Canadian Tournament Combat 4: Back To the Real World

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Predictions

 

vladjarca: 7/16 (44%) First Round Total: 59/96 (61%)

 

Make that 8/17 if Cyborg does fail the drug test

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Friday, Week 3, January 2021

 

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Dominick "The Devastator" Reyes (12-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -840) vs. "Pezao" Vinny Magalhaes (19-12-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #3, Underdog: +670)

 

A highly trained mixed martial artist dangerous from anywhere in he fight, "The Devastator" is known for his destructive striking game, and earned his nickname for his massive kicking power. He also has good grappling, and a submission game. He is coming off the only two losses in his career, losing a Unanimous Decision to Jon Jones, and by second round TKO to Jan Blachowicz, both in UFC Light Heavyweight Title Fights. Vinny Magalhaes isn't exactly known for his striking, but can be devastating in his own right on the ground, using his world class Jiu-Jitsu game to earn 15 submission victories. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Rashid Yusupov in his last fight.

 

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Cory "Overtime" Anderson (13-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Favorite: -860) vs. Steven "Warzone" Warby (8-3-1-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #18, Underdog: +680)

 

Corey Anderson has heavy hands and a strong grappling game that allow him to dominate opponents late into fights. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Jan Blachowicz in his last fight. Rumours surfaced when he left the UFC that he would end up with Bellator, but he has signed with CTC instead. Steven Warby is a rounded mixed martial artist, with a powerful if not very technical striking game, and a strong submission game. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Jimmy Crute in his last fight.

 

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: "King Mo" Muhammed Lawal (21-10-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -260) vs. Ibo "The Last Ottoman" Aslan (8-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Underdog: +200)

 

King Mo was an NCAA National Champion wrestler, and participated in qualifying for the 2008 Olympic Games. He combines his natural athleticism with his wrestling prowess, and a background in amateur boxing. He is on a four fight winning streak, and is coming off a first round knock out loss to Andrew Kapel in his last fight. Ibo Aslan has a decent boxing game, but prefers to go to the ground, where he can work strikes, and submissions. He has won all eight of his fights by TKO, 7 of them in the first round, and is coming off a first round TKO victory over Ivan Vicic in his last fight. This fight will be a huge step up in competition for him.

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Nick Roehrick (7-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #9, Underdog: +350) vs. Smealinho "The Prince" Rama (11-5-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -450)

 

Nick Roehrick is a mixed martial artist, known for his powerful low kicks, and has devastating knees from the thai clinch, and good defence on the ground. He is coming off the first loss of his career, a third round TKO loss to Jared Cannonier in his last fight. Smealinho Rama is considered Canada's best hope at Light Heavyweight, and is a freak athlete, who has enormous strength, and an iron chin. He has some decent boxing skill, and likes to stand and strike, but has a strong ground game as well, with submissions, and strikes at his disposal from on top. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Sean O'Connell in the PFL.

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Emanuel "The Hardcore Kid" Newton (26-13-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #7, Favorite: -320) vs. Karl "King" Albrektsson (9-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #19, Underdog: +250)

 

Emanuel Newton loves to wrestle, and likes to bully opponents in the clinch, and work from smothering top control. He had a huge run with Bellator between 2012 and 2014, when he won 8 out of 9 fights, and had a run as Bellator Light Heavyweight Champion, but he hasn't fought since 2017, and has lost 6 of his last 7 fights. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Nikita Krylov in his last fight. Karl Albrektsson has a decent striking game, but likes to take fights to the ground, where he can defend himself well enough, while working from smothering top control, and working strikes, and submission on the ground. He is coming off a third round TKO loss to Phil Davis in Bellator.

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Robert Drysdale (7-0-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #5, Favorite: -890) vs. Timo Feucht (8-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #22, Underdog: +710)

 

Robert Drysdale has no striking game whatsoever, but has world class Jiu-Jitsu skills, and takedowns. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Ryan Spann in 2016. Tim Feucht also doesn't have much of a striking game, but can finish on the ground with strikes or submissions, and is really good from the bottom of guard. He is known for finishing opponents, with no decision victories on his record. He is on a two fight win streak, and is coming off a first round TKO victory over Jeremy Kimball in his last fight.

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Brian "The Predator" Rogers (14-9, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: -110) vs. Shamil Akhmedov (5-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #20, Favorite: -140)

 

Brian Rogers is a kick boxer, with a crisp and powerful boxing game at his disposal. He can strike on the ground, but mostly just tries to defend himself and stand back up. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Canaan Grigsby in his last fight. Shamil Akhmedov is a world class wrestler, who won bronze at the 2014 World Championship (though his medal was stripped, and he was banned for using steroids.) He has a strong wrestling game, and can devastate opponents with strikes on the ground. He has won all five of his pro fights, and is coming off a third round knock out victory over Leonardo Silva de Oliveira.

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Jordan Johnson (12-2-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #6, Favorite: -780) vs. Lukasz Sudolski (4-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #24, Underdog: +620)

 

Jordan Johnson is a former Division 1 wrestler with the University of Iowa, and has developed an excellent submission game to complement it. He has a crisp, and powerful boxing game as well. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Emiliano Sordi in his last fight. Lukasz Sudolski has a half decent boxing game, but his real strength is his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Equally dangerous from top or bottom, he can render an opponent senseless with brutal ground and pound, or finish them with slick submissions. He has won all four of his pro fights, and is coming off a TKO victory in just 18 seconds over Krysztof Klepacz in his last fight.

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Rounnd Bout: James Bochnovic (8-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #15, Even: -110) vs. Oscar "Hierro" Sosa (13-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Even: -110)

 

James Bochnovic is dangerous from any area of the fight, he has power in his hands, and a slick submission game on the ground. Seven of his eight wins have come by submission, and all eight wins have come in the first round. He broke an eight fight win streak in his last fight, and is coming off a second round knock out loss against Trevin Giles in his last fight. Oscar Sosa has powerful, if not overly proficient striking, but is an overwhelming wrestler. He doesn't have the greatest takedowns, but once he does get the fight down, he can finish with submissions, or ground strikes. He broke a six fight win streak in his last fight, losing by TKO in just 20 seconds to Magomed Geroev in his last fight.

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Hans Stringer (22-8-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #14, Favorite: -850) vs. Chester "El Fuego" Post (8-26-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +670)

 

Hans Stringer is trained in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai, and is very dangerous from the Thai clinch, especially with knees. He has a high calibre Jiu-Jitsu game as well, and can submit you on the ground just as well as he can end fights with striking. He hasn't fought since 2016, and is on a three fight win streak, coming off a first round knock out loss to Muslim Makhmudov in his last fight. Chester Post is an aging journeyman, who has drifted around the Canadian regional scene his whole career, losing a lot of fights. He is actually in a bit of a good spell, having won two of his last three fights, and is coming off a first round TKO victory over Matt Heim in his last fight.

 

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Marcus "Money" Sursa (18-10, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #8, Underdog: +400) vs. Rashid Yusupov (12-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Favorite: -510)

 

Marcus Sursa is known for finishing opponents, or being finished, with only three of his 28 fights going to the judges. He has strong technical boxing, and is a strong wrestler, capable of getting opponents to the ground, and finishing them mostly with slick submissions, but with a healthy dollop of TKO's mixed in there. He is on a two fight win streak, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Carlton Little Sr. in his last fight. Rashid Yusupov is a wrestler, with excellent takedown defence, and good takedowns of his own. He has heavy hands, but prefers to win his fights on the ground. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Jordan Johnson in his last fight.

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Cory Hendricks (5-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #13, Underdog: -130) vs. Csaba Hocz (7-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #23, Favorite: -140)

 

Cory Hendricks is a mixed martial artist, who is a crisp, powerful striker. He can defend takedowns, and defend himself on the ground. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Aleksei Butorin in his last fight. Csaba Hocz has power in his hands, and is a proficient striker. He has decent wrestling, and an evolving jiu jitsu game, that allows him to rack up submission victories. Hocz is on a four fight win streak, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Pawel Brandys in his last fight.

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Miro Jurkovic (4-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #17, Favorite: -310) vs. Kurban Omarov (8-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +240)

 

Miro Jurkovic has a decent kicking game, he also has excellent takedowns. He has excellent control from the bottom of guard. Jurkovic has won all four of his fights, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over James Webb in his last fight. Kurban Omarov is a freak athelte, who is known for coming back in the fight to snatch victories. He has power in his strikes, and uses his Sambo background, to take opponents down, and grind them down before unleashing his ground striking game. He is coming off his first career loss, a third round submission loss to Fabio Maldonado in his last fight.

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Marcel "Maozinha" Fortuna (9-3, 0-0 CTC, Favorite: -480) vs. Wagner "Caldeirao" Prado (15-4-1-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #10, Underdog: +380)

 

Marcel Fortuna is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt, but loves to strike with his crisp, powerful boxing, when he goes to the ground, he can work a deadly submission game, or strike. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Jake Collier in his last fight. A powerful Muay Thai specialist, Prado is a little wild from distance, but has big power, and a smothering clinch game. His takedown defence is improving, and while he's not a threat off his back, his ground defence is solid. He is coming off a Unanimous Draw in his last fight against Doo Hwan Kim in his last fight.

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Abdul-Kerim "The Chechenyan Lion" Edilov (17-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #12, Underdog: -130) vs. Matt Clempner (2-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #21, Favorite: -140)

 

Abdul-Kerim Edilov is a master of the art of Russian Combat Sambo, and loves to wrestle, he has a strong clinch game, and good takedowns, and can attack in varied ways on the ground, with submissions and strikes. He is on an 11 fight winning streak, and is coming off a second round TKO victory over Bojan Mihajlovic in his UFC debut back in 2017. Matt Clempner is a Judo pratitioner, with not much striking game, but great takedowns, and a good positional ground game, that often ends in submission victories. He has won both of his pro fights, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Ben Forsyth in his last fight.

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Jarod "Doughboy" Trice (4-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #16, Favorite: -580) vs. Mateusz "Smoku" Symoczko (4-1, 0-0 CTC. CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +460)

 

Jarod Trice is a three time All-American, and former national champion in both Freestyle, and Greco-Roman wrestling. He has some power in his strikes, but prefers to get the fight to the ground, and devastate with ground and pound. He has won all four of his fights, and is coming off a Split Decision victory over Sean Powers in Bellator. Mateusz Symoczko is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt, with a slick submission game, and absolutely devastating ground and pound. He is coming off his first career loss, a Unanimous Decision loss to Pawel Brandys in his last fight.

 

 

 

Weigh-In Results

 

Dominick Reyes (205 lbs) vs. Vinny Magalhaes (205 lbs)

Corey Anderson (205 lbs) vs. Steven Warby (205 lbs)

Muhammed Lawal (205 lbs) vs. Ibo Aslan (205 lbs)

Nick Roehrick (205 lbs) vs. Smealinho Rama (205 lbs)

Emanuel Newton (205 lbs) vs. Karl Albrektsson (205 lbs)

Robert Drysdale (205 lbs) vs. Timo Freucht (205 lbs)

Brian Rogers (205 lbs) vs. Shamil Akhmedov (205 lbs)

Jordan Johnson (205 lbs) vs. Lukasz Sudolski (205 lbs)

James Bochnovic (205 lbs) vs. Oscar Sosa (205 lbs)

Hans Stringer (205 lbs) vs. Chester Post (205 lbs)

 

Marcus Sursa (205 lbs) vs. Rashid Yusupov (205 lbs)

Cory Hendricks (205 lbs) vs. Csaba Hocz (205 lbs)

Miro Jurkovic (205 lbs) vs. Kurban Omarov (205 lbs)

Marcel Fortuna (205 lbs) vs. Wagner Prado (205 lbs)

Abdul-Kerim Edilov (205 lbs) vs. Matt Clempner (205 lbs)

Jared Trice (205 lbs) vs. Mateusz Symoczko (205 lbs)

 

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 7 Full Fight Card

 

LHW: Dominick Reyes vs. Vinny Magalhaes

LHW: Corey Anderson vs. Steven Warby

LHW: Muhammed Lawal vs. Ibo Aslan

LHW: Nick Roehrick vs. Smealinho Rama

LHW: Emanuel Newton vs. Karl Albrektsson

LHW: Robert Drysdale vs. Timo Feucht

LHW: Brian Rogers vs. Shamil Akhmedov

LHW: Jordan Johnson vs. Lukasz Sudolski

LHW: James Bochnovic vs. Oscar Sosa

LHW: Hans Stringer vs. Chester Post

 

LHW: Marcus Sursa vs. Rashid Yusupov

LHW: Cory Hendricks vs. Czaba Hocz

LHW: Miro Jurkovic vs. Kurban Omarov

LHW: Marcel Fortuna vs. Wagner Prado

LHW: Abdul-Kerim Edilov vs. Matt Clempner

LHW: Jarod Trice vs. Mateusz Symoczko

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Friday, Week 3, January 2021

 

 

 

Live From Halifax, Nova Scotia

 

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Jarod "Doughboy" Trice (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Detroit, Michigan, Favorite: -580) vs. Mateusz "Smoku" Symoczko (4-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Koszalin, Poland, Underdog: +460)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The first of the prelim fights is Jarod 'Doughboy' Trice taking on Mateusz 'Smoku' Symoczko.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Adelaide Byrd, Marcos Rosales, and Cardo Urso.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Trice may have weighed in the same as Symoczko yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 14:48) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:21) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 13:54) Trice comes forward, walking down Symoczko.

(Rd 1 - 13:54) Symoczko throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 13:54) A jab is wide from Trice, but then he hits Symoczko with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:36) Trice comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 13:36) Symoczko manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 13:36) Trice fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Symoczko with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:17) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 12:50) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 12:23) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:23) Symoczko connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:23) Trice lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Trice hits a left cross. Symoczko scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 11:54) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 11:33) Symoczko acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight.

(Rd 1 - 11:22) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 11:22) Trice misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Symoczko to attack with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 11:04) Trice steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:04) Symoczko lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 11:04) A jab is wide from Trice, but then he catches Symoczko with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:49) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 10:49) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.

(Rd 1 - 10:49) Trice tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 1 - 10:49) Symoczko finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 10:30) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 10:03) Trice comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 10:03) Trice steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 10:03) Trice lands a left jab but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 09:35) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 09:35) Symoczko lands two jabs but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 09:35) Trice hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 08:59) Moving forward constantly, Trice is pressuring Symoczko.

(Rd 1 - 08:59) Trice bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 08:59) Trice can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Symoczko with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 08:55) Taking a few gulps of breath, Trice is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 1 - 08:47) Trice moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Symoczko into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 08:47) Trice steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 08:47) Trice can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Symoczko with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 08:28) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 08:04) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 08:04) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit.

(Rd 1 - 08:04) Trice has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 08:04) Symoczko misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:43) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 07:43) Symoczko misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Trice comes in with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 1 - 07:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:28) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 07:28) Symoczko uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 07:28) Trice connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:55) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 06:55) Trice counters a right hand with a jab and a left kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 06:37) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 06:20) Symoczko is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 06:13) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 06:13) Trice dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm.

(Rd 1 - 05:51) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 05:51) Trice slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 05:33) Trice steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 05:33) Symoczko fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 05:33) Trice throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 05:18) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 04:59) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Trice is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Trice comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Trice avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Trice can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Trice slips past a right hook and counters with a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Trice initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Symoczko lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) A jab is wide from Trice, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Trice is looking really tired.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Trice throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Trice can't connect with a jab, but then hits Symoczko with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Two defensive jabs hit from Symoczko, but neither had any power.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Trice can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Symoczko appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Trice took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Trice can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Trice winces after landing that last punch, he may have damaged his hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Any sort of major damage to the hand is going to cause Trice some major problems.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Symoczko had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) A jab is wide from Trice, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Coming forward, Symoczko is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Trice can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Trice looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Symoczko gets hold of Trice.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Symoczko looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) The takedown doesn't work, Trice blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Using his wrestling skills, Trice is trying to push Symoczko up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Trice achieves it, pinning Symoczko to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Trice scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Trice catches Symoczko with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Symoczko takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Trice hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 00:19) Trice tries to elbow Symoczko, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Trice.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Jarod 'Doughboy' Trice is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Jarod 'Doughboy' Trice defeats Mateusz 'Smoku' Symoczko (Unanimous Decision at 15:00). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jarod Trice thanks everyone connected to MMA Gold Fight Team for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Asked who he wants next, he says that he demands a fight with Abdul-Kerim Edilov.

 

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Abdul-Kerim "The Chechenyan Lion" Edilov (17-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Underdog: -130) vs. Matt Clempner (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Favorite: -140)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Abdul-Kerim 'The Chechenyan Lion' Edilov battling Matt Clempner.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Adelaide Byrd, Marcos Rosales, and Cardo Urso.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Edilov looks significantly bigger than Clempner as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 14:54) A jab is wide from Clempner, but then he hits Edilov with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 14:39) Clempner steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 14:39) Clempner can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:18) Clempner hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) Clempner connects with a nice jab and then hits Edilov with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:43) Clempner lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 13:20) Edilov looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Clempner simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 13:20) Clempner uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 13:03) Edilov looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Clempner simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 13:03) Clempner throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 12:40) A jab is wide from Clempner, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:33) Edilov seizes the chance and grabs Clempner into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 12:27) Edilov tries to set up a suplex attempt.

(Rd 1 - 12:27) Edilov doesn't get it, Clempner blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 1 - 12:14) Edilov is trying to muscle Clempner up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:14) Edilov does it, Clempner is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:58) It isn't pretty, but Edilov has Clempner stuck up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:58) Thirty seconds elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 11:18) Edilov uses dirty boxing to punish Clempner while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:07) Clempner is trapped against the cage and Edilov punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 10:52) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Edilov is keeping Clempner pressed up tightly against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 10:52) They exchange short punches to the body for about half a minute.

(Rd 1 - 10:16) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 1 - 10:06) Edilov wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 10:06) A jab lands from Clempner, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 09:59) Without taking too much damage, Edilov is able to clinch with Clempner.

(Rd 1 - 09:49) Edilov may be looking for a suplex of some kind on Clempner.

(Rd 1 - 09:49) A big suplex leaves Clempner on his back and forces him to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 09:36) Time slips away as Edilov successfully keeps Clempner stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 08:57) Edilov looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 08:57) Edilov passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Clempner starts scrambling.

(Rd 1 - 08:43) Clempner ends up in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 08:31) Clempner throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 08:04) Edilov bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 08:04) There wasn't enough separation though, Clempner is able to catch him and secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 07:46) Clempner throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 07:29) Edilov tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 07:14) Clempner looks to get a mount.

(Rd 1 - 07:14) He goes for the mount but Edilov starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 07:00) The scramble leaves Edilov turtled up with Clempner behind.

(Rd 1 - 06:46) Edilov gets quickly back to his feet, although Clempner does get back control.

(Rd 1 - 06:38) Clempner lets go and backs away from Edilov, apparently unhappy with his position.

(Rd 1 - 06:32) For the first time, Clempner is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 06:23) Clempner can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 06:05) Clempner throws a two-punch combo but Edilov avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 05:57) Edilov seizes the chance and grabs Clempner into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 05:50) Edilov tries to wrestle Clempner backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 05:50) Edilov manages it and controls Clempner up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 05:31) Edilov tries to smother Clempner against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 05:11) Clempner comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 05:11) Clempner connects with a jab, but Edilov evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Clempner throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Edilov gets hold of Clempner, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Edilov uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Clempner.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Edilov is trying to push Clempner so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Edilov achieves it, pinning Clempner to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Edilov looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Clempner works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Edilov is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) A jab is wide from Clempner, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Edilov gets hold of Clempner without taking too much damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Edilov is trying to push Clempner so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Edilov can't move Clempner at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) With Edilov in his grasp, Clempner tries to set up a judo-style throw.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) The throw doesn't work, Edilov blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Edilov is trying to push Clempner so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Edilov can't do it though, Clempner defended it well.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Edilov uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Clempner as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Edilov has solid control and appears to be trying to set up a suplex attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) A suplex floors Clempner, Edilov executed it well.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Edilov takes the back off the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Clempner is in huge trouble now, as Edilov successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Edilov, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Clempner gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 01:01) The winner, by submission; Abdul-Kerim Edilov!

 

 

 

Official Result: Abdul-Kerim 'The Chechenyan Lion' Edilov defeats Matt Clempner (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) at 13:59). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Abdul-Kerim Edilov praises his team at Akhmat Fight Club, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Adbul-Kerim Edilov says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Marcel "Maozinha" Fortuna (9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Tubarao, Santa Catarina, Brazil, Favorite: -480) vs. Wagner "Caldeirao" Prado (15-4-1-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Campinas, Brazil, Underdog: +380)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Marcel 'Mãozinha' Fortuna fighting Wagner 'Caldeirao' Prado.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Herb Dean.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Sal D'Amato, Adelaide Byrd, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 14:51) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Fortuna comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Prado hit a counter right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Attacking with a quick flurry, Fortuna lands one of three punches but Prado evades a big left punch.

(Rd 1 - 14:05) Fortuna steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 14:05) Prado lands a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:05) Fortuna throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 13:46) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:46) Fortuna doesn't connect with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:46) Fortuna shows his good head movement, bobbing and weaving his way past two punches.

(Rd 1 - 13:37) Fortuna glances at his corner and gets a few words of encouragement in response.

(Rd 1 - 13:25) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 13:04) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 12:44) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 12:20) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:20) Prado hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:20) Fortuna misses a jab but hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Fortuna comes forward, walking down Prado.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Prado hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Fortuna misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 11:53) Fortuna steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 11:53) Prado hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 11:53) Fortuna throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 11:34) Fortuna steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:34) Fortuna bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 11:34) A one-two from Fortuna fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 11:17) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 11:17) Fortuna counters a left hand with a quick right jab and a low kick that narrowly misses.

(Rd 1 - 10:57) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 10:27) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 10:06) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 09:37) Fortuna comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 09:37) Prado misses with a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 09:37) Fortuna lands a right jab but Prado dodges a big left head kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 09:14) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 09:14) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.

(Rd 1 - 09:14) Fortuna finds his left cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 09:14) Fortuna uses his great movement to avoid a couple of quick punches and a big head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 09:02) Taking a few gulps of breath, Fortuna is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 1 - 08:48) Fortuna comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 08:48) Prado scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 08:48) Fortuna lands a jab and then he scores with a left cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 08:34) Fortuna comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 08:34) Prado fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 08:34) Fortuna throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 08:26) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 07:58) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 07:58) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land.

(Rd 1 - 07:58) Fortuna throws a leg kick but it gets checked.

(Rd 1 - 07:58) Prado can't hit a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 07:42) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 07:25) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:19) Fortuna stalks forward, pressuring Prado.

(Rd 1 - 07:19) Fortuna steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 07:19) Fortuna lands a jab and then he scores with a left head kick.

(Rd 1 - 06:52) Fortuna comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 06:52) Prado tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 06:52) A one-two from Fortuna fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 06:34) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 06:16) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 06:16) Prado misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right jab and a good left hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:07) Fortuna moves confidently around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 05:59) Fortuna steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 05:59) Prado hit a counter right hand.

(Rd 1 - 05:59) Fortuna comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing one of them, and then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 05:30) Fortuna attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 05:30) Prado misses with a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 05:30) Attacking with intent, Fortuna scores with three out of a flurry of four punches but Prado avoids the kick to the body that it set up.

(Rd 1 - 05:04) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 05:04) Prado misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Fortuna comes in with a quick right jab and a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:56) Fortuna clinches up, looking shattered.

(Rd 1 - 04:56) Fortuna tries to wrestle Prado backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:56) Fortuna manages it and controls Prado up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Fortuna tries to get Prado into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Prado can't fight it off and ends up caught.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Fortuna finds an attempted knee strike caught, and the leverage allows Prado to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Fortuna is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Prado counters a left hand with a right jab and a body kick that misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) For the first time, Prado is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Fortuna initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Prado misses with a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Fortuna throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Fortuna looks very tired out there.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Fortuna uses a right jab but doesn't get a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Prado scores with a great left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Prado rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Fortuna scores with a jab but doesn't get a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Prado uses a right jab but misses a high kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Looking a bit tense, Prado moves around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Fortuna hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Prado misses with a right jab but hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Fortuna scores with a jab but finds his left cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Prado connects cleanly with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Prado tries a leg kick but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Fortuna can't hit a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Prado misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right jab and a great left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) From the looks of things, I don't think Fortuna has much left to give, he has slowed markedly.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Prado misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Fortuna looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) Fortuna scores with a jab and also hits a good left hand. Prado hits a good left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Fortuna feints one way and then the other, throwing Prado off balance and leaving him badly exposed.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Fortuna lands a right jab but can't hit a left cross. Prado hits a jab but fails on a leg kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have Fortuna down as the winner.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Marcel 'Mãozinha' Fortuna!

 

 

 

Official Result: Marcel 'Mãozinha' Fortuna defeats Wagner 'Caldeirao' Prado (Unanimous Decision at 15:00). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Marcel Fortuna thanks everyone connected to Sanford MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Marcel Fortuna celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. A good talker, Marcel Fortuna is always going to benefit from being interviewed regularly.

 

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Miro Jurkovic (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Favorite: -310) vs. Kurban Omarov (8-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Mahachkala, Russia, Underdog: +240)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Miro Jurkovic faces Kurban Omarov.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Marcos Rosales, Cardo Urso, and Matt Hume.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) An offer to touch gloves is completely ignored by Omarov.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Moving forward constantly, Jurkovic is pressuring Omarov.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Omarov lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Jurkovic misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 14:21) Jurkovic looked like he was going to shoot, but Omarov simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 14:21) Omarov lands a left hand and then hits Jurkovic with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:59) Jurkovic appeared to be going for a takedown, but Omarov took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 13:59) Omarov can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Jurkovic with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:48) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:48) Jurkovic misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:22) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Jurkovic, but Omarov was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 13:22) A jab hits home from Omarov and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:22) Blood is visible on Jurkovic, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 13:04) Jurkovic chooses to shoot in on Omarov.

(Rd 1 - 13:04) Jurkovic gets hold of a leg but Omarov remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 1 - 13:04) Jurkovic can't get Omarov down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:43) Omarov is trapped up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:43) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for thirty seconds or more.

(Rd 1 - 12:00) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Jurkovic keeps Omarov stuck against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:00) 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 - 10:48) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Marc Goddard brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 10:38) Jurkovic appeared to be going for a takedown, but Omarov took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 10:38) Omarov lands two left hands and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 10:08) Jurkovic comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 10:08) Omarov fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 10:08) Jurkovic can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Omarov with a right kick to the head.

(Rd 1 - 09:44) Omarov moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 09:44) Omarov lands a jab and then catches Jurkovic with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 09:21) Omarov can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Jurkovic with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 09:04) Omarov comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 09:04) Jurkovic had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 09:04) Omarov connects with a nice jab and then hits Jurkovic with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 08:49) Jurkovic initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 08:49) Omarov lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 08:49) Jurkovic lands a jab and then he hits Omarov with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 08:28) With Jurkovic bleeding, referee Marc Goddard pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 1 - 08:28) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 1 - 08:28) Referee Marc Goddard brings them to the center and we're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 08:21) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Jurkovic, but Omarov was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 08:21) Omarov lands a left jab, but Jurkovic avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 08:04) Omarov can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 07:46) Jurkovic shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 07:46) Jurkovic gets hold of a leg but Omarov remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 1 - 07:46) Jurkovic can't get Omarov down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 07:27) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:27) With Omarov stuck against the cage, Jurkovic tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 1 - 07:27) Omarov blocks the takedown attempt and turns Jurkovic around so that he has his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 07:06) Jurkovic uses his wrestling skills to prevent Omarov from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 06:49) Omarov hits Jurkovic, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 06:34) Jurkovic is trapped against the cage and Omarov hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 06:23) Omarov smothers Jurkovic against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 06:12) Omarov tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Jurkovic uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.

(Rd 1 - 05:56) Jurkovic is trapped against the cage and Omarov punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 05:41) Omarov goes to use some dirty boxing, but Jurkovic is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 1 - 05:21) With no progress being made, the referee separates the two fighters.

(Rd 1 - 05:21) Omarov is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 1 - 05:11) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Jurkovic, but Omarov was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 05:11) Omarov connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 05:11) Omarov may have damaged his hand with that last punch.

(Rd 1 - 05:11) If it's a break, that's really going to affect his striking ability dramatically.

(Rd 1 - 04:56) Jurkovic closes in on Omarov, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:56) A punch from Jurkovic fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Omarov gets close enough to clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Omarov tries to wrestle Jurkovic backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Omarov manages it and controls Jurkovic up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Showing his ability to exert control, Omarov smothers Jurkovic up against the cage.

(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 - 03:14) Omarov tries to keep him up against the cage, but Jurkovic works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Omarov 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 - 02:50) Omarov moves in and clinches.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Omarov is trying to push Jurkovic so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Omarov can't move Jurkovic at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Clinched with Omarov, Jurkovic looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) It doesn't work, Omarov defended against it well.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Clinched with Omarov, Jurkovic looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) The takedown is completed, Jurkovic gets side control from it.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Jurkovic attempts to move to mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) He mounts Omarov.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) Jurkovic fires away and Omarov is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 01:10) With Omarov taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 00:53) The winner, by TKO; Miro Jurkovic!

 

 

 

Official Result: Miro Jurkovic defeats Kurban Omarov (TKO (Strikes) at 14:07). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Miro Jurkovic thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks that a fight against Jarod Trice would probably be a great contest.

 

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Cory Hendricks (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Las Vegas, Nevada, Underdog: -130) vs. Csaba Hocz (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Hungary, Favorite: -140)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Cory Hendricks fights Csaba Hocz.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Sal D'Amato, Adelaide Byrd, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Hocz lands a nice right hook. Hendricks misses with a left jab but connects with a quick head kick.

(Rd 1 - 14:41) Hocz wobbles, but does not go down...he is hurt! He covers up, but Hendricks is already advancing to try and finish!

(Rd 1 - 14:41) Hendricks tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but it misses as Hocz quickly steps backward and out of range.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Circling back to the center, Hocz looks like he has regained his composure.

(Rd 1 - 14:24) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:24) Hendricks lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:24) Hocz is off-target with a jab but scores with a massive right hook to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 14:14) He's down! Hendricks falls to the floor!

(Rd 1 - 14:14) Hocz knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Hendricks, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 1 - 14:14) Hocz pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Hendricks.

(Rd 1 - 13:58) Hocz is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 13:58) Hendricks doesn't let Hocz get the mount, and so he remains at side control.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) Hendricks tries a sweep from the bottom of side control, but doesn't budge Hocz.

(Rd 1 - 13:18) Hocz throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 12:51) Hocz takes the back as Hendricks tries to sweep him!

(Rd 1 - 12:32) Hendricks finds himself in major trouble, as Hocz applies a tight body triangle.

(Rd 1 - 12:13) Hocz fires off some rights, but Hendricks isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 11:44) Hocz attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having the body triangle locked on tight.

(Rd 1 - 11:44) Hocz gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Hendricks has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 11:27) By submission, the winner is Csaba Hocz!

 

 

 

Official Result: Csaba Hocz defeats Cory Hendricks (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) at 3:33). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Csaba Hocz thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Csaba Hocz says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Marcus "Money" Sursa (18-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Las Vegas, Nevada, Underdog: +400) vs. Rashid Yusupov (12-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Makhachkala, Russia, Favorite: -510)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Marcus 'Money' Sursa goes head to head with Rashid Yusupov in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Sal D'Amato, Adelaide Byrd, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 14:51) Sursa moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Yusupov into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:51) Yusupov throws a counter right but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 14:51) A jab is wide from Sursa, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:40) Sursa comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:40) Yusupov lands a pair of tentative jabs.

(Rd 1 - 14:40) A flurry of four punches from Sursa see them all connect and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:10) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:10) Yusupov misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Sursa attacks with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:01) Looking a bit tense, Sursa moves around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 13:51) Sursa steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 13:51) Sursa throws a punch but Yusupov avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) Sursa attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) Yusupov fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) Two left hands land from Sursa, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 13:13) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 13:13) Sursa uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 13:13) Yusupov hits a two-punch combination, a quick right and a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 13:03) Shoulders hunched, Sursa studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 12:54) Moving forward constantly, Sursa is pressuring Yusupov.

(Rd 1 - 12:54) Yusupov hit two counter right hands.

(Rd 1 - 12:54) Sursa comes in fast and lands three quick punches and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 12:29) Sursa initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:29) Yusupov hit a counter right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:29) Sursa throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 12:10) Sursa comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 12:10) Yusupov hit a counter right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:10) Sursa throws a two-punch combo but Yusupov avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 11:51) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 11:23) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 11:03) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 10:43) Moving forward constantly, Sursa is pressuring Yusupov.

(Rd 1 - 10:43) Yusupov hit a counter right hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:43) Sursa hits a left hand but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 10:29) Taking a few gulps of breath, Sursa is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 1 - 10:15) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 10:15) Sursa is off target with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:15) Yusupov misses with a right jab but nails a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 10:01) Sursa comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 10:01) Yusupov scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 10:01) Attacking with a quick flurry, Sursa lands two of three punches but Yusupov avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 09:36) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 09:16) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 08:47) Sursa comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 08:47) Yusupov hit a counter right hand.

(Rd 1 - 08:47) A one-two from Sursa fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 08:38) Sursa rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 08:26) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 08:26) Yusupov misses with a big left hand, allowing Sursa to counter with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 08:13) Sursa comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 08:13) Yusupov throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 08:13) Sursa hits a left hand but Yusupov avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 07:52) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 07:52) Yusupov misses with a big left hand, allowing Sursa to counter with a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 07:31) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 07:31) Yusupov lands a right jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 07:31) Sursa finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 07:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:13) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 06:51) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 06:25) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 06:25) Yusupov scores with a jab but has a left hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 06:25) Sursa hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:12) A few deep breaths betray that Sursa is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 1 - 05:57) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 05:33) Sursa throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 05:23) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 04:58) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Sursa misses with a big right hand, allowing Yusupov to counter with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Moving forward constantly, Sursa is pressuring Yusupov.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Yusupov fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) A jab lands from Sursa but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Looking very tired, Sursa clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) With control of the clinch, Yusupov tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) It's unsuccessful, Sursa maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) With control of the clinch, Yusupov tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) The takedown is completed, Sursa is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Breathing very hard, Sursa is looking ragged.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Yusupov smothers Sursa with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) The clock runs down as Sursa is being smothered against the ground by Yusupov.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Yusupov attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Sursa allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) The scramble ends with Yusupov grabbing Sursa and shoving him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) With Sursa stuck against the cage, Yusupov tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) The takedown is successful, Sursa pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Yusupov throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Sursa works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Yusupov seizes the opportunity, Sursa was too slow and gets caught in side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Yusupov tries to lock Sursa in an arm triangle.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Sursa doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Yusupov blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Yusupov.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Rashid Yusupov!

 

 

 

Official Result: Rashid Yusupov defeats Marcus 'Money' Sursa (Unanimous Decision at 15:00). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Rashid Yusupov thanks everybody at Gorec for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, Rashid Yusupov celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. Rashid Yusupov is a good talker and really does well in these sort of interviews.

 

 

 

 

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LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Hans Stringer (22-8-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Zevenbergen, Netherlands, Favorite: -850) vs. Chester "El Fuego" Post (8-26-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Strathroy, Ontario, Underdog: +670)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The first of the main fights is Hans Stringer taking on Chester 'El Fuego' Post.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Herb Dean.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Marcos Rosales, Cardo Urso, and Matt Hume.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:52) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 14:34) Stringer shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 14:34) The takedown is successful, Post pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 14:19) Stringer tries a slicing elbow strike, but Post deflects it.

(Rd 1 - 14:06) Stringer begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 14:06) He manages to pass, but only to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 13:31) Stringer throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 13:05) Stringer starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 13:05) Stringer gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 11:56) Stringer tries to lock Post in an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 11:56) The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Post has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 11:32) Hans Stringer takes the win by submission!

 

 

 

Official Result: Hans Stringer defeats Chester 'El Fuego' Post (Submission (Armbar) at 3:28). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Hans Stringer gives a name-check to everyone at Berkut WCA Fight Team, all his various sponsors, then all his family, friends, and supporters. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks a fight against Abdul-Kerim Edilov would probably be a great contest.

 

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

James Bochnovic (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Kenosha, Washington, Even: -110) vs. Oscar "Hierra" Sosa (13-2, 0-0 CTC, San Pedro, Dominican Republic, Event: -110)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; James Bochnovic vs. Oscar 'Hierro' Sosa.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Herb Dean.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Marcos Rosales, Cardo Urso, and Matt Hume.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Sosa may have weighed in the same as Bochnovic yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Bochnovic can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Sosa gets hold of Bochnovic.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Using his wrestling skills, Sosa is trying to push Bochnovic up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Sosa manages it and controls Bochnovic up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:19) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Sosa is wearing Bochnovic down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight.

(Rd 1 - 14:19) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 13:14) Bochnovic is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free.

(Rd 1 - 13:14) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Sosa shows his grappling ability by trapping Bochnovic up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) About a minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 11:09) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 11:00) Coming forward, Sosa is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 11:00) Bochnovic throws a punch but Sosa was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 10:55) Sosa gets hold of Bochnovic.

(Rd 1 - 10:46) Using his wrestling skills, Sosa is trying to push Bochnovic up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 10:46) He does so and now has Bochnovic pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 10:28) Using tight body-to-body control, Sosa is slowly wearing Bochnovic down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 1 - 10:28) 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 - 09:52) Sosa smothers Bochnovic up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 09:52) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next thirty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 09:16) Bochnovic is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free.

(Rd 1 - 09:16) Sosa and Bochnovic remain up against the cage for the next thirty seconds, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 08:40) Unable to break free, Bochnovic is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 08:40) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 07:32) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee separating them.

(Rd 1 - 07:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:22) Sosa steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 07:22) Bochnovic lands a left hand and then catches Sosa with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 07:01) Bochnovic confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 07:01) It looked like we were about to see Sosa try and get some grappling started, but Bochnovic was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 07:01) Two jabs hit home from Bochnovic and then he hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 07:01) It's a knock out! Sosa is down and out!

(Rd 1 - 06:48) The winner, by knock out, is James Bochnovic!

 

 

 

Official Result: James Bochnovic defeats Oscar 'Hierro' Sosa (Knock Out (Punch) at 8:12). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: James Bochnovic thanks everyone connected to Rothwell MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then all his sponsors for supporting him financially. The interviewer asks who he'd be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Abdul-Kerim Edilov (wow, he's popular today) would be a tough challenge but one that he'd be interested in trying. He is a class act as an interviewee, he carries himself like a superstar.

 

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Jordan Johnson (12-2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Richmond, Virginia, Favorite: -780) vs. Lukasz Sudolski (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Szczecin, Poland, Underdog: +620)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Jordan Johnson against Lukasz Sudolski.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Adelaide Byrd, Marcos Rosales, and Cardo Urso.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) A one-two from Sudolski fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 14:40) Johnson seizes the chance and grabs Sudolski into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 14:30) Johnson uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Sudolski.

(Rd 1 - 14:12) Getting a good grip, Johnson appears to be looking to wrestle toward a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 14:12) Johnson doesn't get it, Sudolski blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 1 - 13:45) Johnson loses control of Sudolski, who breaks free from the grapple and backs off.

(Rd 1 - 13:21) Sudolski can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:17) Johnson seizes the chance and grabs Sudolski into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Using his wrestling skills, Johnson is trying to push Sudolski up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Sudolski ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 13:00) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Johnson is keeping Sudolski pressed up tightly against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 13:00) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(Rd 1 - 11:59) Sudolski is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 11:39) Sudolski uses his wrestling skills to prevent Johnson from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 11:23) Sudolski goes to the ribs, then the head, with short punches.

(Rd 1 - 11:08) Referee Mario Yamasaki decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 10:58) Sudolski closes in on Johnson, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 10:58) Sudolski throws a hook to the body, but Johnson steps back to avoid it.

(Rd 1 - 10:40) Johnson comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 10:40) Sudolski lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 10:40) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Johnson.

(Rd 1 - 10:21) Johnson hits a tentative left hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:21) A one-two from Sudolski fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 10:06) Johnson may have been aiming to get in close, but Sudolski aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 10:06) Sudolski fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Johnson with a beautiful right uppercut!

(Rd 1 - 10:06) Johnson wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 1 - 09:56) Sudolski quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Johnson!

(Rd 1 - 09:56) Sudolski pounds away, but Johnson calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 09:45) Sudolski throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 09:28) Sudolski throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 08:59) Sudolski blocks Johnson as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 08:47) Sudolski throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 08:25) Sudolski blocks Johnson as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 08:09) Using side control well, Sudolski raises up a leg to launch a knee strike.

(Rd 1 - 08:09) Sudolski is off balance as a result, and Johnson pulls away and tries to scramble for position!

(Rd 1 - 07:51) Sudolski is left turtled up with Johnson behind him.

(Rd 1 - 07:40) Johnson fires away with punches and Sudolski takes several shots that threaten to end the fight!

(Rd 1 - 07:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 07:29) Johnson unloads with massive right hands and Sudolski is getting destroyed!

(Rd 1 - 07:29) With Sudolski taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 07:12) The winner, by TKO, is Jordan Johnson!

 

 

 

Official Result: Jordan Johnson defeats Lukasz Sudolski (TKO (Strikes) at 7:48). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Jordan Johnson praises his team at Victory MMA, his various Sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here.

 

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Brian "The Predator" Rogers (14-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Independence, Ohio, Underdog: -110) vs. Shamil Akhmedov (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Makhachkala, Russia, Favorite: -140)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Brian 'The Predator' Rogers battles Shamil Akhmedov.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Mario Yamasaki is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Matt Hume, Sal D'Amato, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Showing great speed, Akhmedov shoots in on Rogers.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Rogers pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 14:39) Akhmedov fires away with punches, but Rogers doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 14:21) Rogers tries to smother Akhmedov by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 1 - 14:14) Akhmedov fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 13:56) Akhmedov doesn't allow Rogers to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 1 - 13:49) Akhmedov smothers Rogers with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 13:26) Akhmedov fires off some rights, but Rogers isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 13:10) Rogers tries to pull Akhmedov in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 1 - 13:02) Akhmedov fires off a few punches.

(Rd 1 - 12:43) Akhmedov doesn't let Rogers pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 1 - 12:33) Rogers is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Akhmedov off of him.

(Rd 1 - 11:56) With no progress being made, referee Mario Yamasaki brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 1 - 11:43) Rogers hits a left jab and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:22) Rogers fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:04) Akhmedov uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 11:04) Akhmedov gets a single leg takedown! Rogers pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 11:04) That's two takedowns from two attempts.

(Rd 1 - 10:53) The clock runs down as Rogers is being smothered against the ground by Akhmedov.

(Rd 1 - 10:30) Akhmedov throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Akhmedov doesn't allow Rogers to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 1 - 09:53) Akhmedov throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 09:33) Akhmedov smothers Rogers with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 09:07) Akhmedov lies on top of Rogers, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 08:43) Akhmedov throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 08:26) Akhmedov doesn't let Rogers pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 1 - 08:18) Akhmedov pounds away on Rogers but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 08:01) Rogers tries to smother Akhmedov by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 1 - 07:53) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 1 - 07:39) Showing great speed, Akhmedov shoots in on Rogers.

(Rd 1 - 07:39) Rogers cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 07:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 07:29) Akhmedov throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 1 - 06:59) Akhmedov lies on top of Rogers, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 06:23) Akhmedov looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 06:23) He can't get free of the guard.

(Rd 1 - 06:02) Rogers tries to get double underhooks on Akhmedov so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 1 - 05:54) Akhmedov throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 05:31) Akhmedov doesn't allow Rogers to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 1 - 05:23) Akhmedov lies on top of Rogers, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) With no progress being made, referee Mario Yamasaki stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) A jab is wide from Rogers, but then he catches Akhmedov with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Akhmedov chooses to shoot in on Rogers.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Akhmedov gets a single leg takedown! Rogers pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Akhmedov fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Rogers tries to get double underhooks on Akhmedov so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Time slips away as Akhmedov successfully keeps Rogers stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Akhmedov throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Rogers tries to get double underhooks on Akhmedov so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Akhmedov begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Rogers allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Rogers somehow ends up on top of Akhmedov in north-south position.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Rogers pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Rogers loses positional control for a moment, and it allows Akhmedov to scramble.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Rogers manages to come out on top, with Akhmedov pulling half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Rogers throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Rogers fires off some rights, but Akhmedov isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Rogers blocks Akhmedov as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Rogers tries to pound on Akhmedov, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that Akhmedov is the winner.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Shamil Akhmedov!

 

 

 

Official Result: Shamil Akhmedov defeats Brian 'The Predator' Rogers (Unanimous Decision at 15:00). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Shamil Akhmedov name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here. Shamil Akhmedov can certainly talk, and it makes him very marketable as a result.

 

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Robert Drysdale (7-0-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Las Vegas, Nevada, Favorite: -890) vs. Timo Feucht (8-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Leipzig, Germany, Underdog: +710)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Robert Drysdale taking on Timo Feucht.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Marcos Rosales, Cardo Urso, and Matt Hume.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Drysdale plays to the crowd during the introductions, looking like he doesn't have a care in the world.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Drysdale does some shadow-boxing during the intros, loosening up.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Drysdale hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Feucht lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:25) Feucht comes forward, walking down Drysdale.

(Rd 1 - 14:25) Drysdale hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:25) Feucht hits a left hand but Drysdale evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 14:06) Feucht comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:06) Drysdale misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:06) Feucht can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:36) Feucht closes in on Drysdale, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:36) Drysdale may have been aiming to get in close, but Feucht aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 13:36) A jab lands from Feucht, but Drysdale avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 13:18) Feucht throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 13:10) Drysdale seizes the chance and grabs Feucht into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 13:00) Drysdale is trying to push Feucht so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 13:00) Feucht ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:45) Drysdale catches Feucht with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 12:39) Drysdale catches Feucht with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 12:31) Feucht gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 12:19) Feucht is trapped against the cage and Drysdale punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 12:04) Feucht gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 11:58) Drysdale smothers Feucht against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 11:43) Feucht is trapped against the cage and Drysdale hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 1 - 11:29) Feucht is trapped against the cage and Drysdale hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 1 - 11:16) Feucht is trapped against the cage and Drysdale hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 10:56) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 1 - 10:45) Feucht steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 10:45) Drysdale tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 10:45) Feucht throws a two-punch combo but Drysdale avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 10:20) Feucht steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 10:20) Feucht moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 10:20) Feucht throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 10:03) Feucht comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 10:03) Drysdale lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 10:03) A feint is bought entirely by Drysdale, leaving him wide open.

(Rd 1 - 10:03) Feucht throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 09:44) Circling warily, Drysdale is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 09:44) A one-two from Feucht fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 09:30) Drysdale moves in fast and clinches with Feucht.

(Rd 1 - 09:22) Drysdale uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Feucht as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 09:03) Using his wrestling skills, Drysdale is trying to push Feucht up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 09:03) Drysdale manages it and controls Feucht up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 08:48) Drysdale hits Feucht, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 08:32) Drysdale tries to keep him up against the cage, but Feucht works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 08:13) Feucht throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 07:54) There's a takedown attempt from Drysdale, who set it up well.

(Rd 1 - 07:54) Drysdale gets a single leg takedown! Feucht pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 07:47) Drysdale seems to be trying to loosen the guard in an attempt to create a leglock opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 07:47) Feucht keeps his guard tight.

(Rd 1 - 07:30) Feucht gets the double underhooks in and pulls Drysdale close, controlling him well.

(Rd 1 - 06:58) Drysdale tries to loosen the guard, possibly thinking about a leglock.

(Rd 1 - 06:58) Feucht keeps his guard tight.

(Rd 1 - 06:35) Drysdale doesn't allow Feucht to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 1 - 06:25) Perhaps looking to create space for a leglock, Drysdale tries to break the guard apart.

(Rd 1 - 06:25) Feucht blocks it by keeping his guard secure.

(Rd 1 - 06:00) Feucht applies double underhooks and keeps Drysdale from launching any attacks.

(Rd 1 - 05:33) Drysdale looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 05:33) He passes the guard well, gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Drysdale attempts to kimura Feucht from side control.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) A kimura is locked in tight, Feucht has his arm bent at a terrible angle!

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Shockingly, Drysdale loses it! Feucht pops his arm free, and has somehow survived!

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Feucht is still under side control though and so the threat of more submission attempts remains.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Feucht takes the opportunity well and manages to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Drysdale looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Drysdale passes to side control with ease.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Drysdale keeps Feucht guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Feucht brings his legs in to trap Drysdale in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Drysdale throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) Feucht tries to work some sort of positional change.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) Drysdale shuts him down, leaving Feucht turtled up.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Drysdale hits a short knee to the side of the head of the turtled Feucht.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Drysdale tries to set up a D'Arce choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Drysdale sinks the D'Arce choke in fully...Feucht has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 01:19) By submission, the winner is Robert Drysdale!

 

 

 

Official Result: Robert Drysdale defeats Timo Feucht (Submission (D'Arce Choke) at 13:41). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Robert Drysdale thanks everyone connected to Drysdale Jiu-Jitsu for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Robert Drysdale celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. There's no doubt about it that he knows how to talk with the best of them, his natural charisma shined here.

 

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Emanuel "The Hardcore Kid" Newton (26-13-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Norwalk, California, Favorite: -320) vs. Karl "King" Albrektsson (9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Sweden, Underdog: +250)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Emanuel 'The Hardcore Kid' Newton takes on Karl 'King' Albrektsson.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Sal D'Amato, Adelaide Byrd, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) A jab lands from Albrektsson, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:35) Albrektsson uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:16) Albrektsson can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:57) Albrektsson fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 13:39) Albrektsson looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:39) Albrektsson lands a left jab, but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:12) Albrektsson can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 12:52) Albrektsson lands a jab and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:35) A jab is wide from Albrektsson, but then he hits Newton with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 12:18) Albrektsson lands a left jab, but Newton steps back to avoid a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 11:57) Newton lands a pair of tentative jabs.

(Rd 1 - 11:57) Albrektsson lands a left jab, but Newton avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 11:35) Albrektsson looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:35) Newton uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 1 - 11:35) Albrektsson lands a left hand and then hits Newton with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 11:22) Newton appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Albrektsson took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 11:22) Albrektsson connects with a jab, but a big right head kick is wide of the mark.

(Rd 1 - 11:06) Albrektsson is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 1 - 10:54) Newton looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 1 - 10:54) Albrektsson connects with two left jabs, but then can't connect with a head kick.

(Rd 1 - 10:34) A jab is wide from Albrektsson, but then he hits Newton with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 10:16) Albrektsson confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 10:16) Albrektsson throws a punch but Newton was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 10:03) Albrektsson can't connect with a jab, but then catches Newton with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 09:41) It looked like we were about to see Newton try and get some grappling started, but Albrektsson was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 09:41) Albrektsson can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 09:28) Newton hits a tentative left hand.

(Rd 1 - 09:28) Albrektsson throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 09:24) A few deep breaths betray that Albrektsson is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 1 - 09:11) Albrektsson connects with two left jabs, but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 08:41) Albrektsson hits a couple of minor left hands, but Newton steps back to avoid a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 08:21) Albrektsson can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Newton with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 08:13) Albrektsson doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 1 - 07:59) Albrektsson lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:43) A defensive jab hits from Newton.

(Rd 1 - 07:43) Albrektsson fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Newton with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 07:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 07:29) Newton wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 07:29) Albrektsson doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 07:24) With a clear opportunity, Newton is able to move in fast and clinch with Albrektsson.

(Rd 1 - 07:16) Newton tries to wrestle Albrektsson backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 07:16) Albrektsson doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 1 - 06:58) Newton tries to pick Albrektsson up for a slam.

(Rd 1 - 06:58) Newton has him! Slams him down! Albrektsson pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 06:44) Newton looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 06:44) Newton passes to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 06:07) Newton is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 06:07) Half guard proves to be no trouble for Newton, who passes to side control with ease.

(Rd 1 - 05:26) Newton throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 05:07) Albrektsson tries to move to guard, but Newton doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Newton attempts the mount.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Albrektsson rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Newton attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Albrektsson defends himself well against the choke.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Albrektsson tries a roll, but doesn't budge Newton.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Newton pounds away, landing several clean blows on Albrektsson in the process.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Newton tries to finish Albrektsson off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Newton gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Albrektsson has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 02:52) By submission, the winner is Emanuel Newton!

 

 

 

Official Result: Emanuel 'The Hardcore Kid' Newton defeats Karl 'King' Albrektsson (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) at 12:08). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Emanuel Newton praises his team at Bodyshop MMA, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Emanuel Newton celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Nick Roehrick (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Orlando, Florida, Underdog: +350) vs. Smealinho "The Prince" Rama (11-5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Calgary, Alberta, Favorite: -450)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Nick Roehrick squaring off with Smealinho 'The Prince' Rama.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Sal D'Amato, Adelaide Byrd, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 14:50) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Roehrick scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Rama misses with a left jab but hits a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 14:14) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:14) Rama hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 14:14) Roehrick scores with a jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 14:01) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:01) Rama hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:01) Roehrick hits a jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 13:44) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:44) Roehrick misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 13:29) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:29) Roehrick misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Rama to attack with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Rama misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Roehrick attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 1 - 12:47) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:47) Rama goes to the body with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:47) Roehrick hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 12:35) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:35) Roehrick hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 12:35) Rama hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:13) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:13) Roehrick fools Rama with a feint.

(Rd 1 - 12:13) Roehrick counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a left kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 11:49) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 11:49) Roehrick hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 11:49) Rama scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 11:36) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:36) Rama counters a leg kick with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 11:17) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 10:57) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 10:57) Roehrick goes to the legs with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 10:57) Rama is off target with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:41) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 10:41) Rama counters a right hand with a jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:18) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 10:18) Rama scores with a jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:18) Roehrick hits a jab and also connects with a thumping kick to the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 09:52) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 09:52) Roehrick dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 09:41) Taking a few gulps of breath, Roehrick is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 1 - 09:41) Rama has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 1 - 09:36) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 09:36) Rama hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 09:36) Roehrick is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 09:15) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 09:15) Rama slips past a right hook and counters with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 08:57) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 08:57) Rama misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Roehrick to attack with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 08:47) Rama is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 1 - 08:39) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 08:39) Roehrick misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Rama to attack with a jab and a wicked right uppercut!

(Rd 1 - 08:24) Roehrick wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 1 - 08:24) Rama starts pounding away on Roehrick, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 1 - 08:24) Rama pounds away with right hands and Roehrick is having trouble doing anything about it!

(Rd 1 - 08:24) The referee jumps in quickly as Roehrick has gone out!

(Rd 1 - 08:04) Smealinho 'The Prince' Rama takes the win by knock out!

 

 

 

Official Result: Smealinho 'The Prince' Rama defeats Nick Roehrick (Knock Out (Punch) at 6:56). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Smealinho Rama gives a name-check to everyone involved at Zingano BJJ, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy to be here. Smealinho Rama is a good talker and really does well in these sort of interviews.

 

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

"King Mo" Muhammed Lawal (21-10-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Temecula, California, Favorite: -260) vs. Ibo "The Last Ottoman" Aslan (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Austria, Underdog: +200)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'King Mo' Muhammed Lawal faces Ibo 'The Last Ottoman' Aslan.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Sal D'Amato, Adelaide Byrd, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:49) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 14:21) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:21) Lawal misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Aslan comes in with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 13:57) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:57) Lawal misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) Aslan misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Aslan.

(Rd 1 - 13:05) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:05) Lawal hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:05) Aslan hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 12:47) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:47) Lawal misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 12:12) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:12) Aslan misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Lawal comes in with a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 11:54) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 11:54) Lawal dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 11:35) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 11:35) Aslan hits a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 11:35) Lawal connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:23) As he backs off it becomes clear that Aslan is on rubbery legs, that last shot rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 11:23) Lawal uses a spectacular flying knee! Aslan didn't take all of it though, and doesn't go down.

