PURE Fighting Championships: 21st Century Vale Tudo

wekka · March 14, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XI: Lightweight & Featherweight Grand Prix Quarterfinals Official Weigh-In and Press Conference

Live from the Grand Hyatt Fukuoka

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Weigh-In Results:

Chris Horodecki (146)

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Renato Carneiro (145)

Antonio McKee (156)

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Luiz Firmino (155)

Masanori Kanehara (145)

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L.C. Davis (145)

Wicky Akiyo (145)

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Won Sik Park (146)

Sokoudjou (220)

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Bobby Lashley (260)

Yasuaki Kishimoto (155)

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Luciano Azevedo (156)

Ronys Torres (155)

x

Joe Ellenberger (155)

Yuji Hoshino (144)

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Devidas Taurosevicius (145)

Mizuto Hirota (155)

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Maciej Jewtuszko (155)

Press Conference Highlights:

*Hirota was noticeably excited about fighting in his home town for the first time in years. He promises the fans the best Mizuto Hirota ever seen.

*Jewtuszko feels good about his chances at victory. While he does understand that wrestling could be a problem for him, he feels as if his hands are far better.

*Hoshino was said to have also been excited for his fight tomorrow night. He thinks that being matched up with another veteran will make for a great fight.

*Taurosevicius was all business at the press conference. He believes Hoshino has a very well-rounded skillset but also believes that he isn't ready for the caliber of fighter that himself is capable of being.

*Torres feels great anticipation about getting into the ring tomorrow night. He said while Ellenberger is still largely untested, he knows he'll be in for a war. Torres said he is beyond motivated for his fight.

*Ellenberger knows that he has a huge opportunity in front of him and feels as if a win over Torres will be enough to show that he belongs in the upper echelon of lightweights.

*Kishimoto said he was disappointed that he won't be able to fight ISAO but his focus switched to Azevedo immediately. He feels as if he's facing a very strong fighter and believes this is a better match-up in terms of improving his weaknesses.

*Azevedo was heard to have felt completely reinvigorated as a fighter after his win over ISAO. He feels disrespected being considered an underdog of any sort in the grand prix and aims to change this notion in his fight tomorrow night. He also said he wants nothing more to avenge his loss to Antonio McKee, so he hopes to get that chance sooner than later.

*Sokoudjou feels as if he should've never lost his fight against Stav Economou. He says he wants to make the most of this second opportunity and stay in PURE for as long as he can. He knows Lashley will be shooting for takedowns all night and he's looking forward to make him pay if Lashley doesn't mix things up.

*Lashley was excited to return to Japan, this time in a mixed martial arts ring instead of puro. He said he's going to do whatever he needs to do to win, whether that includes wrestling Sokoudjou or not.

*Wicky was very eager to return after his emphatic knockout over Masanori Kanehara. He is said to respect Won Sik Park for returning from such debilitating injuries and expects him to be in top form. As for himself, he expects the same and looks forward to going all out for the victory.

*Park nods his head in agreement, as he does feel in top form. He believes his boxing and grappling is better than it's ever been before and thinks he has the perfect style and gameplan in hand to defeat Wicky.

*Kanehara is thankful for another shot in the Grand Prix. He talked about how he made the most of his same exact situation in Sengoku's FWGP and he believes he's more than capable of doing the same this time around. He said that he will frustrate Davis from the get go and will not allow him any kind of momentum.

*Davis knows he needs to fight with more ambition and vigor and hopes that Kanehara really tests him. He wants to feel pressured and wants to return the favor. Once that happens, he believes nothing will stop him from becoming champion.

*McKee said he didn't give a damn what people thought about his last fight. If he had a better opponent, he probably would've put forth a better effort. He's going to play it safe as long as he has to. He knows Firmino will be going for submissions but he expects to smother him and punch Firmino in the face repeatedly.

*Firmino says he doesn't usually play into the trash talk but he despises McKee. He feels as if he's a cancer to the sport and if the opportunity arises, he'll happily oblige with putting McKee to sleep and out of the sport forever.

*Horodecki feels extremely confident in himself coming into this bout. He believes he's performed well against superior opposition in his last two bouts and he says it'll pay dividends tomorrow night. He thinks Carneiro has a great future but his time to shine will have to wait.

*Carneiro says he is ready for everything and Horodecki will not have an answer for his jiu-jitsu. He'll thoroughly outwork, outgun, and outfight him in every aspect.

*Akira Maeda ended the press conference saying he expects a sell-out crowd tomorrow night due to Hirota and a very solid undercard. While not big on names, he feels as if the quality of fights will be enough to start attracting more fans. With his last announcement, he also said that PURE plans on utilizing post-fight press conferences after the quarterfinals have concluded.

wekka · March 14, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XI: Lightweight & Featherweight Grand Prix Quarterfinals

@ Fukuoka Marine Messe (9,113)

Hello everyone and we are LIVE, from Fukuoka, Japan for the Quarterfinal Rounds for the Lightweight and Featherweight Grand Prix. This is PURE Fighting Championships XI!

We have a handful of excellent bouts in store for you tonight, headlined by hometown hero Mizuto Hirota! As he faces KSW kingpin, Maciej Jewtuszko. Our co-main event will be Japan's greatest hope in the FWGP, as former Cage Force champion Yuji Hoshino takes on long-time WEC veteran and Ring of Combat Featherweight Champion, Devidas Taurosevicius.

Also on tap, Ronys Torres versus Joe Ellenberger, Sokoudjou versus Bobby Lashley, and appearances by Wicky Akiyo, Chris Horodecki, Antonio McKee, Renato Carneiro, L.C. Davis, Luciano Azevedo, and Luiz Firmino.

Without any more waiting, here are the OPENING CEREMONIES!

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Ladies and Gentlemen! Welcome to the Fukuoka Marine Messe for PURE Fighting Championships XI: Lightweight and Featherweight Grand Prix Quarterfinals!

Tonight the spotlight is on eight of the top lightweights and featherweights in the world today, as one in each division will continue on the path to glory, as they rightfully claim themselves the best in the world! Who will move on and who will reign supreme!?

This is sport. This is art. This is excellence. THIS. IS. PURE!

Opening Bout. Featherweight Grand Prix Quarterfinal. Introducing first, from Brazil, RENNNNNAAAAATOOOOO CAARRRRRNEEEEIIIIIROOOOOOOO

His opponent, from Canada, CHHRRRRIIISSSSS HOORRROOOOODECCCCKKIIIIIIII

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Second Bout. Lightweight Grand Prix Quarterfinal. From Brazil, LUUUIIIIZZ FIIRRRRRRRMIIIIIIIINNNOOOOOO

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From the United States, ANNNNTOOOONNIIIIOOOOO MCCCKKKKEEEEEEE

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Third Bout. From the United States, L.C. DAAAAAAVISSSSSSSS

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From JAPAN, MAAASAAANORRRRIIII KAANNNEEEEHAARRRRRRAAAAAAAA

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Fourth Bout. From South Korea, WONNNN SIKKKKK PAAARRRKKKKKKK

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From JAPAN, WICCKKKKYYYY AKKIIIIIIYOOOOOOOO

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Fifth Bout. From the United States, BOBBBBYYYYYYY LAASSHHHHLEYYYYYY

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From Cameroon, SOOOOKOOOOOUDJOOOUUUUUUUU

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Sixth Bout. From Brazil, LUUUUCIIIIANNNNOOOOO AZZZZEVEEEEDDOOOOOO

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From JAPAN, YAAASUUUUUAAAKKIIIIII KIIIIISHHIIIIIIMOOOOTOOOOOO

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Seventh Bout. From the United States, JOOOOOOOOE ELLLLLEENNNNNBEERRRRRGGEEERRRRRRR

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From Brazil, RONNNNNYYYYYSSS TORRRRREESSSSSSSS

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Eighth Bout. From Lithuania, DEEEIIVIIIIIDAAAASS TAAUUUUROOOOSEEEVIIIIICIIIIIUUUUUUSSS

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From JAPAN, YUUUUUJIIIII HOOOOOSHIIIIIINNOOOOOO

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MAIN EVENT. From Poland, MAAACIIEJJJJJ JEWWWTUUUSSZZZZKKOOOOO

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From JAPAN, MIIIIIIIZUUUUUUTOOOOOOO HIIIIIIIROOOOOOOOTTAAAAAAAAA

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Opening Bout: Renato Carneiro x Chris Horodecki

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>Moicano isn't drawn in by Horodecki feinting to his left.
>Horodecki throws a leg kick but Moicano avoids it.
>Moicano swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Horodecki.
>Moicano gets caught with a right though, and he is momentarily wobbly!
>Moicano avoids a tight combination.
>Moicano slips out of the way of a jab.
>Moicano looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Horodecki finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Using his wrestling skills, Moicano is trying to push Horodecki up against the ropes.
>Horodecki out-wrestles him though.
>Horodecki tries to wrestle Moicano backward and up against the ropes.
>Horodecki does it, Moicano is stuck with his back to the ropes.
>Horodecki steps back from Moicano and looks to unleash some strikes.
>Moicano slips past a tidy combination of punches and then hits a stinging jab.
>Horodecki takes a huge close range right hand and falls to the ground while trying to back-pedal!
>Moicano moves in quickly, kneeling beside Horodecki and starting to hammer down with punches!
>Moicano pounds away, but is unable to inflict very much damage before Horodecki pulls him into side control.
>Moicano starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.
>Moicano isn't able to mount Horodecki this time around.
>Horodecki tries to pull guard on Moicano but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Moicano looks to roll Horodecki slightly and slip behind.
>Horodecki rolls to the side to try and escape, but gives up his back!
>Moicano gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.
>With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Moicano tries to finish Horodecki off with a rear naked choke.
>Horodecki fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
>Horodecki attempts to pull free of the hooks, but Moicano doesn't allow it.
>Moicano, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
>Horodecki doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.
>Horodecki struggles against Moicano and manages to free himself from the hooks.
>Horodecki prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Moicano from getting hooks in.
>Moicano blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
>Horodecki prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Moicano from getting hooks in.
>Horodecki turtles up with Moicano still on top of him.
>Moicano is too slow to stop Horodecki getting back up.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Moicano shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Horodecki counters with a right hand that catches Moicano flush...and he goes down!
>Without hesitation, Horodecki mounts his stunned opponent!
>Horodecki pounds away from the mount, but Moicano covers up and defends them well.
>Moicano tries to move Horodecki out of mount but can't.
>Renato Carneiro looks very tired out there.
>Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2:
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>Between rounds we could hear the corner of Horodecki telling him to swing for the fences.
>Moicano steps back to avoid a one-two combination.
>Horodecki drops his shoulder as a feint, trying to draw a strike.
>A jab misses and Horodecki counters with a sudden right head kick, Moicano is knocked down!
>Horodecki quickly mounts the dazed Moicano!
>Horodecki tries to pound on Moicano, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
>Chris Horodecki looks very tired out there.
>Horodecki blocks an attempt to move him from mount.
>Horodecki pounds away with punches, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Moicano covers up well.
>Horodecki blocks Moicano as he tries a sweep.
>Horodecki unloads with some big elbows, but Moicano deals with them comfortably.
>Moicano tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Horodecki.
>Horodecki tries to lock Moicano in an armbar.
>Moicano not only defends the armbar, but also stacks up Horodecki and hits several punches before gaining side control.
>Renato Carneiro seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
>Moicano tries to lock Horodecki in an arm triangle.
>Moicano gets the arm triangle, sinks it in deeply, but Horodecki is still trying to fight out of it!
>Out of the blue, Horodecki breaks free! Moicano must not have had it locked up as tight as it looked.
>Chris Horodecki looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>Moicano blocks an attempted sweep.
>Moicano throws a few right hands to the body.
>Moicano blocks Horodecki as he tries a sweep from side control.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Moicano tries to lock Horodecki into an armbar.
>Moicano gets an armbar and applies pressure to the arm, Horodecki is in huge trouble!
>Out of the blue, Horodecki pops his arm free! Moicano must not have had it locked in as tight as it looked.
>Moicano blocks an attempt to pull guard.
>Moicano attempts an armbar.
>A straight armbar is applied, Horodecki is in danger of having his arm hyper-extended!
>No! Horodecki manages to get his arm free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked.
>Chris Horodecki looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.
>Horodecki tries to move to guard, but Moicano doesn't allow it.
>Moicano throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>Moicano feels Horodecki prepare to scramble for position and makes sure it doesn't happen.
>With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
>Moicano dives forward, trying to grab a leg!
>Getting hold of a leg, Moicano tries to get Horodecki into a kneebar but it is defended well.
>Horodecki does have to fall backward though, and ends up pulling guard.
>Moicano throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Moicano blocks an attempted sweep.
>Moicano begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Moicano stands up and backs off, letting Horodecki stand up as well.
>We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

>The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.
>All three judges have agreed that Moicano is the winner.
>Moicano wins by unanimous decision!
>Official Result: Renato 'Moicano' Carneiro defeats Chris 'The Polish Hammer' Horodecki (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.

2nd Bout: Luiz Firmino x Antonio McKee

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>Firmino counters a right jab with a stinging left jab.
>Firmino slips out of the way of a jab.
>McKee drops a shoulder, trying to sucker Firmino in with a feint.
>Firmino is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>McKee now has Firmino standing in the pocket.
>Firmino shoots in, looking for a close range double leg.
>Firmino eats a stiff counter left hand and almost goes down!
>A left hand misses, allowing McKee to counter with a series of rights.
>Firmino looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Keen to maintain some distance, McKee uses strikes to keep Firmino away.
>McKee counters a wayward left jab with a series of quick rights.
>McKee counters a right kick to the legs with a clean jab.
>Firmino narrowly misses McKee with a right uppercut.
>McKee seems to be waiting for Firmino to make a move.
>McKee throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage.
>Not letting McKee settle, Firmino moves in closer.
>Firmino comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>McKee tries to avoid the takedown.
>The takedown doesn't work, McKee saw it coming and got out of range.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>A jab misses and Firmino counters with a jab.
>Firmino avoids a flurry of punches and hits a left.
>McKee counters a weak right kick with a clean jab.
>A right kick to the legs misses and McKee fires back with a jab.
>A straight left fails to land and McKee is able to fire back with a series of quick rights.
>A right jab misses and Firmino strikes back with a right kick to the thigh.
>Firmino steps back to avoid a flurry of punches.
>Firmino comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>McKee tries to avoid the takedown.
>Firmino doesn't get the takedown, McKee avoided it.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Firmino waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a kick to the inside of the right thigh.
>There's only so many of those strikes to the legs that can be taken before they become an issue.
>A wayward low right kick allows McKee to hit a clean right.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Round 2:
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>Advancing, McKee counters a left jab by using a nice right hand.
>Firmino avoids a flurry of punches and hits a solid left jab.
>A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing McKee to fire back with a crisp right hand punch.
>Firmino sneaks a glance at his corner.
>It seems that McKee is happy to let Firmino circle for the moment.
>Firmino comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>McKee stuffs the takedown attempt and then pulls Firmino into a clinch.
>McKee is looking to muscle Firmino back against the ropes.
>Firmino ends up backed against the ropes.
>McKee takes a short step back and prepares to strike.
>Firmino lets a jab sail wide and counter-strikes with a solid left jab.
>McKee, standing in the pocket, has to check a leg kick.
>McKee circles away, creating some distance between them.
>Firmino throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on McKee.
>Firmino doesn't get the takedown, McKee was equal to it and pulls them into a clinch.
>McKee is looking to muscle Firmino back against the ropes.
>McKee achieves it, pinning Firmino to the ropes.
>Showing good control, McKee keeps Firmino stuck against the ropes and hits him with short punches to the body for about thirty seconds.
>McKee tries some dirty boxing, but Firmino wrestles his way out of trouble and manages to turn it around so that McKee ends up backed against the ropes instead.
>Luiz Firmino looks very tired out there.
>Firmino attempts to wrestle McKee to the ground.
>McKee digs in and manages to defend the takedown.
>McKee uses a whizzer to half turn Firmino, creating enough space for him to break away from the grapple and return to the center.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>A left jab misses and McKee strikes back with a crisp right hand punch.
>Firmino glances a strike off the side of the shoulder.
>The fight slows as McKee sits back and allows Firmino to circle.
>Looking very tired, Firmino comes in throwing ragged haymakers, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>McKee stuffs the takedown attempt and then pulls Firmino into a clinch.
>From the looks of things, I don't think Luiz Firmino has much energy left.
>McKee is looking to muscle Firmino back against the ropes.
>Firmino ends up backed against the ropes.
>McKee takes a short step back and prepares to strike.
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>From the missed strikes they clinch.
>McKee tries to wrestle Firmino backward and up against the ropes.
>McKee manages it, and controls Firmino up against the ropes.
>McKee exerts total control, keeping Firmino smothered against the ropes for sixty seconds or so.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Firmino is trapped against the ropes and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.
>McKee pins Firmino up against the ropes and stomps down hard on his foot.
>Firmino takes a hard foot stomp.
>Antonio McKee doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>McKee smothers Firmino up against the ropes, keeping him stuck there for thirty seconds.
>Luiz Firmino looks like he is completely out of gas.
>Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

>The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.
>All three judges have given McKee the win.
>Antonio 'Mandingo' McKee wins by unanimous decision!
>Official Result: Antonio 'Mandingo' McKee defeats Luiz 'Buscape' Firmino (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.

3rd Bout: L.C. Davis x Masanori Kanehara

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>Davis throws a left jab but Kanehara avoids it.
>Kanehara slips out of the way of a combination of short sharp punches.
>Kanehara counters a left jab by using a solid left jab.
>Kanehara catches a right leg kick and goes for a takedown but Davis is able to stuff it.
>An attempted body kick misses and Kanehara fires back with a straight left.
>Kanehara grabs a slow leg kick and goes straight for a takedown, but Davis stuffs it.
>Kanehara chooses to shoot in on Davis.
>Kanehara doesn't get the takedown, Davis saw it coming and was equal to it.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything.
>They wind up in a tight clinch.
>Kanehara tries to take Davis down.
>He has the takedown! Davis pulls guard.
>The clock runs down as Davis is being smothered against the ground by Kanehara.
>The clock runs down as Davis is being smothered against the ground by Kanehara.
>Time slips away as Kanehara successfully keeps Davis stuck against the ground.
>Kanehara smothers Davis with his body by pushing forward and down.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Kanehara looks to pass guard and get side control.
>He can't get free of the guard.
>Davis tries to pull Kanehara into a guillotine choke from the bottom of the guard.
>Kanehara defends it well.
>With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.
>Backing out of range, Davis circles tentatively.
>Not letting up, Kanehara quickly steps in closer to attack Davis.
>Kanehara covers up in the face of a combination of short sharp punches, then fires back with a left jab to the cheek.
>Kanehara steps back to avoid a one-two combination.
>Davis tries for a leg kick but Kanehara moves out of range.
>Kanehara throws a couple of wild punches as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Davis stuffs the takedown attempt, but can't do anything about being pushed up against the ropes.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Kanehara tries a foot stomp, but Davis avoids it.
>Davis works enough space that he can hit a knee to the thigh.
>Kanehara looks for a trip takedown.
>Kanehara gets the takedown! Davis pulls guard.
>Kanehara keeps Davis guessing with a few quick strikes.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2:
>And here we go, round two!
>Davis feints rushing in, but Kanehara doesn't fall for it.
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>Kanehara comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Davis blocked Kanehara.
>Kanehara throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage.
>Davis quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Davis counters a left jab by hitting a crisp jab.
>Davis throws out a quick left jab.
>Not letting up, Kanehara steps in closer to pressure Davis into action.
>Davis counters a wayward left jab with a big right kick to the outside of the thigh.
>An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage.
>Kanehara keeps his cool as Davis throws a feint to the left.
>Davis counters a left jab by using a stinging leg kick.
>Masanori Kanehara is going to end up limping if he takes too many more of those strikes.
>Advancing, Davis counters a left jab by using a sharp kick to the shin.
>Davis keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Time slips away as Kanehara doesn't press Davis, allowing him to circle.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Kanehara sees a right body kick coming, grabs it, shoots in for a takedown, but it is blocked.
>Masanori Kanehara is breathing very hard.
>Kanehara comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket.
>Kanehara moves into the pocket.
>Standing in the pocket, a visibly tired Kanehara chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Davis.
>Davis is too quick, and manages to hit Kanehara with a good clean left jab.
>Davis counters a wayward left jab with two hard right hands!
>LC Davis looks very tired out there.
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>Kanehara uses head movement to avoid a left jab.
>Kanehara checks a leg kick and comes right back with a solid punch.
>Kanehara slips past a jab and scores with a nice left.
>A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate.
>Kanehara, standing in the pocket, has to check a leg kick.
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>Kanehara slips past a jab and scores with a clean left jab.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>A left jab misses, giving Kanehara the chance to hit back with a nice jab.
>Slipping past a flurry of punches, Kanehara counters with a nice jab.
>A left jab misses, Davis counters with a solid right hook to the body.
>Davis throws a left jab but Kanehara uses good head movement to make sure it slips by.
>We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

>The official decisions are being reported now.
>Judge #1 has Kanehara as the winner.
>Judge #2 has called it a victory for Davis.
>Judge #3: Kanehara.
>So the winner, by split decision, is Masanori Kanehara!
>Official Result: Masanori Kanehara defeats LC Davis (Split Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.

4th Bout: Won Sik Park x Wicky Akiyo

Round 1:
>And here we go!
>Park tries for a left jab but Nishiura moves out of range.
>They come together and strike, but neither can land a clean shot.
>Park waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a clean jab.
>Park comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Nishiura.
>Nishiura is pulled into a grapple.
>Park looks to get some strikes in, but Nishiura seizes the moment and wrestles his way into control of the grapple.
>Nishiura tries to take Park down.
>Park blocks the takedown attempt.
>Park tries to uses a whizzer to turn Nishiura, but is blocked from doing so.
>Wanting to take it to the ground, Nishiura attempts to drag Park down into his guard.
>Nishiura gets it, Park is now trapped in his guard.
>Nishiura attempts to guillotine Park from the bottom of the guard.
>Nishiura uses the guillotine hold to sweep into side control.
>Nishiura is trying to move from side control to mount.
>He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt.
>Park works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.
>The scramble ends with both fighters back on their feet, facing each other.
>A straight left by Park keeps Nishiura from advancing.
>Nishiura quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Nishiura.
>Park is too quick, and manages to hit Nishiura with a good clean left jab.
>Park is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>Strikes from Nishiura keep Park from stepping in too close.
>Park looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Nishiura.
>Nishiura moves in too, and they start to grapple.
>Park throws a few close-range strikes, but Nishiura smothers the shots and takes control of the grappling.
>Clinched with Park, Nishiura looks to try and take him down.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Park blocked Nishiura.
>Park turns Nishiura slightly, but can't create enough space to get free of the clinch.
>Nishiura tries to take Park down.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Park blocked Nishiura.
>Park turns Nishiura slightly, but can't create enough space to get free of the clinch.
>Clinched with Park, Nishiura looks to try and take him down.
>Nishiura doesn't get the takedown, Park blocked it.
>Breathing very hard, Akiyo Nishiura is looking ragged.
>Park uses a whizzer to turn Nishiura slightly, creating enough space for him to break free of the grappling entirely.
>Park bobs and weaves.
>Nishiura presses in closer to attack.
>A couple of ragged punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from a visibly tired Nishiura.
>Park strikes first and manages to rock Nishiura with a solid right!
>Won Sik Park is looking really tired.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Slowed down by physical tiredness, Park still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>Park is in the pocket, ready to attack Nishiura.
>A flurry of lefts and rights don't trouble Nishiura, who covered up well.
>There's a ragged-looking double leg attempt from Nishiura, from the pocket.
>A counter right hook catches Nishiura hard, almost putting him down!
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Round 2:
>And here we go, round two!
>Between rounds we could hear the corner of Park telling him to lure Nishiura in and catch him on the counter.
>Moving forward, Nishiura counters a left jab with a sharp kick just above the hip.
>Nishiura slips past a barrage of big punches and fires back with a series of rights.
>A jab misses, allowing Nishiura to counter-strike with a series of rights.
>Park comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket.
>Nishiura uses his strikes to stop Park from getting too close.
>Akiyo Nishiura looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>Nishiura comes in closer, despite his tiredness, looking to attack from the pocket.
>Park uses his strikes to stop Nishiura from getting too close.
>Won Sik Park looks very, very tired.
>Nishiura goes to a traditional stance.
>Nishiura avoids several big right hands and counters with a flurry of jabs and straight punches.
>Park counters a right kick to the body by hitting a left jab to the cheek.
>A barrage of punches miss and Nishiura strikes back with a kick to the body.
>Moving forward, Nishiura counters a left jab with a flurry of quick punches to sting Park.
>Nishiura avoids a quick jab and hits a kick to the body.
>Nishiura slips past a barrage of big punches and fires back with two straight lefts.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>An exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Having stepped near each other to throw their strikes, they both start throwing punches at close range!
>Nishiura hits a great right hand, snapping back his opponent's head.
>Park, who looks drained, comes in looking for a quick double leg takedown from close range.
>Park gets caught with a right cross though, and he is momentarily wobbly!
>Akiyo Nishiura looks totally gassed.
>A barrage of punches miss and Nishiura strikes back with a kick to the side of the ribs.
>Won Sik Park looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.
>Although visibly tired, Nishiura looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Nishiura is now standing in the pocket.
>Nishiura slips past a big right and hits a jab.
>Park uses head movement to slip past a wild swing, then hits a barrage of punches, eventually putting Nishiura down!
>Park knows that this is a golden opportunity, and quickly pounces on Nishiura, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!
>Park unloads with big punches, Nishiura is struggling to cope!
>The referee stops the match!
>That has to be called a controversial finish as Nishiura may have been in trouble but he was still clearly active and trying to defend himself!

>The winner, by TKO; Won Sik Park!
>Official Result: Won 'Parky' Sik Park defeats Akiyo 'Wicky Akiyo' Nishiura (TKO (Strikes) in 7:39 of round 2). The match was rated as being Great.

5th Bout: Bobby Lashley x Sokoudjou

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>There's a short stalemate as both fighters advance and throw strikes, but neither hits.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched.
>Lashley, controlling the grapple with Sokoudjou, tries to scoop him up for a slam.
>He gets Sokoudjou up! Lashley slams him down, ending up in guard.
>Time slips away as Lashley successfully keeps Sokoudjou stuck against the ground.
>In guard, Lashley begins working to pass to side control.
>Lashley passes to side control with ease.
>Lashley fires away with rights, and Sokoudjou is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!
>The referee pulls Lashley away, stopping the match!

>Bobby Lashley takes the win by TKO!
>Official Result: Bobby Lashley defeats 'The African Assassin' Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou (TKO (Strikes) in 2:12 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great.

6th Bout: Luciano Azevedo x Yasuaki Kishimoto

Round 1:
>We are underway!
>Azevedo counters a left jab by using a clean left.
>Azevedo counters a left jab by hitting a clean left.
>A jab misses, allowing Kishimoto to counter-strike with a nice left hand.
>Moving in closer, Kishimoto looks like he may want to wrestle Azevedo.
>Not keen on wrestling Kishimoto, Azevedo uses movement to keep out of reach.
>Kishimoto throws out a quick left jab.
>Azevedo steps in to put some pressure on.
>Azevedo feints an attack, keeping Kishimoto on his toes.
>Azevedo chooses to shoot in on Kishimoto.
>Kishimoto cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Azevedo tries to break the guard of Kishimoto, perhaps looking for a leglock opportunity.
>Able to isolate a leg, Azevedo locks in a toe hold that forces Kishimoto to tap out!

>Luciano Azevedo takes the win by submission!
>Official Result: Luciano Azevedo defeats Yasuaki Kishimoto (Submission (Toe Hold) in 3:31 of round 1). The match was rated as being Decent.

