WFL: World Fighting League

Scotsman381 · April 13, 2018

Hello and welcome to the World Fighting League! This diary is a little different from the others, as the WFL is not a promotion, but more of a competition. Taking on

the form of the big American sports, the WFL will feature a regular season and playoffs, so that by the end one fighter remains. Now, this is obviously going to be

quite big, with lots of fights (I'll explain the format fully in the next post), so there will only be one tournament running at each time, with each tournament

obviously featuring the best fighters from a certain weight class. For the first tournament, I decided to use what is probably the deepest and most interesting weight

class at the moment, Lightweight. In the next post, as I mentioned above, I'll go over the format for the tournament, and then after that I'll post all of the fighters

competing in the WFL Lightweight Tournament! (Just a quick note, I'm using Tag01's awesome Modern Warriors 2.0 mod for this diary, check it out here).

Scotsman381 · April 13, 2018

WFL Lightweight Tournament - Format

The format is roughly going to take on that of one of the 'Big 4' American Sports, as I said in the first post, with a regular season to determine seeding for the

playoffs. Basically, there will be 30 fighters, and they'll each fight each other once. This will make up the regular season. Once all fighters have fought each other,

the 16 fighters with the best record will advance to the playoffs, which will be an elimination tournament. The fighter with the best record from the regular season

will be the #1 Seed, the fighter with the 2nd best record the #2 Seed and so on, all the way to #16.

Tiebreakers: If two or more fighters finish with the same record, the tiebreakers will be as follows:

1. Whoever won the fight between those two fighters during the regular season (this can only be used for 2 fighters with the same record, not more).

2. Whoever got the most finishes throughout the regular season.

3. Whoever won the most rounds throughout the regular season.

And there you have it. I'll just do a quick recap of the format for anyone a bit lost:

- There will be 30 fighters.

- In the regular season, all fighters will face each other, meaning that everyone will fight 29 times.

- Every regular season fight will be 3 rounds, and held under the Unified Rules of MMA, using the quick fight feature on WMMA 5.

- After the regular season, the 16 fighters with the best record will advance to the playoffs.

- The playoffs are an elimination tournament, and will be explained further once we get to them.

There we go, hopefully I've made it clear. Next up, will be the 30 fighters competing in the WFL Lightweight Tournament!

Scotsman381 · April 13, 2018

WFL Lightweight Tournament - Fighters

These are the 30 fighters competing. They are the Top 25 Lightweight Fighters according to the in-game fighter rankings, and then 5 other fighters who I felt deserved

to be on there, either by having beaten one of the top 25 recently, or something else.

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="NaaPE0U.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NaaPE0U.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="4PuvVbO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4PuvVbO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="SNtP92O.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SNtP92O.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="wgSu2WN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wgSu2WN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AMG7jiS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AMG7jiS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />

Al Iaquinta - Anthony Pettis - Benson Henderson - Beneil Dariush - Brent Primus

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Conor McGregor - Dustin Poirier - Eddie Alvarez - Edson Barboza - Evan Dunham

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Gilbert Melendez - Gregor Gillespie - Islam Makhachev - James Vick - Jim Miller

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Joe Lauzon - Josh Thompson - Justin Gaethje - Kevin Lee - Khabib Nurmagomedov

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Marcin Held - Michael Chandler - Michael Chiesa - Michael Johnson - Nate Diaz

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Nik Lentz - Rashid Magomedov - Rustam Khabilov - Tony Ferguson - Will Brooks</div>

Next up, I will post the first card for the WFL Lightweight Tournament!

Scotsman381 · April 13, 2018

WFL Lightweight Tournament - Card 1

This is the card for the first set of fights in the regular season. The featured fights (the ones in bold) are ones that I will actually recap, the others I'll just tell you the results. Also just a quick note, obviously feel free to predict and if we get enough interest, so to speak, I'll do some sort of prediction contest, where the winner gets to choose the weight class for the next tournament or something like that.