(Rd 1 - 11:07) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 10:30) Moving forward constantly, Lawal is pressuring Aslan.

(Rd 1 - 10:30) Aslan hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 10:30) Lawal fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Aslan with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:17) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 10:04) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Aslan.

(Rd 1 - 10:04) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.

(Rd 1 - 10:04) We're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 09:56) Lawal comes forward, walking down Aslan.

(Rd 1 - 09:56) Aslan hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 09:56) A one-two from Lawal fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 09:44) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 09:18) Lawal moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Aslan into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 09:18) Aslan misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 09:18) Lawal can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Aslan with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 09:13) Lawal is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 1 - 09:06) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 08:50) Looking a bit tense, Aslan moves around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 08:37) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 08:37) Lawal misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left jab and an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm.

(Rd 1 - 08:18) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 08:18) Aslan hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 08:18) Lawal scores with a massive right hook to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 08:06) Aslan collapses, that shot knocked him out!

(Rd 1 - 08:06) The winner, by knock out; Muhammed Lawal!

 

 

 

Official Result: 'King Mo' Muhammed Lawal defeats Ibo 'The Last Ottoman' Aslan (Knock Out (Punch) at 6:54). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Muhammed Lawal thanks everyone connected to American Top Team for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and answers that Smealinho Rama would be someone who he'd like to compete against. A lively, charismatic speaker, Muhammed Lawal is great at using these interviews to sell himself.

 

 

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Corey "Overtime" Anderson (13-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Rockford, Illinois, Favorite: -860) vs. Steven "Warzone" Warby (8-3-1-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Auckland, New Zealand, Underdog: +680)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The co-main event is up next. Corey 'Overtime' Anderson goes head to head with Steven 'Warzone' Warby in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Matt Hume, Sal D'Amato, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Anderson clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 14:52) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 14:27) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 14:08) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:08) Warby hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:08) Anderson lands a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:47) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:47) Warby misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:47) Anderson finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 13:28) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:28) Anderson is off target with a left jab but nails a right cross. Warby scores with a jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:02) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 13:02) Warby hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 13:02) Anderson lands a left jab and also scores with a massive right hook to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 12:55) Warby hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 12:55) Anderson moves in quickly, kneeling beside Warby and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 1 - 12:55) Anderson pounds away with right hands and Warby is having trouble doing anything about it!

(Rd 1 - 12:55) Referee Marc Goddard jumps in and saves Warby from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 12:43) The winner, by TKO, is Corey 'Overtime' Anderson!

 

 

 

Official Result: Corey 'Overtime' Anderson defeats Steven 'Warzone' Warby (TKO (Strikes) at 2:17). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Corey Anderson gives a name-check to everyone at Ricardo Almeida Jiu-Jitsu, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Dominick "The Devastator" Reyes (12-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Victorville, California, Favorite: -840) vs. "Pezao" Vinny Magalhaes (19-12-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +670)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 30:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Dominick 'The Devastator' Reyes goes head to head with 'Pezao' Vinny Magalhaes in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) The referee is Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) Our judges are: Matt Hume, Sal D'Amato, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 29:47) Magalhaes scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 1 - 29:47) Reyes can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a spinning back kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 29:29) Reyes confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 29:29) Magalhaes scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 1 - 29:29) Reyes lands two left hands, but Magalhaes avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 29:03) Reyes moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 29:03) Magalhaes appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Reyes took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 29:03) Reyes lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 28:48) A jab is wide from Reyes, but then he catches Magalhaes with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 28:34) Magalhaes uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 1 - 28:34) Reyes can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 28:34) It looks like Magalhaes has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 1 - 28:17) Magalhaes looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 1 - 28:17) Reyes hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 28:04) Reyes confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 28:04) Reyes connects with a jab, but Magalhaes evades a big right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 27:50) A jab is wide from Reyes, but then he hits Magalhaes with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 27:39) Reyes lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 27:22) Reyes closes in on Magalhaes, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 27:22) Reyes fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 1 - 27:05) Reyes can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 26:50) Magalhaes, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 1 - 26:50) Reyes lands two left hands, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 26:35) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Magalhaes.

(Rd 1 - 26:35) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, it's clearly a deep one...and he signals that the fight should be stopped!

(Rd 1 - 26:35) The winner, by TKO due to a cut, is Dominick 'The Devastator' Reyes!

 

 

 

Official Result: Dominick 'The Devastator' Reyes defeats 'Pezao' Vinny Magalhaes (TKO (Cut) at 3:25). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Dominick Reyes thanks everyone connected to Xtreme Couture for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Dominick Reyes celebrates winning his debut fight with CTC. He is charismatic, and that helps him benefit from these interviews.

 

 

 

Attendance: 909

Gate Reciepts: $93,172

Sponsorship: $45,565

Ad Revenue: $491,327

Merchandise: $5,360

 

Fighter Pay: $183,480 (Highest Paid: Corey Anderson, $45,800)

Drug Testing: $12,000

Production: $35,313

 

Profit: $404,631

 

Critical Rating: 72%

Commercial Rating: 62%

 

Fight of the Night: Corey Anderson vs. Steven Warby

KO of the Night: James Bochnovic (vs. Oscar Sosa)

Submission of the Night: Robert Drysdale (vs. Timo Feucht)

 

 

 

TOURNAMENT DRAW

 

 

 

 

News

 

- Jarod Trice suffered a Minor Hand Injury during his victory over Mateusz Symoczko, and will miss about three weeks of training, this should not affect his ability to continue in the Grand Prix.

 

- Kurban Omarov suffered a Minor Hand Injury during his loss to Miro Jurkovic, and will miss three weeks plus of training. It should not affect his ability to continue in the Grand Prix.

 

- The drug tests are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 6, and all fighters (including Cyborg), have come back clean.

 

- Canadian Strawweight fighter Ludovico Carignan, who has yet to begin his pro MMA career, and is a free agent has announced his intention to compete in the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship in a few months. No doubt many MMA organizations, including Canadian Tournament Combat will be keeping an eye on how he does.

 

 

 

Predictions

 

None

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Friday, Week 4, January 2021

 

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: "Hands of Stone" Sam Stout (20-12-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +780) vs. Mike "The Martian" Ricci (11-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #19, Favorite: -980)

 

Sam Stout is a striker, with a very skillful and technical striking set, with both punches, and kicks. Despite his name he has never been particularly powerful. He can defend himself on the ground a bit. He hasn't fought since 2015, and is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round TKO loss to Frankie Perez in his last fight. Mike Ricci is a versatile mixed martial artist, who has a good technical striking game, and can attack with strikes, or submissions on the ground. He last fought in 2016, and is coming off a second round TKO loss to Jason High in his last fight.

 

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: "The Canadian Gangster" Olivier Aubin-Mercier (11-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Favorite: -470) vs. Ryan Machan (24-9, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #20, Underdog: +370)

 

Olivier Aubin-Mercier is a jiu-jitsu student, who has a good submission game, earning eight victories by submissions, and a mediocre striking game. He is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Arman Tsarukyan in his last fight. Ryan Machan has heavy hands to go along with his background in submission wrestling. 17 of his victories have come by submission. He last fought in 2016, and at the time was on a six fight winning streak, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Cody McKenzie in his last fight.

 

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: John "The Bull" Makdessi (17-7, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #3, Favorite: -270) vs. David "Caveman" Rickels (21-6-2NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #10, Underdog: +210)

 

John Makdessi can be a devastating striker on his day, especially brutal with his kicks, but he doesn't have much of a ground game. He recently snapped a three game winning streak, losing by Unanimous Decision to Francisco Trinaldo in his last fight. David Rickels, despite his outlandish costumes, and antics, is a skilled mixed martial artist, who poses a threat from anywhere in the fight, but isn't especially strong at any one thing. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Yaroslav Amosov in his last fight.

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: T.J. Grant (21-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -150) vs. Williamy "Chiquerim" Friere (26-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #8, Underdog: -120)

 

T.J. Grant is a three time provincial wrestling champion, and is a good offensive wrestler, who has developed some decent BJJ, and good Muay Thai. His takedown defence is lacking and he has very little punching power. He has not fought since 2013, and is on a five fight winning streak, and coming off a first round TKO victory over Gray Maynard in his last fight. Willamy Friere has decent low kicks, but mostly just tries to get the fight to the ground an keep it there, where his strong BJJ allows him to work submissions. He hasn't fought since 2013, and his last fight was a win because of disqualification against Paulo Dantas.

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Patricky "Pitbull" Friere (23-9, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Underdog: +100) vs. Mateusz "Gamer" Gamrot (17-1-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #5, Favorite: -130)

 

Patricky Pitbull has a strong BJJ background, but is not afraid to stand up. On the ground, Patricky is more of a positional grappler, though he has dangerous chokes from most positions. Standing, Freire's defence is weak, but he has nice hand speed and power. He recently broke a seven fight losing streak, losing a Unanimous Decision to Tofiq Musayev in his last fight. Mateusz Gamrot is an overpowering wrestler, who likes to take fights to the ground, where he has an excellent ground game, and is capable of winning fights with either strikes or submissions. Gamrot is coming off a Split Decision loss to Guram Kutateladze in his last fight.

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Mairbek "Beckan" Taisumov (27-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -460) vs. "Rajin" Kajan Johnson (23-14-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #6, Underdog: +360)

 

Mairbek Taisumov is an excellent striker, who is very mobile, and has good punching power. His ground game is a work in progress, but he's shown some submission skills. He recently broke a six fight winning streak, losing a Unanimous Decision to Diego Ferreira in his last fight. Kajan Johnson is a striker, who has decent punches and kicks. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Split Decision loss to Rustam Khabilov in his last fight.

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: "The Texecutioner" James Vick (13-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #7, Favorite: -460) vs. Anthony "The Genius" Romero (8-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Underdog: +360)

 

James Vick is a former boxer, but his low kicks are among his better strikes. He can defend takedowns, but will have trouble once taken down. He is on a four fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round knock out loss to Niko Price in his last fight. Anthony Romero is a devastating striker with both kicks and punches, and has a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, that he mostly uses defensively.

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Mark "Boots" Holst (12-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #18, Underdog: +380) vs. Paul "Sassangle" Sass (14-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -480)

 

Mark Holst is a one-dimensional striker, who has some decent strikes, but his complete lack of any skill on the ground has always been a problem. He has not fought since 2013, and is coming off a Majority Decision loss. Paul Sass is a powerful BJJ player. His standup is raw, and his ground game is reliant on his dangerous guard. He recently snapped a two fight losing streak, with a first round submission victory over Rod Montoya in his last fight

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Efrain "Hecho En Mexico" Escudero (31-16, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #12, Favorite: -680) vs. Jason Saggo (12-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #17, Underdog: +540)

 

Efrain Escudero is highly trained in the arts of wrestling, and kickboxing, making him dangerous anywhere the fight can go. He recently broke a three fight losing streak, by winning a third round submission victory over Leonard Smith in his next fight. Jason Saggo has a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, he can strike a bit but his strength is dealing with submissions on the ground. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a second round knock out loss to Gilbert Burns.

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Mark Bocek (13-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -640) vs. Mike Sledzion (3-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #24, Underdog: +510)

 

Mark Bocek is a highly trained Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu player, with heavy hands, but prefers to get the fight to the ground, and work submissions for his finishes. He hasn't fought since 2014, and is coming off a Split Decision victory over Mike de la Toree in his last fight. Mike Sledzion is a good mixed martial artist, with decent skills at everything, but no really good skills. He is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a second round TKO loss to Adam Assensa in his last fight

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand PRix First Round Bout: Chris Wade (17-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #13, Favorite: -600) vs. "Fearless" Lance Gibson Jr. (3-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +470)

 

Chris Wade is an excellent wrestler, and also has some kickboxing training. He recently broke a three fight winning sterak, losing a Unanimous Decision to Loik Radzhabov. Lance Gibson JR. is a fighter with massive punching power, and decent skilled punching. He has won all three of his professional fights, and is coming off a first round knock out victory over Dominic Jones in his last fight.

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Daron "The Detroit Superstar" Cruickshank (23-13-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #11, Favorite: -560) vs. Jesse "The Body Snatcher" Ronson (23-10, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +440)

 

Daron Cruickshank, the son of a lifelong martial artist mixes an exciting brand of Taekwondo with stifling wrestling. His kicks are deadly, but his ground defence is suspect, with 8 of his 13 losses coming by submission. He recently broker a three fight losing streak with a Unanimous Decision victory over Deivison Francisco Ribeiro in his last fight. Jesse Ronson is a former kickboxing world champion. While he likes to strike, he makes the most of his weak wrestling, with a decent submission game. His last fight was a first round submission victory over Nicolas Dalby in the UFC.

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Ronys Torres (37-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #16, Favorite: -1200) vs. Collin "The Boss" Baikie (2-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC rank: Unranked, Underdog: +950)

 

Ronys Torres is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and is also a highly skilled Muay Thai striker, he has devastating ground and pound, as well as a slick submission game. He recently broke a 12 fight winning streak with a Unanimous Decision loss to Shamil Zavurov in Road FC. Collin Baikie is a striker, with has heavy hands, but has developed a reputation of either knocking guys out, or being knocked out, not one of his fights have gone to the judges, and all have finished in the first round. He has some positional ability on the ground, but no real threat. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over David Daigneault-Savard in his last fight.

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Koji Takeda (11-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #21, Underdog: +140) vs, Kurt Southern (14-7, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #14, Favorite: -180)

 

Koji Takeda is a strong boxer, with good technique, and likes to work from smothering top control, though he poses little threat from any ground position, he has phenomenal submission defence. He is on a three fight winning streak, and is coming off a Split Decision victory over Yuki Kawana in his last fight. Kurt Southern is a wrestler, who likes to work from on top on the ground. With eight of his 14 wins coming by submission, he is always a threat on the ground. He is coming off a third round technical submission loss to Nick Rhoads in his last fight.

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Curtis "The Demon" DeMarce (18-15, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #9, Underdog: -130) vs. Rafa "Gifted" Garcia (12-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #15, Favorite: -140)

 

Curtis DeMarce can be dangerous from anywhere in the fight, he has a creative and varied striking game with a decent technical base, and can also attack with submissions if a fight goes to the ground. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a second round knock out loss to Darren Smith Jr. his last time out. Rafa Garcia has heavy hands, but his strength is on the ground, where he has 7 submission victories. He also has excellent submission defence to protect himself while he works. He has won all 12 of his professional fights, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Humberto Bandenay in his last fight.

 

 

 

Lightweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Alex Ricci (10-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #23, Underdog: +420) vs. Mandel Nallo (7-1-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #22, Favorite: -530)

 

Alex Ricci is a mixed martial artist. He has heavy hands, and decent boxing, but likes to get the fight to the ground, where he can work a decent positional game, most often leading to brutal ground and pound. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round TKO loss to Paul Felder in his last fight. Mandel Nallo is a mixed martial artist who is dangerous from anywhere in the fight, with powerful high kicks, strong wrestling and takedowns, and the ability to strike or submit on the ground for finishes. His cardio is not very good, so perhaps 15 straight minutes of fighting will be too much for him. His last fight, with Saad Awad in Bellator was ruled a no contest, when Nallo kneed Away in the groin rendering him unable to continue the bout.

 

 

 

Weigh-In Results

 

Sam Stout (155 lbs) vs. Mike Ricci (155 lbs)

Olivier Aubin-Mercier (155 lbs) vs. Ryan Machan (155 lbs)

John Makdessi (155 lbs) vs. David Rickels (155 lbs)

T.J. Grant (155 lbs) vs. Willamy Friere (155 lbs)

Patricky Friere (155 lbs) vs. Mateusz Gamrot (155 lbs)

Mairbek Taisumov (155 lbs) vs. Kajan Johnson (155 lbS)

James Vick (155 lbs) vs. Anthony Romero (155 lbs)

Mark Holst (155 lbs) vs. Paul Sass (155 lbs)

Efrain Escudero (155 lbs) vs. Jason Saggo (155 lbs)

Mark Bocek (155 lbs) vs. Mike Sledzion (155 lbs)

 

Chris Wade (155 lbS) vs. Lance Gibson Jr. (155 lbs)

Daron Cruikshank (155 lbs) vs. Jesse Ronson (155 lbS)

Ronys Torres (155 lbs) vs. Collin Baikie (155 lbs)

Koji Takeda (155 lbs) vs. Kurt Southern (155 lbs)

Curtis DeMarce (155 lbs) vs. Rafa Garcia (155 lbs)

Alex Ricci (155 lbs) vs. Mandel Nallo (155 lbs)

 

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 8 Full Fight Card

 

LW: Sam Stout vs. Mike Ricci

LW: Olivier Aubin-Mercier vs. Ryan Machan

LW: John Makdessi vs. David Rickels

LW: T.J. Grant vs. Willamy Friere

LW: Patricky Freire vs. Mateusz Gamrot

LW: Mairbek Taisumov vs. Kajan Johnson

LW: James Vick vs. Anthony Romero

LW: Mark Holst vs. Paul Sass

LW: Efrain Escudero vs. Jason Saggo

LW: Mark Bocek vs. Mike Sledzion

 

LW: Chris Wade vs. Lance Gibson Jr.

LW: Daron Cruickshank vs. Jesse Ronson

LW: Ronys Torres vs. Collin Baikie

LW: Koji Takeda vs. Kurt Southern

LW: Curtis DeMarce vs. Rafa Garcia

LW: Alex Ricci vs. Mandel Nallo

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<p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/29e99fc7-c1ff-4ec7-8dcf-7d5e4ad30e94" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC8.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Friday, Week 4, January 2021</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Live From Quebec City, Quebec</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="color:#FF0000;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">PRELIMINARY CARD</span></strong></span></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/0eeabbd9-4d51-4f89-8a69-653dbf481a71" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Alex_Ricci.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Alex_Ricci.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/6ce7e545-e8a3-4255-b5eb-672648efd296" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Mandel_Nallo.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Mandel_Nallo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Alex Ricci (10-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Woodbrige, Ontario, Underdog: +420) vs. Mandel Nallo (7-1-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Vancouver, British Columbia, Favorite: -530)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) The first of the prelim fights is Alex Ricci going head to head with Mandel Nallo.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Josh Rosenthal.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Ricardo Almeida, and Doug Crosby.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) They touch gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:46) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:13) Moving forward constantly, Nallo is pressuring Ricci.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:13) Ricci lands a left hand in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:13) Nallo can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Ricci with a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:53) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:18) Nallo steps forward and a striking exchange begins.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:18) Ricci manages a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:18) Nallo connects with a nice jab and then he hits Ricci with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:56) Both fighters step in to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:56) Nallo misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:44) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:22) Nallo steps forward, looking to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:22) Nallo bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:22) Nallo hits a left jab and then he catches Ricci with a right kick to the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:09) Nallo is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:02) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:43) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:19) The two fighters come forward and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:19) Nallo lands a left jab and a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:19) Ricci is off-target with a jab but hits a good right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:59) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:42) Both fighters meet in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:42) Nallo is off target with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:42) Ricci is off target with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:35) A few deep breaths betray that Nallo is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:26) Moving forward constantly, Nallo is pressuring Ricci.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:26) Ricci hit a counter left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:26) A jab lands from Nallo but Ricci avoids a big right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:16) Nallo is looking really tired.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:02) They come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:02) Nallo is off target with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:02) Ricci has a right hand taken on the gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:38) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:24) Nallo moves confidently around the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:17) They engage in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:17) Ricci hits a left cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:17) Nallo lands a left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:13) Nallo studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:02) Nallo steps forward and a striking exchange begins.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:02) Ricci lands two left hands in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:02) Nallo throws a two-punch combo but Ricci avoids both.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:47) They engage in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:47) Nallo has a right hand taken on the gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:47) Ricci is off-target with a jab and also has a right hook blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:32) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:23) Nallo clinches up, looking shattered.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:23) Nallo looks for a trip takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:23) Ricci stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:12) With control of the clinch, Ricci tries to complete a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:12) The takedown is successful, Nallo pulls guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:52) Ricci begins trying to pass the guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:52) Nallo was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:39) Nallo brilliantly manages to take his opponent's back!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:27) Nallo attempts to complete a rear naked choke.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:27) Ricci defends himself well against the choke.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:11) Ricci tries to move Nallo off his back but can't.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:53) Nallo tries to put Ricci in a rear naked choke.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:53) Ricci doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:32) Nallo looks very, very tired.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:32) Nallo blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:17) Nallo tries to finish Ricci off with a rear naked choke.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:17) Ricci doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:55) Ricci tries to turn over and sweep Nallo but can't do it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:31) Nallo attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:31) Ricci defends himself well against the choke.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:55) Nallo blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:31) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:18) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:18) Nallo hits a left cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:18) Ricci hits a left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:18) Ricci looks to have been cut under his eye.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:11) For the first time, Ricci is starting to breathe a little heavier.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:59) Nallo comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:59) Ricci manages a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:59) Nallo throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:44) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:26) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:26) Nallo lands a left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:26) Ricci lands a nice right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:07) They come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:07) Nallo finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:07) Ricci hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:53) Ricci acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:48) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:48) Ricci misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Nallo to attack with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:26) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:26) Nallo doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross. Ricci connects with a left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:12) Nallo, looking shattered, can't stop Ricci pulling him into a clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:12) Ricci is looking to muscle Nallo back against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:12) Ricci manages it and controls Nallo up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:56) Nallo looks exhausted.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:56) Ricci tries to throw a knee but Nallo uses wrestling to prevent it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:39) Ricci catches Nallo with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:24) Ricci scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:13) Ricci scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:02) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Ricci.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:02) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:02) The fight will be restarted in the center!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:51) Nallo moves in and clinches.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:34) Nallo looks for a trip takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:34) Ricci cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:21) Nallo lunges forward and slams his shoulder into Ricci.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:14) Ricci tries to ensnare an arm.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:14) Nallo gets caught in an armbar, but needn't panic as there's only a few seconds left!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Ricci.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) Alex Ricci wins by unanimous decision!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Alex Ricci defeats Mandel Nallo (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Alex Ricci name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Alex Ricci says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/3f41b053-0415-48ad-9aa7-00431e95bab5" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Curtis_Demarce.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Curtis_Demarce.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/79717a86-b911-41df-a26d-c1be9cb37b02" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Rafa_Garcia.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Rafa_Garcia.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Curtis "The Demon" DeMarce (18-15, 0-0 CTC, From: Brandon, Manitoba, Underdog: -130) vs. Rafa "Gifted" Garcia (12-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Baja California, Mexico, Favorite: -140)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Curtis 'The Demon' DeMarce facing Rafa 'Gifted' Garcia.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Dan Miragliotta.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Ricardo Almeida, and Doug Crosby.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:47) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:22) Both fighters step in to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:22) DeMarce uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:22) Garcia hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:08) DeMarce comes forward.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:08) Garcia fires off a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:08) DeMarce fools Garcia with a feint.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:08) A jab lands from DeMarce but finds nothing but air with a big right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:56) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:56) Garcia misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing DeMarce to attack with a left cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:34) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:34) DeMarce hits a left cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:34) Garcia lands a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:13) Moving forward constantly, Garcia is pressuring DeMarce.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:13) DeMarce lands a left hand in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:13) Garcia fools DeMarce with a feint.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:13) Garcia hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:54) They come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:54) DeMarce misses with a big right hand, allowing Garcia to counter with a left jab and a nice right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:34) Both fighters meet in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:34) DeMarce hits a left jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:34) Garcia finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:22) DeMarce rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:16) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:16) DeMarce is off-target with a jab but scores with a left kick to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:16) Garcia uses a left jab and also nails a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:52) The two fighters come forward and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:52) Garcia lands a left jab but misses a right hook. DeMarce scores with a jab and also hits a glancing blow with a high kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:28) Moving forward constantly, Garcia is pressuring DeMarce.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:28) DeMarce hit two counter left hands.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:28) Garcia connects with a jab but misses with a vicious right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:19) Garcia acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:07) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:07) DeMarce misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:57) Garcia moves confidently around the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:43) They engage in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:43) DeMarce is off-target with a jab and also doesn't make contact on a low kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:43) Garcia throws a leg kick but doesn't make contact.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:27) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:03) Looking a bit tense, DeMarce moves around the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:48) Both fighters move in and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:48) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:48) DeMarce doesn't connect with a left jab and also misses a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:48) Garcia doesn't connect with a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:26) They come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:26) DeMarce lands a left kick to the rib cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:26) Garcia hits a good right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:07) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:43) Both fighters meet in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:43) Garcia hits a left cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:43) DeMarce hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:34) Garcia rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:25) They come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:25) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:25) Garcia has a right hook blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:25) DeMarce has a right hand taken on the gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:08) Garcia moves forward, constantly trying to pressure DeMarce into exchanging strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:08) DeMarce lands a left hand in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:08) A jab is wide from Garcia, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:49) Both fighters meet in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:49) DeMarce hits a jab but misses with a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:49) Garcia is off-target with a jab but scores with a stinging right high kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:36) DeMarce looks shaken! He appears to be on rubbery legs after that last strike!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:36) Garcia moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! DeMarce goes down!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:23) We move into the second half of this round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:23) Garcia moves in quickly, kneeling beside DeMarce and starting to hammer down with punches!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:23) Garcia pounds away with rights, DeMarce is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:23) DeMarce goes limp for a second, referee Dan Miragliotta leaps in to stop the fight!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:03) Rafa Garcia takes the victory by way of knock out!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Rafa 'Gifted' Garcia defeats Curtis 'The Demon' DeMarce (Knock Out (Punch) in 7:57 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Giving thanks, Rafa Garcia praises his team at Entram Gym, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Rafa Garcia gives a show of respect to his opponent.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/0dbffb7c-b7e4-45ea-b7cc-449bbcee8825" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Koji_Takeda.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Koji_Takeda.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/8f7e375b-642f-45b1-9675-1c3cf54a0766" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Kurt_Southern.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Kurt_Southern.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Koji Takeda (11-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Misato, Japan, Underdog: +140) vs. Kurt Southern (14-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Favorite: -180)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Koji Takeda faces Kurt Southern.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Mario Yamasaki.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ricardo Almeida, Doug Crosby, and Adelaide Byrd.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:54) Takeda steps forward, looking to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:54) Southern hits two left hands on the counter.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:54) Takeda connects with a nice jab and then he catches Southern with a left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:37) Both fighters come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:37) Takeda misses with an attempted body shot and gets countered with a left jab and a right cross that just misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:15) They engage in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:15) Southern easily checks a leg kick and counters with a nice left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:04) They come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:04) Southern hits a left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:04) Takeda uses a right jab and also hits a glancing high kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:35) Takeda steps forward and a striking exchange begins.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:35) Southern throws a counter left but doesn't connect.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:35) Takeda can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:10) Both fighters step in to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:10) Takeda hits a jab but doesn't connect with a left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:10) Southern lands a left jab and a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:51) Takeda forces an exchange of strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:51) Southern hit two counter left hands.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:51) Takeda connects with a jab but his big left hand follow-up misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:34) Takeda initiates an exchange of strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:34) Southern fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:34) Takeda throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:24) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:50) Both fighters come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:50) Southern is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:50) Takeda hits a right jab and also nails a left cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:27) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:00) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:00) Takeda counters a roundhouse kick with two jabs that are followed by a great left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:49) Southern looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:49) Takeda hits a straight left hand! Dazed, Southern continues to cover up.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:41) Takeda goes under the guard and floors Southern with a left uppercut!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:32) Moving quickly, Takeda comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:32) Southern is back to his feet too quickly though.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:01) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:28) Takeda comes forward, walking down Southern.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:28) Southern hits a jab in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:28) Takeda opens Southern up with a feint.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:28) Takeda uses a right jab but a big left to the body fails to find the target.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:13) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:42) Takeda forces an exchange of strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:42) Southern fires off a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:42) Takeda lands a right hand and then he lands a left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:26) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:26) Southern hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:26) Takeda uses a right jab and also scores with a great left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:00) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:37) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:13) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:58) Moving forward constantly, Takeda is pressuring Southern.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:58) Southern hits a jab in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:58) Takeda connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight left.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:39) Takeda comes forward to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:39) Southern hit a counter left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:39) Takeda can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he hits Southern with a beautiful left uppercut!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:39) Southern hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:32) Takeda quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Southern!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:32) Takeda pounds away with lefts, Southern is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:32) Referee Mario Yamasaki is forced to jump in and stop the fight!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:18) Koji Takeda takes the win by TKO!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Koji Takeda defeats Kurt Southern (TKO (Strikes) in 8:42 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Giving thanks, Koji Takeda praises his team at Brave Gym, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Koji Takeda says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. Koji Takeda did great in the interview.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/93b8a33b-efa8-4cb9-9789-0574ceba7093" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Ronys_Torres.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Ronys_Torres.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/4f59f88e-be40-4ffa-b510-5dd340bc7103" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Collin_Baikie.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Collin_Baikie.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Ronys Torres (37-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Manacapuru, Brazil, Favorite: -1200) vs. Collin "The Boss" Baikie (2-2, 0-0 CTC, From: North West River, Labrador, Underdog: +950)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Ronys Torres faces Collin 'The Boss' Baikie.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Josh Rosenthal.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Nelson Hamilton, Ricardo Almeida, and Doug Crosby.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:53) Torres comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:53) Baikie manages a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:53) Torres can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:31) Torres comes forward to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:31) Torres moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Baikie.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:31) Torres lands a left hand and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Baikie.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:14) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:50) Torres chooses to shoot in on Baikie.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:50) Baikie cannot stop the takedown and only catches Torres in half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:41) Torres throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:11) Torres pounds away, but Baikie calmly deals with them.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:52) Torres attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:52) Baikie can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Torres gains side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:54) Torres starts threading his arm around, perhaps trying to set up a D'Arce choke from side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:54) The D'Arce choke is fully applied, Baikie has no option but to tap out!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:32) By submission, the winner is Ronys Torres!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Ronys Torres defeats Collin 'The Boss' Baikie (Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 3:28 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Ronys Torres thanks his sponsors, and all of his fans. Torres says that he was working on that choke during training and that he is glad that it paid off. Ronys Torres can certainly talk, and it makes him very marketable as a result.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/997ddacd-8070-44fb-9901-f0b3a10241ad" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Daron_Cruickshank.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Daron_Cruickshank.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/fae08072-0a15-4795-8738-b3b2d16ffcfd" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Jesse_Ronson.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Jesse_Ronson.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Daron "The Detroit Superstar" Cruickshank (23-13-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Wayne, Michigan, Favorite: -560) vs. Jesse "The Body Snatcher" Ronson (23-10, 0-0 CTC, From: London, Ontario, Underdog: +440)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Daron 'The Detroit Superstar' Cruickshank faces Jesse 'The Body Snatcher' Ronson.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Josh Rosenthal.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Sal D'Amato, Nelson Hamilton, and Ricardo Almeida.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:52) Both fighters come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:52) Ronson misses with a right jab but scores with a left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:52) Cruickshank doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:40) Both fighters step in to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:40) Cruickshank is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:40) Ronson hits a two-punch combination, a quick right and a straight left.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:22) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:51) They engage in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:51) Ronson sees a head kick coming and counters Cruickshank with a quick right jab and a left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:32) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:32) Ronson counters a body shot with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:12) The two fighters come forward and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:12) Cruickshank misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Ronson to attack with a quick right jab and a left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:55) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:22) They come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:22) Cruickshank hits a jab but has a right hook blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:22) Ronson finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:06) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:29) Cruickshank parries away a body kick and counters with a jab and a quick kick to the lead leg.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:06) They come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:06) Ronson uses a pair of right jabs and also scores with a left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:06) Cruickshank is off target with a left jab but scores with a great right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:41) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:41) Cruickshank misses a right hook and gets countered with a right jab and a nice left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:19) Both fighters meet in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:19) Cruickshank misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Ronson attacks with a couple of jabs that are followed by an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:53) The two fighters come forward and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:53) Ronson scores with a jab but fails on a leg kick attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:53) Cruickshank lands a three strike combination that ends with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:21) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:56) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:22) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:22) Cruickshank misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Ronson to attack with a jab and a left hook that is avoided at the last second.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:59) Both fighters meet in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:59) Ronson misses with a head kick attempt and gets countered with a quick head kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:53) Ronson almost falls over as he backs off...that last shot may have genuinely rocked him!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:53) Ronson is dropped by a big right hook!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:39) Cruickshank senses victory and starts to unload with punches!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:39) Cruickshank pounds away, Ronson is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:39) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:19) The winner, by TKO; Daron Cruickshank!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Daron 'The Detroit Superstar' Cruickshank defeats Jesse 'The Body Snatcher' Ronson (TKO (Strikes) in 7:41 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Daron Cruickshank thanks everyone connected with Michigan Top Team for helping him prepare for this fight, then thanks his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/156fdd6a-22f9-45f3-a009-36707a4522ad" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Chris_Wade.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Chris_Wade.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/4926a978-33b7-4944-9f5e-212d2f74a2b0" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Lance_Gibson_Jr.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Lance_Gibson_Jr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Chris Wade (17-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Long Island, New York, Favorite: -600) vs. "Fearless" Lance Gibson Jr. (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Port Moody, British Columbia, Underdog: +470)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Chris Wade goes up against 'Fearless' Lance Gibson Jr. in the CTC Lightweight division.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Dan Miragliotta.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Adelaide Byrd, Sal D'Amato, and Nelson Hamilton.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:50) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Wade, but Gibson Jr. was more aggressive and took the initiative.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:50) A flurry of three punches from Gibson Jr. see them all connect and then lands a left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:26) Gibson Jr. closes in on Wade, looking to unleash some strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:26) Gibson Jr. can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice straight left that lands hard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:13) Setting it up with excellent timing, Wade comes forward and shoots for the takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:13) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Gibson Jr. has to pull guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:06) Wade tries to pass the guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:06) Wade passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Gibson Jr. starts scrambling.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:54) The scramble results in Gibson Jr. being on his back pulling guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:37) Wade is trying to pass guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:37) Wade struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:42) Wade throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:14) Wade tries to pound on Gibson Jr., but none of the blows land with any degree of power.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:57) Wade attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:57) Gibson Jr. keeps Wade in guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:57) Gibson Jr. is defending with tenacity, he is doing everything possible to frustrate Wade. It's not pretty, but it is effective.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:26) The lack of progress forces referee Dan Miragliotta to stand the fighters back up.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:11) Wade chooses to shoot in on Gibson Jr..</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:11) Wade gets the takedown! Gibson Jr. pulls guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:02) Wade throws some minor strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:37) Wade attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:37) He passes guard but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:24) The scramble fails to secure either fighter a dominant position, and they both end up standing.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:56) Gibson Jr. confidently comes in closer.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:56) Wade had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:56) Gibson Jr. connects with two right hands and then hits Wade with a straight left.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:56) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Wade.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:33) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Wade, but Gibson Jr. was more aggressive and took the initiative.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:33) Gibson Jr. lands a jab and then hits Wade with a beauty of a straight left.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:18) Wade appeared to be going for a takedown, but Gibson Jr. took the initiative first.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:18) Gibson Jr. connects with a jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:04) Wade shoots in for a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:04) The takedown is completed, Gibson Jr. is on his back and pulls guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:54) In guard, Wade begins working to pass to side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:54) Wade passes guard, but Gibson Jr. was ready and a scramble for position ensues.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:39) The scramble leaves Gibson Jr. on top in side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:27) We move into the second half of this round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:27) Gibson Jr. throws a few left hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:10) Gibson Jr. throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:47) Gibson Jr. blocks an attempt to pull guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:36) Gibson Jr. unloads with left hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:17) Gibson Jr. blocks Wade as he tries a transition to guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:06) Gibson Jr. tries to pound on Wade, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:53) Wade tries to pull guard on Gibson Jr. but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:36) Gibson Jr. fires off some lefts, but Wade isn't troubled by them.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:22) Wade tries to move to guard, but Gibson Jr. doesn't allow it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:06) Gibson Jr. throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:41) Wade tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:28) Referee Dan Miragliotta decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:15) With Wade bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:15) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:15) The fight will be restarted in the center!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:00) Gibson Jr. lands a jab and then lands a left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:46) Showing great speed, Wade shoots in on Gibson Jr..</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:46) Wade gets hold of a leg but Gibson Jr. remains standing, hopping on the other foot.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:46) Wade drives Gibson Jr. up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:35) With Gibson Jr. stuck against the cage, Wade gets the underhooks and looks for a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:35) A Greco-Roman slam floors Gibson Jr., Wade executed it well.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:35) The takedown leaves Gibson Jr. seated with his back pressed against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:06) Wade tries to put Gibson Jr. into a guillotine choke.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:06) Gibson Jr. fights off the guillotine attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:45) Gibson Jr. hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:28) Wade tries to improve his position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:28) He does brilliantly, and manages to get full mount on Gibson Jr.!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:54) Wade tries to pound on Gibson Jr., but none of the blows land with any degree of power.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:40) Wade blocks the attempt to push off the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:26) Wade fires away with punches, but Gibson Jr. doesn't take any undue damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:15) Gibson Jr. tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Wade.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:03) Wade pounds away, landing several clean blows on Gibson Jr. in the process.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:45) Wade pounds away, landing several clean blows on Gibson Jr. in the process.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:26) Wade pounds away with lefts and Gibson Jr. is eating some heavy shots!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:13) Wade fires away with punches, but Gibson Jr. doesn't take any undue damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that Wade is the winner.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Chris Wade!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Chris Wade defeats 'Fearless' Lance Gibson Jr. (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Chris Wade thanks everyone connected to Long Island MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then thanks his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says he is already looking forward to the next fight.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="color:#FF0000;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">MAIN CARD</span></strong></span></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Broadcast Live On Tournament TV Around The World</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Broadcast Team: Mauro Ranallo, Patrick Cote, Jessica Rakoczy</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/5999a75b-c62b-4a20-af9a-ad4a872dec92" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Mark_Bocek.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Mark_Bocek.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/2d5367ef-43b1-479a-97b1-2674d25bb713" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Mike_Sledzion.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Mike_Sledzion.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Mark Bocek (13-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Favorite: -640) vs. Mike Sledzion (3-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Orillia, Ontario, Underdog: +510)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) The first of the main fights is Mark Bocek squaring off with Mike Sledzion.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Mario Yamasaki is the referee for this fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Doug Crosby, Adelaide Byrd, and Sal D'Amato.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:48) Sledzion hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:27) Bocek comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:27) Sledzion misses with a left hand in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:27) A jab hits home from Bocek and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:03) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:40) A jab lands from Sledzion, but his big right hand follow-up misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:16) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:46) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:25) Bocek moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Sledzion into exchanging strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:25) Sledzion hits a jab in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:25) A jab is wide from Bocek, but then he hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:25) Sledzion hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:20) Bocek knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Sledzion, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:20) Bocek unloads with massive right hands and Sledzion is getting destroyed!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:20) Sledzion is out! The referee leaps in and stops the fight!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:05) The winner, by knock out; Mark Bocek!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Mark Bocek defeats Mike Sledzion (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:55 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Mark Bocek thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/11682159-65be-4985-8e01-41df1a11e0d7" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Efrain_Escudero.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Efrain_Escudero.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/05afe554-796c-4774-b6a5-0c3e18d25f74" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Jason_Saggo.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Jason_Saggo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Efrain "Hecho En Mexico" Escudero (31-16, 0-0 CTC, From: Tuscon, Arizona, Favorite: -680) vs. Jason Saggo (12-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Bolton, Ontario, Underdog: +540)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Efrain 'Hecho en Mexico' Escudero competes against Jason Saggo.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta is the referee for this fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Doug Crosby, Adelaide Byrd, and Sal D'Amato.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:51) Escudero moves in on Saggo, preparing to throw.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:51) Saggo may have been aiming to get in close, but Escudero aggressively took the initiative.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:51) Escudero hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:38) Showing good hand speed, Escudero lands three out of a flurry of three punches and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:15) Escudero moves in on Saggo, preparing to throw.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:15) A punch from Escudero fails to land.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:04) Saggo uses a left jab while backing away.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:04) Escudero doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:04) Escudero was too aggressive and his last kick gets caught!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:55) Holding the leg, Saggo tries for a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:55) Saggo drives Escudero up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:40) Saggo attempts a trip to put Escudero on the ground.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:40) Escudero stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple and put Saggo against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:12) Escudero smothers Saggo against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:52) Saggo is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:39) Escudero catches Saggo with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:24) Escudero tries to get Saggo into a Muay Thai clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:24) Escudero achieves it, Saggo could not fight out of it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:06) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Escudero scores with a knee to the chest, but it came from a bad angle and didn't have much power.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:52) Saggo blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:21) Using the clinch, Escudero hits a knee to the ribs, but couldn't generate a lot of power behind it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:10) Saggo tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:31) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Escudero scores with a knee to the chest, but it came from a bad angle and didn't have much power.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:18) Saggo finally breaks free of the Muay Thai clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:13) Escudero can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Saggo with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:03) Escudero steps in and looks to unleash.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:03) Escudero fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:45) Escudero fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:34) Saggo shoots in, looking for a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:34) Saggo couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Escudero hops in place on the other.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:34) Saggo drives Escudero up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:21) Saggo looks to take Escudero down with a trip.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:21) Saggo can't get the trip, as Escudero wrestles his way into a dominant position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:54) Escudero uses dirty boxing to punish Saggo while he is pressed up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:40) Saggo uses his wrestling skills to prevent Escudero from attacking with dirty boxing.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:22) Saggo lands a few quick punches to the side of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:11) Saggo gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:05) Escudero is aiming to get Saggo into a Muay Thai clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:05) He has it hooked, Saggo needs to find a way out quickly.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:50) Escudero tries a knee strike, but Saggo blocks it and wrestles his way out of the Muay Thai clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:11) For the first time, Escudero is starting to breathe a little heavier.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:02) Escudero can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:47) Saggo chooses to shoot in on Escudero.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:47) Escudero stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:20) Escudero moves in closer, ready to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:20) A punch from Escudero fails to land.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:10) Escudero closes in on Saggo, looking to unleash some strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:10) Saggo looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Escudero simply took the initiative first.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:10) Escudero can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:58) Escudero closes in on Saggo, looking to unleash some strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:58) Escudero throws a punch but Saggo avoids it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:45) Escudero can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:29) Saggo appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Escudero took the initiative first.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:29) A jab is wide from Escudero, but then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Saggo.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:01) Saggo hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:01) Escudero uses a left jab, but Saggo dodges the leg kick that follows.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:40) Escudero can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a fantastic right cross!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:40) Saggo is knocked down!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:36) Escudero moves in quickly to try and finish Saggo with stomps and kicks!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:36) Saggo is back to his feet too quickly though.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:11) Escudero moves in closer, ready to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:11) Escudero connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:48) Escudero connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:33) Two defensive jabs hit from Saggo, but neither had any power.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:33) Escudero tries to go to the body with a sharp hook but is off-target.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:12) Escudero steps in and looks to unleash.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:12) Escudero hits a left jab and then lands a big right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:51) Escudero looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:51) Saggo appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Escudero took the initiative first.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:51) Escudero hits a left jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Saggo.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:30) Escudero moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:30) A punch from Escudero fails to land.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:15) Escudero lands a jab and then catches Saggo with a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:07) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Escudero is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:54) Escudero moves in closer, ready to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:54) Escudero connects with a nice jab and then hits Saggo with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:42) Saggo chooses to shoot in on Escudero.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:42) Saggo can't get past the sprawl of Escudero and has to give up on the takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:22) Escudero lands a left hand and then catches Saggo with a crunching right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:03) Escudero confidently comes in closer.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:03) Saggo appeared to be going for a takedown, but Escudero took the initiative first.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:03) Escudero fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Saggo with a beauty of a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:59) Breathing very hard, Escudero is looking ragged.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:47) Escudero connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:33) Saggo keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and shoot on Escudero.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:33) Escudero lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:14) Saggo shoots in for a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:14) Saggo gets hold of a leg but Escudero remains standing, hopping on the other foot.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:14) Saggo can't get Escudero down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given Escudero the win.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) Efrain 'Hecho en Mexico' Escudero wins by unanimous decision!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Efrain 'Hecho en Mexico' Escudero defeats Jason Saggo (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Efrain Escudero gives a name-check to everyone at MMA Lab, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to his next fight.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/9c60471e-b343-4649-aa8d-1c543e99e75d" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Mark_Holst.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Mark_Holst.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/d9bd702b-ae96-4e04-9ca5-e43b707970a9" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Paul_Sass.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Paul_Sass.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Mark "Boots" Holst (12-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Ottawa, Ontario, Underdog: +380) vs. Paul "Sassangle" Sass (14-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Liverpool, England, Favorite: -480)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Mark 'Boots' Holst goes head to head with Paul 'Sassangle' Sass.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta will be the referee.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Sal D'Amato, Nelson Hamilton, and Ricardo Almeida.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:46) Sass chooses to shoot in on Holst.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:46) Sass gets hold of a leg but Holst remains standing, hopping on the other foot.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:46) Sass can't get Holst down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:30) Sass looks to take Holst down with a trip.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:30) He trips Holst, sending him down!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:30) Holst gives up his back off the takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:15) Sass tries to get a body triangle hooked up, but can't.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:03) Holst tries to turn over.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:03) Holst turns over and spins, ending up on top in guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:52) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Holst keeps very tight to Sass and peppers him with short strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:39) Sass reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:39) Sass gets an armbar and straightens it out, Holst has to tap out!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:59) The winner, by submission; Paul Sass!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Paul 'Sassangle' Sass defeats Mark 'Boots' Holst (Submission (Armbar) in 2:01 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Paul Sass thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. He knows exactly how to handle these sorts of interviews, and is great at creating a buzz about himself.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/aea33fb1-99a3-4ab1-b93c-96c1c60e40a5" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="James_Vick.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/James_Vick.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/2a4537f5-50b3-4d98-b2a3-94b22627ca1b" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Anthony_Romero.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Anthony_Romero.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>"The Texecutioner" James Vick (13-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Forest, Texas, FAvorite: -460) vs. Anthony "The Genius" Romero (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Ontario, Canada, Underdog: +360)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Texecutioner' James Vick goes head to head with Anthony 'The Genius' Romero.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Dan Miragliotta.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Doug Crosby, Adelaide Byrd, and Sal D'Amato.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:50) Romero shoots in, looking for a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:50) Vick almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Romero holds the other.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:50) Romero can't get Vick down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:36) Romero looks to sweep a leg out from under Vick so as to take him down with a trip.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:36) It's unsuccessful, Vick maintained a good solid base.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:19) Romero goes low and comes up holding a single leg, leaving Vick hopping and in danger of getting taken down.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:19) Sweeping the standing leg, Romero puts Vick down hard! Vick is left looking up at his opponent.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:56) Vick is hit with a sharp kick to the calf.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:41) Romero kicks Vick to the thigh.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:26) Romero looks to get on top of Vick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:26) Romero almost sneaks around, but Vick ultimately holds him in guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:08) Romero pounds away, but Vick calmly deals with them.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:51) Vick tries to pull Romero in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:35) Romero starts trying to work to get past the guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:35) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Vick starts a scramble for position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:22) Vick manages to come out on top, with Romero pulling guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:04) Vick throws a few right hands to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:42) Romero pulls Vick in close, then glances an elbow strike off the side of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:31) Vick fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:20) Romero tries to sweep Vick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:20) The sweep is partially successful, at least in unbalancing Vick, and suddenly there's a wild scramble for position as both fighters look for an advantage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:09) Romero is left turtled up with Vick behind him.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:51) Vick unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:34) Vick unloads with big right hands, but Romero is able to deal with most of them.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:18) Taking advantage of a pause, Romero scrambles back up, but Vick gets back control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:11) Vick gives up back control and steps back, unhappy with his position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:53) Vick throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:44) Seizing the opportunity, Romero clinches.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:37) Romero is looking to muscle Vick back against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:37) Vick ends up backed against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:22) With the cage trapping Vick, Romero looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:22) The takedown is successful, Vick pulls half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:04) Romero fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:52) Vick tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Romero doesn't allow it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:39) Romero throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:14) Romero blocks an attempted sweep.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:03) In half guard, Romero throws a couple of punches designed to keep Vick guessing.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:42) Romero pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:30) Romero blocks an attempted sweep.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:09) Romero attempts to pass half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:09) Vick allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:57) Vick manages to come out on top, holding Romero down in turtle position, facing him.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:39) Vick prepares to throw a soccer kick to the body, but Romero is able to spring back up and step away.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:23) Romero had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:23) Vick lands a jab and then scores with a right head kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:01) Vick connects with a nice jab and then scores with a leg kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:38) Vick throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:29) Romero moves in fast and shoots on Vick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:21) Vick stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:55) Vick lands a jab and then hits Romero with a powerful leg kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:34) Vick comes in looking to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:34) Romero hits a tentative left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:34) Vick can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Romero with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:30) Romero is limping slightly.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:24) Romero hits a tentative left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:24) Vick can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right head kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:24) Romero has a large gash on his forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward his eyes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:18) Vick is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:11) Vick confidently comes in closer.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:11) Romero lands a left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:11) Vick uses a left jab, but misses when he attempts a big head kick to follow.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:47) Romero comes forward to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:47) Vick fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:47) Romero lands a jab and then he catches Vick with a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:32) There's a takedown attempt from Romero.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:32) Vick almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Romero holds the other.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:32) Romero uses the position to drive Vick up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:15) Romero looks to take Vick down with a trip.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:15) Romero uses a superb outside leg trip!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:15) Romero ends up holding a seated Vick around the waist, pressing him up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:57) Romero fires away with right hands, but Vick doesn't take much damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:37) Romero tries to pound on Vick, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:22) Vick, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:00) Romero fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:44) Vick, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:17) Romero pounds away with punches but does minimal damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:02) Romero pounds away, but Vick isn't troubled by the strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:50) Vick hits Romero with a few weak strikes to the back.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:29) Romero attempts to guillotine Vick, who is stuck against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:29) Vick doesn't allow the guillotine to be applied.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:11) Vick hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have Romero down as the winner.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) Making Anthony 'The Genius' Romero the winner by unanimous decision!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Anthony 'The Genius' Romero defeats 'The Texecutioner' James Vick (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Giving thanks, Anthony Romero praises his team at Niagara Top Team, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Anthony Romero celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/311d98d2-0efa-4391-b30f-a249b0e2ce95" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Mairbek_Taisumov.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Mairbek_Taisumov.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/1a59eb57-9962-43d3-a196-2311f5947576" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Kajan_Johnson.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Kajan_Johnson.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Mairbek "Beckan" Taisumov (27-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Vienna, Austria, Favorite: -460) vs. "Rajin'" Kajan Johnson (23-14-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Burns Lake, British Columbia, Underdog: +360)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Mairbek 'Beckan' Taisumov faces 'Rajin'' Kajan Johnson.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Mario Yamasaki.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Doug Crosby, Adelaide Byrd, and Sal D'Amato.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:52) Both fighters move in and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:52) Taisumov dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a great right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:47) Johnson almost falls over as he backs off...that last shot may have genuinely rocked him!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:47) Taisumov pounces and smashes Johnson with a big right hand! Down he goes!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:36) Taisumov knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Johnson, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:36) Taisumov pounds away on Johnson, landing several great shots that rock him!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:36) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:23) By TKO, the winner is Mairbek Taisumov!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Mairbek 'Beckan' Taisumov defeats 'Rajin'' Kajan Johnson (TKO (Strikes) in 0:37 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Giving thanks, Mairbek Taisumov praises his team at Tiger Muay Thai, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/20b225af-fcbb-49ca-8547-b230a0d98cf1" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Patricky_Freire.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Patricky_Freire.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/4099606f-3d50-4956-89e6-48f6a092c81a" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Mateusz_Gamrot.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Mateusz_Gamrot.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Patricky "Pitbull" Freire (23-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Natal, Brazil, Underdog: +100) vs. Mateusz "Gamer" Gamrot (17-1-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Poznan, Poland, Favorite: -130)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Patricky 'Pitbull' Freire going up against Mateusz 'Gamer' Gamrot.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Josh Rosenthal.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Nelson Hamilton, Ricardo Almeida, and Doug Crosby.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:55) Gamrot appeared to be going for a takedown, but Pitbull took the initiative first.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:55) Pitbull can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Gamrot with a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:47) Pitbull throws a two-punch combo but Gamrot avoids both.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:42) Gamrot seizes the chance and grabs Pitbull into a clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:33) With a good grip giving him solid control over Pitbull, Gamrot looks to wrestle him down.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:33) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a belly-to-belly! Pitbull pulls half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:22) Gamrot fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:02) Gamrot keeps Pitbull guessing with a few quick strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:46) Gamrot tries to pass the half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:46) Gamrot passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Pitbull starts scrambling.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:34) The scramble leaves Gamrot on his back pulling guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:22) Pitbull fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:04) Pitbull pounds away, but Gamrot isn't troubled by the strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:53) Gamrot pulls Pitbull in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:38) Pitbull tries to pass the guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:38) He passes guard but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:23) Pitbull ends up in side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:09) Pitbull throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:51) Gamrot tries to move to guard, but Pitbull doesn't allow it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:34) Pitbull throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:15) Gamrot tries to pull guard on Pitbull but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:02) Pitbull tries to ensnare Gamrot in an armbar.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:02) Gamrot doesn't allow the armbar to be applied.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:31) Pitbull blocks Gamrot as he tries a transition to guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:14) Pitbull throws a few right hands to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:50) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:42) Pitbull comes in looking to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:42) Gamrot appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Pitbull took the initiative first.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:42) Pitbull fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:26) Gamrot, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:26) Pitbull throws a punch but Gamrot was equal to it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:22) Gamrot seizes the chance and grabs Pitbull into a clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:14) Gamrot is trying to push Pitbull so that his back is up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:14) Gamrot achieves it, pinning Pitbull to the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:54) Gamrot uses a vicious foot stomp.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:48) Showing his ability to control opponents, Gamrot simply smothers Pitbull against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:48) They remain up against the cage for the next thirty seconds, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:17) Showing good control, Gamrot keeps Pitbull stuck against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:17) The gruelling grappling contest continues for about the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:24) Pitbull takes a hard foot stomp.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:11) Pitbull is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:00) Pitbull is trapped up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:00) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:47) With no progress being made, the referee separates the two fighters.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:37) Setting it up with excellent timing, Gamrot comes forward and shoots for the takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:37) Pitbull almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Gamrot holds the other.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:37) Gamrot uses the position to drive Pitbull up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:22) Gamrot tries to keep him up against the cage, but Pitbull works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:01) Pitbull lands a jab and then hits Gamrot with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:43) Pitbull uses a left jab, but Gamrot evades a big right punch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:36) Gamrot is able to grab Pitbull.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:28) Gamrot is trying to muscle Pitbull up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:28) Gamrot manages it and controls Pitbull up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:12) Using tight body-to-body control, Gamrot is slowly wearing Pitbull down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:12) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:14) Pitbull is pressed up against the cage and held there.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:14) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further thirty seconds.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:30) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:30) Pitbull is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:19) Pitbull fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Gamrot with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:15) Without taking too much damage, Gamrot is able to clinch with Pitbull.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:07) Gamrot has solid control and appears to be trying to set up a suplex attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:07) Pitbull blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:54) Gamrot tries to wrestle Pitbull backward and up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:54) Gamrot manages it and controls Pitbull up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:42) Gamrot looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Pitbull works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:27) Gamrot is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:19) There's a takedown attempt from Gamrot, showing great power and speed.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:19) Pitbull almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Gamrot has hold of one leg.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:19) Gamrot can't get Pitbull down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:08) Gamrot tries to maintain control, but Pitbull wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:46) Pitbull fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Gamrot with a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:43) Without taking too much damage, Gamrot is able to clinch with Pitbull.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:33) Gamrot is trying to push Pitbull so that his back is up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:33) Gamrot can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:22) Pitbull looks to take Gamrot down with a trip.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:22) Pitbull doesn't get the trip, Gamrot instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:02) Gamrot is trying to push Pitbull so that his back is up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:02) Gamrot does it, Pitbull is stuck with his back to the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time expires on round one, and that is the end of the fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) Here come the official decisions.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have Gamrot down as the winner.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) Mateusz 'Gamer' Gamrot wins by unanimous decision!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Mateusz 'Gamer' Gamrot defeats Patricky 'Pitbull' Freire (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Giving thanks, Mateusz Gamrot praises his team at American Top Team, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Mateusz Gamrot celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. There's no doubt that Mateusz Gamrot benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/903a5a11-ce20-49de-a0c7-5889bacdf9dc" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="T.J._Grant.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/T.J._Grant.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/a2117432-d358-43d5-bca4-c113e069ef0a" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Willamy_Freire.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Willamy_Freire.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>T.J. Grant (21-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia, Favorite: -150) vs. Willamy "Chiquerim" Freire (26-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Underdog: -120)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; T.J. Grant battling Willamy 'Chiquerim' Freire.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Dan Miragliotta.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Doug Crosby, and Adelaide Byrd.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:52) Grant shoots in for a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:52) The takedown is unsuccessful, Chiquerim sprawled well to block it and manages to push Grant down so that he is on his hands and knees.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:35) Grant gets up sharply, seeing that Chiquerim was preparing to throw a vicious soccer kick to the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:12) The fighters get in close and clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:12) Grant seems to be the aggressor.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:03) Grant tries to take Chiquerim down.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:03) It's unsuccessful, Chiquerim maintained a good solid base.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:44) Grant looks for a trip takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:44) Chiquerim is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull guard!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:25) Grant starts trying to work to get past the guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:25) He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:01) Chiquerim applies double underhooks and keeps Grant from launching any attacks.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:39) Grant throws some minor strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:18) In guard, Grant begins working to pass to side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:18) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Chiquerim tries to get back up.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:04) Chiquerim manages to come out on top, with Grant pulling guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:47) Not giving his opponent any room to work, Chiquerim keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:28) Grant smothers Chiquerim with close control, stopping him from posturing up.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:49) Chiquerim throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:26) Grant looks to hit Chiquerim with an elbow to the top of the head, but gets smothered.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:07) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, Chiquerim keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:56) Grant pulls Chiquerim close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:38) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Dan Miragliotta standing them both back up.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:25) Grant comes in, looking for a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:25) Chiquerim sprawls brilliantly, not only preventing the takedown but pushing Grant down onto his hands and knees.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:09) Grant gets up sharply, seeing that Chiquerim was preparing to throw a vicious soccer kick to the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:47) They come together in a clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:47) Grant manages to get control of the clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:39) Grant is looking to get Chiquerim in a Muay Thai clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:39) He has it hooked, Chiquerim needs to find a way out quickly.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:19) From the Muay Thai clinch, Chiquerim eats a big elbow.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:08) Grant keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:42) Grant tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Chiquerim isn't able to get free of the clinch either.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:02) Chiquerim partially blocks a knee strike, enough to allow him to wrestle free of the clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:18) Grant looked like he was about to shoot, but Chiquerim stepped in fast and started a clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:02) Chiquerim looks to sweep a leg out from under Grant so as to take him down with a trip.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:02) Chiquerim doesn't get it, Grant blocked any attempt to move him.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:46) Chiquerim attempts a trip to put Grant on the ground.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:46) The trip doesn't work, Grant blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:33) Clinched with Chiquerim, Grant looks to try and take him down.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:33) Grant can't get Chiquerim down to the ground.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:20) Using his wrestling skills, Grant is trying to push Chiquerim up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:20) Grant achieves it, pinning Chiquerim to the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:03) Grant is looking to get Chiquerim in a Muay Thai clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:03) He gets it and now has Chiquerim in trouble.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:48) Using the clinch, Grant blasts Chiquerim with a destructive elbow strike! Chiquerim is knocked out!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:38) By knock out, the winner is T.J. Grant!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: T.J. Grant defeats Willamy 'Chiquerim' Freire (Knock Out (Elbow) in 10:22 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Giving thanks, T.J. Grant praises his team at Fit Plus, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, T.J. Grant celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/879b642f-b8a2-4e1c-a7a1-0ba581f261ff" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="John_Makdessi.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/John_Makdessi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/57b5de50-68b7-4518-ad66-a7bd5dadb431" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="David_Rickels.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/David_Rickels.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>John "The Bull" Makdessi (17-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Laval, Quebec, Favorite: -270) vs. David "Caveman" Rickels (21-6-2NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Derby, Kansas, Underdog: +210)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which John 'The Bull' Makdessi competes against David 'Caveman' Rickels.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Josh Rosenthal.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Ricardo Almeida, Doug Crosby, and Adelaide Byrd.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Makdessi gets a good reaction from the fans as he enters the arena, he's fighting in front of a home crowd tonight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Rickels plays to the crowd during the introductions, looking like he doesn't have a care in the world.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Barely moving during the introductions, Rickels looks completely and utterly focused on the task in hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:54) Rickels shoots in for a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:54) Makdessi almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Rickels has hold of one leg.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:54) Rickels uses the position to drive Makdessi up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:34) Showing his ability to control opponents, Rickels smothers Makdessi against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:34) Rickels and Makdessi remain up against the cage for the next thirty seconds, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:53) Showing his ability to exert control, Rickels smothers Makdessi up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:53) They spend the next half a minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:12) Rickels looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Makdessi works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:45) There's a takedown attempt from Rickels.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:45) Makdessi partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Rickels has a hold of the other.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:45) Rickels drives Makdessi up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:23) Rickels shows great control, keeping Makdessi pressed against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:23) Thirty seconds passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:44) Makdessi wrestles back against Rickels, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:15) Makdessi comes in looking to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:15) Rickels may have been setting up to shoot, but Makdessi aggressively took the initiative.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:15) Makdessi comes in fast and lands three quick punches but misses with a vicious right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:48) Makdessi comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:48) Rickels lands a left hand in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:48) A jab hits home from Makdessi and then he catches Rickels with a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:25) Makdessi forces an exchange of strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:25) Rickels fires off a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:25) Makdessi fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:12) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:48) The two fighters come forward and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:48) Rickels misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Makdessi comes in with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:34) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:12) Makdessi comes forward on the attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:12) Rickels fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:12) Makdessi comes in fast with three quick punches, landing one of them, and then he hits Rickels with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:44) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:13) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:51) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:25) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:25) Rickels gets suckered in by a feint and is left exposed.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:25) Rickels misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Makdessi to attack with a leg kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:05) Moving forward constantly, Makdessi is pressuring Rickels.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:05) Makdessi moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Rickels.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:05) Makdessi hits a left jab and then he scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:49) Both fighters come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:49) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:49) Makdessi doesn't connect with a left jab and also can't hit a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:49) Rickels is off-target with a jab and also has a right hook blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:28) Rickels lands a weak, tentative jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:28) Makdessi throws a one-two, but Rickels was equal to it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:10) Makdessi comes forward on the attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:10) Rickels manages a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:10) Rickels falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:10) A one-two from Makdessi fails to land.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:54) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:32) Makdessi comes forward on the attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:32) Rickels fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:32) A four punch flurry from Makdessi fails to do any damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:09) Makdessi closes in on Rickels, looking to unleash some strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:09) Makdessi lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:52) Makdessi comes forward on the attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:52) Rickels hit a counter left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:52) Stepping in, Makdessi throws three quick punches, one of which land, and then he scores with a spinning back kick to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:39) For the first time, Makdessi is starting to breathe a little heavier.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:33) Rickels appeared to be going for a takedown, but Makdessi took the initiative first.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:33) Makdessi connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:17) Rickels shoots in for a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:17) A great sprawl from Makdessi prevents the takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:53) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:35) The two fighters come forward and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:35) Makdessi tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:35) Rickels misses a couple of jabs and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:01) A jab is wide from Makdessi, but then he hits Rickels with a leg kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:57) Rickels takes the chance and grabs Makdessi into a clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:51) Rickels attempts to wrestle Makdessi to the ground.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:51) Rickels doesn't get the takedown, Makdessi instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:21) With control of the clinch, Makdessi tries to complete a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:21) Makdessi doesn't get it, Rickels blocked any attempt to move him.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:02) With control of the clinch, Makdessi tries to complete a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:02) It doesn't work, Rickels defended against it well.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:46) Rickels manages to wrestle his way into a dominant position in the grapple.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:25) The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:03) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:45) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:28) Makdessi attacks with strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:28) Rickels hits a jab in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:28) Makdessi fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Rickels with a body kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:11) Rickels looked like he was going to shoot, but Makdessi simply took the initiative first.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:11) Makdessi throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that Makdessi is the winner.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) John 'The Bull' Makdessi wins by unanimous decision!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: John 'The Bull' Makdessi defeats David 'Caveman' Rickels (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Giving thanks, John Makdessi praises his team at Tristar Gym, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks that Mairbek Taisumov would be a particularly good contest. A good talker, John Makdessi is always going to benefit from being interviewed regularly.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:24px;"><span style="color:#FF0000;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">CO-MAIN EVENT</span></strong></span></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/5c851359-f444-4f75-bc8b-d20495553214" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Olivier_Aubin_Mercier.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Olivier_Aubin_Mercier.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/15c3f82c-2dc7-479e-b055-71f91cf33e18" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Ryan_Machan.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Ryan_Machan.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>"The Canadian Gangster" Olivier Aubin-Mercier (11-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Boucherville, Quebec, Favorite: -470) vs. Ryan Machan (24-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Sylvan Lake, Alberta, Underdog: +370)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Canadian Gangster' Olivier Aubin-Mercier goes up against Ryan Machan in the CTC Lightweight division.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta will be the referee.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Ricardo Almeida, and Doug Crosby.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Aubin-Mercier, being in front of a home crowd, gets a loud cheer as he enters.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:46) Both fighters move in and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:46) Machan misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Aubin-Mercier attacks with a nice left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:29) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:10) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:50) Machan acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:45) Machan steps forward, looking to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:45) Aubin-Mercier lands a left hand in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:45) Machan throws a one-two, but Aubin-Mercier was equal to it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:26) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:57) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:37) Both fighters step in to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:37) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:37) Machan misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:37) Aubin-Mercier is off target with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:20) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:20) Machan uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:20) Aubin-Mercier hits a left jab and also nails a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:55) Machan connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:32) Both fighters move in and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:32) Machan misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a great right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:09) The two fighters come forward and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:09) The two fighters strike, but without success.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:09) Aubin-Mercier misses a jab and also has a right hand blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:09) Machan misses a jab and also misses a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:49) Machan moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Aubin-Mercier into exchanging strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:49) Aubin-Mercier throws a counter left but doesn't connect.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:49) Machan throws a one-two, but Aubin-Mercier was equal to it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:24) They engage in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:24) Aubin-Mercier counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:01) Aubin-Mercier chooses to shoot in on Machan.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:01) Machan cannot stop the takedown and only catches Aubin-Mercier in half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:49) In half guard, Aubin-Mercier catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:19) Machan bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:19) He may regret that choice, as it gives Aubin-Mercier the perfect opportunity to get side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:59) Aubin-Mercier tries to lock Machan into a kimura.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:59) Machan defends himself well and is in no danger.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:31) Machan tries to pull guard on Aubin-Mercier but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:20) Aubin-Mercier fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:59) Machan tries to move to guard, but Aubin-Mercier doesn't allow it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:40) Aubin-Mercier tries to ensnare Machan in an armbar.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:40) Machan blocks it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:13) Aubin-Mercier blocks an attempt to pull guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:59) Aubin-Mercier attempts to arm triangle Machan from side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:59) Machan defends himself well and is in no danger.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:23) Machan tries to pull guard on Aubin-Mercier but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:10) Aubin-Mercier attempts to kimura Machan from side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:10) Aubin-Mercier gets the kimura fully applied and Machan has to tap out!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:33) Olivier Aubin-Mercier takes the victory by way of submission!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: 'The Canadian Gangster' Olivier Aubin-Mercier defeats Ryan Machan (Submission (Kimura) in 9:27 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Olivier Aubin-Mercier thanks everyone connected to Tristar Gym for helping him prepare for the fight, and his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:36px;"><span style="color:#FF0000;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">MAIN EVENT</span></strong></span></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/b598d0e1-db2f-462c-945f-fcae43248432" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Sam_Stout.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Sam_Stout.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/b3683c74-ac6f-4c18-a15e-b42fabd00420" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Mike_Ricci.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Mike_Ricci.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>"Hands of Stone" Sam Stout (20-12-1, 0-0 CTC, From: London, Ontario, Underdog: +780) vs. Mike "The Martian" Ricci (11-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Montreal, Quebec, Favorite: -980)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 30:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Hands of Stone' Sam Stout takes on Mike 'The Martian' Ricci in the CTC Lightweight division.<p> (Rd 1 - 30:00) Josh Rosenthal will be the referee.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 30:00) The judges for this bout are: Nelson Hamilton, Ricardo Almeida, and Doug Crosby.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 30:00) Ricci is fighting in front of a home crowd tonight, and gets a big cheer as he makes his entrance.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 30:00) We are underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 30:00) They touch gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 29:54) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 29:24) They engage in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 29:24) Stout hits a left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 29:24) Ricci scores with a jab and also nails a vicious right cross!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 29:16) Stout is knocked down!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 29:16) Without hesitation, Ricci goes to finish Stout off with stomps and kicks!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 29:16) Stout is back up too fast though.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:47) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:47) Stout hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked. Ricci scores with a jab but can't make contact on a right head kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:34) Looking a bit tense, Ricci moves around the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:27) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:27) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:27) Ricci goes for a leg kick but doesn't connect.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:27) Stout misses with a roundhouse kick to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:10) Both fighters move in and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:10) Ricci hits a left cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:10) Stout hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 27:55) Stout comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 27:55) Ricci fires off a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 27:55) Stout can't connect with a jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 27:36) Both fighters meet in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 27:36) Stout hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 27:36) Ricci uses a left jab and also scores with a great right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 27:23) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 26:45) Stout comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 26:45) Ricci fires off a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 26:45) Stout fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Ricci with a right hook to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 26:21) There's a takedown attempt from Ricci.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 26:21) Stout gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 26:13) Ricci fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 25:48) Stout looks to hit Ricci with an elbow to the top of the head, but gets smothered.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 25:36) Ricci throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 25:12) Stout looks to hit Ricci with an elbow to the top of the head, but gets smothered.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 24:58) Ricci looks to pass guard and get side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 24:58) Ricci passes guard, but Stout was ready and a scramble for position ensues.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 24:46) The scramble leaves Stout turtled up, facing Ricci.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 24:35) Ricci hits a sharp soccer kick to the body!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 24:15) Fearing more kicks coming, Stout rolls onto his back.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 24:15) Ricci tries to come in and secure a ground position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 24:15) Ricci is quick, Stout can't stop him getting side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 24:00) Ricci attempts to kimura Stout from side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 24:00) Ricci gets the kimura, twists the arm backwards, and Stout has to tap!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 23:24) By submission, the winner is Mike Ricci!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Mike 'The Martian' Ricci defeats 'Hands of Stone' Sam Stout (Submission (Kimura) in 6:36 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Mike Ricci thanks everyone connected to Tristar Gym for helping him prepare for this fight, then all his sponsors for supporting him financially. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Rafa Garcia would be a particularly good contest. He is a class act as an interviewee, he carries himself like a superstar.</p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/d6059dc1-21d5-445f-8424-dee61819a0d8" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC8_Results.png" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC8_Results.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/4a62330e-cb9f-4e11-b06f-a87f8add6627/p/56095649-3d76-49dc-af37-21e05b93bb7d" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC8_Prelim_Results.png" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC8_Prelim_Results.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Attendance</strong>: 1,159</p><p> <strong>Gate Reciepts</strong>: $144,875</p><p> <strong>Sponsorship</strong>: $45,376</p><p> <strong>Ad Revenue</strong>: $513,778</p><p> <strong>Merchandise</strong>: $5,970</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Fighter Pay</strong>: $208,134 (Highest Paid: Mike Ricci, $22,850)</p><p> <strong>Drug Testing</strong>: $12,000</p><p> <strong>Production</strong>: $36,207</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Profit</strong>: $453,658</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Critical Rating</strong>: 75%</p><p> <strong>Commercial Rating</strong>: 62%</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Fight of the Night</strong>: Anthony Romero vs. James Vick</p><p> <strong>KO of the Night</strong>: T.J. Grant (vs. Willamy Freire)</p><p> <strong>Submission of the Night</strong>: Mike Ricci (vs. Sam Stout)</p><p> <strong>Performance Bonus</strong>: Anthony Romero vs. James Vick</p><p> <strong>Performance Bonus</strong>: Mairbek Taisumov</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">TOURNAMENT DRAW</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/5df4351d-0e4b-441d-a157-7cd02311591c/p/d8f78d32-6a4e-44dc-b9bf-049e8a617da4" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Lightweight_Championship_Grand_Prix_Second_Round_Draw.jpg" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Lightweight_Championship_Grand_Prix_Second_Round_Draw.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>News</strong></p><p> </p><p> - Drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 7, and all fighters have come back clean.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Predictions</strong></p><p> </p><p> None</p>

