Canadian Tournament Combat: A Third Go Round

CageRage · May 16, 2020

CTC Sunday Night Fights 16

Sunday, Week 1, April 2003

MAIN EVENT

Featherweight Bout: "Samurai Spirit" Tomohiro Takeuchi (23-4, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -230) vs. Kenji "Star" Akita (15-3, Underdog: +180)

Tomohiro Takeuchi is a fearsome wrestler, who has the ability to shut anyone down with his suffocating grappling. His style may not be the most exciting, definately being a case of "safety first", but it has been undeniably successful. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Snorri Gunnarsson in his last fight. Kenji Akita is a former amateur wrestling stand-out, whose fine grappling and excellent shot have made him one of the top Featherweight's in the world. The weaker parts of his game, stand-up and submissions, have steadily improved as his career has progessed. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Li-Kong Ho in which he lost the KDM FC Featherweight Title. The two have faced each other twice before, with Tomohiro Takeuchi winning a Unanimous Decision in their first encounter, and Kenji Akita winning by Split Decision in their second fight. Both were KDM FC Featherweight Title fights.

CO-MAIN EVENT

Featherweight Bout: Philip "Kid" Ziskie (25-3-1, 3-1 CTC, Favorite: -760) vs. Easton "Small" Frye (18-8, 2-1 CTC, Underdog: +600)

Philip Ziskie's quick and decisive loss to Lamont Banner in the first even CTC Featherweight Title Fight, has put into question his long held, and exalted position as the best Featherweight fighter in the world, but he is still certainly among the best. His combination of high intensity striking, solid freestyle wrestling, and a devastating left hand make him dangerous anywhere the fight goes. He is coming off his first round TKO loss to Lamont Banner. Easton Frye is a highly decorated amateur wrestler, who uses his excellent grappling skills to control and wear down opponents, often winning simply by dominating fights with grappling for Unanimous Decision victories. He is coming off a second round TKO loss to Ward Maloprop in the Final of the Season 2 Featherweight Tournament.

MAIN CARD

Finals of the Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight Tournament

Featherweight Bout: Luiz "The Tarantula" Machado (26-7, 1-1 CTC, Favorite: -330) vs. "The Peragon of Virtue" Fernando Peragon (13-3, Underdog: +260)

Luiz Machado is a decorated student of BJJ, and has excellent submission skills, and is well known for his excellent work off his back. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Lamont Banner in the Quarter-Finals of the Featherweight Championship Tournament. Fernando Peragon is a wild brawler, who likes to load up his right hand and swing for the fences. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Manish Khan in SIGMA.

Featherweight Bout: Sammy "The Stealth Shark" Gaffigan (16-5, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -480) vs. Rafael "Slick" Tavares (17-6, 1-2 CTC, Underdog: +380)

Sammy Gaffigan was originally a kick boxer, but a tour of the Far East in his younger days led to him picking up many different martial disciplines, and blending them together into his own unique fighting style, one that puts the focus on staying calm, and using precision strikes to cause maximum damage. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Lamont Banner in the Semi-Finals of the Featherweight Championship Tournament. Rafael Tavares is a well rounded competitor who mixes very good BJJ skills, with a striking game that is hard to deal with due to his speed and skill. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Easton Frye in the Semi-Finals of the Season 2 Featherweight Tournament.

Semi-Final of the Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight Tournament

Featherweight Bout: "The Banker" Frank Romita (14-4, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -400) vs. Foggy Lee (11-4, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +310)

Frank Romita is one of the most powerful men at Featherweight, a hard-hitting wrestler whose specialty is to throw opponents to the floor, and turn their lights out with devastating ground and pound. He is coming off a third round knock out loss to Philip Ziskie in the Semi-Finals of the Featherweight Championship Tournament. Foggy Lee is an all-rounder. His striking game is competent, albeit based on a high volume of small punches, that don't possess any power, and he is surprisingly adept on the ground for someone who is self-taught in that area. He is coming off a third round submission loss to Chauncey Morin in the Quarter-Finals of the Season 2 Featherweight Tournament.

Featherweight Bout: "Kid Britain" Manish Khan (13-4, Favorite: -300) vs. "The Black Dog" Anthony Ray Shenkman (20-6, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +230)

Manish Khan is a former amateur boxer, who boasts fast hands, and excellent head movement, and has an elusive counter-punching style. He is coming off a 10 second knock out victory over Alvaro Negredo in SIGMA. Anthony Ray Shenkman is a talented amateur wrestler, whose close-quarters-in-your-face style of fighting is difficult for opponents to deal with. He has become known as the "Decision Dog" by his critics, due to his habit of grinding out victories on the scorecards. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Frank Romita in the Quarter-Finals of the Featherweight Championship Tournament.

Featherweight Bout: Yoshiro Makamori (12-3, Favorite: -110) vs. Yagi Jokichi (13-0, Underdog: +100)

Yoshiro Makamori is an excellent submission artist, who has also developed some good boxing skills (albeit with little stopping power) to give himself some versatility. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Li-Kong Ho in KDM FC. Yagi Jokichi is considered among the elite in karate circles. A master of defensive fighting, his ability to pick apart opponents with counter-striking is going to cause a lot of problems. He is coming off a 29 second knock out victory over Reza Afshar in KDM FC.

PRELIMINARY CARD

CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight Tournament Quarter-Final Bout: Nuno "The Idol" Valentino (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -970) vs. "Bad Ass" Benny Dukes (3-1, 2-1 CTC, Underdog: +770)

Nuno Valentino is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and something of a prodigy as it comes to the ground game. If he can build up his striking game, he could be a real force. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Shuler Eigenberg in his last fight. Benny Dukes is a wrestler, adept at putting his opponent on the ground, however, his secret weapon is his punching power, people often underestimate him because of his lack of technique, and end up being flattened by a big right hand. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Ward Maloprop in his last fight.

CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight Tournament Quarter-Final Bout: Hisamitsu "Japanese Punk" Sasaki (8-2, Favorite: -450) vs. Chan Siu-wei (1-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +350)

Hisamitsu Sasaki is a submission specialist, whose favorite techniques are leglocks, that he is adept at applying during scrambles to get surprise tap outs. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Kenshin Hamamoto at a local show. Chan Siu-wei is a traditional grappler, who loves to tie his opponent up in a clinch and work them over with dirty boxing and knee strikes in order to wear them down. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Boone Desjardins in his last fight.

CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight Tournament Quarter-Final Bout: Swithens Corcoran (7-0, Favorite: -860) vs. Sargent "The Human Highlight Reel" Demers (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +680)

Swithens Corcoran is an ultra tough fighter with dynamite in his gloves. A former boxer, he is a dangerous man to stand with, but has learned enough "anti-wrestling" that shutting him down or taking him to the ground is a tough proposition too. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Gonzalo Ramos at a local show. Sargent Demers is a wrestler, who competes at a national level, and is known for his ability to rally when his back is against the wall. He has no striking to speak of, but uses takedowns to lead to brutal ground and pound finishes. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Rust Turner in his last fight.

CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight Tournament Quarter-Final Bout: Sinthaweechai Miprathang (6-1, Favorite: -330) vs. Stewart "Pressure" Point (1-1, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +260)

Sinthaweechai Miprathang is a submission-based grappler, and a master of locking on armbars out of nowhere. He is coming off a third round submission victory over Shusui Ohmiya in his last fight. Stewart Point is a former amateur wrestler, who loves to overwhelm opponents with constant attacks based around takedowns, and stifling top control. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Ward Maloprop in his last fight.

Featherweight Bout: Francesco Marazzina (23-10, Favorite: -950) vs. "The Highlight" Harvey Ripa (13-8, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +750)

Francesco Marazzina is highly skilled at Judo, and uses that as the basis of his MMA style. He is noted for the quality of his guillotine choke, and also for his ability to sweep from the guard. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Mino Reale at a local show. Harvey Ripa is a one-dimensional kick boxer, if his opponents can figure out a way to nullify his stinging kicks, he has no Plan B. As long as the speed and power of his head kicks remains, he will always present knock out danger. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Sammy Gaffigan in the Quarter-Finals of the Featherweight Championship Tournament.

Featherweight Bout: Alejandro "Lobo" Laguera (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Favorite: -500) vs. Chan Wan Wah (9-2, Underdog: +390)

Alejandro Laguera is one of the best punchers at Featherweight, mixing truly vicious power with excellent technique acquired during his teenage years spent boxing. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Tyler Aidi in his last fight. Chan Wan Wah is a Muay Thai champion, known for his vicious kicks, and the incredible destruction he can cause if he gets his opponent locked in the Muay Thai plum. His mediocre wrestling and ground game are weaknesses to be exploited, but getting close enough to get there means wading through a barrage of devastating kicks. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Masahiro Maeno in KDM FC.

Featherweight Bout: "The Tropical Tornado" Azor Portela Nunes (24-8, 0-2 CTC, Favorite: -800) vs. "The Dark Lord" Beau LuPone (7-4, 0-2 CTC, Underdog:+630)

Azor Portela Nunes is a Muay Thai striker, known to be lethal from the clinch, and has nasty leg kicks. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Easton Frye in the Quarter-Finals of the Season 2 Featherweight Tournament. Beau LuPone is a theatrically inclined kick boxer, who is decent on his feet, with good kicks in his arsenal, but is let down by an atrocious ground game. He is coming off a second round TKO loss to Roger Bean in his last fight.

Featherweight Bout: Buck "Golden" Graham (2-1, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +270) vs. Benoit LeMarche (2-1, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -340)

Buck Graham is a decent kickboxer, and is at his happiest when he can stand and engage with an opponent. His striking is decent enough, but his weakness in other areas is what trips him up. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Mark Lee in his last fight. Benoit LeMarche is a wrestler, who combines the ability to control his opponents with grappling with some heavy hands. He is very vulnerable to submissions as he tends to make rookie mistakes like leaving his neck exposed, but as long as the fight remains upright he's a threat. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Benny Dukes in his last fight.

Featherweight Bout: "Mighty Mouse" Heiko Pander (7-2, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -580) vs. Guilherme "Zoom" de Barros (8-1, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +460)

Heiko Pander is a crushingly powerful wrestler with enviable punching power, he may only be 5'5", but Pander packs a mighty punch. A very dangerous opponent, Pander should go far. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Richie Stiller in his last fight. Guilherme de Barros is a Muay Thai fighter, who has cross-trained in other martial arts to give himself a more versatile MMA base. A dangerous striker, he is more than capable of knocking most opponents out cold.

Featherweight Bout: Hans Christian Bloch (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -430) vs. "The Archer" Ivan Bokhour (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +340)

Hans Christian Bloch is a very good catch wrestler. Not a finesse fighter, Bloch's style is to relentlessly chase takedowns even if it means taking strikes along the way, knowing that once he gets his opponents down they'll find it very tough to escape. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Krzysztof Bujnicki in his last fight. Ivan Bokhour has trained in a number of disciplines, and so puts the "mixed" in Mixed Martial Arts. He has powerful leg kicks. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Lucky Lyman in his last fight.

Weigh-In Results

Tomohiro Takeuchi (145 lbs) vs. Kenji Akita (145 lbs)

Philip Ziskie (145 lbs) vs. Easton Frye (145 lbs)

Luiz Machado (145 lbs) vs. Fernando Peragon (145 lbs)

Sammy Gaffigan (145 lbs) vs. Rafael Tavares (145 lbs)

Frank Romita (145 lbs) vs. Foggy Lee (145 lbs)

Manish Khan (145 lbs) vs. Anthony Ray Shenkman (145 lbs)

Yoshiro Makamori (145 lbs) vs. Yagi Jokichi (145 lbs)

Nuno Valentino (145 lbs) vs. Benny Dukes (145 lbs)

Hisamitsu Sasaki (145 lbs) vs. Chan Sui-wei (145 lbs)

Swithens Corcoran (145 lbs) vs. Sargent Demers (145 lbs)

Sinthaweechai Miprathang (145 lbs) vs. Stewart Point (145 lbs)

Francesco Marazzina (145 lbs) vs. Harvey Ripa (145 lbs)

Alejandro Laguera (145 lbs) vs. Chan Wan Wah (145 lbs)

Azor Portela Nunes (145 lbs) vs. Beau LuPone (145 lbs)

Buck Graham (145 lbs) vs. Benoit LeMarche (145 lbs)

Heiko Pander (145 lbs) vs. Guilherme de Barros (145 lbs)

Hans Christian Bloch (145 lbs) vs. Ivan Bokhour (145 lbs)

CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Full Fight Card

FW: Tomohiro Takeuchi vs. Kenji Akita

FW: Philip Ziskie vs. Easton Frye

FW Final: Valentino/Dukes/Sasaki/Siu-wei vs. Corcoran/Demers/Miprathang/Point

FW: Luiz Machado vs. Fernando Peragon

FW: Sammy Gaffigan vs. Rafael Tavares

FW SF: Valentino/Dukes vs. Sasaki/Siu-wei

FW SF: Corcoran/Demers vs. Miprathang/Point

FW: Frank Romita vs. Foggy Lee

FW: Manish Khan vs. Anthony Ray Shenkman

FW: Yoshiro Makamori vs. Yagi Jokichi

FW QF: Nuno Valentino vs. Benny Dukes

FW QF: Hisamitsu Sasaki vs. Chan Siu-wei

FW QF: Swithens Corcoran vs. Sargent Demers

FW QF: Sinthaweechai Miprathang vs. Stewart Point

FW: Francesco Marazzina vs. Harvey Ripa

FW: Alejandro Laguera vs. Chan Wan Wah

FW: Azor Portela Nunes vs. Beau LuPone

FW: Buck Graham vs. Benoit LeMarche

FW: Heiko Pander vs. Guilherme de Barros

FW: Hans Christian Bloch vs. Ivan Bokhour

CageRage · May 17, 2020

For some reason Photobucket has stopped allowing me to upload and share any new pictures, and none of the pictures from the past few events are available. This dynasty will be on a (hopefully) brief hiatus until this is resolved.

CageRage · May 27, 2020

Finally worked out my issue with Photobucket. I am in the process of re-uploading, or relinking several of the pictures that are missing (Unfortunately the posters for Canadian Tournament Combat 45-46, and CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 are likely gone forever.) Hopefully will be back up and running with this dynasty by the end of the week.

CageRage · May 27, 2020

<div style="text-align:center;">CTC Sunday Night Fights 16</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Sunday, Week 1, April 2003</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Live From Fredericton, New Brunswick</div> <div style="text-align:center;">PRELIMINARY CARD</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca</div> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/87eacb6b-14b2-419a-b897-4118e90bb583" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Hans%20Christian%20Bloch_zps57duly0x.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Hans%20Christian%20Bloch_zps57duly0x.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/a1000ef2-44a9-44a3-b4b3-d65e018ff9f8" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Ivan%20Bokhour_zpsahjbjnwk.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Ivan%20Bokhour_zpsahjbjnwk.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Hans Christian Bloch (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -430) vs. "The Archer" Ivan Bokhour (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +340)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our first fight of the night is Hans Christian Bloch facing 'The Archer' Ivan Bokhour. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Kenneth Capote will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Gregory C. James, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:50) Bloch comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 09:50) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Bokhour has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 09:42) Bloch attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 09:42) Advancing his position, he passes to half guard. (Rd 1 - 08:53) Bloch is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 1 - 08:53) Bokhour fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 1 - 08:40) The scramble results in Bokhour being on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 08:21) Bloch looks to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 08:21) Advancing his position, he passes to half guard. (Rd 1 - 07:59) Bloch throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 07:40) Bloch blocks Bokhour as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 07:23) Bloch looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 1 - 07:23) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Bokhour starts a scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 07:09) The scramble leaves Bokhour on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 06:49) Bloch attempts to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 06:49) He manages to pass, but only to half guard. (Rd 1 - 06:27) Bloch fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 06:13) Bokhour tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 05:58) In half guard, Bloch throws a couple of punches designed to keep Bokhour guessing. (Rd 1 - 05:31) Looking to catch his breath, Bloch is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 05:06) Bokhour tries to sweep Bloch but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Bloch attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Getting his leg free with ease, he gets to side control. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Bloch attempts to armbar Bokhour from side control. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Bokhour blocks it. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Bloch blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Bloch tries to ensnare Bokhour in an arm triangle. (Rd 1 - 03:25) Bokhour fights off the arm triangle attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:59) Bloch blocks Bokhour as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 02:47) Bloch throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Bloch blocks Bokhour as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Bloch tries to ensnare Bokhour in an armbar. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Bokhour stops Bloch from applying it. (Rd 1 - 01:39) Bokhour tries to move to guard, but Bloch doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Bloch tries to ensnare Bokhour in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Bokhour blocks it. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Bloch blocks Bokhour as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 00:26) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Bloch shoots in at speed, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:15) The takedown is completed, Bokhour is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 00:05) Bloch tries to pound on Bokhour, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 09:46) Bokhour steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 09:46) Bloch had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 09:46) Bokhour lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 09:25) Bloch comes in fast, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 09:25) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Bokhour has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 09:17) Bloch attempts to pass guard. (Rd 2 - 09:17) He can't find a way past the guard. (Rd 2 - 08:45) Bloch deflects a couple of punches that Bokhour threw from below. (Rd 2 - 08:30) Bloch begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 08:30) Bokhour was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 2 - 08:16) Bloch ends up pushing down on Bokhour who is facing him in turtle position. (Rd 2 - 08:01) Using the element of surprise to his advantage, Bloch attempts to spin over and get a bulldog choke hooked up. (Rd 2 - 08:01) Bokhour is too quick and scrambles for position before Bloch can regain control. (Rd 2 - 07:40) The scramble results in Bokhour being on his back pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 07:26) Bloch fires away with punches, but Bokhour doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 2 - 07:15) Bloch deflects a couple of punches that Bokhour threw from below. (Rd 2 - 06:56) Bloch throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 2 - 06:37) Bokhour throws out some punches, but Bloch leans back to avoid them. (Rd 2 - 06:17) Bloch begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 06:17) He passes guard, but Bokhour was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 2 - 06:05) Bloch ends up in guard. (Rd 2 - 05:54) Bloch is trying to pass guard. (Rd 2 - 05:54) Bokhour was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 2 - 05:40) The scramble sees Bloch up first, and he is quick to wrestle Bokhour up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 05:25) Bloch drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 2 - 05:25) Bokhour, pressed up against the cage, cannot stop the takedown. (Rd 2 - 05:25) Bloch ends up holding a seated Bokhour around the waist, pressing him up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:56) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 04:56) Bloch tries to lock Bokhour in a choke. (Rd 2 - 04:56) Bloch gets the guillotine, applies pressure, and Bokhour has to tap! (Rd 2 - 04:17) The winner, by submission; Hans Christian Bloch! Official Result: Hans Christian Bloch defeats 'The Archer' Ivan Bokhour (Submission (Guillotine) in 5:43 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/daa78ed6-3cf4-4d32-ae2d-9cda76ffe8fb" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Heiko_Pander.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Heiko_Pander.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/9a99f1ed-9f16-4503-b510-bc7d6dbe1739" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Guilherme%20de%20Barros_zpspymw2pag.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Guilherme%20de%20Barros_zpspymw2pag.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">"Mighty Mouse" Heiko Pander (7-2, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -580) vs. Guilherme "Zoom" de Barros (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +460)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; 'Mighty Mouse' Heiko Pander taking on Guilherme 'Zoom' de Barros. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Gregory C. James. (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 09:47) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 09:17) de Barros steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 1 - 09:17) Pander fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 09:17) de Barros hits a right hand but Pander avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 08:56) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing. (Rd 1 - 08:30) de Barros comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 08:30) de Barros is now in the pocket. (Rd 1 - 08:30) de Barros throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 08:14) de Barros initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 08:14) Pander scores with two counter jabs. (Rd 1 - 08:14) de Barros can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 07:52) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 07:52) de Barros misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Pander to attack with a left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 1 - 07:52) Blood is visible on de Barros, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 07:32) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 07:07) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 07:07) de Barros misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Pander attacks with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 06:43) Pander sets it up well and shoots in at speed. (Rd 1 - 06:43) The takedown is completed, de Barros is on his back and pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 06:35) Pander fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 1 - 06:07) Pander feels de Barros prepare to scramble for position and makes sure it doesn't happen. (Rd 1 - 05:47) Pander starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 1 - 05:47) Advancing his position with ease, he mounts de Barros. (Rd 1 - 05:19) Pander unloads with massive right hands and de Barros is getting destroyed! (Rd 1 - 05:19) de Barros is out! The referee leaps in and stops the fight! (Rd 1 - 05:01) The winner, by knock out; Heiko Pander! Official Result: 'Mighty Mouse' Heiko Pander defeats Guilherme 'Zoom' de Barros (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:59 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/3ee91a30-3b15-4ea6-9b12-f5f542a7b74a" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Buck_Graham.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Buck_Graham.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/9f9a84e9-1cd4-4dcb-a32f-d0512b603e94" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Benoit_LeMarche.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Benoit_LeMarche.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Buck "Golden" Graham (2-1, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +270) vs. Benoit LeMarche (2-1, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -340)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on, Buck 'Golden' Graham takes on Benoit LeMarche. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 09:48) It looked like we were about to see a shot from LeMarche, but Graham was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 09:48) Graham fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 09:24) Graham throws a two-punch combo but LeMarche avoids both. (Rd 1 - 09:10) LeMarche comes in and grabs Graham in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 09:01) Using his wrestling skills, LeMarche is trying to push Graham up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 09:01) LeMarche does it, Graham is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:49) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, LeMarche keeps Graham stuck against the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:49) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 1 - 07:46) Graham is trapped against the cage and LeMarche hits him with a short right uppercut. (Rd 1 - 07:26) LeMarche smothers Graham up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 07:26) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing. (Rd 1 - 06:21) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 06:16) LeMarche appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Graham took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 06:16) Graham connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 05:54) Graham hits a left hand, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 05:30) Graham fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 05:15) LeMarche looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Graham simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 05:15) Graham fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick. (Rd 1 - 05:15) Even worse, LeMarche manages to catch the last kick! (Rd 1 - 05:06) LeMarche tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown. (Rd 1 - 05:06) The takedown is completed, Graham is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 04:59) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 04:59) LeMarche is trying to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 04:59) He passes to half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:28) LeMarche looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Graham can do nothing about the pass, and gets mounted. (Rd 1 - 03:39) LeMarche fires away with punches and Graham takes several shots that threaten to end the fight! (Rd 1 - 03:22) LeMarche fires away and Graham is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 1 - 03:22) It looks like LeMarche may have damaged his hand while pounding away, he looks in pain. (Rd 1 - 03:22) If the hand is broken, his job just got a lot tougher. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Graham turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes! (Rd 1 - 03:08) Graham is in increasing trouble, as LeMarche gets both hooks in. (Rd 1 - 02:47) LeMarche pounds away, but Graham isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:18) LeMarche, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Graham fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 1 - 01:40) LeMarche fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 01:12) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, LeMarche tries to finish Graham off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Graham defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Graham struggles against LeMarche and manages to free himself from the hooks. (Rd 1 - 00:28) LeMarche fires away with punches, but Graham doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Graham tries to turn over and sweep LeMarche but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 2 - 10:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 09:55) LeMarche may have been aiming to get in close, but Graham aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 09:55) Graham throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 09:40) LeMarche comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 09:40) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Graham has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 09:40) That's his second takedown of the fight. (Rd 2 - 09:33) Perhaps wary of submissions, LeMarche keeps extremely tight to Graham and peppers him with short punches. (Rd 2 - 09:16) Graham throws out some punches, but LeMarche leans back to avoid them. (Rd 2 - 09:05) LeMarche is trying to pass guard. (Rd 2 - 09:05) He passes guard, but Graham was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 2 - 08:51) The scramble results in Graham being on his back with LeMarche in side control. (Rd 2 - 08:39) In side control, LeMarche begins working to get a mount. (Rd 2 - 08:39) He gets the mount. (Rd 2 - 08:11) LeMarche pounds away on Graham, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 2 - 07:56) LeMarche pounds away, but Graham calmly deals with them. (Rd 2 - 07:45) Graham tries to move LeMarche enough to get half guard, but can't get enough space. (Rd 2 - 07:25) LeMarche fires away and Graham is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches. (Rd 2 - 07:07) LeMarche pounds away, but Graham isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 2 - 06:53) Graham tries to turn over and sweep LeMarche, but rolls too far and gives up his back! (Rd 2 - 06:40) LeMarche pounds away with left hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 2 - 06:28) LeMarche blocks Graham as he tries to roll over. (Rd 2 - 06:13) LeMarche successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. (Rd 2 - 06:00) LeMarche, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 2 - 06:00) Graham stops LeMarche from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 2 - 05:20) Graham manages to pull free of the hooks, but still has LeMarche on his back. (Rd 2 - 05:07) LeMarche increases his control by getting both hooks in. (Rd 2 - 04:54) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 04:54) LeMarche tries to pound on Graham, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 2 - 04:31) LeMarche unloads with some left hands, but Graham deals with them comfortably. (Rd 2 - 04:00) LeMarche, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 2 - 04:00) Graham fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 2 - 03:36) LeMarche loses his hooks, as Graham pries them away. (Rd 2 - 03:20) LeMarche increases his control by getting both hooks in. (Rd 2 - 03:05) LeMarche, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Graham stops LeMarche from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 2 - 02:26) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, LeMarche tries to finish Graham off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 02:26) The rear naked choke is in deep, Graham has to tap out! (Rd 2 - 02:03) By submission, the winner is Benoit LeMarche! Official Result: Benoit LeMarche defeats Buck 'Golden' Graham (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:57 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/1b7ec61e-c293-472c-84ac-c3a3c50bf648" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Azor_Portela_Nunes.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Azor_Portela_Nunes.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/cacb2d15-f4cf-479b-acd7-6acf3c872301" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Beau%20LuPone_zpsxccv4bdk.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Beau%20LuPone_zpsxccv4bdk.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">"The Tropical Tornado" Azor Portela Nunes (24-8, 0-2 CTC, Favorite: -800) vs. "The Dark Lord" Beau LuPone (7-4, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +630)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Tropical Tornado' Azor Portela Nunes takes on 'The Dark Lord' Beau LuPone. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Gregory C. James, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 09:46) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 09:46) LuPone is off target with a left jab but hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 09:46) Nunes hits a jab but misses with a low kick. (Rd 1 - 09:20) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 09:20) Nunes counters a right hand with a jab and a superb head kick! (Rd 1 - 09:07) He's down! LuPone falls to the floor! (Rd 1 - 09:07) Nunes senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks! (Rd 1 - 09:07) Incredibly, LuPone holds on and survives an arsenal of stomps and kicks! (Rd 1 - 08:46) Nunes tries to come in and secure a ground position. (Rd 1 - 08:46) Nunes almost sneaks around, but LuPone ultimately gets him in half guard. (Rd 1 - 08:26) Looking to catch his breath, Nunes is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 08:10) Nunes throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 07:41) Nunes looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 1 - 07:41) LuPone allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble. (Rd 1 - 07:30) LuPone somehow winds up underneath the north-south control of Nunes. (Rd 1 - 07:13) Nunes hits a devastating knee strike to the side of the head! (Rd 1 - 06:59) LuPone takes a short knee strike to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 06:39) LuPone tries to move from under Nunes, but can't get free. (Rd 1 - 06:24) Nunes hits a short knee to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 06:11) LuPone tries to scramble out from underneath Nunes, but is held firmly in place. (Rd 1 - 05:59) Nunes hits a knee to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 05:48) Nunes blocks LuPone as he tries to scramble. (Rd 1 - 05:33) Nunes tries to move to side control, but LuPone sensed the shift in weight and scrambles. (Rd 1 - 05:20) Nunes ends up in half guard. (Rd 1 - 05:04) Nunes throws a quick, ultra-nasty elbow strike to the head. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Nunes pounds away on LuPone but can't land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 04:32) LuPone tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Nunes doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Nunes attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 04:14) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as LuPone tries to get back up. (Rd 1 - 04:02) The scramble sees Nunes up first, and he is quick to wrestle LuPone up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Nunes uses dirty boxing to punish LuPone while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Nunes is trying to lock LuPone into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:34) Nunes manages it and now controls LuPone by the back of the head. (Rd 1 - 03:23) From the clinch, Nunes drives a huge knee to the stomach. (Rd 1 - 03:06) LuPone tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 1 - 02:38) From the clinch, Nunes drives a huge knee to the stomach. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Nunes misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Using the clinch, Nunes hits a vicious knee to the ribs of LuPone. (Rd 1 - 01:44) LuPone blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 01:16) Using the clinch, Nunes hits a vicious knee to the ribs of LuPone. (Rd 1 - 01:04) LuPone pulls free of the clinch after taking a beating. (Rd 1 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Nunes stalks forward, pressuring LuPone. (Rd 1 - 00:53) LuPone fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Nunes can't connect with a jab, but then he hits LuPone with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Nunes initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:39) LuPone throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 00:39) A one-two from Nunes fails to land. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Nunes comes forward. (Rd 1 - 00:20) LuPone throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Nunes throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Nunes slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out. (Rd 1 - 00:00) LuPone has developed a large, deep purple bruise on his side. That looks nasty, and will definitely be affecting his movement.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 09:50) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 09:50) LuPone misses with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 2 - 09:50) Nunes scores with a jab but misses with a right hook to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 09:23) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 09:23) LuPone lands a left jab but misses with a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 09:23) Nunes hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 08:59) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 08:59) LuPone misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Nunes to attack with a quick left jab and a vicious right cross! (Rd 2 - 08:51) LuPone collapses, that shot knocked him out! (Rd 2 - 08:51) The winner, by knock out; Azor Portela Nunes! Official Result: 'The Tropical Tornado' Azor Portela Nunes defeats 'The Dark Lord' Beau LuPone (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:09 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/369926c9-682b-4c3b-8714-d887ba32d225" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Alejandro_Laguera.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Alejandro_Laguera.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/2a738e78-fe8a-48ad-a58b-908bff6bcb34" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Chan_Wan_Wah.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Chan_Wan_Wah.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Alejandro "Lobo" Laguera (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Favorite: -500) vs. Chan Wan Wah (9-2, Underdog: +390)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Alejandro 'Lobo' Laguera facing Chan Wan Wah. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 09:54) Laguera initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 09:54) Wan Wah throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 09:54) Laguera fools Wan Wah with a feint. (Rd 1 - 09:54) A one-two from Laguera fails to land. (Rd 1 - 09:38) Laguera stalks forward, pressuring Wan Wah. (Rd 1 - 09:38) Wan Wah fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 09:38) Laguera can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 09:28) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 09:01) Laguera comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 09:01) Wan Wah hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 09:01) Laguera uses a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 08:42) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 08:24) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 08:24) Wan Wah misses with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 08:24) Laguera is off target with a left jab but hits a left to the body. (Rd 1 - 08:00) Laguera comes forward, walking down Wan Wah. (Rd 1 - 08:00) Wan Wah throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 08:00) Laguera throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 07:47) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 07:18) Laguera forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 07:18) Wan Wah lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 07:18) A jab lands from Laguera but misses when he attempts to go to the body after. (Rd 1 - 07:03) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 07:03) Laguera counters a leg kick attempt with a left to the body. (Rd 1 - 06:45) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 06:16) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 06:16) Wan Wah throws a leg kick but doesn't make contact. Laguera counters with quick jabs that are followed by a clean right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 05:54) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 05:54) Laguera hits a left cross. (Rd 1 - 05:54) Wan Wah connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 05:37) Laguera forces an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 05:37) Wan Wah throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 05:37) Laguera can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Wan Wah with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 05:25) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 04:49) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 04:15) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Laguera slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Wan Wah tries to cover up but is very clearly wobbling! The only reason he is still upright is that he's now slumped against the cage! Here comes Laguera, he knows that this is a chance to finish! (Rd 1 - 04:04) Laguera smashes Wan Wah with a big right hand through the guard! Wan Wah can do nothing but try and cover up! (Rd 1 - 03:56) Laguera goes under the guard and nails Wan Wah with a right uppercut! What a shot! (Rd 1 - 03:56) Referee Leo Behan has seen enough and jumps in to stop the fight! Wan Wah wasn't offering enough intelligent defence. (Rd 1 - 03:56) I think the referee was slow to react, that should have been stopped earlier. (Rd 1 - 03:48) The winner, by TKO; Alejandro Laguera! Official Result: Alejandro 'Lobo' Laguera defeats Chan Wan Wah (TKO (Strikes) in 6:12 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/938ed1a4-aa8c-40ee-8176-9ef89922adc7" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Francesco_Marazzina.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Francesco_Marazzina.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/a0342574-66de-4d44-8960-88123695bf8b" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Harvey%20Ripa_zpsmlphd9ey.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Harvey%20Ripa_zpsmlphd9ey.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Francesco Marazzina (23-10, Favorite: -950) vs. "The Highlight" Harvey Ripa (13-8, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +750)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Francesco Marazzina squaring off with 'The Highlight' Harvey Ripa. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:52) A tentative jab from Marazzina lands. (Rd 1 - 09:52) Ripa lands a jab and then hits a body kick. (Rd 1 - 09:32) Marazzina comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 09:32) Ripa partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Marazzina has a hold of the other. (Rd 1 - 09:32) Marazzina can't get Ripa down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 09:10) With Ripa stuck against the cage, Marazzina tries to set up a judo-style throw. (Rd 1 - 09:10) An outside leg trip sweeps Ripa down to the ground! (Rd 1 - 09:10) Ripa gives up his back off the takedown. (Rd 1 - 08:56) Marazzina attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 1 - 08:56) Marazzina gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Ripa has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 08:39) By submission, the winner is Francesco Marazzina! Official Result: Francesco Marazzina defeats 'The Highlight' Harvey Ripa (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:21 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 16 FEATHERWEIGHT TOURNAMENT QUARTER-FINAL BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/1b17615a-db1b-43a3-b4d9-c36065ac70a7" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Sinthaweechai_Miprathang.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Sinthaweechai_Miprathang.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/3f5766d0-372d-42ef-bc6c-4b249172b8f8" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Stewart_Point.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Stewart_Point.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Sinthaweechai Miprathang (6-1, Favorite: -330) vs. Stewart "Pressure" Point (1-1, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +260)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Sinthaweechai Miprathang battles Stewart 'Pressure' Point. (Rd 1 - 10:00) A place in the semi-finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight is at stake. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Gregory C. James. (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:47) Miprathang confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 09:47) A jab is wide from Miprathang, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 09:27) Moving in, Point appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 1 - 09:27) A punch from Miprathang fails to land. (Rd 1 - 09:20) Point gets hold of Miprathang. (Rd 1 - 09:10) Point is trying to muscle Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 09:10) Point manages it and controls Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:55) Showing good control, Point keeps Miprathang stuck against the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:55) They spend the next half a minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 08:11) Miprathang wrestles back against Point, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage. (Rd 1 - 07:48) Point aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 1 - 07:48) Miprathang hits a left hand, but Point evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 07:35) Point is able to grab Miprathang. (Rd 1 - 07:27) Using his wrestling skills, Point is trying to push Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 07:27) Miprathang ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 07:09) Point looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Miprathang works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 1 - 06:45) Point looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Miprathang simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 06:45) Miprathang can't connect with a jab, but then catches Point with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 06:45) It looks like Point has been cut above the eye. (Rd 1 - 06:26) Point aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 1 - 06:26) Miprathang can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 06:16) Point gets hold of Miprathang without taking too much damage. (Rd 1 - 06:06) Point is looking to muscle Miprathang back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 06:06) Miprathang out-wrestles him though. (Rd 1 - 05:40) Miprathang tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 05:40) Miprathang can't get the trip, as Point wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 1 - 05:22) Point is trying to push Miprathang so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 05:22) Point manages it and controls Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 05:03) Smothered against the cage, Miprathang cannot get free. (Rd 1 - 05:03) Nothing really happens for the next thirty seconds, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Point keeps Miprathang stuck against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:22) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so. (Rd 1 - 03:09) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee separating them. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Miprathang can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Point with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:48) Without taking too much damage, Point is able to clinch with Miprathang. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Point is trying to muscle Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Point can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Miprathang tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:23) Miprathang can't get Point down to the ground. (Rd 1 - 02:03) Miprathang looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:03) The trip doesn't work, Point blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Point looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Point has the takedown and gets side control from it. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Point fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:54) Point throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 00:34) Miprathang tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 00:18) Point pounds away on Miprathang with elbow strikes but can't land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Point blocks Miprathang as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Point.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 2 - 10:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 09:55) Point may have been aiming to get in close, but Miprathang aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 09:55) A jab lands from Miprathang, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 09:35) Miprathang throws a one-two, but Point was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 09:21) Point is able to grab Miprathang. (Rd 2 - 09:15) Using his wrestling skills, Point is trying to push Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 09:15) He does so and now has Miprathang pinned to the cage. (Rd 2 - 08:56) Point tries to smother Miprathang against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 08:41) Miprathang is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 08:28) Miprathang moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 08:28) It looked like we were about to see Point try and get some grappling started, but Miprathang was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 08:28) Miprathang can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 08:28) The gash above the eye of Point has been re-opened by a strike. (Rd 2 - 08:07) Miprathang throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 07:58) Point gets hold of Miprathang, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in. (Rd 2 - 07:50) Point is looking to muscle Miprathang back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 07:50) Miprathang ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 07:34) Point looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Miprathang works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 2 - 07:09) A punch from Miprathang fails to land. (Rd 2 - 07:02) Point gets hold of Miprathang. (Rd 2 - 06:54) Point looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 2 - 06:54) Point gets side control off a superb outside leg trip! (Rd 2 - 06:38) Point throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 2 - 06:21) Miprathang tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 06:03) Point throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 05:47) Point blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 05:27) In side control, Point catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:58) Miprathang tries to move to guard, but Point doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 04:38) Point throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Point blocks Miprathang as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 04:09) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 2 - 04:03) A jab is wide from Miprathang, but then he hits Point with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Point appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Miprathang took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:40) Miprathang throws a punch but Point avoids it. (Rd 2 - 03:24) Miprathang throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 03:00) Point looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Miprathang simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:00) Miprathang throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 02:50) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Point. (Rd 2 - 02:50) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 2 - 02:50) We're back underway! (Rd 2 - 02:36) Miprathang hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Miprathang appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 2 - 02:13) Miprathang throws a punch but Point was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 02:07) Point is able to grab Miprathang. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Point is trying to push Miprathang so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Point manages it and controls Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:40) Point tries to throw an elbow from the clinch, but Miprathang is able to stop it. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Point hits a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 2 - 01:11) Miprathang is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch. (Rd 2 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Point catches Miprathang with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:59) Blood is visible, it appears that Miprathang has suffered a large gash above his eye. (Rd 2 - 00:48) Point catches Miprathang with a knee strike to the thigh. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Point catches Miprathang with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Miprathang gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 00:11) Miprathang waits for Point to try and throw an elbow and quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Miprathang.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 3</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 3 - 10:00) And here we go, one last round! (Rd 3 - 09:52) Miprathang fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 09:44) Point seizes the chance and grabs Miprathang into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 09:34) Point tries to wrestle Miprathang backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 09:34) Point achieves it, pinning Miprathang to the cage. (Rd 3 - 09:18) Miprathang gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 3 - 09:03) Point scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch. (Rd 3 - 09:03) The gash above the eye of Miprathang has been re-opened by a strike. (Rd 3 - 08:51) Point drives a knee to the thigh area. (Rd 3 - 08:41) Miprathang uses his wrestling skills to prevent Point from throwing any knee strikes. (Rd 3 - 08:23) Miprathang is trapped against the cage and Point hits him with a quick elbow. (Rd 3 - 08:11) Point tries to hit him with an elbow, but Miprathang works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 3 - 08:00) Miprathang is taking big gulps of air and seems to be struggling a little now. (Rd 3 - 08:00) Point is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 07:55) A punch from Miprathang fails to land. (Rd 3 - 07:48) Point is able to grab Miprathang. (Rd 3 - 07:40) Using his wrestling skills, Point is trying to push Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 07:40) Point can't move Miprathang at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 3 - 07:22) Miprathang looks to take Point down with a trip. (Rd 3 - 07:22) Point blocks the attempted trip and takes control of the grapple. (Rd 3 - 06:56) Point is trying to push Miprathang so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 06:56) Miprathang isn't going anywhere though. (Rd 3 - 06:39) Using his wrestling skills, Point is trying to push Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 06:39) Point does it, Miprathang is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 06:28) Miprathang gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh. (Rd 3 - 06:21) Point pins Miprathang up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 06:10) Point tries to throw a knee to the thigh but Miprathang uses wrestling to prevent it. (Rd 3 - 05:50) Miprathang waits for Point to lift a leg to attempt a foot stomp, then quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage. (Rd 3 - 05:35) With Miprathang bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 3 - 05:35) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor. (Rd 3 - 05:35) The fight recommences! (Rd 3 - 05:25) Point had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 05:25) Miprathang lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 05:04) Miprathang throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 04:49) Point seizes the chance and grabs Miprathang into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:41) Point is trying to muscle Miprathang up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:41) Miprathang out-wrestles him though. (Rd 3 - 04:28) Miprathang attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Point on the ground. (Rd 3 - 04:28) Miprathang doesn't get the trip, Point instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Miprathang seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Point is looking to muscle Miprathang back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Point achieves it, pinning Miprathang to the cage. (Rd 3 - 03:43) An ugly but effective tactic, Point is pressing Miprathang up against the cage and slowly wearing him down. (Rd 3 - 03:43) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 3 - 02:30) Showing his ability to control opponents, Point smothers Miprathang against the cage. (Rd 3 - 02:30) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position. (Rd 3 - 01:36) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 3 - 01:23) Miprathang throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 3 - 01:00) Moving in, Point appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 3 - 01:00) Miprathang can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 00:48) Point seizes the chance and grabs Miprathang into a clinch. (Rd 3 - 00:42) Point is looking to muscle Miprathang back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:42) Point can't move Miprathang at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 3 - 00:17) Miprathang attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Point on the ground. (Rd 3 - 00:17) Point blocks the attempted trip and takes control of the grapple. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions. (Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Point. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Stewart 'Pressure' Point! (Rd 3 - 00:00) Into the semi finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight goes Stewart 'Pressure' Point. Official Result: Stewart 'Pressure' Point defeats Sinthaweechai Miprathang (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Average.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 16 FEATHERWEIGHT TOURNAMENT QUARTER-FINAL BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/d1e4167f-1dc2-4262-b5f7-72878e0c6890" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Swithens_Corcoran.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Swithens_Corcoran.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/3a34a941-d900-481c-96b3-c28597c6dcec" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="m_black_0053.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/m_black_0053.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Swithens Corcoran (7-0, Favorite: -860) vs. Sargent "The Human Highlight Reel" Demers (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +680)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on, Swithens Corcoran goes up against Sargent 'The Human Highlight Reel' Demers. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The semi-finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight await the winner. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Gregory C. James. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 10:00) An offer to touch gloves is completely ignored by Corcoran. (Rd 1 - 09:49) Corcoran hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 09:30) Corcoran closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 09:30) Corcoran can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 09:06) Demers hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 09:06) A jab hits home from Corcoran and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 08:41) Corcoran steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 08:41) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Demers, but Corcoran was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 08:41) Corcoran can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a fantastic right cross! (Rd 1 - 08:41) Demers is out! It's all over! (Rd 1 - 08:37) Swithens Corcoran takes the win by knock out! (Rd 1 - 08:37) Swithens Corcoran has won a spot in the semi-finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight. Official Result: Swithens Corcoran defeats Sargent 'The Human Highlight Reel' Demers (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:23 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 16 FEATHERWEIGHT TOURNAMENT QUARTER-FINAL BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/8b325293-176e-4ea5-9a93-fd0409970f01" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Hisamitsu_Sasaki.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Hisamitsu_Sasaki.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/7a02c17c-d042-414a-b930-0663294ff434" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Chan_Siu_wei.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Chan_Siu_wei.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Hisamitsu "Japanese Punk" Sasaki (8-2, Favorite: -450) vs. Chan Siu-wei (1-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +350)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Hisamitsu 'Japanese Punk' Sasaki takes on Chan Siu-wei. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The winner will advance into the semi-finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Gregory C. James. (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:48) Sasaki fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Siu-wei with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 09:22) Siu-wei keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 1 - 09:22) Sasaki connects with a nice jab and then hits Siu-wei with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 09:22) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Siu-wei. (Rd 1 - 09:02) Siu-wei appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Sasaki took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 09:02) Sasaki lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 08:42) Sasaki lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 08:27) Sasaki looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 08:27) Siu-wei hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them. (Rd 1 - 08:27) Sasaki lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 08:07) Siu-wei warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 1 - 08:07) Sasaki connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 07:52) Siu-wei comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 07:52) Sasaki cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control. (Rd 1 - 07:39) Siu-wei fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 07:28) Siu-wei blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 07:14) Siu-wei fires off some rights, but Sasaki isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 07:02) Sasaki transitions to half guard. (Rd 1 - 06:43) Siu-wei fires away with punches, but Sasaki doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 06:25) It isn't pretty, but a single underhook allows Sasaki to force his way back to his feet. (Rd 1 - 06:25) The two fighters are now clinched. (Rd 1 - 06:00) Siu-wei hits Sasaki with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling. (Rd 1 - 05:41) Siu-wei is looking to muscle Sasaki back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 05:41) Siu-wei does it, Sasaki is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 05:22) Sasaki is trapped up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 05:22) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Siu-wei smothers Sasaki against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 04:10) Sasaki is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free. (Rd 1 - 04:10) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 03:00) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Siu-wei shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:53) The takedown is completed, Sasaki is on his back and pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:46) Siu-wei throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Sasaki gets an underhook, and that gives him enough control to force them up to their feet. (Rd 1 - 02:27) They end up standing in a tight clinch, and it's hard to see which fighter, if either, has the advantage. (Rd 1 - 02:09) Siu-wei uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Sasaki as they grapple. (Rd 1 - 01:56) Siu-wei is trying to muscle Sasaki up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:56) Siu-wei does it, Sasaki is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:40) The clock is stopped as referee Kyle Crisp wants to check the cut on Siu-wei. (Rd 1 - 01:40) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 1 - 01:40) The fight will be restarted in the center! (Rd 1 - 01:27) A jab is wide from Sasaki, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Sasaki throws a two-punch combo but Siu-wei avoids both. (Rd 1 - 01:01) Seizing the opportunity, Siu-wei clinches. (Rd 1 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Siu-wei is trying to muscle Sasaki up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:52) Sasaki ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Siu-wei presses Sasaki into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 1 - 00:39) The remainder of the round passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 09:49) Sasaki lands a jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 09:23) Sasaki can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 09:08) Sasaki can't connect with a jab, but then hits Siu-wei with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 08:52) Siu-wei chooses to shoot in on Sasaki. (Rd 2 - 08:52) Siu-wei has the takedown and gets side control from it. (Rd 2 - 08:52) Sasaki hasn't stopped a single takedown yet. (Rd 2 - 08:38) Siu-wei unloads with some right hands, but Sasaki deals with them comfortably. (Rd 2 - 08:18) Siu-wei blocks Sasaki as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 08:04) Siu-wei throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 2 - 07:36) Siu-wei blocks Sasaki as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 07:24) Siu-wei fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 2 - 07:09) Siu-wei blocks Sasaki as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 2 - 06:53) Siu-wei throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 2 - 06:31) Sasaki tries to move to guard, but Siu-wei doesn't allow it. (Rd 2 - 06:17) Siu-wei fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 2 - 05:50) Siu-wei blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 05:37) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 2 - 05:37) Taking a few gulps of breath, Sasaki is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 05:24) Sasaki connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 05:24) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Siu-wei. (Rd 2 - 05:01) A jab is wide from Sasaki, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:52) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 04:44) Sasaki confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 04:44) Siu-wei had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 04:44) A jab lands from Sasaki, but Siu-wei evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Siu-wei shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:24) Siu-wei has the takedown and gets side control from it. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Siu-wei fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 2 - 03:57) Sasaki tries to pull guard on Siu-wei but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Siu-wei pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 2 - 03:30) Sasaki tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Siu-wei throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Siu-wei throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 2 - 02:27) Sasaki tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 02:12) Siu-wei pounds away, but Sasaki calmly deals with them. (Rd 2 - 01:56) Sasaki tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 2 - 01:45) Siu-wei fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 2 - 01:16) Sasaki tries to pull guard on Siu-wei but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 2 - 00:57) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Sasaki steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Siu-wei may have been aiming to get in close, but Sasaki aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Sasaki hits a left hand, but Siu-wei evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 00:22) Stepping in, Siu-wei aggressively get a dominant clinch position. (Rd 2 - 00:06) Siu-wei tries to wrestle Sasaki backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:06) Siu-wei achieves it, pinning Sasaki to the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Siu-wei is attended to by the cut man between rounds.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 3</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 3 - 10:00) It's the final round and we are back underway! (Rd 3 - 09:48) Sasaki connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 09:30) A jab hits home from Sasaki and then he catches Siu-wei with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 09:03) Sasaki connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 08:38) Sasaki moves in on Siu-wei, preparing to throw. (Rd 3 - 08:38) Sasaki lands a left jab, but Siu-wei evades a big right punch. (Rd 3 - 08:19) Siu-wei moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 3 - 08:19) Sasaki hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 07:54) Siu-wei shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 07:54) He drives forward with a double leg takedown attempt, Sasaki is swept off his feet and backward! (Rd 3 - 07:54) Siu-wei ends up holding a seated Sasaki around the waist, pressing him up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 07:37) Siu-wei attempts to guillotine Sasaki, who is stuck against the cage. (Rd 3 - 07:37) Sasaki defends himself well. (Rd 3 - 07:11) Siu-wei blocks Sasaki as he tries a sweep. (Rd 3 - 06:55) Siu-wei smothers Sasaki up against the cage wall. (Rd 3 - 06:33) Siu-wei tries to ensnare Sasaki in a guillotine. (Rd 3 - 06:33) Sasaki stops Siu-wei from applying it. (Rd 3 - 05:53) Sasaki, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back. (Rd 3 - 05:30) Sasaki fights off Siu-wei as he tries to smother him against the cage. (Rd 3 - 05:22) Sasaki, trapped against the cage, pummels Siu-wei on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything. (Rd 3 - 05:02) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee separating them. (Rd 3 - 05:02) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Sasaki is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 3 - 05:02) Siu-wei is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 04:50) A jab is wide from Sasaki, but then he scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 04:44) Siu-wei is able to grab Sasaki. (Rd 3 - 04:38) Siu-wei uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Sasaki as they grapple. (Rd 3 - 04:23) Siu-wei is looking to muscle Sasaki back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:23) Sasaki ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 3 - 04:11) Siu-wei pins Sasaki up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 03:55) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Siu-wei is wearing Sasaki down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight. (Rd 3 - 03:55) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 3 - 02:47) Siu-wei traps Sasaki up against the cage, using double underhooks for control. (Rd 3 - 02:47) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 3 - 01:38) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp separates them. (Rd 3 - 01:30) Sasaki fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Siu-wei with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Siu-wei is able to grab Sasaki. (Rd 3 - 01:17) Siu-wei is looking to muscle Sasaki back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 01:17) Siu-wei achieves it, pinning Sasaki to the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 3 - 00:58) Sasaki is trapped against the cage and Siu-wei punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Sasaki looks very tired out there. (Rd 3 - 00:46) Siu-wei pins Sasaki up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 3 - 00:35) Siu-wei smothers Sasaki up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:35) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for the rest of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Here come the official decisions. (Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Siu-wei. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Chan Siu-wei wins by unanimous decision! (Rd 3 - 00:00) Chan Siu-wei books a semi-final spot in the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight. Official Result: Chan Siu-wei defeats Hisamitsu 'Japanese Punk' Sasaki (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 16 FEATHERWEIGHT TOURNAMENT QUARTER-FINAL BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/f5ec1aae-3461-44cd-9753-8b61cb397d9c" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Nuno%20Valentino_zpshobnt0rz.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Nuno%20Valentino_zpshobnt0rz.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/4a445a96-c4b8-4b84-a6bb-0487e45f1b9d" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Benny_Dukes.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Benny_Dukes.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Nuno "The Idol" Valentino (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -970) vs. "Bad Ass" Benny Dukes (3-1, 2-1 CTC, Underdog: +770)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Nuno 'The Idol' Valentino goes up against 'Bad Ass' Benny Dukes in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The winner will advance into the semi-finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Dukes looks a lot heavier than his opponent now. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Valentino spends the introductions pacing around like a long-tailed cat in a room full of rocking chairs. (Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 10:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:54) Dukes appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Valentino took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 09:54) Valentino lands a jab and then hits Dukes with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 09:33) It looked like we were about to see Dukes try and get some grappling started, but Valentino was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 09:33) Valentino can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 09:33) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Dukes. (Rd 1 - 09:13) Moving in, Dukes appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 1 - 09:13) Valentino throws a one-two, but Dukes was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 09:03) Dukes gets hold of Valentino. (Rd 1 - 08:55) Using his wrestling skills, Dukes is trying to push Valentino up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:55) Dukes can't move Valentino at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 1 - 08:40) Valentino is trying to push Dukes so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:40) Dukes ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:22) Dukes gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 08:10) Valentino tries to throw a knee to the thigh, but Dukes takes the opportunity to turn his opponent around so that Valentino ends up backed against the cage instead. (Rd 1 - 07:42) Dukes looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Valentino works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 1 - 07:16) Dukes appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Valentino took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 07:16) Valentino connects with a jab, but Dukes evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 07:00) Seeing his opponent about to shoot in, Dukes timed it well and moved in to start a clinch. (Rd 1 - 06:44) Dukes is trying to push Valentino so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 06:44) Valentino out-wrestles him though. (Rd 1 - 06:17) Valentino attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Dukes on the ground. (Rd 1 - 06:17) Valentino uses a superb outside leg trip! (Rd 1 - 06:17) Valentino takes the back off the takedown. (Rd 1 - 06:06) Valentino attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 1 - 06:06) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Valentino has Dukes flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! (Rd 1 - 05:44) By submission, the winner is Nuno Valentino! (Rd 1 - 05:44) Nuno Valentino has won a spot in the semi-finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight. Official Result: Nuno 'The Idol' Valentino defeats 'Bad Ass' Benny Dukes (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:16 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">MAIN CARD</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Streamed Live On Pay-Per-View at CTCombat.ca</div> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/83117a97-7484-42aa-9bb3-8df3067a9198" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Yoshiro%20Makamori_zpsamuuzmnb.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Yoshiro%20Makamori_zpsamuuzmnb.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/de32bd98-383b-4a93-88b9-aaf7128464da" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Yagi%20Jokichi_zpsjcj5hygm.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Yagi%20Jokichi_zpsjcj5hygm.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Yoshiro Makamori (12-3, Favorite: -110) vs. Yagi Jokichi (13-0, Underdog: +100)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) The main card opens with Yoshiro Makamori going up against Yagi Jokichi. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Kenneth Capote will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Gregory C. James. (Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:47) Jokichi comes forward, walking down Makamori. (Rd 1 - 09:47) Makamori fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 09:47) Jokichi lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 09:28) Jokichi confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 09:28) A punch from Jokichi fails to land. (Rd 1 - 09:14) Jokichi comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 09:14) Makamori fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 09:14) Jokichi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a spinning back kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 08:55) Jokichi stands ready as Makamori moves in. (Rd 1 - 08:55) Makamori connects with a left hand. Jokichi uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 08:42) Attacking with intent, Jokichi scores with a flurry of three punches and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Makamori. (Rd 1 - 08:13) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere. (Rd 1 - 07:46) Jokichi comes forward, walking down Makamori. (Rd 1 - 07:46) Makamori fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 07:46) Jokichi lands a jab and then he hits Makamori with a body kick. (Rd 1 - 07:30) Jokichi comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 07:30) Jokichi looks to pressure Makamori, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 07:30) Jokichi lands a left jab but Makamori dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 1 - 07:10) Jokichi comes forward, walking down Makamori. (Rd 1 - 07:10) Jokichi steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Makamori. (Rd 1 - 07:10) Jokichi hits a left jab and then he hits a high right kick to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 06:56) Jokichi comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 06:56) Makamori lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 06:56) A jab is wide from Jokichi, but then he hits Makamori with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 06:40) Jokichi comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 06:40) Makamori throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 06:40) Jokichi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 06:20) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 05:44) Jokichi comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 05:44) Makamori tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 05:44) Jokichi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Makamori with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 05:31) Jokichi initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 05:31) Makamori fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 05:31) Stepping in, Jokichi lands three quick punches and then he catches Makamori with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 05:11) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 04:53) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Jokichi attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Makamori tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Jokichi fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:23) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Jokichi initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Makamori tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 03:58) A nice feint from Jokichi causes Makamori to become open. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Jokichi throws a two-punch combo but Makamori avoids both. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Jokichi moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Makamori may have been aiming to get in close, but Jokichi aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:36) Jokichi lands a jab and then hits Makamori with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Jokichi moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Jokichi throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Jokichi moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Makamori into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Jokichi moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Jokichi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Makamori with a beautiful right kick to the head. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Jokichi comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Makamori throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Jokichi feints one way and then the other, throwing Makamori off balance and leaving him badly exposed. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Jokichi lands a left hand and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 02:32) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Jokichi comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Makamori throws a counter left but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Stepping in, Jokichi throws three quick punches, three of which land, and then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Jokichi comes forward, walking down Makamori. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Jokichi moves into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 01:47) Jokichi hits a left hand but Makamori steps back to avoid a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Jokichi comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Makamori throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Jokichi feints, causing Makamori to move to one side and leave himself wide open. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Jokichi connects with a jab but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Jokichi lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Jokichi comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Makamori lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:43) A nice feint from Jokichi causes Makamori to become open. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Jokichi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Makamori with a hard low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Makamori wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 1 - 00:28) Jokichi lands three of three quick punches and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Makamori warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Jokichi throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 2 - 10:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 09:49) Jokichi closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 09:49) Jokichi lands a left hand and then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 09:36) Jokichi fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Makamori clean with a spinning kick to the rib cage. (Rd 2 - 09:30) Jokichi is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 09:19) Jokichi steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 09:19) Makamori appeared to be going for a takedown, but Jokichi took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 09:19) Jokichi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a nice right head kick. (Rd 2 - 09:14) Makamori steps back...and almost stumbles over! He is on wobbly legs! (Rd 2 - 09:14) Jokichi acts fast, moving in and knocking Makamori out with a single brutal right hand! What a punch! (Rd 2 - 09:03) The winner, by knock out; Yagi Jokichi! Official Result: Yagi Jokichi defeats Yoshiro Makamori (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:57 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/04c777ba-0b4d-400b-a8e6-d70114f658b9" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Manish_Khan.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Manish_Khan.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/3296b076-b6f1-4421-abbb-5efd8d3d6f78" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Anthony%20Ray%20Shenkman_zpsuiqfdu7i.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Anthony%20Ray%20Shenkman_zpsuiqfdu7i.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">"Kid Britain" Manish Khan (13-4, Favorite: -300) vs. "The Black Dog" Anthony Ray Shenkman (20-6, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +230)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up, 'Kid Britain' Manish Khan facing 'The Black Dog' Anthony Ray Shenkman. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:48) There's a takedown attempt from Shenkman. (Rd 1 - 09:48) Khan sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range. (Rd 1 - 09:15) Khan throws a punch but Shenkman avoids it. (Rd 1 - 09:11) Shenkman comes in and grabs Khan in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 09:02) Using his wrestling skills, Shenkman is trying to push Khan up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 09:02) He does so and now has Khan pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:48) Shenkman looks to sweep a leg out from under Khan so as to take him down with a trip. (Rd 1 - 08:48) Shenkman can't get Khan down to the ground. (Rd 1 - 08:35) Shenkman looks to take Khan down with a trip. (Rd 1 - 08:35) It's unsuccessful, Khan maintained a good solid base. (Rd 1 - 08:20) Shenkman looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 1 - 08:20) An outside leg trip sweeps Khan down to the ground! (Rd 1 - 08:20) Khan winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Shenkman pressing onto him. (Rd 1 - 07:59) Time slips away as Shenkman successfully keeps Khan stuck against the cage wall. (Rd 1 - 07:36) Khan fights off Shenkman as he tries to smother him against the cage. (Rd 1 - 07:28) Khan hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything. (Rd 1 - 06:59) Shenkman smothers Khan up against the cage wall. (Rd 1 - 06:21) Shenkman tries to control Khan against the cage, but finds it a struggle. (Rd 1 - 06:12) Khan hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage. (Rd 1 - 05:50) Khan fights off Shenkman as he tries to smother him against the cage. (Rd 1 - 05:42) Khan hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage. (Rd 1 - 05:14) Shenkman smothers Khan up against the cage wall. (Rd 1 - 04:35) With no progress being made, the referee separates them. (Rd 1 - 04:22) Khan connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:08) Khan moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 04:08) A jab is wide from Khan, but then he hits Shenkman with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Shenkman had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Khan comes in fast and lands four quick punches and then hits Shenkman with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 03:17) Khan hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Shenkman comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Khan almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Shenkman has hold of one leg. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Shenkman drives Khan up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Shenkman uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 02:32) It isn't pretty, but Shenkman has Khan stuck up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:32) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 01:20) Shenkman presses Khan into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 1 - 01:20) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Referee Kenneth Capote thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Shenkman shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Khan sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 09:47) Shenkman hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 2 - 09:47) Khan lands a left hand and then hits Shenkman with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 09:28) Khan moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 09:28) Khan moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 2 - 09:05) Shenkman hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 2 - 09:05) Khan lands a flurry of three quick punches but Shenkman avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 08:47) Shenkman clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about shooting and getting caught on the way in. (Rd 2 - 08:47) Khan can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a crunching right hand to the body. (Rd 2 - 08:30) Shenkman looks like he wants to shoot but is wary of getting hit on the way in. (Rd 2 - 08:30) Khan lands a jab and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 08:14) There's a takedown attempt from Shenkman. (Rd 2 - 08:14) Shenkman gets hold of a leg but Khan remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 2 - 08:14) With Khan not going down, Shenkman settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 07:57) Shenkman tries to take Khan down. (Rd 2 - 07:57) He has the takedown! Khan pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 07:45) Shenkman lies on top of Khan, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 07:11) Khan is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shenkman off of him. (Rd 2 - 06:32) Time slips away as Shenkman successfully keeps Khan stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 05:58) Khan is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shenkman off of him. (Rd 2 - 05:30) Shenkman pounds away, but Khan calmly deals with them. (Rd 2 - 05:17) Shenkman deflects a couple of punches that Khan threw from below. (Rd 2 - 05:03) Shenkman smothers Khan with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 04:33) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Khan connects with a jab, but misses when he attempts to go to the body after. (Rd 2 - 04:02) Khan hits a left jab and then hits Shenkman with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Khan throws a punch but Shenkman was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 03:48) Shenkman takes the chance and shoots on Khan. (Rd 2 - 03:40) A great sprawl from Khan prevents the takedown. (Rd 2 - 03:18) Khan is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Khan can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 02:58) A defensive jab hits from Shenkman. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Khan can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Shenkman with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Khan moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Shenkman appeared to be going for a takedown, but Khan took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Khan lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 02:31) Khan acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight. (Rd 2 - 02:19) Khan can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a vicious right cross! (Rd 2 - 02:19) It's a knock out! Shenkman is down and out! (Rd 2 - 02:12) 'Kid Britain' Manish Khan takes the win by knock out! Official Result: 'Kid Britain' Manish Khan defeats 'The Black Dog' Anthony Ray Shenkman (Knock Out (Punch) in 7:48 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Average.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/0e3001a4-8145-4389-ac80-598482b7b390" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Frank_Romita.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Frank_Romita.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/0bdbdee7-465d-40ee-9345-c3348d737ec5" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Foggy%20Lee_zpsozqwnhf1.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Foggy%20Lee_zpsozqwnhf1.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">"The Banker" Frank Romita (14-4, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -400) vs. Foggy Lee (11-4, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +310)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on, 'The Banker' Frank Romita faces Foggy Lee. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our referee is Leo Behan. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our cageside judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Gregory C. James, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:52) Romita may have been setting up to shoot, but Lee aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 09:52) Lee lands two jabs and then hits Romita with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 09:37) Lee closes in on Romita, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 09:37) Lee lands two jabs, but Romita evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 09:18) Lee comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 09:18) Lee comes in fast and lands five quick punches but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 08:54) Romita may have been aiming to get in close, but Lee aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 08:54) Lee connects with two left hands and then hits Romita with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 08:28) Lee moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 08:28) Romita may have been aiming to get in close, but Lee aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 08:28) Lee comes in fast and lands five quick punches and then hits Romita with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 07:55) Lee hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 07:41) Lee confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 07:41) A flurry of five punches from Lee see them all connect and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 07:13) There's a takedown attempt from Romita, showing great power and speed. (Rd 1 - 07:13) He has the takedown! Lee pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 07:04) Romita throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 06:45) Romita leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Lee. (Rd 1 - 06:29) Time slips away as Romita successfully keeps Lee stuck against the ground. (Rd 1 - 05:55) The clock runs down as Lee is being smothered against the ground by Romita. (Rd 1 - 05:32) Romita throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 05:08) Lee throws out some punches, but Romita leans back to avoid them. (Rd 1 - 04:51) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 04:51) Romita smothers Lee with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 04:26) With no progress being made, referee Leo Behan brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Romita may have been aiming to get in close, but Lee aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Lee connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Romita appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Lee comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing three of them, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 03:31) There's a takedown attempt from Romita, showing great power and speed. (Rd 1 - 03:31) Lee cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Romita throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Romita is trying to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 02:56) He passes guard, but Lee was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 1 - 02:43) The scramble results in Lee turtled with Romita on his back. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Romita unloads with big rights and Lee is getting rocked! (Rd 1 - 02:11) Romita pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Romita pounds away on Lee, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 1 - 01:37) Romita unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Romita pounds away, but Lee calmly deals with them. (Rd 1 - 01:12) Romita is too slow to stop Lee getting back up. (Rd 1 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Lee moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Lee lands two left hands, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 00:32) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Romita. (Rd 1 - 00:32) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender. (Rd 1 - 00:32) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway! (Rd 1 - 00:17) Lee fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Romita with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Romita seizes the chance and grabs Lee into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 2 - 10:00) We are back underway! (Rd 2 - 09:51) Two jabs hit home from Lee and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 09:23) Lee confidently comes in closer. (Rd 2 - 09:23) Lee moves in behind five quick punches, three of them finding a home, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 08:57) Lee is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 08:51) Romita may have been aiming to get in close, but Lee aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 08:51) A quick flurry of punches from Lee sees three of three hit home and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 08:33) Romita had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 08:33) Stepping in, Lee throws five quick punches, three of which land, and then catches Romita with a right hook. (Rd 2 - 08:04) Attacking with a quick flurry, Lee lands three of three punches and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 07:38) Lee confidently comes in closer. (Rd 2 - 07:38) A flurry of five punches from Lee see two of them land but Romita evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 07:00) Lee lands four of four quick punches and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 06:35) Romita shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 06:35) The takedown is successful, Lee pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 06:35) Lee has yet to stop a single takedown from the three he has faced. (Rd 2 - 06:27) In guard, Romita throws a couple of punches designed to keep Lee guessing. (Rd 2 - 06:02) Time slips away as Romita successfully keeps Lee stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 05:33) Romita throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 2 - 05:04) Romita throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:35) Lee drags Romita in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches. (Rd 2 - 04:22) Lee is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Romita off of him. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Time slips away as Romita successfully keeps Lee stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 03:21) With no progress being made, referee Leo Behan stands them back up. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Lee looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:11) It looked like we were about to see Romita try and get some grappling started, but Lee was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 03:11) A punch from Lee fails to land. (Rd 2 - 02:55) Romita sets it up well and shoots in at speed. (Rd 2 - 02:55) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Lee pulling guard. (Rd 2 - 02:55) That's four takedowns from four attempts for Romita. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Romita looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 2 - 02:48) Romita struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Lee pulls Romita down in close and hits him with a couple of short punches to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Romita lies on top of Lee, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Romita lies on top of Lee, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 00:22) Romita clings very tight to Lee while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:03) Lee throws out some punches, but Romita leans back to avoid them. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 3</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 3 - 10:00) And here we go, one last round! (Rd 3 - 09:45) Lee steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 3 - 09:45) It looked like we were about to see Romita try and get some grappling started, but Lee was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 09:45) A jab lands from Lee, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 09:26) Romita shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 09:26) Lee partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Romita has a hold of the other. (Rd 3 - 09:26) With Lee not going down, Romita settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 09:14) An ugly but effective tactic, Romita is pressing Lee up against the cage and slowly wearing him down. (Rd 3 - 09:14) The next thirty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 08:35) Showing his ability to control opponents, Romita simply smothers Lee against the cage. (Rd 3 - 08:35) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 3 - 07:24) Romita tries to keep him up against the cage, but Lee works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center. (Rd 3 - 07:11) Lee is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 3 - 07:03) Lee can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 06:53) Romita is able to grab Lee. (Rd 3 - 06:43) Using his wrestling skills, Romita is trying to push Lee up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 06:43) Romita can't manage it, Lee fought it. (Rd 3 - 06:30) Romita is looking to muscle Lee back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 06:30) Romita manages it and controls Lee up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 06:18) Romita presses Lee into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight. (Rd 3 - 06:18) Nothing really happens for the next sixty seconds or so, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 3 - 05:30) Romita tries to maintain control, but Lee wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center. (Rd 3 - 05:15) Romita is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 3 - 05:09) Stepping in, Lee throws three quick punches, three of which land, and then catches Romita with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 04:37) Romita comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:37) He has the takedown! Lee pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 04:30) Romita fires off a few punches. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Romita looks to get past the guard. (Rd 3 - 04:02) Lee was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 3 - 03:51) Lee brilliantly manages to take his opponent's back! (Rd 3 - 03:39) Breathing very hard, Lee is looking ragged. (Rd 3 - 03:39) Romita is in huge trouble now, as Lee successfully gets both hooks in. (Rd 3 - 03:19) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Lee tries to finish Romita off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 3 - 03:19) Romita gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap! (Rd 3 - 02:40) The winner, by submission, is Foggy Lee! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Foggy Lee defeats 'The Banker' Frank Romita (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:20 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great.</div></div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 16 FEATHERWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/3f5766d0-372d-42ef-bc6c-4b249172b8f8" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Stewart_Point.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Stewart_Point.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/d1e4167f-1dc2-4262-b5f7-72878e0c6890" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Swithens_Corcoran.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Swithens_Corcoran.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Stewart "Pressure" Point (2-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +190) vs. Swithens Corcoran (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -240)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Stewart 'Pressure' Point battling Swithens Corcoran. (Rd 1 - 10:00) A spot in the finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight is up for grabs. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Gregory C. James. (Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 10:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:48) It looked like we were about to see Point try and get some grappling started, but Corcoran was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 09:48) A jab is wide from Corcoran, but then he hits Point with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 09:35) A jab lands from Corcoran, but Point evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 09:26) Point is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 1 - 09:18) Corcoran connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 08:58) A jab lands from Corcoran, but can't connect with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 08:40) Corcoran hits a left hand, but Point evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 08:23) Point had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 08:23) Corcoran lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 08:03) Circling, Point clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit. (Rd 1 - 08:03) Two jabs hit home from Corcoran and then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 07:40) Corcoran comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 07:40) Corcoran connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 07:19) Moving around, Point is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in. (Rd 1 - 07:19) Corcoran hits a left jab and then hits Point with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 07:03) Corcoran moves in on Point, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 07:03) Corcoran connects with a nice jab and then catches Point with a right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 06:45) Point moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 1 - 06:45) Corcoran can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Point with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 06:28) Corcoran steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 06:28) A jab hits home from Corcoran and then he lands a right hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 06:11) It looked like we were about to see Point try and get some grappling started, but Corcoran was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 06:11) Corcoran lands a jab and then scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 05:58) Point looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 05:58) Corcoran throws a punch but Point avoids it. (Rd 1 - 05:53) Point comes in and grabs Corcoran in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 05:45) Point uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Corcoran as they grapple. (Rd 1 - 05:25) Corcoran tries to wriggle free, but Point controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 1 - 05:12) Point tries to take Corcoran down. (Rd 1 - 05:12) Corcoran cannot stop the takedown and has to pull half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:59) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 04:59) Point fires off some rights, but Corcoran isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Point pounds away and Corcoran struggles to deal with them. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Point begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:28) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Point tries to lock Corcoran into a kimura. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Corcoran fights off the kimura attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Point tries to lock Corcoran in an armbar. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Corcoran fights off the armbar attempt. (Rd 1 - 02:18) Point throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 01:48) In side control, Point catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Point attempts an americana. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Corcoran stops Point from applying it. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Point punches down at Corcoran, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:23) The lack of progress forces referee Kyle Crisp to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 1 - 00:16) Corcoran throws a punch but Point avoids it. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Point takes the chance and grabs Corcoran into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:01) Point uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Corcoran as they grapple. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) That was an exciting round, hopefully the fighters will continue with that pace in the next.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 2 - 10:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 09:55) Point warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 09:55) Corcoran lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 09:36) Corcoran connects with a nice jab and then hits Point with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 09:15) Corcoran can't connect with a jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 09:11) Point covers up, retreating until pressed against the cage...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt! (Rd 2 - 09:11) Corcoran moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand around the guard! Point is rocked again! (Rd 2 - 09:03) Corcoran goes under the guard and nails Point with a right uppercut! What a shot! (Rd 2 - 09:03) With Point slumped against the cage and taking a beating, the referee leaps in and stops the fight! (Rd 2 - 09:03) That's poor refereeing in my opinion, referee Kyle Crisp should have gotten in there and stopped the bout faster. (Rd 2 - 08:58) By TKO, the winner is Swithens Corcoran! (Rd 2 - 08:58) Swithens Corcoran books a place in the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight final! Official Result: Swithens Corcoran defeats Stewart 'Pressure' Point (TKO (Strikes) in 1:02 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 16 FEATHERWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/7a02c17c-d042-414a-b930-0663294ff434" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Chan_Siu_wei.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Chan_Siu_wei.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/f5ec1aae-3461-44cd-9753-8b61cb397d9c" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Nuno%20Valentino_zpshobnt0rz.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Nuno%20Valentino_zpshobnt0rz.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Chan Siu-wei (2-1, 2-1 CTC, Underdog: +750) vs. Nuno "The Idol" Valentino (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Favorite: -950)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on, Chan Siu-wei fights Nuno 'The Idol' Valentino. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight await the winner. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Gregory C. James, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 09:48) Valentino can't connect with a jab, but then hits Siu-wei with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 09:33) Valentino fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Siu-wei with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 09:28) For the first time, Siu-wei is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 09:14) Siu-wei chooses to shoot in on Valentino. (Rd 1 - 09:14) He has the takedown! Valentino pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 09:04) Siu-wei throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 08:40) Valentino grabs one of his opponent's legs and looks to be attempting a sweep of some kind. (Rd 1 - 08:40) Siu-wei pulls his leg away and stops the sweep entirely. (Rd 1 - 08:05) Siu-wei uses a shoulder smash to keep Valentino down. (Rd 1 - 07:56) Siu-wei throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 07:26) Valentino raises his legs and tries to get Siu-wei into a triangle choke. (Rd 1 - 07:26) Valentino gets the triangle choke, it's in deep and Siu-wei has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 06:50) Nuno Valentino takes the victory by way of submission! (Rd 1 - 06:50) Nuno Valentino will be in the finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Nuno 'The Idol' Valentino defeats Chan Siu-wei (Submission (Triangle) in 3:10 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/9ac59678-fbd6-43cc-8774-36669cd40563" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Sammy%20Gaffigan_zps2uy76tao.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Sammy%20Gaffigan_zps2uy76tao.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/9020b141-2b6f-4f5c-b932-6b7f0222fa9f" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Rafael_Tavares.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Rafael_Tavares.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Sammy "The Stealth Shark" Gaffigan (16-5, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -480) vs. Rafael "Slick" Tavares (17-6, 1-2 CTC, Underdog: +380)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Sammy 'The Stealth Shark' Gaffigan competing against Rafael 'Slick' Tavares. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 10:00) Gaffigan doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd. (Rd 1 - 09:54) Gaffigan stands ready as Tavares moves in. (Rd 1 - 09:54) Gaffigan goes to the body with a spin kick. (Rd 1 - 09:54) Tavares lands two of a flurry of quick punches but finds a big right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 09:26) Tavares comes in to engage. (Rd 1 - 09:26) Tavares scores with one punch out of a sudden flurry but Gaffigan bobs out of the way of a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 09:02) Tavares comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 09:02) Gaffigan hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 09:02) Tavares hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 08:47) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 08:21) Moving forward, Tavares looks to strike. Gaffigan stands ready. (Rd 1 - 08:21) Gaffigan lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 1 - 08:21) Tavares uses a left jab and also scores a glancing blow with a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 07:55) Gaffigan steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 07:55) Tavares hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 07:55) Gaffigan comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing one of them, and then he hits Tavares with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 07:36) Gaffigan stands ready as Tavares moves in. (Rd 1 - 07:36) Tavares lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 07:22) Gaffigan lets Tavares step in and engage. (Rd 1 - 07:22) Gaffigan slips past a right hook and counters with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 06:56) Gaffigan lets Tavares step in and engage. (Rd 1 - 06:56) Tavares quickly throws a punch and lands it but can't hit a right cross as Gaffigan used head movement to avoid it. (Rd 1 - 06:31) Tavares comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 06:31) Tavares hits a jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 06:31) Gaffigan hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 06:10) Tavares comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 06:10) Gaffigan scores with a spin kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 06:10) Tavares is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 05:55) Stepping in, Tavares looks to engage. (Rd 1 - 05:55) Gaffigan dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a kick to the body that gets parried. (Rd 1 - 05:24) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 05:07) Gaffigan comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 05:07) Tavares hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 05:07) Gaffigan lands a left jab but Tavares dodges a big right head kick follow-up. (Rd 1 - 04:58) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Tavares moves in to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Gaffigan hits a jab but can't make contact on a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Tavares hits a jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Gaffigan attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Tavares hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Gaffigan uses a left jab but Tavares evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 04:04) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 03:35) Tavares comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:35) Tavares lands a left hook. (Rd 1 - 03:12) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 02:45) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 02:22) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Tavares moves in to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Gaffigan lands a spin kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:49) Tavares misses a jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:32) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 01:05) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Tavares steps in, watched all the way by Gaffigan. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Gaffigan misses a jab but hits a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Tavares uses a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 00:11) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 2 - 10:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 09:51) Tavares steps in to strike. (Rd 2 - 09:51) Tavares hits a jab and also lands a spin kick. (Rd 2 - 09:51) Gaffigan hits a left jab and also lands a spin kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 09:31) Gaffigan stands ready as Tavares moves in. (Rd 2 - 09:31) Tavares uses a left jab but misses with a low kick. (Rd 2 - 09:31) Gaffigan scores with a jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 09:07) Tavares moves in to strike. (Rd 2 - 09:07) Tavares uses a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 09:07) Gaffigan scores with two punches out of a flurry and then just about lands a head kick. (Rd 2 - 08:44) Stepping in, Tavares looks to engage. (Rd 2 - 08:44) Tavares misses with a big right hand, allowing Gaffigan to counter with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 08:18) Tavares comes in to engage. (Rd 2 - 08:18) Tavares scores with a jab and also hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 2 - 08:18) Gaffigan lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 2 - 08:09) For the first time, Gaffigan is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 08:01) Gaffigan lets Tavares step in and engage. (Rd 2 - 08:01) Tavares misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Gaffigan attacks with a jab and a head kick that is off-target. (Rd 2 - 07:34) Tavares moves in to strike. (Rd 2 - 07:34) Tavares lands a one-two. (Rd 2 - 07:34) Gaffigan connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 07:27) Tavares is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 07:15) Tavares steps in, watched all the way by Gaffigan. (Rd 2 - 07:15) Tavares hits a jab but doesn't get a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 07:15) Gaffigan scores with a jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 2 - 06:53) Moving forward, Tavares looks to strike. Gaffigan stands ready. (Rd 2 - 06:53) Gaffigan lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a low kick. (Rd 2 - 06:53) Tavares scores with a jab and also just about lands a head kick. (Rd 2 - 06:53) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Gaffigan. (Rd 2 - 06:35) Gaffigan moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 06:35) Tavares appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Gaffigan took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 06:35) Gaffigan can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 06:15) Stepping in, Tavares looks to engage. (Rd 2 - 06:15) Tavares is off target with a left jab but hits a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 2 - 05:55) Gaffigan comes forward, walking down Tavares. (Rd 2 - 05:55) Tavares hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 2 - 05:55) Gaffigan hits a left hand but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 2 - 05:40) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 2 - 05:22) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 2 - 04:56) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 04:56) Moving forward, Tavares looks to strike. Gaffigan stands ready. (Rd 2 - 04:56) Tavares hits a left jab and also scores with a vicious head kick! (Rd 2 - 04:42) Gaffigan is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 2 - 04:42) Tavares moves in quickly, kneeling beside Gaffigan and starting to hammer down with punches! (Rd 2 - 04:42) Tavares pounds away on Gaffigan, landing several good shots in the process. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Tavares begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 2 - 04:27) He can't get the mount as Gaffigan rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead. (Rd 2 - 03:47) Tavares tries to finish Gaffigan off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 03:47) Gaffigan stops Tavares from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Gaffigan tries to turn over and sweep Tavares but can't do it. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Tavares tries to get a body triangle hooked up, but can't. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Gaffigan tries to turn over and sweep Tavares but can't do it. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Tavares attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 02:22) Gaffigan doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 2 - 01:49) Tavares blocks Gaffigan as he tries to roll over. (Rd 2 - 01:24) Gaffigan prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Tavares from getting hooks in. (Rd 2 - 01:10) Tavares blocks Gaffigan as he tries to roll over. (Rd 2 - 00:49) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp stands them back up. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Tavares moves in to strike. (Rd 2 - 00:35) Tavares lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 2 - 00:25) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Gaffigan. (Rd 2 - 00:25) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor. (Rd 2 - 00:25) The fight recommences! (Rd 2 - 00:15) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 3</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 3 - 10:00) Our last round, round three, begins! (Rd 3 - 09:50) Tavares throws a two-punch combo but Gaffigan avoids both. (Rd 3 - 09:27) Tavares can't connect with a jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Gaffigan. (Rd 3 - 09:17) A tired Tavares moves forward, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 09:17) Gaffigan almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Tavares has hold of one leg. (Rd 3 - 09:17) Tavares uses the position to drive Gaffigan up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 09:01) Tavares looks to take Gaffigan down with a trip. (Rd 3 - 09:01) Tavares can't get the trip, as Gaffigan wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 3 - 08:44) Gaffigan hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 08:31) Gaffigan tries to foot stomp Tavares, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 3 - 08:08) Tavares comes in to engage. (Rd 3 - 08:08) Gaffigan hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 3 - 08:08) Tavares scores with a jab and also hits a wicked right head kick! (Rd 3 - 07:58) Gaffigan is knocked down! (Rd 3 - 07:58) Tavares senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 3 - 07:58) Tavares pounds away with rights, Gaffigan is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face! (Rd 3 - 07:58) Referee Kyle Crisp is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 3 - 07:47) The winner, by TKO, is Rafael 'Slick' Tavares! Official Result: Rafael 'Slick' Tavares defeats Sammy 'The Stealth Shark' Gaffigan (TKO (Strikes) in 2:13 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/fec86a56-e3f1-4ea3-9d36-2bbf12241d0b" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Luiz%20Machado_zpsxv7h0t2e.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Luiz%20Machado_zpsxv7h0t2e.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/3b790fcb-099e-4051-8fbc-dfbfa380ad9e" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Fernando_Peragon.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Fernando_Peragon.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Luiz "The Tarantula" Machado (26-7, 1-1 CTC, Favorite: -330) vs. "The Peragon of Virtue" Fernando Peragon (13-3, Underdog: +260)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up is a match in which Luiz 'The Tarantula' Machado squares off with 'The Peragon Of Virtue' Fernando Peragon. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 09:51) Peragon closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 09:51) Machado may have been setting up to shoot, but Peragon aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 09:51) Peragon can't connect with a jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 09:41) Machado hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 09:41) Peragon throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 09:29) Machado hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them. (Rd 1 - 09:29) Peragon throws a punch but Machado was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 09:20) Machado moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening for a takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 09:20) Stepping in, Peragon throws three quick punches, two of which land, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 1 - 08:57) Machado keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and shoot on Peragon. (Rd 1 - 08:57) Peragon connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 08:36) Setting it up with excellent timing, Machado comes forward and shoots for the takedown. (Rd 1 - 08:36) Peragon almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Machado holds the other. (Rd 1 - 08:36) Machado drives Peragon up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:18) Machado looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 1 - 08:18) He trips Peragon, sending him down! (Rd 1 - 08:18) The takedown allows Machado to take the back of Peragon. (Rd 1 - 07:58) Machado tries to finish Peragon off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 07:58) Peragon doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 1 - 07:32) Machado blocks Peragon as he tries to roll over. (Rd 1 - 07:18) Machado attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 1 - 07:18) Peragon fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 1 - 06:47) Peragon tries to turn over and sweep Machado but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 06:28) Machado increases his control by getting both hooks in. (Rd 1 - 06:07) Machado, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 06:07) Machado flattens Peragon out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 1 - 05:42) The winner, by submission; Luiz Machado! Official Result: Luiz 'The Tarantula' Machado defeats 'The Peragon Of Virtue' Fernando Peragon (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:18 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 16 FEATHERWEIGHT TOURNAMENT FINAL BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/d1e4167f-1dc2-4262-b5f7-72878e0c6890" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Swithens_Corcoran.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Swithens_Corcoran.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/f5ec1aae-3461-44cd-9753-8b61cb397d9c" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Nuno%20Valentino_zpshobnt0rz.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Nuno%20Valentino_zpshobnt0rz.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Swithens Corcoran (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Underdog: +430) vs. Nuno "The Idol" Valentino (10-0, 3-0 CTC, Favorite: -550)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up is a match in which Swithens Corcoran battles Nuno 'The Idol' Valentino. (Rd 1 - 10:00) This is the final of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight! (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 10:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:51) Corcoran throws three punches, but Valentino defended successfully against them all. (Rd 1 - 09:39) Seizing the opportunity, Valentino clinches. (Rd 1 - 09:31) Valentino is trying to push Corcoran so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 09:31) Valentino achieves it, pinning Corcoran to the cage. (Rd 1 - 09:14) With Corcoran stuck against the cage, Valentino tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor. (Rd 1 - 09:14) Corcoran is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull guard! (Rd 1 - 09:02) Valentino fires off a few punches. (Rd 1 - 08:45) Perhaps looking to create space for a leglock, Valentino tries to break the guard apart. (Rd 1 - 08:45) Isolating a leg, Valentino is able to grab a kneebar and force Corcoran to tap out! (Rd 1 - 08:25) The winner, by submission, is Nuno 'The Idol' Valentino! (Rd 1 - 08:25) Nuno Valentino wins the CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight! Official Result: Nuno 'The Idol' Valentino defeats Swithens Corcoran (Submission (Kneebar) in 1:35 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Nuno Valentino Wins The CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight Tournament</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Nuno Valentino Wins A Spot In The Season 4 Featherweight Tournament</div> <div style="text-align:center;">CO-MAIN EVENT</div> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/e585b5e6-503e-49c0-9853-3a79e3cbd8e4" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Philip%20Ziskie_zpss28oy4c3.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Philip%20Ziskie_zpss28oy4c3.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/c7b778f3-31da-4294-9650-234062a138d7" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Easton_Frye.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Easton_Frye.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a> Philip "Kid" Ziskie (25-3-1, 3-1 CTC, Favorite: -760) vs. Easton "Small" Frye (18-8, 2-1 CTC, Underdog: +600)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) The co-main event is up next. Philip 'Kid' Ziskie takes on Easton 'Small' Frye in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Benjamin Milligan III, and Gregory C. James. (Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:47) Ziskie throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 09:44) Frye moves in fast and clinches with Ziskie. (Rd 1 - 09:38) Frye is trying to muscle Ziskie up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 09:38) Frye manages it and controls Ziskie up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 09:25) Smothered against the cage, Ziskie cannot get free. (Rd 1 - 09:25) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute. (Rd 1 - 08:21) Ziskie throws a few short punches to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 08:06) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Frye is keeping Ziskie pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:06) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 1 - 06:55) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 06:42) Attacking with intent, Ziskie scores with one out of a flurry of three punches but his big left hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 06:14) Ziskie connects with a nice jab and then catches Frye with a crunching left hook. (Rd 1 - 05:56) Ziskie closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 05:56) Frye looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Ziskie simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 05:56) A jab is wide from Ziskie, but then he scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 05:40) Ziskie comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 05:40) Frye had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 05:40) Ziskie can't connect with a jab, but then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 05:32) Frye struts around the cage like he owns the place. (Rd 1 - 05:24) Ziskie connects with a jab, but misses with a low kick. (Rd 1 - 05:05) Ziskie lands a jab and then catches Frye with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:54) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 04:40) Ziskie lands a right hand and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:17) A jab is wide from Ziskie, but then he catches Frye with a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:03) Ziskie lands a jab and then lands a big left hand. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Ziskie throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Ziskie hits a right hand, but Frye avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Ziskie moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Frye had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Ziskie hits a right jab and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 03:04) Ziskie throws a punch but Frye avoids it. (Rd 1 - 03:00) Frye moves in fast and clinches with Ziskie. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Frye is looking to muscle Ziskie back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Frye can't do it though, Ziskie defended it well. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Frye is trying to push Ziskie so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Ziskie doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Wanting to take it to the ground, Ziskie attempts to drag Frye down into his guard. (Rd 1 - 02:11) It doesn't work though, Frye responds by violently slamming him down! (Rd 1 - 01:54) Frye tries to secure a ground position. (Rd 1 - 01:54) Frye tries to get around it, but eventually has to settle for being in guard. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Frye attempts to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Frye struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard. (Rd 1 - 01:01) Ziskie pulls Frye in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Frye starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 00:49) Ziskie allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Frye somehow manages to come out on top of Ziskie in north-south position. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Frye elbows away at the ribs, but the blows are not doing much damage. (Rd 1 - 00:04) Ziskie slides to one side and scrambles for position. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 09:45) Ziskie uses a right jab, but Frye dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 2 - 09:22) Frye warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling. (Rd 2 - 09:22) Ziskie hits a right jab and then hits a crunching straight left to the jaw! (Rd 2 - 09:22) Frye goes down hard, he's out! (Rd 2 - 09:14) Philip Ziskie takes the victory by way of knock out! Official Result: Philip 'Kid' Ziskie defeats Easton 'Small' Frye (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:46 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">MAIN EVENT</div> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/c113c4d1-53ae-4b68-be87-b959bb9b7dd3" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Tomohiro%20Takeuchi_zpsj0yvrf6c.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Tomohiro%20Takeuchi_zpsj0yvrf6c.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/360d58d3-4787-4e86-9a3c-514b709725a2" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Kenji_Akita.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Kenji_Akita.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">"Samurai Spirit" Tomohiro Takeuchi (23-4, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -230) vs. Kenji "Star" Akita (15-3, Underdog: +180)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Samurai Spirit' Tomohiro Takeuchi takes on Kenji 'Star' Akita in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Kenneth Capote is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 09:47) Akita connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 09:37) Takeuchi gets hold of Akita. (Rd 1 - 09:27) Takeuchi looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 09:27) An outside leg trip sweeps Akita down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard! (Rd 1 - 09:10) Takeuchi smothers Akita with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 08:40) Takeuchi attempts to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 08:40) Akita comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Takeuchi in guard. (Rd 1 - 08:10) Akita bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position. (Rd 1 - 08:10) He may regret that choice, as it gives Takeuchi the perfect opportunity to come over the top and get side control. (Rd 1 - 07:52) Takeuchi fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 07:35) Akita tries to move to guard, but Takeuchi doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 07:20) Takeuchi fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 1 - 06:57) Takeuchi keeps Akita guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 06:37) Akita tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 06:18) Takeuchi looks to get a mount. (Rd 1 - 06:18) He can't mount Akita. (Rd 1 - 05:51) Akita tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 05:32) Takeuchi is trying to move from side control to mount. (Rd 1 - 05:32) Akita keeps Takeuchi at side control, not letting the mount happen. (Rd 1 - 05:08) Takeuchi blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 04:56) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 04:56) The lack of progress forces referee Kenneth Capote to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Akita throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Takeuchi gets hold of Akita. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Clinched with Akita, Takeuchi looks to try and take him down. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Takeuchi doesn't get it, Akita blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Using his wrestling skills, Takeuchi is trying to push Akita up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Takeuchi achieves it, pinning Akita to the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Takeuchi presses Akita up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:04) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 02:49) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Takeuchi is keeping Akita pressed up tightly against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:49) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute. (Rd 1 - 01:38) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Kenneth Capote brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Akita confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:27) Akita fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Akita connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Akita lands a jab and then hits Takeuchi with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:32) Akita can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Takeuchi appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Akita took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 00:15) A jab lands from Akita, but the following kick to the body is poor and allows Takeuchi to catch it! (Rd 1 - 00:04) Takeuchi tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:04) With Akita not going down, Takeuchi settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell and round number two begins! (Rd 2 - 09:49) Takeuchi appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Akita took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 09:49) Akita throws a one-two, but Takeuchi was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 09:34) Akita lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 09:22) Takeuchi comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 2 - 09:22) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Akita. (Rd 2 - 09:22) Akita is too slow with his final kick and that allows Takeuchi to catch it! (Rd 2 - 09:15) Seizing his chance, Takeuchi attempts a takedown. (Rd 2 - 09:15) Akita cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 09:09) Takeuchi lies on top of Akita, basically smothering him. (Rd 2 - 08:46) Akita is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Takeuchi off of him. (Rd 2 - 08:13) In guard, Takeuchi is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 07:47) Takeuchi throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think. (Rd 2 - 07:19) Akita pulls Takeuchi in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head. (Rd 2 - 07:04) Takeuchi smothers Akita with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 2 - 06:35) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Kenneth Capote standing them both back up. (Rd 2 - 06:23) Akita looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 2 - 06:23) Akita throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 2 - 06:05) Akita closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 06:05) Akita uses a left jab, but Takeuchi evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 05:45) Takeuchi steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 2 - 05:45) Akita can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 05:36) Takeuchi is able to grab Akita. (Rd 2 - 05:27) Takeuchi is looking to muscle Akita back against the cage. (Rd 2 - 05:27) Takeuchi manages it and controls Akita up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 05:15) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Takeuchi keeps Akita stuck against the cage. (Rd 2 - 05:15) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so. (Rd 2 - 04:27) Takeuchi tries to smother Akita against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Akita confidently comes in closer. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Takeuchi looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Akita simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:59) Akita connects with a jab, but misses with a right body kick. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Takeuchi hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 2 - 03:37) Akita can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Takeuchi steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle. (Rd 2 - 03:13) Akita connects with a jab, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up. (Rd 2 - 03:03) Takeuchi is able to grab Akita. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Takeuchi looks to take Akita down with a trip. (Rd 2 - 02:56) A great inside leg trip sees Akita get thrown to the mat and Takeuchi is left in half guard. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Takeuchi looks to get past the half guard. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Akita tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 02:26) The scramble ends with both fighters standing, facing each other. (Rd 2 - 02:15) Akita is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 02:00) A jab is wide from Akita, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Takeuchi uses a left jab while backing away. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Akita throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Takeuchi may have been aiming to get in close, but Akita aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Akita connects with two left jabs, but Takeuchi evades a big right punch. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Takeuchi, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 2 - 01:09) Akita lands a left jab, but Takeuchi avoids the kick to the body that it set up. (Rd 2 - 00:56) Takeuchi gets hold of Akita without taking too much damage. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Takeuchi tries to wrestle Akita backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Takeuchi doesn't manage it though, Akita defended it well. (Rd 2 - 00:31) With underhooks giving him solid control over Takeuchi, Akita looks for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:31) He hoists Takeuchi up and grounds him with a Greco-Roman slam. (Rd 2 - 00:31) Takeuchi gives up his back off the takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Akita attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 00:14) Takeuchi stops Akita from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 3</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 3 - 10:00) There's the bell and round number three begins! (Rd 3 - 09:49) A jab lands from Akita, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 09:24) Takeuchi aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 3 - 09:24) A jab is wide from Akita, but then he catches Takeuchi with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 09:15) Without taking too much damage, Takeuchi is able to clinch with Akita. (Rd 3 - 09:08) Clinched with Akita, Takeuchi looks to try and take him down. (Rd 3 - 09:08) Takeuchi can't get Akita down to the ground. (Rd 3 - 08:48) Takeuchi is looking to muscle Akita back against the cage. (Rd 3 - 08:48) Takeuchi does it, Akita is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 08:28) Akita, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Takeuchi is exerting. (Rd 3 - 08:28) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next thirty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings. (Rd 3 - 07:45) Takeuchi tries to maintain control, but Akita wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center. (Rd 3 - 07:29) Takeuchi had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 07:29) Akita comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing one of them, and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 07:29) Blood is visible on Takeuchi, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 3 - 06:59) Takeuchi scores with two weak, flicked left hand jabs. (Rd 3 - 06:59) Akita throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 3 - 06:41) Akita throws a wide hook to the body but Takeuchi avoids it. (Rd 3 - 06:17) Takeuchi aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started. (Rd 3 - 06:17) Akita fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 3 - 06:12) Takeuchi is able to grab Akita. (Rd 3 - 06:06) Takeuchi tries to take Akita down. (Rd 3 - 06:06) Takeuchi doesn't get it, Akita blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 3 - 05:54) Takeuchi tries to wrestle Akita backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 05:54) Takeuchi does it, Akita is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 3 - 05:35) Takeuchi shows his grappling ability by trapping Akita up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 05:35) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 3 - 04:33) Takeuchi tries to smother Akita against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 3 - 04:21) For the first time, Takeuchi is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 3 - 04:21) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Akita is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 3 - 04:14) Akita lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Referee Kenneth Capote calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Takeuchi. (Rd 3 - 04:06) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Referee Kenneth Capote signals for the fight to continue! (Rd 3 - 03:53) Akita fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 3 - 03:38) There's a takedown attempt from Takeuchi, who set it up well. (Rd 3 - 03:38) The takedown is completed, Akita is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 3 - 03:29) Takeuchi starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 3 - 03:29) He passes to half guard. (Rd 3 - 02:55) Takeuchi throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 3 - 02:32) Takeuchi tries to pass the half guard. (Rd 3 - 02:32) Akita doesn't let Takeuchi get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Takeuchi begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. (Rd 3 - 01:58) Akita can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Takeuchi gains side control. (Rd 3 - 01:05) Takeuchi tries to apply a crucifix to trap both his opponent's arms. (Rd 3 - 01:05) He can't quite manage to get it on this attempt. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Takeuchi begins trying to get himself into a mount. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Akita was ready for it though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 3 - 00:35) Akita scrambles to his feet, but Takeuchi grabs him from behind. (Rd 3 - 00:21) Controlling Akita from behind, Takeuchi tries to drag him down. (Rd 3 - 00:21) Akita keeps his composure, and Takeuchi cannot get past his takedown defence. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 4</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 4 - 10:00) Round four begins! (Rd 4 - 09:50) Takeuchi looked like he was going to shoot, but Akita simply took the initiative first. (Rd 4 - 09:50) A one-two from Akita fails to land. (Rd 4 - 09:40) Akita is breathing very hard. (Rd 4 - 09:30) Akita throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 4 - 09:23) Takeuchi takes the chance and grabs Akita into a clinch. (Rd 4 - 09:14) Using his wrestling skills, Takeuchi is trying to push Akita up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 09:14) He does so and now has Akita pinned to the cage. (Rd 4 - 08:56) Takeuchi tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Akita uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 4 - 08:40) Akita is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 08:20) Takeuchi pins Akita up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot. (Rd 4 - 08:12) Akita is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free. (Rd 4 - 08:12) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 4 - 07:03) Using tight body-to-body control, Takeuchi is slowly wearing Akita down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him. (Rd 4 - 07:03) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 4 - 06:15) The lack of progress forces the referee to separate the two fighters. (Rd 4 - 06:10) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Takeuchi. (Rd 4 - 06:10) Akita partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Takeuchi has a hold of the other. (Rd 4 - 06:10) With Akita not going down, Takeuchi settles for pushing him up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 05:56) Akita is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Takeuchi has over him. (Rd 4 - 05:56) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 4 - 04:59) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 4 - 04:59) Takeuchi looks for a foot stomp but Akita works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 4 - 04:38) A punch from Akita fails to land. (Rd 4 - 04:33) With a clear opportunity, Takeuchi is able to move in fast and clinch with Akita. (Rd 4 - 04:24) Takeuchi gets a couple of ineffective strikes in, but ultimately loses control of the grapple after being caught off-balance. (Rd 4 - 03:55) Akita has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Takeuchi to the ground. (Rd 4 - 03:55) It doesn't work, Takeuchi defended against it well. (Rd 4 - 03:37) Akita has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Takeuchi to the ground. (Rd 4 - 03:37) It's unsuccessful, Takeuchi maintained a good solid base. (Rd 4 - 03:22) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart. (Rd 4 - 02:59) Takeuchi warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to shoot in. (Rd 4 - 02:59) Akita can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 4 - 02:37) Akita throws a one-two, but Takeuchi was equal to it. (Rd 4 - 02:27) With a clear opportunity, Takeuchi is able to move in fast and clinch with Akita. (Rd 4 - 02:18) Using his wrestling skills, Takeuchi is trying to push Akita up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:18) Akita ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 4 - 02:03) Akita looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion. (Rd 4 - 02:03) Takeuchi keeps Akita up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 01:51) Akita is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 01:39) Takeuchi uses a vicious foot stomp. (Rd 4 - 01:25) Akita is trapped against the cage and Takeuchi punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Takeuchi presses Akita up against the cage. (Rd 4 - 01:07) Thirty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 4 - 00:30) Takeuchi pins Akita up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 4 - 00:16) Takeuchi tries to maintain control, but Akita wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center. (Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 5</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 5 - 10:00) It's the final round and we are back underway! (Rd 5 - 09:55) Akita confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 5 - 09:55) Akita lands a left jab, but Takeuchi avoids a big right. (Rd 5 - 09:38) Takeuchi comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 5 - 09:38) A jab lands from Akita, but Takeuchi evades a big right punch. (Rd 5 - 09:30) Takeuchi is able to grab Akita. (Rd 5 - 09:23) Using his wrestling skills, Takeuchi is trying to push Akita up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 09:23) He does so and now has Akita pinned to the cage. (Rd 5 - 09:04) Takeuchi goes to use some dirty boxing, but Akita is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening. (Rd 5 - 08:47) Takeuchi tries to use some dirty boxing, but Akita uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage. (Rd 5 - 08:29) Takeuchi hits Akita, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 5 - 08:10) Takeuchi exerts total control, keeping Akita smothered against the cage. (Rd 5 - 08:10) The next thirty seconds becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit. (Rd 5 - 07:31) Takeuchi doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 5 - 07:31) Akita is trapped against the cage and Takeuchi punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 5 - 07:19) Takeuchi pins Akita up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 5 - 07:06) Takeuchi, despite being visibly fatigued, manages to get Akita backed up against the cage. (Rd 5 - 07:06) They exchange short punches to the body for about thirty seconds, both of them looking gassed. (Rd 5 - 06:32) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kenneth Capote restarts them back in the center. (Rd 5 - 06:20) Akita hits a left jab and then hits Takeuchi with a straight right. (Rd 5 - 05:59) Akita throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 5 - 05:39) Akita moves in on Takeuchi, preparing to throw. (Rd 5 - 05:39) Akita lands a jab and then catches Takeuchi with a right hook. (Rd 5 - 05:29) Akita looks totally gassed. (Rd 5 - 05:21) Takeuchi, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown. (Rd 5 - 05:21) He has the takedown! Akita pulls guard. (Rd 5 - 05:21) That's his fifth successful takedown from attempts. (Rd 5 - 05:11) Takeuchi smothers Akita with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 5 - 04:40) Takeuchi starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 5 - 04:40) Takeuchi passes to half guard. (Rd 5 - 03:35) Takeuchi attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 5 - 03:35) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 5 - 02:39) Takeuchi punches down at Akita, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 5 - 02:15) Takeuchi looks to get a mount. (Rd 5 - 02:15) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Akita rolled over and gave up his back instead. (Rd 5 - 01:41) Akita is in huge trouble now, as Takeuchi successfully gets both hooks in. (Rd 5 - 01:28) Takeuchi attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. (Rd 5 - 01:28) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Takeuchi has Akita flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! (Rd 5 - 01:07) The winner, by submission; Tomohiro Takeuchi! Official Result: 'Samurai Spirit' Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Kenji 'Star' Akita (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 8:53 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/48f76d47-1cec-4b5a-9a43-2d865fd7ba65" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016%20Results_zpsr456dvzi.jpg?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016%20Results_zpsr456dvzi.jpg?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/35b357ae-31c7-4f41-a18e-22901bec794a" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016%20Prelim%20Results_zps4fbzukv3.jpg?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016%20Prelim%20Results_zps4fbzukv3.jpg?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a> Attendance: 2,045 Gate Reciepts: $293,457 Sponsorship: $57,668 Pay-Per-View: $170,453 Merchandise: $7,343 Fighter Pay: $215,329 (Highest Paid: Philip Ziskie, $69,456 Drug Testing: $19,142 Production: $127,568 Profit: $166,882 Critical Rating: 76% Commercial Rating: 53% Fight of the Night: Rafael Tavares vs. Sammy Gaffigan KO of the Night: Yagi Jokichi (vs. Yoshiro Makamori) Submission of the Night: Tomohiro Takeuchi (vs. Kenji Akita) Performance Bonus: Rafael Tavares vs. Sammy Gaffigan Fallout - Hans Christian Bloch is asked who he'd like to fight next, and answers that he thinks that a fight against Nuno Valentino would be a great contest. - Yagi Jokichi is asked who he'd like to fight next, he says he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Anthony Ray Shenkman would be a particularly good contest. - Foggy Lee is asked who he'd like to fight next, and answers that he thinks a fight against Krzysztof Bujnicki would be a great contest. - Nuno Valentino is asked who he'd like to fight next, and says that he'll fight whoevers put in front of him, but he thinks Ned Butterfield would be a particularly good contest. - Philip Ziskie is asked who he'd like to fight next, and answers that Lamont Banner would be someone he'd like to compete against. - The CTC annouce that Beau LuPone has been cut from the roster following three consecutive losses. He leaves the CTC with a promotional record 0-3, including a second round submission loss to Foggy Lee at CTC Sunday Night Fights 4, a second round TKO loss to Roger Bean at Canadian Tournament Combat 21, and a second round knock out loss to Azor Portela Nunes at CTC Sunday Night Fights 16.

