PURE Fighting Championships: 21st Century Vale Tudo

wekka · September 1, 2013

PURE 62nd 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 62nd Battle @ Ariake Colosseum Opening Bout: Yuki Yasunaga (15-9) x Jessie Riggleman (17-6) 2nd Bout: Yusuke Yachi (15-5) x Takeshi Numajiri (16-6) 3rd Bout: Tatsunao Nagakura (17-6) x Freddy Assuncao (14-3-1) 4th Bout: Marcus Vanttinen (25-7) x Viktor Nemkov (19-6) 5th Bout: Taiki Tsuchiya (16-7) x Isaac DeJesus (17-8) 6th Bout: Shamil Abdurahimov (18-4) x Tadas Rimkevicius (26-11-1) 7th Bout: Angel Matos (debut; 2000 Olympic Taekwondo Gold Medalist) x Tetsuya Yamada (18-5-2) 8th Bout: Singh Jaideep (9-0) x Tengiz Tedoradze (27-11-1) 9th Bout: Rick Hawn (23-4) x Aslambek Saidov (17-5) 10th Bout: Kyoji Horiguchi (15-3) x Pat Runez (7-2) Co-Main Event: Shinya Aoki (37-7-1) x ISAO Kobayashi (18-4-4) Main Event: PURE Bantamweight Championship Bout: © Koetsu Okazaki (16-3-1) x Masakatsu Ueda (25-4-2) </div></blockquote>

CageRage · September 2, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 62nd Battle

@ Ariake Colosseum

Opening Bout:

Yuki Yasunaga (15-9)

x

Jessie Riggleman (17-6)

2nd Bout:

Yusuke Yachi (15-5)

x

Takeshi Numajiri (16-6)

3rd Bout:

Tatsunao Nagakura (17-6)

x

Freddy Assuncao (14-3-1)

4th Bout:

Marcus Vanttinen (25-7)

x

Viktor Nemkov (19-6)

5th Bout:

Taiki Tsuchiya (16-7)

x

Isaac DeJesus (17-8)

6th Bout:

Shamil Abdurahimov (18-4)

x

Tadas Rimkevicius (26-11-1)

7th Bout:

Angel Matos (debut; 2000 Olympic Taekwondo Gold Medalist)

x

Tetsuya Yamada (18-5-2)

8th Bout:

Singh Jaideep (9-0)

x

Tengiz Tedoradze (27-11-1)

9th Bout:

Rick Hawn (23-4)

x

Aslambek Saidov (17-5)

10th Bout:

Kyoji Horiguchi (15-3)

x

Pat Runez (7-2)

Co-Main Event:

Shinya Aoki (37-7-1)

x

ISAO Kobayashi (18-4-4)

Main Event: PURE Bantamweight Championship Bout:

x

Masakatsu Ueda (25-4-2)

Jingo · September 2, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 62nd Battle

@ Ariake Colosseum

Opening Bout:

Yuki Yasunaga (15-9)

x

Jessie Riggleman (17-6)

2nd Bout:

Yusuke Yachi (15-5)

x

Takeshi Numajiri (16-6)

3rd Bout:

Tatsunao Nagakura (17-6)

x

Freddy Assuncao (14-3-1)

4th Bout:

Marcus Vanttinen (25-7)

x

Viktor Nemkov (19-6)

5th Bout:

Taiki Tsuchiya (16-7)

x

Isaac DeJesus (17-8)

6th Bout:

Shamil Abdurahimov (18-4)

x

Tadas Rimkevicius (26-11-1)

7th Bout:

Angel Matos (debut; 2000 Olympic Taekwondo Gold Medalist)

x

Tetsuya Yamada (18-5-2)

8th Bout:

Singh Jaideep (9-0)

x

Tengiz Tedoradze (27-11-1)

9th Bout:

Rick Hawn (23-4)

x

Aslambek Saidov (17-5)

10th Bout:

Kyoji Horiguchi (15-3)

x

Pat Runez (7-2)

Co-Main Event:

Shinya Aoki (37-7-1)

x

ISAO Kobayashi (18-4-4)

Main Event: PURE Bantamweight Championship Bout:

x

Masakatsu Ueda (25-4-2)

AtlantaThrasher · September 2, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 62nd Battle

@ Ariake Colosseum

Opening Bout:

Yuki Yasunaga (15-9)

x

Jessie Riggleman (17-6)

2nd Bout:

Yusuke Yachi (15-5)

x

Takeshi Numajiri (16-6)

3rd Bout:

Tatsunao Nagakura (17-6)

x

Freddy Assuncao (14-3-1)

4th Bout:

Marcus Vanttinen (25-7)

x

Viktor Nemkov (19-6)

5th Bout:

Taiki Tsuchiya (16-7)

x

Isaac DeJesus (17-8)

6th Bout:

Shamil Abdurahimov (18-4)

x

Tadas Rimkevicius (26-11-1)

7th Bout:

Angel Matos (debut; 2000 Olympic Taekwondo Gold Medalist)

x

Tetsuya Yamada (18-5-2)

8th Bout:

Singh Jaideep (9-0)

x

Tengiz Tedoradze (27-11-1)

9th Bout:

Rick Hawn (23-4)

x

Aslambek Saidov (17-5)

10th Bout:

Kyoji Horiguchi (15-3)

x

Pat Runez (7-2)

Co-Main Event:

Shinya Aoki (37-7-1)

x

ISAO Kobayashi (18-4-4)

Main Event: PURE Bantamweight Championship Bout:

x

Masakatsu Ueda (25-4-2)

wekka · September 3, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 62nd Battle @ Ariake Colosseum (8,594) http://www.thenextpoint.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Ariake-Colosseum-Tokyo-2012-1.jpg http://i1.ytimg.com/vi/usrwxcDJQHg/hqdefault.jpg 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: Jessie Riggleman x Yuki Yasunaga Round 1: >We are underway! >Riggleman gets caught with a series of quick punches. >Riggleman chooses to shoot in on Yasunaga. >Riggleman doesn't get the takedown, Yasunaga saw it coming and was equal to it. >Riggleman avoids a flurry of punches. >A straight left by Yasunaga keeps Riggleman from advancing. >Not letting Yasunaga settle at all, Riggleman comes in closer. >Moving in closer, Riggleman looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Yasunaga seems happy to engage with Riggleman in the pocket. >Yasunaga shoots in, looking for a close range double leg. >Riggleman saw the takedown coming, he tries to grab a guillotine. >The takedown is too good, the attempted guillotine is lost. >He uses a single leg! Riggleman is too quick though, and as soon as he hits the ground he spins away, getting back to his feet. >Riggleman avoids a quick jab and hits a crisp left hand punch. >Yasunaga looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Seeing a takedown opportunity, Riggleman goes for a single leg, but Yasunaga is equal to it. >Riggleman shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Riggleman is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until he is on his knees. >Riggleman is rolled over onto his back, where Yasunaga secures side control. >Yasunaga tries to ensnare Riggleman in an armbar. >Riggleman fights off the armbar attempt. >Riggleman tries to pull guard on Yasunaga but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Yasunaga tries to ensnare Riggleman in an armbar. >Riggleman defends himself well and is in no danger. >Riggleman tries to move to guard, but Yasunaga doesn't allow it. >Yasunaga begins trying to get himself into a mount. >He can't mount Riggleman. >Riggleman transitions to half guard. >Yasunaga begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. >Riggleman keeps his half guard secure. >Yasunaga blocks an attempted sweep. >Yasunaga attempts to arm triangle Riggleman from the top of half guard. >Riggleman defends it well. >Riggleman tries to get full guard on Yasunaga but doesn't get anywhere. >Yasunaga reaches over and tries to lock Riggleman in an arm triangle. >Riggleman defends himself well and is in no danger. >Riggleman bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. >There wasn't enough separation, Yasunaga is able to leap forward and force Riggleman to turtle up. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Turtled up, Riggleman can do nothing about giving up his back. >Yasunaga tries to isolate and secure an arm. >With his opponent turtled tightly, Yasunaga cannot get an armbar set up. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. Round 2: >We are back underway! >Yasunaga slips past a left jab and counters with a quick series of punches. >Yasunaga keeps Riggleman back with a crisp jab. >Yasunaga slips past a left jab and fires back with a flurry of small strikes. >A straight left by Riggleman keeps Yasunaga from advancing. >Time slips away as Yasunaga doesn't press Riggleman, allowing him to circle. >Breathing very hard, Jessie Riggleman is looking ragged. >Yasunaga throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Riggleman tries to avoid the takedown. >Riggleman avoids the takedown attempt. >Riggleman throws out a quick left jab. >Yasunaga seems to be waiting for Riggleman to make a move. >Riggleman misses with an attempted right hook to the body. >Not letting Riggleman settle, Yasunaga moves in closer. >Jessie Riggleman seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >Yasunaga comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Riggleman tries to avoid Yasunaga. >He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. >Yasunaga attempts an arm triangle. >Riggleman stops Yasunaga from applying it. >Riggleman tries to sweep Yasunaga but doesn't get anywhere. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Yasunaga tries to lock Riggleman into a kimura. >Riggleman gets caught by a kimura, it's in deep! >No! Riggleman manages to get his arm free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked. >Riggleman tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. >Jessie Riggleman looks exhausted. >Yasunaga begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. >He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt. >Yuki Yasunaga looks very tired out there. >Riggleman tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Yasunaga. >Yasunaga starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. >Riggleman doesn't let Yasunaga get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place. >Riggleman tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Yasunaga. >With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. >Yasunaga catches Riggleman with a flurry of small strikes. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Slowly moving in closer, a ragged-looking Yasunaga wants to wrestle Riggleman. >Not keen on wrestling Yasunaga, Riggleman uses movement to keep out of reach. >Riggleman misses with an attempted right hook to the body. >Yasunaga steps in closer to force the issue. >The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. >The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced. >All three judges have Yasunaga down as the winner. >The winner, by unanimous decision, is Yuki Yasunaga! >Official Result: Yuki Yasunaga defeats Jessie 'Mountain Man' Riggleman (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>2nd Bout: Takeshi Numajiri x Yusuke Yachi Round 1: >And here we go! >Moving forward, Yachi counters a left jab with a crisp jab. >Moving forward, Yachi counters a left jab with a series of quick punches. >Yachi counters a left jab by hitting a nice left hand. >Yachi shoots in, looking for a takedown. >The takedown is completed, it was a single leg but Numajiri is on his back less than a few seconds; spinning out and away, he quickly gets back up. >Numajiri misses with an attempted right hook to the body. >Yachi doesn't let Numajiri settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Moving in closer, Yachi looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Standing his ground, Numajiri looks happy to engage Yachi in the pocket. >A left jab misses, giving Numajiri the chance to hit back with a left jab to the cheek. >Both fighters fire off strikes, but neither does any significant damage. >From the missed strikes they clinch. >Numajiri finds himself out-wrestled, and Yachi takes control of the grapple. >Yachi tries to take Numajiri down. >The takedown is completed, Numajiri is on his back and pulls half guard. >Yachi tries to lock Numajiri into a kimura. >Numajiri defends it well. >Numajiri bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. >Numajiri ends up in guard. >Numajiri tries to stand up, but can't get free of the guard. >Yachi drags Numajiri in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches. >Numajiri throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. >Yachi tries to pull Numajiri into a guillotine choke from the bottom of the guard. >Numajiri gets turned over via the guillotine, ending up on his back under side control. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Numajiri squirms around, preventing Yachi from connecting fully with a knee strike attempt. >Yachi looks to roll Numajiri slightly and slip behind. >He rolls Numajiri over a little...and slips behind to take the back! >Yachi has solid control over Numajiri, and starts pounding away with huge right hands. >Numajiri is taking lots of shots, and can't seem to find a way out from this position! >The referee gives Numajiri time to do something, but eventually has to come in and stop the fight! >The winner, by TKO, is Yusuke Yachi! >Official Result: Yusuke Yachi defeats Takeshi Numajiri (TKO (Strikes) in 7:14 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>3rd Bout: Freddy Assuncao x Tatsunao Nagakura Round 1: >We are underway! >Assuncao avoids a series of wayward big punches and counters with a kick to the outside of the left knee. >Several big right hands miss, setting Assuncao up to counter-strike with a stinging leg kick. >Tatsunao Nagakura is going to end up limping if he takes too many more of those strikes. >Nagakura avoids a quick jab and hits a solid left jab. >A left jab misses and Assuncao strikes back with a kick to the outside of the left knee. >A left hand misses, allowing Assuncao to counter with a kick to the inside of the left thigh. >Tatsunao Nagakura is limping, he clearly has a damaged leg. >Moving in closer, Assuncao looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Assuncao can't get near enough to engage, Nagakura uses strikes to keep him out of range. >Several big right hands miss, setting Assuncao up to counter-strike with a kick to the inside of the left leg. >Nagakura avoids a flurry of punches and hits a crisp jab. >Nagakura side-steps a daring flying knee strike and counters with a barrage of big punches on Assuncao! >Nagakura sees a leg kick coming but strikes first with a crisp left jab. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Nagakura counters with a stinging jab. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Nagakura has the angle to counter with a nice left. >Nagakura takes a stiff jab. >Good head movement allows Assuncao to go under a vicious right hand and immediately counter with a straight left. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Using head movement, Assuncao slips past a left jab and counters with a leg kick. >There was an audible groan from the crowd there, as Tatsunao Nagakura took yet another shot to the leg. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Assuncao hits a solid left jab. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Nagakura counters with a solid left jab. >Assuncao slips past a jab and scores with a solid right hook to the body. >Assuncao gets caught with a stiff jab. >Assuncao dodges a jab, and fires back with a stinging jab. >Nagakura dodges a jab, and fires back with a clean left jab. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Assuncao hits a nice sequence of jabs. >A left jab misses, Assuncao counters with a kick to the inside of the left thigh. >Nagakura falls to the ground, that kick looks like it may have been an accidental low blow! >From the looks of things, he will be able to continue. >The referee stops the clock while him takes a minute to recover. >Moving in closer, Assuncao looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >He gets into range. >Nagakura slips past a flurry of rights and lefts and hits a crisp left jab. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Nagakura counters with a stinging jab. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Nagakura has the angle to counter with a nice left. >Nagakura takes a stiff jab. >Good head movement allows Assuncao to go under a vicious right hand and immediately counter with a straight left. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Using head movement, Assuncao slips past a left jab and counters with a leg kick. >There was an audible groan from the crowd there, as Tatsunao Nagakura took yet another shot to the leg. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Assuncao hits a solid left jab. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Nagakura counters with a solid left jab. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. >That was the sort of round that MMA fans love; full of action, effort and drama. Great stuff. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >It sounded like his corner told Assuncao to stand and try to use counter striking against Nagakura in this round. >Assuncao moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a series of quick punches. >A left hand misses, allowing Assuncao to counter with a hard right kick to the legs. >Tatsunao Nagakura winced as that strike landed. >A big right hand doesn't find its intended target, allowing Assuncao to fire back with a sharp body kick. >Moving in closer, Nagakura looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Nagakura can't get near enough to engage, Assuncao uses strikes to keep him out of range. >Assuncao looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Assuncao is in the pocket, ready to attack Nagakura. >A left jab misses, Assuncao counters with a vicious leg kick. >Nagakura goes down hard, and it looks like he may have gotten caught low by accident! >Fortunately he signals that he will be able to continue. >The clock is stoppped, giving him time to recover. >After a flurry of punches miss, Nagakura is able to strike back with a jab. >Moving in closer, Nagakura looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Nagakura walks into a big left jab, landing right on the cheek. >Assuncao waits for Nagakura to step in, then hits a nice left jab. >Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything. >Nagakura counters a flurry of punches by hitting a barrage of big punches on Assuncao! >As he backs off it becomes clear that Assuncao is on rubbery legs, that last shot rocked him! >Nagakura tries to finish him off with a huge right hook, but just misses. >Moving in closer, Nagakura looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Nagakura can't close the distance, Assuncao keeps him away with strikes. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >A jab misses and Nagakura counters with a couple of hard right hands! >Assuncao might be in real trouble here, he is backing off but looks really unsteady on his feet! >Nagakura tries to finish him off with a right head kick, but it misses by inches. >Assuncao avoids a jab and scores with a crisp jab. >Assuncao looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Nagakura. >He gets into range. >Nagakura is stung by a sharp inside leg kick. >Seeing a low kick coming, Nagakura strikes first with a crisp left jab. >Assuncao lands a crisp jab. >Nagakura checks a leg kick and comes right back with a stinging jab. >A left jab misses, Nagakura counters with a crisp left jab. >Using good head movement, Nagakura slips past a wild right hand and hits a nice left. >Showing good head movement, Nagakura slips past a right hand and counters with a nice left. >A left jab misses, giving Assuncao the chance to hit back with a solid right hook to the body. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Assuncao hits a flurry of quick punches. >Assuncao throws a flurry of rights and lefts, but Nagakura covers up well. >Nagakura dodges a jab, and fires back with a clean punch. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Assuncao catches Nagakura with a solid jab. >Nagakura shakes off the blow. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Nagakura hits a solid left jab. >Assuncao uses head movement to slip past a vicious right and he hits a sequence of quick punches. >We reach the time limit and this fight is over. >The judges' decisions are now being announced. >All three judges have Assuncao down as the winner. >So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Freddy Assuncao! >Official Result: Freddy Assuncao defeats Tatsunao Nagakura (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 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>4th Bout: Viktor Nemkov x Marcus Vanttinen Round 1: >Round one begins! >A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Vänttinen to fire back with a series of lefts. >Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant. >Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either. >A left hand misses, allowing Nemkov to counter with a straight left. >Vänttinen gets Nemkov with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power. >Nemkov steps in closer to force the issue. >Nemkov looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Vänttinen. >Vänttinen is too quick, and manages to hit Nemkov with a good clean left jab. >Nemkov swiftly avoids a barrage of big punches. >A jab misses and Vänttinen counters with a clean left. >Nemkov slams a crisp right into the gloves of Vänttinen, but can't follow up. >Not letting up, Vänttinen quickly steps in closer to attack Nemkov. >There's a short stalemate as both fighters advance and throw strikes, but neither hits. >Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >A feint sets up a kick to the body, but Nemkov manages to just avoid it. >Vänttinen feints rushing in, but withdraws. >Nemkov catches a weak right kick to the legs and uses it to go for a takedown, and gets it, into half guard. >Nemkov attempts to pass half guard. >Nemkov struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard. >Vänttinen uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. >Vänttinen ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble. >Nemkov tries to pass the guard. >He passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control. >Nemkov attempts the mount. >Vänttinen can't fend off his opponent and is mounted. >Nemkov unloads with some big punches, but Vänttinen deals with them comfortably. >Vänttinen tries to sweep Nemkov out of mount but can't do it. >Nemkov pounds away from the mount with elbows, but Vänttinen covers up and defends them well. >Nemkov blocks Vänttinen as he tries a sweep. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Nemkov tries to pound on Vänttinen, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >Vänttinen tries to sweep Nemkov out of mount but can't do it. >Nemkov tries to pound on Vänttinen, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >Viktor Nemkov looks very tired out there. >The time runs out on round one. Round 2: >And here we go, round two! >Nemkov steps back to avoid an enormous knock out punch. >A left jab misses and Vänttinen strikes back with a sharp kick just above the hip. >Vänttinen feints to the right, trying to draw Nemkov into throwing a strike. >Vänttinen is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Nemkov uses movement to keep out reach, frustrating Vänttinen. >Moving in closer, Vänttinen looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Standing his ground, Nemkov looks happy to engage Vänttinen in the pocket. >Not comfortable in the pocket, Vänttinen steps back and creates some space. >A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Vänttinen to fire back with a huge right cross that sends Nemkov straight to the floor! He is out! >The winner, by Knock Out; Marcus Vanttinen! >Official Result: Marcus Vanttinen defeats Viktor Nemkov (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:31 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>5th Bout: Isaac DeJesus x Taiki Tsuchiya Round 1: >We are underway! >Tsuchiya slips past a left jab and counters with a kick to the ribs. >A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate. >DeJesus swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Tsuchiya. >Tsuchiya tries to strike first with a solid right hook, but isn't quick enough. >DeJesus has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Tsuchiya has to pull guard. >DeJesus pounds away from the guard with elbows, but Tsuchiya isn't troubled by them. >DeJesus gets pushed away, and ends up standing over Tsuchiya, who is on his back. >Tsuchiya pulls DeJesus into guard after catching a stomp. >DeJesus tries to pound on Tsuchiya with elbow strikes, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >DeJesus feels Tsuchiya prepare to scramble for position and makes sure it doesn't happen. >The clock runs down as Tsuchiya is being smothered against the ground by DeJesus. >DeJesus punches down at Tsuchiya, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >In guard, DeJesus throws a couple of punches designed to keep Tsuchiya guessing. >Tsuchiya works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position. >DeJesus seizes the opportunity, Tsuchiya was too slow and gets caught in side control. >DeJesus attempts to armbar Tsuchiya from side control. >Tsuchiya defends himself well and is in no danger. >Tsuchiya tries to pull guard on DeJesus but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. >In side control, DeJesus throws a couple of punches designed to keep Tsuchiya guessing. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >DeJesus tries to lock Tsuchiya in an armbar. >Tsuchiya blocks it. >DeJesus feels Tsuchiya prepare to scramble for position and makes sure it doesn't happen. >DeJesus attempts an armbar. >An armbar is applied, Tsuchiya is trapped! >No! He pops his arm free. That was really close. >Using an underhook to set it up, Tsuchiya looks to scramble for position. >DeJesus ends up pushing down on Tsuchiya who is facing him in turtle position. >DeJesus hits a short knee strike to the head. >Turtled up, Tsuchiya can do nothing about giving up his back. >DeJesus rolls Tsuchiya out of turtle position and into side control. >Stuck under side control, Tsuchiya takes a knee to the ribs. >DeJesus keeps Tsuchiya guessing with a few quick strikes. >DeJesus blocks an attempt to pull guard. >DeJesus uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip. >DeJesus attempts an arm triangle. >The arm triangle is fully applied, Tsuchiya is in deep trouble but is still trying to fight free! >Shockingly, DeJesus loses it! Tsuchiya pops his head free, and has somehow survived! >DeJesus blocks Tsuchiya as he tries to get enough separation to scramble up. >Breathing very hard, Taiki Tsuchiya is looking ragged. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >DeJesus throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. >Tsuchiya tries to move to guard, but DeJesus doesn't allow it. >DeJesus attempts an americana. >Tsuchiya fights off the americana attempt. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >We are back underway! >Tsuchiya avoids a quick jab and hits a series of quick punches. >Tsuchiya keeps his cool as DeJesus throws a feint to the left. >Tsuchiya counters a left jab by using a nasty-looking kick to the inside of the left knee. >DeJesus sneaks a glance at his corner. >Tsuchiya quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >Despite being tired, Tsuchiya looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with DeJesus. >Backing off, DeJesus makes sure to keep out of range. >DeJesus fakes a lunge. >Tsuchiya presses in closer to attack. >Moving in closer, a tired-looking Tsuchiya apparently wants to strike from the pocket. >Keen to keep space between them, DeJesus backs away. >Tsuchiya throws a barrage of big right hands after using a feint to trick DeJesus into committing to a strike, but he moves out of range just in time. >DeJesus moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Taiki Tsuchiya looks very, very tired. >Backing out of range, DeJesus circles tentatively. >Not letting up, Tsuchiya quickly steps in closer to attack DeJesus. >DeJesus moves out of range of some wild punches. >Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither hits a telling strike. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >DeJesus fakes a lunge. >Tsuchiya doesn't let DeJesus settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Isaac DeJesus doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Despite being tired, Tsuchiya looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with DeJesus. >DeJesus uses movement to keep out reach, frustrating Tsuchiya. >Moving forward, Tsuchiya counters a left jab with a left hand. >A left jab misses and DeJesus counters with a left. >DeJesus circles around Tsuchiya. >Tsuchiya quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >Taiki Tsuchiya looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. >DeJesus avoids a couple of wild punches. >Advancing, Tsuchiya counters a left jab by using a left hand. >DeJesus throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage. >Tsuchiya doesn't let DeJesus settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Tsuchiya moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a clean jab. >We're into the final minute of the round. >DeJesus fakes a lunge. >Not letting up, Tsuchiya quickly steps in closer to attack DeJesus. >Tsuchiya stalks DeJesus back toward the corner of the ring. >Tsuchiya comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket. >Keen to keep space between them, DeJesus backs away. >Moving in closer, a tired-looking Tsuchiya apparently wants to strike from the pocket. >Tsuchiya is now standing in the pocket. >The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. >The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced. >All three judges have given the victory to DeJesus. >Isaac DeJesus wins by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Isaac DeJesus defeats Taiki Tsuchiya (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>6th Bout: Tadas Rimkevicius x Shamil Abdurahimov Round 1: >Round one begins! >Rimkevicius slips out of the way of a leg kick. >Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either. >From the missed strikes they clinch. >Using his wrestling skills, Rimkevicius is trying to push Abdurahimov up against the ropes. >Rimkevicius does it, Abdurahimov is stuck with his back to the ropes. >Smothered against the ropes, Abdurahimov is trapped there, unable to do anything but take the occasional nasty short punch to the ribs, for about a minute. >Showing his ability to control opponents, Rimkevicius simply smothers Abdurahimov against the ropes for about half a minute. >Rimkevicius hits Abdurahimov, who is pressed up against the ropes, with a nice short uppercut. >With the fight having been stuck against the ropes for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. >Abdurahimov moves in and uses a flurry of quick punches to sting Rimkevicius. >They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage. >In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch. >Rimkevicius is looking to muscle Abdurahimov back against the ropes. >Rimkevicius achieves it, pinning Abdurahimov to the ropes. >Rimkevicius keeps Abdurahimov up against the ropes with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. >Rimkevicius tries to smother Abdurahimov against the ropes with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Rimkevicius against the ropes instead. >Abdurahimov moves back from the grapple and looks ready to strike. >Rimkevicius gets hit with a crisp jab to the jaw, rocking his head back. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Rimkevicius uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by. >A leg kick gets checked by Rimkevicius. >Abdurahimov dodges a jab, and fires back with a jab. >Abdurahimov snaps off a nice left jab from the pocket. >Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt. >Always alert, Rimkevicius uses good head movement to avoid a barrage of big right hands. >Abdurahimov throws a barrage of big punches but Rimkevicius covers up well. >Not comfortable in the pocket, Abdurahimov steps back and creates some space. >Rimkevicius avoids a jab. >Abdurahimov throws a left jab but Rimkevicius avoids it. >Rimkevicius shoots in for a takedown. >A counter right hook catches Rimkevicius hard, almost putting him down! >Breathing very hard, Shamil Abdurahimov is looking ragged. >Rimkevicius slips out of the way of a jab. >Rimkevicius grabs a body kick and goes for the takedown, getting it! Abdurahimov pulls guard. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Rimkevicius smothers Abdurahimov with his body by pushing forward and down. >Rimkevicius looks to get past the guard. >He passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control. >Tadas Rimkevicius looks very tired out there. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >Between rounds we could hear the corner of Rimkevicius telling him to take it to the ground early. >Abdurahimov slips past a left jab and counters with a series of big punches, putting Rimkevicius down on the ground! >Shamil Abdurahimov looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. >Abdurahimov knows that this is a golden opportunity, and quickly pounces on Rimkevicius, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! >Abdurahimov pounds away on Rimkevicius, landing several great shots that rock Rimkevicius! >The referee leaps in and stops the fight! >Rimkevicius is angry with the referee, and perhaps rightly - it did look like an early stoppage. >By TKO, the winner is Shamil Abdurahimov! >Official Result: Shamil Abdurahimov defeats 'The Lithuanian Bear' Tadas Rimkevicius (TKO (Strikes) in 0:42 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>7th Bout: Tetsuya Yamada x Angel Matos Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Yamada gets suckered in by a feint, and is lucky to avoid the combination that follows. >Matos avoids a quick jab and hits a crisp jab. >Yamada steps back to avoid a right jab. >Yamada comes in swinging wildly, using the strikes as cover so that he can shoot in. >Yamada gets caught with a left hand though, and his wobbly legs can't support him...down he goes! >Yamada shakes off the cobwebs quickly though, and is alert. >Matos stands back and allows Yamada to stand back up. >A speculative left hand from Matos doesn't find a home. >Not letting Matos settle, Yamada moves in closer. >Yamada swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Matos. >Yamada eats a stiff counter left and is down hard! >Matos senses victory and starts to unload with punches! >Dazed as he is, Yamada still manages to do the smart thing and pull half guard. >Matos fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >Matos throws a few left hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. >Yamada reaches over and tries to lock Matos in a guillotine. >Yamada gets a guillotine but cannot get Matos to tap out! >The guillotine must not be completely applied, otherwise this would be over. >The hold is released, Yamada realised that he was gassing his arms on an attempt that wasn't going to finish the fight. >Matos throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. >Yamada tries a sweep from the guard. >Matos gets swept out of guard onto his back, and Yamada has full mount! >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Yamada attempts an armbar. >Showing good defense, Matos stacks up Yamada to defend the armbar, and eventually works to getting side control. >Matos stands up and backs off, letting Yamada stand up as well. >Yamada moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a straight left. >A straight right fails to land and Yamada is able to fire back with a solid left jab. >Matos goes to a traditional stance. >Yamada counters a leg kick by grabbing it and attempting a judo-style trip takedown, getting it! Matos pulls guard. >Yamada throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. >Matos tries to pull Yamada in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. >Yamada fires away with big elbows, but Matos keeps the guard secure and doesn't take any undue damage. >Yamada leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Matos. >Yamada keeps Matos guessing with a few quick strikes. >Matos throws out some punches, but Yamada leans back to avoid them. >In guard, Yamada catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Yamada looks to pass guard and get side control. >He passes the guard well, gaining side control. >Yamada begins trying to get himself into a mount. >Matos tries to sweep from the mount attempt, but gets rolled and gives up his back. >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, Yamada is looking to get the fight to the ground ASAP. >Matos avoids a jab and scores with a quick combination that ends with a scorching left cross. Yamada barely had time to cover up. >Yamada swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Matos. >Matos sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >Matos avoids the takedown attempt. >Yamada keeps out of range, assessing the situation. >Matos doesn't press the issue, allowing Yamada to circle. >Tetsuya Yamada is looking really tired. >Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage. >A visibly tired Yamada is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Matos. >Yamada can't get close enough to grapple, Matos keeps him away with strikes. >A tired-looking Yamada approaches, looking for a takedown. >Yamada gets caught with a left cross though, and his wobbly legs can't support him...down he goes! >Yamada shakes off the blow almost immediately though, and waits for Matos to make a move. >Yamada takes a kick to the legs. >Matos hovers, wary of up-kicks, then dives in to hit a devastating left hand that rocks Yamada! >Matos doesn't even bother continuing, Yamada is out like a light! >The winner, by Knock Out; Angel Matos! >Official Result: Angel Matos defeats Tetsuya 'Helper' Yamada (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:31 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>8th Bout: Tengiz Tedoradze x Singh Jaideep Round 1: >The fight begins! >Jaideep avoids a nice combination and hits a sharp kick just above the hip. >Tedoradze avoids a low kick. >Tedoradze avoids a kick to the leg and hits a left jab to the cheek. >A tight combination narrowly misses Jaideep and allow him to counter-strike with a left jab to the cheek. >An errant jab sets Jaideep up to counter-strike with a big right kick to the outside of the thigh. >Jaideep drops his shoulder and feints to step in, but Tedoradze isn't buying it. >A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Tedoradze to fire back with a nice one-two combination. >Tedoradze is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Tedoradze can't get near enough to engage, Jaideep uses strikes to keep him out of range. >Jaideep throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage. >Not letting up, Tedoradze quickly steps in closer to attack Jaideep. >After a one-two combination narrowly misses, Jaideep is able to strike back with a swift right kick to the leg. >Tengiz Tedoradze won't want to take too many unchecked strikes to the legs like that. >Tedoradze counters a left jab with a superb combination of three quick punches to the body and a great right cross. >Tedoradze counters a left jab by using a pair of jabs and a big right hook. >A straight left by Jaideep keeps Tedoradze from advancing. >Tedoradze steps in to put some pressure on. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Tedoradze uses a smart combination to get Jaideep to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Jaideep attempts to avoid Tedoradze as he shoots in. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Jaideep avoided Tedoradze. >Tedoradze drops his shoulder, faking going for a double leg, trying to draw a response. >Jaideep tries for a left jab but Tedoradze moves out of range. >A flicked jab from Jaideep only finds gloves. >Tedoradze steps in to put some pressure on. >Tedoradze feints an attack, keeping Jaideep on his toes. >Jaideep feints rushing in, but withdraws. >Tedoradze comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Jaideep. >Jaideep tries to counter Tedoradze with a right hand, but it only thumps into the gloves. >Tedoradze slips past a left jab and counters with a nice three-punch combination. >Tedoradze throws a combination of rights and lefts, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Jaideep tries to avoid Tedoradze. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Jaideep avoided Tedoradze. >A tidy combination doesn't find a home, giving Jaideep the opportunity to counter with a nice jab. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Jaideep feints going high, but Tedoradze doesn't buy it. >Tedoradze avoids a jab. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >And here we go, round two! >It sounded like his corner told Jaideep to stand and trade with Tedoradze in this round. >An errant jab sets Tedoradze up to counter-strike with a clean left. >Tedoradze counters a right kick to the body by hitting a stinging left jab. >Jaideep feints rushing in, but Tedoradze doesn't fall for it. >Tedoradze catches an attempted body kick and goes for a takedown, getting it! Jaideep gets half guard. >In half guard, Tedoradze begins working to get side control. >He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt. >Jaideep tries to sweep Tedoradze but can't do it. >Tedoradze attempts to arm triangle Jaideep from the top of half guard. >The arm triangle is fully applied, Jaideep is in deep trouble but is still trying to fight free! >No! Jaideep manages to break free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked. >Tedoradze blocks an attempted sweep. >Tedoradze begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. >Half guard proves to be no trouble for Tedoradze, who passes to side control with ease. >Tedoradze throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. >Jaideep tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Tedoradze tries to lock Jaideep in an armbar. >Tedoradze gets an armbar and applies pressure to the arm, Jaideep is in huge trouble! >Shockingly, Tedoradze loses it! Jaideep pops his arm free, and has somehow survived! >Jaideep tries to move to guard, but Tedoradze doesn't allow it. >Tedoradze fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. >Tedoradze looks to get a mount. >Tedoradze shows his ground skills and slips to mount. >Tengiz Tedoradze looks very tired out there. >Tedoradze attempts to set up an americana on Jaideep from the mount. >Tedoradze gets the americana locked, moves to side control for leverage, and Jaideep has to tap! >The winner, by submission, is Tengiz Tedoradze! >Official Result: Tengiz Tedoradze defeats Singh 'Heart' Jaideep (Submission (Americana) in 7:06 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: Aslambek Saidov x Rick Hawn Round 1: >Round one begins! >Moving forward, Hawn counters a left jab with a flurry of quick punches to sting Saidov. >Hawn moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a series of quick punches. >Saidov comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Hawn. >Saidov can't get close enough to grapple, Hawn keeps him away with strikes. >Hawn looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Saidov. >Saidov tries to catch him by surprise with a takedown attempt, but it is blocked. >Hawn bobs and weaves. >Time slips away as Saidov doesn't press Hawn, allowing him to circle. >Hawn looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Hawn is now standing in the pocket. >Hawn tries for a left jab but Saidov uses head movement to avoid it. >Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant. >Not comfortable in the pocket, Hawn steps back and creates some space. >Saidov is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Hawn. >Hawn is pulled into a grapple. >Saidov tries to wrestle Hawn backward and up against the ropes. >Hawn ends up backed against the ropes. >Hawn struggles back against Saidov, not allowing him to control the grappling. >Saidov suddenly finds a guillotine choke slapped on him, and he gets pulled down to the ground in it! >A guillotine choke is applied; Saidov isn't tapping out though! >It looks like Saidov must have been able to stop the choke from being fully sunk in. >The guillotine is finally released, Hawn may have gassed his arms trying to force the tap out. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Saidov stands and gets out of guard, then backs off, wanting the fight standing. >Saidov looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Hawn. >Hawn ends up grappling for supremacy with Saidov. >Saidov is trying to muscle Hawn up against the ropes. >Saidov manages it, and controls Hawn up against the ropes. >Saidov launches a knee strike but Hawn is ready, catches the leg, and uses some wrestling to turn it around so that Saidov is the one against the ropes. >Hawn launches an elbow strike but Saidov is ready and uses some wrestling to turn around so that Hawn is the one against the ropes. >Aslambek Saidov doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Saidov tries to hit Hawn with a knee strike, but Hawn takes the opportunity to switch it around so that he is in control and Saidov is the one backed against the ropes. >Hawn steps back from Saidov and looks to unleash some strikes. >Hawn hits a left jab from the pocket. >A left jab misses, Hawn counters with a flurry of jabs and straight punches. >Hawn uses a nice left jab from the pocket. >Hawn catches Saidov with a solid jab. >Hawn works from the pocket and hits Saidov with a flurry of jabs and straight punches. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Hawn slips past a jab and scores with a quick series of punches. >From the pocket, Hawn hits a stiff jab. >Saidov uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. Round 2: >We are back underway! >Hawn avoids a quick jab and hits a series of quick lefts. >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but neither hits. >Saidov tries for a left jab but Hawn moves out of range. >Advancing, Hawn counters a left jab by using a left. >Hawn looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Saidov. >Hawn grabs Saidov and pulls him into a grapple. >Hawn is trying to muscle Saidov up against the ropes. >Hawn does it, Saidov is stuck with his back to the ropes. >Breathing very hard, Rick Hawn is looking ragged. >Hawn breaks the grapple and prepares to launch some strikes at Saidov. >Hawn throws a left jab but Saidov uses good head movement to make sure it slips by. >Saidov uses head movement to avoid a left jab. >Standing in the pocket, a visibly tired Hawn chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Saidov. >A good sprawl stops the takedown, and Hawn is brought down to the mat in a loose front facelock. >Hawn prevents himself from being rolled out of turtle position. >Hawn prevents himself from being rolled out of turtle position. >Saidov is too slow to stop Hawn getting back up. >A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning. >They wind up in a tight clinch. >Hawn is looking to muscle Saidov back against the ropes. >Saidov ends up backed against the ropes. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Hawn tries to maintain control, but Saidov wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Hawn ends up backed against the ropes. >Aslambek Saidov looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Hawn waits for Saidov to throw an elbow, then uses wrestling to turn him around so that Saidov now has his back to the ropes. >Rick Hawn looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. >Hawn steps back from Saidov and looks to unleash some strikes. >Hawn tries for a left jab but Saidov uses head movement to avoid it. >Saidov backs away to create some more space. >A left jab misses and Saidov counters with a crisp left hand punch. >Saidov misses with an attempted right hook to the body. >Hawn steps in to put some pressure on. >Hawn chooses to move forward and try to take Saidov down. >Hawn is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until he is on his knees. >Turtled up, Hawn can do nothing about giving up his back. >Saidov tries to stretch Hawn out for a rear naked choke. >Saidov makes the mistake of going too high on the choke and gets bucked off, initiating a scramble for dominant position. >Aslambek Saidov looks totally gassed. >Hawn manages to come out on top, with Saidov pulling guard. >The gas tank looks empty on Rick Hawn. >Hawn begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >After a struggle, he gets to half guard. >Hawn reaches over and tries to lock Saidov in a kimura. >Saidov stops Hawn from applying it. >Saidov tries to sweep Hawn but can't do it. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Hawn tries to ensnare Saidov in an arm triangle. >Saidov defends himself well and is in no danger. >Saidov tries to ensnare Hawn in a guillotine. >Hawn defends it well. >The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. >The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced. >All three judges have agreed that Hawn is the winner. >The winner, by unanimous decision, is Rick Hawn! >Official Result: Rick Hawn defeats Aslambek Saidov (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>10th Bout: Pat Runez x Kyoji Horiguchi Round 1: >We are underway! >Horiguchi slips past a left jab and fires back with a left jab to the cheek. >A straight left fails to land and Horiguchi is able to fire back with a series of quick jabs. >Runez slips out of the way of a leg kick. >Runez looks like he might be trying to get in close to clinch with Horiguchi. >Runez ends up grabbing Horiguchi in a Muay Thai clinch. >From the clinch, Runez drives an elbow to the side of the head. >Runez loses the Muay Thai clinch as Horiguchi uses grappling to move to a regular wrestling clinch instead. >Runez tries to wrestle Horiguchi backward and up against the ropes. >Runez manages it, and controls Horiguchi up against the ropes. >Runez has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Horiguchi down. >Horiguchi cannot stop being lifted up and blasted with a Greco-Roman slam, he can only pull guard! >The clock runs down as Horiguchi is being smothered against the ground by Runez. >Time slips away as Runez successfully keeps Horiguchi stuck against the ground. >Runez fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >The clock runs down as Horiguchi is being smothered against the ground by Runez. >In guard, Runez begins working to pass to side control. >He passes to side control. >Runez is trying to move from side control to mount. >Horiguchi can't fend off his opponent and is mounted. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Runez pounds away from the mount, but Horiguchi covers up and defends them well. >Horiguchi tries to turn over and sweep Runez, but rolls too far and gives up his back! >Runez increases his control by getting both hooks in. >Runez, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. >Horiguchi doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. >Horiguchi manages to pull free of the hooks, but still has Runez on his back. >Runez increases his control by getting both hooks in. >With both hooks in, Runez tries to flatten Horiguchi out for the rear naked choke. >Horiguchi doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. >Runez loses both hooks, but still has the back. >Runez increases his control by getting both hooks in. >Runez, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. >Runez flattens Horiguchi out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! >Pat Runez takes the victory by way of submission! >Official Result: Pat Runez defeats Kyoji Horiguchi (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 8:28 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: ISAO Kobayashi x Shinya Aoki Round 1: >Round one begins! >Kobayashi throws a left jab but Aoki avoids it. >There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage. >Aoki throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Kobayashi cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard. >Aoki begins trying to pass the guard. >Kobayashi finds his opponent too skilled, and Aoki passes guard into side control. >Aoki starts trying to work to use side control as a way to get behind Kobayashi. >Kobayashi rolls to the side to try and escape, but gives up his back! >Aoki tries to set up Kobayashi for an armbar. >Aoki gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Kobayashi has to tap! >'Tobikan Judan' Shinya Aoki takes the win by submission! >Official Result: 'Tobikan Judan' Shinya Aoki defeats Isao Kobayashi (Submission (Armbar) in 2:49 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>Main Event: PURE Bantamweight Championship Bout: Masakatsu Ueda x © Koetsu Okazaki Round 1: >The fight begins! >Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither hits a telling strike. >Ueda throws a combination of rights and lefts, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Okazaki attempts to avoid Ueda as he shoots in. >The takedown is completed, but Okazaki is on his back less than a few seconds; spinning out and away, he quickly gets back up. >Okazaki feints left, then right. >Okazaki avoids a low kick. >Okazaki counters a weak right kick with a left. >Okazaki steps back to avoid a leg kick. >Ueda circles, looking for an opening. >The fight slows as Okazaki sits back and allows Ueda to circle. >Ueda throws a combination of rights and lefts, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Okazaki has to pull guard. >Ueda starts trying to work to get past the guard. >After a struggle, he gets to half guard. >Ueda punches down at Okazaki, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Ueda begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. >Okazaki can't keep half guard secure and gives up side control. >Okazaki squirms around, preventing Ueda from connecting fully with a knee strike attempt. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Ueda begins trying to get himself behind Okazaki. >He does it, getting behind Okazaki. >Ueda tries to get Okazaki locked in a rear naked choke. >Okazaki doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. >Ueda successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. >Ueda attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. >Okazaki defends himself well against the choke. >Okazaki struggles against Ueda but cannot get himself free from the hooks. >With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Ueda tries to finish Okazaki off with a rear naked choke. >Okazaki doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. >Ueda, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. >Okazaki doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. >Ueda loses both hooks, but still has the back. >Ueda increases his control by getting both hooks in. >With both hooks in, Ueda tries to flatten Okazaki out for the rear naked choke. >Ueda flattens Okazaki out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! >The winner, by submission; Masakatsu Ueda! >Official Result: Masakatsu Ueda defeats Koetsu Okazaki (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 9:09 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: Freddy Assuncao x Tatsunao Nagakura KOTN: Angel Matos SOTN: Masakatsu Ueda</div></blockquote> Prediction Results- AtlantaThrasher: 26-10 CageRage: 29-19 Jingo: 16-9

