World Fighting Championship

Judoku1819 · January 23, 2014

Welcome the brand new mixed martial arts promotion: World Fighting Championship!

Frank Fertitta decided to set out on yet another adventure and has decided to own his own promotion. The company has 'medium' financing and will be looking to house some of the greatest fights.

General Info: I will be using the Modern Warriors 14 mod for this dynasty. It is my first one but I am going to try and stay extremely active and to keep everyone interested involved. My game will begin February 2014 (with all fighters records up to date - excluding the upcoming Henderson vs. Thomson card).

A Note: I will be implementing a similar idea as Chris2k did in his dynasty to add effect. However, I am merely going to do only 2 injuries per event. The injured fighters will be selected by: a) the flip of a coin. Heads is fighter one, tails is fighter two, and b) rolling a twelve sided die to see which fight is effected.

Rules and Format: Rules of the UFC. Once a month I will hold a TV show called "The Contenders" which will showcase the up and comers of a select division in a 8-man tournament. (The winner will be guaranteed a contract and the remaining fighters will have the possibility depending on their performance.) The tournaments will feature PRIDE rules. I will hold one PPV card each month that will feature 12 fights (likely 1 or 2 title matches) and three Friday "Fight Night" cards that will feature 10 bouts.

Betting: *Sorry if this section is confusing but I wanted to make this aspect of the dynasty fun!* Betting will work as follows: after an event is announced anyone wanting too will place a bet between 0-10 on who they think will win. If your fighter wins, you will receive the amount that you bet, however, if your fighter loses, you will lose that amount. (This should be fun as it adds a risk factor to betting.) As a bonus: if you also guess the way the fight will end and in which round you double your winnings (there will be no penalty for getting this incorrect.)

The person who wins the most points after an event gets to select a fight between any NON-RANKED fighters for the next card. The person with the most points after each year will get to select the fights for an entire card (excluding title fights and TOP contender fights.)

Now, TASK #1: I want YOU to help me build the roster!!! I want the company to start without HUGE names so no current champions or TOP contenders please. (I want their to be fighters that everyone likes though so don't be afraid to list a fighter that is already in a promotion. I will be signing guys as they become available in game too anyway!)

Below I will list 5-7 fighters from each of the promotions weight classes that I would like to see in the promotion. If anyone who will be following this thread could do the same then that'd be great! (Try to avoid double listing a fighter, you can do less than five if you want!)

I don't want to steal TOO many fighters from other promotions so if they are currently signed to another promotion see if they are either: a) their contract is almost over anyway, or b) they are on a losing skid. (As for gatekeepers in other promotions, I don't mind taking them!)

Flyweight:

Ian McCall (don't want anyone higher profile than him!) - Gatekeeper of sorts

Azamat Gashimov - unemployed

Darren Uyenoyama - losing streak in UFC

Jared Papazian - unemployed

Ulysses Gomez - unemployed

Bantamweight:

Eddie Wineland - only 2-3 in the UFC. This one is close to being too big

Brad Pickett - gatekeeper

Antonio Banuelos - unemployed

Demacio Page - unemployed

Ian Loveland - unemployed

Manny Tapia - unemployed

Featherweight:

Conor McGregor - not yet ranked (although he is a big deal)

Isaac DeJesus - unemployed

Javier Vasquez - unemployed

Joey Gambino - unemployed

Pablo Garza - unemployed

Ronnie Mann - unemployed

Lightweight:

Sam Stout - gatekeeper

John Makdessi - not yet ranked

Chris Horodecki - associate with SFS

Sean Sherk - retired (I don't mind bring back some retired, within reason.)

John Alessio - unemployed

Kurt Pellegrino - unemployed

Mac Danzig - recently released by the UFC

Welterweight:

Ben Askren - currently unemployed

Gerald Harris - unemployed

Greg Soto - unemployed

Jason Pierce - unemployed

Jonathan Goulet - unemployed

Matt Riddle - unemployed

Middleweight:

Chris Leben - recently retired from the UFC

David Loiseau - unemployed

Denis Kang - unemployed

Jason Miller - unemployed

Kalib Starnes - unemployed

Michael Kuiper - unemployed

Sean Loeffler - unemployed

Light-Heavyweight:

Chad Griggs - unemployed

Gilbert Yvel - WSOF contract.. oh well. exciting fighter

Jake O'Brien - unemployed

Jorge Oliveira - unemployed

Mikko Rupponen - unemployed

Ricardo Arona - unemployed

Heavyweight:

Andrei Arlovski - nearing the end of his career

Antonio Rodrigo Noguiera - big time gatekeeper

Dan Severn - unemployed

Eddie Sanchez - unemployed

Josh Hendricks - unemployed

Pat Barry - awful UFC record

Tim Sylvia - unemployed

Tom Murphy - unemployed

Final note until next time: if throughout this dynasty you would like to give me the challenge of picking up a fighter that you really like (including champions) I will shortlist them and do my best to acquire them at some point in the game!

I will be back when I finalize the roster, thank you to everyone who adds to it!!!

CageRage · January 24, 2014

Sounds like fun!

Flyweight

Abel Cullum

Will Campuzano

Allamurad Karayev

Rafael de Freitas

Shinichi Kojima

Bantamweight

Daniel Lima

Josh Hill

LC Davis

Nick Denis

Jeff Curran

Featherweight

Pat Schilling

Thierry Quenneville

Tyler Toner

Doo Ho Choi

John Teixeira

Lightweight

Alex Ricci

Jesse Ronson

Marcus Davis

Dustin Hazelett

Blake Fredrickson

Welterweight

Dan Hornbuckle

Gregor Gracie

Josh Neer

Magomed Shikshabekov

Sheldon Westcott

Middleweight

Dongi Yang

Jason Day

Jesse Bongfeldt

Kendall Grove

john Salter

Light Heavyweight

Hans Stringer

Mike Kyle

Ralek Gracie

Brandon Halsey

Ricardo Abreu

Heavyweight

Jeff Monson

Steve Bosse

Philip De Fries

Mark Ellis

Tyler East

mmaaddict · January 26, 2014

Flyweight

Alexandre Pantoja

Danny Martinez

Masayoshi Kato

Bantamweight

Michael Mortimer

Aljamain Starling

Bibiano Fernandes

Alex Caceres

Featherweight

Rani Yahya

Justin Lawrence

Din Thomas

Renato Carneiro

Lightweight

Christian Uflacker

Joe Lauzon

Terry Etim

Evan Dunham

Welterweight

Cristiano Souza

Paul Daley

Damarques Johnson

Dhiego Lima

Ben Saunders

Middleweight

Bola Omoleye

Jake Rosholt

Tom Watson

Jesse Forbes

Mamed Khalidov

Light Heavyweight

Max Nunes

Robert Drysdale

Jan Blachowicz

Heavyweight

Frank Mir

Jim York

Pedro Rizzo

Cheick Kongo

Judoku1819 · January 27, 2014

<div style="text-align:center;">The World Fighting Championship will be holding its first event on Wednesday, Week 3, February 2014 in Massachusetts, USA.

WFC: The Contenders 1

The event is an 8-man tournament between the bottom eight ranked men of the heavyweight division. The winner will launch to the top of the rankings and earn himself a place among the sports elite. He will also walk away The Contenders 1 Champion.

The four qualifier matches are as follows:

Tom Murphy (8-0) vs. Josh Hendricks (18-7-1)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Tom Murphy was a cast member on season two of The Ultimate Fighter and one of the only fighters to leave the UFC undefeated. He has returned from retirement at the age of 39 to compete in the WFC. Josh Hendricks was a veteran of the UFC. Both men are wrestlers and a takedown battle can be expected.

Joaquim Ferreira (15-8) vs. Philip De Fries (9-3-1)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

This fight is bound to be a grappling war! Both men are BJJ fighters and have the ability to stop the fight at any moment once it gets to the ground. Philip De Fries three losses have came in the UFC, now that he has entered the WFC he is hoping to keep it that way.

Pat Barry (8-7) vs. Pedro Rizzo (19-11)

(No-Favourite)

Pedro Rizzo, both a veteran of the UFC and PRIDE, will have an experience advantage over Barry, however, Barry has fought many of MMA's elite fighters. This is a classic striker vs. striker matchup. The biggest questions are: a) will Barry's small size put him at a disadvantage and b) is the age of Rizzo (39) going to effect his performance.

Dan Severn (100-18-7) vs. Mark Ellis (1-1)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Dan Severn, sporting one of the most extensive MMA records of all time, will be facing newcomer Mark Ellis. Way outmatched in the experience department Mark Ellis' greatest advantage is that Severn is riding a losing streak and his age has began to show in his latest fights.

*Bets on predictions are now open - an additional bet may be placed on who you believe will win the tournament*</div>

CageRage · January 27, 2014

Tom Murphy (8-0) vs. Josh Hendricks (18-7-1) (TKO-2) (6)

Joaquim Ferreira (15-8) vs. Philip De Fries (9-3-1) (SUB-1) (10)

Pat Barry (8-7) vs. Pedro Rizzo (19-11) (KO-1) (4)

Dan Severn (100-18-7) vs. Mark Ellis (1-1) (TKO-1) (8)

Tournament Winner: Philip De Fries (5)

Judoku1819 · January 28, 2014

<div style="text-align:center;">Wednesday, Week 3, February 2014

Broadcast on SpikeTV from Massachusetts, USA.