CageRage · May 27, 2020

<div style="text-align:center;">CTC Featherweight Rankings</div>

#25. Freddy "The Ax" Lomax (9-0)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/8a0e5ca9-525d-4ae1-9c69-f5a4780b542b" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Freddy%20Lomax_zpsr2ncprb5.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Freddy%20Lomax_zpsr2ncprb5.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Freddy Lomax is a versatile fighter, who is competent at nearly every aspect of MMA. However, while he is good at everything, he is not great at anything, and that flaw may be exposed against top class opposition.

CTC Record: 2-0

CTC Results:

1. Freddy Lomax defeats Guilherme de Barros by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:34 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 4 (April 2002)

2. Freddy Lomax defeats Ilya Fedorov by Submission (Kimura) in 2:15 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 31 (November 2002)

#24. Ward "Dizzy" Maloprop (8-1)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/819a370f-19b7-4e70-996b-fc7b44d0b399" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Ward%20Maloprop_zpsz0ui4cnl.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Ward%20Maloprop_zpsz0ui4cnl.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Ward Maloprop is a good amateur boxer, whose lightning fast hands are still his main weapons, but he does have enough wrestling now to keep himself out of trouble most of the time.

CTC Record: 7-1

CTC Results:

1. Ward Maloprop defeats Stewart Point by TKO (Strikes) in 3:18 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 4 (April 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Sunday Night Fights 4 Featherweight Tournament

2. Ward Maloprop defeats Olly Whiskerton by Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 4 (April 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the Sunday Night Fights 4 Featherweight Tournament

3. Ward Maloprop defeats Benny Dukes by Unanimous Decisiion in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Average) CTC Sunday Night Fights 4 (April 2002)

This was the Final of the Sunday Night Fights 4 Featherweight Tournament

4. Ward Maloprop defeats Wallace Everett by TKO (Strikes) in 4:07 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 18 (July 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Season 2 Featherweight Tournament

5. Ward Maloprop defeats Chauncey Morin by Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 25 (September 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the Season 2 Featherweight Tournament

6. Ward Maloprop defeats Easton Frye by TKO (Strikes) in 7:00 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 29 (October 2002)

This was the Final of the Season 2 Featherweight Tournament

7. Lamont Banner defeats Ward Maloprop by TKO (Strikes) in 4:39 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 37 (December 2002)

This was a CTC Featherweight Title Fight

8. Ward Maloprop defeats Mark Lee by TKO (Strikes) in 0:42 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 45 (March 2003)

#23. Colm "The Celtic Warrior" Dee (16-5-1NC)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/2b4065bc-38d4-4e23-8c8c-8b217af39d38" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Colm%20Dee_zpshgmjw6c7.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Colm%20Dee_zpshgmjw6c7.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Colm Dee is a former boxer, and is a fan favorite because of his guts and glory approach to MMA. His ground game is definately a weakness, but he's developed a great sprawl to defend himself.

CTC Record: 0-0-1NC

CTC Results:

1. Colm Dee vs. Jason Dalglish ruled a No Contest After Dalglish failed his post-fight Drug Test. (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 30 (November 2002)

#22. "The Banker" Frank Romita (14-5)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/0e3001a4-8145-4389-ac80-598482b7b390" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Frank_Romita.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Frank_Romita.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Frank Romita is one of the most powerful men at Featherweight, a hard-hitting wrestler, who likes to throw his opponent to the ground, and turn out their lights with brutal ground and pound.

CTC Record: 1-3

CTC Results:

1. Anthony Ray Shenkman defeats Frank Romita by Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) CTC Sunday Night Fights 4 (April 2002)

2. Frank Romita defeats Anthony Ray Shenkman by TKO (Strikes) in 1:04 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 18 (July 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Featherweight Championship Tournament

3. Philip Ziskie defeats Frank Romita by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:27 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 25 (September 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the Featherweight Championship Tournament

4. Foggy Lee defeats Frank Romita by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:20 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

#21. Yoshiro Makamori (12-4)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/83117a97-7484-42aa-9bb3-8df3067a9198" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Yoshiro%20Makamori_zpsamuuzmnb.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Yoshiro%20Makamori_zpsamuuzmnb.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Yoshiro Makamori is an excellent submission grappler, who has also developed good boxing skills to give himself some versatility.

CTC Record: 0-1

CTC Results:

1. Yagi Jokichi defeats Yoshiro Makamori by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:57 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

#20. Anthony Ray Shenkman (20-7)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/3296b076-b6f1-4421-abbb-5efd8d3d6f78" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Anthony%20Ray%20Shenkman_zpsuiqfdu7i.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Anthony%20Ray%20Shenkman_zpsuiqfdu7i.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Anthony Ray Shenkman is a talented amateur wrestler, who has found that his closed-quarters-in-your-face style is difficult for opponents to deal with. He has become known to his critics as the "Decision Dog" because he grinds out victories on the judges scorecards.

CTC Record: 1-2

CTC Results:

1. Anthony Ray Shenkman defeats Frank Romita by Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) CTC Sunday Night Fights 4 (April 2002)

2. Frank Romita defeats Anthony Ray Shenkman by TKO (Strikes) in 1:04 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 18 (July 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Featherweight Championship Tournament

3. Manish Khan defeats Anthony Ray Shenkman by Knock Out (Punch) in 7:48 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

#19. Rafael "Slick" Tavares (18-6)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/9020b141-2b6f-4f5c-b932-6b7f0222fa9f" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Rafael_Tavares.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Rafael_Tavares.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Rafael Tavares is a well-rounded competitor, who mixes very good BJJ skills, with a striking game that is hard to deal with due to his speed and skill.

CTC Record: 2-2

CTC Results:

1. Chauncey Morin defeats Rafael Tavares by Knock Out (Punch) in 6:20 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 4 (April 2002)

2. Rafael Tavares defeats Ned Butterfield by Submission (Armbar) in 9:24 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 18 (July 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Season 2 Featherweight Tournament

3. Easton Frye defeats Rafael Tavares by Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 25 (Septebmer 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the Season 2 Featherweight Tournament

4. Rafael Tavares defeats Sammy Gaffigan by TKO (Strikes) in 2:13 of Round 3 (Rated: Fantastic) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

#18. Sammy "The Stealth Shark" Gaffigan (16-6)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/9ac59678-fbd6-43cc-8774-36669cd40563" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Sammy%20Gaffigan_zps2uy76tao.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Sammy%20Gaffigan_zps2uy76tao.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Sammy Gaffigan started as a kickboxer, but a trip around the Far East in his youth led to him picking up parts of many martial disciplines, and merging them into his own fighting style, that revolves around staying calm, and using percision strikes to cause maximum damage.

CTC Record: 1-3

CTC Results:

1. Philip Ziskie defeats Sammy Gaffigan by TKO (Strikes) in 5:45 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 4 (April 2002)

2. Sammy Gaffigan defeats Harvey Ripa by TKO (Strikes) in 3:12 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 18 (July 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Featherweight Championship Tournament

3. Lamont Banner defeats Sammy Gaffigan by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:51 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 25 (September 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the Featherweight Championship Tournament

4. Rafael Tavares defeats Sammy Gaffigan by TKO (Strikes) in 2:13 of Round 3 (Rated: Fantastic) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

#17. "The Peragon of Virtue" Fernando Peragon (13-4)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/3b790fcb-099e-4051-8fbc-dfbfa380ad9e" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Fernando_Peragon.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Fernando_Peragon.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Fernando Peragon is a wild man, with a brawling style that has endeared him to the fans, and revolves around him loading up his big right hand and going headhunting.

CTC Record: 0-1

CTC Results:

1. Luiz Machado defeats Fernando Peragon by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:18 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

#16. "The Miniature Killer" Jason Dalglish (22-6-1NC)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/0b93d1e6-b529-4633-abd5-bfc828f4a481" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Jason%20Dalglish_zpsde0qur4v.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Jason%20Dalglish_zpsde0qur4v.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Jason Dalglish is not someone to take lightly, a strong Jiu-Jitsu background gives him submission skills that can end a match in an instant. He is currently serving a year long suspension for testing positive for performance enhancing drugs.

CTC Record: 0-0-1NC

CTC Results:

1. Jason Dalglish vs. Colm Dee Declared a No Contest when Dalglish Tests Positive for PEDs (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 30 (November 2002)

#15. Nuno "The Idol" Valentino (11-0)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/f5ec1aae-3461-44cd-9753-8b61cb397d9c" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Nuno%20Valentino_zpshobnt0rz.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Nuno%20Valentino_zpshobnt0rz.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Nuno Valentino is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and something of a prodigy when it comes to the ground game. If he can build up his striking to be anywhere near as good, he will be a major threat.

CTC Record: 4-0

CTC Result:

1. Nuno Valentino defeats Shuler Eigenberg by Submission (Kneebar) in 4:42 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 24 (Septebmer 2002)

2. Nuno Valentino defeats Benny Dukes by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:16 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight Tournament

3. Nuno Valentino defeats Chan Siu-wei by Submission (Triangle) in 3:10 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

This was a Semi-Final in the Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight Tournament

4. Nuno Valentino defeats Swithens Corcoran by Submission (Kneebar) in 1:35 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

This was the Final of the Sunday Night Fights 16 Featherweight Tournament

#14. Alejandro "Lobo" Laguera (10-0)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/369926c9-682b-4c3b-8714-d887ba32d225" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Alejandro_Laguera.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Alejandro_Laguera.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Alejandro Laguera is one of the best punchers at Featherweight, mixing truly vicious power, with excellent technique acquired in his teenage years boxing.

CTC Record: 3-0

CTC Results:

1. Alejandro Laguera defeats Krzysztof Bujnicki by TKO (Strikes) in 2:54 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 4 (April 2002)

2. Alejandro Laguera defeats Tyler Aidi by TKO (Strikes) in 2:09 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 21 (August 2002)

3. Alejandro Laguera defeats Chan Wan Wah by TKO (Strikes) in 6:12 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

#13. David James Diggle (12-1)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/1048fa32-9d18-4a79-9e9c-72a29fc04f9f" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="David_James_Diggle.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/David_James_Diggle.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

David James Diggle is a Muay Thai fighter, who is noted for his ability to obliterate people from the clinch with elbows and knees. He has been recovering from a Torn Quad for a year, and will be out another three months and change.

CTC Record: 0-1

CTC Results:

1. Luiz Machado defeats David James Diggle by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:23 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 4 (April 2002)

#12. Francesco Marazzina (24-10)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/938ed1a4-aa8c-40ee-8176-9ef89922adc7" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Francesco_Marazzina.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Francesco_Marazzina.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Francesco Marazzina is a highly skilled Judo player, and uses that as the basis for his MMA style. He is noted for the quality of his guillotine choke, and also his fantastic ability to sweep opponents from the guard.

CTC Record: 1-0

CTC Results:

1. Francesco Marazzina defeats Harvey Ripa by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:21 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

#11. Kenji "Star" Akita (15-4)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/360d58d3-4787-4e86-9a3c-514b709725a2" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Kenji_Akita.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Kenji_Akita.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Kenji Akita is a former amateur wrestling stand-out whose fine grappling and excellent shot have helped him become one of Japan's more successful Featherweights.

CTC Record: 0-1

CTC Results:

1. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Kenji Akita by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 8:53 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) CTC Sunday Night Fights 6 (April 2003)

#10. Yagi Jokichi (14-0)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/de32bd98-383b-4a93-88b9-aaf7128464da" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Yagi%20Jokichi_zpsjcj5hygm.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Yagi%20Jokichi_zpsjcj5hygm.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Yagi Jokichi is considered among the elite in karate circles, and is a master of defensive fighting, and picking apart opponents with counter-striking.

CTC Record: 1-0

CTC Results:

1. Yagi Jokichi defeats Yoshiro Makamori by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:57 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

#9. "Ice Cold" Lars Bohlin (52-9)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/3b1cbf81-6560-4719-9fdd-f39bd20684ad" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Lars_Bohlin.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Lars_Bohlin.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Lars Bohlin has found success by getting up close and personal, and grinding out victories with his wrestling ability. A master of dirty boxing, Lars was one of the first to combine it with "Wall and Stall" tactics to create a way to wear down opponents.

CTC Record: 0-2

CTC Results:

1. Philip Ziskie defeats Lars Bohlin by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:11 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 19 (August 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Featherweight Championship Tournament

2. Masahiro Maeno defeats Lars Bohlin by Submission (Guillotine) in 3:54 of Round 1 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 34 (December 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the 2002 Winter Series Featherweight Tournament

#8. Luiz "The Tarantula" Machado (27-7)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/fec86a56-e3f1-4ea3-9d36-2bbf12241d0b" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Luiz%20Machado_zpsxv7h0t2e.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Luiz%20Machado_zpsxv7h0t2e.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Luiz Machado is a dedicated BJJ student, who has excellent submission skills, and is well known for his ability to work off his back.

CTC Record: 2-1

CTC Results:

1. Luiz Machado defeats David James Diggle by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:23 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 4 (April 2002)

2. Lamont Banner defeats Luiz Machado by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:44 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 18 (July 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Featherweight Championship Tournament

3. Luiz Machado defeats Fernando Peragon by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:18 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

#7. Snorri Gunnarsson (27-7-1NC)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/5d0e989b-d428-4c73-b7ec-3e0b1e97b915" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Snorri%20Gunnarsson_zpstdgitcfj.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Snorri%20Gunnarsson_zpstdgitcfj.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Snorri Gunnarsson is a high level grappler, who likes to punish people from the clinch or take them down and pound them into defeat with punches and elbows.

CTC Record: 1-1

CTC Results:

1. Snorri Gunnarsson defeats Tomohiro Takeuchi by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 5:51 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 24 (September 2002)

2. Li-Kong Ho defeats Snorri Gunnarsson by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:20 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 34 (December 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the 2002 Winter Series Featherweight Tournament

#6. "Kid Britain" Manish Khan (14-4)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/04c777ba-0b4d-400b-a8e6-d70114f658b9" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Manish_Khan.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Manish_Khan.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Manish Khan excelled in Britain's amateur boxing ranks. He has fast hands, and good head movement, and employs an elusive counter-punching style.

CTC Record: 1-0

CTC Results:

1. Manish Khan defeats Anthony Ray Shenkman by Knock Out (Punch) in 7:48 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

#5. Masahiro Maeno (23-7)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/320b1c78-6040-4cc3-a704-181e4ae0bacc" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Masahiro%20Maeno_zpsrankjfi5.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Masahiro%20Maeno_zpsrankjfi5.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Masahiro Maeno is a submission fighter, who makes up for his small size, with incredible tenacity and fine technical skills on the ground. His trademark is leglocks, especially from scrambles, and so opponents have to be constantly aware.

CTC Record: 1-1

CTC Results:

1. Masahiro Maeno defeats Lars Bohlin by Submission (Guillotine) in 3:54 of Round 1 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 34 (December 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the 2002 Winter Series Featherweight Tournament

2. Li-Kong Ho defeats Masahiro Maeno by Submission (Armbar) in 5:19 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 39 (January 2003)

This was the Final of the 2002 Winter Series Featherweight Tournament

#4. "Samurai Spirit" Tomohiro Takeuchi (24-4)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/c113c4d1-53ae-4b68-be87-b959bb9b7dd3" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Tomohiro%20Takeuchi_zpsj0yvrf6c.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Tomohiro%20Takeuchi_zpsj0yvrf6c.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Tomohiro Takeuchi is a fearsome wrestler, who has the ability to shut down just about any opponent with suffocating grappling. His style isn't very entertaining, but there's no denying it has been successful.

CTC Record: 1-1

CTC Results:

1. Snorri Gunnarsson defeats Tomohiro Takeuchi by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 5:51 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 24 (September 2002)

2. Tomohiro Takeuchi defeats Kenji Akita by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 8:53 of Round 5 (Rated: Decent) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

#3. Philip "Kid" Ziskie (26-3-1)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/e585b5e6-503e-49c0-9853-3a79e3cbd8e4" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Philip%20Ziskie_zpss28oy4c3.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Philip%20Ziskie_zpss28oy4c3.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Philip Ziskie is among the best Featherweights in the world, and has found great success through his combination of high-intensity striking, solid freestyle wrestling, and a devastating left hand.

CTC Record: 4-1

CTC Results:

1. Philip Ziskie defeats Sammy Gaffigan by TKO (Strikes) in 5:45 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 4 (April 2002)

2. Philip Ziskie defeats Lars Bohlin by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:11 of Round 2 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 19 (August 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Featherweight Championship Tournament

3. Philip Ziskie defeats Frank Romita by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:27 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 25 (September 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the Featherweight Championship Tournament

4. Lamont Banner defeats Philip Ziskie by TKO (Strikes) in 4:19 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 29 (October 2002)

This was a CTC Featherweight Title Fight

5. Philip Ziskie defeats Easton Frye by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:46 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 16 (April 2003)

#2. "Little Dragon" Li-Kong Ho (25-3)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/33783fc9-21b4-4049-a06c-23fcab05e063" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Li_Kong_Ho(1).gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Li_Kong_Ho(1).gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Li-Kong Ho is a simply astonishing submission wrestler, who pulls out holds most fighters don't even know, let alone use in competitive fights.

CTC Record: 2-1

CTC Results:

1. Li-Kong Ho defeats Snorri Gunnarsson by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:20 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 34 (December 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the 2002 Winter Series Featherweight Tournament

2. Li-Kong Ho defeats Masahiro Maeno by Submission (Armbar) in 5:19 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournamet Combat 39 (January 2003)

This was the Final of the 2002 Winter Series Featherweight Tournament

3. Lamont Banner defeats Li-Kong Ho by TKO in 4:19 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 46 (March 2003)

This was a CTC Featherweight Title Fight

#1. "Lightning" Lamont Banner (15-0, CTC Featherweight Champion)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/d607f8ad-78cb-4de4-a6fc-25a07ec3ff64" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Lamont%20Banner_zpss0ocxyzm.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Events/000%20Season%203/CTC%20Sunday%20Night%20Fights%2016/.highres/Lamont%20Banner_zpss0ocxyzm.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Lamont Banner is the son of boxing champion Douglas Banner Jr, and is one of the few MMA fighters with a truly world class boxing game at his disposal. Coupled with heavy cross-training in wrestling, this makes him quite a handful.

CTC Record: 6-0

CTC Results:

1. Lamont Banner defeats Shuler Eigenberg by TKO in 3:26 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 4 (April 2002)

2. Lamont Banner defeats Luiz Machado by Knock Out (Punch) in 0:44 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 18 (July 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Featherweight Championship Tournament

3. Lamont Banner defeats Sammy Gaffigan by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:51 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 25 (September 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the Featherweight Championship Tournament

4. Lamont Banner defeats Philip Ziskie by TKO (Strikes) in 4:19 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 29 (October 2002)

This was a CTC Featherweight Title Fight

5. Lamont Banner defeats Ward Maloprop by TKO (Strikes) in 4:39 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 37 (December 2002)

This was a CTC Featherweight Title Fight

6. Lamont Banner defeats Li-Kong Ho by TKO in 4:19 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 46 (March 2003)

This was a CTC Featherweight Title Fight

Unranked Fighters

Azor Portela Nunes (25-8, 1-2 CTC)

Benny Dukes (3-2, 2-2 CTC)

Benoit LeMarche (3-1, 1-1 CTC)

Boone Desjardins (0-1, 0-1 CTC)

Buck Graham (2-2, 0-2 CTC)

Chan Siu-wei (2-2, 2-2 CTC)

Chan Wan Wah (9-3, 0-1 CTC)

Chauncey Morin (3-1, 3-1 CTC)

Clint Royle (3-2, 1-2 CTC)

Dareau St. Pierre (3-0, 3-0 CTC)

Davet Cloutier (1-0, 1-0 CTC)

Deston Grenier (1-1, 1-1 CTC)

Easton Frye (18-9, 2-2 CTC)

Etienne Mercier (2-0, 2-0 CTC)

Foggy Lee (12-4, 2-1 CTC)

Garron Leroy (1-0, 1-0 CTC)

Gerrit Dudok (9-3, 0-2 CTC)

Guilherme de Barros (8-2, 0-2 CTC)

Hans Christian Bloch (9-1, 2-0 CTC)

Harvey Ripa (13-0, 1-2 CTC)

Heiko Pander (8-2, 2-0 CTC)

Hisamitsu Sasaki (8-3, 0-1 CTC)

Ilya Fedorov (8-1, 1-1 CTC)

Ivan Bokhour (9-3, 1-1 CTC)

Jackson Gray (21-14, 0-1 CTC)

Jason Caulfield (1-1, 1-1 CTC)

Jay Dorridge (11-2, 2-0 CTC)

Jefferson Mndawe (7-0, 0-0 CTC)

Kodaira Mikio (1-1, 1-1 CTC)

Krzysztof Bujnicki (9-2, 1-2 CTC)

Lei Niu (2-2, 0-2 CTC)

Louie Sullivan (7-2, 0-2 CTC)

Lucky Lyman (9-4, 0-2 CTC)

Marco Bernacci (9-3, 1-0 CTC)

Mark Lee (5-1, 2-1 CTC)

Marvin Crews (2-1, 1-1 CTC)

Montgomery Morin (1-1, 1-1 CTC)

Ned Butterfield (11-2, 1-1 CTC)

Neil Townsend (0-1, 0-1 CTC)

Olly Whiskerton (4-1, 3-1 CTC)

Perceval Martel (1-1, 1-1 CTC)

Randall Rogers (0-2, 0-2 CTC)

Raymundo Leblanc (1-1, 1-1 CTC)

Richie Stiller (7-5, 1-2 CTC)

Roger Bean (9-2, 1-2 CTC)

Ronaldo Freitas (5-1, 1-1 CTC)

Rust Durand (1-1, 1-1 CTC)

Rust Turner (0-2, 0-2 CTC)

Ryan Tsay (2-0, 2-0 CTC)

Sargent Demers (1-1, 1-1 CTC)

Sargent Roy (0-2, 0-2 CTC)

Seignour Bailey (1-1, 1-1 CTC)

Sinthaweechai Miprathang (6-2, 0-1 CTC)

Stewart Point (2-2, 1-2 CTC)

Swithens Corcoran (9-1, 2-1 CTC)

Tyler Aidi (11-1, 3-1 CTC)

Wallace Everett (11-3, 1-1 CTC)

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/f67617c5-b24b-4e81-add1-9dc5c0ca36b1" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="FW_Rankings.png?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/FW_Rankings.png?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

CageRage · May 27, 2020

<div style="text-align:center;">CTC: Way of the Warrior, Season 2, Episode 5</div>

<div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/f8706387-6a71-4739-aa4b-5520e2b179dc" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Christopher_Sharp.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Christopher_Sharp.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/53abc9d7-5d0d-41d8-af32-aa6e592a224f" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Giovanni%20de%20Matosb_zps34xtip7a.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Way%20of%20the%20Warrior/Season%202/.highres/Giovanni%20de%20Matosb_zps34xtip7a.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Christopher "The Knife" Sharp (Team John) vs. Giovanni de Matos (Team Watson)</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Qualifier Bout: Christopher Sharp defeats Giovanni de Matos by Submission</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Some Brilliantly entertaining sections with the cast.</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Out of all of the cast Rogerio Votta was the most entertaining.</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Fight Rating: Great, Episode Rating: Fantastic</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Advancing To Quarter-Finals: Manny Van Post (Team Watson), Antonio Santos (Team John), Schalk Rhodes (Team Watson), Mathieu Aumont (Team Watson), Christopher Sharp (Team John)</div>

CageRage · May 27, 2020

<div style="text-align:center;">CTC: Way of the Warrior, Season 2, Episode 6</div>

<div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/efc82090-8a35-463e-bfa4-14a47c3dbf3d" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Rogerio%20Vottab_zpsr3tie7ta.jpg?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Way%20of%20the%20Warrior/Season%202/.highres/Rogerio%20Vottab_zpsr3tie7ta.jpg?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/7f22b13c-d95d-4ad5-bc30-724690d86234" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Fletcher_Merman.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Fletcher_Merman.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Rogerio Votta (Team John) vs. Fletcher "The Drummer" Merman (Team Watson)</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Qualifier Bout: Fletcher Merman defeats Rogerio Votta by Unanimous Decision</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">There were brilliantly entertaining castmate interactions.</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">The focus was on Fletcher Merman, who really shines in the spotlight.</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">The episode also showed Christopher Sharp, and Marlon John developing a friendship.</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Fight Rating: Great, Episode Rating: Fantastic</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Advancing To Quarter-Finals: Manny Van Post (Team Watson), Antonio Santos (Team John), Schalk Rhodes (Team Watson)

Mathieu Aumont (Team Watson), Christopher Sharp (Team John), Fletcher Merman (Team Watson).</div>

CageRage · May 31, 2020

<a href="

https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/3e5da345-b6d9-4d91-8b1e-d3c2f02c0a40" target="_blank">

</a>

Canadian Tournament Combat 47

Friday, Week 3, April 2003

MAIN EVENT

CTC Season 3 Heavyweight Tournament Final Bout: "The Big Bad" Hassan Fezzik (31-2, 2-0 CTC, Favorite: -400) vs. "The African Dream" Souleymane Ya Konan (15-3, 3-0 CTC, Underdog: +300)

Hassan Fezzik is an MMA legend, and former ALPHA-1 Heavyweight kingpin. He is just one step away from a shot at Hanif Hussain's CTC Heavyweight Title. He has only been defeated twice, a flash knock out by Terron Cabal, which he swiftly revenged in his next fight, and a submission loss to Armen Sarkisian in his last fight for ALPHA-1. Nonetheless he has come into CTC like a freight train, and dominated this tournament thusfar, with first round submission victories over Tim Boyer in the Quarter-Finals, and Chuck Dooley in the Semi-Finals. Souleymane Ya Konan is an intimidating sight to have across the cage from you, and when he starts punching you in the face it gets even more intimidating. He has had a dominant run in CTC since coming over from SIGMA, with a Unanimous Decision over Khru Duangjan in his debut, and victories over Gyokusho Fujimoto by first round TKO in the Quarter-Finals, and over Nate MacReary by first round knock out in the Semi-Finals to advance to the Final of the tournament.

CO-MAIN EVENT

CTC Super Heavyweight Title Bout: Matas "The Beard" Fialkowska © (8-0, 5-0 CTC, Underdog: -110) vs. "Texas" Teddy Glossop (9-1, 2-0 CTC, Favorite: -130)

Matas Fialkowska is a fearsomely powerful striker, and a dominant force in this division since it's inception. He bashed his way through the Season 2 Super Heavyweight Tournament, with swift, dominating victories over Joe Snettisham, Hans Gorner, and Zydrunas Sigauskas, and his title match against Den Bickersteth certainly didn't disappoint. A five round war, where Fialkowska survived Bickersteth's awesome power just as often as he unleashed his own, that finally ended when Fialkowska knocked out Bickersteth at 6:48 of Round 5, claiming the title for his own in one of the best title fights in CTC history (Yeah, the whole year and 4 months of it:P). Teddy Glossop is a good old fashioned Texas brawler, who isn't happy unless he's punching someone in the face. He dominated his way through the 2002 Winter Series Super Heavyweight Tournament, which he was put into straight after coming over from GAMMA, with a first round TKO victory over Irwin Middleton in the Semi-Finals, and a first round knock out of Marty Sinnar in the Finals to earn his title shot.

MAIN CARD

CTC Season 3 Womens Flyweight Tournament Final: Jessica "Angel Eyes" Herbig (10-0, 3-0 CTC, Underdog: +100) vs. "Stunning" Steph Smith (12-1, 5-1 CTC, Favorite: -110)

Jessica Herbig is a wrestler by trade, but has added some decent submission skills to her arsenal as well, giving her an enviable base in control, and finishing ability. She surprised a lot of people when she earned herself a first round knock out victory over Daniela Sadorra in the Quarter-Finals of the tournament, before engaging in a three round war with Karen Curtis in the Semi-Finals that ended with a submission victory for Herbig. Steph Smith has been a huge player in this division from the start of the CTC, winning the Season 1 Womens Flyweight Tournament. The only loss on her resume is a second round submission loss to Sandy Oliver in her title challenge. Smith is the only fighter in Oliver's CTC career to take her to a second round. She has since bounced back, and is on the verge perhaps of winning another tournament, to gain her rematch against Oliver. She earned first round submission victories over Andrea Jones in the Quarter-Finals, and Honey Due in the Semi-Finals.

CTC Season 3 Lightweight Tournament Final: Benny "The Jet" Danare (14-4, 3-1 CTC, Favorite: -250) vs. "Mr. T" Tim Oldacres (13-0, 3-0 CTC, Underdog: +190)

Benny Danare is a submission expert, and high level BJJ student, known for his extensive use of the rubber guard. He has only lost once in the CTC, to Bruce Steven in the Semi-Finals of the Lightweight Championship Tournament. He has bounced back from that defeat with first round submission victories over Darren Southall in the Quarter-Finals, and Chakrit Mamanee in the Semi-Finals to get to the Finals of this tournament. Tim Oldacres was originally a kickboxer, but has cross-trained in many other disciplines, and has a good base of MMA skills. He brings an undefeated record into this fight that includes three victories in the BCF, and a first round TKO victory over veteran Bruce Steven in his CTC debut. He knocked out Chad Zoff in the second round in the Quarter-Finals, and then earned a first round TKO victory over Bosco Curbeam in the Semi-Finals.

Womens Featherweight Bout: "The Sniper" Piper Evergood (9-4, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -640) vs. Maricel Punya (5-2, 2-2 CTC, Underdog: +510)

Piper Evergood is a dangerous competitor, whose biggest weapon is her big overhand left, which has massive power and can KO most opponents. Evergood is coming off back to back losses to the cream of the crop of the division, losing by first round submission to Hope Lehane in the Semi-Finals of the Womens Featherweight Championship Tourament, and by first round knock out to Hanako Shimizu in the Semi-Finals of the 2002 Winter Series Womens Featherweight Tournament, and will be looking for a win here to get her career back on the rails. Maricel Punya is a kickboxer, and has quick hands and feet, and likes to overwhelm opponents with the sheer number of strikes she can throw in a round. She has been inconsitent in her CTC career, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Anna Thompson in the Quarter-Finals of the Season 3 Womens Featherweight Tournament.

PRELIMINARY CARD

Heavyweight Bout: "The Big Scot" Moray McWhirter (4-1, 3-1 CTC, Underdog: +300) vs. "Boom Boom" Guy Broom (8-2, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -380)

Moray McWhirter is a well rounded fighter, who is just as happy standing and banging, as he is grappling. He is physically powerful, and blessed with a great chin. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Aljur Paras in his last fight, after which he made the call for this fight. Guy Broom is a wrestler, who uses his size as his big weapon. He got the nickname "Boom Boom" because of the big bombs he likes to rain down on opponents from up top. He is coming off back to back losses to Hanif Hussain, and John Draper, and could find his way right out of the company if he can't beat McWhirter tonight.

Womens Bantamweight Bout: Carmen "Snap Dragon" Routhwaite (7-1, Favorite: -380) vs. Kaoru Nanami (7-5, Underdog: +300)

Carmen Routhwaite is a kickboxer, whose strikes are crisp, and precise, particularly her head kicks, but is sorely lacking in other areas of MMA, and will need to improve. She is coming off a second round TKO victory over Setsuko Henmi in WEFF. Kaoru Nanami is a brawler, whose entire style revolves around her powerful punches and trying to land one. She is coming off a third round knock out loss to Jennie Gill in WEFF.

Middleweight Bout: Jaromir Grygera (21-7, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -590) vs. "Mr. Awesome" Carl Ratcliffe (26-8, Underdog: +470)

Jaromir Grygera is a rugged wrestler, possessing a potent ground and pound game. He is known to be one of the hardest Middleweights around to finish. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Thomas Smith in the Semi-Finals of the 2002 Winter Series Middleweight Tournament. This will be Carl Ratcliffe's CTC debut after being cut from the GAMMA roster. Ratcliffe is a Muay Thai specialist, who has the confidence to stand and trade with anyone in the sport, but is always let down by his shoddy ground game. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Henry Farrell in his last fight.

Lightweight Bout: "Mr. Intensity" Bruce Steven (22-11, 2-2 CTC, Favorite: -420) vs. "The Blonde Bomber" Nicholas Bretton (15-8, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +330)

Bruce Steven is a talented submission artist, who has always been one of the most dangerous Lightweights when the fight goes to the ground, unfortunately his glass jaw, and sloppy striking have been well-known weaknesses. He is coming off back to back losses, losing in just 56 seconds to Manoel Cabral in the first ever CTC Lightweight Title fight, and then losing by first round TKO to Tim Oldacres in his last fight. Nicholas Bretton is a submission fighter, and loves to use armbars as his finisher of choice. He has decent technical striking, but lacks the power to truly threaten on the feet. He is coming off a third round submission victory over H.M. Menzel in his last fight.

Bantamweight Bout: Ryozo Ozawa (7-0, Favorite: -530) vs. Ronnarit Mamanee (14-3, Underdog: +420)

Ryozo Ozawa was initially from a Jiu-Jitsu background, but has added some solid striking skills to his game over time. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Kawin Kayem in KDM FC. Ronnarit Mamanee is a Taekwondo fighter, who is a decent enough striking, but his poor grappling, and ground game sometimes let him down. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Kanji Togo in KDM FC.

Womens Flyweight Bout: Tsukiyama Baisotei (10-4, Underdog: +310) vs. Hoshi Kogo (7-3, Favorite: -400)

Tsukiyama Baisotei is a kickboxer, who has a very solid striking game at her disposal, but is unable to compete on the ground, or in grapples. She is coming off a first round submission loss to Manami Ken in WEFF. Hoshi Kogo is a little ball of energy, a pitbull like wrestler who simply keeps coming after opponents in relentless fashion. She lacks the power or submission threat to finish opponents however. She is coming off a first round knock out victory over Tanya Duke in her last fight.

Weigh-In Results

Hassan Fezzik (234 lbs) vs. Souleymane Ya Konan (242 lbs)

Matas Fialkowska (270 lbs) vs. Teddy Glossop (270 lbs)

Jessica Herbig (125 lbs) vs. Steph Smith (125 lbs)

Benny Danare (155 lbs) vs. Time Oldacres (155 lbs)

Piper Evergood (145 lbs) vs. Maricel Punya (145 lbs)

Moray McWhirter (265 lbs) vs. Guy Broom (265 lbs)

Carmen Routhwaite (135 lbs) vs. Kaoru Nanami (135 lbs)

Jaromir Grygera (185 lbs) vs. Carl Ratcliffe (185 lbs)

Bruce Steven (155 lbs) vs. Nicolas Bretton (155 lbs)

Ryozo Ozawa (135 lbs) vs. Ronnarit Mamanee (135 lbs)

Tsukiyama Baisotei (125 lbs) vs. Hoshi Kogo (125 lbs)

TOURNAMENT BRACKETS

Canadian Tournament Combat 47 Full Fight Card

HW Final: Hassan Fezzik vs. Soueymane Ya Konan

SHW Title: Matas Fialkowska © vs. Teddy Glossop

WFLW Final: Jessica Herbig vs. Steph Smith

LW Final: Benny Danare vs. Tim Oldacres

WFW: Piper Evergood vs. Maricel Punya

HW: Moray McWhirter vs. Guy Broom

WBW: Carmen Routhwaite vs. Kaoru Nanami

MW: Jaromir Grygera vs. Carl Ratcliffe

LW: Bruce Steven vs. Nicholas Bretton

BW: Ryozo Ozawa vs. Ronnarit Mamanee

WFLW: Tsukiyama Baisotei vs. Hoshi Kogo

CageRage · June 1, 2020

<a href="

https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/3e5da345-b6d9-4d91-8b1e-d3c2f02c0a40" target="_blank">

</a>

Friday, Week 3, April 2003

Live From Gatineau, Quebec

PRELIMINARY CARD

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

WOMENS FLYWEIGHT BOUT

<a href="

https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/72cf8acf-6036-4986-bb4f-acb56180c188" target="_blank">

Tsukiyama Baisotei (10-4, Underdog: +310) vs. Hoshi Kogo (7-3, Favorite: -400)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) The first of the prelim fights is Tsukiyama Baisotei squaring off with Hoshi Kogo.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Baisotei moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) It looked like we were about to see Kogo try and get some grappling started, but Baisotei was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Baisotei hits a left jab and then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Judging from her reaction, Baisotei may have a broken hand after landing that last punch.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) A broken hand would certainly have a big impact upon her chances of winning.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Kogo hits the mat, that shot has rocked her!
(Rd 1 - 09:33) Baisotei senses victory and starts to unload with punches!
(Rd 1 - 09:33) Baisotei pounds away with right hands and Kogo is having trouble doing anything about it!
(Rd 1 - 09:33) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 09:17) By TKO, the winner is Tsukiyama Baisotei!