Anyway, without further ado:

<div style="text-align:center;">Brent Primus vs. Jim Miller

Islam Makhachev vs. Nik Lentz

Josh Thompson vs. Rustam Khabilov

Evan Dunham vs. Michael Johnson

Conor McGregor vs. Gregor Gillespie

James Vick vs. Will Brooks

Al Iaquinta vs. Joe Lauzon

Michael Chiesa vs. Rashid Magomedov

Benson Henderson vs. Marcin Held

Anthony Pettis vs. Michael Chandler

Eddie Alvarez vs. Kevin Lee

Beneil Dariush vs. Tony Ferguson

Dustin Poirier vs. Nate Diaz

Gilbert Melendez vs. Justin Gaethje

Edson Barboza vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov</div>

Results will be up tomorrow or the day after <img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />

Scotsman381 · April 14, 2018

WFL Lightweight Tournament - Card 1 Results Here's the results for the first set of fights. As I said, there will be 3 featured fights for each card, which will have a recap rather than just the results. <div style="text-align:center;">Jim Miller def. Brent Primus Via Submission (Guillotine) - 3:49 of Round 2 Nik Lentz def. Islam Makhachev Via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Josh Thompson def. Rustam Khabilov Via TKO (Strikes) - 0:56 of Round 2 Evan Dunham def. Michael Johnson Via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 29-28, 30-27) Gregor Gillespie def. Conor McGregor Via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27) Will Brooks def. James Vick Via Unanimous Decision (3027, 30-27, 30-27) Al Iaquinta def. Joe Lauzon Via TKO (Strikes) - 4:59 of Round 1 Michael Chiesa def. Rashid Magomedov Via Submission (Kimura) - 3:49 of Round 1 Benson Henderson def. Marcin Held Via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) - 4:12 of Round 2 Anthony Pettis def. Michael Chandler Via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28) Kevin Lee def. Eddie Alvarez Via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Tony Ferguson def. Beneil Dariush Via Split Decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28) <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="45268" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="GCkeP0N.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GCkeP0N.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> vs. <img alt="am3Pvin.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/am3Pvin.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Dustin Poirier vs. Nate Diaz R1: A relatively even opening round, with both men looking to counter-strike rather than be aggressive. As the round goes on, Poirier seems to be hitting the bigger shots, so Diaz begins to pressure his opponent, but the round ends in similar fashion, with Poirier getting more damage done, in an open round. R2: More of the same in round 2, although Diaz seems to be growing into the fight a little, with the Stockton man matching Poirier’s shots better than he did in the first. However, that is put to a slight halt when Poirier hits a glancing high kick that just catches Diaz, and opens a cut up near his eye that the referee gets the doctor to check, but it isn’t fight ending. Round 2 comes to an end, and it’s a close one, with neither man necessarily pulling away. R3: As the fighters meet in the middle for the final round, Diaz dodges a left hand and follows it up with 2 jabs and a BIG RIGHT CROSS THAT HURTS POIRIER!!! DIAZ GOES FOR A KILL, AND HITS A HUGE RIGHT HAND THAT DOWNS HIS OPPONENT, BEFORE HE FOLLOWS UP WITH GROUND AND POUND, FORCING THE REFEREE TO STEP IN!!!!!!!! Nate Diaz def. Dustin Poirier Via TKO (Strikes) at 0:59 of Round 3 </div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="45268" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="JIZnBTd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JIZnBTd.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> vs. <img alt="x2KnNLQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/x2KnNLQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Gilbert Melendez vs. Justin Gaethje R1: The first round begins and Melendez immediately gets the takedown, and then side control when Gaethje attempts to scramble with the butterfly guard. Melendez tries a few submission attempts to no avail, before Gaethje again tries to scramble, this time with greater effect, getting them both back to their feet, however Melendez gains back control and forces Gaethje back to the mat for the remainder of the round. A strong first round for Melendez. R2: Gaethje comes out quickly, pressuring Melendez and hitting him up with a boatload of counters. As the round wears on, Melendez comes back into it, and gets some successes, but not enough to turn the tide of the round his way, with Gaethje getting the better of the exchanges in that round. R3: This round is much closer, and is again all played out on the feet. It follows the pattern of Gaethje being the aggressor, and pressuring, whilst Melendez was happy to fight backwards with counters. Neither was able to do enough damage, and the fight went the distance in an extremely close round. Justin Gaethje def. Gilbert Melendez Via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="45268" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> <img alt="jaxMwU3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jaxMwU3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> vs. <img alt="EJBGFAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EJBGFAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Edson Barboza vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov R1: The fight begins and Khabib immediately gets a takedown, sending Barboza to the mat. However, nothing comes of it, with Khabib landing nothing of damage nor advancing his position, forcing the referee to stand them back up. Back on the feet, Barboza defends a Khabib takedown attempt, and circles back to the center of the cage, however one of his body kicks is caught by Khabib, allowing the Russian to get another takedown in the final moments of the round, a dominant one for the man from Dagestan. R2: The second round starts as the first ended, with Khabib catching a Barboza kick, this time a right head kick, allowing him to get a takedown. However, like in the last round, nothing comes from it and the referee forces them to stand back up. Khabib again goes for another takedown which is defended by Barboza, who is pushed up to the cage by Khabib. After another unsuccessful takedown attempt, Khabib picks Barboza up and hits a big suplex as the round comes to an end! Another dominant one for the Russian. R3: In the same way the second mirrored the closing moments of the first, the same happens here with the third and second round, as Khabib has a takedown attempt defended by Barboza, who is then pushed up against the cage and suplexed by Nurmagomedov. Nothing again comes from the takedown, with Barboza’s BJJ enough to help him defend against Khabib, and the referee stands them back up again. The fight comes to an end with Khabib hitting his sixth takedown of the fight in an utterly dominating, if boring, performance from the Russian. Khabib Nurmagomedov def. Edson Barboza Via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)</div></blockquote></div>