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<p><strong>News - January 2021</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>CTC Talent Acquisitions</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Womens Atomweight</span></p><p> </p><p>

Priscila Gaol</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>CTC Popularity</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Canada 29.5% (Low Level National) (#2 Company Rankings)</p><p>

USA 80.6% (High Level Regional)</p><p>

South America 39.0% (Mid Level Regional)</p><p>

Mexico 32.8% (Low Level Regional)</p><p>

Japan 22.5% (Low Level Regional)</p><p>

UK 21.5% (Low Level Regional)</p><p>

Europe 13.4% (Low Level Regional)</p><p>

Russia 13.4% (Low Level Regional)</p><p>

Australia 13.3% (Low Level Regional)</p><p>

Asia 13.3% (Low Level Regional)</p><p>

Central America 13.2% (Low Level Regional)</p><p>

Africa 13.2% (Low Level Regional)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Company Rankings</strong></p><p> </p><p>

#1 Ultimate Fighting Championship (17.6%, Low Level International, USA)</p><p>

#2 Canadian Tournament Combat (29.5%, Low Level National, Canada)</p><p>

#3 Bellator MMA (13.3%, Low Level National, USA)</p><p>

#4 Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki (94%, High Level Regional, Europe)</p><p>

#5 ONE Championship (87.5%, High Level Regional, Asia)</p><p>

#6 Brave Combat Federation (84.7%, High Level Regional, Asia)</p><p>

#7 Absolute Championship Akhmat (75.6%, High Level Regional, Russia)</p><p>

#8 Rizin Fighting Federation (73.7%, High Level Regional, Japan)</p><p>

#9 DEEP (64.3%, Mid Level Regional, Japan)</p><p>

#10 Cage Warriors (59.9%, Mid Level Regional, UK)</p><p>

#11 Professional Fighters League (58.5%, Mid Level Regional, USA)</p><p>

#12 M-1 Global (51%, Mid Level Regional, Russia)</p><p>

#13 Titan Fighting Championship (46.8%, Mid Level Regional, USA)</p><p>

#14 Fight Exclusive Night (46%, Mid Level Regional, Europe)</p><p>

#15 Invicta Fighting Championship (43.8%, Mid Level Regional, USA)</p><p>

#16 Taura MMA (43%, Mid Level Regional, South America)</p><p>

#17 Russian Cagefighting Championship (40.6%, Mid Level Regional, Russia)</p><p>

#18 OKTAGON MMA (40%, Mid Level Regional, Europe)</p><p>

#19 Superior Challenge (35.8%, Mid Level Regional, Europe)</p><p>

#20 Extreme Fighting Championship Worldwide (35.1%, Mid Level Regional, Africa)</p><p>

#21 Fight Nights Global (34.9%, Mid Level Regional, Russia)</p><p>

#22 Legacy Fighting Alliance (32%, Low Level Regional, USA)</p><p>

#23 Pancrase (31.4%, Low Level Regional, Japan)</p><p>

#24 Jungle Fight Championship (30.4%, Low Level Regional, South America)</p><p>

#25 Road Fighting Championship (28.4%, Low Level Regional, Asia)</p><p>

#26 TKO Major League MMA (25.4%, Low Level Regional, Canada)</p><p>

#27 Australian Fighting Championship (25.2%, Low Level Regional, Australia)</p><p>

#28 DEEP-Jewels (25%, Low Level Regional, Japan)</p><p>

#29 Shooto (21.3%, Low Level Regional, Japan)</p><p>

#30 King of the Cage (18%, Low Level Regional, USA)</p><p>

#31 ARES Fighting Championship (15.7%, Low Level Regional, Europe)</p><p>

#32 CES MMA (7.7%, Low Level Regional, USA)</p><p>

#33 Profesjonalna Liga MMA (7.4%, Low Level Regional, Europe)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>CTC Internationally Ranked Fighters</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Womens P4P #1: Amanda Nunes (UFC)</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Womens Atomweight (#1 Grace Cleveland, CTC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Grace Cleveland (#1)</p><p>

Mina Kurobe (#4)</p><p>

Ayaka Hamasaki (#5)</p><p>

Kanna Asakura (#6)</p><p>

Herica Tiburcio (#7)</p><p>

Ashley Cummins (#8)</p><p>

Naho Sugiyama (#9)</p><p>

Tessa Simpson (#10)</p><p>

Kyra Batara (#13)</p><p>

Amber Brown (#14)</p><p>

Satomi Takano (#15)</p><p>

Catherine Costigan (#17)</p><p>

Megumi Morioka (#18)</p><p>

Alyssa Garcia (#19)</p><p>

Tomo Maesawa (#22)</p><p>

Saori Ishioka (#24)</p><p>

Janaissa Morandin (#25)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Womens Strawweight (#1 Weili Zhang, UFC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Rose Namajunas (#4, #10 P4P)</p><p>

Randa Markos (#15)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Womens Flyweight (#1 Valentina Shevchenko, UFC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Joanne Calderwood (#18)</p><p>

Valerie Letourneau (#19)</p><p>

Gillian Robertson (#20)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Womens Bantamweight (#1 Amanda Nunes, UFC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Aspen Ladd (#3, #16 P4P)</p><p>

Raquel Pennington (#6, #17 P4P)</p><p>

Bethe Correia (#17)</p><p>

Sarah Moras (#18)</p><p>

Sarah Kaufman (#20)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Womens Featherweight (#1 Amanda Nunes, UFC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Cristiane Justino (#2, #2 P4P)</p><p>

Kaitlin Young (#4, #11 P4P)</p><p>

Raquel Pennington (#6, #17 P4P)</p><p>

Julia Budd (#7, #19 P4P)</p><p>

Arlene Blencowe (#8, #22 P4P)</p><p>

Janay Harding (#9, #24 P4P)</p><p>

Talita Nogeuira (#10)</p><p>

Megan Anderson (#12)</p><p>

Leah Letson (#13)</p><p>

Olga Rubin (#15)</p><p>

Sinead Kavanagh (#16)</p><p>

Jessica Miele (#18)</p><p>

Ediane Gomes (#19)</p><p>

Amanda Bell (#20)</p><p>

Leah McCourt (#21)</p><p>

Latoya Walker (#22)</p><p>

Alexis Dufresne (#23)</p><p>

Amber Leibrock (#24)</p><p>

Gabrielle Holloway (#25)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Mens P4P #1: Deiveson Figueiredo (UFC)</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Strawweight (#1 Joshua Pacio, CTC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Joshua Pacio (#1)</p><p>

Daichi Kitakata (#2)</p><p>

Yosuke Saruta (#3)</p><p>

Haruo Ochi (#4)</p><p>

Mikihito Yamagami (#6)</p><p>

Yoshitaka Naito (#7)</p><p>

Ryohei Kurasawa (#8)</p><p>

Masayoshi Kato (#10)</p><p>

Tatasuya So (#11)</p><p>

Junji Ito (#12)</p><p>

Kanta Sato (#13)</p><p>

Adam Antollin (#14)</p><p>

Ryo Hatta (#17)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Flyweight (#1 Deiveson Figueiredo, UFC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Joseph Benavidez (#4)</p><p>

Kyoji Horiguchi (#5)</p><p>

Jussier da Silva (#9)</p><p>

Raulian Paiva (#12)</p><p>

Ben Nguyen (#15)</p><p>

Tagir Ulanbekov (#18)</p><p>

Kai Kara-France (#21)</p><p>

Joseph Morales (#22)</p><p>

Malcolm Gordon (#25)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Bantamweight (#1 Petr Yan, UFC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Cory Sandhagen (#4)</p><p>

Kyoji Horiguchi (#11)</p><p>

Bryan Carraway (#25)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Featherweight (#1 Alexander Volkanovski, UFC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Brian Ortega (#4, #20 P4P)</p><p>

A.J. McKee (#20)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Lightweight (#1 Justin Gaethje, UFC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Mairbek Taisumov (#23)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Welterweight (#1 Kamaru Usman, UFC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Rory MacDonald (#6)</p><p>

Ismail Naurdiev (#25)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Middleweight (#1 Israel Adesanya, UFC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Darren Till (#8)</p><p>

Elias Theodorou (#22)</p><p>

Anatoly Tokov (#25)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Light Heavyweight (#1 Jan Blachowicz, UFC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Corey Anderson (#2, #17 P4P)</p><p>

Dominick Reyes (#3, #23 P4P)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Heavyweight (#1 Francis Ngannou, UFC)</span></p><p> </p><p>

Alexander Volkov (#7)</p><p>

Tanner Boser (#23)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Other Promotions Shows</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">ONE Dust To Dust (Friday, Week 1, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Nong Stamp Won The Interim ONE Womens Atomweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Nong Stamp vs. Priscilla Gaol</p><p>

KO of the Night: Yushin Okami (vs. Yoshihiro Akiyama)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Nong Stamp (vs. Priscilla Gaol)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">PFL: Delija vs. Ferreira (Friday, Week 1, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Renan Ferreira Won The Vacant PFL Heavyweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Abel Trujillo vs. Gray Maynard</p><p>

KO of the Night: Abel Trujillo (vs. Gray Maynard)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Gaston Reyno (vs. Kenny Foster)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">KSW 56: Genocide (Saturday, Week 1, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Roberto Soldic Made His Second Successful Defence of the KSW Welterweight Title</p><p>

Title Result: Roman Szymanski Won The KSW Lightweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Karol Bedorf vs. Mariusz Pudzianowski</p><p>

KO of the Night: Filipe Pejic (vs. Max Coga)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Roman Szymanski (vs. Artur Sowinski)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Taura MMA 12 (Saturday, Week 1, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Glaico Franca Won The Vacant Taura Welterweight Title</p><p>

Title Result: Jose Maria Tome Won The Vacant Taura Flyweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Viscardi Andrade vs. Luiz Dutra Jr.</p><p>

KO of the Night: Glaica Franca (vs. Paulo Thiago)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Viscardi Andrade (vs. Luiz Dutra Jr.)</p><p>

Performance Bonus: Viscardi Andrade vs. Luiz Dutra Jr.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LFA 97: Izquierdo vs. Kuntz (Saturday, Week 1, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Yoislandy Izquierdo Won The Vacant LFA Lightweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Carrington Banks vs. Muhsin Corbbrey</p><p>

KO of the Night: Yoislandy Izquierdo (vs. Leo Kuntz)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Gilbert Melendez (vs. Leonardo Morales)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">DEEP Moment of Truth (Sunday, Week 1, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Priscus Fogagnolo Won The Vacant DEEP Middleweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Shoji Maruyama vs. Tashiaki Kitada</p><p>

KO of the Night: Shoji Maruyama (vs. Tashiaki Kitada)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Hideki Kadowaki (vs. Katsunori Kikuno)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">M-1 106: Damkovsky vs. Divnich (Sunday, Week 1, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Maxim Divnich Won The Vacant M-1 Lightweight Title</p><p>

Title Result: Stephen Puetz Won The Vacant M-1 Light Heavyweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Maxim Divnich vs. Artiom Damkovsky</p><p>

KO of the Night: Rustam Kakraev (vs. Ibrahim Barkinoev)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Abukar Yandiev (vs. Mark Hulme)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">AFC 23 (Sunday, Week 1, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Nathan Reddy Won The Vacant AFC Light Heavyweight Title</p><p>

Title Result: Michael Tobin Won The Vacant AFC Featherweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Steve Kennedy vs. Joel Kendrick</p><p>

KO of the Night: Steve Kennedy (vs. Joel Kendrick)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Michael Tobin (vs. James Vandarakis)</p><p>

Performance Bonus: Kaan Ofli</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Titan FC 64: Stinson vs. Riggs (Friday, Week 2, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Joe Riggs Won The Vacant Titan FC Welterweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Joe Riggs vs. Tyler Stinson</p><p>

KO of the Night: Joe Riggs (vs. Tyler Stinson)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Darin Cooley (vs. Matthew Lopez)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">TKO 50: Turmoil (Friday, Week 2, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: None</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Dariell Beauchamp vs. Lucien Rollet</p><p>

KO of the Night: Bay Breault (vs. Crysta Mongeon)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Dariell Beauchamp (vs. Lucien Rollet)</p><p>

Performance Bonus: Darroll Bordelon</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Invicta 43: Zappitella vs. Anderson (Saturday, Week 2, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Alyse Anderson Won The Invicta Atomweight Title</p><p>

Title Result: Aline Serio Won The Vacant Invicta Flyweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Aline Serio vs. Victoria Leonardo</p><p>

KO of the Night: Brittney Elkin (vs. Tamikka Brents)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Erin Blanchfield (vs. Agnieszka Niedzweidz)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">ARES FC 2 (Saturday, Week 2, January 2011)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Mansour Barnoui Won The Vacant ARES FC Lightweight Title</p><p>

Title Result: Asklambek Saidov Won The Vacant ARES FC welterweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Aslambek Saidov vs. Tommy Depret</p><p>

KO of the Night: Karl Amoussou (vs Nordin Asrih)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Mansour Barnoui (vs. Will Brooks)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LFA 98: Burkman vs. Gomez (Saturday, Week 2, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: None</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Kevin Syler vs. Ozzy Dugulubgov</p><p>

KO of the Night: Kailin Hill (vs. Gabriel Checco)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Kevin Syler (vs. Ozzy Dugulubgov)</p><p>

Performance Bonus: Kevin Syler vs. Ozzy Dugulubgov</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">UFC on ESPN: Weili vs. Esparza (Saturday, Week 2, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Weili Zhang Made Her Second Successful Defence of the UFC Womens Strawweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Weili Zhang vs. Carla Esparza</p><p>

KO of the Night: Davey Grant (vs. Jose Alberto Quinonez)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Arnold Allen (vs. Collin Anglin)</p><p>

Performance Bonus: Charles Oliveira vs. Dustin Poirier</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Road FC Rise of the Phoenix (Saturday, Week 2, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: None</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Shamil Zavurov vs. Shinji Sasaki</p><p>

KO of the Night: Eddie Ng (vs. Chang Hyun Kim)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Andy Main (vs. Kil Woo Lee)</p><p>

Performance Bonus: Jessie Rafols vs. Ik Hwang Jang</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Bellator 253: Pitbull vs. Khabilov (Friday, Week 3, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Rustam Khabilov Won The Bellator Lightweight Title</p><p>

Title Result: Ilima-Lei Macfarlane Made Her Fifth Successful Defence Of The Bellator Womens Flyweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Ilima-Lei Macfarlane vs. Liz Carmouche</p><p>

KO of the Night: Ilima-Lei Macfarlane (vs. Liz Carmouche)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: John Salter (vs. Melvin Manhoef)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">ONE Warriors (Friday, Week 3, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Fabricio Werdum Won The Vacant ONE Heavyweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Fabricio Werdum vs. Brandon Vera</p><p>

KO of the Night: Vitor Belfort (vs. Jake Butler)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Fabricio Werdum (vs. Brandon Vera)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">KOTC Wrathchild (Friday, Week 3, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Jason Butcher Made His Second Successful Defence of the KOTC Light Heavyweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Jason Butcher vs. Brandon Hunt</p><p>

KO of the Night: Joseph Sandoval (vs. Jamie Alvarez)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Jason Butcher (vs. Brandon Hunt)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">UFC on ESPN: Miocic vs. Ngannou II (Saturday, Week 3, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Francis Ngannou Won The UFC Heavyweight Title</p><p>

Title Result: Valentina Shevchenko Made Her Fourth Successful Defence of the UFC Womens Flyweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Francis Ngannou vs. Stipe Miocic</p><p>

KO of the Night: Yoel Romero (vs. Derek Brunson)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Ronaldo Souza (vs. Uriah Hall)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">ACA 115: Abdulaev vs. Khaliev (Saturday, Week 3, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Murad Abdulaev Made His First Successful Defence of the ACA Welterweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Yusup Raisov vs. Levan Makashvili</p><p>

KO of the Night: Magomed Ismailov (vs. Vyacheslav Vasilevsky)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Yusup Raisov (vs. Levan Makashvili)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LFA 99: Caron vs. Pereira (Saturday, Week 3, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Alex Pereira Won The Vacant LFA Middleweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Alex Pereira vs. Tim Caron</p><p>

KO of the Night: Nate Richardson (vs. Andrew Salas)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Boston Salmon (vs. Andre Soukhamthath)</p><p>

Performance Bonus: Alex Pereira vs. Tim Caron</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Shooto Rumble (Saturday, Week 3, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: None</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Shoichi Tomita vs. Toshihiro Shimizu</p><p>

KO of the Night: None</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Masakatsu Ueda (vs. Kazuhiro Ito)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">DEEP Scores To Settle (Sunday, Week 3, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Keisuke Fujiwara Won The Vacant DEEP Bantamweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Keisuke Fujiwara vs. Tetsu Suzuki</p><p>

KO of the Night: Keisuke Fujiwara (vs. Tetsu Suzuki)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Meili Soo Hoo (vs. Hari Kunchai)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">RCC 7 (Sunday, Week 3, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: Alexander Schlemenko Won The Vacant RCC Middleweight Title</p><p>

Title Result: Eduard Vartanyan Won The Vacant RCC Lightweight Title</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: Eduard Vartanyan vs. Mikhail Odintsov</p><p>

KO of the Night: Eduard Vartanyan (vs. Mikhal Odintsov)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: None</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">PFL: McKenzie vs. Brooks (Friday, Week 4, January 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p>

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Title Result: None</p><p> </p><p>

Fight of the Night: E.J. Brooks vs. Cody McKenzie</p><p>

KO of the Night: Sheymon Moraes (vs. Derek Campos)</p><p>

Submission of the Night: Chris Bennett (vs. Frank Buenafuente)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">MMA in February 2021</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

Canadian Tournament Combat will present four cards in the month of February, as the opening rounds of the Championship Grand Prix continue.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

Canadian Tournament Combat 9 will take place on Friday, Week 1 of February in The Maritimes, Canada, and will feature fights in the Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round. The card will be headlined by a Middleweight fight between Elias Theodorou and Nick Diaz! Also on the card a Middleweight fight between Darren Till, and Bruno Santos.</p><p> </p><p>

Canadian Tournament Combat 10 will take place on Friday, Week 2 of February in Alberta, Canada, and will feature fight in the Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round. The card will be headlined by a Womens Strawweight fight between Rose Namajunas, and Emily Ducote. Also on the card a Womens Strawweight fight between Randa Markos and Irene Cabello.</p><p> </p><p>

Canadian Tournament Combat 11 will take place on Friday, Week 3 of February in Saskatchewan, Canada, and will feature fights in the Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round. The card will be headlined by a Bantamweight fight between Cory Sandhagen, and Eduardo Dantas. Also on the card a Bantamweight fight between Mitch Gagnon, and Irshaad Sayed.</p><p> </p><p>

Canadian Tournament Combat 12 will take place on Friday, Week 4 of February in Manitoba, Canada, and will feature fights in the Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round. The card will be headlined by a Strawweight fight between Ryohei Kurasawa, and Joseph Benavidez. Also on the card a Strawweight fight between Jussier da Silva, and Kentaro Watanabe.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Ultimate Fighting Championship</strong></p><p> </p><p>

The UFC will present 4 fight cards in the month of February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

UFC Fight Night: Volkanovski vs. Zabit will take place on Saturday, Week 1, February. The card will be headlined by a UFC Featherweight Title fight between champion Alexander Volkanovski, and challenger Zabit Magomedsharipov. Also on the card a Welterweight clash between Jorge Masvidal, and Gilbert Burns.</p><p> </p><p>

UFC Fight Night: Yan vs. Sterling will take place on Saturday, Week 2, February. The card will be headlined by a UFC Bantamweight Title fight between champion Petr Yan, and challenger Aljamain Sterling. Also on the card a Lightweight fight between Conor McGregor, and Justin Gaethje.</p><p> </p><p>

UFC Fight Night: Khabib vs. Chandler will take place on Saturday, Week 3, February. The card will be headlined by a UFC Lightweight Title fight between champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, and challenger Michael Chandler. Also on the card a Heavyweight fight between Jon Jones and Ben Rothwell.</p><p> </p><p>

UFC Fight Night: Nunes vs. Holm II will take place on Saturday, Week 4, February. The card will be headlined by a UFC Womens Bantamweight Title fight between champion Amanda Nunes, and challenger Holly Holm. Also on the card a UFC Flyweight Title fight between champion Deiveson Figueiredo and challenger Alex Perez.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Bellator MMA</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Bellator will present 2 fight cards in the month of February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

Bellator 254: Mousasi vs. Van Steenis will take place on Friday, Week 2, February. The card will be headlined by a Bellator Middleweight Title fight between champion Gegard Mousasi, and challenger Costello Van Steenis. Also on the card a Lightweight fight between Benson Henderson, and Gavin Hughes.</p><p> </p><p>

Bellator 255: Archuleta vs. Johns will take place on Friday, Week 4, February. The card will be headlined by a Bellator Bantamweight Title fight between champion Juan Archuleta, and challenger Brett Johns. Also on the card a Heavyweight fight between Quinton Jackson, and Matt Mitrione.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki</strong></p><p> </p><p>

KSW will hold no shows in the month of February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>ONE Championship</strong></p><p> </p><p>

ONE will hold 2 fight cards in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

ONE Hell On Earth will take place on Friday, Week 1 February. The card will be headlined by a ONE Flyweight Title fight between champion Adriano Moraes, and challenger Elipitua Siregar. Also on the card a ONE Middleweight Title fight between champion Reinier de Ridder, and challenger Daniel Sarafian.</p><p> </p><p>

ONE Untamed will take place on Friday, Week 4 February. The card will be headlined by a fight between Tom DeBlass, and Vitor Belfort for the vacant ONE Light Heavyweight Title. Also on the card a Welterweight fight between Yushin Okami, and Makeshate Sailike.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Brave Combat Federation</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Brave will hold 1 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

Brave CF 35 will take place on Friday, Week 3, February. The card will be headlined by a fight between Kendall Grove, and Ikuhisa Minowa for the vacant Brave Middleweight Title. Also on the card a fight between Leonardo Mofra and Hyung Seok Lee for the vacant Brave Super Lightweight Title.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Absolute Championship Akhmat</strong></p><p> </p><p>

The ACA will feature 1 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

ACA 116: Kerefov vs. Bibulatov will take place on Saturday, Week 2, February. The card will be headlined by an ACA Flyweight Title fight between champion Azamat Kerefov, and challenger Magomed Bibulatov. Also on the card an ACA Middleweight Title fight between champion Salamu Abdurakhmanov, and challenger Ibragim Chuzhigaev.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Rizin Fighting Federation</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Rizin will feature 1 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

Rizin 26 will take place on Saturday, Week 4 February. The card will be headlined by a fight between Fabiano Scherner and Carlos Toyota for the vacant Rizin Heavyweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Tsui-Jen Cunanan and Reina Cordoba for the vacant Rizin Womens Flyweight Title.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>DEEP</strong></p><p> </p><p>

DEEP will host 2 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

DEEP Annihilation will take place on Sunday, Week 1 February. The card will be headlined by a fight between Shinsho Anzai and Chris Indich for the vacant DEEP Welterweight Title. Also on the card a Middleweight fight between Ryo Kawamura and Ikkei Nagamura.</p><p> </p><p>

DEEP Global Warfare will take place on Sunday, Week 3 February. The card will be headlined by a Featherweight fight between Katsunori Kikuno, and Yoshinori Horie. Also on the card a Middleweight fight between Yosai Yoshitomi, and Oniji Kumagai.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Cage Warriors</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Cage Warriors will present 1 card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

CWFC The Fight Show 2: Narimani vs. Crawford will take place on Friday, Week 4, February. The card will be headlined by a fight between Nad Narimani, and Daniel Crawford for the vacant CWFC Featherweight Title. Also on the card a fight between Sean Carter, and Wesley Murch for the vacant CWFC Lightweight Title.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Professional Fighters League</strong></p><p> </p><p>

The PFL will host 1 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

PFL: Harrison vs. Cotton II will take place on Friday, Week 3, February. The card will be headlined by a fight between Kayla Harrison, and Jozette Cotton for the vacant PFL Womens Lightweight Title. Also on the card a Lightweight fight between Ramsey Nijem, and Marcin Held.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>M-1 Global</strong></p><p> </p><p>

M-1 will host 1 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

M-1 107: Garner vs. Szaflarski will take place on Sunday, Week 3 February. The card will be headlined by a fight between Kenny Garner and Kevin Szaflarski for the vacant M-1 Global Heavyweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Raymond Tan, and Yao Zhikui for the vacant M-1 Global Flyweight Title.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Titan Fighting Championship</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Titan will host no fight cards in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Fight Exclusive Night</strong></p><p> </p><p>

FEN will host 1 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

FEN 28: Kudin vs. Bajor will take place on Sunday, Week 3, February. The card will be headlined by a battle between Alexei Kudin, and Szymon Bajor for the vacant FEN Heavyweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Marcin Naruszczka and Jan Kwiaton for the vacant FEN Middleweight Title.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Invicta Fighting Championship</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Invicta will hold 1 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

Invicta 44: Montenegro vs. Jacobson will take place on Saturday, Week 4 February. The card will be headlined by a fight between Amy Cadwell Montenegro and Sharon Jacobson for the vacant Invicta Strawweight Title. Also on the card an Invicta Featherweight Title fight between champion Pam Sorenson, and challenger Brittney Elkin.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Taura MMA</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Taura will present 1 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

Taura MMA 13 will take place on Saturday, Week 4 February. The card will be headlined by a battle between Herbeth Sousa, and Luis Rafael Laurentino for the vacant Taura Bantamweight Title. Also on the card a fight between Karine Silva, and Valeria Meija for the vacant Taura Womens Strawweight Title.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Russian Cagefighting Championship</strong></p><p> </p><p>

The RCC will host no fight cards in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>OKTAGON MMA</strong></p><p> </p><p>

OKTAGON will host 1 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

OKTAGON 17 will take place on Saturday, Week 3 February. The card will be headlined by a fight between Bozigit Ataev, and Karlos Vemola for the vacant OKTAGON Light Heavyweight Title. Also on the card a fight between Maciej Jewtuszko and Brad Wheeler for the vacant OKTAGON Welterweight Title.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Superior Challenge</strong></p><p> </p><p>

SC will host 1 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

SC 21: Dark Storm will take place on Friday, Week 4 February. The card will be headlined by Bruno "BC" Carvalho and Piotr Wawrzyniak battling for the vacant SC Middleweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Alexander Jacobsen, and Jason Ponet for the vacant SC Lightweight Title.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Extreme Fighting Championship Worldwide</strong></p><p> </p><p>

The EFC will host 1 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

EFC 84 will take place on Saturday, Week 1 February. The card will be headlined by a battle between Demarte Pena, and Asiashu Tshitamba for the vacant EFC Bantamweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Pierre Botha and Gareth Buirski for the vacant EFC Featherweight Title.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Fight Nights Global</strong></p><p> </p><p>

The FNG will host 1 card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

FNG 97 will take place on Friday, Week 3 February. The card will be headlined by a battle between Maiquel Falcao and Arthur Guseinov for the vacant FNG Middleweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Trent Girdham, and Jessie Rafols for the vacant FNG Bantamweight Title.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Legacy Fighting Alliance</strong></p><p> </p><p>

The LFA will host 2 fight cards in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

LFA 100: Mir vs. Walsh will take place on Saturday, Week 1, February. The card will be headlined by a Heavyweight fight between Frank Mir and Patrick Walsh. Also on the card a Womens Strawweight bout between Tiffany Van Soest and Angela Magana.</p><p> </p><p>

LFA 101: Hale vs. Schaffroth will take place on Saturday, Week 3, February. The card will be headlined by a LFA Heavyweight Title fight between champion Rich Hale, and challenger Rudy Schaffroth. Also on the card a Featherweight fight between Gilbert Melendez and Sean Soriano.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Pancrase</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Pancrase will host 1 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

Pancrase 311 will take place on Saturday, Week 1, February. The card will be headlined by a battle between Anton Kuivanen and Naoyuki Kotani for the vacant Lightweight King of Pancrase Title. Also on the card a battle between Mamoru Yamaguchi and Takehiro Ishii for the vacant Pancrase Flyweight Title.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Jungle Fight Championship</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Jungle Fight will host 1 card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

Jungle Fight 99 will take place on Friday, Week 4, February. The card will be headlined by Jorge Patino and Julio Ceasar de Almeida battling for the vacant Jungle Fight Lightweight Title. Also on the card a Womens Bantamweight fight between Deolinda Camejo, and Felicisima Dantes.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Road Fighting Championship</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Road FC will host no cards in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>TKO Major League MMA</strong></p><p> </p><p>

TKO will host no cards in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Australian Fighting Championship</strong></p><p> </p><p>

The AFC will host 1 fight card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

AFC 24 will take place on Sunday, Week 3, February. The card will be headlined by a battle between Rob Wilkinson and Priscus Fogagnolo for the vacant AFC Middleweight Title. Also on the card a fight between Darwin Sagurit, and Ramen Habib for the vacant AFC Bantamweight Title.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>DEEP-Jewels</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Jewels will host no fight cards in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Shooto</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Shooto will host no fight cards in February</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>King of the Cage</strong></p><p> </p><p>

KOTC will host 2 fight cards in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

KOTC Beyond Question will take place on Friday, Week 1 February. The card will be headlined by a Heavyweight fight between Tony Lopez, and Mike Hayes. Also on the card a Flyweight fight between Cody Gibson and Reuben Duran.</p><p> </p><p>

KOTC Bloodshed will take place on Friday, Week 3 February. The card will be headlined by a Bantamweight fight between Mike Santiago, and Mark Dickman. Also on the card a Heavyweight fight between Kevin Asplund, and Roy Boughton.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>ARES Fighting Championship</strong></p><p> </p><p>

ARES FC will host no cards in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>CES MMA</strong></p><p> </p><p>

CES MMA will host no cards in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Profesjonalna Liga MMA</strong></p><p> </p><p>

PLMMA will host 1 card in February.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

PLMMA 81: The Uprising will take place on Sunday, Week 3 February. The card will be headlined by a PLMMA Middleweight Title fight between champion Karol Linowski, and challenger Marcin Krakowiak. Also on the card a Middleweight fight between Antoni Chmielewski, and Piotr Kuberski.</p>

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Friday, Week 1, February 2021

 

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Elias "Spartan" Theodorou (16-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Favorite: -410) vs. Nick Diaz (26-9-2NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +320)

 

Elias Theodorou is a sharp striker, with some power, including brutal low kicks. He is known for his excellent cardio, but his biggest weakness is his takedown defence. He broke a three fight winning streak, with a Unanimous Decision loss to Derek Brunson in his last fight. Nick Diaz has a highly technical striking game, aimed more keeping his opponent busy while he set up takedowns, where he can work his world class BJJ game, twisting opponents in knots on the ground. His last fight was a Unanimous Decision loss to Anderson Silva in 2015, that was overturned to a No Contest when Silva tested positive for PEDS, and Diaz tested positive for marijuana. He has not fought since.

 

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Darren "The Gorilla" Till (18-3-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -990) vs. Bruno "Carioca" Santos (18-3-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #6, Underdog: +790)

 

Darren Till is a devastating Muay Thai striker, who likes to kick at range, but also has a brutal clinch game. He has great takedown and ground defence, and a decent positional ground game. He has lost three of his last four fights in the UFC, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Robert Whittaker in his last fight. Bruno Santos is a is technically a BJJ player, but his fight style more resembles a Greco-Roman wrestler. He aggressively chases takedowns, and is great at scrambles, and escapes. His submission game needs work, and his striking is limited. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Vyacheslav Babkin in his last fight.

 

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Marc-Andre "Powerbar" Barriault (12-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #14, Favorite: -260) vs. Steve "The Boss" Bosse (12-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +200)

 

Marc-Andre Barriault is a punishing boxer, with good technique, and massive power behind his strikes. He has a knack for escaping submissions, and decent takedown defence, but can be let down by his shoddy wrestling. Barriault lost his first three UFC fights, before finally picking up a victory by second round TKO in his last fight against Oskar Piechota. Steve Bosse was one of the most popular fighters in Canada, and a former hockey player. He has heavy hands, but prefers to work on the ground, with strikes mostly, but he also has a Jiu-Jitsu game that can lead to submissions. He retired in 2016 on a two fight win streak in the UFC, including a knock out over James Te Huna, and a Unanimous Decision victory over Sean O'Connell in his last fight in 2016.

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Ryan Janes (10-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #9, Favorite: -250) vs. Chris Camozzi (24-13, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #10, Underdog: +190)

 

Ryan Janes has a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and is a competent grappler with an excellent rear naked choke. However, as he has evolved he's begun utilizing his striking, which isn't technically very good, but makes great use of his length, and power. Janes broke a two fight losing streak in his last fight, a third round TKO victory over Andrew Sanchez in the UFC. Chris Camozzi is a strong boxer, equal parts accuracy, and technique, with some power. He has a good defensive ground game. He recently broke a four fight losing streak with a first round submission victory over Tony Lopez in his last fight.

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Johny "Bigg Rigg" Henricks (18-8, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +140) vs. KB "The Bengal" Bhullar (8-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -180)

 

Johny Hendricks has a strong wrestling game, with good takedowns, and top control, usually leading to strikes on the ground, but he loves to strike, throwing hugely powerful haymakers in an attempt to knock opponents out. He hasn't fought since 2017, and lost 5 of his last six fights, and is coming off a second round TKO loss to Paulo Costa in his last fight. KB Bhullar is a Taekwondo striker, who has good boxing, and a decent kicking game. He is decent in most facets of MMA, but isn't extremely good at any one area. He is known for dynamically mixing up his attacks between all facets of MMA throughout the fight. Bhullar won his first eight pro fights, then stepped up to the UFC, where he lost on his debut by first round TKO to Tom Breese.

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Clint "Headbussa" Hester (11-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #11, Favorite: -400) vs. James Te Huna (16-8, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +310)

 

Clint Hester is a good technical boxer with some power, and can devastate opponents in the Thai clinch, he can defend takedowns, and defend himself on the ground. Hester hasn't fought since 2016, and is on a three fight losing streak, and coming off a first round submission loss to Marcos Rogerio de Lima in his last fight. James Te Huna is a hard hitting striker, and has power in both his punches, and takedowns. He isn't the most technically sound or athletic fighter however. He hasn't fought since 2016, and is on a four fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round knock out loss to Steve Bosse in the UFC.

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: C.B. "The Doberman" Dollaway (17-10, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #5, Favorite: -1080) vs. Carlos "El Matador" Matos (7-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Underdog: +860)

 

C.B. Dollaway is an overpowering wrestler, with excellent takedown. He has decent technical boxing, and likes to work submissions on the ground. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round knock out loss to Jiri Prochazka in his last fight. Carlos Matos is a creative striker, but without any real technique or power, he uses it mostly to set up takedowns, where he can work strikes or submissions on the ground. He has won all seven of his pro fights, and is coming off a first round technical submission victory over Islam Bagavutdinov in his last fight.

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Anatoly Tokov (29-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #3, Favorite: -1180) vs. Aaron Jeffery (9-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +940)

 

Anatoly Tokov is a Russia Sambo fighter, who likes to headhunt with his heavy hands, but his real strength is his wrestling, and ground game, where he can finish with strikes, or submissions. Tokov is on a five fight winning streak, and is coming off a second round TKO victory over Hracho Darpinyan in his last fight. Aaron Jeffrey has power in his punches, and likes to throw them in bunches. He has a decent defensive ground game. He is on a three fight win streak, and is coming off a second round TKO victory over Andre Petroski in his last fight.

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Vladimir Mineev (15-1-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #18, Underdog: +310) vs. "The Iron Pole" Mariusz Ksiazkiewicz (8-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #21, Favorite: -390)

 

Vladimir Mineev is a high calibre kickboxer, with power in his strikes, he has decent takedown defence, but no ground game whatsoever. He is on a three fight win streak, and is coming off a third round TKO victory over Dauren Ermekov in his last fight. Mariusz ksiazkiewicz has some decent boxing, but likes to get opponents to the ground where he can work his submission game. He won his first 8 fights, but is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Mario Felipe de Sousa in Dana White's Contender Series.

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: "The Blessed" Rafael Carvalho (16-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Favorite: -1010) vs. Jason "Dooms" Day (19-12, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #12, Underdog: +800)

 

Rafael Carvalho is a brutal Muay Thai striker. He is lethal on his feet, brutal in the Thai clinch, and good defensively, against takedowns, and on the ground. Carvalho is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Alex Polizzi in his last fight. Jason Day is a mixed martial artist, with decent technical boxing, and a good ground game that can end in either strikes, or submissions. He is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round TKO loss to Francis Carmont in his last fight.

 

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Tamdan "The Barn Cat" McCrory (14-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #8, Favorite: -500) vs. Ivan Bogdanov (7-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #20, Underdog: +390)

 

Tamdan McCrory is trained in Muay Thai and wrestling. He has powerful high kicks, and can obliterate opponents in the Thai clinch. He is also very dangerous on the ground, with submissions, or strikes being used to win the fight. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a second round knock out loss to Nate Marquardt in 2016. Ivan Bogdanov has massive power in his fists, and likes to take people down, and rain down brutal ground and pound. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Jae Young Kim in his last fight.

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Teddy "Bear" Ash (14-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #23, Underdog: +160) vs. Torbjorn Madsen (5-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #24, Favorite: -210)

 

Teddy Ash is a highly trained kickboxer, who has power in his strikes. He has good takedown defence, and decent ground defence. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Dusko Todorovic in Dana White's Contender Series. Torbjorn Madsen is a mixed martial artists, who has an absolutely devastating striking game, and likes to work brutal ground and pound from smothering top control. He won his first five professional fights, but is coming off a first round knock out loss to Mzwandile Hlongwa in his last fight.

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Elvis "The King" Mutapcic (15-6-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #15, Underdog: +120) vs. Miles "Beefcake" Anstead (9-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #19, Favorite: -160)

 

Elvis Mutapcic is a kickboxer, with a brutal kicking game, if the fight does go to the ground he has decent control from the bottom, and can work some submissions. Mutapcic is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round knock out loss to Beslan Isaev in his last fight. Miles Anstead is a mixed martial artist, with heavy hands and decent takedowns, that lead to good ground and pound. He recently broke a three fight winning streak with a fourth round TKO loss to Brendan Kornberger in his last fight.

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Piotr Strus (15-5-2-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #7, Favorite: -190) vs. Bartlomiej "Clark Kent" Gladkowicz (5-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #22, Underdog: +150)

 

Piotr Strus is a strong kickboxer, with a highly skilled, technical striking game. He has problems on the ground, though he has decent takedown defence. He is on a two fight win streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Vitaliy Nemchinov in his last fight. Bartolmiej Gladkowicz is a mixed martial artist, with decent creative striking, and a strong ground game, including control from the bottom, and strong submissions. Gladkowicz has won all five of his fights, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Damian Domachowski in his last fight.

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Ricardo "Demente" Abreu (5-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #17, Underdog: +150) vs. Brett "Fudoshin" Cooper (25-14, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #13, Favorite: -200)

 

Ricardo Abreu is a two time BJJ World Champion, and is known to take many risks in his fights, including giving his arm to other fighters while in guard, and use his opponents armbar attempt to pass from guard, this high risk style is what earned him the name Demente (or Madman). Abreu has not fought since 2015, and is coming off the first loss of his career, a Split Decision loss to Jake Collier. Brett Cooper is an exciting striker with wild looping punches, Cooper eats a lot of shots from more technical strikers but has the chin, heart and KO power to make for a tough test against anyone. He recently broke a two fight losing streak, winning by Disqualification for a Illegal Knee against Alexey Efremov in his last fight.