WFC: The Contenders 1

Heavyweight Tournament Qualifier

Dan Severn (100-18-7) vs. Mark Ellis (1-1)

Ellis counters a strike from Severn with a left jab. Another jab misses, and now Severn counters with a jab of his own. Ellis uses a two punch counter on Severn. Ellis shoots and completes a takedown. Ellis passes the guard of Severn and stops in side control. Ellis fails to apply an americana attempt. Ellis throws two knee strikes that connect with Severn’s ribs. Ellis transitions to the mount and unloads on Severn! The referee jumps in to save Severn from further punishment.

Mark Ellis def. Dan Severn @ 5:02 of Round 1 via TKO (strikes)

A decent fight to start the card.

Heavyweight Tournament Qualifier

Pat Barry (8-7) vs. Pedro Rizzo (19-11)

Both men feel each other out and try to find their range. After two minutes Rizzo lands a counter jab. Rizzo hits three more counter lefts. Both men throw punches from the pocket, but none do any real damage. Rizzo and Barry clinch, Pedro pushes Pat against the cage. Rizzo trips Barry and the fighters fall to the ground. Rizzo stalls to catch his breath. Barry defends a leg lock attempt and throws some punches from the bottom. Rizzo drops back once again for the leg lock, but this time completes it! Pat Barry taps and the fight is over.

Pedro Rizzo def. Pat Barry @ 5:59 of Round 1 via SUB (leglock)

This was a poor fight.

Heavyweight Tournament Qualifier

Joaquim Ferreira (15-8) vs. Philip De Fries (9-3-1)

De Fries shoots in for a takedown almost immediately, his pace and power made the completion inevitable. Ferreira is seated against the cage, but Philip yanks him off in order to get side control. De Fries transitions to the mount. Philip throws some unsuccessful ground and pound. Joaquim tries to roll De Fries but gives up his back! De Fries gets both hooks in and after a second try locks up the Rear Naked Choke! Ferreira taps!

Philip De Fries def. Joaquim Ferreira @ 3:49 of Round 1 via SUB (RNC)

A good fight!

Heavyweight Tournament Qualifier

Tom Murphy (8-0) vs. Josh Hendricks (18-7-1)

Both men throw some strikes that do not land. Hendricks shoots for a takedown and is successful in completing it. Josh passes the guard of Murphy with ease and begins throwing some big strikes! Murphy keeps throwing, but he seems to have slowed down. He mounts Murphy and continues to strike. Hendricks looks fatigued. Josh’s striking has gotten sloppy. Murphy attempts a sweep back gives up his back. Hendricks gets both hooks in and attempts a Rear Naked Choke! Murphy defends. Tom continues to try and get out of this bad position. Both men look ragged. The Rear Naked Choke is once again attempted and defended. Hendricks immediately takes a third try and and Murphy taps to the Rear Naked Choke!

Josh Hendricks def. Tom Murphy @ 6:58 of Round 1 via SUB (RNC)

This was another decent fight.

Heavyweight Tournament Semi-Final

Pedro Rizzo (20-11) vs. Mark Ellis (2-1)

Round 1

Rizzo quickly counters with big strikes! Rizzo lands a leg kicks and Ellis checks another. Pedro is looking to keep distance and work a jab. A quick exchange, but nothing hard lands. The fighters clinch and Ellis pushes Rizzo against the cage. Mark works some dirty boxing. Rizzo spins off the cage and distances himself to set up some strikes. Both men throw a few counter punches. Rizzo appears to be getting tired. Both men clinch and Rizzo once again ends up with his back against the cage. Ellis lands a foot stomp and some additional dirty boxing.

Round 2

Ellis catches a weak kick and completes a takedown! Rizzo throws up a triangle choke! The submission attempt is blocked. Ellis throws some weak punches and ends up in another triangle attempt! Another unsuccessful attempt by Rizzo and both men use some time to catch their breath. Ellis fails to pass the guard of Rizzo on multiple attempts. Pedro attempts a guillotine! but fails. A few more transition attempts by Ellis fail and the round ends. This fight will go to the scorecards. All three judges give Rizzo the nod.

Pedro Rizzo def. Mark Ellis @ 5:00 of Round 2 via Unanimous Decision

This was a poor fight.

Co-Main Event

Heavyweight Tournament Semi-Final

Josh Hendricks (19-7-1) vs Philip De Fries (10-3-1)

Both fighters throw strikes that miss. Hendricks stuffs a takedown attempt by De Fries. De Fries takes another shot but Hendricks sprawls and the fighters end up in a clinch. Hendricks pushes De Fries up against the cage. Hendricks uses a foot stomp and elbow combination but allows De Fries to spin around. Philip pushes Josh’s back against the cage and lands a takedown! De Fries attempts an americana but it is defended. A scramble ensues and both men finish on their feet. Hendricks stuffs yet another takedown attempt and once again pins De Fries against the cage. Josh is fighting exhaustion. Philip De Fries spins off the cage but after attempting some strikes get spun back around. Out of nowhere De Fries slaps on a standing guillotine!!! Hendricks taps out! Wow!

Philip De Fries def. Josh Hendricks @ 7:28 of Round 1 via SUB (standing guillotine)

What a good fight!

Main Event

Heavyweight Tournament Final

Philip De Fries (11-3-1) vs. Pedro Rizzo (21-11)

Round 1

De Fries lands a jab but Rizzo come back with two strong leg kicks. Those will pay their toll. Both fighters keep their distance - De Fries jabs, and Rizzo continues throwing leg kicks. There are signs that De Fries leg has accumulated a lot of damage. Rizzo is taking away the takedown power of De Fries. Philip attempts a takedown but cannot land it. De Fries throws some punches to open up the takedown, he completes it! Philip easily passes to side control. De Fries rolls Rizzo over and takes his back. De Fries attempts a Rear Naked Choke! Its defended. Philip attempts a second rear naked choke without hooks and Rizzo manages to roll into the guard of Philip. De Fries throws up a tight triangle choke! Wow, Rizzo was saved by the bell.

Round 2

Both men exchange strikes that don’t do any damage. Rizzo stops another takedown attempt. Pedro is breathing very hard. Both men are throwing flurries and flurries at each other! Nothing significant lands in the exchanges. De Fries shoots for one final takedown attempt that ends with Rizzo against the cage. The round ends.

Round 3

De Fries is limping and we are beginning to see the signs of those early leg kicks. Both men are moving in and out of striking exchanges. Rizzo lands some big strikes! Both men look exhausted. De Fries shoots for a takedown and gets it! Philip passes to half guard. De Fries gets an arm triangle fully applied! But Rizzo breaks free at the last second and the round ends. All judges scored the fight for De Fries.

Philip De Fries def. Pedro Rizzo @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Unanimous Decision

This was a good fight.</div>

Fight of the Night: Philip De Fries vs. Joaquim Ferreira

KO of the Night: Mark Ellis

Submission of the Night: Philip De Fries

Post Fight Press Conference:

*Dan Severn has a 27 day medical suspension to serve.

-WFC Management announced that although Severn put on a decent fight for the fans that if health becomes an issue a release will have to be considered.

*Joaquim Ferreira has a 55 day medical suspension.

-Ferreira announced that he was extremely disappointed in his performance but he was at least glad to be bringing 'fight of the night' home.

*Tom Murphy has a 55 day medical suspension.

-Murphy has suffered the only loss of his career and we will have to see where he wants to go from here.

*Pat Barry has a 27 day medical suspension after tearing some leg muscles.

-Barry announced being disappointed that he couldn't show his striking skills. The fans seemed to wonder why he won't work on his ground game.

*Josh Hendricks will serve a 27 day medical suspension due to the strain put on his neck.

*Pedro Rizzo has broke into the top 10 ranked heavyweights in the WFC (#10)

*Philip De Fries has entered the top 10 ranked heavyweights in the WFC (#3)

-Twitter has been going crazy with people amazed by his standing guillotine. Management said "one of the best submissions ever. Should hold up as the best of our organization for awhile."

Betting Results:

CageRage bet (+33) and earned (+31) (Year Total = +31)

-Since only you bet, pm me the weight class that you would like to choose a matchup for and I will message you the available fighters! Congrats!

Judoku1819 · January 28, 2014

<div style="text-align:center;">The World Fighting Championship will be holding its second event on Friday, Week 4, February 2014 in Colorado, USA.

WFC: Friday Night Fights 1

The event will feature a 4-man tournament for the WFC Lightweight Title.

Preliminary Card

Eddie Sanchez (13-6) vs. Tim Sylvia (31-10-1NC)

(No Favourite)

Two veterans of the sport. Tim Sylvia is the former UFC Heavyweight Champion. Sanchez is coming of a 2-1 stint in Bellator, with his most recent fight being a loss. Tim Sylvia is looking to turn around his losing streak after going 0-2-1 in his last three fights.