Official Result: Tsukiyama Baisotei defeats Hoshi Kogo (TKO (Strikes) in 0:43 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

<a href="

https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/79277196-ba60-48f1-b8c1-42ac0a182758" target="_blank">

</a>

Ryozo Ozawa (7-0, Favorite: -530) vs. Ronnarit Mamanee (14-3, Underdog: +420)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Ryozo Ozawa battles Ronnarit Mamanee.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Leo Behan.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 09:48) A punch from Mamanee fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 09:38) Ozawa shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:38) Ozawa couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Mamanee hops in place on the other.
(Rd 1 - 09:38) Unable to complete the takedown, Ozawa instead pushes Mamanee up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:17) Mamanee, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Ozawa is exerting.
(Rd 1 - 09:17) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.
(Rd 1 - 08:09) With the cage trapping Mamanee, Ozawa looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:09) He sweeps the leg, sending Mamanee to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control!
(Rd 1 - 07:51) Ozawa fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 07:26) Showing great skill, Ozawa tries to set up a Von Flue choke from side control.
(Rd 1 - 07:26) Mamanee doesn't allow the Von Flue choke to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Ozawa is trying to move from side control to mount.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) He goes for the mount but Mamanee starts a scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 06:32) Ozawa is left turtled up with Mamanee behind him.
(Rd 1 - 06:19) Mamanee unloads with big lefts, but Ozawa covers up well.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Mamanee pounds away on Ozawa but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 1 - 05:48) Mamanee fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.
(Rd 1 - 05:35) Ozawa takes the opportunity to stand up, albeit under back control.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) Mamanee releases Ozawa and backs away.
(Rd 1 - 05:10) Ozawa may have been setting up to shoot, but Mamanee aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 05:10) Mamanee throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) Ozawa shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) The takedown is successful, Mamanee pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 04:43) Ozawa throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.
(Rd 1 - 04:23) Ozawa tries to pound on Mamanee, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 04:11) Ozawa tries to push apart the guard, maybe thinking of trying to isolate a leg.
(Rd 1 - 04:11) Mamanee defends himself well by keeping the guard tight.
(Rd 1 - 03:38) Ozawa attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
(Rd 1 - 03:38) He passes to half guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:38) Everything Mamanee is doing off his back is about slowing down and frustrating Ozawa.
(Rd 1 - 02:48) Ozawa fires off some rights, but Mamanee isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 02:30) Ozawa throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 02:07) Ozawa begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.
(Rd 1 - 02:07) Ozawa is too skilled for Mamanee, passing half guard and gaining side control.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) Ozawa attempts to armbar Mamanee from side control.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) An armbar is applied, Mamanee is trapped!
(Rd 1 - 01:14) Shockingly, Ozawa loses it! Mamanee pops his arm free, and has somehow survived!
(Rd 1 - 01:14) Mamanee fails to capitalise however, getting trapped back in side control almost immediately.
(Rd 1 - 00:39) Ozawa punches down at Mamanee, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 00:09) Ozawa pounds away with rights, but Mamanee covers up and only a couple manage to get through.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) And here we go, round two!
(Rd 2 - 09:46) Ozawa chooses to shoot in on Mamanee.
(Rd 2 - 09:46) Ozawa gets hold of a leg but Mamanee remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 2 - 09:46) With Mamanee not going down, Ozawa settles for pushing him up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:34) Ozawa attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Mamanee on the ground.
(Rd 2 - 09:34) An outside leg trip sweeps Mamanee down to the ground where he is left on his back under side control!
(Rd 2 - 09:16) Ozawa attempts to kimura Mamanee from side control.
(Rd 2 - 09:16) Ozawa gets the kimura, twists the arm backwards, and Mamanee has to tap!
(Rd 2 - 08:38) Ryozo Ozawa takes the win by submission!

Official Result: Ryozo Ozawa defeats Ronnarit Mamanee (Submission (Kimura) in 1:22 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

LIGHTWEIGHT BOUT

<a href="

https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/bfc25da4-b02f-4a72-b935-76dac71bd27d" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Bruce_Steven.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Bruce_Steven"/></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/c907db36-5ead-4ec5-b64f-3befe2f709a9" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Nicholas_Bretton.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Nicholas_Bretton"/></a>

"Mr. Intensity" Bruce Steven (22-11, 2-2 CTC, Favorite: -420) vs. "The Blonde Bomber" Nicholas Bretton (15-8, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +330)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on, 'Mr. Intensity' Bruce Steven takes on 'The Blonde Bomber' Nicholas Bretton.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Both fighters have plenty of support here tonight, this is a hometown fight for both of them.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The two fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Bretton looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Steven uses a left jab while backing away.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Bretton fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) Steven shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) A big double leg takedown drives Bretton off his feet and backward!
(Rd 1 - 09:33) Bretton ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Steven, with his back pressed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:20) Steven begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 09:20) He can't quite manage to get to mount on this attempt.
(Rd 1 - 08:44) Bretton tries to sweep Steven, but can't.
(Rd 1 - 08:25) Steven attempts a guillotine.
(Rd 1 - 08:25) Bretton doesn't allow the guillotine to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 08:05) Bretton tries to sweep Steven, but can't do it.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Steven attempts a guillotine.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Steven gets the guillotine, applies pressure, and Bretton has to tap!
(Rd 1 - 07:14) The winner, by submission, is 'Mr. Intensity' Bruce Steven!

Official Result: 'Mr. Intensity' Bruce Steven defeats 'The Blonde Bomber' Nicholas Bretton (Submission (Guillotine) in 2:46 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

MIDDLEWEIGHT BOUT

<a href="

https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/6cbea4c1-0c19-4e03-ab3c-c94f85bb5aad" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Jaromir_Grygera.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Jaromir_Grygera"/></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/9e714abc-b717-438d-950e-3ae3c2e919b7" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Carl_Ratcliffe.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Carl_Ratcliffe"/></a>

Jaromir Grygera (21-7, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -590) vs. "Mr. Awesome" Carl Ratcliffe (26-8, Underdog: +470)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on, Jaromir Grygera competes against 'Mr. Awesome' Carl Ratcliffe.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Leo Behan.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) They touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Ratcliffe lands a left hand and then hits a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) Grygera shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) The takedown is completed, Ratcliffe is on his back and pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) Grygera fires off a few punches.
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Ratcliffe tries to pull Grygera in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
(Rd 1 - 08:40) Ratcliffe is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Grygera off of him.
(Rd 1 - 08:10) Ratcliffe is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Grygera off of him.
(Rd 1 - 07:38) Grygera lies on top of Ratcliffe, basically smothering him.
(Rd 1 - 07:17) Grygera throws a few relatively weak right hands.
(Rd 1 - 06:54) Grygera throws some minor strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:36) The clock runs down as Ratcliffe is being smothered against the ground by Grygera.
(Rd 1 - 06:02) Time slips away as Grygera successfully keeps Ratcliffe stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 05:28) Ratcliffe can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Grygera with a low kick to the front leg.
(Rd 1 - 05:04) Ratcliffe confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 05:04) Ratcliffe lands a left jab, but Grygera evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 04:54) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) Grygera moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) Ratcliffe hits a left hand, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 04:30) Ratcliffe closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 04:30) Ratcliffe fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand to the body.
(Rd 1 - 04:14) Grygera clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.
(Rd 1 - 04:14) Ratcliffe uses a left jab, but a big right to the body fails to find the target.
(Rd 1 - 03:50) Ratcliffe uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 1 - 03:27) Ratcliffe comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 03:27) Grygera hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.
(Rd 1 - 03:27) Ratcliffe lands a left hand and then catches Grygera with a right roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 03:01) Moving around, Grygera is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.
(Rd 1 - 03:01) Ratcliffe throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Grygera is equal to all of them.
(Rd 1 - 02:50) Grygera takes the chance and grabs Ratcliffe into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 02:40) Grygera hits Ratcliffe with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 1 - 02:22) Grygera is looking to muscle Ratcliffe back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:22) Grygera does it, Ratcliffe is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:03) Showing good control, Grygera keeps Ratcliffe stuck against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:03) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.
(Rd 1 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:54) Grygera pins Ratcliffe up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:54) The rest of the round sees them remain there, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) There are some audible boos from the crowd, that wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) Round two begins!
(Rd 2 - 09:50) Ratcliffe can't connect with a jab, but then catches Grygera with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 09:25) Circling, Grygera clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.
(Rd 2 - 09:25) Ratcliffe lands a left hand and then lands a big right hand.
(Rd 2 - 09:06) Ratcliffe connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 08:50) Ratcliffe hits a left jab and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.
(Rd 2 - 08:41) Taking a few gulps of breath, Ratcliffe is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 2 - 08:32) Ratcliffe throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 2 - 08:27) Grygera comes in and grabs Ratcliffe in a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 08:20) Using his wrestling skills, Grygera is trying to push Ratcliffe up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:20) Grygera manages it and controls Ratcliffe up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:05) Grygera smothers Ratcliffe against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.
(Rd 2 - 07:54) Grygera shows his grappling ability by trapping Ratcliffe up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 07:54) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.
(Rd 2 - 06:45) Smothered against the cage, Ratcliffe cannot get free.
(Rd 2 - 06:45) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 05:38) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 05:25) Grygera, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.
(Rd 2 - 05:25) Ratcliffe connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 2 - 05:12) Ratcliffe lands a left hand and then hits a body kick.
(Rd 2 - 04:58) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 2 - 04:44) Ratcliffe connects with a nice jab and then hits Grygera with a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 04:24) There's a takedown attempt from Grygera.
(Rd 2 - 04:24) Ratcliffe cannot stop the takedown and only catches Grygera in half guard.
(Rd 2 - 04:13) Grygera throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 2 - 03:46) Ratcliffe tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Grygera doesn't allow it.
(Rd 2 - 03:35) Grygera begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.
(Rd 2 - 03:35) Ratcliffe tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.
(Rd 2 - 03:21) The scramble leaves Grygera turtled up, facing Ratcliffe.
(Rd 2 - 03:02) Ratcliffe hits a knee to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 02:51) Ratcliffe fires away with punches, but Grygera doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 2 - 02:33) Grygera takes the opportunity to stand up, but Ratcliffe keeps tight to him and has a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 2 - 02:19) Ratcliffe can't maintain his hold, and Grygera wrestles his way into a wrestling clinch.
(Rd 2 - 01:55) Ratcliffe tries to wriggle free, but Grygera controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
(Rd 2 - 01:40) Ratcliffe gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.
(Rd 2 - 01:22) Grygera attempts to wrestle Ratcliffe to the ground.
(Rd 2 - 01:22) The takedown is completed, Ratcliffe is on his back and pulls half guard.
(Rd 2 - 01:05) Grygera fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 2 - 00:45) In half guard, Grygera catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 2 - 00:16) Grygera tries to throw a slicing elbow, but misses.
(Rd 2 - 00:07) Grygera blocks Ratcliffe as he tries a transition to full guard.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!
(Rd 3 - 09:46) Grygera clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.
(Rd 3 - 09:46) Ratcliffe connects with a jab, but Grygera evades a big right punch.
(Rd 3 - 09:23) Ratcliffe confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 3 - 09:23) Ratcliffe throws a punch but Grygera avoids it.
(Rd 3 - 09:17) For the first time, Grygera is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 3 - 09:17) Ratcliffe appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.
(Rd 3 - 09:07) Ratcliffe throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 3 - 09:01) Seizing the opportunity, Grygera clinches.
(Rd 3 - 08:51) Clinched with Ratcliffe, Grygera looks to try and take him down.
(Rd 3 - 08:51) Grygera has the takedown and gets side control from it.
(Rd 3 - 08:37) Grygera attempts a kimura.
(Rd 3 - 08:37) Ratcliffe defends himself well and is in no danger.
(Rd 3 - 08:09) Grygera looks to get a mount.
(Rd 3 - 08:09) Ratcliffe tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back.
(Rd 3 - 07:27) Grygera pounds away on Ratcliffe, landing several good shots in the process.
(Rd 3 - 07:15) Grygera successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.
(Rd 3 - 07:02) Grygera pounds away, but Ratcliffe isn't troubled by the strikes.
(Rd 3 - 06:46) Ratcliffe attempts to pull free of the hooks, but Grygera doesn't allow it.
(Rd 3 - 06:28) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Grygera tries to finish Ratcliffe off with a rear naked choke.
(Rd 3 - 06:28) Grygera gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Ratcliffe has to tap out!
(Rd 3 - 06:12) Jaromir Grygera takes the win by submission!

Official Result: Jaromir Grygera defeats 'Mr. Awesome' Carl Ratcliffe (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:48 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

<a href="

https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/d6994211-751b-4e16-a7f5-884ebe3c604a" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Carmen_Routhwaite.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Carmen_Routhwaite"/></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/3367879a-7898-4557-ad68-bb5b2d6c7e9e" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Kaoru_Nanami.gif?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Kaoru_Nanami"/></a>

Carmen "Snap Dragon" Routhwaite (7-1, Favorite: -380) vs. Kaoru Nanami (7-5, Underdog: +300)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up is a match in which Carmen 'Snap Dragon' Routhwaite battles Kaoru Nanami.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Nanami hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Routhwaite hits a left jab and also connects with a quick head kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:35) That last blow may have really hurt Nanami, she staggers backward against the cage and tries to cover up as best she can!
(Rd 1 - 09:35) Routhwaite tries to finish her off with a right head kick, but it misses by inches.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) Having apparently cleared her head, Nanami is able to circle away from the cage and return to the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:08) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:08) Routhwaite counters a right hand with a stiff head kick that finds its mark!
(Rd 1 - 08:57) She's down! Nanami falls to the floor!
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Routhwaite senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Routhwaite hits several vicious stomps and kicks, but Nanami incredibly weathers the storm!
(Rd 1 - 08:39) Routhwaite tries to come in and secure a ground position.
(Rd 1 - 08:39) Routhwaite is quick, Nanami can't stop her getting side control.
(Rd 1 - 08:27) Routhwaite is trying to move from side control to mount.
(Rd 1 - 08:27) Routhwaite takes the back instead, Nanami rolled over rather than get mounted.
(Rd 1 - 07:44) Routhwaite fires away and Nanami is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!
(Rd 1 - 07:44) The referee jumps in and saves Nanami from taking any more shots!
(Rd 1 - 07:30) Carmen Routhwaite takes the victory by way of TKO!

Official Result: Carmen 'Snap Dragon' Routhwaite defeats Kaoru Nanami (TKO (Strikes) in 2:30 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT

<a href="

https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/f53f3ab6-3424-46cf-9c33-8c51af28f5cf" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Moray_McWhirter.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Moray_McWhirter"/></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/cedaa4ed-f359-4b9a-9468-7d3a712c5a8e" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Guy_Broom.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Guy_Broom"/>

</a>

"The Big Scot" Moray McWhirter (4-1, 3-1 CTC, Underdog: +300) vs. "Boom Boom" Guy Broom (8-2, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -380)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, 'The Big Scot' Moray McWhirter goes up against 'Boom Boom' Guy Broom in the CTC Heavyweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's a noticeable lack of the usual touching of gloves to begin with.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Broom appeared to be going to try and get in close, but McWhirter took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) McWhirter throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) McWhirter throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 09:14) Broom is able to grab McWhirter.
(Rd 1 - 09:08) Broom uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches McWhirter to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) Clinched with McWhirter, Broom looks to try and take him down.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) Broom has the takedown and gets side control from it.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) Broom begins trying to get himself into a mount.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) Broom mounts McWhirter.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Broom pounds away, landing several great shots that rock McWhirter!
(Rd 1 - 07:55) Broom pounds away, McWhirter is barely able to offer any defence at all!
(Rd 1 - 07:55) The referee jumps in and stops the fight as McWhirter went limp!
(Rd 1 - 07:37) The winner, by knock out, is 'Boom Boom' Guy Broom!

Official Result: 'Boom Boom' Guy Broom defeats 'The Big Scot' Moray McWhirter (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:23 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

MAIN CARD

Broadcast Live On Tournament TV Around The World

WOMENS FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT

<a href="

https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/8633bdb7-0930-4469-a53f-03dd5fd6f5bf" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Piper_Evergood.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Piper_Evergood"/></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/113acf86-e6a5-4a52-a2ee-dc88934e55c4" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Maricel_Punya.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Maricel_Punya"/></a>

"The Sniper" Piper Evergood (9-4, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -640) vs. Maricel Punya (5-2, 2-2 CTC, Underdog: +510)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) We open the main portion of the show with 'The Sniper' Piper Evergood fighting Maricel Punya.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Punya nails one quick punch from a flurry and then hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) With quick hands, Evergood blitzes her opponent with a rapid four punch flurry.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Punya appears to have suffered a gash under her eye.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) Punya throws three quick punches and lands two of them and then hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) Evergood uses a right jab and also connects cleanly with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:52) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:52) Evergood misses a jab but connects with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:52) Punya quickly throws four punches and two of them land and then hits a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:20) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:20) Punya lands four quick punches.
(Rd 1 - 08:20) Evergood lands a three strike combination that ends with a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Punya immediately backs up against the cage and covers up! I think that last strike may have really rocked her!
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Evergood goes under the guard and nails Punya with a left uppercut! What a shot!
(Rd 1 - 07:59) A big left hand catches Punya flush and snaps her head back!
(Rd 1 - 07:59) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight, Punya was slumped against the cage and just getting pounded on!
(Rd 1 - 07:59) Punya took more shots than necessary, in my opinion referee Harry A. Bierce should have gotten in there quicker.
(Rd 1 - 07:54) The winner, by TKO; Piper Evergood!

Official Result: 'The Sniper' Piper Evergood defeats Maricel Punya (TKO (Strikes) in 2:06 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

CTC SEASON 3 LIGHTWEIGHT TOURNAMENT FINAL

<a href="

https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/14e2458b-1c5d-446a-b66f-2f58bfb5b062" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Benny_Danare.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Benny_Danare"/></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/7db1b075-1bf0-4692-95bd-b047c8a62649" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Tim_Oldacres.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Tim_Oldacres"/></a>

Benny "The Jet" Danare (14-4, 3-1 CTC, Favorite: -250) vs. "Mr. T" Tim Oldacres (13-0, 3-0 CTC, Underdog: +190)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Benny 'The Jet' Danare competing against 'Mr. T' Tim Oldacres.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) This is to be declared the winner of the CTC Season 3 Lightweight Tournament tournament!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Danare gets a good reaction from the fans as he enters the arena, he's fighting in front of a home crowd tonight.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Danare comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) The takedown is completed, Oldacres is on his back and pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:39) Danare begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
(Rd 1 - 09:39) Oldacres is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Danare firmly in guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:39) Oldacres is defending with tenacity, he is doing everything possible to frustrate Danare. It's not pretty, but it is effective.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Danare looks to pass guard and get side control.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) He can't get free of the guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:51) Danare tries to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:51) Danare passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Oldacres starts scrambling.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) The scramble ends with Danare grabbing Oldacres and getting a waist lock, gaining back control.
(Rd 1 - 05:19) Danare, holding Oldacres from behind, looks to try and drag him down to the floor.
(Rd 1 - 05:19) Oldacres has absolutely no answers, and gets taken down with ease.
(Rd 1 - 05:02) Oldacres lands on his hands and knees with Danare on top.
(Rd 1 - 05:02) Danare flattens Oldacres out.
(Rd 1 - 04:49) Danare attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
(Rd 1 - 04:49) Oldacres defends himself well against the choke.
(Rd 1 - 04:10) Oldacres tries to turn over and sweep Danare but can't do it.
(Rd 1 - 03:53) Oldacres gets into an even worse position as Danare applies a body triangle.
(Rd 1 - 03:33) Danare, with the body triangle, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 03:33) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Danare has Oldacres flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 03:16) By submission, the winner is Benny Danare!
(Rd 1 - 03:16) Benny Danare has won the CTC Season 3 Lightweight Tournament tournament!

Official Result: Benny 'The Jet' Danare defeats 'Mr. T' Tim Oldacres (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:44 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Benny Danare Wins The CTC Season 3 Lightweight Tournament

Future Title Fight: Manoel Cabral vs. Benny Danare

CTC SEASON 3 WOMENS FLYWEIGHT TOURNAMENT FINAL

<a href="

https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/8b54cbb5-7479-4518-8585-93c8c494467c" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Jessica_Herbig.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Jessica_Herbig"/></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/23e78f8a-3f50-445f-be90-1cc010ba4cd9" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Steph_Smith.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Steph_Smith"/></a>

Jessica "Angel Eyes" Herbig (10-0, 3-0 CTC, Underdog: +100) vs. "Stunning" Steph Smith (12-1, 5-1 CTC, Favorite: -110)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on, Jessica 'Angel Eyes' Herbig squares off with 'Stunning' Steph Smith.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) This is for all the marbles - the finals of the CTC Season 3 Womens Flyweight Tournament tournament!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:54) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:54) Herbig hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:54) Smith finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 1 - 09:32) A one-two from Herbig fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Smith gets hold of Herbig.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) Smith attempts to wrestle Herbig to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) The takedown is completed, Herbig is on her back and pulls half guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:00) Smith looks to pass half guard and get side control.
(Rd 1 - 09:00) Herbig can't keep half guard secure and gives up side control.
(Rd 1 - 08:16) Smith attempts to move to mount.
(Rd 1 - 08:16) Herbig can't fend off her opponent and is mounted.
(Rd 1 - 07:44) Smith attempts to set up an armbar on Herbig from the mount.
(Rd 1 - 07:44) The armbar is fully applied, Herbig has no option but to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Steph Smith takes the victory by way of submission!
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Steph Smith has won the CTC Season 3 Womens Flyweight Tournament tournament!

Official Result: 'Stunning' Steph Smith defeats Jessica 'Angel Eyes' Herbig (Submission (Armbar) in 2:35 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Steph Smith Wins The CTC Season 3 Womens Flyweight Tournament

Future Title Fight: Sandy Oliver vs. Steph Smith II

CO-MAIN EVENT

CTC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE BOUT

<a href="

https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/10695f73-d2c9-43af-ae2a-8e2d602884c4" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Matas_Fialkowska.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Matas_Fialkowska"/></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/4a75ce74-253b-409e-842c-c861aa0a357a" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Teddy_Glossop.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Teddy_Glossop"/></a>

Matas "The Beard" Fialkowska © (8-0, 5-0 CTC, Underdog: -110) vs. "Texas" Teddy Glossop (9-1, 2-0, Favorite: -130)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) The co-main event is up next. Matas 'The Beard' Fialkowska takes on 'Texas' Teddy Glossop in the CTC Super Heavyweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) This fight is for the CTC Super Heavyweight title.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's no touch of gloves; neither fighter even attempted to.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Fialkowska scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Glossop lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Fialkowska appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) Fialkowska uses a left jab but misses with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) Glossop hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) Glossop doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) Fialkowska misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:54) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:54) Fialkowska connects with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:54) Glossop connects cleanly with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:43) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:43) Glossop hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:43) Fialkowska lights his opponent up with a one-two followed by a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 08:14) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:14) Fialkowska dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.
(Rd 1 - 07:49) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:49) Fialkowska misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Glossop to attack with a quick left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) The clock is stopped as referee Kyle Crisp wants to check the cut on Fialkowska.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Referee Kyle Crisp signals for the fight to continue!
(Rd 1 - 07:29) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:29) Fialkowska lands a left jab and a right cross. Glossop hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:08) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:08) Glossop hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 07:08) Fialkowska scores with a brace of jabs and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 06:48) Glossop can be heard trash talking as the two fighters circle.
(Rd 1 - 06:36) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 06:36) Fialkowska finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 1 - 06:36) Glossop hits a good right hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:16) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 06:16) Fialkowska hits a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:16) Glossop hits a left jab and also lands a powerful right hook!
(Rd 1 - 06:10) Fialkowska is knocked down!
(Rd 1 - 06:10) Glossop quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Fialkowska!
(Rd 1 - 06:10) Glossop fires away and Fialkowska is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!
(Rd 1 - 06:10) Referee Kyle Crisp is forced to jump in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 05:57) The winner, by TKO; Teddy Glossop!
(Rd 1 - 05:57) 'Texas' Teddy Glossop wins the CTC Super Heavyweight title.

Official Result: 'Texas' Teddy Glossop defeats Matas 'The Beard' Fialkowska (TKO (Strikes) in 4:03 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Teddy Glossop Wins The CTC Super Heavyweight Title

MAIN EVENT

CTC SEASON 3 HEAVYWEIGHT TOURNAMENT FINAL

<a href="

https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/48649612-d06c-4977-93fb-7268fcc5394f" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Hassan_Fezzik(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Hassan_Fezzik(1)"/></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/0efe9dc9-eb96-4f60-867b-548aab4061e9" target="_blank"><img src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Souleymane_Ya_Konan(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" border="0" alt="Souleymane_Ya_Konan(1)"/></a>

"The Big Bad" Hassan Fezzik (31-2, 2-0 CTC, Favorite: -400) vs. "The African Dream" Souleymane Ya Konan (15-3, 3-0 CTC, Underdog: +300)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Big Bad' Hassan Fezzik fights 'The African Dream' Souleymane Ya Konan in the CTC Heavyweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) This is for all the marbles - the finals of the CTC Season 3 Heavyweight Tournament tournament!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Christina Shaw.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Fezzik comes forward, walking down Ya Konan.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Ya Konan throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Fezzik can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 08:55) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:55) Ya Konan misses with a big right hand, allowing Fezzik to counter with a jab and a nice high roundhouse kick.
(Rd 1 - 08:40) Ya Konan is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him! He staggers back against the cage and covers up, trying to buy time to recover!
(Rd 1 - 08:40) Fezzik smashes Ya Konan with a big right hand through the guard! Ya Konan can do nothing but try and cover up!
(Rd 1 - 08:34) Ya Konan somehow dodges a vicious overhand right.
(Rd 1 - 08:25) Having apparently cleared his head, Ya Konan is able to circle away from the cage and return to the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:19) Fezzik comes forward, walking down Ya Konan.
(Rd 1 - 08:19) Fezzik steps into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 08:19) Fezzik can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Ya Konan with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) Ya Konan slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.
(Rd 1 - 07:22) Fezzik sets it up well and shoots in at speed.
(Rd 1 - 07:22) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:11) Fezzik begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.
(Rd 1 - 07:11) Ya Konan can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Fezzik gains side control.
(Rd 1 - 06:26) Fezzik tries to lock Ya Konan into an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 06:26) Fezzik gets the armbar fully applied and Ya Konan has to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 05:46) The winner, by submission; Hassan Fezzik!
(Rd 1 - 05:46) Hassan Fezzik wins the CTC Season 3 Heavyweight Tournament tournament!

Official Result: 'The Big Bad' Hassan Fezzik defeats 'The African Dream' Souleymane Ya Konan (Submission (Armbar) in 4:14 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Hassan Fezzik Wins The CTC Season 3 Heavyweight Tournament

Future Title Fight: Hanif Hussain vs. Hassan Fezzik

Attendance: 1,583

Gate Reciepts: $260,403

Sponsorship: $52,965

Ad Revenue: $2,314,129

Merchandise: $8,322

Fighter Pay: $278,685 (Highest Paid: Hassan Fezzik, $119,108)

Drug Testing: $11,550

Production: $55,082

Profit: $2,290,502

Critical Rating: 71%

Commercial Rating: 78%

Fight of the Night: Steph Smith vs. Jessica Herbig

KO of the Night: Guy Broom (vs. Moray McWhirter)

Submission of the Night: Hassan Fezzik (vs. Souleymane Ya Konan)

UPDATED TOURNAMENT BRACKETS

Fallout

- Tsukiyama Baisotei is asked who she'd like to fight next, and responds by calling out Rhonda Britton, saying she will take her out easily.

- Piper Evergood is asked who she'd like to face next, and answers that Anna Thompson would be someone she'd like to compete against.

- After winning the Super Heavyweight Title, Teddy Glossop taunts Ali Shivari in a childish manner.

CageRage · June 1, 2020

<div style="text-align:center;">CTC: Way of the Warrior, Season 2, Episode 7</div>

<div style="text-align:center;"><a href="<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/dce0b598-0c03-4cf0-bfbc-2ce3ceb6e317" rel="external nofollow">https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/dce0b598-0c03-4cf0-bfbc-2ce3ceb6e317"</a> target="_blank"><img src="<a href="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Olu_Yolob.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" rel="external nofollow">https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Olu_Yolob.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds"</a> border="0" alt="Olu_Yolob"/></a> VS.<a hef="<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/ae5ff27a-fad4-4cd5-bc32-540b15a4e00f" rel="external nofollow">https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/p/ae5ff27a-fad4-4cd5-bc32-540b15a4e00f"</a> target="_blank"><img src="<a href="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Amir_Ahmed.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" rel="external nofollow">https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Amir_Ahmed.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds"</a> border="0" alt="Amir_Ahmed"/></a></div>

<div style="text-align:center;">"Iron" Olu Yolo (Team John) vs. "The Pride of Pakistan" Amir Ahmed (Team Watson)</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Qualifier Fight: Amir Ahmed defeats Olu Yolo by Unanimous Decision</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Some brilliantly entertaining training shenanigans</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">The highlight of the show was Fletcher Merman, who was highly entertaining throughout</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Fight Rating: Poor, Episode Rating: Great</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Advancing To Quarter-Finals: Manny Van Post (Team Watson), Antonio Santos (Team John), Schalk Rhodes (Team Watson), Mathieu Aumont (Team Watson), Christopher Sharp (Team John), Fletcher Merman (Team Watson), Amir Ahmed (Team Watson)</div>

CageRage · June 2, 2020

<div style="text-align:center;"><a href="<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/37db53f4-ab4f-4ea7-b98f-5d37437f902d/p/fda4451c-c584-4829-bd48-29c1c42c499e" rel="external nofollow">https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/37db53f4-ab4f-4ea7-b98f-5d37437f902d/p/fda4451c-c584-4829-bd48-29c1c42c499e"</a> target="_blank"><img src="<a href="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC48.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" rel="external nofollow">https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC48.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds"</a> border="0" alt="CTC48"/></a></div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Canadian Tournament Combat 48: Season 3 Finale</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Friday, Week 4, April 2003</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">MAIN EVENT</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">CTC Womens Bantamweight Title Bout: Pamela "The Truth" O'Neill © (18-1, 5-0 CTC, Favorite: -570) vs. Leona "Dizzy" Deschanel (11-1, 4-1 CTC, Underdog: +450)</div>

Growing up in a martial arts family, Pamela O'Neill was exposed to a wide variety of disciplines from a young age, making for an enviable base of skills when she entered MMA. She has been a dominant force in the Women's Bantamweight division since joining CTC, winning the title off Sarah Vaughan in the final of the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament, and is now coming off her first defence, a first round TKO victory over Sayoko Ebisawa. Leona Deschanel is a ground and pound specialist, who likes to grapple, takedown, and pummel her opponents in quick succession. She was the winner of the 2002 Winter Series Womens Bantamweight Tournament, defeating Michelle Addams by third round submission in the Semi-Finals, and beating Hanae Maehata by first round TKO in the Final to earn her shot at the title.

<div style="text-align:center;">CO-MAIN EVENT</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">CTC Season 3 Womens Featherweight Tournament Final Bout: "The Spectre" Regina de Avila (6-0, 4-0 CTC, Favorite: -380) vs. Janey McDwyre (6-1, 5-1 CTC, Underdog: +300)</div>

Regina de Avila is a high level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu student, known particularly for being great off her back, where her submission threat is great, and her sweeps are nearly impossible to stop. She defeated Annika Sjolin by first round submission in the Quarter-Finals, and beat Kelly Andrews by third round submission in the Semi-Finals. Janey McDwyre has a background in Judo, and her main threat is on the ground where her submissions are enough to cause most fighters problems. She entered this tournament off the back of winning the Sunday Night Fights 11 Womens Featherweight Tournament, and defeated Kirsten Page by first round submission in the Quarter-Finals, and Anna Thompson by second round submission in the Semi-Finals.

<div style="text-align:center;">CTC Season 3 Middleweight Tournament Final Bout: "The Mack Attack" Petey Mack (16-6, 5-1 CTC, Favorite: -300) vs. Bambang Sriyanto (29-10-2, 2-0 CTC, Underdog: +250)</div>

Petey Mack is a versatile fighter, who can cause damage in any area of the fight. His striking is crisp and powerful, his strength and balance make him a good wrestler, and he also has under-rated submission skills. He defeated Tora Mizwar by second round submission in the Quarter-Finals, and defeated Ashley Ballard by second round submission in the Semi-Finals. He lost in the first ever CTC Middleweight Title fight to JJ Reid, and a victory here would earn him not just a shot at the title, but a rematch with Reid as well. Bambang Sriyanto has done nothing but impress since coming to the CTC. A no-nonsense striker, with massive power in his strikes. He enjoys getting in close and messing people up with his knees and elbows. He defeated Thorbjorn Rekdal by third round knock out in the Quarter-Finals, and defeated Sutton Ripley by first round knock out in the Semi-Finals.

<div style="text-align:center;">CTC Season 3 Bantamweight Tournament Final Bout: Kanji Togo (22-6, 2-0 CTC, Underdog: +100) vs. Markus Waller (10-1, 5-1 CTC, Favorite: -130)</div>

Kanji Togo is widely considered one of the best Bantamweights in the world, and his strong Jiu-Jitsu skills make him hard to deal with. He is extremely dangerous off his back due to his active guard. He defeated Aubrey Bassington-Bassington by first round submission in the Quarter-Finals, and defeated Supachai Thamsatchanan by Unanimous Decision in the Semi-Finals. Markus Waller is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, who is one of the best MMA fighters on the ground, especially off his back. The only blemish on his record is his loss to Ollie Rockmetteller in the first ever CTC Bantamweight Title Fight, but he has bounced back, defeating Zach Steggles by first round submission in the Quarter-Finals, and submitting Willy Bassett in the first round in the Semi-Finals.

<div style="text-align:center;">Lightweight Bout: Bud "The Rocket" Brockett (12-3, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -520) vs. Ahmed Mohamed Farag (9-1, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +410)</div>

Bud Brockett was one of the most successful collegiate wrestlers in recent memory, and is a relentless takedown machine who cut well over 20 lbs to fight at Lightweight, and just bullies opponents with his size and intensity. He lost by first round submission to Georges Nouri in the Semi-Finals of the 2002 Winter Series Lightweight Tournament. Ahmed Mohamed Farag is a tough grappler who likes to control opponents with his wrestling skills. He is a tenacious fighter, who can present problems to those unable to keep him back with strikes. Farag defeated Anderson Desailly by first round submission in his CTC debut.

<div style="text-align:center;">PRELIMINARY CARD</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Middleweight Bout: "Superstar" Stuart Strange (19-5, Favorite: -330) vs. "The Surgeon" Atsutane Akera (9-1, Underdog: +260)</div>

Stuart Strange was a college wrestling stand-out, and is one of the best in the sport at controlling opponents, and nullifying the threat they pose. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Neil Napier in GAMMA. Atsutane Akera is a Jiu-Jitsu submission specialist, who is known for his ability to take people apart with remarkable precision. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Gempachi Higa in ALPHA-1.

<div style="text-align:center;">Heavyweight Bout: Bast Moulke (3-2, 0-2 CTC, Favorite: -160) vs. "Longshore" Damien Jones (8-3, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +120)</div>

Bast Moulke is a powerful wrestler, known for his excellent takedowns, and oppressive top control. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Vitor de Melo in his last fight. Damien Jones is a rugged brawler, who boxed at an amateur level. He comes out swinging and simply doesn't let up. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Chuck Dooley in his last fight.

<div style="text-align:center;">Womens Flyweight Bout: Toshie Nishina (9-3, Favorite: -550) vs. Hiroko Doi (7-3, Underdog: +430)</div>

Toshie Nishina is a decent wrestler, whose favorite tactic to use is "Wall and Stall", punishing her opponents with dirty boxing. She is coming off a third round submission victory over Tomi Nishimura at a local show. Hiroko Doi is a Jiu-Jitsu fighter. She is skillful on the ground, but her weak stand-up, and tendency to be bullied by bigger opponents can hold her back. She is coming off a victory over a local fighter on a local show.

<div style="text-align:center;">Welterweight Bout: Diego "Apocalypse" Arteta (10-0, Favorite: -310) vs. "The Unbreakable" Gideon Navarro (8-1, Underdog: +240)</div>

Diego Arteta is a highly respected kickboxer, renowned for his exceptional boxing skills, and stunning punching power. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Randy Carsley in GAMMA. Gideon Navarro is a naturally talented fighter, who combines excellent physical gifts with strong technique. At heart he is a wrestler, and submission artist, at his best when taking down an opponent, and applying joint locks, but he is a decent technical striker as well. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Zeke Elliot in GAMMA.

<div style="text-align:center;">Bantamweight Bout: Lito Alcala (7-2, 2-1 CTC, Favorite: -380) vs. Apolonio Redondo Jr. (8-2, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +300)</div>

Lito Alcala is a youngster best descibed as a jack-of-all-trades, master-of-none. He is good at just about every aspect of MMA, which makes him a tough opponent, but isn't great enough at any one of them to make him truly dangerous. He is coming off a third round submission loss to Markus Waller in his last fight. Apolonio Redondo Jr. is a Taekwondo striker, who likes to batter opponents with his array of flashy kicks, and stinging punches. He is coming off a second round TKO loss to Tossapol Puangchan in his last fight.

<div style="text-align:center;">Womens Bantamweight Bout: Angelina Keiff (7-3, Underdog: +350) vs. Junko Yamada (9-3, Favorite: -450)</div>

Angelina Keiff is a decent, if wildly inconsistent kickboxer. You never know if it's the energetic striker or the lethargic staller version of Keiff that will show up. She is coming off a first round submission loss to Emma Birch in her last fight. Junko Yamada is a Karate fighter, at her best when she can stand and trade with an opponents. She is coming off a Split Decision loss to Isabeli Martins in WEFF.

Weigh-In Results

Pamela O'Neill (135 lbs) vs. Leona Deschanel (135 lbs)

Regina de Avila (145 lbs) vs. Janey McDwyre (145 lbs)

Petey Mack (185 lbs) vs. Bambang Sriyanto (185 lbs)

Kanji Togo (135 lbs) vs. Markus Waller (135 lbs)

Bud Brockett (155 lbs) vs. Ahmed Mohamed Forag (155 lbs)

Stuart Strange (185 lbs) vs. Atsutane Akera (185 lbs)

Bast Moulke (252 lbs) vs. Damien Jones (237 lbs)

Toshie Nishina (125 lbs) vs. Hiroko Doi (125 lbs)

Diego Arteta (170 lbs) vs. Gideon Navarro (170 lbs)

Lito Alcala (135 lbs) vs. Apolonio Redondo Jr. (135 lbs)

Angelina Keiff (135 lbs) vs. Junko Yamada (135 lbs)

TOURNAMENT BRACKETS

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7878fe2e-fa5b-47c7-98eb-38867f1be5a6/p/e682d307-9bf1-4f15-a225-1340707bea4a" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Season%203%20Womens%20Featherweight%20Tournament%20Finals_zpssptr4bkr.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Tournament%20Brackets/Season%203/.highres/Season%203%20Womens%20Featherweight%20Tournament%20Finals_zpssptr4bkr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7878fe2e-fa5b-47c7-98eb-38867f1be5a6/p/4db1a6d1-8e98-411f-bf69-438c4528a71c" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Season%203%20Middleweight%20Tournament%20Finals_zpsawmatmhi.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/gg29/Overbay17/Tournament%20Brackets/Season%203/.highres/Season%203%20Middleweight%20Tournament%20Finals_zpsawmatmhi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7878fe2e-fa5b-47c7-98eb-38867f1be5a6/p/0e024a42-63b2-4364-858c-e08d75b06745" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Season_3_Bantamweight_Tournament_Finals.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Season_3_Bantamweight_Tournament_Finals.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Canadian Tournament Combat 48 Full Fight Card

WBW Title: Pamela O'Neill © vs. Leona Deschanel

WFW Final: Regina de Avila vs. Janey McDwyre

MW Final: Petey Mack vs. Bambang Sriyanto

BW Final: Kanji Togo vs. Markus Waller

LW: Bud Brockett vs. Ahmed Mohamed Farag

MW: Stuart Strange vs. Atsutane Akera

HW: Bast Moulke vs. Damien Jones

WFLW: Toshie Nishina vs. Hiroko Doi

WW: Diego Arteta vs. Gideon Navarro

BW: Lito Alcala vs. Antonio Redondo Jr.

WBW: Angelina Keiff vs. Junko Yamada

CageRage · June 3, 2020

CTC48.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Friday, Week 4, April 2003

Live From Toronto, Ontario

PRELIMINARY CARD

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Angelina_Keiff.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Junko_Yamada.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Angelina Keiff (7-3, Underdog: +350) vs. Junko Yamada (9-3, Favorite: -450)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) The first of the prelim fights is Angelina Keiff competing against Junko Yamada.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The two fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Keiff slips past a right hook and counters with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) Yamada slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:10) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.
(Rd 1 - 08:55) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:55) Yamada counters a right hand with a pair of jabs that are followed by a big right hand that just misses.
(Rd 1 - 08:32) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:32) Keiff misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a glancing blow from a high kick.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Keiff counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a kick to the body that gets parried.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) Yamada finds her right cross blocked.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) Keiff is off target with a left jab and also fails on a leg kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Yamada is off target with a left jab and also misses a high kick.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Keiff misses a jab and also fails on a leg kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 07:15) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:15) Yamada slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:05) Yamada used her reach advantage there, picking Keiff off at range.
(Rd 1 - 07:05) Keiff motions for Yamada to come on and fight.
(Rd 1 - 06:58) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 06:58) Yamada scores with a jab but misses with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 06:58) Keiff hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:41) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 06:41) Keiff misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Yamada comes in with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:22) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 06:22) Keiff misses a right hook and gets countered with a brace of jabs that are followed by a solid right hand.
(Rd 1 - 05:56) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 05:56) Yamada dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) Yamada slips past a right hook and counters with two jabs that are followed by a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) Standing and trading is not working for Keiff, so far in this fight she has simply been out-classed and out-struck.
(Rd 1 - 05:09) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 05:09) Yamada slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.
(Rd 1 - 04:54) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:54) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 04:54) Keiff misses a big right hand, putting her off balance and allowing Yamada to attack with a jab and a right hook to the ribs that doesn't land.
(Rd 1 - 04:35) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 04:35) Keiff misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Yamada comes in with a pair of jabs that are followed by a good right hook.
(Rd 1 - 04:22) Keiff is still moving well, but she is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 1 - 04:22) Keiff motions for Yamada to come on and fight.
(Rd 1 - 04:08) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 04:08) Keiff misses with a big right hand, allowing Yamada to counter with a jab and a high kick that misses.
(Rd 1 - 03:40) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 03:40) Keiff lands a left jab and also lands a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 03:40) Yamada hits a couple of jabs but misses with a right hook to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 03:19) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 03:19) Keiff misses with a big right hand, allowing Yamada to counter with a quick left jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 02:56) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 1 - 02:30) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:30) Keiff misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a good right hook.
(Rd 1 - 02:30) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Keiff.
(Rd 1 - 02:12) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 02:12) Yamada slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a wicked right uppercut!
(Rd 1 - 02:03) She's down! Keiff falls to the floor!
(Rd 1 - 02:03) Yamada senses victory and starts to unload with punches!
(Rd 1 - 02:03) Yamada pounds away on Keiff, landing several great shots that rock her!
(Rd 1 - 02:03) Referee Harry A. Bierce jumps in and saves Keiff from taking any more shots!
(Rd 1 - 01:43) Junko Yamada takes the win by TKO!

Official Result: Junko Yamada defeats Angelina Keiff (TKO (Strikes) in 8:17 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Yamada takes a moment to thank the sponsors, and all her fans. She says she is very happy to have won her CTC debut, and is very happy to be here.

BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Lito_Alcala.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Apolonio_Redondo_Jr.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Lito Alcala (7-2, 2-1 CTC, Favorite: -380) vs. Apolonio Redondo Jr. (8-2, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +300)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on, Lito Alcala battles Apolonio Redondo Jr.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Alcala scores with one punch out of a sudden flurry but misses with a head kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Redondo lands two of a flurry of quick punches but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) Redondo scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) Alcala scores with a jab and also launches a right head kick that did damage.
(Rd 1 - 09:09) That last hit did some damage, Redondo is trying to cover up but is clearly hurt! He looks dazed and unsteady!
(Rd 1 - 09:09) A right cross thumps into Redondo!
(Rd 1 - 09:01) A big right hand from Alcala drops Redondo!
(Rd 1 - 08:56) Moving quickly, Alcala comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps!
(Rd 1 - 08:56) Redondo is back to his feet too quickly though.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) Redondo lands two jabs but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) Alcala scores with a great right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:19) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:19) Alcala lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked. Redondo scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 08:02) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:02) Redondo misses a jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 08:02) Alcala lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Alcala dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a low kick that doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 07:26) Redondo initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 07:26) Alcala hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:26) Redondo can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 07:08) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:08) Alcala scores with a jab and also lands a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 07:08) Redondo uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a spin kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 06:43) Redondo comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 06:43) Alcala hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:43) Redondo connects with a jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 06:20) Redondo comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 06:20) Alcala misses with a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 06:20) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Redondo.
(Rd 1 - 05:57) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 05:43) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 05:10) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 04:56) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:50) Moving forward constantly, Redondo is pressuring Alcala.
(Rd 1 - 04:50) Alcala scores with two counter jabs.
(Rd 1 - 04:50) Redondo can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a massive right head kick!
(Rd 1 - 04:50) Alcala is knocked down!
(Rd 1 - 04:43) Redondo starts pounding away on Alcala, looking to finish him off!
(Rd 1 - 04:43) Redondo pounds away on Alcala, landing several great shots that rock him!
(Rd 1 - 04:43) The referee jumps in and saves Alcala from taking any more shots!
(Rd 1 - 04:29) The winner, by TKO, is Apolonio Redondo Jr!

Official Result: Apolonio Redondo Jr defeats Lito Alcala (TKO (Strikes) in 5:31 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Apolonio Redondo Jr. gives a name-check to everyone at Tai Sheng Men Society, all his sponsors, then all his family, friends, and supporters.

WELTERWEIGHT BOUT

Diego_Arteta.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Gideon_Navarro.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Diego "Apocalypse" Arteta (10-0, Favorite: -310) vs. "The Unbreakable" Gideon Navarro (8-1, Underdog: +240)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Diego 'Apocalypse' Arteta squaring off with 'The Unbreakable' Gideon Navarro.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Reginald Wodehouse.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:53) A flurry of five punches from Arteta see three of them land and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) That blow looks like it may have broken the nose of Navarro.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) That's going to make breathing a lot tougher and tire him out quicker.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Walking down his opponent, Arteta advances.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Navarro hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Arteta lands three of three quick punches and then he lands a low kick to the legs.
(Rd 1 - 08:57) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 08:36) Arteta comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 08:36) Navarro fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 08:36) Arteta connects with a jab but misses when he attempts to go to the body after.
(Rd 1 - 08:14) Arteta comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 08:14) Navarro manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 08:14) Arteta fools Navarro with a feint.
(Rd 1 - 08:14) A jab lands from Arteta but Navarro avoids a big right.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) Arteta relentlessly comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) Navarro manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) Arteta can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 07:46) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Arteta comes forward on the attack.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Navarro manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Arteta connects with a jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Arteta steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Navarro lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Arteta comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing all of them, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Walking down his opponent, Arteta advances.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Arteta steps into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Arteta fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 06:21) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 06:05) Arteta comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 06:05) Navarro hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:05) Arteta throws a one-two, but Navarro was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 05:45) Arteta comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 05:45) Navarro misses with a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 05:45) Arteta can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Navarro with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) Navarro looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Arteta simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) A flurry of three punches from Arteta see them all connect but Navarro evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 05:11) Setting it up well, Navarro shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 05:11) The takedown is successful, Arteta pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:04) Navarro tries to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:04) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Arteta starts a scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 04:49) The scramble results in Navarro being on his back pulling half guard.
(Rd 1 - 04:29) Arteta gets out of half guard and stands up, letting Navarro stand too.
(Rd 1 - 04:09) Arteta comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 04:09) Arteta moves into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 04:09) Arteta throws some strikes and a kick to the body, but Navarro avoids them all.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) Arteta stalks forward, pressuring Navarro.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) Navarro hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) Arteta throws a one-two, but Navarro was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 03:39) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 03:14) Relentless as ever, Arteta comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 03:14) Arteta looks to pressure Navarro, stepping into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 03:14) Arteta can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Navarro with a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 03:01) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) Arteta relentlessly comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) Navarro fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) Showing good hand speed, Arteta lands a flurry of four punches but Navarro steps back to avoid a right to the body.
(Rd 1 - 02:21) Arteta is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 1 - 02:07) Arteta comes forward, walking down Navarro.
(Rd 1 - 02:07) Navarro fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 02:07) Navarro falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.
(Rd 1 - 02:07) Arteta throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Navarro avoids them all.
(Rd 1 - 01:52) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.
(Rd 1 - 01:22) Relentless as ever, Arteta comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 01:22) Navarro manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 01:22) Arteta throws a one-two, but Navarro was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 01:06) Arteta comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 01:06) Navarro tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 01:06) Arteta can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 1 - 00:46) Arteta fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a vicious right cross!
(Rd 1 - 00:46) Navarro is knocked down!
(Rd 1 - 00:38) Arteta starts pounding away on Navarro, looking to finish him off!
(Rd 1 - 00:38) Arteta pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Navarro.
(Rd 1 - 00:20) Arteta gets off balance as he tries to finish the fight, allowing Navarro to sweep him and start a scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 00:20) The scramble results in Arteta being on his back pulling half guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:03) Navarro fires away with right hands, but Arteta doesn't take much damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a good round, full of action, hopefully we've got more of the same to come.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Navarro has his right eye now totally swollen shut, an after-effect of the broken nose no doubt.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) We are back underway!
(Rd 2 - 09:49) Arteta hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 09:31) Arteta throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 2 - 09:27) Navarro seizes the chance and grabs Arteta into a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 09:19) Navarro hits Arteta with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 2 - 08:59) Navarro catches Arteta with a knee strike to the body from the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 08:45) Navarro is trying to muscle Arteta up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:45) He does so and now has Arteta pinned to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:28) Navarro stomps down on his opponent's foot.
(Rd 2 - 08:20) Unable to break free, Arteta is smothered up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:20) Navarro and Arteta remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.
(Rd 2 - 07:18) Navarro traps Arteta up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.
(Rd 2 - 07:18) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 06:13) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce separates the two fighters.
(Rd 2 - 06:06) A jab is wide from Arteta, but then he lands a vicious right cross!
(Rd 2 - 06:06) Navarro collapses, that shot knocked him out!
(Rd 2 - 06:00) Diego 'Apocalypse' Arteta takes the win by knock out!

Official Result: Diego 'Apocalypse' Arteta defeats 'The Unbreakable' Gideon Navarro (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:00 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Diego Arteta thanks his sponsors, and all his fans. He says he's very happy to have won on his CTC debut, and is happy to be here. He gave a good account of himself in the interview.

WOMENS FLYWEIGHT BOUT

Toshie_Nishina.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Hiroko_Doi.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Toshie Nishina (9-3, Favorite: -550) vs. Hiroko Doi (7-3, Underdog: +430)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up, Toshie Nishina vs. Hiroko Doi.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 09:52) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Nishina manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:44) Nishina uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Doi.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) Nishina is trying to push Doi so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) She does so and now has Doi pinned to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Nishina uses dirty boxing to punish Doi while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:02) Nishina drives a knee to the thigh area.
(Rd 1 - 08:55) Nishina smothers Doi against the cage, then hits her with a knee strike to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Doi gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 08:26) Nishina smothers Doi against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.
(Rd 1 - 08:14) Doi is trapped against the cage and Nishina hits her with a quick elbow.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Doi is trapped against the cage and Nishina punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 07:51) Nishina uses dirty boxing to punish Doi while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:37) Doi is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 07:26) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce separates them.
(Rd 1 - 07:14) Up close, they start wrestling.
(Rd 1 - 07:14) Nishina wrestles her way to a dominant position in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 07:04) Nishina hits Doi with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 1 - 06:45) Nishina uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Doi to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 06:32) Nishina uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Doi.
(Rd 1 - 06:20) Doi gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Nishina uses her dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.
(Rd 1 - 06:07) Nishina is trying to push Doi so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:07) Nishina achieves it, pinning Doi to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:47) Nishina catches Doi with a knee strike to the thigh.
(Rd 1 - 05:37) Nishina hits Doi, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) Doi is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 1 - 05:08) Nishina uses dirty boxing to punish Doi while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:56) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:56) Doi is trapped against the cage and Nishina hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 04:38) Nishina hits Doi, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 04:19) Nishina catches Doi with a knee strike to the thigh.
(Rd 1 - 04:10) Nishina scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 03:56) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce separates them.
(Rd 1 - 03:47) The two fighters clinch.
(Rd 1 - 03:47) Nishina works her way to a dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 03:40) Nishina tries to wrestle Doi backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:40) She does so and now has Doi pinned to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:25) Nishina pins Doi up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 03:14) Nishina smothers Doi against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 02:55) Doi is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 02:40) Nishina tries to hit her with an elbow, but Doi works enough space that she can slip out and away, back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 02:10) The two fighters clinch.
(Rd 1 - 02:10) Nishina seems to be the aggressor.
(Rd 1 - 02:03) Doi gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Nishina uses her dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.
(Rd 1 - 01:45) Doi tries to wriggle free, but Nishina controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
(Rd 1 - 01:31) Nishina uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Doi.
(Rd 1 - 01:13) Nishina hits Doi with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 1 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 1 - 00:55) Nishina is trying to muscle Doi up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:55) Nishina does it, Doi is stuck with her back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:44) Nishina smothers Doi against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 00:28) Nishina pins Doi up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:14) Nishina uses dirty boxing to punish Doi while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) Round two begins!
(Rd 2 - 09:50) The fighters get in close and clinch.
(Rd 2 - 09:50) Nishina wrestles her way to a dominant position in the clinch.
(Rd 2 - 09:42) Nishina is trying to push Doi so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:42) She does so and now has Doi pinned to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:31) Doi is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 2 - 09:24) Doi gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.
(Rd 2 - 09:15) Doi is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 2 - 08:55) Nishina hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.
(Rd 2 - 08:44) Nishina pins Doi up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 08:33) Nishina catches Doi with an elbow to the face from the clinch while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:22) Doi takes a knee strike just above the hip.
(Rd 2 - 08:11) Doi takes a knee strike to the inside of her own knee.
(Rd 2 - 08:03) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 08:03) Nishina is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 2 - 07:50) Stepping in, Doi aggressively get a dominant clinch position.
(Rd 2 - 07:30) Doi grabs an arm and tries and pull Nishina down to the ground into her guard.
(Rd 2 - 07:30) Doi gets it, Nishina is now trapped in her guard.
(Rd 2 - 07:15) Doi attempts to grab an arm of Nishina from the bottom of the guard.
(Rd 2 - 07:15) Doi cannot secure the arm.
(Rd 2 - 06:57) Nishina clings very tight to Doi while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.
(Rd 2 - 06:41) Doi tries to get double underhooks on Nishina so that she can get some control, but can't get them.
(Rd 2 - 06:35) Nishina looks to pass guard and get side control.
(Rd 2 - 06:35) She passes the guard well, gaining side control.
(Rd 2 - 05:55) Nishina begins trying to get herself into a mount.
(Rd 2 - 05:55) She doesn't get the mount, but only because Doi rolled over and gave up her back instead.
(Rd 2 - 05:18) Nishina pounds away, landing several clean blows on Doi in the process.
(Rd 2 - 05:04) Doi is in huge trouble now, as Nishina successfully gets both hooks in.
(Rd 2 - 04:49) Nishina pounds away, landing several clean blows on Doi in the process.
(Rd 2 - 04:35) Nishina pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 2 - 04:19) Doi struggles against Nishina and manages to free herself from the hooks.
(Rd 2 - 04:04) Nishina fires away with punches, but Doi deals with them fairly well.
(Rd 2 - 03:45) Nishina gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.
(Rd 2 - 03:22) With both hooks in, Nishina tries to flatten Doi out for the rear naked choke.
(Rd 2 - 03:22) Doi fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
(Rd 2 - 03:01) Nishina loses both hooks, but still has the back.
(Rd 2 - 02:43) Doi is in huge trouble now, as Nishina successfully gets both hooks in.
(Rd 2 - 02:23) Nishina pounds away, but Doi calmly deals with them.
(Rd 2 - 02:04) Doi manages to pull free of the hooks, but still has Nishina on her back.
(Rd 2 - 01:46) Nishina tries to pound on Doi, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
(Rd 2 - 01:28) Nishina blocks an attempt to roll her off of the back.
(Rd 2 - 01:09) Nishina fires away with punches, but Doi doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 2 - 00:56) Doi tries to turn over and sweep Nishina but can't do it.
(Rd 2 - 00:39) Doi is in huge trouble now, as Nishina successfully gets both hooks in.
(Rd 2 - 00:27) Nishina fires off some rights, but Doi isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 2 - 00:12) Nishina loses both hooks, but still has the back.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a quality round and the fans are really getting into this.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Doi is showing clear signs of the beating her body has taken thus far tonight, there are red marks all around her rib cage.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!
(Rd 3 - 09:46) The two fighters clinch.
(Rd 3 - 09:46) Nishina manages to get control of the clinch.
(Rd 3 - 09:36) Nishina hits Doi with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 3 - 09:25) Doi tries to wriggle free, but Nishina controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
(Rd 3 - 09:12) Nishina is looking to muscle Doi back against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 09:12) Nishina does it, Doi is stuck with her back to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 08:54) Doi is trapped against the cage and Nishina hits her with a quick elbow.
(Rd 3 - 08:41) Doi is trapped against the cage and Nishina hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 3 - 08:30) Nishina hits Doi, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 3 - 08:10) Doi is trapped against the cage and Nishina hits her with a quick elbow.
(Rd 3 - 07:56) Nishina tries to throw an elbow, but Doi uses wrestling to prevent her from launching the strike.
(Rd 3 - 07:38) Doi gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.
(Rd 3 - 07:29) Nishina goes for a knee to the thigh but Doi wrestles free and circles back to the center.
(Rd 3 - 07:14) Nishina is starting to have to push herself now, and her corner respond by urging her on a little louder.
(Rd 3 - 07:14) For the first time, Doi is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 3 - 06:59) Up close, they start wrestling.
(Rd 3 - 06:59) Nishina is the aggressor.
(Rd 3 - 06:51) Nishina uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Doi.
(Rd 3 - 06:31) Nishina doesn't look like she has much left in the tank.
(Rd 3 - 06:31) Doi tries to wriggle free, but Nishina controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
(Rd 3 - 06:11) Nishina is trying to muscle Doi up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 06:11) Nishina can't manage it, Doi fought it.
(Rd 3 - 05:53) Nishina uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Doi as they grapple.
(Rd 3 - 05:41) Doi gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Nishina uses her dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.
(Rd 3 - 05:29) Nishina is looking to muscle Doi back against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 05:29) Nishina can't do it though, and Doi gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.
(Rd 3 - 05:06) Doi tries to suck Nishina to the ground by wrapping her legs around the waist and pulling guard.
(Rd 3 - 05:06) The attempt is unsuccessful, Nishina blocked it and takes control of the grappling.
(Rd 3 - 04:53) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 3 - 04:53) Doi tries to wriggle free, but Nishina controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
(Rd 3 - 04:42) Doi tries to wriggle free, but Nishina controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
(Rd 3 - 04:31) Nishina is trying to push Doi so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:31) She does so and now has Doi pinned to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:16) Nishina smothers Doi against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.
(Rd 3 - 04:01) Doi is trapped against the cage and Nishina punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 03:48) Nishina looks for a knee strike, but Doi works enough space that she can pull clear and circle out.
(Rd 3 - 03:37) Doi is starting to have to push herself now, and her corner respond by urging her on a little louder.
(Rd 3 - 03:24) Doi steps in and grapples with her opponent.
(Rd 3 - 03:12) Doi tries to lock her legs around the waist of Nishina, wanting to pull her down to the floor.
(Rd 3 - 03:12) Nishina cannot prevent it, and is sucked into the guard.
(Rd 3 - 02:53) Doi tries to sweep Nishina but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 3 - 02:36) For the moment Nishina is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 3 - 02:17) Time slips away as Nishina successfully keeps Doi stuck against the ground.
(Rd 3 - 01:50) Nishina throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 3 - 01:28) Doi tries to sweep Nishina but can't do it.
(Rd 3 - 01:16) The clock runs down as Doi is being smothered against the ground by Nishina.
(Rd 3 - 00:37) Doi is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Nishina off of her.
(Rd 3 - 00:12) Time slips away as Nishina successfully keeps Doi stuck against the ground.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Here come the official decisions.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Nishina.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Toshie Nishina wins by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Toshie Nishina defeats Hiroko Doi (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Toshie Nishina thanks all her sponsors, then all the fans who turned out to support her. She is asked who she'd like to face next, and replies that she has a lot of respect for the skills of Alison Beattie and that she thinks it would be a great fight.

HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT

Bast_Moulke.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Damien_Jones.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Bast Moulke (3-2, 0-2 CTC, Favorite: -160) vs. "Longshore" Damien Jones (8-3, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +120)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on, Bast Moulke fights 'Longshore' Damien Jones.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Moulke hits two tentative left hands, neither with anything behind them.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Jones throws a one-two, but Moulke was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Setting it up well, Moulke shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Moulke has the takedown and gets side control from it.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Moulke attempts to move to mount.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Jones rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.
(Rd 1 - 08:40) Moulke successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Moulke pounds away with right hands and Jones is having trouble doing anything about it!
(Rd 1 - 08:24) The referee jumps in and saves Jones from taking any more shots!
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Bast Moulke takes the win by TKO!

Official Result: Bast Moulke defeats 'Longshore' Damien Jones (TKO (Strikes) in 1:49 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Bast Moulke name-checks all his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans that turned out to support him.

MIDDLEWEIGHT BOUT

Stuart_Strange.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Atsutane_Akera.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

"Superstar" Stuart Strange (19-5, Favorite: -330) vs. "The Surgeon" Atsutane Akera (9-1, Underdog: +260)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, 'Superstar' Stuart Strange takes on 'The Surgeon' Atsutane Akera in the CTC Middleweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The two fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:45) Akera throws a punch but Strange avoids it.
(Rd 1 - 09:41) Strange seizes the chance and grabs Akera into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Strange hits Akera with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Strange throws a few close-range strikes, but Akera smothers the shots and takes control of the grappling.
(Rd 1 - 08:53) Akera tries to use a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:53) Akera can't get the trip, as Strange wrestles his way into a dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 08:42) Strange tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Akera uses wrestling to smother the attacks.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Strange is trying to push Akera so that his back is up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Strange manages it and controls Akera up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:10) Strange tries to keep him up against the cage, but Akera works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 07:48) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.
(Rd 1 - 07:48) Strange manages to get control of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 07:42) From the grapple, Strange tries to pick Akera up on his shoulder for a slam.
(Rd 1 - 07:42) Strange has him! Slams him down! Strange gets side control.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) Strange pounds away, but Akera calmly deals with them.
(Rd 1 - 07:11) Strange blocks Akera as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:56) In side control, Strange throws a couple of punches designed to keep Akera guessing.
(Rd 1 - 06:29) Akera tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 06:10) Strange fires off some rights, but Akera isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 05:54) Akera tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 05:40) Strange fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 05:17) Akera tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) Strange fires off some rights, but Akera isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 04:51) Strange blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
(Rd 1 - 04:26) Akera hits a left hand, but Strange avoids the kick to the body that it set up.
(Rd 1 - 04:26) Akera unfortunately slips as a result of the miss, and ends up on the ground.
(Rd 1 - 04:15) Strange looks to get on top of Akera.
(Rd 1 - 04:15) Akera is too quick, slipping away from Strange and starting to scramble.
(Rd 1 - 04:00) The scramble results in Akera being on his back pulling half guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:40) Strange pounds away, but Akera calmly deals with them.
(Rd 1 - 03:25) Strange blocks Akera as he tries a transition to full guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:13) Strange throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 02:49) Strange feels Akera prepare to scramble for position and makes sure it doesn't happen.
(Rd 1 - 02:32) Strange looks to pass half guard and get side control.
(Rd 1 - 02:32) He passes half guard, but Akera was ready and immediately starts to scramble.
(Rd 1 - 02:18) The scramble sees Akera up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately.
(Rd 1 - 01:59) Strange shows his grappling ability by trapping Akera up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 01:59) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 00:46) Strange tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Akera uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.
(Rd 1 - 00:27) Smothered against the cage, Akera cannot get free.
(Rd 1 - 00:27) They exchange close-quarters punches until the round ends.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!
(Rd 2 - 09:53) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.
(Rd 2 - 09:53) Strange looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.
(Rd 2 - 09:46) Using his wrestling skills, Strange is trying to push Akera up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:46) Strange manages it and controls Akera up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:31) Strange stomps down on his opponent's foot.
(Rd 2 - 09:16) Akera is pressed up against the cage and held there.
(Rd 2 - 09:16) They remain there for at least thirty seconds, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 08:44) Strange smothers Akera up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:44) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.
(Rd 2 - 07:35) Showing his ability to control opponents, Strange smothers Akera against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 07:35) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 06:29) The lack of progress forces referee Leo Behan to separate the two fighters.
(Rd 2 - 06:22) It looked like we were about to see Strange try and get some grappling started, but Akera was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 06:22) Akera lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 2 - 06:07) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.
(Rd 2 - 06:07) Strange seems to be the aggressor.
(Rd 2 - 06:01) Strange is looking to muscle Akera back against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 06:01) Strange manages it and controls Akera up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 05:49) Strange tries to keep him up against the cage, but Akera works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 05:37) Taking a few gulps of breath, Strange is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 2 - 05:25) They come together in a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 05:25) Strange seems to be the aggressor.
(Rd 2 - 05:15) Strange is trying to push Akera so that his back is up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 05:15) He does so and now has Akera pinned to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 05:01) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Strange keeps Akera stuck against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 05:01) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further thirty seconds.
(Rd 2 - 04:25) Strange tries to keep Akera up against the cage for some dirty boxing, but Akera works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 03:59) Strange looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Akera simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 03:59) Akera lands a left hand and then hits Strange with a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 03:43) Akera lands two jabs and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 2 - 03:30) For the first time, Akera is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 2 - 03:22) A jab is wide from Akera, but then he hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 2 - 03:22) Strange looks to have been cut under his eye.
(Rd 2 - 03:14) Strange seizes the chance and grabs Akera into a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 03:05) Clinched with Akera, Strange looks to try and take him down.
(Rd 2 - 03:05) Akera blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 02:43) Akera tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.
(Rd 2 - 02:43) Akera gets side control off a superb outside leg trip!
(Rd 2 - 02:28) Looking to catch his breath, Akera is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 2 - 02:11) Akera blocks Strange as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 2 - 01:53) In side control, Akera catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 2 - 01:33) Akera blocks Strange as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 2 - 01:21) Akera attempts to armbar Strange from side control.
(Rd 2 - 01:21) Strange blocks it.
(Rd 2 - 01:01) Strange tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 2 - 00:45) Akera tries to ensnare Strange in an arm triangle.
(Rd 2 - 00:45) Strange stops Akera from applying it.
(Rd 2 - 00:25) Strange tries to pull guard on Akera but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 2 - 00:13) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Strange.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!
(Rd 3 - 09:50) The two fighters clinch.
(Rd 3 - 09:50) Strange is the aggressor in the clinch.
(Rd 3 - 09:42) Strange is trying to muscle Akera up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 09:42) He does so and now has Akera pinned to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 09:25) Strange shows his grappling ability by trapping Akera up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 09:25) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.
(Rd 3 - 08:11) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Strange is keeping Akera pressed up tightly against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 08:11) Thirty seconds passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 3 - 07:39) Akera wrestles back against Strange, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage.
(Rd 3 - 07:12) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.
(Rd 3 - 07:12) Strange works his way to a dominant position.
(Rd 3 - 07:05) Using his wrestling skills, Strange is trying to push Akera up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 07:05) Strange does it, Akera is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 06:51) Strange tries to maintain control, but Akera wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.
(Rd 3 - 06:31) Strange looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Akera simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 3 - 06:31) A jab is wide from Akera, but then he catches Strange with a right roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 3 - 06:08) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.
(Rd 3 - 06:08) Strange wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.
(Rd 3 - 05:58) With control of the clinch, Strange tries to complete a takedown.
(Rd 3 - 05:58) Akera blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.
(Rd 3 - 05:42) Strange tries to wrestle Akera backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 05:42) Akera isn't going anywhere though.
(Rd 3 - 05:31) Strange is trying to muscle Akera up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 05:31) Strange manages it and controls Akera up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 05:18) Smothered against the cage, Akera cannot get free.
(Rd 3 - 05:18) The next thirty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.
(Rd 3 - 04:39) Akera wrestles back against Strange, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:24) Strange is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.
(Rd 3 - 04:12) A jab lands from Akera, but Strange evades a big right punch.
(Rd 3 - 03:55) A tired-looking Akera shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 3 - 03:55) Strange sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and pulls Akera into a clinch.
(Rd 3 - 03:41) Strange tries to wrestle Akera backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 03:41) Strange does it, Akera is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 03:26) Strange tries a foot stomp, but Akera seizes the chance to create some space and break free.
(Rd 3 - 02:59) Akera can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 02:55) Strange seizes the chance and grabs Akera into a clinch.
(Rd 3 - 02:49) Strange is looking really tired.
(Rd 3 - 02:49) Strange is looking to muscle Akera back against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 02:49) Akera doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.
(Rd 3 - 02:21) Akera looks to take Strange down with a trip.
(Rd 3 - 02:21) Akera doesn't get it, Strange blocked any attempt to move him.
(Rd 3 - 02:09) Akera tries to use a trip takedown.
(Rd 3 - 02:09) Strange has no answer to a slick trip, he is left down under side control!
(Rd 3 - 01:51) Looking to catch his breath, Akera is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 3 - 01:35) Akera blocks Strange as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 3 - 01:22) Akera tries to ensnare Strange in a kimura.
(Rd 3 - 01:22) A kimura is fully applied, Strange is in huge trouble!
(Rd 3 - 01:22) Shockingly, Akera loses it! Strange pops his arm free, and has somehow survived!
(Rd 3 - 01:22) Despite that, Strange remains under side control.
(Rd 3 - 00:51) Strange tries to pull guard on Akera but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 3 - 00:39) Akera tries to ensnare Strange in a kimura.
(Rd 3 - 00:39) Strange stops Akera from applying it.
(Rd 3 - 00:01) Strange tries to pull guard on Akera but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges have given Strange the win.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) 'Superstar' Stuart Strange is the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: 'Superstar' Stuart Strange defeats 'The Surgeon' Atsutane Akera (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Stuart Strange thanks his sponsors, then thanks all the fans who turned out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says he is already looking forward to his next fight. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him.

MAIN CARD

Broadcast Live On Tournament TV Around The World

LIGHTWEIGHT BOUT

Bud_Brockett.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Ahmed_Mohamed_Farag.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Bud "The Rocket" Brockett (12-3, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -520) vs. Ahmed Mohamed Farag (9-1, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +410)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) We open the main portion of the show with Bud 'The Rocket' Brockett squaring off with Ahmed Mohamed Farag.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Leo Behan.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Millhouse Twain, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) They touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Brockett sets it up well and shoots in at speed.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:42) Brockett is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.
(Rd 1 - 09:42) Farag was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) The scramble somehow results in Farag underneath Brockett in north-south position.
(Rd 1 - 09:16) Moving around, Brockett slides into side control.
(Rd 1 - 08:59) Brockett attempts to move to mount.
(Rd 1 - 08:59) He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Brockett blocks Farag as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:01) Brockett looks to get a mount.
(Rd 1 - 08:01) He can't get the mount as Farag rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.
(Rd 1 - 07:37) Brockett tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 07:37) Farag stops Brockett from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 1 - 07:07) Brockett blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 06:45) Farag is in huge trouble now, as Brockett successfully gets both hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 06:32) Brockett, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 06:32) The rear naked choke is in deep, Farag has to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 06:12) Bud 'The Rocket' Brockett takes the win by submission!