wekka · September 3, 2013

PURE 63rd 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 63rd Battle @ Capital FM Arena in Nottingham, England AXStv Preliminary Card: First Encounter: Iain Martell (14-3) x Young Choi (19-12-2) Second Encounter: Karlos Vemola (17-5) x Maro Perak (26-6-1) Third Encounter: Simeon Thoresen (22-4-1) x Assan Njie (19-6) Fourth Encounter: Paul Kelly (15-5) x Clay French (25-9) PPV Main Card: Opening Bout: Zelg Galesic (16-8) x Zouhere el Assadi (8-2) 2nd Bout: Valentino Petrescu (16-5) x Alex Makhonin (13-4) 3rd Bout: Melvin Manhoef (30-13-1) x Jared Hess (15-5-1) 4th Bout: Stav Economou (20-6-1) x Blagoi Ivanov (9-3) 5th Bout: Rosi Sexton (14-5) x Kyra Gracie (2-1) 6th Bout: Jim Wallhead (33-9) x Gasan Umalatov (16-3-1) Co-Main Event: Paul Daley (42-14-2) x K-Taro Nakamura (30-8-2) Main Event: PURE Lightweight Championship Bout: © Paul Sass (20-2) x Daisuke Nakamura (32-15) </div></blockquote>

CageRage · September 3, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 63rd Battle

@ Capital FM Arena in Nottingham, England

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Iain Martell (14-3)

x

Young Choi (19-12-2)

Second Encounter:

Karlos Vemola (17-5)

x

Maro Perak (26-6-1)

Third Encounter:

Simeon Thoresen (22-4-1)

x

Assan Njie (19-6)

Fourth Encounter:

Paul Kelly (15-5)

x

Clay French (25-9)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Zelg Galesic (16-8)

x

Zouhere el Assadi (8-2)

2nd Bout:

Valentino Petrescu (16-5)

x

Alex Makhonin (13-4)

3rd Bout:

Melvin Manhoef (30-13-1)

x

Jared Hess (15-5-1)

4th Bout:

Stav Economou (20-6-1)

x

Blagoi Ivanov (9-3)

5th Bout:

Rosi Sexton (14-5)

x

Kyra Gracie (2-1)

6th Bout:

Jim Wallhead (33-9)

x

Gasan Umalatov (16-3-1)

Co-Main Event:

Paul Daley (42-14-2)

x

K-Taro Nakamura (30-8-2)

Main Event: PURE Lightweight Championship Bout:

© Paul Sass (20-2)

x

Daisuke Nakamura (32-15)