Brandon Halsey (5-0) vs. Jason Brilz (18-5-1)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

Both men are wrestlers. Brilz owns the experience advantage but Halsey is not a prospect to overlook. Carrying a perfect 5-0 record momentum could play key fighting against Brilz who is 1-4 in his last five appearances.

Main Card

(#18) Chad Robichaux (13-2) vs. (#24) Rafael De Frietas (6-0-1)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Both men are BJJ fighters. Coming off two losses at Bantamweight, Chad won his Flyweight debut and is looking to keep his momentum going in this weight class. De Freitas is looking to move further up the flyweight rankings.

Javier Vasquez (16-5) vs. Renato Carneiro (7-0-1)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Another BJJ matchup. 3-2 in his last five fights, Javiers most recent win was a decision over UFC veteran Joe Stevenson. He takes on Carneiro who is looking to keep his perfect record intact.

(#25) Hideo Tokoro (32-26-2) vs. Ian Loveland (16-9)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

These two fighters can take the fight anywhere! Ian Loveland is looking to break into the top 25 rankings for Bantamweight and Tokoro is looking to climb the rankings for one last run at the title. Loveland rides a winning streak and Tokoro is coming off a loss that seen is streak end.

Jason Pierce (9-1) vs. Greg Soto (8-2)

(No Favourite)

This fight looks to be one of the best on the card! Both men are true mixed martial artist and the fight could go anywhere. Two fairly new fighters looking to move up the leaderboard in their division.

Sean Sherk (36-4-1) vs. Blake Fredrickson (15-4-1)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

Both men are wrestlers. Sherk has been plagued with injuries in recent years and was forced into retirement. He claims to be healthy and at his age has one last chance to make a run for the Lightweight Title. Blake is the favourite because no one knows if Sherk is truly healthy but Sherk is no newcomer to the underdog stature.

Chris Leben (26-11) vs. Sean Loeffler (25-5)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

Another contender for fight of the night, Chris Leben has been on a downslide in recent fights but he always promises to put on a show. He admitted to not being able to compete with the newcomers to the sport and hopes to find a home with WFC. Loeffler hopes a win here will secure him a place in the rankings. Leben will need to keep the fight on the feet to win.

Lightweight Tournament Semi-Finals

(#22) Joe Lauzon (23-9) vs. Dennis Hallman (52-14-2)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Two dangerous submission fighters. Lauzon is always a top contender for 'of the night' awards so don't miss this! Hallman is looking to break into the rankings with a win over Joe.

Co-Main Event

Lightweight Tournament Semi-Finals

(#15) Sam Stout (20-9-1) vs. Terry Etim (16-5)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Both men coming off wins, this should be a standup battle! Stout loves to put on good fights so the fans will be in for a ride. This fight could end at any moment and fireworks are almost sure to ensue.

Main Event

*The main event will feature a bout between The semi-final winners. The bout will be for the WFC Lightweight Title.*

*Bets on predictions are now open - an additional bet may be placed on who you believe will win the Lightweight Title in the main event*</div>

Pre-Fight Press Conference:

*It was announced that CageRage's selected fight; John Makdessi vs. Evan Dunham, will take place at WFC 2: The Middlemen on Saturday, Week 3, of March 2014.

CageRage · January 28, 2014

WFC: Friday Night Fights 1

Preliminary Card

Eddie Sanchez (13-6) vs. Tim Sylvia (31-10-1NC) (UD) (4)

Brandon Halsey (5-0) vs. Jason Brilz (18-5-1) (TKO-3) (5)

Main Card

(#18) Chad Robichaux (13-2) vs. (#24) Rafael De Frietas (6-0-1) (SUB-3) (6)

Javier Vasquez (16-5) vs. Renato Carneiro (7-0-1) (TKO-2) (4)

(#25) Hideo Tokoro (32-26-2) vs. Ian Loveland (16-9) (KO-1) (5)

Jason Pierce (9-1) vs. Greg Soto (8-2) (UD) (6)

Sean Sherk (36-4-1) vs. Blake Fredrickson (15-4-1) (UD) (3)

Chris Leben (26-11) vs. Sean Loeffler (25-5) (TKO-2) (5)

(#22) Joe Lauzon (23-9) vs. Dennis Hallman (52-14-2) (SUB-3) (8)

(#15) Sam Stout (20-9-1) vs. Terry Etim (16-5) (TKO-2) (6)

Lightweight Title Winner: Joe Lauzon vs, Sam Stout (SUB-1) (8)

mmaaddict · January 29, 2014

Preliminary Card

Eddie Sanchez (13-6) vs. Tim Sylvia (31-10-1NC) (UD) (2)

Brandon Halsey (5-0) vs. Jason Brilz (18-5-1) (UD) (3)

Main Card

(#18) Chad Robichaux (13-2) vs. (#24) Rafael De Frietas (6-0-1) (TKO-3) (3)

Javier Vasquez (16-5) vs. Renato Carneiro (7-0-1) (SUB-3) (2)

(#25) Hideo Tokoro (32-26-2) vs. Ian Loveland (16-9) (TKO-1) (6)

Jason Pierce (9-1) vs. Greg Soto (8-2) (SUB-3) (4)

Sean Sherk (36-4-1) vs. Blake Fredrickson (15-4-1) (TKO-2) (8)

Chris Leben (26-11) vs. Sean Loeffler (25-5) (TKO-1) (5)

(#22) Joe Lauzon (23-9) vs. Dennis Hallman (52-14-2) (SUB-1) (10)

(#15) Sam Stout (20-9-1) vs. Terry Etim (16-5) (UD) (3)

Lightweight Title Winner: Joe Lauzon vs. Terry Etim (SUB-2) (9)

Judoku1819 · January 29, 2014

<div style="text-align:center;">Friday, Week 4, February 2014

Broadcast on SpikeTV from Colorado, USA.

WFC: Friday Night Fights 1

Preliminary Card

Heavyweight Matchup

Eddie Sanchez (13-6) vs. Tim Sylvia (31-10-1NC)

Round 1

Both fighters throw strikes (for the first two minutes) but nothing really happens. A decent leg kick from Sanchez. Sylvia counters. Both men are continuously swinging at air. Sanchez has found a home for the leg kicks. Sanchez is trying to fight on the outside. Probably a 10-9 for Sanchez.

Round 2

Both men look tired already. A lot of dodging punches and one nice counter by Sanchez are all worth mentioning in the round. Another 10-9 for Sanchez.

Round 3

Sanchez throws a leg kick but this time Sylvia sees it coming and counters with a huge barrage of punches causing a knockdown! Tim rains down punches on Sanchez. They do damage but Eddie pulls Sylvia into side control. Both men are on the verge of exhaustion. The fighters have had enough on the ground and stand up. Both men missing, then Sylvia counters a left jab with big rights and gets another knockdown! Theres a scramble and both fighters finish standing. Both men score with some additional jabs. That round was likely a 10-8 for Sylvia. All judges score the fight 28-28.

Eddie Sanchez drew with Tim Sylvia @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Unanimous Draw

A poor fight to start the card.

Light-Heavyweight Matchup

Brandon Halsey (5-0) vs. Jason Brilz (18-5-1)

Round 1

Both fighters throw a few jabs and then begin to grapple. Halsey tries to push Brilz back against the cage but cannot move him at all. Instead, Brilz pushes Halsey’s back against the cage. Halsey reverses the position. The men separate only for a moment before Brilz grabs a clinch. Brilz gets under hooks and attempts a takedown! He fails to complete it. The round is over. What an awful round! Halsey likely just edged it.

Round 2

Both men throw insignificant strikes. Brilz tries to clinch but Brandon keeps him away with strikes. More strikes and the men end up in a grapple. Halsey finally gets Brilz pushed up against the cage. Brilz reverses the position. Halsey reverses position. Position is again reversed. Brilz has a takedown attempt! It fails and Halsey again reverses position. Halsey just edged it again.

Round 3

Both men again fight for position on the cage and take turns attempting takedowns. None are successful. 10-9 Brilz. All judges score it 29-28 for Jason Brilz!

Jason Brilz def. Brandon Halsey @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Unanimous Decision

This was an average fight.

Main Card

Flyweight Matchup

(#18) Chad Robichaux (13-2) vs. (#24) Rafael De Freitas (6-0-1)

Round 1

Both fighters have a feeling out process and throw some insignificant strikes. De Freitas takedown attempt! but its stuffed. Robichaux has proved to be too elusive for Rafael. Chad just edged the round.

Round 2

The men strike and Robichaux is forced to grapple with De Freitas. Rafael sets up a slam but it is defended and Robichaux manages to get out of the grapple. Takedown attempt from De Freitas! Its defended well. Another attempt and this time the takedown is complete! Robichaux keeps his guard tight and no significant damage is done. 10-9 De Freitas.