7th Bout: Joe Ellenberger x Ronys Torres

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>Ellenberger doesn't get drawn in as Torres feints a kick.
>A feinted high kick gets a reaction, and Ellenberger is lucky to avoid the follow-up inside leg kick.
>Ellenberger feints to the right, trying to draw Torres into throwing a strike.
>Torres moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a sharp body kick.
>Moving in closer, Ellenberger looks like he may want to wrestle Torres.
>Torres is pulled into a grapple.
>Ellenberger hits Torres with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
>Ellenberger tries to wrestle Torres backward and up against the ropes.
>Ellenberger does it, Torres is stuck with his back to the ropes.
>Ellenberger looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Torres proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.
>Torres tries to foot stomp Ellenberger, but he puts himself off balance and gets turned around against the ropes.
>Ellenberger tries to keep him pressed up against the ropes with wrestling, but Torres isn't allowing it.
>Ellenberger almost allows Torres to hook a standing guillotine, but pulls away just in time.
>Ellenberger drives a knee to the thigh area twice in quick succession.
>Ellenberger tries to keep him up against the ropes with wrestling, but Torres reverses so that he is the one in control.
>Ellenberger wrestles back against Torres, not letting him maintain control for any length of time.
>Torres tries to maintain control, but Ellenberger isn't letting himself get bullied like that.
>The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.
>Ellenberger looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Torres.
>Ellenberger grabs Torres and pulls him into a grapple.
>Ellenberger tries to wrestle Torres backward and up against the ropes.
>He does so, and now has Torres pinned to the ropes.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Ellenberger uses a vicious foot stomp.
>Ellenberger tries to use dirty boxing against Torres, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.
>Ellenberger tries to use some dirty boxing, but Torres uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage.
>Torres wrestles back against Ellenberger, turning him around so that he now has his back to the ropes.
>With Ellenberger stuck against the ropes, Torres tries to complete a takedown.
>The takedown doesn't work, Ellenberger blocked it and then turns it so that Torres is the one against the ropes.
>Ellenberger hits two knee strikes to the thigh.
>Ellenberger launches a knee strike but Torres is ready, catches the leg, and uses some wrestling to turn it around so that Ellenberger is the one against the ropes.
>Ronys Torres looks very tired out there.
>Torres smothers Ellenberger up against the ropes while using the occasional short sharp punch to the body, keeping him stuck there for a full minute.
>With the ropes trapping Ellenberger, Torres looks to try and take him down.
>Ellenberger will not go down, he blocks the takedown despite the best efforts of Torres, but does give up his back in the struggle.
>Ellenberger creates a little bit of space, and that's enough for him to circle away out of the grapple and back to the center.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>A flicked jab from Ellenberger only finds gloves.
>Torres steps in to put some pressure on.
>Slowed down by physical tiredness, Torres still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>Ellenberger seems happy to engage with Torres in the pocket.
>Ellenberger throws a left jab but Torres uses good head movement to make sure it slips by.
>Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2:
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Torres counters a left jab by using a leg kick.
>Ronys Torres looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>Moving in closer, Ellenberger looks like he may want to wrestle Torres.
>Torres finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Ellenberger is trying to push Torres so that his back is up against the ropes.
>He does so, and now has Torres pinned to the ropes.
>Breathing very hard, Joe Ellenberger is looking ragged.
>Ellenberger pins Torres up against the ropes and works him over with small punches to the body for roughly thirty seconds.
>Torres wrestles back against Ellenberger, turning him around so that he now has his back to the ropes.
>With the ropes trapping Ellenberger, Torres looks to try and take him down.
>He has the takedown; Ellenberger didn't even seem to fight it, and simply pulls guard.
>Ronys Torres looks totally gassed.
>Ellenberger attempts to secure an arm.
>Torres defends it.
>Torres punches down at Ellenberger, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>Torres looks to get past the guard.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Grabbing an arm, Ellenberger attempts to lock on a triangle choke.
>Torres blocks the triangle attempt.
>From the looks of things, I don't think Joe Ellenberger has much energy left.
>Torres throws a few right hands to the body.
>Torres is trying to pass guard.
>Torres isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>Ellenberger attempts to secure an arm.
>Torres doesn't let his arm get taken.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
>A tired Ellenberger moves forward, looking for a takedown.
>Torres tries to step away from the takedown.
>Ellenberger can't get the takedown, Torres was too quick to back away.
>Ellenberger, who is visibly tired, looks like he might want to get in close and wrestle with Torres.
>He pulls Torres into a grapple.
>Ellenberger hits Torres with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
>The gas tank looks empty on Joe Ellenberger.
>Ellenberger is looking to muscle Torres back against the ropes.
>Ellenberger manages it, and controls Torres up against the ropes.
>Torres waits for Ellenberger to throw an elbow, then uses wrestling to turn him around so that Ellenberger now has his back to the ropes.
>Torres tries a foot stomp, but that puts him off balance and allows Ellenberger to turn him so that he ends up backed against the ropes.
>Torres struggles back against Ellenberger, not allowing him to control the grappling.
>Torres tries for a standing guillotine, but Ellenberger pulls free too quickly.
>Ellenberger tries to keep him pressed up against the ropes with wrestling, but Torres isn't allowing it.
>Torres finds room to apply a standing guillotine!
>Torres gets the guillotine fully applied and Ellenberger has to tap out!

>The winner, by submission, is Ronys Torres!
>Official Result: Ronys Torres defeats Joe 'Excalibur' Ellenberger (Submission (Guillotine) in 8:31 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.

8th Bout: Deividas Taurosevicius x Yuji Hoshino

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>Taurosevicius steps back to avoid a barrage of big punches.
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>There's a takedown attempt from Hoshino.
>Taurosevicius tries to step away from the takedown.
>Hoshino can't get the takedown, Taurosevicius was too quick to back away.
>Moving in closer, Hoshino looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>Hoshino cannot get close enough to the elusive Taurosevicius.
>Hoshino looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Taurosevicius.
>Hoshino moves into the pocket.
>Hoshino comes in, looking for a quick double leg takedown from close range.
>He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Taurosevicius has to pull guard.
>Hoshino throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>Hoshino attempts to pass guard.
>Taurosevicius is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Hoshino firmly in guard.
>Taurosevicius tries to sweep Hoshino but doesn't get anywhere.
>In guard, Hoshino throws a couple of punches designed to keep Taurosevicius guessing.
>Hoshino smothers Taurosevicius with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Hoshino attempts to pass guard.
>Hoshino isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>Taurosevicius tries to pull Hoshino into a guillotine choke from the bottom of the guard.
>Hoshino stops Taurosevicius from applying it.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
>Taurosevicius throws a speculative right, but it is nowhere near hitting.
>Hoshino steps in closer to force the issue.
>Hoshino uses a nice combination as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Taurosevicius tries to avoid the takedown.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Taurosevicius avoided Hoshino.
>Hoshino gets suckered in by a feint, and is lucky to avoid a flurry of rights and lefts.
>Taurosevicius tries for a left jab but Hoshino moves out of range.
>Hoshino counters a left jab with a hard kick across the side.
>A right kick to the legs misses and Taurosevicius fires back with a solid left.
>Taurosevicius gets suckered in by a feint, and is lucky to avoid the combination that follows.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Taurosevicius fakes a lunge.
>Not letting up, Hoshino steps in closer to pressure Taurosevicius into action.
>Taurosevicius counters a tight combination by hitting a solid left jab.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2:
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>Hoshino keeps his cool as Taurosevicius throws a feint to the left.
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>A left jab misses and Hoshino counters with a nice jab.
>Hoshino steps back to avoid a barrage of big punches, having been off balance momentarily after a clever feint.
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>Hoshino just slips out of the way of a flurry of strikes, having been off balance after falling for a feint.
>Hoshino swiftly avoids a barrage of big punches, having fallen for a feint.
>After a one-two combination narrowly misses, Taurosevicius is able to strike back with a clean jab.
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>Taurosevicius avoids a tight combination.
>Hoshino steps back to avoid a flurry of punches after falling for a clever feint.
>Taurosevicius uses a feint to get Hoshino off balance, but the flurry of rights and lefts that follow don't find their mark.
>Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Hoshino shows good head movement to avoid getting caught with a jab.
>Seeing a low kick coming, Taurosevicius strikes first with a stinging jab.
>Taurosevicius tries for a left jab but Hoshino uses head movement to avoid it.
>Taurosevicius backs away to create some more space.
>Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either.
>A flicked jab from Taurosevicius only finds gloves.
>Time slips away as Hoshino doesn't press Taurosevicius, allowing him to circle.
>Hoshino keeps his cool as Taurosevicius throws a feint to the left.
>Taurosevicius feints rushing in, but withdraws.
>Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but neither hits.
>Taurosevicius slips past a left jab and fires back with a jab.
>Hoshino shoots in for a takedown.
>Taurosevicius attempts to avoid Hoshino as he shoots in.
>The takedown doesn't work, Taurosevicius saw it coming and got out of range.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Taurosevicius counters a wayward left jab with a crisp jab.
>The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

>The judges' decisions are now being announced.
>All three judges have given the victory to Taurosevicius.
>Making Deividas Taurosevicius the winner by unanimous decision!
>Official Result: Deividas Taurosevicius defeats Yuji Hoshino (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Very Poor.

Main Event: Maciej Jewtuszko x Mizuto Hirota

Round 1:
>We are underway!
>Hirota drops his shoulder as a feint, trying to draw a strike.
>Jewtuszko counters a left jab by using a nice jab.
>Moving in closer, Hirota looks like he may want to wrestle Jewtuszko.
>Jewtuszko ends up grappling for supremacy with Hirota.
>Hirota hits Jewtuszko with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
>Hirota is looking to get Jewtuszko in a Muay Thai clinch.
>He gets it, and now has Jewtuszko in trouble.
>Using the Muay Thai clinch, Hirota blasts Jewtuszko with a big knee to the face!
>Jewtuszko manages to grapple his way out of trouble and into having double underhooks as he clinches with Hirota.
>Looking to take this fight to the ground, Jewtuszko tries to pull Hirota down into his guard.
>The attempt doesn't work, Hirota blocked it and takes control of the clinch as a result.
>Hirota hits Jewtuszko with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
>Jewtuszko gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Hirota uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.
>Hirota hits Jewtuszko with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
>Jewtuszko tries to wriggle free, but Hirota controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
>Hirota uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Jewtuszko.
>Hirota uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Jewtuszko as they grapple.
>Hirota uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Jewtuszko.
>Hirota tries to get Jewtuszko into a Muay Thai clinch.
>He gets it, and now has Jewtuszko in trouble.
>Hirota loses the Muay Thai clinch as Jewtuszko uses grappling to move to a regular wrestling clinch instead.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Jewtuszko tries to pick Hirota up for a slam.
>Hirota defends it well and slips away from his opponent.
>Set up with a feinted low kick, Hirota catches Jewtuszko on the side of the head with a flying knee, knocking him down!
>Almost immediately Jewtuszko has shaken it off and is ready for Hirota.
>Hirota looks to get on top of Jewtuszko.
>Hirota dives in, but Jewtuszko pushes him away and starts to scramble.
>Jewtuszko manages to come out on top with side control.
>Jewtuszko throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Jewtuszko attempts an armbar.
>Hirota fights off the armbar attempt.
>Hirota works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.
>Jewtuszko ends up pushing down on Hirota who is facing him in turtle position.
>Hirota gets up sharply, seeing that Jewtuszko was preparing to kick him in the ribs.
>An errant jab sets Jewtuszko up to counter-strike with a series of quick punches.
>Hirota throws three punches in quick succession, but Jewtuszko was out of range.
>The fight slows as Jewtuszko sits back and allows Hirota to circle.
>Moving in closer, Hirota looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>Jewtuszko uses his strikes to stop Hirota from getting too close.
>Maciej Jewtuszko looks very tired out there.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Hirota uses a right hook to the body, but misses.
>Not letting Hirota settle, Jewtuszko moves in closer.
>Slowly moving in closer, a ragged-looking Jewtuszko wants to wrestle Hirota.
>Hirota uses his strikes to stop Jewtuszko from getting close enough to grapple.
>Mizuto Hirota is breathing very hard.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2:
>Round two begins!
>Judging from what we heard from his corner, Jewtuszko is looking to let his hands go in this round.
>Jewtuszko avoids a scorching right uppercut and comes back with an enormous right hook, Hirota goes down to the ground, dazed!
>Jewtuszko dives in quickly and secures mount on the dazed Hirota!
>Jewtuszko tries to pound on Hirota with elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
>Jewtuszko blocks Hirota as he tries a sweep.
>Jewtuszko pounds away from the mount, but Hirota covers up and defends them well.
>Jewtuszko blocks Hirota as he tries a sweep.
>Jewtuszko pounds away from the mount with elbows, but Hirota covers up and defends them well.
>Maciej Jewtuszko looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>Jewtuszko blocks an attempt to move him from mount.
>Jewtuszko pounds away from the mount, but Hirota covers up and defends them well.
>Jewtuszko blocks Hirota as he tries a sweep.
>Mizuto Hirota seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
>Jewtuszko pounds away with punches from the mount, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.
>Jewtuszko tries to pound on Hirota, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
>Hirota tries to roll Jewtuszko, but only succeeds in giving up his back!
>Jewtuszko attempts a rear naked choke.
>Hirota fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
>Hirota tries a roll, but doesn't budge Jewtuszko.
>Jewtuszko tries to flatten Hirota out for a rear naked choke.
>Jewtuszko gets rolled onto his back, and Hirota spins over so that he is now in guard.
>Jewtuszko should have gotten hooks in first before attempting a rear naked choke, and Hirota has capitalised on the mistake.
>Mizuto Hirota looks exhausted.
>Hirota throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.
>Jewtuszko attempts to lock on a triangle choke.
>Hirota doesn't let Jewtuszko get it.
>Maciej Jewtuszko looks like he is completely out of gas.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Hirota throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
>Jewtuszko raises his legs and tries to get Hirota into a triangle choke.
>Hirota doesn't let Jewtuszko get it.
>In guard, Hirota throws a couple of punches designed to keep Jewtuszko guessing.
>Jewtuszko tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard.
>Hirota gets caught in a kimura...and has no choice but to tap out!

>The winner, by submission, is Maciej 'Irokez' Jewtuszko!
>Official Result: Maciej 'Irokez' Jewtuszko defeats Mizuto Hirota (Submission (Kimura) in 7:31 of round 2). The match was rated as being Great.

LWGP Semifinals:

Ronys Torres x Antonio McKee

Maciej Jewtuszko x Luciano Azevedo

FWGP Semifinals:

Deividas Taurosevicius x Won Sik Park

Masanori Kanehara x Renato Carneiro

Prediction Results:

CageRage- 14-13

wekka · March 14, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XII: Bantamweight & Flyweight Grand Prix Quarterfinals Card Finalized

PURE Fighting Championships XII: Bantamweight & Flyweight Grand Prix Quarterfinals
@ Yoyogi 2nd Gymnasium/ 2nd Week of December

Opening Bout: FLYGP Quarterfinal:
Henry Cejudo (1-0)
x
Yuki Shojo (14-7-2)

2nd Bout: BWGP Quarterfinal:
Koetsu Okazaki (9-2-1)
x
Seiya Kawahara (11-4)

3rd Bout:
Yoshiyuki Nakanishi (12-3)
x
Steve Bosse (9-2)

4th Bout: BWGP Quarterfinal:
Kyoji Horiguchi (10-1)
x
Hiromasa Ogikubo (11-2-2)

5th Bout:
Jerome Le Banner (3-3-1)
x
Yusuke Kawaguchi (13-7)

6th Bout: BWGP Quarterfinal:
Rumina Sato (27-17-2)
x
Atsushi Yamamoto (17-7-3)

7th Bout: FLYGP Quarterfinal:
Haruo Ochi (10-3-1)
x
Fumihiro Kitahara (12-3-1)

8th Bout: FLYGP Quarterfinal:
B.J. Kojima (13-5-5)
x
Jose Maria Tome (32-3-2)

9th Bout: BWGP Quarterfinal:
Masakatsu Ueda (17-2-2)
x
Pedro Nobre (15-1-2)

Main Event: FLYGP Quarterfinal:
Rambaa Somdet (11-2)
x
Kiyotaka Shimizu (13-7-3)

CageRage · March 14, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XII: Bantamweight & Flyweight Grand Prix Quarterfinals

@ Yoyogi 2nd Gymnasium/ 2nd Week of December

Opening Bout: FLYGP Quarterfinal:

Henry Cejudo (1-0)

x

Yuki Shojo (14-7-2)

2nd Bout: BWGP Quarterfinal:

Koetsu Okazaki (9-2-1)

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Seiya Kawahara (11-4)

3rd Bout:

Yoshiyuki Nakanishi (12-3)

x

Steve Bosse (9-2)

4th Bout: BWGP Quarterfinal:

Kyoji Horiguchi (10-1)

x

Hiromasa Ogikubo (11-2-2)

5th Bout:

Jerome Le Banner (3-3-1)

x

Yusuke Kawaguchi (13-7)

6th Bout: BWGP Quarterfinal:

Rumina Sato (27-17-2)

x

Atsushi Yamamoto (17-7-3)

7th Bout: FLYGP Quarterfinal:

Haruo Ochi (10-3-1)

x

Fumihiro Kitahara (12-3-1)

8th Bout: FLYGP Quarterfinal:

B.J. Kojima (13-5-5)

x

Jose Maria Tome (32-3-2)

9th Bout: BWGP Quarterfinal:

Masakatsu Ueda (17-2-2)

x

Pedro Nobre (15-1-2)

Main Event: FLYGP Quarterfinal:

Rambaa Somdet (11-2)

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Kiyotaka Shimizu (13-7-3)

wekka · March 16, 2013

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Griffo" data-cite="Griffo" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>I just created the biggest heavyweight freak show tournament the world has ever seen haha so much fun</div></blockquote> if you happened to take a look at my recent heavyweight signings, I think you're on to something lol

wekka · March 17, 2013

I'm thinking about downgrading a lot of this dynasty as in cutting down the previews and weigh-in/press conference events, maybe even totally.

Just keep it strictly about the fights and a few articles here and there.

wekka · March 19, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XII: Bantamweight & Flyweight Grand Prix Quarterfinals Preview: This weekend, PURE returns for their final quarterfinal card of their Grand Prix Championship series before they take a short break until spring of 2014. The Bantamweight and Flyweight Quarterfinals also mark their return to Tokyo, after a successful run in Nagoya and Fukuoka. Come Saturday at the Yoyogi Second Gymnasium, PURE will showcase fighters such as Rambaa Somdet versus Kiyotaka Shimizu in the main event, and top talents and prospects such as Masakatsu Ueda, Kyoji Horiguchi, Rumina Sato, Henry Cejudo, BJ Kojima, Jose Maria Tome, Atsushi Yamamoto, and Haruo Ochi. Also included are two superfights in the heavyweight and cruiserweight divisions, featuring notable names Jerome Le Banner and Yoshiyuki Nakanishi. With so many fights to get through, here is our preview for the card: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Rambaa Somdet (11-2) x Kiyotaka Shimizu (13-7-3) In his Opening Round bout, Rambaa Somdet completely starched top Brazilian prospect Dileno Lopes within the first minute with his opening salvo. While the proficiency of his striking game has never been in question, his grappling still remains an unknown, although he has been training with GRABAKA the past few years. The Flyweight King of Pancrase, Kiyotaka Shimizu, completely overmatched his opponent Junji Ito in the last round with a healthy dose of grappling and looks to do the same here with Somdet being a fairly similar opponent, due to his primarily striking background. Verdict: Somdet's newfound power is certainly something to keep an eye on but so is his apparent lack of a ground game. Look for Shimizu to pick his shots and take it to the ground as soon as possible. Shimizu will win by submission.</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>Masakatsu Ueda (17-2-2) x Pedro Nobre (15-1-2) Masakatsu Ueda looked on a completely different level against Motonobu Tezuka in the opening round, as Ueda implemented his world-class grappling immediately and earned the submission victory soon after. Pedro Nobre looked equally as brilliant against Shunichi Shimizu, he took the brilliance in a different direction and thoroughly outgrappled and outstruck his opponent for a fairly safe, yet dominant, unanimous decision. Verdict: Nobre will be the superior striker from the start but Ueda has faced, and defeated, far superior fighters than Nobre currently has. Nobre certainly has the style to give Ueda trouble, but look for Ueda to weather any possible storms and begin to show his experience on the still relatively untested Nobre. Ueda wins by decision.</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>B.J. Kojima (13-5-5) x Jose Maria Tome (32-3-2) B.J. Kojima looked in top form as he outmatched Kentaro Watanabe from the very beginning by mixing strikes well with his grappling, as he eventually coaxed the tap out of Watanabe in the first round. While Kojima still has the inability to fight to his fullest potential, his last fight certainly gave everyone a glimmer of hope in regards to fighting to his greatest ability. Jose Maria Tome looked fantastic in his Japanese debut, as he fought a very cerebral fight against long-time JMMA flyweight contender Mitsuhisa Sunabe, where he slowly worked from the outside and eventually wore down his opponent to the point where he couldn't effectively grapple the much fresher Tome. Verdict: Tome could be a safe pick here, as he's never really defeated top competition until his last fight, where he looked exceptional against the very tough Sunabe. Kojima still has way too much potential and talent to look past, even taking his inconsistency into consideration, and he's been on top before. Look for Kojima to start slow but prove his superiority in the later round as he earns the decision.</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>Haruo Ochi (10-3-1) x Fumihiro Kitahara (12-3-1) Haruo Ochi almost made a costly mistake in his last fight, as he decided to stand and trade with former boxing world champion, Vic Darchinyan. After getting tagged throughout and even rocked, Ochi shook the cobwebs and tooked advantage of the MMA inexperience of Darchinyan, as he gained a fairly easy takedown and submitted him soon after. Fumihiro Kitahara surprised many as he fought tooth and nail with Manabu Inoue in his 125 debut, a move that had numerous outlets calling Inoue a heavy favorite at being a finalist. Kitahara fought a nearly perfect fight warding off numerous takedown attempts and winning a handful of exchanges on the feet. While the fight was close, judges felt as Kitahara did enough, as he took home a split decision. Verdict: A fight in which both guys are worthy of victory, this could honestly go either way. Kitahara did finally earn his signature victory but will he continue the momentum. Ochi does have the proficiency to turn every fight into a brawl, but he does have key victories over the likes of Kiyotaka Shimizu and Ryuichi Miki. We believe Ochi will catch Kitahara in one of these wild exchanges and win by TKO.</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>Rumina Sato (27-17-2) x Atsushi Yamamoto (17-7-3) In a fight of legends, Rumina Sato still surprised many by knocking out Jens Pulver in the opening few minutes of round one. Still a great grappler and decent striker, Sato's chin will certainly not hold up in this tournament format for much longer. After another layoff, Atsushi Yamamoto looked in spectacular form as his wrestling looked as strong as ever against a fellow solid wrestler in Honggang Yao. What really set Yamamoto apart from his opponent was his ability to seamlessly transition to better positions on the ground, which Yao had no answer for, as Yamamoto took things further from there and pounded his opponent out from that point forward. Verdict: If this were ten years ago, Sato would certainly have a chance at victory. As of now, even with the injury problems of past, Yamamoto is far more athletic and powerful. Yamamoto will win by TKO on either the feet or on the ground. </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>Jerome Le Banner (3-3-1) x Yusuke Kawaguchi (13-7) One half of PURE's inaugural main event, Jerome Le Banner was shocked by MMA debutant Asashoryu, as Le Banner was caught by a surprise flurry and finished on the ground. Le Banner returns this weekend looking forward to wash the bad taste out of his mouth with an emphatic victory. Yusuke Kawaguchi was completely dominated by the much larger and stronger Jared Rosholt, as he was taken down immediately and finished with strikes all within the halfway point of round one. Kawaguchi has hit a rough spot as of late and comes into this fight looking to finally turn things around again. Verdict: Kawaguchi is the more well-rounded fighter on paper but Le Banner's striking in lightyears ahead of Kawaguchi's and Le Banner continues to improve his grappling as he's been working with Satoshi Ishii for the past year. Le Banner manages to stay off the ground and earns the eventual TKO victory.</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>Kyoji Horiguchi (10-1) x Hiromasa Ogikubo (11-2-2) Arguably the brightest pound for pound prospect in all of Japan, Kyoji Horiguchi looked on point in his last bout, as he knocked Sidemar Honorio out cold. Horiguchi's speed, precision, and power alone is a deadly combination but take into consideration is steadily developing grappling by virtue of working with Krazy Bee, Horiguchi could soon be hitting his peak already. One thing can be said from this, that's not a good outlook for anyone in this grand prix. Hiromasa Ogikubo is a highly regarded prospect of his own but has already made noise on just as high a level as Horiguchi. An outstanding well-rounded mixed martial artist, Ogikubo looks just as ready for the top of the mountain, albeit with less hype. Not much was seen in his victory over Yusaku Nakamura, as he grounded the one-dimensional striker quickly and submitted him with ease. Verdict: Don't be surprised if Ogikubo managed to win here but the Ueda loss has turned Horiguchi into a completely different animal. Look for Horiguchi to work Ogikubo everywhere in the fight and expect Horiguchi to put on a valiant effort to finish his opponent, but do enough to earn the decision victory.</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>Yoshiyuki Nakanishi (12-3) x Steve Bosse (9-2) Yoshiyuki Nakanishi looked totally overmatched against Mathias Schuck, as Nakanishi was unable to implement an effective striking attack and was outmuscled throughout the fight until he was forced to tap late in the fight. While certainly as disheartening result, Nakanishi still possesses a bunch of potential with his well-roundedness. Steve Bosse was without a doubt fed to Ricardo Arona. Bosse does have devastating knockout power but hasn't really progressed much beyond brawling as he still looks like a fish out of the water in regards to grappling. Verdict: Bosse could certainly knock out Nakanishi, but that remains to be seen as his only chance at winning this fight. Nakanishi will pick his shots and look for the perfect opportunity to take this fight to the ground. Our pick is Nakanishi by submission.</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>Koetsu Okazaki (9-2-1) x Seiya Kawahara (11-4) Primarily a striker, Koetsu Okazaki thoroughly surprised everyone, as he neutralized the wrestling attack of Takafumi Otsuka throughout the whole fight before taking advantage of Otsuka's panicked state, as Okazaki won by eventual submission. Seiya Kawahara pulled off an upset of his own, on a much larger scale, as he defeated a heavily favored Shintaro Ishiwatari by a completely surprising TKO. While Kawahara does have a wild and dangerous striking attack, Ishiwatari's mix of solid boxing and strong grappling had many believing that Kawahara was nothing more than a scapegoat for Ishiwatari's championship dreams. Verdict: It's hard to pick a winner in this fight, as both showed a lot of composure and improvement in their last bouts. We'll have to go with Okazaki by virtue of showing much more of an improvement. Okazaki wins by a razor thin decision.</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>Henry Cejudo (1-0) x Yuki Shojo (14-7-2) In his MMA debut, Cejudo relied on his Olympic caliber wrestling and kept the wily Noboru Tahara grounded for all twenty minutes of the fight. While he can use more refinement, as his striking is still fairly sloppy in a professional fight and he did eat his fair share of strikes, his performance was still outstanding considering it was his debut. Yuki Shojo looked to be on a different level in his fight with Mikihito Yamagami, frustrating him through the whole fight and neutralizing Yamagami completely with smart gameplanning and sticking to those guns the entire twenty minutes. Verdict: Shojo might be an even more dangerous opponent for Cejudo than Tahara was. What swings the fight in Cejudo's favor though, is Shojo's weakness against strong grapplers, which Cejudo without a doubt is. It wont be an easy victory and Shojo will have his moments, but Cejudo will keep calm and give Shojo a healthy diet of wrestling. Cejudo wins by decision.</div></blockquote>

wekka · March 19, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XII Official Weigh-In and Press Conference:

Live from Grand Hyatt Roppongi Hills:

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Weigh-In Results:

Henry Cejudo (126)

x

Yuki Shojo (125)

Koetsu Okazaki (135)

x

Seiya Kawahara (135)

Yoshiyuki Nakanishi (205)

x

Steve Bosse (205)

Kyoji Horiguchi (132)

x

Hiromasa Ogikubo (135)

Jerome Le Banner (265)

x

Yusuke Kawaguchi (254)

Rumina Sato (136)

x

Atsushi Yamamoto (134)

Haruo Ochi (125)

x

Fumihiro Kitahara (125)

B.J. Kojima (126)

x

Jose Maria Tome (125)

Masakatsu Ueda (135)

x

Pedro Nobre (135)

Rambaa Somdet (123)

x

Kiyotaka Shimizu (125)

Press Conference Highlights:

*Somdet is not worried about what Shimizu brings to the table, as he believes his last performance will carry over and his strikes will just be too much for his opponent.

*Shimizu was equally unimpressed. While he does respect the stand-up of Somdet, he plans on grounding him immediately and making him pay.

*Ueda feels as if he's in top form for tomorrow nights fight. His grappling feels as smooth as ever and he hopes to utilize more striking to mix things up.

*Nobre is confident in his defensive abilities, grappling wise. He believes he's a far superior striker to Ueda and thinks he will neutralize his opponent's gameplan handily.