 

 

 

Middleweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Mikkel Parlo (12-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #16, Favorite: -390) vs. Adam "Warhammer" Hunter (7-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +310)

 

Mikkel Parlo is a highly trained kickboxer, with a powerful kicking game. He doesn't have that much of a ground game, but can work ground and pound if he manages to end up on top. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Chris Honeycutt in 2016. Adam Hunter has a decent striking game, but lacks ability on the ground, both offensively, and defensively. He has won seven fights in a row, and is coming off a first round knock out victory over Chris Dempsey in his last fight.

 

 

 

Weigh-In Results

 

Elias Theodorou (185 lbs) vs. Nick Diaz (185 lbs)

Darren Till (185 lbs) vs. Bruno Santos (185 lbs)

Marc-Andre Barriault (185 lbs) vs. Steve Bosse (185 lbs)

Ryan Janes (185 lbs) vs. Chris Camozzi (185 lbs)

Johny Hendricks (185 lbs) vs. KB Bhullar (185 lbs)

Clint Hester (185 lbs) vs. James Te Huna (185 lbs)

C.B. Dolloway (185 lbs) vs. Carlos Matos (185 lbs)

Anatoly Tokov (185 lbs) vs. Aaron Jeffery (185 lbs)

Vladimir Mineev (185 lbs) vs. Mariusz Ksiazkiewicz (185 lbs)

Rafael Carvalho (185 lbs) vs. Jason Day (185 lbs)

 

Tamdan McCrory (185 lbs) vs. Ivan Bogdanov (185 lbs)

Teddy Ash (185 lbs) vs. Torbjorn Madsen (185 lbs)

Elvis Mutapcic (185 lbs) vs. Miles Anstead (185 lbs)

Piotr Strus (185 lbs) vs. Bartlomiej Gladkiewicz (185 lbs)

Ricardo Abreu (185 lbs) vs. Brett Cooper (185 lbs)

Mikkel Parlo (185 lbs) vs. Adam Hunter (185 lbs)

 

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 9 Full Fight Card

 

MW: Elias Theodorou vs. Nick Diaz

MW: Darren Till vs. Bruno Santos

MW: Marc-Andre Barriault vs. Steve Bosse

MW: Ryan Janes vs. Chris Comozzi

MW: Johny Hendricks vs. KB Bhullar

MW: Clint Hester vs. James Te Huna

MW: C.B. Dolloway vs. Carlos Matos

MW: Anatoly Tokov vs. Aaron Jeffery

MW: Vladimir Mineev vs. Mariusz Ksiazkiewicz

MW: Rafael Carvalho vs. Jason Day

 

MW: Tamdan McCrory vs. Ivan Bogdanov

MW: Teddy Ash vs. Torbjorn Madsen

MW: Elvis Mutapcic vs. Miles Anstead

MW: Piotr Strus vs. Bartlomiej Gladkiewicz

MW: Ricardo Abreu vs. Brett Cooper

MW: Mikkel Parlo vs. Adam Hunter

[CageRage]

 

 

 

Friday, Week 1, February 2021

 

 

 

Live From St. Johns, Newfoundland

 

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Mikkel Parlo (12-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Odense, Denmark, Favorite: -390) vs. Adam "Warhammer" Hunter (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Underdog: +310)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our first fight of the night is Mikkel Parlo squaring off with Adam 'Warhammer' Hunter.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Nelson Hamilton, Tony Weeks, and Sal D'Amato.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Hunter, being in front of a home crowd, gets a loud cheer as he enters.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:54) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 14:22) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:22) Hunter is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:22) Parlo uses a left jab and also launches a right head kick that did damage.

(Rd 1 - 14:07) Hunter looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats, that last blow may have rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 14:07) Parlo hits a head kick, but most of the power was taken on the raised forearms of Hunter.

(Rd 1 - 13:47) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:47) Hunter hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 13:47) Parlo lands a left jab and also lands a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:20) Parlo appeared to be going for a takedown, but Hunter took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 13:20) Hunter lands a left hand and then hits Parlo with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:20) It looks like Parlo has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 1 - 12:57) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:57) Parlo misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a low kick that doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 12:33) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 12:33) Parlo is off-target with a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 12:33) Hunter finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 12:10) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 11:40) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 11:40) Hunter hits a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 11:40) Parlo scores with a brace of jabs and also lands a nice high roundhouse kick.

(Rd 1 - 11:25) Covering up, Hunter backs off until pressed up against the cage! He is hurt!

(Rd 1 - 11:25) Hunter eats a right head kick! He falls to the ground but is not out!

(Rd 1 - 11:14) Parlo senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 11:14) Parlo pounds away with rights, Hunter is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face!

(Rd 1 - 11:14) Referee Dan Miragliotta jumps in and saves Hunter from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 10:58) Mikkel Parlo takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

 

Official Result: Mikkel Parlo defeats Adam 'Warhammer' Hunter (TKO (Strikes) in 4:02 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Mikkel Parlo thanks everyone connected to Arte Suave for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He is then asked who he'd like to face in his next fight, and replies that he has a lot of respect for the skills of Marc-Andre Barriault and that he thinks it'd be a great fight.

 

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Ricardo "Demente" Abreu (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +150) vs. Brett "Fudoshin" Cooper (25-14, 0-0 CTC, From: Long Beach, California, Favorite: -200)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Ricardo 'Demente' Abreu battles Brett 'Fudoshin' Cooper.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Chris Leben will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Sal D'Amato, Ricardo Almeida, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:53) A jab hits home from Cooper and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 14:48) Covering up, Abreu backs off on rubbery legs! He is hurt!

(Rd 1 - 14:48) Cooper tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but it misses as Abreu quickly steps backward and out of range.

(Rd 1 - 14:43) Circling back to the center, Abreu looks like he has regained his composure.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Cooper comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) A jab lands from Cooper, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 14:20) Cooper hits two left jabs and then lands a vicious right cross!

(Rd 1 - 14:20) Abreu is knocked down!

(Rd 1 - 14:08) Cooper moves in quickly, kneeling beside Abreu and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 1 - 14:08) Cooper starts unloading with massive rights and Abreu is getting pasted!

(Rd 1 - 14:08) Referee Chris Leben is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 13:48) The winner, by TKO; Brett Cooper!

 

 

 

Official Result: Brett 'Fudoshin' Cooper defeats Ricardo 'Demente' Abreu (TKO (Strikes) in 1:12 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Brett Cooper praises his team at Bodyshop MMA, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to face in his next fight, and replies that he has a lot of respect for the skills of Ryan Janes and that he thinks it'd be a great fight.

 

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Piotr Strus (15-5-2-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Warsaw, Poland, Favorite: -190) vs. Bartlomiej "Clark Kent" Gladkowicz (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Bydgoszcz, Poland, Underdog: +150)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Piotr Strus facing Bartlomiej 'Clark Kent' Gladkowicz.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Adelaide Byrd, Nelson Hamilton, and Tony Weeks.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:52) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:52) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land.

(Rd 1 - 14:52) Gladkowicz misses a jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 14:52) Strus is off-target with a jab and also doesn't get a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 14:35) Strus moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Gladkowicz into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:35) Strus moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Gladkowicz.

(Rd 1 - 14:35) Strus fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:18) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:18) Gladkowicz hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked. Strus hits a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:56) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 13:27) Strus steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 13:27) Gladkowicz lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 13:27) A one-two from Strus fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 13:06) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:06) Gladkowicz misses with a big right hand, allowing Strus to counter with a glancing high kick.

(Rd 1 - 12:45) Strus comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 12:45) Gladkowicz scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 12:45) A jab is wide from Strus, but then he hits Gladkowicz with a high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 12:27) Strus initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:27) Gladkowicz tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 12:27) Strus lands a jab and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Strus forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Gladkowicz throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Strus fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 1 - 11:44) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 11:44) Gladkowicz misses with a big right hand, allowing Strus to counter with a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 11:26) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 11:10) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:10) Strus hits a jab but can't make contact on a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 11:10) Gladkowicz finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 10:50) A jab is wide from Strus, but then he catches Gladkowicz with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 10:41) Gladkowicz gets hold of Strus without taking too much damage.

(Rd 1 - 10:31) Gladkowicz is trying to muscle Strus up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 10:31) He does so and now has Strus pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 10:18) Gladkowicz pins Strus up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 1 - 10:04) Strus, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Gladkowicz is exerting.

(Rd 1 - 10:04) 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 - 08:55) Gladkowicz pins Strus up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 08:55) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 1 - 07:47) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 07:40) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 07:40) Gladkowicz hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:40) Strus lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 07:30) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:30) For the first time, Gladkowicz is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 07:21) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 07:21) Strus slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a vicious head kick!

(Rd 1 - 07:11) He's down! Gladkowicz falls to the floor!

(Rd 1 - 07:11) Strus senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!

(Rd 1 - 07:11) Incredibly, Gladkowicz holds on and survives an arsenal of vicious stomps and kicks!

(Rd 1 - 06:50) Strus looks to get on top of Gladkowicz.

(Rd 1 - 06:50) Strus comes around the raised legs and gets side control.

(Rd 1 - 06:35) Strus pounds away, but Gladkowicz calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 06:24) Gladkowicz tries to pull guard on Strus but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 06:08) Strus fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 1 - 05:48) Gladkowicz tries to move to guard, but Strus doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 05:37) Strus pounds away on Gladkowicz, but few of the shots lands clean.

(Rd 1 - 05:21) Gladkowicz tries to move to guard, but Strus doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 05:01) Strus pounds away but Gladkowicz deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Gladkowicz tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Strus pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Gladkowicz tries to pull guard on Strus but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Strus fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Gladkowicz tries to pull guard on Strus but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Strus pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Gladkowicz tries to move to guard, but Strus doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Strus tries to pound on Gladkowicz, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Gladkowicz tries to pull guard on Strus but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Strus is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Strus can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Gladkowicz with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Gladkowicz scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Strus throws a punch but Gladkowicz avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Strus can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Gladkowicz lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Strus throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) A punch from Strus fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Strus closes in on Gladkowicz, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) A tentative jab from Gladkowicz lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Strus can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Gladkowicz, but Strus was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) A jab is wide from Strus, but then he hits Gladkowicz with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Gladkowicz looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats, that last blow may have rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Strus moves forward, looking for the kill, but Gladkowicz shoots in quickly for an instinctual desperation takedown attempt!

(Rd 1 - 00:49) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Strus pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Gladkowicz keeps very tight to Strus, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Using his leg strength to push Gladkowicz back a bit, Strus looks to scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) It's a bad choice though, as Gladkowicz seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Gladkowicz unloads with big elbows but Strus is able to deal with most of them.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that Strus is the winner.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Piotr Strus!

 

 

 

Official Result: Piotr Strus defeats Bartlomiej 'Clark Kent' Gladkowicz (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Piotr Strus gave a name-check to everyone at Berkut WCA Fight Team, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. Piotr Strus did great in this interview.

 

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Elvis "The King" Mutapcic (15-6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Des Moines, Iowa, Underdog: +120) vs. Miles "Beefcake" Anstead (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Regina, Saskatchewan, Favorite: -160)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Elvis 'The King' Mutapcic fighting Miles 'Beefcake' Anstead.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Adelaide Byrd, Nelson Hamilton, and Tony Weeks.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:52) Anstead throws a punch but Mutapcic avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 14:49) With a clear opportunity, Mutapcic is able to move in fast and clinch with Anstead.

(Rd 1 - 14:40) Mutapcic looks to sweep a leg out from under Anstead so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 1 - 14:40) Mutapcic doesn't get the trip, Anstead instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 14:17) Anstead is trying to push Mutapcic so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:17) Anstead does it, Mutapcic is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:03) Mutapcic is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 1 - 13:43) Anstead pins Mutapcic up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 1 - 13:23) Anstead uses dirty boxing to punish Mutapcic while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 13:06) Mutapcic is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) Anstead smothers Mutapcic against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 12:36) Mutapcic is trapped against the cage and Anstead punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 12:25) Anstead hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 12:14) Mutapcic is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 11:57) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Marc Goddard brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 11:50) Anstead comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 11:50) A jab hits home from Mutapcic and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 11:34) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:34) Anstead misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Mutapcic comes in with a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 11:17) Anstead lands a weak, tentative jab.

(Rd 1 - 11:17) Mutapcic throws a one-two, but Anstead was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 10:56) There's a takedown attempt from Anstead.

(Rd 1 - 10:56) He has the takedown! Mutapcic pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 10:46) Time slips away as Anstead successfully keeps Mutapcic stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 10:19) Time slips away as Anstead successfully keeps Mutapcic stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 09:44) The clock runs down as Mutapcic is being smothered against the ground by Anstead.

(Rd 1 - 09:17) Anstead fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 08:52) Anstead smothers Mutapcic with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 08:29) Anstead fires off a few punches.

(Rd 1 - 08:09) Anstead lies on top of Mutapcic, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 07:29) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:29) With no progress being made, referee Marc Goddard stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 07:22) Anstead confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 07:22) Mutapcic hits a tentative left hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:22) Anstead throws a punch but Mutapcic avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 07:13) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 07:13) Mutapcic slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a pair of jabs that are followed by a right head kick that doesn't make contact.

(Rd 1 - 06:50) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 06:50) Mutapcic scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 06:50) Anstead hits a jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 06:42) Backing off, Mutapcic looks very wobbly, I think he may be hurt!

(Rd 1 - 06:42) Mutapcic is dropped by a big right hook!

(Rd 1 - 06:27) Anstead starts pounding away on Mutapcic, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 1 - 06:27) Anstead fires away with punches and Mutapcic is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 06:27) The referee pulls Anstead away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 1 - 06:11) The winner, by TKO, is Miles 'Beefcake' Anstead!

 

 

 

Official Result: Miles 'Beefcake' Anstead defeats Elvis 'The King' Mutapcic (TKO (Strikes) in 8:49 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Miles Anstead gives a name-check to everyone at Hayabusa Training Center, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Miles Anstead says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Teddy "Bear" Ash (14-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Fort McMurray, Canada, Underdog: +160) vs. Torbjorn Madsen (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Bergen, Norway, Favorite: -210)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Teddy 'Bear' Ash facing Torbjorn Madsen.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Chris Leben.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Tony Weeks, Sal D'Amato, and Ricardo Almeida.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:54) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:54) Ash slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:40) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:40) Ash doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:40) Madsen doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 14:07) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:07) Ash hits a jab but can't hit a right cross. Madsen scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 13:45) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:45) Madsen misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 13:28) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:28) Ash lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:28) Madsen hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:21) For the first time, Madsen is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 13:08) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 12:53) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:53) Ash misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Madsen attacks with a nice left hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:36) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:36) Ash goes to the legs with a low kick. Madsen lands a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:16) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:16) Ash misses with a big right hand, allowing Madsen to counter with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 11:57) Ash throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 11:49) Madsen moves in fast and clinches with Ash.

(Rd 1 - 11:41) With control of the clinch, Madsen tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 11:41) Madsen doesn't get the takedown, Ash instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 11:12) With control of the clinch, Ash tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 11:12) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 1 - 10:57) Madsen is looking really tired.

(Rd 1 - 10:57) In side control, Ash begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 1 - 10:57) Ash shows his ground skills and slips to mount.

(Rd 1 - 10:33) Ash pounds away on Madsen, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 1 - 10:33) Ash forces Madsen to turn away from the strikes, giving up his back!

(Rd 1 - 10:15) Madsen is in huge trouble now, as Ash successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 09:53) With both hooks in, Ash tries to flatten Madsen out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 09:53) Ash flattens Madsen out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 1 - 09:25) Teddy Ash takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

 

Official Result: Teddy 'Bear' Ash defeats Torbjorn Madsen (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 5:35 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Tamdan "The Barn Cat" McCrory (14-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Ithaca, New York, Favorite: -500) vs. Ivan Bogdanov (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: St. Petersburg, Russia, Underdog: +390)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Tamdan 'The Barn Cat' McCrory goes up against Ivan Bogdanov in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Chris Leben is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Ricardo Almeida, Adelaide Byrd, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Bogdanov clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 14:19) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:19) McCrory counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a quick kick.

(Rd 1 - 14:07) Bogdanov rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 14:01) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:01) McCrory misses a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:01) Bogdanov lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 13:43) Moving forward constantly, McCrory is pressuring Bogdanov.

(Rd 1 - 13:43) McCrory is now in the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 13:43) Bogdanov falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 1 - 13:43) McCrory can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Bogdanov with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:28) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 13:06) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:06) Bogdanov misses with a big right hand, allowing McCrory to counter with a quick left jab and a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:40) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 12:40) McCrory counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 1 - 12:20) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 11:56) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 11:56) Bogdanov misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. McCrory comes in with a left kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 11:39) McCrory attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 11:39) Bogdanov misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 11:39) A jab hits home from McCrory and then he scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 11:21) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 10:56) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 10:35) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 10:35) McCrory is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 10:35) Bogdanov is off target with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:14) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 09:59) McCrory rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 09:49) McCrory initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 09:49) Bogdanov tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 09:49) McCrory connects with two left hands and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 09:23) McCrory comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 09:23) Bogdanov lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 09:23) McCrory can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Bogdanov with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 09:13) McCrory attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 09:13) Bogdanov misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 09:13) McCrory feints, causing Bogdanov to move to one side and leave himself wide open.

(Rd 1 - 09:13) McCrory lands a jab and then he hits Bogdanov with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 08:53) Bogdanov shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 08:53) McCrory almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Bogdanov has hold of one leg.

(Rd 1 - 08:53) Bogdanov can't get McCrory down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 08:31) Bogdanov tries to maintain control, but McCrory wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 08:02) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 07:32) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 07:06) McCrory forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 07:06) Bogdanov tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 07:06) McCrory lands a jab and then he hits Bogdanov with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 06:48) Moving forward constantly, McCrory is pressuring Bogdanov.

(Rd 1 - 06:48) McCrory steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 06:48) McCrory connects with a jab but Bogdanov evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 06:38) McCrory is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 1 - 06:26) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 06:26) McCrory scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 06:26) Bogdanov misses a jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 06:02) McCrory comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 06:02) McCrory is now in the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 06:02) McCrory hits a left jab and then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 05:55) McCrory studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 1 - 05:41) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 05:10) Moving forward constantly, McCrory is pressuring Bogdanov.

(Rd 1 - 05:10) Bogdanov throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 05:10) McCrory can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Bogdanov lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) McCrory hits a pair of jabs but misses with a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) McCrory scores with a jab and also scores with a great right hook. Bogdanov hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) McCrory moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Bogdanov into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) McCrory steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Bogdanov.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Bogdanov buys a feint and is left open.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) McCrory connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) McCrory lands a jab and then hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Bogdanov hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) McCrory lands cleanly with a powerful straight right!

(Rd 1 - 02:53) He's down! Bogdanov falls to the floor!

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Without hesitation, McCrory goes to finish Bogdanov off with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 1 - 02:53) McCrory stomps and kicks away at the stunned Bogdanov but can't put him away!

(Rd 1 - 02:35) McCrory looks to get on top of Bogdanov.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Bogdanov catches McCrory in guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) For the moment McCrory is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) McCrory doesn't allow Bogdanov to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) McCrory throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Bogdanov tries to sweep McCrory but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Bogdanov is controlled against the ground, unable to shift McCrory off of him.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) McCrory catches Bogdanov with a slicing elbow strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Bogdanov tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge McCrory.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time expires on round one, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that McCrory is the winner.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Making Tamdan 'The Barn Cat' McCrory the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Tamdan 'The Barn Cat' McCrory defeats Ivan Bogdanov (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Tamdan McCrory praises his team at Team Bomb Squad, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Tamdan McCrory says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

 

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MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

"The Blessed" Rafael Carvalho (16-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -1010) vs. Jason "Dooms" Day (19-12, 0-0 CTC, From: Lethbridge, Alberta, Underdog: +800)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The main card opens with 'The Blessed' Rafael Carvalho battling Jason 'Dooms' Day.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Marc Goddard.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Adelaide Byrd, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:47) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:47) Day misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Caralho attacks with a jab and a glancing blow with a high kick.

(Rd 1 - 14:28) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 13:50) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 13:25) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 13:03) Caralho steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:03) Day scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 13:03) Caralho throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 12:38) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:38) Day misses with a left jab but nails a right cross. Caralho lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 12:31) Caralho steps back...and almost stumbles over! He is on wobbly legs!

(Rd 1 - 12:31) Caralho takes a right hand but will not go down.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Day hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Caralho lands two of three quick punches and then lands a nice high roundhouse kick.

(Rd 1 - 11:46) Backing off, Day looks very wobbly, I think he may be hurt!

(Rd 1 - 11:46) Caralho tries to get Day into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 11:46) Caralho achieves it, Day could not fight out of it.

(Rd 1 - 11:28) From the clinch, Caralho drives a huge knee to the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 11:08) Day tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 1 - 10:43) Using the clinch, Caralho blasts Day with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.

(Rd 1 - 10:29) Caralho finds an attempted knee strike caught, and the leverage allows Day to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 09:49) Caralho can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 09:36) Caralho can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Day with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 09:31) Day immediately backs up against the cage and covers up! I think that last strike may have really rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 09:31) Caralho is looking to get Day in a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 09:31) He has it hooked, Day was too dazed to muster any sort of serious defensive action.

(Rd 1 - 09:15) From the clinch, Day gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.

(Rd 1 - 08:56) Caralho keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.

(Rd 1 - 08:32) Using the clinch, Caralho blasts Day with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.

(Rd 1 - 08:13) Caralho tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Day isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 1 - 07:51) From the clinch, Day gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.

(Rd 1 - 07:31) Day partially blocks a knee strike, enough to allow him to wrestle free of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 07:01) Caralho is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 07:01) Day is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 1 - 06:49) Caralho can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:45) Without taking too much damage, Day is able to clinch with Caralho.

(Rd 1 - 06:38) Day looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 06:38) Day doesn't get the trip, Caralho instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 06:25) Caralho attempts to wrestle Day to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 06:25) He has the takedown! Day pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 06:10) Time slips away as Caralho successfully keeps Day stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 05:41) Day is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Caralho off of him.

(Rd 1 - 05:03) Time slips away as Caralho successfully keeps Day stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Time slips away as Caralho successfully keeps Day stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Caralho smothers Day with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) Caralho throws several small strikes at Day, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Day throws out some punches, but Caralho leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Marc Goddard standing them both back up.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Caralho looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Day had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Caralho can't connect with a jab, but then hits Day with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Caralho throws a punch but Day avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Day gets hold of Caralho.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) With control of the clinch, Day tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Caralho blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Caralho uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Day.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Caralho tries to use some dirty boxing, but Day uses his wrestling skills to smother him.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Day tries to wriggle free, but Caralho controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Caralho is trying to muscle Day up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Day ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Day is trapped against the cage and Caralho punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Day gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Caralho is aiming to get Day into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) He gets it and now has Day in trouble.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Using the clinch, Caralho blasts Day with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Caralho loses the Muay Thai clinch after a knee strike misses and gives Day the opportunity to wrestle free.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Day looks very tired out there.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Caralho.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Blessed' Rafael Carvalho!

 

 

 

Official Result: 'The Blessed' Rafael Carvalho defeats Jason 'Dooms' Day (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Rafael Carvalho thanks his team at Evolucao Thai MMA, his various sponsors, and all the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Rafael Carvalho celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Vladimir Mineev (15-1-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Underdog: +310) vs. "The Iron Pole" Mariusz Ksiazkiewicz (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Favorite: -390)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Vladimir Mineev taking on 'The Iron Pole' Mariusz Ksiazkiewicz.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Sal D'Amato, Ricardo Almeida, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Mineev connects with a nice jab and then lands a spinning back kick to the chest.

(Rd 1 - 14:37) Mineev throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 14:32) Ksiazkiewicz moves in fast and clinches with Mineev.

(Rd 1 - 14:25) Ksiazkiewicz is looking to muscle Mineev back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:25) He does so and now has Mineev pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:09) Ksiazkiewicz drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.

(Rd 1 - 14:09) Mineev cannot stop the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 14:09) The takedown allows Ksiazkiewicz to take the back of Mineev.

(Rd 1 - 13:39) Ksiazkiewicz tries to finish Mineev off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 13:39) Mineev doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 13:20) Ksiazkiewicz blocks Mineev as he tries to roll over.

(Rd 1 - 13:05) Ksiazkiewicz attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 13:05) The rear naked choke is in deep, Mineev has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 12:39) By submission, the winner is Mariusz Ksiazkiewicz!

 

 

 

Official Result: 'The Iron Pole' Mariusz Ksiazkiewicz defeats Vladimir Mineev (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:21 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Mariusz Ksiazkiewicz name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Mariusz Ksiazkiewicz says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. He knows exactly how to handle these sorts of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself.

 

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Anatoly Tokov (29-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Tobolsk, Russia, Favorite: -1180) vs. Aaron Jeffery (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Niagara Falls, Ontario, Underdog: +940)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Anatoly Tokov faces Aaron Jeffery.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Dan Miragliotta.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Tony Weeks, and Sal D'Amato.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Jeffery can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 14:40) Tokov gets hold of Jeffery without taking too much damage.

(Rd 1 - 14:33) Tokov is looking to muscle Jeffery back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:33) Tokov achieves it, pinning Jeffery to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:17) Smothered against the cage, Jeffery cannot get free.

(Rd 1 - 14:17) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(Rd 1 - 13:04) Tokov smothers Jeffery up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 13:04) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 12:02) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 11:57) Jeffery lands two jabs, but Tokov avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 11:37) Showing good hand speed, Jeffery lands a flurry of three punches and then hits Tokov with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 11:12) Jeffery confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 11:12) Jeffery can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Tokov with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 10:51) Jeffery confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 10:51) Tokov uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 1 - 10:51) Jeffery connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:31) Jeffery connects with two left jabs, but Tokov dodges a big right head kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 10:02) Jeffery moves in behind four quick punches, four of them finding a home, and then catches Tokov with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 09:38) Jeffery confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 09:38) A tentative jab from Tokov lands.

(Rd 1 - 09:38) Jeffery doesn't trouble his opponent with a four punch flurry or the attempted head kick that follows.

(Rd 1 - 09:03) Tokov moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 09:03) Jeffery moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 08:41) Jeffery throws a punch but Tokov was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 08:37) Tokov comes in and grabs Jeffery in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 08:27) Tokov is trying to push Jeffery so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 08:27) Jeffery ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 08:12) Tokov smothers Jeffery against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 07:57) Jeffery takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 1 - 07:43) Showing his ability to control opponents, Tokov simply smothers Jeffery against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 07:43) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 06:38) Tokov smothers Jeffery up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 06:38) 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 - 05:33) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 05:33) Jeffery glances at the clock.

(Rd 1 - 05:27) Jeffery throws a punch but Tokov avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 05:23) Tokov takes the chance and grabs Jeffery into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 05:15) Tokov is trying to push Jeffery so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 05:15) Tokov manages it and controls Jeffery up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:58) Tokov pins Jeffery up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Tokov hits Jeffery, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Tokov smothers Jeffery against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Unable to break free, Jeffery is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Dan Miragliotta brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Tokov is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) For the first time, Jeffery is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Jeffery fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Tokov hits a tentative left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Jeffery can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Jeffery can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Jeffery hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Tokov seizes the chance and grabs Jeffery into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Jeffery tries to wriggle free, but Tokov controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) With control of the clinch, Tokov tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) The takedown is successful, Jeffery pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) In guard, Tokov throws a couple of punches designed to keep Jeffery guessing.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) Using his leg strength to push Tokov back a bit, Jeffery looks to scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) Tokov is too quick though, and grabs side control before Jeffery can get up.

(Rd 1 - 00:43) Tokov throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Tokov pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time expires on round one, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Nelson Hamilton has Tokov as the winner.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Tony Weeks gives the result in favour of Jeffery.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Sal D'Amato has Tokov as the winner.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by split decision, is Anatoly Tokov!

 

 

 

Official Result: Anatoly Tokov defeats Aaron Jeffery (Split Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Anatoly Tokov thanks everyone connected to Alexander Nevsky Club for helping him prepare for this fight, and all his sponsors for supporting him financially. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Darren Till would be a tough challenge but one that he'd be interested in trying.

 

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

C.B. "The Doberman" Dollaway (17-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Tempe, Arizona, Favorite: -1080) vs. Carlos "El Matador" Santos (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Dominican Republic, Underdog: +860)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which C.B. 'The Doberman' Dollaway battles Carlos 'El Matador' Matos.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Adelaide Byrd, Nelson Hamilton, and Tony Weeks.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 14:49) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:49) Dollaway dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:23) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:23) Matos hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:23) Dollaway is off target with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) Matos misses with a big right hand, allowing Dollaway to counter with a glancing high kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:31) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:31) Matos misses with a big right hand, allowing Dollaway to counter with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Matos lands a left jab but misses with a right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Dollaway misses a couple of jabs but connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) With that last shot, it looks like Dollaway may have damaged his own hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) A damaged hand will obviously cause Dollaway some major problems when it comes to striking.

(Rd 1 - 12:47) That last shot may have done some damage, Matos backs off until against the cage and tries to cover up! He looks dazed and unsteady!

(Rd 1 - 12:47) Dollaway throws a vicious right uppercut to try and finish Matos, but he is just able to dodge it.

(Rd 1 - 12:42) Matos manages to clear his head and circle away from the cage, back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 12:36) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:36) Matos slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:13) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:13) Matos slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 11:49) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 11:24) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 11:24) Dollaway tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 1 - 11:24) Matos misses a jab and also doesn't connect with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 10:59) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 10:59) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 10:59) Dollaway misses a jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:59) Matos misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:41) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 10:27) Dollaway studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 1 - 10:19) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 10:19) Dollaway is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 10:19) Matos doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:02) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 09:33) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 09:33) Dollaway misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Matos attacks with a couple of jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 09:03) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 08:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 08:48) Dollaway misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Matos attacks with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 08:20) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 08:20) Matos misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Dollaway attacks with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 07:59) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 07:59) Matos dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 07:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:25) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 07:25) Dollaway uses a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 07:25) Matos is off-target with two jabs but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 07:09) Covering up, Dollaway backs off! Matos may have rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 07:09) A big right hand from Matos drops Dollaway!

(Rd 1 - 07:02) Matos moves in quickly to try and finish Dollaway with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 1 - 07:02) Dollaway is back to his feet too quickly though.

(Rd 1 - 06:45) Taking a few gulps of breath, Matos is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 1 - 06:32) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 06:32) Matos slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 06:18) Dollaway is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 1 - 06:11) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 06:11) Dollaway doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook. Matos hits a jab and also hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 05:48) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 05:48) Dollaway slips past a right hook and counters with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 05:30) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 05:30) Dollaway misses a jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 05:30) Matos is off-target with a jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 05:12) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 05:12) Dollaway misses with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 05:12) Matos is off-target with a jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Dollaway misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Dollaway misses a jab and also misses a high kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Matos is off-target with a jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Matos counters a right hand with two jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Dollaway hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Matos lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Dollaway is off-target with a jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Matos misses a jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Matos moves in on Dollaway, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Dollaway appeared to be going for a takedown, but Matos took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Matos misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Matos throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Matos is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Matos confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Matos can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Matos glances at the clock.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Matos throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Matos fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Dollaway may have been setting up to shoot, but Matos aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Matos connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Dollaway chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Matos down.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) Dollaway fires away with punches, but Matos doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time expires on round one, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that Matos is the winner.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Carlos 'El Matador' Matos wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Carlos 'El Matador' Matos defeats C.B. 'The Doberman' Dollaway (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Carlos Matos thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He says that he is happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here. A lively, chrismatic speaker, Carlos Matos is great at using these interviews to sell himself.

 

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Clint "Headbussa" Hester (11-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Favorite: -400) vs. James Te Huna (16-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Penrith, Australia, Underdog: +310)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Clint 'Headbussa' Hester going head to head with James Te Huna.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Sal D'Amato, Ricardo Almeida, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:48) Te Huna comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:48) Hester hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 14:48) Te Huna uses a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:34) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:34) Hester misses an attempted body shot and gets countered with a left jab and a left hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 14:21) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:21) Hester scores with a left hook. Te Huna misses with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:21) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Te Huna.

(Rd 1 - 14:06) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:06) Te Huna hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:06) Hester uses a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:48) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:48) Te Huna goes to the body with a left hand. Hester uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 13:26) Hester, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 1 - 13:26) A jab lands from Te Huna, but Hester steps back to avoid a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 13:02) Hester initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:02) Te Huna scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 13:02) Hester throws some strikes and a kick to the body, but Te Huna avoids them all.

(Rd 1 - 12:56) Looking a bit tense, Hester moves around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:43) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:43) Te Huna scores with a jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 12:43) Hester hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 12:29) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:29) Hester misses a right hook and gets countered with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 12:20) Te Huna comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 12:20) Hester manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 12:20) Te Huna misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 12:09) Te Huna forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:09) Hester lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 12:09) Te Huna lands a left jab but Hester steps back to avoid a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 11:53) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 11:39) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Te Huna.

(Rd 1 - 11:39) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 1 - 11:39) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 11:33) Te Huna comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 11:33) Hester lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 11:33) Te Huna hits a left jab and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 11:26) Taking a few gulps of breath, Te Huna is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 1 - 11:19) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 10:52) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 10:28) Te Huna forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 10:28) Hester hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:28) Te Huna throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 10:10) Moving forward constantly, Te Huna is pressuring Hester.

(Rd 1 - 10:10) Hester lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 10:10) Te Huna connects with a nice jab and then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 09:50) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 09:50) Hester goes to the body with a left hand. Te Huna hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 09:33) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 09:33) Hester hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 09:33) Te Huna uses a left jab and also lands a left kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 09:20) Te Huna acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head.

(Rd 1 - 09:05) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 09:05) Hester is off target with a left jab but lands with a left hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 09:05) Te Huna scores with a jab and also hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 08:46) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 08:46) Te Huna lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 08:46) Hester lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 08:26) Te Huna steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 08:26) Hester manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 08:26) Te Huna comes in fast and lands three quick punches but Hester avoids the kick to the body that it set up.

(Rd 1 - 08:11) A few deep breaths betray that Te Huna is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 1 - 08:02) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 08:02) Te Huna misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Hester to attack with a quick left jab and a head kick attempt that narrowly misses.

(Rd 1 - 07:38) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 07:38) Te Huna scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 07:38) Displaying good hands, Hester blasts his opponent with a four punch combination that ended with a shot to the body.

(Rd 1 - 07:09) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 07:09) Te Huna lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:09) Hester finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 07:09) A strike has re-opened the cut above the eye of Te Huna.

(Rd 1 - 06:53) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 06:25) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 06:25) Te Huna hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 06:25) Hester hits a jab and also scores with a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 1 - 06:13) Te Huna is looking really tired.

(Rd 1 - 06:13) For the first time, Hester is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 06:02) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 05:43) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 05:43) Hester throws a leg kick but doesn't make contact.

(Rd 1 - 05:43) Te Huna doesn't connect with a left jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 05:24) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Te Huna misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Hester to attack with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Te Huna.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) We're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:16) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Hester scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Te Huna is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Hester hits a jab but doesn't connect with a spin kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Te Huna is off target with a left jab but hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Moving forward constantly, Hester is pressuring Te Huna.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Hester moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Te Huna.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Hester lands a jab and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Te Huna.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Te Huna looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Hester is looking to get Te Huna in a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Te Huna can't fight it off and ends up caught.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Hester catches Te Huna with a glancing elbow, but didn't get much force behind it.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Hester misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) From the clinch, Hester drives a massive elbow to Te Huna...and knocks him out!

(Rd 1 - 02:21) By knock out, the winner is Clint Hester!

 

 

 

Official Result: Clint 'Headbussa' Hester defeats James Te Huna (Knock Out (Elbow) in 12:39 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Clint Hester thanks everyone connected to Michigan Top Team for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Clint Hester celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Johny "Bigg Rigg" Hendricks (18-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Ada, Oklahoma, Underdog: +140) vs. KB "The Bengal" Bhullar (8-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Edmonton, Alberta, Favorite: -180)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Johny 'Bigg Rigg' Hendricks against KB 'The Bengal' Bhullar.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Ricardo Almeida, Adelaide Byrd, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Bhullar may have weighed in the same as Hendricks yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Hendricks moves in on Bhullar, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Hendricks lands a right jab, but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 14:32) Hendricks initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:32) Bhullar hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 14:32) Hendricks lands two right hands, but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 14:08) Hendricks comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 14:08) Bhullar hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 14:08) Hendricks lands a right hand and then he catches Bhullar with a stunning left hook!

(Rd 1 - 14:08) Bhullar hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 13:57) Hendricks senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 13:57) Hendricks fires away and Bhullar is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 13:57) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 13:40) Johny Hendricks takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

 

Official Result: Johny 'Bigg Rigg' Hendricks defeats KB 'The Bengal' Bhullar (TKO (Strikes) in 1:20 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Johny Hendricks gives a name-check to everyone at Team Takedown, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. Johny Hendricks proved to be a charismatic interviewee.

 

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Ryan Janes (10-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Victoria, British Columbia, Favorite: -250) vs. Chris Camozzi (24-13, 0-0 CTC, From: Alameda, California, Underdog: +190)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Ryan Janes goes head to head with Chris Camozzi.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Chris Leben.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Tony Weeks, and Sal D'Amato.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:54) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:54) Janes misses with a big right hand, allowing Camozzi to counter with a jab and a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Janes misses with a big right hand, allowing Camozzi to counter with a quick right jab and a left hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 14:21) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 13:59) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:59) Camozzi slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a left hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 13:41) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:41) Janes hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:41) Camozzi finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 13:26) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 12:52) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:52) Janes misses a high kick that leaves him open. Camozzi comes in quickly with a right jab and a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 12:31) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:31) Camozzi slips past a right hook and counters with a right jab and an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm.

(Rd 1 - 12:06) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:06) Janes uses a left jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 12:06) Camozzi hits a jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 11:43) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 11:43) Camozzi uses a right jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 11:43) Janes scores with a jab but can't get a kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 11:24) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 11:24) Janes hits a jab but fails to land a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 11:24) Camozzi misses a jab but lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 11:03) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 11:03) Camozzi uses a pair of right jabs and also hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:03) Janes lands two jabs and also hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:45) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 10:23) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 10:23) Camozzi finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 10:23) Janes hits a left jab and also lands cleanly with a powerful straight right!

(Rd 1 - 10:12) Camozzi wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 1 - 10:12) Janes moves in quickly to try and finish Camozzi with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 1 - 10:12) Janes is too slow though, and Camozzi is back up.

(Rd 1 - 09:59) Janes is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 09:50) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 09:50) Camozzi lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 09:50) Janes hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 09:42) Shoulders hunched, Camozzi studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 09:27) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 09:00) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 09:00) Camozzi misses a left hook and gets countered with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 08:37) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 08:37) Janes lands a left jab but fails on a leg kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 08:37) Camozzi lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 08:25) Janes moves confidently around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 08:18) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 08:18) Janes scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 08:18) Camozzi lands a right jab and a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 08:03) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 07:35) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 07:02) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 07:02) Camozzi finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 07:02) Janes connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:44) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 06:44) Camozzi finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 06:44) Janes scores with a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:31) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Janes is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 1 - 06:31) Camozzi is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 06:21) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 06:21) Janes hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 06:21) Camozzi hits a two-punch combination, a quick right and a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 05:58) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 05:58) Camozzi slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a left cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 05:45) Janes, looking shattered, can't stop Camozzi pulling him into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 05:45) Clinched with Janes, Camozzi looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 1 - 05:45) The takedown doesn't work, Janes blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 05:20) Janes looks very tired out there.

(Rd 1 - 05:20) Janes looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 1 - 05:20) It's unsuccessful, Camozzi maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 1 - 05:01) Janes tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 1 - 05:01) Janes can't get the trip, as Camozzi wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Clinched with Janes, Camozzi looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Camozzi doesn't get it, Janes blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Camozzi and Janes break the grapple and are apart again, circling.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Camozzi slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right jab and a left cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Camozzi attempts to wrestle Janes to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) The takedown doesn't work, Janes blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Janes looks to sweep a leg out from under Camozzi so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Janes doesn't get the trip, Camozzi instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Camozzi looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Janes blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Camozzi attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Janes on the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Camozzi doesn't get it, Janes blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Camozzi is breathing very hard.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Janes uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Camozzi lands a right jab and a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Janes looks very, very tired.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Janes tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Camozzi finds his left cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) Janes looks to sweep a leg out from under Camozzi so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) Camozzi blocks the attempted trip and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Camozzi looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Janes blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) With control of the clinch, Camozzi tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Camozzi can't get Janes down to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Camozzi separates from Janes and we're back to a stand-off.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Camozzi misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Janes to attack with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Janes looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) An outside leg trip sweeps Camozzi down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time expires on round one, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given Janes the win.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Ryan Janes wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Ryan Janes defeats Chris Camozzi (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ryan Janes gives a name-check to everyone at Fit Plus, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Ryan Janes celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Marc-Andre "Power Bar" Barriault (12-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Quebec City, Quebec, Favorite: -260) vs. Steve "The Boss" Bosse (12-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Quebec City, Quebec, Underdog: +200)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Marc-Andre 'Power Bar' Barriault against Steve 'The Boss' Bosse.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Adelaide Byrd, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:46) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:46) Bosse misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:46) Barriault finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 14:26) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:26) Barriault misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:26) Bosse misses with a left jab and also misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:04) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 13:28) Barriault forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:28) Bosse manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 13:28) Barriault fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Bosse with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 13:18) Barriault confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:18) Barriault fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Bosse with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:12) Bosse backs off until pressed against the cage and covers up, clearly rocked! Barriault immediately advances, sensing that this is a chance to end the fight!

(Rd 1 - 13:12) A vicious right hand from Barriault drops Bosse! He is knocked out!

(Rd 1 - 13:04) Marc-Andre Barriault takes the victory by way of knock out!

 

 

 

Official Result: Marc-Andre 'Power Bar' Barriault defeats Steve 'The Boss' Bosse (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:56 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Marc-Andre Barriault thanks everyone connected to Gibson MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks a fight against Brett Cooper would be a particularly good contest.

 

 

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Darren "The Gorilla" Till (18-3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Liverpool, England, Favorite: -990) vs. Bruno "Carioca" Santos (18-3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Underdog: +790)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The co-main event is up next. Darren 'The Gorilla' Till faces Bruno 'Carioca' Santos in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Marc Goddard.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Adelaide Byrd, Nelson Hamilton, and Tony Weeks.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 14:48) A quick flurry of punches from Till sees three of three hit home and then hits Santos with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 14:22) Till looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:22) Till connects with a jab, but Santos dodges the leg kick that follows.

(Rd 1 - 14:03) Till fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:49) Santos keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 13:49) Till can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a fantastic right cross!

(Rd 1 - 13:49) He's down! Santos falls to the floor!

(Rd 1 - 13:45) Till quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Santos!

(Rd 1 - 13:45) Till pounds away on Santos, landing several great shots that rock him!

(Rd 1 - 13:45) The referee jumps in and saves Santos from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 13:28) Darren 'The Gorilla' Till takes the win by TKO!

 

 

 

Official Result: Darren 'The Gorilla' Till defeats Bruno 'Carioca' Santos (TKO (Strikes) in 1:32 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Darren Till thanks everyone connected to Team Kaobon for helping him prepare for this fight, then all his sponsors for supporting him financially. Darren Till says he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. There is no doubt that Darren Till benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value.

 

 

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Elias "Spartan" Theodorou (16-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Mississauga, Ontario, Favorite: -410) vs. Nick Diaz (26-9-2NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Stockton, California, Underdog: +320)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 30:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Elias 'Spartan' Theodorou takes on Nick Diaz in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ricardo Almeida, Adelaide Byrd, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) Theodorou may have weighed in the same as Diaz yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 30:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 29:54) Diaz comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 29:54) Theodorou fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 29:54) A one-two from Diaz fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 29:40) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 29:08) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 29:08) Diaz doesn't find the mark with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 29:08) Theodorou misses with a spinning kick.

(Rd 1 - 28:55) Theodorou can't connect with a jab, but then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 28:55) Diaz is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 1 - 28:51) Theodorou quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Diaz!

(Rd 1 - 28:51) Theodorou pounds away and Diaz eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 1 - 28:37) Theodorou throws some elbows but Diaz isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 28:26) Theodorou blocks Diaz as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 28:06) Theodorou fires away with elbows but Diaz doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 27:53) Diaz tries to pull guard on Theodorou but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 27:39) Theodorou tries to lock Diaz in an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 27:39) Diaz doesn't allow the armbar to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 27:20) Diaz pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 27:07) Theodorou tries to pound on Diaz, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 26:55) Theodorou blocks Diaz as he tries to get enough separation to scramble up.

(Rd 1 - 26:40) Theodorou throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 26:12) Diaz uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles.

(Rd 1 - 26:12) There wasn't enough separation though, Theodorou is able to catch him and secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 25:49) Theodorou punches down at Diaz, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 25:27) Diaz tries to move to guard, but Theodorou doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 25:10) Theodorou keeps Diaz guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 24:53) In side control, Theodorou catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 24:29) Diaz tries to pull guard on Theodorou but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 24:16) Theodorou fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 23:55) Diaz pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 23:40) Theodorou fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 1 - 23:23) Using an underhook to set it up, Diaz looks to scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 23:10) Diaz ends up in guard.

(Rd 1 - 22:55) Diaz fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 22:33) Diaz seems to be trying to loosen the guard in an attempt to create a leglock opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 22:33) Theodorou maintains a tight, secure guard.

(Rd 1 - 22:11) Diaz tries to break the guard of Theodorou, perhaps looking for a leglock opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 22:11) Theodorou maintains a tight, secure guard.

(Rd 1 - 21:42) Diaz throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 21:21) Diaz is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 21:21) Diaz passes guard, but Theodorou was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 1 - 21:08) The scramble results in Theodorou being on his back pulling half guard.

(Rd 1 - 20:56) In half guard, Diaz throws a couple of punches designed to keep Theodorou guessing.

(Rd 1 - 20:34) In half guard, Diaz catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 20:10) Diaz starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 20:10) He passes but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins.

(Rd 1 - 19:59) As Theodorou goes to scramble he leaves a leg in, and Diaz quickly tries to grab it.

(Rd 1 - 19:59) Missing the leg, Diaz ends up on his back pulling half guard.

(Rd 1 - 19:59) Diaz may come to regret risking that leglock attempt.

(Rd 1 - 19:36) Theodorou punches down at Diaz, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 19:08) Using an underhook to set it up, Diaz looks to scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 18:54) The scramble results in Theodorou turtled with Diaz on his back.

(Rd 1 - 18:40) Diaz attempts to set up some sort of leglock.

(Rd 1 - 18:40) Diaz tries to apply a calf slicer!

(Rd 1 - 18:40) Theodorou defends the calf slicer attempt well and is in no danger.

(Rd 1 - 18:11) Diaz turns himself slightly and appears to be working to set up an attack on the legs.

(Rd 1 - 18:11) Diaz tries to catch Theodorou in a calf slicer!

(Rd 1 - 18:11) With his opponent turtled tightly and defending well, Diaz cannot get the calf slicer.

(Rd 1 - 17:41) Diaz pounds away with left hands, hitting several big shots.

(Rd 1 - 17:23) Diaz twists and starts working to attack the legs of Theodorou.

(Rd 1 - 17:23) Diaz tries to apply a calf slicer!

(Rd 1 - 17:23) Theodorou pulls free somehow and immediately scrambles for position.

(Rd 1 - 16:52) Diaz is up first and quickly grabs Theodorou, pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 16:32) With Theodorou stuck against the cage, Diaz tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 1 - 16:32) It's unsuccessful, Theodorou maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 1 - 16:12) Diaz looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 1 - 16:12) The trip doesn't work, Theodorou blocked it and then turns it so that Diaz is the one against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 15:45) Theodorou steps back to achieve some separation from Diaz.

(Rd 1 - 15:27) Diaz steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 15:27) Theodorou hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 15:27) Diaz throws a two-punch combo but Theodorou avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 15:08) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 14:42) Diaz hits a tentative left hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:42) Theodorou uses a left jab, but Diaz avoids the low kick that it set up.

(Rd 1 - 14:16) Theodorou confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:16) Two defensive jabs hit from Diaz, but neither had any power.

(Rd 1 - 14:16) A jab hits home from Theodorou and then he catches Diaz with a right kick to the head.

(Rd 1 - 13:57) Diaz comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 13:57) Theodorou throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 13:57) Diaz throws a one-two, but Theodorou was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 13:54) Diaz is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 13:45) Diaz steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:45) Theodorou lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 13:45) A successful feint leaves Theodorou vulnerable.

(Rd 1 - 13:45) Diaz lands a right jab but Theodorou evades a big left punch.

(Rd 1 - 13:34) Diaz comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 13:34) Theodorou fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 13:34) Theodorou falls for a clever feint.

(Rd 1 - 13:34) Diaz hits a right jab and then he catches Theodorou with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:18) Theodorou moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 13:18) Diaz looked like he was going to shoot, but Theodorou simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 13:18) Theodorou lands a left jab, but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:01) Theodorou moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 13:01) A punch from Theodorou fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 12:47) Moving forward constantly, Diaz is pressuring Theodorou.

(Rd 1 - 12:47) Theodorou scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 12:47) Diaz lands a right hand and then he hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 12:27) Diaz throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 12:17) Diaz comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 12:17) Theodorou lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 12:17) Diaz throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 11:58) Diaz shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 11:58) Theodorou almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Diaz has hold of one leg.

(Rd 1 - 11:58) Unable to complete the takedown, Diaz instead pushes Theodorou up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:43) With Theodorou stuck against the cage, Diaz tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 1 - 11:43) A great inside leg trip sees Theodorou get thrown to the mat and Diaz is left in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 11:30) Diaz fires away with punches, but Theodorou doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 11:14) Diaz fires off some lefts, but Theodorou isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 10:59) In half guard, Diaz throws a couple of punches designed to keep Theodorou guessing.

(Rd 1 - 10:31) Diaz throws a few left hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 10:14) Diaz throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 09:45) Diaz throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 09:18) Diaz throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 08:53) Diaz is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 08:53) Diaz almost gets side control, but Theodorou was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 1 - 08:41) Theodorou ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.

(Rd 1 - 08:25) Diaz attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 1 - 08:25) Diaz passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Theodorou starts scrambling.

(Rd 1 - 08:14) Theodorou leaves his neck exposed as they scramble, and Diaz immediately tries to grab a guillotine.

(Rd 1 - 08:14) Diaz secures the guillotine and squeezes hard! There's the tap out!

(Rd 1 - 07:40) The winner, by submission, is Nick Diaz!

 

 

 

Official Result: Nick Diaz defeats Elias 'Spartan' Theodorou (Submission (Guillotine) in 22:20 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Nick Diaz praises his team at Cesar Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks that Marc-Andre Barriault would be a particularly good contest. There's not doubt about it that he knows how to talk with the best of them, his natural charisma shined here.

 

 

 

 

Attendance: 1,523

Gate Reciepts: $156,107

Sponsorship: $53,445

Ad Revenue: $912,955

Merchandise: $5,211

 

Fighter Pay: $253,510 (Highest Paid: Nick Diaz, $60,320)

Drug Testing: $12,000

Production: $36,697

 

Profit: $825,511

 

Critical Rating: 78%

Commercial Rating: 76%

 

Fight of the Night: Nick Diaz vs. Elias Theodorou

KO of the Night: Clint Hester (vs. James Te Huna)

Submission of the Night: Nick Diaz (vs. Elias Theodorou)

 

 

 

TOURNAMENT DRAW

 

 

 

 

News

 

- After this show Sherdog has upgraded the CTC's status to Mid Level National.

 

- C.B. Dollaway suffered a Minor Hand Injury in his loss to Carlos Matos, and will miss a couple weeks of training, this should not affect his ability to compete in the Grand Prix.

 

- The drug tests are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 8, and Sam Stout has tested positive for TRT, he has been suspended for one year, and the CTC are already seeking a replacement to take his place in the #1 Contender Lightweight Bracket.

 

- ARES FC have close their Bantamweight Division, which is unsurprising since they have been unable to bring in any fresh talent to fill the division.

 

- UFC Featherweight Alexander Volkanovski has announced that he is taking a hiatus of several months from MMA. This shortly after losing the Featherweight Title to Zabit Magomedsharipov.

 

- Cage Warriors have closed their Womens Bantamweight Division due to a lack of available talent willing to sign with them.

 

- Superior Challenge have cut their Bantamweight Division due to a lack of talent willing to join.

 

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

 

 

 

KOTC Beyond Question (Friday, Week 1, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: None

 

Fight of the Night: Vernon Lewis vs. Josh Appelt

KO of the Night: Vernon Lewis (vs. Josh Appelt)

Submission of the Night: Jason Gonzalez (vs. Dave Mazany)

 

 

 

ONE Hell On Earth (Friday, Week 1, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Adriano Moraes Made His First Successful Defence of the ONE Bantamweight Title

Title Result: Reinier de Ridder Made His First Successful Defence of the ONE Light Heavyweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Bruno Pucci vs. Troy Worthen

KO of the Night: Kevin Belignon (vs Kai Wen Lei)

Submission of the Night: Adriano Moraes (vs. Elipitua Siregar)

Performance Bonus: Phil Ikafanga vs. Aslambek Musaev

 

 

 

Pancrase 311 (Saturday, Week 1, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Anton Kuivanen Won The Vancant Lightweight King of Pancrase Title

Title Result: Mamoru Yamaguchi Won The Vacant Lightweight Pancrase Title

 

 

Fight of the Night: Mamoru Yamaguchi vs. Takehiro Ishii

KO of the NightL Yoshiro Maede vs. Kota Ishibashi

Submission of the Night: Mamoru Yamaguchi (vs. Takehiro Ishii)

 

 

 

UFC Fight Night: Volkanovski vs. Zabit (Saturday, Week 1, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Results: Zabit Magomedsharipov Won The UFC Featherweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Jorge Masvidal vs. Gilbert Burns

KO of the Night: Derrick Lewis (vs. Alexander Gustafsson)

Submission of the Night: Eryk Anders (vs. Alonzo Menifield)

 

 

 

EFC 84 (Saturday, Week 1, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Demarte Pena Won The Vacant EFC Bantamweight Title

Title Result: Pierre Bothan Won The Vacant EFC Featherweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Demarte Pena vs. Asiashu Tshitamba

KO of the Night: Boyd Allen (vs. Rocky Ilunga)

Submission of the Night: None

 

 

 

LFA 100: Mir vs. Walsh (Saturday, Week 1, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: None

 

Fight of the Night: Tiffany Van Soest vs. Angela Magana

KO of the Night: Richard Odoms (vs. Travis Fulton)

Submission of the Night: Frank Mir (vs. Patrick Walsh)

Performance Bonus: Fabio Mello vs. Anthony Gutierrez

 

 

 

DEEP Annihilation (Sunday, Week 1, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Shinsho Anzai Won The DEEP Welterweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Patrick Iodice vs. Alex Gorgees

KO of the Night: Shinsho Anzai (vs. Chris Indich)

Submission of the Night: Myung Ho Bae (vs. Anton Zafir)

Performance Bonus: Atticus Bear

 

 

 

Predictions

 

None

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Friday, Week 2, February 2021

 

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: "Thug" Rose Namajunas (9-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -1200) vs. Emily "Gordinha" Ducote (9-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #13, Underdog: +950)

 

Rose Namajunas is a highly trained mixed martial artist, training in Taekwondo, Karate, and Jiu-Jitsu, she has a strong base for MMA. With a dynamic and powerful striking game, and a mastery of working out rear naked choke submissions. Her one weakness is that her wrestling isn't great. She is coming off a Split Decision victory over Jessica Andrade in her last fight. Emily Ducote is a decent enough striker, with a decent submission game. She has good control from the bottom of guard. She is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Juliana Lima in her last fight.