Round 3

Takedown attempt, defended by Robichaux! Chad rolls from the sprawl and gets De Freitas into side control. Robichaux works to get the back and does so successfully. Chad gets both hooks in and attempts a submission! It is defended but Chad immediately starts throwing big shots. The submission is attempted two more times, both unsuccessful. 10-9 Robichaux. All judges score it 29-28 for Chad Robichaux.

Chad Robichaux def. Rafael De Freitas @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Unanimous Decision

An average fight!

Featherweight Matchup

Javier Vasquez (16-5) vs. Renato Carneiro (7-0-1)

Round 1

Carneiro defends a takedown attempt! Vasquez looks to clinch but Renato keeps the distance with jabs. Takedown attempt stuffed by Carneiro again! The men get into a grapple and Vasquez tries to set up a slam. He cant get it but immediately switches to a takedown attempt! It is also avoided. Extremely close, 10-9 Carneiro.

Round 2

Some jabs and another takedown attempt from Javier! Doesn't work. Another avoided takedown attempt! No damage done in the striking department. Close, 10-9 Carneiro.

Round 3

Both men exchange standing but everything is fairly insignificant. Carneiro ducks under a punch and begins throwing some hard punches. Vasquez covers up but comes forward with some of his own. 10-9 Vasquez. The judges have scored it: 29-28, 30-27, 29-28 for Javier Vasquez.

Javier Vasquez def. Renato Carneiro @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Unanimous Decision

This was a very poor fight.

Bantamweight Matchup

(#25) Hideo Tokoro (32-26-2) vs. Ian Loveland (16-9)

Tokoro lands some early punches on Loveland. Loveland backs off and slightly stumbles, he must have been rocked. Tokoro looks to finish the fight but as he steps in Ian throws a takedown attempt to keep himself alive! The takedown is avoided but Loveland’s composure appears to have returned. Loveland now counters and gets a knockdown on Tokoro! Loveland starts to pound away on Hideo! The referee saves Tokoro.

Ian Loveland def. Hideo Tokoro @ 2:38 of Round 1 via TKO (strikes)

What a great fight!

Welterweight Matchup

Jason Pierce (9-1) vs. Greg Soto (8-2)

Round 1

Both men avoid some strikes. Soto goes for a takedown attempt! It fails. Some more strikes set up the takedown and now Pierce goes for a takedown attempt! Its stopped and the men end up in a clinch. Pierce gets under hooks and shoots for a takedown attempt! He gets the takedown! Jason throws a lot of strikes but not many land. Good round. 10-9 for Pierce.

Round 2

Strikes and an unsuccessful takedown attempt from Pierce. Another takedown attempt is avoided. Soto tries to keep the distance but Pierce forces him into a grapple. Pierce pulls guard on Soto! He attempts a guillotine! It is locked in but time expires. Another 10-9 for Pierce.

Round 3

Pierce avoids a quick jab from Soto and counters with a right hand to the jaw, and Soto hits the mat! Knockout!

Jason Pierce def. Greg Soto @ 0:30 of Round 3 via KO (punch)

A decent fight.

Lightweight Matchup

Sean Sherk (36-4-1) vs. Blake Fredrickson (15-4-1)

Round 1

Nice combination counter from Sherk. Fredrickson scores some nice counters. Sherk gets the takedown as Blake steps in! Sherk controls Blake and throws some minor punches. Fredrickson pushes him away but in a scramble Sherk gains side control. Sherk strikes. 10-9 Sherk.

Round 2

Some minor striking. Now Fredrickson attempts a takedown! Its unsuccessful. Sherk gets Blake into a clinch position. Sean gets Blake pinned against the cage and throws strikes from there. Sherk attempts a takedown! Takedown! Sherk transition to side control and attempts an arm bar! The arm bar is tight but somehow Fredrickson gets loose! Blake now looks to get an armbar from the bottom but it is quickly stopped. 10-9 Sherk.

Round 3

Sherk lands a nice counter combination. The fighters get caught in an exchange and finish in a grapple. Sean Sherk sets it up, and slam! Fredrickson attempts an armbar from the bottom! Its quickly stopped. Sherk cant transition. Blake attempts a triangle choke! but its blocked. Round ends with Sherk on top. 10-9 Sherk. All judges score it 30-27 for Sean Sherk.

Sean Sherk def. Blake Fredrickson @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Unanimous Decision

An average fight.

Middleweight Matchup

Chris Leben (26-11) vs. Sean Loeffler (25-5)

Leben comes forward strong and immediately starts landing! Loeffler is hurt and gets knocked down! Leben keeps on striking and the match is over!

Chris Leben def. Sean Loeffler @ 0:40 of Round 1 via TKO (strikes)

What a good fight!

WFC Lightweight Title Semi-Final Matchup

(#22) Joe Lauzon (23-9) vs. Dennis Hallman (52-14-2)

Round 1

Some minor strikes for both parties. Lauzon defends a takedown attempt from Hallman! Joe Lauzon gets a knock down by avoiding a jab and releasing some rights! Hallman quickly recovers. Lauzon throws a superman punch and lands in Hallmans guard. Hallman gets a triangle choke locked in tight and Joe Lauzon has to tap!

Dennis Hallman def. Joe Lauzon @ 4:06 of Round 1 via SUB (triangle choke)

A good fight!

Co-Main Event

WFC Lightweight Title Semi-Final Matchup

(#15) Sam Stout (20-9-1) vs Terry Etim (16-5)

Round 1

A feeling out process with some jabs and counters but nothing big. Really close round, likely 10-9 Etim.

Round 2

Big strikes from Etim as he counters a punch! A much better round of striking, very back and forth action. nothing significant landed after Etim’s initial strikes. 10-9 Etim.

Round 3

Some more back and forth striking. Nearing the end of the round Etim lands a huge counter punch and gets the knockout!

Terry Etim def. Sam Stout @ 4:51 of Round 3 via KO (punch)

What a good fight!

Main Event

WFC Lightweight Title Fight

Terry Etim (17-5) vs. Dennis Hallman (53-14-2)

Round 1

Hallman catches a body kick and gets a takedown! Very few strikes are thrown and the referee stands it up. Hallman shoots for a double leg in the pocket. Etim counters with a big strike! Etim distances himself with strikes but Hallman gets another takedown! Hallman fails to lock in a kimura. 10-9 Hallman.

Round 2

Some minor striking. Etim stops a takedown attempt. The fighters end up in a clinch and Hallman goes for a takedown with under hooks! He gets the greco-roman slam! Etim attempts a triangle choke! It fails. 10-9 Hallman.

Round 3

The men exchange jabs. Hallman attempts the takedown but eats a jab for his efforts. More jabs. Hallman shoots but gets caught by a counter left hook. Hallman clinches, gets under hooks, and completes the greco-roman slam! Both men have begun to look tired. 10-9 Hallman.

Round 4

Hallman appears to be having trouble completing the takedown now, as he gets countered whenever he tries to do so. Hallman grapples with Etim and pushes his back to the cage. 10-9 Hallman.

Round 5

Etim attempts a hail mary head kick but Hallman counters it with a takedown! Hallman attempts a leg lock! Its blocked and Etim attempts a triangle choke! Hallman pulls out of the attempt. Some minor strikes are thrown but the referee stands the fighters up. Etim defends one final takedown attempt. 10-9 Hallman. The judges have given: 49-46, 50-45, 50-45 to Dennis Hallman.

Dennis Hallman def. Terry Etim @ 5:00 of Round 5 via Unanimous Decision

Dennis Hallman becomes the first WFC Lightweight Champion!

This was a poor fight.</div>

Fight of the Night: Ian Loveland vs. Hideo Tokoro

KO of the Night: Terry Etim

Submission of the Night: Dennis Hallman

Post Fight Press Conference:

*Ian Loveland sustained a hand injury and will be out 1-2 months

*Management went out of their way to express how impressed they were by Dennis Hallman. Although, the final fight wasn't amazing, he won submission of the night against Lauzon whom he was a huge underdog against and went on to dominate Terry Etim who also upset Sam Stout.

*All bets on the Eddie Sanchez - Tim Sylvia fight will be considered a win.

Betting Results:

CageRage bet (+60) and earned (-17) (Year Total = +14)

mmaaddict bet (+55) and earned (+27) (Year Total = +27)

Sorry for the losses CageRage! (I doubled your points on the Loveland fight. I will consider TKO and KO to be close enough!) The card was full of upsets! Welcome mmaaddict, I hope that you continue to participate, since you won, PM me the weight class you would like to pick a fight for and I will send you the available fighters!

Judoku1819 · January 30, 2014

<div style="text-align:center;">The World Fighting Championship will be holding its third event on Saturday, Week 4, February 2014 in Nevada, USA.

Broadcast live on Pay-Per-View

WFC 1: The Beginning

The event will feature a 4-man tournament for the WFC Heavyweight Title.

Preliminary Card

Mike Russow (15-3-1NC) vs. Jeff Monson (49-17-1)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

5-2 in his last seven fight Mike Russow had a great streak in the UFC. He is a submission wrestling and his the younger fighter. 3-4 in his last seven fights Jeff Monson is a veteran to the sport. In over 60 fights he has fought and beat some of the sports elite. Monson is going to use his wrestling to takedown Russow and try to avoid submissions. Both men are on two fight losing streaks.