*Kojima was impressed with his opponent's last performance. He's looking forward to getting in the ring with him and give him more of a test this time around.

*Tome says his confidence is at an all-time high after defeating Sunabe. He feels as if he could look better and believes that there's no better way than to defeat yet another long-time JMMA champion at 125.

*Ochi says he will learn from last time and not play into the strength of his opponent from the very start. Regardless, he thinks he's more of a finisher than Kitahara and believes he will end the fight within the twenty minute time limit.

*Kitahara looks forward to continue surprising people. He wants everyone to overestimate him because at this point in time, he believes he's one of the best competitors in the entire grand prix. He says he'll drag Ochi out into total warfare.

*Rumina Sato didn't say entirely too much outside of saying it's his destiny to win the championship. Yamamoto might be the younger fighter but his heart does not compare to his own.

*Yamamoto refutes this claim and says it won't even boil down to heart. As much as it pains him to say for all that Sato has done for the sport in Japan, Yamamoto says this will be the last you'll ever see of Sato in the ring.

*Le Banner wasn't happy with the outcome of his last fight at all. He said he didn't truly know what to expect with Asashoryu but believes having Kawaguchi as his opponent will give him a better idea of what to do to earn the victory.

*Kawaguchi says he doesn't fear the power of Le Banner and he's going to impose a gameplan that he'll have absolutely no answer for. He feels as if he has the most to lose in this fight, so he'll fight with a chip on his shoulder.

*Horiguchi is excited to return and to be fighting another fighter that has been hyped as much as he has. He knows he's in for a great fight and tells people to expect the smartest Kyoji fight to date.

*Ogikubo is amped up about his opportunity to fight Horiguchi. He aims to kill the hype on his way to the championship. He knows Horiguchi will be a great champion one day but he has many years ahead of him to achieve that and will not allow himself to be another victim.

*Nakanishi has been training much harder on his strength and conditioning, since Bosse has fought at heavyweight in the past. He doesn't want to a reprisal of his last fight and you'll see the Nakanishi that became DEEP champion.

*Bosse didn't seem to talk all too much about gameplanning as much as he did talk about destroying Nakanishi. He thinks Nakanishi is a much better opponent for him than Arona was and believes that such a tough fight has prepared him for anything in present time and future.

*Okazaki feels as if all facets of his game are strong and he will be a threat for anyone at 135 from this point on. His striking feels more accurate and he's confident that his wrestling will just become even more strong.

*Kawahara states that he just wants to continue to improve and feels that his win over Ishiwatari was a leap in the right direction. He wants to show more than just swarming his opponent with a vicious assault and wants to round out the rest of his game and believes Okazaki will be a great opponent to do so against.

*Cejudo is glad to have gotten his debut out of the way and thinks he'll be able to move forward and achieve anything. He still doesn't particularly like being punched but now he knows that he can fight through it and he's looking forward to dealing out more punishment of his own this time around.

*Shojo is fully aware of what problems Cejudo can cause him but feels as if he still really doesn't show much outside of wrestling. He plans on working from the outside and completely neutralizing the wrestling attack of Cejudo and expects to force Cejudo in fighting a true mixed martial arts fight tomorrow night.

wekka · March 19, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XII: Bantamweight & Flyweight Grand Prix Quarterfinals @ Yoyogi Second Gymnasium (7,214) http://www3.cdn.sherdog.com/_images/pictures/20090321062214_200903200020.JPG Hello everyone! We are live from the Yoyogi Second Gymnasium for tonight's card as both bantamweights and flyweights collide to move on their respective grand prix. This is PURE Fighting Championships XII! http://www2.cdn.sherdog.com/_images/pictures/20090321062214_200903200069.JPG We are in store for an exceptional night of fights, headlined by two veterans in JMMA's flyweight ranks as Rambaa "M-16" Somdet faces current Flyweight King of Pancrase, Kiyotaka Shimizu. The co-main event for the evening will be Japan's best talent at 135, Masakatsu Ueda, as he goes up against solid Brazilian fighter Pedro Nobre. Also on the card is B.J. Kojima, Olympian Henry Cejudo, Kyoji Horiguchi, MOON WOLF, and Jerome Le Banner! The lights are off, the spotlight shone bright in center ring. It's now time for the OPENING CEREMONIES! Ladies and Gentlemen! Welcome to Yoyogi Second Gymnasium for PURE Fighting Championships XII: Bantamweight and Flyweight Grand Prix Quarterfinals! Tonight, the best at 135 and 125 continue their dreams of fighting for a championship and cementing themselves as the best in the world at their weight class. Will legends reign supreme or will the torch be passed as a new star is made? This is sport. This is art. This is excellence. THIS. IS. PURE! Opening Bout. Flyweight Grand Prix Quarterfinal. Introducing first, from JAPAN, YUUUUUUKIIIIII SHOOOOOOJOOOOOOOOOO http://www.tapology.com/system/letterbox_images/4558/default/Yuki-Shojo.jpeg?1338844097 His opponent, from the United States, HENNNRYYYYYY CEEEEJUUUUUUDOOOOOOOO http://www1.cdn.sherdog.com/image_crop/200/300/_images/fighter/1362325198cejudo.jpg Second Bout. Bantamweight Grand Prix Quarterfinal. From JAPAN, SEIIIYAAAAA KAAWWWAAAAHAARRRRAAAAAA http://www.tapology.com/system/letterbox_images/662/default/Seiya-Kawahara.jpeg?1331068767 Also from JAPAN, KOOOEEETSUUUUUU OKKAAAAZAAAAKKIIIIIIIII http://www.tapology.com/system/letterbox_images/10001/default/Koetsu-Okazaki.jpeg?1334781276 Third Bout. From Canada, STEEEEVEEE BOOOOOSSSSSSE http://www.tigermuaythai.com/wp-core/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/stevebosse.jpg From JAPAN, YOOOSHIIIIIYUUUUUKIIIII NAAAKAAAANIIIIISHHIIIIIIIIII http://www.wfc.si/modules/uploader/uploads/news/pictures_news/crop2/naslovna_copy1.jpg Fourth Bout. From JAPAN, HIIIIIROOOOMAAASAAAAA OOOOGIIIIIKUUUUUBOOOOOO http://www.tapology.com/system/letterbox_images/14229/default/Hiromasa-Ogikubo.jpeg?1334781264 Also from JAPAN, KYYOOOOJIIIII HORRRIIGUUUUUCHIIIIIIIIIIII http://krazybee.jp/img/pc_prof/horiguchi.gif Fifth Bout. From JAPAN, YUUUUUSUKEEEEEEEE KAWAAAAGUUUUUCHIIIIIIII http://konfrontacja2.tox.pl/img/fighters/kawaguchi.png From France, JEEEEROOOOMEEE LEEEEE BAAANNNNNNERRRRRRRRR http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb314/platypuswear/jerome_le_banner_sm.jpg Sixth Bout. From JAPAN, ATSUUUUUUUUSHIIIIII YAAAAMAAAAMOOOOOTOOOOO http://www.mmalinker.com/wiki/images/4/45/AMoto.jpg Also from JAPAN, RUUUUMIIIIIINAAAAA SAAAAATTTOOOOOOOOOO http://www.mmalinker.com/wiki/images/d/d3/Rumina.jpg Seventh Bout. From JAPAN, FUUUMIIIIIHIIIIIROOOOO KIIIIITAAAAHAARRRRRAAAAAA http://www.tapology.com/system/letterbox_images/12858/default/Fumihiro-Kitahara.jpeg?1338844111 Also from JAPAN, HAAARUUUOOOOO OOOOOCHIIIIIIIIII http://www2.cdn.sherdog.com/_images/pictures/20110928100508_110923190206.JPG Eighth Bout. From Brazil, JOOOSEEEE MAAARIIIAAAA TOOOOOMEEEEEEEE http://www.tapology.com/system/headshot_images/12835/large/semchance2.jpg?1358926747 From JAPAN, B.J. KOOOOOOOOOJIIIIIIIIIIMMMMAAAAAAAAAA http://www.tapology.com/system/letterbox_images/12768/default/Shinichi-Kojima.jpeg?1359813939 Ninth Bout. From Brazil, PEEEEDRROOOOOO NOOOOOOBREEEEEEEEE http://media.ufc.tv/fighter_images/Pedro_Nobre/PedroNobre_Headshot.png From JAPAN, MAAASSAAAKAAAAATSSUUUUUUU UEEEEEEEDDDAAAAAAAA http://image.cdnllnwnl.xosnetwork.com/pics32/400/PD/PDFEQZVASQUPHPK.20120207031125.png MAIN EVENT. From JAPAN, KIIIIYOOOOTAAAAKAAAA SHIIIIIMIIIIIZUUUUUUUU http://www.x-shooto.jp/images/fighter/shimizuk_l.jpg From Thailand, RAAMBBBAAAAA SOOOOMMMMMDEETTTTTTTTT http://www2.cdn.sherdog.com/_images/pictures/20121028031555_Somdet_Eizumi012.JPG <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: Yuki Shojo x Henry Cejudo Round 1: >We are underway! >Cejudo slips past a left jab and fires back with a nice left hand. >Cejudo uses a flurry of lefts and rights to get Shojo to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >It looks like Shojo is trying to grab a guillotine. >Shojo is unable to apply the guillotine choke. >Cejudo gets a single leg takedown! Shojo pulls guard off it. >Cejudo is trying to pass guard. >He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control. >Cejudo looks to get a mount. >He mounts Shojo. >Cejudo starts hammering away at Shojo with punches. >There's lots of strikes landing, Shojo needs to find a way out of this position quickly! >With Shojo stuck and taking a pounding, the referee has to stop the match! >By TKO, the winner is Henry Cejudo! >Official Result: Henry Cejudo defeats Yuki Shojo (TKO (Strikes) in 2:54 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>2nd Bout: Seiya Kawahara x Koetsu Okazaki Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Okazaki hits a brutal flying knee, but Kawahara somehow doesn't go down! >Standing in the pocket, Okazaki chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Kawahara. >Kawahara stuffs the takedown attempt. >Moving in closer, Okazaki looks like he may want to wrestle Kawahara. >Okazaki can't get close enough to grapple, Kawahara makes sure to keep out of range. >Okazaki looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Kawahara. >He gets into range. >Okazaki looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Kawahara. >Kawahara ends up grappling for supremacy with Okazaki. >Using his wrestling skills, Okazaki is trying to push Kawahara up against the ropes. >He does so, and now has Kawahara pinned to the ropes. >Okazaki looks for a trip takedown. >The takedown is completed, Kawahara is on his back and pulls guard. >Okazaki tries to pass the guard. >He passes the guard well, gaining side control. >Okazaki looks to get a mount. >He can't get the mount. >Kawahara bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. >Okazaki ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble. >Kawahara stands up out of guard, holding the feet to stop any up-kicks. >Kawahara steps away from an up-kick, giving Okazaki the opportunity to stand up. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Kawahara throws out a quick left jab. >Not letting up, Okazaki steps in closer to pressure Kawahara into action. >Okazaki throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Kawahara. >Kawahara tries to counter with a right hand, but is too slow. >The takedown is successful, Kawahara pulls guard. >Okazaki attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. >Kawahara keeps Okazaki in guard. >Kawahara attempts a triangle choke on Okazaki from the bottom of the guard. >Okazaki defends well against it. >Okazaki fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. >Okazaki starts trying to work to get past the guard. >He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt. >Kawahara attempts to lock on a triangle choke. >Okazaki blocks the triangle attempt. >Okazaki throws a few right hands to the body. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Okazaki looks to pass guard and get side control. >Okazaki isn't able to pass guard on this attempt. >Okazaki gets pushed back thanks to a butterfly guard, and stands, looking down at Kawahara who remains on his back. >Breathing very hard, Koetsu Okazaki is looking ragged. >In comes Okazaki looking to get some form of ground control. >Kawahara scoots backward as soon as Okazaki comes in, initiating a scramble for position. >Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Kawahara counters a left jab by hitting a jab. >Okazaki dives forward, trying to grab a leg! >Okazaki isn't fast enough, Kawahara side-stepped out of the way. >Okazaki darts in and out of range quickly, trying to get Kawahara to commit to throwing a strike. >Moving in closer, Kawahara looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Kawahara cannot get close enough to the elusive Okazaki. >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but neither hits. >Okazaki slips past a barrage of big punches and fires back with a nice left hand. >Moving in closer, Kawahara looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Okazaki uses movement to keep out reach, frustrating Kawahara. >Okazaki hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening. >Kawahara doesn't let Okazaki settle, stepping in closer to impose himself. >Kawahara stalks Okazaki, forcing him back into the corner. >A tidy combination doesn't find a home, giving Okazaki the opportunity to counter with a solid left jab. >A feint puts him off balance, but Okazaki is still able to slip out of the way of a body kick. >Kawahara comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Kawahara is now standing in the pocket. >Slipping past a left jab, Kawahara hits several heavy right hands that put Okazaki down to the ground! >Okazaki shakes off the blow almost immediately though, and waits for Kawahara to make a move. >We move into the second half of this round. >Okazaki gets caught with a right hand from Kawahara, who remains standing, hovering over his opponent. >Kawahara gets pulled down into half guard as he looked to throw a bomb. >Kawahara tries to pound on Okazaki, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >Okazaki reaches over and tries to lock up an arm. >A kimura is fully applied, Kawahara is in huge trouble! >Shockingly, Okazaki loses it! Kawahara pops his arm free, and has somehow survived! >Kawahara attempts a kimura. >Okazaki doesn't allow the kimura to be applied. >Okazaki works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position. >Seiya Kawahara looks very tired out there. >Koetsu Okazaki seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >The scramble ends with both fighters standing, facing each other. >Okazaki swiftly avoids a barrage of big punches. >Suddenly, Okazaki dives forward and tries to grab a leg! >Kawahara gets his leg trapped, but is able to block a kneebar from being applied. >Kawahara does have to fall backward though, and ends up pulling guard. >Okazaki is trying to pass guard. >He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt. >Using his leg strength, Kawahara pushes Okazaki away, where he stands. >Okazaki tries to secure a ground position. >Okazaki dives in, but Kawahara pushes him away and starts to scramble. >The scramble fails to secure either fighter a dominant position, and they both end up standing. >Seiya Kawahara seems to be fighting against exhaustion. >Koetsu Okazaki looks exhausted. >Kawahara throws out a quick left jab. >The fight slows as Okazaki sits back and allows Kawahara to circle. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Despite being tired, Kawahara looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Okazaki. >Kawahara cannot get close enough to the elusive Okazaki. >The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. >The judges' decisions are now being announced. >Judge #1 has Kawahara as the winner. >Judge #2 has given Okazaki the win. >Judge #3: Okazaki. >Making Koetsu Okazaki the winner by split decision! >Official Result: Koetsu Okazaki defeats Seiya Kawahara (Split Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>3rd Bout: Steve Bosse x Yoshiyuki Nakanishi Round 1: >The fight begins! >Bosse fakes as if going for a single leg, keeping Nakanishi on his toes. >Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done. >Bosse shoots in for a takedown. >Nakanishi tries to avoid Bosse. >Nakanishi cannot stop the takedown, and only catches Bosse in half guard. >Bosse tries to pass the half guard. >Nakanishi keeps his half guard secure. >Bosse blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. >Bosse attempts to arm triangle Nakanishi from the top of half guard. >The arm triangle is fully applied, Nakanishi is in deep trouble but is still trying to fight free! >Out of the blue, Nakanishi breaks free! Bosse must not have had it locked up as tight as it looked. >Nakanishi tries to sweep Bosse but can't do it. >Bosse fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. >Nakanishi tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. >Bosse tries to lock Nakanishi into an arm triangle. >Nakanishi gets caught by the arm triangle! It's deep, but he just won't quit! >No! He breaks free. That was really close. >Nakanishi tries to sweep Bosse but doesn't get anywhere. >With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. >Bosse counters an errant right jab with a right body kick. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Bosse comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard. >Bosse attempts an arm triangle. >Bosse gets the arm triangle fully applied! >No! Nakanishi manages to break free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked. >Nakanishi tries to sweep Bosse but can't do it. >Bosse looks to pass half guard and get side control. >He does excellently, getting into side control. >Bosse attempts an armbar. >Nakanishi fights off the armbar attempt. >Nakanishi uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. >Steve Bosse is looking really tired. >As the scramble begins, Bosse sees that Nakanishi has left a leg in, and quickly tries to seize it. >Bosse secures the leg and applies a heel hook, Nakanishi has no option but to tap out! >The winner, by submission, is Steve 'The Boss' Bosse! >Official Result: Steve 'The Boss' Bosse defeats Yoshiyuki Nakanishi (Submission (Heel Hook) in 7:37 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: Hiromasa Ogikubo x Kyoji Horiguchi Round 1: >The fight begins! >Ogikubo moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Horiguchi slips past a left jab and fires back with a crisp jab. >Ogikubo comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Ogikubo eats a stiff counter right hand and almost goes down! >Ogikubo slips out of the way of a flurry of punches. >Ogikubo comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Ogikubo walks into a big left jab, landing right on the cheek. >There's a short stalemate as both fighters advance and throw strikes, but neither hits. >Horiguchi avoids a jab and scores with a series of quick lefts. >Ogikubo comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Horiguchi counters with a right hand that catches Ogikubo flush...and he goes down! >Horiguchi dives in quickly and secures mount on the dazed Ogikubo! >Horiguchi fires away with big punches, but Ogikubo covers up and doesn't take any undue damage. >Horiguchi blocks Ogikubo as he tries a sweep. >Horiguchi pounds away with punches, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Ogikubo covers up well. >Horiguchi blocks Ogikubo as he tries a sweep. >Horiguchi pounds away with punches, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Ogikubo covers up well. >Ogikubo tries to move Horiguchi enough to get half guard, but can't get enough space. >Horiguchi unloads with some big punches, but Ogikubo deals with them comfortably. >Horiguchi blocks an attempt to move him from mount. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Horiguchi fires away with big punches, but Ogikubo covers up and doesn't take any undue damage. >Ogikubo tries to roll Horiguchi, but only succeeds in giving up his back! >Ogikubo is in increasing trouble, as Horiguchi gets both hooks in. >Horiguchi, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. >Ogikubo stops Horiguchi from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. >Horiguchi loses his hooks, as Ogikubo pries them away. >Horiguchi fires away with small left jabs, but doesn't do much damage, if any, as Ogikubo covers up well. >Horiguchi blocks Ogikubo as he tries to roll over. >Horiguchi successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. >With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Horiguchi tries to finish Ogikubo off with a rear naked choke. >Ogikubo doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. >Horiguchi loses both hooks, but still has the back. >Ogikubo prevents Horiguchi from getting his hooks in. >In a quick move, Ogikubo turtles up. >There's under a minute left in this round. >Ogikubo takes a few right hands on the way, but manages to get back to standing. >Ogikubo slips out of the way of a leg kick. >Kyoji Horiguchi looks very tired out there. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. Round 2: >There's the bell for the start of the round! >Judging from what we heard from his corner, Horiguchi is looking to avoid takedowns as much as possible in this round. >Horiguchi avoids a quick jab and hits a crisp jab. >Ogikubo uses a flurry of lefts and rights to get Horiguchi to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Horiguchi sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Ogikubo down to the ground into a type of turtle position. >Horiguchi unloads with big right hands to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Ogikubo. >Horiguchi fires away with right hands, and Ogikubo is stung by several big shots to the side of the head. >Horiguchi prepares to throw a soccer kick to the body, but Ogikubo is able to spring back up and step away. >An errant jab sets Ogikubo up to counter-strike with a solid left. >Ogikubo throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Horiguchi. >Ogikubo is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until he is on his knees. >Horiguchi unloads with big right hands to the side of the head, landing several that clearly hurt Ogikubo. >Ogikubo gets up sharply, seeing that Horiguchi was preparing to kick him in the ribs. >They come together and strike, but neither can land a clean shot. >Not comfortable in the pocket, Ogikubo steps back and creates some space. >Ogikubo chooses to shoot in on Horiguchi. >Horiguchi sees the takedown coming and tries to move. >The takedown doesn't work, Horiguchi saw it coming and got out of range. >Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant. >Suddenly, Ogikubo dives forward and tries to grab a leg! >Grabbing a leg, Ogikubo looks for a heel hook but Horiguchi blocks it from being applied. >Unable to stop falling backward as a result of the submission attempt, Horiguchi has to pull half guard. >Ogikubo begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. >Getting his leg free with ease, he gets to side control. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Ogikubo starts trying to work to use side control as a way to get behind Horiguchi. >He does it, getting behind Horiguchi. >Breathing very hard, Hiromasa Ogikubo is looking ragged. >Horiguchi is in huge trouble now, as Ogikubo successfully gets both hooks in. >Ogikubo attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. >Horiguchi defends himself well against the choke. >From the looks of things, I don't think Kyoji Horiguchi has much energy left. >Ogikubo, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. >Ogikubo flattens Horiguchi out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! >The winner, by submission, is Hiromasa Ogikubo! >Official Result: Hiromasa Ogikubo defeats Kyoji Horiguchi (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:35 of round 2). The match was rated as being Fantastic.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>5th Bout: Yusuke Kawaguchi x Jerome Le Banner Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but neither hits. >An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage. >They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage. >Moving in closer, Le Banner looks like he wants to strike from the pocket. >Kawaguchi sees a chance for a takedown attempt, but Le Banner is able to defend it. >A jab misses and Kawaguchi counters with a crisp left hand punch. >Le Banner comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Seeing a takedown opportunity, Kawaguchi goes for a single leg, but Le Banner is equal to it. >Kawaguchi chooses to shoot in on Le Banner. >A good sprawl stops the takedown, and Kawaguchi is brought down to the mat in a loose front facelock. >Kawaguchi springs back to his feet, albeit at the expense of a few punches to the body and head. >Le Banner looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Kawaguchi. >Le Banner and Kawaguchi get closer, both looking eager to engage at close range. >Kawaguchi uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by. >Le Banner circles away, creating some distance between them. >Le Banner comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Kawaguchi tries to single leg Le Banner as he steps in, but he is too quick to step away. >We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. >Le Banner is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Kawaguchi tries to single leg Le Banner as he steps in, but he is too quick to step away. >Kawaguchi avoids a body kick. >A couple of wild haymakers are used to set up a takedown attempt from Kawaguchi. >Kawaguchi can't get past the sprawl of Le Banner, and finds himself pushed face-down to the ground. >Le Banner hits a vicious kick to the ribs! >Kawaguchi rolls over onto his back, looking up at Le Banner. >Le Banner motions for Kawaguchi to stand up, which he does. >Le Banner stings Kawaguchi with a series of quick lefts. >Jerome Le Banner looks very tired out there. >A straight left fails to land and Kawaguchi is able to fire back with a stinging left jab. >Kawaguchi swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Le Banner. >The takedown is blocked with a sprawl! Le Banner has Kawaguchi at close quarters and wrestles him to the floor, finishing in his guard. >Le Banner throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. >Kawaguchi tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Le Banner. >Yusuke Kawaguchi is looking really tired. >Le Banner tries to stand up, but can't get free of the guard. >Kawaguchi grabs an arm and raises his legs, trying to lock Le Banner into a triangle choke. >Kawaguchi gets the triangle choke, it's in deep and Le Banner has to tap out! >The winner, by submission, is Yusuke Kawaguchi! >Official Result: Yusuke Kawaguchi defeats Jerome 'Geronimo' Le Banner (Submission (Triangle With Armbar) in 9:18 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="35278" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>6th Bout: Atsushi Yamamoto x Rumina Sato Round 1: >Round one begins! >There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage. >From the missed strikes they clinch. >From the grapple, Sato tries to pick Yamamoto up on his shoulder for a slam. >He can't get it though, Yamamoto defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely. >Yamamoto feints stepping in. >Yamamoto counters a left jab by using a crisp left hand punch. >Yamamoto tries for a left jab but Sato moves out of range. >Sato slips out of the way of a jab. >Sato moves out of range of a flurry of punches. >Yamamoto counters a left jab by hitting a clean jab. >Backing out of range, Yamamoto circles tentatively. >Sato steps in closer to force the issue. >Sato shoots in, looking for a takedown. >Yamamoto sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Sato down to the ground into a type of turtle position. >Yamamoto rolls Sato out of turtle position and into side control. >Yamamoto is trying to move from side control to mount. >Sato doesn't let Yamamoto get the mount, and so he remains at side control. >Sato reaches over and tries to lock up an arm. >Yamamoto blocks it. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Yamamoto tries to get into the mount position. >Sato doesn't let Yamamoto get the mount, and so he remains at side control. >Yamamoto blocks an attempt to pull guard. >Yamamoto attempts to move to mount. >Yamamoto struggles but cannot mount Sato. >Sato tries to lock on an arm-in guillotine from the bottom of side control. >Yamamoto alters his posture to prevent it. >In side control, Yamamoto throws a couple of punches designed to keep Sato guessing. >The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up. >Yamamoto throws a left jab but Sato avoids it. >Sato uses a flurry of lefts and rights to get Yamamoto to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >Yamamoto sprawls well, and Sato is forced down to his knees, almost turtled up. >Rolled over from turtle position Sato is left caught in side control. >Yamamoto looks to get a mount. >Yamamoto struggles but cannot mount Sato. >Sato attempts to secure an arm-in guillotine. >Sato cannot get it applied. >The time runs out on round one. Round 2: >Round two begins! >Yamamoto isn't drawn in by Sato feinting to his left. >Yamamoto counters a left jab by using two big right hands! >Yamamoto uses head movement to dodge a jab, and counters with a barrage of big rights! >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Yamamoto hits a solid left jab. >Both fighters fire off strikes, but neither does any significant damage. >A left jab misses, giving Yamamoto the chance to hit back with a series of heavy rights! >They come together and strike, but neither can land a clean shot. >Sato covers up, absorbing a flurry of punches. >Sato shows good head movement to avoid getting caught with a jab. >Standing in the pocket, Sato chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Yamamoto. >Sato can't get the takedown, Yamamoto defended it well. >Sato counters a flurry of punches with a clean jab. >Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either. >Yamamoto counters an errant left jab with a left jab to the cheek. >Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Moving in closer, Sato looks like he may want to wrestle Yamamoto. >He pulls Yamamoto into a grapple. >Sato tries to pick Yamamoto up for a slam. >He can't get it though, Yamamoto defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely. >Atsushi Yamamoto doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. >Moving forward, Yamamoto counters a left jab with a barrage of big right hands, forcing Sato back! >They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage. >In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch. >Sato is looking to muscle Yamamoto back against the ropes. >He does so, and now has Yamamoto pinned to the ropes. >Rumina Sato is looking really tired. >Sato shows great control, keeping Yamamoto pressed against the ropes while punishing him with sharp strikes to the body for roughly half a minute. >With Yamamoto stuck against the ropes, Sato tries to complete a takedown. >Sato tries hard but cannot get Yamamoto off of his feet. >From the looks of things, I don't think Atsushi Yamamoto has much energy left. >Yamamoto turns Sato slightly, but can't create enough space to get free of the clinch. >Sato attempts to wrestle Yamamoto to the ground. >He has the takedown! Yamamoto pulls guard. >Rumina Sato looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Sato throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. >Sato blocks an attempted sweep. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Sato throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. >Sato attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. >He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt. >Sato gets pulled in tight, stopping him from posturing up or launching any attacks. >We reach the time limit and this fight is over. >Here come the official decisions. >All three judges have agreed that Yamamoto is the winner. >The winner, by unanimous decision, is Atsushi Yamamoto! >Official Result: Atsushi Yamamoto defeats 'Moon Wolf' Rumina Sato (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>7th Bout: Fumihiro Kitahara x Haruo Ochi Round 1: >We are underway! >Both fighters throw strikes at the same time, both miss. >There's a takedown attempt from Kitahara. >Kitahara can't get the takedown, Ochi defends it well and pulls them into a clinch. >Ochi tries to wrestle Kitahara backward and up against the ropes. >Ochi achieves it, pinning Kitahara to the ropes. >Ochi tries to take Kitahara down. >The takedown is successful, Kitahara pulls guard. >Ochi begins trying to pass the guard. >Kitahara comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Ochi in guard. >Kitahara secures an arm and tries to ensnare Ochi in a triangle. >Ochi defends well against it. >Ochi looks to get past the guard. >He can't get free of the guard. >Grabbing an arm, Kitahara attempts to lock on a triangle choke. >Ochi pulls his arm free before the triangle can be locked in. >Ochi punches down at Kitahara, but they are easily taken on the gloves. >Kitahara secures an arm and tries to ensnare Ochi in a triangle. >Ochi pulls his arm free before the triangle can be locked in. >The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. >There's a takedown attempt from Kitahara. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Ochi blocked Kitahara. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Kitahara uses a right hook to the body, but misses. >Ochi comes in closer to press the issue. >Ochi throws a left jab but Kitahara avoids it. >Kitahara throws three punches in quick succession, but Ochi was out of range. >Ochi steps in closer to force the issue. >Ochi chooses to shoot in on Kitahara. >Ochi gets a single leg takedown, but as soon as Kitahara hits the ground he spins out and away and gets back to his feet. >Kitahara comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Kitahara doesn't get the takedown, Ochi was equal to it and pulls them into a clinch. >Ochi, controlling the grapple with Kitahara, tries to scoop him up for a slam. >Kitahara defends it well and slips away from his opponent. >Ochi swings wildly to get Kitahara to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown. >The takedown is completed, Kitahara is on his back and pulls half guard. >Ochi throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. >Kitahara uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles. >Kitahara manages to come out on top, with Ochi pulling guard. >We're into the final minute of the round. >Kitahara attempts to pass guard. >Kitahara struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard. >The time is up, and that's the end of round one. Round 2: >We are back underway! >Ochi counters a left jab with a clean jab. >Kitahara shoots in, looking for a takedown. >The takedown doesn't work, Ochi sprawled to defend it and then works into a clinch position. >Breathing very hard, Fumihiro Kitahara is looking ragged. >Ochi tries to wrestle Kitahara backward and up against the ropes. >He does so, and now has Kitahara pinned to the ropes. >Ochi catches Kitahara with a knee strike to the thigh. >Haruo Ochi looks very tired out there. >Kitahara 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. >Ochi smothers Kitahara against the ropes and stomps down on his foot. >Ochi launches an elbow strike but Kitahara is ready and uses some wrestling to turn around so that Ochi is the one against the ropes. >With the ropes trapping Ochi, Kitahara looks to try and take him down. >Ochi shows stubborn resistance and Kitahara cannot complete the takedown. >Ochi creates a little bit of space, and that's enough for him to circle away out of the grapple and back to the center. >There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Kitahara. >Ochi sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Kitahara down to the ground into a type of turtle position. >Fumihiro Kitahara looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. >Turtled up, Kitahara can do nothing about giving up his back. >Ochi tries to put Kitahara in a rear naked choke. >Kitahara can't fight off the rear naked choke, and once he is flattened out he has to tap! >By submission, the winner is Haruo Ochi! >Official Result: Haruo Ochi defeats Fumihiro Kitahara (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:53 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>8th Bout: Jose Maria Tome x B.J. Kojima Round 1: >And here we go! >An errant jab sets Tome up to counter-strike with a left jab to the cheek. >A jab misses and Kojima counters with a solid left jab. >Tome avoids a leg kick and scores with a quick series of punches. >A weak body kick is countered by Tome with a flurry of jabs and straight punches. >Moving forward, Kojima counters a left jab with a kick to the inside of the left leg. >Kojima is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket. >Kojima can't close the distance, Tome keeps him away with strikes. >A straight left fails to land and Kojima is able to fire back with a sharp kick just above the hip. >A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning. >Tome throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage. >Not letting up, Kojima steps in closer to pressure Tome into action. >A weak right kick is countered by Tome with a series of lefts. >Kojima comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Tome tries to avoid Kojima. >The takedown is unsuccessful, Tome avoided Kojima. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Tome avoids a jab and scores with a series of quick punches. >Tome counters a wayward left jab with a jab. >A body kick misses, giving Tome an opening to score with a stinging left jab. >Kojima counters a wayward left jab with a scything low kick to the legs. >Those strikes to the legs are going to take their toll. >Tome throws a speculative right, but it is nowhere near hitting. >Not letting Tome settle, Kojima moves in closer. >A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Kojima. >Kojima eats a stiff counter right hand and almost goes down! >A straight left fails to land and Tome is able to fire back with a solid left. >Kojima moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a kick to the side of the ribs. >Kojima slips out of the way of a jab. >The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. >Tome throws a left jab but Kojima avoids it. >A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Kojima to fire back with a body kick. >Round one ends as time expires. Round 2: >Round two begins! >Kojima counters a flurry of punches with a clean jab. >Kojima comes in, looking for a quick takedown. >Tome stuffs the takedown attempt and then pulls Kojima into a clinch. >Tome and Kojima separate and we're back to a stand-off. >Moving in closer, Kojima looks like he may want to wrestle Tome. >A counter right hook catches Kojima hard, almost putting him down! >Kojima moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a hard kick across the side. >Kojima comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >The takedown doesn't work, Tome sprawled to defend it and then works into a clinch position. >Tome and Kojima break the grapple and are apart again, circling. >Moving forward, Kojima counters a left jab with a kick to the inside of the left leg. >There are signs that Jose Maria Tome is definitely feeling the damage done to his legs. >A weak right kick is countered by Tome with a flurry of jabs and straight punches. >There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores. >Kojima avoids a flurry of punches. >Kojima throws a looping punch, but Tome avoids it. >Tome doesn't press the issue, allowing Kojima to circle. >Kojima steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere. >It seems that Tome is happy to let Kojima circle for the moment. >We pass the halfway mark of this round. >Kojima comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in. >Tome sprawls to stop the takedown, then pulls Kojima up close into a clinch. >Shinichi Kojima is looking really tired. >The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart. >A jab misses and Kojima counters with a hard kick across the side. >Kojima keeps out of range, assessing the situation. >It seems that Tome is happy to let Kojima circle for the moment. >Kojima, who is visibly tired, looks like he might want to get in close and wrestle with Tome. >Kojima gets caught out and eats a stiff left jab. >Jose Maria Tome is looking really tired. >A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate. >A left hand misses, allowing Kojima to counter with a jab. >Kojima slips past a left jab and counters with a hard leg kick. >Jose Maria Tome is finding it hard to put any weight on his injured leg. >There's under a minute left in this round. >Tome throws a speculative right, but it is nowhere near hitting. >Not letting up, Kojima quickly steps in closer to attack Tome. >A couple of ragged punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from a visibly tired Kojima. >Tome tries to step away from the takedown. >The takedown doesn't work, Tome saw it coming and got out of range. >From the looks of things, I don't think Shinichi Kojima has much energy left. >We reach the time limit and this fight is over. >The judges' decisions are now being announced. >Judge #1: Tome. >Judge #2 has given Kojima the win. >Judge #3 has given Tome the win. >Tome wins by split decision! >Official Result: Jose 'No Chance' Maria Tome defeats Shinichi 'BJ' Kojima (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>9th Bout: Pedro Nobre x Masakatsu Ueda Round 1: >Round one begins! >Ueda darts in, feints a jab, darts back out. >A nicely executed one-two combination sets up a takedown attempt from Ueda. >Ueda gets a single leg takedown! Nobre pulls guard off it. >Ueda attempts to pass guard. >He passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control. >Ueda attempts to move to mount. >Advancing his position, he gets mount. >Ueda attempts an armbar. >Nobre rolls with it, using the armbar attempt as a way of getting on top in side control. >Nobre lets go of side control and stands up, then backs off, wanting the fight standing. >Nobre comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Nobre moves into the pocket. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Ueda hits a kick to the ribs. >Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage. >Moving in closer, Ueda looks like he may want to wrestle Nobre. >Nobre ends up grappling for supremacy with Ueda. >With underhooks giving him solid control over Nobre, Ueda looks for a takedown. >He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a Greco-Roman slam! Nobre pulls guard. >Ueda fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. >Ueda attempts to pass guard. >Nobre can't fend off the effort, and can only stop Ueda at half guard. >We are now at the halfway point of the round. >Ueda begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. >Advancing his position with ease, he mounts Nobre. >Ueda tries to lock Nobre in an armbar. >The armbar is fully applied, Nobre has no option but to tap out! >By submission, the winner is Masakatsu Ueda! >Official Result: Masakatsu Ueda defeats Pedro Nobre (Submission (Armbar) in 6:37 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: Kiyotaka Shimizu x Rambaa Somdet Round 1: >There's the opening bell! >Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either. >Somdet moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a right body kick. >Somdet catches Shimizu with a barrage of big punches. >Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Somdet hits a solid right hook to the body. >Slipping past a one-two combination, Shimizu counters with a nice jab. >Using good head movement, Shimizu slips past a tight combination and hits a left jab to the cheek. >Somdet dodges a jab, and fires back with a solid left jab. >Somdet throws a left jab but Shimizu uses good head movement to make sure it slips by. >Not comfortable in the pocket, Shimizu steps back and creates some space. >Somdet comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket. >Somdet moves into the pocket. >Slipping past a one-two combination, Shimizu counters with a stinging jab. >Shimizu tries for a left jab but Somdet uses head movement to avoid it. >Somdet slips past a jab and scores with some heavy right hands...Shimizu tries to cover up but is knocked down! >Somdet dives in quickly and secures mount on the dazed Shimizu! >Somdet pounds away from the mount, but Shimizu covers up and defends them well. >Shimizu uses good hip movement to unbalance Somdet, gaining enough space to get to half guard. >Somdet attempts to pass half guard. >Somdet struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard. >Shimizu goes for the sweep from half guard. >It's a really deep one and allows Shimizu to roll Somdet, ending up on top in side control. >We go past the halfway point of this round. >Shimizu starts trying to work to go from side control to mount. >Shimizu shifts to mount. >Shimizu pounds away from the mount, but is unable to land many clean shots on Somdet. >Shimizu unloads with big elbows from the mount, but Somdet is able to deal with most of them. >Shimizu pounds away on Somdet, but few of the shots lands clean. >Shimizu unloads with big elbows from the mount, but Somdet is able to deal with most of them. >Shimizu pounds away from the mount with elbows, but Somdet covers up and defends them well. >Shimizu controls Somdet, who was trying to wriggle to half guard. >Shimizu fires away with punches, but Somdet deals with them fairly well. >Shimizu fires away with big punches, but Somdet covers up and doesn't take any undue damage. >Somdet tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Shimizu. >We have one minute of the round remaining. >Shimizu pounds away with elbows, but doesn't do much damage, if any, Somdet covers up well. >Somdet tries to move Shimizu out of mount but can't. >Shimizu tries to pound on Somdet with elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. >The time runs out on round one. Round 2: >That was a quality round and the fans are really getting into this. >And here we go, round two! >It sounded like his corner told Somdet to hit Shimizu with everything he has in this round. >Somdet catches Shimizu with a dazzling flying knee, knocking him out cold! >Rambaa Somdet takes the victory by way of Knock Out! >Official Result: Rambaa 'M16' Somdet defeats Kiyotaka Shimizu (Knock Out (Knee) in 0:34 of round 2). The match was rated as being Fantastic.</div></blockquote> BWGP Semifinals: Atsushi Yamamoto x Koetsu Okazaki Masakatsu Ueda x Hiromasa Ogikubo FLYGP Semifinals: Haruo Ochi x Henry Cejudo Rambaa Somdet x Jose Maria Tome Prediction Results: CageRage- 21-16