wekka · September 6, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 63rd Battle @ Capital FM Arena (9,646) http://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-s/03/a4/e9/d5/view-from-block-12-row.jpg http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7024/6461981901_b39a079071_z.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: Young Choi x Iain Martell Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >RYO counters a wayward low right kick with a crisp jab. >Martell counters an errant left jab with a nice jab. >RYO looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >RYO is in the pocket, ready to attack Martell. >Standing in the pocket, RYO chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Martell. >RYO can't complete the takedown, and has to settle for pushing Martell up against the ropes. >With Martell stuck against the ropes, RYO tries to set up a judo-style throw. >Martell keeps his composure, and RYO cannot get enough leverage to throw him. >Martell turns RYO slightly, but can't create enough space to get free of the clinch. >RYO looks to set up a judo throw. >Martell will not go down, he blocks the throw despite the best efforts of RYO. >A whizzer almost allows Martell to create enough space to get free, but RYO shuts that opportunity down. >RYO attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Martell to the ground. >Martell keeps his composure, and RYO cannot get enough leverage to throw him. >Martell tries to get free of the clinch, but is stuck. >RYO looks to set up a judo throw. >Martell digs in and manages to block the throw. >Martell tries to uses a whizzer to turn RYO, but is blocked from doing so. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >RYO looks to take Martell down by setting up a judo throw. >RYO tries hard but cannot leverage Martell off of his feet. >Martell tries to uses a whizzer to turn RYO, but is blocked from doing so. >RYO looks to set up a judo throw. >Martell will not go down, he blocks the throw despite the best efforts of RYO. >Martell tries to get clear of the grapple, but RYO holds him in place. >RYO attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Martell to the ground. >RYO uses a nice inside leg trip and Martell is forced to pull guard! >RYO tries to smother Martell but can't keep control long enough. >Martell reaches up and tries to lock up an arm. >RYO defends it. >RYO throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. >RYO begins trying to pass the guard. >Martell keeps RYO in guard. >RYO postures up, stopping Martell from throwing elbows from the bottom. >Round one ends as time expires. >That was a bit of a snoozer, hopefully the next round brings a little more action. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >It sounded like his corner told RYO to attempt to get Martell to the floor in this round. >A jab misses, allowing Martell to counter-strike with a nice left hand. >RYO slips out of the way of a jab. >RYO uses a flurry of lefts and rights to get Martell to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >The takedown doesn't work, Martell stuffed it. >Martell throws a left jab but RYO avoids it. >Martell slips past a left jab and counters with a nice left hand. >Moving in closer, RYO looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >RYO is in the pocket, ready to attack Martell. >RYO sees a leg kick coming but strikes first with a clean left jab. >Slipping past a left jab, RYO hits a nice left. >RYO uses head movement to slip past a vicious right and he hits a solid right hook to the body. >Breathing very hard, Iain Martell is looking ragged. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Martell has the angle to counter with a clean punch. >A flurry of rights and lefts all miss, allowing Martell to hit a nice left. >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores. >From the missed strikes they clinch. >With Martell in his grasp, RYO tries to set up a judo-style throw. >Martell will not go down, he blocks the throw despite the best efforts of RYO. >Martell tries to get free of the clinch, but is stuck. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >RYO is trying to muscle Martell up against the ropes. >Martell doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. >Breathing very hard, Young Choi is looking ragged. >Martell throws a few close-range strikes, but RYO smothers the shots and takes control of the grappling. >RYO is looking to muscle Martell back against the ropes. >RYO can't do it though, and Martell gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. >Iain Martell looks very, very tired. >Using his wrestling skills, Martell is trying to push RYO up against the ropes. >Martell manages it, and controls RYO up against the ropes. >Martell looks for an elbow strike, but RYO out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position. >Young Choi looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. >Martell waits for RYO to lift a leg to attempt a foot stomp, then turns him around so that he now has his back to the ropes. >Iain Martell looks totally gassed. >Martell tries to throw an elbow, but RYO takes the opportunity to turn his opponent around so that Martell ends up backed against the ropes instead. >RYO attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Martell to the ground. >A great inside leg trip sees Martell get thrown to the mat, and RYO is left in half guard. >RYO tries to ensnare Martell in an arm triangle. >RYO gets the arm triangle, sinks it in deeply, but Martell is still trying to fight out of it! >No! Martell manages to break free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked. >Martell tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of half guard. >An armbar is applied, and as soon as the arm is pulled straight RYO has to tap out! >By submission, the winner is Iain Martell! >Official Result: Iain 'Badman' Martell defeats Young 'RYO' Choi (Submission (Armbar) in 8:59 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: Maro Perak x Karlos Vemola Round 1: >Round one begins! >Vemola avoids a quick jab and hits a series of quick jabs. >Vemola knocks Perak down with a barrage of big rights! >Perak shakes off the blow almost immediately though, and waits for Vemola to make a move. >Vemola hovers, wary of up-kicks, then dives in to hit a devastating right hand that rocks Perak! >Perak is knocked out cold! >Karlos Vemola takes the victory by way of Knock Out! >Official Result: Karlos 'The Terminator' Vemola defeats 'Mean Machine' Maro Perak (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:59 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>Third Encounter: Assan Njie x Simeon Thoresen Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt. >Neither fighter backs away, instead they both choose to start swinging! >Thoresen eats a right cross during the exchange. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Thoresen has the angle to counter with a punch. >Using good head movement, Thoresen slips past a punch and hits a barrage of punches which sting Njie and cause him to try and cover up! >Njie falls to the ground! Thoresen continues to pound away, sensing victory! >Njie is taking a lot of shots, the referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! >Simeon 'The Grin' Thoresen takes the win by TKO! >Official Result: Simeon 'The Grin' Thoresen defeats Assan 'The Black Attack' Njie (TKO (Strikes) in 1:33 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: Clay French x Paul Kelly Round 1: >We are underway! >There's a short stalemate as both fighters advance and throw strikes, but neither hits. >French avoids a flurry of rights and lefts. >Kelly throws a looping punch, but French avoids it. >Time slips away as French doesn't press Kelly, allowing him to circle. >Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither hits a telling strike. >French comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Kelly. >Strikes from Kelly keep French from stepping in too close, and he is forced to step back. >French comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Kelly. >Not wanting to grapple, Kelly uses strikes to keep French at a distance. >Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant. >A flurry of rights and lefts all miss, allowing French to hit a straight left. >French lets a jab sail wide and counter-strikes with a nice jab. >Kelly uses head movement to avoid a left jab. >A flurry of lefts and rights don't trouble French, who covered up well. >Showing good footwork and reactions, French avoids a body kick. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >French looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Kelly. >Kelly ends up grappling for supremacy with French. >French is looking to muscle Kelly back against the ropes. >French manages it, and controls Kelly up against the ropes. >French uses dirty boxing to punish Kelly while he is pressed up against the ropes. >French shows great control, keeping Kelly pressed against the ropes while punishing him with sharp strikes to the body for roughly a minute. >French tries to keep him up against the ropes with wrestling, but Kelly struggles and doesn't let himself get controlled. >French tries to smother Kelly against the ropes with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes French against the ropes instead. >Kelly tries dirty boxing, but French out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position. >With the fight having been stuck against the ropes for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. >French slams a crisp right into the gloves of Kelly, but can't follow up. >Kelly comes in closer to press the issue. >Kelly fakes coming in for a takedown, but French doesn't buy it. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >French looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Kelly strikes first and manages to rock French with a solid right hand, sending him down to the ground, stunned! >Kelly quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned French! >Kelly pounds away with punches, hitting several big shots. >The referee pulls Kelly away, stopping the match! >French is going crazy, and you have to feel for him - that was a terrible decision by the referee! >Paul 'Tellys' Kelly takes the win by TKO! >Official Result: Paul 'Tellys' Kelly defeats Clay French (TKO (Strikes) in 9:30 of round 1). The match was rated as being Poor.</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: Zouhere el Assadi x Zelg Galesic Round 1: >The fight begins! >Both fighters fire off strikes, but neither does any significant damage. >An exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >el Assadi comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Galesic. >A counter right hook catches el Assadi hard, almost putting him down! >Galesic counters a left jab by using a solid left jab. >el Assadi looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Galesic. >Galesic counters with a right hand that catches el Assadi flush, rocking him! >An exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >el Assadi looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Galesic. >Galesic counters with a right hand that catches el Assadi flush...and he goes down! >Galesic senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks! >Galesic viciously stomps and kicks away at the stunned el Assadi but somehow can't put him away! >On his back, el Assadi can't do much to stop a kick to the leg. >In comes Galesic looking to get some form of ground control. >el Assadi tries to get free, but Galesic is able to secure side control. >Galesic begins trying to get himself into mount. >el Assadi rolls to the side to try and escape the mount, but only succeeds in giving up his back instead. >Galesic attempts an armbar. >el Assadi pulls his arm free at the last second, and is able to secure side control over Galesic. >el Assadi attempts an armbar. >Galesic fights off the armbar attempt. >Galesic tries to sweep el Assadi but can't. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >el Assadi tries to get into the mount position. >Galesic keeps el Assadi at side control, not letting the mount happen. >Galesic gets some separation and tries to scramble for position. >The scramble leaves Galesic on his back pulling guard. >el Assadi attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. >He passes guard, but Galesic was ready and immediately starts to scramble. >Breathing very hard, Zelg Galesic is looking ragged. >el Assadi manages to come out on top, holding Galesic down in turtle position, facing him. >Galesic takes a few punches on the way, but manages to get back to standing. >el Assadi is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Galesic. >el Assadi cannot get close enough to the elusive Galesic to grapple. >el Assadi scores with a jab. >Out of nowhere, el Assadi dives at Galesic, trying to grab one of his legs! >Getting hold of a leg, el Assadi tries to get Galesic into a flying heel hook but it is defended well. >Galesic does have to fall backward though, and ends up pulling half guard. >el Assadi looks to get past the half guard. >el Assadi struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard. >Galesic attempts to secure an arm. >el Assadi blocks it. >There's under a minute left in this round. >el Assadi looks to pass half guard and get side control. >el Assadi struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard. >Galesic attempts to grab an arm of el Assadi from the bottom of half guard. >el Assadi fends off Galesic, and doesn't give up an arm. >Zelg Galesic seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. >That was a quality round and the fans are really getting into this. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Out of nowhere, el Assadi dives at Galesic, trying to grab one of his legs! >el Assadi gets hold of a leg and tries to apply a heel hook...but Galesic defends against it well. >Galesic does have to fall backward though, and ends up pulling half guard. >el Assadi starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. >He can't quite manage to get past half guard on this attempt. >Galesic tries to sweep el Assadi but can't do it. >el Assadi attempts to pass half guard. >el Assadi struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard. >Galesic tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. >el Assadi tries to lock Galesic into a kimura. >Galesic blocks it. >Galesic tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge el Assadi. >Zelg Galesic looks like he is completely out of gas. >el Assadi reaches over and tries to lock Galesic in an americana. >Galesic defends himself well and is in no danger. >el Assadi blocks Galesic as he tries a sweep from half guard. >The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. >el Assadi comes in swinging wildly, using the strikes as cover so that he can shoot in. >el Assadi is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until he is on his knees. >Zouhere el Assadi is breathing very hard. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >el Assadi takes a few punches on the way, but manages to get back to standing. >Galesic comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket. >Galesic moves into the pocket. >el Assadi checks a low kick. >From the pocket, a tired-looking el Assadi shoots in for a double leg. >Galesic tries to counter with a right hand, but is too slow. >Galesic cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard. >el Assadi begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >He can't get free of the guard. >Galesic attempts to secure an arm. >el Assadi fends off Galesic, and doesn't give up an arm. >el Assadi looks to pass guard and get side control. >Galesic keeps his guard secure. >Zouhere el Assadi looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Galesic tries to ensnare el Assadi in a triangle. >el Assadi defends well against it. >Not giving his opponent any room to work, el Assadi keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body. >Galesic tries to ensnare an arm. >A kimura attempt almost catches el Assadi, but Galesic eventually has to settle for using it to sweep to side control. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Galesic attempts an armbar. >Galesic gets the armbar fully applied and el Assadi has to tap out! >Zelg 'Benkei' Galesic takes the win by submission! >Official Result: Zelg 'Benkei' Galesic defeats Zouhere el Assadi (Submission (Armbar) in 9:23 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>2nd Bout: Alek Makhonin x Valentino Petrescu Round 1: >The fight begins! >Petrescu avoids a flurry of punches and hits a solid left. >Petrescu steps in, feints a kick, then darts back out. >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores. >They wind up in a tight clinch. >Petrescu looks to scoop his opponent up for a slam. >He can't get it though, Makhonin defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely. >A spinning right back kick finds nothing but air, and gives Petrescu the perfect angle to counter with a vicious leg kick. >Petrescu counters a left jab with a kick to the outside of the left knee. >Those strikes to the legs are going to take their toll. >Petrescu steps back to avoid a flurry of punches. >Makhonin glances a strike off the side of the shoulder. >Petrescu quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >Petrescu comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >A good sprawl stops the takedown, and Petrescu is brought down to the mat in a loose front facelock. >Makhonin fires away with punches, and Petrescu takes several shots that threaten to end the fight! >Makhonin pounds away with punches and Petrescu is in big trouble! >Makhonin pounds away with right hands, but Petrescu absorbs them and manages to stand back up. >A flurry of rights and lefts miss, allowing Petrescu to hit back with a solid left jab. >There's a takedown attempt from Petrescu. >Makhonin tries to avoid the takedown. >The takedown is completed, but Makhonin is on his back less than a few seconds; spinning out and away, he quickly gets back up. >We move into the second half of this round. >Petrescu avoids a flurry of punches and hits a swift right kick to the leg. >Alex Makhonin looks to be limping slightly. >Petrescu is doing the smart thing by targeting the legs. >If Makhonin is limping around then he is going to find it much tougher to get in and out of attacking positions without getting caught. >Makhonin slips past a left jab and fires back with a jab. >Makhonin narrowly misses Petrescu with a right uppercut. >Not letting up, Petrescu quickly steps in closer to attack Makhonin. >Petrescu shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Petrescu has the takedown! Makhonin pulls half guard. >Petrescu attempts to arm triangle Makhonin from the top of half guard. >Makhonin blocks it. >Petrescu blocks Makhonin as he tries a sweep from half guard. >In half guard, Petrescu begins working to get side control. >Petrescu struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard. >Makhonin tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Petrescu doesn't allow it. >Petrescu tries to lock Makhonin into a kimura. >Makhonin doesn't allow the kimura to be applied. >Alex Makhonin is breathing very hard. >Petrescu blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Petrescu tries to ensnare Makhonin in a kimura. >Makhonin defends himself well and is in no danger. >Petrescu blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. Round 2: >And here we go, round two! >An attempted body kick misses and Makhonin fires back with a straight left. >Petrescu comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Makhonin. >Makhonin finds himself pulled into a grappling contest. >Petrescu gets a couple of ineffective strikes in, but ultimately loses control of the grapple after being caught off-balance. >Petrescu smothers Makhonin when he tries to use some dirty boxing, and gains the upper hand in the grapple as a result. >Alex Makhonin looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Petrescu is trying to push Makhonin so that his back is up against the ropes. >Petrescu can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple. >Valentino Petrescu doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Makhonin finds his dirty boxing smothered, and Petrescu gains the dominant position in the grapple. >Petrescu tries to take Makhonin down. >The takedown is completed, Makhonin is on his back and pulls guard. >Petrescu is trying to pass guard. >Petrescu passes to half guard. >Petrescu starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. >He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt. >Valentino Petrescu seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >Makhonin tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Petrescu. >Petrescu throws a few right hands to the body. >Using an underhook to set it up, Makhonin looks to scramble for position. >Alex Makhonin looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. >Petrescu manages to come out on top, holding Makhonin down from behind with a waist-lock. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Petrescu tries to get the hooks in and lock on a rear naked choke. >Makhonin stops Petrescu from getting the hooks in, so the choke cannot be properly applied. >Petrescu attempts to set up an armbar from behind. >Makhonin does well, keeping his arms out of potential danger. >Valentino Petrescu looks exhausted. >Petrescu tries to get the hooks in and lock on a rear naked choke. >With his opponent turtled tightly, Petrescu cannot get the rear naked choke applied. >Petrescu tries to isolate an arm from his position on top of Makhonin. >Petrescu cannot secure an arm. >Petrescu tries to isolate and secure an arm. >Makhonin keeps his arms in, giving Petrescu nothing to work with. >Petrescu tries to isolate an arm from his position on top of Makhonin. >Petrescu cannot secure an arm. >Makhonin springs back to his feet, albeit at the expense of a few punches to the body and head. >Makhonin slips out of the way of a jab. >Moving in closer, a tired-looking Makhonin apparently wants to strike from the pocket. >Petrescu sees a chance for a takedown attempt, but Makhonin is able to defend it. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Petrescu eats a jab as he steps in. >Despite being tired, Makhonin looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Petrescu. >Standing his ground, Petrescu looks happy to engage Makhonin in the pocket. >Petrescu steps back just in time to avoid a wild swing. >The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. >The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions. >All three judges have given Petrescu the win. >So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Valentino 'Battista' Petrescu! >Official Result: Valentino 'Battista' Petrescu defeats Alex Makhonin (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>3rd Bout: Jared Hess x Melvin Manhoef Round 1: >And here we go! >A left jab misses and Manhoef strikes back with a flurry of quick punches to sting Hess. >Hess avoids a flurry of punches. >A feinted high kick gets a reaction, and Hess is lucky to avoid the follow-up inside leg kick. >Manhoef slips out of the way of a jab. >Hess shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Manhoef sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown doesn't work, Manhoef saw it coming and got out of range. >Hess avoids a flurry of punches. >A straight left fails to land and Manhoef is able to fire back with a series of quick lefts. >Hess counters a wayward low kick by catching it and shooting in for a takedown, and gets it! Manhoef pulls guard. >Hess smothers Manhoef with his body by pushing forward and down. >Hess starts trying to work to get past the guard. >Manhoef can't do anything about the pass, and is left under side control. >Hess attempts an armbar. >Hess gets the armbar fully applied and Manhoef has to tap out! >The winner, by submission; Jared Hess! >Official Result: Jared Hess defeats 'Marvelous' Melvin Manhoef (Submission (Armbar) in 5:20 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>4th Bout: Blagoi Ivanov x Stav Economou Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Ivanov isn't drawn in by Economou feinting to his left. >Ivanov counters a leg kick by grabbing it and attempting a takedown, and gets it! Economou pulls guard. >Time slips away as Ivanov successfully keeps Economou stuck against the ground. >Economou is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Ivanov off of him. >Ivanov lies on top of Economou, basically smothering him. >Ivanov starts trying to work to get past the guard. >Economou finds his opponent too skilled, and Ivanov passes guard into side control. >Ivanov attempts the mount. >He can't mount Economou. >Ivanov blocks an attempt to pull guard. >Ivanov throws a few left hands to the body. >Ivanov tries to get into the mount position. >He easily gets the mount. >Ivanov pounds away from the mount with elbows, but Economou covers up and defends them well. >Economou tries to move Ivanov enough to get half guard, but can't get enough space. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Ivanov pounds away on Economou. >There's lots of strikes landing, Economou needs to find a way out of this position quickly! >The referee pulls Ivanov away, stopping the match! >By TKO, the winner is Blagoi Ivanov! >Official Result: Blagoi Ivanov defeats Stav 'Crazy Bear' Economou (TKO (Strikes) in 5:30 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>5th Bout: Kyra Gracie x Rosi Sexton Round 1: >And here we go! >Gracie scores cleanly with three big right hands in quick succession. >Standing in the pocket, Gracie chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Sexton. >The takedown is successful, she almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. >Gracie tries to ensnare Sexton in an arm triangle. >The arm triangle is fully applied, Sexton has no option but to tap out! >The winner, by submission, is Kyra Gracie! >Official Result: Kyra Gracie defeats Rosi Sexton (Submission (Arm Triangle) in 1:02 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>6th Bout: Gasan Umalatov x Jim Wallhead Round 1: >And here we go! >Umalatov avoids a flurry of rights and lefts. >Wallhead steps back to avoid a left jab. >Wallhead throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Umalatov tries to avoid Wallhead. >Umalatov avoids the takedown attempt. >Wallhead avoids a jab. >Wallhead slips past a left jab and counters with a crisp left hand punch. >Umalatov bobs and weaves. >Wallhead steps in closer to force the issue. >A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Wallhead. >Wallhead doesn't get the takedown, Umalatov was equal to it and pulls them into a clinch. >The grapple breaks up after a short struggle, and the two fighters step apart. >Umalatov avoids a flurry of punches and hits a left. >Wallhead steps back to avoid a left jab. >Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either. >Wallhead looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Umalatov. >Umalatov finds himself pulled into a grappling contest. >Wallhead looks to scoop his opponent up for a slam. >Umalatov is able to block it and pull away from him. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >A jab misses, allowing Wallhead to counter-strike with a fast and accurate right hand that knocks Umalatov out cold! >'Judo' Jim Wallhead takes the win by Knock Out! >Official Result: 'Judo' Jim Wallhead defeats Gasan 'Cobra' Umalatov (Knock Out (Punch) in 5:40 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: K-Taro Nakamura x Paul Daley Round 1: >We are underway! >An errant jab sets Daley up to counter-strike with a series of big right hands, trapping Nakamura against the ropes! >Nakamura falls to the ground! Daley continues to pound away, sensing victory! >With Nakamura taking a lot of big punches, the referee has to stop the match! >By TKO, the winner is Paul Daley! >Official Result: Paul 'Semtex' Daley defeats 'K-Taro' Keita Nakamura (TKO (Strikes) in 0:29 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>Main Event: PURE Lightweight Championship Bout: Daisuke Nakamura x © Paul Sass Round 1: >We are underway! >Advancing, Nakamura counters a left jab by using a flurry of quick punches. >Sass throws a left jab but Nakamura avoids it. >Moving in closer, Sass looks like he may want to wrestle Nakamura. >He pulls Nakamura into a grapple. >Sass tries to wrestle Nakamura backward and up against the ropes. >Sass does it, Nakamura is stuck with his back to the ropes. >Sass looks for a trip takedown. >He has the takedown! Nakamura pulls guard. >In guard, Sass throws a couple of punches designed to keep Nakamura guessing. >Nakamura attempts to grab an arm of Sass from the bottom of the guard. >A kimura attempt almost catches Sass, but Nakamura eventually has to settle for using it to sweep to side control. >In side control, Nakamura begins working to get a mount. >Sass doesn't let Nakamura get the mount, and so he remains at side control. >Sass tries to sweep Nakamura but can't do it. >Nakamura looks to get a mount. >Sass keeps Nakamura at side control, not letting the mount happen. >Sass tries to grab an arm-in guillotine. >Sass gets a guillotine but cannot get Nakamura to tap out! >Sass must not have it totally sunk in. >The guillotine is finally released, Sass may have gassed his arms trying to force the tap out. >We move into the second half of this round. >Nakamura throws a few right hands to the body. >Sass grabs an arm and raises his legs, trying to lock Nakamura into a triangle choke. >Nakamura pulls his arm free before the triangle can be locked in. >Nakamura punches down at Sass, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Sass raises his legs and tries to get Nakamura into an omoplata. >Sass uses the omoplata cleverly as a way of putting Nakamura face-down, and takes his back. >Sass tries to isolate and secure an arm. >Sass cannot secure an arm. >Sass tries to put Nakamura in a rear naked choke. >Unable to get the hooks in properly, Sass gets rolled over and winds up with Nakamura on top, held in guard. >In guard, Nakamura catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. >Nakamura doesn't allow Sass to lock him up with double underhooks. >Looking to catch his breath, Nakamura is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. >Sass attempts an omoplata on Nakamura from the bottom of the guard. >In a great show of technique, Sass uses the omoplata as the basis for taking the back. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Sass attempts to set up an armbar from behind. >With his opponent turtled tightly, Sass cannot get an armbar set up. >Sass tries to get the hooks in and lock on a rear naked choke. >Unable to get the hooks in properly, Sass gets rolled over and winds up with Nakamura on top, held in guard. >Sass doesn't allow Nakamura to smother him against the ground. >Sass grabs hold of an arm and attempts a triangle choke on Nakamura from the bottom of the guard. >Nakamura doesn't let Sass get it. >Round one ends as time expires. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Nakamura counters a wayward left jab with a flurry of jabs and straight punches. >Nakamura comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Sass looks to grab a guillotine off the takedown. >Sass can't get the guillotine choke. >Sass gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. >Nakamura throws a few right hands to the body. >Nakamura throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. >Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Nakamura keeps very tight to Sass, peppering him with short strikes. >Sass brings his legs up and tries to lock Nakamura in a triangle choke. >Nakamura doesn't let Sass get it. >Nakamura doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest. >Securing an arm, Sass then brings his legs up and tries to lock Nakamura in a triangle choke. >Nakamura doesn't let Sass get it. >Nakamura unloads with some big elbows, but Sass deals with them comfortably. >Sass attempts to guillotine Nakamura from the bottom of the guard. >Nakamura gets turned over via the guillotine, ending up on his back under side control. >Breathing very hard, Paul Sass is looking ragged. >Sass looks to get a mount. >He can't get the mount. >Sass blocks an attempt to pull guard. >We move into the second half of this round. >Sass fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >Nakamura tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. >Sass keeps Nakamura guessing with a few quick strikes. >Nakamura tries to sweep Sass but can't do it. >Daisuke Nakamura is breathing very hard. >Sass attempts an armbar. >An armbar is applied, Nakamura is trapped! >Out of the blue, Nakamura pops his arm free! Sass must not have had it locked in as tight as it looked. >Nakamura reaches over and tries to lock up an arm. >Sass doesn't let his arm get taken. >With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. >A tired-looking Sass throws some ragged looping punches to get Nakamura to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >The takedown doesn't work, Nakamura sprawled to defend it and then works into a clinch position. >Nakamura uses underhooks to gain solid control, and is looking for a takedown. >He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a Greco-Roman slam! Sass pulls half guard. >Daisuke Nakamura looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Nakamura fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >Sass reaches over and tries to lock Nakamura in a guillotine. >Nakamura gets caught in a guillotine, but is not tapping! >Nakamura must have managed to stop the choke being properly applied. >The hold is released, Sass realised that he was gassing his arms on an attempt that wasn't going to finish the fight. >Paul Sass looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Nakamura begins trying to pass the guard. >He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt. >Sass works some separation, and Nakamura ends up standing looking down at him. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Nakamura tries to come in and secure a ground position. >Nakamura dives in, but Sass pushes him away and starts to scramble. >Sass manages to come out on top with side control. >We reach the time limit and this fight is over. >The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions. >All three judges give the result in favour of Sass. >So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Paul 'Sassangle' Sass! >Official Result: Paul 'Sassangle' Sass defeats Daisuke Nakamura (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>FOTN: Paul Sass x Daisuke Nakamura KOTN: Jim Wallhead SOTN: Kyra Gracie</div></blockquote> Prediction Results- AtlantaThrasher: 26-10 CageRage: 37-23 Jingo: 16-9

wekka · September 6, 2013

PURE presents: Ring of Warriors X: The Featherweights @ Nokia Theater (4,011) http://allelbows.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/011_Nokia_Theater.jpg <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: Anistavio Medeiros x Shigeki Osawa (1R TKO) Brandon Visher x Thierry Quenneville (3R TKO) Chris Manuel (3R DEC) x Will Romero Yusup Saadulaev (2R DEC) x Yoshitaka Abe Episode 2: Eric Larkin (1R TKO) x Ashleigh Grimshaw Fernando Duarte x Buck Henry Bisbey (2R DEC) Genair da Silva x Cole Province (3R DEC) Hayato Shimizu (3R DEC) x Dave Moreno Episode 3: Ivo dos Santos (1R SUB) x Emerson Azuma Jason Young (3R DEC) x Erikas Petraitis Kazuhisa Watanabe x Frankie Saenz (2R SUB) Lyndon Whitlock (3R DEC) x Hirotoshi Saito Episode 4: Michal Hamrsmid x John Franchi (3R SUB) Nazareno Malegarie (2R DEC) x Ki Hyun Kim Leonard Garcia x Marcos Vinicius (3R KO) Rusty McBride (3R DEC) x Mark Hominick</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: Shigeki Osawa (3R TKO) x Thierry Quenneville Chris Manuel (1R SUB) x Yusup Saadulaev Eric Larkin (2R DEC) x Buck Henry Bisbey Cole Province (1R SUB) x Hayato Shimizu Episode 6: Ivo dos Santos (1R SUB) x Jason Young Frankie Saenz x Lyndon Whitlock (2R DEC) John Franchi x Nazareno Malegarie (2R DEC) Marcos Vinicius (3R DEC) x Rusty McBride Season Finale: Shigeki Osawa x Chris Manuel (2R SUB) Eric Larkin x Cole Province (3R DEC) Ivo dos Santos x Lyndon Whitlock (2R DEC) Nazareno Malegarie (2R DEC) x Marcos Vinicius Chris Manuel x Cole Province (3R TKO) Lyndon Whitlock x Nazareno Malegarie (3R DEC) Cole Province (3R TKO) x Nazareno Malegarie Cole Province is the Ring of Warriors X Champion! Not only has he earned a three fight contract with PURE, but he has also qualified for PURE's Featherweight World Grand Prix!</div></blockquote>

wekka · September 6, 2013

PURE 64th 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 64th Battle @ Saitama Super Arena AXStv Preliminary Card: First Encounter: Hiromitsu Miura (16-8) x Jung Hwan Cha (12-9-2) Second Encounter: Rin Nakai (18-3-1) x Amanda Lucas (8-2) Third Encounter: Tomonari Kanomata (23-11-6) x Chris Horodecki (21-8-1) Fourth Encounter: Yoshiyuki Nakanishi (15-7) x Ricardo Romero (13-5) PPV Main Card: Opening Bout: Riki Fukuda (20-9) x Rumen Dimitrov (14-4-2) 2nd Bout: Mo Lawal (15-4) x Yusuke Kawaguchi (18-9) 3rd Bout: KID Legacy Fight KID Yamamoto (18-8) x Miguel Torres (45-8) 4th Bout: Heavyweight Number One Contender Match: Todd Duffee (16-3) x Levan Razmadze (9-2) 5th Bout: Bantamweight Number One Contender Match: Lion Takeshi (31-8) x Shintaro Ishiwatari (21-6-4) 6th Bout: Teddy Riner (1-0) x Minowaman (65-35-8) Co-Main Event: Saori Yoshida (debut; 3x Women's Freestyle Gold Medalist) x Hiroko Yamanaka (15-4) Main Event: PURE Featherweight Championship Bout: © Tatsuya Kawajiri (39-7-2) x Doo Ho Choi (18-4) </div></blockquote>

CageRage · September 6, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 64th Battle

@ Saitama Super Arena

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Hiromitsu Miura (16-8)

x

Jung Hwan Cha (12-9-2)

Second Encounter:

Rin Nakai (18-3-1)

x

Amanda Lucas (8-2)

Third Encounter:

Tomonari Kanomata (23-11-6)

x

Chris Horodecki (21-8-1)

Fourth Encounter:

Yoshiyuki Nakanishi (15-7)

x

Ricardo Romero (13-5)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Riki Fukuda (20-9)

x

Rumen Dimitrov (14-4-2)

2nd Bout:

Mo Lawal (15-4)

x

Yusuke Kawaguchi (18-9)

3rd Bout: KID Legacy Fight

KID Yamamoto (18-8)

x

Miguel Torres (45-8)

4th Bout: Heavyweight Number One Contender Match:

Todd Duffee (16-3)

x

Levan Razmadze (9-2)

5th Bout: Bantamweight Number One Contender Match:

Lion Takeshi (31-8)

x

Shintaro Ishiwatari (21-6-4)

6th Bout:

Teddy Riner (1-0)

x

Minowaman (65-35-8)

Co-Main Event:

Saori Yoshida (debut; 3x Women's Freestyle Gold Medalist)

x

Hiroko Yamanaka (15-4)

Main Event: PURE Featherweight Championship Bout:

x

Doo Ho Choi (18-4)

Jingo · September 7, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 64th Battle

@ Saitama Super Arena

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Hiromitsu Miura (16-8)

x

Jung Hwan Cha (12-9-2)

Second Encounter:

Rin Nakai (18-3-1)

x

Amanda Lucas (8-2)

Third Encounter:

Tomonari Kanomata (23-11-6)

x

Chris Horodecki (21-8-1)

Fourth Encounter:

Yoshiyuki Nakanishi (15-7)

x

Ricardo Romero (13-5)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Riki Fukuda (20-9)

x

Rumen Dimitrov (14-4-2)

2nd Bout:

Mo Lawal (15-4)

x

Yusuke Kawaguchi (18-9)

3rd Bout: KID Legacy Fight

KID Yamamoto (18-8)

x

Miguel Torres (45-8)

4th Bout: Heavyweight Number One Contender Match:

Todd Duffee (16-3)

x

Levan Razmadze (9-2)

5th Bout: Bantamweight Number One Contender Match:

Lion Takeshi (31-8)

x

Shintaro Ishiwatari (21-6-4)

6th Bout:

Teddy Riner (1-0)

x

Minowaman (65-35-8)

Co-Main Event:

Saori Yoshida (debut; 3x Women's Freestyle Gold Medalist)

x

Hiroko Yamanaka (15-4)