Scotsman381 · April 16, 2018

WFL Lightweight Tournament - Card 2

Card for the 2nd set of matches (featured fights in bold):

Brent Primus (0-1) vs. Nik Lentz (1-0)

Jim Miller (1-0) vs. Marcin Held (0-1)

Al Iaquinta (1-0) vs. Rustam Khabilov (0-1)

Evan Dunham (1-0) vs. Michael Chandler (0-1)

Justin Gaethje (1-0) vs. Rashid Magomedov (0-1)

James Vick (0-1) vs. Joe Lauzon (0-1)

Islam Makhachev (0-1) vs. Michael Johnson (0-1)

Gregor Gillespie (1-0) vs. Will Brooks (1-0)

Beneil Dariush (0-1) vs. Benson Henderson (1-0)

Michael Chiesa (1-0) vs. Nate Diaz (1-0)

Edson Barboza (0-1) vs. Kevin Lee (1-0)

Gilbert Melendez (0-1) vs. Tony Ferguson (1-0)

Dustin Poirier (0-1) vs. Eddie Alvarez (0-1)

Josh Thompson (1-0) vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov (1-0)

Anthony Pettis (1-0) vs. Conor McGregor (0-1)

Scotsman381 · April 18, 2018

WFL Lightweight Tournament - Card 2 Results <div style="text-align:center;">Nik Lentz def. Brent Primus Via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Marcin Held def. Jim Miller Via Submission (Leglock) - 4:57 of Round 1 Rustam Khabilov def. Al Iaquinta Via TKO (Strikes) - 4:06 of Round 1 Evan Dunham def. Michael Chandler Via TKO (Strikes) - 0:58 of Round 3 Justin Gaethje def. Rashid Magomedov Via Unanimous Decision (30-26, 30-26, 30-26) James Vick def. Joe Lauzon Via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Michael Johnson def. Islam Makhachev Via TKO (Strikes) - 2:18 of Round 2 Will Brooks def. Gregor Gillespie Via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Benson Henderson def. Beneil Dariush Via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Nate Diaz def. Michael Chiesa Via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Kevin Lee def. Edson Barboza Via Submission (Standing Guillotine) - 1:09 of Round 1 Tony Ferguson def. Gilbert Melendez Via TKO (Strikes) - 0:44 of Round 3</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="45268" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="GCkeP0N.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GCkeP0N.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> vs. <img alt="IvVB5M3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IvVB5M3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Dustin Poirier (0-1) vs. Eddie Alvarez (0-1) R1: The fight begins, and Poirier doesn’t gloves with Alvarez. This is an even opening round, with both men utilizing great head movement to avoid one another’s punches. As the round goes on however, it seems that Poirier is starting to gain the upper hand, but gets cut late in the round by an Alvarez left hand that may have just given him the round. R2: More of the same from the second, although both men seem to be doing more damage, with each looking to counter the other’s shots. This continues, as Alvarez misses a right hook and then gets countered with a jab followed by a HUGE LEFT HEAD KICK FROM POIRIER, THAT SENDS ALVAREZ TO THE MAT!!!!!! POIRIER FOLLOWS UP WITH GROUND AND POUND, FORCING THE REFEREE TO INTERVENE, AND GIVING POIRIER THE WIN VIA TKO!!!!!!!!!!! Dustin Poirier def. Eddie Alvarez Via TKO (Strikes) - 4:11 of Round 2</div> </div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="45268" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="P0AI8kz.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/P0AI8kz.