wekka · March 19, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships Announce First Set of Promotional Releases

With so many recent signings, it was to be expected that some cuts were about to be made. Today is that day, as many of PURE's original signings have been given their walking papers.

Below is the complete list of fighters that PURE has future endeavored.

Heavyweight:

Jerome Le Banner

David Oliva

Sokoudjou

Cruiserweight:

Emanuel Newton

Raphael Davis

Middleweight:

Mario Miranda

Dave Branch

Frank Trigg

Welterweight:

Shamil Zavurov

Xavier Lucas

Yuri Villefort

Jordan Smith

Lightweight:

Tyrone Glover

Abdul Mohamed

Luiz Azeredo

Bantamweight:

Jens Pulver

Motonobu Tezuka

Sidemar Honorio

Yusaku Nakamura

Honggang Yao

Flyweight:

Vic Darchinyan

Kentaro Watanabe

Noboru Tahara

Junya Kodo

wekka · March 20, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XIII: HW/CW/MW/WW Grand Prix Semifinals 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 XIII: HW/CW/MW/WW Grand Prix Semifinals @ Yokohama Arena/ 2nd Week of March 2014 Opening Bout: Brian Foster (19-5) x Robert Whittaker (11-3) 2nd Bout: Welterweight Grand Prix Semifinal: John Howard (20-7) x Gunnar Nelson (12-0-1) 3rd Bout: Cruiserweight Grand Prix Semifinal: Jimi Manuwa (14-0) x Jan Blachowicz (18-3) 4th Bout: Middleweight Grand Prix Semifinal: Ralek Gracie (5-0) x Jake Rosholt (14-5) 5th Bout: Heavyweight Grand Prix Semifinal: Todd Duffee (10-2) x Mijain Lopez (2-0) 6th Bout Lion Takeshi (22-7) x Wicky Akiyo (12-8-1) 7th Bout: Heavyweight Grand Prix Semifinal: Guram Gugenishvili (13-2) x Levan Razmadze (7-0) 8th Bout: Middleweight Grand Prix Semifinal: Hiroshi Izumi (6-2) x Jorge Santiago (27-10) 9th Bout: Welterweight Grand Prix Semifinal: K-Taro Nakamura (26-5-2) x Taisuke Okuno (14-6-2) Main Event: Cruiserweight Grand Prix Semifinal: Ricardo Arona (16-5) x Xande Ribeiro (4-0) </div></blockquote>

CageRage · March 20, 2013

Opening Bout:

Brian Foster (19-5)

x

Robert Whittaker (11-3)

2nd Bout: Welterweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

John Howard (20-7)

x

Gunnar Nelson (12-0-1)

3rd Bout: Cruiserweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Jimi Manuwa (14-0)

x

Jan Blachowicz (18-3)

4th Bout: Middleweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Ralek Gracie (5-0)

x

Jake Rosholt (14-5)

5th Bout: Heavyweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Todd Duffee (10-2)

x

Mijain Lopez (2-0)

6th Bout

Lion Takeshi (22-7)

x

Wicky Akiyo (12-8-1)

7th Bout: Heavyweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Guram Gugenishvili (13-2)

x

Levan Razmadze (7-0)

8th Bout: Middleweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Hiroshi Izumi (6-2)

x

Jorge Santiago (27-10)

9th Bout: Welterweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

K-Taro Nakamura (26-5-2)

x

Taisuke Okuno (14-6-2)

Main Event: Cruiserweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Ricardo Arona (16-5)

x

Xande Ribeiro (4-0)

wekka · March 21, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XIII: HW/CW/MW/WW Grand Prix Semifinals Official Weigh-In's

Live from Pan Pacific Yokohama Bay Hotel:

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Weigh-In Results:

Brian Foster (171)

x

Robert Whittaker (170)

John Howard (171)

x

Gunnar Nelson (171)

Jimi Manuwa (205)

x

Jan Blachowicz (205)

Ralek Gracie (186)

x

Jake Rosholt (185)

Todd Duffee (249)

x

Mijain Lopez (264)

Lion Takeshi (145)

x

Wicky Akiyo (144)

Guram Gugenishvili (250)

x

Levan Razmadze (273)

Hiroshi Izumi (185)

x

Jorge Santiago (185)

K-Taro Nakamura (169)

x

Taisuke Okuno (171)

Ricardo Arona (205)

x

Xande Ribeiro (206)

wekka · March 23, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XIII: HW/CW/MW/WW Grand Prix Semifinals

@ Yokohama Arena (14,264)

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Hello everyone! PURE has returned for their first card of the new year, as we finally hit the final stretch of championship grand prix action, as tonight will decide which heavyweights, cruiserweights, middleweights, and welterweights advance to fight for the title this upcoming July.

Of course, we have an incredible card in store for you starting with the main event tonight as JMMA living legend, Ricardo Arona faces undefeated jiu-jitsu master, Xande Ribeiro. Our co-main event will be an all-Japan affair as K-Taro Nakamura faces one of the most exciting fighters in the entire company, Taisuke Okuno.

Also on tap, Hiroshi Izumi resumes his incredible run at 185 as he fights former Sengoku Middleweight Champion, Jorge Santiago. A battle of two streaking Georgian heavyweights, Guram versus Levan! Also, one of the most anticipated fights of the night. It's the NEW BREED, Todd Duffee versus undefeated, two time Olympic gold medalist, Mijain Lopez.

Rounding out the card will be appearances by Ralek Gracie, Jake Rosholt, Jimi Manuwa, Gunnar Nelson, John Howard, Lion Takeshi, Wicky Akiyo, Jan Blachowicz, and Brian Foster.

The time has come and we are now ready for the OPENING CEREMONIES!

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Ladies and Gentlemen! Welcome to the Yokohama Arena for PURE Fighting Championships XIII: Heavyweight, Cruiserweight, Middleweight, and Welterweight Grand Prix Semifinals!

Tonight, only four fighters remain in each respective division and are only one win away from fighting for the championship! Who will realize their dream and who will fall just short?

This is sport. This is art. This is excellence. THIS. IS. PURE!

Opening Bout. From Australia, ROBBBBBERTTTT WHITTTAAKKKKERRRRRR

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His opponent, from the United States, BRIIIIANNNNN FOOOOOSTTERRRRRR

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Second Bout. Welterweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From Iceland, GUNNNNARRRRR NELLLLLSOONNNNNNN

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From the United States, JOOHHHNNNNNN HOOWWWWAAARRRRDDDDD

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Third Bout. Cruiserweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From Poland, JAAAANNNN BLAAAACHHOOOOOWIIIICCZZZZZ

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From England, JIIMMMMIIIIII MAAANNNUUUUWAAAAAAAAA

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Fourth Bout. Middleweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From the United States, JAAAAAAKKEEE ROOOOOOSHOOLLLTTTT

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From Brazil, RAAAAALEKKKKK GRAAAAACIIIEEEEEEEE

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Fifth Bout. Heavyweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From Cuba, MIIIJAAIIIINNNN LOOOOOOOPEZZZZZZZZZ

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From the United States, TODDDDDDD DUFFFFFFEEEEEEEEEEEE

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Sixth Bout. From JAPAN, WIIICKKKYYYYY AKKIIIIIIYOOOOOOOO

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Also from JAPAN, LIIIIIOOONNNNN TAAAAKESHHHIIIIIIIIIII

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Seventh Bout. Heavyweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From Georgia, LEVVVANNNNNNN RAAAZZZMAAADZZEEEEEE

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Also from Georgia, GUUUUURAAAAAMMM GUUUGENISHVIIIIIIIILLIIIIIIIIII

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Eighth Bout. From Brazil, JOORRRRGGGGEEE SAAAANNNTIIIIAAAAGOOOOOOO

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From JAPAN, HIIIIIROOOOOOOSHIIIIII IIIIIIIZUUUUUUMMIIIIIIIIII

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Ninth Bout. Welterweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From JAPAN, TAAIIIIISUKEEEEEE OOOOOOKUUUUUUNOOOOOOOO

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Also from JAPAN, KEIIIIIITAAAAAAA NAAAAKAAAAMUUUUURRAAAAAAAA

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MAIN EVENT. From Brazil, XAAANNNDEEEE RIIIIBEIIIIROOOOOOOOOOO

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Also from Brazil, RIIIIIIICAARRRRDDOOOOOO AAAAAROONNNNNNAAAAAAAAA

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Opening Bout: Robert Whittaker x Brian Foster

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>A left hand misses, allowing Foster to counter with a stinging leg kick.
>Whittaker feints rushing in, but withdraws.
>Foster steps back to avoid a left jab.
>A speculative right hand from Whittaker doesn't find a home.
>Not letting Whittaker settle at all, Foster comes in closer.
>Moving in closer, Foster looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>He gets into range.
>From the pocket, Foster shoots in for a double leg.
>Whittaker gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.
>Foster looks to pass guard and get side control.
>Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control.
>Foster looks to roll Whittaker slightly and slip behind.
>Whittaker can't stop it and gives up his back!
>Foster increases his control by getting both hooks in.
>Foster, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
>Foster gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Whittaker has to tap out!

>The winner, by submission, is Brian Foster!
>Official Result: Brian Foster defeats Robert Whittaker (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:07 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.

2nd Bout: Gunnar Nelson x John Howard

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>An errant jab sets Howard up to counter-strike with a solid left jab.
>Howard counters a wayward left jab with a quick right that lands flush, knocking Nelson out cold!

>The winner, by Knock Out; John Howard!
>Official Result: 'Doomsday' John Howard defeats Gunnar 'Gunni' Nelson (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:46 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.

3rd Bout: Jan Blachowicz x Jimi Manuwa

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>Blachowicz swiftly avoids a barrage of big punches, having fallen for a feint.
>Several big right hands miss, setting Blachowicz up to counter-strike with a jab.
>Manuwa feints rushing in, but withdraws.
>Manuwa counters a right kick to the body by hitting a superb combination of left hook to the body and a big right cross.
>A straight left fails to land and Blachowicz is able to fire back with a right body kick.
>Manuwa feints going high and then throws a barrage of big rights, with Blachowicz only just able to evade them.
>Manuwa darts in and out of range quickly, trying to get Blachowicz to commit to throwing a strike.
>Manuwa looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Blachowicz.
>Blachowicz now has Manuwa standing in the pocket.
>Blachowicz uses head movement to slip past a vicious right and he hits a leg kick.
>Using head movement, Blachowicz slips past a left jab and counters with a jab.
>Manuwa uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by.
>Manuwa slips past a jab and scores with a nice left.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up grappling.
>Blachowicz attempts to wrestle Manuwa to the ground.
>Blachowicz doesn't get the takedown, Manuwa blocked it.
>Manuwa tries to get free of the clinch, but is stuck.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Blachowicz tries to take Manuwa down.
>Blachowicz doesn't get the takedown, Manuwa blocked it.
>Manuwa pushes away and manages to get clear of the grapple.
>Manuwa throws a feint.
>Manuwa feints left and tries to get Blachowicz to commit to a strike, but gets no joy.
>Manuwa bobs and weaves.
>Blachowicz presses in closer to attack.
>Blachowicz chooses to shoot in on Manuwa.
>Manuwa sprawls, stopping the takedown and forcing Blachowicz down to the ground into a type of turtle position.
>Looking to capitalise, Manuwa tries to set up a D'Arce choke!
>Blachowicz can't get it.
>Turtled up, Blachowicz takes a wicked kick to the ribs!
>Blachowicz rolls over onto his back, looking up at Manuwa.
>Blachowicz eats a vicious stomp!
>Manuwa tries to secure a ground position.
>Blachowicz scoots backward as soon as Manuwa comes in, initiating a scramble for position.
>Manuwa spots an opportunity and moves quickly to try and secure one of his opponent's legs.
>Blachowicz avoids the threat of a leg lock and ends up in guard.
>Blachowicz tries to pound on Manuwa, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
>Manuwa attempts to lock on a triangle choke.
>Blachowicz blocks the triangle attempt.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Blachowicz tries to smother Manuwa but can't keep control long enough.
>Blachowicz postures up, stopping Manuwa from throwing elbows from the bottom.
>Blachowicz looks to pass guard and get side control.
>He can't find a way past the guard.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2:
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Blachowicz tries for a left jab but Manuwa moves out of range.
>Manuwa avoids a right kick to the body and hits a tasty jab - right cross combination.
>A feint puts him off balance, but Manuwa is still able to slip out of the way of a body kick.
>A straight left from Manuwa fails to land.
>Not letting Manuwa settle at all, Blachowicz comes in closer.
>Blachowicz is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>Blachowicz moves into the pocket.
>Manuwa lets a jab sail wide and counter-strikes with a straight left.
>A left jab misses the mark and allows Manuwa to counter with several big right hands, putting Blachowicz down, dazed!
>Manuwa senses victory and starts to unload with punches!
>Manuwa pounds away, Blachowicz is barely able to offer any defence at all!
>With Blachowicz taking a beating, the referee has to stop the match!

>Jimi Manuwa takes the victory by way of TKO!
>Official Result: Jimi 'The Poster Boy' Manuwa defeats Jan Blachowicz (TKO (Strikes) in 2:54 of round 2). The match was rated as being Good.

4th Bout: Jake Rosholt x Ralek Gracie

Round 1:
>We are underway!
>Rosholt feints an attack, keeping Gracie on his toes.
>Rosholt feints throwing a jab.
>A couple of wild punches misses, allowing Rosholt to hit back with a left jab to the cheek.
>Rosholt is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Gracie.
>Gracie uses movement to keep out reach, meaning Rosholt cannot get close enough to grapple.
>Gracie chooses to shoot in on Rosholt.
>Rosholt tries to avoid the takedown.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Rosholt avoided Gracie.
>Gracie circles as he plans his next move.
>The fight slows as Rosholt sits back and allows Gracie to circle.
>Rosholt moves in quickly after a wayward punch and hits a nice jab.
>Rosholt is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Gracie.
>Rosholt grabs Gracie and pulls him into a grapple.
>Using his wrestling skills, Rosholt is trying to push Gracie up against the ropes.
>Gracie doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.
>Clinched with Rosholt, Gracie looks to try and take him down.
>The takedown is completed, Rosholt is on his back and pulls half guard.
>Gracie attempts a kimura.
>Rosholt doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.
>Rosholt uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles.
>The scramble ends with both fighters standing, facing each other.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>A couple of wild haymakers are used to set up a takedown attempt from Gracie.
>Rosholt tries to step away from the takedown.
>Rosholt avoids the takedown attempt.
>Rosholt keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Gracie quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done.
>Gracie counters a left jab by using some big right hands!
>Standing in the pocket, Gracie chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Rosholt.
>The takedown is successful! It's a single leg, but Gracie can't get any sort of control as Rosholt spins away instantly and is able to regain his footing.
>Moving in closer, Rosholt looks like he may want to wrestle Gracie.
>Gracie ends up grappling for supremacy with Rosholt.
>Rosholt tries to wrestle Gracie backward and up against the ropes.
>Rosholt can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.
>Gracie tries to take Rosholt down.
>Gracie doesn't get the takedown, Rosholt instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.
>Rosholt is aiming to get Gracie into a Muay Thai clinch.
>Rosholt achieves it, Gracie could not fight out of it.
>Gracie uses his grappling to move from being stuck in a Muay Thai clinch to the collar-and-elbow position.
>Ralek Gracie looks very tired out there.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Rosholt is trying to muscle Gracie up against the ropes.
>He does so, and now has Gracie pinned to the ropes.
>Rosholt tries to press him up against the ropes, but finds it hard to keep any sort of real control.
>Rosholt suddenly finds a guillotine choke slapped on him, and he gets pulled down to the ground in it!
>Rosholt gets caught in a guillotine, but is not tapping!
>It looks like the choke is not perfectly applied, and that is allowing Rosholt to breathe.
>The guillotine is finally released, Gracie may have gassed his arms trying to force the tap out.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2:
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>An exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Rosholt feints going high, but Gracie doesn't buy it.
>Moving forward, Gracie counters a series of wayward big punches with a kick to the inside of the left leg.
>Rosholt counters a wayward low right kick with a series of quick lefts.
>Moving in closer, Rosholt looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>Gracie keeps himself moving out of range.
>Both fighters throw strikes at the same time, both miss.
>Gracie keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Rosholt doesn't let Gracie settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Ralek Gracie seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
>There's a short stalemate as both fighters advance and throw strikes, but neither hits.
>Moving in closer, Rosholt looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>Gracie uses movement to keep out reach, frustrating Rosholt.
>Rosholt throws a swift jab but doesn't do any damage.
>Time slips away as Gracie doesn't press Rosholt, allowing him to circle.
>Jake Rosholt is breathing very hard.
>Gracie avoids a flurry of punches.
>Rosholt counters a left jab by using a couple of hard rights!
>We move into the second half of this round.
>That last strike may have hurt Gracie, he is backing away but looks punch-drunk!
>Rosholt steps in and tries to finish with a scorching right hand, but Gracie narrowly avoids it.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, but neither does any significant damage.
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>Gracie circles away, creating some distance between them.
>Rosholt throws out a quick left jab.
>The fight slows as Gracie sits back and allows Rosholt to circle.
>Despite being tired, Rosholt looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Gracie.
>Gracie keeps himself moving out of range.
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage.
>In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch.
>Gracie looks to get some strikes in, but Rosholt seizes the moment and wrestles his way into control of the grapple.
>Jake Rosholt looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>Using his wrestling skills, Rosholt is trying to push Gracie up against the ropes.
>Rosholt can't manage it, and Gracie gets out of the grapple entirely.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Gracie tries for a left jab but Rosholt moves out of range.
>Ralek Gracie looks like he is completely out of gas.
>Moving in closer, a tired-looking Rosholt apparently wants to strike from the pocket.
>Backing off, Gracie makes sure to keep out of range.
>Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

>The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.
>All three judges have agreed that Gracie is the winner.
>So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Ralek Gracie!
>Official Result: Ralek Gracie defeats Jake Rosholt (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.