Official Result: Bud 'The Rocket' Brockett defeats Ahmed Mohamed Farag (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:48 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Bud Brockett thanks all his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters.

CTC SEASON 3 BANTAMWEIGHT TOURNAMENT FINAL BOUT

Kanji_Togo(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Markus_Waller(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Kanji Togo (22-6, 2-0 CTC, Underdog: +100) vs. Markus Waller (10-1, 5-1 CTC, Favorite: -130)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Kanji Togo taking on Markus Waller.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The CTC Season 3 Bantamweight Tournament tournament ends here!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Waller can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Togo appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.
(Rd 1 - 09:45) Togo seizes the chance and grabs Waller into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:38) Togo looks to set up a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:38) Togo uses a superb outside leg trip!
(Rd 1 - 09:38) The takedown allows Togo to take the back of Waller.
(Rd 1 - 09:12) Togo tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 09:12) Waller stops Togo from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 1 - 08:43) Togo blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) Togo gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Togo attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Waller stops Togo from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Togo maintains his hooks, despite Waller trying to break them.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Togo, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Waller fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
(Rd 1 - 07:02) Togo pounds away on Waller, but few of the shots lands clean.
(Rd 1 - 06:48) Togo pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.
(Rd 1 - 06:32) Togo pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 06:16) Togo maintains his hooks, despite Waller trying to break them.
(Rd 1 - 05:58) Togo fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.
(Rd 1 - 05:40) Togo keeps both hooks, despite Waller trying to pull them apart.
(Rd 1 - 05:20) Togo fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.
(Rd 1 - 04:50) Togo fires away with punches, but Waller doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 1 - 04:31) Waller attempts to pull free of the hooks, but Togo doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) Togo fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.
(Rd 1 - 03:43) Togo pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 03:06) Togo pounds away, but Waller isn't troubled by the strikes.
(Rd 1 - 02:54) Togo keeps both hooks, despite Waller trying to pull them apart.
(Rd 1 - 02:43) Togo pounds away, but Waller isn't troubled by the strikes.
(Rd 1 - 02:23) Waller tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.
(Rd 1 - 02:09) Togo fires off some rights, but Waller isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 01:33) Togo pounds away, but Waller isn't troubled by the strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:22) Waller tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.
(Rd 1 - 01:08) Togo pounds away, but Waller isn't troubled by the strikes.
(Rd 1 - 00:51) Togo keeps both hooks, despite Waller trying to pull them apart.
(Rd 1 - 00:34) Togo fires away with punches, but Waller doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:21) Waller struggles against Togo but cannot get himself free from the hooks.
(Rd 1 - 00:05) Togo fires off some rights, but Waller isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Togo.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) We are back underway!
(Rd 2 - 09:50) Waller connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 2 - 09:40) Togo seizes the chance and grabs Waller into a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 09:33) Togo looks to set up a trip takedown.
(Rd 2 - 09:33) He trips Waller, sending him down!
(Rd 2 - 09:33) Togo takes the back of Waller directly off the takedown.
(Rd 2 - 09:05) Togo increases his control by getting both hooks in.
(Rd 2 - 08:46) Togo pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 2 - 08:33) Waller tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.
(Rd 2 - 08:21) Togo, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
(Rd 2 - 08:21) Waller gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!
(Rd 2 - 08:04) The winner, by submission; Kanji Togo!
(Rd 2 - 08:04) Kanji Togo wins the CTC Season 3 Bantamweight Tournament tournament!

Official Result: Kanji Togo defeats Markus Waller (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:56 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Kanji Togo gives a name-check to everyone at Top Team Japan, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family and supporters. Looking at a replay of the finish, Kanji Togo says that it was part of the gameplan and that he was waiting for the right moment to apply it.

Kanji Togo Wins The Season 3 Bantamweight Tournament

Future Title Fight: Brian Claremont vs. Kanji Togo

CTC SEASON 3 MIDDLEWEIGHT TOURNAMENT FINAL BOUT

Petey_Mack(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Bambang_Sriyanto(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

"The Mack Attack" Petey Mack (16-6, 5-1 CTC, Favorite: -300) vs. Bambang Sriyanto (29-10-2, 2-0 CTC, Underdog: +250)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up, 'The Mack Attack' Petey Mack vs. Bambang Sriyanto.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) This is for all the marbles - the finals of the CTC Season 3 Middleweight Tournament tournament!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Mack comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Sriyanto fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Mack hits a left jab and then he hits Sriyanto with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) Mack attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) Sriyanto hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) A jab is wide from Mack, but then he catches Sriyanto with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:55) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:55) Sriyanto is off target with a left jab but lands a left hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 08:55) Mack attacks with five quick punches and lands four of them but misses with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 08:25) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:25) Sriyanto misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Mack to attack with a quick left jab and a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 08:05) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:05) Sriyanto misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Mack comes in with a quick kick.
(Rd 1 - 07:53) Sriyanto limps slightly as he circles.
(Rd 1 - 07:39) Mack comes forward, walking down Sriyanto.
(Rd 1 - 07:39) Sriyanto lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 07:39) Mack can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Sriyanto with a right roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 07:19) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 06:56) Mack initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:56) Sriyanto misses with a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 06:56) Mack connects with a jab but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up.
(Rd 1 - 06:43) Mack comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:43) Sriyanto fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 06:43) Mack throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 1 - 06:21) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 06:21) Sriyanto finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 1 - 06:21) Mack scores with three punches out of a sudden flurry but misses a high kick.
(Rd 1 - 05:43) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) Sriyanto shows his good head movement, bobbing and weaving his way past two punches.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) Sriyanto is off-target with a jab and also fails on a hook attempt to the body.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) We go past the halfway point of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:46) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 04:46) Mack fails on a leg kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 04:46) Sriyanto misses with a right hand as Mack slipped past it.
(Rd 1 - 04:38) Sriyanto limps slightly as he circles.
(Rd 1 - 04:23) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 03:48) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.
(Rd 1 - 03:26) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 03:26) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything.
(Rd 1 - 03:26) Mack is off-target with a jab and also doesn't make contact on a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 03:26) Sriyanto doesn't connect with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 03:03) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 03:03) Sriyanto misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Mack attacks with a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 02:54) Taking a few gulps of breath, Mack is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 1 - 02:47) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:47) Sriyanto counters a right hand with a left jab and a left kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 02:27) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 1 - 02:03) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.
(Rd 1 - 01:42) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.
(Rd 1 - 01:22) Mack comes forward, walking down Sriyanto.
(Rd 1 - 01:22) Sriyanto manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 01:22) Mack comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing one of them, but misses with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 00:47) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:47) Mack slips past a right hook and counters with a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 00:26) Mack comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 00:26) Sriyanto hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 00:26) Mack lands a left hand and then he lands a vicious right cross!
(Rd 1 - 00:26) Sriyanto hits the floor, he has been knocked out!
(Rd 1 - 00:14) The winner, by knock out, is 'The Mack Attack' Petey Mack!
(Rd 1 - 00:14) Petey Mack is the CTC Season 3 Middleweight Tournament tournament winner!

Official Result: 'The Mack Attack' Petey Mack defeats Bambang Sriyanto (Knock Out (Punch) in 9:46 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Petey Mack gives a name-check to everyone at Mean Machines, all his various sponsors, then all his family, friends, and supporters. Petey Mack has a lot of natural charisma, and that shines in these sorts of settings.

Petey Mack Wins The Season 3 Middleweight Tournament

Future Title Fight: JJ Reid vs. Petey Mack II

CO-MAIN EVENT

CTC SEASON 3 WOMENS FEATHERWEIGHT TOURNAMENT FINAL BOUT

Regina_de_Avila(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Janey_McDwyre(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

"The Spectre" Regina de Avila (6-0, 4-0 CTC, Favorite: -380) vs. Janey McDwyre (6-1, 5-1 CTC, Underdog: +300)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Spectre' Regina de Avila battles Janey McDwyre in the CTC Womens Featherweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) This is the final of the CTC Season 3 Womens Featherweight Tournament tournament!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Millhouse Twain.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's no touch of gloves to start with, drawing an audible reaction from the crowd.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) de Avila steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) McDwyre hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) de Avila lands a left jab but McDwyre evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 09:26) de Avila comes forward, walking down McDwyre.
(Rd 1 - 09:26) McDwyre manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 09:26) de Avila hits a left jab and then she hits McDwyre with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:08) de Avila attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:08) McDwyre manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 09:08) de Avila throws a one-two, but McDwyre was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 08:53) de Avila moves forward, constantly trying to pressure McDwyre into exchanging strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:53) McDwyre lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 08:53) de Avila connects with a nice jab and then she hits McDwyre with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:31) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 08:08) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:08) McDwyre misses with a big right hand, allowing de Avila to counter with a jab and a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:41) de Avila comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 07:41) McDwyre hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:41) de Avila hits a left hand but McDwyre avoids a big right.
(Rd 1 - 07:23) de Avila, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.
(Rd 1 - 07:23) McDwyre throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 1 - 07:07) de Avila comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 07:07) de Avila gets the takedown! McDwyre pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:58) de Avila tries to pound on McDwyre, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) Using her leg strength to push de Avila back a bit, McDwyre looks to scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) There wasn't enough separation though, de Avila is able to catch her and secure side control.
(Rd 1 - 06:26) de Avila tries to lock McDwyre in an arm triangle.
(Rd 1 - 06:26) McDwyre fights off the arm triangle attempt.
(Rd 1 - 05:51) de Avila blocks McDwyre as she tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:34) de Avila tries to ensnare McDwyre in an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 05:34) de Avila gets an armbar and applies pressure to the arm, McDwyre is in huge trouble!
(Rd 1 - 05:34) No! She pops her arm free. That was really close.
(Rd 1 - 05:34) de Avila smartly reacts by securing side control once again.
(Rd 1 - 05:05) McDwyre tries to move to guard, but de Avila doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 04:48) de Avila tries to lock McDwyre into an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 04:48) McDwyre blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 04:18) McDwyre tries to sweep de Avila, but only succeeds in giving up her back!
(Rd 1 - 03:59) de Avila attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
(Rd 1 - 03:59) McDwyre defends herself well against the choke.
(Rd 1 - 03:30) McDwyre tries a roll, but doesn't budge de Avila.
(Rd 1 - 03:15) de Avila tries to put McDwyre in a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 03:15) McDwyre doesn't allow the arm to go under her chin.
(Rd 1 - 02:49) de Avila blocks an attempt to roll her off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 02:38) de Avila tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 02:38) de Avila flattens McDwyre out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!
(Rd 1 - 02:20) Regina de Avila takes the victory by way of submission!
(Rd 1 - 02:20) Regina de Avila is the CTC Season 3 Womens Featherweight Tournament tournament winner!

Official Result: 'The Spectre' Regina de Avila defeats Janey McDwyre (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:40 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Regina de Avila name-checks all her sponsors, then thanks all her fans who turned out to support her. The interview itself wasn't that great, but she is so photogenic that just being on-camera boosts her profile.

Regina de Avila Wins The CTC Season 3 Womens Featherweight Tournament

Future Title Fight: Hope Lehane vs. Regina de Avila

MAIN EVENT

CTC WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT TITLE BOUT

Pamela_O'Neill.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Leona_Deschanel.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Pamela "The Truth" O'Neill © (18-1, 5-0 CTC, Favorite: -570) vs. Leona "Dizzy" Deschanel (11-1, 4-1, Underdog: +450)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Pamela 'The Truth' O'Neill battles Leona 'Dizzy' Deschanel in the CTC Womens Bantamweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The CTC Womens Bantamweight title is on the line.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Deschanel looked like she was about to shoot, but O'Neill stepped in fast and started a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:44) O'Neill tries to take Deschanel down.
(Rd 1 - 09:44) Deschanel stops the takedown attempt, then uses her wrestling to take control of the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 09:23) Deschanel is trying to muscle O'Neill up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:23) Deschanel can't manage it, O'Neill fought it.
(Rd 1 - 09:10) O'Neill tries to take Deschanel down.
(Rd 1 - 09:10) It doesn't work, Deschanel defended against it well.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) O'Neill attempts to wrestle Deschanel to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) It's unsuccessful, Deschanel maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) O'Neill seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) O'Neill moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) O'Neill uses a left jab, but Deschanel steps back to avoid a right to the body.
(Rd 1 - 08:06) Deschanel shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:06) O'Neill cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:59) Deschanel smothers O'Neill with her body by pushing forward and down.
(Rd 1 - 07:31) For the moment Deschanel is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) O'Neill tries to catch Deschanel with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 06:53) Deschanel smothers O'Neill with her body by pushing forward and down.
(Rd 1 - 06:31) Deschanel throws several small strikes at O'Neill, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that she has no space to work with.
(Rd 1 - 06:12) O'Neill pulls Deschanel down in close and hits her with a couple of short punches to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 06:00) Time slips away as Deschanel successfully keeps O'Neill stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 05:12) O'Neill steps in and works her way to a dominant position in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) O'Neill looks to sweep a leg out from under Deschanel so as to take her down with a trip.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) O'Neill uses a nice inside leg trip and Deschanel is forced to pull half guard!
(Rd 1 - 04:42) O'Neill looks to get past the half guard.
(Rd 1 - 04:42) She is too good for Deschanel slipping out of half guard and straight into a mount.
(Rd 1 - 04:07) O'Neill tries to ensnare Deschanel in an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 04:07) Deschanel rolls with it, using the armbar attempt as a way of getting on top in side control.
(Rd 1 - 03:37) Deschanel pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 1 - 03:26) O'Neill tries to move to guard, but Deschanel doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 03:11) Deschanel throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch her breath.
(Rd 1 - 02:55) O'Neill tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 02:36) Deschanel pounds away with some elbow strikes but is unable to inflict much damage on O'Neill.
(Rd 1 - 02:19) O'Neill tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 02:07) Deschanel tries to pound on O'Neill with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 01:53) O'Neill tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 01:33) Deschanel keeps O'Neill guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) Deschanel throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 00:46) Deschanel blocks O'Neill as she tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:34) The lack of progress forces referee Kyle Crisp to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 00:22) O'Neill connects with a jab, but Deschanel evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 00:07) Two jabs hit home from O'Neill and then she scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!
(Rd 2 - 09:48) O'Neill looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.
(Rd 2 - 09:48) Deschanel looked like she was going to shoot, but O'Neill simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 09:48) O'Neill throws a hook to the body, but Deschanel steps back to avoid it.
(Rd 2 - 09:32) A jab hits home from O'Neill and then she hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 2 - 09:15) O'Neill steps in and works her way to a dominant position in the clinch.
(Rd 2 - 08:59) O'Neill tries to take Deschanel down.
(Rd 2 - 08:59) Deschanel stops the takedown attempt, then uses her wrestling to take control of the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 08:34) Using her wrestling skills, Deschanel is trying to push O'Neill up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:34) Deschanel can't do it though, O'Neill defended it well.
(Rd 2 - 08:20) Clinched with Deschanel, O'Neill looks to try and take her down.
(Rd 2 - 08:20) Deschanel stops the takedown attempt, then uses her wrestling to take control of the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 07:57) Deschanel is trying to push O'Neill so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 07:57) Deschanel can't do it though, O'Neill defended it well.
(Rd 2 - 07:43) O'Neill attempts to wrestle Deschanel to the ground.
(Rd 2 - 07:43) O'Neill doesn't get the takedown, Deschanel instead wrestles her way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 07:32) Deschanel is trying to muscle O'Neill up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 07:32) O'Neill ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 07:14) Unable to break free, O'Neill is smothered up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 07:14) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for thirty seconds or more.
(Rd 2 - 06:32) Deschanel tries to keep her up against the cage, but O'Neill works enough space that she can slip out and away, back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 06:08) A jab hits home from O'Neill and then she hits a fast high right kick to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 05:59) Deschanel is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled her! She staggers back against the cage and covers up, trying to buy time to recover!
(Rd 2 - 05:59) O'Neill moves in for the kill and lands a huge right hand! Deschanel is knocked out cold!
(Rd 2 - 05:52) By knock out, the winner is Pamela O'Neill!
(Rd 2 - 05:52) Pamela 'The Truth' O'Neill makes her second defence of the CTC Womens Bantamweight title.

Official Result: Pamela 'The Truth' O'Neill defeats Leona 'Dizzy' Deschanel (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:08 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Average.

Post-Fight: Pamela O'Neill thanks everyone connected to World Beaters Academy for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. She has the CTC Womens Bantamweight belt around her waist and celebrates having defended the title successfully.

Pamela O'Neill Retains The CTC Womens Bantamweight Title

Defences: 2 (Sayoko Ebisawa, Leona Deschanel)

Attendance: 2,203

Gate Reciepts: $398,632

Sponsorship: $52,926

Ad Revenue: $2,512,415

Merchandise: $8,965

Fighter Pay: $205,428 (Highest Paid: Pamela O'Neill, $67,280)

Drug Testing: $12,386

Production: $57,763

Profit: $2,697,361

Critical Rating: 70%

Commercial Rating: 86%

Fight of the Night: Regina de Avila vs. Janey McDwyre

KO of the Night: Pamela O'Neill (vs. Leona Deschanel)

Submission of the Night: Bud Brockett (vs. Ahmed Mohamed Farag)

UPDATED TOURNAMENT BRACKETS

News

- The CTC announce that Damien Jones has been cut from the roster following three straight losses. He leaves the CTC with a promotion record of 0-3, including a Unanimous Decision loss to Hanif Hussain in the Quarter-Finals of the Season 1 Heavyweight Tournament at Canadian Tournament Combat 4, a first round submission loss to Chuck Dooley at CTC Sunday Night Fights 10, and a first round TKO loss to Bast Moulke at Canadian Tournament Combat 48.

- ALPHA-1 have announced that they are starting a Featherweight Division. With the best of the Division fighting with the CTC, they will have to settle for raiding KDM FC, SIGMA, and XCC.

CageRage · June 3, 2020

News -- April 2003

CTC Talent Acquisitions

Super Heavyweight

Efren Luat

Melvin Yeo

Light Heavyweight

Tikhon Diev

Welterweight

David Webb

Lightweight

Atep of Indonesia

Datuk Ong Ka Ting

Fumiaki Hayashi

Perry Madison

Womens Flyweight

Alison Beattie

CTC Popularity

Canada 83.4% (High Level National) (#1 Company Rankings)

USA 53.0% (Mid Level National)

South America 46.2% (Mid Level National)

UK 43.2% (Mid Level National)

Central America 43.1% (Mid Level National)

Mexico 41.4% (Mid Level National)

Europe 16.0% (Low Level National)

Asia 15.5% (Low Level National)

Africa 15.1% (Low Level National)

Japan 14.1% (Low Level National)

Australia 11.0% (Low Level National)

Russia 8.8% (Low Level National)

Company Rankings

#1. Canadian Tournament Combat (83.4% High Level National, Canada)

#2. Global Association of Mixed Martial Arts (59.8% Mid Level National, USA)

#3. ALPHA-1: Japanese Mixed Martial Arts (55.5% Mid Level National, Japan)

#4. British Cage Fighting (83.3% High Level Regional, UK)

#5. Signature Martial Arts (47.5% Mid Level Regional, Europe)

#6. Kadeno De Mano Fighting Circuit (44.3% Mid Level Regional, Asia)

#7. Womens Extreme Fighting Federation (40.0% Mid Level Regional, Canada)

#8. Xtreme Cage Combat (32.1% Low Level Regional, USA)

CTC Internationally Ranked Fighters

Womens P4P #1 Fighter: Pamela O'Neill (CTC)

Womens Flyweight (#1 Sandy Oliver, CTC)

Sandy Oliver (#1, #2 P4P)

Steph Smith (#2, #4 P4P)

Jessica Herbig (#3, #7 P4P)

Rennaya Rives (#4, #9 P4P)

Manami Ken (#5, #12 P4P)

April Watson (#6, #13 P4P)

Daniela Sadorra (#7, #16 P4P)

Helena Broderick (#8, #17 P4P)

Natalie Rogers (#9, #19 P4P)

Carina Costa (#10, #20 P4P)

Karen Curtis (#11, #24 P4P)

Joan Whitehouse (#12, #25 P4P)

Shannon Palmer (#13)

Honey Due (#14)

Trish Biel (#15)

Kimie Igarashi (#16)

Katherine Williams (#17)

Roz Wareing (#18)

Jenny DeNeuve (#19)

Hazel McClay (#20)

Leslie Myers (#21)

Andrea Jones (#22)

Layla Holmes (#23)

Ramona Stivic (#24)

Chisaki Gojo (#25)

Womens Bantamweight (#1, Pamela O'Neill, CTC)

Pamela O'Neill (#1, #1 P4P)

Sarah Vaughan (#2, #5 P4P)

Leona Deschanel (#3, #6 P4P)

Thea Higgins (#4, #14 P4P)

Rain Richard (#5, #18 P4P)

Gina Dixon (#6, #21 P4P)

Gianna Russo (#7, #22 P4P)

Hanae Maehata (#8)

Hester Maclean (#9)

Emma Birch (#10)

Sayoko Ebisawa (#11)

Monica Masters (#12)

Maya Komagata (#13)

Samantha Sachs (#14)

Michelle Addams (#15)

Carmen Routhwaite (#16)

Taniko Uchiyama (#17)

Tiiu Kass (#18)

Katy-Jayne Paulson (#19)

Mizuki Watanabe (#20)

Yutsuko Sasaki (#21)

Junko Yamada (#22)

Ruth Becker (#23)

Suzanee Elder (#24)

Setsuko Henmi (#25)

Womens Featherweight (#1 Hope Lehane, CTC)

Hope Lehane (#1, #3 P4P)

Regina de Avila (#2, #11 P4P)

Alyson Arroway (#3, #23 P4P)

Sayoko Ebisawa (#4)

Hanako Shimizu (#5)

Taniko Uchiyama (#6)

Saya Ikegami (#7)

Anna Thompson (#8)

Kelly Andrews (#9)

Piper Evergood (#10)

Janey McDwyre (#11)

Machiko Fujii (#12)

Rosamaria Correa (#13)

Fusae Miura (#14)

Romi Takahashi (#15)

Echiko Watanabe (#16)

Lynda Epsom (#17)

Yutsuko Sasaki (#18)

Kirsten Page (#19)

Laura Adair (#20)

Eiko Shiokawa (#21)

Naora Kikuchi (#22)

Yuya Shimizu (#23)

Mizuki Watanabe (#24)

Umeka Fujiwara (#25)

Womens Lightweight (#1 Haley Croft, CTC)

Haley Croft (#1, #8 P4P)

Alisha Wood (#2, #10 P4P)

Idina Micklewhite (#3, #15 P4P)

Tabitha Cameron (#4)

Rachel McGuiness (#5)

Catherine Newmar (#6)

Verona Joseph (#7)

Anna Thompson (#8)

Chelsea Lawson (#9)

Janinha (#10)

Laura Adair (#11)

Fi Johns (#12)

Haley Lovebond (#13)

Naora Kikuchi (#14)

Lynda Epsom (#15)

Laia Leele (#16)

Shaunagh Stoltmann (#17)

Umeka Fujiwara (#18)

Kerry Silverman (#19)

Mens P4P #1: Matthew Dean (GAMMA)

Bantamweight (#1 Brian Claremont, CTC)

Brian Claremont (#1)

Kanji Togo (#2)

Ollie Rockmetteller (#3)

Willy Bassett (#4)

Riveron Potter-Pirbright (#5)

Markus Waller (#6)

Sophan Sastrowardoya (#7)

Roddy Wickham (#8)

Zach Steggles (#9)

Ryozo Ozawa (#10)

John Hatter (#11)

Supachai Thamsatchanan (#12)

Newton Reis (#13)

D'Arcy Spode (#14)

Stefan Champion (#15)

Apolonio Redondo Jr. (#16)

Aubrey Bassington-Bassington (#17)

Gus Waters (#18)

Zabit Mansurov (#20)

Ronnarit Mamanee (#21)

Kawin Kayem (#22)

Stiffy Little (#23)

Alongkorn Phuk-hom (#24)

Shoin Chiba (#25)

Featherweight (#1 Lamont Banner, CTC)

Lamont Banner (#1)

Li-Kong Ho (#2)

Philip Ziskie (#3)

Tomohiro Takeuchi (#4)

Masahiro Maeno (#5)

Manish Khan (#6)

Snorri Gunnarsson (#7)

Luiz Machado (#8)

Lars Bohlin (#9)

Yagi Jokichi (#10)

Kenji Akita (#11)

Francesco Marazzina (#12)

David James Diggle (#13)

Alejandro Laguera (#14)

Nuno Valentino (#15)

Jason Dalglish (#17)

Fernando Peragon (#18)

Sammy Gaffigan (#19)

Rafael Tavares (#20)

Anthony Ray Shenkman (#21)

Yoshiro Makamori (#22)

Colm Dee (#23)

Frank Ramita (#24)

Ward Maloprop (#25)

Lightweight (#1 Jake Keane, GAMMA)

Benny Danare (#3, #19 P4P)

Helio (#5)

Naizen Hamacho (#8)

Atep of Indonesia (#9)

Brandon Sugar (#10)

Manoel Cabral (#11)

Tim Oldacres (#13)

Datuk Ong Ka Ting (#14)

Sean Morrison (#15)

Georges Nouri (#16)

Bud Brockett (#17)

Luke Hilton (#18)

Chan Kim Huat (#23)

Bruce Steven (#24)

Lukas Mellberg (#25)

Welterweight (#1 Julio Regueiro, GAMMA)

Bobby Brubaker (#2, #9 P4P)

Ichisake Miyagi (#3, #5 P4P)

Josh Aldarisio (#4, #14 P4P)

Alberto Basora (#7, #23 P4P)

Gabriel Gallego (#8)

Darin Blood (#9)

Noach Van Der Capellen (#11)

Fukusaburu Hirano (#13)

Evgeni Medtner (#14)

Syed Tan (#16)

Nathan Chambers (#18)

Rufus Stephens (#19)

Jens Halle (#20)

Evan Gardner (#21)

Chew Chua (#23)

Templeton Crumb (#24)

David Webb (#25)

Middleweight (#1 Matthew Dean, GAMMA)

JJ Reid (#2, #11 P4P)

Petey Mack (#4, #12 P4P)

Rob Baines (#5, #15 P4P)

Joaquim Fontes (#6)

Fjodor Kanchelskis (#9)

Osmosis Benn (#10)

Buddy Garner (#11)

Thais Antonio Taffarel (#12)

Tadao Miyazaki (#14)

Tora Mizwar (#15)

Bambang Sriyanto (#16)

Neil Napier (#17)

Sutton Ripley (#19)

Mal Phe Roby (#21)

Thorbjorn Rekdal (#22)

Jaromir Grygera (#23)

Light Heavyweight (#1 Jin Katou, ALPHA-1)

Niko Soldo (#4, #10 P4P)

Affonso Villar (#5)

Rafael Van Der Moot (#6)

Aleksei Chekhov (#8)

Mike Watson (#11)

Anthony LeToussier (#15)

Toby Sorkin (#17)

Nicolai Mickiewicz (#18)

Matti Kurri (#19)

Sho Kitabatake (#20)

Marlon John (#21)

Curt Kitson (#25)

Heavyweight (#1 Hassan Fezzik, CTC)

Hassan Fezzik (#1, #4 P4P)

Mason Archer (#2, #18 P4P)

Murilo Satinho (#4, #24 P4P)

Rav Kapur (#6)

James Foster (#8)

Tim Boyer (#11)

Gyokusho Fujimoto (#15)

Souleymane Ya Konan (#16)

Aleksander Ivanov (#19)

Hanif Hussain (#20)

Stjepan Andric (#21)

Christopher Drew (#23)

Ari Peltonen (#25)

Super Heavyweight (#1 Palmer Lette, ALPHA-1)

Teddy Glossop (#2)

George Pickering (#3)

Ali Shivari (#4)

Kel Ryan (#5)

Jutaro Honma (#7)

Den Bickersteth (#8)

John-James McInleen (#9)

Matas Fialkowska (#10)

Hanley Polter (#12)

Kiyomori Sanda (#13)

Frank Paul (#15)

Cory Frain (#16)

Sebastian Cyr (#18)

Efren Luat (#19)

Frank Sheedy (#22)

Fred Goggins (#23)

Melvin Yeo (#24)

Koryusai Tamura (#25)

Other Promotions Shows

GAMMA 59: Pickering vs. Ryan (Friday, Week 2, April 2003)

Title Result: Kel Ryan Wins The GAMMA Super Heavyweight Title

Fight of the Night: Kel Ryan vs. George Pickering

KO of the Night: Kel Ryan (vs. George Pickering)

Submission of the Night: Ruy Mendes da Rocha (vs. Calum Coles)

Performance Bonus: Fiyero Lermontov vs. Moss Gilbert

XCC: Cassaro vs. Beals (Saturday, Week 3, April 2003)

Title Result: Goncalves Cassaro Makes His First Successful Defence of the XCC Lightweight Title

Fight of the Night: Goncalves Cassaro vs. Julian Beals

KO of the Night: Geoff Taggart (vs. Kade Devine)

Submission of the Night: Jerry Pie (vs. Ade Travers)

SIGMA: Klaughnschue vs. McSweegan (Saturday, Week 4, April 2003)

Title Result: Michael Klaughnschue Wins The Vacant SIGMA Light Heavyweight Title

Title Result: Bienvenido Romulo Wins The Vacant SIGMA Heavyweight Title

Fight of the Night: Saul Cervantes vs. Jan Ilic

KO of the Night: Sebastian Pardo (vs. Priti Manek)

Submission of the Night: Vladimir Baskov (vs. Lucas Mueller)

BCF: Schneider vs. Beaumont (Sunday, Week 4, April 2003)

Title Result: Ginger Beaumont Wins The Vacant BCF Middleweight Title

Fight of the Night: Dave Lennon vs. Ilson de Lima

KO of the Night: Danny Akabaro (vs. Murray O'Hare)

Submission of the Night: Ginger Beaumont (vs. Hans-Peter Schneider)

MMA in May 2002

Canadian Tournament Combat will have a full month in May, running five cards, as the Spring Series 4 man tournaments get underway.

Canadian Tournament Combat 49 will be held on Friday, Week 1, May in Quebec, and will feature Semi-Finals in the Light Heavyweight and Womens Lightweight Divisions. The card will be headlined by a Welterweight Title Fight between champion Bobby Brubaker, and 2002 Winter Series Welterweight Tournament winner Josh Aldarisio. Also on the card a Light Heavyweight Tournament Semi-Final between Affonso Villar, and Toby Sorkin.

CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 will be held on Sunday, Week 1, May in Ontario, and will feature fights in the Womens Bantamweight Division. The card will be headlined by a Womens Bantamweight clash between Sarah Vaughan and Gianna Russo. Also on the card a Womens Bantamweight fight between Gina Dixon, and Thea Higgins.

Canadian Tournament Combat 50 will be held on Friday, Week 2, May in Alberta, and will feature Semi-Finals in the Featherweight, and Super Heavyweight Divisions. The card will be headlined by a Featherweight Semi-Final between Masahiro Maeno and Snorri Gunnarsson. Also on the card a Super Heavyweight Semi-Final between Hanley Polter, and Wally Bryant.

Canadian Tournament Combat 51 will be held on Friday, Week 3, May in Saskatchewan, and will feature Semi-Finals in the Welterweight, and Womens Bantamweight Divisions. The card will be headlined by a Welterweight Semi-Final between Darin Blood, and Evgeni Medtner. Also on the card a Welterweight Semi-Finals between Jens Halle, and Rufus Stephens.

Canadian Tournament Combat 52 will be held on Friday, Week 4, May in Manitoba, and will feature Semi-Finals in the Lightweight, and Womens Flyweight Divisions. The card will be headlined by a Lightweight Title Fight between champion Manoel Cabral, and Season 3 Lightweight Tournament winner Benny Danare. Also on the card a Lightweight Semi-Final between Naizen Hamacho and Georges Nouri.

ALPHA-1 will present ALPHA-1: Lette vs. Shivari on Friday, Week 1, May in Kanto, Japan. The card will be headlined by a Super Heavyweight Title Fight between champion Palmer Lette, and challenger Ali Shivari. Also on the card a Light Heavyweight clash between Sho Kitabatake, and Zvonimir Asanovic.

KDMFC will present KDM FC 27: Long vs. Wang on Saturday, Week 1, May in South Eastern Asia. The card will be headlined by a Bantamweight Title Bout between champion Chi Long, and challenger Jonathan Wang. Also on the card a Lightweight Title fight between Shusui Ikoma, and Sadahige Yoshida.

GAMMA will present GAMMA Battle Lines 8: Keane vs. Helio II on Friday, Week 4, May in Texas, USA. The card will be headlined by a Lightweight Title Fight between champion Jake Keane, and challenger Helio. Also on the card is a fight for the vacant Heavyweight Title between Tank Manu'a and Gladstone Lopes.

CageRage · June 3, 2020

CTC: Way of the Warrior, Season 2, Episode 8

Jamie_Barrington.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Darius_Bestb.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Jamie Barrington (Team John) vs. Darius Best (Team Watson)

Qualifier Bout: Jamie Barrington defeats Darius Best by Submission To Strikes

There were brilliantly entertaining castmate interactions

Fletcher Merman really shone in this episode, he's a really entertaining character

Quarter-Finalists (Team John): Antonio Santos, Christopher Sharp, Jamie Barrington

Quarter-Finalists (Team Watson): Manny Van Post, Schalk Rhodes, Mathieu Aumont, Fletcher Merman, Amir Ahmed

CageRage · June 3, 2020

<div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/141d4f0a-1b23-424c-82d3-230ec2552053/p/23aaca75-9255-46ab-8eb3-0f38737f9eb2" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC49.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC49.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Canadian Tournament Combat 49: Spring Series Premiere</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Friday, Week 1, May 2003</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">MAIN EVENT</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">CTC Welterweight Title Bout: Bobby "All-Star" Brubaker © (20-4, 5-0 CTC, Favorite: -130) vs. Josh "TNT" Aldarisio (21-2, 2-0 CTC, Underdog: +100)</div>

Bobby Brubaker is a Taekwondo expert, who is dangerous because of the combination, of crunching power, and excellent technique in his striking game. He has won his first five fights in the CTC, and is coming off his first successful title defence, a first round knock out victory over Jonathan Huang in his last fight. Josh Aldarisio was an outstanding college wrestler who was an alternate for the American Olympic team. He has a lightning fast double leg, and suffocating top control. His stand-up has improved over time, as he attempts to become a complete mixed martial artist. He won the 2002 Winter Series Welterweight Tournament, defeating Kenneth Toadspew by third round submission in the Semi-Finals, and defeating Evgeni Medtner by third round submission in the Finals to earn his title shot.

<div style="text-align:center;">CO-MAIN EVENT</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">2003 Spring Series Light Heavyweight Tournament Semi-Final Bout: Affonso "The Cyborg" Villar (28-4, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -240) vs. Toby "The Judoka Who'll Choke Ya" Sorkin (13-1, Underdog: +190)</div>

Affonso Villar is one of the most destructive forces at Light Heavyweight, a Muay Thai striker, who uses his explosive power, and lightning fast reflexes to win fights. Devastating from the pocket, he has also shown unbelievable takedown defence, leaving opponents with little option other than to engage on the feet. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Curt Kitson in his CTC debut. Toby Sorkin is one of the few high level American Judo competitors to jump to MMA. Along with his obvious grappling prowess, he also brings a great deal of natural athletic ability and raw power to the table. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Spencer Rubenstein in a challenge for the GAMMA Light Heavyweight Title.

<div style="text-align:center;">2003 Spring Series Light Heavyweight Tournament Semi-Final Bout: "The Scourge of Europe" Nicolai Mickiewicz (26-7, 2-1 CTC, Favorite: -110) vs. Aleksei "Fists of Death" Chekhov (25-5, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +100)</div>

Nicolai Mickiewicz is a powerful wrestler, who loves to grind out results with suffocating top control, and excellent ground and pound. He has never been finished in 32 fights. He was the first CTC Light Heavyweight Champion, and is looking to get back to the belt again in this tournament. He is coming off a Split Decision loss to Gustavo Spagnol, where he lost the title. Aleksei Chekhov is a fighter with very little finesse, who likes to stand and bang, and has little time for anything else. He has excellent takedown defence, so his opponents often have no choice but to stand with him. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Mike Watson in his CTC debut.

<div style="text-align:center;">2003 Spring Series Womens Lightweight Tournament Semi-Final Bout: "The Mighty" Alisha Wood (10-4, 4-2 CTC, Favorite: -760) vs. "The Japanese Buzzsaw" Naora Kikuchi (7-5, 1-2 CTC, Underdog: +600)</div>

Alisha Wood is a powerful fighter, who uses her wrestling skills to smother and grind down her opponents. Her only CTC loss was her title challenge against Haley Croft, and she bounced back from that loss with a second round submission victory over Tabitha Cameron in her last fight. Naora Kikuchi is a Muay Thai striker, with deadly strikes in her arsenal, particularly her kicks, where her long legs allow her to attack from range, without getting close enough for her opponent to grab her. She is coming off a 40 second knock out win over Nadine Bernard in her last fight.

<div style="text-align:center;">2003 Spring Series Womens Lightweight Tournament Semi-Final Bout: Catherine "Kitty" Newmar (7-1, 6-1 CTC, Favorite: -420) vs. Laura "The Pissed-Off Angel" Adair (7-4, 1-2 CTC, Underdog: +330)</div>

Catherine Newmar is a fighter from a kickboxing background, who has powerful punches in her arsenal, but lacks in technique. One of the surprise packages of the first year of CTC, coming in as a rookie with only one fight under her belt. Her only loss was to Alisha Wood in the Semi-Finals of the Season 2 Womens Lightweight Tournament, she is now on a two fight win streak, and is coming off a first round TKO victory over Verona Joseph in her last fight. Laura Adair is a dangerous Muay Thai striker who will give a lot of opponents a headache with her vicious knee strikes. She struggled to adjust to life at Lightweight, but is coming off a third round knock out victory over Umeka Fujiwara in her last fight.

<div style="text-align:center;">PRELIMINARY CARD</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Super Heavyweight Bout: OJ Oberst (2-1, Favorite: -560) vs. "Wreck 'Em" Terry Shakespeare (4-6, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +440)</div>

OJ Oberst is a former professional boxer, who is one of the best pure boxers in the sport, the question is if he can get the rest of his MMA game up to snuff. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Bob Dozier in GAMMA. Terry Shakespeare is a kickboxer, who is probably best known for his appearance on GAMMA's Clash of the Titans TV show. He has struggled mightily since coming to the CTC, losing to relative neophites Tommy Cowan, and Colin J L Capes, and this will likely be his last chance to pick up a win.

<div style="text-align:center;">Heavyweight Bout: "Clinch Master" Telfour Moreau (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -110) vs. Jacquelin "The Freak of Nature" Bertrand (0-0, Underdog: +100)</div>

Telfour Moreau is a fighter from a Greco-Roman Wrestling background. For someone with a wrestling background, with the nickname Clinch Master, he really isn't very good from any type of clinch, however, his punching power, and brutal ground and pound still make him very dangerous. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Didier Laurent in his last fight. Jacquelin Bertrand is a fighter from a kickboxing background, who has cross-trained quite a bit, but his tactics still revolve around trying to win fights with one big strike.

<div style="text-align:center;">Womens Flyweight Bout: Alyssa "The Viper" Taylor (7-5, Favorite: -110) vs. Tae Kasuga (8-4, Underdog: +100)</div>

Alyssa Taylor is a decent kickboxer, a dangerous striker, however she is vulnerable if her opponent can get close enough to grapple or take her to the floor. She is coming off a third round TKO loss to Joan Whitehouse in WEFF. Tae Kasuga is a decent kickboxer, who has nothing to seperate her from the crowd, having neither massive power, or impressive skill. She is coming off a Split Decision victory over Diane Ellis in WEFF.

<div style="text-align:center;">Lightweight Bout: Anderson "Flash" Desailly (8-4, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +350) vs. Elvis "The King" Milissis (8-3, 1-1 CTC, Favorite: -450)</div>

Anderson Desailly is one of Brazil's most energetic strikers. A Muay Thai specialist, he has devastating knee strikes in his arsenal, and is not shy about using them. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Ahmed Mahamed Farag in his CTC debut. Elvis Milissis is one of the most physically imposing Lightweights in the world, and is a top quality striker who loves to use head kicks to end fights. He is coming off a third round submission loss to H.M. Menzel in his last fight.

<div style="text-align:center;">Middleweight Bout: Edgar Van Den Hoogenband (8-1, Favorite: -350) vs. Chaim Alexievitch (8-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +270)</div>

Edgar Van Den Hoogenband is one of the very best kickboxers in the world, he can stand and trade with anyone in the sport. He suffered a bad knee injury, and was out for eighteen months, he hasn't been the same since coming back. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Fernando Amaro in his last fight. Chaim Alexievitch is a rugged competitor who has the tenacity of a pitbull in the cage. He likes to grind out results by using his grappling skills to smother an opponent against the cage or ground, from there he can beat them up with dirty boxing, or ground and pound. He is coming off a third round knock out victory over Moe Muschin in his last fight.

<div style="text-align:center;">Womens Lightweight Bout: Joel "The Missile" Pelletier (0-0, Favorite: -740) vs. "The Lioness" Antoinette Demers (0-2, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +590)</div>

Joell Pelletier is a wrestler, who entered MMA as a contestant on CTC: Way of the Warrior Season 1. Thought to be one of the early favorites, she was knocked out in the Quarter-Finals by eventual Finalist Yolanda Bernier. She has strong grappling skills, suffocating top control, and decent ground and pound skills. Antoinette Demers is a boxer by trade, whose elusiveness should make her hard to deal with. She doesn't have much else to her game, and this is likely her last chance to pick up a win. She is coming off a first round submission loss to Diane Taylor in her last fight.

Weigh-In Results

Bobby Brubaker (170 lbs) vs. Josh Aldarisio (170 lbs)

Affonso Villar (205 lbs) vs. Toby Sorkin (205 lbs)

Nicolai Mickiewicz (205 lbs) vs. Aleksei Chekhov (205 lbs)

Alisha Wood (155 lbs) vs. Naora Kikuchi (146 lbs)

Catherine Newmar (155 lbs) vs. Laura Adair (155 lbs)

OJ Oberst (296 lbs) vs. Terry Shakespeare (289 lbs)

Telfour Moreau (232 lbs) vs. Jacquelin Bertrand (265 lbs)

Alyssa Taylor (125 lbs) vs. Tae Kasuga (125 lbs)

Anderson Desailly (155 lbs) vs. Elvis Milissis (155 lbs)

Edgar Van Den Hoogenband (185 lbs) vs. Chaim Alexievitch (185 lbs)

Joell Pelletier (155 lbs) vs. Antoinette Demers (155 lbs)

TOURNAMENT BRACKETS

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7878fe2e-fa5b-47c7-98eb-38867f1be5a6/p/12d99ffe-a39c-4c2c-bdd2-5c5e912cb9e4" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="2003_Spring_Series_Light_Heavyweight_Tournament.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/2003_Spring_Series_Light_Heavyweight_Tournament.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7878fe2e-fa5b-47c7-98eb-38867f1be5a6/p/85090c62-3048-4648-9537-4d50e06d997a" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="2003_Spring_Series_Womens_Lightweight_Tournament.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/2003_Spring_Series_Womens_Lightweight_Tournament.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Canadian Tournament Combat 49 Full Fight Card

WW Title: Bobby Brubaker © vs. Josh Aldarisio

LHW SF: Affonso Villar vs. Toby Sorkin

LHW SF: Nicolai Mickiewicz vs. Aleksei Chekhov

WLW SF: Alisha Wood vs. Naora Kikuchi

WLW SF: Catherine Newmar vs. Laura Adair

SHW: OJ Oberst vs. Terry Shakespeare

HW: Telfour Moreau vs. Jacquelin Bertrand

WFLW: Alyssa Taylor vs. Tae Kasuga

LW: Anderson Desailly vs. Elvis Milissis

MW: Edgar Van Den Hoogenband vs. Chaim Alexievitch

WLW: Joell Pelletier vs. Antoinette Demers

CageRage · June 4, 2020

CTC49.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Friday, Week 1, May 2003

Live From Montreal, Quebec

PRELIMINARY CARD

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

WOMENS LIGHTWEIGHT BOUT

f_white_0017.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

f_white_0075.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Joell "The Missile" Pelletier (0-0, Favorite: -740) vs. "The Lioness" Antoinette Demers (0-2, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +590)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) We open the prelims with Joell 'The Missile' Pelletier taking on 'The Lioness' Antoinette Demers.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 09:51) A jab hits home from Demers and then she scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) It looked like we were about to see Pelletier try and get some grappling started, but Demers was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Demers can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:05) Demers can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:47) Demers can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Pelletier with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:33) Pelletier had looked like she was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 08:33) Demers hits a left jab and then catches Pelletier with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:07) Demers throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 07:47) Pelletier looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Demers simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 07:47) A jab hits home from Demers and then she hits Pelletier with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 07:20) Demers connects with a nice jab and then catches Pelletier with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:00) Pelletier chooses to shoot in on Demers.
(Rd 1 - 07:00) Pelletier has the takedown! Demers pulls half guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:52) Pelletier catches Demers with a glancing elbow strike.
(Rd 1 - 06:43) Demers tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Pelletier.
(Rd 1 - 06:24) Pelletier throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Demers looks ready to try and scramble, but Pelletier is quick to move to prevent that.
(Rd 1 - 05:55) Pelletier fires away with right hands, but Demers doesn't take much damage.
(Rd 1 - 05:44) Demers tries to sweep Pelletier but can't do it.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) Pelletier fires away with punches, but Demers doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 1 - 05:11) Demers tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Pelletier.
(Rd 1 - 04:51) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 1 - 04:51) Pelletier tries to pound on Demers, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) Demers tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Pelletier.
(Rd 1 - 04:13) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 04:00) Demers can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 03:41) Demers can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 03:31) A jab is wide from Demers, but then she catches Pelletier with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 03:10) A jab is wide from Demers, but then she catches Pelletier with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 02:58) Pelletier uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt.
(Rd 1 - 02:58) Demers cannot stop the takedown, Pelletier drove in with too much power with a beauty of a double leg.
(Rd 1 - 02:58) Demers is left seated, with her back to the cage, with Pelletier holding her down.
(Rd 1 - 02:45) Pelletier pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 02:26) Demers, trapped against the cage, pummels Pelletier on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.
(Rd 1 - 02:03) Pelletier unloads with big right hands, but Demers is able to deal with most of them.
(Rd 1 - 01:49) Pelletier pounds away on Demers but can't land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 01:30) Pelletier starts trying to get Demers on her back so that she can gain a better position.
(Rd 1 - 01:30) She does well, and manages to get side control over Demers.
(Rd 1 - 00:42) Looking to catch her breath, Pelletier is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 00:15) Pelletier blocks Demers as she tries a sweep from side control.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) Round two begins!
(Rd 2 - 09:48) Pelletier may have been aiming to get in close, but Demers aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 09:48) Demers can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 2 - 09:38) Demers can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Pelletier with a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 09:21) A jab hits home from Demers and then she scores with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 08:57) Demers looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.
(Rd 2 - 08:57) Pelletier may have been setting up to shoot, but Demers aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 08:57) Demers hits a left jab and then hits Pelletier with a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 08:57) Blood is visible on Pelletier, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above her eye.
(Rd 2 - 08:45) Demers is still moving well, but she is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 2 - 08:30) Pelletier moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt her opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.
(Rd 2 - 08:30) A jab is wide from Demers, but then she hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 2 - 08:12) Pelletier uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt.
(Rd 2 - 08:12) Demers cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.
(Rd 2 - 08:12) That's three takedowns from three attempts for Pelletier.
(Rd 2 - 08:06) Pelletier throws a few right hands to the body.
(Rd 2 - 07:38) Demers tries a sweep but only manages to move Pelletier from side control to north-south position.
(Rd 2 - 07:18) Pelletier tries to move to side control, but Demers sensed the shift in weight and scrambles.
(Rd 2 - 07:06) Demers ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble.
(Rd 2 - 06:55) In half guard, Pelletier begins working to get side control.
(Rd 2 - 06:55) Pelletier struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard.
(Rd 2 - 06:09) Using an underhook to set it up, Demers looks to scramble for position.
(Rd 2 - 06:09) There wasn't enough separation though, Pelletier is able to catch her and secure side control.
(Rd 2 - 05:49) Pelletier tries to lock Demers into an armbar.
(Rd 2 - 05:49) The armbar is fully applied, Demers has no option but to tap out!
(Rd 2 - 05:27) Joell Pelletier takes the victory by way of submission!

Official Result: Joell 'The Missile' Pelletier defeats 'The Lioness' Antoinette Demers (Submission (Armbar) in 4:33 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Joel Pelletier thanks all her sponsors for backing her and then also thanks her family, friends, and supporters. She celebrates winning her debut fight.

MIDDLEWEIGHT BOUT

Edgar_van_den_Hoogenband.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Chaim_Alexievich.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Edgar Van Den Hoogenband (8-1, Favorite: -350) vs. Chaim Alexievitch (8-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +270)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up, Edgar Van Den Hoogenband facing Chaim Alexievich.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The two fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Van Den Hoogenband comes in fast with five quick punches, landing five of them, and then catches Alexievich with a right hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Van Den Hoogenband looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Van Den Hoogenband can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Alexievich with a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) A jab hits home from Van Den Hoogenband and then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 08:45) Alexievich appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Van Den Hoogenband took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 08:45) Van Den Hoogenband hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:27) Van Den Hoogenband fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:16) A jab hits home from Van Den Hoogenband and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Alexievich.
(Rd 1 - 07:55) A defensive jab hits from Alexievich.
(Rd 1 - 07:55) Van Den Hoogenband tries to go to the body with a sharp hook but is off-target.
(Rd 1 - 07:41) Van Den Hoogenband can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Alexievich, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Van Den Hoogenband lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:16) Van Den Hoogenband lands a left hand and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 07:01) Van Den Hoogenband connects with a jab, but Alexievich avoids a big right.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) Alexievich hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) A jab hits home from Van Den Hoogenband and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 06:28) Van Den Hoogenband lands a jab and then hits a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 06:16) Van Den Hoogenband hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 06:03) Alexievich looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.
(Rd 1 - 06:03) Van Den Hoogenband throws a one-two, but Alexievich was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 05:55) Seizing the opportunity, Alexievich clinches.
(Rd 1 - 05:49) Using his wrestling skills, Alexievich is trying to push Van Den Hoogenband up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:49) Alexievich achieves it, pinning Van Den Hoogenband to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:37) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Alexievich keeps Van Den Hoogenband stuck against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:37) Occasional short punches are all that happen for about the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:50) Alexievich smothers Van Den Hoogenband against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.
(Rd 1 - 04:32) Alexievich smothers Van Den Hoogenband against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) Van Den Hoogenband takes a sharp stomp to the foot.
(Rd 1 - 04:04) Using tight body-to-body control, Alexievich is slowly wearing Van Den Hoogenband down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.
(Rd 1 - 04:04) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.
(Rd 1 - 03:15) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 03:15) Taking a few gulps of breath, Van Den Hoogenband is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 1 - 03:10) Van Den Hoogenband hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 02:50) Van Den Hoogenband moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 1 - 02:50) Van Den Hoogenband connects with a jab, but Alexievich evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 02:32) Van Den Hoogenband confidently comes in closer.
(Rd 1 - 02:32) A flurry of four punches from Van Den Hoogenband see them all connect and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 02:01) Van Den Hoogenband connects with a jab, but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up.
(Rd 1 - 01:38) Stepping in, Van Den Hoogenband throws five quick punches, three of which land, and then hits a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 01:06) Van Den Hoogenband can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:42) Van Den Hoogenband can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a crunching leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 00:21) Alexievich may have been setting up to shoot, but Van Den Hoogenband aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 00:21) Van Den Hoogenband connects with a nice jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Alexievich.
(Rd 1 - 00:05) Van Den Hoogenband confidently comes in closer.
(Rd 1 - 00:05) Alexievich appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Van Den Hoogenband took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 00:05) A jab lands from Van Den Hoogenband, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) We are back underway!
(Rd 2 - 09:45) Van Den Hoogenband moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.
(Rd 2 - 09:45) Van Den Hoogenband lands a left hand and then hits Alexievich with a body kick.
(Rd 2 - 09:29) Van Den Hoogenband moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.
(Rd 2 - 09:29) Van Den Hoogenband lands a jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 09:24) Van Den Hoogenband is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.
(Rd 2 - 09:19) Alexievich keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.
(Rd 2 - 09:19) Van Den Hoogenband hits two left jabs and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.
(Rd 2 - 08:58) Van Den Hoogenband misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a head kick attempt.
(Rd 2 - 08:51) Alexievich seizes the chance and grabs Van Den Hoogenband into a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 08:41) Alexievich is trying to muscle Van Den Hoogenband up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:41) Alexievich achieves it, pinning Van Den Hoogenband to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:24) Alexievich smothers Van Den Hoogenband against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.
(Rd 2 - 08:06) Smothered against the cage, Van Den Hoogenband is trapped there, unable to get free.
(Rd 2 - 08:06) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.
(Rd 2 - 06:55) An ugly but effective tactic, Alexievich is pressing Van Den Hoogenband up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.
(Rd 2 - 06:55) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 05:44) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 05:35) Van Den Hoogenband moves in on Alexievich, preparing to throw.
(Rd 2 - 05:35) Alexievich may have been aiming to get in close, but Van Den Hoogenband aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 05:35) Van Den Hoogenband can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Alexievich with a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 05:26) Van Den Hoogenband is looking really tired.
(Rd 2 - 05:26) Van Den Hoogenband moves confidently around the cage.
(Rd 2 - 05:14) Van Den Hoogenband moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 2 - 05:14) Alexievich looked like he was going to shoot, but Van Den Hoogenband simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 05:14) Van Den Hoogenband can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 2 - 05:03) Van Den Hoogenband can't connect with a jab, but then hits Alexievich with a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 04:53) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 2 - 04:46) Van Den Hoogenband throws a two-punch combo but Alexievich avoids both.
(Rd 2 - 04:38) Alexievich seizes the chance and grabs Van Den Hoogenband into a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 04:29) Alexievich is trying to muscle Van Den Hoogenband up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 04:29) Alexievich achieves it, pinning Van Den Hoogenband to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 04:12) Van Den Hoogenband is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 2 - 03:55) Alexievich traps Van Den Hoogenband up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.
(Rd 2 - 03:55) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 03:02) Alexievich tries to maintain control, but Van Den Hoogenband wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 02:33) Alexievich chooses to shoot in on Van Den Hoogenband.
(Rd 2 - 02:33) A great sprawl from Van Den Hoogenband prevents the takedown.
(Rd 2 - 02:06) Van Den Hoogenband steps in and looks to unleash.
(Rd 2 - 02:06) Alexievich may have been aiming to get in close, but Van Den Hoogenband aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 02:06) Van Den Hoogenband lands a left hand and then hits Alexievich with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 01:44) A jab hits home from Van Den Hoogenband and then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 01:29) Alexievich had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 01:29) Van Den Hoogenband doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.
(Rd 2 - 01:29) Van Den Hoogenband was too aggressive and his last kick gets caught!
(Rd 2 - 01:19) Van Den Hoogenband looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
(Rd 2 - 01:19) Seizing his chance, Alexievich attempts a takedown.
(Rd 2 - 01:19) Alexievich gets the takedown! Van Den Hoogenband pulls guard.
(Rd 2 - 01:09) Alexievich begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
(Rd 2 - 01:09) Alexievich passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Van Den Hoogenband starts scrambling.
(Rd 2 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round.
(Rd 2 - 00:57) Van Den Hoogenband ends up in side control.
(Rd 2 - 00:44) Van Den Hoogenband unloads with rights, but does fairly minimal damage.
(Rd 2 - 00:25) Van Den Hoogenband blocks Alexievich as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 2 - 00:06) Van Den Hoogenband pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!
(Rd 3 - 09:55) Van Den Hoogenband throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 3 - 09:33) Van Den Hoogenband lands a jab and then hits Alexievich with a right to the side of the ribs.
(Rd 3 - 09:17) Van Den Hoogenband fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a leg kick.
(Rd 3 - 08:55) Alexievich shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 3 - 08:55) The takedown is successful, Van Den Hoogenband pulls guard.
(Rd 3 - 08:55) That's two takedowns from three attempts.
(Rd 3 - 08:39) Time slips away as Alexievich successfully keeps Van Den Hoogenband stuck against the ground.
(Rd 3 - 08:06) Alexievich looks to get past the guard.
(Rd 3 - 08:06) Van Den Hoogenband can't fend off the effort, and can only stop Alexievich at half guard.
(Rd 3 - 07:29) Alexievich attempts to pass half guard.
(Rd 3 - 07:29) He passes straight to the mount.
(Rd 3 - 06:55) Alexievich throws some elbows but Van Den Hoogenband isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 3 - 06:38) Van Den Hoogenband tries to sweep Alexievich out of mount but can't do it.
(Rd 3 - 06:16) Alexievich drives down with an elbow strike that lands flush! Van Den Hoogenband is in big trouble!
(Rd 3 - 06:00) Alexievich rocks Van Den Hoogenband with a crunching elbow to the skull!
(Rd 3 - 06:00) Alexievich forces Van Den Hoogenband to turn away from the strikes, giving up his back!
(Rd 3 - 05:43) Alexievich tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 3 - 05:43) Van Den Hoogenband defends himself well against the choke.
(Rd 3 - 05:19) Van Den Hoogenband tries to move Alexievich off his back but can't.
(Rd 3 - 05:05) Alexievich tries to put Van Den Hoogenband in a rear naked choke.
(Rd 3 - 05:05) Van Den Hoogenband doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.
(Rd 3 - 04:44) Van Den Hoogenband tries a roll, but doesn't budge Alexievich.
(Rd 3 - 04:26) Alexievich gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.
(Rd 3 - 04:06) Alexievich, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
(Rd 3 - 04:06) The rear naked choke is in deep, Van Den Hoogenband has to tap out!
(Rd 3 - 03:39) The winner, by submission, is Chaim Alexievich!

Official Result: Chaim Alexievich defeats Edgar Van Den Hoogenband (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:21 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Chaim Alexievitch name-checks all his sponsors, then thanks all the fans who turned out to support him.

LIGHTWEIGHT BOUT

Anderson_Desailly.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Elvis_Melissis.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Anderson "Flash" Desailly (8-4, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +350) vs. Elvis "The King" Milissis (8-3, 1-1 CTC, Favorite: -450)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Anderson 'Flash' Desailly battling Elvis 'The King' Milissis.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Roger Bennett will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Gregory C. James, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters both weighed in at 155lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Milissis is much bigger.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Milissis initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Desailly tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Milissis hits a right hand but his big left hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) Desailly misses with a left jab but hits a spin kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) Milissis finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) Milissis steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) Desailly fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) Milissis can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he hits a fast high left kick to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 08:50) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:50) Desailly feints an attack that leaves Milissis slightly off balance.
(Rd 1 - 08:50) Desailly doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 08:50) Milissis goes up top with a head kick, but only gets a glancing blow.
(Rd 1 - 08:27) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 08:04) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 07:17) Milissis initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 07:17) Desailly tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 07:17) Milissis throws some strikes and a left head kick, but Desailly avoids them all.
(Rd 1 - 06:53) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.
(Rd 1 - 06:29) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 06:29) Desailly hits a jab but misses with a head kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 06:29) Milissis uses a right jab and also scores a glancing blow with a left head kick.
(Rd 1 - 05:59) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 05:59) Desailly misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with two jabs that are followed by a quick head kick.
(Rd 1 - 05:44) Desailly almost falls over as he backs off...that last shot may have genuinely rocked him!
(Rd 1 - 05:44) Desailly takes a left hand but will not go down.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) Milissis comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) Desailly throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) Milissis misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a head kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 05:01) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 05:01) Desailly hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 05:01) Milissis hits a pair of jabs but misses with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:38) Milissis stalks forward, pressuring Desailly.
(Rd 1 - 04:38) Milissis steps into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 04:38) Milissis throws a one-two, but Desailly was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 04:26) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 04:26) Desailly is off target with a left jab but hits a spin kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:26) Milissis hits a jab but misses a high kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:02) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 03:33) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) Milissis slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right jab and a leg kick that narrowly misses the target.
(Rd 1 - 02:48) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 1 - 02:16) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:16) Milissis pushes aside a weak left head kick attempt and comes back with a right jab and a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 02:01) Milissis comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 02:01) Desailly throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 02:01) Milissis lands two right hands, but Desailly dodges a big left head kick follow-up.
(Rd 1 - 01:34) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 01:06) Milissis initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:06) Desailly hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 01:06) Milissis can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Desailly with a low kick to the front leg.
(Rd 1 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 1 - 00:44) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:44) Milissis blocks a leg kick and counters with a jab and a left hand that landed cleanly.
(Rd 1 - 00:26) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 00:26) Milissis dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 00:02) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:02) Desailly scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 00:02) Milissis misses a couple of jabs but lands a nice left hook.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a fun round to watch.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) And here we go, round two!
(Rd 2 - 09:54) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 2 - 09:54) Milissis scores with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 09:54) Desailly lands a left jab and also lands a low kick.
(Rd 2 - 09:32) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 2 - 09:32) Milissis hits a right jab but misses a high kick.
(Rd 2 - 09:32) Desailly hits a jab and also lands a low kick.
(Rd 2 - 09:16) Desailly is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 2 - 09:09) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 2 - 08:42) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 2 - 08:42) Milissis dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a left cross that just misses.
(Rd 2 - 08:25) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 08:25) Milissis lands a leg kick.
(Rd 2 - 08:25) Desailly doesn't connect with a brace of jabs but lands a leg kick.
(Rd 2 - 08:06) Milissis is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 2 - 07:58) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 07:58) Desailly misses a high kick that leaves him open. Milissis comes in quickly with a quick right jab and a left hook that is ducked.
(Rd 2 - 07:35) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 07:35) Desailly misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 07:17) They engage in the center.
(Rd 2 - 07:17) Desailly misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Milissis comes in with a jab and a low kick that can't connect.
(Rd 2 - 06:49) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.
(Rd 2 - 06:25) They come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 06:25) Milissis hits a jab but misses with a head kick attempt.
(Rd 2 - 06:25) Desailly hits a glancing blow with a high kick.
(Rd 2 - 06:11) Limping slightly, Milissis is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs.
(Rd 2 - 06:04) They come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 06:04) Milissis doesn't connect with a right jab but connects with a left hand.
(Rd 2 - 06:04) Desailly lands a left jab and also lands a low kick.
(Rd 2 - 05:49) Milissis is limping a little bit.
(Rd 2 - 05:44) They engage in the center.
(Rd 2 - 05:44) Milissis misses with a right jab but lands a left hook.
(Rd 2 - 05:44) Desailly is off target with a pair of jabs but hits a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 2 - 05:15) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 05:15) Desailly is off-target with a jab but hits a glancing high kick. Milissis lands a right jab but is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt.
(Rd 2 - 04:59) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 2 - 04:59) Milissis is limping noticeably.
(Rd 2 - 04:52) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 04:52) Desailly lands a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg.
(Rd 2 - 04:52) Milissis lands a nice left hook.
(Rd 2 - 04:31) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 2 - 04:31) Desailly is off target with a left jab but just about lands a head kick.
(Rd 2 - 04:31) Milissis lands a one-two.
(Rd 2 - 04:20) Milissis, who looks very tired, gets grabbed by Desailly.
(Rd 2 - 04:20) Using his wrestling skills, Milissis is trying to push Desailly up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 04:20) Desailly ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 04:05) Milissis is aiming to get Desailly into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 2 - 04:05) He has it hooked, Desailly needs to find a way out quickly.
(Rd 2 - 03:47) Milissis rocks Desailly with a vicious elbow.
(Rd 2 - 03:38) Desailly blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 2 - 03:09) From the clinch, Desailly gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.
(Rd 2 - 02:49) Desailly tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.
(Rd 2 - 02:19) From the clinch, Desailly gets caught with a vicious elbow to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 02:06) Desailly partially blocks a knee strike, enough to allow him to wrestle free of the clinch.
(Rd 2 - 01:35) Milissis is looking really tired.
(Rd 2 - 01:35) A few deep breaths betray that Desailly is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.
(Rd 2 - 01:35) Limping heavily, Milissis is struggling to move around.
(Rd 2 - 01:26) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.
(Rd 2 - 01:13) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.
(Rd 2 - 01:13) Milissis is trying to muscle Desailly up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 01:13) Milissis can't manage it, Desailly fought it.
(Rd 2 - 00:54) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
(Rd 2 - 00:54) Milissis is trying to force Desailly into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 2 - 00:54) He has it hooked, Desailly needs to find a way out quickly.
(Rd 2 - 00:34) Milissis keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.
(Rd 2 - 00:11) Milissis tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Desailly isn't able to get free of the clinch either.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!
(Rd 3 - 09:45) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 3 - 09:45) Desailly misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left hand that landed cleanly.
(Rd 3 - 09:18) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 3 - 09:18) Desailly scores with a jab but misses with a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 09:18) Milissis is off-target with a jab but scores with a great left hook.
(Rd 3 - 09:02) Desailly doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
(Rd 3 - 08:50) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 3 - 08:50) Desailly misses with a big right hand, allowing Milissis to counter with a right jab and a left cross that just misses.
(Rd 3 - 08:27) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 3 - 08:27) Desailly misses with a big right hand, allowing Milissis to counter with a clean left hand.
(Rd 3 - 08:08) They engage in the center.
(Rd 3 - 08:08) Milissis misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Desailly attacks with a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 3 - 08:01) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.
(Rd 3 - 08:01) Milissis is looking to get Desailly in a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 3 - 08:01) He gets it, and now has Desailly in trouble.
(Rd 3 - 07:43) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Milissis blasts Desailly with a big knee to the chest.
(Rd 3 - 07:24) Milissis misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.
(Rd 3 - 06:55) From the Muay Thai clinch, Desailly eats a big elbow.
(Rd 3 - 06:44) Desailly blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 3 - 06:08) From the looks of things, I don't think Milissis has much energy left.
(Rd 3 - 06:08) I wonder if the big weight cut is beginning to really take its toll?
(Rd 3 - 06:08) From the clinch, Desailly gets caught with a vicious elbow to the side of the head.
(Rd 3 - 05:59) Desailly finally escapes the Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 3 - 05:53) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 3 - 05:53) Desailly misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Milissis attacks with a great left hook.
(Rd 3 - 05:42) Desailly immediately covers up and tries to retreat, I think that he is dazed!
(Rd 3 - 05:42) Milissis is trying to lock Desailly into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 3 - 05:42) He has it hooked, Desailly was too dazed to muster any sort of serious defensive action.
(Rd 3 - 05:31) Desailly seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
(Rd 3 - 05:31) From the clinch, Milissis drives a huge knee to the stomach.
(Rd 3 - 05:17) Desailly partially blocks a knee strike, enough to allow him to wrestle free of the clinch.
(Rd 3 - 04:29) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 3 - 04:29) Desailly misses a jab but hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 3 - 04:29) Milissis connects cleanly with a left hand.
(Rd 3 - 04:14) Desailly staggers backward into the cage and covers up, I think he's hurt!
(Rd 3 - 04:14) Milissis is aiming to get Desailly into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 3 - 04:14) Milissis manages it and now controls a very dazed Desailly by the back of the head.
(Rd 3 - 03:59) From the clinch, Desailly gets caught with a vicious elbow to the side of the head.
(Rd 3 - 03:53) Milissis keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.
(Rd 3 - 03:21) From the clinch, Desailly gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.
(Rd 3 - 03:05) Milissis tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Desailly isn't able to get free of the clinch either.
(Rd 3 - 02:33) From the clinch, Milissis drives a huge knee to the stomach.
(Rd 3 - 02:15) Desailly finally escapes the Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 3 - 02:07) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.
(Rd 3 - 01:41) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 3 - 01:41) Desailly slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a low kick.
(Rd 3 - 01:30) The gas tank looks empty on Desailly.
(Rd 3 - 01:30) The gas tank looks empty on Milissis.
(Rd 3 - 01:30) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.
(Rd 3 - 01:30) Milissis tries to get Desailly into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 3 - 01:30) He gets it, and now has Desailly in trouble.
(Rd 3 - 01:15) Milissis rocks Desailly with a vicious elbow.
(Rd 3 - 01:01) Desailly tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.
(Rd 3 - 00:38) From the clinch, Milissis drives a huge knee to the stomach.
(Rd 3 - 00:21) Desailly wrestles free of the Muay Thai clinch after blocking a knee strike.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges have Milissis down as the winner.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Elvis 'The King' Milissis!

Official Result: Elvis 'The King' Milissis defeats Anderson 'Flash' Desailly (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Elvis Milissis name-checks all his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he hopes Xavi Castellejo has the guts to step up and try to stop him, but he doubts it.

WOMENS FLYWEIGHT BOUT

Alyssa_Taylor.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Tae_Kasuga.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Alyssa "The Viper" Taylor (7-5, Favorite: -110) vs. Tae Kasuga (8-4, Underdog: +100)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Alyssa 'The Viper' Taylor faces Tae Kasuga.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Roger Bennett.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Gregory C. James, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The two fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Taylor hits a jab and also lands a left kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Kasuga lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Taylor scores with a jab but misses with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Kasuga finds a way past her opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 1 - 09:09) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:09) Kasuga scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 09:09) Taylor uses a pair of left jabs but can't get a kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) Kasuga counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:28) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:28) Taylor slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:28) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Kasuga.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Kasuga misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Taylor hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 07:39) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.
(Rd 1 - 07:24) Taylor glances at her corner and gets a few words of encouragement in response.
(Rd 1 - 07:14) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:14) Kasuga lands a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:14) Taylor finds a way past her opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 1 - 06:52) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 1 - 06:35) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 1 - 06:00) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 06:00) Taylor slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a left kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 05:36) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 05:36) Kasuga connects with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 05:36) Taylor lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 05:23) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 05:23) Kasuga misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a couple of jabs that are followed by a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.
(Rd 1 - 05:00) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kasuga sees a head kick coming and counters with a left jab and a right cross that just misses.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 04:14) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 04:14) Taylor misses a jab but lands a left kick to the body. Kasuga scores with a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 04:05) The clock is stopped as referee Roger Bennett wants to check the cut on Kasuga.
(Rd 1 - 04:05) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.
(Rd 1 - 04:05) The fight will be restarted in the center!
(Rd 1 - 03:51) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 03:51) Taylor is off target with a left jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 03:51) Kasuga lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 03:36) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 03:36) Kasuga lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 03:36) Taylor misses with a left jab but lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 03:15) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 03:15) Kasuga hits a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 03:15) Taylor connects with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 03:10) Kasuga is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 1 - 03:03) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.
(Rd 1 - 02:45) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:45) Taylor doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 02:45) Kasuga hits a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 02:22) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 02:22) Kasuga hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 02:22) Taylor lands a one-two.
(Rd 1 - 01:55) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 01:55) Kasuga lands a left jab but misses a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 01:55) Taylor scores with a jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 01:41) For the first time, Taylor is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 1 - 01:33) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 01:15) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:15) Kasuga hits a jab but misses a right hook. Taylor hits a glancing high kick.
(Rd 1 - 00:50) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:50) Taylor lands a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 00:50) Kasuga lands a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 00:34) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:34) Taylor slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 00:14) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 00:14) Kasuga is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 00:14) Taylor is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!
(Rd 2 - 09:46) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 09:46) Taylor doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a left kick to the body.
(Rd 2 - 09:46) Kasuga finds a way past her opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 2 - 09:32) They come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 09:32) Taylor is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 2 - 09:32) Kasuga is off target with a left jab and also doesn't get a leg kick.
(Rd 2 - 09:04) They engage in the center.
(Rd 2 - 09:04) Taylor hits a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 2 - 09:04) Kasuga finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 2 - 08:44) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 08:44) Kasuga misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Taylor attacks with a left kick to the body.
(Rd 2 - 08:17) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 2 - 08:17) Taylor hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 2 - 08:17) Kasuga lands a one-two.
(Rd 2 - 07:56) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.
(Rd 2 - 07:29) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 2 - 07:29) Kasuga misses a jab but scores with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 07:29) Taylor lands a one-two.
(Rd 2 - 07:29) The gash above the eye of Kasuga has been re-opened by a strike.
(Rd 2 - 07:20) Kasuga, who looks very tired, gets grabbed by Taylor.
(Rd 2 - 07:20) Taylor hits Kasuga with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 2 - 07:07) Taylor tries to suck Kasuga to the ground by wrapping her legs around the waist and pulling guard.
(Rd 2 - 07:07) The attempt is successful, Kasuga is sucked down into her guard.
(Rd 2 - 06:54) Taylor tries to sweep Kasuga.
(Rd 2 - 06:54) Taylor uses an elevator sweep to get Kasuga up and partially over, starting a wild scramble for position.
(Rd 2 - 06:37) The scramble results in Kasuga being on her back with Taylor in side control.
(Rd 2 - 06:21) Taylor looks to get a mount.
(Rd 2 - 06:21) She finds herself unable to get the mount on this attempt.
(Rd 2 - 05:38) Taylor blocks Kasuga as she tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 2 - 05:25) Taylor tries to lock Kasuga into a kimura.
(Rd 2 - 05:25) Kasuga doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.
(Rd 2 - 05:00) Taylor blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 2 - 04:48) Taylor throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 2 - 04:32) Kasuga tries to move to guard, but Taylor doesn't allow it.
(Rd 2 - 04:14) Taylor begins trying to get herself into mount.
(Rd 2 - 04:14) The attempted mount results in a scramble for position as Kasuga tries to avoid the danger.
(Rd 2 - 04:03) The scramble somehow results in Kasuga underneath Taylor in north-south position.
(Rd 2 - 03:50) Taylor hits a short knee strike to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 03:39) Taylor blocks an attempted escape.
(Rd 2 - 03:27) Taylor hits a short knee strike to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 03:14) Kasuga tries to move from under Taylor, but can't get free.
(Rd 2 - 03:01) Taylor hits a short knee to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 02:48) Kasuga tries a get out from under north-south, but doesn't budge Taylor.
(Rd 2 - 02:41) Kasuga is breathing very hard.
(Rd 2 - 02:41) Moving around, Taylor slides into side control.
(Rd 2 - 02:21) Taylor begins trying to get herself into a mount.
(Rd 2 - 02:21) Advancing her position, she gets mount.
(Rd 2 - 01:55) Taylor pounds away on Kasuga, landing several great shots that rock her!
(Rd 2 - 01:55) With Kasuga taking a beating, referee Roger Bennett has to stop the fight!
(Rd 2 - 01:38) Alyssa Taylor takes the victory by way of TKO!