 

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Randa "Quiet Storm" Markos (10-9-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Favorite: -1200) vs. Irine "La Nina" Cabello (8-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #24, Underdog: +950)

 

Randa Markos is a mediocre striker, but has strong wrestling, and likes to work submissions, or grind out victories from top control on the ground. She is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round submission loss to Mackenzie Dern in her last fight. Irene Cabello is a Jiu-Jitsu student, who likes to work submissions on the ground with six of her nine victories coming by submission. She is coming off a second round TKO victory over Lezly Hinojosa Compean in her last fight.

 

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Jessica "Jag" Aguilar (20-8, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #3, Favorite: -520) vs. Nadia "187" Kassem (5-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +410)

 

Jessica Aguilar is one of the very best mixed martial artists at 115 lbs, combining a highly technical striking game without much power, with a strong submission game on the ground to form a deadly combination. She is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Marina Rodriguez in her last fight. Nadia Kassem is a strong striking prospect. Her stand-up game is tight and show good power, but she is largely untested on the ground. She is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a second round knock out loss to Ji Yeon Kim in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Juliana "Ju Thai" Lima (10-7, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Favorite: -610) vs. Ericka Almeida (7-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #10, Underdog: +480)

 

Juliana Lima is a decent Muay Thai striker, but more often she ends up grinding out decisions on the ground through smothering top control. She is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Emily Ducote in her last fight. Ericka Almeida is slowly adding a solid striking game to a strong BJJ attack. Almeida's wrestling isn't the best, which is only made worse by the fact she's not a great athlete. After winning her first seven pro fights, she is now on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a Split Decision loss to Virna Jandiroba in her last fight. These two fought each other in the UFC in 2015, with Lima picking up the Unanimous Decision victory.

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Viviane "Sucuri" Pereira (13-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #6, Underdog: +580) vs. Lisa Ellis (15-10, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #9, Favorite: -730)

 

Viviane Pereira is a highly trained Muay Thai fighter, with a strong kicking game, and devastating clinch work. She can defend herself on the ground, but possesses little threat there. She is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Mizuki Inoue in her last fight. Lisa Ellis is a pioneer in the womens fight game, and is strong on the ground, with good punching power. She hasn't fought since 2015, and is coming off a first round submission loss to Bec Rawlings in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Katja "Killer Bunny" Kankaanpaa (10-3-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #8, Favorite: -960) vs. Shizuka Sugiyama (19-6-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #17, Underdog: +760)

 

Katja Kankaanpaa comes from a background in Judo, and while she doesn't have much of a striking game, she has good throws, and can work toward submissions on the ground with a solid positional ground game. She hasn't fought since 2015, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to DeAnna Bennett in her last fight. Shizuki Sugiyama is a Karate fighter, with creative strikes, especially kicks. She has good scrambles on the ground. She is on a three fight winning streak, and is coming off a third round submission victory over Mika Arai in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Lupita "Loopy" Godinez (5-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #7, Underdog: -110) vs. Svetlana "Phoenix" Gotsyk (13-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #11, Favorite: -140)

 

Lupita Godinez is a Jiu-Jitsu student, who has a strong defensive ground game, that often leads to her grinding out decision victories. She is coming off a 5 round Majority Decision victory over Crystal Vanessa Demopoulos in her last fight. Svetlana Gotsyk is primarily a grappler, who has a strong submission game, and stiff ground and pound, but her wrestling is limited to the point that she will often pull guard. Her striking is limited to brawling, and her cardio isn't great. She is on a three fight winning streak, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Magdelena Sormova in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round BOut: Magdelena Sormova (9-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #18, Favorite: -160) vs. "Pumpkin Spice" Alyssa Krahn (5-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +120)

 

Magdalena Sormova has a decent kicking game, and can devastate with knees from the Thai clinch, she is strong on the ground as well, able to work submissions, or strikes on the ground. She is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Minna Grusander in her last fight. Alyssa Krahn has decent technical boxing, and can also work submissions on the ground. She is coming off a first round submission victory over Danielle Hindley in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: "Lethal" Lindsay Garbatt (6-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #16, Favorite: -280) vs. "Irbis" Natalia Denisova (9-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +220)

 

Lindsay Garbatt is kickboxer with a powerful striking game, her ground and takedown defence are suspect, though if she does manage to get on top on the ground, she has some devastating ground and pound. She is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Lupita Godinez in her last fight. Natalia Denisova is a mixed martial artist, who will stand and strike if she has to, but has skills on the ground as well. She is on a four fight winning streak, and is coming off a Decision victory over Elena Bagnyuk in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Aisling "Ais The Bash" Daly (16-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #5, Favorite: -550) vs. Aleksandra Rola (3-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #21, Underdog: +430)

 

Aisling Daly was a pioneer in the womens fight game, and has a background in Jiu Jitsu, and strong wrestling. She has a decent striking game but her strength is working submissions or strikes on the ground. She hasn't fought since 2015, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Ericka Almeida in her last fight. Aleksandra Rola has powerful strikes, and overpowering wrestling, and is dangerous from anywhere on the ground with submissions. She won her first three pro fights, but is coming off a second round submission loss to Karolina Owczarz in her last fight.

 

 

 

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Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Stephanie "Snowflake" Eggink (4-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #12, Favorite: -600) vs. Coralie "The Cobra" Dixon (2-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #22, Underdog: +470)

 

Stephanie Eggink is a strong boxer, with good crisp technical striking, she has some takedown, and submission defence. She is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Second round knock out loss to Angela Hill in her last fight. Coralie Dixon is a mediocre striker, who likes to work submissions on the ground. She is coming off a second round TKO loss to Anastasia Nikolakakos in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Natalia Silva (11-5-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #15, Favorite: -530) vs. Melissa "Super Melly" Martinez (7-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Underdog: +420)

 

Natalia Silva is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu player, who has heavy hands, but her main threat lies on the ground, where her submission game is slick. She is on a five fight winning streak, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Gabriela Reis Marcal in her last fight. Mellisa Martinez is a Muay Thai striker, with a strong kicking game, and good work from the Thai clinch, however, she has no defence whatsoever if the fight goes to the ground. She has won all 7 of her pro fights, and is coming off a Split Decision victory over Desiree Yanez in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Genia Goodin (2-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +280) vs. Montserrat "Conejo" Ruiz (9-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -360)

 

Genia Goodin is a mixed martial artist with a strong positional ground game that she has used to grind out decisions in both of her pro fights. She is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Shelby Koren in her last fight. Montserrat Ruiz is a skilled technical boxer, and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu student who can attack with submissions on the ground. She is coming off a first round submission victory over Janaisa Morandin in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: "Belinha" Isabella de Padua (5-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #19, Favorite: -810) vs. Liana "Li" Pirosin (7-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +640)

 

Isabela de Padua has heavy hands, and overpowering wrestling, all of which leads into her game on the ground, where she has great positional ability, and can attack with submissions or strikes on the ground. She recently broke a five fight winning streak, with a Unanimous Decision loss to Ariane Lipski in her last fight. Liana Pirosin is a Muay Thai striker, with decent striking, and clinch work, however there is no plan if a fight goes to the ground, she has no defence. She is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Kay Hansen in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Sofia Bagherdai (5-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #20, Underdog: +100) vs. Chiara "Beasty Barbie" Penco (5-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #23, Favorite: -110)

 

Sofia Bagherdai is an accomplished kickboxer, who has a strong, and creative kicking game. She has solid takedown, and submission defence as well. She has not fought since 2012, and is coming off a first round TKO victory over Sarah Maloy in her last fight. Chiara Penco has a limited striking game, but makes up for it with overpowering wrestling, and devastating clinch work. She also has Jiu-Jitsu skills to work submissions on the ground. She recently broke a two fight losing streak with a second round TKO victory over Aleksandra Toncheva Plamenova in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Jamie Moyle (4-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #14, Favorite: -160) vs. "Princess Bee" Ai Shimizu (5-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +120)

 

Jamie Moyle is a kickboxer with a strong boxing game. She can also strike on the ground. She is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Emily Whitmire in her last fight. Ai Shimizu has a limited striking game, but loves to wrestle, and can finish with strikes or submissions on the ground. She is on a five fight winning streak, and is coming off a Split Decision victory over Andy Nguyen in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Atomweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Shino VanHoose (7-6-1NC, 0-0-1NC CTC, CTC Rank: #18, Underdog: +950) vs. Priscilla "Thathi" Gaol (8-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -1200)

 

Shino VanHoose is a mediocre fighter, who is not great at any given area of MMA. This fight is happening because at Canandian Tournament Combat 4, she lost to Amber Brown by submission, but Brown failed a drug test. The winner of this fight will take Brown's place in the Championship Bracket, facing Grace Cleveland in the next round, and the loser will take VanHoose's place in the #1 contenders bracket, and face Jillian DeCoursey in the next round. Priscilla Gaol comes from a Wushu background, and has a highly technical boxing, and kicking game. She can do some damage from the Thai clinch, and attack on the ground with submissions. She is coming off a fourth round submission loss to Nong Stamp in a fight for the ONE Womens Atomweight Title.

 

 

Weigh-In Results

 

Rose Namajunas (115 lbs) vs. Emily Ducote (115 lbs)

Randa Markos (115 lbs) vs. Irene Cabello (115 lbs)

Jessica Aguilar (115 lbs) vs. Nadia Kassem (115 lbs)

Juliana Lima (115 lbs) vs. Ericka Almeida (115 lbs)

Viviane Pereira (115 lbs) vs. Lisa Ellis (115 lbs)

Katja Kankaanpaa (115 lbs) vs. Shizuka Sugiyama (115 lbs)

Lupita Godinez (115 lbs) vs. Svetlana Gotsyn (115 lbs)

Magdalena Sormova (115 lbs) vs. Alyssa Krahn (115 lbs)

Lindsay Garbatt (115 lbs) vs. Natalia Denisova (115 lbs)

Aisling Daly (115 lbs) vs. Aleksandra Rola (115 lbs)

 

Stephanie Eggink (115 lbs) vs. Coralie Dixon (115 lbs)

Natalia Silva (115 lbs) vs. Melissa Martinez (115 lbs)

Genia Goodin (115 lbs) vs. Montserrat Ruiz (115 lbs)

Isabella de Padua (115 lbs) vs. Liana Pirosin (115 lbs)

Sofia Bagherdai (115 lbs) vs. Chiara Penco (115 lbs)

Jamie Moyle (115 lbs) vs. Ai (115 lbs)

Shino VanHoose (105 lbs) vs. Priscilla Gaol (105 lbs)

 

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 10 Full Fight Card

 

WSW: Rose Namajunas vs. Emily Ducote

WSW: Randa Markos vs. Irene Cabello

WSW: Jessica Aguilar vs. Nadia Kassem

WSW: Juliana Lima vs. Ericka Almeida

WSW: Viviane Pereira vs. Lisa Ellis

WSW: Katja Kankaanpaa vs. Shizuka Sugiyama

WSW: Lupita Godinez vs. Svetlana Gotsyk

WSW: Magdelena Sormova vs. Alyssa Krahn

WSW: Lindsay Garbatt vs. Natalia Denisova

WSW: Aisling Daly vs. Aleksandra Rola

 

WSW: Stephanie Eggink vs. Coralie Dixon

WSW: Natalia Silva vs. Melissa Martinez

WSW: Genia Goodin vs. Montserrat Ruiz

WSW: Isabela de Padua vs. Liana Pirosin

WSW: Sofia Bagherdai vs. Chiara Penco

WSW: Jamie Moyle vs. Ai

WAW: Shino VanHoose vs. Priscilla Gaol

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WSW: Rose Namajunas vs. Emily Ducote

WSW: Randa Markos vs. Irene Cabello

WSW: Jessica Aguilar vs. Nadia Kassem

WSW: Juliana Lima vs. ErickaAlmeida

WSW: Viviane Pereira vs. Lisa Ellis

WSW: Katja Kankaanpaa vs. Shizuka Sugiyama

WSW: Lupita Godinez vs. Svetlana Gotsyk

WSW: Magdelena Sormova vs. Alyssa Krahn

WSW: Lindsay Garbatt vs. Natalia Denisova

WSW: Aisling Daly vs. Aleksandra Rola

 

WSW: Stephanie Eggink vs. Coralie Dixon

WSW: Natalia Silva vs. Melissa Martinez

WSW: Genia Goodin vs. Montserrat Ruiz

WSW: Isabela de Padua vs. Liana Pirosin

WSW: Sofia Bagherdai vs. Chiara Penco

WSW: Jamie Moyle vs. Ai

WAW: Shino VanHoose vs. Priscilla Gaol

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Friday, Week 2, February 2021

 

 

 

Live From Edmonton, Alberta

 

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

 

WOMENS ATOMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Shino Van Hoose (7-6-1NC, 0-0-1NC CTC, From: Boise, Idaho, Underdog: +950) vs. Priscilla "Thathi" Gaol (8-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Jakarta, Indonesia, Favorite: -1200)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our first fight of the night is Shino VanHoose taking on Priscilla 'Thathi' Gaol.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Dan Miragliotta.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ricardo Almeida, Adelaide Byrd, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Gaol comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) VanHoose misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Gaol lands a right hand and then she scores with a fantastic left cross!

(Rd 1 - 14:45) VanHoose hits the floor, she has been knocked out!

(Rd 1 - 14:37) Priscilla Gaol takes the victory by way of knock out!

 

 

 

Official Result: Priscilla 'Thathi' Gaol defeats Shino VanHoose (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:23 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Priscilla Gaol gives a name-check to everyone at Bali MMA, all her various sponsors, then all her friends, family, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Priscilla Gaol celebrates starting her CTC career with a win. The interview itself wasn't that great, but she is so photogenic that just being on camera boosts her profile.

 

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Jamie Moyle (4-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Orlando, Florida, Favorite: -160) vs. "Princess Bee" Ai Shimizu (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +120)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Jamie Moyle against 'Princess Bee' Ai.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Ricardo Almeida, Adelaide Byrd, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 14:47) Moyle closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:47) Ai, backing off, hits two weak left hands.

(Rd 1 - 14:47) Moyle throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Ai uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Moyle throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 14:19) Moyle lands a left hand and then hits Ai with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:59) Moyle can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 13:36) There's a takedown attempt from Ai, who set it up well.

(Rd 1 - 13:36) A big double leg takedown is completed, Ai was far too fast and powerful for Moyle to resist!

(Rd 1 - 13:36) The takedown leaves Moyle seated with her back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 13:27) Ai pounds away, but Moyle calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 13:10) Moyle hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.

(Rd 1 - 12:41) Ai pounds away with left hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 12:28) Moyle, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back.

(Rd 1 - 11:58) Ai pounds away on Moyle, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 1 - 11:58) Ai is wincing, she may have damaged her hand while pounding away.

(Rd 1 - 11:58) A broken hand would certainly have a big impact upon her chances of winning.

(Rd 1 - 11:39) Ai pounds away, but Moyle isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 1 - 11:24) Moyle, trapped against the cage, pummels Ai on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 1 - 11:02) Ai starts trying to get Moyle on her back so that she can gain a better position.

(Rd 1 - 11:02) Moyle keeps Ai close in, not letting the mount happen.

(Rd 1 - 10:21) Moyle, trapped against the cage, pummels Ai on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 1 - 09:56) Ai pounds away, but Moyle calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 09:41) Moyle, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back.

(Rd 1 - 09:14) With no progress being made, the referee separates them.

(Rd 1 - 09:08) A jab hits home from Moyle and then she hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 08:52) There's a takedown attempt from Ai, who set it up well.

(Rd 1 - 08:52) The takedown is completed, Moyle is on her back and pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 08:52) That's her second successful takedown from two attempts.

(Rd 1 - 08:42) In guard, Ai is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 08:15) Ai deflects a couple of punches that Moyle threw from below.

(Rd 1 - 08:03) Ai lies on top of Moyle, basically smothering her.

(Rd 1 - 07:31) Ai pounds away with elbow strikes, but Moyle calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 07:12) Moyle tries to pull Ai in close and pepper her with short strikes, but can't.

(Rd 1 - 06:58) Time slips away as Ai successfully keeps Moyle stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 06:32) Ai pounds away with elbow strikes but Moyle isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 06:12) Ai leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Moyle.

(Rd 1 - 05:56) Referee Marc Goddard decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 05:44) Ai appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Moyle took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 05:44) Moyle uses a left jab, but Ai avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 05:29) A jab lands from Moyle, but Ai avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 05:11) Moyle looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 05:11) Ai looked like she was going to shoot, but Moyle simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 05:11) Moyle throws a punch but Ai was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 05:01) Moyle connects with a jab, but Ai avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:44) Ai appeared to be going for a takedown, but Moyle took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:44) Moyle lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Setting it up with excellent timing, Ai comes forward and shoots for the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Ai gets the takedown! Moyle pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) She has completed every takedown that she has attempted so far.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Time slips away as Ai successfully keeps Moyle stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Ai peppers Moyle with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give her any room to work with.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Moyle throws out some punches, but Ai leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Ai clings very tight to Moyle while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Ai deflects a couple of punches that Moyle threw from below.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Moyle is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Ai off of her.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) There's a takedown attempt from Ai, who set it up well.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) She has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Moyle has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Moyle hasn't stopped a single takedown yet.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Ai keeps tight to Moyle, peppering her with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Moyle tries to catch Ai with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Ai fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Moyle tries to catch Ai with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Moyle is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Ai off of her.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Wary of the submission threat of her opponent, Ai keeps very tight to Moyle, peppering her with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Ai.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Making 'Princess Bee' Ai the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: 'Princess Bee' Ai defeats Jamie Moyle (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Ai praises her team at KRAZY BEE, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. She celebrates her CTC debut victory and says that she is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Sofia Bagherdai (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Upland, California, Underdog: +100) vs. Chiara "Beasty Barbie" Penco (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Livorno, Italy, Favorite: -110)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Sofia Bagherdai competes against Chiara 'Beasty Barbie' Penco.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Chris Leben will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Ricardo Almeida, Adelaide Byrd, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Penco clearly respects her opponent's striking as she is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Bagherdai hits a left hand, but her big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 14:27) A jab is wide from Bagherdai, but then she hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 14:17) Bagherdai doesn't trouble her opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 13:56) Penco moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt her opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 13:56) Bagherdai can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 13:35) Bagherdai moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 13:35) Bagherdai can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:35) Penco looks to have been cut under her eye.

(Rd 1 - 13:18) Two jabs hit home from Bagherdai and then she catches Penco with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 12:52) Bagherdai fails to find a home for her jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 12:39) Bagherdai lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 12:26) Bagherdai looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:26) Penco appeared to be going for a takedown, but Bagherdai took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 12:26) Bagherdai throws some strikes and a kick to the body, but Penco defends them well.

(Rd 1 - 12:06) Bagherdai throws a wide hook to the body but Penco avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 12:01) Penco takes the chance and grabs Bagherdai into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 11:52) Penco is trying to muscle Bagherdai up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:52) Penco does it, Bagherdai is stuck with her back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:32) It isn't pretty, but Penco has Bagherdai stuck up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:32) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.

(Rd 1 - 10:22) Penco tries to take Bagherdai down.

(Rd 1 - 10:22) Bagherdai blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 1 - 10:10) With the cage trapping Bagherdai, Penco looks to try and take her down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 1 - 10:10) Penco can't get Bagherdai down to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 09:52) Penco looks to take Bagherdai down with a trip.

(Rd 1 - 09:52) It doesn't work, Bagherdai defended against it well.

(Rd 1 - 09:34) With Bagherdai stuck against the cage, Penco tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip her to the floor.

(Rd 1 - 09:34) Penco can't get Bagherdai down to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 09:34) Bagherdai can't seem to work her way free though.

(Rd 1 - 09:23) With the cage trapping Bagherdai, Penco looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 09:23) Bagherdai blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 1 - 09:23) Bagherdai is still stuck against the cage however.

(Rd 1 - 09:05) Looking for a takedown, Penco drops down and gets hold of a leg. Bagherdai remains standing on the other foot, leaning against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 09:05) Penco can't get Bagherdai down to the ground though and gets pulled back into a clinch against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 08:53) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Penco is wearing Bagherdai down by keeping her trapped up against the cage and forcing her to carry a lot of weight.

(Rd 1 - 08:53) About sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 1 - 08:02) Penco smothers Bagherdai against the cage and stomps down on her foot.

(Rd 1 - 07:51) Penco smothers Bagherdai against the cage and stomps down on her foot.

(Rd 1 - 07:37) Bagherdai is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Penco has over her.

(Rd 1 - 07:37) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 06:35) The clock is stopped as referee Chris Leben wants to check the cut on Penco.

(Rd 1 - 06:35) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.

(Rd 1 - 06:35) Referee Chris Leben signals for the fight to continue!

(Rd 1 - 06:35) For the first time, Penco is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 06:29) Bagherdai steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 06:29) Penco scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 1 - 06:29) Bagherdai connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 06:13) Penco hits a tentative left hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:13) Bagherdai lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:13) The gash under the eye of Penco has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 1 - 06:05) Bagherdai is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 1 - 05:58) Two jabs hit home from Bagherdai and then she scores with a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 05:29) Bagherdai moves in on Penco, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 05:29) A jab is wide from Bagherdai, but then she lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 05:12) Penco keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 05:12) Bagherdai can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then catches Penco with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 05:02) Bagherdai uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Bagherdai moves in on Penco, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Penco may have been aiming to get in close, but Bagherdai aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Bagherdai lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) A jab hits home from Bagherdai and then she hits Penco with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Bagherdai hits a left jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Penco.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) A jab is wide from Bagherdai, but then she hits Penco with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) With Penco bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) The fight recommences!

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Bagherdai throws a punch but Penco was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Penco moves in fast and clinches with Bagherdai.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Penco is looking to muscle Bagherdai back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) She does so and now has Bagherdai pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Bagherdai takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Penco drops down and wraps her arms around her opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) The takedown is completed, Bagherdai is on her back and pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) In guard, Penco is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Penco tries to pound on Bagherdai, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Bagherdai tries to catch Penco with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) In guard, Penco throws a couple of punches designed to keep Bagherdai guessing.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Penco unloads with some right hands, but Bagherdai deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Penco doesn't let Bagherdai pull her in close to be smothered.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Penco fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Bagherdai glances an elbow strike off the top of the head of Penco.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Penco fires off a few punches.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) From the bottom, Bagherdai glances an elbow strike off the top of the head.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Ricardo Almeida has Bagherdai as the winner.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Adelaide Byrd: Penco.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Nelson Hamilton: Bagherdai.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Sofia Bagherdai is the winner by split decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Sofia Bagherdai defeats Chiara 'Beasty Barbie' Penco (Split Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Sofia Bagherdai praises her team at Saekson's Muay Thai, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. The interviewer asked who she would be interested in fighting next, and she replies that Emily Ducote would be a tough challenge but one that she'd be interested in trying.

 

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

"Belinha" Isabela de Padua (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -810) vs. Liana "Li" Pirosin (7-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Underdog: +640)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, 'Belinha' Isabella de Padua battling Liana 'Li' Pirosin.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Adelaide Byrd, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:52) Pirosin moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 14:52) Pirosin lands a left hand and then catches de Padua with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 14:28) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:28) Pirosin hits a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:28) de Padua is off target with a left jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:07) de Padua comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 14:07) A jab lands from Pirosin, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 13:54) de Padua is able to grab Pirosin.

(Rd 1 - 13:44) de Padua is trying to push Pirosin so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 13:44) Pirosin ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 13:27) de Padua tries to take Pirosin down.

(Rd 1 - 13:27) The takedown is successful, Pirosin goes down.

(Rd 1 - 13:27) Pirosin is left seated, with her back to the cage, with de Padua holding her down.

(Rd 1 - 13:02) de Padua tries to improve her position.

(Rd 1 - 13:02) She does brilliantly, and manages to get full mount on Pirosin!

(Rd 1 - 12:24) de Padua attempts to set up an armbar on Pirosin from the mount.

(Rd 1 - 12:24) de Padua gets the armbar fully applied and Pirosin has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 11:47) The winner, by submission; Isabella de Padua!

 

 

 

Official Result: 'Belinha' Isabella de Padua defeats Liana 'Li' Pirosin (Submission (Armbar) in 3:13 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Isabela de Padua name-checks all of her sponsors, then thanks all of her fans who turned out to support her. Isabela de Padua says she is very happy to cap off her CTC debut with a victory. She knows exactly how to handle these sorts of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about herself.

 

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Genia Goodin (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Louisville, Kentucky, Underdog: +280) vs. Montserrat "Conejo" Ruiz (9-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Mexico City, Mexico, Favorite: -360)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Genia Goodin goes up against Montserrat 'Conejo' Ruiz.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Chris Leben.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Sal D'Amato, Ricardo Almeida, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Ruiz comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Goodin fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 14:53) A jab is wide from Ruiz, but then she catches Goodin with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:40) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:40) Ruiz feints, causing Goodin to move to one side and leave herself wide open.

(Rd 1 - 14:40) Goodin misses a right hook and gets countered with a nice left hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:19) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 13:50) Goodin chooses to shoot in on Ruiz.

(Rd 1 - 13:50) She has the takedown! Ruiz pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 13:35) Goodin clings very tight to Ruiz while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.

(Rd 1 - 13:23) Ruiz brings her legs up and tries to lock Goodin in a triangle choke.

(Rd 1 - 13:23) Goodin pulls free of the triangle and brilliantly spins to side control.

(Rd 1 - 13:01) Goodin keeps Ruiz guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:35) Goodin fires off a few punches as she catches her breath.

(Rd 1 - 12:09) Ruiz struggles and gets half guard.

(Rd 1 - 11:52) Goodin tries to pound on Ruiz, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 11:33) Ruiz attempts to get some separation in order to try to stand, but can't.

(Rd 1 - 11:21) In half guard, Goodin throws a couple of punches designed to keep Ruiz guessing.

(Rd 1 - 11:03) Goodin fires off a few punches as she catches her breath.

(Rd 1 - 10:43) Goodin throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 10:21) Ruiz goes for the sweep from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 10:21) Goodin gets swept out of half guard, but scrambles back to her feet to face Ruiz.

(Rd 1 - 09:54) Ruiz steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 09:54) Goodin hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 09:54) Ruiz hits a left jab and then she hits Goodin with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 09:32) Ruiz comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 09:32) Goodin misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 09:32) Ruiz lands a jab and then she hits Goodin with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 09:17) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 08:46) Ruiz steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 08:46) Goodin misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 08:46) Ruiz connects with a nice jab and then she scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 08:24) Ruiz comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 08:24) Goodin tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 08:24) Ruiz hits a left jab and then she scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 08:02) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 07:35) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 07:35) Goodin misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Ruiz attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 07:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:07) Ruiz initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 07:07) Goodin manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 07:07) Ruiz lands a left hand and then she hits Goodin with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 06:48) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 06:22) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 06:22) Ruiz lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 06:22) Goodin scores with a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:01) Ruiz comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 06:01) Goodin lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 06:01) A jab hits home from Ruiz and then she hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 05:43) Ruiz connects with two left hands and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 05:17) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Ruiz comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Goodin hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) A jab hits home from Ruiz and then she catches Goodin with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Ruiz comes forward, walking down Goodin.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Goodin tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) A feint is bought entirely by Goodin, leaving her wide open.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Ruiz can't connect with a jab, but then she catches Goodin with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Ruiz comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Goodin cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) In guard, Ruiz is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Ruiz blocks Goodin as she tries a sweep from the guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Ruiz throws a few right hands as she takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Ruiz throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Ruiz throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Ruiz blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Ruiz throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Ruiz fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Ruiz blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Ruiz pounds away with elbow strikes but Goodin isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Goodin tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Ruiz.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Ruiz pounds away with elbow strikes but Goodin isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Goodin tries to sweep Ruiz but can't do it.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given Ruiz the win.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Montserrat 'Conejo' Ruiz!

 

 

 

Official Result: Montserrat 'Conejo' Ruiz defeats Genia Goodin (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Montserrat Ruiz gives a name-check to everyone at Kings MMA, all her various sponsors, and all her friends, family, and supporters. She celebrates her CTC debut victory and says that she is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Natalia Silva (11-5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Pingo-D'Auga, Brazil, Favorite: -530) vs. Melissa "Super Melly" Martinez (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Mexico, Underdog: +420)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Natalia Silva takes on Melissa 'Super Melly' Martinez.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Dan Miragliotta.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Nelson Hamilton, Tony Weeks, and Sal D'Amato.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Martinez fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) Martinez is the aggressor.

(Rd 1 - 14:22) Martinez is trying to muscle Silva up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:22) Martinez achieves it, pinning Silva to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) Martinez is trying to force Silva into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) Martinez can't manage it, Silva blocked it.

(Rd 1 - 13:48) Smothered against the cage, Silva cannot get free.

(Rd 1 - 13:48) The next sixty seconds or so sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 12:48) Martinez tries to get Silva into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 12:48) She has it hooked, Silva needs to find a way out quickly.

(Rd 1 - 12:35) Using the clinch, Martinez hits an elbow to the face, but couldn't generate a lot of power behind it.

(Rd 1 - 12:29) Martinez keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:55) From the clinch, Silva takes a knee to the chest, but there wasn't much power behind it.

(Rd 1 - 11:41) Silva wrestles free of the Muay Thai clinch after blocking a knee strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:10) Silva comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 11:10) Martinez cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 11:00) Silva looks to be trying to set up a neck crank.

(Rd 1 - 11:00) Martinez can't fight it off and Silva is able to grab the neck crank and force the submission!

(Rd 1 - 10:28) The winner, by submission; Natalia Silva!

 

 

 

Official Result: Natalia Silva defeats Melissa 'Super Melly' Martinez (Submission (Neck Crank) in 4:32 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Natalia Silva thanks all her sponsors for backing her and then also thanks her family, friends, and supporters. Natalia Silva says that she is very happy to cap her CTC debut with a win.

 

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Stephanie "Snowflake" Eggink (4-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Miami, Florida, Favorite: -600) vs. Coralie "The Cobra" Dixon (2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Edmonton, Alberta, Underdog: +470)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Stephanie 'Snowflake' Eggink goes head to head with Coralie 'The Cobra' Dixon in the CTC Womens Strawweight division.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Adelaide Byrd, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) About to fight in front of a home crowd, Dixon unsurprisingly gets a loud ovation from the crowd as she makes her entrance.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Eggink forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Dixon misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:53) A jab is wide from Eggink, but then she lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:33) Eggink comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 14:33) Dixon manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 14:33) Eggink feints one way and then the other, throwing Dixon off balance and leaving her badly exposed.

(Rd 1 - 14:33) Eggink lands a left hand and then she lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:15) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 13:51) Eggink comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:51) Dixon appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Eggink took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 13:51) Eggink can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:32) Eggink can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits Dixon with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:20) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:20) Eggink hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 13:20) Dixon misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 12:57) Eggink comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 12:57) Dixon hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:57) Eggink lands two jabs and then she scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 12:35) Eggink steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 12:35) Eggink lands a left hand and then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 12:27) Eggink glances at her corner and gets a thumbs up in response.

(Rd 1 - 12:15) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 11:46) Eggink can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 11:36) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:36) Dixon misses with a big right hand, allowing Eggink to counter with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:36) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Dixon.

(Rd 1 - 11:29) That was a good example of how Eggink can use her huge reach advantage to win striking battles.

(Rd 1 - 11:14) Eggink can't connect with a jab, but then catches Dixon with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:55) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 10:55) Dixon misses with a big right hand, allowing Eggink to counter with a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:41) That last strike may have hurt Dixon, she is backing away but looks punch-drunk!

(Rd 1 - 10:41) Eggink clips Dixon with a right hand but didn't catch it cleanly enough to do any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 10:25) Eggink comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 10:25) Dixon lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 10:25) Eggink misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 10:07) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 09:46) Dixon had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 09:46) Two left hands land from Eggink, but Dixon dodges the leg kick that follows.

(Rd 1 - 09:25) Eggink stalks forward, pressuring Dixon.

(Rd 1 - 09:25) Dixon manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 09:25) Eggink lands a left hand and then she hits a high right kick to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 09:04) Eggink lands a left hand and then catches Dixon with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 08:45) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 08:45) Eggink slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 08:20) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 07:47) Eggink can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 07:37) Eggink comes forward, walking down Dixon.

(Rd 1 - 07:37) Eggink moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 07:37) Eggink can't hit a set-up left jab, but then she catches Dixon with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 07:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 07:24) Moving forward constantly, Eggink is pressuring Dixon.

(Rd 1 - 07:24) Dixon lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 07:24) Dixon falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 1 - 07:24) Eggink hits a left jab and then she scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 07:15) With Dixon bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 1 - 07:15) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor.

(Rd 1 - 07:15) The fight recommences!

(Rd 1 - 07:15) Eggink studies her opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 1 - 07:00) Eggink comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 07:00) Dixon tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 07:00) Eggink can't hit a set-up left jab, but then she lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 06:48) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 06:30) Eggink hits a left jab and then hits Dixon with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 06:08) Eggink connects with a nice jab and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 05:49) Eggink forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 05:49) Dixon throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 05:49) Eggink lands a left hand and then she catches Dixon with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 05:39) Eggink is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 1 - 05:31) Eggink steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 05:31) Dixon may have been aiming to get in close, but Eggink aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 05:31) A punch from Eggink fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 05:11) Dixon clearly respects her opponent's striking as she is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 05:11) Eggink fails to find a home for her jab, but then catches Dixon with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Eggink stalks forward, pressuring Dixon.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Eggink looks to pressure Dixon, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Eggink hits a left hand but Dixon avoids the low kick that it set up.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Eggink comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Dixon fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Eggink connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Eggink steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Dixon fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Eggink lands two left hands and then she hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Moving forward constantly, Eggink is pressuring Dixon.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Eggink steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Eggink hits two left jabs and then she catches Dixon with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Eggink dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a left hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) Eggink comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) Eggink steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) Eggink hits two left jabs and then she lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) Eggink comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) Dixon manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) Eggink lands a jab and then she hits Dixon with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Eggink attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Dixon fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Eggink lands a left hand and then she scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Eggink comes forward, walking down Dixon.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Eggink steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Eggink fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Eggink forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Dixon misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Eggink uses a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Dixon had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Eggink fails to find a home for her jab, but then catches Dixon with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:19) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Eggink.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Stephanie 'Snowflake' Eggink is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Stephanie 'Snowflake' Eggink defeats Coralie 'The Cobra' Dixon (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Stephanie Eggink praises her team at Grappling Unlimited, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. Showing respect, Stephanie Eggink praises Dixon for her skill and toughness.

 

 

 

 

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WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Aisling "Ais The Bash" Daly (16-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Dublin, Ireland, Favorite: -550) vs. Aleksandra Rola (3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Leczna, Poznan, Poland, Underdog: +430)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is our first main fight of the night, in which Aisling 'Ais the Bash' Daly competes against Aleksandra Rola.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Adelaide Byrd, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Daly ignores the offer of a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Daly lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:38) A jab hits home from Daly and then she hits Rola with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 14:25) Daly confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:25) Daly can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 14:15) Daly lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:55) Daly lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:41) Daly lands a left hand and then hits Rola with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:20) Rola looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Daly simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 13:20) Daly lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:05) Rola steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as she can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 13:05) Daly lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) Daly looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) Daly hits a left jab and then catches Rola with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 12:41) Daly moves confidently around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:27) Daly fails to find a home for her jab, but then catches Rola with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 12:23) Daly glances at her corner and gets a thumbs up in response.

(Rd 1 - 12:13) Daly hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 11:57) Daly can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 11:38) A jab hits home from Daly and then she hits a scything kick to the legs of Rola.

(Rd 1 - 11:17) Daly connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 11:01) Rola looks like she wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping her from rushing in.

(Rd 1 - 11:01) Daly fails to find a home for her jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:46) Daly can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Rola with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:42) Daly rolls her shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 10:33) Daly can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 10:14) Rola looks like she wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping her from rushing in.

(Rd 1 - 10:14) Daly lands a left hand and then hits Rola with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 09:53) Circling, Rola clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.

(Rd 1 - 09:53) Daly lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 09:34) Daly looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 09:34) Rola appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Daly took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 09:34) Daly can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 09:19) A jab hits home from Daly and then she catches Rola with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 09:02) Daly fails to find a home for her jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 08:52) Daly can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 08:42) A jab is wide from Daly, but then she hits Rola with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 08:23) Daly confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 08:23) Rola may have been aiming to get in close, but Daly aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 08:23) Daly hits a left jab and then hits Rola with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 08:07) A jab is wide from Daly, but then she lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:52) A jab lands from Daly, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 07:36) Daly can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 07:18) Circling, Rola clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.

(Rd 1 - 07:18) Daly fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 07:14) Daly is still moving well, but she is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 06:59) Rola clearly respects her opponent's striking as she is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 06:59) Daly lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:36) Rola moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt her opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 06:36) A jab is wide from Daly, but then she hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 06:36) Blood is visible on Rola, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under her eye.

(Rd 1 - 06:20) Daly can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Rola with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 06:06) Rola clearly respects her opponent's striking as she is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 06:06) A jab lands from Daly, but Rola catches the leg kick that follows!

(Rd 1 - 05:57) Rola tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 05:57) Doing superbly, Daly prevents the takedown and manages to yank her leg free entirely.

(Rd 1 - 05:25) Daly lands a left jab, but her big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 05:16) Without taking too much damage, Rola is able to clinch with Daly.

(Rd 1 - 05:09) Using her wrestling skills, Rola is trying to push Daly up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 05:09) Rola can't do it though, Daly defended it well.

(Rd 1 - 04:57) Rola hits Daly with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Rola hits Daly with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Rola uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Daly as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Rola is trying to muscle Daly up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Daly ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Rola traps Daly up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Rola and Daly remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Showing her ability to exert control, Rola smothers Daly up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Daly hits a left hand, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Rola seizes the chance and grabs Daly into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Using her wrestling skills, Rola is trying to push Daly up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Rola can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Clinched with Rola, Daly looks to try and take her down.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) The takedown is completed, Daly gets side control from it.

(Rd 1 - 00:19) Daly starts throwing some elbows, landing one that clearly hurts Rola.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time expires on round one, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Here come the official decisions.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Daly.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Aisling 'Ais the Bash' Daly is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Aisling 'Ais the Bash' Daly defeats Aleksandra Rola (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Aisling Daly thanks everyone connected to SBG Ireland for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. She is asked who she'd like to fight next, and she answers that she thinks that a fight against Juliana Lima would probably be a great contest.

 

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

"Lethal" Lindsay Garbatt (6-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Niagara Falls, Ontario, Favorite: -280) vs. "Irbis" Natalia Denisova (9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Cheboksary, Russia, Underdog: +220)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, 'Lethal' Lindsay Garbatt competing against 'Irbis' Natalia Denisova.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Dan Miragliotta.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Adelaide Byrd, Nelson Hamilton, and Tony Weeks.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:49) Garbatt comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 14:49) Denisova tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 14:49) Garbatt fails to find a home for her jab, but then she catches Denisova with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) Garbatt comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) Denisova fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) Garbatt feints, causing Denisova to move to one side and leave herself wide open.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) A jab lands from Garbatt but her big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 14:19) Shoulders hunched, Garbatt studies her opponent, looking for an opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 14:04) Garbatt attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:04) Denisova manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 14:04) A jab lands from Garbatt but her big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 13:42) Garbatt forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:42) Denisova lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 13:42) Garbatt can't connect with a jab, but then she catches Denisova with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:25) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 12:54) Garbatt steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:54) Denisova misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 12:54) Garbatt fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 1 - 12:37) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 12:11) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 11:37) Moving forward constantly, Garbatt is pressuring Denisova.

(Rd 1 - 11:37) Denisova manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 11:37) Garbatt lands two left hands and then she hits Denisova with a beautiful right uppercut!

(Rd 1 - 11:37) Denisova collapses, that shot knocked her out!

(Rd 1 - 11:24) 'Lethal' Lindsay Garbatt takes the win by knock out!

 

 

 

Official Result: 'Lethal' Lindsay Garbatt defeats 'Irbis' Natalia Denisova (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:36 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Lindsay Garbatt thanks everyone connected to Xtreme Couture Toronto for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. She celebrates her CTC debut victory and says that she is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Magdalena Sormova (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Prague, Czech Republic, Favorite: -160) vs. "Pumpkin Spice" Alyssa Krahn (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Edmonton, Alberta, Underdog: +120)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Magdalena Sormova battles 'Pumpkin Spice' Alyssa Krahn.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Chris Leben.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Tony Weeks, Sal D'Amato, and Ricardo Almeida.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's a roar from the crowd as Krahn enters, she is from around here.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:51) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:51) Sormova lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:51) Krahn lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Krahn scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Sormova finds a way past her opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 14:14) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 13:58) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 13:58) Sormova lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 13:58) Krahn lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 13:38) Krahn steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:38) Sormova hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 13:38) A jab lands from Krahn but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 13:16) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 12:51) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:51) Krahn scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 12:51) Sormova lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 12:28) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 12:28) Krahn misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:28) Sormova lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 12:17) Krahn rolls her shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Krahn uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Sormova uses a left jab and also nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 11:44) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 11:44) Krahn lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 11:44) Sormova hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 11:25) Krahn stalks forward, pressuring Sormova.

(Rd 1 - 11:25) Sormova hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 11:25) Krahn hits a left jab and then she hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 11:00) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 11:00) Krahn hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 11:00) Sormova lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 10:45) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 10:45) Krahn connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:45) Sormova lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 10:24) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 10:24) Krahn hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 10:24) Sormova scores with a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:01) Krahn comes forward, walking down Sormova.

(Rd 1 - 10:01) Sormova hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 10:01) Krahn lands a jab and then she scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 09:41) Krahn comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 09:41) Sormova lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 09:41) Krahn lands a jab and then she hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 09:22) Krahn attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 09:22) Sormova hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 09:22) Krahn feints, causing Sormova to move to one side and leave herself wide open.

(Rd 1 - 09:22) A jab hits home from Krahn and then she lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 09:12) Krahn is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 1 - 09:01) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 08:26) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 08:26) Krahn finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 08:26) Sormova scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 08:26) Blood is visible on Sormova, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under her eye.

(Rd 1 - 08:19) Krahn steps back...and almost stumbles over! She is on wobbly legs!

(Rd 1 - 08:19) Sormova lands a right uppercut but did not get all of it, Krahn got a partial block that saved her.

(Rd 1 - 07:58) Krahn comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 07:58) Sormova misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 07:58) A jab hits home from Krahn and then she catches Sormova with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 07:41) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 07:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:22) Krahn comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 07:22) Sormova scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 07:22) Krahn can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then she scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 07:05) Krahn comes forward, walking down Sormova.

(Rd 1 - 07:05) Sormova hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:05) Krahn hits a left jab and then she hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 06:40) Krahn comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 06:40) Sormova scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 06:40) Krahn can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then she scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 06:32) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Sormova.

(Rd 1 - 06:32) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 1 - 06:32) We're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 06:17) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 06:17) Krahn scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:17) Sormova scores with a jab and also nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 05:57) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 05:21) Krahn stalks forward, pressuring Sormova.

(Rd 1 - 05:21) Sormova manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 05:21) Krahn lands a jab and then she catches Sormova with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 05:11) Sormova glances at the clock.

(Rd 1 - 04:56) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Sormova is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Krahn is starting to have to push herself now, and her corner respond by urging her on a little louder.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Sormova lands a weak, tentative jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Krahn uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Krahn misses with a big right hand, allowing Sormova to counter with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Sormova grabs Krahn, who looks shattered, and pulls her into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Sormova hits Krahn with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Sormova uses some dirty boxing as she grapples with Krahn.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Sormova uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Krahn as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Krahn tries to wriggle free, but Sormova controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Krahn looks very tired out there.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Sormova uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Krahn as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Sormova uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Krahn as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Sormova is trying to push Krahn so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Krahn doesn't let herself be driven back though.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Sormova uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Krahn as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Sormova is trying to push Krahn so that her back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Krahn ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Sormova is breathing very hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Sormova tries to keep her up against the cage, but Krahn works enough space that she can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Krahn lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Sormova lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Krahn attempts to wrestle Sormova to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Krahn doesn't get the takedown, Sormova instead wrestles her way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Clinched with Krahn, Sormova looks to try and take her down.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Krahn stops the takedown attempt, then uses her wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Sormova.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Magdalena Sormova!

 

 

 

Official Result: Magdalena Sormova defeats 'Pumpkin Spice' Alyssa Krahn (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Magdalena Sormova gives a name-check to everyone at Sporscentrum KOPS, all her various sponsors, then all her friends, family, and supporters. She is then asked who she'd like to face next, and answers that Natalia Silva would be someone she'd like to compete against.

 

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Lupita "Loopy" Godinez (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Langley, British Columbia, Underdog: -110) vs. Svetlana "Phoenix" Gotsyk (13-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Kamianske, Ukraine, Favorite: -140)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Lupita 'Loopy' Godinez competes against Svetlana 'Phoenix' Gotsyk.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Chris Leben.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Tony Weeks, Sal D'Amato, and Ricardo Almeida.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Godinez steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Gotsyk lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) A three-punch combo fails to trouble Gotsyk.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Godinez initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Gotsyk fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Godinez fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.

(Rd 1 - 14:08) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:08) Godinez slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:50) Godinez comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:50) Gotsyk hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 13:50) Godinez hits a left jab and then she hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:31) Godinez comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 13:31) Gotsyk fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 13:31) Godinez doesn't trouble her opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 13:12) Godinez comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:12) Gotsyk fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 13:12) Godinez lands a jab and then she hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 12:58) Gotsyk looks unsteady on her feet as she retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked her!

(Rd 1 - 12:58) Gotsyk takes a right hand!

(Rd 1 - 12:51) Godinez hits a straight right hand! Dazed, Gotsyk continues to cover up.

(Rd 1 - 12:45) Godinez lands a hard right hand right through the guard, sending Gotsyk down to the canvas!

(Rd 1 - 12:37) Godinez starts pounding away on Gotsyk, looking to finish her off!

(Rd 1 - 12:37) Godinez fires away and Gotsyk is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 12:37) Gotsyk is out! The referee leaps in and stops the fight!

(Rd 1 - 12:23) Lupita 'Loopy' Godinez takes the win by knock out!

 

 

 

Official Result: Lupita 'Loopy' Godinez defeats Svetlana 'Phoenix' Gotsyk (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:37 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Lupita Godinez thanks everyone connected to Titans MMA for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. She celebrates her CTC debut victory and says she is already looking forward to the next fight. The camera loves Lupita Godinez, so even if she isn't a particularly interesting interviewee she still benefits from being on camera.

 

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Katja "Killer Bunny" Kankaanpaa (10-3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Seinajoki, Finland, Favorite: -960) vs. Shizuka Sugiyama (19-6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +760)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Katja 'Killer Bunny' Kankaanpaa battles Shizuka Sugiyama.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Chris Leben.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Tony Weeks, and Sal D'Amato.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Kankaanpaa forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Sugiyama tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Kankaanpaa throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 14:27) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:27) Kankaanpaa slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) Kankaanpaa steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) Sugiyama throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) Kankaanpaa can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then she lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:49) Kankaanpaa comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 13:49) Sugiyama misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 13:49) Kankaanpaa hits a left jab and then she catches Sugiyama with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:26) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 13:05) Kankaanpaa forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:05) Sugiyama tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 13:05) Kankaanpaa hits a left hand but her big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 12:45) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 12:12) Kankaanpaa comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 12:12) Sugiyama tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 12:12) Kankaanpaa lands a left jab but Sugiyama avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 12:03) Kankaanpaa moves confidently around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:57) Kankaanpaa attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 11:57) Sugiyama misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 11:57) Kankaanpaa lands a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:36) Kankaanpaa comes forward, walking down Sugiyama.

(Rd 1 - 11:36) Sugiyama hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 11:36) Kankaanpaa throws a two-punch combo but Sugiyama avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 11:17) Kankaanpaa comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 11:17) Sugiyama misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 11:17) Kankaanpaa throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 11:05) Kankaanpaa chooses to shoot in on Sugiyama.

(Rd 1 - 11:05) Kankaanpaa gets a single leg takedown! Sugiyama pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 10:53) Kankaanpaa is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 10:53) She passes guard but can't secure side control as Sugiyama starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 10:41) The scramble results in Kankaanpaa being on her back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 10:28) Sugiyama punches down at Kankaanpaa, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 09:58) Kankaanpaa reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.

(Rd 1 - 09:58) Sugiyama pulls her arm free, brilliantly moving to side control in the same moment.

(Rd 1 - 09:24) Sugiyama throws a few weak-looking punches as she decides on her next move.

(Rd 1 - 09:03) Kankaanpaa struggles and gets half guard.

(Rd 1 - 08:51) Sugiyama throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch her breath.

(Rd 1 - 08:33) Kankaanpaa bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 08:21) Sugiyama manages to come out on top, with Kankaanpaa pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 08:07) Sugiyama throws a few right hands as she takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 07:49) Kankaanpaa reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.

(Rd 1 - 07:49) Sugiyama shows great skill by not only defending the submission, but using it as a basis to gain side control.

(Rd 1 - 07:14) Sugiyama tries to pound on Kankaanpaa, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 07:02) Kankaanpaa transitions to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 06:45) Sugiyama throws a few right hands as she takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 06:21) Kankaanpaa works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble her way into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 06:07) Sugiyama manages to come out on top, with Kankaanpaa pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 05:53) Sugiyama tries to smother Kankaanpaa but can't keep control long enough.

(Rd 1 - 05:45) Kankaanpaa tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard.

(Rd 1 - 05:45) A straight armbar is applied, Sugiyama has to tap out before her arm is hyper-extended!

(Rd 1 - 05:08) The winner, by submission, is Katja 'Killer Bunny' Kankaanpaa!

 

 

 

Official Result: Katja 'Killer Bunny' Kankaanpaa defeats Shizuka Sugiyama (Submission (Armbar) in 9:52 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Katja Kankaanpaa praises her team at Espoon Kehahait, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. Katja Kankaanpaa celebrates winning her debut fight for the CTC.

 

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Viviane "Sucuri" Pereira (13-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Underdog: +580) vs. Lisa Ellis (15-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Olympia, Washington, Favorite: -730)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Viviane 'Sucuri' Pereira squares off with Lisa Ellis.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Tony Weeks, and Sal D'Amato.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Ellis attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Pereira fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Ellis throws a one-two, but Pereira was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 14:33) Ellis steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:33) Pereira throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 14:33) Ellis throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 14:23) Ellis comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:23) Pereira throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 14:23) Ellis hits a left jab and then she hits Pereira with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 14:03) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:03) Ellis slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) Ellis is off-target with a jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) Pereira can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 13:16) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 13:16) Pereira doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a glancing high kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:16) Ellis connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:48) Ellis forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:48) Pereira throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 12:48) Two left hands land from Ellis, but Pereira dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next.

(Rd 1 - 12:26) Ellis moves in on Pereira, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 12:26) Pereira may have been aiming to get in close, but Ellis aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 12:26) Ellis can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Pereira with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 12:09) Ellis steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 12:09) Pereira throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 12:09) Ellis fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 1 - 11:45) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 11:22) Ellis initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 11:22) Pereira hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:22) Ellis throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Pereira avoids them all.

(Rd 1 - 10:59) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 10:29) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Ellis initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Pereira tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Ellis hits a left hand but Pereira avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 09:43) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 09:43) Pereira misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Ellis comes in with a left jab and a spinning kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 09:13) Ellis comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 09:13) Pereira throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 09:13) Ellis lands a left hand and then she hits Pereira with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 09:00) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 09:00) Ellis slips past a right hook and counters with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 08:38) Ellis moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Pereira into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 08:38) Pereira manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 08:38) A jab lands from Ellis but the following leg kick misses.

(Rd 1 - 08:17) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 07:59) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 07:59) Pereira misses with a big right hand, allowing Ellis to counter with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 07:33) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 07:04) Ellis steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 07:04) Pereira hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:04) Ellis connects with a jab but the following kick to the body misses.

(Rd 1 - 06:42) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 06:07) Ellis lands a jab and then hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 05:43) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 05:16) Ellis fails to find a home for her jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 05:07) Ellis is still moving well, but she is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 04:58) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:58) Ellis slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Ellis really used her huge reach advantage well there.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Ellis confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Pereira, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Two jabs hit home from Ellis and then she lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Ellis hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Ellis steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Pereira hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Ellis can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then she hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) A jab is wide from Ellis, but then she hits Pereira with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Pereira takes the chance and grabs Ellis into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Pereira looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Pereira can't get the trip, as Ellis wrestles her way into a dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Pereira tries to wriggle free, but Ellis controls her well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Ellis is looking to muscle Pereira back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) She does so and now has Pereira pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Ellis smothers Pereira against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Pereira is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Pereira uses her wrestling skills to prevent Ellis from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Ellis hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Pereira is trapped against the cage and Ellis hits her with a quick elbow.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Ellis goes for a knee to the thigh but Pereira pulls the clinch tighter to block it.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Pereira uses her wrestling skills to prevent Ellis from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Pereira is trapped against the cage and Ellis hits her with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Ellis hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Pereira misses a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Here come the official decisions.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given Ellis the win.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Making Lisa Ellis the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Lisa Ellis defeats Viviane 'Sucuri' Pereira (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Lisa Ellis thanks everyone connected to Zugec Ultimate Martials Arts for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. 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 of Katja Kankaanpaa and that she thinks it'd be a great fight. There's no doubt about it that she knows how to talk with the best of them, her natural charisma shined here.

 

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Juliana "Ju Thai" Lima (10-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -610) vs. Ericka Almeida (7-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Sorocaba, Brazil, Underdog: +480)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Juliana 'Ju Thai' Lima takes on Ericka Almeida.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Tony Weeks, and Sal D'Amato.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) It looked like we were about to see Lima try and get some grappling started, but Almeida was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) A one-two from Almeida fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 14:30) A jab hits home from Almeida and then she catches Lima with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:15) Almeida throws a two-punch combo but Lima avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 14:01) Lima is able to grab Almeida.

(Rd 1 - 13:52) Lima looks to sweep a leg out from under Almeida so as to take her down with a trip.

(Rd 1 - 13:52) Lima can't get Almeida down to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 13:36) Lima looks to scoop her opponent up for a slam.

(Rd 1 - 13:36) She gets Almeida up! Lima slams her down, ending up in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 13:20) Lima fires away with punches, but Almeida doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 13:07) Almeida tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 12:50) Looking to catch her breath, Lima is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 12:21) In half guard, Lima begins working to get side control.

(Rd 1 - 12:21) Almeida doesn't let Lima get her leg free, and so half guard remains in place.

(Rd 1 - 12:00) Almeida tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Lima doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 11:45) Lima pounds away, but Almeida isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 1 - 11:29) Almeida tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 11:14) In half guard, Lima catches her breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 10:49) Lima blocks Almeida as she tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 1 - 10:30) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 10:20) Almeida doesn't trouble her opponent with a combination ending in a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 10:10) With a clear opportunity, Lima is able to move in fast and clinch with Almeida.

(Rd 1 - 10:02) With control of the clinch, Lima tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 10:02) She has the takedown! Almeida pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 09:47) Lima is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 09:47) Lima struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard.

(Rd 1 - 08:49) Lima doesn't let Almeida pull her in close to be smothered.

(Rd 1 - 08:43) Lima throws a few weak-looking punches as she decides on her next move.

(Rd 1 - 08:23) Almeida tries to pull Lima in close and smother her, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 1 - 08:15) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Lima keeps very tight to Almeida and peppers her with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 08:00) Lima leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Almeida.

(Rd 1 - 07:40) Lima begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 07:40) She passes guard but can't secure side control as Almeida starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 07:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:26) The scramble results in Almeida being on her back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 07:09) For the moment Lima is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 06:42) Almeida tries to smother Lima by holding her, but can't keep control.

(Rd 1 - 06:36) Lima keeps tight to Almeida, peppering her with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 06:24) Almeida tries to sweep Lima but can't do it.

(Rd 1 - 06:13) Lima throws several small strikes at Almeida, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that she has no space to work with.

(Rd 1 - 05:56) Almeida tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Lima.