Dhiego Lima (9-1) vs. Ben Saunders (16-6-2)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Lima is still somewhat an unknown prospect to the sport. He is riding a winning streak and has great skills in Muay Thai and BJJ. Ben Saunders has fought in both the UFC; the Ultimate Fighter, and Bellator. After being released from both its hard to tell where he stands in the sport. He practices a style of Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do.

Tyler East (11-3-1NC) vs. Frank Mir (16-8)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

Tyler East is a wrestling with a currently unknown potential. He is only 22 years old making him one of the WFC youngest fighters. Frank Mir is a UFC veteran who has truly beat some of the best in the world. Including his huge upsets of Brock Lesnar and Antonio Noguiera (twice). However, he now rides an awful losing streak and is looking to bounce back in the WFC.

Main Card

Max Nunes (11-1) vs. Ralek Gracie (3-0)

(No Favourite)

Max Nunes is a true MMA who can handle himself wherever a fight goes. He's a younger fighter with more in cage experience, but coming off the first loss of his career. Ralek Gracie… well, he’s a Gracie and he always has the chance of scoring a submission if the fight ends up on the ground.

Dileno Lopes (12-1) vs. Darren Uyenoyama (8-5)

(No Favourite)

Another hard one to judge. A BJJ matchup, Uyenoyama likely has the wrestling advantage and has definitely fought the tougher competition, but his losing streak could play a big factor in his confidence.

(#15) Kenji Osawa (20-10-2) vs. Jeff Curran (34-16-1)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Both fighters are veterans and this matchup should showcase a technical, experienced showdown! Osawa uses a unique style of Wajyutsu and Curran is a BJJ fighter.

Chris Horodecki (20-4-1) vs. Marcus Davis (22-10-1NC)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Chris 3-2 in his last five (the most recent being a loss) Horodecki has hit a “gatekeepers” slump. However, as his record shows, he has an ability to win. He’ll be looking to set himself up for a title run. Davis has more experience and his another veteran to MMA. He is 2-2-1 in his last five but feels he “still has some in the tank.” Striker vs. Striker. This could be fight of the night!

Doo Ho Choi (11-1) vs. Conor McGregor (14-2)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

A prospect out Korea Doo Ho Choi is only 23 years old. He is a kick boxer and BJJ fighter. He has no easy task ahead though. Conor McGregor is a hot prospect from Ireland. His kickboxing is second to none and his unique style always shocks opponents. In his last fight he even showcased a brilliant wrestling game.

Kendall Grove (19-13-1NC) vs. Jason Miller (24-9-1NC)

(No Favourite)

Both Mauy Thai and BJJ fighters its hard to say where this fight will go. However, whether its standing or on the ground, both these guys are always searching for a finish. Grove is 2-3 in his last five and Miller is 1-3-1.

Heavyweight Tournament Semi-Finals

(#12) Cheick Kongo (20-8-2) vs. Andrei Arlovski (20-10-1NC)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Both men are kick boxers but Arlovski will have an advantage on the ground with his sambo skills. Kongo is 3-2 in his last five and Arlovski is 2-2-1. Both these men are hungry for a title shot. Kongo never quite got there and Arlovski is looking to re-exemplify the old champion within himself.

Co-Main Event

Heavyweight Tournament Semi-Finals

(#8) Antonio Noguiera (34-8-1-1NC) vs. (#21) Shamil Abdurahimov (14-2)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Two top ranked elite heavyweight fighters. Both ground fighters (Noguiera BJJ, and Shamil Sambo). Another fight that has fight of the night written all over it these men are tired of being at the top without fighting for a title.

Main Event

*The main event will feature a bout between The semi-final winners. The bout will be for the WFC Heavyweight Title.*

*Bets on predictions are now open - an additional bet may be placed on who you believe will win the Heavyweight Title in the main event*</div>

Pre-Fight Press Conference:

*It was announced that mmaaddicts selected fight; Tom Watson vs. Jesse Forbes, will take place at WFC 2: The Middlemen on Saturday, Week 3, of March 2014.

*Management is pleased that no injuries have occurred but they fear they will begin soon. They also assured that any bets placed on a fight effected by injury will be considered a win.

*Management announced that after this card fighter rankings (beside their names) will show WFC rank and not pound-for-pound rank due to its unreliability.

CageRage · January 30, 2014

WFC 1: The Beginning

Preliminary Card

Mike Russow (15-3-1NC) vs. Jeff Monson (49-17-1) (SUB-1) (7)

Dhiego Lima (9-1) vs. Ben Saunders (16-6-2) (KO-3) (4)

Tyler East (11-3-1NC) vs. Frank Mir (16-8) (SUB-1) (10)

Main Card

Max Nunes (11-1) vs. Ralek Gracie (3-0) (SUB-2) (6)

Dileno Lopes (12-1) vs. Darren Uyenoyama (8-5) (UD) (5)

(#15) Kenji Osawa (20-10-2) vs. Jeff Curran (34-16-1) (SUB-3) (4)

Chris Horodecki (20-4-1) vs. Marcus Davis (22-10-1NC) (UD) (3)

Doo Ho Choi (11-1) vs. Conor McGregor (14-2) (KO-1) (7)

Kendall Grove (19-13-1NC) vs. Jason Miller (24-9-1NC) (UD) (4)

Heavyweight Tournament Semi-Finals

(#12) Cheick Kongo (20-8-2) vs. Andrei Arlovski (20-10-1NC) (KO-2) (6)

(#8) Antonio Noguiera (34-8-1-1NC) vs. (#21) Shamil Abdurahimov (14-2) (SUB-1) (10)

Tournament Winner: Cheick Kongo vs. Antonio Noguiera (SUB-1) (7)

mmaaddict · January 31, 2014

Preliminary Card

Mike Russow (15-3-1NC) vs. Jeff Monson (49-17-1) (UD) (5)

Dhiego Lima (9-1) vs. Ben Saunders (16-6-2) (KO-2) (3)

Tyler East (11-3-1NC) vs. Frank Mir (16-8) (SUB-2) (10)

Main Card

Max Nunes (11-1) vs. Ralek Gracie (3-0) (UD) (2)

Dileno Lopes (12-1) vs. Darren Uyenoyama (8-5) (SUB-3) (4)

(#15) Kenji Osawa (20-10-2) vs. Jeff Curran (34-16-1) (UD) (6)

Chris Horodecki (20-4-1) vs. Marcus Davis (22-10-1NC) (TKO-3) (3)

Doo Ho Choi (11-1) vs. Conor McGregor (14-2) (KO-1) (10)

Kendall Grove (19-13-1NC) vs. Jason Miller (24-9-1NC) (SUB-3) (3)

Heavyweight Tournament Semi-Finals

(#12) Cheick Kongo (20-8-2) vs. Andrei Arlovski (20-10-1NC) (KO-1) (4)

(#8) Antonio Noguiera (34-8-1-1NC) vs. (#21) Shamil Abdurahimov (14-2) (UD) (8)

Tournament Winner: Andrei Arlovski vs. Antonio Noguiera (SUB-3) (5)

Judoku1819 · January 31, 2014

<div style="text-align:center;">Saturday, Week 4, February 2014

Broadcast on Pay-Per-View from Nevada, USA.

WFC 1: The Beginning

Preliminary Card

Heavyweight Matchup

Mike Russow (15-3-1NC) vs. Jeff Monson (49-17-1)

Monson does some countering and throws some jabs. Russow forces a grapple. Mike pushes Monson so that his back is against the cage. Russow continues to punch and put pressure on Monson against the cage, but it backfires and Monson catches him in a standing guillotine! Its tight, submission!

Jeff Monson def. Mike Russow @ 3:12 of Round 1 via SUB (guillotine)

A good fight to start the card.

Welterweight Matchup

Dhiego Lima (9-1) vs. Ben Saunders (16-6-2)

The fighters stand toe to toe and strike but nothing significant lands. Lima slips past a jab and counters with some big rights! Knockdown! Lima dives quickly and gets mount on a very dazed Saunders, but he covers up and Lima fails to do anymore big damage. Saunders transitions to half guard and quickly attempts a guillotine submission, and he gets it!

Ben Saunders def. Dhiego Lima @ 2:34 of Round 1 via SUB (guillotine)

This was a great fight!

Heavyweight Matchup

Tyler East (11-3-1NC) vs. Frank Mir (16-8)

Round 1

Tyler East defends a takedown early. Mir attempts a body kicks but its counter by a big right to the chin and he is knocked down! East rushes in throwing bombes but Mir stays composed and pulls Tyler into half guard. Mir attempts a sweep and he succeeds in getting on top into side control. Mir mounts East on the third attempt and the round ends. 10-9 East.