5th Bout: Mijain Lopez x Todd Duffee

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>An exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Duffee throws a combination of rights and lefts, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Mijain Lopez stuffs the takedown attempt and then pulls Duffee into a clinch.
>Mijain Lopez is trying to push Duffee so that his back is up against the ropes.
>He does so, and now has Duffee pinned to the ropes.
>Duffee takes a hard foot stomp.
>Mijain Lopez tries to maintain control, but Duffee isn't letting himself get bullied like that.
>Mijain Lopez tries to keep him up against the ropes with wrestling, but Duffee struggles and doesn't let himself get controlled.
>Mijain Lopez tries to maintain control, but Duffee wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Mijain Lopez ends up backed against the ropes.
>Duffee tries to foot stomp Mijain Lopez, but he puts himself off balance and gets turned around against the ropes.
>Mijain Lopez tries to maintain control, but Duffee wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Mijain Lopez ends up backed against the ropes.
>Duffee looks for a foot stomp but Mijain Lopez takes the opportunity to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.
>With no progress being made, the referee separates them.
>Mijain Lopez looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Duffee.
>Strikes from Duffee keep Mijain Lopez from stepping in too close, and he is forced to step back.
>Mijain Lopez comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Duffee cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Mijain Lopez throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Duffee tries to ensnare Mijain Lopez in a triangle.
>Mijain Lopez pulls free before the triangle can be locked in.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Time slips away as Mijain Lopez successfully keeps Duffee stuck against the ground.
>In guard, Mijain Lopez catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
>Mijain Lopez leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Duffee.
>The clock runs down as Duffee is being smothered against the ground by Mijain Lopez.
>Time slips away as Mijain Lopez successfully keeps Duffee stuck against the ground.
>Mijain Lopez throws a few right hands to the body.
>Duffee attempts a triangle choke on Mijain Lopez from the bottom of the guard.
>Mijain Lopez blocks the attempt.
>Todd Duffee is breathing very hard.
>Mijain Lopez lies on top of Duffee, basically smothering him.
>With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Slowed down by physical tiredness, Duffee still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>Mijain Lopez lets Duffee get closer.
>Stepping back, Mijain Lopez creates a bit of distance.
>A jab misses and Mijain Lopez counters with a stinging left jab.
>Slowed down by physical tiredness, Duffee still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>Duffee and Mijain Lopez get closer, both looking eager to engage at close range.
>The time runs out on round one.

Round 2:
>And here we go, round two!
>A left jab misses and Duffee counters with a right to the chin, Mijain Lopez crumples to the ground! He is unconscious!

>The winner, by Knock Out; Todd Duffee!
>Official Result: 'The Irish Car Bomb' Todd Duffee defeats Mijain Lopez Nunez (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:23 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.

6th Bout: Wicky Akiyo x Lion Takeshi

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>Inoue avoids a series of wayward big punches and counters with a superb combination of left hook to the body and a big right cross.
>Inoue avoids several big left hands and counters with a swift right kick to the leg.
>There's a takedown attempt from Inoue.
>Nishiura attempts to avoid Inoue as he shoots in.
>The takedown doesn't work, Nishiura saw it coming and got out of range.
>A straight right from Nishiura fails to land.
>Inoue steps in to put some pressure on.
>Inoue looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Nishiura keeps himself moving out of range, not wanting to clinch.
>Nishiura comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket.
>The two fighters move closer, ready to strike.
>Inoue shows good head movement by slipping past a wild spinning back fist and hitting a big kick to the outside of the right thigh.
>There's only so many of those strikes to the legs that can be taken before they become an issue.
>Inoue throws a right jab but Nishiura uses good head movement to make sure it slips by.
>Nishiura throws a left jab but Inoue uses good head movement to make sure it slips by.
>Inoue lets a jab sail wide and counter-strikes with a picture-perfect roundhouse kick to the side of the ribs.
>A right jab misses, giving Inoue the chance to hit back with a huge right hand!
>Nishiura staggers backward, looking dazed...that last blow must have really rocked him!
>Inoue tries to finish him off with a huge right hook, but just misses.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Moving in closer, Inoue looks like he may want to try and clinch with Nishiura.
>Nishiura uses his strikes to stop Inoue from getting close enough to clinch.
>Moving forward, Inoue counters a right jab with a couple of jabs and a right cross.
>Moving in closer, Inoue looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>Strikes from Nishiura keep Inoue from stepping in too close.
>Nishiura looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Inoue lets Nishiura get closer.
>Inoue looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Nishiura.
>Nishiura keeps himself moving out of range, not wanting to grapple.
>A body kick misses, giving Nishiura an opening to score with a spinning back kick to the side of the ribs.
>They come together and strike, but neither can land a clean shot.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched.
>Inoue is looking to muscle Nishiura back against the ropes.
>Inoue manages it, and controls Nishiura up against the ropes.
>Inoue stomps down on his opponent's foot.
>Inoue smothers Nishiura against the ropes and stomps down on his foot.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Inoue hits Nishiura, who is pressed up against the ropes, with a nice short uppercut.
>Inoue looks to take Nishiura down by setting up a judo throw.
>A great inside leg trip sees Nishiura get thrown to the mat, and Inoue is left in guard.
>Inoue attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2:
>We are back underway!
>They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched.
>Inoue is looking to get Nishiura in a Muay Thai clinch.
>Inoue achieves it, Nishiura could not fight out of it.
>Akiyo Nishiura is looking really tired.
>From the clinch, Nishiura gets caught with a vicious elbow to the side of the head.
>Nishiura uses his grappling to move from being stuck in a Muay Thai clinch to the collar-and-elbow position.
>Using his wrestling skills, Inoue is trying to push Nishiura up against the ropes.
>Inoue manages it, and controls Nishiura up against the ropes.
>Inoue drives a knee to the thigh area.
>Nishiura gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.
>Akiyo Nishiura is showing the effects of the damage he is taking to the legs.
>Targeting the legs is a sound strategy by Inoue.
>Nishiura is less of a threat on his feet if he is limping around.
>Inoue smothers Nishiura against the ropes, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.
>Nishiura is trapped against the ropes and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.
>Akiyo Nishiura looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>Takeshi Inoue doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Inoue tries to maintain control, but Nishiura isn't letting himself get bullied like that.
>Smothered against the ropes, Nishiura is stuck there, unable to do anything, for roughly thirty seconds.
>Inoue attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Nishiura to the ground.
>Inoue uses a nice inside leg trip and Nishiura is forced to pull guard!
>Inoue attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>He passes, but only to half guard.
>Inoue tries to lock Nishiura into an arm triangle.
>Nishiura defends himself well and is in no danger.
>Nishiura tries to sweep Inoue but can't do it.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Inoue throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Nishiura tries to sweep Inoue but can't do it.
>Akiyo Nishiura looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.
>Inoue 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.
>Takeshi Inoue looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>Inoue blocks an attempted sweep.
>Inoue tries to ensnare Nishiura in an arm triangle.
>Nishiura blocks it.
>Nishiura tries to sweep Inoue but doesn't get anywhere.
>With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.
>A tired-looking Inoue throws a couple of ragged punches to get Nishiura to cover up, then tries a takedown.
>Nishiura tries to strike first with a solid left hook, but isn't quick enough.
>The takedown is successful, Nishiura pulls guard.
>Nishiura is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Inoue off of him.
>Inoue tries to pass the guard.
>He manages to pass, but only to half guard.
>Inoue fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
>Inoue blocks an attempted sweep.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Inoue throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.
>Inoue starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>He passes to side control.
>Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

>Here come the official decisions.
>All three judges give the result in favour of Inoue.
>Making Takeshi 'Lion Takeshi' Inoue the winner by unanimous decision!
>Official Result: Takeshi 'Lion Takeshi' Inoue defeats Akiyo 'Wicky Akiyo' Nishiura (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.

7th Bout: Levan Razmadze x Guram Gugenishvili

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>A left jab misses and Gugenishvili counters with a straight left.
>Gugenishvili counters a wayward left jab with a right hand.
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>From the missed strikes they clinch.
>Razmadze looks to get some strikes in, but Gugenishvili seizes the moment and wrestles his way into control of the grapple.
>Gugenishvili has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Razmadze down.
>A sweep of the legs is successful, Razmadze has to pull guard.
>Gugenishvili attempts to pass guard.
>Advancing his position, he passes to half guard.
>Gugenishvili reaches over and tries to lock Razmadze in an arm triangle.
>Razmadze stops Gugenishvili from applying it.
>Razmadze tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Gugenishvili doesn't allow it.
>Gugenishvili begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.
>Razmadze keeps his half guard secure.
>Razmadze goes for the sweep from half guard.
>The sweep works, but only results in both fighters ending up scrambling back to their feet.
>Gugenishvili slips out of the way of a jab.
>Razmadze throws a left jab but Gugenishvili avoids it.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Gugenishvili uses a jab to keep Razmadze back.
>Gugenishvili comes in swinging wildly, using the strikes as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Gugenishvili is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until he is on his knees.
>Razmadze fires away with big right hands, but can't stop Gugenishvili getting to his feet.
>Gugenishvili slips out of the way of a jab.
>Gugenishvili comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket.
>Gugenishvili is now standing in the pocket.
>Working from in the pocket, Gugenishvili catches Razmadze with a solid left jab.
>Razmadze covers up to take several right hands.
>Razmadze circles away, creating some distance between them.
>Gugenishvili counters an errant left jab with a right hand.
>A jab misses and Gugenishvili counters with two straight lefts.
>Gugenishvili comes in swinging wildly, using the strikes as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Razmadze sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>The takedown doesn't work, Razmadze saw it coming and got out of range.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Gugenishvili is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Razmadze.
>Razmadze finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>With underhooks giving him solid control over Razmadze, Gugenishvili looks for a takedown.
>Razmadze cannot stop being lifted up and blasted with a Greco-Roman slam, he can only pull guard!
>Gugenishvili attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>He passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control.
>The time runs out on round one.

Round 2:
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>They come together and throw strikes, both miss.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up grappling.
>Gugenishvili is trying to push Razmadze so that his back is up against the ropes.
>Gugenishvili can't do it though, and Razmadze gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.
>Guram Gugenishvili doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Razmadze is trying to push Gugenishvili so that his back is up against the ropes.
>Gugenishvili ends up backed against the ropes.
>Levan Razmadze looks very tired out there.
>With Gugenishvili stuck against the ropes, Razmadze tries to set up a judo-style throw.
>Razmadze can't get the throw, as Gugenishvili wrestles his way into a dominant position.
>Gugenishvili tries to smother Razmadze against the ropes, but is struggling to maintain control.
>Razmadze manages to slap on a standing guillotine choke!
>Gugenishvili can't escape the guillotine, it's tight enough that he has to tap!

>The winner, by submission; Levan Razmadze!
>Official Result: Levan Razmadze defeats Guram Gugenishvili (Submission (Guillotine) in 2:02 of round 2). The match was rated as being Good.

8th Bout: Jorge Santiago x Hiroshi Izumi

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>An errant jab sets Santiago up to counter-strike with a left jab to the cheek.
>Izumi moves out of range of a tidy combination of punches.
>Izumi steps back to avoid a leg kick.
>Santiago darts in and out of range quickly, trying to get Izumi to commit to throwing a strike.
>Izumi narrowly misses Santiago with a right uppercut.
>Not letting Izumi settle at all, Santiago comes in closer.
>Santiago cooly stalks Izumi so that he is trapped in the corner.
>An errant jab sets Santiago up to counter-strike with a tasty jab - right cross combination.
>Santiago circles as he plans his next move.
>Izumi doesn't let Santiago settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Izumi looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Santiago counters with a right hand that catches Izumi flush, rocking him!
>Santiago feints an attack, keeping Izumi on his toes.
>An errant jab sets Izumi up to counter-strike with a clean jab.
>Izumi looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>He pulls Santiago into a grapple.
>Izumi is looking to muscle Santiago back against the ropes.
>Izumi does it, Santiago is stuck with his back to the ropes.
>Santiago is pressed up against the ropes and simply can't break the control that Izumi has over him. This goes on for well over a minute.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Unable to break free, Santiago is smothered up against the ropes, taking short blows to the body, for about sixty seconds.
>The referee decides that the grappling against the ropes has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.
>A flicked jab from Izumi only finds gloves.
>Not letting Izumi settle at all, Santiago comes in closer.
>Santiago stalks Izumi back toward the corner of the ring.
>Moving in closer, Santiago looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>Standing his ground, Izumi looks happy to engage Santiago in the pocket.
>There's a double leg attempt from Izumi, from the pocket.
>Santiago cannot stop the takedown, and only catches Izumi in half guard.
>Izumi throws a few right hands to the body.
>Looking to catch his breath, Izumi is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
>Izumi throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Izumi throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>Izumi throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Izumi reaches over and tries to lock Santiago in an arm triangle.
>Santiago defends himself well and is in no danger.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2:
>And here we go, round two!
>Izumi feints rushing in, but Santiago doesn't fall for it.
>Izumi comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Santiago.
>Izumi can't get near enough to engage, Santiago uses strikes to keep him out of range.
>Izumi looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Not wanting to grapple, Santiago uses strikes to keep Izumi at a distance.
>Izumi looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Santiago.
>Izumi can't get close enough to grapple, Santiago keeps him away with strikes.
>A left jab misses and Izumi strikes back with a clean left.
>Izumi uses a right hook to the body, but misses.
>Not letting up, Santiago quickly steps in closer to attack Izumi.
>Stalking forward, Santiago backs Izumi up toward the corner.
>Izumi grabs a body kick and goes for a judo trip, getting it! Santiago pulls guard.
>Izumi attempts to pass guard.
>He passes to side control.
>Izumi looks to roll Santiago slightly and slip behind.
>Santiago is in big trouble as he is forced to give up his back!
>Santiago is in increasing trouble, as Izumi gets both hooks in.
>With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Izumi tries to finish Santiago off with a rear naked choke.
>Santiago defends himself well against the choke.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Izumi, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
>Santiago fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
>Jorge Santiago looks very tired out there.
>Izumi attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.
>Izumi gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Santiago has to tap out!

>Hiroshi Izumi takes the win by submission!
>Official Result: Hiroshi Izumi defeats Jorge Santiago (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:06 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.

9th Bout: Taisuke Okuno x K-Taro Nakamura

Round 1:
>We are underway!
>An exchange of strikes doesn't really lead to anything.
>Okuno throws a wild right but Nakamura avoids it.
>Okuno throws a barrage of big punches but Nakamura covers up well.
>Using head movement, Okuno slips past a left jab and counters with a barrage of big right hands, forcing Nakamura back!
>Showing good footwork and reactions, Nakamura avoids a body kick.
>Nakamura shoots in, looking for a close range double leg.
>Nakamura can't get the takedown, Okuno defended it well.
>Okuno steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Nakamura doesn't let Okuno settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Nakamura looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Nakamura is forced to use his gloves to deflect a sudden counter right.
>A jab misses, allowing Okuno to counter-strike with a stinging left jab.
>Nakamura chooses to shoot in on Okuno.
>Okuno sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>The takedown doesn't work, Okuno saw it coming and got out of range.
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>Nakamura circles as he plans his next move.
>Okuno quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Okuno scores with a brutal flying knee, and Nakamura is knocked down!
>Okuno doesn't have time to capitalise though, as Nakamura recovers his wits quickly.
>Okuno looks to get on top of Nakamura.
>Okuno is quick, Nakamura can't stop him getting side control.
>Okuno is trying to move from side control to mount.
>Okuno shifts to mount.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Okuno pounds away on Nakamura with elbows, but few of the shots lands clean.
>Okuno fires away with elbows, but Nakamura deals with them fairly well.
>Okuno fires away with elbows, but Nakamura deals with them fairly well.
>Okuno pounds away from the mount with elbows, but is unable to land many clean shots on Nakamura.
>Taisuke Okuno doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Okuno tries to pound on Nakamura with elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
>Okuno blocks an attempt to move him from mount.
>Okuno tries to pound on Nakamura with elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
>Okuno blocks an attempt to move him from mount.
>Okuno fires away with big elbows, but Nakamura covers up and doesn't take any undue damage.
>Okuno counters an attempt by Nakamura to move him from mount by taking his back!
>Okuno attempts an armbar.
>Nakamura pulls his arm free at the last second, and is able to secure side control over Okuno.
>Nakamura throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>Okuno tries to move to guard, but Nakamura doesn't allow it.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Nakamura punches down at Okuno, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>Nakamura throws a few right hands to the body.
>Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2:
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>It sounded like his corner told Nakamura to push for takedowns in this round.
>Okuno isn't drawn in by Nakamura feinting to his left.
>Nakamura comes in swinging wildly, using the strikes as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Nakamura goes under an attempted counter right hand.
>Nakamura gets a single leg takedown! Okuno pulls guard off it.
>Taisuke Okuno looks very, very tired.
>Nakamura is trying to pass guard.
>He can't find a way past the guard.
>Okuno tries to push Nakamura away, but can't.
>Nakamura begins trying to pass the guard.
>Nakamura struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard.
>Okuno bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position.
>There wasn't enough separation, Nakamura is able to leap forward and force Okuno to turtle up.
>Nakamura pounds away with right hands, but Okuno absorbs them and manages to stand back up.
>Moving in closer, Nakamura looks like he may want to wrestle Okuno.
>Okuno drops down to try and catch him by surprise with a single leg attempt, but it is blocked.
>Taisuke Okuno looks exhausted.
>Okuno tries for a leg kick but Nakamura moves out of range.
>Okuno misses with an attempted right hook to the body.
>Nakamura quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Nakamura comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Okuno.
>Okuno tries to counter with a takedown, but Nakamura defended it well.
>Breathing very hard, Keita Nakamura is looking ragged.
>Slowly moving in closer, a ragged-looking Nakamura wants to wrestle Okuno.
>The two fighters start grappling for control.
>Okuno and Nakamura break the grapple and are apart again, circling.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Nakamura steps back to avoid a left jab.
>Nakamura throws a wild and sloppy right hand as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>The takedown doesn't work, Okuno stuffed it.
>A visibly tired Nakamura is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Okuno.
>Okuno tries to take down Nakamura as he steps in, but he blocks it.
>Nakamura slams a crisp right into the gloves of Okuno, but can't follow up.
>The fight slows as Okuno sits back and allows Nakamura to circle.
>Keita Nakamura looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>Looking tired, Nakamura comes in closer, attempting to wrestle with Okuno.
>Seeing a takedown opportunity, Okuno goes for a single leg, but Nakamura is equal to it.
>Nakamura, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.
>Okuno tries to step away from the takedown.
>Okuno avoids the takedown attempt.
>Nakamura throws out a quick left jab.
>The fight slows as Okuno sits back and allows Nakamura to circle.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Nakamura catches Okuno with a crisp left jab.
>Looking tired, Nakamura comes in closer, attempting to wrestle with Okuno.
>Okuno ends up grappling for supremacy with Nakamura.
>Nakamura is trying to muscle Okuno up against the ropes.
>Nakamura manages it, and controls Okuno up against the ropes.
>Keita Nakamura looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.
>Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

>The judges' decisions are now being announced.
>All three judges have Okuno down as the winner.
>Making Taisuke 'Goten' Okuno the winner by unanimous decision!
>Official Result: Taisuke 'Goten' Okuno defeats 'K-Taro' Keita Nakamura (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Good.

Main Event: Xande Ribeiro x Ricardo Arona

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>There's a short stalemate as both fighters advance and throw strikes, but neither hits.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Arona.
>Ribeiro tries to avoid the takedown.
>Ribeiro avoids the takedown attempt.
>Arona comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Ribeiro.
>Arona cannot get close enough to the elusive Ribeiro to grapple.
>Arona looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Arona grabs Ribeiro and pulls him into a grapple.
>Arona is looking to muscle Ribeiro back against the ropes.
>He does so, and now has Ribeiro pinned to the ropes.
>With the ropes trapping Ribeiro, Arona looks to try and take him down.
>Ribeiro doesn't even try to stop the takedown, he simply takes it and pulls guard.
>In guard, Arona begins working to pass to side control.
>Ribeiro comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Arona in guard.
>Ribeiro attempts a triangle choke on Arona from the bottom of the guard.
>Arona doesn't let Ribeiro get it.
>Arona fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
>Arona looks to pass guard and get side control.
>Ribeiro keeps his guard secure.
>Ribeiro raises his legs and tries to get Arona into a triangle choke.
>Arona defends well against it.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Arona throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
>Ribeiro tries to sweep Arona but doesn't get anywhere.
>The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
>There's a takedown attempt from Arona.
>Ribeiro attempts to avoid Arona as he shoots in.
>The takedown doesn't work, Ribeiro saw it coming and got out of range.
>Ribeiro throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Arona.
>Arona attempts to avoid Ribeiro as he shoots in.
>Arona avoids the takedown attempt.
>Arona gets Ribeiro with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Not letting Arona settle, Ribeiro moves in closer.
>Ribeiro looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Standing his ground, Arona looks happy to engage Ribeiro in the pocket.
>Arona shoots in, looking for a close range double leg.
>Ribeiro gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.
>Arona attempts to pass guard.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Ribeiro attempts to lock on a triangle choke.
>Arona blocks the attempt.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2:

>Round two begins!
>Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either.
>Ribeiro waits for a flurry of punches to stop, then hits a solid left jab.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Ribeiro.
>Arona gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.
>Ribeiro attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>He can't get free of the guard.
>Ribeiro deflects a couple of punches that Arona threw from below.
>Ribeiro looks to get past the guard.
>Arona keeps his guard secure.
>Arona grabs Ribeiro and draws him in close, smothering him.
>Ribeiro attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>He can't get free of the guard.
>Arona pulls Ribeiro down in close and hits him with several short punches to the side of the head.
>Ribeiro begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>Arona keeps his guard secure.
>Arona brings his legs up and tries to lock Ribeiro in a triangle choke.
>Ribeiro defends well against it.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
>A couple of quick punches are used to set up a takedown attempt from Ribeiro.
>The takedown doesn't work, Arona sprawled to defend it and then works into a clinch position.
>Alexandre Ribeiro doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Using his wrestling skills, Arona is trying to push Ribeiro up against the ropes.
>Arona achieves it, pinning Ribeiro to the ropes.
>Ricardo Arona is looking really tired.
>Ribeiro is controlled up against the ropes and eats a sharp right to the ear.
>Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Arona keeps Ribeiro stuck against the ropes for about thirty seconds.
>Arona tries to use some dirty boxing, but Ribeiro uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage.
>Arona tries to use some dirty boxing, but Ribeiro uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage.
>Ricardo Arona looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>Arona tries to press him up against the ropes, but finds it hard to keep any sort of real control.
>Arona almost allows Ribeiro to hook a standing guillotine, but pulls away just in time.
>Having been stuck against the ropes for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
>Ribeiro, who looks drained, throws a couple of slow jabs as cover so that he can go for a takedown.
>Ribeiro doesn't get the takedown, Arona was equal to it and pulls them into a clinch.
>Alexandre Ribeiro looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Arona is trying to push Ribeiro so that his back is up against the ropes.
>He does so, and now has Ribeiro pinned to the ropes.
>Arona tries to dirty box Ribeiro, but finds himself out-wrestled and turned around so that he is the one against the ropes.
>Ribeiro attempts to wrestle Arona to the ground.
>The takedown is successful, Arona pulls guard.
>We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

>The judges' decisions are now being announced.
>Judge #1 gives the result in favour of Arona.
>Judge #2 has called it a victory for Ribeiro.
>Judge #3: Ribeiro.
>Ribeiro wins by split decision!
>Official Result: Alexandre 'Xande' Ribeiro defeats Ricardo 'The Brazilian Tiger' Arona (Split Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.

Heavyweight Championship: Todd Duffee x Levan Razmadze

Cruiserweight Championship: Xande Ribeiro x Jimi Manuwa

Middleweight Championship: Hiroshi Izumi x Ralek Gracie

Welterweight Championship: Taisuke Okuno x John Howard

Prediction Results:

CageRage- 7-3

wekka · March 23, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XIV: LW/FW/BW/FLY Grand Prix Semifinals Card Finalized

PURE Fighting Championships XIV: LW/FW/BW/FLY Grand Prix Semifinals
@ Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium/ 2nd Week of April 2014

Opening Bout:
Manabu Inoue (14-9-3)
x
Junji Ito (9-4)

2nd Bout:
Mikihito Yamagami (8-3)
x
Alexandre Pantoja (12-2)

3rd Bout: Featherweight Grand Prix Semifinal:
Deividas Taurosevicius (17-5)
x
Won Sik Park (12-4-1)

4th Bout: Lightweight Grand Prix Semifinal:
Maciej Jewtuszko (12-2)
x
Luciano Azevedo (18-9-1)

5th Bout: Lightweight Grand Prix Semifinal:
Ronys Torres (27-5)
x
Antonio McKee (30-5-2)

6th Bout:
Denis Kang (35-17-2)
x
Rumen Dimitrov (12-1-2)

7th Bout: Bantamweight Grand Prix Semifinal:
Atsushi Yamamoto (18-7-3)
x
Koetsu Okazaki (10-2-1)

8th Bout: Featherweight Grand Prix Semifinal:
Masanori Kanehara (23-11-5)
x
Renato Carneiro (7-0-1)

9th Bout: Bantamweight Grand Prix Semifinal:
Masakatsu Ueda (18-2-2)
x
Hiromasa Ogikubo (12-2-2)

10th Bout: Flyweight Grand Prix Semifinal:
Haruo Ochi (11-3-1)
x
Henry Cejudo (2-0)

Main Event: Flyweight Grand Prix Semifinal:
Rambaa Somdet (12-2)
x
Jose Maria Tome (33-3-2)

CageRage · March 24, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XIV: LW/FW/BW/FLY Grand Prix Semifinals

@ Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium/ 2nd Week of April 2014

Opening Bout:

Manabu Inoue (14-9-3)

x

Junji Ito (9-4)

2nd Bout:

Mikihito Yamagami (8-3)

x

Alexandre Pantoja (12-2)

3rd Bout: Featherweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Deividas Taurosevicius (17-5)

x

Won Sik Park (12-4-1)

4th Bout: Lightweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Maciej Jewtuszko (12-2)

x

Luciano Azevedo (18-9-1)

5th Bout: Lightweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Ronys Torres (27-5)

x

Antonio McKee (30-5-2)

6th Bout:

Denis Kang (35-17-2)

x

Rumen Dimitrov (12-1-2)

7th Bout: Bantamweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Atsushi Yamamoto (18-7-3)

x

Koetsu Okazaki (10-2-1)

8th Bout: Featherweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Masanori Kanehara (23-11-5)

x

Renato Carneiro (7-0-1)

9th Bout: Bantamweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Masakatsu Ueda (18-2-2)

x

Hiromasa Ogikubo (12-2-2)

10th Bout: Flyweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Haruo Ochi (11-3-1)

x

Henry Cejudo (2-0)

Main Event: Flyweight Grand Prix Semifinal:

Rambaa Somdet (12-2)

x

Jose Maria Tome (33-3-2)

wekka · March 28, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XIV: LW/FW/BW/FLY Grand Prix Semifinals

@ Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium (10,297)

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Hello everyone and welcome to PURE Fighting Championships XIV! We have reached the penultimate event before champions will be crowned this upcoming July. The crowd is abuzz, and rightfully so, in what should be an incredible event to keep fans anticipating the monumental card to follow. Let's see which lightweights, featherweights, bantamweights, and flyweights will earn the right for championship glory.

Our main event tonight will feature PURE's beacon of excitement, Rambaa Somdet, as he faces top Brazilian flyweight Jose Maria Tome, in a bout that'll do absolute wonders for their respective careers. The co-main event, which will also take place in the flyweight division, will feature the highly entertaining yet still relatively unknown, Haruo Ochi against his opponent of the evening, 2008 Olympic Gold Medalist, Henry Cejudo. Also on the card tonight are the likes of Masakatsu Ueda, Ronys Torres, Antonio McKee, upset king Maciej Jewtuszko, Renato Carneiro, Masanori Kanehara, Deividas Taurosevicius, and last but certainly not least, a middleweight tilt between Denis Kang and Rumen Dimitrov.

It is now time for tonight's OPENING CEREMONIES!

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Ladies and Gentlemen! Welcome to the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium for PURE Fighting Championships XIV! Lightweight, Featherweight, Bantamweight, and Flyweight Grand Prix Semifinals!

