribeiro lying flat, easily secured in side control. >Drysdale tries to get into the mount position. >He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt. >Ribeiro brings his legs in to trap Drysdale in half guard. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >Drysdale steps back to avoid a flurry of punches. >Ribeiro shoots in for a takedown. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Drysdale blocked Ribeiro. >There's a short stalemate as both fighters advance and throw strikes, but neither hits. >Ribeiro is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Drysdale. >Ribeiro grabs Drysdale and pulls him into a grapple. >Ribeiro looks for a trip takedown. >Drysdale cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard. >Ribeiro throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. >Drysdale tries to ensnare an arm. >Drysdale uses the threat of a kimura to turn Ribeiro and get side control. >Drysdale lets go of side control and stands up, then backs off, wanting the fight standing. >Ribeiro shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Drysdale attempts to avoid Ribeiro as he shoots in. >He has the takedown! Drysdale pulls guard. >Ribeiro throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. >Ribeiro begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >Ribeiro isn't able to pass guard on this attempt. >Drysdale attempts to secure an arm. >Drysdale uses an attempted kimura to flip his opponent and get side control. >Robert Drysdale is looking really tired. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Drysdale stands up and backs off, letting Ribeiro stand up as well. >Ribeiro counters a wayward left jab with a series of lefts. >Ribeiro looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Ribeiro cannot get close enough to the elusive Drysdale to grapple. >Ribeiro shoots in for a takedown. >Ribeiro can't get the takedown, Drysdale defended it well. >Alexandre Ribeiro is breathing very hard. >Ribeiro steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >Drysdale seems to be waiting for Ribeiro to make a move. >Drysdale slams a crisp right into the gloves of Ribeiro, but can't follow up. >Not letting Drysdale settle at all, Ribeiro comes in closer. >Stalking forward, Ribeiro backs Drysdale up toward the corner. >Looking tired, Ribeiro comes in closer, attempting to clinch with Drysdale. >Ribeiro can't get close enough to clinch, Drysdale makes sure to keep out of range. >Robert Drysdale looks very, very tired. >A tired Ribeiro moves forward, looking for a takedown. >Ribeiro can't get the takedown, Drysdale defended it well. >Alexandre Ribeiro looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Although visibly tired, Ribeiro looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >He gets into range. >A drained-looking Ribeiro tries to close the distance between them. >Drysdale is pulled into a grapple. >Using his wrestling skills, Ribeiro is trying to push Drysdale up against the ropes. >Ribeiro manages it, and controls Drysdale up against the ropes. >The time expires on round two, and that is the end of the fight. >The judges' decisions are now being announced. >Judge #1 has Drysdale as the winner. >Judge #2 gives the result in favour of Ribeiro. >Judge #3: Ribeiro. >Making Alexandre 'Xande' Ribeiro the winner by split decision and STILL PURE Cruiserweight Champion! >Official Result: Alexandre 'Xande' Ribeiro defeats Robert Drysdale (Split Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>FOTN: Danillo Villefort x Luiz Cane KOTN: Peter Sobotta SOTN: Justin Wilcox</div></blockquote> Prediction Results- AtlantaThrasher: 19-5 CageRage: 21-15 Jingo: 6-6

wekka · September 1, 2013

PURE Announces First Grand Prix In Over a Year; Scheduled to Commence at PURE 70th Battle:

During the usual press conferences for upcoming events, this time for PURE 62nd Battle, PURE announced plans to organize their first Grand Prix since the conclusions of the Son of Super Hulk, Women's Openweight, and Challenger Grand Prix.

They intend to organize a Featherweight World Grand Prix, since they believe 145 is their deepest division, and would make for a handful of great fights with fighters from across the globe.

PURE discussed how they expect to shut down the division completely after 66th Battle, to insure the best fighters are available to participate. The Grand Prix is expected to span three events: the opening round, quarterfinals, and final round, much like Pride's yearly tournaments.

Also like Pride, PURE plans on the champion being a participant, although his title will not be on the line throughout the grand prix. A victory over the champion and/or winning the entire grand prix will guarantee a title shot, though.

So far, only the winners of Kawajiri/Choi and the upcoming Ring of Warriors IX Featherweight Tournament have automatic bids in the FW WGP, the remaining fourteen fighters will be decided by fan vote.

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