Official Result: Alyssa 'The Viper' Taylor defeats Tae Kasuga (TKO (Strikes) in 8:22 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Alyssa Taylor thanks all her sponsors for backing her and then also thanks her family, friends, and supporters. She celebrates her CTC debut victory, and says that she is already looking forward to her next fight.

HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT

m_white_0083.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

m_white_0056.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

"Clinch Master" Telfour Moreau (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -110) vs. Jacquelin "The Freak of Nature" Bertrand (0-0, Underdog: +100)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; 'Clinch Master' Telfour Moreau squaring off with Jacquelin 'The Freak Of Nature' Bertrand.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Roger Bennett.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The size difference is clear for all to see; Bertrand looks a good 30lbs heavier than his opponent. That's a big advantage.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Bertrand fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big left hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:40) Moreau lands a weak, tentative jab.
(Rd 1 - 09:40) Bertrand fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Moreau with a crunching left hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:40) Moreau is hurt, that blow seems to have broken his nose judging by the blood.
(Rd 1 - 09:40) That's going to make breathing a lot tougher and tire him out quicker.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) Bertrand fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a vicious high left kick to the side of the head!
(Rd 1 - 09:22) Moreau collapses, that shot knocked him out!
(Rd 1 - 09:04) Jacquelin 'The Freak Of Nature' Bertrand takes the win by knock out!

Official Result: Jacquelin 'The Freak Of Nature' Bertrand defeats 'Clinch Master' Telfour Moreau (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:56 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Jacquelin Bertrand thanks his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he wants Manny Van Post as it'd be fun to kick his ass for money when he'd happily do it for free anyway.

SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT

OJ_Oberst.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Terry_Shakespeare.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

OJ Oberst (2-1, Favorite: -560) vs. "Wreck 'Em" Terry Shakespeare (4-6, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +440)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, OJ Oberst battles 'Wreck 'Em' Terry Shakespeare in the CTC Super Heavyweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Shakespeare is much taller than his opponent, towering over him as the referee gives them their instructions.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Shakespeare misses with a big right hand, allowing Oberst to counter with a right jab and a left hook that is ducked.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) Shakespeare misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a great left hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:49) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 08:16) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:16) Oberst dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a left hand that landed cleanly.
(Rd 1 - 08:00) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:00) Oberst slips past a right hook and counters with a few quick jabs that are followed by a nice left hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:45) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:45) Shakespeare misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Oberst comes in with a powerful left hook!
(Rd 1 - 07:39) Shakespeare hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!
(Rd 1 - 07:39) Oberst senses victory and starts to unload with punches!
(Rd 1 - 07:39) Oberst fires away with punches and Shakespeare is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!
(Rd 1 - 07:39) Shakespeare goes limp for a second, referee Roger Bennett leaps in to stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 07:27) OJ Oberst takes the win by knock out!

Official Result: OJ Oberst defeats 'Wreck 'Em' Terry Shakespeare (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:33 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: OJ Oberst thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Visibly delighted, OJ Oberst celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

MAIN CARD

Broadcast Live On Tournament TV Around The World

2003 SPRING SERIES WOMENS LIGHTWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT

Catherine_Newmar.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Laura_Adair.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Catherine "Kitty" Newmar (7-1, 6-1 CTC, Favorite: -420) vs. Laura "The Pissed Off Angel" Adair (7-4, 1-2 CTC, Underdog: +330)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) The first of the main fights is Catherine 'Kitty' Newmar fighting Laura 'The Pissed Off Angel' Adair.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The winner will advance to the final of the 2003 Spring Series Womens Lightweight Tournam tournament.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Christina Shaw, and Gregory C. James.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Adair scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Newmar is off-target with a jab but lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) Newmar is off target with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) Adair misses with a left jab and also is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) Adair hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. Newmar scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 08:28) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:28) Adair hits a left jab but misses a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:28) Newmar is off-target with a jab but hits a good right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:07) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:07) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:07) Newmar has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 08:07) Adair is off target with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:43) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:43) Adair lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 07:43) Newmar doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a good right hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:33) Adair is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled her! She staggers back against the cage and covers up, trying to buy time to recover!
(Rd 1 - 07:33) Newmar tries to finish with a scorching right hand, but Adair slips past it at the very last possible second.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) Adair clears her head and circles away from the cage back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 07:19) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:19) Newmar dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a vicious right cross!
(Rd 1 - 07:12) Adair wobbles, then falls!
(Rd 1 - 07:12) Newmar knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Adair, looking to finish her off by raining down punches!
(Rd 1 - 07:12) Newmar unloads with massive right hands and Adair is getting destroyed!
(Rd 1 - 07:12) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 07:01) Catherine 'Kitty' Newmar takes the win by TKO!
(Rd 1 - 07:01) Catherine Newmar moves into the 2003 Spring Series Womens Lightweight Tournam tournament final!

Official Result: Catherine 'Kitty' Newmar defeats Laura 'The Pissed Off Angel' Adair (TKO (Strikes) in 2:59 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Catherine Newmar thanks everyone connected to Mean Machines for helping her prepare for the fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. She names a local club and says that she is headed there for a post-victory party and that everyone is welcome. Catherine Newmar sold herself well in this interview, she is someone who gets how this business works.

2003 SPRING SERIES WOMENS LIGHTWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT

Alisha_Wood.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Naora_Kikuchi.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

"The Mighty" Alisha Wood (10-4, 4-2 CTC, Favorite: -760) vs. "The Japanese Buzzsaw" Naora Kickuchi (7-5, 1-2 CTC, Underdog: +600)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Mighty' Alisha Wood competes against 'The Japanese Buzzsaw' Naora Kikuchi.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The finals of the 2003 Spring Series Womens Lightweight Tournam tournament await the winner.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Gregory C. James, and Reginald Wodehouse.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's a roar from the crowd as Wood enters, she is from around here.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:46) Kikuchi can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:36) Kikuchi steps in and looks to unleash.
(Rd 1 - 09:36) Kikuchi connects with a jab, but her big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:20) Kikuchi can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then catches Wood with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) Wood shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) She has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Kikuchi has to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:54) The clock runs down as Kikuchi is being smothered against the ground by Wood.
(Rd 1 - 08:32) Wood throws a few relatively weak right hands.
(Rd 1 - 08:15) Kikuchi tries to smother Wood by holding her, but can't keep control.
(Rd 1 - 08:05) Wood pounds away with elbow strikes but Kikuchi isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 07:47) Kikuchi tries to get double underhooks on Wood so that she can get some control, but can't get them.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Kikuchi is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Wood off of her.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) Wood throws a few right hands to the body.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Kikuchi gets the double underhooks in and pulls Wood close, controlling her well.
(Rd 1 - 06:07) The lack of progress forces referee Kyle Crisp to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 06:00) Wood looks like she wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping her from rushing in.
(Rd 1 - 06:00) A jab hits home from Kikuchi and then she hits a scything kick to the legs of Wood.
(Rd 1 - 05:40) Kikuchi moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 1 - 05:40) Wood appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Kikuchi took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 05:40) Kikuchi lands a left jab, but Wood evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 05:22) Wood, backing off, hits two weak left hands.
(Rd 1 - 05:22) A jab hits home from Kikuchi and then she catches Wood with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 05:07) Wood warily circles, looking for the opening she needs to initiate some grappling.
(Rd 1 - 05:07) Kikuchi connects with two left hands and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 04:55) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) Wood hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) A jab hits home from Kikuchi and then she lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 04:27) Kikuchi misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick attempt to the legs.
(Rd 1 - 04:27) Wood catches the last kick!
(Rd 1 - 04:22) Wood tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 04:22) Kikuchi gets taken down and has to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 04:22) That's her second takedown.
(Rd 1 - 04:14) Time slips away as Wood successfully keeps Kikuchi stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 03:50) Wood tries to pound on Kikuchi with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 03:37) Kikuchi gets the double underhooks in and pulls Wood close, controlling her well.
(Rd 1 - 03:10) Wood smothers Kikuchi with her body by pushing forward and down.
(Rd 1 - 02:41) Kikuchi is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Wood off of her.
(Rd 1 - 02:20) The clock runs down as Kikuchi is being smothered against the ground by Wood.
(Rd 1 - 01:57) Wood looks to get past the guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:57) She passes guard but loses her control momentarily and a scramble begins.
(Rd 1 - 01:44) Wood ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble.
(Rd 1 - 01:31) In half guard, Kikuchi begins working to get side control.
(Rd 1 - 01:31) She passes half guard but can't secure side control as Wood starts a scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 01:16) Wood ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) Kikuchi is trying to pass guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) Wood allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow her to try and scramble.
(Rd 1 - 00:50) The scramble results in Wood turtled with Kikuchi on her back.
(Rd 1 - 00:33) Kikuchi pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 00:19) Wood takes the opportunity to stand up, albeit under back control.
(Rd 1 - 00:09) Kikuchi steps back, giving up back control.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!
(Rd 2 - 09:48) Wood may have been aiming to get in close, but Kikuchi aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 09:48) Kikuchi can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 2 - 09:48) It looks like Wood has been cut above the eye.
(Rd 2 - 09:29) Wood looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Kikuchi simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 09:29) Kikuchi connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 09:22) Kikuchi is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 2 - 09:11) Kikuchi can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a leg kick.
(Rd 2 - 08:49) Kikuchi hits a left jab and then catches Wood with a low kick to the front leg.
(Rd 2 - 08:29) Wood shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 2 - 08:29) Wood gets hold of a leg but Kikuchi remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 2 - 08:29) Wood can't get Kikuchi down and so settles for pushing her up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:11) Kikuchi is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free.
(Rd 2 - 08:11) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.
(Rd 2 - 07:07) Wood hits Kikuchi, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 2 - 06:48) Wood smothers Kikuchi against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 2 - 06:30) Smothered against the cage, Kikuchi cannot get free.
(Rd 2 - 06:30) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 05:15) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.
(Rd 2 - 05:15) Wood is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 2 - 05:09) Kikuchi closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.
(Rd 2 - 05:09) Kikuchi misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick attempt to the legs.
(Rd 2 - 05:09) Wood was ready and manages to catch the kick!
(Rd 2 - 05:04) Seeing her opportunity, Wood tries to put Kikuchi on the mat.
(Rd 2 - 05:04) She has the takedown! Kikuchi pulls guard.
(Rd 2 - 05:04) That's three takedowns from four attempts.
(Rd 2 - 04:51) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 2 - 04:51) In guard, Wood is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 2 - 04:22) Kikuchi tries to smother Wood by holding her, but can't keep control.
(Rd 2 - 04:12) Wood tries to pound on Kikuchi with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 2 - 03:56) Kikuchi applies double underhooks and keeps Wood from launching any attacks.
(Rd 2 - 03:31) In guard, Wood begins working to pass to side control.
(Rd 2 - 03:31) She passes guard but can't secure side control as Kikuchi starts a scramble for position.
(Rd 2 - 03:16) The scramble somehow results in Wood underneath Kikuchi in north-south position.
(Rd 2 - 03:02) Kikuchi hits a short knee strike to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 02:47) Moving sharply to the side, Wood takes the opportunity to try to scramble.
(Rd 2 - 02:33) Somehow, the scramble leaves Wood under the north-south control of Kikuchi.
(Rd 2 - 02:17) Kikuchi hits a short knee to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 01:57) Kikuchi blocks an attempted escape.
(Rd 2 - 01:49) Wood takes a short knee strike to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 01:34) Wood is able to break free from the north-south position and scramble for position.
(Rd 2 - 01:20) The scramble somehow results in Wood underneath Kikuchi in north-south position.
(Rd 2 - 01:03) Kikuchi tries to move to side control, but Wood sensed the shift in weight and scrambles.
(Rd 2 - 00:49) Wood ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.
(Rd 2 - 00:33) Kikuchi clings very tight to Wood while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.
(Rd 2 - 00:19) Wood tries to throw some elbows from the bottom, but Kikuchi smothers her.
(Rd 2 - 00:03) Kikuchi doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping her head on her opponent's chest.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Wood.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) And here we go, one last round!
(Rd 3 - 09:47) Kikuchi can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 09:34) A jab hits home from Kikuchi and then she scores with a leg kick.
(Rd 3 - 09:20) A few deep breaths betray that Kikuchi is starting to get into the deeper reaches of her gas tank.
(Rd 3 - 09:10) Kikuchi can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits Wood with a leg kick.
(Rd 3 - 08:43) Wood, backing off, hits a weak left hand.
(Rd 3 - 08:43) Kikuchi hits a left jab and then hits Wood with a leg kick.
(Rd 3 - 08:21) Kikuchi hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 3 - 08:10) Kikuchi is breathing very hard.
(Rd 3 - 07:58) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Wood.
(Rd 3 - 07:58) Kikuchi cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.
(Rd 3 - 07:49) Wood attempts the mount.
(Rd 3 - 07:49) She mounts Kikuchi.
(Rd 3 - 07:20) Wood pounds away, Kikuchi is taking elbow after elbow to the head and surely can't survive much longer!
(Rd 3 - 07:20) Referee Kyle Crisp jumps in and saves Kikuchi from taking any more shots!
(Rd 3 - 07:07) The winner, by TKO, is 'The Mighty' Alisha Wood!
(Rd 3 - 07:07) Alisha Wood will be in the finals of the 2003 Spring Series Womens Lightweight Tournam tournament!

Official Result: 'The Mighty' Alisha Wood defeats 'The Japanese Buzzsaw' Naora Kikuchi (TKO (Strikes) in 2:53 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Alisha Wood praises her team at Femme Fatale Fighting, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. She is then asked who she'd like to face next, and answers that Idina Micklewhite would be someone she'd like to compete against.

2003 SPRING SERIES LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT

Nicolai_Mickiewicz.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Aleksei_Chekhov.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

"The Scourge of Europe" Nicolai Mickiewicz (26-7, 2-1 CTC, Favorite: -110) vs. Aleksei "Fists of Death" Chekhov (25-5, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +100)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Scourge Of Europe' Nicolai Mickiewicz goes up against Aleksei 'Fists Of Death' Chekhov.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The winner moves on to the finals of the 2003 Spring Series Light Heavyweight Tourname tournament.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:54) Chekhov confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:54) Chekhov connects with a jab, but Mickiewicz avoids a big right.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Attacking with a quick flurry, Chekhov lands four of four punches and then catches Mickiewicz with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) Chekhov comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) It looked like we were about to see Mickiewicz try and get some grappling started, but Chekhov was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) Chekhov hits two left jabs and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 08:35) Chekhov hits a couple of minor left hands, but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Chekhov moves in on Mickiewicz, preparing to throw.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Mickiewicz hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Stepping in, Chekhov throws five quick punches, three of which land, but misses with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 07:39) Chekhov throws three quick punches, all easily avoided or blocked, and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:15) Mickiewicz looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Chekhov simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 07:15) Attacking with a quick flurry, Chekhov lands four punches and then catches Mickiewicz with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:42) Moving around, Mickiewicz is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.
(Rd 1 - 06:42) Chekhov lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 06:17) Mickiewicz keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.
(Rd 1 - 06:17) Chekhov lands one of three quick punches and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 05:52) Chekhov confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 05:52) Mickiewicz appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Chekhov took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 05:52) Showing good hand speed, Chekhov lands a flurry of four punches and then catches Mickiewicz with a low kick to the front leg.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) Attacking with intent, Chekhov scores with one out of a flurry of three punches and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Mickiewicz.
(Rd 1 - 05:02) Chekhov is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 1 - 04:55) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:55) Stepping in, Chekhov lands three quick punches and then catches Mickiewicz with a low kick to the front leg.
(Rd 1 - 04:22) Chekhov throws a punch but Mickiewicz avoids it.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) Mickiewicz moves in fast and clinches with Chekhov.
(Rd 1 - 04:09) Mickiewicz is trying to push Chekhov so that his back is up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:09) Mickiewicz does it, Chekhov is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:55) Mickiewicz hits Chekhov, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Mickiewicz pins Chekhov up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 1 - 03:18) Mickiewicz hits Chekhov, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 03:02) Mickiewicz hits Chekhov, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 02:49) Chekhov is trapped against the cage and Mickiewicz punishes him with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 02:30) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Mickiewicz keeps Chekhov stuck against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:30) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 01:24) The lack of progress forces the referee to separate the two fighters.
(Rd 1 - 01:12) Chekhov closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:12) Mickiewicz looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Chekhov simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 01:12) Chekhov can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 01:02) A jab is wide from Chekhov, but then he catches Mickiewicz with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 1 - 00:46) Mickiewicz looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Chekhov simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 00:46) Stepping in, Chekhov lands four quick punches and then hits Mickiewicz with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 00:21) Chekhov closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:21) Chekhov can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 00:03) Mickiewicz isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.
(Rd 1 - 00:03) Chekhov throws a punch but Mickiewicz was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!
(Rd 2 - 09:52) Chekhov moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, and then catches Mickiewicz with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 09:31) A quick flurry of punches from Chekhov sees two of three hit home but Mickiewicz evades a big right punch.
(Rd 2 - 09:16) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Chekhov is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.
(Rd 2 - 09:08) Stepping in, Chekhov throws five quick punches, one of which land, but Mickiewicz dodges the leg kick that follows.
(Rd 2 - 08:22) Circling, Mickiewicz clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.
(Rd 2 - 08:22) A jab hits home from Chekhov and then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs.
(Rd 2 - 07:58) Mickiewicz isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.
(Rd 2 - 07:58) Showing good hand speed, Chekhov lands three out of a flurry of five punches and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 2 - 07:30) Chekhov is looking really tired.
(Rd 2 - 07:15) Stepping in, Chekhov lands four quick punches and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 06:43) There's a takedown attempt from Mickiewicz.
(Rd 2 - 06:43) The takedown is successful, Chekhov pulls guard.
(Rd 2 - 06:32) The clock runs down as Chekhov is being smothered against the ground by Mickiewicz.
(Rd 2 - 05:53) The clock runs down as Chekhov is being smothered against the ground by Mickiewicz.
(Rd 2 - 05:17) Time slips away as Mickiewicz successfully keeps Chekhov stuck against the ground.
(Rd 2 - 04:53) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 2 - 04:53) Mickiewicz looks to pass guard and get side control.
(Rd 2 - 04:53) Chekhov fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.
(Rd 2 - 04:42) The scramble results in Chekhov being on his back pulling guard.
(Rd 2 - 04:27) Time slips away as Mickiewicz successfully keeps Chekhov stuck against the ground.
(Rd 2 - 04:03) Mickiewicz smothers Chekhov with his body by pushing forward and down.
(Rd 2 - 03:31) Mickiewicz lies on top of Chekhov, basically smothering him.
(Rd 2 - 03:02) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
(Rd 2 - 02:52) Stepping in, Chekhov throws three quick punches, one of which land, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 2 - 02:25) There's a takedown attempt from Mickiewicz.
(Rd 2 - 02:25) Mickiewicz gets a single leg takedown! Chekhov pulls guard off it.
(Rd 2 - 02:13) Mickiewicz looks to get past the guard.
(Rd 2 - 02:13) He manages to pass, but only to half guard.
(Rd 2 - 01:22) In half guard, Mickiewicz catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 2 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
(Rd 2 - 00:55) Mickiewicz tries to throw a slicing elbow, but misses.
(Rd 2 - 00:49) Mickiewicz tries to pass the half guard.
(Rd 2 - 00:49) Mickiewicz gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!
(Rd 3 - 09:46) Mickiewicz shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 3 - 09:46) Chekhov almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Mickiewicz holds the other.
(Rd 3 - 09:46) Mickiewicz uses the position to drive Chekhov up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 09:32) Showing his ability to exert control, Mickiewicz smothers Chekhov up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 09:32) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.
(Rd 3 - 08:20) Unable to break free, Chekhov is smothered up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 08:20) Mickiewicz and Chekhov remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.
(Rd 3 - 07:07) Mickiewicz uses dirty boxing to punish Chekhov while he is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 06:54) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.
(Rd 3 - 06:54) For the first time, Mickiewicz is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 3 - 06:39) Chekhov lands a left jab, but Mickiewicz avoids the kick to the body that it set up.
(Rd 3 - 06:26) Chekhov looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
(Rd 3 - 06:15) A jab lands from Chekhov, but Mickiewicz evades a big right punch.
(Rd 3 - 05:46) Mickiewicz comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 3 - 05:46) Chekhov almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Mickiewicz holds the other.
(Rd 3 - 05:46) Mickiewicz can't get Chekhov down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 05:30) Chekhov is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 05:19) Mickiewicz smothers Chekhov against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.
(Rd 3 - 05:05) Mickiewicz presses Chekhov up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 05:05) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.
(Rd 3 - 03:55) Chekhov is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Mickiewicz has over him.
(Rd 3 - 03:55) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 02:44) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.
(Rd 3 - 02:35) Mickiewicz, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance.
(Rd 3 - 02:35) A jab is wide from Chekhov, but then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 3 - 02:23) Mickiewicz is able to grab Chekhov.
(Rd 3 - 02:15) Mickiewicz looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 3 - 02:15) It doesn't work, Chekhov defended against it well.
(Rd 3 - 01:58) Mickiewicz is trying to muscle Chekhov up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 01:58) Mickiewicz achieves it, pinning Chekhov to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 01:41) Mickiewicz uses dirty boxing to punish Chekhov while he is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 01:24) Chekhov, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Mickiewicz is exerting.
(Rd 3 - 01:24) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 3 - 00:10) Mickiewicz smothers Chekhov against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges have Mickiewicz down as the winner.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Scourge Of Europe' Nicolai Mickiewicz!
(Rd 3 - 00:00) 'The Scourge Of Europe' Nicolai Mickiewicz books a place in the 2003 Spring Series Light Heavyweight Tourname tournament final!

Official Result: 'The Scourge Of Europe' Nicolai Mickiewicz defeats Aleksei 'Fists Of Death' Chekhov (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Nicolai Mickiewicz thanks everyone connected to Euro Team Thunder for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He gives a show of respect to his opponent.

CO-MAIN EVENT

2003 SPRING SERIES LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT

Affonso_Villar.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Toby_Sorkin.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Affonso "The Cyborg" Villar (28-4, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -240) vs. Toby "The Judoka Who'll Choke Ya" Sorkin (13-1, Underdog: +190)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) The co-main event is up next. Affonso 'The Cyborg' Villar goes head to head with Toby 'The Judoka Who'll Choke Ya' Sorkin in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The finals of the 2003 Spring Series Light Heavyweight Tourname tournament await the winner.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Edward Wilde, and Christina Shaw.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Villar looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 09:49) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) Villar fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a powerful right hook to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) Villar comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) Sorkin lands a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) Villar connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) Sorkin misses with a big right hand, allowing Villar to counter with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.
(Rd 1 - 08:21) Villar attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:21) Sorkin throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 08:21) Villar feints one way and then the other, throwing Sorkin off balance and leaving him badly exposed.
(Rd 1 - 08:21) Villar lands a left hand and then he hits Sorkin with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:06) Villar comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:06) Sorkin throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 08:06) Villar throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Villar comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Sorkin throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) A jab lands from Villar but the following kick to the body misses.
(Rd 1 - 07:30) Sorkin looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Villar simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 07:30) A flurry of five punches from Villar see one of them land and then hits Sorkin with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 07:07) Villar comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 07:07) Sorkin hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:07) Villar feints an attack that leaves Sorkin slightly off balance.
(Rd 1 - 07:07) A one-two from Villar fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 06:49) Villar comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 06:49) Sorkin throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 06:49) A nice feint from Villar causes Sorkin to become open.
(Rd 1 - 06:49) Villar can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a crunching leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 06:33) Villar comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 06:33) Sorkin hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:33) A feint is bought entirely by Sorkin, leaving him wide open.
(Rd 1 - 06:33) Villar throws some strikes and a right head kick, but Sorkin avoids them all.
(Rd 1 - 06:15) Villar moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Sorkin into exchanging strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:15) Sorkin throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 06:15) Villar can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits Sorkin with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 05:58) Villar lands a left hand and then scores with a high-impact right roundhouse kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 05:45) Villar forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 05:45) Sorkin tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 05:45) A jab hits home from Villar and then he catches Sorkin with a spin kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 05:27) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 05:04) Sorkin has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) We go past the halfway point of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) Villar comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) Villar is now in the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) Showing good hand speed, Villar lands a flurry of three punches but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) Villar forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) Sorkin throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) Stepping in, Villar throws five quick punches, three of which land, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 04:05) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Villar comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Sorkin fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Villar can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 03:24) Villar throws a punch but Sorkin avoids it.
(Rd 1 - 03:21) Seizing the opportunity, Sorkin clinches.
(Rd 1 - 03:11) Sorkin is trying to muscle Villar up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:11) Sorkin achieves it, pinning Villar to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:58) Villar is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 1 - 02:45) Sorkin attempts to throw an elbow, but Villar tightens the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 02:28) Although pressed against the cage, Villar still hits a few small punches to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 02:16) Sorkin attempts to use a knee strike but Villar pulls the clinch tighter.
(Rd 1 - 01:58) With the cage trapping Villar, Sorkin looks to be attempting to set up a judo throw.
(Rd 1 - 01:58) Sorkin doesn't get it, Villar blocked any attempt to move him.
(Rd 1 - 01:45) Sorkin looks to set up a judo throw.
(Rd 1 - 01:45) He executes an outside leg trip, sweeping Villar to the mat where he pulls guard!
(Rd 1 - 01:30) Sorkin lies on top of Villar, basically smothering him.
(Rd 1 - 01:03) Sorkin attempts to pass guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:03) He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) Round two begins!
(Rd 2 - 09:55) Sorkin may have been aiming to get in close, but Villar aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 09:55) Villar lands a jab and then hits a body kick.
(Rd 2 - 09:40) Villar moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, and then scores with a right head kick.
(Rd 2 - 09:21) Taking a few gulps of breath, Villar is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 2 - 09:12) Sorkin appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Villar took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 09:12) Villar connects with a nice jab and then scores with a leg kick.
(Rd 2 - 08:56) Villar hits a left jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Sorkin.
(Rd 2 - 08:47) Sorkin can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs.
(Rd 2 - 08:37) Sorkin appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Villar took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 08:37) A jab hits home from Villar and then he hits Sorkin with a body kick.
(Rd 2 - 08:27) Sorkin limps around, his leg now virtually useless thanks to all the damage it has taken.
(Rd 2 - 08:20) Villar doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.
(Rd 2 - 08:16) Sorkin moves in fast and clinches with Villar.
(Rd 2 - 08:07) Using his wrestling skills, Sorkin is trying to push Villar up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:07) Sorkin achieves it, pinning Villar to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 07:51) Sorkin attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Villar to the ground.
(Rd 2 - 07:51) An outside leg trip sweeps Villar down to the ground!
(Rd 2 - 07:51) Sorkin takes the back off the takedown.
(Rd 2 - 07:30) Sorkin tries to finish Villar off with a rear naked choke.
(Rd 2 - 07:30) Villar gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!
(Rd 2 - 07:07) Toby 'The Judoka Who'll Choke Ya' Sorkin takes the win by submission!
(Rd 2 - 07:07) Toby Sorkin moves into the 2003 Spring Series Light Heavyweight Tourname tournament final!

Official Result: Toby 'The Judoka Who'll Choke Ya' Sorkin defeats Affonso 'The Cyborg' Villar (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:53 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Toby Sorkin praises his team at War Dogs, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says he will fight anyone but that Aleksei Chekhov in particular "makes a lot of sense". This was a charismatic performance from a very good talker.

MAIN EVENT

CTC WELTERWEIGHT TITLE BOUT

Bobby_Brubaker.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Josh_Aldarisio.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Bobby "All-Star" Brubaker (20-4, 5-0 CTC, FAvorite: -130) vs. Josh "TNT" Aldarisio (21-2, 2-0 CTC, Underdog: +100)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Bobby 'All-Star' Brubaker battles Josh 'TNT' Aldarisio in the CTC Welterweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) This fight is for the CTC Welterweight title.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Edward Wilde, and Christina Shaw.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The two fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Brubaker fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight left that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 09:42) A jab is wide from Brubaker, but then he hits Aldarisio with a straight left.
(Rd 1 - 09:26) Brubaker connects with a jab, but misses with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:08) Brubaker throws a four punch flurry and a fast leg kick but Aldarisio avoids them all by backing away.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) Aldarisio moves in fast and clinches with Brubaker.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Aldarisio is looking to muscle Brubaker back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Brubaker ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:25) Aldarisio shows great control, keeping Brubaker pressed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:25) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) Smothered against the cage, Brubaker is trapped there, unable to get free.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) Aldarisio and Brubaker remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.
(Rd 1 - 06:16) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 06:03) Brubaker fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Aldarisio with a powerful body kick.
(Rd 1 - 05:49) Two jabs hit home from Brubaker and then he lands a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 05:28) Brubaker hits a right jab and then scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) Brubaker hits a right jab and then catches Aldarisio with a crunching left hook.
(Rd 1 - 04:54) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:43) Brubaker closes in on Aldarisio, looking to unleash some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 04:43) Brubaker lands a right hand and then lands a hard low kick to the legs.
(Rd 1 - 04:22) Aldarisio may have been aiming to get in close, but Brubaker aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 04:22) Brubaker hits a right hand, but finds nothing but air with a big left.
(Rd 1 - 04:08) Brubaker hits a right hand, but Aldarisio dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next.
(Rd 1 - 03:43) Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 03:43) Aldarisio couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Brubaker hops in place on the other.
(Rd 1 - 03:43) Aldarisio can't get Brubaker down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:26) Aldarisio goes to use some dirty boxing, but Brubaker is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening.
(Rd 1 - 03:08) Aldarisio tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Brubaker uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.
(Rd 1 - 02:49) Brubaker is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 1 - 02:39) Showing good control, Aldarisio keeps Brubaker stuck against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:39) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.
(Rd 1 - 01:25) Brubaker is pressed up against the cage and held there.
(Rd 1 - 01:25) Occasional short punches are all that happen for about the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:38) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 00:26) Aldarisio uses a right jab while backing away.
(Rd 1 - 00:26) Brubaker can't connect with a jab, but then hits Aldarisio with a straight left.
(Rd 1 - 00:10) Brubaker lands a jab and then catches Aldarisio with a left kick to the head.
(Rd 1 - 00:10) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Aldarisio.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Aldarisio.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) Round two begins!
(Rd 2 - 09:51) A jab hits home from Brubaker and then he hits a powerful body kick.
(Rd 2 - 09:31) There's a takedown attempt from Aldarisio, who set it up well.
(Rd 2 - 09:31) He has the takedown! Brubaker pulls guard.
(Rd 2 - 09:22) Aldarisio attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
(Rd 2 - 09:22) He passes the guard well, gaining side control.
(Rd 2 - 08:49) Aldarisio tries to pound away with elbows but does minimal damage.
(Rd 2 - 08:38) Brubaker tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 2 - 08:23) In side control, Aldarisio throws a couple of punches designed to keep Brubaker guessing.
(Rd 2 - 08:04) Aldarisio pounds away with elbows but is unable to land many clean shots.
(Rd 2 - 07:51) Brubaker tries to pull guard on Aldarisio but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 2 - 07:38) Aldarisio throws some short elbows but Brubaker defends against them well.
(Rd 2 - 07:20) Aldarisio blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 2 - 07:03) Aldarisio fires away with short elbows but does little in the way of actual damage.
(Rd 2 - 06:52) Brubaker tries to move to guard, but Aldarisio doesn't allow it.
(Rd 2 - 06:35) Aldarisio pounds away with elbows but can't quite land anything with any degree of power.
(Rd 2 - 06:19) Brubaker tries to move to guard, but Aldarisio doesn't allow it.
(Rd 2 - 06:03) Aldarisio pounds away with elbow strikes but Brubaker isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 2 - 05:45) Brubaker tries to pull guard on Aldarisio but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 2 - 05:32) Aldarisio tries to pound away with elbows but does minimal damage.
(Rd 2 - 05:18) Brubaker tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 2 - 05:04) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.
(Rd 2 - 04:57) We move into the second half of this round.
(Rd 2 - 04:57) A jab hits home from Brubaker and then he lands a big left hand.
(Rd 2 - 04:40) Brubaker lands a right jab, but misses when he attempts to go to the body after.
(Rd 2 - 04:30) For the first time, Brubaker is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 2 - 04:25) Brubaker can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Aldarisio with a leg kick.
(Rd 2 - 04:08) It looked like we were about to see Aldarisio try and get some grappling started, but Brubaker was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 04:08) Showing good hand speed, Brubaker lands a flurry of five punches and then hits Aldarisio with a beauty of a straight left.
(Rd 2 - 03:32) Setting it up well, Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 2 - 03:32) The takedown is successful, Brubaker pulls guard.
(Rd 2 - 03:32) That's two takedowns from three attempts.
(Rd 2 - 03:19) Aldarisio attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
(Rd 2 - 03:19) He passes to half guard.
(Rd 2 - 02:30) Aldarisio fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 2 - 02:08) Brubaker tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 2 - 01:54) Aldarisio throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 2 - 01:27) In half guard, Aldarisio throws a couple of punches designed to keep Brubaker guessing.
(Rd 2 - 01:08) Brubaker tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Aldarisio doesn't allow it.
(Rd 2 - 00:52) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
(Rd 2 - 00:52) Aldarisio looks to pass half guard and get side control.
(Rd 2 - 00:52) Brubaker can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Aldarisio gains side control.
(Rd 2 - 00:03) Aldarisio fires away with elbows, but only a few actually find their way through and even those are only glancing blows.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) We are back underway!
(Rd 3 - 09:45) Brubaker can't connect with a jab, but then catches Aldarisio with a high-impact spin kick to the body!
(Rd 3 - 09:45) Aldarisio collapses from that blow!
(Rd 3 - 09:39) Brubaker quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Aldarisio!
(Rd 3 - 09:39) Incredibly, Aldarisio holds on and survives an arsenal of vicious stomps and kicks!
(Rd 3 - 09:23) Aldarisio tries to connect with an up-kick, but it just makes Brubaker step back.
(Rd 3 - 09:03) Aldarisio keeps Brubaker back with an up-kick.
(Rd 3 - 08:52) Brubaker goes for a flying stomp!
(Rd 3 - 08:52) Brubaker doesn't hit the target, and the miss allows Aldarisio to try and scramble.
(Rd 3 - 08:34) Brubaker ends up in guard.
(Rd 3 - 08:20) Brubaker fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 3 - 07:51) Brubaker deflects a couple of punches that Aldarisio threw from below.
(Rd 3 - 07:38) Brubaker fires off a few punches.
(Rd 3 - 07:22) Aldarisio tries to sweep Brubaker but can't do it.
(Rd 3 - 07:10) Brubaker keeps Aldarisio guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 3 - 06:46) Aldarisio drags Brubaker in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.
(Rd 3 - 06:32) Brubaker fires off a few punches.
(Rd 3 - 06:03) In guard, Brubaker is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 3 - 05:40) Aldarisio throws out some punches, but Brubaker leans back to avoid them.
(Rd 3 - 05:24) Brubaker keeps Aldarisio guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 3 - 04:57) We go past the halfway point of this round.
(Rd 3 - 04:57) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
(Rd 3 - 04:57) Aldarisio is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 3 - 04:45) Brubaker connects with a jab, but Aldarisio avoids a big left.
(Rd 3 - 04:27) Brubaker lands a flurry of four quick punches and then hits a body kick.
(Rd 3 - 04:05) Aldarisio may have been aiming to get in close, but Brubaker aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 3 - 04:05) Brubaker can't connect with a jab, but then hits Aldarisio with a body kick.
(Rd 3 - 03:48) Brubaker lands a jab and then scores with a high-impact left roundhouse kick to the ribs.
(Rd 3 - 03:36) Aldarisio shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 3 - 03:36) Brubaker almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Aldarisio has hold of one leg.
(Rd 3 - 03:36) Aldarisio uses the position to drive Brubaker up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 03:18) Aldarisio goes to use some dirty boxing, but Brubaker is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening.
(Rd 3 - 03:01) Unable to get free, Brubaker is smothered up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 03:01) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.
(Rd 3 - 01:55) Brubaker takes a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 3 - 01:49) Smothered against the cage, Brubaker cannot get free.
(Rd 3 - 01:49) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.
(Rd 3 - 00:48) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.
(Rd 3 - 00:48) Brubaker is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.
(Rd 3 - 00:40) Brubaker hits a right hand, but Aldarisio avoids a big left.
(Rd 3 - 00:18) Circling, Aldarisio clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.
(Rd 3 - 00:18) Brubaker connects with a nice jab and then scores with a leg kick.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) A large bruise is starting to appear on the side of Aldarisio, he has not defended his rib cage well enough so far tonight.

Round 4

(Rd 4 - 10:00) We are back underway!
(Rd 4 - 09:49) Aldarisio comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 4 - 09:49) Aldarisio gets hold of a leg but Brubaker remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 4 - 09:49) With Brubaker not going down, Aldarisio settles for pushing him up against the cage.
(Rd 4 - 09:35) Aldarisio uses a vicious foot stomp.
(Rd 4 - 09:24) Aldarisio uses dirty boxing to punish Brubaker while he is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 4 - 09:10) Brubaker is trapped up against the cage.
(Rd 4 - 09:10) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.
(Rd 4 - 08:11) Aldarisio tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Brubaker uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.
(Rd 4 - 07:55) Brubaker is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.
(Rd 4 - 07:42) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center.
(Rd 4 - 07:42) Brubaker is looking really tired.
(Rd 4 - 07:42) Aldarisio is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.
(Rd 4 - 07:35) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 4 - 07:35) Aldarisio misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Brubaker attacks with a jab and a kick to the leg.
(Rd 4 - 07:25) Brubaker is breathing very hard.
(Rd 4 - 07:19) Brubaker can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice straight left that lands hard.
(Rd 4 - 07:00) Brubaker lands a jab and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 4 - 06:44) Brubaker hits a right jab and then catches Aldarisio with a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 4 - 06:20) Aldarisio isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.
(Rd 4 - 06:20) Brubaker lands a jab and then hits Aldarisio with a left to the side of the ribs.
(Rd 4 - 06:05) A tired Aldarisio moves forward, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 4 - 06:05) Brubaker stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.
(Rd 4 - 05:40) Brubaker can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Aldarisio with a beauty of a straight left.
(Rd 4 - 05:21) Brubaker fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a crunching straight left to the jaw!
(Rd 4 - 05:21) Aldarisio is out! It's all over!
(Rd 4 - 05:14) The winner, by knock out; Bobby Brubaker!
(Rd 4 - 05:14) Bobby 'All-Star' Brubaker makes his second defence of the CTC Welterweight title.

Official Result: Bobby 'All-Star' Brubaker defeats Josh 'TNT' Aldarisio (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:46 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Bobby Brubaker thanks everyone connected to Strike Force for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Bobby Brubaker celebrates still being the CTC Welterweight Champion, and says he is looking forward to the next challenger stepping forward. A lively, charismatic speaker, Bobby Brubaker is great at using these interviews to sell himself.

Bobby Brubaker Retains The CTC Welterweight Title

Defences: 2 (Jonathan Huang, Josh Aldarisio)

Attendance: 2,544

Gate Reciepts: $418,488

Sponsorship: $53,936

Ad Revenue: $5,161,576

Merchandise: $8,476

Fighter Pay: $231,155 (Highest Paid: Bobby Brubaker, $66,886)

Drug Testing: $11,550

Production: $61,624

Profit: $5,338,147

Critical Rating: 70%

Commercial Rating: 95%

Fight of the Night: Bobby Brubaker vs. Josh Aldarisio

KO of the Night: Bobby Brubaker (vs. Josh Aldarisio)

Submission of the Night: Toby Sorkin (vs. Affonso Villar)

UPDATED TOURNAMENT BRACKETS

News

- The CTC announce that Antoinette Demers has been cut from the roster following three straight losses. She leaves the CTC with a promotional record 0-3, including a second round submission loss to Cortney Lefebvre at Canadian Tournament Combat 11, a first round submission loss to Diane Taylor at CTC Sunday Night Fights 14, and a second round submission loss to Joell Pelletier at Canadian Tournament Combat 49.

- The CTC announce that Terry Shakespeare has been cut from the roster following three straight losses. He leaves the CTC with a promotional record 0-3, including a Unanimous Decision loss to Tommy Cowan at Canadian Tournament Combat 25, a first round knock out loss to Colin JL Capes at Canadian Tournament Combat 41, and a first round knock out loss to OJ Oberst at Canadian Tournament Combat 49.

CageRage · June 5, 2020

CTC Sunday Night Fights 17

Sunday, Week 1, May 2003

MAIN EVENT

Womens Bantamweight Bout: "The Arizona Animal" Sarah Vaughan (16-3, 3-1 CTC, Favorite: -530) vs. "Glamourous G." Gianna Russo (9-2, 3-1 CTC, Underdog: +420)

Sarah Vaughan is among the best Bantamweights in the world. Known for her vicious ground and pound, and top quality wrestling, she is a test for anybody. She is coming off a first round TKO loss to Pamela O'Neill in the first ever CTC Womens Bantamweight Title fight. Gianna Russo is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu student. Decent on the ground, with an ever improving striking game, she is some who can definately trouble any opponent. She is coming of a Unanimous Decision loss to Sayoko Ebisawa in the Final of the 2002 Winter Series Womens Bantamweight Tournament.

CO-MAIN EVENT

Womens Bantamweight Bout: Gina "The Vixen" Dixon (11-2, 1-1 CTC, Favorite: -110) vs. "Deadly T." Thea Higgins (10-2, Underdog: +100)

Gina Dixon is a strong grappler, who likes to keep close to her opponents, where she can control them and grind out victories. She is coming off a first round submission loss to Samantha Sachs in the Quarter-Finals of the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament. Thea Higgins is a ground and pound specialist, who has one of the best double leg takedowns in womens MMA, and it seems she can take down anyone she wants, any time. She is coming off a fifth round knock out victory over Lily Hickmann that won her the WEFF Bantamweight Title.

MAIN CARD

Finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

Womens Bantamweight Bout: Taniko Uchiyama (9-1, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -110) vs. Monica "Mayhem" Masters (11-2, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +100)

Taniko Uchiyama is a Jiu-Jitsu specialist, who is known for her active guard, and her extraordinary flexibility. She is capable of giving anyone problems on the ground, but her inability to offer a striking threat is a problem. She is coming off a first round submission victory over Echiko Watanabe in her last fight. Monica Masters is a tough, energetic striker with a fantastic chin. She is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round submission loss to Sarah Vaughan in the Quarter-Final of the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament.

Womens Bantamweight Bout: Echiko "Rhino" Watanabe (7-2, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +100) vs. Hisae Asahi (3-1, 3-1 CTC, Favorite: -110)

Echiko Watanabe is a strong wrestler, who tends to run straight through opponents. A hard-hitting fighter, she prefers to grapple with her opponents, and slam them down so she can pummel them with strikes from on top. She is coming off a first round submission loss to Taniko Uchiyama in her last fight. Hisae Asahi comes from a Judo background, and likes to throw people down, and work her submission game. She is coming off a second round submission loss to Gianna Russo in the Quarter-Finals of the Season 2 Womens Bantamweight Tournament.

Semi-Final of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

Womens Bantamweight Bout: "The Maryland Mauler" Helen Fox (7-3, 0-2 CTC, Favorite: -340) vs. Tiiu "Tigress" Kass (11-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +270)

Helen Fox is one of the most powerful competitors in womens MMA, and likes to use that strength in conjunction with her wrestling skill to grind out results via smothering control. She has lost her first two CTC fights, and this could be her last chance to pick up a win. She is coming off a third round TKO loss to Hester Maclean in her last fight. Tiiu Kass is a trained boxer, and it is her hands that present her biggest threat in MMA, both quick, and powerful. She is coming off a second round submission loss to Ruth Becker in the Quarter-Finals of the Season 2 Womens Bantamweight Tournament.

Womens Bantamweight Bout: "Home Wrecker" Ruth Becker (9-3, 2-1 CTC, Favorite: -550) vs. Rose Nessa (8-2, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +430)

Ruth Becker is a fairly good wrestler who has no objections to standing and slugging it out if necessary, possessing the power in her hands to make her a threat. She is coming off a first round submission loss to Sayoko Ebisawa in the Semi-Finals of the 2002 Winter Series Womens Bantamweight Tournament. Rose Nessa is a decent boxer who is known for her iron chin. She is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Hester Maclean in her last fight.

Womens Bantamweight Bout: Katarzyna "Killer" Wojciechowska (7-2, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -310) vs. "Here Comes Trouble" Debra Everett (6-4, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +240)

Katarzyna Wojciechowska is a rugged kickboxer with a pronounced mean streak who just loves inflicting violence. She will happily stand with anyone in the sport, and is generally known for being in exciting fights. She is coming off a first round submission loss to Ruth Becker in her last fight. Debra Everett is a tough opponent, a good striker, she always comes ready to compete and is hard to stop. She is coming off a first round technical submission loss to Grace Hughes in her last fight.

PRELIMINARY CARD

CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweight Tournament Quarter-Final Bout: "Wild Thing" Katy-Jayne Paulson (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -640) vs. Julita Poulin (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +510)

Katy-Jayne Paulson is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu student, who has undoubted raw talent, but needs to hone the other areas of her MMA game, such as her sloppy stand-up. She is coming off a Split Decision victory over Tracy Garcia in her last fight. Julita Poulin is a fighter from a Kung Fu background, known for her good technical boxing, and powerful leg kicks. She is coming off a first round submission victory over Leonore Lefevre in her last fight.

CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweight Tournament Quarter-Final Bout: Tammy "Bam Bam" Westenra (7-7, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +420) vs. "Dangerous" Denise Phelan (1-1, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -530)

Tammy Westenra is a fighter known for her good technical boxing skills. Her poor cardio has always been a weak spot, as she tends to fade in the later rounds. She is coming off a first round TKO loss to Honor O'Neill in her last fight. Denise Phelan is a wrestler, who is very good at phyically imposing herself on opponents, it is only really her lack of quality striking that holds her back. She is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Grace Hughes in her last fight.

CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweight Tournament Quarter-Final Bout: Honor "Glory" O'Neill (2-0, 2-0 CTC, Favorite: -260) vs. Liz "The Sexy Badger" Brunnell (2-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +200)

Honor O'Neill is a wrestler from Toronto, known for her good grappling skills. Not much is known about her this early, but her training partners talk very highly of her passion for MMA, and her work ethic. She is coming off a first round submission victory over Chante Blais in her last fight. Liz Brunnell is a wrestler, who likes to beat people up from the clinch with dirty boxing, and tight body control. She is coming off a first round submission loss to Hisae Asahi in her last fight.

CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweight Tournament Quarter-Final Bout: Chante "The Rottweiler" Blais (0-1, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +550) vs. Lucia "Lady O' War" Pessoa (7-3, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -700)

Chante Blais is a fighter from a Freestyle Wrestling background, who has absolutely brutal ground and pound that she can utilize if she ever gets a fight to the ground. She is coming off a first round submission loss to Honor O'Neill in her last fight. Lucia Pessoa is a karate practitioner, whose stand up is decent enough, but she is let down by her lack of skill in other areas of the sport. She is coming off a first round TKO loss to Hanae Maehata in her last fight.

Womens Bantamweight Bout: Cindy Dumas (6-2, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +100) vs. "Amazing" Grace Hughes (5-4, 2-1 CTC, Favorite: -130)

Cindy Dumas is a decent wrestler, who likes to work from up close, where she can bully opponents around with her grappling. She is good at inflicting damage from the clinch with dirty boxing, but lacks the ability to finish. She is coming off a first round TKO loss to Tiiu Kass in her last fight. Grace Hughes is a pretty talented Jiu-Jitsu student, who likes to use her submission savvy to tie opponents in knots. She is dangerous on the ground, but her lack of a striking game is a weakness. She is coming off a first round submission loss to Hisae Asahi in her last fight.

Womens Bantamweight Bout: Olivia "Sugar" Sweet (9-5, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +550) vs. "Vicious But Delicious" Tracy Garcia (6-2, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -690)

Olivia Sweet is a good kickboxer who is known for her hard, sharp kicks. Almost entirely useless on the ground, as long as the fight remains standing she is a dangerous opponent. She is coming off a second round TKO loss to Michelle Addams in her last fight. Tracy Garcia is a BJJ competitor, who is a threat on the ground, but lacks a decent striking game. She does have fairly heavy hands though, and so can cause damage if she manages to connect. She is coming off a Split Decision loss to Katy-Jayne Paulson in her last fight.

Womens Bantamweight Bout: Yutsuko Sasaki (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -250) vs. Suzanne Elder (7-3, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +190)

Yutsuko Sasaki is a wrestler, who uses her low center of gravity, and powerful legs to make her takedowns hard to resist. Once on the ground she rains down blows with her nasty ground and pound. She is coming off a second round TKO victory over Saya Ikegami in her last fight. Suzanne Elder is a wrestler, who combines solid grappling with great physical strength, allowing her to manhandle opponents. She is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Yuya Shimizu in her last fight.

Womens Bantamweight Bout: Saya Ikegami (10-2, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -280) vs. Diana Marr (6-4, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +220)

Saya Ikegami is a Karate fighter. An unorthodox striker, she likes to throw in surprise moves to catch opponents off guard, and that usually makes for entertaining bouts. She is coming off a second round TKO loss to Yutsuko Sasaki in her last fight. Diana Marr is a Taekwondo striker, known for her array of creative strikes. She lacks the finishing power to make her truly dangerous, and her poor ground game is a huge weakness, but she is exciting to watch. She is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Erica Page in her last fight.

Womens Bantamweight Bout: Diana "Texas Strong" England (3-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +340) vs. Romi Takahashi (5-1, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -430)

Diana England comes from a Muay Thai background, and is very dangerous if she can trap her opponent in the clinch. She is coming off a second round TKO victory over Dorothy Gayle in her last fight. Romi Takahashi is a quality kick boxer, who is known for her explosive surges and excellent takedown defence. She is coming off a third round submission loss to Mizuki Watanabe in her last fight.

Womens Bantamweight Bout: Emi Nagano (7-2, Favorite: -360) vs. Yuya Shimizu (9-3, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +280)

Emi Nagano is strong and well-conditioned. She can stand and strike when necessary, but is at her best when she can grapple with her opponent, usually taking them to the floor, where she can grind out wins. She is coming off a first round TKO loss to Mary Wu in KDMFC. Yuya Shimizu is trained in Jeet Kune Do, and is a good creative striker who likes to use a lot of powerful kicks in her fights. She is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Suzanne Elder in her last fight.

Weigh-In Results

Sarah Vaughan (135 lbs) vs. Gianna Russo (135 lbs)

Gina Dixon (135 lbs) vs. Thea Higgins (135 lbs)

Taniko Uchiyama (135 lbs) vs. Monica Masters (135 lbs)

Echiko Watanabe (135 lbs) vs. Hisae Asahi (135 lbs)

Helen Fox (135 lbs) vs. Tiiu Kass (135 lbs)

Ruth Becker (135 lbs) vs. Rose Nessa (135 lbs)

Katarzyna Wojciechowska (135 lbs) vs. Debra Everett (135 lbs)

Katy-Jayne Paulson (133 lbs) vs. Julita Poulin (135 lbs)

Tammy Westenra (135 lbs) vs. Denise Phelan (135 lbs)

Honor O'Neill (135 lbs) vs. Liz Brunnell (135 lbs)

Chante Blais (135 lbs) vs. Lucia Pessoa (135 lbs)

Cindy Dumas (135 lbs) vs. Grace Hughes (135 lbs)

Olivia Sweet (135 lbs) vs. Tracy Garcia (135 lbs)

Yutsuko Sasaki (135 lbs) vs. Suzanne Elder (135 lbs)

Saya Ikegami (135 lbs) vs. Diana Marr (135 lbs)

Diana England (135 lbs) vs. Romi Takahashi (135 lbs)

Emi Nagano (135 lbs) vs. Yuya Shimizu (135 lbs)

CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Full Fight Card

WBW: Sarah Vaughan vs. Gianna Russo

WBW: Gina Dixon vs. Thea Higgins

WBW Final: Paulson/Poulin/Westenra/Phelan vs. O'Neill/Brunnell/Blais/Pessoa

WBW: Taniko Uchiyama vs. Monica Masters

WBW: Echiko Watanabe vs. Hisae Asahi

WBW SF: Paulson/Poulin vs. Westenra/Phelan

WBW SF: O'Neill/Brunnell vs. Blais/Pessoa

WBW: Helen Fox vs. Tiiu Kass

WBW: Ruth Becker vs. Rose Nessa

WBW: Katarzyna Wojciechowska vs. Debra Everett

WBW QF: Katy-Jayne Paulson vs. Julita Poulin

WBW QF: Tammy Westenra vs. Denis Phelan

WBW QF: Honor O'Neill vs. Liz Brunnell

WBW QF: Chante Blais vs. Lucia Pessoa

WBW: Cindy Dumas vs. Grace Hughes

WBW: Olivia Sweet vs. Tracy Garcia

WBW: Yutsuko Sasaki vs. Suzanne Elder

WBW: Saya Ikegami vs. Diana Marr

WBW: Diana England vs. Romi Takahashi

WBW: Emi Nagano vs. Yuya Shimizu

CageRage · June 7, 2020

Sunday, Week 1, May 2003

Live From Windsor, Ontario

PRELIMINARY CARD

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Emi_Nagano.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Yuya_Shimizu.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Emi Nagano (7-2, Favorite: -360) vs. Yuya Shimizu (9-3, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +280)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our first fight of the night is Emi Nagano battling Yuya Shimizu.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Kenneth Capote will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Christina Shaw, and Stewart Morecambe.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) They start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Shimizu is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Nagano misses with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) Shimizu steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) Nagano manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) Shimizu feints to one side, causing Nagano to react and leave herself off balance.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) Shimizu can't connect with a jab, but then she lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:13) Shimizu initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:13) Nagano hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 09:13) Shimizu throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 1 - 08:57) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Shimizu comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Nagano lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Nagano buys a feint and is left open.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) A jab hits home from Shimizu and then she hits Nagano with a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 07:59) Shimizu comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 07:59) Nagano manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 07:59) Nagano falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.
(Rd 1 - 07:59) Shimizu throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 07:39) Shimizu fails to find a home for her jab, but then catches Nagano with a right roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) Shimizu attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) Nagano fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) Shimizu connects with a nice jab and then she lands a spinning back kick to the chest.
(Rd 1 - 07:02) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 06:31) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 06:31) Nagano misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a jab and a good right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:12) A jab is wide from Shimizu, but then she catches Nagano with a beautiful right kick to the head.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Shimizu sees that Nagano is wobbly and comes in for the kill! Nagano just covers up, leaning on the cage, too dazed to do anything but try and survive the next few seconds!
(Rd 1 - 06:01) A flying knee hits, but Nagano blocked some of it with her arms and manages to stay on her feet!
(Rd 1 - 05:46) Nagano regains her wits just in time to duck under the head kick that would have surely ended the fight.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) Having apparently cleared her head, Nagano is able to circle away from the cage and return to the center.
(Rd 1 - 05:22) Shimizu hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 05:05) A jab hits home from Shimizu and then she lands a spinning back kick to the chest.
(Rd 1 - 04:52) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) Shimizu comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) Nagano hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) Shimizu can't hit a set-up left jab, but then she lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 04:25) Shimizu comes forward on the attack.
(Rd 1 - 04:25) Nagano throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 04:25) A jab lands from Shimizu but Nagano evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 04:09) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 04:09) Nagano misses with a big right hand, allowing Shimizu to counter with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 03:45) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.
(Rd 1 - 03:20) Nagano uses a left jab while backing away.
(Rd 1 - 03:20) Shimizu can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 02:59) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 02:32) Nagano lands a weak, tentative jab.
(Rd 1 - 02:32) Shimizu can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 02:10) Shimizu comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 02:10) Shimizu steps into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 02:10) Shimizu connects with a jab but Nagano evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 01:48) Shimizu attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:48) Nagano throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 01:48) Nagano falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.
(Rd 1 - 01:48) Shimizu lands a jab and then she hits a vicious high right kick to the side of the head!
(Rd 1 - 01:48) Nagano is knocked down by that shot!
(Rd 1 - 01:34) Shimizu quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Nagano!
(Rd 1 - 01:34) Incredibly, Nagano holds on and survives an arsenal of stomps and kicks!
(Rd 1 - 01:09) Shimizu tries to come in and secure a ground position.
(Rd 1 - 01:09) Shimizu is quick, Nagano can't stop her getting side control.
(Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:57) Shimizu fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 00:28) Shimizu pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.
(Rd 1 - 00:28) The strikes are hard enough to force Nagano to roll to the side, giving up her back in the process!
(Rd 1 - 00:13) Shimizu pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Nagano.
(Rd 1 - 00:02) Shimizu pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) Round two begins!
(Rd 2 - 09:49) A jab is wide from Shimizu, but then she catches Nagano with a beautiful right kick to the head.
(Rd 2 - 09:37) Retreating, Nagano looks punch-drunk...she may be in big trouble!
(Rd 2 - 09:37) A big right hand from Shimizu drops Nagano!
(Rd 2 - 09:23) Shimizu knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Nagano, looking to finish her off by raining down punches!
(Rd 2 - 09:23) Shimizu unloads with massive right hands and Nagano is getting destroyed!
(Rd 2 - 09:23) The referee jumps in and saves Nagano from taking any more shots!
(Rd 2 - 09:07) The winner, by TKO; Yuya Shimizu!

Official Result: Yuya Shimizu defeats Emi Nagano (TKO (Strikes) in 0:53 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Yuya Shimizu thanks everyone connected to Team Lotus for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. Asked who she wants next, she says that she demands a fight with Stella Massey.

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Diana_England.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Romi_Takahashi.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Diana "Texas Strong" England (3-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +340) vs. Romi Takahashi (5-1, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -430)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up, Diana 'Texas Strong' England fighting Romi Takahashi.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 09:45) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:45) Takahashi dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) England misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) Takahashi hits a jab but fails on a leg kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) England hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) Takahashi lands a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) England misses with a big right hand, allowing Takahashi to counter with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 07:59) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:59) England is well off target with a head kick and gets punished with a jab and a head kick that is off-target.
(Rd 1 - 07:39) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:39) England misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Takahashi comes in with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a big right hand that just misses.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) England hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Takahashi hits a wicked four punch combination that ends with a hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 06:48) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 06:48) England lands a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg.
(Rd 1 - 06:48) Takahashi hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 06:22) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 06:22) Takahashi dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a kick to the leg.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Takahashi slips past a right hook and counters with a quick kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 05:34) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 05:34) England misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Takahashi comes in with a left jab and a good right hand.
(Rd 1 - 05:34) Standing and trading is not working for England, so far in this fight she has simply been out-classed and out-struck.
(Rd 1 - 05:19) England smiles, which is generally a sign that that last shot hurt her.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) England finds a way past her opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) Takahashi scores with a jab and also lands a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) England lands a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) Takahashi hits a couple of jabs but fails to land a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) Takahashi is off-target with a jab but lands a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) England hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked.
(Rd 1 - 03:55) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 03:55) England misses a big right hand, putting her off balance and allowing Takahashi to attack with a left jab and a good right hook.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) England lands a one-two.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Takahashi hits a jab and also hits a left hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 03:22) England is limping a little bit.
(Rd 1 - 03:13) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 03:13) England misses with a big right hand, allowing Takahashi to counter with a jab and a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 03:00) That was the perfect example of how Takahashi can use her reach advantage.
(Rd 1 - 03:00) She can use it to hit England at range.
(Rd 1 - 03:00) Limping slightly, England is definitely starting to feel the damage to her legs.
(Rd 1 - 02:48) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:48) England misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Takahashi attacks with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 02:34) England takes a moment to switch to a southpaw stance.
(Rd 1 - 02:34) England limps slightly as she circles.
(Rd 1 - 02:26) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 02:26) England misses a big left hand, putting her off balance and allowing Takahashi to attack with a left kick to the rib cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:18) England limps slightly as she circles.
(Rd 1 - 02:03) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:03) Takahashi hits a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 02:03) England scores with a jab but has a left hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 01:50) Switching back to a traditional stance, England gets ready to strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:37) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:37) England hits a jab but has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 01:37) Takahashi lands a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 01:25) Takahashi pulls her best mean face and tries to stare her opponent down.
(Rd 1 - 01:15) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:15) England misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Takahashi attacks with a left jab and a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 00:49) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:49) Takahashi dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 00:24) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) We are back underway!
(Rd 2 - 09:53) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 2 - 09:53) England misses a right hook and gets countered with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 09:37) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 2 - 09:37) Takahashi counters a right hand with two jabs that are followed by a left kick to the ribs.
(Rd 2 - 09:17) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 2 - 09:17) England misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a quick kick.
(Rd 2 - 08:51) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 2 - 08:51) England misses with a big right hand, allowing Takahashi to counter with a jab and a leg kick that narrowly misses the target.
(Rd 2 - 08:42) Takahashi is still moving well, but she is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 2 - 08:35) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.
(Rd 2 - 08:08) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 2 - 08:08) Takahashi slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left hook.
(Rd 2 - 07:58) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.
(Rd 2 - 07:35) England is still moving well, but she is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 2 - 07:29) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 2 - 07:29) England is off-target with a jab but lands a left kick to the rib cage.
(Rd 2 - 07:29) Takahashi is off-target with a jab but hits a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 07:29) England has a large gash on her forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward her eyes.
(Rd 2 - 07:07) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 2 - 07:07) Takahashi slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 06:45) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 2 - 06:45) England doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 06:45) Takahashi hits a three punch combo that ends with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 06:17) They come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 06:17) England misses a right hook and gets countered with a left hook.
(Rd 2 - 06:10) England takes a moment to switch to a southpaw stance.
(Rd 2 - 06:10) England motions for Takahashi to come on and fight.
(Rd 2 - 06:04) They come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 06:04) Takahashi tries to go to the body but gets countered with a left cross.
(Rd 2 - 05:48) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.
(Rd 2 - 05:26) England returns to a traditional stance.
(Rd 2 - 05:26) Takahashi glares at her opponent.
(Rd 2 - 05:21) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 05:21) England misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a left hook to the body.
(Rd 2 - 05:10) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on England.
(Rd 2 - 05:10) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.
(Rd 2 - 05:10) Referee Harry A. Bierce brings them to the center and we're back underway!
(Rd 2 - 05:00) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 2 - 05:00) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 05:00) England misses a big right hand, putting her off balance and allowing Takahashi to attack with a jab and a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 04:35) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 2 - 04:35) Takahashi feints an attack that leaves England slightly off balance.
(Rd 2 - 04:35) Takahashi dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 04:07) They come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 04:07) England is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 04:07) Takahashi scores with a jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 2 - 03:45) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 2 - 03:45) Takahashi slips past a right hook and counters with a solid right hand.
(Rd 2 - 03:21) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 2 - 03:21) Takahashi dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left cross.
(Rd 2 - 03:21) A strike has re-opened the noticeable gash above the hairline of England.
(Rd 2 - 03:16) Limping slightly, England is definitely starting to feel the damage to her legs.
(Rd 2 - 03:10) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 2 - 03:10) Takahashi is off-target with a jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 03:10) England misses a jab and also doesn't connect with a right roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 2 - 02:56) Limping slightly, England is definitely starting to feel the damage to her legs.
(Rd 2 - 02:48) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 02:48) England misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 02:28) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 02:28) England misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Takahashi comes in with a left jab and a low kick.
(Rd 2 - 02:16) England has an obvious limp as she circles.
(Rd 2 - 02:07) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 02:07) England connects with a left hand.
(Rd 2 - 02:07) Takahashi scores with a left hook.
(Rd 2 - 02:02) Limping quite noticeably, England is definitely feeling the damage to her legs.
(Rd 2 - 01:56) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 2 - 01:56) Takahashi doesn't connect with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 2 - 01:56) England is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.
(Rd 2 - 01:46) Takahashi appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, her hands are starting to lower just a fraction.
(Rd 2 - 01:33) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 2 - 01:33) England misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Takahashi attacks with a jab and a right hand to the body that is too short.
(Rd 2 - 01:21) England has an obvious limp as she circles.
(Rd 2 - 01:07) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 2 - 01:07) Takahashi connects with a left hand.
(Rd 2 - 01:07) England hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.
(Rd 2 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.
(Rd 2 - 00:53) England is definitely slowing, her gas tank is being challenged here.
(Rd 2 - 00:53) Limping quite noticeably, England is definitely feeling the damage to her legs.
(Rd 2 - 00:47) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 2 - 00:47) England misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 2 - 00:37) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on England.
(Rd 2 - 00:37) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.
(Rd 2 - 00:37) We're back underway!
(Rd 2 - 00:37) England has an obvious limp as she circles.
(Rd 2 - 00:22) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 2 - 00:22) England misses a big right hand, putting her off balance and allowing Takahashi to attack with a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 2 - 00:04) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 2 - 00:04) England misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Takahashi attacks with a nice right hook.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) Our last round, round three, begins!
(Rd 3 - 09:45) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 3 - 09:45) England misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Takahashi attacks with a kick to the leg.
(Rd 3 - 09:20) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 3 - 09:20) England misses a big right hand, putting her off balance and allowing Takahashi to attack with a left jab and a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 3 - 09:05) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.
(Rd 3 - 09:05) England attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Takahashi on the ground.
(Rd 3 - 09:05) England doesn't get the trip, Takahashi instead wrestles her way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 3 - 08:46) England looks very tired out there.
(Rd 3 - 08:46) Takahashi tries to suck England to the ground by wrapping her legs around the waist and pulling guard.
(Rd 3 - 08:46) It's no use though, England doesn't budge and instead takes control of the clinch.
(Rd 3 - 08:27) England is trying to lock Takahashi into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 3 - 08:27) Takahashi can't fight it off and ends up caught.
(Rd 3 - 08:14) Using the clinch, England drives a knee into the chest of Takahashi, but didn't get much force behind it.
(Rd 3 - 08:03) Takahashi is breathing very hard.
(Rd 3 - 08:03) Takahashi tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.
(Rd 3 - 07:36) From the clinch, Takahashi takes an elbow to the side of the head, but there wasn't much power behind it.
(Rd 3 - 07:27) England keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.
(Rd 3 - 07:05) From the clinch, England hits Takahashi with a knee to the ribs, but it lacked power.
(Rd 3 - 06:53) England finally loses her grip and the clinch is broken.
(Rd 3 - 06:53) England has a definite limp from the damage she has taken to her legs.
(Rd 3 - 06:45) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 3 - 06:45) England misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a left hand.
(Rd 3 - 06:17) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 3 - 06:17) England misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hook.
(Rd 3 - 06:07) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.
(Rd 3 - 06:07) With control of the clinch, Takahashi tries to complete a takedown.
(Rd 3 - 06:07) The takedown is successful, England pulls guard.
(Rd 3 - 05:47) Takahashi throws a few weak-looking punches as she decides on her next move.
(Rd 3 - 05:19) Takahashi fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.
(Rd 3 - 05:02) Takahashi deflects a couple of punches that England threw from below.
(Rd 3 - 04:47) Takahashi begins trying to pass the guard.
(Rd 3 - 04:47) She passes guard but can't secure side control as England starts a scramble for position.
(Rd 3 - 04:34) The scramble results in England being on her back pulling guard.
(Rd 3 - 04:16) Takahashi throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 3 - 03:47) Takahashi deflects a couple of punches that England threw from below.
(Rd 3 - 03:29) Takahashi attempts to pass guard.
(Rd 3 - 03:29) She eventually passes, but only into half guard.
(Rd 3 - 02:52) Takahashi pounds away, but England isn't troubled by the strikes.
(Rd 3 - 02:32) England tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Takahashi.
(Rd 3 - 02:07) England looks very, very tired.
(Rd 3 - 02:07) In half guard, Takahashi begins working to get side control.
(Rd 3 - 02:07) England allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow her to try and scramble.
(Rd 3 - 01:54) Takahashi manages to come out on top, holding England down from behind with a waist-lock.
(Rd 3 - 01:37) Takahashi seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
(Rd 3 - 01:37) Takahashi unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.
(Rd 3 - 01:18) Takahashi pounds away on England, landing several good shots in the process.
(Rd 3 - 01:01) Takahashi rolls the turtled England over and secures side control.
(Rd 3 - 00:37) Takahashi pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.
(Rd 3 - 00:20) Takahashi unloads with some right hands, but England deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 3 - 00:03) Takahashi counters an attempt by England to sweep her by taking her back!
(Rd 3 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that Takahashi is the winner.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Romi Takahashi is the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Romi Takahashi defeats Diana 'Texas Strong' England (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Average.

Post-Fight: Romi Takahashi thanks everyone connected to Team Lotus for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. She is then asked who she'd like to face next, and she responds by calling out Cindy Dumas, saying she will take her out easily.