Round 2

Frank Mir shoots in early, East misses a counter, and it allows Mir to complete a single leg takedown! Mir passes guard and ends up in side control. Submission attempt! East stops the kimura. East tries to scramble but Mir locks in a deep arm bar! But East breaks free and tries to scramble for a better position. He fail to do so and Mir remains in side control. East tries to escape and sacrifices his back. Mir sets up an arm bar and gets the submission!

Frank Mir def. Tyler East @ 3:51 of Round 2 via SUB (armbar)

A great fight!

Main Card

Light-Heavyweight Matchup

Max Nunes (11-1) vs. Ralek Gracie (3-0)

Round 1

Both men strike and Nunes gets the better of the exchanges. Ralek come in wild to cover a takedown attempt. Ralek completes the single leg takedown! Gracie transitions to half guard. Ralek gets a kimura fully applied! But amazingly Nunes fights it off and breaks free. Nunes attempts a guillotine and Gracie counters with another kimura attempt. The kimura is tight again! But Nunes once again shows some heart breaking free. Another guillotine attempt by Nunes and the round ends. Some great ground fighting! Very close, possibly 10-9 Gracie.

Round 2

Knockout! Nunes counters a left jab with a huge right hand and Gracie hits the mat!

Max Nunes def. Ralek Gracie @ 0:31 of Round 2 via Knockout (punch)

That was a fantastic fight! A sure classic!

Flyweight Matchup

Dileno Lopes (12-1) vs. Darren Uyenoyama (8-5)

Round 1

Darren lands some jabs but Lopes gets them into a grapple. Dileno tries to push Uyenoyama against the cage but it backfires as Darren transitions to a more dominant position in the grapple. Darren pulls guard! Armbar attempt, triangle attempt and guillotine attempt from Darren! He uses the guillotine to transition into side control. An americana and arm triangle attempt both fail from Uyenoyama. 10-9 Uyenoyama.

Round 2

Some strikes. Lopes defends a takedown nicely. Uyenoyama is throwing some big leg kicks! Those will take their toll. Another takedown is defended by Lopes. 10-9 Uyenoyama.

Round 3

More hard leg kicks and Lopes in now visually injured. Lopes sprawls on a takedown attempt and pushes Darrens face to the mat. Uyenoyama swiftly moves from a turtle to his feet. Lopes winces as he is hit again in the leg! Lopes legs collapse and Uyenoyama pounces on him nailing his face with one final punch before the bell rings! 10-9 Uyenoyama. All judges score it 30-27 for Darren Uyenoyama.

Darren Uyenoyama def. Dileno Lopes @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Unanimous Decision

This was an average fight.

Bantamweight Matchup

(#15) Kenji Osawa (20-10-2) vs. Jeff Curran (34-16-1)

Round 1

Both fighters throw some practically useless strikes. Osawa defends a takedown attempt. The fighters miss some punches and finish in a clinch. The grapple is broken. The fans are booing. 10-9 Osawa.

Round 2

Osawa avoids a strike and lands some big punches! Another stuffed takedown by Osawa. Sloppy striking in this match and Osawa stuffs another takedown. 10-9 Osawa.

Round 3

Osawa swings wildly and it opens up a takedown for Curran! Jeff transitions into half guard. Curran attempts an arm triangle! He cant get it. Curran moves into side control, mainly because Osawa looks completely gassed. An americana attempt by Curran fails but in the struggle to defend Osawa gives up his back. Curran gets both hooks in, but its too late as the round ends. 10-9 Curran. All judges score it 29-28 for Kenji Osawa.

Kenji Osawa def. Jeff Curran @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Unanimous Decision

An average fight.

Lightweight Matchup

Chris Horodecki (20-4-1) vs. Marcus Davis (22-10-1NC)

Round 1

Both men stand in the pocket and exchange with good punches for three and a half minutes. Davis dodges a jab and connects cleanly scoring knockdown! Davis quickly jumps into the mount. With Horodecki still dazed, Marcus locks in an arm bar, submission!

Marcus Davis def. Chris Horodecki @ 4:22 of Round 1 via SUB (armbar)

What a great fight!

Featherweight Matchup

Doo Ho Choi (11-1) vs. Conor McGregor (14-2)

Round 1

McGregor lands a lot of clean jabs and kicks. Not much answer from Choi. McGregor forces a grapple and does well with some dirty boxing. The clinch breaks and the men trade in the pocket. Some good counter strikes on both sides! 10-9 McGregor.

Round 2

A left hand from Choi misses and McGregor lands a strike that gives him a knockdown! He pounces and starts raining down punches on Choi! The referee saves Doo.

Conor McGregor def. Doo Ho Choi @ 1:42 of Round 2 via TKO (strikes)

What a great fight!

Middleweight Matchup

Kendall Grove (19-13-1NC) vs. Jason Miller (24-9-1NC)

Round 1

The men feel each other out with strikes. Grove stuffs one takedown but cannot stop the next. Takedown for Miller! Miller attempts two kimuras and an arm triangle. They are all defended. Close round, but possibly 10-9 Grove.

Round 2

More jabs, fighters are keeping their distance. Miller lands his second takedown attempt of the round! 10-9 Miller.

Round 3

Grove appears tired and has no power left in his strikes. Miller easily lands a takedown on his first try! Grove attempts a triangle choke but its blocked. Two more attempts also fail. Miller fails to pass multiple times. The referee stands the fighters up with :23 seconds left. Nobody makes a move. 10-9 Miller. The judges score: 30-27, 29-28, and 29-28 for Jason Miller!

Jason Miller def. Kendall Grove @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Unanimous Decision

This was a very poor fight.

WFC Heavyweight Title Semi-Final Matchup

(#12) Cheick Kongo (20-8-2) vs. Andrei Arlovski (20-10-1NC)

Round 1

Both men strike but without any solid connections. Arlovski unloads to cover a takedown attempt, but Kongo counters with some big strikes! A very exciting round of fighting! 10-9 Arlovski.

Round 2

Arlovski avoids a high kick and counters with a takedown! Andrei immediately rains down some bombs and then gets pushed out of the guard by Kongo. Arlovski jumps into the air and as he falls into the guard of Kongo connects with a BIG STRIKE! Knockout! Kongo is limp!

Andrei Arlovski def. Cheick Kongo @ 1:30 of Round 2 via Knockout (punch)

A great fight!

Co-Main Event

WFC Heavyweight Title Semi-Final Matchup

(#8) Antonio Nogueira (34-8-1-1NC) vs (#21) Shamil Abdurahimov (14-2)

Abdurahimov darts in and out of the pocket with feints. He dodges and lands a punch that knocks Nogueira down! Minotuaro quickly recovers and catches Shamil in half guard as he rushes in. Both men scramble and Nogueira manages to snag side control. Shamil turns and Minotauro grabs his back. He gets the hooks in and stuns Shamil with some big shots. A RNC attempt by Nogueira fails. So he rains down some more bombs! The referee has seen enough.

Antonio Nogueira def. Shamil Abdurahimov @ 3:36 of Round 1 via TKO (strikes)

What a great fight!

Main Event

WFC Heavyweight Title Fight

(#8) Antonio Nogueira (35-8-1-1NC) vs. Andrei Arlovski (21-10-1NC)

Round 1

The men exchange strikes. On a second failed takedown attempt by Nogueira he pushes Arlovski against the cage. Minotuaro dirty boxes and Arlovski eventually reverses the position. Nogueira defends a takedown attempt. Minotuaro pushes out of the grapple. 10-9 Arlovski.

Round 2

Arlovski quickly grabs a mauy thai clinch. Nogueira lands a big elbow strike. Arlovski loses the clinch. Andrei moves back in looking for the clinch but he gets caught with a right hand and is knocked down! He recovers quick but Antonio dives at Arlovski with a devastating right that lands! Big strike! and Arlovski is out cold! Knockout!

Antonio Nogueira def. Andrei Arlovski @ 2:28 of Round 2 via Knockout (punch)

Antonio Nogueira becomes the first WFC Heavyweight Champion!

This was a good fight!</div>

Fight of the Night: Max Nunes vs. Ralek Gracie

KO of the Night: Antonio Nogueira

Submission of the Night: Frank Mir

Post Fight Press Conference:

*Doo Ho Choi sustained a stomach injury and will be out 1-2 months

*Kendall Grove has decided to take a short break to spend with family and friends. He did not comment on how long that would be.

*Arlovski feels robbed on KoN honours since his move was stolen to win the award. However, management explained thats why it was so impressive that Nogueira ended up getting it on him.

*Jeff Curran expressed interest in a rematch with Osawa. “and next time, lets do five rounds so that when he (Osawa) gets tired after two, then I can dominate him for the next three.”

*Management thanked all the fighters for an AMAZING night of fights!

Betting Results:

CageRage bet (+66) and earned (+28) (Year Total = +42)

mmaaddict bet (+58) and earned (+55) (Year Total = +82)

Nice improvement CageRage! mmaaddict, you won again - had some high bets on fights that you guessed the outcome correct for, so PM me the weight class you would like to pick a fight for and I will send you the available fighters!

Judoku1819 · February 2, 2014

The World Fighting Championship will be holding its fourth event on Saturday, Week 3, March 2014 in Ohio, USA.