Main Event: PURE Featherweight Championship Bout:

x

Doo Ho Choi (18-4)

wekka · September 8, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 64th Battle @ Saitama Super Arena (20,849) http://www.bloguinsports.com/mmamanifesto/images/stories/ufc%20144%20saitama%20super%20arena.jpg http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zyjpWElvY1w/UVaoQoX-35I/AAAAAAAASag/P8Hxw_lOFwI/s1600/saitama.arena.muse.2013.pg.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: Jung Hwan Cha x Hiromitsu Miura Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Miura smashes Cha with a huge spinning back fist and he is knocked clean out! >Hiromitsu Miura takes the victory by way of Knock Out! >Official Result: Hiromitsu Miura defeats Jung Hwan Cha (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:22 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>Second Encounter: Amanda Lucas x Rin Nakai Round 1: >The fight begins! >A straight left fails to land and Nakai is able to fire back with a series of lefts. >Lucas swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Nakai. >The takedown is blocked with a sprawl! Nakai has Lucas at close quarters and wrestles her to the floor, taking her back! >Nakai tries to ensnare Lucas in an armbar. >Lucas defends herself well. >Lucas tries to turn over and sweep Nakai but can't do it. >Nakai tries to set up Lucas for an armbar. >Lucas fights off the armbar attempt. >Lucas tries to turn over and sweep Nakai but can't do it. >Nakai tries to lock Lucas in an armbar. >Nakai gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Lucas has to tap! >Rin Nakai takes the victory by way of submission! >Official Result: Rin Nakai defeats Amanda 'The Powerhouse' Lucas (Submission (Armbar) in 2:57 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>Third Encounter: Chris Horodecki x Tomonari Kanomata Round 1: >We are underway! >Kanomata throws a left jab but Horodecki avoids it. >Advancing, Horodecki counters a left jab by using a clean jab. >Kanomata avoids a low kick. >Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage. >Kanomata swiftly avoids a barrage of big punches. >Horodecki drops a shoulder, trying to sucker Kanomata in with a faked single leg attempt. >Kanomata throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Horodecki. >Kanomata eats a stiff counter right cross and almost goes down! >An exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >Kanomata doesn't get drawn in as Horodecki feints a kick. >There's a takedown attempt from Kanomata. >Horodecki tries to avoid Kanomata. >The takedown doesn't work, Horodecki saw it coming and got out of range. >Horodecki throws a leg kick but Kanomata avoids it. >Kanomata counters an errant left jab with a stinging left jab. >Kanomata steps back to avoid a one-two combination. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Horodecki throws three punches in quick succession, but Kanomata was out of range. >Kanomata comes in closer to press the issue. >Kanomata chooses to shoot in on Horodecki. >Horodecki strikes first and manages to rock Kanomata with a solid right hand! >Horodecki throws a right kick to the body but Kanomata avoids it. >Kanomata counters a wayward left jab with a straight left. >Kanomata slips out of the way of a combination of short sharp punches. >Kanomata steps back to avoid a kick to the body, having been suckered in with a feint. >Horodecki throws a left jab but Kanomata avoids it. >Horodecki throws a looping punch, but Kanomata avoids it. >Not letting Horodecki settle at all, Kanomata comes in closer. >A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Kanomata. >Horodecki sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Horodecki avoided Kanomata. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Kanomata hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening. >Horodecki presses in closer to attack. >A tight combination narrowly misses Kanomata and allow him to counter-strike with a stinging left jab. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. Round 2: >Round two begins! >Kanomata feints left, then right. >Kanomata comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Horodecki sprawls well, and Kanomata is forced down to his knees, almost turtled up. >Kanomata springs back to his feet, albeit at the expense of a few punches to the body and head. >Kanomata catches a right leg kick and goes for a takedown but Horodecki is able to block it. >Kanomata fakes a lunge. >Horodecki seems to be waiting for Kanomata to make a move. >Horodecki looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >The two fighters move closer, ready to strike. >Not comfortable in the pocket, Kanomata steps back and creates some space. >Kanomata uses a right hook to the body, but misses. >Time slips away as Horodecki doesn't press Kanomata, allowing him to circle. >Kanomata uses a right hook to the body, but misses. >Horodecki comes in closer to press the issue. >Horodecki is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Horodecki is now standing in the pocket. >Kanomata, standing in the pocket, darts back to avoid a right kick to the body. >Standing in the pocket, Kanomata chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Horodecki. >Kanomata can't get past the sprawl of Horodecki, and finds himself pushed face-down to the ground. >Kanomata doesn't let Horodecki roll him onto his back. >Chris Horodecki looks very tired out there. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Horodecki looks to unload with some big right hands, but Kanomata gets back to his feet before too many land. >Slowed down by physical tiredness, Horodecki still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket. >He gets into range. >Always alert, Kanomata uses good head movement to avoid a barrage of big right hands. >Stepping back, Kanomata creates a bit of distance. >Kanomata comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Horodecki attempts to avoid Kanomata as he shoots in. >Horodecki avoids the takedown attempt. >Kanomata looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Horodecki. >Kanomata can't get close enough to grapple, Horodecki keeps him away with strikes. >Kanomata comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Horodecki now has Kanomata standing in the pocket. >Moving in closer, Kanomata looks like he may want to wrestle Horodecki. >He pulls Horodecki into a grapple. >Kanomata tries to wrestle Horodecki backward and up against the ropes. >Kanomata manages it, and controls Horodecki up against the ropes. >From the looks of things, I don't think Chris Horodecki has much energy left. >Breathing very hard, Tomonari Kanomata is looking ragged. >Kanomata tries to take Horodecki down. >Horodecki will not go down, he blocks the takedown despite the best efforts of Kanomata. >Horodecki turns Kanomata slightly, but can't create enough space to get free of the clinch. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >With the ropes trapping Horodecki, Kanomata looks to try and take him down. >Horodecki will not go down, he blocks the takedown despite the best efforts of Kanomata. >Horodecki tries to get clear of the grapple, but Kanomata holds him in place. >Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. >The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions. >All three judges have Horodecki down as the winner. >Chris 'The Polish Hammer' Horodecki wins by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Chris 'The Polish Hammer' Horodecki defeats Tomonari Kanomata (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>Fourth Encounter: Ricardo Romero x Yoshiyuki Nakanishi Round 1: >And here we go! >Romero tries for a left jab but Nakanishi moves out of range. >Nakanishi throws a right jab but Romero avoids it. >Romero counters a right jab with a sharp kick to the shin. >Romero comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Nakanishi attempts to avoid Romero as he shoots in. >Romero doesn't get the takedown, Nakanishi avoided it. >Moving in closer, Romero looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Romero is in the pocket, ready to attack Nakanishi. >Romero tries for a right jab but Nakanishi uses head movement to avoid it. >Standing in the pocket, Romero chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Nakanishi. >The takedown is completed, Nakanishi is on his back and pulls half guard. >Romero attempts to pass half guard. >He passes to side control. >Romero tries to lock Nakanishi in an armbar. >A straight armbar is applied, Nakanishi is in danger of having his arm hyper-extended! >Out of the blue, Nakanishi pops his arm free! Romero must not have had it locked in as tight as it looked. >Romero blocks Nakanishi as he tries a sweep from side control. >Romero tries to get into the mount position. >Nakanishi tries to sweep from the mount attempt, but gets rolled and gives up his back. >Romero tries to get Nakanishi locked in a rear naked choke. >Nakanishi rolls them so that they are staring at the lights, then sharply turns over to wind up in guard. >That was quite sloppy by Romero, he definitely should have gotten hooks in before attempting that choke. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Nakanishi throws a few left hands to the body. >Romero attempts to lock on a triangle choke. >Nakanishi blocks the attempt. >Romero keeps Nakanishi, who looked to be trying to stand up, in guard. >Romero grabs hold of an arm and attempts a triangle choke on Nakanishi from the bottom of the guard. >Nakanishi gets caught by the triangle, and it's deep...there's no alternative but to tap out! >Ricardo Romero takes the win by submission! >Official Result: Ricardo Romero defeats Yoshiyuki Nakanishi (Submission (Triangle With Armbar) in 6:50 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: Rumen Dimitrov x Riki Fukuda Round 1: >The fight begins! >Fukuda counters a left jab by using a solid left jab. >Fukuda looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Dimitrov. >Dimitrov tries to take down Fukuda as he steps in, but he blocks it. >Fukuda looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Dimitrov tries to take down Fukuda as he steps in, but he blocks it. >Moving in closer, Fukuda looks like he may want to wrestle Dimitrov. >Dimitrov fires off a strike first, but it just misses. >Fukuda comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Dimitrov. >Dimitrov tries to counter with a takedown, but Fukuda defended it well. >Fukuda comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Dimitrov. >Seeing an opportunity, Dimitrov avoids the grapple and goes straight for a takedown, but Fukuda is equal to it. >Fukuda throws out a quick left jab. >Dimitrov doesn't let Fukuda settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Dimitrov shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Dimitrov doesn't get the takedown, Fukuda was equal to it and pulls them into a clinch. >Fukuda is looking to muscle Dimitrov back against the ropes. >Fukuda manages it, and controls Dimitrov up against the ropes. >Dimitrov is trapped against the ropes and Fukuda punishes him with some dirty boxing. >Fukuda uses a vicious foot stomp. >We move into the second half of this round. >Fukuda pins Dimitrov up against the ropes and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. >Fukuda hits Dimitrov, who is pressed up against the ropes, with a nice short uppercut. >Smothered against the ropes, Dimitrov is trapped there, unable to do anything but take the occasional nasty short punch to the ribs, for over a minute. >The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. >Fukuda comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Dimitrov. >Dimitrov sees a chance to dive for a single leg, but Fukuda is able to defend against it. >Rumen Dimitrov is breathing very hard. >Dimitrov avoids a jab. >Riki Fukuda is breathing very hard. >A couple of ragged punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from a visibly tired Dimitrov. >Fukuda tries to step away from the takedown. >Fukuda avoids the takedown attempt. >Looking tired, Fukuda comes in closer, attempting to wrestle with Dimitrov. >Dimitrov uses his strikes to stop Fukuda from getting close enough to grapple. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Fukuda, who is visibly tired, looks like he might want to get in close and wrestle with Dimitrov. >Dimitrov is pulled into a grapple. >Fukuda is looking to muscle Dimitrov back against the ropes. >Dimitrov ends up backed against the ropes. >Showing his ability to control opponents, Fukuda simply smothers Dimitrov against the ropes for the remainder of the round. >Riki Fukuda looks very, very tired. >Round one ends as time expires. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >A jab misses and Fukuda counters with a nice left hand. >Dimitrov, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown. >Dimitrov is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until he is on his knees. >Rumen Dimitrov looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Fukuda hits a short knee to the side of the head of the turtled Dimitrov. >Fukuda hits a kick to the body of the turtled Dimitrov. >Riki Fukuda looks totally gassed. >Dimitrov scrambles back to his feet. >Fukuda, who is visibly tired, looks like he might want to get in close and wrestle with Dimitrov. >He pulls Dimitrov into a grapple. >Fukuda is trying to muscle Dimitrov up against the ropes. >Fukuda achieves it, pinning Dimitrov to the ropes. >Fukuda uses a hard foot stomp. >Dimitrov gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. >Dimitrov is pressed up against the ropes and simply can't break the control that Fukuda has over him. This goes on for about a minute. >Dimitrov is controlled up against the ropes and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. >The gas tank looks empty on Rumen Dimitrov. >Dimitrov gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. >Dimitrov takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. >Fukuda looks for an elbow strike, but Dimitrov out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position. >With the fight having been stuck against the ropes for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center. >Looking tired, Dimitrov comes in closer, attempting to wrestle with Fukuda. >Fukuda ends up grappling for supremacy with Dimitrov. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >From the grapple, Dimitrov tries to pick Fukuda up on his shoulder for a slam. >Fukuda defends it well though, and slips away from Dimitrov. >A tired-looking Dimitrov approaches, looking for a takedown. >The takedown doesn't work, Fukuda 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. >Dimitrov circles around Fukuda. >Fukuda doesn't press the issue, allowing Dimitrov to circle. >A tired-looking Dimitrov throws some ragged looping punches to get Fukuda to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Fukuda tries to avoid the takedown. >Fukuda avoids the takedown attempt. >Fukuda catches Dimitrov with a flurry of small strikes. >Dimitrov keeps out of range, assessing the situation. >Time slips away as Fukuda doesn't press Dimitrov, allowing him to circle. >A straight left from Dimitrov fails to land. >It seems that Fukuda is happy to let Dimitrov circle for the moment. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Fukuda narrowly misses Dimitrov with a right uppercut. >Dimitrov doesn't let Fukuda settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >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 Fukuda the win. >Making Riki Fukuda the winner by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Riki Fukuda defeats Rumen 'The Twin' Dimitrov (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>2nd Bout: Yusuke Kawaguchi x Mo Lawal Round 1: >We are underway! >Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything. >Using head movement, Lawal slips past a left jab and counters with a straight left. >Using head movement, Kawaguchi slips past a left jab and counters with a punch. >Kawaguchi tries for a left jab but Lawal uses head movement to avoid it. >Lawal slips past a jab and scores with a clean left jab. >Lawal tries for a left jab but Kawaguchi uses head movement to avoid it. >They both meet with strikes, but neither does any damage. >Lawal lets a jab sail wide and counter-strikes with a thudding right hook to the body. >Kawaguchi steps back just in time to avoid a wild swing. >An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything. >Lawal scores with a solid left jab from in the pocket. >From the pocket, Lawal hits a stiff jab. >From the pocket, Lawal hits a stiff jab. >Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither hits a telling strike. >Standing in the pocket, Kawaguchi chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Lawal. >Lawal strikes first and manages to rock Kawaguchi with a solid right, sending him down to the ground, stunned! >We move into the second half of this round. >Lawal quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Kawaguchi! >Lawal pounds away with punches and Kawaguchi is having trouble doing anything about it! >With Kawaguchi taking a beating, the referee has to stop the match! >By TKO, the winner is Muhammed Lawal! >Official Result: 'King Mo' Muhammed Lawal defeats Yusuke Kawaguchi (TKO (Strikes) in 5:15 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>3rd Bout: KID Legacy Fight: Miguel Torres x KID Yamamoto Round 1: >The fight begins! >Yamamoto feints to the right, trying to draw Torres into throwing a strike. >A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning. >In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch. >Yamamoto is looking to muscle Torres back against the ropes. >Yamamoto achieves it, pinning Torres to the ropes. >Torres is trapped up against the ropes and takes repeated small punches to the body from that position. This goes on for roughly half a minute. >Torres takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee. >Yamamoto tries to throw an elbow, but Torres uses wrestling to prevent him from launching the strike. >Yamamoto attempts to establish some dominance with his wrestling, but Torres is too hard to keep controlled against the ropes. >Out of the blue, Torres finds a way to slap on a guillotine, and is able to take Yamamoto down with it! >A guillotine choke is applied; Yamamoto isn't tapping out though! >It looks like the choke is not perfectly applied, and that is allowing Yamamoto to breathe. >Torres finally gives it up and lets go, but may have gassed his arms in the submission attempt. >Yamamoto stands up out of guard, holding the feet to stop any up-kicks. >Torres takes a stomp, but times it so that he uses that moment to stand back up. >Yamamoto avoids a low kick. >Yamamoto steps back to avoid a barrage of big punches, having been off balance momentarily after a clever feint. >Yamamoto avoids a low kick. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >A flurry of punches miss Yamamoto and allow him to counter-strike with a nice jab. >Yamamoto avoids a jab. >Yamamoto counters a left jab with a straight left. >Torres tries for a leg kick but Yamamoto moves out of range. >Moving in closer, Yamamoto looks like he may want to wrestle Torres. >Yamamoto grabs Torres and pulls him into a grapple. >Yamamoto tries to wrestle Torres backward and up against the ropes. >Yamamoto manages it, and controls Torres up against the ropes. >Yamamoto hits a knee strike to the thigh. >Yamamoto smothers Torres against the ropes, then hits him with an elbow strike to the side of the head. >That strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Torres. >Unable to break free, Torres is smothered up against the ropes, taking short blows to the body, for about sixty seconds. >With Torres bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. >The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender. >The fight recommences! >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage. >A straight left by Torres keeps Yamamoto from advancing. >Not letting up, Yamamoto quickly steps in closer to attack Torres. >Torres avoids a jab. >Round one ends as time expires. Round 2: >Round two begins! >Yamamoto doesn't get drawn in as Torres feints a kick. >Advancing, Torres counters a left jab by using a nice jab. >Both fighters throw strikes at the same time, both miss. >Yamamoto steps back to avoid a barrage of big punches. >Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either. >Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage. >Torres looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Yamamoto. >Yamamoto now has Torres standing in the pocket. >Good head movement allows Yamamoto to avoid a flurry of rights and lefts. >Torres throws a flurry of punches but Yamamoto covers up and takes them easily. >Yamamoto ducks under a spinning back fist and hits a jab. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Torres hits a series of hard rights! >That last shot may have done some damage, Yamamoto is backing off and looks totally dazed! >Torres tries to capitalise with a barrage of big rights, but Yamamoto has the sense to cover up. >Torres looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Torres moves into the pocket. >Yamamoto sees a kick being set up and uses that opportunity to step forward and hit a crisp left. >Using good head movement, Yamamoto slips past a punch and hits a punch. >Using good head movement, Yamamoto slips past a punch and hits a clean left jab. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >A left jab misses the mark and allows Yamamoto to counter with a solid punch. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Yamamoto hits a stinging jab. >Yamamoto lets a jab sail wide and counter-strikes with a crisp left. >Yamamoto slips past a straight punch and then hits a punch. >Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage. >Breathing very hard, Miguel Angel Torres is looking ragged. >Yamamoto shows good head movement to avoid getting caught with a jab. >Yamamoto circles away, creating some distance between them. >Torres comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket. >Torres is now standing in the pocket. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Yamamoto hits a nice jab. >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores. >From the pocket, Yamamoto sees a body kick coming and hits a punch. >Yamamoto slips past a jab and scores with a punch. >Yamamoto tries for a left jab but Torres uses head movement to avoid it. >Torres uses head movement to avoid a vicious right hand and fire right back with a sharp right body kick. >Norifumi Yamamoto doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Slipping past a left jab, Torres hits a solid right hook to the body. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Yamamoto, standing in the pocket, darts back to avoid a right kick to the body. >Torres circles away, creating some distance between them. >Yamamoto avoids a flurry of punches. >The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. >The official decisions are being reported now. >Judge #1: Torres. >Judge #2 has Yamamoto as the winner. >Judge #3 has Yamamoto as the winner. >Norifumi 'KID' Yamamoto wins by split decision! >Official Result: Norifumi 'KID' Yamamoto defeats Miguel Angel Torres (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>4th Bout: Heavyweight Number One Contender Match: Levan Razmadze x Todd Duffee Round 1: >And here we go! >Razmadze avoids a tight combination. >A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate. >A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Razmadze. >The takedown doesn't work, Duffee sprawled to defend it and then works into a clinch position. >Duffee is trying to muscle Razmadze up against the ropes. >Duffee achieves it, pinning Razmadze to the ropes. >Razmadze eats a short right uppercut that rocks him. >Duffee tries to smother him against the ropes with wrestling, but can't keep control of Razmadze who is fighting it. >Razmadze takes a sharp stomp to the foot. >With Razmadze stuck against the ropes, Duffee gets the underhooks and looks for a takedown. >The takedown doesn't work, Razmadze blocked it and then turns it so that Duffee is the one against the ropes. >Razmadze tries to press him up against the ropes, but finds it hard to keep any sort of real control. >Duffee catches an unsuspecting Razmadze in a standing guillotine! >The guillotine is locked in, tight enough that Razmadze has to tap out! >The winner, by submission, is 'The Irish Car Bomb' Todd Duffee! >Official Result: 'The Irish Car Bomb' Todd Duffee defeats Levan Razmadze (Submission (Guillotine) in 3:48 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>5th Bout: Bantamweight Number One Contender Match: Shintaro Ishiwatari x Lion Takeshi Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Inoue feints left and throws an excellent combination but Ishiwatari is just able to cover up in time. >There's a takedown attempt from Inoue. >Inoue gets the takedown! Ishiwatari pulls guard. >Inoue pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Ishiwatari is comfortable holding guard. >Inoue blocks Ishiwatari as he tries to get enough separation to scramble up. >Inoue fires away with big punches, but Ishiwatari keeps the guard secure and doesn't take any undue damage. >Using his leg strength, Ishiwatari pushes Inoue away, where he stands. >Inoue tries to secure a ground position. >Inoue dives in, but Ishiwatari pushes him away and starts to scramble. >The scramble leaves Inoue on his back pulling half guard. >Ishiwatari throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. >Inoue tries to pull Ishiwatari into a guillotine choke from the bottom of half guard. >A guillotine choke is applied; Ishiwatari isn't tapping out though! >Ishiwatari must have managed to stop the choke being properly applied. >The guillotine is finally released, Inoue may have gassed his arms trying to force the tap out. >Ishiwatari tries to stand up, but Inoue keeps him firmly in guard. >Inoue attempts to grab an arm of Ishiwatari from the bottom of the guard. >Inoue uses the threat of a kimura to turn Ishiwatari and get side control. >Inoue hits a knee strike to the ribs. >Inoue hits a knee strike to the ribs. >Inoue is trying to move from side control to mount. >Ishiwatari doesn't let Inoue get the mount, and so he remains at side control. >Inoue blocks Ishiwatari as he tries to get enough separation to scramble up. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Inoue tries for a knee strike but is unbalanced by Ishiwatari and can't connect properly. >Inoue tries to get into the mount position. >He can't quite manage to get to mount on this attempt. >Ishiwatari tries to break free and scramble for position, but Inoue keeps him trapped. >Inoue throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. >Ishiwatari uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. >The scramble fails to secure either fighter a dominant position, and they both end up standing. >Inoue shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Ishiwatari tries to step away from the takedown. >Inoue can't get the takedown, Ishiwatari was too quick to back away. >Inoue is getting in closer to Ishiwatari, perhaps looking for a clinch. >Inoue can't get near enough to engage, Ishiwatari uses strikes to keep him out of range. >Inoue looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Ishiwatari. >Inoue can't get close enough to grapple, Ishiwatari keeps him away with strikes. >Inoue shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Ishiwatari attempts to avoid Inoue as he shoots in. >Inoue can't get the takedown, Ishiwatari was too quick to back away. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Inoue fakes a shot, but gets no reaction from Ishiwatari. >Inoue steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >Time slips away as Ishiwatari doesn't press Inoue, allowing him to circle. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >Ishiwatari slips out of the way of a combination of short sharp punches. >Ishiwatari throws a barrage of big right hands but Inoue moves out of range. >Ishiwatari throws a barrage of big rights but Inoue is quick to move out of range. >Ishiwatari circles as he plans his next move. >Not letting Ishiwatari settle, Inoue moves in closer. >Breathing very hard, Shintaro Ishiwatari is looking ragged. >Inoue comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Ishiwatari attempts to avoid Inoue as he shoots in. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Ishiwatari avoided Inoue. >Inoue looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >He gets into range. >Inoue looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Ishiwatari throws a big right hand as a counter, but it misses the target. >Ishiwatari hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening. >Not letting up, Inoue steps in closer to pressure Ishiwatari into action. >Inoue shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Ishiwatari cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard. >Inoue starts trying to work to get past the guard. >He passes to side control. >Breathing very hard, Takeshi Inoue is looking ragged. >Inoue looks to roll Ishiwatari slightly and slip behind. >Ishiwatari tries to escape but only succeeds in giving up his back! >We move into the second half of this round. >Inoue successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. >Inoue fires away with right hands, Ishiwatari is getting pounded. >There's lots of strikes landing, Ishiwatari needs to find a way out of this position quickly! >With Ishiwatari stuck and taking a pounding, the referee has to stop the match! >The winner, by TKO, is Takeshi 'Lion Takeshi' Inoue! >Official Result: Takeshi 'Lion Takeshi' Inoue defeats Shintaro Ishiwatari (TKO (Strikes) in 5:53 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>6th Bout: Teddy Riner x Minowaman Round 1: >Round one begins! >Moving forward, Riner counters a left jab with a stinging left jab. >Minowa feints rushing in, but withdraws. >Minowa shoots in for a takedown. >Minowa can't complete the takedown, and has to settle for pushing Riner up against the ropes. >Riner shows his grappling skills by using a neck crank to get some leverage. >Riner powers Minowa down, forcing him to roll over and get trapped in side control! >Riner tries to lock Minowa in an armbar. >Riner gets an armbar fully applied! >Out of the blue, Minowa pops his arm free! Riner must not have had it locked in as tight as it looked. >Minowa tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of side control. >Riner blocks it. >Riner tries to ensnare Minowa in an armbar. >Riner gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Minowa has to tap! >Teddy 'Bear' Riner takes the win by submission! >Official Result: Teddy 'Bear' Riner defeats Ikuhisa 'Minowaman' Minowa (Submission (Armbar) in 2:46 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>Co-Main Event: Hiroko Yamanaka x Saori Yoshida Round 1: >Round one begins! >Yamanaka moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a left jab to the cheek. >Saori is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Yamanaka. >Saori gets caught with a right hook though, and she is momentarily wobbly! >Yamanaka cooly stalks Saori so that she is trapped in the corner. >Saori steps back to avoid a barrage of big punches. >Saori looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Yamanaka keeps herself moving out of range, not wanting to grapple. >Yamanaka comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >The two fighters move closer, ready to strike. >Moving in closer, Saori looks like she may want to wrestle Yamanaka. >Yamanaka counters with a right hand that catches Saori flush...and she goes down! >Yamanaka quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Saori! >Yamanaka pounds away with punches and Saori is in big trouble! >Saori finally manages to pull Yamanaka into side control to survive. >Yamanaka punches down at Saori, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Yamanaka fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >Saori bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. >Yamanaka is left turtled up with Saori behind her. >Yamanaka cannot stop herself being rolled and secured in side control. >Saori throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch her breath. >Yamanaka tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. >Saori tries to get into the mount position. >Advancing her position, she gets mount. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Saori pounds away from the mount with vicious elbows, Yamanaka is barely able to offer any defence at all! >The referee jumps in and saves Yamanaka from taking any more shots! >The winner, by TKO; Saori Yoshida! >Official Result: Saori Yoshida defeats Hiroko Yamanaka (TKO (Strikes) in 5:34 of round 1). 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>Main Event: PURE Featherweight Championship Bout: Doo Ho Choi x © Tatsuya Kawajiri Round 1: >Round one begins! >Choi steps back to avoid a barrage of big punches, having been off balance momentarily after a clever feint. >Kawajiri covers up in the face of a combination of short sharp punches, then fires back with a jab. >Kawajiri slips out of the way of a body kick. >Kawajiri counters a left jab by using a jab. >Kawajiri uses a feint to get Choi off balance, but the nice sequence of punches that follow don't find their mark. >Kawajiri throws a looping punch, but Choi avoids it. >Choi steps in closer to force the issue. >Choi looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Kawajiri. >Standing his ground, Kawajiri looks happy to engage Choi in the pocket. >Kawajiri comes in, looking for a quick double leg takedown from close range. >Choi tries to counter with a right hand, but is too slow. >The takedown is successful, Kawajiri almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. >Kawajiri tries to lock Choi into a kimura. >Choi blocks it. >Choi works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position. >It's a bad choice though, as Kawajiri seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control. >Kawajiri tries to get into the mount position. >He mounts Choi. >Kawajiri unloads with massive elbows from the mount, and Choi is getting destroyed! >The referee pulls Kawajiri away, stopping the match! >Tatsuya Kawajiri takes the victory by way of TKO and RETAINS the PURE Featherweight Championship! >Official Result: Tatsuya 'Crusher' Kawajiri defeats 'The Korean Super Boy' Doo Ho Choi (TKO (Strikes) in 4:28 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: Saori Yoshida x Hiroko Yamanaka KOTN: Hiromitsu Miura SOTN: Rin Nakai</div></blockquote> Prediction Results- CageRage: 43-29 AtlantaThrasher: 26-10 Jingo: 24-13

wekka · September 8, 2013

PURE 65th Battle Card Finalized; Two Title Fights Anchor Event: <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 65th Battle @ Oracle Arena in Oakland, CA AXStv Preliminary Card: First Encounter: Sean Santella (16-6-1) x Czar Sklavos (11-5) Second Encounter: Keon Caldwell (13-3) x Xavier Lucas (15-9) Third Encounter: Jimmie Rivera (17-4) x Taiyo Nakahara (19-10) Fourth Encounter: Justin Lawrence (8-3) x Tito Jones (13-9) PPV Main Card: Opening Bout: Gabriel Salinas-Jones (11-2-1) x Soa Palelei (25-6) 2nd Bout: Brian Melancon (14-3) x Carlos Eduardo Rocha (15-4) 3rd Bout: Marloes Coenen (26-7) x Ediene Gomes (14-4) 4th Bout: Tyrone Spong (8-1) x Tatsuya Mizuno (16-11) 5th Bout: Jason Miller (31-10) x Jake Rosholt (17-8) 6th Bout: Josh Barnett (37-8) x Guram Gugenishvilli (14-5) Co-Main Event: PURE Flyweight Championship Bout: © Henry Cejudo (9-2) x Jose Maria Tome (40-5-2) Main Event: PURE Welterweight Championship Bout: © Jorge Santiago (34-12) x Nick Diaz (28-9) </div></blockquote>