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> vs. <img alt="EJBGFAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EJBGFAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Josh Thompson (1-0) vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov (1-0) R1: Nurmagomedov with a takedown right out of the gates, but Khabib stays close to Thompson on the ground, clearly wary of Thompson’s submission threat, which he attempts to use a few times, with Khabib defending a couple of armbar attempts. Eventually, the referee stands them up ,and Khabib shoots in again for a takedown to end the round, a dominant one for Khabib. R2: Round 2 starts the same way the first did, with Khabib attempting a takedown, but this time Thompson defends it, and is pushed up against the cage by Khabib, but instead of attempting another takedown, Khabib instead keeps Thompson up against the cage, even getting a muay-thai clinch, before the referee separates them due to lack of progress. Again Khabib shoots in, and again Thompson defends and is pushed against the cage, although this time, Khabib does damage with lots of kicks, stomps and elbows to bring the round to an end, another dominant one for the Russian. R3: Thompson looks to be aggressive this time, not allowing Khabib the room to get a takedown, however Khabib shows off excellent speed and timing in catching a kick from Thompson, and using that to get a takedown, where again Khabib stays close to Thompson, who fails on a few armbar attempts. The referee again stands them back up, but Khabib ends the fight with another takedown, in an another dominating, yet boring, performance. Khabib Nurmagomedov def. Josh Thompson Via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)</div> </div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="45268" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="4PuvVbO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4PuvVbO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> vs. <img alt="baNhunv.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/baNhunv.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Anthony Pettis (1-0) vs. Conor McGregor (0-1) R1: The fight begins and the first round is an open affair, at least early on, as both have success on the feet. We pass the halfway mark, and McGregor dodges a right hand, and counters with a job followed by a HEAD KICK THAT DAZES PETTIS, WHO COVERS UP!!! MCGREGOR LOOKS TO TAKE ADVANTAGE, RUNNING AT PETTIS AND CATCHING HIM WITH A FLYING KNEE (!!!), though he didn’t get all of it, and that allows Pettis to recover and regain his composure. The round ends with McGregor having the upper hand, lighting Pettis up with body shots and leg kicks. R2: McGregor continues to have the upper hand on the feet in the second, even though he looks to be tiring a bit. Pettis is clearly limping from the damage he has taken from McGregor’s leg kicks, and McGregor outclasses Pettis on the feet to easily take the second. R3: Final round, and it’s more of the same, with McGregor dominating the fight on the feet, lighting Pettis up with counter after counter, whilst Pettis can barely move thanks to the leg kicks from McGregor, who begins the trash talk Pettis as the fight ends, knowing he has this one in the bag. Conor McGregor def. Anthony Pettis Via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)</div> </div></blockquote>

DomNWO · April 18, 2018

This is a cool concept for a diary, enjoying it so far!

Scotsman381 · April 20, 2018

WFL Lightweight Tournament - Card 3

This is a cool concept for a diary, enjoying it so far!

Thanks mate, hope I can keep your interest

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Anyways, we've got the third card here, so feel free to predict as always:

Anthony Pettis (1-1) vs. Marcin Held (1-1)

Edson Barboza (0-2) vs. Islam Makhachev (0-2)

Beneil Dariush (0-2) vs. Rustam Khabilov (1-1)

Gilbert Melendez (0-2) vs. Joe Lauzon (0-2)

Benson Henderson (2-0) vs. James Vick (1-1)

Al Iaquinta (1-1) vs. Gregor Gillespie (1-1)

Jim Miller (1-1) vs. Rashid Magomedov (0-2)

Brent Primus (0-2) vs. Evan Dunham (2-0)

Khabib Nurmagomedov (2-0) vs. Michael Chandler (0-2)

Michael Chiesa (1-1) vs. Nik Lentz (2-0)

Michael Johnson (1-1) vs. Nate Diaz (2-0)

Josh Thompson (1-1) vs. Justin Gaethje (2-0)

Featured Fights

Kevin Lee (2-0) vs. Will Brooks (2-0)

Conor McGregor (1-1) vs. Dustin Poirier (1-1)

Eddie Alvarez (0-2) vs. Tony Ferguson (2-0)