Broadcast live on Pay-Per-View

WFC 2: The Middlemen

The event will feature a 4-man tournament for the WFC Middleweight Title.

Preliminary Card

(#8) Ulysses Gomez (9-4) vs. Masayoshi Kato (7-4-1)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Both men have poor pro records. Gomez is a wrestler and Kato is a shooto fighter. They will each be looking to turn their luck around in the WFC with this fight.

Roger Hollett (13-5) vs. Ricardo Romero (11-3)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Both men are nearing the end of their careers at 35 years old. Hollett is a boxer and BJJ fighter and Romero is a wrestler. Both men likely have one final chance to make a title run and it could start with this fight.

(#7) Antonio Banuelos (20-10-1) vs. (#8) Charlie Valencia (12-7)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

A classic striker (Banuelos) vs. grappler (Valencia) matchup. Both men are 3-2 in their last five fights. However, Valencia has lost two in a row and his latest was an awful-to-watch-in-slow-motion knockout via Ivan Menjivar at UFC 129.

Main Card

(#10) Tom Watson (16-6) vs. Jesse Forbes (15-5)

(No Favourite)

This bout is brought to the fans by matchmaker mmaaddict. Boxer (Watson) vs. Wrestler (Forbes). The key to either fighter winning is making other other fight their game and not allowing the other to get into their own comfort zone. Watson is 2-3 in his last five cage appearances and Forbes is 1-4.

John Makdessi (12-2) vs. (#3) Evan Dunham (14-5)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

This bout was arranged by matchmaker CageRage. Another striker vs. grappler matchup, Makdessi is 3-2 in his last five fights and Dunham is 2-3. Makdessi has won his last three and Dunham has lost two in a row. Makdessi needs to use his winning streak as momentum since he has shown weakness on the group and Dunham poses a huge threat every time a fight hits the mat.

(#7) Jim York (16-5) vs. Steve Bosse (9-1)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

Jim York is the more well-rounded fighter being decent on the feet and ground but Bosse offers a big threat to York if he cant keep the fight on the feet.

(#6) Din Thomas (25-8) vs. (#7) Ronnie Mann (23-6-1)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

Thomas is ten years the elder of Mann but experience wise both men are pretty evenly matched. Mann is 4-4 in his last eight and Thomas is 5-3 in his last eight. If the fight hits the mat Mann will need to be in top position or else he will be in major trouble.

(#6) Jonathan Goulet (23-12-1NC) vs. (#8) Matt Riddle (7-3-2NC)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

Matt Riddle will also need to be on top if the fight hits the ground. He also has an awful reputation for positive marijuana test. Goulet should have the advantage in almost all positions but due to age its hard to consider him a favourite. Goulet is only 1-4 in his last five while Riddle is 2-1-2NC.

Middleweight Tournament Semi-Finals

(#5) Kazuhiro Nakamura (20-11) vs. (#6) Nate Quarry (12-4)

(Favourite) - (Underdog)

A freestyle fighter, Nate Quarry, is 3-2 in his last five fights. He will need to keep this fight on the feet if he wants to win. Nakamura, a great Judo fighter, is also 3-2 in his last five and will be looking to get this fight down to the mat.

Co-Main Event

Middleweight Tournament Semi-Finals

(#1) Yushin Okami (29-8) vs. (#3) Mamed Khalidov (27-4-2)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

Both men are wrestlers but due to his Karate skills Mamed has the advantage on the feet. Okami will want to take this fight to the ground and work some GNP from top position. Khalidov is 4-1 in his last five and Okami is 3-2.

Main Event

*The main event will feature a bout between The semi-final winners. The bout will be for the WFC Middleweight Title.*

*Bets on predictions are now open - an additional bet may be placed on who you believe will win the Middleweight Title in the main event*

Pre-Fight Press Conference:

*It was announced that mmaaddicts selected fight; Justin Lawrence vs. Bart Palaszewski, will take place at WFC 3: Hard As Nails on Saturday, Week 2, of April 2014.

CageRage · February 2, 2014

WFC 2: The Middlemen

Preliminary Card

(#8) Ulysses Gomez (9-4) vs. Masayoshi Kato (7-4-1) (UD) (7)

Roger Hollett (13-5) vs. Ricardo Romero (11-3) (TKO-2) (5)

(#7) Antonio Banuelos (20-10-1) vs. (#8) Charlie Valencia (12-7) (TKO-3) (6)

Main Card

(#10) Tom Watson (16-6) vs. Jesse Forbes (15-5) (KO-2) (7)

John Makdessi (12-2) vs. (#3) Evan Dunham (14-5) (SUB-1) (8)

(#7) Jim York (16-5) vs. Steve Bosse (9-1) (SUB-2) (7)

(#6) Din Thomas (25-8) vs. (#7) Ronnie Mann (23-6-1) (UD) (4)

(#6) Jonathan Goulet (23-12-1NC) vs. (#8) Matt Riddle (7-3-2NC) (UD) (10)

Middleweight Tournament Semi-Finals

(#5) Kazuhiro Nakamura (20-11) vs. (#6) Nate Quarry (12-4) (UD) (6)

(#1) Yushin Okami (34-8-1-1NC) vs. (#3) Mamed Khalidov (14-2) (SUB-3) (5)

Tournament Winner: Mamed Khalidov vs. Nate Quarry (SUB-3) (7)

Judoku1819 · February 3, 2014

<div style="text-align:center;">Pre-Fight Scrum:

*Ronnie Man is out for 2 weeks due to an groin injury. Georgi Karakhanyan has stepped up on short notice to fight Din Thomas.

*Nate Quarry is out for 5 weeks due to a leg injury. David Loiseau has taken his place in the Middleweight Tournament.

*At the weigh-ins, Din Thomas came in 5lbs. heavy. The fight will still happen, but he will forfeit some of his purse.

Saturday, Week 3, March 2014

Broadcast on Pay-Per-View from Ohio, USA.

WFC 2: The Middlemen

Preliminary Card

Flyweight Matchup

(#8) Ulysses Gomez (9-4-) vs. Masayoshi Kato (7-4-1)

Round 1

Kato sets up a takedown attempt by throwing some wild strikes. However, Gomez sprawls and ends up wrestling Kato to the ground. He takes his back in the process! Ulysses attempts an arm bar after failing to get hooks but its defended and Kato manages to get side control. Gomez sweeps and both men scramble to their feet. Kato defends a takedown, but homez gets underhooks in the grapple and lands a trip! Gomez slips into side control with ease. 10-9 Gomez.

Round 2

Kato again uses strikes to set up a takedown and the outcome is the same as round 1. Deja Vu! Gomez has the back of Kato. Ulysses rolls Kato so that he has side control. Ulysses throws some strikes and then gets the back of Kato once again. Gomez attempts an RNC but without the hooks in it is easily defended. He returned to side control. Gomez throws some strikes. 10-9 Gomez.

Round 3

Gomez stops a takedown attempt from Kato. Ulysses is looking tired! Kato lands some hard jabs and then after a failed takedown just pushes Gomez against the cage. Kato attempts a takedown, it is defended, but in the process Gomez gives up his back. Kato has begun to look tired. Two takedowns defended by Gomez. 10-9 Kato. All judges score it 29-28 for Ulysses Gomez.

Ulysses Gomez def. Masayoshi Kato @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Unanimous Decision

A decent fight to start the card.

Light-Heavyweight Matchup

Roger Hollett (13-5) vs. Ricardo Romero (11-3)

Round 1

Both men mix up their striking and land some clean counters. Hollett defends a takedown nicely. In a grapple, Romero gets underhooks, and lands a takedown! Ricardo begins throwing bombs but this allows Hollett to grab an arm as he attempts a triangle choke! He doesn't get it, but Romero seems to be tired now. Close, but 10-9 Hollett.

Round 2

Romero counters some strikes with a takedown! Hollett shrimps and stands back up onto his feet. As Hollett steps in to strike, Romero lands another takedown! Hollett throws some strikes from the bottom. 10-9 Romero.

Round 3

The men grapple and Romero pushes Hollett so that his back is against the cage. Both men look ragged. Some nice dirty boxing shown by Romero. Hollett defends a takedown. With underhooks, Romero gets a trip! Romero performs some lay and pray so Hollett attempts a triangle but it is blocked. 10-9 Romero. The judges score it: 30-27, 29-28, and 29-28 for Ricardo Romero.

Ricardo Romero def. Roger Hollett @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Unanimous Decision

This was an average fight.

Bantamweight Matchup

(#7) Antonio Banuelos (20-10-1) vs. (#8) Charlie Valencia (12-7)

Round 1

Both men show some very effective striking. Banuelos lands multiple big leg kicks and Valencia is already clearly favouring one leg. Banuelos 10-9.

Round 2

Banuelos lands a barrage of punches early, Valencia stumbles back and may be rocked! Banuelos rushes forward with right hands and knocks Valencia down! Banuelos is looking for a finish with strikes, he is connecting with some nice shots. The referee jumps in but Valencia feels it is an early stoppage. It is hard to disagree with him.