The road ends here. Dreams will be made, for others, dreams shall be shattered. Which fighters tonight will take that further step closer to cementing their legacy throughout the sport? Which fighters will deem themselves championship material? Which fighters will exemplify their skills in the purest form of victory?

This is sport. This is art. This is excellence. THIS. IS. PURE!

Opening Bout. Introducing first, from JAPAN, JUUUUUNJIIIIIII IIIIIITOOOOOOOO

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His opponent. Also from JAPAN, MAAANAAAABUUUUUU INNNOOUUUEEEEE

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Second Bout. From JAPAN, MIIIKIIIIHIIIIITOOOOO YAAMAAAAAGAAAAAMIIIIIIII

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From Brazil, ALEXXXANNNDRRRREEE PAAANNNTOOOOOJAAAAAAAA

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Third Bout. Featherweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From South Korea, WONNNN SIKKKKK PARRRRRRRKKKK

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From Lithuania, DEIIVIIIIIDAAAAAS TAUROOOOOSEEEVIIIICIIIIUUUUSSS

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Fourth Bout. Lightweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From Brazil, LUUUUUCIIIIIANNNOOOOOO AZZZEEEVEEEEEEEDOOOOOOOOO

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From Poland, MAAACIEJJJ JEWWWWTUUUUUSSZKKKOOOOOOOO

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Fifth Bout. Lightweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From the United States, ANNNNTOOOOONIIIOOOOO MCKKKKKEEEEEEEEEEE

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From Brazil, RONNNNYYYYYSSS TOORRRRRRESSSSSSSSSSSS

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Sixth Bout. From Bulgaria, RUUUUMENNNNN DIIIIMIIIITROOOOVVVVVV

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From Canada, DENNNNNIISSSSS KAAAAAAAANNNNGGGG

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Seventh Bout. Bantamweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From JAPAN, KOOOOETTSUUUUU OOOKKAAAAZAAAAAKIIIIIIIII

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Also from JAPAN, ATTTSUUUUUSHIIIII YAAAMAAAAMOOOOOTOOOOOOOO

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Eighth Bout. Featherweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From Brazil, RENNNNNAAAATOOOOO CARRRRNEEEIIIIIROOOOOOOOO

From JAPAN, MAAAASAAAANORRRIIIII KAAANEEEEHAAAAARAAAAAAAA

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Ninth Bout. Bantamweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From JAPAN, HIIIIROOOOOMAAAASAAAAA OGIIIIIKUUUUUBOOOOOOOO

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Also from JAPAN, MAAASSAAAAAKAAATTSUUUUU UEEEEEDDDAAAAAAAA

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Tenth Bout. Flyweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From the United States, HENNNRYYYYY CEEEJUUUUUDOOOOOOOO

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From JAPAN, HAAARUUUUOOOO OOOOCHIIIIIIIII

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MAIN EVENT. Flyweight Grand Prix Semifinal. From Brazil, JOOOSEEEE MAAARIIIIAAAA TOOOOOMEEEEEEE

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From Thailand, RAAAMMBBAAAAA SOOMMMDETTTTTTTT

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Opening Bout: Junji Ito x Manabu Inoue

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>In close proximity from the strikes they threw, they fall into a messy clinch.
>The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other.
>A straight left by Ito keeps Inoue from advancing.
>The fight slows as Inoue sits back and allows Ito to circle.
>Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage.
>Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything.
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>They come together and throw strikes, both miss.
>Ito tries for a left jab but Inoue moves out of range.
>Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither hits a telling strike.
>Ito counters a left jab by using a series of quick lefts.
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>Ito tries for a right body kick but Inoue moves out of range.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>Inoue throws three punches in quick succession, but Ito was out of range.
>Ito doesn't let Inoue settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Ito counters a wayward left jab with a left.
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>Inoue circles away, creating some distance between them.
>Inoue keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Ito presses in closer to attack.
>An errant jab sets Ito up to counter-strike with a left jab to the cheek.
>Inoue steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Ito presses in closer to attack.
>Inoue gets suckered in by a feint, and is fortunate to avoid the barrage of big right hands that follow it.
>Inoue hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>Ito quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done.
>Inoue keeps out of range, assessing the situation.
>Ito quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Ito throws a right kick to the body but Inoue avoids it.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2:
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage.
>Ito feints left and throws a flurry of punches but Inoue is just able to avoid them.
>Inoue gets suckered in by a feint, and is lucky to avoid a flurry of rights and lefts.
>Ito hops around from foot to foot, looking for an opening.
>Not letting Ito settle at all, Inoue comes in closer.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>Inoue avoids a series of wayward big punches and counters with a nice left hand.
>Inoue steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Time slips away as Ito doesn't press Inoue, allowing him to circle.
>Ito counters a left jab by using a swift right kick to the leg.
>Junji Ito looks very tired out there.
>A speculative right hand from Inoue doesn't find a home.
>The fight slows as Ito sits back and allows Inoue to circle.
>Inoue gets Ito with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Ito steps in to put some pressure on.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Although visibly tired, Ito looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>He gets into range.
>Ito slips past a jab and scores with a flurry of jabs and straight punches.
>Inoue slips past a jab and scores with a clean punch.
>Inoue slips past a jab and scores with a left jab to the cheek.
>Using good head movement, Inoue ducks under a punch and scores with a stinging jab.
>Using head movement to slip past a left jab, Ito hits an enormous right cross, Inoue definitely felt that one!
>Inoue backs away...and almost falls down! I think that last strike really hurt him!
>Ito hits a massive right cross, knocking Inoue down to the ground!
>Inoue shakes off the cobwebs quickly though, and is alert.
>Junji Ito looks very, very tired.
>Ito tries to come in and secure a ground position.
>Ito can't hold Inoue down and a scramble starts.
>The scramble results in Ito being on his back pulling half guard.
>Inoue starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>Inoue gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.
>Inoue begins trying to get himself into mount.
>Advancing his position, he gets mount.
>Inoue unloads with big punches from the mount, but Ito is able to deal with most of them.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Inoue pounds away with punches from the mount, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.
>Inoue fires away with punches, but Ito deals with them fairly well.
>Inoue pounds away with punches from the mount, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.
>Inoue pounds away with punches from the mount, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.
>Manabu Inoue is breathing very hard.
>The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

>Here come the official decisions.
>All three judges give the result in favour of Ito.
>So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Junji 'Sarumaru' Ito!
>Official Result: Junji 'Sarumaru' Ito defeats Manabu Inoue (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.

2nd Bout: Mikihito Yamagami x Alexandre Pantoja

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>Pantoja tries for a leg kick but Yamagami moves out of range.
>Yamagami is stung by a sharp kick to the shin.
>Yamagami avoids a barrage of punches and hits a clean jab.
>Yamagami counters a weak right kick with a crisp left hand punch.
>Yamagami slips out of the way of a flurry of punches.
>Pantoja stings Yamagami with a series of quick lefts.
>Advancing, Pantoja counters a left jab by using a crisp jab.
>Yamagami throws out a quick left jab.
>Pantoja quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>An errant jab sets Pantoja up to counter-strike with a nice jab.
>A jab misses and Yamagami counters with a left.
>Yamagami counters a left jab by hitting a stinging left jab.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>They exchange strikes, but neither fighter inflicts any real damage.
>Yamagami circles, looking for an opening.
>Pantoja doesn't let Yamagami settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Pantoja counters an errant left jab with a flurry of small strikes.
>A left jab misses and Pantoja counters with a vicious leg kick.
>Mikihito Yamagami is going to end up limping if he takes too many more of those strikes.
>Yamagami is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Pantoja.
>Yamagami gets caught with a right cross though, and his wobbly legs can't support him...down he goes!
>Yamagami, stunned, is mounted!
>Pantoja fires away with punches, and Yamagami is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!
>The referee pulls Pantoja away, stopping the match!

>The winner, by TKO, is Alexandre Pantoja!
>Official Result: Alexandre Pantoja defeats Mikihito Yamagami (TKO (Strikes) in 7:46 of round 1). The match was rated as being Decent.

3rd Bout: Won Sik Park x Deividas Taurosevicius

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>Taurosevicius waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a jab.
>Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either.
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>Taurosevicius counters a left jab by hitting a left jab to the cheek.
>A flurry of punches fail to land, giving Taurosevicius the opportunity to counter with a crisp left hand punch.
>Park steps back to avoid a flurry of punches after falling for a clever feint.
>Park throws three punches in quick succession, but Taurosevicius was out of range.
>Not letting Park settle, Taurosevicius moves in closer.
>Taurosevicius shoots in for a takedown.
>Park tries to time a counter right hand, but can't get it.
>The takedown is completed, Park is on his back and pulls half guard.
>Taurosevicius begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.
>He can't quite manage to get past half guard on this attempt.
>Taurosevicius blocks Park as he tries a sweep from half guard.
>Taurosevicius attempts an americana.
>Park defends it well.
>Park bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position.
>There wasn't enough separation though, Taurosevicius is able to catch him and secure side control.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Taurosevicius attempts to move to mount.
>Taurosevicius struggles but cannot mount Park.
>Park tries to break free and scramble for position, but Taurosevicius keeps him trapped.
>Taurosevicius tries to ensnare Park in an armbar.
>Taurosevicius gets an armbar fully applied!
>No! Park manages to get his arm free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked.
>Park tries to break free and scramble for position, but Taurosevicius keeps him trapped.
>Taurosevicius begins trying to get himself behind Park.
>He shows excellent control to move Park over and take his back.
>Taurosevicius attempts to set up an armbar on Park from the back.
>Park gets caught by the armbar, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!

>The winner, by submission; Deividas Taurosevicius!
>Official Result: Deividas Taurosevicius defeats Won 'Parky' Sik Park (Submission (Armbar) in 8:18 of round 1). The match was rated as being Decent.

4th Bout: Luciano Azevedo x Maciej Jewtuszko

Round 1:
>And here we go!
>Jewtuszko counters a left jab with a pair of nice shots to the body.
>Both fighters throw strikes at the same time, both miss.
>Azevedo comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Jewtuszko tries to strike first with a solid right hook, but isn't quick enough.
>Azevedo has the takedown! Jewtuszko pulls guard.
>Azevedo lies on top of Jewtuszko, basically smothering him.
>Azevedo begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
>Azevedo gets past, but Jewtuszko stops him at half guard.
>Azevedo looks to get past the half guard.
>He can't quite manage to get past half guard on this attempt.
>Jewtuszko uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles.
>Azevedo seizes the opportunity, Jewtuszko was too slow and gets caught in side control.
>Azevedo begins trying to get himself behind Jewtuszko.
>Azevedo takes the back, Jewtuszko could do nothing about it.
>Azevedo tries to set up Jewtuszko for an armbar.
>Jewtuszko blocks it.
>Jewtuszko tries to move Azevedo off his back but can't.
>We move into the second half of this round.
>Azevedo gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.
>With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Azevedo tries to finish Jewtuszko off with a rear naked choke.
>Jewtuszko doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.
>Jewtuszko tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.
>Azevedo, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
>Jewtuszko gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

>By submission, the winner is Luciano Azevedo!
>Official Result: Luciano Azevedo defeats Maciej 'Irokez' Jewtuszko (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:03 of round 1). The match was rated as being Decent.

5th Bout: Antonio McKee x Ronys Torres

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>McKee tries for a right jab but Torres moves out of range.
>Both fighters throw strikes at the same time, both miss.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up grappling.
>Using his wrestling skills, McKee is trying to push Torres up against the ropes.
>McKee does it, Torres is stuck with his back to the ropes.
>McKee smothers Torres against the ropes and stomps down on his foot.
>McKee tries to maintain control, but Torres wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that McKee ends up backed against the ropes.
>McKee wrestles back against Torres, turning him around so that he now has his back to the ropes.
>McKee takes a short step back and prepares to strike.
>An exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Slipping past a right jab, Torres hits a stinging inside leg kick.
>McKee takes a stiff jab.
>Torres slips past a jab and scores with a massive uppercut, knocking McKee down to the ground!
>Moving quickly, Torres tries to ensnare the stunned McKee in an armbar.
>McKee doesn't allow the armbar to be applied, first blocking it and then pulling free entirely and getting back up.
>McKee circles as he plans his next move.
>Not letting up, Torres steps in closer to pressure McKee into action.
>Torres throws a combination of rights and lefts, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>The takedown is stuffed, so Torres has to go to settle for pushing McKee up against the ropes.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Torres tries to take McKee down.
>He has the takedown! McKee pulls guard.
>Torres throws a few right hands to the body.
>Torres tries to smother McKee but can't keep control long enough.
>McKee tries to catch Torres with a punch, but it is not on target.
>Torres attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>McKee is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Torres firmly in guard.
>Torres gets pushed away, and ends up standing over McKee, who is on his back.
>In comes Torres looking to get some form of ground control.
>McKee is too quick, slipping away from Torres and starting to scramble.
>The scramble leaves Torres turtled up, facing McKee.
>Torres cannot stop himself being rolled and secured in side control.
>McKee relinquishes side control, stands and backs off, wanting the fight to continue standing.
>McKee counters a flurry of punches by hitting a crisp right hand punch.
>A straight right fails to land and Torres is able to fire back with a kick to the outside of the right knee.
>Ronys Torres is breathing very hard.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>After a flurry of punches miss, Torres is able to strike back with a vicious leg kick.
>Antonio McKee won't want to take too many unchecked strikes to the legs like that.
>McKee keeps his cool as Torres throws a feint to the left.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2:
>Round two begins!
>McKee avoids a leg kick and scores with a series of quick rights.
>McKee looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Torres seems happy to grapple with McKee.
>McKee is looking to muscle Torres back against the ropes.
>McKee achieves it, pinning Torres to the ropes.
>Torres is pressed up against the ropes and held there, taking the occasional short punch to the ribs and stomach, for roughly a minute.
>McKee tries to keep him up against the ropes with wrestling, but Torres struggles and doesn't let himself get controlled.
>McKee tries to keep him up against the ropes with wrestling, but Torres reverses so that he is the one in control.
>Ronys Torres looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>Torres attempts to wrestle McKee to the ground.
>The takedown is successful; McKee seemed happy to take it and pull guard.
>In guard, Torres begins working to pass to side control.
>McKee is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Torres firmly in guard.
>McKee works some separation, and Torres ends up standing looking down at him.
>On his back, McKee watches as Torres comes in looking to get a dominant ground position.
>McKee moves quickly, scrambling for position before Torres can get a hold.
>Neither fighter manages to impose himself in the scramble, and they both end up standing.
>Moving in closer, McKee looks like he may want to wrestle Torres.
>Torres tries to single leg McKee as he moves forward, but he is too quick to step away.
>Ronys Torres looks totally gassed.
>McKee looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Torres.
>He gets into range.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>McKee comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Torres.
>McKee grabs Torres and pulls him into a grapple.
>McKee tries to wrestle Torres backward and up against the ropes.
>He does so, and now has Torres pinned to the ropes.
>McKee uses a vicious foot stomp.
>Antonio McKee is looking really tired.
>Torres takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.
>McKee tries to keep him up against the ropes with wrestling, but Torres reverses so that he is the one in control.
>Torres attempts to wrestle McKee to the ground.
>He has the takedown; McKee didn't even seem to fight it, and simply pulls guard.
>Torres stands up out of guard and backs off, wanting the fight to continue standing.
>A tired Torres moves forward, looking for a takedown.
>McKee tries to avoid Torres.
>Torres doesn't get the takedown, McKee avoided it.
>McKee avoids a jab.
>A leg kick misses badly, giving McKee an opening to score with a flurry of small strikes.
>A visibly tired McKee is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Torres.
>They start grappling, Torres looks happy to engage McKee at close quarters.
>Using his wrestling skills, McKee is trying to push Torres up against the ropes.
>McKee achieves it, pinning Torres to the ropes.
>Antonio McKee seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
>Torres wrestles back against McKee, turning him around so that he now has his back to the ropes.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Torres attempts to wrestle McKee to the ground.
>The takedown is completed, McKee is on his back and pulls guard.
>Torres tries to control McKee against the ground, but finds it a struggle.
>Torres gets pulled in tight, stopping him from posturing up or launching any attacks.
>Torres looks to get past the guard.
>He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
>Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

>The judges' decisions are now being announced.
>All three judges have agreed that Torres is the winner.
>So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Ronys Torres!
>Official Result: Ronys Torres defeats Antonio 'Mandingo' McKee (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.

6th Bout: Rumen Dimitrov x Denis Kang

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>Both fighters go to exchange blows, but neither hits a telling strike.
>Kang slips out of the way of a jab.
>Dimitrov looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Dimitrov grabs Kang and pulls him into a grapple.
>Dimitrov tries to wrestle Kang backward and up against the ropes.
>Kang doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gets out of the grapple.
>Kang uses a nice combination as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Dimitrov attempts to avoid Kang as he shoots in.
>The takedown is completed, Dimitrov is on his back and pulls guard.
>The clock runs down as Dimitrov is being smothered against the ground by Kang.
>Kang throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>Kang smothers Dimitrov with his body by pushing forward and down.
>Kang attempts to pass guard.
>Dimitrov can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard.
>Kang begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.
>Dimitrov keeps his half guard secure.
>Dimitrov tries to sweep Kang but doesn't get anywhere.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Kang is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>Kang is too skilled for Dimitrov, passing half guard and gaining side control.
>Kang looks to roll Dimitrov slightly and slip behind.
>He does it, getting behind Dimitrov.
>Kang successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.
>With both hooks in, Kang tries to flatten Dimitrov out for the rear naked choke.
>Dimitrov doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.
>Dimitrov struggles against Kang but cannot get himself free from the hooks.
>Kang starts hammering away at Dimitrov with right hands.
>Dimitrov is barely able to do anything at all, he cannot get out from under Kang!
>The referee has seen enough, he pulls Kang off!

>Denis Kang takes the win by TKO!
>Official Result: Denis Kang defeats Rumen 'The Twin' Dimitrov (TKO (Strikes) in 8:17 of round 1). The match was rated as being Average.

7th Bout: Koetsu Okazaki x Atsushi Yamamoto

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>Okazaki slips out of the way of a jab.
>An attempted inside leg kick misses, giving Yamamoto the opportunity to counter with a crisp jab.
>Okazaki comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Yamamoto tries to step away from the takedown.
>The takedown doesn't work, Yamamoto saw it coming and got out of range.
>Yamamoto steps in, feints a kick, then darts back out.
>Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done.
>A left jab misses and Okazaki strikes back with a flurry of small strikes.
>Yamamoto feints to the right, trying to draw Okazaki into throwing a strike.
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>Okazaki isn't drawn in by Yamamoto feinting to his left.
>There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage.
>Yamamoto bobs and weaves, trying to get Okazaki to commit.
>Yamamoto counters an attempted flying knee strike with a solid left jab.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Yamamoto circles as he plans his next move.
>Not letting Yamamoto settle, Okazaki moves in closer.
>Okazaki throws out a couple of jabs as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>He has the takedown! Yamamoto is too quick though, and as soon as he hits the ground he spins away, getting back to his feet.
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>Yamamoto uses a right hook to the body, but misses.
>Okazaki comes in closer to press the issue.
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage.
>Okazaki shows good head movement to avoid getting caught with a jab.
>A left jab misses the mark and allows Okazaki to counter with a jab.
>Yamamoto checks a low kick and quickly hits a crisp left jab.
>Okazaki dodges a jab, and fires back with a solid left jab.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>A left jab misses, giving Okazaki the chance to hit back with a nice jab.
>A flurry of rights and lefts all miss, allowing Yamamoto to hit a clean left jab.
>Both fighters come toe-to-toe and strike, but none of the strikes result in significant damage being done.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched.
>Okazaki attempts to wrestle Yamamoto to the ground.
>Okazaki doesn't get the takedown, Yamamoto blocked it.
>Yamamoto tries to get clear of the grapple, but Okazaki holds him in place.
>The time runs out on round one.

Round 2:
>Round two begins!
>It sounded like his corner told Okazaki to attempt to get Yamamoto to the floor in this round.
>Yamamoto steps in, feints a kick, then darts back out.
>Both fighters come in and exchange strikes, but neither does any damage.
>They wind up in a tight clinch.
>Okazaki tries to take Yamamoto down.
>Okazaki doesn't get the takedown, Yamamoto blocked it.
>A whizzer almost allows Yamamoto to create enough space to get free, but Okazaki shuts that opportunity down.
>Okazaki looks to scoop his opponent up for a slam.
>He can't get it though, Yamamoto defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely.
>Both fighters exchange strikes, but neither hits anything significant.
>Using good head movement, Yamamoto slips past a punch and hits a stinging jab.
>Okazaki slips past a jab and scores with a crisp left jab.
>Both fighters throw strikes at the same time, both miss.
>Yamamoto sees a leg kick coming but strikes first with a thudding right hook to the body.
>Okazaki uses head movement to avoid a left jab.
>Yamamoto throws a flurry of rights and lefts, but Okazaki covers up well.
>A left jab misses the mark and allows Yamamoto to counter with a nice sequence of jabs.
>Yamamoto throws a flurry of punches but Okazaki covers up and takes them easily.
>Using good head movement, Okazaki slips past a punch and hits a big kick to the outside of the left thigh.
>Yamamoto uses head movement to cause a left jab to sail harmlessly by.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>A left jab misses, Yamamoto counters with a solid punch.
>Yamamoto throws a flurry of punches but Okazaki covers up and takes them easily.
>Okazaki comes in, looking for a quick double leg takedown from close range.
>The takedown doesn't work, Yamamoto stuffed it.
>Okazaki throws a barrage of big rights but Yamamoto is quick to move out of range.
>Koetsu Okazaki doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Yamamoto comes in closer, looking to attack from the pocket.
>Okazaki tries to counter by dropping down and going for a single leg, but Yamamoto defended it well.
>Yamamoto looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Okazaki tries to counter by dropping down and going for a single leg, but Yamamoto defended it well.
>Moving in closer, Yamamoto looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>Seeing a takedown opportunity, Okazaki goes for a single leg, but Yamamoto is equal to it.
>From the looks of things, I don't think Koetsu Okazaki has much energy left.
>Yamamoto circles around Okazaki.
>Time slips away as Okazaki doesn't press Yamamoto, allowing him to circle.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Okazaki slips out of the way of a flurry of punches.
>Okazaki avoids a jab.
>Atsushi Yamamoto is breathing very hard.
>We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

>The official decisions are being reported now.
>Judge #1 gives the result in favour of Okazaki.
>Judge #2 gives the result in favour of Yamamoto.
>Judge #3 gives the result in favour of Okazaki.
>The winner, by split decision, is Koetsu Okazaki!
>Official Result: Koetsu Okazaki defeats Atsushi Yamamoto (Split Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Average.

8th Bout: Renato Carneiro x Masanori Kanehara

Round 1:
>We are underway!
>Moicano slips out of the way of a jab.
>Moicano throws a couple of wild punches as a set up, then shoots in for a takedown.
>Kanehara not only stops the takedown, he manages to wrestle Moicano to the floor! Moicano pulls half guard.
>Kanehara tries to pass the half guard.
>Moicano keeps Kanehara in half guard.
>Moicano tries to ensnare an arm.
>Kanehara doesn't let his arm get taken.
>In half guard, Kanehara catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
>Moicano tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of half guard.
>Kanehara fends off Moicano, and doesn't give up an arm.
>In half guard, Kanehara begins working to get side control.
>Kanehara isn't able to pass from half guard thanks to the tenacious defence of Moicano.
>Moicano reaches over and tries to lock up an arm.
>Kanehara blocks it.
>In half guard, Kanehara begins working to get side control.
>Moicano keeps his half guard secure.
>Moicano attempts to secure an arm.
>Kanehara doesn't let his arm get taken.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
>Kanehara comes in swinging wildly, using the strikes as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Moicano tries to avoid Kanehara.
>The takedown doesn't work, Moicano saw it coming and got out of range.
>Moicano swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Kanehara.
>The takedown is blocked, and the sprawl allows Kanehara to wrestle Moicano down to the ground instead! Moicano pulls half guard.
>Kanehara throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.
>Kanehara tries to pass the half guard.
>Kanehara is too skilled for Moicano, passing half guard and gaining side control.
>Kanehara is trying to move from side control to mount.
>Moicano tries to sweep from the mount attempt, but gets rolled and gives up his back.
>Kanehara tries to set up Moicano for an armbar.
>Kanehara rolls to try and get the armbar, but Moicano pulls free and easily secures side control.
>Moicano throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
>Kanehara skillfully moves to full guard.
>Moicano tries to pass the guard.
>Moicano struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard.
>Using his leg strength, Kanehara pushes Moicano away, where he stands.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Moicano stands back and allows Kanehara to stand back up.
>Kanehara swings wildly to get Moicano to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Moicano not only stops the takedown, he manages to wrestle Kanehara to the floor and take his back.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Round 2:
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>An exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Kanehara tries for a left jab but Moicano moves out of range.
>Kanehara shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Moicano sprawls well, and Kanehara is forced down to his knees, almost turtled up.
>Rolled over from turtle position Kanehara is left caught in side control.
>Breathing very hard, Renato Carneiro is looking ragged.
>Moicano stands up and backs off, letting Kanehara stand up as well.
>Kanehara tries for a left jab but Moicano moves out of range.
>Breathing very hard, Masanori Kanehara is looking ragged.
>A straight left fails to land and Moicano is able to fire back with a crisp left hand punch.
>A couple of wild swings miss Kanehara and allow him to counter-strike with a right hand.
>Moicano, who is visibly tired, looks like he might want to get in close and wrestle with Kanehara.
>Kanehara moves in too, and they start to grapple.
>The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.
>A drained-looking Moicano tries to close the distance between them.
>Kanehara tries to counter with a takedown, but Moicano defended it well.
>Moicano circles around Kanehara.
>Kanehara doesn't let Moicano settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>Renato Carneiro seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
>Kanehara swings for the fences with some lethargic-looking haymakers, then chooses to shoot in on Moicano.
>Moicano tries to counter with a right hand, but is too slow.
>Moicano gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Kanehara fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
>Moicano is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Kanehara off of him.
>Masanori Kanehara looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>Kanehara attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>Kanehara passes to half guard.
>Kanehara keeps Moicano guessing with a few quick strikes.
>In half guard, Kanehara begins working to get side control.
>He can't quite manage to get past half guard on this attempt.
>Moicano reaches over and tries to lock up an arm.
>Moicano gets an armbar fully applied and forces the tap out!

>Renato 'Moicano' Carneiro takes the win by submission!
>Official Result: Renato 'Moicano' Carneiro defeats Masanori Kanehara (Submission (Armbar) in 8:50 of round 2). The match was rated as being Great.

9th Bout: Hiromasa Ogikubo x Masakatsu Ueda

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>Both fighters come in and throw strikes, there is no real damage done by either.
>Ueda comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>The takedown is completed, Ogikubo is on his back and pulls guard.
>Ueda is trying to pass guard.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>Ueda uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip.
>Ueda attempts to roll Ogikubo slightly and take his back.
>Ueda takes the back, Ogikubo couldn't stop it.
>Ueda tries to set up Ogikubo for an armbar.
>Ogikubo stops Ueda from applying it.
>Ueda blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
>Ogikubo is in increasing trouble, as Ueda gets both hooks in.
>Ueda, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
>Ueda gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Ogikubo has to tap out!

>The winner, by submission; Masakatsu Ueda!
>Official Result: Masakatsu Ueda defeats Hiromasa Ogikubo (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:11 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great.