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Saya_Ikegami.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Diana_Marr.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Saya Ikegami (10-2, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -280) vs. Diana Marr (6-4, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +220)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Saya Ikegami squaring off with Diana Marr.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Edward Wilde, and Christina Shaw.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Marr comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Marr misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Ikegami comes in with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) Ikegami lets Marr step in, ready to counter.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) Marr misses a right hook and gets countered with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:02) Ikegami lets Marr step in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:02) Marr misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Ikegami comes in with a left jab and a quick kick.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Marr comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Marr misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Ikegami comes in with a quick left jab and a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:18) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 07:35) Ikegami rolls her shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.
(Rd 1 - 07:23) Marr comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:23) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit.
(Rd 1 - 07:23) Marr misses with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:23) Ikegami finds her right cross blocked.
(Rd 1 - 07:05) Marr steps in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:05) Marr hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 06:29) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Ikegami stands ready as Marr moves in.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Ikegami hits a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Marr uses a pair of left jabs and also connects with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Ikegami.
(Rd 1 - 05:47) Ikegami studies her opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.
(Rd 1 - 05:38) Marr moves in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 05:38) Marr scores with a brace of jabs but doesn't connect with a right hand. Ikegami scores with a jab and also just about lands a head kick.
(Rd 1 - 05:13) Marr comes in to engage.
(Rd 1 - 05:13) Marr hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 05:13) Ikegami scores with a brace of jabs and also hits a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 04:59) We go past the halfway point of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) Marr steps in, watched all the way by Ikegami.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) Marr hits a jab but fails on a leg kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) Ikegami doesn't connect with a brace of jabs but nails a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) Ikegami lets Marr step in, ready to counter.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) Marr finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 1 - 04:00) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 03:33) Stepping in, Marr looks to engage.
(Rd 1 - 03:33) Marr connects with a left hand. Ikegami lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) Moving forward, Marr looks to strike. Ikegami stands ready.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) Ikegami lands a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) Marr finds a way past her opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 1 - 02:47) Marr comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 02:47) Marr hits a jab but has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 02:47) Ikegami is off-target with two jabs but hits a good right hand.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Ikegami.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway!
(Rd 1 - 02:32) Marr moves in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 02:32) Marr hits a glancing blow with a high kick.
(Rd 1 - 02:15) Stepping in, Marr looks to engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:15) Marr hits a left jab and also scores with a left hook to the side of the body.
(Rd 1 - 02:15) Ikegami tags her opponent with two weak punches and uses them as cover to land a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 02:03) Marr is limping a little from the damage she has taken to her legs.
(Rd 1 - 01:49) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 01:16) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
(Rd 1 - 00:55) Moving forward, Marr looks to strike. Ikegami stands ready.
(Rd 1 - 00:55) Ikegami misses a jab but hits a kick to the leg.
(Rd 1 - 00:55) Marr uses a left jab but can't make contact on a right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 00:25) Ikegami stands ready as Marr moves in.
(Rd 1 - 00:25) Ikegami scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 00:25) Marr hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 00:25) Ikegami is bleeding under her eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound.
(Rd 1 - 00:18) Marr limps slightly as she circles.
(Rd 1 - 00:08) Marr comes in to engage.
(Rd 1 - 00:08) Marr finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 1 - 00:08) Ikegami finds a way past her opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Ikegami.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) Round two begins!
(Rd 2 - 09:50) Marr comes in to engage.
(Rd 2 - 09:50) Marr misses with a big right hand, allowing Ikegami to counter with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses.
(Rd 2 - 09:27) Ikegami stands ready as Marr moves in.
(Rd 2 - 09:27) Marr lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. Ikegami hits a left jab but misses a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 09:15) Ikegami is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 2 - 09:08) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 2 - 08:41) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 2 - 08:08) Marr moves in to strike.
(Rd 2 - 08:08) Ikegami counters a right hand with a left cross.
(Rd 2 - 07:50) Moving forward, Marr looks to strike. Ikegami stands ready.
(Rd 2 - 07:50) Marr misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Ikegami attacks with a clean right hand.
(Rd 2 - 07:32) Marr comes in to engage.
(Rd 2 - 07:32) Ikegami uses a left jab but misses with a head kick attempt.
(Rd 2 - 07:32) Marr scores with a jab and also lands a left kick to the rib cage.
(Rd 2 - 07:21) Marr is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 2 - 07:08) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 2 - 06:42) Marr steps in, watched all the way by Ikegami.
(Rd 2 - 06:42) Marr misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a quick kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 2 - 06:28) Limping slightly, Marr is definitely starting to feel the damage to her legs.
(Rd 2 - 06:21) Marr comes in to engage.
(Rd 2 - 06:21) Marr uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.
(Rd 2 - 06:21) Ikegami hits a jab and also lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 2 - 06:12) Retreating until backed against the cage, Marr looks punch-drunk...she may be in big trouble! She is covering up as best as she can, but is vulnerable!
(Rd 2 - 06:12) Ikegami tries to finish her off with a huge right hook, but Marr avoids it.
(Rd 2 - 06:07) Having apparently cleared her head, Marr is able to circle away from the cage and return to the center.
(Rd 2 - 05:55) Marr steps in, watched all the way by Ikegami.
(Rd 2 - 05:55) Marr misses with a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 05:55) Ikegami misses with a head kick attempt.
(Rd 2 - 05:34) Marr steps in, watched all the way by Ikegami.
(Rd 2 - 05:34) Marr finds a way past her opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 2 - 05:07) Ikegami lets Marr step in, ready to counter.
(Rd 2 - 05:07) Marr uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 2 - 05:07) Ikegami scores with a jab but misses a high kick.
(Rd 2 - 04:54) We move into the second half of this round.
(Rd 2 - 04:49) Ikegami lets Marr step in and engage.
(Rd 2 - 04:49) Marr scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 04:49) Ikegami finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 2 - 04:36) Ikegami, looking shattered, can't stop Marr pulling her into a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 04:36) Ikegami is trying to muscle Marr up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 04:36) Ikegami does it, Marr is stuck with her back to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 04:23) Ikegami smothers Marr against the cage, then hits her with a knee strike to the ribs.
(Rd 2 - 04:09) Ikegami smothers Marr against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 2 - 03:54) Marr gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.
(Rd 2 - 03:47) Ikegami smothers Marr against the cage and stomps down on her foot.
(Rd 2 - 03:34) Marr is trapped against the cage and Ikegami punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 2 - 03:19) Marr takes a knee strike just above the hip.
(Rd 2 - 03:07) Marr takes a hard knee strike to the guts.
(Rd 2 - 02:43) Marr is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 2 - 02:28) Ikegami uses dirty boxing to punish Marr while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 02:13) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp separates them.
(Rd 2 - 02:13) A few deep breaths betray that Ikegami is starting to get into the deeper reaches of her gas tank.
(Rd 2 - 01:58) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 2 - 01:43) Ikegami, breathing hard, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.
(Rd 2 - 01:43) Ikegami is looking to muscle Marr back against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 01:43) Marr doesn't let herself be driven back though.
(Rd 2 - 01:23) Using her wrestling skills, Ikegami is trying to push Marr up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 01:23) Marr ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 01:08) Ikegami looks very tired out there.
(Rd 2 - 01:08) Ikegami tries to throw an elbow from the clinch, but Marr is able to stop it.
(Rd 2 - 00:49) Marr lands a few quick punches to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 00:36) Ikegami hits a knee strike to the thigh.
(Rd 2 - 00:29) Ikegami drives a knee to the thigh area.
(Rd 2 - 00:19) Ikegami smothers Marr against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.
(Rd 2 - 00:02) Marr is trapped against the cage and Ikegami hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!
(Rd 3 - 09:55) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.
(Rd 3 - 09:34) Ikegami stumbles her way into a clinch; she looks shattered.
(Rd 3 - 09:34) Ikegami is looking to muscle Marr back against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 09:34) Ikegami can't manage it, Marr fought it.
(Rd 3 - 09:17) Using her wrestling skills, Ikegami is trying to push Marr up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 09:17) She does so and now has Marr pinned to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 08:59) Marr is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 3 - 08:46) Ikegami drives a knee to the thigh area.
(Rd 3 - 08:39) Ikegami pins Marr up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 3 - 08:25) Ikegami goes for a knee to the thigh but Marr pulls the clinch tighter to block it.
(Rd 3 - 08:08) Ikegami tries to use a knee to the thigh, but Marr is able to block it.
(Rd 3 - 07:52) Marr throws a few short punches to the ribs.
(Rd 3 - 07:39) Ikegami catches Marr with an elbow to the face from the clinch while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 07:25) Ikegami uses a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 3 - 07:10) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center.
(Rd 3 - 07:05) Ikegami stands ready as Marr moves in.
(Rd 3 - 07:05) Marr lands a one-two.
(Rd 3 - 06:52) Ikegami looks like she is on the verge of exhaustion.
(Rd 3 - 06:52) A few deep breaths betray that Marr is starting to get into the deeper reaches of her gas tank.
(Rd 3 - 06:52) Marr limps slightly as she circles.
(Rd 3 - 06:47) Marr steps in to strike.
(Rd 3 - 06:47) Marr is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 06:32) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 3 - 06:13) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.
(Rd 3 - 06:13) From the grapple, Ikegami tries to work in some close-range strikes, but Marr is alert and smothers them quickly.
(Rd 3 - 05:57) Ikegami is trying to push Marr so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 05:57) Ikegami does it, Marr is stuck with her back to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 05:39) Ikegami catches Marr with a knee strike to the thigh.
(Rd 3 - 05:30) Marr is trapped against the cage and Ikegami punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 05:11) Marr uses her wrestling skills to prevent Ikegami from attacking with dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 04:53) A few short punches to the ribs land, as Marr fights back.
(Rd 3 - 04:41) Ikegami smothers Marr against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.
(Rd 3 - 04:30) Ikegami tries to throw an elbow, but Marr uses wrestling to prevent her from launching the strike.
(Rd 3 - 04:12) Ikegami attempts to throw an elbow, but Marr tightens the clinch.
(Rd 3 - 03:55) Ikegami goes to use some dirty boxing, but Marr is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening.
(Rd 3 - 03:37) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center.
(Rd 3 - 03:26) Ikegami lets Marr step in, ready to counter.
(Rd 3 - 03:26) Marr hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 3 - 03:26) Ikegami connects cleanly with a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 03:02) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.
(Rd 3 - 02:40) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.
(Rd 3 - 02:40) Ikegami is trying to muscle Marr up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 02:40) Marr ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 02:28) Ikegami looks like she is completely out of gas.
(Rd 3 - 02:28) Ikegami attempts to use a close-range elbow strike but Marr pulls the clinch tighter.
(Rd 3 - 02:09) Ikegami tries to dirty box Marr, but she wrestles free and circles back to the center.
(Rd 3 - 01:44) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.
(Rd 3 - 01:21) Breathing very hard, Marr is looking ragged.
(Rd 3 - 01:11) Marr steps in, watched all the way by Ikegami.
(Rd 3 - 01:11) Marr is off-target with a jab but hits a right cross.
(Rd 3 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
(Rd 3 - 00:49) Ikegami lets Marr step in, ready to counter.
(Rd 3 - 00:49) Marr is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook.
(Rd 3 - 00:33) Moving forward, Marr looks to strike. Ikegami stands ready.
(Rd 3 - 00:33) Marr hits a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 3 - 00:09) Ikegami stands ready as Marr moves in.
(Rd 3 - 00:09) Marr misses a right hook and gets countered with a left cross.
(Rd 3 - 00:03) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.
(Rd 3 - 00:03) Ikegami is trying to push Marr so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 00:03) Ikegami achieves it, pinning Marr to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Ikegami.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Saya Ikegami!

Official Result: Saya Ikegami defeats Diana Marr (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Saya Ikegami thanks everyone connected with Team Lotus for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. Saya Ikegami gives a show of respect to her opponent.

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Yutsuko_Sasaki.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Suzanne_Elder.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Yutsuko Sasaki (9-2, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -250) vs. Suzanne Elder (7-3, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +190)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Yutsuko Sasaki going head to head with Suzanne Elder.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 09:53) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Elder misses with a big right hand, allowing Sasaki to counter with a nice left hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:41) Sasaki forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:41) Elder lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 09:41) Sasaki throws a two-punch combo but Elder avoids both.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Sasaki slips past a right hook and counters with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:59) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:59) Sasaki counters a right hand with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Elder hits a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Sasaki misses with a left jab but hits a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:18) Sasaki moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Elder into exchanging strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:18) Elder hits two left hands on the counter.
(Rd 1 - 08:18) Sasaki lands a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:05) Looking a bit tense, Sasaki moves around the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:51) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:51) Sasaki hits a jab but finds her right cross blocked. Elder lands a left jab but misses a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:31) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 07:31) Sasaki hits a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:31) Elder scores with a massive right hook to the jaw!
(Rd 1 - 07:25) She's down! Sasaki falls to the floor!
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Elder starts pounding away on Sasaki, looking to finish her off!
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Elder pounds away on Sasaki, landing several great shots that rock her!
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Referee Harry A. Bierce has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 07:12) The winner, by TKO; Suzanne Elder!

Official Result: Suzanne Elder defeats Yutsuko Sasaki (TKO (Strikes) in 2:48 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Suzanne Elder thanks all her sponsors for backing her then also thanks all her family, friends, and supporters. Asked who she wants next, she says she demands a fight with Mizuki Watanabe.

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Olivia_Sweet.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Tracy_Garcia.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Olivia "Sugar" Sweet (9-5, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +550) vs. "Vicious But Delicious" Tracy Garcia (6-2, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -690)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Olivia 'Sugar' Sweet fights 'Vicious But Delicious' Tracy Garcia.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) They touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Sweet confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Garcia lands a weak, tentative jab.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Sweet throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 09:40) Sweet uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 09:17) Sweet moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 1 - 09:17) Sweet can't connect with a jab, but then catches Garcia with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:17) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Garcia.
(Rd 1 - 08:58) Sweet lands a jab and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Sweet hits a left jab and then catches Garcia with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:19) A pair of tentative jabs from Garcia land, but have zero effect.
(Rd 1 - 08:19) A jab is wide from Sweet, but then she catches Garcia with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Sweet lands two jabs and then lands a sick right head kick!
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Garcia hits the floor, she has been knocked out!
(Rd 1 - 07:33) The winner, by knock out; Olivia Sweet!

Official Result: Olivia 'Sugar' Sweet defeats 'Vicious But Delicious' Tracy Garcia (Knock Out (Kick) in 2:27 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Olivia Sweet thanks all her sponsors for backing her and then also thanks her family, friends, and supporters. Talking about causing such an upset, Olivia Sweet says that being labeled a heavy underdog hurt her pride, and helped spur her on in the fight.

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Cindy_Dumas.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Grace_Hughes.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Cindy Dumas (6-2, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +100) vs. "Amazing" Grace Hughes (5-4, 2-1 CTC, Favorite: -130)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on, Cindy Dumas goes head to head with 'Amazing' Grace Hughes.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Kenneth Capote will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Christina Shaw, and Stewart Morecambe.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Hughes, being in front of a home crowd, gets a loud cheer as she enters.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) They touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:54) Hughes can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice straight left.
(Rd 1 - 09:39) Dumas had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 09:39) Hughes can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:26) Hughes uses a right jab, but Dumas evades a big left punch.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) Hughes fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) Dumas looks to have been cut under her eye.
(Rd 1 - 08:45) Dumas keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.
(Rd 1 - 08:45) Hughes can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight left.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Hughes lands a jab and then hits a nice straight left.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) Dumas hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) Hughes throws a one-two, but Dumas was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 07:38) Hughes can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight left.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Hughes confidently comes in closer.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Dumas had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) A jab hits home from Hughes and then she hits a nice straight left.
(Rd 1 - 07:04) Hughes lands a right jab, but Dumas avoids a big left.
(Rd 1 - 06:42) Hughes lands a jab and then hits a nice straight left.
(Rd 1 - 06:18) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 06:18) Dumas is the aggressor.
(Rd 1 - 06:12) Dumas is trying to push Hughes so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:12) She does so and now has Hughes pinned to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:53) Dumas tries to use her dirty boxing skills, but Hughes uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.
(Rd 1 - 05:35) Hughes throws a few short punches to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 05:21) Dumas smothers Hughes against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.
(Rd 1 - 05:10) Dumas tries to dirty box Hughes, but finds herself out-wrestled and turned around so that she is the one against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:48) Dumas wrestles back against Hughes, turning her around so that she now has her back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:25) Dumas tries some dirty boxing, but Hughes wrestles her way out of trouble and manages to turn it around so that Dumas ends up backed against the cage instead.
(Rd 1 - 04:06) Hughes attempts a trip to put Dumas on the ground.
(Rd 1 - 04:06) Hughes uses a nice inside leg trip and Dumas is forced to pull half guard!
(Rd 1 - 03:49) In half guard, Hughes begins working to get side control.
(Rd 1 - 03:49) She gets past half guard, gaining side control.
(Rd 1 - 03:49) She may have given up side control, but Dumas is making Hughes work very hard on the ground for position.
(Rd 1 - 03:01) Hughes throws a few weak-looking punches as she decides on her next move.
(Rd 1 - 02:31) Hughes throws a few left hands to the body.
(Rd 1 - 02:09) Hughes throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 01:44) Hughes tries to lock Dumas in an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 01:44) Dumas gets caught by the armbar, and it's deep enough that she has to tap!
(Rd 1 - 01:19) The winner, by submission, is 'Amazing' Grace Hughes!

Official Result: 'Amazing' Grace Hughes defeats Cindy Dumas (Submission (Armbar) in 8:41 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

Post-Fight: Cindy Dumas takes the microphone and announces that with this defeat she has decided to retire from MMA.

Post-Fight: Grace Hughes thanks everyone connected to Femme Fatale Fighting for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. She praises Dumas for a tough fight.

CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 17 WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT TOURNAMENT QUARTER-FINAL BOUT

f_black_0031.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Lucia_Pessoa.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Chante "The Rottweiler" Blais (0-1, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +550) vs. Lucia "Lady O' War" Pessoa (7-3, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -700)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Chante 'The Rottweiler' Blais battling Lucia 'Lady O' War' Pessoa.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) A semi-final spot in the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh is up for grabs.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Stewart Morecambe, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Pessoa moves in on Blais, preparing to throw.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Pessoa can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs.
(Rd 1 - 09:38) Pessoa connects with a nice jab and then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!
(Rd 1 - 09:38) Blais hits the mat, that shot has rocked her!
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Pessoa quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Blais!
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Pessoa hits several big stomps and kicks, but Blais somehow hangs on!
(Rd 1 - 09:15) Pessoa tries to come in and secure a ground position.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) Pessoa tries to get around it, but eventually has to settle for being in guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:59) Pessoa pounds away on Blais, landing a few clean shots but not many.
(Rd 1 - 08:44) Blais manages to scoot them both backward until they are against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:44) Pessoa prevents Blais from using the cage to stand, keeping her seated and firmly pressed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:33) Pessoa fires away and Blais is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.
(Rd 1 - 08:16) Blais keeps cool and tips Pessoa off balance as she postures up for another strike. They both quickly scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 08:16) Pessoa is left turtled up with Blais behind her.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) Blais is too slow to stop Pessoa getting back up, but does get back control.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) Blais uses dirty boxing to punish Pessoa while she is pressed face-first up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:49) Blais pins Pessoa face-first up against the cage and uses some strikes to the ribs and side of the face.
(Rd 1 - 06:33) Blais pins Pessoa face-first up against the cage and uses some strikes to the ribs and side of the face.
(Rd 1 - 06:15) Blais smothers Pessoa face-first up against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing to hit some nasty strikes to the side of the face and ribs.
(Rd 1 - 05:58) Blais smothers Pessoa face-first up against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing to hit some nasty strikes to the side of the face and ribs.
(Rd 1 - 05:42) Blais uses dirty boxing to punish Pessoa while she is pressed face-first up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:27) Blais pins Pessoa face-first up against the cage and uses some strikes to the ribs and side of the face.
(Rd 1 - 05:07) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 04:52) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 1 - 04:52) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Blais, but Pessoa was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 04:52) Pessoa throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 04:32) A jab hits home from Pessoa and then she hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!
(Rd 1 - 04:32) Blais hits the mat, that shot has rocked her!
(Rd 1 - 04:25) Pessoa senses victory and starts to unload with punches!
(Rd 1 - 04:25) Pessoa pounds away, Blais is barely able to offer any defence at all!
(Rd 1 - 04:25) With Blais taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 04:10) Lucia 'Lady O' War' Pessoa takes the win by TKO!
(Rd 1 - 04:10) Lucia Pessoa has won a spot in the semi-finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh.

Official Result: Lucia 'Lady O' War' Pessoa defeats Chante 'The Rottweiler' Blais (TKO (Strikes) in 5:50 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 17 WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT TOURNAMENT QUARTER-FINAL BOUT

Honor_O'Neill.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Liz_Brunnell.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Honor "Glory" O'Neill (2-0, 2-0 CTC, Favorite: -260) vs. Liz "The Sexy Badger" Brunnell (2-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +200)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up is a match in which Honor 'Glory' O'Neill competes against Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) A place in the semi-finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh is at stake.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Stewart Morecambe, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's a roar from the crowd as O'Neill enters, she is from around here.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) They start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) A jab is wide from O'Neill, but then she lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Brunnell looks to have been cut under her eye.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) Brunnell is able to grab O'Neill.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) Brunnell is looking to muscle O'Neill back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) Brunnell achieves it, pinning O'Neill to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:09) O'Neill is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 08:53) O'Neill is trapped against the cage and Brunnell punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) Brunnell pins O'Neill up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) O'Neill is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 08:08) Brunnell hits O'Neill, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) Brunnell smothers O'Neill against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 07:38) O'Neill is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 07:10) Moving in fast, Brunnell wrestles her way to a dominant position in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 06:53) Brunnell is looking to muscle O'Neill back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:53) O'Neill doesn't let herself be driven back though.
(Rd 1 - 06:37) Brunnell is trying to muscle O'Neill up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:37) Brunnell achieves it, pinning O'Neill to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:21) Brunnell pins O'Neill up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 06:06) Brunnell pins O'Neill up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 05:55) Brunnell hits O'Neill, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) O'Neill is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 1 - 05:26) Brunnell uses dirty boxing to punish O'Neill while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:12) Brunnell hits O'Neill, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 04:56) With Brunnell bleeding, referee Harry A. Bierce pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.
(Rd 1 - 04:56) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.
(Rd 1 - 04:56) The referee signals for the fight to continue!
(Rd 1 - 04:56) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) O'Neill hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 1 - 04:19) Brunnell appeared to be going to try and get in close, but O'Neill took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 04:19) O'Neill lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 03:55) O'Neill can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Brunnell with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 03:41) Brunnell seizes the chance and grabs O'Neill into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 03:33) Using her wrestling skills, Brunnell is trying to push O'Neill up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:33) Brunnell does it, O'Neill is stuck with her back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:15) O'Neill is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 03:00) Brunnell hits O'Neill, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 02:44) O'Neill is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 02:27) O'Neill is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 02:14) Brunnell pins O'Neill up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 1 - 01:58) O'Neill is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 1 - 01:38) Brunnell hits O'Neill, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 01:25) O'Neill is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 01:11) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 1 - 01:00) Brunnell moves in and clinches.
(Rd 1 - 00:43) Brunnell is looking to muscle O'Neill back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:43) Brunnell doesn't manage it though, O'Neill defended it well.
(Rd 1 - 00:23) Brunnell is looking to muscle O'Neill back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:23) Brunnell can't move O'Neill at all though, and finds herself being out-wrestled.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) And here we go, round two!
(Rd 2 - 09:51) Up close, they start wrestling.
(Rd 2 - 09:51) O'Neill looks like she has gotten the better of the clinch.
(Rd 2 - 09:45) O'Neill is looking to muscle Brunnell back against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:45) Brunnell doesn't let herself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.
(Rd 2 - 09:24) Brunnell is trying to push O'Neill so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:24) Brunnell achieves it, pinning O'Neill to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:09) Brunnell smothers O'Neill against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 2 - 08:49) O'Neill is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 2 - 08:33) Brunnell hits O'Neill, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 2 - 08:13) Brunnell hits O'Neill, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 2 - 07:57) O'Neill is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 2 - 07:46) Brunnell smothers O'Neill against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 2 - 07:26) Brunnell uses dirty boxing to punish O'Neill while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 07:09) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 07:09) Taking a few gulps of breath, O'Neill is giving the first hint that she is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 2 - 07:09) For the first time, Brunnell is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 2 - 07:00) Brunnell comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as she can get close enough to wrestle.
(Rd 2 - 07:00) O'Neill can't connect with a jab, but then catches Brunnell with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 06:47) Brunnell gets hold of O'Neill without taking too much damage.
(Rd 2 - 06:38) Brunnell tries to wrestle O'Neill backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 06:38) Brunnell can't move O'Neill at all though, and finds herself being out-wrestled.
(Rd 2 - 06:15) O'Neill looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 2 - 06:15) The takedown is completed, O'Neill gets side control from it.
(Rd 2 - 06:01) O'Neill pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 2 - 05:44) Brunnell tries to pull guard on O'Neill but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 2 - 05:32) O'Neill fires off some rights, but Brunnell isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 2 - 05:13) Brunnell transitions to half guard.
(Rd 2 - 05:02) O'Neill throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch her breath.
(Rd 2 - 04:38) Brunnell tries to get full guard on O'Neill but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 2 - 04:26) O'Neill fires off a few punches as she catches her breath.
(Rd 2 - 03:56) Brunnell takes the opportunity to transition from half guard to full guard.
(Rd 2 - 03:39) Not giving her opponent any room to work, O'Neill keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body.
(Rd 2 - 03:26) Brunnell tries to sweep O'Neill but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 2 - 03:10) Perhaps wary of submissions, O'Neill keeps extremely tight to Brunnell and peppers her with short punches.
(Rd 2 - 02:57) O'Neill blocks an attempted sweep.
(Rd 2 - 02:43) O'Neill throws a few weak-looking punches as she decides on her next move.
(Rd 2 - 02:26) Brunnell tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge O'Neill.
(Rd 2 - 02:13) O'Neill tries to pass the guard.
(Rd 2 - 02:13) Brunnell comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps O'Neill in guard.
(Rd 2 - 01:13) Brunnell tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge O'Neill.
(Rd 2 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 2 - 00:59) O'Neill keeps tight to Brunnell, peppering her with short strikes.
(Rd 2 - 00:41) O'Neill deflects a couple of punches that Brunnell threw from below.
(Rd 2 - 00:30) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
(Rd 2 - 00:25) Brunnell, wanting to grapple, comes forward. She appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance.
(Rd 2 - 00:25) O'Neill can't connect with a jab, but then catches Brunnell with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 00:18) Brunnell gets hold of O'Neill.
(Rd 2 - 00:09) Brunnell tries to wrestle O'Neill backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 00:09) Brunnell can't move O'Neill at all though, and finds herself being out-wrestled.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) Our last round, round three, begins!
(Rd 3 - 09:54) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.
(Rd 3 - 09:54) O'Neill is the aggressor.
(Rd 3 - 09:46) O'Neill tries to wrestle Brunnell backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 09:46) O'Neill can't do it though, and Brunnell gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.
(Rd 3 - 09:27) Brunnell is trying to push O'Neill so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 09:27) O'Neill doesn't let herself be driven back though.
(Rd 3 - 09:16) Brunnell is trying to push O'Neill so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 09:16) Brunnell manages it and controls O'Neill up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 08:59) Brunnell pins O'Neill up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.
(Rd 3 - 08:42) Brunnell uses dirty boxing to punish O'Neill while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 08:30) O'Neill is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 08:16) Brunnell smothers O'Neill against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 3 - 08:01) Brunnell pins O'Neill up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.
(Rd 3 - 07:50) Brunnell smothers O'Neill against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 3 - 07:38) Brunnell pins O'Neill up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.
(Rd 3 - 07:25) O'Neill is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 07:11) Brunnell tries to dirty box O'Neill, but finds herself out-wrestled and turned around so that she is the one against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 06:46) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce separates them.
(Rd 3 - 06:36) Brunnell steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.
(Rd 3 - 06:36) O'Neill can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 3 - 06:36) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Brunnell.
(Rd 3 - 06:29) Brunnell gets hold of O'Neill.
(Rd 3 - 06:20) Brunnell is trying to push O'Neill so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 06:20) Brunnell can't do it though, O'Neill defended it well.
(Rd 3 - 06:08) O'Neill looks to scoop her opponent up for a slam.
(Rd 3 - 06:08) She can't get it though, Brunnell defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely.
(Rd 3 - 05:53) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Brunnell is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.
(Rd 3 - 05:45) Brunnell aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started.
(Rd 3 - 05:45) O'Neill hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 3 - 05:24) O'Neill lands a jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 05:05) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.
(Rd 3 - 05:05) O'Neill seems to be the aggressor.
(Rd 3 - 04:57) We go past the halfway point of this round.
(Rd 3 - 04:57) Using her wrestling skills, O'Neill is trying to push Brunnell up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:57) Brunnell out-wrestles her though.
(Rd 3 - 04:32) Brunnell is looking to muscle O'Neill back against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:32) Brunnell can't do it though, and O'Neill gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.
(Rd 3 - 04:02) O'Neill tries to wrestle Brunnell backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:02) She does so and now has Brunnell pinned to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 03:50) Smothered against the cage, Brunnell is trapped there, unable to get free.
(Rd 3 - 03:50) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute.
(Rd 3 - 02:37) O'Neill tries to keep her up against the cage with wrestling, but Brunnell reverses so that she is the one in control.
(Rd 3 - 02:15) Brunnell tries to use her dirty boxing skills, but O'Neill uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.
(Rd 3 - 01:58) A few short punches to the ribs land, as O'Neill fights back.
(Rd 3 - 01:47) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.
(Rd 3 - 01:47) O'Neill appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, her hands are starting to lower just a fraction.
(Rd 3 - 01:33) O'Neill can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 3 - 01:27) Brunnell seizes the chance and grabs O'Neill into a clinch.
(Rd 3 - 01:21) Brunnell is breathing very hard.
(Rd 3 - 01:21) Brunnell is looking to muscle O'Neill back against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 01:21) O'Neill out-wrestles her though.
(Rd 3 - 01:08) O'Neill attempts to wrestle Brunnell to the ground.
(Rd 3 - 01:08) Brunnell blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.
(Rd 3 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
(Rd 3 - 00:51) Brunnell is trying to push O'Neill so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 00:51) Brunnell manages it and controls O'Neill up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 00:35) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Brunnell.
(Rd 3 - 00:35) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.
(Rd 3 - 00:35) The fight will be restarted in the center!
(Rd 3 - 00:24) Brunnell aggressively moves in and grapples with O'Neill.
(Rd 3 - 00:04) Using her wrestling skills, Brunnell is trying to push O'Neill up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 00:04) Brunnell can't manage it, O'Neill fought it.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that Brunnell is the winner.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell!
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell advances into the semi-finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh.

Official Result: Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell defeats Honor 'Glory' O'Neill (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Average.

CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 17 WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT TOURNAMENT QUARTER-FINAL BOUT

Tammy_Westenra.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Denise_Phelan.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Tammy "Bam Bam" Westenra (7-7, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +420) vs. "Dangerous" Denise Phelan (1-1, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -530)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up is a match in which Tammy 'Bam Bam' Westenra goes up against 'Dangerous' Denise Phelan.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The semi-finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh await the winner.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 09:54) Westenra confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:54) Westenra lands a jab and then catches Phelan with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) A flurry of five punches from Westenra see three of them land and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) Westenra comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) A quick flurry of punches from Westenra sees three of three hit home and then catches Phelan with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:34) Showing good hand speed, Westenra lands two out of a flurry of four punches and then lands a big right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:10) Westenra comes in fast and lands five quick punches and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Phelan staggers backward, looking dazed...that last blow must have really rocked her!
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Westenra hits a right hand, but it lacked the power to put Phelan down.
(Rd 1 - 07:12) Phelan may have been aiming to get in close, but Westenra aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 07:12) Westenra connects with two left hands and then catches Phelan with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:59) Westenra is still moving well, but she is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) A jab is wide from Westenra, but then she hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 06:31) A punch from Westenra fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 06:26) Phelan comes in and grabs Westenra in a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 06:17) Phelan looks to sweep a leg out from under Westenra so as to take her down with a trip.
(Rd 1 - 06:17) An outside leg trip sweeps Westenra down to the ground!
(Rd 1 - 06:17) Phelan takes the back off the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) Westenra is in increasing trouble, as Phelan gets both hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 05:46) Phelan, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 05:46) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Phelan has Westenra flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 05:29) Denise Phelan takes the victory by way of submission!
(Rd 1 - 05:29) Denise Phelan moves into the semis of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh.

Official Result: 'Dangerous' Denise Phelan defeats Tammy 'Bam Bam' Westenra (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:31 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 17 WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT TOURNAMENT QUARTER-FINAL BOUT

Katy_Jayne_Paulson.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

f_black_0034.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

"Wild Thing" Katy-Jayne Paulson (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -640) vs. Julita Poulin (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +510)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, 'Wild Thing' Katy-Jayne Paulson battles Julita Poulin in the CTC Womens Bantamweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The semi-finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh await the winner.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Christina Shaw, and Stewart Morecambe.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) About to fight in front of a home crowd, Poulin unsurprisingly gets a loud ovation from the crowd as she makes her entrance.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Poulin steps in and looks to unleash.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Paulson, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Poulin lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) Paulson looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Poulin simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) Poulin fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) Coming forward, Paulson is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) Poulin can't connect with a jab, but then hits Paulson with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:58) Paulson is able to grab Poulin.
(Rd 1 - 08:49) Paulson looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:49) The takedown is successful, Poulin pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) Paulson attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) She passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control.
(Rd 1 - 07:45) Paulson looks to get a mount.
(Rd 1 - 07:45) Poulin can't stop it and gets mounted.
(Rd 1 - 07:09) Paulson pounds away, Poulin is barely able to offer any defence at all!
(Rd 1 - 07:09) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 06:52) The winner, by TKO; Katy-Jayne Paulson!
(Rd 1 - 06:52) Katy-Jayne Paulson books a semi-final spot in the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh.

Official Result: 'Wild Thing' Katy-Jayne Paulson defeats Julita Poulin (TKO (Strikes) in 3:08 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

MAIN CARD

Streamed Live On Pay-Per-View on CTCombat.ca

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Katarzyna_Wojciechowska.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Debra_Everett.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Katarzyna "Killer" Wojciechowska (7-2, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -310) vs. "Here Comes Trouble" Debra Everett (6-4, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +240)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) We open the main portion of the show with Katarzyna 'Killer' Wojciechowska going head to head with 'Here Comes Trouble' Debra Everett.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Edward Wilde, and Christina Shaw.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Everett is fighting in front of a home crowd tonight, and gets a big cheer as she makes her entrance.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The two fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:50) Everett slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) Everett scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) Wojciechowska hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:05) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:05) Wojciechowska counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.
(Rd 1 - 08:43) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:43) Everett uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 08:43) Wojciechowska is off target with a left jab but scores a glancing blow with a right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 08:18) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:18) Wojciechowska scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 08:18) Everett hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Everett doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Wojciechowska scores with a jab but misses a high kick.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) Wojciechowska misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Wojciechowska misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Everett attacks with a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:57) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 06:57) Everett uses a left jab but misses with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:57) Wojciechowska scores with a jab but can't get a kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 06:36) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.
(Rd 1 - 06:05) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.
(Rd 1 - 05:42) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 05:15) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 05:15) Wojciechowska hits a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 05:15) Everett lands a one-two.
(Rd 1 - 05:15) Wojciechowska looks to have been cut under her eye.
(Rd 1 - 04:55) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:55) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 04:55) Wojciechowska dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:37) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 04:37) Everett misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a nice left hand.
(Rd 1 - 04:22) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 04:22) Everett hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:22) Wojciechowska scores with a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 04:10) Retreating, Everett looks punch-drunk...she may be in big trouble! She is covering up as best as she can, but is very unsteady on her feet!
(Rd 1 - 04:10) Wojciechowska hits a straight right hand! Dazed, Everett continues to cover up.
(Rd 1 - 04:06) A big right hand from Wojciechowska drops Everett!
(Rd 1 - 04:02) Wojciechowska quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Everett!
(Rd 1 - 04:02) Wojciechowska is too slow and Everett gets back to her feet.
(Rd 1 - 03:31) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 03:31) Wojciechowska lands a left jab and also lands a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 03:31) Everett hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 03:06) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 03:06) Everett slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a nice left hand.
(Rd 1 - 02:51) Taking a few gulps of breath, Wojciechowska is giving the first hint that she is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 1 - 02:36) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 02:36) Everett misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Wojciechowska attacks with a left jab and a body kick that fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 02:15) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:15) Everett connects with a left hand. Wojciechowska lands a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 01:54) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 01:36) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:36) Wojciechowska misses a body kick attempt and allows Everett to move in with a left kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 01:19) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:19) Wojciechowska is off target with a pair of jabs but hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 01:19) Everett hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Wojciechowska.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) The fight recommences!
(Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 1 - 00:51) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 00:51) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:51) Wojciechowska is off target with a left jab and also finds her right cross blocked.
(Rd 1 - 00:51) Everett can't hit a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 00:35) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 00:35) Wojciechowska misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Everett comes in with a quick left jab and a solid right hand.
(Rd 1 - 00:26) Wojciechowska acknowledges some instructions from her corner with a relaxed nod of the head.
(Rd 1 - 00:20) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:20) Everett is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 00:20) Wojciechowska lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 00:20) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Wojciechowska.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Wojciechowska.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) And here we go, round two!
(Rd 2 - 09:50) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 2 - 09:24) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 09:24) Everett finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 2 - 09:24) Wojciechowska finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 2 - 09:04) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 2 - 09:04) Wojciechowska hits a kick to the lead leg. Everett misses with a left jab but hits a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 08:54) Everett is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 2 - 08:41) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 2 - 08:41) Everett slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a solid right hand.
(Rd 2 - 08:21) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 2 - 08:21) Wojciechowska doesn't connect with a leg kick and gets countered with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.
(Rd 2 - 08:01) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 2 - 08:01) Wojciechowska counters a body kick with a jab and a left kick to the ribs.
(Rd 2 - 07:46) A few deep breaths betray that Wojciechowska is starting to get into the deeper reaches of her gas tank.
(Rd 2 - 07:36) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.
(Rd 2 - 07:08) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 2 - 07:08) Everett misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a quick kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 2 - 06:45) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 2 - 06:45) Everett lands a left jab but fails on a leg kick attempt.
(Rd 2 - 06:45) Wojciechowska scores with a jab and also lands a left kick to the body.
(Rd 2 - 06:21) They come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 06:21) Wojciechowska misses a big right hand, putting her off balance and allowing Everett to attack with a quick left hook.
(Rd 2 - 06:12) Everett is limping a little from the damage she has taken to her legs.
(Rd 2 - 06:06) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 2 - 05:50) Wojciechowska glances at the clock.
(Rd 2 - 05:36) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 05:36) Wojciechowska doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 05:36) Everett scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 2 - 05:26) Everett is limping slightly.
(Rd 2 - 05:16) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.
(Rd 2 - 05:00) Wojciechowska looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.
(Rd 2 - 05:00) We move into the second half of this round.
(Rd 2 - 05:00) Everett looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 2 - 05:00) It doesn't work, Wojciechowska defended against it well.
(Rd 2 - 04:45) Wojciechowska is looking really tired.
(Rd 2 - 04:45) Everett looks to set up a trip takedown.
(Rd 2 - 04:45) Wojciechowska stops the attempted trip, then uses her wrestling to take control of the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 04:27) Wojciechowska attempts to wrestle Everett to the ground.
(Rd 2 - 04:27) The takedown doesn't work, Everett blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 03:57) With control of the clinch, Everett tries to complete a takedown.
(Rd 2 - 03:57) It's unsuccessful, Wojciechowska maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 2 - 03:44) Everett separates from Wojciechowska and we're back to a stand-off.
(Rd 2 - 03:20) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.
(Rd 2 - 03:05) Wojciechowska looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.
(Rd 2 - 03:05) Wojciechowska looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 2 - 03:05) Everett blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 02:37) Everett tries to take Wojciechowska down.
(Rd 2 - 02:37) Wojciechowska blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.
(Rd 2 - 02:25) Everett looks to set up a trip takedown.
(Rd 2 - 02:25) Everett can't get the trip, as Wojciechowska wrestles her way into a dominant position.
(Rd 2 - 02:06) Wojciechowska looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 2 - 02:06) It's unsuccessful, Everett maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 2 - 01:46) Wojciechowska and Everett break the grapple and are apart again, circling.
(Rd 2 - 01:16) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 01:16) Wojciechowska lands a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. Everett scores with a left hook.
(Rd 2 - 01:04) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.
(Rd 2 - 01:04) Everett tries to use a trip takedown.
(Rd 2 - 01:04) Everett doesn't get the trip, Wojciechowska instead wrestles her way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round.
(Rd 2 - 00:52) Clinched with Everett, Wojciechowska looks to try and take her down.
(Rd 2 - 00:52) Wojciechowska can't get Everett down to the ground.
(Rd 2 - 00:35) Wojciechowska looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 2 - 00:35) Everett blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 00:23) With control of the clinch, Everett tries to complete a takedown.
(Rd 2 - 00:23) Wojciechowska stops the takedown attempt, then uses her wrestling to take control of the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Wojciechowska looks very, very tired.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) Our last round, round three, begins!
(Rd 3 - 09:52) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.
(Rd 3 - 09:31) Everett is limping slightly.
(Rd 3 - 09:19) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 3 - 09:19) Everett dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook.
(Rd 3 - 09:12) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.
(Rd 3 - 09:12) Wojciechowska tries to take Everett down.
(Rd 3 - 09:12) It's unsuccessful, Everett maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 3 - 08:53) Wojciechowska attempts to wrestle Everett to the ground.
(Rd 3 - 08:53) It's unsuccessful, Everett maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 3 - 08:39) Wojciechowska seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart.
(Rd 3 - 08:26) A few deep breaths betray that Everett is starting to get into the deeper reaches of her gas tank.
(Rd 3 - 08:16) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 3 - 08:16) Wojciechowska hits a jab but doesn't get a leg kick.
(Rd 3 - 08:16) Everett uses a left jab but misses a right hook.
(Rd 3 - 07:55) They come together and strike.
(Rd 3 - 07:55) Everett dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a good right hook.
(Rd 3 - 07:41) Everett is looking really tired.
(Rd 3 - 07:35) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 3 - 07:35) Wojciechowska misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hook.
(Rd 3 - 07:24) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.
(Rd 3 - 07:24) Wojciechowska looks to sweep a leg out from under Everett so as to take her down with a trip.
(Rd 3 - 07:24) Wojciechowska can't get Everett down to the ground.
(Rd 3 - 07:13) Wojciechowska tries to take Everett down.
(Rd 3 - 07:13) Wojciechowska doesn't get the takedown, Everett instead wrestles her way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 3 - 06:44) Everett looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 3 - 06:44) Wojciechowska stops the takedown attempt, then uses her wrestling to take control of the grapple.
(Rd 3 - 06:18) Wojciechowska looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.
(Rd 3 - 06:18) The trip doesn't work, Everett blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.
(Rd 3 - 05:52) Wojciechowska looks like she is almost out on her feet with exhaustion.
(Rd 3 - 05:52) Everett tries to take Wojciechowska down.
(Rd 3 - 05:52) Wojciechowska stops the takedown attempt, then uses her wrestling to take control of the grapple.
(Rd 3 - 05:26) Wojciechowska looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 3 - 05:26) Everett blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.
(Rd 3 - 05:14) With control of the clinch, Everett tries to complete a takedown.
(Rd 3 - 05:14) It's unsuccessful, Wojciechowska maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 3 - 04:54) We go past the halfway point of this round.
(Rd 3 - 04:54) Everett seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart.
(Rd 3 - 04:24) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 3 - 04:24) Everett hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 3 - 04:24) Wojciechowska lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 3 - 04:13) Limping slightly, Everett is definitely starting to feel the damage to her legs.
(Rd 3 - 04:04) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 3 - 03:45) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 3 - 03:45) Wojciechowska hits a left jab but misses with a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 03:45) Everett finds a way past her opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 3 - 03:33) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.
(Rd 3 - 03:33) Everett tries to take Wojciechowska down.
(Rd 3 - 03:33) Everett gets the takedown! Wojciechowska pulls guard.
(Rd 3 - 03:18) From the looks of things, I don't think Everett has much energy left.
(Rd 3 - 03:18) Everett fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.
(Rd 3 - 03:07) Wojciechowska tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Everett.
(Rd 3 - 02:51) The clock runs down as Wojciechowska is being smothered against the ground by Everett.
(Rd 3 - 02:25) Everett tries to pass the guard.
(Rd 3 - 02:25) Everett passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Wojciechowska starts scrambling.
(Rd 3 - 02:10) Everett scrambles to her feet, but Wojciechowska immediately drives her up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 01:50) Everett is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 3 - 01:33) Wojciechowska pins Everett up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 3 - 01:19) Wojciechowska smothers Everett against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.
(Rd 3 - 01:05) Everett is trapped against the cage and Wojciechowska hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 3 - 00:51) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 3 - 00:51) Wojciechowska smothers Everett against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.
(Rd 3 - 00:36) Everett is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 00:25) Wojciechowska pins Everett up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 3 - 00:08) Everett is trapped against the cage and Wojciechowska punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges have Wojciechowska down as the winner.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Making Katarzyna 'Killer' Wojciechowska the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Katarzyna 'Killer' Wojciechowska defeats 'Here Comes Trouble' Debra Everett (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Katarzyna Wojciechowska thanks her sponsors and all her fans. The interviewer asks who she would be interested in fighting next, and she replies that Rose Nessa would be a tough challenge but one that she'd be interested in trying.

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Ruth_Becker.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Rose_Nessa.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

"Home Wrecker" Ruth Becker (9-3, 2-1 CTC, Favorite: -550) vs. Rose Nessa (8-2, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +430)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up is a match in which 'Home Wrecker' Ruth Becker goes head to head with Rose Nessa.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Nessa connects with a nice jab and then hits Becker with a right to the side of the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Nessa steps in and looks to unleash.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Nessa connects with a nice jab and then hits Becker with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:08) Nessa can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) Becker clearly respects her opponent's striking as she is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) Nessa connects with a jab, but Becker avoids a big right.
(Rd 1 - 08:31) Nessa confidently comes in closer.
(Rd 1 - 08:31) Becker appeared to be going for a takedown, but Nessa took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 08:31) Nessa lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:22) Nessa motions for Becker to come on and fight.
(Rd 1 - 08:08) Nessa connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:48) A jab hits home from Nessa and then she scores with a right to the body.
(Rd 1 - 07:27) An attempt to land a hook to the body from Nessa fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) Seizing the opportunity, Becker clinches.
(Rd 1 - 07:09) Becker is trying to muscle Nessa up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:09) Becker does it, Nessa is stuck with her back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:49) It isn't pretty, but Becker has Nessa stuck up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:49) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) Unable to break free, Nessa is smothered up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:38) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 04:31) Becker moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt her opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.
(Rd 1 - 04:31) Nessa lands a left hand and then lands a right hand to the body.
(Rd 1 - 04:11) Becker had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 04:11) A jab is wide from Nessa, but then she hits Becker with a right to the side of the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 04:01) Nessa hits a left jab and then catches Becker with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 04:01) Becker appears to have suffered a gash under her eye.
(Rd 1 - 03:39) Becker warily circles, looking for the opening she needs to shoot in.
(Rd 1 - 03:39) Nessa connects with a nice jab and then lands a vicious right cross!
(Rd 1 - 03:39) Becker is knocked down!
(Rd 1 - 03:32) Nessa moves in quickly, kneeling beside Becker and starting to hammer down with punches!
(Rd 1 - 03:32) Nessa unloads with massive right hands and Becker is getting destroyed!
(Rd 1 - 03:32) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 03:12) The winner, by TKO; Rose Nessa!

Official Result: Rose Nessa defeats 'Home Wrecker' Ruth Becker (TKO (Strikes) in 6:48 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Rose Nessa name-checks all her sponsors, then thanks all her fans who turned out to support her. She is then asked who she'd like to face next, and she responds by calling out Saya Ikegami, saying she will take her out easily.

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Helen_Fox.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Tiiu_Kass.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

"The Maryland Mauler" Helen Fox (7-3, 0-2 CTC, FAvorite: -340) vs. Tiiu "Tigress" Kass (11-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +270)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up, 'The Maryland Mauler' Helen Fox going head to head with Tiiu 'Tigress' Kass.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Stewart Morecambe, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:54) Fox hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.
(Rd 1 - 09:54) Kass throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 09:43) Kass throws a punch but Fox avoids it.
(Rd 1 - 09:39) Fox seizes the chance and grabs Kass into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) Fox is trying to muscle Kass up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) Fox achieves it, pinning Kass to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:13) Kass is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 08:55) Showing her ability to exert control, Fox smothers Kass up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:55) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 07:54) Fox pins Kass up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 1 - 07:37) Kass, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Fox is exerting.
(Rd 1 - 07:37) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.
(Rd 1 - 06:35) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 06:22) Kass lands a jab and then catches Fox with a right hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Kass fails to find a home for her jab, but then catches Fox with a right hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 05:43) Kass lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 05:43) It looks like Fox has been cut above the eye.
(Rd 1 - 05:22) Kass connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 05:03) A punch from Kass fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 04:58) We go past the halfway point of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) Kass connects with a nice jab and then hits Fox with a right to the side of the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 04:26) Fox keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.
(Rd 1 - 04:26) Kass connects with two left hands and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 04:05) Kass can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 03:51) Fox comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 03:51) She has the takedown! Kass pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:45) Time slips away as Fox successfully keeps Kass stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 03:22) Fox looks to pass guard and get side control.
(Rd 1 - 03:22) Fox is too much for Kass, passing guard and gaining side control.
(Rd 1 - 02:50) In side control, Fox begins working to get a mount.
(Rd 1 - 02:50) She does it, and has the mount on Kass.
(Rd 1 - 02:11) Fox unloads with big rights and Kass is getting rocked!
(Rd 1 - 01:53) Fox unloads with big rights and Kass is getting rocked!
(Rd 1 - 01:41) Fox pounds away with right hands and Kass is having trouble doing anything about it!
(Rd 1 - 01:41) The referee jumps in and saves Kass from taking any more shots!
(Rd 1 - 01:22) The winner, by TKO; Helen Fox!

Official Result: 'The Maryland Mauler' Helen Fox defeats Tiiu 'Tigress' Kass (TKO (Strikes) in 8:38 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Helen Fox name-checks all of her sponsors, then thanks all her fans who turned out to support her.

CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 17 WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT TOURNAMENT QUARTER-FINAL BOUT

VS.

Lucia "Lady O' War" Pessoa (8-3, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +200) vs. Liz "The Sexy Badger" Brunnell (3-1, 2-1 CTC, Favorite: -260)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Lucia 'Lady O' War' Pessoa battling Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The finals of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh await the winner.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 09:51) A jab is wide from Pessoa, but then she hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:46) Brunnell gets hold of Pessoa without taking too much damage.
(Rd 1 - 09:39) Using her wrestling skills, Brunnell is trying to push Pessoa up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:39) Pessoa ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:20) Pessoa is trapped against the cage and Brunnell punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) Brunnell smothers Pessoa against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 08:47) Brunnell catches Pessoa with an elbow to the face from the clinch while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:35) Pessoa is trapped against the cage and Brunnell punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 08:22) Brunnell catches Pessoa with an elbow to the face from the clinch while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:22) Pessoa looks to have been cut under her eye.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Brunnell pins Pessoa up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 07:55) Brunnell pins Pessoa up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 07:37) Brunnell uses dirty boxing to punish Pessoa while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:26) Brunnell seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
(Rd 1 - 07:26) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) Brunnell had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) Pessoa can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) Pessoa closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) Brunnell appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Pessoa took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) A jab lands from Pessoa, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 06:49) Brunnell steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.
(Rd 1 - 06:49) Pessoa fails to find a home for her jab, but then catches Brunnell with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:44) Brunnell seizes the chance and grabs Pessoa into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 06:36) Brunnell uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Pessoa.
(Rd 1 - 06:17) Brunnell tries to wrestle Pessoa backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:17) Brunnell does it, Pessoa is stuck with her back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Brunnell smothers Pessoa against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 05:41) Pessoa is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 05:23) Pessoa is trapped against the cage and Brunnell punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 05:08) Pessoa is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 04:51) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:51) Pessoa is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 1 - 04:33) Brunnell smothers Pessoa against the cage, then hits her with a knee strike to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 04:19) Pessoa takes a knee strike just above the hip.
(Rd 1 - 04:08) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 04:02) Brunnell may have been aiming to get in close, but Pessoa aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 04:02) A jab is wide from Pessoa, but then she scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 04:02) Brunnell appears to have suffered a gash under her eye.
(Rd 1 - 03:57) Referee Kyle Crisp calls for a pause, he wants to check the cuts on both fighters.
(Rd 1 - 03:57) The ringside doctor examines the cuts...and signals that neither is a fight ender.
(Rd 1 - 03:57) We're back underway!
(Rd 1 - 03:43) Pessoa can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 03:34) Brunnell looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Pessoa simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 03:34) Pessoa lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 03:10) Pessoa confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 03:10) Brunnell looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Pessoa simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 03:10) Pessoa hits a left jab and then lands a low kick to the legs.
(Rd 1 - 02:40) Pessoa throws a one-two, but Brunnell was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) A jab hits home from Pessoa and then she lands a low kick to the legs.
(Rd 1 - 01:57) Pessoa lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 01:35) Pessoa can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits Brunnell with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 01:26) Seizing the opportunity, Brunnell clinches.
(Rd 1 - 01:19) Pessoa tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) Pessoa gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Brunnell uses her dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.
(Rd 1 - 00:50) Brunnell hits Pessoa with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 00:37) Brunnell uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Pessoa.
(Rd 1 - 00:17) Brunnell hits Pessoa with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 1 - 00:03) Pessoa tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) And here we go, round two!
(Rd 2 - 09:48) Pessoa fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 09:32) Pessoa fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 09:32) Brunnell is bleeding under her eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound.
(Rd 2 - 09:22) Pessoa is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 2 - 09:07) Circling, Brunnell clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.
(Rd 2 - 09:07) A jab is wide from Pessoa, but then she hits Brunnell with a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 08:49) Pessoa lands a left hand and then catches Brunnell with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 08:35) Circling, Brunnell clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.
(Rd 2 - 08:35) Pessoa hits a left jab and then hits Brunnell with a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 08:12) Brunnell may have been aiming to get in close, but Pessoa aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 08:12) Pessoa lands a jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 07:56) Pessoa throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 2 - 07:47) Brunnell seizes the chance and grabs Pessoa into a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 07:37) Pessoa tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
(Rd 2 - 07:23) Brunnell uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Pessoa.
(Rd 2 - 07:12) Brunnell uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Pessoa.
(Rd 2 - 06:54) Brunnell uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Pessoa as they grapple.
(Rd 2 - 06:36) Brunnell looks like she is almost out on her feet with exhaustion.
(Rd 2 - 06:36) Brunnell uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Pessoa.
(Rd 2 - 06:16) Brunnell uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Pessoa.
(Rd 2 - 06:03) Brunnell uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Pessoa as they grapple.
(Rd 2 - 05:50) Brunnell uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Pessoa as they grapple.
(Rd 2 - 05:35) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them.
(Rd 2 - 05:35) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Pessoa is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.
(Rd 2 - 05:20) Pessoa connects with a jab, but her big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 2 - 05:11) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Brunnell.
(Rd 2 - 05:11) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue.
(Rd 2 - 05:11) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway!
(Rd 2 - 05:01) Pessoa fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 04:56) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 2 - 04:51) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Pessoa.
(Rd 2 - 04:22) Pessoa connects with a nice jab and then catches Brunnell with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 03:59) Brunnell appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Pessoa took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 03:59) Pessoa connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 03:35) Pessoa lands a jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 03:15) Circling warily, Brunnell is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.
(Rd 2 - 03:15) A jab hits home from Pessoa and then she hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 2 - 03:02) Breathing very hard, Pessoa is looking ragged.
(Rd 2 - 02:54) A jab hits home from Pessoa and then she scores with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 02:36) Brunnell isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if she gets close enough to grapple.
(Rd 2 - 02:36) Pessoa lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 2 - 02:16) Pessoa looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.
(Rd 2 - 02:16) Brunnell appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Pessoa took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 02:16) A jab hits home from Pessoa and then she catches Brunnell with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 01:48) Pessoa lands a left hand and then catches Brunnell with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 01:27) Pessoa lands a jab and then catches Brunnell with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 01:08) Pessoa hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 2 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round.
(Rd 2 - 00:49) Brunnell warily circles, looking for the opening she needs to initiate some grappling.
(Rd 2 - 00:49) Pessoa can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then catches Brunnell with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 00:34) Brunnell may have been aiming to get in close, but Pessoa aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 00:34) A jab hits home from Pessoa and then she catches Brunnell with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 00:20) Pessoa comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 2 - 00:20) It looked like we were about to see Brunnell try and get some grappling started, but Pessoa was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 00:20) Pessoa lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!
(Rd 3 - 09:55) Pessoa lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 3 - 09:40) Brunnell keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.
(Rd 3 - 09:40) Pessoa can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 09:30) Pessoa looks very, very tired.
(Rd 3 - 09:20) Pessoa lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 3 - 08:57) Pessoa fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 3 - 08:45) Pessoa uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 3 - 08:21) Pessoa hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 3 - 08:04) Brunnell isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if she gets close enough to grapple.
(Rd 3 - 08:04) Pessoa lands a jab and then catches Brunnell with a right hook.
(Rd 3 - 07:44) Circling warily, Brunnell is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.
(Rd 3 - 07:44) Pessoa throws a punch but Brunnell avoids it.
(Rd 3 - 07:37) Brunnell comes in and grabs Pessoa in a clinch.
(Rd 3 - 07:30) Brunnell hits Pessoa with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple.
(Rd 3 - 07:10) Pessoa gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Brunnell uses her dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.
(Rd 3 - 06:54) Brunnell hits Pessoa with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 3 - 06:40) Pessoa tries to wriggle free, but Brunnell controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
(Rd 3 - 06:25) Brunnell hits Pessoa with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 3 - 06:06) Brunnell uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Pessoa to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 3 - 05:50) Pessoa looks totally gassed.
(Rd 3 - 05:50) Brunnell uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Pessoa as they grapple.
(Rd 3 - 05:37) Brunnell uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Pessoa.
(Rd 3 - 05:18) Using her wrestling skills, Brunnell is trying to push Pessoa up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 05:18) Brunnell does it, Pessoa is stuck with her back to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 05:00) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 3 - 05:00) Brunnell uses dirty boxing to punish Pessoa while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:40) Brunnell pins Pessoa up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.
(Rd 3 - 04:24) Pessoa is trapped against the cage and Brunnell punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 04:09) Brunnell hits Pessoa, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 3 - 03:51) Pessoa is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a quick elbow.
(Rd 3 - 03:38) Pessoa is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 3 - 03:18) Brunnell hits Pessoa, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 3 - 03:02) Brunnell smothers Pessoa against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.
(Rd 3 - 02:43) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them.
(Rd 3 - 02:30) Pessoa hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 02:12) A jab hits home from Pessoa and then she scores with a right cross.
(Rd 3 - 01:51) Brunnell steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as she can get close enough to wrestle.
(Rd 3 - 01:51) Pessoa fails to find a home for her jab, but then catches Brunnell with a right hook.
(Rd 3 - 01:44) Brunnell gets hold of Pessoa.
(Rd 3 - 01:35) Brunnell is trying to push Pessoa so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 01:35) Pessoa ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 01:21) Pessoa is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 3 - 01:10) Pessoa is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 3 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.
(Rd 3 - 00:53) Brunnell pins Pessoa up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 3 - 00:33) Pessoa is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 3 - 00:20) Pessoa gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 3 - 00:08) Brunnell catches Pessoa with a knee strike to the thigh.
(Rd 3 - 00:02) Brunnell hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that Brunnell is the winner.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell is the winner by unanimous decision!
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell moves into the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh final!

Official Result: Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell defeats Lucia 'Lady O' War' Pessoa (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great.

CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 17 WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT TOURNAMENT QUARTER-FINAL BOUT

VS.

"Dangerous" Denise Phelan (2-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +390) vs. "Wild Thing" Katy-Jayne Paulson (8-1, 2-0 CTC, Favorite: -490)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'Dangerous' Denise Phelan fights 'Wild Thing' Katy-Jayne Paulson.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) A place in the final of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh is at stake.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The two fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Up close, they start wrestling.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Paulson seems to be the aggressor.
(Rd 1 - 09:44) Paulson tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip her to the floor.
(Rd 1 - 09:44) Paulson uses a nice inside leg trip and Phelan is forced to pull half guard!
(Rd 1 - 09:27) Looking to catch her breath, Paulson is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) Phelan tries to get full guard on Paulson but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) In half guard, Paulson begins working to get side control.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) She is too good for Phelan slipping out of half guard and straight into a mount.
(Rd 1 - 08:04) Paulson pounds away on Phelan, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!
(Rd 1 - 08:04) With Phelan taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 07:49) 'Wild Thing' Katy-Jayne Paulson takes the win by TKO!
(Rd 1 - 07:49) Into the final of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh goes Katy-Jayne Paulson!

Official Result: 'Wild Thing' Katy-Jayne Paulson defeats 'Dangerous' Denise Phelan (TKO (Strikes) in 2:11 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Echiko_Watanabe.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Hisae_Asahi.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Echiko "Rhino" Watanabe (7-2, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +100) vs. Hisae Asahi (3-1, 3-1 CTC, Favorite: -110)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Echiko 'Rhino' Watanabe battling Hisae Asahi.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Kenneth Capote will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Christina Shaw, Stewart Morecambe, and Johnny Beerbohm.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) They touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Watanabe shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) A big double leg takedown drives Asahi off her feet and backward!
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Asahi ends up sitting, her legs trapped under Watanabe, with her back pressed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:40) Watanabe pounds away but Asahi deals with the blows fairly easily.
(Rd 1 - 09:20) Watanabe pounds away with lefts but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 09:09) Asahi hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything.
(Rd 1 - 08:44) Watanabe pounds away, but Asahi calmly deals with them.
(Rd 1 - 08:26) Asahi hits Watanabe with a few weak strikes to the back.
(Rd 1 - 08:09) Watanabe tries to pound on Asahi, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 07:55) Asahi, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back.
(Rd 1 - 07:37) Watanabe pounds away with left hands, but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 1 - 07:19) Asahi, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back.
(Rd 1 - 06:57) Watanabe pounds away with left hands, but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 1 - 06:43) Asahi, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back.
(Rd 1 - 06:14) The lack of progress forces referee Kenneth Capote to separate the two fighters.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) Watanabe can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight left.
(Rd 1 - 05:54) Asahi gets hold of Watanabe.
(Rd 1 - 05:44) Asahi looks to set up a judo throw.
(Rd 1 - 05:44) Asahi uses a nice inside leg trip and Watanabe is forced to pull guard!
(Rd 1 - 05:28) Asahi throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that she can think.
(Rd 1 - 04:58) We move into the second half of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:58) Asahi throws a few relatively weak right hands.
(Rd 1 - 04:41) Watanabe bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position.
(Rd 1 - 04:41) She may regret that choice, as it gives Asahi the perfect opportunity to come over the top and get side control.
(Rd 1 - 04:19) Asahi throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch her breath.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) Asahi blocks Watanabe as she tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Asahi tries to lock Watanabe in a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Asahi gets the kimura, twists the arm backwards, and Watanabe has to tap!
(Rd 1 - 03:04) Hisae Asahi takes the victory by way of submission!

Official Result: Hisae Asahi defeats Echiko 'Rhino' Watanabe (Submission (Kimura) in 6:56 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

Post-Fight: Hisae Asahi gives a name-check to everyone at Team Lotus, all her various sponsors, then all her friends, family, and supporters. She highlights what an amazing fight it was and says that "this is why I love MMA."

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Taniko_Uchiyama.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Monica_Masters.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Taniko Uchiyama (9-1, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -110) vs. Monica "Mayhem" Masters (11-2, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +100)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Taniko Uchiyama going head to head with Monica 'Mayhem' Masters.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Kenneth Capote is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Stewart Morecambe, and Johnny Beerbohm.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 09:46) Masters attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:46) Uchiyama fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 09:46) Masters hits a left jab and then she catches Uchiyama with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 09:10) Uchiyama may have been aiming to get in close, but Masters aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 09:10) Masters lands a left hand and then catches Uchiyama with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Circling warily, Uchiyama is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Masters can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand to the body.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) Masters comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) Uchiyama hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) A one-two from Masters fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) Masters moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) Masters can't connect with a jab, but then hits Uchiyama with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Masters comes forward, walking down Uchiyama.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Uchiyama throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Masters can't hit a set-up left jab, but then she catches Uchiyama with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:00) Masters closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:00) A jab is wide from Masters, but then she catches Uchiyama with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:49) A punch from Masters fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 07:36) Masters lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 07:15) Masters comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 07:15) Uchiyama throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 07:15) A jab is wide from Masters, but then she hits Uchiyama with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 07:00) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 06:38) Masters hits a left hand, but Uchiyama avoids a big right.
(Rd 1 - 06:24) Masters initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:24) Uchiyama throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 06:24) Masters can't connect with a jab, but then she hits Uchiyama with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 06:12) Moving forward constantly, Masters is pressuring Uchiyama.
(Rd 1 - 06:12) Uchiyama throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 06:12) Masters lands two jabs and then she hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 05:52) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.
(Rd 1 - 05:21) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 05:03) Masters steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 05:03) Uchiyama misses with a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 05:03) Masters can't hit a set-up left jab, but then she hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 04:55) We move into the second half of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:42) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) Masters steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) Masters moves into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) Masters connects with a nice jab and then she hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 04:01) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 03:30) Masters comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 03:30) Masters is now in the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 03:30) Masters connects with a nice jab and then she scores with a right to the body.
(Rd 1 - 03:11) Masters steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 03:11) Uchiyama hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 03:11) Masters can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then she hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 03:06) Taking a few gulps of breath, Masters is giving the first hint that she is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 1 - 02:55) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 02:17) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.
(Rd 1 - 01:39) Masters moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Uchiyama into exchanging strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:39) Masters moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Uchiyama.
(Rd 1 - 01:39) Masters can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then she lands a big right hand.
(Rd 1 - 01:19) Masters attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:19) Uchiyama manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 01:19) Masters can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then she scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 01:06) Masters attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:06) Uchiyama fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 01:06) Masters connects with a jab but her big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:41) Uchiyama looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Masters simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 00:41) A jab hits home from Masters and then she catches Uchiyama with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 00:29) Masters fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 00:15) A jab hits home from Masters and then she hits a nice right hook to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!
(Rd 2 - 09:54) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 09:54) Masters slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a nice right hook.
(Rd 2 - 09:36) Uchiyama appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Masters took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 09:36) Masters comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing three of them, and then catches Uchiyama with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 2 - 09:11) Masters moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, and then hits Uchiyama with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 08:43) Masters lands a jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 08:28) Masters hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 2 - 08:06) Masters hits a left jab and then catches Uchiyama with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 2 - 07:48) Moving around, Uchiyama is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.
(Rd 2 - 07:48) Masters fails to find a home for her jab, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 07:31) Moving around, Uchiyama is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.
(Rd 2 - 07:31) Masters can't connect with a jab, but then lands a big right hand.
(Rd 2 - 07:26) A few deep breaths betray that Masters is starting to get into the deeper reaches of her gas tank.
(Rd 2 - 07:20) Masters tries to go to the body with a sharp hook but is off-target.
(Rd 2 - 07:15) Uchiyama comes in and grabs Masters in a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 07:07) Uchiyama looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.
(Rd 2 - 07:07) Masters has no answer to a slick trip, she is left down under side control!
(Rd 2 - 06:56) Uchiyama attempts a kimura.
(Rd 2 - 06:56) The kimura is fully applied, Masters has no option but to tap out!
(Rd 2 - 06:20) Taniko Uchiyama takes the victory by way of submission!

Official Result: Taniko Uchiyama defeats Monica 'Mayhem' Masters (Submission (Kimura) in 3:40 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Taniko Uchiyama thanks everyone connected to Flying Daggers for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially.

CTC SUNDAY NIGHT FIGHTS 17 WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT TOURNAMENT FINAL BOUT

VS.