Scotsman381 · April 23, 2018

WFL Lightweight Tournament - Card 3 Results (Sorry for the long wait between shows, I've been away over the weekend and haven't had any internet). <div style="text-align:center;">Marcin Held def. Anthony Pettis Via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) - 2:51 of Round 2 Edson Barboza def. Islam Makhachev Via Knockout (Punch) - 0:53 of Round 2 Beneil Dariush def. Rustam Khabilov Via TKO (Strikes) - 4:46 of Round 1 Gilbert Melendez def. Joe Lauzon Via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Benson Henderson def. James Vick Via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Gregor Gillespie def. Al Iaquinta Via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Jim Miller def. Rashid Magomedov Via Submission (Americana) - 4:46 of Round 2 Evan Dunham def. Brent Primus Via Submission (Guillotine) - 3:51 of Round 1 Khabib Nurmagomedov def. Michael Chandler Via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Nik Lentz def. Michael Chiesa Via Unanimous Decision (30-28, 30-27, 29-28) Michael Johnson def. Nate Diaz Via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Josh Thompson def. Justin Gaethje Via Submission (Leglock) - 4:07 of Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="45268" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="Dm5rfb3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Dm5rfb3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> vs. <img alt="RNPu3HJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RNPu3HJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Kevin Lee (2-0) vs. Will Brooks (2-0) R1: The bell sounds and Brooks immediately shoots for a takedown, but it is defended by Lee. Brooks is then forced to push Lee up against the cage, however Lee defends and circles back to the center of the cage. Brooks tries to again push Lee up against the cage, but Lee once again defends and circles back out towards the center. However, the third time is the charm for Brooks, as he successfully pins Lee on the cage, and manages to keep him there, showing off excellent control that probably wins him the round. R2: Brooks again tries to push Lee to the cage, but again, Lee defends, although this time, Lee takes control of the grapple AND PICKS BROOKS UP FOR A HUGE SLAM!!!!! Lee tries to pass the guard, however Brooks defends and starts to scramble. Lee comes out on top, holding Brooks down in the turtle position, facing him. THEN FROM OUT OF NOWHERE, LEE STARTS RAINING DOWN HUGE RIGHTS ON BROOKS, THAT FORCES THE REFEREE TO STEP IN!!!!!!!! Kevin Lee def. Will Brooks Via TKO (Strikes) - 3:05 of Round 2</div> </div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="45268" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="baNhunv.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/baNhunv.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> vs. <img alt="GCkeP0N.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GCkeP0N.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Conor McGregor (1-1) vs. Dustin Poirier (1-1) R1: McGregor is the aggressor, not allowing Poirier any room to try and grapple, and keeping the fight on the feet, where he has a clear advantage. Numerous times, Poirier buys a feint and leaves himself open to be countered by McGregor, in a good opening round for the Irishman. R2: Poirier seems to be more content standing with McGregor in the second round, going toe-to-toe with the Irishman, even though McGregor still seems to have an advantage. Nothing of note seems to be happening, with exchanges not creating much in the way of damage, until McGregor counters a left hand from Poirier with a jab and A POWERFUL STRAIGHT LEFT THAT MAKES POIRIER GO LIMP FROM THE MOMENT IT TOUCHES HIM!!!!!!!! Conor McGregor def. Dustin Poirier Via Knockout (Punch) - 4:08 of Round 2</div> </div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="45268" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="IvVB5M3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IvVB5M3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> vs. <img alt="KjDTEtK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/KjDTEtK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Eddie Alvarez (0-2) vs. Tony Ferguson (2-0) R1: A relatively even opening round, played out on the feet, with Ferguson getting the slight better of the exchanges and doing more in the way of damage that probably gives him the edge for the opening round. R2: Alvarez seems to be tiring as the second round progresses, and Ferguson manages to take advantage, gaining a greater edge on the feet. This is proven when Ferguson scores with a MASSIVE RIGHT HOOK TO THE JAW!!!!! ALVAREZ IS DOWN BUT FERGUSON CAN’T TAKE ADVANTAGE AS THE ROUND COMES TO AN END!!!!. R3: Ferguson continues to have the better of the stand-up exchanges in the final round of the fight, forcing Alvarez to switch tactics and shoot for a takedown, which he gets. As Alvarez attempts to pass to side control, Ferguson attempts a triangle choke, but Alvarez blocks it. Alvarez tries to pass the guard again, but this time a scramble ensues, with Ferguson somehow managing to come out on top in the north-south position! Ferguson takes advantage of this, attempting a north-south choke that Alvarez blocks as the round, and fight, come to an end. Tony Ferguson def. Eddie Alvarez Via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)</div> </div></blockquote>

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