10th Bout: Henry Cejudo x Haruo Ochi

Round 1:
>We are underway!
>Cejudo counters a left jab by hitting a quick series of punches.
>Moving in closer, Cejudo looks like he may want to wrestle Ochi.
>They start grappling, Ochi looks happy to engage Cejudo at close quarters.
>Cejudo is looking to muscle Ochi back against the ropes.
>Cejudo achieves it, pinning Ochi to the ropes.
>Cejudo tries to keep him up against the ropes with wrestling, but Ochi reverses so that he is the one in control.
>Ochi tries to take Cejudo down.
>Cejudo shows stubborn resistance and Ochi cannot complete the takedown.
>Cejudo uses a whizzer to half turn Ochi, creating enough space for him to break away from the grapple and return to the center.
>A couple of wild haymakers are used to set up a takedown attempt from Ochi.
>Cejudo stuffs the takedown attempt and then pulls Ochi into a clinch.
>Cejudo is trying to push Ochi so that his back is up against the ropes.
>He does so, and now has Ochi pinned to the ropes.
>Cejudo tries to keep him up against the ropes with wrestling, but Ochi reverses so that he is the one in control.
>Ochi looks for a foot stomp, but Cejudo is fighting too hard and it makes it impossible to balance properly to deliver the strike.
>Cejudo waits for Ochi to lift a leg to attempt a foot stomp, then turns him around so that he now has his back to the ropes.
>Ochi wrestles back against Cejudo, turning him around so that he now has his back to the ropes.
>Ochi attempts to wrestle Cejudo to the ground.
>The takedown doesn't work, Cejudo blocked it and then turns it so that Ochi is the one against the ropes.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Cejudo moves back from the grapple and looks ready to strike.
>Ochi eats a stiff jab.
>Cejudo throws a left jab but Ochi uses good head movement to make sure it slips by.
>Stepping back, Cejudo creates a bit of distance.
>Cejudo comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Ochi.
>Ochi ends up grappling for supremacy with Cejudo.
>Cejudo is looking to muscle Ochi back against the ropes.
>He does so, and now has Ochi pinned to the ropes.
>Cejudo breaks the grapple and prepares to launch some strikes at Ochi.
>Ochi uses head movement to avoid a left jab.
>There's a double leg attempt from Ochi, from the pocket.
>Ochi gets caught out and eats a stiff left jab.
>Cejudo comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Ochi.
>Ochi sees a chance to dive for a single leg, but Cejudo is able to defend against it.
>Haruo Ochi doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>A flurry of punches fail to land, giving Ochi the opportunity to counter with a crisp jab.
>Ochi sneaks a glance at his corner.
>Cejudo comes in closer to press the issue.
>Henry Cejudo is breathing very hard.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Cejudo, who is visibly tired, looks like he might want to get in close and wrestle with Ochi.
>The two fighters start grappling for control.
>Cejudo tries to wrestle Ochi backward and up against the ropes.
>He does so, and now has Ochi pinned to the ropes.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2:
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>A straight left fails to land and Cejudo is able to fire back with a series of quick lefts.
>A tired Ochi moves forward, looking for a takedown.
>The takedown doesn't work, Cejudo sprawled to defend it and then works into a clinch position.
>Henry Cejudo looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>Cejudo is looking to muscle Ochi back against the ropes.
>Cejudo achieves it, pinning Ochi to the ropes.
>Haruo Ochi looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>Cejudo takes a short step back and prepares to strike.
>Ochi uses head movement to go under a wild swing and counter-strike with a nice left.
>Showing good head movement, Ochi slips past a right hand and counters with a nice jab.
>Ochi tries for a left jab but Cejudo uses head movement to avoid it.
>There's a ragged-looking double leg attempt from Ochi, from the pocket.
>Cejudo stuffs the takedown attempt and then pulls Ochi into a clinch.
>Cejudo is trying to push Ochi so that his back is up against the ropes.
>Cejudo does it, Ochi is stuck with his back to the ropes.
>Henry Cejudo looks exhausted.
>Cejudo looks for a knee strike, but Ochi out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position.
>Haruo Ochi looks exhausted.
>Ochi tries a foot stomp, but Cejudo avoids it.
>Ochi tries to foot stomp Cejudo, but he puts himself off balance and gets turned around against the ropes.
>Ochi wrestles back against Cejudo, turning him around so that he now has his back to the ropes.
>With Cejudo stuck against the ropes, Ochi tries to complete a takedown.
>Cejudo shows stubborn resistance and Ochi cannot complete the takedown.
>Ochi loses control of Cejudo, who circles out and returns to the center.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Ochi.
>The takedown doesn't work, Cejudo sprawled to defend it and then works into a clinch position.
>Cejudo is trying to muscle Ochi up against the ropes.
>Cejudo does it, Ochi is stuck with his back to the ropes.
>Cejudo tries to smother Ochi against the ropes, but is struggling to maintain control.
>Ochi finds room to apply a standing guillotine, and pulls Cejudo to the ground to tighten it even further!
>The guillotine is fully sunk in, Cejudo has no option but to tap out!

>The winner, by submission, is Haruo Ochi!
>Official Result: Haruo Ochi defeats Henry Cejudo (Submission (Guillotine) in 7:13 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.

Main Event: Jose Maria Tome x Rambaa Somdet

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Somdet to fire back with a crisp jab.
>A spinning back fist is completely off target, giving Tome the chance to counter with a straight left.
>Somdet hits a brutal leaping knee strike, Tome goes down like a ton of bricks! He is knocked out!

>Rambaa 'M16' Somdet takes the win by Knock Out!
>Official Result: Rambaa 'M16' Somdet defeats Jose 'No Chance' Maria Tome (Knock Out (Knee) in 1:24 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.

Lightweight Championship: Ronys Torres x Luciano Azevedo

Featherweight Championship: Deividas Taurosevicius x Renato Carneiro

Bantamweight Championship: Masakatsu Ueda x Koetsu Okazaki

Flyweight Championship: Rambaa Somdet x Haruo Ochi

Prediction Results:

CageRage- 13-8

wekka · March 29, 2013

PURE Announces Signings of Mariusz Pudzianowski, Tito Ortiz, and Cole Konrad

A night after the conclusion of PURE's semifinals, the organization formally announced a trio of monumental signings to close out their year in the free agent department.

To bolster the company's worldwide awareness and to add further depth to their upper weightclasses, PURE introduced Mariusz Pudzianowski, Tito Ortiz, and Cole Konrad as the newest members of the PURE roster.

PURE has said that they have special plans for both Pudzianowski and Ortiz and will announce these plans at a later date. In Konrad's case, PURE says they expect for him to make his debut early in the next year.

wekka · March 29, 2013

PURE Officially Announces PURE Fighting Championships XVI and XVII

With PURE's Grand Prix Series coming to its conclusion this upcoming July, many wondered what was in store for PURE immediately after. These questions were put to rest last night as PURE made official cards for PURE Fighting Championships XVI and XVII, to close out the year.

PURE Fighting Championships XVI will take place in October in Kobe, Japan at World Memorial Hall. The card will be headlined by an openweight bout featuring Quinton "Rampage" Jackson and Valentijn Overeem.

PURE Fighting Championships XVII will mark the first time PURE has ventured outside of Japan, as it will take place from Harrah's Cherokee Council Fire Ballroom in Cherokee, North Carolina this upcoming November. The card is expected to be headlined by a flyweight bout between Henry Cejudo and Jessie Riggleman and also a heavyweight bout between Guram Gugenishvilli and Tyler East.

wekka · March 29, 2013

PURE Introduces Challengers for Grand Prix Champions

With only a month remaining until PURE Fighting Championships XV, PURE held a press conference announcing the plans for the Championship Cards that'll follow and span PURE Fighting Championships XVIII-XXV.

As previously announced, each Grand Prix champion will become the belt holder for their respective weight division and headline their own card beginning in 2015. Until now, that was the only information available. Today, PURE formally introduced the challengers for each weightclass and they were as followed:

Heavyweight:

Sergei Kharitonov (19-5)

Cruiserweight:

Mo Lawal (9-2)

Middleweight:

Thales Leites (20-4)

Welterweight:

Marius Zaromskis (19-8)

Lightweight:

Jadamba Narantungalog (8-2)

Featherweight:

Kazuyuki Miyata (13-9)

Bantamweight:

Wilson Reis (16-4)

Flyweight:

Yasuhiro Urushitani (19-6-6)

wekka · March 29, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XV: Grand Championship Card Finalized

PURE Fighting Championships XV: Grand Championship
@ Toyota Stadium/ 4th Week of July 2014

Opening Bout:
Gilbert Yvel (38-17-1)
x
Yoel Romero (4-2)

2nd Bout:
Kyoji Horiguchi (10-2)
x
Shunichi Shimizu (27-9-2)

3rd Bout:
Yuji Hoshino (19-8-7)
x
Doo Ho Choi (9-3)

4th Bout:
Mizuto Hirota (15-6-1)
x
Alexander Sarnavskiy (21-2)

5th Bout:
B.J. Kojima (13-6-5)
x
Mitsuhisa Sunabe (16-8-4)

6th Bout: Featherweight Championship:
Deividas Taurosevicius (18-5)
x
Renato Carneiro (8-0-1)

7th Bout: Lightweight Championship:
Ronys Torres (28-5)
x
Luciano Azevedo (19-9-1)

8th Bout: Bantamweight Championship:
Masakatsu Ueda (19-2-2)
x
Koetsu Okazaki (11-2-1)

9th Bout: Welterweight Championship:
Taisuke Okuno (15-6-2)
x
John Howard (21-7)

10th Bout:
Satoshi Ishii (6-3-1)
x
Liu Deli (0-1)

11th Bout: Cruiserweight Championship:
Xande Ribeiro (5-0)
x
Jimi Manuwa (15-0)

12th Bout: Heavyweight Championship:
Todd Duffee (11-2)
x
Levan Razmadze (8-0)

13th Bout: Flyweight Championship:
Rambaa Somdet (13-2)
x
Haruo Ochi (12-3-1)

14th Bout: Middleweight Championship:
Hiroshi Izumi (7-2)
x
Ralek Gracie (6-0)

Main Event:
Asashoryu (1-1)
x
Aleksander Emelianenko (21-6)

CageRage · March 29, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XV: Grand Championship

@ Toyota Stadium/ 4th Week of July 2014

Opening Bout:

Gilbert Yvel (38-17-1)

x

Yoel Romero (4-2)

2nd Bout:

Kyoji Horiguchi (10-2)

x

Shunichi Shimizu (27-9-2)

3rd Bout:

Yuji Hoshino (19-8-7)

x

Doo Ho Choi (9-3)

4th Bout:

Mizuto Hirota (15-6-1)

x

Alexander Sarnavskiy (21-2)

5th Bout:

B.J. Kojima (13-6-5)

x

Mitsuhisa Sunabe (16-8-4)

6th Bout: Featherweight Championship:

Deividas Taurosevicius (18-5)

x

Renato Carneiro (8-0-1)

7th Bout: Lightweight Championship:

Ronys Torres (28-5)

x

Luciano Azevedo (19-9-1)

8th Bout: Bantamweight Championship:

Masakatsu Ueda (19-2-2)

x

Koetsu Okazaki (11-2-1)

9th Bout: Welterweight Championship:

Taisuke Okuno (15-6-2)

x

John Howard (21-7)

10th Bout:

Satoshi Ishii (6-3-1)

x

Liu Deli (0-1)

11th Bout: Cruiserweight Championship:

Xande Ribeiro (5-0)

x

Jimi Manuwa (15-0)

12th Bout: Heavyweight Championship:

Todd Duffee (11-2)

x

Levan Razmadze (8-0)

13th Bout: Flyweight Championship:

Rambaa Somdet (13-2)

x

Haruo Ochi (12-3-1)

14th Bout: Middleweight Championship:

Hiroshi Izumi (7-2)

x

Ralek Gracie (6-0)

Main Event:

Asashoryu (1-1)

x

Aleksander Emelianenko (21-6)

wekka · April 2, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XV: Grand Championships

@ Toyota Stadium (42,629)

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Opening Bout: Yoel Romero x Gilbert Yvel

Round 1:
>Both fighters fire off strikes, neither produces any significant damage.
>Neither fighter backs away, instead they both choose to start swinging!
>Yvel smashes Romero with a huge right hand and he is knocked clean out!

>By Knock Out, the winner is Gilbert Yvel!
>Official Result: Gilbert 'The Hurricane' Yvel defeats Yoel 'Soldier of God' Romero (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:41 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.

2nd Bout: Shunichi Shimizu x Kyoji Horiguchi

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>Horiguchi catches Shimizu with a scything inside leg kick.
>Shimizu is knocked off his feet by a barrage of big rights!
>Almost immediately Shimizu has shaken it off and is ready for Horiguchi.
>Horiguchi tries to come in and secure a ground position.
>Shimizu moves quickly, scrambling for position before Horiguchi can get a hold.
>Shimizu ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble.
>Horiguchi fires away with big punches, but Shimizu keeps the half guard secure and doesn't take any undue damage.
>Horiguchi blocks an attempted sweep.
>In half guard, Horiguchi catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
>Horiguchi throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
>Shimizu takes the opportunity to transition from half guard to full guard.
>Horiguchi fires away with big punches, but Shimizu keeps the guard secure and doesn't take any undue damage.
>Using his leg strength, Shimizu pushes Horiguchi away, where he stands.
>Horiguchi tries to secure a ground position.
>Shimizu moves quickly, scrambling for position before Horiguchi can get a hold.
>The scramble ends with both fighters back on their feet, facing each other.
>Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything.
>Horiguchi catches Shimizu with a kick to the inside of the thigh.
>Those strikes to the legs are going to take their toll.
>An exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Shimizu slips out of the way of a flurry of punches.
>Horiguchi throws a right kick to the body but Shimizu avoids it.
>Shimizu swings wildly to get Horiguchi to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Horiguchi strikes first and manages to rock Shimizu with a solid right!
>An exchange of blows doesn't really produce any damage or a clear advantage.
>Horiguchi steps in but an exchange of strikes goes nowhere.
>Not letting Horiguchi settle, Shimizu moves in closer.
>There's a takedown attempt from Shimizu.
>Horiguchi attempts to avoid Shimizu as he shoots in.
>Horiguchi avoids the takedown attempt.
>A flicked jab from Shimizu only finds gloves.
>The fight slows as Horiguchi sits back and allows Shimizu to circle.
>A left hand misses, allowing Horiguchi to counter with a scything low kick to the legs.
>There's under a minute left in this round.
>Shimizu tries for a left jab but Horiguchi moves out of range.
>Shimizu comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Horiguchi.
>Horiguchi is pulled into a grapple.
>With Horiguchi in his grasp, Shimizu tries to set up a judo-style throw.
>Horiguchi digs in and manages to block the throw.
>Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2:
>Round two begins!
>Horiguchi steps in, feints a kick, then darts back out.
>Shimizu comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Horiguchi counters with a right hand that catches Shimizu flush, rocking him!
>Shimizu gets hit with a barrage of big right hands that put him down!
>Horiguchi moves in quickly, kneeling beside Shimizu and starting to hammer down with punches!
>Horiguchi fires away with punches, Shimizu is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!
>The referee pulls Horiguchi away, stopping the match!

>By TKO, the winner is Kyoji Horiguchi!
>Official Result: Kyoji Horiguchi defeats Shunichi Shimizu (TKO (Strikes) in 1:12 of round 2). The match was rated as being Good.

3rd Bout: Doo Ho Choi x Yuji Hoshino

Round 1:
>And here we go!
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>Choi tries for a right body kick but Hoshino moves out of range.
>Hoshino slips out of the way of a combination of short sharp punches.
>Advancing, Choi counters a left jab by using a nice jab.
>Hoshino uses a smart combination to get Choi to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Choi tries to avoid Hoshino.
>Choi avoids the takedown attempt.
>Hoshino looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Hoshino is now standing in the pocket.
>Hoshino comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Choi.
>A counter right hook catches Hoshino hard, putting him down!
>Choi quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Hoshino!
>Somehow Hoshino hangs on, surviving a flurry of bone-crunching stomps and kicks!
>Hoshino wraps Choi up in half guard after he dived in with an attempted huge right hand.
>Choi keeps Hoshino guessing with a few quick strikes.
>Hoshino attempts to sweep Choi.
>It's an incredibly deep sweep, Choi is turned over onto his back and Hoshino gets side control.
>Hoshino attempts to roll Choi slightly and take his back.
>He shows excellent control to move Choi over and take his back.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Hoshino tries to ensnare Choi in an armbar.
>Hoshino rolls onto his back to try and get the armbar, but Choi pulls free and gets side control.
>Choi throws a few right hands to the body.
>Hoshino goes for the sweep from side control.
>Choi gets swept out of side control, but scrambles back to his feet to face Hoshino.
>Hoshino narrowly misses Choi with a right uppercut.
>Not letting Hoshino settle, Choi moves in closer.
>Hoshino slips out of the way of a jab.
>Advancing, Choi counters a left jab by using a pair of nice shots to the body.
>Choi tries for a leg kick but Hoshino moves out of range.
>Hoshino throws a combination of rights and lefts, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Choi tries to avoid Hoshino.
>Choi avoids the takedown attempt.
>A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Choi to fire back with a crunching right hook to the body.
>Hoshino throws out a quick left jab.
>Choi steps in closer to force the issue.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Hoshino slips out of the way of a combination of short sharp punches.
>Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2:
>And here we go, round two!
>Hoshino bobs and weaves, trying to get Choi to commit.
>Hoshino counters a leg kick by grabbing it and attempting a takedown, getting it! Choi manages to pull guard.
>Hoshino attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
>Choi is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Hoshino firmly in guard.
>Choi uses his legs to push Hoshino back, and tries to scramble for position.
>He may regret that choice, as it gives Hoshino the perfect opportunity to come over the top and get side control.
>Hoshino tries to lock Choi in an armbar.
>The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Choi has to tap out!

>The winner, by submission; Yuji Hoshino!
>Official Result: Yuji Hoshino defeats 'The Korean Super Boy' Doo Ho Choi (Submission (Armbar) in 1:54 of round 2). The match was rated as being Great.

4th Bout: Alexander Sarnavskiy x Mizuto Hirota

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>A jab misses and Hirota counters with a barrage of big right hands, knocking Sarnavskiy down!
>Hirota senses victory and starts to unload with punches!
>Hirota pounds away with punches and Sarnavskiy is having trouble doing anything about it!
>The referee pulls Hirota away, stopping the match!

>Mizuto Hirota takes the victory by way of TKO!
>Official Result: Mizuto Hirota defeats Alexander 'Tiger' Sarnavskiy (TKO (Strikes) in 0:43 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.

5th Bout: Mitsuhisa Sunabe x B.J. Kojima

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>Kojima counters a left jab with a quick series of punches.
>A jab misses and Kojima counters with a nice left hand.
>Sunabe looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>They start grappling, Kojima looks happy to engage Sunabe at close quarters.
>Using his wrestling skills, Kojima is trying to push Sunabe up against the ropes.
>Sunabe ends up backed against the ropes.
>Kojima looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Sunabe fights it every inch of the way.
>With Sunabe stuck against the ropes, Kojima gets the underhooks and looks for a takedown.
>Kojima can't get the takedown, as Sunabe wrestles his way into a dominant position.
>Sunabe goes for a foot stomp, but Kojima senses the shift in balance and reverses so that he is the one in control.
>Kojima tries to dirty box Sunabe, but finds himself out-wrestled and turned around so that he is the one against the ropes.
>Sunabe looks for a foot stomp but Kojima takes the opportunity to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.
>With the ropes trapping Sunabe, Kojima gets the underhooks in and looks for a takedown.
>Sunabe digs in and manages to defend the takedown.
>Sunabe turns Kojima slightly, but can't create enough space to get free of the clinch.
>Kojima has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Sunabe down.
>Sunabe will not go down, he blocks the takedown despite the best efforts of Kojima.
>Sunabe wrestles free of Kojima and backs off to the center.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Sunabe looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Kojima.
>Seeing a takedown opportunity, Kojima goes for a single leg, but Sunabe is equal to it.
>Shinichi Kojima looks very tired out there.
>Sunabe is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Kojima.
>Kojima fires off a strike first, but it just misses.
>Sunabe looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Kojima.
>They start grappling, Kojima looks happy to engage Sunabe at close quarters.
>Sunabe tries to wrestle Kojima backward and up against the ropes.
>Kojima ends up backed against the ropes.
>Mitsuhisa Sunabe is looking really tired.
>Sunabe looks for a foot stomp, but Kojima is fighting too hard and it makes it impossible to balance properly to deliver the strike.
>Sunabe looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Kojima proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.
>Shinichi Kojima looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>With the ropes trapping Sunabe, Kojima gets the underhooks in and looks for a takedown.
>Sunabe will not go down, he blocks the takedown despite the best efforts of Kojima.
>Sunabe tries to uses a whizzer to turn Kojima, but is blocked from doing so.
>Kojima has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Sunabe down.
>Kojima tries hard but cannot get Sunabe off of his feet.
>Mitsuhisa Sunabe looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>Sunabe tries to uses a whizzer to turn Kojima, but is blocked from doing so.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>With Sunabe stuck against the ropes, Kojima gets the underhooks and looks for a takedown.
>Kojima can't get the takedown, but does get behind Sunabe when he attempts to wriggle free.
>Shinichi Kojima looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.
>Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2:
>And here we go, round two!
>Kojima steps back to avoid a left jab.
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>A tired Kojima shoots in, looking for a close range double leg.
>The takedown is completed, Sunabe is on his back and pulls guard.
>Mitsuhisa Sunabe looks totally gassed.
>Kojima starts trying to work to get past the guard.
>He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
>Kojima tries to ensnare Sunabe in an armbar.
>The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Sunabe has to tap out!

>Shinichi 'BJ' Kojima takes the win by submission!
>Official Result: Shinichi 'BJ' Kojima defeats Mitsuhisa Sunabe (Submission (Armbar) in 2:43 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.

6th Bout: Featherweight Grand Prix Championship:
Renato Carneiro x Deividas Taurosevicius

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>Taurosevicius bobs and weaves, trying to get Moicano to commit.
>Taurosevicius moves out of range of some wild punches.
>Taurosevicius feints to the right, trying to draw Moicano into throwing a strike.
>Taurosevicius is looking to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>Keen to keep space between them, Moicano backs away.
>Taurosevicius moves out of range of some wild punches.
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>They wind up in a tight clinch.
>Moicano is trying to muscle Taurosevicius up against the ropes.
>Taurosevicius ends up backed against the ropes.
>Moicano hits Taurosevicius, who is pressed up against the ropes, with a nice short uppercut.
>Moicano attempts to use some close-range elbow strikes but Taurosevicius pulls the clinch tighter, making it impossible to launch them.
>Moicano uses dirty boxing to punish Taurosevicius while he is pressed up against the ropes.
>Moicano tries to press him up against the ropes, but finds it hard to keep any sort of real control.
>Taurosevicius catches an unsuspecting Moicano in a standing guillotine!
>Moicano can't escape the guillotine, it's tight enough that he has to tap!

>Deividas Taurosevicius takes the win by submission and becomes the NEW PURE Fighting Championships Featherweight Champion!
>Official Result: Deividas Taurosevicius defeats Renato 'Moicano' Carneiro (Submission (Guillotine) in 4:10 of round 1). The match was rated as being Good.

7th Bout: Lightweight Grand Prix Championship:
Luciano Azevedo x Ronys Torres

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>Both fighters throw strikes, no significant damage is inflicted by either.
>A jab misses and Azevedo counters with a nice left hand.
>Azevedo comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Torres.
>Not wanting to grapple, Torres uses strikes to keep Azevedo at a distance.
>A straight left by Azevedo keeps Torres from advancing.
>Not letting up, Torres quickly steps in closer to attack Azevedo.
>Torres comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Torres can't complete the takedown, and has to settle for pushing Azevedo up against the ropes.
>Torres pins Azevedo up against the ropes and stomps down hard on his foot.
>Azevedo is controlled up against the ropes and takes a hard foot stomp.
>Torres looks for a trip takedown.
>The takedown doesn't work, Azevedo blocked it and then turns it so that Torres is the one against the ropes.
>Azevedo tries to throw an elbow, but Torres takes the opportunity to turn his opponent around so that Azevedo ends up backed against the ropes instead.
>Torres attempts to wrestle Azevedo to the ground.
>The takedown is successful, Azevedo pulls guard.
>Torres fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
>In guard, Torres catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
>Torres throws a few right hands to the body.
>Torres punches down at Azevedo, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Torres keeps Azevedo guessing with a few quick strikes.
>Torres punches down at Azevedo, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
>Azevedo is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Torres.
>Torres finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Azevedo tries to wrestle Torres backward and up against the ropes.
>Azevedo can't do it though, and Torres is able to get free.
>Azevedo gets Torres with a punch to the ribs, but it lacked power.
>Torres quickly gets in closer, looking to attack.
>Torres uses a smart combination to get Azevedo to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Azevedo tries to step away from the takedown.
>The takedown is unsuccessful, Azevedo avoided Torres.
>Azevedo looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Torres snaps off a strong left jab as a counter, but it only finds the gloves.
>Torres throws a couple of jabs, then chooses to shoot in on Azevedo.
>Azevedo tries to step away from the takedown.
>Torres doesn't get the takedown, Azevedo avoided it.
>Azevedo looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>They start grappling, Torres looks happy to engage Azevedo at close quarters.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Azevedo is trying to muscle Torres up against the ropes.
>Torres isn't going anywhere though, and manages to slip out of the grapple entirely.
>Azevedo springs forward, trying to surprise Torres and grab one of his legs!
>Able to secure a leg, Azevedo tries to lock in a kneebar but Torres is able to defend against it.
>Torres can't stop being tripped though, and has to pull guard.
>Azevedo wants to stand up, but cannot get out of guard.
>Torres attempts a triangle choke on Azevedo from the bottom of the guard.
>Azevedo brilliantly spins out of the attempt and gets side control.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Round 2:
>And here we go, round two!
>From what we could hear of his corner, it sounds like Azevedo has been instructed to try and get Torres to the floor in this round.
>Azevedo feints stepping in.
>Azevedo throws a left jab but Torres avoids it.
>Azevedo avoids a flurry of rights and lefts.
>Ronys Torres doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Slowed down by physical tiredness, Torres still looks to get in close and strike from the pocket.
>He gets into range.
>A flurry of rights and lefts all miss, allowing Azevedo to hit a clean punch.
>Torres uses head movement to avoid a left jab.
>Stepping back, Torres creates a bit of distance.
>An errant jab sets Torres up to counter-strike with a huge right cross and Azevedo is knocked down!
>Torres senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!
>Torres knows that this is a golden opportunity, and quickly pounces on Azevedo, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!
>Dazed as he is, Azevedo still manages to do the smart thing and pull half guard.
>Torres tries to lock Azevedo into an arm triangle.
>Azevedo blocks it.
>From the looks of things, I don't think Ronys Torres has much energy left.
>Azevedo tries a sweep from half guard.
>The sweep is good, and Azevedo ends up on top in half guard.
>Luciano Azevedo doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Azevedo looks to get past the half guard.
>He can't find a way past half guard.
>Torres tries to ensnare Azevedo in a guillotine.
>Azevedo defends it well.
>We go past the halfway point of this round.
>Azevedo begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.
>Azevedo is too skilled for Torres, passing half guard and gaining side control.
>Azevedo begins trying to get himself behind Torres.
>He takes the back!
>Azevedo tries to flatten Torres out for a rear naked choke.
>Torres defends himself well.
>Luciano Azevedo looks very, very tired.
>Torres tries a roll, but doesn't budge Azevedo.
>Azevedo tries to hook Torres in a rear naked choke.
>Torres stops Azevedo from flattening him out.
>Ronys Torres looks like he is completely out of gas.
>Azevedo blocks Torres as he tries to roll over.
>Azevedo increases his control by getting both hooks in.
>Azevedo attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.
>Azevedo flattens Torres out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

>By submission and NEW PURE Fighting Championships Lightweight Champion, the winner is Luciano Azevedo!
>Official Result: Luciano Azevedo defeats Ronys Torres (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 8:17 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.