CageRage · September 8, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 65th Battle

@ Oracle Arena in Oakland, CA

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Sean Santella (16-6-1)

x

Czar Sklavos (11-5)

Second Encounter:

Keon Caldwell (13-3)

x

Xavier Lucas (15-9)

Third Encounter:

Jimmie Rivera (17-4)

x

Taiyo Nakahara (19-10)

Fourth Encounter:

Justin Lawrence (8-3)

x

Tito Jones (13-9)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Gabriel Salinas-Jones (11-2-1)

x

Soa Palelei (25-6)

2nd Bout:

Brian Melancon (14-3)

x

Carlos Eduardo Rocha (15-4)

3rd Bout:

Marloes Coenen (26-7)

x

Ediene Gomes (14-4)

4th Bout:

Tyrone Spong (8-1)

x

Tatsuya Mizuno (16-11)

5th Bout:

Jason Miller (31-10)

x

Jake Rosholt (17-8)

6th Bout:

Josh Barnett (37-8)

x

Guram Gugenishvilli (14-5)

Co-Main Event: PURE Flyweight Championship Bout:

© Henry Cejudo (9-2)

x

Jose Maria Tome (40-5-2)

Main Event: PURE Welterweight Championship Bout:

x

Nick Diaz (28-9)

Jingo · September 8, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 65th Battle

@ Oracle Arena in Oakland, CA

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Sean Santella (16-6-1)

x

Czar Sklavos (11-5)

Second Encounter:

Keon Caldwell (13-3)

x

Xavier Lucas (15-9)

Third Encounter:

Jimmie Rivera (17-4)

x

Taiyo Nakahara (19-10)

Fourth Encounter:

Justin Lawrence (8-3)

x

Tito Jones (13-9)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Gabriel Salinas-Jones (11-2-1)

x

Soa Palelei (25-6)

2nd Bout:

Brian Melancon (14-3)

x

Carlos Eduardo Rocha (15-4)

3rd Bout:

Marloes Coenen (26-7)

x

Ediene Gomes (14-4)

4th Bout:

Tyrone Spong (8-1)

x

Tatsuya Mizuno (16-11)

5th Bout:

Jason Miller (31-10)

x

Jake Rosholt (17-8)

6th Bout:

Josh Barnett (37-8)

x

Guram Gugenishvilli (14-5)

Co-Main Event: PURE Flyweight Championship Bout:

x

Jose Maria Tome (40-5-2)

Main Event: PURE Welterweight Championship Bout:

x

Nick Diaz (28-9)

wekka · September 9, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 65th Battle

@ Oracle Arena (11,656)

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AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter: Czar Sklavos x Sean Santella

Round 1:
>We are underway!
>Sklavos counters a wayward left jab with a left jab to the cheek.
>There's a takedown attempt from Sklavos.
>Sklavos can't get the takedown, Santella defends it well and pulls them into a clinch.
>The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other.
>Sklavos is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Santella.
>Santella finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Wanting to take it to the ground, Sklavos attempts to drag Santella down into his guard.
>Santella defends against it well, and takes control of the clinch.
>The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.
>A left jab misses and Santella counters with a crisp left hand punch.
>A couple of wild haymakers are used to set up a takedown attempt from Sklavos.
>Sklavos can't get the takedown, Santella defends it well and pulls them into a clinch.
>Santella and Sklavos separate and we're back to a stand-off.
>Sklavos circles around Santella.
>The fight slows as Santella sits back and allows Sklavos to circle.
>Santella avoids a quick jab and hits a straight left.
>Sklavos shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Santella attempts to avoid Sklavos as he shoots in.
>Sklavos can't get the takedown, Santella was too quick to back away.
>A flicked jab from Sklavos only finds gloves.
>Time slips away as Santella doesn't press Sklavos, allowing him to circle.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>A left jab misses and Santella counters with a barrage of hard punches!
>Santella throws a left jab but Sklavos uses good head movement to make sure it slips by.
>Santella goes under a wild right hand and hits a series of heavy rights!
>Sklavos uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by.
>A left jab misses the mark and allows Sklavos to counter with a punch.
>Santella gets caught with a stiff jab.
>Santella gets hit with a crisp jab to the jaw, rocking his head back.
>Sklavos works the jab.
>Santella eats a stiff jab.
>Showing good head movement, Santella weaves out of the way of a wild right hand.
>Santella backs away to create some more space.
>Sklavos avoids a jab and scores with a jab.
>Sklavos steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Time slips away as Santella doesn't press Sklavos, allowing him to circle.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Sklavos is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Santella.
>Sklavos grabs Santella and pulls him into a grapple.
>Using his wrestling skills, Sklavos is trying to push Santella up against the ropes.
>Santella ends up backed against the ropes.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2:
>We are back underway!
>A jab misses, allowing Sklavos to counter-strike with a clean jab.
>An errant jab sets Sklavos up to counter-strike with a right hand.
>There's a takedown attempt from Sklavos.
>Santella sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Santella avoided Sklavos.
>A straight left by Santella keeps Sklavos from advancing.
>Not letting up, Sklavos quickly steps in closer to attack Santella.
>Moving in closer, Sklavos looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>Sklavos is in the pocket, ready to attack Santella.
>Sklavos dodges a jab, and fires back with a crisp left jab.
>Santella uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by.
>Santella backs away to create some more space.
>Santella bobs and weaves.
>Sklavos presses in closer to attack.
>Sklavos swings wildly to get Santella to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Santella attempts to avoid Sklavos as he shoots in.
>Sklavos can't get the takedown, Santella was too quick to back away.
>Santella throws a barrage of big rights but Sklavos is quick to move out of range.
>Santella gets Sklavos with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Not letting Santella settle at all, Sklavos comes in closer.
>Moving in closer, Sklavos looks like he may want to wrestle Santella.
>Sklavos can't get close enough to grapple, Santella makes sure to keep out of range.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Sklavos swings wildly to get Santella to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Santella tries to step away from the takedown.
>The takedown doesn't work, Santella saw it coming and got out of range.
>A straight left from Sklavos fails to land.
>The fight slows as Santella sits back and allows Sklavos to circle.
>Czar Sklavos looks very tired out there.
>Sklavos slips past a left jab and counters with a right hand.
>Advancing, Santella counters a left jab by using a left.
>Backing out of range, Santella circles tentatively.
>Not letting Santella settle, Sklavos moves in closer.
>A tired Sklavos moves forward, looking for a takedown.
>Santella tries to avoid the takedown.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Santella avoided Sklavos.
>Sklavos comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket.
>Sklavos is now standing in the pocket.
>Slipping past some wild swings, Santella counters with a clean left jab.
>Santella slips past a jab and scores with a stinging jab.
>Santella slips past a jab and scores with a nice jab.
>A left jab misses, giving Sklavos the chance to hit back with a sudden huge right cross that knocks Santella on his ass!
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Sklavos attempts to set up a quick armbar on the dazed Santella.
>Santella doesn't allow the armbar to be applied, first blocking it and then pulling free entirely and getting back up.
>Sklavos, who is visibly tired, looks like he might want to get in close and wrestle with Santella.
>Sklavos grabs Santella and pulls him into a grapple.
>From the looks of things, I don't think Czar Sklavos has much energy left.
>Sklavos hits Santella with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
>The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

>The judges' decisions are now being announced.
>All three judges have Sklavos down as the winner.
>Sklavos wins by unanimous decision!
>Official Result: Czar Sklavos defeats Sean 'Shorty Rock' Santella (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.

Second Encounter: Xavier Lucas x Keon Caldwell

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>Caldwell steps back to avoid a left jab.
>A feint sets Lucas up for an inside leg kick, but Caldwell evades it.
>Caldwell avoids a nice combination and hits a clean jab.
>Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either.
>Caldwell avoids a low kick.
>Caldwell is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>A counter left hand catches Caldwell above the eye.
>A left jab misses and Lucas counters with a hard leg kick.
>Lucas slips past an attempted big right hand and counters with a stinging left jab.
>Caldwell looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Keen to maintain some distance, Lucas uses strikes to keep Caldwell away.
>Moving forward, Caldwell counters a left jab with a crisp left hand punch.
>Caldwell is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>Strikes from Lucas keep Caldwell from stepping in too close.
>Caldwell looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Lucas.
>Caldwell can't get near enough to engage, Lucas uses strikes to keep him out of range.
>Lucas tries for a left jab but Caldwell moves out of range.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Caldwell looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Lucas.
>Caldwell can't close the distance, Lucas keeps him away with strikes.
>Caldwell comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket.
>Caldwell gets caught out and eats a stiff left jab.
>An errant jab sets Caldwell up to counter-strike with a clean left.
>Caldwell comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket.
>Lucas now has Caldwell standing in the pocket.
>Lucas uses head movement to dodge a jab, and counters with a swift leg kick.
>Those strikes to the legs are going to take their toll.
>Showing good head movement, Caldwell slips past a tight combination and counter-strikes with a barrage of punches, eventually putting Lucas down!
>Caldwell moves in quickly, kneeling beside Lucas and starting to hammer down with punches!
>Caldwell pounds away with punches and Lucas is having trouble doing anything about it!
>The referee pulls Caldwell away, stopping the match!

>The winner, by TKO, is Keon 'The Black Assassin' Caldwell!
>Official Result: Keon 'The Black Assassin' Caldwell defeats 'X-Man' Xavier Lucas (TKO (Strikes) in 7:31 of round 1). The match was rated as being Fantastic.

Third Encounter: Taiyo Nakahara x Jimmie Rivera

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>Rivera slips past a left jab and counters with a series of lefts.
>A left hand misses, allowing Rivera to counter with two big right hands!
>Rivera slips past a jab and scores with a kick to the side of the ribs.
>Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Rivera hits a flurry of quick punches.
>Nakahara uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by.
>They both meet with strikes, but neither does any damage.
>Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either.
>Good head movement allows Nakahara to avoid a wildly thrown right hand.
>Nakahara uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by.
>Rivera scores with a left jab from the pocket.
>From the pocket, Rivera hits a flurry of punches on Nakahara.
>An exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>From the missed strikes they clinch.
>Nakahara is looking to muscle Rivera back against the ropes.
>Nakahara achieves it, pinning Rivera to the ropes.
>Rivera wrestles back against Nakahara, not letting him maintain control for any length of time.
>Nakahara has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Rivera to the ground.
>Nakahara can't get the takedown, but does get behind Rivera when he attempts to wriggle free.
>Circling out, Rivera breaks free of Nakahara and regroups in the center.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Rivera is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>Nakahara tries to counter by dropping down and going for a single leg, but Rivera defended it well.
>Rivera tries for a right body kick but Nakahara moves out of range.
>Nakahara throws a couple of wild punches as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>A counter right cross is too slow to catch Nakahara.
>The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Rivera is left on his back pulling guard.
>In guard, Nakahara catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
>In guard, Nakahara catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
>Nakahara gets pulled in tight, and takes a glancing blow from an elbow strike.
>Nakahara begins trying to pass the guard.
>Rivera keeps Nakahara in guard.
>Nakahara gets pulled in tight, stopping him from posturing up or launching any attacks.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
>Rivera looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Nakahara.
>Rivera is in the pocket, ready to attack Nakahara.
>Nakahara uses head movement to avoid a left jab.
>Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2:
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>It sounded like his corner told Rivera to stand and try to use counter striking against Nakahara in this round.
>Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything.
>Nakahara shoots in for a takedown.
>Rivera counters with a right hand that catches Nakahara flush, rocking him!
>Jimmie Rivera doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>Nakahara bobs and weaves.
>Not letting Nakahara settle, Rivera moves in closer.
>Nakahara avoids a low kick.
>Nakahara comes in swinging wildly, using the strikes as cover so that he can shoot in.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Rivera blocked Nakahara.
>Nakahara is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Rivera.
>Rivera keeps himself moving out of range, not wanting to grapple.
>From the looks of things, I don't think Jimmie Rivera has much energy left.
>Nakahara bobs and weaves.
>Rivera doesn't press the issue, allowing Nakahara to circle.
>Nakahara counters a wayward low right kick with a left jab to the cheek.
>Nakahara looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Rivera.
>Rivera is pulled into a grapple.
>Breathing very hard, Taiyo Nakahara is looking ragged.
>Getting underhooks, Nakahara looks for a takedown.
>The takedown doesn't work, Rivera defended it well.
>Rivera uses a whizzer to turn Nakahara slightly, creating enough space for him to break free of the grappling entirely.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>A straight left by Nakahara keeps Rivera from advancing.
>Rivera seems to be waiting for Nakahara to make a move.
>A flicked jab from Nakahara only finds gloves.
>Not letting Nakahara settle, Rivera moves in closer.
>Taiyo Nakahara looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>Rivera comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket.
>Nakahara lets Rivera get closer.
>A visibly tired Rivera is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Nakahara.
>Nakahara sees a chance to dive for a single leg, but Rivera is able to defend against it.
>Jimmie Rivera looks totally gassed.
>Nakahara slams a crisp right into the gloves of Rivera, but can't follow up.
>The fight slows as Rivera sits back and allows Nakahara to circle.
>A left hand misses, allowing Rivera to counter with a right body kick.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Nakahara uses a right hook to the body, but misses.
>It seems that Rivera is happy to let Nakahara circle for the moment.
>Taiyo Nakahara looks exhausted.
>Slowly moving in closer, a ragged-looking Nakahara wants to wrestle Rivera.
>Rivera is pulled into a grapple.
>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 have Rivera down as the winner.
>Rivera wins by unanimous decision!
>Official Result: Jimmie Rivera defeats Taiyo Nakahara (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.

Fourth Encounter: Tito Jones x Justin Lawrence

Round 1:
>And here we go!
>Lawrence counters a wayward left jab with a solid left jab.
>Lawrence counters a tight combination by hitting a jab.
>Jones swiftly avoids a barrage of big punches, having fallen for a feint.
>Lawrence counters a left jab by using a left jab to the cheek.
>Lawrence keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Not letting up, Jones quickly steps in closer to attack Lawrence.
>Jones feints left and tries to get Lawrence to commit to a strike, but gets no joy.
>Lawrence avoids a quick jab and hits a right body kick.
>Lawrence darts in, feints a jab, darts back out.
>Jones looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Lawrence.
>Jones is now standing in the pocket.
>Jones comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Lawrence.
>Jones can't get close enough to grapple, Lawrence makes sure to keep out of range.
>Jones gets Lawrence with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Lawrence presses in closer to attack.
>Lawrence feints left, then right.
>A jab misses and Lawrence counters with a nasty-looking kick to the inside of the left knee.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>An errant jab sets Lawrence up to counter-strike with a crisp jab.
>Moving forward, Jones counters a left jab with a left.
>A straight left from Lawrence fails to land.
>Not letting Lawrence settle at all, Jones comes in closer.
>Jones comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Lawrence.
>Lawrence finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Jones uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Lawrence as they grapple.
>Jones tries to throw some close-range strikes as they grapple, but the attempts are smothered by Lawrence.
>Jones and Lawrence separate and we're back to a stand-off.
>Lawrence feints stepping in.
>Lawrence covers up to absorb a tidy combination of punches and then hits a solid left jab.
>Jones feints left and tries to get Lawrence to commit to a strike, but gets no joy.
>Jones counters a right kick to the body by hitting a straight right that sends Lawrence face-first into the mat...it's a knock out!

>Tito Jones takes the victory by way of Knock Out!
>Official Result: Tito Jones defeats Justin 'The American Kid' Lawrence (Knock Out (Punch) in 9:07 of round 1). The match was rated as being Average.

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout: Soa Palelei x Gabriel Salinas-Jones

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>Palelei avoids a low kick.
>Palelei avoids a low kick.
>Palelei counters a weak right kick with a series of quick punches.
>Palelei jabs Salinas-Jones as he advances.
>Palelei counters a left jab by using a jab.
>A weak right kick is countered by Palelei with a crisp left hand punch.
>Several big right hands miss, setting Palelei up to counter-strike with a series of quick punches.
>Salinas-Jones looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Salinas-Jones can't get near enough to engage, Palelei uses strikes to keep him out of range.
>Palelei feints left, then right.
>Palelei counters a weak right kick with a series of quick punches.
>Salinas-Jones counters a left jab with a clean left.
>Palelei counters a weak right kick with a clean jab.
>Palelei steps back to avoid a kick to the body.
>Palelei steps back to avoid a leg kick.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Salinas-Jones keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>The fight slows as Palelei sits back and allows Salinas-Jones to circle.
>A left jab misses and Salinas-Jones counters with a kick to the inside of the left thigh.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, but neither does any significant damage.
>A wayward low right kick allows Palelei to hit a crisp left hand punch.
>Salinas-Jones moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a scything low kick to the legs.
>Those strikes to the legs are going to take their toll.
>Salinas-Jones looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Palelei.
>Salinas-Jones can't get close enough to grapple, Palelei keeps him away with strikes.
>Salinas-Jones chooses to shoot in on Palelei.
>A counter right cross is too slow to catch Salinas-Jones.
>The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Palelei is left on his back pulling guard.
>Salinas-Jones throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Salinas-Jones is trying to pass guard.
>Salinas-Jones struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard.
>Palelei uses his legs to push Salinas-Jones away, into a standing position.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Palelei pulls Salinas-Jones down into guard after he threw a wild bomb that didn't connect.
>Salinas-Jones tries to pass the guard.
>Palelei comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Salinas-Jones in guard.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2:
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>Salinas-Jones counters a left jab by hitting two hard right hands!
>Breathing very hard, Gabriel Salinas-Jones is looking ragged.
>Palelei steps back...and almost stumbles over! He is on wobbly legs!
>Salinas-Jones grabs the stunned Palelei in a guillotine choke and drops down to tighten it!
>Palelei gets caught in a guillotine, but is not tapping!
>The guillotine must not be completely applied, otherwise this would be over.
>Salinas-Jones releases the hold, perhaps having gassed his arms by squeezing for too long.
>Palelei tries to pass the guard.
>He can't get free of the guard.
>Salinas-Jones brings his legs up and tries to lock Palelei in a triangle choke.
>Palelei pulls free before the triangle can be locked in.
>Soa Palelei looks very tired out there.
>Palelei looks to pass guard and get side control.
>Palelei struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard.
>Salinas-Jones raises his legs and tries to get Palelei into a triangle choke.
>Salinas-Jones gets the triangle choke, it's in deep and Palelei has to tap out!

>The winner, by submission; Gabriel Salinas-Jones!
>Official Result: Gabriel Salinas-Jones defeats Soa Palelei (Submission (Triangle) in 3:59 of round 2). The match was rated as being Great.

2nd Bout: Carlos Eduardo Rocha x Brian Melancon

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>A left jab misses and Melancon strikes back with a couple of tight angled jabs and a scorching right hook to the body.
>Melancon counters a left jab by hitting a superb combination of three quick punches to the body and a great right cross.
>Melancon avoids a quick jab and hits a clean jab.
>Rocha tries for a left jab but Melancon moves out of range.
>Moving in closer, Melancon looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>Rocha fires off a strike first, but the impact is taken by the gloves of Melancon.
>Rocha throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Melancon.
>Rocha gets the takedown! Melancon pulls guard.
>Rocha tries to pass the guard.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>Rocha starts trying to work to use side control as a way to get behind Melancon.
>He takes the back!
>Melancon is in huge trouble now, as Rocha successfully gets both hooks in.
>With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Rocha tries to finish Melancon off with a rear naked choke.
>Melancon gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

>Carlos Eduardo Rocha takes the victory by way of submission!
>Official Result: Carlos 'Ta Danado' Eduardo Rocha defeats Brian Melancon (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:17 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great.

3rd Bout: Ediene Gomes x Marloes Coenen

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>A left hand misses, allowing Gomes to counter with a straight left.
>An attempted body kick misses and Gomes fires back with a crisp jab.
>Coenen drops a shoulder, trying to sucker Gomes in with a feint.
>Gomes glances a strike off the side of the shoulder.
>Coenen presses in closer to attack.
>Coenen looks like she wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Gomes.
>Gomes tries to single leg Coenen as she steps in, but she is too quick to step away.
>A straight left from Gomes fails to land.
>Not letting up, Coenen steps in closer to pressure Gomes into action.
>Coenen tries for a leg kick but Gomes moves out of range.
>A straight left from Gomes fails to land.
>Not letting Gomes settle, Coenen moves in closer.
>Coenen throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Gomes.
>She has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Gomes has to pull guard.
>Coenen attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>Gomes comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Coenen in guard.
>Gomes tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard.
>Coenen blocks it.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Coenen starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>Gomes keeps Coenen in guard.
>Coenen doesn't let Gomes pull her in close to be smothered.
>Coenen starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>Gomes can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard.
>Coenen looks to get past the half guard.
>Coenen struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard.
>Gomes tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of half guard.
>Coenen fends off Gomes, and doesn't give up an arm.
>Coenen attempts a kimura.
>Gomes stops Coenen from applying it.
>Gomes tries to ensnare an arm.
>Coenen doesn't let her arm get taken.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Coenen tries to ensnare Gomes in a kimura.
>Gomes defends it well.
>Gomes attempts to secure an arm.
>Coenen defends it.
>In half guard, Coenen throws a couple of punches designed to keep Gomes guessing.
>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:
>And here we go, round two!
>An errant jab sets Coenen up to counter-strike with a flurry of quick punches.
>Gomes slips out of the way of a body kick.
>Gomes steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Marloes Coenen doesn't look like she has much left in the tank.
>Gomes steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Coenen narrowly misses Gomes with a right uppercut.
>Gomes doesn't press the issue, allowing Coenen to circle.
>Despite being tired, Coenen looks like she wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Gomes.
>Keen to maintain some distance, Gomes uses strikes to keep Coenen away.
>Gomes is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Coenen.
>Coenen finds herself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Gomes is trying to muscle Coenen up against the ropes.
>Gomes does it, Coenen is stuck with her back to the ropes.
>With the ropes trapping Coenen, Gomes looks to try and take her down.
>Gomes tries hard but cannot get Coenen off of her feet, and has to settle for slipping behind her instead.
>Ediene Gomes looks very tired out there.
>Marloes Coenen seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
>Coenen tries to get clear of the grapple, but Gomes holds her in place.
>With Coenen stuck against the ropes, Gomes tries to complete a takedown from behind.
>Gomes has to struggle for it, but is eventually rewarded with the takedown.
>Coenen starts scrambling for position as soon as the takedown is completed.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>The scramble leaves Gomes on her back pulling guard.
>Coenen attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>She finds herself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Coenen gets pulled in tight, stopping her from posturing up or launching any attacks.
>Coenen throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that she can catch her breath.
>Gomes attempts to secure an arm.
>Gomes gets a kimura and wrenches back, Coenen has to tap out!

>The winner, by submission; Ediene Gomes!
>Official Result: Ediene 'India' Gomes defeats 'Rumina' Marloes Coenen (Submission (Kimura) in 8:27 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.

4th Bout: Tatsuya Mizuno x Tyrone Spong

Round 1:
>And here we go!
>They come together and strike, but neither can land a clean shot.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but neither hits.
>Stepping back, Spong creates a bit of distance.
>Spong counters a right jab by using a crisp jab.
>Mizuno mis-times a step forward and eats a looping right hand! He is knocked out cold!

>Tyrone 'King of the Ring' Spong takes the win by Knock Out!
>Official Result: Tyrone 'King of the Ring' Spong defeats Tatsuya Mizuno (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:59 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.

5th Bout: Jake Rosholt x Jason "Mayhem" Miller

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>A leg kick misses badly, giving Rosholt an opening to score with a straight left.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>Rosholt looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Miller.
>Miller seems happy to grapple with Rosholt.
>Using his wrestling skills, Rosholt is trying to push Miller up against the ropes.
>Miller isn't going anywhere though, and manages to slip out of the grapple entirely.
>Rosholt throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage.
>Not letting up, Miller steps in closer to pressure Rosholt into action.
>A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate.
>In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch.
>Miller looks for a trip takedown.
>Miller gets the takedown! Rosholt pulls guard.
>Miller begins trying to pass the guard.
>Rosholt is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Miller firmly in guard.
>Rosholt attempts to lock on a triangle choke.
>Miller blocks the attempt.
>Miller looks to get past the guard.
>Miller struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard.
>Miller gets pushed back thanks to a butterfly guard, and stands, looking down at Rosholt who remains on his back.
>Miller leaps in and throws a bomb, but Rosholt safely pulls him into half guard.
>Miller looks to get past the half guard.
>Miller isn't able to pass from half guard thanks to the tenacious defence of Rosholt.
>Rosholt reaches over and tries to lock Miller in a guillotine.
>Miller blocks it.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Miller tries to pass the half guard.
>Miller struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard.
>Rosholt works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.
>The scramble ends with both fighters standing, facing each other.
>Rosholt feints rushing in, but withdraws.
>Rosholt tries for a left jab but Miller moves out of range.
>Miller is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>Rosholt keeps himself moving out of range.
>Rosholt circles around Miller.
>Miller steps in to put some pressure on.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Miller looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Rosholt tries to counter Miller with a right hand, but it only thumps into the gloves.
>A flurry of punches miss Rosholt and allow him to counter-strike with a stinging left jab.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2:
>And here we go, round two!
>Miller counters a left jab by hitting a series of quick lefts.
>Miller counters a left jab by hitting a series of quick lefts.
>Jason Miller is breathing very hard.
>A jab misses and Miller counters with a series of quick jabs.
>Rosholt keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Not letting up, Miller quickly steps in closer to attack Rosholt.
>Rosholt grabs a body kick and goes for the takedown, and gets it! Miller pulls guard.
>Rosholt begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Miller raises his legs and tries to get Rosholt into a triangle choke.
>In a show of great skill, Rosholt spins out of the triangle attempt and gains side control.
>In side control, Rosholt begins working to get a mount.
>Rosholt takes the back instead, Miller rolled over rather than get mounted.
>Rosholt increases his control by getting both hooks in.
>Rosholt pounds away with right hands and Miller is having trouble doing anything about it!
>The referee pulls Rosholt away, stopping the match!