(Rd 1 - 05:38) Lima throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 05:09) Almeida throws out some punches, but Lima leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 1 - 04:57) Lima throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Almeida gets the double underhooks in and pulls Lima close, controlling her well.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Referee Dan Miragliotta decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Moving in fast, Lima wrestles her way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Lima looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) It's unsuccessful, Almeida maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Lima tries to take Almeida down.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Lima can't get Almeida down to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Lima separates from Almeida and we're back to a stand-off.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Lima wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) A jab lands from Almeida, but her big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Lima is able to grab Almeida.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Lima attempts to pick Almeida up for a slam.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Lima gets it! Almeida manages to pull guard upon impact.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) In guard, Lima begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) She can't find a way past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Almeida tries to smother Lima by holding her, but can't keep control.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Wary of the submission threat of her opponent, Lima keeps very tight to Almeida, peppering her with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Almeida tries to catch Lima with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Lima peppers Almeida with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give her any room to work with.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time expires on round one, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Lima.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Juliana 'Ju Thai' Lima!

 

 

 

Official Result: Juliana 'Ju Thai' Lima defeats Ericka Almeida (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Juliana Lima thanks everyone connected to Pitbull Brothers for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. Juliana Lima celebrates winning her debut fight for CTC. Juliana Lima is a good talker and really does well in these sort of interviews.

 

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Jessica "Jag" Aguilar (20-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Houston, Texas, Favorite: -520) vs. Nadia "187" Kassem (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Sydney, Australia, Underdog: +410)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Jessica 'Jag' Aguilar taking on Nadia '187' Kassem.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Chris Leben.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Adelaide Byrd, Nelson Hamilton, and Tony Weeks.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:54) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:54) Aguilar misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Kassem attacks with quick jabs that are followed by a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 14:33) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:33) Kassem counters a leg kick attempt with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 14:09) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:09) Aguilar lands two jabs and also lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:09) Kassem scores with one punch out of a sudden flurry but misses a high kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:36) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 13:10) Kassem moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Aguilar into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:10) Aguilar hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 13:10) Kassem can't connect with a jab, but then she scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 12:56) Kassem comes forward, walking down Aguilar.

(Rd 1 - 12:56) Aguilar hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:56) Kassem misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 12:37) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 12:19) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:19) Kassem goes to the body with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:19) Aguilar lands a left jab and also lands a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 11:56) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:56) Kassem hits a left jab but finds her right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 11:56) Showing her fast hands, Aguilar scores with three quick punches that set up a nice uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 11:30) Kassem attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 11:30) Aguilar lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 11:30) Kassem uses a left jab but Aguilar avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 11:23) Looking a bit tense, Kassem moves around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:12) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:12) Kassem scores with a brace of jabs but doesn't make contact on a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 11:12) Aguilar uses a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:55) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 10:55) Aguilar hits a left jab but finds her right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 10:55) Kassem misses a jab but hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:32) Kassem steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 10:32) Aguilar scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 10:32) A jab is wide from Kassem, but then she catches Aguilar with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 10:12) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 09:41) Aguilar moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Kassem into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 09:41) Aguilar confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 09:41) A flurry of four punches from Aguilar see one of them land but Kassem avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 09:29) Aguilar rolls her shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 09:17) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 09:17) Kassem lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 09:17) Aguilar finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 08:59) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 08:34) Aguilar comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 08:34) Kassem hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 08:34) Aguilar fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 1 - 08:17) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 08:17) Aguilar finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 08:17) Kassem hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:49) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 07:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:14) Kassem comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 07:14) Aguilar hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 07:14) Kassem connects with a nice jab and then she lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:54) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 06:54) Aguilar scores with a jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 06:54) Kassem doesn't connect with a left jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 06:27) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 06:27) Aguilar finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 06:27) Kassem misses with a left jab but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 06:08) Kassem forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 06:08) Aguilar hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 06:08) Kassem throws a two-punch combo but Aguilar avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 05:53) Kassem initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 05:53) Aguilar hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 05:53) Kassem hits a left jab and then she catches Aguilar with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 05:32) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 05:32) Aguilar lands four quick punches.

(Rd 1 - 05:32) Kassem connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 05:03) Moving forward constantly, Kassem is pressuring Aguilar.

(Rd 1 - 05:03) Aguilar manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 05:03) A jab lands from Kassem but Aguilar avoids the low kick that it set up.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Kassem uses a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Aguilar lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) A punch from Kassem fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Aguilar moves in fast and shoots on Kassem.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Aguilar couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Kassem hops in place on the other.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Aguilar uses the position to drive Kassem up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Aguilar moves back away from the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Kassem throws a right head kick but doesn't make contact.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Aguilar misses with a spinning kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Aguilar dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Aguilar lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Kassem nails a vicious right cross!

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Aguilar is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Kassem senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Kassem fires away and Aguilar is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 03:01) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 02:41) The winner, by TKO; Nadia Kassem!

 

 

 

Official Result: Nadia '187' Kassem defeats Jessica 'Jag' Aguilar (TKO (Strikes) in 12:19 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Nadia Kassem gives a name-check to everyone at Auckland MMA, all her various sponsors, and all her friends, family, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Nadia Kassem celelbrates starting her CTC career with a win. She is really good at handling these sorts of interviews, and it doesn't hurt that the camera loves her.

 

 

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Randa "Quiet Storm" Markos (10-9-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Windsor, Ontario, Favorite: -1200) vs. Irene "La Nina" Cabello (8-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Malaga, Spain, Underdog: +950)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The co-main event is up next. Randa 'Quiet Storm' Markos battles Irene 'La Nina' Cabello in the CTC Womens Strawweight division.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Dan Miragliotta.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Adelaide Byrd, Nelson Hamilton, and Tony Weeks.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:54) Cabello throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 14:44) With a clear opportunity, Markos is able to move in fast and clinch with Cabello.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Using her wrestling skills, Markos is trying to push Cabello up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Markos achieves it, pinning Cabello to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:19) Markos uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 14:04) Showing her ability to exert control, Markos smothers Cabello up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:04) Thirty seconds elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) Cabello is pressed up against the cage and held there.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.

(Rd 1 - 12:24) Markos leans all of her weight up against Cabello, pressing her against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:24) About a minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 11:31) With no progress being made, referee Dan Miragliotta separates the two fighters.

(Rd 1 - 11:21) Markos, wanting to grapple, comes forward. She appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance.

(Rd 1 - 11:21) Cabello lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:05) A one-two from Cabello fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 10:46) Markos appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Cabello took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 10:46) Cabello throws a one-two, but Markos was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 10:30) Markos looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Cabello simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 10:30) A one-two from Cabello fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 10:13) Cabello closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 10:13) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Markos, but Cabello was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 10:13) Cabello connects with a jab, but her big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 09:59) Markos shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 09:59) The takedown is completed, Cabello is on her back and pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 09:51) Looking to catch her breath, Markos is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 09:23) Markos blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 1 - 09:04) Markos throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 08:41) Cabello tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Markos.

(Rd 1 - 08:15) In half guard, Markos throws a couple of punches designed to keep Cabello guessing.

(Rd 1 - 07:52) Markos blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 1 - 07:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:22) Markos pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 07:11) Cabello bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 07:11) Markos seizes the opportunity, Cabello was too slow and gets caught in side control.

(Rd 1 - 06:52) Markos fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 06:23) Markos blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 1 - 06:08) Markos fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 05:45) Cabello tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 05:30) Markos throws a few weak-looking punches as she decides on her next move.

(Rd 1 - 05:02) Markos tries to lock Cabello in a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 05:02) Cabello gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that she has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 04:24) The winner, by submission; Randa Markos!

 

 

 

Official Result: Randa 'Quiet Storm' Markos defeats Irene 'La Nina' Cabello (Submission (Kimura) in 10:36 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Randa Markos thanks everyone connected to Tristar Gym for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. Randa Markos says she is very happy to cap her CTC debut with a win.

 

 

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

"Thug" Rose Namajunas (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Favorite: -1200) vs. Emily "Gordinha" Ducote (9-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Underdog: +950)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 30:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'Thug' Rose Namajunas battles Emily 'Gordinha' Ducote in the CTC Womens Strawweight division.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) Our referee is Dan Miragliotta.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) Our judges at cageside are: Adelaide Byrd, Nelson Hamilton, and Tony Weeks.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 29:48) Namajunas comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 29:48) Namajunas avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 29:48) A jab is wide from Namajunas, but then she hits Ducote with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 29:39) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 29:11) Namajunas comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 29:11) Ducote hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 29:11) Namajunas comes in with a flurry of four quick punches, landing all of them, but Ducote then dodges the spin kick that follows.

(Rd 1 - 28:51) Namajunas comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 28:51) Ducote tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 28:51) Namajunas connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 28:32) A jab is wide from Namajunas, but then she scores with a massive right head kick!

(Rd 1 - 28:32) Ducote wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 1 - 28:22) Namajunas senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 28:22) Namajunas unloads with massive right hands and Ducote is getting destroyed!

(Rd 1 - 28:22) With Ducote taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 28:02) Rose Namajunas takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

 

Official Result: 'Thug' Rose Namajunas defeats Emily 'Gordinha' Ducote (TKO (Strikes) in 1:58 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Rose Namajunas gives a name-check to everyone at Genesis Training Center, all her various sponsors, then all her friends, family, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Rose Namajunas celebrates starting her CTC career with a win.

 

 

 

 

Attendance: 1,177

Gate Reciepts: $155,364

Sponsorship: $54,762

Ad Revenue: $850,656

Merchandise: $5,994

 

Fighter Pay: $170,940 (Highest Paid: Rose Namajunas, $46,920)

Drug Testing: $12,750

Production: $37,922

 

Profit: $845,164

 

Critical Rating: 76%

Commercial Rating: 63%

 

Fight of the Night: Nadia Kassem vs. Jessica Aguilar

KO of the Night: Lupita Godinez (vs. Svetlana Gotsyk)

Submission of the Night: Katja Kankaanpaa (vs. Shizuka Sugiyama)

Performance Bonus: Nadia Kassem vs. Jessica Aguilar

Performance Bonus: Priscilla Gaol

 

 

 

TOURNAMENT DRAW

 

 

 

 

News

 

- Ai Shimizu has suffered a Minor Hand Injury in her victory over Jamie Moyle, and will miss a couple weeks of training, this should not affect her ability to continue in the Grand Prix.

 

- Sarah D'Alelio officially joins the CTC roster, after defeating Katharina Lehner by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:38 of Round 1 in her last fight with Bellator. She will join the Womens Flyweight #1 Contenders Bracket taking the place of Alexis Davis who failed a drug test, and will face Joanne Calderwood in the next round.

 

- The CTC announce the signing of ARES FC Lightweight champion Mansour Barnoui. Upon signing Barnoui was stripped of his title. Barnoui will join the Lightweight #1 Contender Bracket, taking the place of Sam Stout, who tested positive for TRT. He will face Mike Sledzion in the next round. Barnoui is scheduled to fight Shamil Zavurov for the Road FC Lightweight Title in March, and will then join the CTC roster.

 

- Drug Tests have come back from Canadian Tournament Combat 9, and all fighters have passed their tests.

 

- Shooto have closed their Bantamweight Division. They could not find enough fighters to put together a proper division.

 

- Road FC have closed their Womens Atomweight Division due to a lack of available talent.

 

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

 

 

 

Bellator 254: Mousasi vs. Van Steenis (Friday, Week 2, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Gegard Mousasi Makes His First Successful Defence Of The Bellator Middleweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Gegard Mousasi vs. Costello Van Steenis

KO of the Night: Juliana Velasquez (vs. Vanessa Porto)

Submission of the Night: Benson Henderson (vs. Gavin Hughes)

 

 

 

ACA 116: Kerefov vs. Bibulatov (Saturday, Week 2, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Magomed Bibulatov Won The Vacant ACA Flyweight Title

Title Result: Ibragim Chuzhigaev Won The Vacant ACA Middleweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Zelimkhan Umiev vs. Denis Smoldarev

KO of the Night: Ibragim Chuzhigaev (vs. Salamu Abdurakhmanov)

Submission of the Night: Magomed Bibulatov (vs. Azamat Kerefov)

 

 

 

UFC Fight Night: Yan vs. Sterling (Saturday, Week 2, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Petr Yan Made His First Successful Defence Of The UFC Bantamweight Title.

 

Fight of the Night: Justin Gaethje vs. Conor McGregor

KO of the Night: Tyron Woodley (vs. Leon Edwards)

Submission of the Night: Adam Wieczorek (vs. Don'Tale Mayes)

Performance Bonus: Justin Gaethje vs. Conor McGregor

 

 

 

Predictions

 

vladjarca: 11/17 (69%) Round 1 Total: 70/113 (62%)

[vladjarca]

Man, it's so heartbreaking getting the predictions almost perfect on the prelims and then missing more than half on the main card xD Thug Rose got the belt secured tho

[CageRage]

vladjarca: Big fan of Rose, hoping to see her win this.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Friday, Week 3, February 2002

 

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Cory Sandhagen (13-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -740) vs. Eduardo "Dudu" Dantas (21-7, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #7, Underdog: +590)

 

Cory Sandhagen is highly trained in both kickboxing, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He has a varied striking game, including a high powered kicking game, and once the fight goes to the ground, he can work a deadly submission game from anywhere. His one weakness is that he is sometimes let down by his wrestling. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Marlon Moraes in his last fight. Eduardo Dantas is a former two time Bellator Bantamweight Champion, and a strong Brazilian Jiu Jitsu player, with a good kickboxing game as well. He also has below-par wrestling. He is coming off a second round knock out loss to Juan Archuleta in his last fight.

 

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Mitch Gagnon (12-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #8, Favorite: -590) vs. Irshaad Sayed (13-2-2NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #15, Underdog: +470)

 

Mitch Gagnon has some power in his hands, but his main strength is his deadly submission game, especially with chokes, with 10 of his 12 victories coming via submission. He is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Cole Smith in his last fight. Irshaad Sayed is a powerful Muay Thai striker, with an iron chin. He has good defence on the ground. Ishaad Sayed lost by TKO to Demarte Pena in his last fight, but the fight was turned to a No Contest when Pena failed his drug test.

 

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Issei Tamura (11-8, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #18, Underdog: +100) vs. Henry "The Messenger" Cejudo (16-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -110)

 

Issei Tamura is an excellent wrestler, who has quick, powerful takedowns and strong top control. He doesn't have many weapons to finish fights. His stand-up is raw, but he has a powerful right hand. Tamura has won 4 out of his last fight fights, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Takumi Suzuki in his last fight. Henry Cedjudo won a gold medal in Freestyle Wrestling at the 2008 Olympics, and is a former UFC champion at both Bantamweight and Flyweight. He is a fantastic athlete with obvious wrestling skill, but his striking is still a work in progress. He is on a six fight winning streak, and is coming off a second round TKO victory over Dominick Cruz in his last fight.

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Bryan "Kid Lightning" Caraway (22-9, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Favorite: -250) vs. Ray "The Tazmexican Devil" Borg (13-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #6, Underdog: +190)

 

Bryan Caraway is a submission specialist, with 16 of his 22 wins coming by way of submission. He doesn't have much of a striking game, but has good takedowns to help get the fight to the ground. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Raja Shippen in his last fight. Ray Borg is a well-rounded mixed martial artist, known for his strong wrestling and submissions. Earlier in his career he was known for quick submission victories, but in recent years he's more likely to have fights go the distance. He is coming off a Split Decision loss to Ricky Simon in his last fight.

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: John "The Magician" Dodson (21-12, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #3, Favorite: -750) vs. Devon Cronje (4-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +590)

 

John Dodson has a mixture of power and technique in his striking, and is known to head hunt, he also has a strong jiu-jitsu game on the ground. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Merab Dvalishvili in his last fight. Devon Cronje has strong submissions, and overpowering wrestling, his boxing game is highly technical, and lacks power. He is on a three fight winning streak, and is coming off a second round TKO victory over Guy Mongambi in his last fight.

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Darrion "The Wolf" Caldwell (15-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Favorite: -600) vs. Joe "One Bad Mofo" Soto (18-7, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #11, Underdog: +470)

 

Darrion Caldwell is a former Bellator Bantamweight Champion, whose striking game is alright, but his real strength is his wrestling, and ground game, where he can finish with either submissions or strikes. He is on a two fight win streak, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Adam Borics in his last fight. Joe Soto is a strong wrestling, with an excellent jiu jitsu game, with 10 of his 18 wins coming by submission. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round TKO loss to Iuri Alcantara in his last fight.

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Josh "Crazy Horse" Reed (10-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #17, Even: -110) vs. Michael "Mayday" McDonald (19-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Even: -110)

 

Josh Reed is a strong wrestler, who has an excellent jiu-jitsu game, leading to six submission victories. He has virtually no striking game, but is deadly on the ground. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Ivan Zidar in his last fight. Michael McDonald has strength wherever the fight goes, with strong wrestling, and a Jiu Jitsu black belt. However he prefers to strike with his crisp and powerful kickboxing game. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a first round knock out victory over Eduardo Dantas in his last fight.

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: "Stunning" Roland Delorme (9-4-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #20, Favorite: -350) vs. "Gentleman" Josh Hill (20-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +270)

 

Roland Delorme is a decent jukoda with some grappling skills, who has strong takedowns, and a decent submission game, but his standup is limited, and his guard isn't the best. He is on a four fight losing streak, and is coming off a second round TKO loss to Jesse Arnett in his last fight. Josh Hill fights at a high pace for the entire fight. While he does not have a lot of power his standup is good and he has a dangerous guard. He is on a four fight winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Erik Perez in his last fight.

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Jessie "Big Cat" Arnett (17-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #16, Underdog: +210) vs. Khusein "Lion" Askhabov (20-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Favorite: -270)

 

Jesse Arnett doesn't have much technique in his striking, but has heavy hands, and has a strong submission game, with 11 of his 17 wins coming by submission. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Pedro Souza in his last fight. Khusein Askhabov is a strong mixed martial artist, with a strong boxing game. He has strong wrestling, and takedowns, and can finish with strikes or submissions on the ground. He has won all 20 of his professional fights, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Luiz Filho in his last fight.

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Brad "Superman" Katona (8-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #5, Favorite: -780) vs. Soo Chul Kim (16-5-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #19, Underdog: +620)

 

Brad Katona has a good all around game, with devastating knees from the Thai clinch, and strong technical boxing, he can also work submissions if the fight goes to the ground. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Hunter Azure in his last fight. Soo Chul Kim is mixes athleticism, strong kickboxer, and a very dangerous guard. His wrestling is a work in progress. He is on a five fight winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Min Woo Kim in his last fight.

 

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Abel Cullum (21-7, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #9, Favorite: -240) vs. Aiemann Zahabi (7-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #21, Underdog: +190)

 

Abel Cullum is a competent striker with strong takedowns, and prefers to finish with submissions on the ground, but can work strikes as well. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Steve Garcia in his last fight. Aiemann Zahabi is a talented mixed martial artist, with a varied striking game, and is a danger on the ground as well, with both strikes, and submissions. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Vince Morales in his last fight.

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Ian "The Barn Owl" Loveland (18-10, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #10, Favorite: -330) vs. Cole "The Cole Train" Smith (7-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #14, Underdog: +260)

 

Ian Loveland is a kickboxer, who has trained himself up in other areas as well, and has good takedowns, and a slick submission game. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Enoch Wilson in his last fight. Cole Smith has a mediocre striking game at best, and so will always look to get the fight to the ground, where he has good control, and can work submissions. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Hunter Azure in his last fight.

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Dimitri "No Stress" Waardenburg (13-8, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #22, Underdog: +580) vs. Elnar Ibragimov (15-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -730)

 

Dimitri Waardenburg is a long-time veteran of the regional MMA scene, and is a decent enough fighter, who likes to take people down, and work submissions. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over David Sachs in his last fight. Elnar Ibragimov is a prospect with a background in Russian Combat Sambo. He has a below-par boxing game, but likes to take things to the ground where he can work submissions. He is on a three fight winning streak, and is coming off a second round TKO victory over Zakarya Kadyrov in his last fight.

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: J.P. "Young Savage" Buys (8-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #24, Favorite: -250) vs. Joash "Honey Badger" Walkins (13-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +190)

 

J.P. Buys is a wrestler, with good takedowns, and heavy hands. He likes to take opponents down and devastate them with ground and pound, and submissions. He is on a four fight winning streak, and is coming off a first round TKO victory over Cristian Rodriguez in his last fight. Joash Walkins is a Sambo fighter, who has a powerful striking game, strong takedowns, and good work from the guard. He is on a 9 fight winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Julio Rodrigues in his last fight.

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Nick "Garfield" Mamalis (29-14-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #12, Underdog: +160) vs. Zviad Lazishvili (13-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -210)

 

Nick Mamalis is a high level wrestler, with decent takedowns, with ground and pound, or submissions on the ground. He has decent work from the Thai clinch as well. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round submission loss to Ray Rodriguez in his last fight. Zviad Lazishvili is a high level wrestler, with a strong jiu jitsu game. His striking is mediocre at best. He has won all 13 of his professional fights, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Ricky Steele in his last fight.

 

 

 

Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Anthony Birchak (15-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #13, Underdog: +270) vs. Javid Basharat (5-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #23, Favorite: -340)

 

Anthony Birchak is a wrestler, and a jiu jitsu player, who has decent takedowns, and submission attack on the ground. He has no striking game whatsoever. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Raphael Montini de Lima in his last fight. Javid Basharat is a wrestler, with a strong jiu-jitsu game, and a dangerous guard. He has won all five of his professional fights, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Julien Bouteix in his last fight.

 

 

 

Weigh-In Results

 

Cory Sandhagen (135 lbs) vs. Eduardo Dantas (135 lbs)

Mitch Gagnon (135 lbs) vs. Irshaad Sayed (135 lbs)

Issei Tamura (135 lbs) vs. Henry Cejudo (135 lbs)

Bryan Carraway (135 lbs) vs. Ray Borg (135 lbs)

John Dodson (135 lbs) vs. Devon Cronje (135 lbs)

Darrion Caldwell (135 lbs) vs. Joe Soto (135 lbs)

Josh Reed (135 lbs) vs. Michael McDonald (135 lbs)

Roland Delorme (135 lbs) vs. Josh Hill (135 lbs)

Jesse Arnett (135 lbs) vs. Khusein Askhabov (135 lbs)

Brad Katona (135 lbs) vs. Soo Chul Kim (135 lbs)

 

Abel Cullum (135 lbs) vs. Aiemann Zahabi (135 lbs)

Ian Loveland (135 lbs) vs. Cole Smith (135 lbs)

Dimitri Waardenburg (135 lbs) vs. Elnar Ibragimov (135 lbs)

J.P. Buys (135 lbs) vs. Joash Walkins (135 lbs)

Nick Mamlis (135 lbs) vs. Zviad Lazishvili (135 lbs)

Anthony Birchak (135 lbs) vs. Javid Basharat (135 lbs)

 

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 11 Full Fight Card

 

BW: Cory Sandhagen vs. Eduardo Dantas

BW: Mitch Gagnon vs. Irshaad Sayed

BW: Issei Tamura vs. Henry Cejudo

BW: Bryan Carraway vs. Ray Borg

BW: John Dodson vs. Devon Cronje

BW: Darrion Caldwell vs. Joe Soto

BW: Josh Reed vs. Michael McDonald

BW: Roland Delorme vs. Josh Hill

BW: Jesse Arnett vs. Khusein Askhabov

BW: Brad Katona vs. Soo Chul Kim

 

BW: Abel Cullum vs. Aiemann Zahabi

BW: Ian Loveland vs. Cole Smith

BW: Dimitri Waardenburg vs. Elnar Ibragimov

BW: J.P. Buys vs. Joash Walkins

BW: Nick Mamalis vs. Zviad Lazishvili

BW: Anthony Birchak vs. Javid Basharat

[vladjarca]

BW: Cory Sandhagen vs. Eduardo Dantas

BW: Mitch Gagnon vs. Irshaad Sayed

BW: Issei Tamura vs. Henry Cejudo

BW: Bryan Carraway vs. Ray Borg

BW: John Dodson vs. Devon Cronje

BW: Darrion Caldwell vs. Joe Soto

BW: Josh Reed vs. Michael McDonald

BW: Roland Delorme vs. Josh Hill

BW: Jesse Arnett vs. Khusein Askhabov

BW: Brad Katona vs. Soo Chul Kim

 

BW: Abel Cullum vs. Aiemann Zahabi

BW: Ian Loveland vs. Cole Smith

BW: Dimitri Waardenburg vs. Elnar Ibragimov

BW: J.P. Buys vs. Joash Walkins

BW: Nick Mamalis vs. Zviad Lazishvili

BW: Anthony Birchak vs. Javid Basharat

 

Sandhagen for the win

[Majster_93]

BW: Cory Sandhagen vs. Eduardo Dantas

BW: Mitch Gagnon vs. Irshaad Sayed

BW: Issei Tamura vs. Henry Cejudo

BW: Bryan Carraway vs. Ray Borg

BW: John Dodson vs. Devon Cronje

BW: Darrion Caldwell vs. Joe Soto

BW: Josh Reed vs. Michael McDonald

BW: Roland Delorme vs. Josh Hill

BW: Jesse Arnett vs. Khusein Askhabov

BW: Brad Katona vs. Soo Chul Kim

 

BW: Abel Cullum vs. Aiemann Zahabi

BW: Ian Loveland vs. Cole Smith

BW: Dimitri Waardenburg vs. Elnar Ibragimov

BW: J.P. Buys vs. Joash Walkins

BW: Nick Mamalis vs. Zviad Lazishvili

BW: Anthony Birchak vs. Javid Basharat

[CageRage]

 

 

 

Friday, Week 3, February 2021

 

 

 

Live From Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

 

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Anthony Birchak (15-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Tucson, Arizona, Underdog: +270) vs. Javid Basharat (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Favorite: -340)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We open the prelims with Anthony Birchak facing Javid Basharat.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Adelaide Byrd, Sal D'Amato, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 14:52) Basharat moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Birchak into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:52) Basharat moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 14:52) Basharat lands a left jab but Birchak avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Birchak hits a tentative left hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Basharat fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 14:16) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 13:46) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 13:25) Basharat comes forward, walking down Birchak.

(Rd 1 - 13:25) Basharat bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 13:25) Basharat hits a left jab and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 12:59) Basharat initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:59) Birchak tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 12:59) Basharat fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 1 - 12:47) Basharat moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Birchak into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:47) Birchak hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:47) A nice feint from Basharat causes Birchak to become open.

(Rd 1 - 12:47) Basharat can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Birchak with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 12:29) Birchak comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 12:29) He has the takedown! Basharat pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 12:16) Birchak keeps Basharat guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 11:54) Basharat works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 11:54) There wasn't enough separation though, Birchak is able to catch him and secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 11:30) Birchak fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 11:09) Birchak blocks Basharat as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 10:54) Birchak attempts a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 10:54) Basharat doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 10:26) Basharat takes the opportunity and manages to pull half guard.

(Rd 1 - 10:14) In half guard, Birchak catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 09:49) Birchak unloads with some right hands, but Basharat deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 1 - 09:33) Basharat struggles and manages to go from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 1 - 09:21) Birchak lies on top of Basharat, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 08:45) Birchak throws a few relatively weak right hands.

(Rd 1 - 08:23) Basharat tries to get double underhooks on Birchak so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 1 - 08:15) Basharat is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Birchak off of him.

(Rd 1 - 07:39) Birchak keeps Basharat guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 07:13) Basharat attempts to secure an arm.

(Rd 1 - 07:13) Birchak defends it.

(Rd 1 - 06:39) Time slips away as Birchak successfully keeps Basharat stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 06:18) Birchak fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 05:59) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Marc Goddard standing them both back up.

(Rd 1 - 05:44) Basharat comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 05:44) Birchak fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 05:44) Basharat lands a left hand and then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 05:25) Birchak chooses to shoot in on Basharat.

(Rd 1 - 05:25) The takedown is successful, Basharat pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 05:12) Birchak throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Birchak keeps Basharat guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Basharat tries to ensnare an arm.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Birchak defends it.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Time slips away as Birchak successfully keeps Basharat stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Birchak fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) The clock runs down as Basharat is being smothered against the ground by Birchak.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Birchak fires off a few punches.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Basharat is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Birchak off of him.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Referee Marc Goddard decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Basharat comes forward, walking down Birchak.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Birchak manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Basharat connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Shoulders hunched, Basharat studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Basharat initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Birchak hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Basharat throws a one-two, but Birchak was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Basharat connects with a nice jab and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Basharat lands a left jab, but Birchak evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Adelaide Byrd has Birchak as the winner.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Sal D'Amato has Basharat as the winner.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Nelson Hamilton: Basharat.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Javid Basharat wins by split decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Javid Basharat defeats Anthony Birchak (Split Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Javid Basharat gives a name-check to every at London & Oxford Shootfighters, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family and supporters. Visibly delighted, Javid Basharat celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Nick "Garfield" Mamalis (29-14-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Rock Springs, Wyoming, Underdog: +160) vs. Zviad Lazishvili (13-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kobuleti, Georgia, Favorite: -210)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Nick 'Garfield' Mamalis goes up against Zviad Lazishvili.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Herb Dean.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Marcos Rosales, Adelaide Byrd, and Sal D'Amato.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Mamalis rather obviously ignores the offer to touch gloves to begin.

(Rd 1 - 14:47) Mamalis moves in on Lazishvili, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 14:47) Mamalis uses a left jab, but a big right to the body fails to find the target.

(Rd 1 - 14:27) Circling warily, Lazishvili is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 14:27) Mamalis connects with a nice jab and then hits Lazishvili with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) Mamalis moves in on Lazishvili, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) Lazishvili appeared to be going for a takedown, but Mamalis took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) Mamalis lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:47) Mamalis lands a left jab, but Lazishvili evades a big right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 13:31) A jab hits home from Mamalis and then he hits Lazishvili with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:15) Mamalis can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 12:58) Mamalis throws a punch but Lazishvili avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 12:48) Mamalis moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 12:48) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Lazishvili, but Mamalis was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 12:48) Mamalis throws a punch but Lazishvili was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 12:43) Mamalis studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 1 - 12:37) Setting it up well, Lazishvili shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 12:37) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Mamalis pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 12:25) Lazishvili begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 12:25) He passes guard but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins.

(Rd 1 - 12:11) The scramble ends with Lazishvili grabbing Mamalis and shoving him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:54) Lazishvili traps Mamalis up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 1 - 11:54) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(Rd 1 - 10:40) With the cage trapping Mamalis, Lazishvili tries to set up a suplex.

(Rd 1 - 10:40) Lazishvili nails a big suplex! Mamalis pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 10:29) Lazishvili unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 1 - 10:10) Lazishvili blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 1 - 09:51) In half guard, Lazishvili throws a couple of punches designed to keep Mamalis guessing.

(Rd 1 - 09:32) Mamalis tries to sweep Lazishvili but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 09:07) Lazishvili keeps Mamalis guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 08:47) Lazishvili fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 08:29) Lazishvili fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 08:07) Lazishvili looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 08:07) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Mamalis starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 07:53) Lazishvili is up first and quickly grabs Mamalis, pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 07:36) Lazishvili tries to keep him up against the cage, but Mamalis works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 07:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 07:18) Mamalis can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 07:00) There's a takedown attempt from Lazishvili, showing great power and speed.

(Rd 1 - 07:00) The takedown is completed, Mamalis is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 06:52) Lazishvili throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 06:22) Lazishvili is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 06:22) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Mamalis starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 06:11) Mamalis manages to come out on top, with Lazishvili pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 05:59) Lazishvili is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Mamalis off of him.

(Rd 1 - 05:21) Lazishvili is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Mamalis off of him.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) For the moment Mamalis is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Lazishvili tries to catch Mamalis with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) The clock runs down as Lazishvili is being smothered against the ground by Mamalis.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Lazishvili, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Mamalis can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Mamalis hits a left jab and then hits Lazishvili with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Mamalis hits a left hand, but Lazishvili avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Mamalis lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Mamalis can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Lazishvili with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Taking a few gulps of breath, Mamalis is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Lazishvili appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Mamalis took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) A jab is wide from Mamalis, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Lazishvili.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Lazishvili shoots in at high speed for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Lazishvili gets a single leg takedown! Mamalis pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) In guard, Lazishvili throws a couple of punches designed to keep Mamalis guessing.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Lazishvili begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) He passes, but only to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Lazishvili fires away with right hands, but Mamalis doesn't take much damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time expires on round one, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have Lazishvili down as the winner.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Making Zviad Lazishvili the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Zviad Lazishvili defeats Nick 'Garfield' Mamalis (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Zviad Lazishvili thanks everyone connected to Team Voodoo for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Zviad Lazishvili says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

J.P. "Young Savage" Buys (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Johannesburg, South Africa, Favorite: -250) vs. Joash "Honey Badger" Walkins (13-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Arima, Trinidad and Tobago, Underdog: +190)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which J.P. 'Young Savage' Buys goes up against Joash 'Honey Badger' Walkins.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Ricardo Almeida, Marcos Rosales, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 14:52) A jab is wide from Buys, but then he lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Walkins gets hold of Buys.

(Rd 1 - 14:38) Using his wrestling skills, Walkins is trying to push Buys up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:38) Walkins manages it and controls Buys up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:23) Unable to break free, Buys is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:23) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Showing his ability to exert control, Walkins smothers Buys up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 1 - 12:05) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Mario Yamasaki brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 11:50) Buys lands a jab and then hits Walkins with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 11:50) Walkins appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 11:34) Buys fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 11:27) Without taking too much damage, Walkins is able to clinch with Buys.

(Rd 1 - 11:17) Walkins is looking to muscle Buys back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:17) Buys ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:05) Unable to break free, Buys is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:05) A minute or so passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 10:05) Walkins tries to maintain control, but Buys wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 09:45) Walkins steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 09:45) Buys lands a jab and then catches Walkins with a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 09:20) A jab lands from Buys, but Walkins evades a big left punch.

(Rd 1 - 09:10) Walkins gets hold of Buys.

(Rd 1 - 09:02) Walkins is looking to muscle Buys back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 09:02) Buys doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 1 - 08:44) Clinched with Walkins, Buys looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 1 - 08:44) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 1 - 08:24) Buys begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 1 - 08:24) Walkins keeps Buys at side control, not letting the mount happen.

(Rd 1 - 07:59) Walkins tries to pull guard on Buys but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 07:48) Buys tries to ensnare Walkins in an arm triangle.

(Rd 1 - 07:48) The arm triangle is fully applied, Walkins has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 07:21) J.P. 'Young Savage' Buys takes the win by submission!

 

 

 

Official Result: J.P. 'Young Savage' Buys defeats Joash 'Honey Badger' Walkins (Submission (Arm Triangle) in 7:39 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: J.P. Buys thanks everyone connected to Fortis MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, J.P. Buys celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Dimitri "No Stress" Waardenburg (13-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Granby, Quebec, Underdog: +580) vs. Elnar Ibragimov (15-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Baku, Azerbaijan, Favorite: -730)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Dimitri 'No Stress' Waardenburg facing Elnar Ibragimov.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Marc Goddard.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Ricardo Almeida, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) Ibragimov comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.

(Rd 1 - 14:42) Ibragimov attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 1 - 14:42) Ibragimov passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Waardenburg starts scrambling.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Ibragimov ends up in guard.

(Rd 1 - 14:12) In guard, Ibragimov throws a couple of punches designed to keep Waardenburg guessing.

(Rd 1 - 13:44) Waardenburg throws out some punches, but Ibragimov leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 1 - 13:32) Ibragimov throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 13:15) Ibragimov throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:57) In guard, Ibragimov throws a couple of punches designed to keep Waardenburg guessing.

(Rd 1 - 12:36) Waardenburg tries to catch Ibragimov with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 1 - 12:18) Ibragimov throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 1 - 11:53) Ibragimov leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Waardenburg.

(Rd 1 - 11:42) Ibragimov begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 11:42) Waardenburg allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 1 - 11:27) Ibragimov somehow ends up on top of Waardenburg in north-south position.

(Rd 1 - 11:08) Ibragimov looks like he is attempting a north-south choke.

(Rd 1 - 11:08) The choke is locked in, tight enough that Waardenburg has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 10:56) The winner, by submission; Elnar Ibragimov!

 

 

 

Official Result: Elnar Ibragimov defeats Dimitri 'No Stress' Waardenburg (Submission (North South Choke) in 4:04 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Elnar Ibragimov gives a name-check to everyone at Red Devil Fight Club, all his various sponsors, and all his friends, family, and supporters. He says that he is happy to have won on his CTC debut, and he's very happy here. There's no doubt about it that he knows how to talk with the best of them, his natural charisma shined here.

 

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Ian "The Barn Owl" Loveland (18-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Portland, Oregon, Favorite: -330) vs. Cole "The Cole Train" Smith (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Vancouver, British Columbia, Underdog: +260)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Ian 'The Barn Owl' Loveland fighting Cole 'The Cole Train' Smith.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Marcos Rosales, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Loveland lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 14:32) Loveland confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:32) Loveland fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Smith with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:13) Loveland closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:13) Smith may have been setting up to shoot, but Loveland aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 14:13) A quick flurry of three punches from Loveland sees all of them hit home and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 13:48) Smith appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Loveland took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 13:48) Loveland lands two jabs, but Smith avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 13:24) Loveland hits a couple of minor left hands, but Smith evades a big right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 13:03) Loveland connects with two left hands and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 12:43) Loveland throws a two-punch combo but Smith avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 12:34) Smith comes in and grabs Loveland in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 12:26) Smith tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 1 - 12:26) Smith can't get the trip, as Loveland wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 12:00) With control of the clinch, Loveland tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 12:00) He has the takedown! Smith pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 11:43) Loveland throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 11:21) Smith bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 11:21) It's a bad choice though, as Loveland seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 11:04) Loveland is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 11:04) Smith fights the attempted mount off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 1 - 10:49) Loveland somehow winds up underneath the north-south control of Smith.

(Rd 1 - 10:29) Smith attempts a north-south choke.

(Rd 1 - 10:29) Smith can't get the choke, but does stop Loveland from scrambling by securing side control.

(Rd 1 - 10:06) Smith attempts to kimura Loveland from side control.

(Rd 1 - 10:06) Loveland blocks it.

(Rd 1 - 09:50) Loveland tries to move to guard, but Smith doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 09:31) Smith throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 09:10) Smith blocks Loveland as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 08:51) In side control, Smith throws a couple of punches designed to keep Loveland guessing.

(Rd 1 - 08:29) Smith attempts an arm triangle.

(Rd 1 - 08:29) Loveland doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 07:58) Loveland tries to pull guard on Smith but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 07:43) Smith tries to put Loveland into an americana.

(Rd 1 - 07:43) Loveland defends himself well.

(Rd 1 - 07:19) Loveland tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 07:07) With no progress being made, referee Mario Yamasaki brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 1 - 07:01) Loveland throws a punch but Smith avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 06:57) Smith seizes the chance and grabs Loveland into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 06:50) Smith tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 1 - 06:50) Smith can't get Loveland down to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 06:38) Smith looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 1 - 06:38) He sweeps the leg, sending Loveland to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control!

(Rd 1 - 06:21) Smith tries to lock Loveland into a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 06:21) Loveland defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 1 - 06:04) Loveland tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 05:46) Smith attempts a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 05:46) The kimura is locked in, tight enough that Loveland has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 05:23) The winner, by submission, is Cole 'The Cole Train' Smith!

 

 

 

Official Result: Cole 'The Cole Train' Smith defeats Ian 'The Barn Owl' Loveland (Submission (Kimura) in 9:37 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving his thanks, Cole Smith praises his team at Xtreme Couture Toronto, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to face in his next fight, and replies that he has a lot of respect for the skills of Anthony Birchak and that he thinks it'd be a great fight.

 

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Abel Cullum (21-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Tucumcari, New Mexico, Favorite: -240) vs. Aiemann Zahabi (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Laval, Quebec, Underdog: +190)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Abel Cullum squares off with Aiemann Zahabi in the CTC Bantamweight division.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ricardo Almeida, Marcos Rosales, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:54) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:54) Zahabi misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Cullum attacks with a clean right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:41) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:41) Zahabi lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:41) Cullum misses a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:20) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:20) Cullum dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 14:00) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 13:34) Zahabi steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 13:34) Cullum hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 13:34) Zahabi lands a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 13:10) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 12:38) Zahabi attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:38) Cullum scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 12:38) Zahabi hits a couple of minor left hands, but Cullum avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 12:15) Zahabi attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:15) Cullum hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 12:15) Zahabi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:57) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 11:31) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 11:15) Moving forward constantly, Zahabi is pressuring Cullum.

(Rd 1 - 11:15) Cullum fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 11:15) Zahabi lands a jab and then he catches Cullum with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:52) Zahabi initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 10:52) Cullum hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 10:52) Zahabi lands a left jab but Cullum evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 10:32) Zahabi comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 10:32) Cullum hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 10:32) Zahabi lands a jab and then he hits Cullum with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 10:18) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 09:52) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 09:31) Zahabi forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 09:31) Cullum throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 09:31) Zahabi fools Cullum with a feint.

(Rd 1 - 09:31) A one-two from Zahabi fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 09:15) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 08:56) Zahabi steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 08:56) Cullum lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 08:56) Zahabi throws a two-punch combo but Cullum avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 08:43) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 08:43) Cullum uses a flurry of three punches without landing any but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 08:43) Zahabi connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 08:21) Zahabi comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 08:21) Cullum fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 08:21) Zahabi throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 08:07) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 08:07) Cullum counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 07:50) Zahabi comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 07:50) Cullum lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 07:50) Zahabi throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 07:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:30) Zahabi confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 07:30) Cullum looked like he was going to shoot, but Zahabi simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 07:30) Zahabi throws a punch but Cullum was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 07:17) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 07:05) For the first time, Zahabi is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 07:00) Zahabi attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 07:00) Cullum tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 07:00) Zahabi connects with a nice jab and then he hits Cullum with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 06:39) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 06:15) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 05:46) Zahabi forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 05:46) Cullum hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 05:46) Zahabi throws a one-two, but Cullum was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 05:29) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 05:29) Zahabi finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 05:29) Cullum lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 05:19) Shoulders hunched, Zahabi studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 05:14) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:44) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:44) Zahabi slips past a right hook and counters with a glancing high kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Zahabi moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Cullum into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Cullum manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Zahabi connects with a nice jab and then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Zahabi comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Cullum hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Cullum gets suckered in by a feint and is left exposed.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Zahabi throws a one-two, but Cullum was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Zahabi misses with a left jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Cullum misses a jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Cullum misses a right hook and gets countered with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Cullum slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Zahabi comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Cullum hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Zahabi fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Cullum with a right kick to the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Cullum misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Zahabi to attack with a left jab and a hook to the body that fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Zahabi is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Zahabi comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Cullum fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Zahabi throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Zahabi misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Cullum comes in with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Zahabi doesn't connect with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Cullum has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Cullum studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given Cullum the win.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Abel Cullum!

 

 

 

Official Result: Abel Cullum defeats Aiemann Zahabi (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Abel Cullum gives a name-check to everyone at Team Hurricane Awesome, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

 

 

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BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Brad "Superman" Katona (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Favorite: -780) vs. Soo Chul Kim (16-5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Seoul, South Korea, Underdog: +620)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The first of the main fights is Brad 'Superman' Katona going head to head with Soo Chul Kim.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Herb Dean is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Nelson Hamilton, Ricardo Almeida, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Katona looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 14:49) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:49) Katona hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:49) Kim doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Kim lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Katona hits a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:16) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:16) Katona counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 13:59) Kim moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Katona into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:59) Katona lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 13:59) Kim hits a left jab and then he hits Katona with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:45) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 13:45) Kim misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:19) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:19) Kim throws a flurry of three quick punches that fail to land but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:19) Katona finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) Kim uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) Katona hits a pair of jabs but is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 12:25) Kim comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 12:25) Katona hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 12:25) A one-two from Kim fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 12:12) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 12:12) Kim lands a left jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 12:12) Katona uses a pair of left jabs and also hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:47) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 11:47) Katona lets a body kick sail wide and then counters with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:26) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:26) Katona slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a low kick that narrowly misses.

(Rd 1 - 11:04) A jab is wide from Kim, but then he hits Katona with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 10:55) Katona gets hold of Kim.

(Rd 1 - 10:49) Katona is trying to force Kim into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 10:49) He gets it, and now has Kim in trouble.

(Rd 1 - 10:35) From the clinch, Kim gets hit with a knee to the side of the face...and it's enough to knock him out cold!

(Rd 1 - 10:19) The winner, by knock out; Brad Katona!

 

 

 

Official Result: Brad 'Superman' Katona defeats Soo Chul Kim (Knock Out (Knee) in 4:41 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Brad Katona praises his team at Trojan Freefighters, his various sponsors, and all the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Brad Katona celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. He knows how to use these interviews to sell himself.

 

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Jesse "Big Cat" Arnett (17-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Calgary, Alberta, Underdog: +210) vs. Kheusein "Lion" Askhabov (20-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Grozny, Chechnya, Favorite: -270)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Jesse 'Big Cat' Arnett takes on Khusein 'Lion' Askhabov.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Mario Yamasaki will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Marcos Rosales, Adelaide Byrd, and Sal D'Amato.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) During the introductions, Arnett gets some last minute words of wisdom from his corner.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:46) Askhabov sets up a nice takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 14:46) Arnett stops the takedown with a great sprawl; Askhabov is forced down onto his hands and knees.

(Rd 1 - 14:35) Askhabov gets up sharply, sensing that Arnett was preparing to throw a vicious knee strike to the head.

(Rd 1 - 14:17) Askhabov connects with a jab, but Arnett dodges the leg kick that follows.

(Rd 1 - 13:55) Askhabov can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:39) Askhabov lands two jabs and then hits Arnett with a high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:07) Askhabov fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:55) Askhabov throws a wide hook to the body but Arnett avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 12:50) Arnett takes the chance and grabs Askhabov into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 12:40) Using his wrestling skills, Arnett is trying to push Askhabov up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:40) Arnett can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 12:20) Askhabov tries to wrestle Arnett backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:20) Askhabov can't do it though, Arnett defended it well.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Askhabov is aiming to get Arnett into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 12:08) Askhabov manages it and now controls Arnett by the back of the head.

(Rd 1 - 11:54) Arnett blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 11:20) From the clinch, Arnett takes a knee to the chest, but there wasn't much power behind it.

(Rd 1 - 11:08) Askhabov misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 10:43) Askhabov tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Arnett isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 1 - 10:11) Askhabov breaks his grip and steps back to consider a new strategy.

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Askhabov shoots in at high speed for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Arnett cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 10:00) Askhabov gets his first takedown of the bout.

(Rd 1 - 09:49) Askhabov fires away with punches, but Arnett doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 09:29) Askhabov fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 08:59) Askhabov starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 08:59) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Arnett starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 08:45) Arnett manages to come out on top, with Askhabov pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 08:25) Arnett throws several small strikes at Askhabov, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with.

(Rd 1 - 08:12) Askhabov raises his legs and tries to get Arnett into a triangle choke.

(Rd 1 - 08:12) Arnett defends well against it.

(Rd 1 - 07:43) Arnett fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 07:13) Arnett throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 1 - 06:52) Askhabov tries to pull Arnett in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 1 - 06:45) Arnett fires off a few punches.

(Rd 1 - 06:21) Askhabov applies double underhooks and keeps Arnett from launching any attacks.

(Rd 1 - 05:56) The lack of progress forces referee Mario Yamasaki to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 1 - 05:48) A jab hits home from Askhabov and then he hits Arnett with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 05:33) There's a takedown attempt from Askhabov.

(Rd 1 - 05:33) A great sprawl from Arnett prevents the takedown and allows him to push Askhabov down onto his hands and knees.

(Rd 1 - 05:22) Arnett pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Askhabov.

(Rd 1 - 05:11) Arnett prepares to throw a knee strike, but can't keep control of Askhabov who is able to spring back up.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Askhabov wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Askhabov is trying to push Arnett so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Askhabov does it, Arnett is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Askhabov shows great control, keeping Arnett pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Askhabov ducks down and grabs a leg. Arnett remains standing, using the cage for support, but is under threat of a takedown now.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Askhabov drags Arnett to the floor, but gets caught in guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Askhabov attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Arnett was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) The scramble results in Askhabov being on his back with Arnett in side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Arnett keeps Askhabov guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) Askhabov transitions to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Arnett throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Askhabov tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Arnett fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Askhabov struggles and manages to go from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Askhabov is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Arnett off of him.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Arnett lunges forward and slams his shoulder into Askhabov.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Askhabov brings his legs up and tries to lock Arnett in a triangle choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Arnett blocks the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that Askhabov is the winner.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Khusein 'Lion' Askhabov wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Khusein 'Lion' Askhabov defeats Jesse 'Big Cat' Arnett (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Khusein Askhabov gives a name-check to everyone at American Top Team, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Khusein Askhabov celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

"Stunning" Roland Delorme (9-4-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Favorite: -350) vs. "Gentleman" Josh Hill (20-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Stoney Creek, Ontario, Underdog: +270)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'Stunning' Roland Delorme takes on 'Gentleman' Josh Hill.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Herb Dean.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Adelaide Byrd, Sal D'Amato, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:52) There's a takedown attempt from Delorme.

(Rd 1 - 14:52) He has the takedown! Hill pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Delorme keeps Hill guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:16) Hill looks for an elbow from the bottom, but Delorme leans forward and smothers it.

(Rd 1 - 14:03) Delorme tries to pound on Hill, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 13:46) Hill tries to throw some elbows from the bottom, but Delorme smothers him.

(Rd 1 - 13:31) Delorme throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 1 - 13:01) Using his leg strength to push Delorme back a bit, Hill looks to scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 13:01) It's a bad choice though, as Delorme seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 12:43) Delorme punches down at Hill, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 12:15) Hill tries to pull guard on Delorme but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 11:55) Delorme begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 1 - 11:55) He can't get the mount as Hill rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 11:12) Hill is in huge trouble now, as Delorme successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 10:49) With both hooks in, Delorme tries to flatten Hill out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 10:49) Delorme flattens Hill out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 1 - 10:27) Roland Delorme takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

 

Official Result: 'Stunning' Roland Delorme defeats 'Gentleman' Josh Hill (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:33 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Roland Delorme gives a name-check to everyone at Zugec Ultimate Martial Arts, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Roland Delorme celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Josh "Crazy Horse" Reed (10-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Cardiff, Wales, Even: -110) vs. Michael "Mayday" McDonald (19-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Modesto, California, Even: -110)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Josh 'Crazy Horse' Reed competes against Michael 'Mayday' McDonald.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Herb Dean will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Nelson Hamilton, Ricardo Almeida, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Reed may have been setting up to shoot, but McDonald aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) A jab lands from McDonald, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 14:30) Reed hits two tentative left hands, neither with anything behind them.

(Rd 1 - 14:30) McDonald fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Reed with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:21) McDonald lands a left jab, but Reed evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 14:00) McDonald hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 13:44) A jab is wide from McDonald, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 13:40) Reed looks shaken! He appears to be on rubbery legs after that last strike!

(Rd 1 - 13:40) McDonald acts fast, moving in and flooring Reed with a right hand to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 13:25) McDonald starts pounding away on Reed, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 1 - 13:25) McDonald starts unloading with massive rights and Reed is getting pasted!

(Rd 1 - 13:25) With Reed taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Michael McDonald takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

 

Official Result: Michael 'Mayday' McDonald defeats Josh 'Crazy Horse' Reed (TKO (Strikes) in 1:49 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Michael McDonald thanks everyone connected to Last Stand Fight Team for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, Michael McDonald celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. Michael McDonald can certainly talk and it makes him very marketable as a result.

 

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Darrion "The Wolf" Caldwell (15-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Rahway, New Jersey, Favorite: -600) vs. Joe "One Bad Mofo" Soto (18-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Santa Rosa, California, Underdog: +470)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Darrion 'The Wolf' Caldwell fights Joe 'One Bad Mofo' Soto.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Marcos Rosales, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 14:49) Setting it up well, Caldwell shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 14:49) The takedown is completed, Soto is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 14:36) Caldwell throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 14:12) Soto reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.

(Rd 1 - 14:12) Soto cannot secure the arm.

(Rd 1 - 13:37) Caldwell throws a few relatively weak right hands.

(Rd 1 - 13:08) Caldwell fires off a few punches.

(Rd 1 - 12:44) Caldwell gets pulled in tight, and takes a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the face.

(Rd 1 - 12:25) Caldwell attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 12:25) He can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt.

(Rd 1 - 11:45) Soto tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard.

(Rd 1 - 11:45) Caldwell defends it.

(Rd 1 - 11:13) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 11:06) Caldwell comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 11:06) He has the takedown! Soto pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 11:06) Showing great awareness, Soto got a guillotine off the takedown and now threatens to choke out Caldwell!

(Rd 1 - 10:52) Caldwell pulls free, Soto didn't have it fully sunk in.

(Rd 1 - 10:33) Caldwell begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 10:33) He passes guard but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins.

(Rd 1 - 10:22) Caldwell ends up in guard.

(Rd 1 - 10:06) Soto is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Caldwell off of him.

(Rd 1 - 09:45) In guard, Caldwell begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 1 - 09:45) He passes guard, but Soto was ready and immediately starts to scramble.

(Rd 1 - 09:32) The scramble ends with Caldwell grabbing Soto and shoving him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 09:18) Showing his ability to exert control, Caldwell smothers Soto up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 09:18) About a minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 08:27) Soto is pressed up against the cage and held there.

(Rd 1 - 08:27) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute.

(Rd 1 - 07:39) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Marc Goddard brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 07:32) Soto lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 07:15) Caldwell sets up a nice takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 07:15) The takedown is completed, Soto is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 07:15) Soto did however grab a guillotine on the way down, and now threatens the submission!

(Rd 1 - 06:59) Caldwell can't escape the guillotine, it's tight enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 06:21) The winner, by submission, is Joe 'One Bad Mofo' Soto!

 

 

 

Official Result: Joe 'One Bad Mofo' Soto defeats Darrion 'The Wolf' Caldwell (Submission (Guillotine) in 8:39 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Joe Soto thanks everyone connected to Without Limits MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Joe Soto says that it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Darrion Caldwell. Joe Soto can certainly talk and it makes him very marketable as a result.

 

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

John "The Magician" Dodson (21-12, 0-0 CTC, From: Albuquerque, New Mexico, Favorite: -750) vs. Devon Cronje (4-1, 0-0 CTC, From: South Africa, Underdog: +590)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which John 'The Magician' Dodson squares off with Devon Cronje.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Nelson Hamilton, Ricardo Almeida, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Dodson comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Cronje fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Dodson throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Dodson comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Cronje hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Dodson can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a big left hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:16) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 13:57) Dodson can't connect with a jab, but then lands a big left hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:46) Dodson steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 13:46) Cronje lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 13:46) A one-two from Dodson fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 13:29) Dodson comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 13:29) Cronje fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 13:29) A jab lands from Dodson but Cronje evades a big left punch.

(Rd 1 - 13:13) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 13:13) Dodson misses a left hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 12:56) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:56) Cronje misses with a big right hand, allowing Dodson to counter with a great left hook.

(Rd 1 - 12:34) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 12:05) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 11:56) Dodson moves confidently around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:44) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 11:44) Cronje lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 11:44) Dodson nails a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 11:23) Dodson throws a punch but Cronje avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 11:19) Dodson moves confidently around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:10) Dodson fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a nice left head kick.

(Rd 1 - 11:05) Cronje staggers backward, looking dazed...that last blow must have really rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 11:05) A flying knee hits, but Cronje blocked some of it with his arms and manages to stay on his feet!

(Rd 1 - 10:38) A jab is wide from Dodson, but then he catches Cronje with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:35) Cronje wobbles, but does not go down...he is hurt! He covers up and backs up until trapped against the cage, but Dodson is already advancing to try and finish!

(Rd 1 - 10:35) Cronje gets caught with a flying knee! He blocked some of it though, and doesn't get knocked down.

(Rd 1 - 10:23) Cronje regains his wits just in time to duck under the head kick that would have surely ended the fight.