Liz "The Sexy Badger" Brunnell (4-1, 3-1 CTC, Underdog: +350) vs. "Wild Thing" Katy-Jayne Paulson (9-1, 3-0 CTC, Favorite: -440)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up is a match in which Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell goes head to head with 'Wild Thing' Katy-Jayne Paulson.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) This is to be declared the winner of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Johnny Beerbohm, and Benjamin Milligan III.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Paulson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Brunnell.
(Rd 1 - 09:46) Brunnell gets hold of Paulson without taking too much damage.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) Brunnell is looking to muscle Paulson back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) Brunnell manages it and controls Paulson up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Brunnell punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 09:10) Paulson waits for Brunnell to try and throw some strikes and quickly turns her, creating enough space to escape away from the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:56) Brunnell looks like she is almost out on her feet with exhaustion.
(Rd 1 - 08:47) Brunnell gets close enough to clinch.
(Rd 1 - 08:36) Brunnell is looking to muscle Paulson back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:36) Brunnell does it, Paulson is stuck with her back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Brunnell hits Paulson, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 08:04) Paulson is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 1 - 07:44) Brunnell pins Paulson up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 07:24) Brunnell smothers Paulson against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 07:05) Brunnell uses dirty boxing to punish Paulson while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:48) Brunnell smothers Paulson against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 06:32) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center.
(Rd 1 - 06:19) Paulson throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 06:12) Brunnell gets hold of Paulson.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) Brunnell is trying to muscle Paulson up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) Brunnell does it, Paulson is stuck with her back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:47) Brunnell tries to use her dirty boxing skills, but Paulson uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.
(Rd 1 - 05:31) A few short punches to the ribs land, as Paulson fights back.
(Rd 1 - 05:16) Brunnell hits Paulson, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 05:03) Paulson uses her wrestling skills to prevent Brunnell from attacking with dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) Although pressed against the cage, Paulson still hits a few small punches to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 04:30) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 04:13) Referee Kyle Crisp calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Brunnell.
(Rd 1 - 04:13) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor.
(Rd 1 - 04:13) The fight will be restarted in the center!
(Rd 1 - 04:02) Paulson lands a left jab, but Brunnell avoids a big right.
(Rd 1 - 03:50) Brunnell seizes the chance and grabs Paulson into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 03:40) Brunnell is trying to muscle Paulson up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:40) Paulson out-wrestles her though.
(Rd 1 - 03:28) Paulson attempts to wrestle Brunnell to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 03:28) She gets a big takedown and she manages to get side control as a result.
(Rd 1 - 03:14) Paulson keeps Brunnell guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 02:52) Brunnell tries to move to guard, but Paulson doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 02:41) Paulson keeps Brunnell guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 02:21) Paulson begins trying to get herself into a mount.
(Rd 1 - 02:21) Paulson mounts Brunnell.
(Rd 1 - 01:49) Paulson unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Brunnell.
(Rd 1 - 01:37) Paulson pounds away and Brunnell eats a few big strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:26) Paulson pounds away on Brunnell, but few of the shots lands clean.
(Rd 1 - 01:06) Paulson fires away with rights, but does little in the way of actual damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 1 - 00:55) Paulson pounds away, but Brunnell calmly deals with them.
(Rd 1 - 00:37) Paulson counters an attempt by Brunnell to move her from mount by taking her back!
(Rd 1 - 00:15) Paulson unloads with some right hands, but Brunnell deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!
(Rd 2 - 09:55) Paulson looked like she was about to shoot, but Brunnell stepped in fast and started a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 09:36) Brunnell is trying to muscle Paulson up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:36) Brunnell manages it and controls Paulson up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:23) Brunnell tries to use some dirty boxing, but Paulson uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage.
(Rd 2 - 09:06) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 2 - 08:54) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 2 - 08:43) Brunnell pins Paulson up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 08:30) Paulson is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 2 - 08:12) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Brunnell punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 2 - 07:53) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 2 - 07:39) Paulson uses her wrestling skills to prevent Brunnell from attacking with dirty boxing.
(Rd 2 - 07:22) Paulson is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 2 - 07:06) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 06:58) Paulson can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 06:58) The gash under the eye of Brunnell has been re-opened by a strike.
(Rd 2 - 06:45) Paulson is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 2 - 06:30) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.
(Rd 2 - 06:30) Paulson is the aggressor.
(Rd 2 - 06:24) Paulson is trying to push Brunnell so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 06:24) Brunnell doesn't let herself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.
(Rd 2 - 06:10) Brunnell tries to wrestle Paulson backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 06:10) Brunnell can't do it though, and Paulson gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.
(Rd 2 - 05:50) Paulson is trying to muscle Brunnell up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 05:50) Paulson can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 05:22) Brunnell is looking to muscle Paulson back against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 05:22) Brunnell can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 05:03) Paulson is trying to push Brunnell so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 05:03) Paulson achieves it, pinning Brunnell to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 04:52) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 2 - 04:52) Paulson leans all of her weight up against Brunnell, pressing her against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 04:52) The next thirty seconds or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.
(Rd 2 - 04:08) Paulson tries to smother Brunnell against the cage with wrestling, but she reverses it and pushes Paulson against the cage instead.
(Rd 2 - 03:41) Brunnell tries to use dirty boxing against Paulson, but her opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.
(Rd 2 - 03:21) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Brunnell punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 2 - 03:02) Paulson is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 2 - 02:44) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 02:31) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.
(Rd 2 - 02:31) Paulson is the aggressor.
(Rd 2 - 02:22) Paulson tries to wrestle Brunnell backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 02:22) Paulson achieves it, pinning Brunnell to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 02:09) Showing good control, Paulson keeps Brunnell stuck against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 02:09) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.
(Rd 2 - 01:05) Paulson tries to smother Brunnell against the cage with wrestling, but she reverses it and pushes Paulson against the cage instead.
(Rd 2 - 00:49) Paulson uses her wrestling skills to prevent Brunnell from attacking with dirty boxing.
(Rd 2 - 00:30) With Brunnell bleeding, referee Kyle Crisp pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.
(Rd 2 - 00:30) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.
(Rd 2 - 00:30) The referee signals for the fight to continue!
(Rd 2 - 00:21) Brunnell looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Paulson simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 00:21) Paulson can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 00:03) Paulson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!
(Rd 3 - 09:49) Paulson lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 3 - 09:31) Paulson connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 3 - 09:17) Brunnell seizes the chance and grabs Paulson into a clinch.
(Rd 3 - 09:09) Using her wrestling skills, Brunnell is trying to push Paulson up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 09:09) Paulson ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 08:54) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 3 - 08:43) Paulson is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 3 - 08:28) Brunnell uses dirty boxing to punish Paulson while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 08:17) Brunnell smothers Paulson against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.
(Rd 3 - 07:59) Brunnell smothers Paulson against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.
(Rd 3 - 07:44) Paulson is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 07:27) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Brunnell punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 07:08) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Brunnell punishes her with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 06:52) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Kyle Crisp separating them.
(Rd 3 - 06:52) A few deep breaths betray that Paulson is starting to get into the deeper reaches of her gas tank.
(Rd 3 - 06:41) Paulson confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 3 - 06:41) Brunnell had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 3 - 06:41) Paulson fails to find a home for her jab, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 06:26) Paulson lands a left hand and then hits Brunnell with a straight right.
(Rd 3 - 06:12) Paulson doesn't look like she has much left in the tank.
(Rd 3 - 05:59) Paulson fails to find a home for her jab, but then hits Brunnell with a straight right.
(Rd 3 - 05:34) Moving in, Brunnell appears willing to risk getting hit if it means she can get close enough to initiate some grappling.
(Rd 3 - 05:34) Paulson hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 05:12) Paulson moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 3 - 05:12) Brunnell looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Paulson simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 3 - 05:12) Paulson lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 04:48) Paulson hits a left jab and then catches Brunnell with a right hook.
(Rd 3 - 04:27) Paulson hits a left jab and then lands a big right hand.
(Rd 3 - 04:03) Brunnell steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as she can get close enough to wrestle.
(Rd 3 - 04:03) Paulson hits a left jab and then hits Brunnell with a straight right.
(Rd 3 - 03:45) Paulson can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 03:18) A jab hits home from Paulson and then she hits Brunnell with a straight right.
(Rd 3 - 03:02) A jab is wide from Paulson, but then she hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 3 - 02:47) Moving in, Brunnell appears willing to risk getting hit if it means she can get close enough to initiate some grappling.
(Rd 3 - 02:47) Paulson lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 3 - 02:37) Brunnell gets hold of Paulson.
(Rd 3 - 02:31) Paulson gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Brunnell uses her dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.
(Rd 3 - 02:14) Brunnell tries to use her dirty boxing skills, but Paulson uses wrestling to smother the attacks.
(Rd 3 - 01:55) Brunnell tries to wrestle Paulson backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 01:55) Paulson ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 01:39) Paulson is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 3 - 01:22) Paulson seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
(Rd 3 - 01:22) Brunnell uses dirty boxing to punish Paulson while she is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 01:04) Paulson takes a knee strike to the inside of her own knee.
(Rd 3 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round.
(Rd 3 - 00:58) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 3 - 00:44) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Brunnell hits her with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 3 - 00:28) Brunnell scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.
(Rd 3 - 00:13) Brunnell pins Paulson up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Stewart Morecambe has Paulson as the winner.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm has given Brunnell the win.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Benjamin Milligan III: Brunnell.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The winner, by split decision, is Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell!
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweigh is won by Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell!

Official Result: Liz 'The Sexy Badger' Brunnell defeats 'Wild Thing' Katy-Jayne Paulson (Split Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Liz Brunnell thanks all her sponsors for backing her and then also thanks her family, friends, and supporters. The tournament over, the victorious Liz Brunnell says that she is glad that she ultimately came out on top. She gave a good performance, engaging with the crowd, and making herself look great.

Liz Brunnell Wins The CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

Liz Brunnell Wins A Spot In The Season 4 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

CO-MAIN EVENT

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Gina_Dixon.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Thea_Higgins.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Gina "The Vixen" Dixon (11-2, 1-1 CTC, Favorite: -110) vs. "Deadly T." Thea Higgins (10-2, Underdog: +100)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) The co-main event is up next. Gina 'The Vixen' Dixon squares off with 'Deadly T.' Thea Higgins in the CTC Womens Bantamweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Christina Shaw, Stewart Morecambe, and Johnny Beerbohm.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Higgins can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:40) Dixon wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:40) Higgins can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:34) Dixon gets hold of Higgins.
(Rd 1 - 09:24) Dixon hits Higgins with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 1 - 09:08) Dixon tries to use some dirty boxing, but Higgins uses her wrestling skills to smother her.
(Rd 1 - 08:49) Dixon uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Higgins as they grapple.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) Dixon is trying to muscle Higgins up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) Higgins doesn't let herself be driven back though.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Dixon hits Higgins with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 1 - 08:06) Dixon is trying to muscle Higgins up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:06) She does so and now has Higgins pinned to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:52) Higgins gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.
(Rd 1 - 07:42) Higgins gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 07:27) Higgins is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.
(Rd 1 - 07:20) Higgins takes a knee strike to the inside of her own knee.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Dixon attempts to throw an elbow, but Higgins tightens the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 06:57) Higgins scores with a few punches to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) Dixon smothers Higgins against the cage, then hits her with a knee strike to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 06:34) Dixon looks for an elbow strike, but Higgins works enough space that she can pull clear and circle out.
(Rd 1 - 06:09) Higgins hits a left jab and then catches Dixon with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 05:42) Higgins throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 05:37) Dixon seizes the chance and grabs Higgins into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 05:31) Dixon hits Higgins with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 1 - 05:18) Dixon uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Higgins.
(Rd 1 - 05:04) Dixon uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Higgins.
(Rd 1 - 04:44) Dixon uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Higgins as they grapple.
(Rd 1 - 04:30) Dixon uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Higgins.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) Dixon uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Higgins.
(Rd 1 - 04:00) Higgins tries to wriggle free, but Dixon controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
(Rd 1 - 03:44) Using her wrestling skills, Dixon is trying to push Higgins up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:44) Higgins out-wrestles her though.
(Rd 1 - 03:32) Higgins looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 03:32) Dixon cannot stop the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 03:32) The takedown allows Higgins to take the back of Dixon.
(Rd 1 - 03:17) Higgins increases her control by getting both hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 02:57) Higgins pounds away, Dixon is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!
(Rd 1 - 02:57) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 02:41) Thea Higgins takes the victory by way of TKO!

Official Result: 'Deadly T.' Thea Higgins defeats Gina 'The Vixen' Dixon (TKO (Strikes) in 7:19 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Thea Higgins gives a name-check to everyone at Lady Shiva's, all her various sponsors, then all her friends, family, and supporters. She is asked who she'd like to face in her next fight, and replies that she has a lot of respect for the skills a Sarah Vaughan, and that she thinks it'd be a great fight.

MAIN EVENT

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Sarah_Vaughan.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Gianna_Russo.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

"The Arizona Animal" Sarah Vaughan (16-3, 3-1 CTC, Favorite: -530) vs. "Glamourous G." Gianna Russo (9-2, 3-1 CTC, Underdog: +420)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Arizona Animal' Sarah Vaughan battles 'Glamourous G.' Gianna Russo in the CTC Womens Bantamweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Kenneth Capote.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Russo hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Vaughan lands a one-two.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) Vaughan hits a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) Russo hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) Russo misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Vaughan comes in with a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.
(Rd 1 - 08:09) Setting it up well, Vaughan shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:09) The takedown is successful, Russo pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Vaughan tries to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) She passes to half guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:36) Vaughan punches down at Russo, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 07:08) Russo looks ready to try and scramble, but Vaughan is quick to move to prevent that.
(Rd 1 - 06:57) Vaughan tries to pound on Russo, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 06:43) Russo tries to get full guard on Vaughan but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 06:31) Vaughan fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 06:07) Vaughan blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:55) Looking to catch her breath, Vaughan is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 05:36) Russo tries to get full guard on Vaughan but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 05:19) Vaughan attempts to pass half guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:19) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Russo tries to get back up.
(Rd 1 - 05:04) Vaughan is up first and quickly grabs Russo as she too stands up, getting back control.
(Rd 1 - 04:48) Grappling from behind, Vaughan attempts to pick Russo up and force her down to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 04:48) Vaughan doesn't even have to struggle, she swiftly takes Russo down with ease.
(Rd 1 - 04:36) Russo lands on her hands and knees with Vaughan on top.
(Rd 1 - 04:36) Vaughan fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.
(Rd 1 - 04:25) Vaughan pounds away and Russo eats a few big strikes.
(Rd 1 - 04:12) Taking advantage of a pause, Russo scrambles back up, but Vaughan gets back control.
(Rd 1 - 04:00) Vaughan looks for a trip takedown while holding Russo from behind.
(Rd 1 - 04:00) Russo shows stubborn resistance and Vaughan cannot complete the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 03:29) Russo struggles free of the back control of Vaughan and returns to the center.
(Rd 1 - 03:02) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.
(Rd 1 - 02:32) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 02:32) Russo counters a right hand with a nice left hand.
(Rd 1 - 02:17) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 02:00) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 02:00) Vaughan counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 01:36) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 01:36) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.
(Rd 1 - 01:36) Vaughan misses with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 01:36) Russo is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 01:13) Russo hits a left hand, but Vaughan evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 00:49) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:31) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!
(Rd 2 - 09:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 2 - 09:55) Vaughan can't hit a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 09:55) Russo doesn't connect with a left jab and also misses a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 09:38) They come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 09:38) Russo misses a big right hand, putting her off balance and allowing Vaughan to attack with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.
(Rd 2 - 09:16) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.
(Rd 2 - 08:54) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.
(Rd 2 - 08:20) They engage in the center.
(Rd 2 - 08:20) Russo misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a left jab and a good right hook.
(Rd 2 - 08:20) Russo appears to have suffered a gash under her eye.
(Rd 2 - 07:54) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 2 - 07:54) Russo misses with a big right hand, allowing Vaughan to counter with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 07:27) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 2 - 07:27) Russo is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 07:27) Vaughan lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 07:02) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 2 - 07:02) Russo uses a left jab but finds her right cross blocked.
(Rd 2 - 07:02) Vaughan hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 06:35) Russo moves in on Vaughan, preparing to throw.
(Rd 2 - 06:35) A tentative jab from Vaughan lands.
(Rd 2 - 06:35) Russo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Vaughan with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 2 - 06:16) Vaughan chooses to shoot in on Russo.
(Rd 2 - 06:16) Vaughan gets the takedown! Russo pulls guard.
(Rd 2 - 06:06) Vaughan begins trying to pass the guard.
(Rd 2 - 06:06) She can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.
(Rd 2 - 05:11) Russo wants to move to rubber guard mission control, but Vaughan keeps her at bay.
(Rd 2 - 04:58) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 2 - 04:58) Vaughan punches down at Russo, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 2 - 04:42) Russo moves to secure rubber guard, but cannot as Vaughan is fighting it too hard.
(Rd 2 - 04:24) Vaughan attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.
(Rd 2 - 04:24) Vaughan gets past, but Russo stops her at half guard.
(Rd 2 - 03:38) Vaughan punches down at Russo, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 2 - 03:08) Vaughan blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.
(Rd 2 - 02:50) Vaughan punches down at Russo, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 2 - 02:32) Russo tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Vaughan doesn't allow it.
(Rd 2 - 02:20) In half guard, Vaughan catches her breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 2 - 01:52) Vaughan blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.
(Rd 2 - 01:40) Vaughan fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 2 - 01:17) Vaughan blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.
(Rd 2 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 2 - 01:00) In half guard, Vaughan begins working to get side control.
(Rd 2 - 01:00) Russo comfortably blocks the attempt and keeps Vaughan in half guard.
(Rd 2 - 00:29) Vaughan blocks Russo as she tries a transition to full guard.
(Rd 2 - 00:17) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
(Rd 2 - 00:10) Russo throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Russo.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!
(Rd 3 - 09:50) They engage in the center.
(Rd 3 - 09:50) Vaughan misses with a big right hand, allowing Russo to counter with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked.
(Rd 3 - 09:22) Russo throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 3 - 09:04) They come together and strike.
(Rd 3 - 09:04) Russo misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Vaughan attacks with a quick left jab and a right hook.
(Rd 3 - 08:50) Vaughan is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 3 - 08:39) They come together and strike.
(Rd 3 - 08:39) Vaughan counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook.
(Rd 3 - 08:15) Russo throws a two-punch combo but Vaughan avoids both.
(Rd 3 - 08:01) Seizing the opportunity, Vaughan shoots.
(Rd 3 - 07:52) Russo almost got away but not quite; she is left hopping while Vaughan has hold of one leg.
(Rd 3 - 07:52) With Russo not going down, Vaughan settles for pushing her up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 07:40) Russo takes a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 3 - 07:32) Russo is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 07:32) They remain up against the cage for the next minute or so, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.
(Rd 3 - 06:35) Showing good control, Vaughan keeps Russo stuck against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 06:35) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.
(Rd 3 - 05:33) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Kenneth Capote brings them back to the center.
(Rd 3 - 05:33) Russo is still moving well, but she is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 3 - 05:24) Vaughan closes in on Russo, looking to unleash some strikes.
(Rd 3 - 05:24) Russo may have been aiming to get in close, but Vaughan aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 3 - 05:24) A jab lands from Vaughan, but Russo avoids a big right.
(Rd 3 - 05:06) Russo connects with a jab, but Vaughan avoids a big right.
(Rd 3 - 04:52) Vaughan gets hold of Russo.
(Rd 3 - 04:43) Vaughan is trying to muscle Russo up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:43) She does so and now has Russo pinned to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:30) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Vaughan is wearing Russo down by keeping her trapped up against the cage and forcing her to carry a lot of weight.
(Rd 3 - 04:30) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.
(Rd 3 - 03:37) Vaughan tries to maintain control, but Russo wrestles her way out of trouble and circles back to the center.
(Rd 3 - 03:20) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 3 - 03:20) Vaughan misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a good right hook.
(Rd 3 - 02:59) They come together and strike.
(Rd 3 - 02:59) Russo misses with a big right hand, allowing Vaughan to counter with a left cross.
(Rd 3 - 02:44) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 3 - 02:44) Vaughan misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right cross that just misses.
(Rd 3 - 02:20) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 3 - 02:20) Russo misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 01:54) Vaughan, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.
(Rd 3 - 01:54) She has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Russo has to pull guard.
(Rd 3 - 01:47) Russo is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Vaughan off of her.
(Rd 3 - 01:21) Vaughan is trying to pass guard.
(Rd 3 - 01:21) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Russo tries to get back up.
(Rd 3 - 01:09) As the scramble begins, Russo sees that Vaughan has left a leg in, and quickly tries to seize it.
(Rd 3 - 01:09) Vaughan avoids the threat of a leg lock and ends up in guard.
(Rd 3 - 01:09) That was a tactical mistake from Russo, by going for the leg she has left herself in a bad position.
(Rd 3 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 3 - 00:53) Vaughan throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that she can think.
(Rd 3 - 00:26) Russo tries to sweep Vaughan but can't do it.
(Rd 3 - 00:10) Russo is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Vaughan off of her.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

Round 4

(Rd 4 - 10:00) Round four begins!
(Rd 4 - 09:51) Russo comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.
(Rd 4 - 09:51) Vaughan lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 4 - 09:33) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.
(Rd 4 - 09:17) Vaughan can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then catches Russo with a right hook.
(Rd 4 - 09:11) Russo gets hold of Vaughan without taking too much damage.
(Rd 4 - 09:04) Russo looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.
(Rd 4 - 09:04) An excellent outside leg trip sees Vaughan get thrown to the mat and Russo has no problem getting side control.
(Rd 4 - 08:44) Russo tries to get into the mount position.
(Rd 4 - 08:44) Vaughan tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up her back.
(Rd 4 - 08:06) Russo tries to increase her control by getting both hooks in, but Vaughan blocks it.
(Rd 4 - 07:43) Vaughan tries a roll, but doesn't budge Russo.
(Rd 4 - 07:19) Russo increases her control by getting both hooks in.
(Rd 4 - 06:54) With both hooks in, Russo tries to flatten Vaughan out for the rear naked choke.
(Rd 4 - 06:54) Vaughan gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, she has to tap!
(Rd 4 - 06:32) By submission, the winner is Gianna Russo!

Official Result: 'Glamourous G.' Gianna Russo defeats 'The Arizona Animal' Sarah Vaughan (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:28 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Sarah Vaughan announces that this is her last MMA fight, as she has decided to retire.

Post-Fight: Gianna Russo gives a name-check to everyone at Montreal Fight Sciences, all her various sponsors, then all her friends, family, and supporters. She says she is glad to overcome the odds and that being the underdog helped motivate her.

Attendance: 2,539

Gate Reciepts: $459,432

Sponsorship: $61,233

Pay-Per-View: $113,529

Merchandise: $8,715

Fighter Pay: $126,079 (Highest Paid: Hisae Asahi, $13,740)

Drug Testing: $19,142

Production: $142,922

Profit: $345,766

Critical Rating: 75%

Commercial Rating: 53%

Fight of the Night: Hisae Asahi vs. Echiko Watanabe

KO of the Night: Olivia Sweet vs. Tracy Garcia

Submission of the Night: Gianna Russo vs. Sarah Vaughan

Performance Bonus: Hisae Asahi vs. Echiko Watanabe

News

- Sarah Vaughan announced her retirement today, ending a pioneering career that included winning Titles with WEFF, and XCC. She also participated in the CTC's first ever Womens Bantamweight Title Fight. She ends her career with a professional record of 16-4, 3-2 in the CTC including a second round submission victory over Helen Fox at CTC Sunday Night Fights 5, a first round submission victory over Monica Masters in the Quarter-Finals of the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament at Canadian Tournament Combat 19, a first round submission victory over Leona Deschanel in the Semi-Finals of the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament at Canadian Tournament Combat 24, a first round TKO loss to Pamela O'Neill in the first ever CTC Womens Bantamweight Title Fight at Canadian Tournament Combat 28, and a fourth round submission loss to Gianna Russo at CTC Sunday Night Fights 17.

- Cindy Dumas announced her retirement today. She ends her career with a professional record of 6-3, 0-2 in the CTC, including a first round TKO loss to Tiiu Kass at CTC Sunday Night Fights 5, and a first round submission loss to Grace Hughes at CTC Sunday Night Fights 17.

- The CTC announce that Monica Masters has been cut from the roster following three straight losses. She leaves the CTC with a promotional record of 0-3, including a first round TKO loss to Rain Richards at CTC Sunday Night Fights 5, a first round submission loss to Sarah Vaughan in the Quarter-Finals of the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament at Canadian Tournament Combat 19, and a second round submission loss to Taniko Uchiyama at CTC Sunday Night Fights 17.

CageRage · June 7, 2020

CTC Womens Bantamweight Rankings

#25. Olivia "Sugar" Sweet (10-5)

Olivia Sweet is a good kick boxer, who is known for her hard, sharp kicks. Almost entirely useless on the ground, as long as the fight remains standing she is a dangerous opponent.

CTC Record: 1-1

CTC Results:

1. Michelle Addams defeats Olivia Sweet by TKO (Strikes) at 5:44 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 5 (May 2002)

2. Olivia Sweet defeats Tracy Garcia by Knock Out (Kick) at 2:27 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 (May 2003)

#24. Setsuko Henmi (11-1)

A Muay Thai fighter, Setsuko Henmi is a promising raw talent who has decent strikes, and can end fights from the clinch, but who also lacks a ground game, and is vulnerable to powerful grapplers.

CTC Record: 1-0

CTC Results:

1. Setsuko Henmi defeats Simone King by Split Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 44 (February 2003)

#23. Rose Nessa (9-2)

England's Rose Nessa is a decent boxer who is known for her iron chin.

CTC Record: 1-1

CTC Results:

1. Hester Maclean defeats Rose Nessa by Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) CTC Sunday Night Fights 5 (May 2002)

2. Rose Nessa defeats Ruth Becker by TKO (Strikes) in 6:48 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 (May 2003)

#22. Junko Yamada (10-3)

A Karate fighter, Junko Yamada is at her best when she can stand and trade with an opponent.

CTC Record: 1-0

CTC Results:

1. Junko Yamada defeats Angelina Keiff by TKO (Strikes) in 8:17 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 48 (April 2003)

#21. "Wild Thing" Katy-Jayne Paulson (9-2)

Katy-Jayne Paulson is a young Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu student. She has undoubted raw talent, but needs to hone the weaker points of her MMA game, such as her sloppy stand-up.

CTC Record: 3-1

CTC Results:

1. Katy-Jayne Paulson defeats Tracy Garcia by Split Decision in 10:00 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) CTC Sunday Night Fights 5 (May 2002)

2. Katy-Jayne Paulson defeats Julita Poulin by TKO (Strikes) in 3:08 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 (May 2003)

This was a Quarter-Final in the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

3. Katy-Jayne Paulson defeats Denise Phelan by TKO (Strikes) in 2:11 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 (May 2003)

This was a Semi-Final in the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

4. Liz Brunnell defeats Katy-Jayne Paulson by Split Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 (May 2003)

This was the Final of the CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

#20. Saya Ikegami (11-2)

Saya Ikegami is a Karate fighter from Japan. An unorthodox striker, she likes to throw in surprising moves to keep her opponent off balance, and that usually makes for entertaining bouts.

CTC Record: 1-1

CTC Results:

1. Yutsuko Sasaki defeats Saya Ikegami by TKO (Strikes) in 2:09 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 27 (October 2002)

2. Saya Ikegami defeats Diana Marr by Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 (May 2003)

#19. Mizuki Watanabe (8-3)

A very solid and consistent wrestler, Mizuki Watanabe was the first ever KDM FC Womens champion.

CTC Record: 2-0

CTC Results:

1. Mizuki Watanabe defeats Romi Takahashi by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 8:16 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 26 (September 2002)

2. Mizuki Watanabe defeats Dorothy Gayle by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:45 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 37 (December 2002)

#18. Carmen "Snap Dragon" Routhwaite (8-1)

Carmen Routhwaite decided to enter MMA after doing well in kick boxing. Her strikes are crisp and precise, particularly her head kicks, but she is sorely lacking in other areas of MMA.

CTC Record: 1-0

CTC Results:

1. Carmen Routhwaite defeats Kaoru Nanami by TKO (Strikes) in 2:30 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 47 (April 2003)

#17. Yuya Shimizu (10-3)

Trained in Jeet Kune Do, Yuya Shimizu is a good creative striker who likes to use a lot of powerful kicks in her fights. At 5'10" she often has a reach advantage over her opponent, and she has become good at using that to pepper them with jabs and leg kicks while staying out of range.

CTC Record: 2-0

CTC Results:

1. Yuya Shimizu defeats Suzanne Elder by Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 28 (October 2002)

2. Yuya Shimizu defeats Emi Nagano by TKO (Strikes) in 0:53 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 (May 2003)

#16. "The Maryland Mauler" Helen Fox (8-3)

One of the most powerful competitors in womens MMA, Helen Fox likes to use her strength in conjunction with her wrestling skill to grind out results via smothering top control.

CTC Record: 1-2

CTC Results:

1. Sarah Vaughan defeats Helen Fox by Submission (Kimura) in 3:25 of Round 2 (Rated: Poor) CTC Sunday Night Fights 5 (May 2002)

2. Hester Maclean defeats Helen Fox by TKO (Strikes) in 2:26 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 19 (August 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Season 2 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

3. Helen Fox defeats Tiiu Kass by TKO (Strikes) in 8:38 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 (May 2003)

#15. "The Black Widow" Michelle Addams (11-5)

A very dangerous Muay Thai striker, Michelle Addams was involved in the very first regulated womens MMA fight in the USA, and therefore considered a trail blazer. Her brand of sharp kicks and devastating clinch work has quickly established her as one of the best female names in the sport.

CTC Record: 1-2

CTC Results:

1. Michelle Addams defeats Olivia Sweet by TKO (Strikes) in 5:44 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 5 (May 2002)

2. Pamela O'Neill defeats Michelle Addams by Submission (Guillotine) in 2:26 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 19 (August 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament

3. Leona Deschanel defeats Michelle Addams by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 8:30 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 35 (December 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the 2002 Winter Series Womens Bantamweight Tournament

#14. Samantha "The Predator" Sachs (12-4)

Small and powerful, the tank-like Samantha Sachs is an Australian Judoka. Her array of throws and trips are enough to put most opponents on the ground, and her submission skills are good enough that she can choke most people out once there.

CTC Record: 1-3

CTC Results:

1. Pamela O'Neill defeats Samantha Sachs by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:39 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) CTC Sunday Night Fights 5 (May 2002)

2. Samantha Sachs defeats Gina Dixon by Submission (Americana) in 6:44 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 19 (August 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament

3. Pamela O'Neill defeats Samantha Sachs by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:23 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 24 (September 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament

4. Hanae Maehata defeats Samantha Sachs by TKO (Strikes) in 9:33 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 35 (December 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the 2002 Winter Series Womens Bantamweight Tournament

#13. Gina "The Vixen" Dixon (11-3)

A strong grappler, Gina Dixon likes to keep close to her opponents where she can control them and grind out victories.

CTC Record: 1-2

CTC Results:

1. Gina Dixon defeats Serena Hill by TKO (Strikes) in 2:12 of Round 3 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 5 (May 2002)

2. Samantha Sachs defeats Gina Dixon by Submission (Americana) in 6:44 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 19 (August 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament

3. Thea Higgins defeats Gina Dixon by TKO (Strikes) in 7:19 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 (May 2003)

#12. Suzanne Elder (8-3)

A wrestler, Suzanne Elder combines solid grappling with great physical strength, allowing her to manhandle opponents. What she currently lacks is a decent stand-up game to compliment it.

CTC Record: 1-1

CTC Results:

1. Yuya Shimizu defeats Suzanne Elder by Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 28 (October 2002)

2. Suzanne Elder defeats Yutsuko Sasaki by TKO (Strikes) in 2:48 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 (Ma 2003)

#11. Maya Komagata (8-1)

A student of Karate, Maya Komagata is noted for her powerful kicks and elusive nature. She has a big vulnerability to grapplers though, being apparently clueless as to how to deal with them, although she has worked hard at that, and is getting a little better at dealing with it.

CTC Record: 1-1

CTC Results:

1. Leona Deschanel defeats Maya Komagata by TKO (Strikes) in 3:39 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 5 (May 2002)

2. Maya Komagata defeats Stella Massey by TKO (Strikes) in 4:09 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 31 (November 2002)

#10. Sayoko Ebisawa (10-1)

Sayoko Ebisawa is a legit black belt Jiu-Jitsu artist who has the skills to submit virtually any other woman in the world. If she could improve her mediocre stand-up, she would be even more of a force.

CTC Record: 2-1

CTC Results:

1. Sayoko Ebisawa defeats Ruth Becker by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:17 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 24 (September 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the Season 2 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

2. Sayoko Ebisawa defeats Gianna Russo by Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 28 (October 2002)

This was the Final of the Season 2 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

3. Pamela O'Neill defeats Sayoko Ebisawa by TKO (Strikes) in 8:39 of Round 1 (Rated: Fantastic) Canadian Tournament Combat 35 (December 2002)

This was a CTC Womens Bantamweight Title Fight

#9. "Colorado Rapid" Emma Birch (9-3)

A decent wrestler, Emma Birch likes to wear down opponents with her grappling before submitting them with basic moves like guillotines and armbars. She is noted for her endurance, which allows her to keep going at a good pace no matter how long the fight.

CTC Record: 1-0

CTC Results:

1. Emma Birch defeats Natassia Potocnik by TKO (Strikes) in 3:13 of Round 3 (Rated: Poor) Canadian Tournament Combat 45 (March 2003)

#8. Hester "The Slayer" Maclean (12-4)

Taught boxing by her father, former world boxing title contender "Dirty" Harry Maclean, Hester Maclean has some of the best hands in womens MMA. Her weakness is that as good as she is standing, she loses all her threat the minute she is taken down.

CTC Record: 2-1

CTC Results:

1. Hester Maclean defeats Rose Nessa by Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) CTC Sunday Night Fights 5 (May 2002)

2. Hester Maclean defeats Helen Fox by TKO (Strikes) in 2:26 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 19 (August 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Season 2 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

3. Gianna Russo defeats Hester Maclean by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:42 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) Canadian Tournament Combat 24 (September 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the Season 2 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

#7. Taniko Uchiyama (10-1)

A Jiu-Jitsu specialist, Taniko Uchiyama is known for her active guard and her extraordinary flexibility. She is capable of giving anyone problems on the ground, but her inability to offer a competent striking threat is a big weakness.

CTC Record: 2-0

CTC Results:

1. Taniko Uchiyama defeats Echiko Watanabe by Submission (Kimura) in 3:36 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 22 (August 2002)

2. Taniko Uchiyama defeats Monica Masters by Submission (Kimura) in 3:40 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 (May 2003)

#6. Hanae Maehata (9-3)

A tough striker from a Taekwondo background, the 5'11" Hanae Maehata likes to use her big kicks to batter opponents from range. Her lack of ground game is easily exploited though, and is holding her back from rising up the rankings.

CTC Record: 2-1

CTC Results:

1. Hanae Maehata defeats Lucia Pessoa by TKO (Strikes) in 1:26 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 20 (August 2002)

2. Hanae Maehata defeats Samantha Sachs by TKO (Strikes) in 9:33 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 35 (December 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the 2002 Winter Series Womens Bantamweight Tournament

3. Leona Deschanel defeats Hanae Maehata by TKO (Strikes) in 1:21 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 40 (January 2003)

This was the Final of the 2002 Winter Series Womens Bantamweight Tournament

#5. Rain "Storm" Richards (15-2)

One of the better strikers in Womens MMA, the Taekwondo fighter Rain Richards is known for her array of powerful and exciting kicks.

CTC Record: 2-1

CTC Results:

1. Rain Richards defeats Monica Masters by TKO (Strikes) in 7:58 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) CTC Sunday Night Fights 5 (May 2002)

2. Leona Deschanel defeats Rain Richards by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:13 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 19 (August 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament

3. Rain Richards defeats Serena Hill by TKO (Strikes) in 8:38 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 36 (December 2002)

#4. "Glamourous G." Gianna Russo (10-2)

Gianna Russo is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu student. Decent on the ground, and with an ever improving stand-up game, she is someone who can definately trouble any opponent.

CTC Record: 4-1

CTC Results:

1. Gianna Russo defeats Emiri Fueki by Submission (Kneebar) in 1:54 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 5 (May 2002)

2. Gianna Russo defeats Hisae Asahi by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 9:16 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 19 (August 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Season 2 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

3. Gianna Russo defeats Hester Maclean by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:42 of Round 2 (Rated: Fantastic) Canadian Tournament Combat 24 (September 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the Season 2 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

4. Sayoko Ebisawa defeats Gianna Russo by Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 28 (October 2002)

This was the Final of the Season 2 Womens Bantamweight Tournament

5. Gianna Russo defeats Sarah Vaughan by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:28 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 (May 2003)

#3. "Deadly T." Thea Higgins (11-2)

A ground and pound specialist, Thea Higgins has one of the best double leg takedowns in womens MMA, and it seems she can virtually take down anyone she wants, any time.

CTC Record: 1-0

CTC Results:

1. Thea Higgins defeats Gina Dixon by TKO (Strikes) in 7:19 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 17 (May 2003)

#2. Leona "Dizzy" Deschanel (11-2)

Leona Deschanel is a ground and pound specialist. She isn't a highly technical fighter, instead she likes to grapple, take down, and pummel her opponents in rapid fashion.

CTC Record: 4-2

CTC Results:

1. Leona Deschanel defeats Maya Komagata by TKO (Strikes) in 3:39 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) CTC Sunday Night Fights 5 (May 2002)

2. Leona Deschanel defeats Rain Richards by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:13 of Round 2 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 19 (August 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament

3. Sarah Vaughan defeats Leona Deschanel by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:58 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 24 (September 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament

4. Leona Deschanel defeats Michelle Adddams by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 8:30 of Round 3 (Rated: Decent) Canadian Tournament Combat 35 (December 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the 2002 Winter Series Womens Bantamweight Tournament

5. Leona Deschanel defeats Hanae Maehata by TKO (Strikes) in 1:21 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 40 (January 2003)

This was the Final of the 2002 Winter Series Womens Bantamweight Tournament

6. Pamela O'Neill defeats Leona Deschanel by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:08 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 48 (April 2003)

This was a CTC Womens Bantamweight Title Fight

#1. Pamela "The Truth" O'Neill (19-1, CTC Womens Bantamweight Champion)

Pamela O'Neill is one of the big stars of womens MMA. Coming from a family of martial artists, she grew up learning a number of different disciplines, and that versatility has made her one of the most well rounded fighters in the sport.

CTC Record: 6-0

CTC Results:

1. Pamela O'Neill defeats Samantha Sachs by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:39 of Round 1 (Rated: Decent) CTC Sunday Night Fights 5 (May 2002)

2. Pamela O'Neill defeats Michelle Addams by Submission (Guillotine) in 2:26 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 19 (August 2002)

This was a Quarter-Final in the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament

3. Pamela O'Neill defeats Samantha Sachs by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:23 of Round 4 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 24 (September 2002)

This was a Semi-Final in the Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament

4. Pamela O'Neill defeats Sarah Vaughan by TKO (Strikes) in 9:36 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 28 (OCtober 2002)

This was a CTC Womens Bantamweight Title Fight

5. Pamela O'Neill defeats Sayoko Ebisawa by TKO (Strikes) in 8:39 of Round 1 (Rated: Fantastic) Canadian Tournament Combat 35 (December 2002)

This was a CTC Womens Bantamweight Title Fight

6. Pamela O'Neill defeats Leona Deschanel by Knock Out (Punch) in 4:08 of Round 2 (Rated: Average) Canadian Tournament Combat 48 (April 2003)

This was a CTC Womens Bantamweight Title Fight

Unranked Fighters

Angelina Keiff (7-4, 0-1 CTC)

Chante Blais (0-2, 0-2 CTC)

Debra Everett (6-5, 1-2 CTC)

Denise Phelan (2-2, 1-2 CTC)

Diana England (3-2, 1-2 CTC)

Diana Marr (6-5, 0-2 CTC)

Dorothy Gayle (6-3, 0-2 CTC)

Echiko Watanabe (7-3, 0-2 CTC)

Emi Nagano (7-3, 0-1 CTC)

Grace Hughes (6-4, 3-1 CTC)

Hisae Asahi (4-1, 4-1 CTC)

Honor O'Neill (2-1, 2-1 CTC)

Jennie Gill (7-4, 0-1 CTC)

Julita Poulin (1-1, 1-1 CTC)

Kaoru Nanami (7-6, 0-1 CTC)

Katarzyna Wojciechowska (8-2, 1-1 CTC)

KT McManamara (4-1, 2-1 CTC)

Leonore Lefevre (0-2, 0-2 CTC)

Liz Brunnell (5-1, 4-1 CTC)

Lucia Pessoa (8-4, 1-2 CTC)

Machiko Fujii (7-2)

Natassia Potocnik (6-3, 0-1 CTC)

Romi Takahashi (6-1, 1-1 CTC)

Simone King (7-4, 0-1 CTC)

Stella Massey (11-3, 1-2 CTC)

Tammy Westenra (7-8, 0-2 CTC)

Tracy Garcia (6-3, 0-2 CTC)

Yoko Kobayashi (7-4, 0-1 CTC)

CageRage · June 7, 2020

CTC: Way of the Warrior, Season 2, Episode 9

Jamie_Barringtonb.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Mathieu_Aumont.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Jamie Barrington (Team John) vs. Mathieu Aumont (Team Watson)

Quarter-Final Fight: Mathieu Aumont defeats Jamie Barrington by Submission

There were some brilliantly entertaining sections with the cast

The highlight of the show was Fletcher Merman, who was highly entertaining throughout.

Schalk Rhodes and Marlon John really seemed to bond during this episode.

Fight Rating: Great, Episode Rating: Fantastic

Advancing To Semi-Finals: Mathieu Aumont (Team Watson)

CageRage · June 7, 2020

CTC50.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Canadian Tournament Combat 50

Friday, Week 2, May 2003

MAIN EVENT

2003 Spring Series Featherweight Tournament Semi-Final Bout: Masahiro Maeno (23-7, 1-1 CTC, Even: -110) vs. Snorri Gunnarsson (27-7-1NC, 1-1 CTC, Even: -110)

Masahiro Maeno is a submission fighter, who makes up for his lack of size with incredible tenacity and fine technical skills on the ground. His trademark has become leglocks, especially from scrambles, and so opponents have to be constantly aware. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Li-Kong Ho in the Finals of the 2002 Winter Series Featherweight Tournament. Snorri Gunnarsson is a high level grappler, who likes to either punish people from the clinch, or take them down and pound them into defeat with punches and elbows. He is coming off a third round submission loss to Li-Kong Ho in the Semi-Finals of the 2002 Winter Series Featherweight Tournament.

CO-MAIN EVENT

2003 Spring Series Super Heavyweight Tournament Semi-Final Bout: Hanley "The Great White" Polter (9-1, Even: -110) vs. Wally "The Giant" Bryant (7-1, 0-1 CTC, Even: -110)

Hanley Polter is a massive wrestler, with awesome strength to go with his grappling acumen. He is coming off a Majority Decision victory over Tarmo Lurich in GAMMA. Wally Bryant looks nothing like a pro fighter, but underestimating him would be a mistake. While his cardio and mobility are clearly a joke, he has a chin made of granite, packs a lot of power in his punches, and is so huge he is difficult to grapple. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Davey Rushton in his last fight.

MAIN CARD

2003 Spring Series Featherweight Tournament Semi-Final Bout: "Ice Cold" Lars Bohlin (52-9, 0-2 CTC, Favorite: -450) vs. Colm "The Celtic Warrior" Dee (16-5-1NC, 0-0-1NC CTC, Underdog: +350)

Lars Bohlin has found much success by sticking to his game plan, getting up close and personal, and grinding out results with his wrestling ability, and Wall and Stall tactics that he is widely held to be one of the pioneers of the technique. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Masahiro Maeno in the Semi-Finals of the 2002 Winter Series Featherweight Tournament. Colm Dee is a former boxer, and a fan favorite because of his exciting guts and glory approach to MMA. His ground game is his weakness, but he has developed a good sprawl to combat it. His loss to Jason Dalglish in his last fight was turned into a No Contest when Dalglish tested positive for a performance enhancing substance.

2003 Spring Series Super Heavyweight Tournament Semi-Final Bout: John-James McInleen (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Even: -110) vs. Moses Amokachi (3-0, Even: -110)

John-James McInleen is a huge hulking fighter, with some nasty ground and pound. Since his time as a semi-finalist on GAMMA: Clash of the Titans Season 1, he has become one of the most consistently dangerous fighters in his weight class. He is coming off a five round Unanimous Decision victory over Dwight Witherspoon in his CTC debut. Moses Amokachi is a huge, terrifyingly powerful Kenyan wrestler. He moved to the US when he was 12, and was a star wrestler in college. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Graham Goodbody in GAMMA.

Light Heavyweight Bout: Dag "The Viking" Kreuger (10-1, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -190) vs. Naozane "Big Baby" Yamaguchiya (11-1, Underdog: +150)

Dag Kreuger is a powerhouse wrestler, who uses his excellent takedowns to set up fight ending ground and pound. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Marcos Maciel in his last fight. Naozane Yamaguchiya is a powerful wrestler, with one thing on his mind, flatten his opponent with a takedown, then pound on him until the referee has to stop the fight. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Silvio Leite in ALPHA-1.

PRELIMINARY CARD

Womens Flyweight Bout: Daniela Sadorra (10-2, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -500) vs. Helena Broderick (9-3, 2-2 CTC, Underdog: +390)

Daniela Sadorra was one of the fastest rising stars in MMA before she came to the CTC, a dangerous striker, who is known for her amazing speed. Now she is coming off two straight losses, and could be looking for a job soon if she can't pull out a win. She is coming off a first round submission loss to Jessica Herbig in her last fight. Helena Broderick is a hard-hitting athlete, who is dangerous because of the power she has in her punches. She is sloppy, and one-dimensional, but she is always just one punch away from winning a fight. She is coming off a first round TKO victory over Jenny DeNeuve in her last fight.

Womens Featherweight Bout: Velvet Avery (1-2, 0-2 CTC, Favorite: -530) vs. Noel Tsay (0-1, Underdog: +420)

Velvet Avery is a fighter from a Taekwondo background. A solid technical striker, she doesn't really have the power or speed to be truly dangerous, but she does have the tools to wear down opponents over three rounds and get decision victories. She is coming off a second round knock out loss to Erin DiStefano in the Quarter-Finals of the Sunday Night Fights 11 Womens Featherweight Tournament. Noel Tsay is a Muay Thai striker, with good technical boxing, and some power in her high kicks. She is coming off a Split Decision loss to Mary Liu in KDM FC.

Bantamweight Bout: Webster Fittleworth (8-3, Favorite: -340) vs. Kin Wiriyaudomsiri (8-3, Underdog: +270)

Webster Fittleworth is a BJJ specialist, who is known for having a killer rear naked choke. He is coming off a third round TKO loss to John Hatter in XCC. Kim Wiriyaudomsiri is a wrestler who's real threat comes from his ability to control opponents with top control, and win via the scorecards. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Chen Tang in KDM FC.

Welterweight Bout: "Punchout" Charlot Gosselin (0-0, Favorite: -1200) vs. Anatole "Super Man" Lapointe (0-0, Underdog: +950)

Charlot Gosselin is a national calibre wrestler, who is good in a grapple, and likes to take opponents down, where he can finish with brutal ground and pound. Anatole Lapointe is a creative striker, and a well-rounded, if mediocre fighter.

Light Heavyweight Bout: Ryuji "Shogun" Ganaha (8-2, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Maelstrom" Roch Valentine (2-0, 2-0 CTC, Underdog: +950)

Ryuji Ganaha comes from a wrestling background, but has since trained hard to raise his all around MMA game. The result is a dangerous and versatile competitor who should go far. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Ruben Rua in his last fight. Roch Valentine is a Canadian competitor from a Muay Thai background. He is not a rounded fighter, and is dangerous because of the power in his hands. He is coming off a 36 second knock out victory over Deon Michaud in his last fight.

Super Heavyweight Bout: Stan "Rush" Still (9-8, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -230) vs. Vinnie "Biggie V" MacEntyre (4-5, 1-2 CTC, Underdog: +180)

Stan Still is a wrestler, a lumbering fighter who tends to experience big problems against anyone who uses a lot of movement. Not particularly good, his punching power is his saving grace. He is coming off a third round knock out loss to Benoit LeVoir in his last fight. Vinnie MacEntyre is an enormous fighter, who packs a whallop in his right hand. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Bahman Baboumian in his last fight.

Weigh-In Results

Masahiro Maeno (145 lbs) vs. Snorri Gunnarsson (145 lbs)

Hanley Polter (294 lbs) vs. Wally Bryant (290 lbs)

Lars Bohlin (145 lbs) vs. Colm Dee (145 lbs)

John-James McInleen (295 lbs) vs. Moses Amokachi (278 lbs)

Dag Kreuger (205 lbs) vs. Naozane Yamaguchiya (205 lbs)

Daniela Sadorra (125 lbs) vs. Helena Broderick (125 lbs)

Velvet Avery (145 lbs) vs. Noel Tsay (145 lbs)

Webster Fittleworth (136 lbs) vs. Kim Wiriyaudomsiri (135 lbs)

Charlot Gosselin (170 lbs) vs. Anatole Lapointe (170 lbs)

Ryuji Ganaha (205 lbs) vs. Roch Valentine (205 lbs)

Stan Still (275 lbs) vs. Vinnie MacEntyre (295 lbs)

TOURNAMENT BRACKETS

Canadian Tournament Combat 50 Full Fight Card

FW SF: Masahiro Maeno vs. Snorri Gunnarsson

SHW SF: Hanley Polter vs. Wally Bryant

FW SF: Lars Bohlin vs. Colm Dee

SHW SF: John-James McInleen vs. Moses Amokachi

LHW: Dag Kreuger vs. Naozane Yamaguchiya

WFLW: Daniela Sadorra vs. Helena Broderick

WFW: Velvet Avery vs. Noel Tsay

BW: Webster Fittleworth vs. Kim Wiriyaudomsiri

WW: Charlot Gosselin vs. Anatole Lapointe

LHW: Ryuji Ganaha vs. Roch Valentine

SHW: Stan Still vs. Vinnie MacEntyre

CageRage · June 8, 2020

<div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/1c6a6358-705c-48b8-b331-27d16a2059b8" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC50.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC50.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Friday, Week 2, May 2003</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Live From Calgary, Alberta</div> <div style="text-align:center;">PRELIMINARY CARD</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Stream Live on CTCombat.ca</div> <div style="text-align:center;">SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/9ce744c9-9049-4e67-acfc-292746fd6606" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Stan_Still.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Stan_Still.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/c25c7a8a-aea4-4940-a34e-54e445ddd8a2" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Vinnie_MacEntyre.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Vinnie_MacEntyre.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Stan "Rush" Still (9-8, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -230) vs. Vinnie "Biggie V" MacEntyre (4-5, 1-2 CTC, Underdog: +180)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) We open the prelims with Stan 'Rush' Still vs. Vinnie 'Biggie V' MacEntyre. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Stewart Morecambe, Benjamin Milligan III, and Johnny Beerbohm. (Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 10:00) Still doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd. (Rd 1 - 09:54) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 09:54) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit. (Rd 1 - 09:54) Still doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 09:54) MacEntyre is off target with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 09:32) Still comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes. (Rd 1 - 09:32) MacEntyre hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 09:32) Still throws a two-punch combo but MacEntyre avoids both. (Rd 1 - 09:06) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 08:40) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 08:40) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything. (Rd 1 - 08:40) Still tries a right hook but misses. (Rd 1 - 08:40) MacEntyre misses with a left jab and also misses a right hook. (Rd 1 - 08:16) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 08:16) MacEntyre misses with a big right hand, allowing Still to counter with a good right hook. (Rd 1 - 08:05) For the first time, MacEntyre is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 07:57) Still comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 07:57) MacEntyre hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 07:57) Still throws a two-punch combo but MacEntyre avoids both. (Rd 1 - 07:43) Still is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 1 - 07:38) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 07:38) MacEntyre misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Still attacks with a jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 07:22) MacEntyre appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 1 - 07:17) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 07:17) MacEntyre hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 07:17) Still lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 07:06) MacEntyre is breathing very hard. (Rd 1 - 06:53) Still, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 06:53) MacEntyre throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 06:30) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 06:30) MacEntyre lands a nice right hook. Still is off-target with a jab but lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 06:08) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 06:08) Still slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hand. (Rd 1 - 05:54) Still is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder. (Rd 1 - 05:47) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 05:47) Still has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 05:47) MacEntyre doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 05:23) Still comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 05:23) MacEntyre tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 05:23) Still throws a one-two, but MacEntyre was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 05:08) Breathing very hard, Still is looking ragged. (Rd 1 - 04:58) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 04:58) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:58) Still misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing MacEntyre to attack with a solid right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:43) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:43) Still is looking to muscle MacEntyre back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:43) MacEntyre ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:27) Still uses a vicious foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Still uses dirty boxing to punish MacEntyre while he is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 04:00) MacEntyre waits for Still to try and throw an elbow and quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage. (Rd 1 - 03:41) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 03:41) Still hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:41) MacEntyre hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 03:30) MacEntyre looks very, very tired. (Rd 1 - 03:30) Still backs off until pressed against the cage and covers up, clearly rocked! MacEntyre immediately advances, sensing that this is a chance to end the fight! (Rd 1 - 03:30) Still gets caught by a big right hook...and is out before he hits the ground! (Rd 1 - 03:26) By knock out, the winner is Vinnie MacEntyre! Official Result: Vinnie 'Biggie V' MacEntyre defeats Stan 'Rush' Still (Knock Out (Punch) in 6:34 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Vinnie MacEntyre name-checks all his sponsors, then thanks all the fans who turned out to support him. <div style="text-align:center;">LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/646cc8d9-820f-4990-8043-3d894c38ba36" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Ryuji_Ganaha.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Ryuji_Ganaha.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/b56a9dc4-3eff-4ff9-8fa8-83258fc15745" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="m_white_0008.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/m_white_0008.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Ryuji "Shogun" Ganaha (8-2, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Maelstrom" Roch Valentine (2-0, 2-0 CTC, Underdog: +950)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Ryuji 'Shogun' Ganaha vs. 'Maelstrom' Roch Valentine. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Leo Behan will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 09:50) There's a takedown attempt from Ganaha. (Rd 1 - 09:50) Ganaha has the takedown! Valentine pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 09:40) Ganaha keeps Valentine guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 09:23) Ganaha fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 1 - 09:03) Ganaha pounds away with lefts and Valentine is eating some heavy shots! (Rd 1 - 08:43) Ganaha tries to pass the half guard. (Rd 1 - 08:43) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 1 - 08:43) Valentine is really working hard on the ground to slow down Ganaha, he really had to work hard to get to side control. (Rd 1 - 07:33) Ganaha tries to ensnare Valentine in a kneebar. (Rd 1 - 07:33) Ganaha gets the kneebar, sinks it in deeply, and Valentine has to tap! (Rd 1 - 07:09) The winner, by submission; Ryuji Ganaha! Official Result: Ryuji 'Shogun' Ganaha defeats 'Maelstrom' Roch Valentine (Submission (Kneebar) in 2:51 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Giving thanks Ryuji Ganaha praises his team at J1 Circle, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he is still keen to get a fight with Ken Peters and that he hopes it'll get arranged soon. <div style="text-align:center;">WELTERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/7d848deb-d29b-4555-9b9f-379e72a61517" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="m_white_0100.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/m_white_0100.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/704c9dd1-242b-4436-bf31-f9710fc7d9b0" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="m_black_0029.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/m_black_0029.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">"Punchout" Charlot Gosselin (0-0, Favorite: -1200) vs. Anatole "Super Man" Lapointe (0-0, Underdog: +950)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; 'Punchout' Charlot Gosselin going head to head with Anatole 'Super Man' Lapointe. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Kenneth Capote. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 10:00) Lapointe deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start. (Rd 1 - 09:53) Lapointe throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 09:43) Gosselin seizes the chance and grabs Lapointe into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 09:35) Gosselin uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Lapointe. (Rd 1 - 09:23) Gosselin has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Lapointe to the ground. (Rd 1 - 09:23) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a Greco-Roman slam! He gets side control of it! (Rd 1 - 09:04) Gosselin begins trying to get himself into mount. (Rd 1 - 09:04) He is too good for Lapointe, and has mount. (Rd 1 - 08:30) Gosselin starts dropping heavy elbows, Lapointe is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 1 - 08:30) The referee jumps in quickly as Lapointe has gone out! (Rd 1 - 08:17) By knock out, the winner is Charlot Gosselin! Official Result: 'Punchout' Charlot Gosselin defeats Anatole 'Super Man' Lapointe (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:43 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Charlot Gosselin thanks his sponsors and all his fans. Charlot Gosselin says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. <div style="text-align:center;">BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/763fa6fe-2501-44f0-8c92-37768990c528" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Webster_Fittleworth.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Webster_Fittleworth.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/04dacdd2-8d96-4a10-8393-3e515976e508" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Kim_Wiriyaudomsiri.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Kim_Wiriyaudomsiri.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Webster Fittleworth (8-3, Favorite: -340) vs. Kim Wiriyaudomsiri (8-3, Underdog: +270)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up is a match in which Webster Fittleworth faces Kim Wiriyaudomsiri. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 09:45) Fittleworth steps in and grapples with his opponent. (Rd 1 - 09:25) Fittleworth looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 09:25) He trips Wiriyaudomsiri, sending him down! (Rd 1 - 09:25) Fittleworth takes the back of Wiriyaudomsiri directly off the takedown. (Rd 1 - 08:59) Fittleworth tries to put Wiriyaudomsiri in a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 08:59) Fittleworth flattens Wiriyaudomsiri out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 1 - 08:33) The winner, by submission; Webster Fittleworth! Official Result: Webster Fittleworth defeats Kim Wiriyaudomsiri (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:27 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Webster Fittleworth thanks his sponsors and all his fans. Webster Fittleworth says that he is happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. <div style="text-align:center;">WOMENS FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/4e1e46d6-94ec-487c-977a-af8c908ef2aa" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Velvet_Avery.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Velvet_Avery.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/0c13a3c4-22da-48df-8481-200cd318d4e1" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="f_asian_0050.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/f_asian_0050.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Velvet Avery (1-2, 0-2 CTC, Favorite: -530) vs. Noel Tsay (0-1, Underdog: +420)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Velvet Avery goes up against Noel Tsay. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 10:00) Tsay ignores the offer of a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:46) Tsay throws a punch but Avery was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 09:42) Avery quickly shoots on Tsay. (Rd 1 - 09:32) The takedown is completed, Tsay is on her back and pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 09:20) Avery is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 1 - 09:20) Avery shows her skill, slipping from half guard straight into a mount with minimum fuss. (Rd 1 - 08:30) Avery fires away with punches and Tsay takes several shots that threaten to end the fight! (Rd 1 - 08:19) Avery pounds away, landing several great shots that rock Tsay! (Rd 1 - 08:19) Referee Kyle Crisp jumps in and pulls Avery away! (Rd 1 - 08:07) Velvet Avery takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Velvet Avery defeats Noel Tsay (TKO (Strikes) in 1:53 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Velvet Avery name-checks all her sponsors, then thanks all her fans who turned out to support her. <div style="text-align:center;">WOMENS FLYWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/5f92a8d4-6b7e-45cc-a41e-9724483a19b7" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Daniela_Sadorra.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Daniela_Sadorra.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/9eec4b4a-086f-499c-8fdf-b258861139ea" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Helena_Broderick.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Helena_Broderick.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Daniela Sadorra (10-2, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -500) vs. Helena Broderick (9-3, 2-2 CTC, Underdog: +390)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Daniela Sadorra faces Helena Broderick in the CTC Womens Flyweight division. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:53) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 09:33) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 09:33) Sadorra is off target with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 09:33) Sadorra shows her good guard by absorbing a two punch flurry. (Rd 1 - 09:18) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 09:18) Broderick misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a good right hook. (Rd 1 - 09:03) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile. (Rd 1 - 08:46) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 08:46) Broderick misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 08:25) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 08:25) Sadorra dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook. (Rd 1 - 08:02) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 08:02) Sadorra hits a jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 08:02) Broderick connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 07:46) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 07:46) Sadorra doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook. (Rd 1 - 07:46) Broderick hits a left jab but finds her right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 07:28) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 07:28) Sadorra lands a left jab and also hits a glancing blow with a high kick. (Rd 1 - 07:28) Broderick lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 07:15) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 07:15) Sadorra slips past a right hook and counters with a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 1 - 06:58) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 06:36) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 06:36) Broderick scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 06:36) Showing her speed, Sadorra lands four quick punches. (Rd 1 - 06:14) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 06:14) Sadorra counters a right hand with a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 05:56) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 05:27) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 05:27) Sadorra misses with a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 05:27) Broderick has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 05:09) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 05:09) Sadorra slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Broderick doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Sadorra lands a left jab and also lands a spin kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 04:30) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Broderick misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Sadorra comes in with a low kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Sadorra dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 04:02) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 03:37) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Sadorra finds her right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Broderick has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 03:20) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Sadorra slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a quick kick. (Rd 1 - 02:58) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Sadorra misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Sadorra shows her good guard by absorbing a two punch flurry. (Rd 1 - 02:40) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 02:14) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Sadorra just about lands a head kick. Broderick is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 02:00) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:00) Broderick misses with a big right hand, allowing Sadorra to counter with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Broderick is off target with a left jab but scores with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Sadorra scores with a jab but fails on a leg kick attempt. (Rd 1 - 01:23) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Broderick lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 01:23) Sadorra scores with a jab but comes up short on a body kick. (Rd 1 - 01:15) For the first time, Broderick is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Barely able to walk now, the damage Broderick has taken to her legs has really taken its toll. (Rd 1 - 01:04) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Sadorra goes to the legs with a low kick. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Broderick is off target with a left jab but lands cleanly with a powerful straight right! (Rd 1 - 00:55) Sadorra is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Broderick quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Sadorra! (Rd 1 - 00:55) Broderick pounds away on Sadorra, landing several great shots that rock her! (Rd 1 - 00:55) With Sadorra taking a beating, referee Kyle Crisp has to stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 00:39) The winner, by TKO; Helena Broderick! Official Result: Helena Broderick defeats Daniela Sadorra (TKO (Strikes) in 9:21 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Helena Broderick thanks all her sponsors for backing her and then also thanks her family, friends, and supporters. Helena Broderick says that she knows that beating Daniela Sadorra is a big upset but that she always believed in herself. <div style="text-align:center;">MAIN CARD</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Broadcast Live On Tournament TV Around The World</div> <div style="text-align:center;">LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/d98db27d-16a4-4494-974d-a8cefe12c012" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Dag_Kreuger.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Dag_Kreuger.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/63bd5043-b30b-4b04-8526-8687356804f8" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Naozane_Yamaguchiya.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Naozane_Yamaguchiya.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Dag "The Viking" Kreuger (10-1, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -190) vs. Naozane Yamaguchiya (11-1, Underdog: +150)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) The main card opens with Dag 'The Viking' Kreuger facing Naozane 'Big Baby' Yamaguchiya. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Kenneth Capote will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 09:49) Yamaguchiya lands a weak, tentative jab. (Rd 1 - 09:49) Kreuger lands two right hands and then scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 09:49) Yamaguchiya looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 09:30) Kreuger lands two right hands, but Yamaguchiya evades a big left punch. (Rd 1 - 09:05) Two jabs hit home from Kreuger and then he scores with a left cross. (Rd 1 - 08:44) Kreuger lands a right hand and then lands a big left hand. (Rd 1 - 08:36) Yamaguchiya steps back and tries to cover up...I think he has been hurt! (Rd 1 - 08:36) Kreuger goes under the guard and floors Yamaguchiya with a left uppercut! (Rd 1 - 08:28) Kreuger quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Yamaguchiya! (Rd 1 - 08:28) Kreuger pounds away, Yamaguchiya is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 1 - 08:28) The referee pulls Kreuger away, stopping the fight! (Rd 1 - 08:12) Dag 'The Viking' Kreuger takes the win by TKO! Official Result: Dag 'The Viking' Kreuger defeats Naozane 'Big Baby' Yamaguchiya (TKO (Strikes) in 1:48 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Dag Kreuger thanks his sponsors and all his fans. <div style="text-align:center;">2003 SPRING SERIES SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/75efef23-7b1d-4f86-a57e-19e3b9769b3e" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="John_James_McInleen.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/John_James_McInleen.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/ab9d393b-636d-4a02-8568-5c2970471c3e" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Moses_Amokachi.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Moses_Amokachi.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">John-James McInleen (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Even -110) vs. Moses Amokachi (3-0, Even: -110)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on, John-James McInleen battles Moses Amokachi. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The winner moves on to the finals of the 2003 Spring Series Super Heavyweight Tourname tournament. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 10:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:46) Amokachi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits McInleen with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 09:46) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of McInleen. (Rd 1 - 09:26) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position. (Rd 1 - 09:26) Amokachi manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 09:17) Amokachi is looking to muscle McInleen back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 09:17) McInleen doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 1 - 08:50) McInleen tries to wrestle Amokachi backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:50) McInleen achieves it, pinning Amokachi to the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:34) McInleen tries to maintain control, but Amokachi wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that McInleen ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:06) Showing his ability to exert control, Amokachi smothers McInleen up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 08:06) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage. (Rd 1 - 06:59) Amokachi smothers McInleen against the cage and stomps down on his foot. (Rd 1 - 06:53) Amokachi uses a vicious foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 06:45) Amokachi leans all of his weight up against McInleen, pressing him against the cage. (Rd 1 - 06:45) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 1 - 05:40) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee separating them. (Rd 1 - 05:34) A jab lands from Amokachi, but McInleen evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 05:11) Amokachi shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 05:11) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard. (Rd 1 - 05:00) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Amokachi begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. (Rd 1 - 05:00) He passes straight to the mount. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Amokachi pounds away, McInleen is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 1 - 04:18) Referee Kenneth Capote jumps in and saves McInleen from taking any more shots! (Rd 1 - 04:00) By TKO, the winner is Moses Amokachi! (Rd 1 - 04:00) Moses Amokachi moves into the 2003 Spring Series Super Heavyweight Tourname tournament final! Official Result: Moses Amokachi defeats John-James McInleen (TKO (Strikes) in 6:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Moses Amokachi name-checks everyone involved with American Cage Fighters, then goes through his sponsors one by one. He then thanks God for inspiring him. Visibly delighted, Moses Amokachi celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. <div style="text-align:center;">2003 SPRING SERIES FEATHERWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/767e2344-d883-4ab0-941a-614936cf9f42" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Lars_Bohlin(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Lars_Bohlin(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/ae564978-a7c1-49a8-a1a1-1bdf1c10ba25" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Colm_Dee.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Colm_Dee.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">"Ice Cold" Lars Bohlin (52-9, 0-2 CTC, Favorite: -450) vs. Colm "The Celtic Warrior" Dee (16-5-1NC, 0-0-1NC, Underdog: +350)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up, 'Ice Cold' Lars Bohlin taking on Colm 'The Celtic Warrior' Dee. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The finals of the 2003 Spring Series Featherweight Tournament tournament await the winner. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Stewart Morecambe. (Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 10:00) Bohlin rather obviously ignores the offer to touch gloves to begin. (Rd 1 - 09:48) Dee lands a jab and then lands a vicious right cross! (Rd 1 - 09:48) Bohlin wobbles, then falls! (Rd 1 - 09:39) Dee senses victory and starts to unload with punches! (Rd 1 - 09:39) Dee unloads with massive right hands and Bohlin is getting destroyed! (Rd 1 - 09:39) Bohlin is out! The referee leaps in and stops the fight! (Rd 1 - 09:25) Colm 'The Celtic Warrior' Dee takes the win by knock out! (Rd 1 - 09:25) Colm Dee books a place in the 2003 Spring Series Featherweight Tournament tournament final! Official Result: Colm 'The Celtic Warrior' Dee defeats 'Ice Cold' Lars Bohlin (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:35 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Colm Dee thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says he demands a fight with Rafael Tavares. <div style="text-align:center;">CO-MAIN EVENT</div> <div style="text-align:center;">2003 SPRING SERIES SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/fbae5e2b-8608-46e9-b3c4-eb571b54cf27" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Hanley_Polter.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Hanley_Polter.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/a3c1f540-0511-4038-b4e8-305a69f50525" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Wally_Bryant.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Wally_Bryant.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Hanley "The Great White" Polter (9-1, Even: -110) vs. Wally "The Giant" Bryant (7-1, 0-1 CTC, Even: -110)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) The co-main event is up next. Hanley 'The Great White' Polter squares off with Wally 'The Giant' Bryant in the CTC Super Heavyweight division. (Rd 1 - 10:00) A place in the final of the 2003 Spring Series Super Heavyweight Tourname tournament is at stake. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Kenneth Capote is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our cageside judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Reginald Wodehouse. (Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 10:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:54) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position. (Rd 1 - 09:54) Bryant wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 09:46) Polter gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Bryant uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment. (Rd 1 - 09:30) Bryant looks to scoop his opponent up for a slam. (Rd 1 - 09:30) He gets Polter up! Bryant slams him down, ending up in side control. (Rd 1 - 09:17) Bryant pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage. (Rd 1 - 09:04) Polter tries to pull guard on Bryant but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 08:45) Bryant fires away with punches, but Polter deals with them fairly well. (Rd 1 - 08:27) Polter tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 08:12) Bryant pounds away and Polter eats a few big strikes. (Rd 1 - 07:52) Bryant pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Polter. (Rd 1 - 07:41) Polter tries to pull guard on Bryant but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 07:29) Bryant pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Polter. (Rd 1 - 07:15) Bryant blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 07:00) Bryant unloads with some right hands, but Polter deals with them comfortably. (Rd 1 - 06:46) Bryant blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 06:29) Bryant fires away with punches, but Polter deals with them fairly well. (Rd 1 - 06:14) Bryant blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 06:01) Bryant fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 05:49) Bryant is breathing very hard. (Rd 1 - 05:49) Bryant blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 05:38) Bryant tries to pound on Polter, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 1 - 05:19) Polter tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 05:03) Bryant pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Polter tries to pull guard on Bryant but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Bryant pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 1 - 04:14) Polter tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 04:01) Bryant pounds away, but Polter isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:43) Bryant blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 03:30) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 03:20) The two fighters clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Bryant is the aggressor in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 03:14) With control of the clinch, Bryant tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:14) Bryant can't get the takedown as Polter wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Clinched with Bryant, Polter looks to try and take him down. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Polter gets the takedown! Bryant pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:37) Polter looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 02:37) He passes to side control. (Rd 1 - 02:07) Polter throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 01:43) Bryant tries to move to guard, but Polter doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Polter is trying to move from side control to mount. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Bryant allows the mount attempt, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble. (Rd 1 - 01:15) The scramble leaves Bryant turtled up with Polter behind. (Rd 1 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Polter unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Polter pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots. (Rd 1 - 00:21) Polter pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Polter fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 2 - 10:00) Round two begins! (Rd 2 - 09:48) Coming forward, Polter is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple. (Rd 2 - 09:48) Bryant hits a left jab and then hits Polter with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 09:48) Polter looks to have been cut under his eye. (Rd 2 - 09:32) Bryant seems to be fighting against exhaustion. (Rd 2 - 09:20) Bryant aggressively moves in and grapples with Polter. (Rd 2 - 09:02) With control of the clinch, Bryant tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 2 - 09:02) Bryant doesn't get the takedown, Polter instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 2 - 08:36) Polter is trying to push Bryant so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 08:36) Bryant ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 08:22) It isn't pretty, but Polter has Bryant stuck up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 08:22) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 07:20) Polter tries to maintain control, but Bryant wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Polter ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 07:01) Bryant tries to smother Polter against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Bryant against the cage instead. (Rd 2 - 06:44) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 06:44) For the first time, Polter is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 06:29) The fighters get in close and clinch. (Rd 2 - 06:29) Bryant wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 2 - 06:22) Bryant is trying to push Polter so that his back is up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 06:22) Polter ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 06:07) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Polter. (Rd 2 - 06:07) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 2 - 06:07) The fight recommences! (Rd 2 - 05:56) Bryant can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 05:44) Bryant looks utterly exhausted, he has absolutely nothing left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 05:31) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Polter, but Bryant was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 05:31) A jab is wide from Bryant, but then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 2 - 05:16) Bryant looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 2 - 05:11) Bryant throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 05:03) Polter seizes the chance and grabs Bryant into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:57) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 2 - 04:57) Polter tries to wrestle Bryant backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:57) Polter does it, Bryant is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:39) Polter shows great control, keeping Bryant pressed against the cage. (Rd 2 - 04:39) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 2 - 03:30) Showing his ability to exert control, Polter smothers Bryant up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 03:30) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 2 - 02:26) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 2 - 02:26) Polter appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Polter appeared to be going for a takedown, but Bryant took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 02:16) Bryant can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Polter with a straight right. (Rd 2 - 02:16) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Polter. (Rd 2 - 01:54) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position. (Rd 2 - 01:54) Polter works his way to a dominant position. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Polter looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Polter doesn't get the takedown, Bryant instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 2 - 01:26) Polter is breathing very hard. (Rd 2 - 01:26) Bryant tries to wrestle Polter backward and up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:26) Bryant does it, Polter is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:11) In need of a breather, the exhausted Bryant smothers Polter against the cage. (Rd 2 - 01:11) They dirty box each other at that range for thirty seconds or so, but they're both looking tired and the strikes are weak. (Rd 2 - 00:28) Bryant tries to smother Polter against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Bryant against the cage instead. (Rd 2 - 00:03) It isn't pretty, but the fatigued Polter has Bryant stuck up against the cage. (Rd 2 - 00:03) They remain there for until the bell rings, taking deep breaths and occasionally staying active with some punches to the body. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Polter.</div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 3</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 3 - 10:00) And here we go, one last round! (Rd 3 - 09:48) Polter wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes. (Rd 3 - 09:48) A jab hits home from Bryant and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 09:31) Moving in fast, Bryant wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch. (Rd 3 - 09:20) Bryant tries to take Polter down. (Rd 3 - 09:20) Bryant can't get Polter down to the ground. (Rd 3 - 09:07) Clinched with Polter, Bryant looks to try and take him down. (Rd 3 - 09:07) Polter cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 3 - 08:50) Time slips away as Bryant successfully keeps Polter stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 08:10) Bryant tries to throw a slicing elbow, but misses. (Rd 3 - 08:01) Bryant doesn't allow Polter to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 3 - 07:55) Bryant lies on top of Polter, basically smothering him. (Rd 3 - 07:29) Bryant throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 3 - 07:00) Time slips away as Bryant successfully keeps Polter stuck against the ground. (Rd 3 - 06:30) Bryant throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 3 - 06:09) Polter tries to smother Bryant by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 3 - 06:02) With no progress being made, referee Kenneth Capote stands them back up. (Rd 3 - 05:48) Bryant looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 3 - 05:48) Polter appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Bryant took the initiative first. (Rd 3 - 05:48) Bryant connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 05:23) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Polter. (Rd 3 - 05:23) Polter couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Bryant hops in place on the other. (Rd 3 - 05:23) Unable to complete the takedown, Polter instead pushes Bryant up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 05:08) Polter presses Bryant up against the cage. Tired, he is starting to get deep into his gas tank. (Rd 3 - 05:08) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next sixty seconds as the two tired-looking fighters try to get their wind back. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Bryant, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that the tired-looking Polter is exerting. (Rd 3 - 04:01) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next sixty seconds as the two tired-looking fighters try to get their wind back. (Rd 3 - 02:50) Polter looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 02:50) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kenneth Capote restarts them back in the center. (Rd 3 - 02:42) Bryant lands a jab and then hits Polter with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 3 - 02:25) Bryant can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Polter with a right hook. (Rd 3 - 02:05) Polter may have been aiming to get in close, but Bryant aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 3 - 02:05) Bryant can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 3 - 01:47) Bryant lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 3 - 01:24) Bryant lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 3 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 3 - 00:58) Bryant throws a one-two, but Polter was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 00:47) Seizing the opportunity, Polter clinches. (Rd 3 - 00:40) Polter tries to wrestle Bryant backward and up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:40) Polter manages it and controls Bryant up against the cage. (Rd 3 - 00:22) Bryant, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that the exhausted-looking Polter is exerting. (Rd 3 - 00:22) To the annoyance of the crowd, the two exhausted fighters simply lean into each other in a sloppy clinch, trying to get their breath back, until the round comes to an end. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions. (Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Bryant. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Wally 'The Giant' Bryant! (Rd 3 - 00:00) Into the final of the 2003 Spring Series Super Heavyweight Tourname tournament goes Wally 'The Giant' Bryant! Official Result: Wally 'The Giant' Bryant defeats Hanley 'The Great White' Polter (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Wally Bryant name-checks all his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Wally Bryant gives a show of respect to his opponent. <div style="text-align:center;">MAIN EVENT</div> <div style="text-align:center;">2003 SPRING SERIES FEATHERWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/5466eeff-ec6f-4c31-8afe-a838bd0286ed" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Masahiro_Maeno.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Masahiro_Maeno.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/c402cca1-2770-43cc-a002-280034a24ea0" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Snorri_Gunnarsson.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Snorri_Gunnarsson.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Masahiro Maeno (23-7, 1-1 CTC, Even: -110) vs. Snorri Gunnarsson (27-7-1NC, 1-1 CTC, Even: -110)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="47325" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 10:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Masahiro Maeno squares off with Snorri Gunnarsson in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The winner moves on to the finals of the 2003 Spring Series Featherweight Tournament tournament. (Rd 1 - 10:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Stewart Morecambe, and Benjamin Milligan III. (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 10:00) There's a noticeable lack of the usual touching of gloves to begin with. (Rd 1 - 09:47) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 09:47) Maeno aggressively gets to a dominant position. (Rd 1 - 09:41) Maeno looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 09:41) A great inside leg trip sees Gunnarsson get thrown to the mat and Maeno is left in guard. (Rd 1 - 09:27) Maeno tries to push apart the guard, maybe thinking of trying to isolate a leg. (Rd 1 - 09:27) Gunnarsson keeps his guard tight. (Rd 1 - 08:58) Maeno blocks Gunnarsson as he tries a sweep from the guard. (Rd 1 - 08:39) Maeno tries to loosen the guard, possibly thinking about a leglock. (Rd 1 - 08:39) Loosening the guard, Maeno is able to secure a leglock, Gunnarsson has to tap! (Rd 1 - 08:06) Masahiro Maeno takes the victory by way of submission! (Rd 1 - 08:06) Masahiro Maeno books a place in the 2003 Spring Series Featherweight Tournament tournament final! Official Result: Masahiro Maeno defeats Snorri Gunnarsson (Submission (Leglock) in 1:54 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Masahiro Maeno thanks his sponsors and all his fans. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Philip Ziskie will be the next fighter that he will defeat. <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/e0b40638-d706-4440-8cd2-b22a4255b293" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC50_Results.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC50_Results.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/43b8d0a7-666d-4ae6-9ff4-76d8df90e36a/p/4551c70c-f1cf-446c-bb16-df1166d92d5e" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC50_Prelim_Results.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC50_Prelim_Results.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a> Attendance: 933 Gate Reciepts: $129,314 Sponsorship: $56,570 Ad Revenue: $1,074,700 Merchandise: $8,315 Fighter Pay: $93,048 (Highest Paid: Masahiro Maeno, $21,480) Drug Testing: $12,386 Production: $64,472 Profit: $1,098,993 Critical Rating: 70% Commercial Rating: 49% Fight of the Night: Masahiro Maeno vs. Snorri Gunnarsson KO of the Night: Colm Dee vs. Lars Bohlin Submission of the Night: Masahiro Maeno vs. Snorri Gunnarsson UPDATED TOURNAMENT BRACKETS <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7878fe2e-fa5b-47c7-98eb-38867f1be5a6/p/ea795cf5-3434-4c44-a174-e3e0411d931a" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="2003_Spring_Series_Featherweight_Tournament_Finals.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/2003_Spring_Series_Featherweight_Tournament_Finals.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7878fe2e-fa5b-47c7-98eb-38867f1be5a6/p/dc8fa2be-a0be-4d5c-95f8-d0450442dd21" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="2003_Spring_Series_Super_Heavyweight_Tournament_Finals.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/2003_Spring_Series_Super_Heavyweight_Tournament_Finals.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a> News - The CTC announce that Daniela Sadorra has been cut from the roster after three straight losses. She leaves the CTC with a promotional record 1-3, including a first round knock out victory over Leslie Myers at CTC Sunday Night Fights 8, a Unanimous Decision loss to April Watson in the Semi-Finals of the 2002 Winter Series Womens Flyweight Tournament at Canadian Tournament Combat 30, a first round submission loss to Jessica Herbig in the Quarter-Finals of the Season 3 Womens Flyweight Tournament at Canadian Tournament Combat 39, and a first round TKO loss to Helena Broderick at Canadian Tournament Combat 50. - The CTC announce that Lars Bohlin has been cut from the roster following three consecutive losses. He leaves the CTC with a promotional record 0-3, including a second round knock out loss to Philip Ziskie in the Quarter-Finals of the Featherweight Championship Tournament at Canadian Tournament Combat 19, a first round submission loss to Masahiro Maeno in the Semi-Finals of the 2002 Winter Series Featherweight Tournament at Canadian Tournament Combat 34, and a first round knock out loss to Colm Dee in the Semi-Finals of the 2003 Spring Series Featherweight Tournament at Canadian Tournament Combat 50.