Antonio Banuelos def. Charlie Valencia @ 1:25 of Round 2 via TKO (strikes)

A good fight!

Main Card

Middleweight Matchup

(#10) Tom Watson (16-6) vs. Jesse Forbes (15-5)

Round 1

Watson strikes. Forbes attempts a takedown but gets punched for it. Watson is pulled into a grapple, and Forbes tries to push him against the cage. However, Watson proves stronger and breaks free. Watson defends another takedown. Very close, maybe 10-9 Forbes.

Round 2

Watson is showcasing great hand speed by countering every single strike that Forbes throws at him. That round was a whole lot of technicality from Watson. 10-9 Watson.

Round 3

Forbes fails in a grapple, and also fails to land a takedown. Watson continues to counter. Watson looks tired and now Forbes has begun to counter. Forbes shoots for a takedown, Watson misses a counter punch, and its successful! Forbes gains side control. 10-9 Forbes. The fight will be decided depending on how the first round was scored. Judge one scores it 29-28 Forbes, Judge two scores it 29-28 Watson, and Judge three scores it 29-28 Watson.

Tom Watson def. Jesse Forbes @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Split-Decision

That was an average fight.

Lightweight Matchup

John Makdessi (12-2) vs. (#3) Evan Dunham (14-5)

Round 1

Makdessi lands some nice counter jabs. Dunham lands a takedown! Dunham passes to side control. Dunham gets mount and attempts an arm bar! He sinks it in!

Evan Dunham def. John Makdessi @ 4:13 of Round 1 via SUB (armbar)

This was a good fight.

Heavyweight Matchup

(#7) Jim York (16-5) vs. Steve Bosse (9-1)

Round 1

Bosse comes in for a takedown but York hits him with some big strikes! Two more takedowns defended by York. Definitely 10-9 York. Awful round for Bosse.

Round 2

York works some strikes and keeps a distance. He pulls Bosse into a grapple and lands some nice clean shots with his dirty boxing. Jim York is punishing Bosse. The men break the grapple. Another 10-9 for York.

Round 3

Both men are now landing counter strikes. They clinch and York manages to get the mauy thai clinch! Big strike! York lands a knee to the face of Bosse. Vicious elbow from York. Another vicious elbow and this time Bosse is cut! 10-9 York. What a dominate fight for him. All judges score it 30-27 for Jim York.

Jim York def. Steve Bosse @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Unanimous Decision

A decent fight.

Featherweight Matchup

(#5) Georgi Karakhanyan (22-3-1) vs. (#6) Din Thomas (25-8)

Round 1

The men clinch and Thomas immediately pulls guard. He throws on an armbar from the bottom and gets it locked in! Submission!

Din Thomas def. Georgi Karakhanyan @ 1:28 of Round 1 via SUB (armbar)

What a good fight!

Welterweight Matchup

(#6) Jonathan Goulet (23-12-1NC) vs. (#8) Matt Riddle (7-3-2NC)

Round 1

Goulet lands some good counters. Riddle shoots for a takedown, Goulet fails a guillotine, and the takedown is complete. Riddle mounts Goulet and starts hammering down with punches. Goulet is struggling to get out of the position! The referee jumps in.

Matt Riddle def. Jonathan Goulet @ 2:39 of Round 1 via TKO (strikes)

What a great fight!

WFC Middleweight Title Semi-Final Matchup

(#5) Kazuhiro Nakamura (20-11) vs. (#8) David Loiseau (23-10)

Round 1

The men don’t land any good strikes. Nakamura lands a judo-style trip! he quickly attempts an arm triangle and its complete!

Kazuhiro Nakamura def. David Loiseau @ 2:17 of Round 1 via SUB (arm triangle)

This was a great fight!

Co-Main Event

WFC Middleweight Title Semi-Final Matchup

(#1) Yushin Okami (29-8) vs (#3) Mamed Khalidov (14-2)

Round 1

Okami starts a grapple and pushes Khalidov against the cage. However, he quickly reverses the position. Mamed fails a takedown but he is able to slip behind Okami instead. A trip takedown is blocked by Okami. The position is reversed and now Okami is in control again. Yushin throws an elbow but Mamed uses the opportunity to reverse position. Very close round, possibly 10-9 Okami.

Round 2

Okami fakes a takedown to set up some strikes and they land flush! Mamed is knocked down! Okami jumps into Mamed’s guard throwing bombs but Khalidov remains calm and defends all strikes. Mamed attempts a triangle choke but Okami escapes it and finishes in side control. Khalidov attempts two armbars. Okami gets an armbar locked in but somehow Mamed pops out. 10-9 Okami.

Round 3

The men grapple against the cage with knee strikes and standing guillotine attempts. The referee separates them for lack of action with 1:35 left in the round. A visibly tired Okami lands a takedown. Both fighters look exhausted. 10-9 Okami. All judges score it 30-27 for Yushin Okami.

Yushin Okami def. Mamed Khalidov @ 5:00 of Round 3 via Unanimous Decision

This was a very poor co-main event. Okami wont be getting this opportunity again anytime soon if he fights like this.

Main Event

WFC Middleweight Title Fight

(#1) Yushin Okami (30-8) vs. (#5) Kazuhiro Nakamura (21-11)

Round 1

The men grapple, Okami lands a big strike! Okami rushes a dazed Nakamura and lands a takedown! Nakamura attempts a triangle choke but it only allows Okami to transition into side control. Nakamura attempts an arm-in guillotine but cant complete it. 10-9 Okami.

Round 2

Nakamura lands some good counter punches. Nakamura drives forward and lands a quick takedown! Nakamura chooses to lay and smother Okami, giving him and the fans a taste of his own boring medicine. 10-9 Nakamura.

Round 3

Nakamura gets the better of the striking exchanges. Okami defends a takedown and then lands one of his own! Okami looks tired. Nakamura attempts a triangle choke! and he gets it fully applied!

Kazuhiro Nakamura def. Yushin Okami @ 4:07 of Round 3 via SUB (triangle choke)

Kazuhiro Nakamura becomes the first WFC Middleweight Champion!

This was a decent fight.</div>

Fight of the Night: Kazuhiro Nakamura vs. David Loiseau

KO of the Night: Antonio Banuelos

Submission of the Night: Kazuhiro Nakamura

Post Fight Press Conference:

*Evan Dunham sustained a pectoral injury and will be out 1-2 months.

*Management thanked Georgi and Loiseau for stepping up on short notice and they mentioned that it won’t go unnoticed that their loses were likely due to that.

*Management said they would be talking to Din Thomas about weight as missing weight will not be tolerated in the WFC.

*”Okami is boring. He is a boring guy, and a boring fighter. I don’t know how long he will be around.” - Management (after WFC 2)

Betting Results:

CageRage bet (+65) and earned (+46) (Year Total = +88)

mmaaddict bet (+0) and earned (+0) (Year Total = +82)

CageRage wins! PM me the weight class you would like to pick a fight for and I will send you the available fighters!

Judoku1819 · February 4, 2014

The World Fighting Championship will be holding its fifth event on Wednesday, Week 4, March 2014 in Minnesota, USA.

WFC: The Contenders 2

The event is an 8-man tournament between currently unemployed heavyweights who will fight for a WFC contract. He will also walk away The Contenders 2 Champion.

The four qualifier matches are as follows:

Robert Burneika (1-0) vs. Bobby Peavler (5-0-1NC)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

Burneika is still somewhat an unknown entity with only one fight under his belt. However, it is known that he is a mixed martial artist. At 35 years old though it is hard to see his career going to far. Bobby Peavler is a wrestler and besides a no contest he is undefeated in six fights.

Gabriel Salinas-Jones (5-1-1) vs. Ajlin Ahmic (7-1)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

Gabriel is a mixed martial artist and Ahmic is a judo practitioner. Both men have had about the same amount of pro experience and they are both 29 years old.

Cody East (3-1) vs. Kinney Spotwood (2-0)

(No-Favourite)

Another set of unknown prospects. East is a wrestler and Spotwood is a mixed martial artist.

Ben Gallant (2-1) vs. Nick Gaston (5-1-1NC)

(Underdog) - (Favourite)

Gallant is a kickboxer and Gaston is a boxer/wrestler. Both men have lost only once.

*Bets on predictions are now open - an additional bet may be placed on who you believe will win the tournament*

Pre-Fight Press Conference:

It was announced that CageRage's selected fight; Christiano Souza vs. Sheldon Westcott will take place at WFC 3: Hard As Nails.

CageRage · February 5, 2014

WFC: The Contenders 2

Robert Burneika (1-0) vs. Bobby Peavler (5-0-1NC) (TKO-2) (8)

Gabriel Salinas-Jones (5-1-1) vs. Ajlin Ahmic (7-1) (SUB-3) (8)

Cody East (3-1) vs. Kinney Spotwood (2-0) (UD) (5)

Ben Gallant (2-1) vs. Nick Gaston (5-1-1NC) (SUB-1) (8)

Tournament Winner: Nick Gaston (6)

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