(Rd 1 - 10:12) A head kick lands hard, Cronje falls to the ground and is in major trouble!

(Rd 1 - 09:58) Dodson senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!

(Rd 1 - 09:58) Dodson goes to work on Cronje with incredibly vicious stomps and kicks, but somehow cannot finish him!

(Rd 1 - 09:39) On his back, Cronje watches as Dodson comes in looking to get a dominant ground position.

(Rd 1 - 09:39) Cronje tries to get free, but Dodson is able to secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 09:24) Dodson starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 09:24) Cronje can't stop it and gets mounted.

(Rd 1 - 08:42) Dodson attempts to set up an armbar on Cronje from the mount.

(Rd 1 - 08:42) Cronje stacks up Dodson and punches away until he stops the armbar attempt. Cronje gets side control off it.

(Rd 1 - 08:11) Looking to catch his breath, Cronje is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 07:45) Dodson skillfully moves to full guard.

(Rd 1 - 07:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:28) For the moment Cronje is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 07:12) Dodson works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 06:58) Dodson scrambles to his feet, but Cronje immediately drives him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 06:44) Cronje pins Dodson up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 06:44) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.

(Rd 1 - 05:29) Unable to break free, Dodson is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 05:29) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Dodson confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Cronje had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Dodson fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Cronje almost falls over as he backs off...that last shot may have genuinely rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Dodson comes in fast and smashes Cronje with a left hand! Down he goes! He is out!

(Rd 1 - 03:56) John Dodson takes the victory by way of knock out!

 

 

 

Official Result: John 'The Magician' Dodson defeats Devon Cronje (Knock Out (Punch) in 11:04 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: John Dodson thanks everyone connected to Jackson Wink MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. John Dodson invites everyone to a post-show winners party at a local club to celebrate his win. John Dodson is a charismatic talker and really knows how to sell himself.

 

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Bryan "Kid Lightning" Caraway (22-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Seattle, Washington, Favorite: -250) vs. Ray "The Tazmexican Devil" Borg (13-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Albuquerque, New Mexico, Underdog: +190)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Bryan 'Kid Lightning' Caraway against Ray 'The Tazmexican Devil' Borg.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Herb Dean will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Marcos Rosales, Adelaide Byrd, and Sal D'Amato.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Setting it up with excellent timing, Borg comes forward and shoots for the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Borg drives forward and gets the takedown! Caraway couldn't quite stop it.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Caraway winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Borg pressing onto him.

(Rd 1 - 14:37) Borg tries to improve his position.

(Rd 1 - 14:37) Borg shifts his position brilliantly to get mount!

(Rd 1 - 13:57) Borg fires away with elbow strikes but Caraway deals with all of them fairly well.

(Rd 1 - 13:45) Borg drives down with an elbow strike that lands flush! Caraway is in big trouble!

(Rd 1 - 13:33) Borg unloads with three hard elbows, Caraway is getting rocked!

(Rd 1 - 13:33) The strikes are hard enough to force Caraway to roll to the side, giving up his back in the process!

(Rd 1 - 13:18) Caraway is in huge trouble now, as Borg successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 12:59) Borg, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 12:59) Caraway gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 12:30) Ray 'The Tazmexican Devil' Borg takes the win by submission!

 

 

 

Official Result: Ray 'The Tazmexican Devil' Borg defeats Bryan 'Kid Lightning' Caraway (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:30 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ray Borg gives a name-check to everyone at Jackson Wink MMA, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Borg says that he was working on that choke during training and that he is glad that it paid off. There is no doubt about it that he knows how to talk with the best of them, his natural charisma shined here.

 

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Issei Tamura (11-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Shinagawa, Japan, Underdog: +100) vs. Henry "The Messenger" Cejudo (16-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Phoenix, Arizona, Favorite: -110)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Issei Tamura taking on Henry 'The Messenger' Cejudo.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Herb Dean.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Marcos Rosales, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:48) Tamura can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) Tamura throws a two-punch combo but Cejudo avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 14:21) Cejudo seizes the chance and grabs Tamura into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 14:13) Using his wrestling skills, Cejudo is trying to push Tamura up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:13) He does so and now has Tamura pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) Tamura is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Cejudo has over him.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 12:51) Showing his ability to control opponents, Cejudo simply smothers Tamura against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:51) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(Rd 1 - 11:51) Referee Herb Dean thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 11:38) Tamura throws a punch but Cejudo was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 11:33) Cejudo is able to grab Tamura.

(Rd 1 - 11:27) Getting underhooks, Cejudo looks for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 11:27) It doesn't work, Tamura defended against it well.

(Rd 1 - 11:08) Using his wrestling skills, Cejudo is trying to push Tamura up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:08) Cejudo manages it and controls Tamura up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 10:56) Smothered against the cage, Tamura cannot get free.

(Rd 1 - 10:56) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further thirty seconds.

(Rd 1 - 10:13) Cejudo tries to maintain control, but Tamura wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 09:51) Cejudo comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 09:51) Tamura throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 09:47) Cejudo gets hold of Tamura, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 1 - 09:39) Cejudo tries to wrestle Tamura backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 09:39) Cejudo can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 09:16) Tamura looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 09:16) Cejudo stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 09:02) Cejudo is looking to muscle Tamura back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 09:02) Cejudo can't do it though, and Tamura gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 1 - 08:40) Tamura tries to use a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 08:40) An outside leg trip sweeps Cejudo down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard!

(Rd 1 - 08:22) Tamura punches down at Cejudo, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 08:03) In guard, Tamura throws a couple of punches designed to keep Cejudo guessing.

(Rd 1 - 07:42) Cejudo tries to sweep Tamura but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 07:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:29) Tamura throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 07:06) Tamura blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 1 - 06:47) Tamura throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 06:29) Cejudo tries to sweep Tamura but can't do it.

(Rd 1 - 06:16) The clock runs down as Cejudo is being smothered against the ground by Tamura.

(Rd 1 - 05:48) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Herb Dean standing them both back up.

(Rd 1 - 05:42) Cejudo lands a couple of weak left hands that barely registered.

(Rd 1 - 05:42) Tamura throws a one-two, but Cejudo was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 05:22) Tamura can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Cejudo with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 05:01) Cejudo comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 05:01) A jab lands from Tamura, but Cejudo evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Cejudo gets hold of Tamura without taking too much damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Cejudo attempts to pick Tamura up for a slam.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Cejudo has him! Slams him down! Tamura pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Cejudo throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Cejudo deflects a couple of punches that Tamura threw from below.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Cejudo throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Tamura drags Cejudo in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Cejudo tries to pound on Tamura, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Cejudo deflects a couple of punches that Tamura threw from below.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Cejudo begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Tamura fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Tamura ends up in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Tamura keeps Cejudo guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Cejudo tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Tamura doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Tamura throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Cejudo tries to get full guard on Tamura but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Tamura throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Tamura throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Tamura blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Tamura pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Cejudo.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Henry 'The Messenger' Cejudo!

 

 

 

Official Result: Henry 'The Messenger' Cejudo defeats Issei Tamura (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Henry Cejudo gives a name-check to everyone at Fight Ready, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Henry Cejudo celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. There's no doubt about it that he knows how to talk with the best of them, his natural charisma shined here.

 

 

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Mitch Gagnon (12-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Sudbury, Ontario, Favorite: -590) vs. Irshaad Sayed (13-2-2NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Cape Town, South Africa, Underdog: +470)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The co-main event is up next. Mitch Gagnon fights Irshaad Sayed in the CTC Bantamweight division.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Marc Goddard.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Marcos Rosales, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 14:55) Sayed can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:38) Sayed attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:38) Gagnon throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 14:38) Sayed hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:17) Sayed comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 14:17) Gagnon hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:17) Sayed hits a left jab and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:55) Sayed initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:55) Gagnon throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 13:55) Gagnon falls for a clever feint.

(Rd 1 - 13:55) Sayed uses a left jab but Gagnon avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) Sayed steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) Sayed moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Gagnon.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) Sayed connects with a nice jab and then he catches Gagnon with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 12:37) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 12:11) Sayed comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 12:11) Gagnon lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 12:11) Sayed lands a left hand and then he hits Gagnon with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 11:51) Gagnon isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 11:51) A jab hits home from Sayed and then he hits Gagnon with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 11:34) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 10:57) Moving forward constantly, Sayed is pressuring Gagnon.

(Rd 1 - 10:57) Sayed moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Gagnon.

(Rd 1 - 10:57) Sayed uses a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 10:44) Gagnon shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 10:44) Sayed partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Gagnon has a hold of the other.

(Rd 1 - 10:44) Unable to complete the takedown, Gagnon instead pushes Sayed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 10:27) Sayed is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 10:27) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 09:24) Showing his ability to control opponents, Gagnon smothers Sayed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 09:24) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.

(Rd 1 - 08:14) Referee Marc Goddard decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 08:06) Sayed comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 08:06) Gagnon tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 08:06) Gagnon is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint.

(Rd 1 - 08:06) Sayed connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 07:59) Sayed studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 1 - 07:50) Sayed attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 07:50) Gagnon misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 07:50) Sayed fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Gagnon with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 07:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:27) Sayed comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 07:27) Gagnon fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 07:27) Sayed feints one way and then the other, throwing Gagnon off balance and leaving him badly exposed.

(Rd 1 - 07:27) Sayed connects with a jab but Gagnon evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 07:10) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 07:10) Sayed slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 06:55) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 06:22) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 06:22) Sayed dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 05:57) Sayed attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 05:57) Gagnon fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 05:57) Sayed throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 05:40) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Sayed.

(Rd 1 - 05:32) Gagnon moves in fast and clinches with Sayed.

(Rd 1 - 05:25) Wanting to take it to the ground, Gagnon attempts to drag Sayed down into his guard.

(Rd 1 - 05:25) Sayed gets pulled down and sucked into the guard position.

(Rd 1 - 05:14) Gagnon attempts to sweep Sayed.

(Rd 1 - 05:14) Gagnon unbalances Sayed with a messy elevator sweep, giving him the opportunity to scramble.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The scramble sees Gagnon up first, and he is quick to wrestle Sayed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Sayed is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Gagnon catches Sayed with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Gagnon tries to throw a knee to the thigh but Sayed uses wrestling to prevent it.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Gagnon keeps Sayed stuck against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) About a minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Gagnon looks for a foot stomp but Sayed works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) Gagnon misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Sayed attacks with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Sayed forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Gagnon misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) A jab hits home from Sayed and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Gagnon hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Sayed scores with a brace of jabs and also lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Gagnon looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Gagnon got accidentally poked in the eye on that exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) He gets a few moments to recover in a neutral corner.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) The fight begins again in the center of the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Sayed is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Sayed feints an attack that leaves Gagnon slightly off balance.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Sayed dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Sayed comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Gagnon misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Sayed can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Gagnon shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Sayed partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Gagnon has a hold of the other.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Unable to complete the takedown, Gagnon instead pushes Sayed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) With Sayed stuck against the cage, Gagnon tries to use a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Sayed is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull half guard!

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Gagnon tries to pound on Sayed, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Here come the official decisions.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Gagnon.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Mitch Gagnon wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Mitch Gagnon defeats Irshaad Sayed (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Cory Sandhagen (13-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Aurora, Colorado, Favorite: -740) vs. Eduardo "Dudu" Dantas (21-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Underdog: +590)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 30:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Cory Sandhagen battles Eduardo 'Dudu' Dantas in the CTC Bantamweight division.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) Refereeing this bout will be Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) Our judges at cageside are: Adelaide Byrd, Sal D'Amato, and Nelson Hamilton.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 29:46) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 29:13) Dantas comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 29:13) Sandhagen fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 29:13) Dantas uses a left jab but Sandhagen avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 28:50) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 28:19) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 28:19) Sandhagen parries away a right head kick attempt and counters with a jab and a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 27:51) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 27:51) Dantas hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 27:51) Sandhagen doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 27:29) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 27:29) Sandhagen finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 27:29) Dantas hits a couple of jabs but misses with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 27:29) Blood is visible, it appears that Dantas has suffered a large gash above his eye.

(Rd 1 - 27:04) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 27:04) Dantas hits a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 27:04) Sandhagen lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 26:47) Dantas stalks forward, pressuring Sandhagen.

(Rd 1 - 26:47) Sandhagen hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 26:47) A jab lands from Dantas but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 26:27) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 26:27) Sandhagen finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 26:27) Dantas uses a pair of left jabs and also hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 26:16) Dantas acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight.

(Rd 1 - 26:01) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 26:01) Sandhagen misses a right hook and gets countered with a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 1 - 25:39) Sandhagen uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 25:39) Dantas cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 25:32) Sandhagen fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 25:15) Dantas tries to pull Sandhagen in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 1 - 25:05) Sandhagen throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 24:35) Dantas tries to pull Sandhagen in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 1 - 24:27) Sandhagen throws several small strikes at Dantas, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with.

(Rd 1 - 24:13) Sandhagen feels Dantas prepare to scramble for position and makes sure it doesn't happen.

(Rd 1 - 23:58) Sandhagen throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 23:31) Sandhagen throws several small strikes at Dantas, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with.

(Rd 1 - 23:14) Dantas uses his legs to push Sandhagen away, into a standing position.

(Rd 1 - 23:00) Sandhagen motions for Dantas to stand up, which he does.

(Rd 1 - 22:46) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Dantas.

(Rd 1 - 22:46) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 1 - 22:46) The fight will be restarted in the center!

(Rd 1 - 22:38) Dantas comes forward, walking down Sandhagen.

(Rd 1 - 22:38) Dantas avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 22:38) A jab is wide from Dantas, but then he hits Sandhagen with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 22:34) Sandhagen acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head.

(Rd 1 - 22:20) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 22:20) Dantas scores a glancing blow with a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 22:20) Sandhagen hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 22:06) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 21:38) Dantas forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 21:38) Sandhagen hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 21:38) Dantas throws a two-punch combo but Sandhagen avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 21:21) Dantas fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Sandhagen with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 21:07) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 21:07) Sandhagen misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 20:40) Dantas comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 20:40) Sandhagen fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 20:40) A jab is wide from Dantas, but then he catches Sandhagen with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 20:23) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 20:23) Dantas throws a leg kick but doesn't make contact.

(Rd 1 - 20:23) Sandhagen is off target with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 20:02) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 19:24) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 18:59) Dantas attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 18:59) Sandhagen lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 18:59) Dantas lands two jabs, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 18:37) Dantas initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 18:37) Sandhagen lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 18:37) Dantas lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 18:18) Sandhagen sets up a nice takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 18:18) Sandhagen gets a single leg takedown! Dantas pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 18:10) Perhaps wary of submissions, Sandhagen keeps extremely tight to Dantas and peppers him with short punches.

(Rd 1 - 17:58) Dantas gets the double underhooks in and pulls Sandhagen close, controlling him well.

(Rd 1 - 17:36) Sandhagen throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 17:14) Dantas uses his legs to push Sandhagen away, into a standing position.

(Rd 1 - 16:59) Sandhagen tries to come in and secure a ground position.

(Rd 1 - 16:59) Dantas moves quickly, scrambling for position before Sandhagen can get a hold.

(Rd 1 - 16:52) Somehow, the scramble leaves Sandhagen under the north-south control of Dantas.

(Rd 1 - 16:33) Dantas gives up the north-south position in favour of sliding over into side control.

(Rd 1 - 16:13) Dantas begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 1 - 16:13) He loses his control momentarily as he tries the mount and a scramble begins.

(Rd 1 - 16:01) Sandhagen manages to come out on top, with Dantas pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 15:49) Sandhagen smothers Dantas with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 15:22) Sandhagen throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 14:54) Dantas tries to smother Sandhagen by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Perhaps wary of submissions, Sandhagen keeps extremely tight to Dantas and peppers him with short punches.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) Dantas tries to smother Sandhagen by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 1 - 14:23) Sandhagen throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 13:54) Sandhagen fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 13:37) Sandhagen blocks Dantas as he tries to get enough separation to scramble up.

(Rd 1 - 13:23) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.

(Rd 1 - 13:23) Dantas is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Dantas initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Sandhagen manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Dantas connects with a nice jab and then he hits Sandhagen with a beautiful right uppercut!

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Sandhagen hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 13:04) Dantas quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Sandhagen!

(Rd 1 - 13:04) Dantas fires away with punches, and Sandhagen is stung by several big shots.

(Rd 1 - 12:46) Dantas over-commits and that allows Sandhagen to tip him off balance and start to scramble!

(Rd 1 - 12:46) Dantas ends up in guard.

(Rd 1 - 12:32) Dantas throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 12:14) Sandhagen tries to pull Dantas in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 1 - 12:06) For the moment Dantas is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 11:40) Dantas punches down at Sandhagen, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 11:24) Dantas keeps Sandhagen guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 11:05) Sandhagen smothers Dantas with close control, stopping him from posturing up.

(Rd 1 - 10:32) Dantas fires off a few punches.

(Rd 1 - 10:05) Referee Mario Yamasaki decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 09:52) Dantas comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 09:52) Sandhagen hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 09:52) A jab lands from Dantas but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 09:35) Dantas moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Sandhagen into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 09:35) Sandhagen manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 09:35) Dantas lands a jab and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 09:12) Dantas moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Sandhagen into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 09:12) Sandhagen misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 09:12) Dantas throws a one-two, but Sandhagen was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 08:55) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 08:22) Dantas comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 08:22) Sandhagen hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 08:22) Dantas throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 08:02) Moving forward constantly, Dantas is pressuring Sandhagen.

(Rd 1 - 08:02) Sandhagen hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 08:02) Dantas lands a left hand and then he catches Sandhagen with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 07:52) A few deep breaths betray that Dantas is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 1 - 07:38) Dantas steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 07:38) A jab is wide from Dantas, but then he catches Sandhagen with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 07:27) Setting it up with excellent timing, Sandhagen comes forward and shoots for the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 07:27) Sandhagen gets the takedown! Dantas pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 07:21) For the moment Sandhagen is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 06:58) Sandhagen fires off a few punches.

(Rd 1 - 06:34) Dantas tries to pull Sandhagen in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.

(Rd 1 - 06:18) Sandhagen fires away with punches, but Dantas doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 06:03) Sandhagen deflects a couple of punches that Dantas threw from below.

(Rd 1 - 05:50) Sandhagen throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 05:23) Sandhagen leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Dantas.

(Rd 1 - 05:04) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 04:58) A jab is wide from Dantas, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Dantas throws a punch but Sandhagen avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) There's a takedown attempt from Sandhagen, who set it up well.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) He has the takedown! Dantas pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Sandhagen fires away with punches, but Dantas doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Dantas drags Sandhagen in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Sandhagen pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Sandhagen leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Dantas.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Dantas is looking really tired.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) In guard, Sandhagen is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Dantas tries to catch Sandhagen with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Sandhagen fires off some rights, but Dantas isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Dantas tries to pull Sandhagen in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Sandhagen throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Sandhagen leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Dantas.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) With no progress being made, referee Mario Yamasaki brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) There's a takedown attempt from Sandhagen, who set it up well.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Sandhagen has the takedown! Dantas pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Dantas hasn't stopped a single takedown yet.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) In half guard, Sandhagen throws a couple of punches designed to keep Dantas guessing.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Dantas tries to sweep Sandhagen but can't do it.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Sandhagen fires off some rights, but Dantas isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Dantas tries to sweep Sandhagen but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Nelson Hamilton has given Dantas the win.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Adelaide Byrd has called it a victory for Sandhagen.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Sal D'Amato has given Sandhagen the win.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by split decision, is Cory Sandhagen!

 

 

 

Official Result: Cory Sandhagen defeats Eduardo 'Dudu' Dantas (Split Decision in 30:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Cory Sandhagen thanks everyone connected to Elevation Fight Team for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Cory Sandhagen says that he is very happy to start his CTC career with a win.

 

 

 

 

Attendance: 1,798

Gate Reciepts: $237,336

Sponsorship: $50,575

Ad Revenue: $774,211

Merchandise: $6,091

 

Fighter Pay: $224,820 (Highest Paid: John Dodson, $46,240)

Drug Testing: $12,000

Production: $39,918

 

Profit: $791,475

 

Critical Rating: 73%

Commercial Rating: 67%

 

Fight of the Night: Mitch Gagnon vs. Irshaad Sayeed

KO of the Night: Brad Katona (vs. Soo Chul Kim)

Submission of the Night: Joe Soto (vs. Darrion Caldwell)

 

 

 

TOURNAMENT DRAW

 

 

 

 

News

 

- The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 10, and all the fighters have come back clean.

 

- Russian Cagefighting Championship have cut their Bantamweight Division due to lack of available fighters.

 

- Extreme Fighting Championship have closed their Womens Flyweight Division due to lack of available fighters.

 

- Legacy Fighting Alliance have close their Womens Flyweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

 

- King of the Cage have closed their Light Heavyweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

 

- Pancrase have closed their Strawweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

 

- OKTAGON have closed their Womens Flyweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

 

- Jungle Fight have closed their Womens Flyweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

 

- TKO have closed their Womens Flyweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

 

- A couple MMA fighters, Yosai Toshitome of Japan, and Leonce Moline of Canada, have announced their intention to compete in the World Kickboxing Championships.

 

 

 

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Fight of the Night: Mike Santiago vs. Mark Dickman

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Title Result: Ikuhisa Minowa Won The Vacant Brave Middleweight Title

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Fight of the Night: Ikuhisa Minowa vs. Kendall Grove

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Fight of the Night: Kayla Harrison vs. Jozette Cottom

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Title Result: Dinislam Kamavov vs. Shamil Musaev

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Performance Bonus: Dimislam Kamavov vs. Shamil Musaev

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Title Result: Rudy Schaffroth Won The LFA Heavyweight Title

Other Result: Legacy Fighting Alliance have Risen To Mid Level Regional on the Sherdog Scale.

 

Fight of the Night: Rudy Schaffroth vs. Rich Hale

KO of the Night: Gilbert Melendez (vs. Sean Soriano)

Submission of the Night: Michel Batista (vs. Daniel Spitz)

 

 

 

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Title Result: Michael Chandler Won The UFC Lightweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Ben Rothwell vs. Jon Jones

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Title Result: Karlos Vemola Wins The Vacant OKTAGON Light Heavyweight Title

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Fight of the Night: Michael Kuiper vs. Oskar Piechota

KO of the Night: Maciej Jewtuszko (vs. Brad Wheeler)

Submission of the Night: Michael Kuiper (vs. Oskar Piechota)

Performance Bonus: Michael Kuiper vs. Oskar Piechota

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Fight of the Night: Bojan Velickovic vs. Damian Domachowski

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DEEP Global Warfare (Sunday, Week 3, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: None

Other Result: DEEP Have Risen To High Level Regional On The Sherdog Scale

 

Fight of the Night: Katsunori Kikuno vs. Yoshinori Horie

KO of the Night: Yusaku Nakamura (vs. Shunichi Shimizu)

Submission of the Night: Katsunori Kikuno (vs. Yoshinori Horie)

 

 

 

M-1 107: Garner vs. Szaflarski (Sunday, Week 3, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Kenny Garner Won The Vacant M-1 Global Heavyweight Title

Title Result: Yao Zhikui Won The Vacant M-1 Global Flyweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Kenny Garner vs. Kevin Szaflarski

KO of the Night: Kenny Garner (vs. Kevin Szaflarski)

Submission of the Night: Salim Mukhidinov (vs. Johnny Frachey)

 

 

 

FEN 28: Kudin vs. Bajor (Sunday, Week 3, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Alexei Kudin Won The Vacant FEN Heavyweight Title

Title Result: Marcin Naruszczka Won The Vacant FEN Middleweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Tomasz Konraciuk vs. Dan Hope

KO of the Night: Kamil Gniadik (vs. Mateusz Strzelczyk)

Submission of the Night: Marcin Naruszczka (vs. Jan Kwiaton)

Performance Bonus: Kamila Porczyk

 

 

 

AFC 24 (Sunday, Week 3, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Rob Wilkinson Wins The Vacant AFC Middleweight Title

Title Result: Darwin Sagurit Wins The Vacant AFC Bantamweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Darwin Sagurit vs. Ramen Habib

KO of the Night: Mat Heath (vs. Shane Parker)

Submission of the Night: Rob Wilkinson (vs. Pricus Fogagnolo)

 

 

 

Predictions

 

Majster_93: 12/16 (75%)

vladjarca: 10/16 (63%) Round 1 Total: 80/129 (62%)

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Friday, Week 4, February 2021

 

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Ryohei "Ken Asuka" Kurosawa (12-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #7, Underdog: +920) vs. Joseph "The Beefcake" Benavidez (28-8, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -1160)

 

Ryohei Kurosawa has a decent striking game, but is a strong wrestler, who works well in the clinch, and has good ground an pound, and some submission skill as well. He is coming off a Split Decision loss to Ryosuke Honda in his last fight, a Decision that broke a four fight winning streak. Joseph Benavidez is a talented wrestler, with powerful, unorthodox striking. Once a small Bantamweight, he will now be a large Strawweight. He is on a two fight losing streak, both UFC Flyweight title fights against Deiveson Figueiredo, he lost the first by second round TKO, but the title wasn't decided because Figueiredo missed weight, when they fought again Figueredo won the title, defeating Benavidez by Technical Submission in the first round.

 

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Jussier "Formiga" da Silva (23-8, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -1200) vs. Kentaro Watanabe (11-8, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +950)

 

Jussier da Silva was once considered one of the best Flyweights in the world. His boxing is passable, but his BJJ is lightning quick. He sometimes fails to finish weaker opponents, but his passes and sweeps are some of the best. Losing three fights straight in the UFC's Flyweight Division, he has dropped to Strawweight in an attempt to reinvigorate his career. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Alex Perez in his last fight. Kentaro Watanabe is a creative striker, with good scrambling ability on the ground. He has not fought since 2017, when he broke a four fight losing streak with a first round TKO victory over Taku Kajikawa.

 

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Joshua "The Passion" Pacio (19-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -680) vs. "Codorninha" Yago Bryan Farias de Morais (3-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +540)

 

Joshua Pacio is a decent boxer with power in his hands, but his main threat is on the ground, where he has vicious ground and pound, and slick submissions to help him win fights. He is coming off a fourth round head kick knock out victory over Yosuke Saruta in his last fight. Yago Bryan Farias de Morais doesn't have a striking game, but his game once the fight goes to the ground is strong, with good positional work on the ground, and submission attacks. He won his first three professional fights, but lost a Unanimous Decision to Dejdamrong Sor Amnuaysirichoke in his last fight.

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Yasuhiro Urushitani (21-8-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -870) vs. Jenel "The Demolition Man" Lausa (7-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +690)

 

Yasuhiro Urushitani is a good striker, with a strong technical kickboxing game, with little power, and the ability to grind out decisions on the ground. He hasn't fought since 2016, and is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round submission loss to Takumi Tamaru in his last fight. Jenel Lausa is a former pro boxer, who has excellent footwork, and is light on his feet. His striking is based on technique, more than power, and he can defend himself on the ground, though he has no real attacking threat from there. He is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a second round submission loss to Yuta Sasaki in his last fight.

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Masayoshi "Macho The Butterfly" Kato (11-8-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #8, Underdog: +340) vs. Kiyotaka Shimizu (23-15-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -430)

 

Masayoshi Kato has a strong chin, and no striking game, he has some submission skills on the ground. He is coming off a Majority Draw against Sho Nishida in his last fight. Kiyotaka Shimizu is not much of a striking, preferring instead to work the fight to the ground, where he can grind out decisions from smothering top control. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Taiki Akiba in his last fight.

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Kanta "Kan" Sato (9-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #11, Favorite: -110) vs. Roldan Sangcha'an (4-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +100)

 

Kanta Sato is a powerful, though unskilled striker, who can wrestle, and use ground an pound. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Haruo Ochi in his last fight. Roldan Sangcha'an was a very popular fighter in his native Philippines, and is a Wushu fighter, with very good technical striking, and a passable ground game. He hasn't fought since 2017, and is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round TKO loss to Darwin Sagurit in his last fight.

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Tatsuya So (18-17-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #9, Favorite: -250) vs. Azam Gaforov (12-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +190)

 

Tatsuya So has a background in Karate, but doesn't have much striking skill, instead working on the ground toward submissions. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Ryo Hatta in his last fight. Azam Gaforov is a talented striker with powerful kicks, nearly inpenetrable takedown defence, and submission attacks, but he tends to go the distance, winning 8 of his 12 wins by Decision. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Mansour Khatuev in his last fight.

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Bokang "Little Giant" Masunyane (7-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -430) vs. Adrian "Papua Badboy" Mattheis (9-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +340)

 

Bokang Masunyane has massive power in his hands, though little technical ability in the striking game. He has strong wrestling, and has won all but one of his fights by decision. He has won all 7 of his professional fights, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Ryuto Sawada in his last fight. Adrien Mattheis has a very good technical striking game, but with no power. His big threat comes on the ground where he can work ground and pound, or submissions. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Stefer Rahardian in his last fight.

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: "Nobita" Yoshitaka Naito (15-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #6, Favorite: -810) vs. Fumihiro Kitahara (17-9-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +640)

 

Yoshitaka Naito is a Jiu Jitsu player, with good submissions, and positional ability on the ground. He has almost no ability on the feet. He broke a two fight winning streak with a Unanimous Decision loss to Yosuke Saruta in his last fight. Fumihiro Kitahara has very good footwork on the feet, but little striking ability instead preferring to work a solid positional BJJ game for decision victories, or submissions. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Koki Naito in his last fight.

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Daichi Kitakata (20-9-1-2NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Favorite: -370) vs. Jeremy "The Jaguar" Miado (9-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +290)

 

Daichi Kitakata isn't much of a striker, but he has excellent takedowns, and often works from stifling top control for decisions, but can also attack with ground and pound, or sneak out the odd submission. He is coming off a second round knock out loss to Yosuke Saruta in his last fight. Jeremy Miado has power in his hands, and devastating elbows from the clinch, but prefers to work on the ground from top control, for decision or ground and pound victories. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Li Tao Miao in his last fight.

 

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Adam Antolin (14-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #12, Favorite: -130) vs. Ryo Hatta (13-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #13, Underdog: -110)

 

Adam Antolin has a half decent technical striking game, but his strength is on the ground, where he uses his strong background in BJJ to earn submission victories. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Teppei Maeyama in his last fight. Ryo Hatta isn't much of a striker, but his strong jiu jitsu leads to a lot of submission victories, 12 of his 13 wins coming by submission. He loves to use tactics like jumping guard, and rubber guard to help him out in the fight. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Mijikai Nagai in his last fight that broke a two fight losing streak.

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Yosuke "Tobizaru No. 2" Saruta (20-9-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #3, Favorite: -1160) vs. Masaaki Sugawara (18-11-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +920)

 

Yosuke Saruto is a decent technical boxer, but likes to take the fight to the ground, where he can work submissions, but more often uses his strong positional ability, and smothering top control to grind out decision victories. He is coming of a second round knock out victory over Daichi Kitakata in his last fight. Masaaki Sugawara is a half decent striker, that has few options on the ground to do any damage. He is coming off a fifth round technical submission loss to Hiromasa Ogikubo in his last fight in 2016.

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Mikihito Yamagami (10-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #5, Favorite: -700) vs. Seiji "OZ" Ozuka (15-12-7, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +550)

 

Mikihito Yamagami is a Judoka, who has half decent boxing, but likes to get the fight to the ground, where he can work his submission game, or grind out decisions. He has not fought since 2014, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Nam Jin Jo in his last fight. Seiji Ozuka is a Judoka, and a Jiu-Jitsu player, but age has eroded his ability, and he is not extremely good at anything now. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Takuya Eizumi in his last fight in 2016.

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Loveth Young (2-1-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #14, Favorite: -410) vs. Takuya Eizumi (15-17-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +320)

 

Loveth Young is a Muay Thai striker with a strong kicking game. He has overpowering wrestling, and has a strong submission game on the ground. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Reena Norville in his last fight. (Am I wrong in thinking this is a woman? Has she made a lifestyle choice that would allow her to compete with men? Or is this just a mistake in the database? Can't believe I didn't notice this until now. I think I was just happy to find 32 Strawweight Men to participate in the tournament.). Takuya Eizumi is a decent boxer with good footwork. He has good scrambles on the ground. He is on a three fight losing streak, and is coming off a first round knock out loss to Seiji Ozuka in his last fight in 2016.

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Yoshihiro "Child" Masunaga (8-12-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -260) vs. Kosuke "Rambo" Suzuki (14-11-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +200)

 

Yoshihiro Matsunaga is a decent technical striker with heavy hands. He doesn't have much in the way of takedown or submission defence, and no real ground game to speak of. Most of his victories are by Decision. He is on a two fight losing streak and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Jun Nakamura in his last fight. Kosuke Suzuki is a decent all around striker, but has no takedown defence, or ground game whatsoever. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Chikara Shimabukuro in his last fight.

 

 

 

Strawweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Haruo Ochi (18-8-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Favorite: -550) vs. Junji "Sarumaru" Ito (16-8-1, 0-0 CTC, Underdog: +430)

 

Haruo Ochi isn't much of a striker, but his decent wrestling, and takedowns lead to the ground, where his solid control and submission game help him pick up victories. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision win over Namiki Kawahara in his last fight. Junji Ito has solid technique to his kicking game, and can work from the Thai clinch. He has passable takedown, and submission defence. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a second round Unanimous Technical Decision victory over Ryosuke Honda in his last fight.

 

 

 

Weigh-In Results

 

Ryohei Kurasawa (115 lbs) vs. Joseph Benavidez (115 lbs)

Jussier da Silva (115 lbs) vs. Kentaro Watanabe (115 lbs)

Joshua Pacio (115 lbs) vs. Yago Bryan Farais de Morais (115 lbs)

Yasuhiro Urushitani (115 lbs) vs. Jenel Lausa (115 lbs)

Masayoshi Kato (115 lbs) vs. Kiyotaka Shimizu (115 lbs)

Kanta Sato (115 lbs) vs. Roldan Sangcha'an (115 lbs)

Tatsuya So (115 lbs) vs. Azam Gaforov (115 lbs)

Bokang Masunyane (115 lbs) vs. Adrian Mattheis (115 lbs)

Yoshitaka Naita (115 lbs) vs. Fumihiro Kitahara (115 lbs)

Daichi Kitakata (115 lbs) vs. Jeremy Miado (115 lbs)

 

Adam Antolin (115 lbs) vs. Ryo Hatta (115 lbs)

Yosuke Saruta (115 lbs) vs. Maasaki Sugiwara (115 lbs)

Mikihito Yamagami (115 lbs) vs. Seiji Osuka (115 lbs)

Loveth Young (115 lbs) vs. Takuya Eizumi (115 lbs)

Yoshihiro Matsunaga (115 lbs) vs. Kosuke Suzuki (115 lbs)

Haruo Ochi (115 lbs) vs. Junji Ito (115 lbs)

 

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 12 Full Fight Card

 

SW: Ryohei Kurasawa vs. Joseph Benavidez

SW: Jussier da Silva vs. Kentaro Watanabe

SW: Joshua Pacio vs. Yago Bryan Farias de Morais

SW: Yasuhiro Urushitani vs. Jenel Lausa

SW: Masuyoshi Kato vs. Kiyotaka Shimizu

SW: Kanta Sato vs. Roldan Shangcha'an

SW: Tatsuya So vs. Azam Gaforov

SW: Bokang Masunyane vs. Adrian Mattheis

SW: Yoshitaka Naito vs. Fumihiro Kitahara

SW: Daichi Kitakata vs. Jeremy Miado

 

SW: Adam Antolin vs. Ryo Hatta

SW: Yosuke Saruta vs. Masaaki Sugawara

SW: Mikihito Yamagami vs. Seiji Ozuka

SW: Loveth Young vs. Takuya Eizumi

SW: Yoshihiro Matsunaga vs. Kosuke Suzuki

SW: Haruo Ochi vs. Junji Ito

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Friday, Week 4, February 2021

 

 

 

Live From Brandon, Manitoba

 

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Haruo Ochi (18-8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Saijo, Japan, Favorite: -550) vs. Junji "Sarumaru" Ito (16-8-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Underdog: +430)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our first prelim fight is up next, in which Haruo Ochi goes head to head with Junji 'Sarumaru' Ito.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Cardo Urso, Matt Hume, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) Ochi hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) Ito scores with a brace of jabs and also hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:30) Ito attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:30) Ochi throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 14:30) Ito lands a left jab but Ochi evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 14:09) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 13:36) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:36) Ochi misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Ito attacks with two jabs that are followed by a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:07) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:07) Ochi misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Ito attacks with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:46) Ito comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 12:46) Ochi throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 12:46) Ito lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 12:23) Ito comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 12:23) Ochi hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:23) Ito lands two left hands and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 12:05) Ito moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Ochi into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:05) Ito steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Ochi.

(Rd 1 - 12:05) Ito hits a left jab and then he catches Ochi with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 11:38) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 11:13) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 10:41) Ito lands a left jab, but Ochi avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 10:15) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 09:51) Ito comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 09:51) Ochi misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 09:51) Ito connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 09:28) Ito comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 09:28) Ochi tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 09:28) Ito lands a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 09:13) Ito comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 09:13) Ito steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Ochi.

(Rd 1 - 09:13) Ito throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 08:54) Ochi comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 08:54) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Ito pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 08:47) Ochi throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 08:23) Ochi looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 08:23) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Ito starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 08:09) Somehow, the scramble leaves Ito under the north-south control of Ochi.

(Rd 1 - 07:55) Moving around, Ochi slides into side control.

(Rd 1 - 07:42) Ochi attempts an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 07:42) Ito defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 1 - 07:14) Ochi fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 06:50) Ochi throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 06:28) Ochi throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 05:59) Ochi tries to lock Ito in a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 05:59) Ito doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 05:21) The lack of progress forces referee Mario Yamasaki to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 1 - 05:21) Ito rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 05:06) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 04:43) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Ochi looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Ito lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Ito comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Ochi throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) A jab hits home from Ito and then he hits Ochi with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Ito connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Ito initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Ochi fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) A jab is wide from Ito, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Ito steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Ochi fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Ito lands a jab and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Ochi clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Ito can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Ochi with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Ito is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Ito comes forward, walking down Ochi.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Ochi hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Ito lands a left hand and then he hits Ochi with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) Ochi warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to shoot in.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) Ito can't connect with a jab, but then hits Ochi with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Ito steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Ochi fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) A jab is wide from Ito, but then he scores with a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Ito comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Ochi lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Ito fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Ito rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Here come the official decisions.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Ito.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Junji 'Sarumaru' Ito wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Junji 'Sarumaru' Ito defeats Haruo Ochi (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Junji Ito gives a name-check to everyone at Abe Ani Combat Club, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Yoshihiro "Child" Matsunaga (8-12-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Hinase, Japan, Favorite: -260) vs. Kosuke "Rambo" Suzuki (14-11-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Chiba, Japan, Underdog: +200)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Yoshihiro 'Child' Matsunaga taking on Kosuke 'Rambo' Suzuki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Yves Lavigne will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Glenn Trowbridge, Adelaide Byrd, and Cardo Urso.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) Matsunaga dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a couple of jabs that are followed by a glancing blow with a high kick.

(Rd 1 - 14:28) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:28) Rambo scores with a jab but is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 14:28) Matsunaga scores with two quick punches that set up a nice uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 14:16) Rambo is knocked down!

(Rd 1 - 14:16) Matsunaga knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Rambo, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 1 - 14:16) Matsunaga fires away and Rambo is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 14:16) With Rambo taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 14:01) The winner, by TKO, is Yoshihiro 'Child' Matsunaga!

 

 

 

Official Result: Yoshihiro 'Child' Matsunaga defeats Kosuke 'Rambo' Suzuki (TKO (Strikes) in 0:59 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Yoshihiro Matsunaga praises his team at ALLIANCE, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here.

 

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Loveth Young (2-1-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Los Angeles, California, Favorite: -410) vs. Takuya Eizumi (15-17-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +320)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Loveth Young goes head to head with Takuya Eizumi.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Yves Lavigne.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Glenn Trowbridge, Adelaide Byrd, and Cardo Urso.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 14:55) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 14:30) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:30) Young throws a leg kick but doesn't make contact. Eizumi counters with a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:15) Eizumi throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 14:08) Young is able to grab Eizumi.

(Rd 1 - 14:02) Eizumi gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Young uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 1 - 13:48) Young uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Eizumi as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 13:37) Young hits Eizumi with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 1 - 13:20) Eizumi tries to wriggle free, but Young controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 13:08) Young tries to wrestle Eizumi backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 13:08) He does so and now has Eizumi pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) Young pins Eizumi up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(Rd 1 - 11:48) Young presses Eizumi into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.

(Rd 1 - 11:48) 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 - 10:41) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Yves Lavigne brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 10:30) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 10:30) Young lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:30) Eizumi lands a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 10:25) Young, breathing hard, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.

(Rd 1 - 10:25) Using his wrestling skills, Young is trying to push Eizumi up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 10:25) He does so and now has Eizumi pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 10:10) Young uses dirty boxing to punish Eizumi while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 09:56) Eizumi is trapped against the cage and Young hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 09:39) Young smothers Eizumi against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 09:20) Young catches Eizumi with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 09:11) Young is aiming to get Eizumi into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 09:11) He gets it and now has Eizumi in trouble.

(Rd 1 - 08:56) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Young scores with an elbow, but it came from a bad angle and didn't have much power.

(Rd 1 - 08:41) Young loses the Muay Thai clinch after a knee strike misses and gives Eizumi the opportunity to wrestle free.

(Rd 1 - 08:10) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 08:10) Young misses with a big right hand, allowing Eizumi to counter with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 07:46) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 07:46) Eizumi dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:39) Young clinches; he is breathing hard and may need a moment to recover.

(Rd 1 - 07:39) Young is looking to muscle Eizumi back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 07:39) Eizumi ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 07:20) Young smothers Eizumi against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 07:02) Young smothers Eizumi against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 1 - 06:51) Young is looking to get Eizumi in a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 06:51) He gets it and now has Eizumi in trouble.

(Rd 1 - 06:31) Eizumi partially blocks a knee strike, enough to allow him to wrestle free of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 05:48) Eizumi hits a left hand, but Young avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 05:41) Young is able to grab Eizumi.

(Rd 1 - 05:32) Young is trying to muscle Eizumi up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 05:32) Young does it, Eizumi is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 05:19) Young is aiming to get Eizumi into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 05:19) Young achieves it, Eizumi could not fight out of it.

(Rd 1 - 05:01) Young finds an attempted knee strike caught, and the leverage allows Eizumi to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Young misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Eizumi comes in with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Young, breathing hard, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Young hits Eizumi with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Young is trying to push Eizumi so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Eizumi ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Young pins Eizumi up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Young smothers Eizumi against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Eizumi is trapped against the cage and Young punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Young pins Eizumi up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Young hits Eizumi, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Young uses dirty boxing to punish Eizumi while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Young uses dirty boxing to punish Eizumi while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Young pins Eizumi up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Young is aiming to get Eizumi into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Young manages it and now controls Eizumi by the back of the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) From the clinch, Eizumi takes a knee to the chest, but there wasn't much power behind it.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Young finds an attempted knee strike caught, and the leverage allows Eizumi to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Taking a few gulps of breath, Young is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Young misses with a big right hand, allowing Eizumi to counter with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Breathing hard, Young clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Young is aiming to get Eizumi into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) He gets it, and now has Eizumi in trouble.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Young tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Eizumi isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Young.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Loveth Young!

 

 

 

Official Result: Loveth Young defeats Takuya Eizumi (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Loveth Young gives a name-check to everyone at Rothwell MMA, all his various sponsors, and all his friends, family, and supporters. Loveth Young celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Mikihito Yamagami (10-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Fujimi, Japan, Favorite: -700) vs. Seiji "OZ" Ozuka (15-12-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Mito, Japan, Underdog: +550)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Mikihito Yamagami taking on Seiji 'OZ' Ozuka.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Yves Lavigne is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Adelaide Byrd, Cardo Urso, and Matt Hume.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:51) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:51) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot.

(Rd 1 - 14:51) Yamagami misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:51) Ozuka misses a jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Ozuka comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) Yamagami hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 14:29) A jab lands from Ozuka but Yamagami avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 14:04) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 14:04) Ozuka misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:04) Yamagami lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:46) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 13:46) Ozuka misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Yamagami attacks with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 13:24) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 13:24) Ozuka uses a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:24) Yamagami hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 13:06) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:06) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit.

(Rd 1 - 13:06) Ozuka doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:06) Yamagami misses with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 12:46) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:46) Ozuka scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 12:46) Yamagami lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 12:19) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:19) Yamagami is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:19) Ozuka finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 11:54) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:54) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.

(Rd 1 - 11:54) Ozuka doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:54) Yamagami tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 1 - 11:34) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:34) Yamagami slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 11:15) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:15) Ozuka misses with a big right hand, allowing Yamagami to counter with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 11:00) Ozuka steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 11:00) Yamagami lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 11:00) Ozuka throws a one-two, but Yamagami was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 10:32) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 10:32) Ozuka misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Yamagami comes in with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 10:16) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 10:16) Yamagami dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 09:51) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 09:51) Ozuka misses a right hook and gets countered with a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 09:37) Ozuka immediately covers up and tries to retreat, only to end up against the cage! I think that he is dazed!

(Rd 1 - 09:37) Yamagami tries to finish with a scorching right hand, but Ozuka slips past it at the very last possible second.

(Rd 1 - 09:29) Ozuka clears his head and circles away from the cage back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 09:22) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 08:54) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 08:30) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 08:09) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 08:09) Yamagami lands a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 08:09) Ozuka lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 07:44) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 07:44) Yamagami hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 07:44) Ozuka hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 07:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:28) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 07:28) The two fighters strike, but without success.

(Rd 1 - 07:28) Ozuka doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:28) Yamagami misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:18) Ozuka is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 07:09) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 06:51) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 06:51) Yamagami misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 06:51) Ozuka is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:35) Yamagami backs off, having been poked in the eye, and the fight is halted.

(Rd 1 - 06:35) He gets a few moments to recover.

(Rd 1 - 06:35) The fight begins again in the center of the cage.

(Rd 1 - 06:20) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 06:20) Ozuka lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 06:20) Yamagami hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 05:55) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 05:55) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit.

(Rd 1 - 05:55) Ozuka has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 05:55) Yamagami is off-target with a jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 05:37) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 05:37) Yamagami slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 05:13) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 05:13) Yamagami counters a right hand with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Ozuka misses a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Yamagami lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) For the first time, Yamagami is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Yamagami can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Ozuka is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Ozuka misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Yamagami attacks with a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Yamagami counters a right hand with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Ozuka scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Yamagami hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Yamagami grabs Ozuka, who looks shattered, and pulls him into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Yamagami is trying to push Ozuka so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Yamagami achieves it, pinning Ozuka to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Yamagami pins Ozuka up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Yamagami uses dirty boxing to punish Ozuka while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Yamagami hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Ozuka is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Ozuka is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Ozuka is trapped against the cage and Yamagami punishes him with a big elbow to the face.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Yamagami smothers Ozuka against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Yamagami.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Mikihito Yamagami!

 

 

 

Official Result: Mikihito Yamagami defeats Seiji 'OZ' Ozuka (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Mikihito Yamagami gives a name-check to everyone at Mori Dojo, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Mikihito Yamamgami celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Yosuke "Tobizaru No. 2" Saruta (20-9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawaguchi, Japan, Favorite: -1160) vs. Masaaki Sugawara (18-11-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +920)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Yosuke 'Tobizaru No. 2' Saruta battles Masaaki Sugawara.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Matt Hume, Marcos Rosales, and Glenn Trowbridge.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Saruta appeared to be going for a takedown, but Sugawara took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 14:50) Sugawara can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:33) Saruta comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 14:33) Sugawara cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 14:22) Saruta fires off a few punches.

(Rd 1 - 14:01) Saruta is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 14:01) He passes to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 12:55) Saruta begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 12:55) Saruta is too skilled for Sugawara, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 12:11) Saruta looks to get a mount.

(Rd 1 - 12:11) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Sugawara rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 11:38) Sugawara finds himself in major trouble, as Saruta applies a tight body triangle.

(Rd 1 - 11:26) Saruta unloads with massive right hands and Sugawara is getting destroyed!

(Rd 1 - 11:26) Referee Mario Yamasaki is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 11:12) Yosuke Saruta takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

 

Official Result: Yosuke 'Tobizaru No. 2' Saruta defeats Masaaki Sugawara (TKO (Strikes) in 3:48 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Yosuke Saruta praises his team at ALLIANCE, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Daichi Kitakata would be a particularly good contest. There's no doubt about it that he knows how to talk with the best of them, his natural charisma shined here.

 

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Adam Antolin (14-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Milpitas, California, Favorite: -130) vs. Ryo Hatta (13-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Fujisawa, Japan, Underdog: -110)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Adam Antolin takes on Ryo Hatta in the CTC Strawweight division.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Marcos Rosales, Glenn Trowbridge, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 14:54) Hatta may have been setting up to shoot, but Antolin aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 14:54) A jab is wide from Antolin, but then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:34) A tentative jab from Hatta lands.

(Rd 1 - 14:34) Antolin lands a jab and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:11) There's a takedown attempt from Hatta.

(Rd 1 - 14:11) The takedown is successful, Antolin pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 14:01) Hatta tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 14:01) He passes guard but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins.

(Rd 1 - 13:48) The scramble leaves Antolin on top in side control.

(Rd 1 - 13:35) Antolin throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 13:11) Hatta tries to pull guard on Antolin but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 12:56) Antolin fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 12:37) Antolin blocks Hatta as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 12:18) Antolin throws a few left hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 11:52) Hatta tries to move to guard, but Antolin doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 11:33) Antolin tries to lock Hatta in an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 11:33) Hatta doesn't allow the armbar to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 11:04) Hatta takes the opportunity and manages to pull half guard.

(Rd 1 - 10:44) Antolin fires off some lefts, but Hatta isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 10:29) Hatta gets some separation and tries to scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 10:29) There wasn't enough separation though, Antolin is able to catch him and secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 10:04) Antolin fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 09:45) Antolin throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 09:22) Hatta pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 09:04) Antolin pounds away with left hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 08:44) Hatta works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 08:44) It's a bad choice though, as Antolin seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 08:23) Antolin throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 07:57) Antolin fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 07:34) Antolin throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 07:17) Antolin blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 07:01) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 1 - 06:54) Hatta chooses to shoot in on Antolin.

(Rd 1 - 06:54) The takedown is successful, Antolin pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 06:54) That's his second takedown.

(Rd 1 - 06:42) Hatta pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 06:22) Antolin tries to get double underhooks on Hatta so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 1 - 06:16) Perhaps looking to create space for a leglock, Hatta tries to break the guard apart.

(Rd 1 - 06:16) Antolin keeps his guard tight.

(Rd 1 - 05:36) Antolin tries to get double underhooks on Hatta so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 1 - 05:27) Hatta fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:59) Antolin uses his legs to push Hatta back, and tries to scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 04:59) There wasn't enough separation though, Hatta is able to catch him and secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Hatta attempts the mount.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) He can't get the mount as Antolin rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Hatta tries to increase his control by applying a body triangle, but Antolin fights it off.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Hatta blocks Antolin as he tries to roll over.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Hatta tries to finish Antolin off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Antolin stops Hatta from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Hatta blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Antolin prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Hatta from getting hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) Antolin tries to move Hatta off his back but can't.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Hatta tries to get a body triangle applied but can't quite manage it.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Antolin tries a roll, but doesn't budge Hatta.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Antolin does well to block an attempt to apply a body triangle.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Antolin tries to move Hatta off his back but can't.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Hatta chooses to shoot in on Antolin.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) He has the takedown! Antolin pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Hatta seems to be trying to loosen the guard in an attempt to create a leglock opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Able to isolate a leg, Hatta locks in a leglock that would have beaten Antolin had the round not ended soon after!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Here come the official decisions.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Hatta.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Ryo Hatta wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Ryo Hatta defeats Adam Antolin (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ryo Hatta gives a name-check to everyone at Tsudanuma Dojo, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Ryo Hatta says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. Ryo Hatta gave a good account of himself here.

 

 

 

 

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STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Daichi Kitakata (20-9-1-2NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -370) vs. Jeremy "The Jaguar" Miado (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Albay, Philippines, Underdog: +290)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The main card opens with Daichi Kitakata taking on Jeremy 'The Jaguar' Miado.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Mario Yamasaki is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Glenn Trowbridge, Adelaide Byrd, and Cardo Urso.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 14:51) Kitakata sets up a nice takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 14:51) Kitakata gets a single leg takedown! Miado pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 14:41) Kitakata fires off a few punches.

(Rd 1 - 14:24) Kitakata throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 13:54) Miado tries to smother Kitakata by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 1 - 13:48) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, Kitakata keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:33) Miado tries to pull Kitakata in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 1 - 13:26) Kitakata fires off a few punches.

(Rd 1 - 13:04) Kitakata starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 13:04) After a struggle, he gets to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 12:15) Kitakata fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 1 - 12:04) Kitakata blocks Miado as he tries a sweep from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 11:42) Kitakata throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 11:17) Kitakata fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 10:54) Kitakata blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 1 - 10:32) Kitakata throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 10:10) Miado tries to sweep Kitakata but can't do it.

(Rd 1 - 09:47) Kitakata throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 09:20) Kitakata blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 1 - 08:52) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 1 - 08:43) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 08:43) Kitakata manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 08:37) From the grapple, Kitakata tries to work in some close-range strikes, but Miado is alert and smothers them quickly.

(Rd 1 - 08:18) Kitakata is trying to muscle Miado up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 08:18) Miado ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 07:58) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Kitakata is keeping Miado pressed up tightly against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 07:58) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 1 - 06:54) Kitakata hits Miado, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 06:41) Kitakata smothers Miado against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 1 - 06:27) 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 - 06:13) Miado hits a left hand, but Kitakata avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 05:50) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.

(Rd 1 - 05:50) Kitakata wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 05:43) Kitakata is trying to muscle Miado up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 05:43) Kitakata achieves it, pinning Miado to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 05:31) Showing his ability to exert control, Kitakata smothers Miado up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 05:31) Kitakata and Miado remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Miado is trapped against the cage and Kitakata punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Kitakata tries to maintain control, but Miado wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Kitakata chooses to shoot in on Miado.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Miado almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Kitakata holds the other.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) With Miado not going down, Kitakata settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Miado is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Unable to get free, Miado is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) About a minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) Kitakata tries to use dirty boxing against Miado, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Kitakata pins Miado up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Miado is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Miado can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Kitakata seems to be the aggressor.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Kitakata is looking to muscle Miado back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Miado out-wrestles him though.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Miado tries to take Kitakata down.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Kitakata cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Miado begins trying to get himself into a mount.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Miado struggles but cannot mount Kitakata.

(Rd 1 - 00:19) Miado blocks Kitakata as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Miado pounds away on Kitakata, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Here come the official decisions.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given Kitakata the win.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Making Daichi Kitakata the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Daichi Kitakata defeats Jeremy 'The Jaguar' Miado (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Daichi Kitakata praises his team at Mori Dojo, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Daichi Kitakata celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. He knows exactly how to handle these sorts of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself.

 

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

"Nobita" Yoshitaka Naito (15-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Inzai, Japan, Favorite: -810) vs. Fumihiro Kitahara (17-9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +640)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which 'Nobita' Yoshitaka Naito battles Fumihiro Kitahara.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Herb Dean.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Cardo Urso, Matt Hume, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Moving forward constantly, Kitahara is pressuring Naito.

(Rd 1 - 14:53) Naito fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 14:53) A jab is wide from Kitahara, but then he hits Naito with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 14:32) Kitahara steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 14:32) Naito lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:32) Kitahara throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 14:14) Naito moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 14:14) Naito can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 14:00) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 13:29) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:29) Kitahara counters a right hand with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:29) Blood is visible on Naito, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 13:04) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 13:04) Kitahara is off-target with a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 13:04) Naito hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 12:41) Kitahara comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 12:41) Naito cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 12:32) Kitahara keeps tight to Naito, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:14) Naito tries to smother Kitahara by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 1 - 12:06) Kitahara throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 1 - 11:47) Kitahara can't control Naito, who scoots them both backward until they are resting against the side of the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:47) Kitahara cannot stop Naito from walking his way up via the cage, but does retain control.