>Jake Rosholt takes the win by TKO!
>Official Result: Jake Rosholt defeats Jason 'Mayhem' Miller (TKO (Strikes) in 4:35 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.

6th Bout: Guram Gugenishvilli x Josh Barnett

Round 1:
>We are underway!
>A left hand misses, allowing Gugenishvili to counter with a left.
>A left jab misses and Barnett counters with an excellent combination.
>Moving in closer, Gugenishvili looks like he may want to wrestle Barnett.
>The two fighters start grappling for control.
>Gugenishvili is looking to muscle Barnett back against the ropes.
>Barnett ends up backed against the ropes.
>Barnett struggles back against Gugenishvili, not allowing him to control the grappling.
>Out of the blue, Barnett slaps on a standing guillotine!
>Barnett gets the guillotine sunk in and Gugenishvili has to tap!

>By submission, the winner is Josh Barnett!
>Official Result: Josh 'The Warmaster' Barnett defeats Guram Gugenishvili (Submission (Guillotine) in 2:16 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great

Co-Main Event: PURE Flyweight Championship Bout:
Jose Maria Tome x © Henry Cejudo

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>Cejudo avoids a flurry of punches and hits a crisp jab.
>Tome drops his shoulder and feints to step in, but Cejudo isn't buying it.
>Cejudo comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Tome.
>Tome tries to counter Cejudo with a right hand, but it only thumps into the gloves.
>Tome throws a left jab but Cejudo avoids it.
>Moving in closer, Cejudo looks like he may want to wrestle Tome.
>Tome tries to catch him by surprise with a takedown attempt, but it is blocked.
>Cejudo is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Tome.
>Tome tries to catch him by surprise with a takedown attempt, but it is blocked.
>Cejudo looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Tome tries to counter Cejudo with a right hand, but it only thumps into the gloves.
>Tome shoots in for a takedown.
>Tome can't get the takedown, Cejudo defends it well and pulls them into a clinch.
>Using his wrestling skills, Cejudo is trying to push Tome up against the ropes.
>Cejudo manages it, and controls Tome up against the ropes.
>Cejudo smothers Tome up against the ropes while using the occasional short sharp punch to the body, keeping him stuck there for well over a full minute.
>Cejudo goes to use some dirty boxing, but Tome is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Cejudo tries to throw an elbow, but Tome takes the opportunity to turn his opponent around so that Cejudo ends up backed against the ropes instead.
>The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.
>Cejudo bobs and weaves.
>Tome steps in closer to force the issue.
>There's a takedown attempt from Tome.
>Tome doesn't get the takedown, Cejudo saw it coming and was equal to it.
>Cejudo counters an errant left jab with a nice jab.
>Cejudo looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Tome tries to counter Cejudo with a right hand, but it only thumps into the gloves.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Tome.
>Cejudo sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>Tome can't get the takedown, Cejudo was too quick to back away.
>Tome throws a left jab but Cejudo avoids it.
>Cejudo is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Tome.
>Cejudo grapples with Tome, who made no attempt to escape.
>Cejudo is looking to muscle Tome back against the ropes.
>Tome ends up backed against the ropes.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Cejudo shows his grappling ability by pinning Tome up against the ropes and keeps him there for the remainder of the round.
>Jose Maria Tome doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2:
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Cejudo throws a barrage of big rights but Tome is quick to move out of range.
>Cejudo looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Tome sees a chance for a takedown attempt, but Cejudo is able to defend it.
>Cejudo keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Tome quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Slowed down by physical tiredness, Tome still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>Cejudo lets Tome get closer.
>Not comfortable in the pocket, Tome steps back and creates some space.
>Cejudo comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket.
>Standing his ground, Tome looks happy to engage Cejudo in the pocket.
>Cejudo looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Tome.
>Tome tries to counter with a takedown, but Cejudo defended it well.
>Jose Maria Tome looks very, very tired.
>There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Tome.
>Cejudo attempts to avoid Tome as he shoots in.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Cejudo avoided Tome.
>Cejudo comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Tome.
>Tome tries to take down Cejudo as he steps in, but he blocks it.
>Henry Cejudo looks very tired out there.
>Tome hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>It seems that Cejudo is happy to let Tome circle for the moment.
>There's a takedown attempt from Cejudo.
>Tome saw the takedown coming, he tries to grab a guillotine.
>Tome is unable to apply the guillotine choke.
>The takedown is successful, Tome pulls guard.
>Jose Maria Tome looks exhausted.
>Cejudo looks to pass guard and get side control.
>Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Cejudo throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
>Cejudo blocks Tome as he tries a transition to guard.
>In side control, Cejudo catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
>Cejudo keeps Tome guessing with a few quick strikes.
>Cejudo blocks Tome as he tries a transition to guard.
>Cejudo fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
>Tome tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
>The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
>A tired-looking Tome approaches, looking for a takedown.
>Cejudo tries to avoid the takedown.
>Tome doesn't get the takedown, Cejudo avoided it.
>Cejudo counters a left jab with a series of quick punches.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Tome hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>Cejudo quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Cejudo, who is visibly tired, looks like he might want to get in close and wrestle with Tome.
>Tome tries to counter with a takedown, but Cejudo defended it well.
>Henry Cejudo looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

>The judges' decisions are now being announced.
>All three judges have given the victory to Cejudo.
>Henry Cejudo wins by unanimous decision and is STILL PURE Flyweight Champion!
>Official Result: Henry Cejudo defeats Jose 'No Chance' Maria Tome (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.

Main Event: PURE Welterweight Championship Bout:
Nick Diaz x © Jorge Santiago

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>Diaz slips out of the way of a body kick.
>Santiago feints to the right, trying to draw Diaz into throwing a strike.
>Santiago slips past a right jab and counters with a body kick.
>A feint sets Santiago up for an inside leg kick, but Diaz evades it.
>A jab misses and Santiago counters with a scything low kick to the legs.
>A nicely executed one-two combination sets up a takedown attempt from Diaz.
>Santiago tries to step away from the takedown.
>Santiago avoids the takedown attempt.
>Santiago tries for a right body kick but Diaz moves out of range.
>Diaz catches an attempted body kick and goes for a takedown, and gets it, into half guard.
>Diaz attempts to kimura Santiago from the top of half guard.
>Santiago doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.
>Santiago tries to sweep Diaz but doesn't get anywhere.
>Diaz throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>Diaz keeps Santiago guessing with a few quick strikes.
>Diaz tries to lock Santiago into an arm triangle.
>Santiago defends it well.
>Santiago tries to sweep Diaz but doesn't get anywhere.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Diaz attempts to arm triangle Santiago from the top of half guard.
>Santiago defends it well.
>Santiago tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Diaz.
>With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
>A nicely executed one-two combination sets up a takedown attempt from Diaz.
>A counter right cross is too slow to catch Diaz.
>The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Santiago is left on his back pulling guard.
>Diaz tries to control Santiago against the ground, but finds it a struggle.
>Santiago tries to sweep Diaz but doesn't get anywhere.
>Diaz pounds away from the guard, but Santiago isn't troubled by the strikes.
>Santiago uses his legs to push Diaz back, and tries to scramble for position.
>As Santiago goes to scramble he leaves a leg in, and Diaz quickly tries to grab it.
>Diaz ends up having to pull guard, unable to secure the leg he wanted.
>Santiago tries to stand up, but can't get free of the guard.
>Securing an arm, Diaz then brings his legs up and tries to lock Santiago in a triangle choke.
>Santiago pulls his arm free before the triangle can be locked in.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Santiago fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
>Diaz pulls Santiago in close and hits a series of short, sharp punches to the side of the head.
>With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Round 2:
>And here we go, round two!
>An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything.
>Diaz chooses to shoot in on Santiago.
>Diaz goes under an attempted counter right hand.
>The takedown is completed, Santiago is on his back and pulls guard.
>Diaz fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
>Santiago attempts to lock on a triangle choke.
>Diaz blocks the attempt.
>In guard, Diaz throws a couple of punches designed to keep Santiago guessing.
>Santiago fights off Diaz as he tries to smother him against the ground.
>Santiago reaches up and tries to lock Diaz in a guillotine.
>Diaz blocks it.
>Jorge Santiago doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Diaz pounds away with elbows, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Santiago is comfortable holding guard.
>Securing an arm, Santiago then brings his legs up and tries to lock Diaz in a triangle choke.
>Diaz blocks the triangle attempt.
>Diaz tries to control Santiago against the ground, but finds it a struggle.
>Santiago tries to pull Diaz in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
>Diaz starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
>Santiago tries to ensnare Diaz in a triangle.
>Diaz blocks the triangle attempt.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
>Diaz chooses to shoot in on Santiago.
>Diaz goes under an attempted counter right hand.
>The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Santiago pulling guard.
>Diaz punches down at Santiago, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>Santiago attempts to lock on a triangle choke.
>Diaz defends well against it.
>Jorge Santiago looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>Diaz looks to get past the guard.
>Santiago comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Diaz in guard.
>Santiago attempts to lock on a triangle choke.
>Diaz blocks the triangle attempt.
>Diaz tries to loosen the guard, possibly thinking about a leglock.
>Santiago stops Diaz from applying it by keeping him tightly in guard.
>Santiago secures an arm and tries to ensnare Diaz in a triangle.
>Diaz blocks the triangle attempt.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Diaz looks to get past the guard.
>He can't find a way past the guard.
>We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

>Here come the official decisions.
>All three judges have agreed that Diaz is the winner.
>So the winner by unanimous decision and NEW PURE Welterweight Champion, Nick Diaz!
>Official Result: Nick Diaz defeats Jorge Santiago (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.

FOTN: Carlos Eduardo Rocha x Brian Melancon
KOTN: Tito Jones
SOTN: Ediene Gomes

Prediction Results-

Jingo: 32-17

AtlantaThrasher: 26-10

CageRage: 48-36

wekka · September 9, 2013

ASURA (The Beauty of Combat) Card Finalized; Live and Free on AXStv!

PURE presents: ASURA (The Beauty of Combat)
@ Bodymaker Colosseum in Osaka, JP

Opening Bout:
Stephanie Frausto (9-7)
x
Jeet Toshi (11-6)

2nd Bout:
Carina Damm (21-10)
x
Lena Ovchynnikova (17-5)

3rd Bout:
Roxanne Modafferi (20-13)
x
Maiju Kujala (9-5)

4th Bout:
Randi Miller (6-1)
x
Ana Michelle Tavares (9-4)

5th Bout:
Kyoko Takabayashi (13-5-1)
x
Lina Eklund (7-3)

6th Bout: Men's Showcase Bout:
Ganjo Tentsuku (16-5-2)
x
Adam Lynn (22-14)

7th Bout:
MEI Yamaguchi (17-7-1)
x
Adrienna Jenkins (18-6)

8th Bout:
Mika Nagano (19-10)
x
Yana Kunitskaya (14-3)

9th Bout:
Tara LaRosa (23-4)
x
Milana Dudieva (16-2)

10th Bout:
Takayo Hashi (17-6)
x
Angela Magana (16-8)

Co-Main Event:
Mizuki Inoue (14-3)
x
Zoila Frausto-Gurgel (14-5)

Main Event: Women's Number One Contender Match:
Naho Sugiyama (18-4)
x
Claudia Gadelha (15-1)

CageRage · September 9, 2013

PURE presents: ASURA (The Beauty of Combat)

@ Bodymaker Colosseum in Osaka, JP

Opening Bout:

Stephanie Frausto (9-7)

x

Jeet Toshi (11-6)

2nd Bout:

Carina Damm (21-10)

x

Lena Ovchynnikova (17-5)

3rd Bout:

Roxanne Modafferi (20-13)

x

Maiju Kujala (9-5)

4th Bout:

Randi Miller (6-1)

x

Ana Michelle Tavares (9-4)

5th Bout:

Kyoko Takabayashi (13-5-1)

x

Lina Eklund (7-3)

6th Bout: Men's Showcase Bout:

Ganjo Tentsuku (16-5-2)

x

Adam Lynn (22-14)

7th Bout:

MEI Yamaguchi (17-7-1)

x

Adrienna Jenkins (18-6)

8th Bout:

Mika Nagano (19-10)

x

Yana Kunitskaya (14-3)

9th Bout:

Tara LaRosa (23-4)

x

Milana Dudieva (16-2)

10th Bout:

Takayo Hashi (17-6)

x

Angela Magana (16-8)

Co-Main Event:

Mizuki Inoue (14-3)

x

Zoila Frausto-Gurgel (14-5)

Main Event: Women's Number One Contender Match:

Naho Sugiyama (18-4)

x

Claudia Gadelha (15-1)

Jingo · September 10, 2013

PURE presents: ASURA (The Beauty of Combat)

@ Bodymaker Colosseum in Osaka, JP

Opening Bout:

Stephanie Frausto (9-7)

x

Jeet Toshi (11-6)

2nd Bout:

Carina Damm (21-10)

x

Lena Ovchynnikova (17-5)

3rd Bout:

Roxanne Modafferi (20-13)

x

Maiju Kujala (9-5)

4th Bout:

Randi Miller (6-1)

x

Ana Michelle Tavares (9-4)

5th Bout:

Kyoko Takabayashi (13-5-1)

x

Lina Eklund (7-3)

6th Bout: Men's Showcase Bout:

Ganjo Tentsuku (16-5-2)

x

Adam Lynn (22-14)

7th Bout:

MEI Yamaguchi (17-7-1)

x

Adrienna Jenkins (18-6)

8th Bout:

Mika Nagano (19-10)

x

Yana Kunitskaya (14-3)

9th Bout:

Tara LaRosa (23-4)

x

Milana Dudieva (16-2)

10th Bout:

Takayo Hashi (17-6)

x

Angela Magana (16-8)

Co-Main Event:

Mizuki Inoue (14-3)

x

Zoila Frausto-Gurgel (14-5)

Main Event: Women's Number One Contender Match:

Naho Sugiyama (18-4)

x

Claudia Gadelha (15-1)