CageRage · June 8, 2020

<div style="text-align:center;">CTC: Way of the Warrior, Season 2, Episode 10</div>

<div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/c507f5b9-615c-4dbc-992b-1a7b0d723fdc/p/2e311339-5726-41a8-aa48-a4e8544a3005" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Antonio_Santos.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Antonio_Santos.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/c507f5b9-615c-4dbc-992b-1a7b0d723fdc/p/0e50ed7a-c8e3-4b37-9b4e-23fa7931d298" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Amir_Ahmedb.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Amir_Ahmedb.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Antonio Santos (Team John) vs. Amir Ahmed (Team Watson)</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Quarter-Final Bout: Antonio Santos defeats Amir Ahmed by Unanimous Decision</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Some brilliantly entertaining antics with the cast</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Fletcher Merman really shone in this episode, he's an entertaining character</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Fight Rating: Decent, Episode Rating: Fantastic</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Advancing To Semi-Finals: Mathieu Aumont (Team Watson), Antonio Santos (Team John)</div>

CageRage · June 8, 2020

<div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/e6e75fa1-72f9-4293-9ded-b215474b8391/p/381e09e1-9cb4-4247-b3a6-1f2d8def662f" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC51.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC51.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Canadian Tournament Combat 51</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Friday, Week 3, May 2003</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">MAIN EVENT</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">2003 Spring Series Welterweight Tournament Semi-Final Bout: "Dangerous" Darin Blood (18-6, Favorite: -400) vs. Evgeni Medtner (28-9, 2-1 CTC, Underdog: +300)</div>

Darin Blood is a dangerous striker who combines elements of traditional boxing, Muay Thai, and street fighting, and is also a handful on the ground. This versatility makes him one of the most difficult Welterweight fighters to take on. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Lloyd McAllister in GAMMA. Evgeni Medtner is a true all-rounder who was amongst the first in the sport to develope skills in striking, grappling, and on the ground. A very tough opponent for anyone, Medtner has the skills to beat anyone on his day. He is coming off a third round submission loss to Josh Aldarisio in the Final of the 2002 Winter Series Welterweight Tournament.

<div style="text-align:center;">CO-MAIN EVENT</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">2003 Spring Series Welterweight Tournament Semi-Final Bout: Jens "Battery" Halle (19-4, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +350) vs. "The Strategist" Rufus Stephens (20-5, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -500)</div>

Jens Halle is not a subtle fighter, as his nickname suggests, he has only one mode of attack, and that is to come forward with fists flying. He is a difficult fighter to take on because of this awkward style, even more so once you take into account that his iron chin makes him all but impervious to strikes. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Callum Henson in his last fight. Rufus Stephens is a thinking man's MMA fighter, a master of tactical thinking who is well known for the exhaustive research he does on opponents before fights. He is one of the best Greco-Roman wrestlers in the business, and was one of the first to really show how a top quality clinch game could be used to dominate fights. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Simon Vine in their coaches fight on the Way of the Warrior Season 1 Finale.

<div style="text-align:center;">2003 Spring Series Womens Bantamweight Tournament Semi-Final Bout: Rain "Storm" Richards (15-2, 2-1 CTC, Favorite: -160) vs. Mizuki Watanabe (8-3, 2-0 CTC, Underdog: +120)</div>

Rain Richards is one of the better strikers in Womens MMA, a Taekwondo striker known for her array of powerful, and exciting kicks. She is coming off a first round TKO victory over Serena Hill in her last fight. Mizuki Watanabe is a solid and consistent wrestler, with good takedowns, and suffocating top control. She is coming off a first round submission victory over Dorothy Gayle in her last fight.

<div style="text-align:center;">2003 Spring Series Womens Bantamweight Tournament Semi-Final Bout: Hanae Maehata (9-3, 2-1 CTC, Underdog: +510) vs. Sayoko Ebisawa (10-1, 2-1 CTC, Favorite: -650)</div>

Hanae Maehata is a tough striker from a Taekwondo background. She is 5'11", and likes to use her big kicks to batter opponents from range. She is coming off a first round TKO loss to Leona Deschanel in the Final of the 2002 Winter Series Womens Bantamweight Tournament. Sayoko Ebisawa is a legit black belt in Jiu-Jitsu, who has the skills to submit virtually any other women in the world. She is coming off a first round TKO loss to Pamela O'Neill in her bid to challenge for the CTC Womens Bantamweight Title.

<div style="text-align:center;">Womens Lightweight Bout: Fioretta "Cannon" Barry (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -190) vs. Haley Lovebond (5-1, 2-1 CTC, Underdog: +150)</div>

Fioretta Barry is from a wrestling background, and is known for trying to mentally break opponents by subjecting them to constant takedowns. She comes into the CTC off the back of winning the first season of Way of the Warrior. She is coming off a first round TKO victory over Yolanda Bernier at the Way of the Warrior Season 1 Finale. Haley Lovebond is a wrestler, always in great shape and boasting enviable physical strength, she bullies opponents into submission. She is coming off a first round TKO victory over Pascala Turner in her last fight.

<div style="text-align:center;">PRELIMINARY CARD</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Middleweight Bout: Bill "The Marine" Brown (9-2, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -390) vs. Joey "Hands" Valdez (12-1, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +310)</div>

Bill Brown is physically imposing, and might be the best pure athlete in MMA. On top of his physical gifts, he is a good wrestler, and an extremely dangerous predator on the ground, where he can comfortably finish with either brutal ground and pound, or slick submissions. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Sutton Ripley in his last fight. Joey Valdez is an excellent boxer, who has the power and speed to give anyone on the planet problems. His big weakness is his ground game, but his under-rated wrestling and takedown defence means that few get to test it. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Thorbjorn Rekdal in his last fight.

<div style="text-align:center;">Welterweight Bout: "The Truck Man" Truck Gleeson (26-8-1NC, Favorite: -890) vs. Vjekoslav "Cro Con" Sarich (8-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +710)</div>

Truck Gleeson is a veteran tough-as-nails kickboxing competitor who has a dangerous striking game built around his natural fight-stopping power. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Sean Morrison in GAMMA. Vjekoslav Sarich is a vicious striker, who is noted for his heavy hands. He is at his most dangerous in wild fist fights, where his iron jaw means he is more than happy to stand and bang with reckless abandon. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Jonathan Huang in the Quarter-Finals of the Season 2 Welterweight Tournament.

<div style="text-align:center;">Super Heavyweight Bout: Leonard "Straight Shooter" Caron (0-1, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -580) vs. "The Monkey" Romain Perry (0-1, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +460)</div>

Leonard Caron is a Canadian competitor, from a Kung Fu background, where he was a highly respected national competitor. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Clovis Leon in his last fight. Romain Perry is a Canadian competitor from a kick boxing background. He has massive power in his fists, and brutal ground and pound. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Herbert Beaulieu in his last fight.

<div style="text-align:center;">Lightweight Bout: Jazz "The Lionheart" Snide (6-1, 3-1 CTC, Favorite: -760) vs. Urlington Rogers (10-8, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +600)</div>

Jazz Snide is well known for causing trouble and controversy. People know him more for his controversial personality, then his well rounded MMA game. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Manoel Cabral in a CTC Lightweight Title Fight. Urlington Rogers is a freestyle wrestler, who can cause a few problems with his takedowns, and top control, but doesn't have much else in his locker. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Geffrey Nadeau in his last fight.

<div style="text-align:center;">Featherweight Bout: Freddy "The Ax" Lomax (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Favorite: -990) vs. Etienne "Left-Winger" Morin (2-0, 2-0 CTC, Underdog: +790)</div>

Freddy Lomax is a versatile fighter who is competent in nearly every aspect of MMA. However, while he is good at everything, he is not great at anything, and that flaw may be exposed against top class opposition. He is coming off a third round submission victory over Ilya Fedorov in her last fight. Etienne Morin is a Mixed Martial artist, known more for his striking, and work from the Thai clinch, but has some proficiency in just about everything. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Jason Caulfiend in his last fight.

<div style="text-align:center;">Bantamweight Bout: "Radical" Ray Bellinger (11-4-1, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +110) vs. Kameo Oya (4-1, 1-1 CTC, Favorite: -150)</div>

Ray Bellinger is a ground and pound specialist, who likes to blitz opponents with a barrage of punches. He is coming off a third round TKO loss to D'Arcy Spode in his last fight. Kameo Oya combines good wrestling, with dangereouly powerful punches. Known for his hyper-aggressive approach to fighting, many feel Oya could develope into one of the best Bantamweights on the planet. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Newton Reis in his last fight.

Weigh-In Results

Darin Blood (170 lbs) vs. Evgeni Medtner (170 lbs)

Jens Halle (170 lbs) vs. Rufus Stephens (170 lbs)

Rain Richards (135 lbs) vs. Mizuki Watanabe (135 lbs)

Hanae Maehata (135 lbs) vs. Sayoko Ebisawa (135 lbs)

Fioretta Barry (155 lbs) vs. Haley Lovebond (155 lbs)

Bill Brown (185 lbs) vs. Joey Valdez (185 lbs)

Truck Gleeson (170 lbs) vs. Vjekoslav Sarich (170 lbs)

Leonard Caron (272 lbs) vs. Romain Perry (296 lbs)

Jazz Snide (155 lbs) vs. Urlington Rogers (155 lbs)

Freddy Lomax (145 lbs) vs. Etienne Mercier (145 lbs)

Ray Bellinger (135 lbs) vs. Kameo Oya (135 lbs)

TOURNAMENT BRACKETS

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7878fe2e-fa5b-47c7-98eb-38867f1be5a6/p/017298df-28f7-456f-8802-7d4b3a7d4a91" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="2003_Spring_Series_Welterweight_Tournament.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/2003_Spring_Series_Welterweight_Tournament.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7878fe2e-fa5b-47c7-98eb-38867f1be5a6/p/b75b04e3-c660-4112-957a-4c4dee80dfb0" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="2003_Spring_Series_Womens_Bantamweight_Tournament.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/2003_Spring_Series_Womens_Bantamweight_Tournament.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>

Canadian Tournament Combat 51 Full Fight Card

WW SF: Darin Blood vs. Evgeni Mendtner

WW SF: Jens Halle vs. Rufus Stephens

WBW SF: Rain Richards vs. Mizuki Watanabe

WBW SF: Hanae Maehata vs. Sayoko Ebisawa

WLW: Fioretta Barry vs. Haley Lovebond

MW: Bill Brown vs. Joey Valdez

WW: Truck Gleeson vs. Vjekoslav Sarich

SHW: Leonard Caron vs. Romain Perry

LW: Jazz Snide vs. Urlington Rogers

FW: Freddy Lomax vs. Etienne Mercier

BW: Ray Bellinger vs. Kameo Oya

CageRage · June 9, 2020

CTC51.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Friday, Week 3, May 2003

Live From Mooose Jaw, Saskatchewan

PRELIMINARY CARD

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

Ray_Bellinger.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Kameo_Oya.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

"Radical" Ray Belinger (11-4-1, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +110) vs. Kameo Oya (4-1, 1-1 CTC, Favorite: -150)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our first prelim fight is up next, in which 'Radical' Ray Bellinger takes on Kameo Oya.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Marianne Froth, and Johnny Beerbohm.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Oya doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Oya comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Bellinger hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Oya uses a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) Bellinger hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) Oya hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:13) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:13) Bellinger lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 09:13) Oya lands a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) Retreating until backed against the cage, Bellinger looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! He is covering up as best as he can, but is vulnerable!
(Rd 1 - 09:01) Bellinger gets caught by a big right hook...and is out before he hits the ground!
(Rd 1 - 08:52) By knock out, the winner is Kameo Oya!

Official Result: Kameo Oya defeats 'Radical' Ray Bellinger (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:08 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Kameo Oya thanks his sponsors and all his fans. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Newton Reis, saying he'll destroy him. He gave a good performance, engaging the crowd and making himself look great.

FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT

Freddy_Lomax.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

m_white_0132.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Freddy "The Ax" Lomax (9-0, 2-0 CTC, Favorite: -990) vs. Etienne "Left-Winger" Mercier (2-0, 2-0 CTC, Underdog: +790)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up, Freddy 'The Ax' Lomax going up against Etienne 'Left-Winger' Mercier.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our judges are: Marianne Froth, Johnny Beerbohm, and Ian Rivers.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Mercier comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Lomax hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Mercier throws some strikes and a kick to the body, but Lomax avoids them all.
(Rd 1 - 09:32) Mercier comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 09:32) Lomax throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:32) Mercier throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 1 - 09:16) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:16) Lomax slips past a left hook and counters with a left jab and a right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:02) Mercier immediately covers up and tries to retreat, I think that he is dazed!
(Rd 1 - 09:02) A brutal right hand sends Mercier staggering backward! He stumbles and crashes down to the floor!
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Lomax moves in quickly, kneeling beside Mercier and starting to hammer down with punches!
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Lomax pounds away on Mercier, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Referee Kyle Crisp jumps in and saves Mercier from taking any more shots!
(Rd 1 - 08:45) The winner, by TKO, is Freddy 'The Ax' Lomax!

Official Result: Freddy 'The Ax' Lomax defeats Etienne 'Left-Winger' Mercier (TKO (Strikes) in 1:15 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Freddy Lomax thanks his sponsors and all his fans.

LIGHTWEIGHT BOUT

Jazz_Snide.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Urlington_Rogers.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Jazz "The Lionheart" Snide (6-1, 3-1 CTC, Favorite: -760) vs. Urlington Rogers (10-8, 0-2 CTC, Underdog: +600)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Jazz 'The Lionheart' Snide battles Urlington Rogers.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Kenneth Capote will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Marianne Froth, Johnny Beerbohm, and Ian Rivers.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) An offer to touch gloves is completely ignored by Snide.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Snide forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Rogers fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) A jab hits home from Snide and then he scores with a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) Snide moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) Snide misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a head kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 09:24) Snide attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:24) Rogers fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 09:24) Snide uses a right jab but his big left hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:12) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 08:46) Rogers moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.
(Rd 1 - 08:46) Snide connects with a nice jab and then hits Rogers with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 08:33) Snide steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 08:33) Rogers fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 08:33) A jab is wide from Snide, but then he catches Rogers with a low kick to the front leg.
(Rd 1 - 08:19) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 1 - 07:48) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 07:30) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 07:08) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 06:48) Snide lands a right hand and then scores with a left cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 06:29) It looked like we were about to see Rogers try and get some grappling started, but Snide was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 06:29) Snide can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 06:13) Snide can't connect with a jab, but then hits Rogers with a beauty of a straight left.
(Rd 1 - 06:06) Retreating until backed against the cage, Rogers looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! He is covering up as best as he can, but is vulnerable!
(Rd 1 - 06:06) Snide smashes Rogers with a big left hand through the guard! Rogers can do nothing but try and cover up!
(Rd 1 - 05:59) Rogers can't cover up well enough and gets clocked with a left hand to the side of the head and goes down hard!
(Rd 1 - 05:51) Snide moves in quickly to try and finish Rogers with stomps and kicks!
(Rd 1 - 05:51) Incredibly, Rogers holds on and survives an arsenal of stomps and kicks!
(Rd 1 - 05:30) Snide tries to come in and secure a ground position.
(Rd 1 - 05:30) Rogers tries to get free, but Snide is able to secure side control.
(Rd 1 - 05:15) Snide fires away and manages to connect with two or three heavy shots that rock Rogers!
(Rd 1 - 05:04) Snide pounds away with lefts, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Rogers.
(Rd 1 - 04:52) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 1 - 04:52) Snide tries to pound on Rogers, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 04:37) Rogers tries to pull guard on Snide but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 04:19) Snide pounds away, but Rogers calmly deals with them.
(Rd 1 - 04:02) Rogers tries to pull guard on Snide but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 03:49) Snide tries to pound on Rogers, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 03:30) Snide blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:12) Snide unloads with some left hands, but Rogers deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 1 - 02:56) Rogers brings his legs in to trap Snide in half guard.
(Rd 1 - 02:44) Snide tries to pound on Rogers, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 02:28) Rogers works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.
(Rd 1 - 02:28) There wasn't enough separation though, Snide is able to catch him and secure side control.
(Rd 1 - 02:12) Snide tries to pound on Rogers, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 02:01) Snide blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:50) Snide pounds away, but Rogers calmly deals with them.
(Rd 1 - 01:34) Rogers tries to pull guard on Snide but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 01:21) Snide fires away with punches, but Rogers doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 1 - 01:01) Snide blocks Rogers as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:44) Snide pounds away, but Rogers calmly deals with them.
(Rd 1 - 00:28) Snide blocks Rogers as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:08) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!
(Rd 2 - 09:53) Snide steps in and looks to unleash.
(Rd 2 - 09:53) Showing good hand speed, Snide lands a flurry of three punches and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Rogers.
(Rd 2 - 09:42) Rogers limps slightly as he circles.
(Rd 2 - 09:27) Rogers looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Snide simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 09:27) Snide lands a jab and then lands a vicious left cross!
(Rd 2 - 09:27) Rogers hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!
(Rd 2 - 09:21) Snide senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!
(Rd 2 - 09:21) Snide stomps and kicks away at the stunned Rogers but can't put him away!
(Rd 2 - 08:56) Rogers makes Snide step back by throwing a vicious up-kick.
(Rd 2 - 08:42) Rogers makes Snide step back by throwing a vicious up-kick.
(Rd 2 - 08:22) Rogers makes Snide step back by throwing a vicious up-kick.
(Rd 2 - 08:03) Rogers tries to connect with an up-kick, but it just makes Snide step back.
(Rd 2 - 07:51) Snide goes for a flying stomp!
(Rd 2 - 07:51) Snide doesn't hit the target, and the miss allows Rogers to try and scramble.
(Rd 2 - 07:34) Rogers is up first and quickly grabs Snide, pushing him up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 07:21) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Rogers keeps Snide stuck against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 07:21) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.
(Rd 2 - 06:11) Unable to get free, Snide is smothered up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 06:11) The next thirty seconds becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.
(Rd 2 - 05:32) Rogers tries to keep him up against the cage, but Snide works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 05:17) Snide is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 2 - 05:10) A jab is wide from Snide, but then he lands a left hand.
(Rd 2 - 05:07) Snide lets fly with a verbal barrage of trash talk.
(Rd 2 - 05:01) Snide fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard.
(Rd 2 - 04:58) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 2 - 04:50) Snide can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross.
(Rd 2 - 04:50) It looks like Rogers has been cut under the eye.
(Rd 2 - 04:35) Rogers wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking.
(Rd 2 - 04:35) Snide fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Rogers with a straight left.
(Rd 2 - 04:26) Snide fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Rogers with a left hook.
(Rd 2 - 04:16) Rogers had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 04:16) Snide tries to go to the body with a sharp hook but is off-target.
(Rd 2 - 04:04) Rogers looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Snide simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 04:04) Snide lands a right hand and then catches Rogers with a low kick to the front leg.
(Rd 2 - 03:42) Snide lands a right hand and then hits Rogers with a leg kick.
(Rd 2 - 03:22) Snide lands a jab and then scores with a left cross that landed hard.
(Rd 2 - 03:14) Snide can be heard trash talking as the two fighters circle.
(Rd 2 - 03:09) A jab hits home from Snide and then he lands a low kick to the legs.
(Rd 2 - 02:58) Snide talks a little trash.
(Rd 2 - 02:50) Moving around, Rogers is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.
(Rd 2 - 02:50) Snide can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a left cross.
(Rd 2 - 02:32) Rogers looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Snide simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 02:32) Snide can't connect with a jab, but then lands a left hand.
(Rd 2 - 02:28) Limping quite noticeably, Rogers is definitely feeling the damage to his legs.
(Rd 2 - 02:20) Snide lands a jab and then hits Rogers with a beauty of a straight left.
(Rd 2 - 02:10) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Rogers.
(Rd 2 - 02:10) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue.
(Rd 2 - 02:10) The fight recommences!
(Rd 2 - 02:10) Snide is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.
(Rd 2 - 02:04) Snide can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice straight left.
(Rd 2 - 01:49) Rogers looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.
(Rd 2 - 01:49) Snide can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs.
(Rd 2 - 01:23) Snide confidently comes in closer.
(Rd 2 - 01:23) Rogers may have been aiming to get in close, but Snide aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 01:23) Snide can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Rogers with a crunching left hook.
(Rd 2 - 01:07) Snide throws a punch but Rogers was equal to it.
(Rd 2 - 01:03) Rogers seizes the chance and grabs Snide into a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
(Rd 2 - 00:55) Rogers tries to wrestle Snide backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 00:55) Rogers does it, Snide is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 00:36) An ugly but effective tactic, Rogers is pressing Snide up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.
(Rd 2 - 00:36) The next thirty seconds or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!
(Rd 3 - 09:52) Rogers appeared to be going for a takedown, but Snide took the initiative first.
(Rd 3 - 09:52) Snide hits a right jab and then catches Rogers with a crunching left hook.
(Rd 3 - 09:44) Retreating until backed against the cage, Rogers looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! He is covering up as best as he can, but is vulnerable!
(Rd 3 - 09:44) Rogers eats a left hook and is barely able to stand anymore! The cage is the only reason he is still upright!
(Rd 3 - 09:44) Referee Kenneth Capote jumps in and saves Rogers from taking any more shots!
(Rd 3 - 09:40) The winner, by TKO; Jazz Snide!

Official Result: Jazz 'The Lionheart' Snide defeats Urlington Rogers (TKO (Strikes) in 0:20 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Jazz Snide thanks all his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks all his family, friends, and supporters. The interviewer asks who he'd be interested in fighting next, and he replies that it's a shame that Xavi Castellejo is too much of a coward to face him because otherwise that'd be a great fight. This is a charismatic performance from a very good talker.

SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT

m_white_0171.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

m_white_0156.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Leonard "Straight Shooter" Caron (0-1, 0-1 CTC, Favorite: -580) vs. "The Monkey" Romain Perry (0-1, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +460)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Leonard 'Straight Shooter' Caron battling 'The Monkey' Romain Perry.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Christian Maugham.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Ian Rivers, and Reginald Wodehouse.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Caron is facing a major size disadvantage in this fight, he is probably giving up at least 20lbs. That may be decisive.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Caron lands a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Perry hits a jab and also lands a powerful right hook!
(Rd 1 - 09:41) Caron collapses, that shot knocked him out!
(Rd 1 - 09:41) The winner, by knock out; Romain Perry!

Official Result: 'The Monkey' Romain Perry defeats Leonard 'Straight Shooter' Caron (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:19 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Romain Perry thanks his sponsors and all his fans. Talking about causing such an upset, Romain Perry says that being labeled a heavy underdog hurt his pride and helped spur him on in the fight. He knows exactly how to handle these sorts of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself.

WELTERWEIGHT BOUT

Truck_Gleeson.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Vjekoslav_Sarich.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

"The Truck Man" Truck Gleeson (26-9-1NC, Favorite: -890) vs. Vjekoslav "Cro Con" Sarich (8-1, 1-1 CTC, Underdog: +710)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Truck Man' Truck Gleeson competes against Vjekoslav 'Cro Con' Sarich.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Christian Maugham.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Marianne Froth, and Johnny Beerbohm.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Gleeson deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Sarich counters a body shot with a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 09:34) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:34) Gleeson dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a stinging right high kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:24) That last blow may have really hurt Sarich, he staggers backward looking dazed!
(Rd 1 - 09:24) Gleeson pounces and smashes Sarich with a big right hand! Down he goes!
(Rd 1 - 09:11) Gleeson starts pounding away on Sarich, looking to finish him off!
(Rd 1 - 09:11) Gleeson pounds away with right hands and Sarich is having trouble doing anything about it!
(Rd 1 - 09:11) Referee Christian Maugham pulls Gleeson away, stopping the fight!
(Rd 1 - 08:51) By TKO, the winner is Truck Gleeson!

Official Result: 'The Truck Man' Truck Gleeson defeats Vjekoslav 'Cro Con' Sarich (TKO (Strikes) in 1:09 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Truck Gleeson gives a name-check to everyone at Animal House, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He physically grabs the microphone and proceeds to issue a challenge to Rich Robinson, saying that he'll destroy him.

MIDDLEWEIGHT BOUT

Bill_Brown.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Joey_Valdez.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Bill "The Marine" Brown (9-2, 1-2 CTC, Favorite: -390) vs. Joey "Hands" Valdez (12-1, 0-1 CTC, Underdog: +310)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Bill 'The Marine' Brown squares off with Joey 'Hands' Valdez in the CTC Middleweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges for this bout are: Millhouse Twain, Marianne Froth, and Johnny Beerbohm.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) They touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:50) Valdez comes in fast and lands four quick punches and then lands a left hand to the body.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) Brown misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Valdez attacks with quick jabs that are followed by an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) Brown steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) Valdez fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:34) Brown warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.
(Rd 1 - 08:34) Valdez lands one of three quick punches but Brown avoids a big left.
(Rd 1 - 08:08) Valdez moves in behind four quick punches, three of them finding a home, but his big left hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 07:38) Valdez comes in with a flurry of four quick punches, landing one of them, but Brown evades a big left punch.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Brown misses with a big right hand, allowing Valdez to counter with a pair of right jabs that are followed by a powerful left hook!
(Rd 1 - 06:58) Brown hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!
(Rd 1 - 06:58) Valdez quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Brown!
(Rd 1 - 06:58) Valdez pounds away with lefts, Brown is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face!
(Rd 1 - 06:58) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 06:44) The winner, by TKO, is Joey 'Hands' Valdez!

Official Result: Joey 'Hands' Valdez defeats Bill 'The Marine' Brown (TKO (Strikes) in 3:16 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Joey Valdez gives a name-check to everyone at Camp Ortega, all his various sponsors, and all his family, friends, and supporters. Joey Valdez has a lot of natural charisma, and that shines in these sorts of settings.

MAIN CARD

Broadcast Live On Tournament TV Around The World

WOMENS LIGHTWEIGHT BOUT

f_white_0087.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Haley_Lovebond.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Fioretta "Cannon" Barry (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -190) vs. Haley Lovebond (5-1, 2-1 CTC, Underdog: +150)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) The main card opens with Floretta 'Cannon' Barry going head to head with Haley Lovebond.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Marianne Froth, Johnny Beerbohm, and Ian Rivers.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Showing great speed, Barry shoots in on Lovebond.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Lovebond is left on her back pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:43) Barry lies on top of Lovebond, basically smothering her.
(Rd 1 - 09:16) Barry drops three elbows but does minimal damage.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) Lovebond tries to sweep Barry.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) An elevator sweep succeeds in unbalancing Barry and results in the fighters scrambling for position.
(Rd 1 - 08:42) Lovebond scrambles to her feet, but Barry grabs her from behind.
(Rd 1 - 08:23) Controlling Lovebond from behind, Barry tries to take her over with a german suplex!
(Rd 1 - 08:23) Lovebond gets blasted into the canvas with a beautiful german suplex!
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Barry winds up on top of her turtled-up opponent, holding her around the waist.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Barry pounds away with lefts, but Lovebond covers up and only a couple manage to get through.
(Rd 1 - 07:58) Barry tries to pound on Lovebond, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Lovebond scrambles for position.
(Rd 1 - 07:29) Lovebond ends up in half guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:14) Lovebond throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that she can catch her breath.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) Lovebond begins trying to get her leg free of half guard and get a better position.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) She passes to side control.
(Rd 1 - 06:27) Lovebond pounds away on Barry but can't land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Lovebond blocks Barry as she tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:54) Lovebond unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Barry.
(Rd 1 - 05:38) Lovebond pounds away, but Barry isn't troubled by the strikes.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) Barry tries to pull guard on Lovebond but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 05:04) Lovebond unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.
(Rd 1 - 04:46) Lovebond pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 04:27) Lovebond blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 04:14) Lovebond fires away with punches, but Barry doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) Barry tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Lovebond pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Barry.
(Rd 1 - 03:21) Lovebond blocks Barry as she tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:03) Lovebond begins trying to get herself into a mount.
(Rd 1 - 03:03) She loses her control momentarily as she tries the mount and a scramble begins.
(Rd 1 - 02:48) The scramble results in Lovebond being on her back pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) Barry tries to cut Lovebond with a slicing elbow, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) Barry blocks an attempted sweep.
(Rd 1 - 02:13) Lovebond is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Barry off of her.
(Rd 1 - 01:38) Barry tries to cut Lovebond with a slicing elbow, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 01:29) Barry blocks Lovebond as she tries a sweep from the guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:11) Barry throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 00:46) Barry fires away with elbows but Lovebond doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:34) Lovebond tries to sweep Barry but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 00:14) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
(Rd 1 - 00:03) Barry confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 00:03) A punch from Barry fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!
(Rd 2 - 09:46) Barry may have been setting up to shoot, but Lovebond aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 09:46) Lovebond can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Barry with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 09:17) Lovebond moves in and clinches.
(Rd 2 - 09:03) Lovebond is looking to muscle Barry back against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:03) Lovebond achieves it, pinning Barry to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:43) Showing her ability to grind down opponents, Lovebond is keeping Barry pressed up tightly against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:43) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.
(Rd 2 - 07:34) Lovebond looks to try and maintain control via her wrestling skills, but Barry proves too good and manages to turn them around so that she is in the dominant position.
(Rd 2 - 07:05) Barry looks to try and maintain control via her wrestling skills, but Lovebond proves too good and manages to turn them around so that she is in the dominant position.
(Rd 2 - 06:42) Showing her ability to control opponents, Lovebond smothers Barry against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 06:42) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.
(Rd 2 - 05:31) With no progress being made, the referee separates them.
(Rd 2 - 05:22) Barry chooses to shoot in on Lovebond.
(Rd 2 - 05:22) Barry gets a single leg takedown! Lovebond pulls guard off it.
(Rd 2 - 05:09) Barry tries to pound away with elbows but does minimal damage.
(Rd 2 - 04:58) Lovebond tries to sweep Barry but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 2 - 04:42) Barry throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 2 - 04:15) Lovebond tries to sweep Barry but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 2 - 03:59) Time slips away as Barry successfully keeps Lovebond stuck against the ground.
(Rd 2 - 03:31) Barry throws a quick elbow, but it doesn't connect.
(Rd 2 - 03:22) Barry blocks Lovebond as she tries a sweep from the guard.
(Rd 2 - 03:04) Barry tries a slicing elbow strike, but Lovebond deflects it.
(Rd 2 - 02:51) Lovebond tries to catch Barry with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 2 - 02:36) Barry throws a few weak-looking punches as she decides on her next move.
(Rd 2 - 02:06) Lovebond tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Barry.
(Rd 2 - 01:53) Time slips away as Barry successfully keeps Lovebond stuck against the ground.
(Rd 2 - 01:20) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp stands them back up.
(Rd 2 - 01:20) Barry is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 2 - 01:09) Lovebond fails to find a home for her jab, but then hits Barry with a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 00:48) A punch from Lovebond fails to land.
(Rd 2 - 00:43) Barry takes the chance and grabs Lovebond into a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 00:35) Barry is trying to push Lovebond so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 00:35) Barry can't do it though, Lovebond defended it well.
(Rd 2 - 00:21) Barry attempts to pick Lovebond up for a slam.
(Rd 2 - 00:21) Lovebond defends it well though, and slips away from Barry.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!
(Rd 3 - 09:54) Lovebond fails to find a home for her jab, but then catches Barry with a right hook.
(Rd 3 - 09:30) Barry chooses to shoot in on Lovebond.
(Rd 3 - 09:30) Barry gets the takedown! Lovebond pulls guard.
(Rd 3 - 09:30) That's four takedowns from five attempts.
(Rd 3 - 09:24) Barry throws a fast elbow strike to the head, scoring with a glancing blow.
(Rd 3 - 09:13) Lovebond goes for the sweep from the bottom of the guard.
(Rd 3 - 09:13) Lovebond sweeps Barry over, breaking guard, and they both end up scrambling back to their feet.
(Rd 3 - 08:59) Lovebond is still moving well, but she is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 3 - 08:50) Barry appeared to be going for a takedown, but Lovebond took the initiative first.
(Rd 3 - 08:50) A jab hits home from Lovebond and then she scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 3 - 08:22) Lovebond throws a one-two, but Barry was equal to it.
(Rd 3 - 07:57) Lovebond steps in and works her way to a dominant position in the clinch.
(Rd 3 - 07:43) Using her wrestling skills, Lovebond is trying to push Barry up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 07:43) Lovebond manages it and controls Barry up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 07:32) Lovebond looks to try and maintain control via her wrestling skills, but Barry proves too good and manages to turn them around so that she is in the dominant position.
(Rd 3 - 07:05) Lovebond lands a few quick punches to the side of the head.
(Rd 3 - 06:50) Lovebond wrestles back against Barry, turning her around so that she now has her back to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 06:21) Barry, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Lovebond is exerting.
(Rd 3 - 06:21) They exchange short punches to the body for about half a minute.
(Rd 3 - 05:38) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center.
(Rd 3 - 05:24) Stepping in, Lovebond aggressively get a dominant clinch position.
(Rd 3 - 05:12) Lovebond is looking to muscle Barry back against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 05:12) Barry doesn't let herself be driven back though.
(Rd 3 - 04:59) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 3 - 04:59) Barry is trying to muscle Lovebond up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:59) Barry achieves it, pinning Lovebond to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:40) Showing good control, Barry keeps Lovebond stuck against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:40) The gruelling grappling contest continues for about the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.
(Rd 3 - 03:52) Barry keeps Lovebond up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 3 - 03:44) Lovebond goes to the ribs, then the head, with short punches.
(Rd 3 - 03:29) Lovebond takes a sharp stomp to the foot.
(Rd 3 - 03:23) Lovebond takes a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 3 - 03:10) Showing her ability to control opponents, Barry simply smothers Lovebond against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 03:10) Thirty seconds elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.
(Rd 3 - 02:36) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center.
(Rd 3 - 02:28) Barry chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Lovebond down.
(Rd 3 - 02:28) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Lovebond pulling guard.
(Rd 3 - 02:21) Barry lands a glancing elbow strike on Lovebond.
(Rd 3 - 02:21) It looks like Lovebond has been cut under the eye.
(Rd 3 - 02:09) Lovebond tries a sweep from the guard.
(Rd 3 - 02:09) The sweep is partially successful, at least in unbalancing Barry, and suddenly there's a wild scramble for position as both fighters look for an advantage.
(Rd 3 - 01:50) Lovebond is up first and quickly grabs Barry as she too stands up, getting back control.
(Rd 3 - 01:34) Lovebond releases Barry and backs away.
(Rd 3 - 01:29) Barry appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, her hands are starting to lower just a fraction.
(Rd 3 - 01:17) Lovebond hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 3 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 3 - 00:56) Moving in fast, Lovebond wrestles her way to a dominant position in the clinch.
(Rd 3 - 00:38) Lovebond is trying to muscle Barry up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 00:38) She does so and now has Barry pinned to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 00:25) Barry is trapped up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 00:25) The rest of the round sees them simply engaging in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges have given Lovebond the win.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Haley Lovebond!

Official Result: Haley Lovebond defeats Floretta 'Cannon' Barry (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Haley Lovebond thanks everyone connected to Impact MMA for helping her prepare for this fight, than her sponsors for supporting her financially. The interview itself wasn't that great, but she is so photogenic that just being on camera boosts her profile.

2003 SPRING SERIES WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT

Hanae_Maehata(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Sayoko_Ebisawa(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Hanae Maehata (9-3, 2-1 CTC, Underdog: +510) vs. Sayoko Ebisawa (10-1, 2-1 CTC, Favorite: -650)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Another match is about to begin; Hanae Maehata battling Sayoko Ebisawa.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) A spot in the finals of the 2003 Spring Series Womens Bantamweight Tourna tournament is up for grabs.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The referee is Christian Maugham.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Marianne Froth, and Johnny Beerbohm.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We don't get a touch of gloves to start.
(Rd 1 - 09:50) Ebisawa comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 09:50) Maehata hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 09:50) Ebisawa connects with a jab but her big left hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:34) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:34) Maehata misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Ebisawa comes in with a jab and a left cross that just misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:13) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:13) Maehata uses a left jab but fails to land a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:13) Ebisawa lands a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:50) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:50) Ebisawa slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 08:31) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Maehata misses with a big right hand, allowing Ebisawa to counter with a quick right jab and a left hook that is avoided at the last second.
(Rd 1 - 07:51) Ebisawa shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 07:51) The takedown is successful, Maehata pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:45) Ebisawa begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
(Rd 1 - 07:45) She manages to pass, but only to half guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:00) Ebisawa begins trying to get her leg free of half guard and get a better position.
(Rd 1 - 07:00) Ebisawa is too skilled for Maehata, passing half guard and gaining side control.
(Rd 1 - 07:00) Maehata made it as hard as possible to get out of half guard, Ebisawa struggled to make that pass.
(Rd 1 - 06:15) Ebisawa tries to lock Maehata in a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 06:15) Maehata defends herself well and is in no danger.
(Rd 1 - 05:48) Ebisawa starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.
(Rd 1 - 05:48) Maehata tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up her back.
(Rd 1 - 05:07) Ebisawa tries to get both hooks in, but can't quite manage it.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) Maehata attempts to turn over.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) Maehata turns Ebisawa over and gets free, they both end up scrambling back to their feet.
(Rd 1 - 04:24) Ebisawa comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 04:24) Maehata fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 04:24) Ebisawa lands a right jab but Maehata avoids a big left.
(Rd 1 - 04:05) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 03:31) Ebisawa chooses to shoot in on Maehata.
(Rd 1 - 03:31) Maehata stops the takedown with a great sprawl. She steps away to safety.
(Rd 1 - 03:12) Ebisawa steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 03:12) Maehata manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 03:12) A jab is wide from Ebisawa, but then she hits Maehata with a straight left.
(Rd 1 - 02:55) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 02:33) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 01:58) Ebisawa shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 01:58) Maehata gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:58) That's her second takedown.
(Rd 1 - 01:42) Ebisawa begins trying to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:42) She passes to half guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:57) Ebisawa looks to get past the half guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:57) Ebisawa gains side control after getting her leg free from half guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) We are back underway!
(Rd 2 - 09:49) They come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 09:49) Ebisawa misses with a right jab but hits a left hand.
(Rd 2 - 09:49) Maehata scores with a left kick to the body.
(Rd 2 - 09:32) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 2 - 09:07) Ebisawa may have been setting up to shoot, but Maehata aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 09:07) A jab hits home from Maehata and then she catches Ebisawa with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 09:07) Blood is visible on Ebisawa, a strike appears to to have opened up a nasty cut on the scalp.
(Rd 2 - 08:49) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 08:49) Ebisawa misses a left cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Maehata comes in with a stiff head kick that finds its mark!
(Rd 2 - 08:34) Ebisawa hits the mat, that shot has rocked her!
(Rd 2 - 08:34) Maehata senses victory and starts to unload with punches!
(Rd 2 - 08:34) Maehata unloads with some right hands, but Ebisawa deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 2 - 08:21) Maehata throws a few right hands as she takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 2 - 07:51) Ebisawa brings her legs in to trap Maehata in half guard.
(Rd 2 - 07:39) Maehata fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 2 - 07:14) Ebisawa takes the opportunity to transition from half guard to full guard.
(Rd 2 - 06:57) Maehata uses a quick shoulder smash.
(Rd 2 - 06:49) Ebisawa attempts to secure an arm.
(Rd 2 - 06:49) Ebisawa gets an armbar fully applied and forces the tap out!
(Rd 2 - 06:31) The winner, by submission, is Sayoko Ebisawa!
(Rd 2 - 06:31) Sayoko Ebisawa books a place in the 2003 Spring Series Womens Bantamweight Tourna tournament final!

Official Result: Sayoko Ebisawa defeats Hanae Maehata (Submission (Armbar) in 3:29 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

Post-Fight: Sayoko Ebisawa thanks her sponsors and all her fans. Asked who she wants next, she says she demands a fight with Emma Birch. Sayoko Ebisawa sold herself well in this interview, she is someone who gets how this business works.

2003 SPRING SERIES WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT

Rain_Richards(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Mizuki_Watanabe(1).gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Rain "Storm" Richards (15-2, 2-1 CTC, Favorite: -160) vs. Mizuki Watanabe (8-3, 2-0 CTC, Underdog: +120)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Next up, Rain 'Storm' Richards fighting Mizuki Watanabe.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The winner will advance to the final of the 2003 Spring Series Womens Bantamweight Tourna tournament.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Marianne Froth, Johnny Beerbohm, and Ian Rivers.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Richards hits a left jab and then hits a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) Richards connects with a nice jab and then scores with a lovely right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:16) That last hit did some damage, Watanabe is trying to cover up but is clearly hurt! She looks dazed and unsteady!
(Rd 1 - 09:16) Richards throws a vicious right uppercut to try and finish Watanabe, but she is just able to step back avoid it.
(Rd 1 - 09:09) Having apparently cleared her head, Watanabe is able to get out of trouble and return to the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) Richards connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 08:39) Richards lands a left hand and then lands a spinning back kick to the chest.
(Rd 1 - 08:23) Richards lands a left hand and then hits a spin kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 08:00) Richards connects with a nice jab and then catches Watanabe with a right roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 07:42) Watanabe isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if she gets close enough to grapple.
(Rd 1 - 07:42) Richards fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 07:29) Richards hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:11) Watanabe had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 07:11) Richards lands a jab and then catches Watanabe with a right roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 06:49) Richards can't connect with a jab, but then hits a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 06:35) Watanabe moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt her opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.
(Rd 1 - 06:35) Richards lands a left hand and then catches Watanabe with a right roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 06:14) There's a takedown attempt from Watanabe.
(Rd 1 - 06:14) Watanabe gets the takedown! Richards pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) In guard, Watanabe throws a couple of punches designed to keep Richards guessing.
(Rd 1 - 05:35) Richards tries to pull Watanabe in close and pepper her with short strikes, but can't.
(Rd 1 - 05:23) Watanabe throws some minor strikes.
(Rd 1 - 05:05) Richards is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Watanabe off of her.
(Rd 1 - 04:33) Watanabe looks to get past the guard.
(Rd 1 - 04:33) After a struggle, she gets to half guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:57) Watanabe attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.
(Rd 1 - 03:57) Richards can't keep half guard secure and gives up side control.
(Rd 1 - 03:32) Watanabe throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch her breath.
(Rd 1 - 03:03) Watanabe looks to get a mount.
(Rd 1 - 03:03) Richards doesn't allow Watanabe to get the mount.
(Rd 1 - 02:21) Watanabe blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 02:04) Watanabe throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch her breath.
(Rd 1 - 01:35) Watanabe fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 01:15) Watanabe blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) In side control, Watanabe begins working to get a mount.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) She doesn't get the mount, but only because Richards rolled over and gave up her back instead.
(Rd 1 - 00:14) Watanabe tries to finish Richards off with a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 00:14) Richards defends herself well against the choke.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!
(Rd 2 - 09:47) Richards throws a punch but Watanabe avoids it.
(Rd 2 - 09:43) Seizing the opportunity, Watanabe clinches.
(Rd 2 - 09:36) Watanabe tries to wrestle Richards backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:36) Watanabe manages it and controls Richards up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:21) Watanabe pins Richards up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:21) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.
(Rd 2 - 08:15) Watanabe smothers Richards up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:15) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.
(Rd 2 - 07:09) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 06:59) Watanabe appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Richards took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 06:59) Richards lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 2 - 06:36) Richards connects with a nice jab and then hits a spin kick to the ribs.
(Rd 2 - 06:27) Richards is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 2 - 06:18) Richards connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 2 - 05:56) Watanabe appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Richards took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 05:56) Richards fails to find a home for her jab, but then catches Watanabe with a right hook.
(Rd 2 - 05:40) Circling warily, Watanabe is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.
(Rd 2 - 05:40) Richards throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 2 - 05:30) Watanabe takes the chance and grabs Richards into a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 05:22) Watanabe is trying to push Richards so that her back is up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 05:22) Watanabe does it, Richards is stuck with her back to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 05:04) Showing her ability to grind down opponents, Watanabe is keeping Richards pressed up tightly against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 05:04) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.
(Rd 2 - 03:57) Smothered against the cage, Richards cannot get free.
(Rd 2 - 03:57) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.
(Rd 2 - 02:48) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 02:37) Watanabe chooses to shoot in on Richards.
(Rd 2 - 02:37) The takedown is unsuccessful, Richards sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety.
(Rd 2 - 02:07) Watanabe warily circles, looking for the opening she needs to initiate some grappling.
(Rd 2 - 02:07) Richards can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits Watanabe with a leg kick.
(Rd 2 - 01:53) Watanabe chooses to shoot in on Richards.
(Rd 2 - 01:53) The takedown is completed, Watanabe gets side control from it.
(Rd 2 - 01:42) Watanabe keeps Richards guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 2 - 01:25) Watanabe fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 2 - 01:04) Watanabe blocks Richards as she tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 2 - 00:50) Looking to catch her breath, Watanabe is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 2 - 00:29) Watanabe blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 2 - 00:16) Watanabe unloads with big rights, but Richards covers up well.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!
(Rd 3 - 09:48) Richards can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Watanabe with a straight right.
(Rd 3 - 09:33) Richards lands a jab and then hits Watanabe with a body kick.
(Rd 3 - 09:14) A jab hits home from Richards and then she scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.
(Rd 3 - 08:56) Richards lands a jab and then lands a right head kick.
(Rd 3 - 08:32) A jab hits home from Richards and then she scores with a right cross.
(Rd 3 - 08:22) Richards appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, her hands are starting to lower just a fraction.
(Rd 3 - 08:15) A jab is wide from Richards, but then she scores with a right cross.
(Rd 3 - 07:51) Richards lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 3 - 07:29) A jab hits home from Richards and then she hits a spin kick to the ribs.
(Rd 3 - 07:09) Richards fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 3 - 06:48) Richards looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.
(Rd 3 - 06:48) Watanabe looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Richards simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 3 - 06:48) Richards doesn't trouble her opponent with a combination ending in a body kick.
(Rd 3 - 06:33) Richards hits a left jab and then catches Watanabe with a right hook.
(Rd 3 - 06:14) Watanabe may have been aiming to get in close, but Richards aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 3 - 06:14) Richards lands a left hand and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.
(Rd 3 - 06:04) Richards doesn't look like she has much left in the tank.
(Rd 3 - 05:52) Richards moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.
(Rd 3 - 05:52) Richards hits a left jab and then catches Watanabe with a right hook.
(Rd 3 - 05:52) Blood is visible on Watanabe, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under her eye.
(Rd 3 - 05:40) Watanabe shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 3 - 05:40) A big double leg takedown is completed, Watanabe was far too fast and powerful for Richards to resist!
(Rd 3 - 05:40) Richards winds up seated, her back to the cage, with Watanabe pressing onto her.
(Rd 3 - 05:32) Watanabe tries to improve her position.
(Rd 3 - 05:32) She does brilliantly, and manages to get full mount on Richards!
(Rd 3 - 04:47) Watanabe pounds away and Richards struggles to deal with them.
(Rd 3 - 04:34) Watanabe pounds away, Richards is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!
(Rd 3 - 04:34) Richards tries to turn away from the blows but gets rolled and Watanabe has her back!
(Rd 3 - 04:19) Richards prevents herself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Watanabe from getting hooks in.
(Rd 3 - 03:59) Richards tries to move Watanabe off her back but can't.
(Rd 3 - 03:44) Richards is in huge trouble now, as Watanabe successfully gets both hooks in.
(Rd 3 - 03:31) Watanabe pounds away on Richards, landing several good shots in the process.
(Rd 3 - 03:11) Watanabe attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.
(Rd 3 - 03:11) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Watanabe has Richards flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!
(Rd 3 - 02:55) By submission, the winner is Mizuki Watanabe!
(Rd 3 - 02:55) Mizuki Watanabe moves into the 2003 Spring Series Womens Bantamweight Tourna tournament final!

Official Result: Mizuki Watanabe defeats Rain 'Storm' Richards (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:05 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Mizuki Watanabe thanks everyone connected to Team Lotus for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. The interviewer asks who she would be interested in fighting next, and she replies that Helen Fox "better get prepared" because she is coming for her.

CO-MAIN EVENT

2003 SPRING SERIES WELTERWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT

Jens_Halle.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Rufus_Stephens.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

Jens "Battery" Halle (19-4, 1-0 CTC, Underdog: +350) vs. "The Strategist" Rufus Stephens (20-5, 1-0 CTC, Favorite: -500)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) The co-main event is up next. Jens 'Battery' Halle battles 'The Strategist' Rufus Stephens in the CTC Welterweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The winner will advance to the final of the 2003 Spring Series Welterweight Tournament tournament.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The judges are: Marianne Froth, Johnny Beerbohm, and Ian Rivers.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:45) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:45) Stephens counters a right hand with a jab and a right cross that just misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 08:59) Stephens aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.
(Rd 1 - 08:59) A jab lands from Halle, but Stephens evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) Stephens gets hold of Halle without taking too much damage.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Stephens has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Halle to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) A Greco-Roman slam floors Halle, Stephens executed it well.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Halle gives up his back off the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:28) Stephens tries to increase his control by getting both hooks in, but Halle blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 08:04) Halle tries to move Stephens off his back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 07:42) Stephens attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
(Rd 1 - 07:42) Halle doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.
(Rd 1 - 07:12) Halle attempts to turn over.
(Rd 1 - 07:12) The effort is successful, Stephens loses the back position, and both fighters scramble back to their feet.
(Rd 1 - 06:52) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 06:52) Stephens scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:52) Halle lands a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:32) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) A jab is wide from Halle, but then he catches Stephens with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) Without taking too much damage, Stephens is able to clinch with Halle.
(Rd 1 - 05:54) Stephens is trying to push Halle so that his back is up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:54) Stephens does it, Halle is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:40) Halle is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 05:28) Stephens smothers Halle against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 05:12) Halle is trapped against the cage and Stephens punishes him with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) Stephens uses dirty boxing to punish Halle while he is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:42) Halle is trapped against the cage and Stephens hits him with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 04:28) Halle is trapped up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:28) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.
(Rd 1 - 03:17) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 03:08) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 02:33) Halle lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 02:11) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:11) Stephens uses a left jab but misses a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 02:11) Halle scores with a left hook to the side of the body.
(Rd 1 - 01:51) Halle steps in and looks to unleash.
(Rd 1 - 01:51) Stephens had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 01:51) Halle lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 01:31) Halle throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 01:21) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:21) Halle hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 01:21) Stephens hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) Halle throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 00:42) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 00:42) Stephens connects with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 00:42) Halle hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 00:34) Halle is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 1 - 00:26) Halle throws a one-two, but Stephens was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 00:19) Stephens seizes the chance and grabs Halle into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 00:09) Using his wrestling skills, Stephens is trying to push Halle up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:09) Stephens does it, Halle is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!
(Rd 2 - 09:47) They engage in the center.
(Rd 2 - 09:47) Stephens slips past a right hook and counters with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 09:20) Halle throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 2 - 09:15) Stephens gets hold of Halle.
(Rd 2 - 09:07) Stephens is trying to push Halle so that his back is up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 09:07) Stephens manages it and controls Halle up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:56) Halle is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 2 - 08:42) Stephens hits Halle, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 2 - 08:29) Stephens smothers Halle against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 2 - 08:16) Stephens uses dirty boxing to punish Halle while he is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:02) Halle is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 2 - 07:49) Stephens smothers Halle against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.
(Rd 2 - 07:35) Halle is trapped against the cage and Stephens punishes him with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 2 - 07:23) Stephens smothers Halle against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.
(Rd 2 - 07:09) Halle is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 2 - 06:57) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.
(Rd 2 - 06:57) Stephens is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 2 - 06:48) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 2 - 06:48) Halle slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 06:33) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 2 - 06:33) Stephens connects with a left hand.
(Rd 2 - 06:33) Halle finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 2 - 06:09) Stephens may have been aiming to get in close, but Halle aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 06:09) Halle lands a left hand and then catches Stephens with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 2 - 06:02) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Halle is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.
(Rd 2 - 05:52) Halle can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 2 - 05:39) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 2 - 05:39) Stephens slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.
(Rd 2 - 05:32) Looking very tired, Halle isn't able to resist being pulled into a clinch by Stephens.
(Rd 2 - 05:32) Stephens is trying to muscle Halle up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 05:32) Stephens does it, Halle is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 05:18) Stephens smothers Halle against the cage, then hits him with a hard elbow.
(Rd 2 - 04:58) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 2 - 04:58) Stephens pins Halle up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 2 - 04:47) Stephens catches Halle with a knee strike to the thigh.
(Rd 2 - 04:41) Stephens uses a vicious foot stomp.
(Rd 2 - 04:35) Stephens hits Halle, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 2 - 04:16) Stephens smothers Halle against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.
(Rd 2 - 04:02) Stephens smothers Halle against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.
(Rd 2 - 03:51) Halle is trapped against the cage and Stephens hits him with a quick elbow.
(Rd 2 - 03:36) Stephens smothers Halle against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.
(Rd 2 - 03:24) Halle looks very tired out there.
(Rd 2 - 03:24) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 2 - 03:24) Looking a bit tense, Halle moves around the cage.
(Rd 2 - 03:17) They come together and strike.
(Rd 2 - 03:17) Halle uses a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. Stephens lands a left hook.
(Rd 2 - 03:09) Looking a bit tense, Halle moves around the cage.
(Rd 2 - 02:54) Stephens scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.
(Rd 2 - 02:54) Halle uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 2 - 02:32) Stephens may have been aiming to get in close, but Halle aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 02:32) Halle lands a left jab, but Stephens evades a big right punch.
(Rd 2 - 02:07) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.
(Rd 2 - 01:45) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 2 - 01:45) Halle misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Stephens to attack with a left jab and a good right hook.
(Rd 2 - 01:37) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 01:37) Stephens is trying to push Halle so that his back is up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 01:37) He does so and now has Halle pinned to the cage.
(Rd 2 - 01:21) Halle is trapped against the cage and Stephens hits him with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 2 - 01:01) Stephens hits Halle, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 2 - 00:41) Stephens hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.
(Rd 2 - 00:30) Stephens smothers Halle against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 2 - 00:11) Halle is trapped against the cage and Stephens hits him with a quick elbow.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

Round 3

(Rd 3 - 10:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!
(Rd 3 - 09:47) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.
(Rd 3 - 09:21) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 3 - 09:21) Stephens lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 3 - 09:21) Halle hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 3 - 09:09) Stephens appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.
(Rd 3 - 08:57) Stephens appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Halle took the initiative first.
(Rd 3 - 08:57) Halle uses a left jab, but Stephens avoids a big right.
(Rd 3 - 08:46) From the looks of things, I don't think Halle has much energy left.
(Rd 3 - 08:32) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.
(Rd 3 - 08:04) Stephens aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.
(Rd 3 - 08:04) Halle connects with a jab, but Stephens avoids a big right.
(Rd 3 - 07:51) Stephens is able to grab Halle.
(Rd 3 - 07:45) Stephens is looking to muscle Halle back against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 07:45) Stephens achieves it, pinning Halle to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 07:32) Breathing very hard, Stephens is looking ragged.
(Rd 3 - 07:32) It isn't a pretty tactic, but the tired-looking Stephens is wearing Halle down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight.
(Rd 3 - 07:32) They remain there for at least a minute, taking deep breaths, occasionally staying active with some punches to the body.
(Rd 3 - 06:28) Halle is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 3 - 06:10) Stephens pins Halle up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 3 - 05:53) Referee Kenneth Capote decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.
(Rd 3 - 05:40) They come together and strike.
(Rd 3 - 05:40) Halle misses with a big right hand, allowing Stephens to counter with a left jab and a right cross that just misses.
(Rd 3 - 05:19) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 3 - 05:19) Stephens hits a left hand.
(Rd 3 - 05:19) Halle misses a jab but lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 3 - 05:01) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 3 - 05:01) Stephens scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked.
(Rd 3 - 05:01) Halle hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 3 - 04:52) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.
(Rd 3 - 04:52) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 3 - 04:52) Stephens is trying to muscle Halle up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:52) Stephens achieves it, pinning Halle to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:41) Stephens smothers Halle against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.
(Rd 3 - 04:29) Stephens smothers Halle against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 3 - 04:16) Stephens catches Halle with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 04:04) Halle is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 3 - 03:45) Halle is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 3 - 03:30) Halle is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.
(Rd 3 - 03:11) Stephens pins Halle up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 3 - 03:00) Stephens looks very, very tired.
(Rd 3 - 03:00) Halle is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 02:42) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.
(Rd 3 - 02:42) The gas tank looks empty on Halle, he looks like he can barely stand.
(Rd 3 - 02:27) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 3 - 02:27) Stephens misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Halle attacks with a left cross.
(Rd 3 - 02:13) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 3 - 01:43) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 3 - 01:43) Stephens scores with a left hook.
(Rd 3 - 01:43) Halle finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 3 - 01:16) They engage in the center.
(Rd 3 - 01:16) Halle doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 01:16) Stephens lands a left hook.
(Rd 3 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 3 - 00:51) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 3 - 00:51) Halle has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 3 - 00:51) Stephens doesn't connect with a right hand.
(Rd 3 - 00:30) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 3 - 00:30) Halle slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.
(Rd 3 - 00:16) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.
(Rd 3 - 00:16) Stephens is trying to push Halle so that his back is up against the cage.
(Rd 3 - 00:16) Stephens does it, Halle is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 3 - 00:03) Halle is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The gas tank looks empty on Stephens.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Stephens.
(Rd 3 - 00:00) Making 'The Strategist' Rufus Stephens the winner by unanimous decision!
(Rd 3 - 00:00) 'The Strategist' Rufus Stephens moves into the 2003 Spring Series Welterweight Tournament tournament final!

Official Result: 'The Strategist' Rufus Stephens defeats Jens 'Battery' Halle (Unanimous Decision in 10:00 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Rufus Stephens praises God, then thanks all his sponsors before dedicating his victory to all his team-mates at Bear Pit. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and answers that he thinks that a fight against Evgeni Medtner would probably be a great contest. There no doubt about it that he knows how to talk with the best of them, his natural charisma shined here.

MAIN EVENT

2003 SPRING SERIES WELTERWEIGHT TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL BOUT

Darin_Blood.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

VS.

Evgeni_Medtner.gif?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

"Dangerous" Darin Blood (18-6, Favorite: -400) vs. Evgeni Medtner (28-9, 2-1 CTC, Underdog: +300)

Round 1

(Rd 1 - 10:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Dangerous' Darin Blood takes on Evgeni Medtner in the CTC Welterweight division.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The winner will advance to the final of the 2003 Spring Series Welterweight Tournament tournament.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Millhouse Twain, and Marianne Froth.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:52) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 09:20) Blood comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 09:20) Medtner manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 09:20) Blood connects with a jab but misses with a spin kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:00) Blood moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Medtner into exchanging strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:00) Medtner manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 09:00) A jab lands from Blood but a big right head kick is wide of the mark.
(Rd 1 - 08:42) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Blood uses a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Medtner hits a couple of jabs but has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 07:58) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 07:58) Blood lands four quick punches. Medtner attacks with four quick punches and lands two of them and then hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:31) Blood shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 07:31) Medtner gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:21) The clock runs down as Medtner is being smothered against the ground by Blood.
(Rd 1 - 07:00) Medtner is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Blood off of him.
(Rd 1 - 06:33) Blood lies on top of Medtner, basically smothering him.
(Rd 1 - 05:53) Time slips away as Blood successfully keeps Medtner stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) Medtner is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Blood off of him.
(Rd 1 - 05:00) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 05:00) Blood throws a few relatively weak right hands.
(Rd 1 - 04:30) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Kenneth Capote standing them both back up.
(Rd 1 - 04:18) Blood comes forward, walking down Medtner.
(Rd 1 - 04:18) Medtner hit two counter left hands.
(Rd 1 - 04:18) Blood doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) Blood hits a jab and also lands a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) Medtner quickly throws four punches and two of them land and then connects with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 03:19) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 02:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 02:50) Medtner tries a right hook but misses. Blood doesn't connect with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 02:34) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 02:10) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 02:10) Blood is off-target with a jab but launches a right head kick that did damage. Medtner hits a three punch combo that ends with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 01:43) Retreating, Medtner looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble!
(Rd 1 - 01:43) Blood throws a vicious right uppercut to try and finish Medtner, but he is just able to avoid it.
(Rd 1 - 01:29) Blood is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) Blood comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) Medtner lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) Blood throws a one-two, but Medtner was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) Blood doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) Medtner hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 00:32) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 00:32) Medtner manages to connect with two punches out of a flurry but only finds gloves with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 00:32) Blood hits a jab and also hits a good right hand.
(Rd 1 - 00:03) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:03) Medtner finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 1 - 00:03) Blood lights up his opponent with three quick jabs and then a hook to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 10:00) Round two begins!
(Rd 2 - 09:46) Stepping in, Medtner lands three quick punches and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 2 - 09:22) They engage in the center.
(Rd 2 - 09:22) Blood quickly throws a punch and lands it but is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt.
(Rd 2 - 09:22) Medtner scores with four quick punches that set up a nice uppercut.
(Rd 2 - 08:46) Medtner wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.
(Rd 2 - 08:46) A jab lands from Blood, but Medtner catches the kick to the body that it set up!
(Rd 2 - 08:35) Holding the leg, Medtner tries for a takedown.
(Rd 2 - 08:35) Unable to complete the takedown, Medtner instead pushes Blood up against the cage.
(Rd 2 - 08:18) Medtner looks to sweep a leg out from under Blood so as to take him down with a trip.
(Rd 2 - 08:18) An outside leg trip sweeps Blood down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling half guard!
(Rd 2 - 07:59) Medtner punches down at Blood, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 2 - 07:32) Blood tries to get full guard on Medtner but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 2 - 07:15) Medtner keeps Blood guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 2 - 06:57) Blood tries to get full guard on Medtner but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 2 - 06:43) Medtner fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 2 - 06:14) Blood tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 2 - 06:00) Looking to catch his breath, Medtner is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 2 - 05:36) Medtner punches down at Blood, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 2 - 05:14) Blood tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Medtner doesn't allow it.
(Rd 2 - 05:03) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Kenneth Capote standing them both back up.
(Rd 2 - 05:03) Blood is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.
(Rd 2 - 04:51) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 2 - 04:51) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 2 - 04:51) Medtner throws four quick punches and lands one of them but can't make contact on a right head kick.
(Rd 2 - 04:51) Blood lands cleanly with a powerful straight right!
(Rd 2 - 04:28) Medtner hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!
(Rd 2 - 04:28) Blood senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!
(Rd 2 - 04:28) Blood is too slow and Medtner gets back to his feet.
(Rd 2 - 04:03) Blood confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 2 - 04:03) Blood connects with a jab, but Medtner dodges the leg kick that follows.
(Rd 2 - 03:40) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 2 - 03:40) Blood hits a jab and also lands a leg kick.
(Rd 2 - 03:40) Medtner scores with one punch out of a sudden flurry and then launches a stiff head kick that finds its mark!
(Rd 2 - 03:13) Blood wobbles, then falls!
(Rd 2 - 03:13) Medtner starts pounding away on Blood, looking to finish him off!
(Rd 2 - 03:13) Medtner fires away and Blood is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!
(Rd 2 - 03:13) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!
(Rd 2 - 03:00) By TKO, the winner is Evgeni Medtner!
(Rd 2 - 03:00) Evgeni Medtner has won a spot in the 2003 Spring Series Welterweight Tournament tournament final!

Official Result: Evgeni Medtner defeats 'Dangerous' Darin Blood (TKO (Strikes) in 7:00 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Evgeni Medtner praises his team at St. Petersburg Elite, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he will fight anyone but that Gabriel Gallego in particular "makes a lot of sense."

Attendance: 1,082

Gate Reciepts: $149,965

Sponsorship: $52,474

Ad Revenue: $1,787,759

Merchandise: $7,315

Fighter Pay: $145,854 (Highest Paid: Rufus Stephens, $31,396

Drug Testing: $12,386

Production: $57,858

Profit: $1,781,415

Critical Rating: 78%

Commercial Rating: 66%

Fight of the Night: Sayoko Ebisawa vs. Hanae Maehata

KO of the Night: Romain Perry vs. Leonard Caron

Submission of the Night: Mizuki Watanabe vs. Rain Richards

Performance Bonus: Sayoko Ebisawa vs. Hanae Maehata

UPDATED TOURNAMENT BRACKETS

News

- The CTC announce that Bill Brown has been cut from the roster following three consecutive losses. He leaves the CTC with a promotional record of 1-3, including a second round submission victory over Jordan Flintstone in the Quarter-Finals of the Middleweight Championship Tournament at Canadian Tournament Combat 6, a first round submission loss to JJ Reid in the Semi-Finals of the Middleweight Championship Tournament at Canadian Tournament Combat 12, a first round TKO loss to Sutton Ripley at CTC Sunday Night Fights 12, and a first round TKO loss to Joey Valdez at Canadian Tournament Combat 51.

- The CTC announce that Ray Belinger has been cut from the roster following three consecutive losses. He leaves the CTC with a promotional record of 0-3, including a first round submission loss to Maya Asgar at CTC Sunday Night Fights 9, a third round TKO loss to D'Arcy Spode at Canadian Tournament Combat 37, and a first round knock out loss to Kameo Oya at Canadian Tournament Combat 51.

- The CTC announce that Urlington Rogers has been cut from the roster following three consecutive losses. He leaves the CTC with a promotional record of 0-3, including a second round knock out loss to Timmy Dukes in the Quarter-Finals of the Season 1 Lightweight Tournament at Canadian Tournament Combat 1, a first round submission loss to Geffrey Nadeau at Canadian Tournament Combat 39, and a third round TKO loss to Jazz Snide at Canadian Tournament Combat 51.

- Kanji Togo announces that he has been awarded his black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He commented that it was a great honor, and thanked his coaches and teammates.

Sign In

Canadian Tournament Combat: A Third Go Round

Recommended Posts

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Link to comment

Share on other sites

Join the conversation