8th Bout: Bantamweight Grand Prix Championship:
Koetsu Okazaki x Masakatsu Ueda

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>Okazaki avoids a nice combination.
>There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage.
>They come together and throw strikes, both miss.
>Having stepped in close to throw their strikes, they end up clinched.
>Okazaki and Ueda break the grapple and are apart again, circling.
>Ueda chooses to shoot in on Okazaki.
>Okazaki sees the takedown coming and tries to move.
>The takedown is completed, it was a single leg but Okazaki is on his back less than a few seconds; spinning out and away, he quickly gets back up.
>Ueda is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Okazaki.
>Ueda grabs Okazaki and pulls him into a grapple.
>Ueda has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Okazaki down.
>Ueda can't get the takedown, as Okazaki wrestles his way into a dominant position.
>The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other.
>Ueda throws a combination of rights and lefts, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Okazaki tries to avoid Ueda.
>Ueda gets a single leg takedown, but as soon as Okazaki hits the ground he spins out and away and gets back to his feet.
>Okazaki throws a speculative right, but it is nowhere near hitting.
>Ueda presses in closer to attack.
>Ueda comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Okazaki.
>Okazaki ends up grappling for supremacy with Ueda.
>With underhooks giving him solid control over Okazaki, Ueda looks for a takedown.
>Okazaki blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.
>Okazaki and Ueda break the grapple and are apart again, circling.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>A showdown where they both exchange strikes only results in a stalemate.
>Okazaki uses head movement to avoid a combination of short sharp punches, then fires back with a solid left jab.
>A left jab misses the mark and allows Ueda to counter with a solid punch.
>A left jab misses the mark and allows Ueda to counter with a kick to the ribs.
>They come together and throw strikes, both miss.
>Standing in the pocket, Ueda chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Okazaki.
>The takedown is completed, but Okazaki is on his back less than a few seconds; spinning out and away, he quickly gets back up.
>Moving forward, Ueda counters a left jab with a powerful right hook to the body.
>Ueda narrowly misses Okazaki with a right uppercut.
>It seems that Okazaki is happy to let Ueda circle for the moment.
>A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Ueda to fire back with a couple of jabs and a beautiful right hook to the body.
>Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything.
>They wind up in a tight clinch.
>Ueda looks to scoop his opponent up for a slam.
>Okazaki doesn't allow himself to be lifted, and he gets away from Ueda.
>We're into the final minute of the round.
>Ueda comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Okazaki attempts to avoid Ueda as he shoots in.
>Ueda can't get the takedown, Okazaki was too quick to back away.
>Ueda avoids a quick jab and hits a couple of nice rights.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Round 2:
>Round two begins!
>Okazaki drops a shoulder, trying to sucker Ueda in with a feint.
>A jab misses, allowing Okazaki to counter-strike with a solid left jab.
>Ueda shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Okazaki gets taken down by a single leg but is able to spin away almost immediately upon hitting the ground, and is quickly back on his feet.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>Okazaki uses head movement to dodge a jab, and counters with a barrage of hard rights, enough to put Ueda down!
>Ueda recovers his wits quickly, and waits for Okazaki to make a move.
>Okazaki stands back and allows Ueda to stand back up.
>Ueda comes in, looking for a quick takedown.
>Okazaki attempts to avoid Ueda as he shoots in.
>Ueda doesn't get the takedown, Okazaki avoided it.
>Okazaki throws a looping punch, but Ueda avoids it.
>Time slips away as Ueda doesn't press Okazaki, allowing him to circle.
>Okazaki waits out a flurry of punches and then hits a barrage of hard punches!
>Masakatsu Ueda doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
>Okazaki uses head movement to dodge a jab, and counters with a barrage of huge right hands, trapping Ueda against the ropes!
>Ueda collapses, hurt, and Okazaki looks to finish by unleashing a barrage of strikes to his downed opponent!
>The referee pulls Okazaki away, stopping the match!

>The winner, by TKO, and NEW PURE Fighting Championships Bantamweight Champion; Koetsu Okazaki!
>Official Result: Koetsu Okazaki defeats Masakatsu Ueda (TKO (Strikes) in 4:22 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.

9th Bout: Welterweight Grand Prix Championship:
John Howard x Taisuke Okuno

Round 1:
>And here we go!
>Howard counters a wayward left jab with a stinging leg kick.
>Okuno steps back to avoid a left jab.
>There's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes, but neither scores.
>Howard circles away, creating some distance between them.
>Okuno darts in, feints a jab, darts back out.
>Backing out of range, Okuno circles tentatively.
>Howard doesn't let Okuno settle, stepping in closer to impose himself.
>An errant jab sets Howard up to counter-strike with a hard right kick to the legs.
>Strikes to the leg like that will take their toll.
>Backing out of range, Howard circles tentatively.
>Not letting Howard settle, Okuno moves in closer.
>Howard slips past a left jab and counters with a kick to the inside of the left thigh.
>Taisuke Okuno is now clearly favouring one leg.
>Targeting the legs is a sound strategy by Howard.
>It will weaken the base of Okuno and that will in turn make it harder to generate power when he strikes.
>Okuno circles, looking for an opening.
>Not letting up, Howard quickly steps in closer to attack Okuno.
>Okuno avoids a low kick.
>They come together and strike, but neither can land a clean shot.
>Okuno uses head movement to slip past a punch, then hits a left jab to the cheek.
>We are now at the halfway point of the round.
>Okuno slips past a straight punch and then hits a straight left.
>Okuno tries for a left jab but Howard uses head movement to avoid it.
>Checking a leg kick, Okuno counters back immediately with a solid punch.
>Howard uses head movement to avoid an enormous close-range knock out punch.
>Okuno catches Howard with a solid jab.
>Okuno slips past a big right and hits a solid left jab.
>There is an exchange of strikes, but neither fighter does any damage.
>Not comfortable in the pocket, Okuno steps back and creates some space.
>Okuno looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Howard.
>Howard counters with a left jab that catches Okuno hard.
>Howard avoids a quick jab and hits a kick to the ribs.
>Okuno looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Keen to maintain some distance, Howard uses strikes to keep Okuno away.
>Okuno counters a left jab by hitting a crisp jab.
>Okuno moves out of range of a flurry of punches.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>Howard steps back to avoid a left jab.
>Howard avoids a jab.
>The time runs out on round one.

Round 2:
>There's the bell and round number two begins!
>Both fighters advance and strike, but neither hits anything.
>Howard slips past a left jab and fires back with a series of quick jabs.
>A left jab misses and Howard strikes back with a stinging leg kick.
>There is no doubt that the damage has added up and Taisuke Okuno has an injured leg.
>Howard throws a feint.
>A quick exchange of strikes produces nothing worth mentioning.
>Okuno avoids a flurry of punches.
>Breathing very hard, John Howard is looking ragged.
>Okuno counters an errant left jab with a solid left jab.
>A flurry of rights and lefts miss, allowing Okuno to hit back with a straight left.
>Okuno is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Howard.
>Howard uses his strikes to stop Okuno from getting close enough to grapple.
>Howard uses a right hook to the body, but misses.
>Time slips away as Okuno doesn't press Howard, allowing him to circle.
>A flurry of punches fail to land, giving Okuno the opportunity to counter with a crisp left hand punch.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>An attempted inside leg kick misses, giving Okuno the opportunity to counter with a nice left hand.
>Although visibly tired, Howard looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Howard and Okuno get closer, both looking eager to engage at close range.
>Howard throws a kick to the body but Okuno dodges it.
>From the looks of things, I don't think John Howard has much energy left.
>Okuno looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Okuno grabs Howard and pulls him into a grapple.
>Okuno is looking to muscle Howard back against the ropes.
>Okuno doesn't manage it though, as Howard slips out of the grapple and gets away.
>Despite being tired, Howard looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Okuno.
>Okuno drops down to try and catch him by surprise with a single leg attempt, but it is blocked.
>Okuno is looking to turn this into a wrestling match, and is getting in closer to Howard.
>Strikes from Howard keep Okuno from stepping in too close, and he is forced to step back.
>Howard slips past a left jab and counters with a right kick to the thigh.
>John Howard looks totally gassed.
>We have one minute of the round remaining.
>A left jab misses and Howard strikes back with a series of quick punches.
>A straight left by Howard keeps Okuno from advancing.
>Okuno seems to be waiting for Howard to make a move.
>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 Howard the win.
>Now the NEW PURE Fighting Championships Welterweight Champion, 'Doomsday' John Howard wins by unanimous decision!
>Official Result: 'Doomsday' John Howard defeats Taisuke 'Goten' Okuno (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 2). The match was rated as being Poor.

10th Bout: Liu Deli x Satoshi Ishii

Round 1:
>Round one begins!
>A right jab misses and Liu Deli strikes back with a nice jab.
>Moving in closer, Liu Deli looks like he may want to wrestle Ishii.
>Ishii is pulled into a grapple.
>Liu Deli is looking to muscle Ishii back against the ropes.
>Liu Deli achieves it, pinning Ishii to the ropes.
>Liu Deli breaks the grapple and prepares to launch some strikes at Ishii.
>From the pocket, Liu Deli connects on Ishii with a stiff jab.
>Liu Deli throws a right jab but Ishii uses good head movement to make sure it slips by.
>Moving in closer, Liu Deli looks like he may want to wrestle Ishii.
>Liu Deli grabs Ishii and pulls him into a grapple.
>Liu Deli is trying to push Ishii so that his back is up against the ropes.
>Liu Deli manages it, and controls Ishii up against the ropes.
>Liu Deli moves back from the grapple and looks ready to strike.
>Liu Deli tries for a right jab but Ishii uses head movement to avoid it.
>Standing in the pocket, Ishii chooses to shoot in for a double leg on Liu Deli.
>Liu Deli sprawls well, and Ishii is forced down to his knees, almost turtled up.
>Liu Deli hits a knee to the side of the head.
>Liu Deli pounds away, the turtled up Ishii is in serious trouble!
>Turtled up, Ishii takes a short knee strike to the side of the head.
>Liu Deli fires away with big left hands, but can't stop Ishii getting to his feet.
>Liu Deli looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Ishii.
>To counter, Ishii fires off a right but only finds the gloves.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Ishii swings wildly to get Liu Deli to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Ishii is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until he is on his knees.
>Ishii takes a few punches on the way, but manages to get back to standing.
>Liu Deli looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Ishii.
>Ishii ends up grappling for supremacy with Liu Deli.
>Liu Deli is trying to muscle Ishii up against the ropes.
>Ishii ends up backed against the ropes.
>Liu Deli looks very tired out there.
>Liu Deli tries to smother Ishii against the ropes, but is struggling to maintain control.
>Liu Deli suddenly finds a guillotine choke slapped on him, and he gets pulled down to the ground in it!
>The guillotine is applied, but Liu Deli stubbornly holds on and does not tap!
>Liu Deli must have managed to stop the choke being properly applied.
>Ishii releases the hold, perhaps having gassed his arms by squeezing for too long.
>Looking to catch his breath, Liu Deli is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
>Ishii attempts to lock on a triangle choke.
>Liu Deli defends well against it.
>Ishii keeps Liu Deli, who looked to be trying to stand up, in guard.
>Ishii attempts to lock on a triangle choke.
>The triangle is locked in deep, Liu Deli has to tap out!

>The winner, by submission, is Satoshi Ishii!
>Official Result: Satoshi Ishii defeats Liu Deli (Submission (Triangle) in 9:34 of round 1). The match was rated as being Fantastic.

11th Bout: Cruiserweight Grand Prix Championship:
Jimi Manuwa x Xande Ribeiro

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>Ribeiro slips out of the way of a jab.
>Ribeiro darts in, feints a jab, darts back out.
>A feint sets up Manuwa to try a spinning back kick, but Ribeiro evades it.
>Ribeiro comes in with a couple of jabs, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Manuwa pulling guard.
>Ribeiro is trying to pass guard.
>He passes to half guard.
>Ribeiro tries to put Manuwa into an americana.
>Manuwa stops Ribeiro from applying it.
>Manuwa tries to ensnare an arm.
>Ribeiro blocks it.
>Ribeiro starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>Manuwa keeps Ribeiro in half guard.
>Manuwa attempts a guillotine choke from the bottom of half guard.
>Ribeiro stops Manuwa from applying it.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Ribeiro reaches over and tries to lock Manuwa in an arm triangle.
>Manuwa defends himself well and is in no danger.
>Manuwa tries to ensnare an arm.
>Manuwa cannot secure the arm.
>Ribeiro attempts to arm triangle Manuwa from the top of half guard.
>Manuwa doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.
>Manuwa reaches over and tries to lock up an arm.
>Ribeiro doesn't let his arm get taken.
>The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
>Ribeiro springs forward, trying to surprise Manuwa and grab one of his legs!
>Ribeiro gets hold of a leg and tries to apply a kneebar...but Manuwa defends against it well.
>Ribeiro settles for tripping him and being pulled into guard.
>Ribeiro lies on top of Manuwa, basically smothering him.
>The clock runs down as Manuwa is being smothered against the ground by Ribeiro.
>Manuwa is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Ribeiro off of him.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Ribeiro begins trying to pass the guard.
>Ribeiro isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.
>The time runs out on round one.

Round 2:
>We are back underway!
>A straight left fails to land and Manuwa is able to fire back with a kick to the ribs.
>Out of nowhere, Ribeiro dives at Manuwa, trying to grab one of his legs!
>Ribeiro gets hold of a leg, but Manuwa pounds on him with punches and is eventually able to pull free.
>Manuwa ends up with Ribeiro turtled up at his feet.
>Manuwa looks to hit a kick to the body, but Ribeiro is back up and out of range too quickly.
>Manuwa stalks Ribeiro back toward the corner of the ring.
>Manuwa slips past a left jab and fires back with an enormous right hook, Ribeiro goes down to the ground, dazed!
>Manuwa quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Ribeiro!
>Ribeiro shows great instincts, pulling half guard to put a halt to the shower of punches.
>In half guard, Manuwa throws a couple of punches designed to keep Ribeiro guessing.
>Ribeiro tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of half guard.
>Ribeiro gets a kimura and wrenches back, Manuwa has to tap out!

>By submission, and NEW PURE Fighting Championships Cruiserweight Champion, the winner is Alexandre Ribeiro!
>Official Result: Alexandre 'Xande' Ribeiro defeats Jimi 'The Poster Boy' Manuwa (Submission (Kimura) in 2:31 of round 2). The match was rated as being Good.

12th Bout: Heavyweight Grand Prix Championship:
Levan Razmadze x Todd Duffee

Round 1:
>The fight begins!
>An exchange of strikes doesn't lead to any real damage.
>Duffee shoots in, looking for a takedown.
>Razmadze cannot stop the takedown, and has to pull guard.
>Duffee attempts to pass guard.
>He manages to pass, but only to half guard.
>Duffee starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.
>Razmadze can't keep half guard secure and gives up side control.
>Duffee begins trying to get himself into mount.
>He does it, and has the mount on Razmadze.
>Duffee pounds away from the mount with elbow strikes, and Razmadze struggles to deal with them.
>Duffee pounds away on Razmadze with elbow strikes, landing several good shots in the process.
>Duffee pounds away with punches from the mount, hitting several big shots.
>The referee jumps in and stops the match!
>Razmadze is up and raging at the referee, and rightly so - that was a pretty ridiculous stoppage!

>The winner, by TKO, and NEW PURE Fighting Championships Heavyweight Champion; Todd Duffee!
>Official Result: 'The Irish Car Bomb' Todd Duffee defeats Levan Razmadze (TKO (Strikes) in 3:03 of round 1). The match was rated as being Great.

13th Bout: Flyweight Grand Prix Championship:
Haruo Ochi x Rambaa Somdet

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>Ochi eats a pair of nice shots to the body.
>Advancing, Somdet counters a left jab by using a quick series of shots to the body, showing great hand speed.
>Ochi avoids a nice combination.
>Somdet looks to move in and stand in the pocket.
>Ochi tries to counter by dropping down and going for a single leg, but Somdet defended it well.
>Moving in closer, Somdet looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>Ochi lets Somdet get closer.
>Somdet throws a wild right but Ochi avoids it.
>Ochi uses head movement to avoid a left jab.
>Somdet uses a nice left jab from the pocket.
>Somdet throws a left jab but Ochi uses good head movement to make sure it slips by.
>Using head movement, Somdet slips past a left jab and counters with a sequence of quick punches.
>Ochi steps back just in time to avoid a wild swing.
>Ochi uses good head movement to slip past a crazy spinning back fist.
>Somdet throws a wild right but Ochi avoids it.
>Standing in the pocket, Ochi dodges a low spinning heel kick and hits a nice jab.
>Using good head movement, Ochi slips past a tight combination and hits a left jab to the cheek.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>A left jab misses, giving Somdet the chance to hit back with a solid right hook to the body.
>Using head movement, Ochi slips past a left jab and counters with a clean punch.
>A left jab misses, Ochi counters with a stinging jab.
>A left jab misses the mark and allows Somdet to counter with a jab.
>Ochi slips out of the way of a right body kick, showing good footwork at such close range.
>A left jab misses, Somdet counters with a nice sequence of jabs.
>Somdet throws a wild right but Ochi avoids it.
>Ochi comes in, looking for a quick double leg takedown from close range.
>Somdet counters with a left jab that catches Ochi hard.
>Somdet counters a wayward left jab with a couple of nice shots.
>Ochi comes in swinging wildly, using the strikes as cover so that he can shoot in.
>Ochi is stopped by a good sprawl, and is pulled down to the ground in a loose front facelock until he is on his knees.
>Sensing a knee strike about to be thrown, Ochi scoots backward quickly and springs to his feet.
>A straight left fails to land and Somdet is able to fire back with a thudding right hook to the body.
>Ochi avoids a nice combination and hits a straight left.
>The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
>Somdet looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Ochi.
>Ochi drops down to try and catch him by surprise with a single leg attempt, but it is blocked.
>The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Round 2:
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Judging from what we heard from his corner, Ochi is looking to get the fight to the ground ASAP.
>A jab doesn't find its intended target, allowing Somdet to fire back with a couple of tight angled jabs and a scorching right hook to the body.
>Ochi swings with a couple of wild punches, then chooses to shoot in on Somdet.
>Ochi finds his takedown blocked with a sprawl, and Somdet promptly wrestles him to the ground, ending up on top, in guard.
>Somdet throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
>Ochi reaches up and tries to lock Somdet in a guillotine.
>Ochi uses the guillotine hold to sweep into side control.
>Ochi attempts an arm triangle.
>The arm triangle is locked in, tight enough that Somdet has to tap out!

>The winner, by submission, and NEW PURE Fighting Championships Flyweight Champion; Haruo Ochi!
>Official Result: Haruo Ochi defeats Rambaa 'M16' Somdet (Submission (Arm Triangle) in 2:24 of round 2). The match was rated as being Great.

14th Bout: Middleweight Grand Prix Championship:
Ralek Gracie x Hiroshi Izumi

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>Izumi counters a wayward low right kick with a jab.
>Izumi comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Gracie.
>Izumi grabs Gracie and pulls him into a grapple.
>Gracie gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Izumi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.
>Izumi tries to wrestle Gracie backward and up against the ropes.
>Izumi achieves it, pinning Gracie to the ropes.
>Izumi steps back from Gracie and looks to unleash some strikes.
>Gracie shows good head movement to avoid getting caught with a jab.
>Izumi tries for a left jab but Gracie uses head movement to avoid it.
>Izumi looks to be trying to close the distance between them.
>Gracie ends up grappling for supremacy with Izumi.
>Izumi is looking to muscle Gracie back against the ropes.
>He does so, and now has Gracie pinned to the ropes.
>Unable to break free, Gracie is smothered up against the ropes, taking short blows to the body, for about sixty seconds.
>Izumi tries to use some knees from the clinch, but Gracie is able to block them.
>Showing his ability to control opponents, Izumi simply smothers Gracie against the ropes for about a minute.
>Having been stuck against the ropes for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
>Izumi comes in closer, looking to wrestle with Gracie.
>He pulls Gracie into a grapple.
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Izumi is trying to muscle Gracie up against the ropes.
>Izumi achieves it, pinning Gracie to the ropes.
>Izumi moves back from the grapple and looks ready to strike.
>Izumi throws a left jab but Gracie uses good head movement to make sure it slips by.
>Gracie backs away from Izumi, creating some space between them.
>Both throw strikes at each other, both easily defend the other's attempt.
>A couple of wild haymakers are used to set up a takedown attempt from Gracie.
>The takedown is completed, but Izumi is on his back less than a few seconds; spinning out and away, he quickly gets back up.
>Gracie tries for a left jab but Izumi moves out of range.
>Izumi looks like he wants to stand in the pocket and strike with Gracie.
>Gracie seems happy to engage with Izumi in the pocket.
>Gracie shoots in, looking for a close range double leg.
>Gracie can't complete the takedown, and has to settle for pushing Izumi up against the ropes.
>Izumi applies a neck crank in order to get some leverage over Gracie.
>Using the position well, Izumi pulls Gracie down onto all fours, then rolls him to side control!
>Izumi lets go of side control and stands up, then backs off, wanting the fight standing.
>Moving in closer, Izumi looks like he may want to wrestle Gracie.
>Izumi grapples with Gracie, who made no attempt to escape.
>Izumi is trying to push Gracie so that his back is up against the ropes.
>Izumi manages it, and controls Gracie up against the ropes.
>Showing his ability to exert control, Izumi smothers Gracie up against the ropes for about a minute.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Showing his ability to exert control, Izumi smothers Gracie up against the ropes for the remainder of the round, wearing him down with occasional sharp punches to the ribs.
>The time runs out on round one.

Round 2:
>There's the bell for the start of the round!
>Between rounds, his corner told Gracie to take it to the ground as early as possible in this round.
>Gracie counters a left jab with a quick left.
>Izumi looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Gracie.
>Izumi grabs Gracie and pulls him into a grapple.
>Izumi tries to use some dirty boxing, but Gracie uses his wrestling skills to smother him.
>Hiroshi Izumi is breathing very hard.
>Izumi tries to throw some close-range strikes as they grapple, but the attempts are smothered by Gracie.
>Izumi is trying to push Gracie so that his back is up against the ropes.
>Izumi manages it, and controls Gracie up against the ropes.
>Izumi tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Gracie uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.
>Izumi tries some dirty boxing, but Gracie wrestles his way out of trouble and manages to turn it around so that Izumi ends up backed against the ropes instead.
>With Izumi stuck against the ropes, Gracie tries to complete a takedown.
>Gracie can't get the takedown, but does get behind Izumi when he attempts to wriggle free.
>Hiroshi Izumi looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
>Izumi uses a whizzer to half turn Gracie, creating enough space for him to break away from the grapple and return to the center.
>Ralek Gracie is looking really tired.
>Looking very tired, Gracie comes in throwing ragged haymakers, using them as cover so that he can shoot in.
>The takedown doesn't work, Izumi sprawled to defend it and then works into a clinch position.
>Izumi is trying to muscle Gracie up against the ropes.
>Izumi does it, Gracie is stuck with his back to the ropes.
>Izumi shows great control, keeping Gracie pressed against the ropes while punishing him with sharp strikes to the body for roughly a minute.
>Izumi smothers Gracie up against the ropes while using the occasional short sharp punch to the body, keeping him stuck there for a full minute.
>Hiroshi Izumi looks like he is completely out of gas.
>We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
>Izumi uses a hard foot stomp.
>Having been stuck against the ropes for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
>Gracie, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.
>It looks like Izumi is trying to grab a guillotine.
>The guillotine attempt doesn't work.
>Gracie gets a single leg takedown! Izumi pulls guard off it.
>Ralek Gracie looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>Gracie tries to pass the guard.
>Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control.
>Gracie attempts the mount.
>He does it, and has the mount on Izumi.
>Gracie tries to lock Izumi in an americana.
>Izumi blocks it.
>Izumi tries to turn over and sweep Gracie, but rolls too far and gives up his back!
>Gracie gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.
>Gracie attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.
>Izumi stops Gracie from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.
>Ralek Gracie looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.
>With both hooks in, Gracie tries to flatten Izumi out for the rear naked choke.
>Izumi gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

>The winner and NEW PURE Fighting Championships Middleweight Champion, by submission, Ralek Gracie!
>Official Result: Ralek Gracie defeats Hiroshi Izumi (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 9:01 of round 2). The match was rated as being Decent.

Main Event: Aleksander Emelianenko x Asashoryu

Round 1:
>There's the opening bell!
>Emelianenko counters a wayward left jab with a left jab to the cheek.
>Emelianenko avoids a jab and scores with a kick to the outside of the left leg.
>They come together and throw strikes, both miss.
>Emelianenko uses a smart combination to get Asashoryu to cover up, then shoots in looking for a takedown.
>Emelianenko can't get past the sprawl of Asashoryu, and finds himself pushed face-down to the ground.
>Asashoryu hits a short knee to the side of the head of the turtled Emelianenko.
>Turtled up, Emelianenko takes a short knee strike to the side of the head.
>Asashoryu pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Emelianenko, who is covering up well.
>Asashoryu hits a short knee to the side of the head of the turtled Emelianenko.
>Asashoryu hits a short knee strike to the head.
>Asashoryu pounds away on the body and side of the head, Emelianenko struggles to deal with them.
>Asashoryu fires away with right hands, and Emelianenko is stung by several big shots to the side of the head.
>Turtled up, Emelianenko takes a short knee strike to the side of the head.
>Emelianenko springs back to his feet, albeit at the expense of a few punches to the body and head.
>Asashoryu looks like he might be trying to get in close and wrestle with Emelianenko.
>Emelianenko finds himself pulled into a grappling contest.
>Asashoryu is looking to muscle Emelianenko back against the ropes.
>Asashoryu achieves it, pinning Emelianenko to the ropes.
>Asashoryu Akinori looks very tired out there.
>Asashoryu uses underhooks to gain solid control, and is looking for a takedown.
>Emelianenko cannot stop being lifted up and blasted with a Greco-Roman slam, he can only pull guard!
>We pass the halfway mark of this round.
>Asashoryu punches down at Emelianenko, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>Emelianenko attempts to lock on a triangle choke.
>Asashoryu doesn't let Emelianenko get it.
>Asashoryu throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>Time slips away as Asashoryu successfully keeps Emelianenko stuck against the ground.
>Asashoryu punches down at Emelianenko, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
>Asashoryu throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>Asashoryu keeps Emelianenko guessing with a few quick strikes.
>The clock runs down as Emelianenko is being smothered against the ground by Asashoryu.
>With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
>Moving in closer, Emelianenko looks like he wants to strike from the pocket.
>Asashoryu counters by dropping down and hitting a single leg, Emelianenko is forced to pull guard.
>Asashoryu Akinori looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.
>We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
>Asashoryu throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
>Emelianenko raises his legs and tries to get Asashoryu into a triangle choke.
>Asashoryu defends well against it.
>Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2:
>And here we go, round two!
>Emelianenko steps in and unloads with a couple of shots to the body and a nice right uppercut.
>Asashoryu goes down after getting hammered with a barrage of rights!
>Emelianenko moves in quickly, kneeling beside Asashoryu and starting to hammer down with punches!
>Emelianenko pounds away on Asashoryu, landing several great shots that threaten to knock him out!
>With Asashoryu taking a beating, the referee has to stop the match!

>Aleksander Emelianenko takes the win by TKO!
>Official Result: Aleksander Emelianenko defeats Asashoryu Akinori (TKO (Strikes) in 1:10 of round 2). The match was rated as being Great.

Prediction Results-

CageRage: 6-9

wekka · April 2, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XVI Card Finalized:

PURE Fighting Championships XVI
@ World Memorial Hall in Kobe, JP/ 2nd Week of October 2014

Opening Bout:
Peter Sobotta (13-4-1)
x
Hai Lin Ao (8-0)

2nd Bout:
Young Choi (16-9-2)
x
Antz Nansen (1-1)

3rd Bout:
Jutaro Nakao (23-17-4)
x
Kajan Johnson (19-10-1)

4th Bout:
Soa Palelei (18-3)
x
Justin Wren (10-2)

5th Bout:
Peter Graham (7-5)
x
Mike Martelle (15-2)

6th Bout:
Damian Grabowski (16-1)
x
Chris Barnett (7-1)

7th Bout:
Tomonari Kanomata (19-7-6)
x
Mackens Semerzier (7-4)

8th Bout:
Takenori Sato (15-8-7)
x
Daniel Acacio (29-13)

9th Bout:
Ikuhisa Minowa (55-34-8)
x
John Salter (8-3)

10th Bout:
Cristiane "Cyborg" Santos (11-1)
x
Mei Yamaguchi (10-5-1)

Main Event:
Quinton "Rampage" Jackson (32-11)
x
Valentijn Overeem (32-31)

CageRage · April 2, 2013

PURE Fighting Championships XVI

@ World Memorial Hall in Kobe, JP/ 2nd Week of October 2014

Opening Bout:

Peter Sobotta (13-4-1)

x

Hai Lin Ao (8-0)

2nd Bout:

Young Choi (16-9-2)

x

Antz Nansen (1-1)

3rd Bout:

Jutaro Nakao (23-17-4)

x

Kajan Johnson (19-10-1)

4th Bout:

Soa Palelei (18-3)

x

Justin Wren (10-2)

5th Bout:

Peter Graham (7-5)

x

Mike Martelle (15-2)

6th Bout:

Damian Grabowski (16-1)

x

Chris Barnett (7-1)

7th Bout:

Tomonari Kanomata (19-7-6)

x

Mackens Semerzier (7-4)

8th Bout:

Takenori Sato (15-8-7)

x

Daniel Acacio (29-13)

9th Bout:

Ikuhisa Minowa (55-34-8)

x

John Salter (8-3)

10th Bout:

Cristiane "Cyborg" Santos (11-1)

x

Mei Yamaguchi (10-5-1)

Main Event:

Quinton "Rampage" Jackson (32-11)

x

Valentijn Overeem (32-31

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