wekka · September 11, 2013

ASURA: The Beauty of Combat @ Bodymaker Colosseum (6,301) http://spnavi.c.yimg.jp/im_sigg.9lKZrUw4LgjMRe7VQSG4w---x600-y600/spnavi/photo/fight/130622_newjapan_9_04.JPG http://upload.enewsworld.net/News/Contents/20120514/41676425.jpg 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: Jeet Toshi x Stephanie Frausto Round 1: >We are underway! >An exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >Having ended up close together from the strikes they threw, a wild exchange of punches begins! >Toshi eats a right cross during the exchange. >Toshi almost falls over as she backs off...that last shot may have genuinely rocked her! >Frausto hits a barrage of big punches on Toshi and knocks her down! >Frausto moves in quickly to try and finish Toshi with stomps and kicks! >Incredibly, Toshi holds on and survives an arsenal of stomps and kicks! >Frausto looks to get on top of Toshi. >Toshi moves quickly, scrambling for position before Frausto can get a hold. >The scramble leaves Toshi on her back pulling half guard. >Frausto keeps Toshi guessing with a few quick strikes. >Frausto begins trying to get her leg free of half guard and get a better position. >She finds herself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt. >Toshi tries to sweep Frausto. >Toshi deeply sweeps Frausto, ending on top in side control. >Toshi pounds away from side control, but Frausto isn't troubled by the strikes. >Frausto tries to move to guard, but Toshi doesn't allow it. >Toshi is trying to move from side control to mount. >Toshi struggles but cannot mount Frausto. >Toshi blocks Frausto as she tries a transition to guard. >Toshi looks to get a mount. >Frausto doesn't let Toshi get the mount, and so she remains at side control. >Frausto tries to move to guard, but Toshi doesn't allow it. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Frausto squirms around, preventing Toshi from connecting fully with a knee strike attempt. >Toshi starts trying to work to use side control as a way to get behind Frausto. >Frausto doesn't give Toshi room to move, and so she remains at side control. >Using an underhook to set it up, Frausto looks to scramble for position. >The scramble results in Toshi being on her back pulling guard. >Frausto throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that she can catch her breath. >Frausto punches down at Toshi, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Toshi brings her legs up and tries to lock Frausto in a triangle choke. >Frausto blocks the attempt. >Frausto throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. >Frausto throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch her breath. >In guard, Frausto begins working to pass to side control. >She can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt. >Toshi applies double underhooks and keeps Frausto from launching any attacks. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. >Round one ends as time expires. Round 2: >And here we go, round two! >Toshi drops her shoulder as a feint, trying to draw a strike. >Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either. >Neither fighter backs away, instead they both choose to start swinging! >Toshi hits the best punch of the exchange, a solid right hand to the jaw. >A left jab misses, Toshi counters with a solid left jab. >An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything. >Slipping past a left jab, Frausto hits a crisp left. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Toshi hits a series of quick punches. >There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage. >Frausto sees a right kick coming and so moves forward to strike with a punch. >Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage. >A left jab misses, Frausto counters with a solid left jab. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Toshi hits a flurry of small strikes. >Frausto dodges a jab, and fires back with a stinging jab. >A left jab misses, giving Frausto the chance to hit back with a punch. >An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage. >Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched. >Toshi is looking to get Frausto in a Muay Thai clinch. >Toshi manages it, and now controls Frausto by the back of the head. >Using the clinch, Toshi hits a vicious knee to the face! Frausto crumples to the ground, out cold! >The winner, by Knock Out; Jeet Toshi! >Official Result: Jeet Toshi defeats Stephanie 'Macaquinha' Frausto (Knock Out (Knee) in 5:04 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>2nd Bout: Lena Ovchynnikova x Carina Damm Round 1: >Round one begins! >There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage. >Damm counters a left jab by using a clean left. >Damm uses a flurry of lefts and rights to get Ovchynnikova to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >The takedown is stuffed, so Damm has to go to settle for pushing Ovchynnikova up against the ropes. >Damm attempts to establish some dominance with her wrestling, but Ovchynnikova is too hard to keep controlled against the ropes. >Ovchynnikova manages to slap on a standing guillotine choke! >Ovchynnikova gets the guillotine sunk in and Damm has to tap! >Lena Ovchynnikova takes the victory by way of submission! >Official Result: 'The Hunter' Lena Ovchynnikova defeats Carina Damm (Submission (Guillotine) in 1:41 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>3rd Bout: Maiju Kujala x Roxanne Modafferi Round 1: >Round one begins! >Stepping in, Modafferi hits Kujala with a flurry of jabs and straight punches. >Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither hits a telling strike. >Kujala takes a jab. >Kujala slips out of the way of a flurry of punches. >Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage. >Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either. >Kujala shoots in for a takedown. >Modafferi tries to step away from the takedown. >The takedown doesn't work, Modafferi saw it coming and got out of range. >Kujala slips out of the way of a jab. >Modafferi counters a left jab with a nice jab. >Kujala comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Modafferi. >Kujala can't get near enough to engage, Modafferi uses strikes to keep her out of range. >Modafferi slips past a left jab and fires back with a vicious leg kick. >We move into the second half of this round. >Kujala just slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes, having been off balance after falling for a feint. >Modafferi does some damage with a barrage of big rights on Kujala. >Modafferi tries for a leg kick but Kujala moves out of range. >Modafferi hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening. >Kujala doesn't press the issue, allowing Modafferi to circle. >A feint puts her off balance, but Kujala is still able to slip out of the way of a body kick. >Kujala steps back to avoid a kick to the body. >A speculative right hand from Kujala doesn't find a home. >Modafferi quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >Kujala avoids a low kick. >Kujala swings wildly to get Modafferi to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Modafferi sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >Kujala can't get the takedown, Modafferi was too quick to back away. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Kujala tries for a left jab but Modafferi moves out of range. >A leg kick misses badly, giving Kujala an opening to score with a left jab to the cheek. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >We are back underway! >Modafferi counters an attempted spinning back fist with a kick to the inside of the left leg. >There's only so many of those strikes to the legs that can be taken before they become an issue. >Modafferi hits a crisp left jab. >Kujala throws a couple of wild punches as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Modafferi tries to avoid the takedown. >Kujala doesn't get the takedown, Modafferi avoided it. >Kujala is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Modafferi. >Strikes from Modafferi keep Kujala from stepping in too close, and she is forced to step back. >Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either. >They wind up in a tight clinch. >Kujala, controlling the grapple with Modafferi, tries to scoop her up for a slam. >She can't get it though, Modafferi defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely. >Kujala sees a right body kick coming, grabs it, shoots in for a takedown, but Modafferi is able to block it. >Kujala comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Modafferi attempts to avoid Kujala as she shoots in. >Modafferi avoids the takedown attempt. >Kujala looks like she might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Modafferi. >Kujala can't get close enough to grapple, Modafferi keeps her away with strikes. >Kujala narrowly misses Modafferi with a right uppercut. >Not letting up, Modafferi quickly steps in closer to attack Kujala. >Roxanne Modafferi is breathing very hard. >An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Modafferi throws a feint. >Kujala throws a couple of wild punches as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Modafferi counters with a right hand that catches Kujala flush, rocking her! >Kujala steps back to avoid a left jab. >Kujala is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Modafferi. >A counter left catches Kujala above the eye. >Roxanne Modafferi looks like she is on the verge of exhaustion. >Kujala grabs a body kick and goes for the takedown, but Modafferi is able to block it. >Maiju Kujala looks very tired out there. >Kujala steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >Not letting up, Modafferi steps in closer to pressure Kujala into action. >Modafferi slips past a left jab and counters with a scything low kick to the legs. >A straight left from Kujala fails to land. >Modafferi presses in closer to attack. >Kujala grabs a slow leg kick and goes straight for a takedown, but Modafferi is able to block it. >Kujala counters a wayward low kick by catching it and shooting in for a takedown, but Modafferi is able to block it. >Maiju Kujala looks very, very tired. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >A tired Kujala moves forward, looking for a takedown. >Kujala can't get past the sprawl of Modafferi, and finds herself pushed face-down to the ground. >Modafferi floats over and takes the back. >Modafferi tries to get the hooks in and lock on a rear naked choke. >Showing excellent defence, Kujala rolls over sharply and ends up on top, held in guard. >The time expires on round two, and that is the end of the fight. >The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions. >All three judges have given the victory to Modafferi. >Making Roxanne Modafferi the winner by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Roxanne Modafferi defeats Maiju 'Maki' Kujala (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: Ana Michelle Tavares x Randi Miller Round 1: >The fight begins! >Miller doesn't get drawn in as Tavares feints a kick. >Tavares steps back to avoid a right jab. >A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Tavares. >Miller sprawls well, and Tavares is forced down to her knees, almost turtled up. >Miller pounds away with lefts, hitting several big shots to the body and side of the head. >Rolled over from turtle position Tavares is left caught in side control. >Miller throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that she can catch her breath. >Tavares attempts to get some separation in order to try to stand, but can't. >Miller throws a few weak-looking punches as she decides on her next move. >Miller unloads with massive elbows from side control, and Tavares is getting destroyed! >The referee is forced to jump in and stop the match! >The winner, by TKO, is Randi Miller! >Official Result: Randi Miller defeats Ana Michelle Tavares (TKO (Strikes) in 3:09 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>5th Bout: Lina Eklund x Kyoko Takabayashi Round 1: >Round one begins! >Takabayashi doesn't get drawn in as Eklund feints a kick. >Takabayashi throws a feint. >Takabayashi steps back to avoid a left jab. >Takabayashi steps back to avoid a flurry of punches after falling for a clever feint. >Eklund looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Takabayashi moves in too, and they start to grapple. >Takabayashi tries to wrestle Eklund backward and up against the ropes. >Takabayashi can't move Eklund at all though, and finds herself being out-wrestled. >Eklund and Takabayashi separate and we're back to a stand-off. >Takabayashi chooses to shoot in on Eklund. >Takabayashi is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until she is on her knees. >Eklund looks to hit a knee strike, but Takabayashi is back up too quickly. >Takabayashi counters a left jab by using a nice jab. >Takabayashi circles as she plans her next move. >Eklund doesn't press the issue, allowing Takabayashi to circle. >Eklund looks like she might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Takabayashi. >Takabayashi counters with a left jab that catches Eklund hard. >Takabayashi chooses to shoot in on Eklund. >Takabayashi is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until she is on her knees. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Eklund prepares to throw a soccer kick to the body, but Takabayashi is able to spring back up and step away. >A jab misses, allowing Eklund to counter-strike with a straight left. >Takabayashi shoots in for a takedown. >Takabayashi can't get the takedown, Eklund defends it well and pulls them into a clinch. >Eklund is trying to push Takabayashi so that her back is up against the ropes. >She does so, and now has Takabayashi pinned to the ropes. >Eklund launches an elbow strike but Takabayashi is ready and uses some wrestling to turn around so that Eklund is the one against the ropes. >Takabayashi tries a foot stomp, but that puts her off balance and allows Eklund to turn her so that she ends up backed against the ropes. >Eklund catches Takabayashi with a knee strike to the thigh. >Eklund tries to hit Takabayashi with an elbow, but Takabayashi takes the opportunity to switch it around so that she is in control and Eklund is the one backed against the ropes. >Takabayashi tries to foot stomp Eklund, but she puts herself off balance and gets turned around against the ropes. >The referee decides that the grappling against the ropes has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. >Both fighters throw strikes at the same time, both miss. >They wind up in a tight clinch. >From the grapple, Takabayashi tries to pick Eklund up on her shoulder for a slam. >Eklund doesn't allow herself to be lifted, and she gets away from Takabayashi. >Eklund throws a looping punch, but Takabayashi avoids it. >Takabayashi steps in to put some pressure on. >Lina Eklund is breathing very hard. >Kyoko Takabayashi is breathing very hard. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Takabayashi throws a couple of jabs, a set up for a tired-looking takedown attempt on Eklund. >Takabayashi goes under an attempted counter right hand. >Takabayashi gets a single leg takedown! Eklund pulls guard off it. >Takabayashi looks to get past the guard. >Takabayashi is too much for Eklund, passing guard and gaining side control. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. Round 2: >And here we go, round two! >A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning. >Takabayashi, who looks drained, throws a couple of slow jabs as cover so that she can go for a takedown. >Eklund attempts to avoid Takabayashi as she shoots in. >Takabayashi can't get the takedown, Eklund was too quick to back away. >A visibly tired Takabayashi is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Eklund. >Takabayashi grabs Eklund and pulls her into a grapple. >Takabayashi is trying to muscle Eklund up against the ropes. >Takabayashi can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple. >Kyoko Takabayashi seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >Using her wrestling skills, Eklund is trying to push Takabayashi up against the ropes. >Takabayashi ends up backed against the ropes. >Lina Eklund looks very, very tired. >Eklund attempts to wrestle Takabayashi to the ground. >Takabayashi tries to hook a guillotine as Eklund goes for the takedown. >Eklund gets the takedown! Takabayashi pulls guard. >Eklund wants to stand up, but cannot get out of guard. >Takabayashi attempts to grab an arm of Eklund from the bottom of the guard. >Takabayashi uses the threat of a kimura to turn Eklund and get side control. >Takabayashi attempts the mount. >Eklund keeps Takabayashi at side control, not letting the mount happen. >Kyoko Takabayashi looks like she is almost out on her feet with exhaustion. >Eklund tries to pull guard on Takabayashi but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. >Lina Eklund looks like she is completely out of gas. >Takabayashi looks to roll Eklund slightly and slip behind. >Takabayashi takes the back, Eklund couldn't stop it. >Takabayashi tries to hook Eklund in a rear naked choke. >Eklund doesn't allow the arm to go under her chin. >Eklund tries to move Takabayashi off her back but can't. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Takabayashi tries to lock Eklund in an armbar. >The armbar is fully applied, Eklund has no option but to tap out! >The winner, by submission; Kyoko Takabayashi! >Official Result: Kyoko Takabayashi defeats Lina 'Lynx' Eklund (Submission (Armbar) in 5:33 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>6th Bout: Men's Showcase: Adam Lynn x Ganjo Tentsuku Round 1: >And here we go! >Tentsuku slips past a left jab and counters with a series of quick punches. >Tentsuku avoids a jab. >Lynn looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Tentsuku. >The two fighters start grappling for control. >Tentsuku attempts to pick Lynn up for a slam. >He can't get it though, Lynn defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely. >Tentsuku doesn't get drawn in as Lynn feints a kick. >Lynn slips past a left jab and fires back with a crisp jab. >An errant jab sets Tentsuku up to counter-strike with a clean jab. >Tentsuku avoids a jab. >Tentsuku comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Lynn sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >Tentsuku doesn't get the takedown, Lynn avoided it. >Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage. >Lynn looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >They start grappling, Tentsuku looks happy to engage Lynn at close quarters. >Clinched with Lynn, Tentsuku looks to try and take him down. >The takedown is successful, Lynn pulls guard. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Tentsuku unloads with some big right hands, but Lynn deals with them comfortably. >Lynn tries to break free and scramble for position, but Tentsuku keeps him trapped. >Lynn is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Tentsuku off of him. >Tentsuku attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. >He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control. >Tentsuku attempts to roll Lynn slightly and take his back. >Lynn tries to escape but only succeeds in giving up his back! >Lynn is in increasing trouble, as Tentsuku gets both hooks in. >Tentsuku, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. >Tentsuku gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Lynn has to tap out! >By submission, the winner is Ganjo Tentsuku! >Official Result: Ganjo Tentsuku defeats Adam Lynn (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:53 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>7th Bout: Adrienna Jenkins x MEI Yamaguchi Round 1: >The fight begins! >Both fighters fire off strikes, but neither does any significant damage. >A wayward low right kick allows V Hajime to hit a stinging left jab. >Jenkins chooses to shoot in on V Hajime. >The takedown is completed, V Hajime is on her back and pulls half guard. >In half guard, Jenkins catches her breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. >Jenkins attempts to arm triangle V Hajime from the top of half guard. >Jenkins gets the arm triangle fully applied! >No! V Hajime manages to break free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked. >V Hajime works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble her way into a better position. >Jenkins seizes the opportunity, V Hajime was too slow and gets caught in side control. >Jenkins attempts to roll V Hajime slightly and take her back. >V Hajime can't stop it and gives up her back! >Jenkins starts hammering away at V Hajime with right hands. >V Hajime is taking lots of shots, and can't seem to find a way out from this position! >The referee gives V Hajime time to do something, but eventually has to come in and stop the fight! >Adrienna Jenkins takes the victory by way of TKO! >Official Result: Adrienna 'AJ' Jenkins defeats Mei 'V Hajime' Yamaguchi (TKO (Strikes) in 3:15 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>8th Bout: Yana Kunitskaya x Mika Nagano Round 1: >Round one begins! >A left jab misses and Kunitskaya counters with a clean jab. >Kunitskaya steps back to avoid a left jab. >They come together and throw strikes, both miss. >Nagano steps back to avoid a flurry of punches. >Kunitskaya tries for a right jab but Nagano moves out of range. >Kunitskaya tries for a leg kick but Nagano moves out of range. >Nagano swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Kunitskaya. >Kunitskaya sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Nagano down to the ground into a type of turtle position. >Kunitskaya pounds away on Nagano, landing several good shots to the side of the head in the process. >Nagano takes a few punches on the way, but manages to get back to standing. >Nagano slips out of the way of a jab. >Kunitskaya tries for a left body kick but Nagano moves out of range. >There's a takedown attempt from Nagano. >Kunitskaya tries to time a counter left hand, but can't get it. >The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Kunitskaya pulling guard. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Nagano tries to control Kunitskaya against the ground, but finds it a struggle. >Kunitskaya, working from the bottom, clips Nagano with an elbow. >Nagano tries to smother Kunitskaya but can't keep control long enough. >Nagano gets pushed away, and ends up standing over Kunitskaya, who is on her back. >In comes Nagano looking to get some form of ground control. >Kunitskaya scoots backward as soon as Nagano comes in, initiating a scramble for position. >Kunitskaya ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble. >Nagano attempts to pass half guard. >She can't quite manage to get past half guard on this attempt. >Kunitskaya uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. >The scramble results in Kunitskaya being on her back pulling guard. >Nagano tries to smother Kunitskaya, but she squirms free. >Kunitskaya raises her legs and tries to get Nagano into a triangle choke. >Nagano pulls free before the triangle can be locked in. >Kunitskaya fights off Nagano as she tries to smother her against the ground. >Kunitskaya tries to ensnare Nagano in a triangle. >Nagano doesn't let Kunitskaya get it. >Nagano is trying to pass guard. >Nagano isn't able to pass guard on this attempt. >Kunitskaya bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Kunitskaya is left turtled up with Nagano behind her. >Kunitskaya gets quickly back to her feet, although Nagano does get back control. >Nagano looks to clamber up Kunitskaya from behind and apply a choke of some kind. >Kunitskaya realises that Nagano has gone too high on the choke, and sends her to the ground with a throw. >Breathing very hard, Yana Kunitskaya is looking ragged. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >Kunitskaya explodes on Nagano with a barrage of big left hands. >That shot looks like it may have damaged her own hand. >If the hand is broken, her job just got a lot tougher. >Nagano backs off quickly, I think that last shot really shook her! >Nagano gets hit with a barrage of big left hands that put her down! >Nagano shakes off the cobwebs quickly though, and is alert. >Kunitskaya tries to come in and secure a ground position. >Nagano is unable to prevent Kunitskaya from getting side control. >In side control, Kunitskaya catches her breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. >Nagano uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. >Mika Nagano looks very tired out there. >The scramble results in Kunitskaya being on her back pulling guard. >Yana Kunitskaya looks very, very tired. >Nagano attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. >Kunitskaya keeps Nagano in guard. >Securing an arm, Kunitskaya then brings her legs up and tries to lock Nagano in a triangle choke. >Nagano blocks the triangle attempt. >Nagano starts trying to work to get past the guard. >Kunitskaya is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Nagano firmly in guard. >Kunitskaya attempts to lock on a triangle choke. >Nagano blocks the triangle attempt. >Nagano throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. >Nagano begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >Nagano isn't able to pass guard on this attempt. >Mika Nagano looks like she is on the verge of exhaustion. >Kunitskaya gets the double underhooks in and pulls Nagano close, controlling her well. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. >Despite being tired, Nagano looks like she wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Kunitskaya. >Backing off, Kunitskaya makes sure to keep out of range. >Despite being tired, Nagano looks like she wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Kunitskaya. >Kunitskaya uses her strikes to stop Nagano from getting too close. >Nagano circles, looking for an opening. >Kunitskaya comes in closer to press the issue. >Nagano avoids a couple of wild punches and hits a left. >Yana Kunitskaya looks totally gassed. >Slowly moving in closer, a ragged-looking Kunitskaya wants to wrestle Nagano. >Nagano ends up grappling for supremacy with Kunitskaya. >The grapple breaks up after a short struggle, and the two fighters step apart. >A straight left by Nagano keeps Kunitskaya from advancing. >Kunitskaya steps in to put some pressure on. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Nagano avoids a jab and scores with a jab. >Nagano misses with an attempted right hook to the body. >Not letting up, Kunitskaya steps in closer to pressure Nagano into action. >The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. >The judges' decisions are now being announced. >All three judges have given Kunitskaya the win. >Making Yana Kunitskaya the winner by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Yana Kunitskaya defeats Mika 'Future Princess' Nagano (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>9th Bout: Milana Dudieva x Tara LaRosa Round 1: >The fight begins! >Larosa grabs a slow leg kick and goes straight for a takedown, down goes Dudieva! She pulls guard though. >Larosa pounds away from the guard, but Dudieva isn't troubled by the strikes. >Dudieva throws out some punches, but Larosa leans back to avoid them. >Larosa pounds away with right hands, but Dudieva keeps her far enough away that no damage is done. >The attack does see Larosa get pushed away though, right out of guard, and is now standing. >Dudieva is hit with a sharp stomp! >Larosa tries to come in and secure a ground position. >Dudieva tries to get free, but Larosa is able to secure side control. >In side control, Larosa catches her breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. >Larosa blocks an attempt to pull guard. >Larosa hits a knee strike to the ribs. >In side control, Larosa throws a couple of punches designed to keep Dudieva guessing. >Larosa hits a knee strike to the ribs. >Larosa hits a knee strike to the ribs. >Larosa attempts an armbar. >Dudieva gets caught by the armbar, and it's deep enough that she has to tap! >Tara Larosa takes the victory by way of submission! >Official Result: Tara Larosa defeats Milana Dudieva (Submission (Armbar) in 3:50 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>10th Bout: Angela Magana x Takayo Hashi Round 1: >The fight begins! >Advancing, Magana counters a left jab by using a straight left. >Magana counters a left jab by hitting a stinging left jab. >Hashi avoids a flurry of rights and lefts. >Magana throws a looping punch, but Hashi avoids it. >Hashi quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >Hashi comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that she can shoot in. >Magana tries to avoid Hashi. >Hashi can't get the takedown, Magana was too quick to back away. >Hashi looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >She pulls Magana into a grapple. >Hashi attempts to wrestle Magana to the ground. >She has the takedown! Magana pulls guard. >Hashi begins trying to pass the guard. >She can't get free of the guard. >Using her leg strength, Magana pushes Hashi away, where she stands. >Hashi tries to secure a ground position. >Hashi can't hold Magana down and a scramble starts. >Neither fighter can gain an advantage in the scramble, and they both end up on their feet. >Hashi steps back to avoid a flurry of punches. >Hashi counters a left jab with a solid left jab. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Hashi slips out of the way of a jab. >Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either. >Hashi steps back to avoid a flurry of punches. >Magana circles as she plans her next move. >Hashi doesn't let Magana settle, stepping in closer to impose herself. >Magana moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a series of quick punches. >Hashi chooses to shoot in on Magana. >Magana tries to avoid the takedown. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Magana avoided Hashi. >Magana slams a crisp right into the gloves of Hashi, but can't follow up. >Hashi steps in to put some pressure on. >A left jab misses and Hashi strikes back with a jab. >Magana glances a strike off the side of the shoulder. >Hashi comes in closer to press the issue. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Hashi. >A counter right cross is too slow to catch Hashi. >The takedown is successful, Magana pulls guard. >Magana is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Hashi off of her. >Hashi tries to pass the guard. >Magana comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Hashi in guard. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >Between rounds we could hear the corner of Magana telling her to swing for the fences. >Magana tries for a right high kick but Hashi moves out of range. >Hashi avoids a high right kick and scores with a solid left. >Magana tries for a left jab but Hashi moves out of range. >Magana tries for a left jab but Hashi moves out of range. >Breathing very hard, Angela Magana is looking ragged. >Hashi counters a wayward left jab with a flurry of quick punches to sting Magana. >Hashi shoots in for a takedown. >Magana tries to time a counter right hand, but can't get it. >The takedown is completed, Magana is on her back and pulls half guard. >Hashi looks to get past the half guard. >She gets past half guard, gaining side control. >Hashi attempts to move to mount. >Hashi isn't able to mount Magana this time around. >Hashi blocks Magana as she tries a transition to guard. >Hashi attempts an armbar. >An armbar is applied, Magana is trapped! >Shockingly, Hashi loses it! Magana pops her arm free, and has somehow survived! >Magana tries to move to guard, but Hashi doesn't allow it. >Hashi starts trying to work to use side control as a way to get behind Magana. >She shows excellent control to move Magana over and take her back. >We move into the second half of this round. >Magana is in increasing trouble, as Hashi gets both hooks in. >With both hooks in, Hashi tries to flatten Magana out for the rear naked choke. >Magana gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, she has to tap! >Takayo Hashi takes the win by submission! >Official Result: Takayo Hashi defeats Angela Magana (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 5:48 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>Co-Main Event: Zoila Frausto-Gurgel x Mizuki Inoue Round 1: >The fight begins! >Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either. >Gurgel looks like she might be trying to get in close to clinch with Mizuki. >Mizuki uses her strikes to stop Gurgel from getting close enough to clinch. >An errant jab sets Mizuki up to counter-strike with some big right hands! >Mizuki manages to avoid a nice combination and counters with a well timed counter-punch that lands right on the button, knocking Gurgel down! >Gurgel, stunned, manages to pull half guard on Mizuki as she dives in. >Mizuki tries to stand up, but can't get free of half guard. >Using an underhook to set it up, Gurgel looks to scramble for position. >Mizuki ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble. >Gurgel attempts an americana. >Gurgel gets the americana fully applied and Mizuki has to tap out! >The winner, by submission; Zoila Gurgel! >Official Result: Zoila 'The Warrior Princess' Gurgel defeats Mizuki Inoue (Submission (Americana) in 3:25 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>Main Event: Women's Number One Contender Match: Claudia Gadelha x Naho Sugiyama Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >After a flurry of punches miss, Sugiyama is able to strike back with a crisp left hand punch. >Gadelha avoids a jab. >Sugiyama is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Gadelha. >Sugiyama grapples with Gadelha, who made no attempt to escape. >Gadelha looks for a trip takedown. >She has the takedown! Sugiyama pulls guard. >Time slips away as Gadelha successfully keeps Sugiyama stuck against the ground. >Gadelha starts trying to work to get past the guard. >Sugiyama can't do anything about the pass, and is left under side control. >Gadelha attempts an armbar. >Gadelha gets an armbar and applies pressure to the arm, Sugiyama is in huge trouble! >Shockingly, Gadelha loses it! Sugiyama pops her arm free, and has somehow survived! >Sugiyama tries to move to guard, but Gadelha doesn't allow it. >Gadelha tries to lock Sugiyama in an arm triangle. >The arm triangle is locked in tight, but Sugiyama refuses to tap out! >Gadelha loses the hold! Somehow Sugiyama got herself free. That was incredibly close to a finish though. >Sugiyama tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. >Gadelha tries to slip behind and take the back. >Gadelha takes the back, Sugiyama could do nothing about it. >Gadelha attempts an armbar. >Sugiyama pulls free of the armbar attempt, leaving Gadelha lying flat, easily secured in side control. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Sugiyama lets go of side control and stands up, then backs off, wanting the fight standing. >A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate. >Moving in closer, Gadelha looks like she wants to strike from the pocket. >Gadelha can't get near enough to engage, Sugiyama uses strikes to keep her out of range. >A left hand misses, allowing Gadelha to counter with a series of quick punches. >A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate. >From the missed strikes they clinch. >Gadelha is looking to muscle Sugiyama back against the ropes. >Gadelha does it, Sugiyama is stuck with her back to the ropes. >Gadelha attempts to wrestle Sugiyama to the ground. >Sugiyama blocks the takedown attempt and turns Gadelha around so that she has her back to the ropes. >Sugiyama tries to throw a knee strike from the clinch, but Gadelha takes the opportunity to turn her opponent around so that Sugiyama ends up backed against the ropes instead. >Gadelha attempts to wrestle Sugiyama to the ground. >She has the takedown! Sugiyama pulls half guard. >Gadelha looks to pass half guard and get side control. >Gadelha isn't able to pass from half guard thanks to the tenacious defence of Sugiyama. >Gadelha blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Gadelha punches down at Sugiyama, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Round one ends as time expires. Round 2: >We are back underway! >Sugiyama counters a flurry of punches by hitting a couple of hard right hands! >Sugiyama throws a barrage of big punches but Gadelha covers up well. >Sugiyama slips past a flurry of rights and lefts and hits a series of hard rights! >Claudia Gadelha looks very tired out there. >Sugiyama throws a left jab but Gadelha uses good head movement to make sure it slips by. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Gadelha hits a left hook to the body. >Gadelha slips past a jab and scores with a series of quick punches. >Sugiyama uses head movement to dodge a punch, then strikes back with a nice jab. >Sugiyama gets hit with a crisp jab to the jaw, rocking her head back. >Sugiyama uses head movement to avoid a left jab. >Sugiyama backs away to create some more space. >Sugiyama catches Gadelha with a barrage of punches, although only a couple landed properly. >Using head movement, Gadelha slips past a left jab and counters with a sequence of quick punches. >From the pocket, Gadelha hits a flurry of punches on Sugiyama. >Sugiyama steps back just in time to avoid a wild swing. >Slipping past a flurry of punches, Sugiyama counters with a barrage of big punches on Gadelha! >Sugiyama slips past a straight punch and then hits a barrage of big rights! >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Gadelha might be in real trouble here, she is backing off but looks really unsteady on her feet! >Sugiyama tries to finish her off with a huge right hook, but just misses. >Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt. >From the pocket, a tired-looking Gadelha shoots in for a double leg. >Sugiyama tries to time a counter right hand, but can't get it. >The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Sugiyama is left on her back pulling guard. >From the looks of things, I don't think Claudia Gadelha has much energy left. >Gadelha begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >Advancing her position, she passes to half guard. >Gadelha tries to ensnare Sugiyama in a kimura. >Sugiyama defends herself well and is in no danger. >Sugiyama reaches over and tries to lock Gadelha in a guillotine. >Gadelha pulls free before the guillotine can be applied. >Naho Sugiyama is breathing very hard. >Gadelha is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. >Sugiyama comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Gadelha in half guard. >Sugiyama attempts to grab an arm of Gadelha from the bottom of half guard. >Gadelha doesn't let her arm get taken. >Gadelha tries to ensnare Sugiyama in an arm triangle. >The arm triangle is fully applied, Sugiyama is in deep trouble but is still trying to fight free! >Shockingly, Gadelha loses it! Sugiyama pops her head free, and has somehow survived! >Sugiyama attempts a guillotine choke from the bottom of half guard. >Sugiyama gets a guillotine but cannot get Gadelha to tap out! >Sugiyama must not have it totally sunk in. >The guillotine is finally released, Sugiyama may have gassed her arms trying to force the tap out. >Claudia Gadelha looks like she is completely out of gas. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Gadelha begins trying to pass the guard. >She can't get free of the guard. >Sugiyama tries to sweep Gadelha but doesn't get anywhere. >Naho Sugiyama looks very, very tired. >The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. >The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced. >All three judges have Gadelha down as the winner. >Gadelha wins by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Claudia Gadelha defeats Naho 'Sugi Rock' Sugiyama (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>FOTN: Jeet Toshi x Stephanie Frausto KOTN: Jeet Toshi SOTN: Lena Ovchynnikova</div></blockquote> Prediction Results- Jingo: 41-20 CageRage: 57-39 AtlantaThrasher: 26-10

wekka · September 11, 2013

PURE 66th 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 66th Battle @ Mineirinho Arena in Belo Horizonte, BRA AXStv Preliminary Card: First Encounter: Dileno Lopes (15-4) x Nam Jin Jo (12-9) Second Encounter: Leandro Higo (19-4) x Mahmood Besharate (18-5) Third Encounter: Francimar Barroso (16-7) x Mathias Schuck (13-5) Fourth Encounter: Ewerton Teixeira (7-1) x Geronimo dos Santos (40-19) PPV Main Card: Opening Bout: Popo Bezerra (22-4) x Fabricio Guerreiro (23-3) 2nd Bout: Diego Nunes (22-5) x Antonio Carvalho (20-8) 3rd Bout: Thales Leites (25-5) x Vitor Vianna (17-5-1) 4th Bout: Luciano Azevedo (22-10-1) x Kamal Shalorus (10-5-2) 5th Bout: Lightweight Number One Contender Match: Vitor Ribeiro (23-5) x Leonardo Santos (16-4) 6th Bout: Ricardo Arona (22-7) x Roger Hollett (16-8) Co-Main Event: Welterweight Number One Contender Match: Andre Galvao (10-3) x Gunnar Nelson (18-2-1) Main Event: PURE Women's Championship Bout: © Cris Cyborg (19-2) x Gina Carano (9-1) </div></blockquote>

CageRage · September 11, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 66th Battle

@ Mineirinho Arena in Belo Horizonte, BRA

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Dileno Lopes (15-4)

x

Nam Jin Jo (12-9)

Second Encounter:

Leandro Higo (19-4)

x

Mahmood Besharate (18-5)

Third Encounter:

Francimar Barroso (16-7)

x

Mathias Schuck (13-5)

Fourth Encounter:

Ewerton Teixeira (7-1)

x

Geronimo dos Santos (40-19)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Popo Bezerra (22-4)

x

Fabricio Guerreiro (23-3)

2nd Bout:

Diego Nunes (22-5)

x

Antonio Carvalho (20-8)

3rd Bout:

Thales Leites (25-5)

x

Vitor Vianna (17-5-1)

4th Bout:

Luciano Azevedo (22-10-1)

x

Kamal Shalorus (10-5-2)

5th Bout: Lightweight Number One Contender Match:

Vitor Ribeiro (23-5)

x

Leonardo Santos (16-4)

6th Bout:

Ricardo Arona (22-7)

x

Roger Hollett (16-8)

Co-Main Event: Welterweight Number One Contender Match:

Andre Galvao (10-3)

x

Gunnar Nelson (18-2-1)

Main Event: PURE Women's Championship Bout:

x

Gina Carano (9-1)

Jingo · September 13, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 66th Battle

@ Mineirinho Arena in Belo Horizonte, BRA

AXStv Preliminary Card:

First Encounter:

Dileno Lopes (15-4)

x

Nam Jin Jo (12-9)

Second Encounter:

Leandro Higo (19-4)

x

Mahmood Besharate (18-5)

Third Encounter:

Francimar Barroso (16-7)

x

Mathias Schuck (13-5)

Fourth Encounter:

Ewerton Teixeira (7-1)

x

Geronimo dos Santos (40-19)

PPV Main Card:

Opening Bout:

Popo Bezerra (22-4)

x

Fabricio Guerreiro (23-3)

2nd Bout:

Diego Nunes (22-5)

x

Antonio Carvalho (20-8)

3rd Bout:

Thales Leites (25-5)

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Vitor Vianna (17-5-1)

4th Bout:

Luciano Azevedo (22-10-1)

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Kamal Shalorus (10-5-2)

5th Bout: Lightweight Number One Contender Match:

Vitor Ribeiro (23-5)

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Leonardo Santos (16-4)

6th Bout:

Ricardo Arona (22-7)

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Roger Hollett (16-8)

Co-Main Event: Welterweight Number One Contender Match:

Andre Galvao (10-3)

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Gunnar Nelson (18-2-1)

Main Event: PURE Women's Championship Bout:

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Gina Carano (9-1)

wekka · September 16, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships 66th Battle @ Mineirinho Arena (16,382) http://www.bemparana.com.br/mma/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/mineirinho.jpg http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2544/3822092142_377635a43a_z.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: Nam Jin Jo x Dileno Lopes Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >An exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >Stepping back, Jo creates a bit of distance. >Jo counters a left jab by hitting a nice left hand. >Jo slips past a left jab and fires back with a straight left. >Lopes throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Jo. >Jo stuffs the takedown, so Lopes has to settle for pushing him up against the ropes. >Jo waits for Lopes to try some dirty boxing, then quickly uses wrestling to turn him around so that he now has his back to the ropes. >Jo catches Lopes with a knee strike to the thigh. >Jo drives a knee to the thigh area. >Jo drives a knee to the thigh area. >Jo breaks the grapple and prepares to launch some strikes at Lopes. >Lopes lets a jab sail wide and counter-strikes with a solid punch. >Good head movement allows Lopes to roll past an attempted knock out punch and counter with a flurry of quick punches. >Slipping past the blow, Lopes counters an attempted knock out punch with a crisp left jab. >A left jab misses, Lopes counters with a great hook to the body, knocking Jo down! >Lopes senses victory and starts to unload with punches! >Lopes fires away with punches, Jo is getting pounded. >Unless he finds a way out of this position soon, Jo is going to lose this fight! >The referee pulls Lopes away, stopping the match! >The winner, by TKO; Dileno Lopes! >Official Result: Dileno Lopes defeats Nam Jin Jo (TKO (Strikes) in 4:02 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>Second Encounter: Mahmood Besharate x Leandro Higo Round 1: >Round one begins! >A flurry of rights and lefts miss, allowing Besharate to hit back with a kick to the inside of the left thigh. >An attempted inside leg kick misses, giving Hygo the opportunity to counter with a solid left jab. >Hygo slips past a left jab and counters with a quick series of punches. >Besharate comes in closer, looking to clinch with Hygo. >Hygo tries to catch him by surprise with a takedown attempt, but it is blocked. >Hygo comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Besharate stuffs the takedown attempt and then pulls Hygo into a clinch. >Besharate and Hygo separate and we're back to a stand-off. >Besharate counters a left jab by using a left jab to the cheek. >Besharate looks like he might be trying to get in close to clinch with Hygo. >Hygo tries to catch him by surprise with a takedown attempt, but it is blocked. >A straight left from Hygo fails to land. >It seems that Besharate is happy to let Hygo circle for the moment. >Besharate hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening. >Hygo quickly gets in closer, looking to attack. >Hygo looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Hygo is in the pocket, ready to attack Besharate. >We move into the second half of this round. >Hygo shoots in, looking for a close range double leg. >Hygo can't get the takedown, Besharate defends it well and pulls them into a clinch. >Besharate and Hygo break the grapple and are apart again, circling. >Hygo counters a left jab by using a flurry of quick punches. >Besharate feints stepping in. >Besharate throws out a quick left jab. >Not letting up, Hygo steps in closer to pressure Besharate into action. >A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Hygo. >The takedown is stuffed, so Hygo has to go to settle for pushing Besharate up against the ropes. >With the ropes trapping Besharate, Hygo looks to try and take him down. >Besharate will not go down, he blocks the takedown despite the best efforts of Hygo. >Hygo loses control of Besharate, who circles out and returns to the center. >Besharate throws a spinning back fist but Hygo avoids it. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Besharate looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Not wanting to get too close, Hygo uses strikes to keep Besharate at a distance. >Round one ends as time expires. Round 2: >Round two begins! >An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage. >Hygo throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Besharate. >Besharate sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >Hygo can't get the takedown, Besharate was too quick to back away. >Moving in closer, Hygo looks like he may want to wrestle Besharate. >Besharate ends up grappling for supremacy with Hygo. >Hygo, controlling the grapple with Besharate, tries to scoop him up for a slam. >Besharate defends it well though, and slips away from Hygo. >Breathing very hard, Leandro Hygo is looking ragged. >A tired-looking Hygo approaches, looking for a takedown. >Besharate tries to avoid Hygo. >The takedown doesn't work, Besharate saw it coming and got out of range. >Hygo avoids a jab. >Besharate looks like he might be trying to get in close to clinch with Hygo. >Hygo fires off a big right hand first, but the impact is taken by the gloves of Besharate. >Hygo, who is visibly tired, looks like he might want to get in close and wrestle with Besharate. >Besharate ends up grappling for supremacy with Hygo. >Hygo attempts to wrestle Besharate to the ground. >Besharate blocks the takedown attempt. >From the looks of things, I don't think Leandro Hygo has much energy left. >Besharate turns Hygo slightly, creating enough space so that he can break free of the grapple. >Hygo throws a wild and sloppy right hand as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown. >Hygo can't get the takedown, Besharate defends it well and pulls them into a clinch. >Breathing very hard, Mahmood Besharate is looking ragged. >Using his wrestling skills, Besharate is trying to push Hygo up against the ropes. >Besharate manages it, and controls Hygo up against the ropes. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Besharate pins Hygo up against the ropes and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. >Leandro Hygo looks like he is completely out of gas. >Besharate steps back to achieve some separation from Hygo and gets ready to strike. >Besharate lands a crisp jab. >Using head movement, Hygo slips past a left jab and counters with a clean left jab. >Hygo throws a wild right hand, but Besharate covers up and absorbs the strike. >A tired Hygo shoots in, looking for a close range double leg. >A good sprawl stops the takedown, and Hygo is brought down to the mat in a loose front facelock. >Turtled up, Hygo can do nothing about giving up his back. >Besharate tries to get the hooks in and lock on a rear naked choke. >Hygo defends the submission attempt well, and is in no danger at any point. >From the looks of things, I don't think Mahmood Besharate has much energy left. >Besharate rolls Hygo out of turtle position and into side control. >Besharate relinquishes side control, stands and backs off, wanting the fight to continue standing. >Besharate bobs and weaves. >Hygo presses in closer to attack. >There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Hygo. >Besharate tries to step away from the takedown. >Hygo doesn't get the takedown, Besharate avoided it. >Although visibly tired, Hygo looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Besharate now has Hygo standing in the pocket. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Hygo tries for a left jab but Besharate uses head movement to avoid it. >Not comfortable in the pocket, Hygo steps back and creates some space. >Although visibly tired, Hygo looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Hygo is now standing in the pocket. >From the pocket, a tired-looking Hygo shoots in for a double leg. >Besharate sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Hygo down to the ground into a type of turtle position. >The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. >The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced. >All three judges have agreed that Besharate is the winner. >Making Mahmood 'Persian Pride' Besharate the winner by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Mahmood 'Persian Pride' Besharate defeats Leandro 'Pitbull' Hygo (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>Third Encounter: Mathias Schuck x Francimar Barroso Round 1: >And here we go! >Schuck avoids a spinning back fist attempt. >Schuck counters a wayward left jab with a kick to the body. >Bodao looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Schuck. >Bodao grabs Schuck and pulls him into a grapple. >Using his wrestling skills, Bodao is trying to push Schuck up against the ropes. >Bodao manages it, and controls Schuck up against the ropes. >Bodao catches Schuck with a knee strike to the thigh. >Smothered against the ropes, Schuck is stuck there, unable to do anything, for roughly sixty seconds. >Bodao drives a knee to the thigh area. >Bodao smothers Schuck up against the ropes while using the occasional short sharp punch to the body, keeping him stuck there for a full minute. >The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. >Schuck comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >He gets into range. >Schuck scores with a flurry of quick lefts. >A left jab misses, Schuck counters with a kick to the inside of the left leg. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Working from the pocket, Schuck stings Bodao with a kick to the thigh. >Strikes to the leg like that will take their toll. >Standing in the pocket, Bodao catches an attempted body kick and goes for a takedown, down goes Schuck! He pulls guard though. >Schuck fights off Bodao as he tries to smother him against the ground. >Schuck raises his legs and tries to get Bodao into a triangle choke. >Bodao blocks the attempt. >Bodao throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. >Bodao gets pushed back thanks to a butterfly guard, and stands, looking down at Schuck who remains on his back. >Bodao tries to secure a ground position. >Bodao can't hold Schuck down and a scramble starts. >Neither fighter manages to impose himself in the scramble, and they both end up standing. >Francimar Barroso is breathing very hard. >A visibly tired Bodao is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Schuck. >Not wanting to grapple, Schuck uses strikes to keep Bodao at a distance. >Schuck looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Bodao tries to single leg Schuck as he steps in, but he is too quick to step away. >Moving in closer, Schuck looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Bodao tries to single leg Schuck as he steps in, but he is too quick to step away. >Francimar Barroso looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Looking tired, Bodao comes in closer, attempting to wrestle with Schuck. >Schuck uses his strikes to stop Bodao from getting close enough to grapple. >Breathing very hard, Mathias Schuck is looking ragged. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Schuck stings Bodao with a series of quick lefts. >Schuck throws three punches in quick succession, but Bodao was out of range. >Bodao steps in to put some pressure on. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. Round 2: >Round two begins! >Between rounds we could hear the corner of Schuck telling him to lure Bodao in and catch him on the counter. >A jab misses and Bodao counters with a solid left. >Bodao throws a couple of jabs, a set up for a tired-looking takedown attempt on Schuck. >Schuck strikes first and manages to rock Bodao with a solid right hand! >Bodao counters a flurry of punches with a solid left jab. >Schuck counters a left jab by hitting a clean jab. >Bodao, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown. >Bodao walks into a big left jab, landing right on the cheek. >Slowed down by physical tiredness, Schuck still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Bodao catches the advancing Schuck by surprise with a takedown. >From the looks of things, I don't think Mathias Schuck has much energy left. >In guard, Bodao begins working to pass to side control. >He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt. >Francimar Barroso looks like he is completely out of gas. >Schuck grabs hold of an arm and attempts a triangle choke on Bodao from the bottom of the guard. >Bodao doesn't let Schuck get it. >Bodao looks to get past the guard. >He can't find a way past the guard. >Schuck tries to smother Bodao by holding him, but can't keep control. >Bodao attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. >Schuck keeps his guard secure. >Schuck attempts a triangle choke on Bodao from the bottom of the guard. >Bodao doesn't let Schuck get it. >We move into the second half of this round. >Bodao attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. >He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt. >Schuck attempts to lock on a triangle choke. >Bodao defends well against it. >With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. >After a flurry of punches miss, Bodao is able to strike back with a solid left. >Mathias Schuck looks exhausted. >A visibly tired Bodao is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Schuck. >Schuck uses his strikes to stop Bodao from getting close enough to grapple. >Slowly moving in closer, a ragged-looking Bodao wants to wrestle Schuck. >Schuck finds himself pulled into a grappling contest. >Bodao uses underhooks to gain solid control, and is looking for a takedown. >A sweep of the legs is successful, Schuck has to pull guard. >Bodao attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. >He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt. >Schuck works some separation, and Bodao ends up standing looking down at him. >We're into the final minute of the round. >In comes Bodao looking to get some form of ground control. >Schuck is too quick, slipping away from Bodao and starting to scramble. >The scramble fails to secure either fighter a dominant position, and they both end up standing. >Time runs out and that's the end of the fight. >Here come the official decisions. >All three judges have given the victory to Schuck. >Schuck wins by unanimous decision! >Official Result: Mathias Schuck defeats 'Bodao' Francimar Barroso (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>Fourth Encounter: Geronimo dos Santos x Ewerton Teixieira Round 1: >And here we go! >Mondragon slips out of the way of a leg kick. >Mondragon feints throwing a jab. >A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Teixeira to fire back with a series of heavy punches, each one landing hard on Mondragon who is desperately trying to cover up! >Mondragon gets knocked down and Teixeira keeps up the pressure with punch after punch! >The referee is forced to jump in and stop the match! >The winner, by TKO; Ewerton Teixeira! >Official Result: Ewerton Teixeira defeats 'Mondragon' Geronimo Dos Santos (TKO (Strikes) in 1:08 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: Fabricio Guerreiro x Popo Bezerra Round 1: >The fight begins! >Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage. >Bezerra counters an errant left jab with a nasty-looking kick to the inside of the left knee. >Bezerra chooses to shoot in on Guerreiro. >The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. >Bezerra attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position. >Guerreiro keeps his half guard secure. >Guerreiro reaches over and tries to lock up an arm. >A kimura is fully applied, Bezerra is in huge trouble! >No! Bezerra manages to get his arm free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked. >Bezerra throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. >Guerreiro tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Bezerra. >Bezerra tries to pass the half guard. >Guerreiro doesn't let Bezerra get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place. >Guerreiro takes the opportunity to transition from half guard to full guard. >The clock runs down as Guerreiro is being smothered against the ground by Bezerra. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Bezerra attempts to pass guard. >Bezerra passes to half guard. >Bezerra attempts an arm triangle. >Guerreiro defends himself well and is in no danger. >Bezerra blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. >Bezerra attempts to pass half guard. >He can't find a way past half guard. >Guerreiro tries to sweep Bezerra but can't do it. >Bezerra attempts an arm triangle. >Guerreiro defends himself well and is in no danger. >Guerreiro skillfully moves to full guard. >The clock runs down as Guerreiro is being smothered against the ground by Bezerra. >Bezerra fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Bezerra looks to get past the guard. >Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control. >Bezerra attempts to armbar Guerreiro from side control. >Guerreiro doesn't allow the armbar to be applied. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. >That was a bit of a snoozer, hopefully the next round brings a little more action. Round 2: >We are back underway! >It sounded like his corner told Bezerra to attempt to get Guerreiro to the floor in this round. >Guerreiro throws a left jab but Bezerra avoids it. >Bezerra tries for a left jab but Guerreiro moves out of range. >Guerreiro shoots in for a takedown. >Bezerra tries to hook a guillotine as Guerreiro comes in. >Bezerra is unable to apply the guillotine choke. >He uses a single leg! Bezerra is too quick though, and as soon as he hits the ground he spins away, getting back to his feet. >Guerreiro uses a right hook to the body, but misses. >Bezerra steps in to put some pressure on. >Bezerra shoots in for a takedown. >Guerreiro won't go down from the takedown attempt, but can't do anything about being pushed up against the ropes. >Bezerra has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Guerreiro down. >Guerreiro stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple and put Bezerra against the ropes. >Guerreiro attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Bezerra to the ground. >Bezerra is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull guard! >Looking to catch his breath, Guerreiro is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. >Guerreiro attempts to pass guard. >Bezerra keeps Guerreiro in guard. >Bezerra attempts a triangle choke on Guerreiro from the bottom of the guard. >Guerreiro pulls free before the triangle can be locked in. >Alexandre Bezerra is breathing very hard. >Guerreiro begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt. >Bezerra tries to sweep Guerreiro. >The sweep works, but only results in both fighters ending up scrambling back to their feet. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Guerreiro shoots in for a takedown. >It looks like Bezerra is trying to grab a guillotine. >The takedown is too fast, Bezerra cannot grab the guillotine. >The takedown is completed, it was a single leg but Bezerra is on his back less than a few seconds; spinning out and away, he quickly gets back up. >Guerreiro throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage. >Bezerra doesn't press the issue, allowing Guerreiro to circle. >Fabricio Costa da Silva is breathing very hard. >A leg kick misses badly, giving Guerreiro an opening to score with a solid left. >Guerreiro chooses to move forward and try to take Bezerra down. >The takedown is blocked with a sprawl! Bezerra has Guerreiro at close quarters and wrestles him to the floor, finishing in his half guard. >Alexandre Bezerra looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. >Bezerra begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. >He can't get free of half guard. >Guerreiro tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of half guard. >A kimura is fully applied, Bezerra is in huge trouble! >Shockingly, Guerreiro loses it! Bezerra pops his arm free, and has somehow survived! >Bezerra attempts an arm triangle. >Bezerra gets the arm triangle fully applied! >No! He breaks free. That was really close. >Guerreiro reaches over and tries to lock up an arm. >Guerreiro gets an armbar fully applied and forces the tap out! >By submission, the winner is Fabricio Costa da Silva! >Official Result: Fabricio 'Guerreiro' Costa da Silva defeats Alexandre 'Popo' Bezerra (Submission (Armbar) in 9:47 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>2nd Bout: Antonio Carvalho x Diego Nunes Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Carvalho avoids a flurry of rights and lefts and hits a straight left. >Carvalho avoids a spinning back fist and scores with a left. >Carvalho uses a smart combination to get Nunes to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Nunes attempts to avoid Carvalho as he shoots in. >The takedown doesn't work, Nunes saw it coming and got out of range. >Nunes comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Carvalho tries to single leg Nunes as he steps in, but he is too quick to step away. >Nunes counters a left jab with a left. >Carvalho comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Nunes attempts to avoid Carvalho as he shoots in. >Nunes avoids the takedown attempt. >Carvalho avoids a flurry of punches. >Moving forward, Nunes counters a left jab with a jab. >Moving in closer, Nunes looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >The two fighters move closer, ready to strike. >Carvalho comes in, looking for a quick double leg takedown from close range. >Carvalho gets caught with a right cross though, and his wobbly legs can't support him...down he goes! >Nunes doesn't have time to capitalise though, as Carvalho recovers his wits quickly. >Nunes throws a bomb, but it misses and he can do nothing to stop Carvalho getting back to his feet. >Carvalho looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Nunes. >Carvalho gets caught out and eats a stiff left jab. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Nunes is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Carvalho seems happy to engage with Nunes in the pocket. >Seeing a low kick coming, Nunes strikes first with a punch. >Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything. >They wind up in a tight clinch. >Using his wrestling skills, Carvalho is trying to push Nunes up against the ropes. >Nunes out-wrestles him though. >Nunes tries to wrestle Carvalho backward and up against the ropes. >Carvalho ends up backed against the ropes. >Carvalho is trapped against the ropes and takes a sharp stomp to the foot. >Carvalho is controlled up against the ropes and takes a hard foot stomp. >Nunes tries to use dirty boxing against Carvalho, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening. >Carvalho gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. >Carvalho waits for Nunes to throw a knee strike, then uses wrestling to turn him around so that Nunes now has his back to the ropes. >Nunes is trapped against the ropes and held there, unable to do anything, for about half a minute. >Carvalho looks for a foot stomp but Nunes takes the opportunity to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. >Carvalho comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Nunes. >Nunes uses his strikes to stop Carvalho from getting close enough to grapple. >The time runs out on round one. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >Carvalho waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a right handed bomb that knocks Nunes clean out! >Antonio 'Pato' Carvalho takes the win by Knock Out! >Official Result: Antonio 'Pato' Carvalho defeats Diego 'The Gun' Nunes (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:26 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: Vitor Vianna x Thales Leites Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything. >Vianna avoids a jab. >Vianna waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a nice jab. >Vianna waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a crisp left hand punch. >Vianna counters a left jab by using a jab. >Leites throws a feint. >Vianna looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Leites. >Leites strikes first and manages to rock Vianna with a solid right! >Leites moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a clean left. >Vianna gets suckered in by a feint, and is lucky to avoid a flurry of rights and lefts. >Moving in closer, Vianna looks like he may want to wrestle Leites. >Vianna eats a stiff counter right hand and almost goes down! >Vianna moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Vianna looks to be trying to close the distance between them. >Strikes from Leites keep Vianna from stepping in too close, and he is forced to step back. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Vianna comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Leites counters with a left jab that catches Vianna hard. >Vianna avoids a flurry of punches. >Vianna comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Leites. >Leites uses his strikes to stop Vianna from getting close enough to grapple. >Vianna comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Leites. >Leites fires off a right hand first, but the impact is taken by the gloves of Vianna. >Vianna avoids a flurry of punches. >Leites counters a left jab with a solid left jab. >Vianna comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Leites. >Leites snaps off a strong left jab as a counter, but it only finds the gloves. >Leites throws a left jab but Vianna avoids it. >Vianna is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Leites. >Vianna can't get near enough to engage, Leites uses strikes to keep him out of range. >There's under a minute left in this round. >Vianna chooses to shoot in on Leites. >He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Leites has to pull guard. >Vianna begins trying to pass the guard. >Leites keeps Vianna in guard. >Time expires and we come to the end of round one. >Good round, that's the sort of action we like to see. Round 2: >There's the bell and round number two begins! >Vianna counters a left jab with a couple of nice shots. >Vianna avoids a quick jab and hits a nice left hand. >Vianna uses a smart combination to get Leites to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Leites tries to step away from the takedown. >The takedown doesn't work, Leites saw it coming and got out of range. >Vianna looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Leites. >To counter, Leites fires off a left but only finds the gloves. >Thales Leites is looking really tired. >Vianna counters a left jab by hitting a straight left. >A flicked jab from Vianna only finds gloves. >Leites doesn't press the issue, allowing Vianna to circle. >Vianna goes to the body and then to the head with a tidy combination to get Leites to cover up, then shoots in. >Leites tries to avoid Vianna. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Leites avoided Vianna. >A straight left from Leites fails to land. >Not letting up, Vianna quickly steps in closer to attack Leites. >Vianna comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Leites. >Leites finds himself pulled into a grappling contest. >Clinched with Leites, Vianna looks to try and take him down. >The takedown is completed, Leites is on his back and pulls guard. >Vianna attempts to pass guard. >Vianna is too much for Leites, passing guard and gaining side control. >We move into the second half of this round. >Vianna tries to slip behind and take the back. >He rolls Leites over a little...and slips behind to take the back! >Vianna tries to flatten Leites out for a rear naked choke. >Leites doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. >Leites tries to turn over and sweep Vianna but can't do it. >Leites is in increasing trouble, as Vianna gets both hooks in. >With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Vianna tries to finish Leites off with a rear naked choke. >Leites stops Vianna from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. >Thales Leites looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. >Leites struggles against Vianna but cannot get himself free from the hooks. >With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Vianna tries to finish Leites off with a rear naked choke. >Leites doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. >Vitor Vianna is looking really tired. >Vianna tries to unload with punches, but Leites is struggling around enough to unbalance him. >Leites tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight. >Vianna, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. >Vianna gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Leites has to tap out! >Vitor Vianna takes the win by submission! >Official Result: Vitor Vianna defeats Thales Leites (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 9:05 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: Kamal Shalorus x Luciano Azevedo Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Shalorus counters a left jab by using a solid left. >Azevedo counters a wayward left jab with a straight left. >Azevedo isn't drawn in by Shalorus feinting as if about to drop down to shoot in. >Shalorus looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Azevedo sees a chance and dives down for a single leg. Shalorus, caught by surprise, can only pull guard. >Azevedo begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. >Shalorus comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Azevedo in guard. >Shalorus tries to catch Azevedo with a punch, but it is not on target. >Azevedo attempts to pass guard. >Azevedo isn't able to pass guard on this attempt. >Shalorus brings his legs up and tries to lock Azevedo in a triangle choke. >Azevedo defends well against it. >Shalorus is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Azevedo off of him. >Azevedo lies on top of Shalorus, basically smothering him. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. >Shalorus is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Shalorus moves into the pocket. >Using good head movement, Azevedo slips past a punch and hits a solid left jab. >Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either. >Azevedo slips past a straight punch and then hits a solid left jab. >An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage. >Azevedo uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by. >Azevedo covers up to absorb a flurry of punches. >A left jab misses, giving Shalorus the chance to hit back with a solid left jab. >Azevedo ducks under a huge right cross and counter-strikes with a left jab to the cheek. >Slipping past a left jab, Shalorus hits a punch. >Using good head movement, Azevedo slips past a punch and hits a nice left. >Azevedo lets a jab sail wide and counter-strikes with a nice jab. >They both meet with strikes, but neither does any damage. >We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. >Stepping back, Shalorus creates a bit of distance. >Shalorus comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >The two fighters move closer, ready to strike. >Azevedo covers up to absorb a flurry of punches. >Round one ends as time expires. >You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all. Round 2: >Round two begins! >Azevedo avoids a flurry of rights and lefts. >Azevedo steps back to avoid an enormous knock out punch. >Azevedo moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Azevedo comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Azevedo gets a single leg takedown! Shalorus pulls guard off it. >Azevedo looks to get past the guard. >He passes, but only to half guard. >Azevedo attempts a kneebar. >Azevedo gets the kneebar, tightens it, and Shalorus has to tap! >The winner, by submission; Luciano Azevedo! >Official Result: Luciano Azevedo defeats Kamal Shalorus (Submission (Kneebar) in 2:54 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: Lightweight Number One Contender Match: Vitor "Shaolin" Ribeiro x Leonardo Santos Round 1: >The fight begins! >Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done. >There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage. >Santos comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. >Santos tries to pass the half guard. >Ribeiro keeps Santos in half guard. >Ribeiro tries to pull Santos into a guillotine choke from the bottom of half guard. >Santos pulls his head free before the hold can be applied properly. >Santos punches down at Ribeiro, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Santos attempts to arm triangle Ribeiro from the top of half guard. >Ribeiro blocks it. >Ribeiro tries to pull Santos into a guillotine choke from the bottom of half guard. >Santos stops Ribeiro from applying it. >Santos attempts to arm triangle Ribeiro from the top of half guard. >Ribeiro stops Santos from applying it. >Santos blocks Ribeiro as he tries a sweep from half guard. >In half guard, Santos begins working to get side control. >Ribeiro keeps his half guard secure. >Ribeiro gets some separation and tries to scramble for position. >The scramble leaves Ribeiro on his back pulling half guard. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Santos reaches over and tries to lock Ribeiro in an arm triangle. >Ribeiro doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied. >Ribeiro tries to pull Santos into a guillotine choke from the bottom of half guard. >Santos pulls free before the guillotine can be applied. >Santos begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. >Ribeiro keeps Santos in half guard. >Ribeiro attempts a guillotine choke from the bottom of half guard. >Santos pulls free before the guillotine can be applied. >With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. >Santos circles as he plans his next move. >Not letting Santos settle at all, Ribeiro comes in closer. >Ribeiro swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Santos. >The takedown doesn't work, Santos sprawled to defend it and then works into a clinch position. >Looking to take this fight to the ground, Santos tries to pull Ribeiro down into his guard. >The attempt is successful, Ribeiro is sucked down into his guard. >Santos tries to ensnare Ribeiro in a guillotine. >Santos gets the guillotine, sinks it in, and Ribeiro has to tap! >Leonardo Santos takes the win by submission! >Official Result: Leonardo Santos defeats Vitor 'Shaolin' Ribeiro (Submission (Guillotine) in 9:00 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>6th Bout: Roger Hollett x Ricardo Arona Round 1: >The fight begins! >Moving forward, Arona counters a left jab with a crisp jab. >Arona counters a leg kick by grabbing it and attempting a takedown, getting it! Arona is in half guard. >Arona begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. >Hollett can do nothing about the pass, and gets mounted. >Arona unloads with some big elbows, but Hollett deals with them comfortably. >Arona maintains control, despite Hollett trying to wriggle free. >Arona fires away with big elbows, but Hollett covers up and doesn't take any undue damage. >Arona counters an attempt by Hollett to move him from mount by taking his back! >Hollett is in increasing trouble, as Arona gets both hooks in. >Arona attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. >Arona flattens Hollett out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! >Ricardo 'The Brazilian Tiger' Arona takes the win by submission! >Official Result: Ricardo 'The Brazilian Tiger' Arona defeats Roger 'Hulk' Hollett (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:12 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>Co-Main Event: Welterweight Number One Contender Match: Gunnar Nelson x Andre Galvao Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Galvao uses a feint to get Nelson off balance, but the flurry of rights and lefts that follow don't find their mark. >Nelson counters an errant left jab with a series of quick lefts. >Galvao comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Galvao walks into a big left jab, landing right on the cheek. >A left hand misses, allowing Nelson to counter with a nice jab. >Galvao moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Galvao shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Galvao can't get the takedown, Nelson defends it well and pulls them into a clinch. >Nelson uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Galvao as they grapple. >Nelson is looking to muscle Galvao back against the ropes. >Galvao ends up backed against the ropes. >Nelson hits a knee strike to the thigh. >Nelson attempts to throw an elbow, but Galvao tightens the clinch, preventing the blow from being launched. >Nelson attempts to throw an elbow, but Galvao tightens the clinch, preventing the blow from being launched. >Nelson nails Galvao with a hard right hand to the side of the head, stunning him. >Nelson smothers Galvao against the ropes, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. >Nelson looks for an elbow strike, but Galvao out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position. >Galvao looks for a trip takedown. >Nelson cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard. >Galvao begins trying to pass the guard. >He passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Galvao tries to slip behind and take the back. >Nelson can't stop it and gives up his back! >Nelson is in huge trouble now, as Galvao successfully gets both hooks in. >Galvao attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. >Nelson doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. >Breathing very hard, Gunnar Nelson is looking ragged. >Nelson tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight. >Galvao, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. >Nelson gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap! >By submission, the winner is Andre Galvao! >Official Result: Andre 'The Prophet' Galvao defeats Gunnar 'Gunni' Nelson (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:31 of round 1). 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>Main Event: PURE Women's Championship Bout: Gina Carano x © Cris Cyborg Round 1: >And here we go! >Cyborg counters a left jab with a couple of jabs and a right cross. >Carano feints rushing in, but Cyborg doesn't fall for it. >Carano covers up to absorb a tidy combination of punches and then hits a nice jab. >Cyborg counters a right kick to the legs with a stinging left jab. >Cyborg looks like she wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Carano. >Carano throws a big right hand as a counter, but it only finds the gloves. >Carano counters a tight combination by hitting a left jab to the cheek. >Cyborg comes in closer, looking to clinch with Carano. >Carano keeps herself moving out of range, not wanting to clinch. >Cyborg looks to move in and stand in the pocket. >Cyborg is in the pocket, ready to attack Carano. >Cyborg sees a low kick being set up and takes the opportunity to strike first with a right hook to the body that puts Carano down! >Cyborg quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Carano! >Cyborg fires away with punches, Carano is taking powerful shot after powerful shot! >The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! >By TKO, the winner is Cristiane Santos! >Official Result: Cristiane 'Cyborg' Santos defeats Gina Carano (TKO (Strikes) in 3:57 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>FOTN: Andre Galvao x Gunnar Nelson KOTN: Antonio Carvalho SOTN: Leonardo Santos</div></blockquote> Prediction Results- CageRage: 64-44 Jingo: 46-27 AtlantaThrasher: 26-10

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