(Rd 1 - 11:47) Kitahara managed to get behind Naito in that scrabble, and has a degree of back control.

(Rd 1 - 11:18) With Naito stuck against the cage, Kitahara tries to complete a takedown from behind.

(Rd 1 - 11:18) Naito will not go down, he blocks the takedown and eventually turns so that Kitahara is backed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:02) Naito uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 10:55) Naito catches Kitahara with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 10:44) Naito keeps Kitahara up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 10:30) Kitahara is trapped up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 10:30) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.

(Rd 1 - 09:29) Naito tries to take Kitahara down.

(Rd 1 - 09:29) The takedown is successful, Kitahara goes down.

(Rd 1 - 09:29) Kitahara is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Naito holding him down.

(Rd 1 - 09:05) Naito pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 1 - 08:51) Kitahara hits Naito with a few weak strikes to the back.

(Rd 1 - 08:25) Naito looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Kitahara from a seated position onto his back.

(Rd 1 - 08:25) Naito shifts his position to gain side control.

(Rd 1 - 07:48) Naito throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 07:24) Kitahara tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 07:12) Naito attempts the mount.

(Rd 1 - 07:12) Kitahara allows the mount attempt, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 1 - 06:59) The scramble somehow results in Naito underneath Kitahara in north-south position.

(Rd 1 - 06:40) Kitahara pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.

(Rd 1 - 06:27) Naito tries to move from under Kitahara, but can't get free.

(Rd 1 - 06:21) Kitahara strikes Naito in the ribs with a few short elbows, but they lack venom.

(Rd 1 - 06:08) Kitahara blocks an attempted escape.

(Rd 1 - 06:01) Naito takes a few elbows to the midsection, but there's not much behind them.

(Rd 1 - 05:45) Kitahara blocks an attempted escape.

(Rd 1 - 05:38) Kitahara pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.

(Rd 1 - 05:19) Naito tries to move from under Kitahara, but can't get free.

(Rd 1 - 05:06) Kitahara strikes Naito in the ribs with a few short elbows, but they lack venom.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Naito tries to move from under Kitahara, but can't get free.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Kitahara hits a short knee strike to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Kitahara blocks an attempted escape.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Naito takes a few elbows to the midsection, but there's not much behind them.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Kitahara loses positional control for a moment, and it allows Naito to scramble.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) The scramble results in Naito being on his back with Kitahara in side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Kitahara tries to ensnare Naito in a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Naito gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Fumihiro Kitahara takes the win by submission!

 

 

 

Official Result: Fumihiro Kitahara defeats 'Nobita' Yoshitaka Naito (Submission (Kimura) in 12:04 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Fumihiro Kitahara thanks everyone connected to Brave Gym for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Bokang "Little Giant" Masunyane (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Cape Town, South Africa, Favorite: -430) vs. Adrian "Papua Badboy" Mattheis (9-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Jakarta, Indonesia, Underdog: +340)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Bokang 'Little Giant' Masunyane competing against Adrian 'Papua Badboy' Mattheis.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Mario Yamasaki will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Marcos Rosales, Glenn Trowbridge, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 14:53) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 14:21) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 14:03) Mattheis comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:03) Masunyane scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 14:03) Mattheis hits a left hand but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 13:42) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:42) Mattheis finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 13:42) Masunyane lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 13:15) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:15) Masunyane misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Mattheis comes in with two jabs that are followed by a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:15) Masunyane looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) Mattheis forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) Masunyane lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) Mattheis can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:29) There's a takedown attempt from Masunyane.

(Rd 1 - 12:29) The takedown is completed, Mattheis is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 12:20) Perhaps looking to create space for a leglock, Masunyane tries to break the guard apart.

(Rd 1 - 12:20) Mattheis maintains a tight, secure guard.

(Rd 1 - 11:40) Mattheis tries a sweep from the guard.

(Rd 1 - 11:40) Mattheis sweeps Masunyane, and they both scramble back to their feet.

(Rd 1 - 11:19) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:19) Masunyane hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 11:19) Mattheis lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 10:57) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 10:34) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 10:34) Mattheis lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:34) Masunyane lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 10:02) Mattheis steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 10:02) Masunyane hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:02) Mattheis hits a left hand but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 09:42) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 09:30) Mattheis rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 09:20) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 08:48) Mattheis comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 08:48) Masunyane hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 08:48) Mattheis throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 08:44) With Masunyane bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 1 - 08:44) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.

(Rd 1 - 08:44) The fight recommences!

(Rd 1 - 08:31) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 08:10) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 07:33) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 07:33) Mattheis finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 07:33) Masunyane lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 07:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:08) Mattheis comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 07:08) Masunyane lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 07:08) Mattheis hits a left hand but Masunyane evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 06:40) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 06:40) Mattheis hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 06:40) Masunyane is off-target with a jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 06:11) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 05:43) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 05:07) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Mattheis hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Masunyane hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Masunyane.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Mattheis finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Masunyane is off-target with a jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Mattheis is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Mattheis comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Masunyane fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Mattheis lands a left hand and then he catches Masunyane with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Mattheis dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Mattheis uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Masunyane hits a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) With Masunyane bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) The fight recommences!

(Rd 1 - 01:41) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Mattheis scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Masunyane hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Masunyane comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Mattheis fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Masunyane connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Mattheis comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Masunyane tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Mattheis hits a left jab and then he catches Masunyane with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Mattheis can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Mattheis is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) There's a takedown attempt from Masunyane.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Mattheis cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Masunyane pounds away on Mattheis, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!

(Rd 1 - 00:11) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Bokang Masunyane takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

 

Official Result: Bokang 'Little Giant' Masunyane defeats Adrian 'Papua Badboy' Mattheis (TKO (Strikes) in 14:59 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Bokang Masunyane thanks everyone connected to Fight Fit Miltia for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Tatsuya So (18-17-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Okinawa, Japan, Favorite: -250) vs. Azam Gaforov (12-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Tajikistan, Underdog: +190)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Tatsuya So goes head to head with Azam Gaforov.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Yves Lavigne.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Matt Hume, Marcos Rosales, and Glenn Trowbridge.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Gaforov comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) So tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 14:45) Gaforov hits a left jab and then he hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 14:23) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 13:58) Gaforov comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 13:58) Gaforov steps into the pocket, showing little fear of So.

(Rd 1 - 13:58) Gaforov feints one way, throwing So off balance, then steps to the other side.

(Rd 1 - 13:58) Gaforov connects with two left jabs, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:35) Gaforov steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:35) Gaforov steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 1 - 13:35) Gaforov connects with two left hands and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:18) Gaforov can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches So with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:13) For the first time, Gaforov is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 13:05) Gaforov fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches So with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 12:44) So had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 12:44) Gaforov lands two left hands and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 12:23) So wobbles, but does not go down...he is hurt! He covers up, but Gaforov is already advancing to try and finish!

(Rd 1 - 12:23) Gaforov throws a right high kick to try and finish the groggy So off, but it only glances off the forearm.

(Rd 1 - 12:11) Circling back to the center, So looks like he has regained his composure.

(Rd 1 - 12:11) Gaforov is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 1 - 11:58) Gaforov steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 11:58) Gaforov lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 11:39) Gaforov comes forward, walking down So.

(Rd 1 - 11:39) So hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:39) Gaforov lands a left hand and then he hits So with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 11:26) Gaforov is breathing very hard.

(Rd 1 - 11:26) Gaforov stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered.

(Rd 1 - 11:26) So is trying to push Gaforov so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:26) So does it, Gaforov is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 11:06) So attempts to hit a knee but Gaforov tightens the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 10:47) Gaforov gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 10:32) So stomps down on his opponent's foot.

(Rd 1 - 10:17) Gaforov gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 10:07) Gaforov takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 09:57) Gaforov gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 09:45) So catches Gaforov with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 09:31) So tries to maintain control, but Gaforov wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 09:14) Gaforov comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 09:14) So tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 09:14) Gaforov hits a left jab and then he catches So with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 08:51) Moving around, So is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.

(Rd 1 - 08:51) Gaforov connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 08:27) Moving forward constantly, Gaforov is pressuring So.

(Rd 1 - 08:27) Gaforov is now in the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 08:27) Gaforov connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 07:58) Gaforov steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 07:58) So tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 07:58) Gaforov lands a jab and then he hits So with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 07:37) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 07:05) Gaforov comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 07:05) So throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 07:05) Gaforov throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 06:58) Gaforov looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 1 - 06:46) Gaforov comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 06:46) So fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 06:46) Gaforov lands a left hand and then he catches So with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 06:28) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 06:03) Gaforov comes forward, walking down So.

(Rd 1 - 06:03) So misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 06:03) Gaforov connects with a jab but So evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 05:39) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 05:03) Gaforov attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 05:03) So throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 05:03) A jab lands from Gaforov but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:43) So shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:43) So gets hold of a leg but Gaforov remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 1 - 04:43) With Gaforov not going down, So settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) With Gaforov stuck against the cage, So tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) He gets a takedown, using the cage to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) So ends up holding a seated Gaforov around the waist, pressing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) So tries to improve his position.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) He is much too good for Gaforov, and gets the mount!

(Rd 1 - 03:25) So attempts an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) The armbar is fully applied, Gaforov has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 03:00) The winner, by submission, is Tatsuya So!

 

 

 

Official Result: Tatsuya So defeats Azam Gaforov (Submission (Armbar) in 12:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Tatsuya So praises his team at Rodeo Style, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted Tatsuya So celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Kanta "Kan" Sato (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -110) vs. Roldan Sangcha'an (4-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Baguio, Philippines, Underdog: +100)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Kanta 'Kan' Sato takes on Roldan Sangcha'an.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Yves Lavigne.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Marcos Rosales, Glenn Trowbridge, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) Sato misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Sangcha'an comes in with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) Sangcha'an comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) Sato scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) Sangcha'an throws a one-two, but Sato was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 14:14) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 13:52) Sangcha'an initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:52) Sato tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 13:52) Sangcha'an fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:37) Sangcha'an comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:37) Sato misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 13:37) Sangcha'an lands a left hand and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:24) Sangcha'an initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:24) Sato throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 13:24) Sangcha'an fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:12) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 13:12) Sato misses with a big right hand, allowing Sangcha'an to counter with a pair of jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) Sangcha'an moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Sato into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) Sato manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 12:49) Sangcha'an hits a left hand but Sato then dodges the spin kick that follows.

(Rd 1 - 12:17) Sangcha'an comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:17) Sato hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 12:17) Sangcha'an hits a left jab and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 11:59) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 11:28) Moving forward constantly, Sangcha'an is pressuring Sato.

(Rd 1 - 11:28) Sangcha'an steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 11:28) A jab lands from Sangcha'an but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 11:08) Sangcha'an steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:08) Sato throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 11:08) Sangcha'an throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 10:53) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 10:24) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 10:24) Sato hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 10:24) Sangcha'an scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 09:58) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 09:58) Sato misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left hook.

(Rd 1 - 09:37) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 09:37) Sato lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 09:37) Sangcha'an hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 09:16) Sangcha'an steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 09:16) Sato manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 09:16) Sangcha'an lands a jab and then he hits Sato with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 08:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 08:55) Sato lands a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 08:55) Sangcha'an lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 08:33) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 08:33) Sato scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 08:33) Sangcha'an finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 08:12) Sangcha'an stalks forward, pressuring Sato.

(Rd 1 - 08:12) Sangcha'an is now in the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 08:12) Sangcha'an connects with two left hands and then he hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 07:56) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 07:32) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 07:14) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 06:44) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 06:44) Sangcha'an slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:22) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 06:22) Sangcha'an slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 06:05) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 06:05) Sato misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Sangcha'an to attack with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 05:46) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 05:46) Sangcha'an hits a left jab but fails to land a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 05:46) Sato hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 05:24) Sangcha'an attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 05:24) Sato hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 05:24) A jab lands from Sangcha'an but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 05:15) Sangcha'an is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 05:06) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Sangcha'an moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Sato into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Sangcha'an avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Sangcha'an throws a one-two, but Sato was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Shoulders hunched, Sato studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Sato lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Sangcha'an misses with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Sangcha'an lands a left hand and then hits Sato with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Sangcha'an attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Sato hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Sangcha'an hits a left hand but Sato evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Sangcha'an comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Sato manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) A jab hits home from Sangcha'an and then he scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Sangcha'an comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Sato manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Sangcha'an lands a jab and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Sato lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Sangcha'an finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Sangcha'an is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Sato finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Sangcha'an slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Sato is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Sato comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Sangcha'an cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Sato tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Sato passes guard, but Sangcha'an was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Somehow, the scramble leaves Sato under the north-south control of Sangcha'an.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Sangcha'an hits a short knee strike to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Sato tries a get out from under north-south, but doesn't budge Sangcha'an.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Sangcha'an pounds away with short elbows to the stomach, leaving red marks.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) Sato tries to move from under Sangcha'an, but can't get free.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) Sangcha'an pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Sangcha'an.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Making Roldan Sangcha'an the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Roldan Sangcha'an defeats Kanta 'Kan' Sato (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Roldan Sangch'an gives a name-check to everyone at Team Lakay, all his various sponsors, then all his family, friends, and supporters. Roldan Sangcha'an celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Masayoshi "Macho The Butterfly" Kato (11-8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Underdog: +340) vs. Kiyotaka Shimizu (23-15-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -430)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Masayoshi 'Macho The Butterfly' Kato vs. Kiyotaka Shimizu.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Cardo Urso, Matt Hume, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) An offer to touch gloves is completely ignored by Shimizu.

(Rd 1 - 14:47) Shimizu comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:47) Kato fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 14:47) Shimizu hits a left jab and then he hits Kato with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) Moving forward constantly, Shimizu is pressuring Kato.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) Kato hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:31) Shimizu connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 14:11) Shimizu attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:11) Kato misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:11) Shimizu lands a left jab but Kato evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 13:53) Shimizu comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 13:53) Kato hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 13:53) Shimizu connects with a nice jab and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 13:40) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:40) Shimizu dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 13:18) Shimizu attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:18) Kato misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 13:18) Shimizu lands a left hand and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:59) Shimizu comes forward, walking down Kato.

(Rd 1 - 12:59) Shimizu steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 1 - 12:59) Shimizu fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 12:39) Shimizu comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 12:39) Shimizu bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 12:39) Shimizu hits a couple of minor left hands, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:19) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:19) Shimizu counters a right hand with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:03) Shimizu comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 12:03) Shimizu bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 12:03) Shimizu lands two jabs, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 11:43) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 11:26) Shimizu comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 11:26) Kato hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:26) Shimizu connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 11:07) Shimizu comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 11:07) Kato lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 11:07) A jab hits home from Shimizu and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:41) Shimizu comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 10:41) Shimizu avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 10:41) Shimizu hits a left jab and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 10:20) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 10:20) Kato misses a right hook and gets countered with a pair of jabs that are followed by a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 09:54) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 09:31) Shimizu steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 09:31) Kato manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 09:31) A one-two from Shimizu fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 09:22) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 09:02) Shimizu is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 08:56) Shimizu comes forward, walking down Kato.

(Rd 1 - 08:56) Shimizu steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 08:56) Shimizu throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 08:38) Shimizu attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 08:38) Kato lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 08:38) Shimizu connects with two left hands and then he catches Kato with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 08:14) Shimizu comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 08:14) Kato hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 08:14) Shimizu hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 07:49) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 07:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:14) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 07:14) Shimizu lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 07:14) Kato uses a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 06:48) Shimizu stalks forward, pressuring Kato.

(Rd 1 - 06:48) Kato throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 06:48) Shimizu can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 06:32) Shimizu forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 06:32) Kato throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 06:32) Shimizu connects with a jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 06:12) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 06:12) Shimizu slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 05:47) Kato appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Shimizu took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 05:47) Shimizu lands a jab and then hits Kato with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 05:37) A few deep breaths betray that Shimizu is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 1 - 05:30) Shimizu initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 05:30) Kato throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 05:30) Shimizu connects with a jab but Kato avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 05:05) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 05:05) Shimizu misses with a big right hand, allowing Kato to counter with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Shimizu stalks forward, pressuring Kato.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Shimizu steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Shimizu lands a jab and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Shimizu initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Kato fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) A one-two from Shimizu fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Breathing very hard, Shimizu is looking ragged.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Shimizu fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Shimizu uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Shimizu glances at the clock.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Kato looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Shimizu simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Shimizu hits a left hand, but Kato avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Kato misses with a big right hand, allowing Shimizu to counter with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Shimizu comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Kato hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Shimizu lands a left hand and then he hits Kato with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Looking very tired, Shimizu clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Shimizu looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) The takedown is completed, Kato is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Shimizu throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Kato applies double underhooks and keeps Shimizu from launching any attacks.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Shimizu keeps tight to Kato, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given Shimizu the win.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Kiyotaka Shimizu wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

 

Official Result: Kiyotaka Shimizu defeats Masayoshi 'Macho The Butterfly' Kato (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Kiyotaka Shimizu thanks everyone connected to Yoshida Dojo for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, Kiyotaka Shimizu celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Yasuhiro Urushitani (21-8-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -870) vs. Jenel "The Demolition Man" Lausa (7-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Concepcion, Philippines, Underdog: +690)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Yasuhiro Urushitani battles Jenel 'The Demolition Man

' Lausa.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Yves Lavigne is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Cardo Urso, Matt Hume, and Marcos Rosales.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:47) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:47) Urushitani counters a right hand with a few quick jabs that are followed by a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 14:14) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:14) Urushitani dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left head kick that did damage.

(Rd 1 - 14:05) Lausa backs off until pressed against the cage and covers up, clearly rocked! Urushitani immediately advances, sensing that this is a chance to end the fight!

(Rd 1 - 14:05) Stepping in, Urushitani hits Lausa with a short knee to the chest, but it lacked power.

(Rd 1 - 13:58) Lausa manages to clear his head and circle away from the cage, back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 13:49) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:49) Lausa uses a left jab but misses with an attempted shot to the body.

(Rd 1 - 13:49) Urushitani hits a jab and also hits a spinning kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 13:25) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:25) Urushitani slips past a right hook and counters with a quick right jab and a big left hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 13:13) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:13) Urushitani hits a pair of jabs but has a left hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 13:13) Lausa uses a pair of left jabs but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 12:51) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 12:34) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:34) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit.

(Rd 1 - 12:34) Urushitani doesn't connect with a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 12:34) Urushitani deals with two punches without issue, his guard remains solid.

(Rd 1 - 12:17) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:17) Lausa misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Urushitani to attack with quick jabs that are followed by a big left hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 11:47) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 11:47) Lausa is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 11:47) Urushitani throws three quick punches and lands one of them and then scores with a vicious head kick!

(Rd 1 - 11:32) Lausa hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 11:32) Urushitani senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 11:32) Urushitani pounds away, Lausa is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!

(Rd 1 - 11:32) Referee Yves Lavigne jumps in and saves Lausa from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 11:15) Yasuhiro Urushitani takes the win by TKO!

 

 

 

Official Result: Yasuhiro Urushitani defeats Jenel 'The Demolition Man' Lausa (TKO (Strikes) in 3:45 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Yasuhiro Urushitani praises his team at Paraestra Tokyo, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Yasuhiro Urushitani says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. There's no doubt about it that he knows how to talk with the best of them, his natural charisma shined here.

 

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Joshua "The Passion" Pacio (19-3, 0-0 CTC, From: La Trinidad, Philippines, Favorite: -680) vs. "Codorninha" Yago Bryan Farias de Morais (3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +540)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Joshua 'The Passion' Pacio against 'Codorninha' Yago Bryan Farias de Morais.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Matt Hume, Marcos Rosales, and Glenn Trowbridge.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 14:49) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 14:20) Pacio forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 14:20) Yago Bryan lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 14:20) Pacio hits two left jabs and then he scores with a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:53) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 13:30) Pacio comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 13:30) Yago Bryan fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 13:30) Pacio throws a two-punch combo but Yago Bryan avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 13:06) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 12:43) Pacio steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 12:43) Yago Bryan throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 12:43) Pacio throws a one-two, but Yago Bryan was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 12:26) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 12:26) Pacio lands a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:26) Yago Bryan lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 12:06) Pacio stalks forward, pressuring Yago Bryan.

(Rd 1 - 12:06) Yago Bryan scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 12:06) Pacio throws a one-two, but Yago Bryan was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 11:51) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 11:51) Yago Bryan scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 11:51) Pacio throws a flurry of three punches that end with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 11:51) It looks like Pacio has been cut above the eye.

(Rd 1 - 11:25) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:25) Pacio misses a right hook and gets countered with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 11:06) Pacio comes forward, walking down Yago Bryan.

(Rd 1 - 11:06) Yago Bryan fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 11:06) Pacio fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 1 - 10:49) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 10:27) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 09:56) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 09:56) Yago Bryan uses a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 09:56) Pacio is off target with a pair of jabs but hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 09:29) Pacio comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 09:29) Yago Bryan lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 09:29) Yago Bryan gets suckered in by a feint and is left exposed.

(Rd 1 - 09:29) Pacio lands a jab and then he lands a nice right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 09:17) Yago Bryan almost falls over as he backs off...that last shot may have genuinely rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 09:17) Pacio pounces and smashes Yago Bryan with a big right hand! Down he goes!

(Rd 1 - 09:04) Pacio knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Yago Bryan, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 1 - 09:04) Pacio pounds away on Yago Bryan, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 1 - 08:51) Pacio tries to ensnare Yago Bryan in an arm triangle.

(Rd 1 - 08:51) Yago Bryan blocks it.

(Rd 1 - 08:22) Pacio blocks Yago Bryan as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 08:03) Pacio attempts an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 08:03) Yago Bryan blocks it.

(Rd 1 - 07:41) Yago Bryan tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 07:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 07:24) Pacio tries to grab a leg to prepare Yago Bryan for a kneebar.

(Rd 1 - 07:24) Yago Bryan doesn't allow the kneebar to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 06:46) Pacio blocks Yago Bryan as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 06:30) Pacio fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 06:10) Pacio throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 05:45) Yago Bryan tries to pull guard on Pacio but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 05:33) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 1 - 05:19) A jab hits home from Pacio and then he catches Yago Bryan with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 05:07) With Pacio bleeding, referee Mario Yamasaki pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 1 - 05:07) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue.

(Rd 1 - 05:07) The fight will be restarted in the center!

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Pacio steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Yago Bryan hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Pacio lands a left hand and then he lands a vicious right cross!

(Rd 1 - 04:53) It's a knock out! Yago Bryan is down and out!

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Joshua 'The Passion' Pacio takes the win by knock out!

 

 

 

Official Result: Joshua 'The Passion' Pacio defeats 'Codorninha' Yago Bryan Farias de Morais (Knock Out (Punch) in 10:24 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Joshua Pacio gives a name-check to everyone at Korean Zombie MMA, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Joshua Pacio celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. While he's not a great talker, Joshua Pacio has the looks to get a reaction all the same.

 

 

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Jussier "Formiga" da Silva (23-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Natal, Rio Grande de Norte, Brazil, Favorite: -1200) vs. Kentaro Watanabe (11-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +950)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The co-main event is up next. Jussier 'Formiga' da Silva takes on Kentaro Watanabe in the CTC Strawweight division.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Marcos Rosales, Glenn Trowbridge, and Adelaide Byrd.

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 14:55) Watanabe misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Formiga to attack with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:38) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 14:38) Formiga misses a jab but just about lands a head kick.

(Rd 1 - 14:38) Watanabe lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 14:17) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 13:54) Formiga comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 13:54) Watanabe fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 13:54) Formiga can't connect with a jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 13:39) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 13:39) Formiga slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 13:24) Formiga attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 13:24) Watanabe fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 13:24) Formiga fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 1 - 13:06) Formiga stalks forward, pressuring Watanabe.

(Rd 1 - 13:06) Watanabe misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 13:06) Formiga connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 12:42) Formiga comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 12:42) Watanabe hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 12:42) A jab is wide from Formiga, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 12:35) Watanabe acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight.

(Rd 1 - 12:30) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 12:00) Formiga steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 12:00) Watanabe manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 12:00) A flurry of three punches from Formiga see one of them land but a big right to the body fails to find the target.

(Rd 1 - 11:32) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 11:32) Watanabe misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 11:32) Formiga finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 11:06) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 11:06) Watanabe doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 11:06) Formiga hits a jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 10:38) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 10:38) Formiga slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 10:20) Formiga comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 10:20) Watanabe throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 10:20) A one-two from Formiga fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 10:02) Formiga forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 10:02) Watanabe misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 10:02) Formiga lands a jab and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Watanabe.

(Rd 1 - 09:46) Formiga moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Watanabe into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 09:46) Formiga confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 09:46) Formiga hits a left hand but Watanabe then dodges the spin kick that follows.

(Rd 1 - 09:21) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 08:51) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 08:21) Formiga moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Watanabe into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 08:21) Watanabe misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 08:21) Formiga can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Watanabe.

(Rd 1 - 08:05) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 07:35) Formiga attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 07:35) Watanabe fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 07:35) Formiga fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 1 - 07:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 07:25) Formiga attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 07:25) Watanabe misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 07:25) Formiga fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 07:08) Formiga comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 07:08) Formiga bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 07:08) Formiga lands a left jab but Watanabe evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 06:52) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 06:52) Watanabe scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 06:52) Formiga hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 06:37) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 06:07) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 05:43) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 05:23) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 05:23) Formiga feints one way, throwing Watanabe off balance, then steps to the other side.

(Rd 1 - 05:23) Watanabe misses with a big right hand, allowing Formiga to counter with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 05:13) Watanabe immediately covers up and tries to retreat, I think that he is dazed!

(Rd 1 - 05:13) Formiga is aiming to get Watanabe into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 05:13) He has it hooked, Watanabe was too dazed to muster any sort of serious defensive action.

(Rd 1 - 05:02) Using the clinch, Formiga hits a knee to the ribs, but couldn't generate a lot of power behind it.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Formiga keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Formiga blasts Watanabe with a big knee to the face! Watanabe falls to the ground, out cold!

(Rd 1 - 03:56) The winner, by knock out, is Jussier 'Formiga' da Silva!

 

 

 

Official Result: Jussier 'Formiga' da Silva defeats Kentaro Watanabe (Knock Out (Knee) in 11:04 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jussier da Silva gives a name-check to everyone at American Top Team, his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Jussier da Silva says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

Ryohei "Ken Asuka" Kurosawa (12-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Matsudo, Japan, Underdog: +920) vs. Joseph "The Beefcake" Benavidez (28-8, 0-0 CTC, From: San Luis Obispo, California, Favorite: -1160)

 

 

 

The Fight

 

(Rd 1 - 30:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Ryohei 'Ken Asuka' Kurosawa squares off with Joseph 'The Beefcake' Benavidez in the CTC Strawweight division.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) Our referee is Mario Yamasaki.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) Our cageside judges are: Matt Hume, Marcos Rosales, and Glenn Trowbridge.

(Rd 1 - 30:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 30:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 29:50) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 29:24) Benavidez moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Kurosawa into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 29:24) Benavidez avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 29:24) Benavidez lands a right jab but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 29:02) Benavidez comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 29:02) Kurosawa hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 29:02) A one-two from Benavidez fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 28:45) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 28:21) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 27:54) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 27:54) Benavidez dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 27:35) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 27:35) Kurosawa misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a spinning kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 27:01) Benavidez steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 27:01) Kurosawa throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 27:01) Benavidez misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 26:38) Benavidez steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 26:38) Kurosawa fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 26:38) A jab is wide from Benavidez, but then he catches Kurosawa with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 26:23) Benavidez moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 26:23) A tentative jab from Kurosawa lands.

(Rd 1 - 26:23) A jab hits home from Benavidez and then he lands a big left hand.

(Rd 1 - 26:12) Benavidez comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 26:12) Kurosawa hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 26:12) Benavidez hits a right jab and then he hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 25:52) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 25:52) Kurosawa misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 25:33) Benavidez closes in on Kurosawa, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 25:33) Benavidez hits a right jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Kurosawa.

(Rd 1 - 25:08) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 25:08) Benavidez lands four quick punches.

(Rd 1 - 25:08) Kurosawa is off target with a left jab but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 24:31) Benavidez comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 24:31) Kurosawa hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 24:31) Benavidez throws some strikes and a left head kick, but Kurosawa avoids them all.

(Rd 1 - 24:09) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 24:09) Kurosawa misses a right hook and gets countered with a clean left hand.

(Rd 1 - 23:49) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 23:49) Benavidez misses a jab but lands a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 23:49) Kurosawa misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 23:32) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 23:06) Benavidez comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 23:06) Kurosawa hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 23:06) Benavidez uses a right jab but Kurosawa evades a big left punch.

(Rd 1 - 22:43) Benavidez comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 22:43) Kurosawa hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 22:43) Benavidez uses a right jab but Kurosawa avoids a big left.

(Rd 1 - 22:20) Benavidez comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 22:20) Kurosawa hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 22:20) Benavidez fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Kurosawa with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 21:59) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 21:23) Benavidez comes forward, walking down Kurosawa.

(Rd 1 - 21:23) Kurosawa hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 21:23) Benavidez lands two of three quick punches but the following leg kick misses.

(Rd 1 - 21:08) Shoulders hunched, Kurosawa studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 21:00) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 21:00) Kurosawa hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 21:00) Benavidez doesn't connect with a right jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 20:39) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 20:14) Benavidez comes forward, walking down Kurosawa.

(Rd 1 - 20:14) Kurosawa lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 20:14) Benavidez lands a right jab but Kurosawa dodges the leg kick that follows.

(Rd 1 - 20:00) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 19:29) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 19:29) Kurosawa misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right jab and a low kick that narrowly misses.

(Rd 1 - 19:11) Benavidez initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 19:11) Kurosawa manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 19:11) Benavidez can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he catches Kurosawa with a stunning left hook!

(Rd 1 - 19:11) Kurosawa hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 19:03) Benavidez quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Kurosawa!

(Rd 1 - 19:03) Benavidez starts unloading with massive lefts and Kurosawa is getting pasted!

(Rd 1 - 19:03) Referee Mario Yamasaki jumps in quickly as Kurosawa has gone out!

(Rd 1 - 18:50) The winner, by knock out; Joseph Benavidez!

 

 

 

Official Result: Joseph 'The Beefcake' Benavidez defeats Ryohei 'Ken Asuka' Kurosawa (Knock Out (Punch) in 11:10 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Joseph Benavidez thanks everyone connected to Team Alpha MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, Joseph Benavidez celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. There's no doubt about it that he knows how to talk with the best of them, his natural charisma shined here.

 

 

 

 

Attendance: 1,186

Gate Reciepts: $156,552

Sponsorship: $52,967

Ad Revenue: $702,358

Merchandise: $6,554

 

Fighter Pay: $163,300 (Highest Paid: Joseph Benavidez, $47,430)

Drug Testing: $12,000

Production: $42,241

 

Profit: $700,890

 

Critical Rating: 82%

Commercial Rating: 50%

 

Fight of the Night: Bokang Masunyane vs. Adrian Mattheis

KO of the Night: Jussier da Silva (vs. Kentaro Watanabe)

Submission of the Night: Tatsuya So (vs. Azam Gaforov)

Performance Bonus: Bokang Masunyane vs. Adrian Mattheis

Performance Bonus: Yoshihiro Matsunaga

 

 

 

TOURNAMENT DRAW

 

 

 

 

News

 

- The drug test results have come back from Canadian Tournament Combat 11, and all the fighters passed cleanly.

 

- The UFC have decided to close their Womens Featherweight Division due to a lack of available fighters. Most of the fighters will be folded into the Bantamweight Division, but Felicia Spencer has been released.

 

- The CTC announce the signing of Felicia Spencer, recently released by the UFC following the closing of their Womens Featherweight Division. She will be held in reserve for now in case someone in the Womens Featherweight Grand Prix fails a drug test or gets injured.

 

- Fight Exclusive Night have closed their Womens Flyweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

 

- PLMMA have closed their Womens Flyweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

 

- Invicta FC have closed their Strawweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

 

 

 

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Jungle Fight 99 (Friday, Week 4, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Julio Cesar de Almeida Won The Vacant Jungle Fight Lightweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Felicisima Dantes vs. Deolinda Camejo

KO of the Night: Wagner Silva (vs. Robert Fonseca)

Submission of the Night: Feicisima Dantes (vs. Deolinda Camejo)

 

 

 

Bellator 255: Archuleta vs. Johns (Friday, Week 4, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Brett Johns Won The Bellator Bantamweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Quinton Jackson vs. Matt Mitrione

KO of the Night: Regivaldo Carvalho (vs. Giorgio Belsanti)

Submission of the Night: Quinton Jackson (vs. Matt Mitrione)

 

 

 

ONE Untamed (Friday, Week 4, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Tom DeBlass Won The Vacant ONE Light Heavyweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Yushin Okami vs. Makeshate Sailike

KO of the Night: Yushin Okami (vs. Makeshate Sailike)

Submission of the Night: Reece McLaren (vs. Susovan Ghosh)

 

 

 

CWFC The Fight Show 2: Narimani vs. Crawford (Friday, Week 4, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Nad Narimani Won The Vacant CWFC Featherweight Title

Title Result: Sean Carter Won The Vacant CWFC Lightweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Decky Dalton vs. Alan Philpott

KO of the Night: Rick Selvarajah (vs. Jack Grant)

Submission of the Night: Sean Carter (vs. Wesley Murch)

Performance Bonus: Decky Dalton vs. Alan Philpott

 

 

 

SC 21: Dark Storm (Friday, Week 4, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Bruno "BC" Carvalho Won The Vacant SC Middleweight Title

Title Result: Jason Ponet Won The Vacant SC Lightweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Bruno "BC" Carvalho vs. Piotr Wawrzyniak

KO of the Night: Krisztian Simon (vs. Mihail Nika)

Submission of the Night: Kacper Karski (vs. Arkadiusz Maziakowski)

Performance Bonus: Krisztian Simon vs. Mihail Nika

 

 

 

Taura MMA 13 (Saturday, Week 4, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Herbeth Sousa Won The Vacant Taura Bantamweight Title

Title Result: Karine Silva Won The Vacant Taura Womens Strawweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Karine Silva vs. Valeria Mejia

KO of the Night: Herbeth Sousa (vs. Luis Rafael Laurentino)

Submission of the Night: Cassio Barbosa de Oliveira (vs. Fagner Rakchal)

 

 

 

UFC Fight Night: Nunes vs. Holm II (Saturday, Week 4, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Amanda Nunes Made Her Seventh Successful Defence Of The UFC Womens Bantamweight Title

Title Results: Alex Perez Won The UFC Flyweight Title

Other Result: The UFC has Risen to Mid Level International on the Sherdog Scale

 

Fight of the Night: Amanda Nunes vs. Holly Holm

KO of the Night: Orion Cosce (vs. Gabriel Green)

Submission of the Night: Alex Perez (vs. Deiveson Figueiredo)

Performance Bonus: Amanda Nunes vs. Holly Holm

Performance Bonus: Alex Perez vs. Deiveson Figueiredo

 

 

 

Rizin 26 (Saturday, Week 4, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Carlos Toyota Won The Vacant Rizin Heavyweight Title

Title Result: Reina Cordoba Won The Vacant Rizin Womens Flyweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Michinori Tanaka vs. Masanori Kanehara

KO of the Night: Tatsuya Kawagiri (vs. Roberto de Souza)

Submission of the Night: Michinori Tanaka (vs. Masanori Kanehara)

 

 

 

Invicta 44: Montenegro vs. Jacobson (Saturday, Week 4, February 2021)

 

 

 

Title Result: Amy Cadwell Montenegro Won The Vacant Invicta Strawweight Title

Title Result: Brittney Elkin Won The Invicta Featherweight Title

 

Fight of the Night: Brittney Elkin vs Pam Sorenson

KO of the Night: Brittney Elkin (vs. Pam Sorenson)

Submission of the Night: Amy Cadwell Montenegro (vs. Sharon Jacobson)

 

 

 

Predictions

 

None

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News - February 2021

 

 

 

CTC Talent Acquisitions

 

 

 

Lightweight

 

Mansour Barnoui

 

 

 

Womens Featherweight

 

Felicia Spencer

 

 

 

CTC Popularity

 

Canada 36.0% (Mid Level National) (#2 Company Rankings)

USA 94.2% (High Level Regional)

South America 55.4% (Mid Level Regional)

Mexico 52.6% (Mid Level Regional)

Japan 32.7% (Low Level Regional)

UK 31.7% (Low Level Regional)

Europe 19.8% (Low Level Regional)

Russia 19.8% (Low Level Regional)

Australia 19.7% (Low Level Regional)

Central America 19.7% (Low Level Regional)

Asia 19.7% (Low Level Regional)

Africa 19.6% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

 

Company Rankings

 

#1. Ultimate Fighting Championship (39.1%, Mid Level International, USA)

#2. Canadian Tournament Combat (36.0%, Mid Level National, Canada)

#3. Bellator MMA (21.3%, Low Level National, USA)

#4. Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki (94.0%, High Level Regional, Europe)

#5. ONE Championship (86.1%, High Level Regional, Asia)

#6. Brave Combat Federation (85.2%, High Level Regional, Asia)

#7. Absolute Championship Akhmat (78.4%, High Level Regional, Russia)

#8. Rizin Fighting Federation (72.6%, High Level Regional, Japan)

#9. DEEP (72.0%, High Level Regional, Japan)

#10. Cage Warriors (60.2%, Mid Level Regional, UK)

#11. Professional Fighters League (60.0%, Mid Level Regional, USA)

#12. M-1 Global (50.5%, Mid Level Regional, Russia)

#13. Titan Fighting Championship (46.8%, Mid Level Regional, USA)

#14. Fight Exclusive Night (46.5%, Mid Level Regional, Europe)

#15. Taura MMA (43.2%, Mid Level Regional, South America)

#16. Invicta Fighting Championship (42.6%, Mid Level Regional, USA)

#17. OKTAGON MMA (41.8%, Mid Level Regional, Russia)

#18. Russian Cagefighting Championship (40.6%, Mid Level Regional, Russia)

#19. Legacy Fighting Alliance (38.6%, Mid Level Regional, USA)

#20. Superior Challenge (36.0%, Mid Level Regional, Europe)

#21. Extreme Fighting Championship Worldwide (35.3%, Mid Level Regional, Africa)

#22. Fight Nights Global (34.8%, Mid Level Regional, Russia)

#23. Jungle Fight (32.8%, Low Level Regional, South America)

#24. Pancrase (31.8%, Low Level Regional, Japan)

#25. Road Fighting Championship (28.4%, Low Level Regional, Asia)

#26. Australian Fighting Championship (25.6%, Low Level Regional, Australia)

#27. TKO Major League MMA (25.4%, Low Level Regional, Canada)

#28. DEEP-JEWELS (25.0%, Low Level Regional, Japan)

#29. Shooto (21.3%, Low Level Regional, Japan)

#30. King of the Cage (18.3%, Low Level Regional, USA)

#31. ARES Fighting Championship (15.7%, Low Level Regional, Europe)

#32. Profesjonalna Liga MMA (7.9%, Low Level Regional, Europe)

#33. CES MMA (7.7%, Low Level Regional, USA)

 

 

 

CTC Internationally Ranked Fighters

 

 

 

Womens P4P #1: Amanda Nunes (UFC)

 

 

 

Womens Atomweight (#1 Alesha Zappitella, Invicta)

 

Grace Cleveland (#2)

Mina Kurobe (#4)

Ayaka Hamasaki (#5)

Kanna Asakura (#6)

Herica Tiburcio (#7)

Ashley Cummins (#8)

Naho Sugiyama (#9)

Tessa Simpson (#10)

Kyra Batara (#13)

Amber Brown (#14)

Satomi Takano (#15)

Catherine Costigan (#17)

Megumi Morioka (#18)

Alyssa Garcia (#19)

Tomo Maesawa (#22)

Saori Ishioka (#24)

Janaisa Morandin (#25)

 

 

 

Womens Strawweight (#1 Weili Zhang, UFC)

 

Rose Namajunas (#2, #8 P4P)

Randa Markos (#15)

 

 

 

Womens Flyweight (#1 Valentina Shevchenko, UFC)

 

Joanne Calderwood (#17)

Valerie Letourneau (#18)

Gillian Robertson (#19)

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight (#1 Amanda Nunes, UFC)

 

Aspen Ladd (#2, #15 P4P)

Raquel Pennington (#5, #16 P4P)

Bethe Correia (#16)

Sarah Moras (#17)

Sarah Kaufman (#19)

 

 

 

Womens Featherweight (#1 Amanda Nunes, UFC)

 

Cristiane Justino (#2, #2 P4P)

Kaitlin Young (#4, #11 P4P)

Raquel Pennington (#6, #16 P4P)

Julia Budd (#7, #18 P4P)

Arlene Blencowe (#8, #21 P4P)

Janay Harding (#9, #23 P4P)

Talita Noegueira (#10, #25 P4P)

Megan Anderson (#11)

Leah Letson (#12)

Olga Rubin (#14)

Sinead Kavanagh (#16)

Jessica Miele (#18)

Ediane Gomes (#19)

Amanda Bell (#20)

Leah McCourt (#21)

Latoya Walker (#22)

Alexis Dufresne (#23)

Amber Leibrock (#24)

Gabrielle Holloway (#25)

 

 

 

Mens P4P #1: Derrick Lewis (UFC)

 

 

 

Strawweight (#1 Joseph Benavidez, CTC)

 

Joseph Benavidez (#1)

Jussier da Silva (#2)

Joshua Pacio (#3)

Yosuke Saruta (#4)

Yasuhiro Urushitani (#5)

Daichi Kitakata (#6)

Mikihito Yamagami (#8)

Haruo Ochi (#9)

Kiyotaka Shimizu (#10)

Tatsuya So (#11)

Ryohei Kurosawa (#12)

Fumihiro Kitahara (#13)

Junji Ito (#14)

Seiji Ozuka (#16)

Yoshitaka Naito (#17)

Masaaki Sugawara (#18)

Masayoshi Kato (#19)

Roldan Sangcha'an (#20)

Yoshihiro Matsunaga (#21)

Bokang Masunyane (#22)

Yago Bryan Farias de Morais (#23)

Takuya Eizumi (#24)

Kosuke Suzuki (#25)

 

 

 

Flyweight (#1 Alex Perez, UFC)

 

Joseph Benavidez (#3)

Kyoji Horiguchi (#5)

Jussier da Silva (#9)

Raulian Paiva (#13)

Ben Nguyen (#16)

Tagir Ulanbekov (#18)

Kai Kara-France (#21)

Joseph Morales (#22)

Malcolm Gordon (#25)

 

 

 

Bantamweight (#1 Petr Yan, UFC)

 

Cory Sandhagen (#4)

Kyoji Horiguchi (#9)

 

 

 

Featherweight (#1 Zabit Magomedsharipov, UFC)

 

Brian Ortega (#4, #21 P4P)

A.J. McKee (#21)

 

 

 

Lightweight (#1 Justin Gaethje, UFC)

 

Mairbek Taisumov (#22)

Olivier Aubin-Mercier (#25)

 

 

 

Welterweight (#1 Kamaru Usman, UFC)

 

Rory MacDonald (#5)

Ismail Naurdiev (#24)

 

 

 

Middleweight (#1 Israel Adesanya, UFC)

 

Darren Till (#7)

Anatoly Tokov (#23)

Rafael Carvalho (#25)

 

 

 

Light Heavyweight (#1 Jan Blachowiz, UFC)

 

Corey Anderson (#2, #18 P4P)

Dominick Reyes (#3, #23 P4P)

 

 

 

Heavyweight (#1 Francis Ngannou, UFC)

 

Alexander Volkov (#6)

Tanner Boser (#24)

 

 

 

MMA In March 2021

 

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat

 

Canadian Tournament Combat will host 4 fight card in March as the Grand Prix First Rounds wrap up, and the Championship Second Rounds, and #1 Contender First Round fights begin.

 

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 13 will take place on Friday, Week 1, March in British Columbia, and will feature First Round fights in the Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix. The card will be headlined by a First Round battle between Martyna Czech, and Ronda Rousey. Also on the card a First Round fight between Barbara Nalepka and Miesha Tate.

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 14 will take place on Friday, Week 2, March in Ontario, and will feature First Round Fights in the Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix. The card will be headlined by a First Round battle between Denis Goltsov, and Cain Velasquez. Also on the card a First Round fight between Alexander Volkov and Mike Hackert.

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 15 will take place on Friday, Week 3, March in Quebec, and will feature Second Round Fights in the Welterweight Championship Grand Prix, and First Round Fights in the Welterweight #1 Contender Grand Prix. The card will be headlined by a Championship Second Round Fight between Jonathan Meunier, and Georges St. Pierre. Also on the card a Championship Second Round fight between Rory MacDonald and Michael Hill.

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 16 will take place on Friday, Week 4, March in The Maritimes, and will feature Second Round Fights in the Womens Flyweight Championship Grand Prix, and First Round Fights in the Womens Flyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix. The card will be headlined by a Championship Second Round Fight between Bryony Tyrell, and Paige VanZant. Also on the card a Championship Second Round fight between Valerie Letourneau, and Brogan Walker-Sanchez.

 

 

 

Ultimate Fighting Championship

 

The UFC will host 2 fight cards in the month of March.

 

 

 

UFC on ESPN: Adesanya vs. Romero II will take place on Saturday, Week 2 of March. The card will be headlined by a UFC Middleweight Title Fight between champion Israel Adesanya, and challenger Yoel Romero. Also on the card a Welterweight showdown between Nate Diaz and Carlos Condit.

 

UFC on ESPN: Blachowicz vs. Prochazka will take place on Saturday, Week 4 of March. The card will be headlined by a UFC Light Heavyweight Title Fight between champion Jan Blachowicz, and challenger Jiri Prochazka. Also on the card a Lightweight fight between Anthony Pettis and Joe Lauzon.

 

 

 

Bellator MMA

 

Bellator will host 1 fight card in the month of March.

 

 

 

Bellator 256: Bader vs. Johnson will take place on Friday, Week 2, March. The card will be headlined by a Bellator Heavyweight Title fight between champion Ryan Bader, and challenger Tim Johnson. Also on the card a Heavyweight clash between Fedor Emelianenko, and Cheick Kongo.

 

 

 

Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki

 

KSW will host 1 card in the month of March.

 

 

 

KSW 57: Hammer will take place on Saturday, Week 2, March. The card will be headlined by a KSW Heavyweight Title Fight between champion Philip De Fries, and challenger Karol Bedorf. Also on the card a fight between Sylwia Juskiewicz and Karolina Wojcik for the vacant KSW Womens Strawweight Title.

 

 

 

ONE Championship

 

ONE will host 1 fight card in March.

 

 

 

ONE Last Stand will take place on Friday, Week 3, March. The card will be headlined by a ONE Womens Atomweight Title fight between champion Nong Stamp, and challenger Gina Iniong. Also on the card a Welterweight fight between Yoshihiro Akiyama and Collin Hart.

 

 

 

Brave Combat Federation

 

Brave will host no fight cards in March.

 

 

 

Absolute Championship Akhmat

 

The ACA will host will host 2 cards in March.

 

 

 

ACA 117: Oliveira vs. Lopes will take place on Saturday, Week 1 March. The card will be headlined by an ACA Bantamweight Title fight between champion Daniel Oliveira, and challenger Dileno Lopes. Also on the card a Heavyweight fight between Ruslan Magomedov and Daniel Omielanczuk.

 

ACA 118: Yagshimuradov vs. Nunes will take place on Saturday, Week 3, March. The card will be headlined by an ACA Light Heavyweight Title fight between champion Doveletdzhan Yagshimuradov, and challenger Max Nunes. Also on the card a Lightweight fight between Rashid Magomedov, and Alexander Sarnavskiy.

 

 

 

Rizin Fighting Federation

 

Rizin will host no cards in March,

 

 

 

DEEP

 

DEEP will host 1 fight card in March.

 

 

 

DEEP Kamikaze will take place on Sunday, Week 2, March. The card will be headlined by a fight between Washichi Miyamae and Ryutaro Kameyama for the vacant DEEP Light Heavyweight Title. Also on the card a fight between Gen Chew and Xiaobo Ming for the vacant DEEP Strawweight Title.

 

 

 

Cage Warriors

 

CWFC will host no cards in March.

 

 

 

Professional Fighters League

 

The PFL will host 2 fight cards in March.

 

 

 

PFL: Knight vs Reyno will take place on Friday, Week 1, March. The card will be headlined by a fight between Jason Knight and Gaston Reyno for the vacant PFL Featherweight Title. Also on the card a Lightweight fight between Gray Maynard and Tim Welch.

 

PFL: Burrell vs. Burkman will take place on Friday, Week 4, March. The card will be headlined by a PFL Welterweight Title fight between champion Nah-Shon Burrell, and challenger Josh Burkman. Also on the card a Lightweight fight between Abel Trujillo, and Darrell Horcher.

 

 

 

M-1 Global

 

M-1 will host no fight card in March.

 

 

 

Titan Fighting Championship

 

Titan FC will host 1 fight card in March.

 

 

 

Titan FC 65: Brimage vs. Cooley will take place on Friday, Week 2, March. The card will be headlined by a fight between Marcus Brimage and Darin Cooley for the vacant Titian FC Bantamweight Title. Also on the card a Titan FC Lightweight Title fight between champion Yoislandy Izquierdo, and challenger Chris Tickle.

 

 

 

Fight Exclusive Night

 

FEN will host no cards in March.

 

 

 

Taura MMA

 

Taura will host no cards in March.

 

 

 

Invicta Fighting Championship

 

Invicta will host no cards in March.

 

 

 

OKTAGON MMA

 

OKTAGON will host no cards in March.

 

 

 

Russian Cagefighting Championship

 

The RCC will host 1 card in March.

 

 

 

RCC 8 will take place on Sunday, Week 1 March. The card will be headlined a fight between Aigun Akmedov and Salim Touahri for the vacant RCC Welterweight Title. Also on the card a Lightweight fight between Islam Mamedov and Akhmed Aliev.

 

 

 

Legacy Fighting Alliance

 

The LFA will host 3 card in March

 

 

 

LFA 102: Munsey vs. Murphy will take place on Saturday, Week 1, March. The card will be headlined by a Bantamweight fight between Matt Munsey and Joe Murphy. Also on the card a Middleweight battle between Joe Gigliotti and Kailin Hill.

 

LFA 103: Mir vs. Lewis will take place on Saturday, Week 3, March. The card will be headlined by a Heavyweight fight between Frank Mir and Vernon Lewis. Also on the card a Featherweight battle between Rad Martinez and Noah Zamora.

 

LFA 104: Saunders vs. Luque II will take place on Saturday, Week 4, March. The card will headlined by a Lightweight fight between Chris Saunders and Sonny Luque. Also on the card a Heavyweight fight between Patrick Walsh and Richard Odoms.

 

 

 

Superior Challenge

 

The SC will host no cards in March.

 

 

 

Extreme Fighting Championship Worldwide

 

The EFC will host no cards in March.

 

 

 

Fight Nights Global

 

The FNG will host no cards in March.

 

 

 

Jungle Fight Championship

 

Jungle Fight will host no cards in March.

 

 

 

Pancrase

 

Pancrase will host no cards in March.

 

 

 

Road Fighting Championship

 

Road will host 1 card in March.

 

 

 

Road FC Triumph will take place on Saturday, Week 2, March. The card will be headlined by a fight between Mansour Barnoui, and Shamil Zavurov for the vacant Road FC Lightweight Title. Also on the card a Bantamweight battle be Jumabieke Tuerxun and Haobin Ma.

 

 

 

Australian Fighting Championship

 

The AFC will host no cards in March.

 

 

 

TKO Major League MMA

 

TKO will host 1 card in March.

 

 

 

TKO 51: Tiger's Den will take place on Friday, Week 2, March. The card will be headlined by a battle between Severo Toups and Durrant Murch for the vacant TKO Featherweight Title. Also on the card a Middleweight fight between Bay Breault and Darroll Bordelon.

 

 

 

DEEP-JEWELS

 

Jewels will host 1 card in March.

 

 

 

JEWELS 29 will take place on Saturday, Week 4, March. The card will be headlined by a Bantamweight fight between Saya Hiraki and Jo Yajima. Also on the card a Bantamweight battle between Fumiko Miki and Hatsue Nagayama.

 

 

 

Shooto

 

Shooto will host 1 card in March.

 

 

 

Shooto Supreme will take place on Saturday, Week 3, March. The card will be headlined by a fight between Caol Uno and Shoichi Tomita for the vacant Shooto Lightweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Kenichiro Togashi and Yukinari Tamura for the vacant Shooto Welterweight Title.

 

 

 

King of the Cage

 

KOTC will host 2 cards in March

 

 

 

KOTC Dust to Dust will take place on Friday, Week 1, March. The card will be headlined by a Junior Flyweight Fight between Will Campuzano and Matt Manzanares. Also on the card a Junior Flyweight fight between Willie Gates and Kana Hyatt.

 

KOTC Heart of Darkness will take place on Friday, Week 4, March. The card will be headlined by a battle between Mika Faavale and Tony Lopez for the vacant KOTC Heavyweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Justin Baesman and Roger Zapata for the vacant KOTC Welterweight Title.

 

 

 

ARES Fighting Championship

 

ARES FC will host 1 card in March.

 

 

 

ARES FC 3 will take place on Friday, Week 2, March. The card will be headlined by a clash between Ewelina Wozniak and Aleksandra Toncheva for the vacant ARES FC Womens Strawweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Toni Valtonen and Adam Tomasik for the vacant ARES FC Light Heavyweight Title.

 

 

 

Profesjonalna Liga MMA

 

PLMMA will host no cards in March.

 

 

 

CES MMA

 

CES MMA will host 1 card in March.

 

 

 

CES MMA 61 will take place Saturday, Week 1, March. The card will be headlined by a battle between Nick Pace and Randy Costa for the vacant CES MMA Bantamweight Title. Also on the card a Middleweight fight between John Howard and George Sullivan.

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Friday, Week 1, March 2021

 

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Martyna Czech (3-0-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #14, Underdog: +270) vs. "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey (12-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -340)

 

Martyna Czech is a high level jiu jitsu player, who has strong wrestling and takedowns to get the fight to the ground, where she can work a strong positional jiu-jitsu game, with solid top control, two of her fights have ended with strikes on the ground. She has not fought since 2016, but is on a two fight winning streak, and coming off a 59 second TKO victory over Laura Ciulkeviciute in her last fight. Ronda Rousey is an Olympic medalist in Judo, and loves to throw opponents to the ground and submit with armbars. Learning she could lose threw her for a loop, and she had a run in professional wrestling with WWE, but she's back now looking to reassert her dominance in MMA. She hasn't fought since 2016, and is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a 48 second TKO loss to Amanda Nunes in her last fight.

 

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Barbara "Shogun" Nalepka (4-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #20, Underdog: +420) vs. Miesha "Cupcake" Tate (18-7, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -530)

 

Barbara Nalepka is a mixed martial artist, who doesn't have much of a striking game, but once the fight goes to the ground, she has a decent positional game, and can use either ground and pound or submissions. After winning her first four career fights, she is now on a four fight losing streak, and coming off a third round TKO loss to Izabela Badurek in her last fight. Miesha Tate comes from a Wrestling background, and loves to wrestle, and play on the ground, where she can finish with either ground an pound or submissions. She hasn't fought since 2016, and is on a two fight losing streak, and coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Raquel Pennington in her last fight.

 

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Bethe "Pitbull" Correia (11-5-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Favorite: -990) vs. Joselyne "La Pantera" Edwards (9-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #5, Underdog: +790)

 

Bethe Correia has a powerful boxing game, with some kicking game as well, but her real strength is in the ground game, where she uses her top control, and positional ability to grind out decision victories, while she can use submissions, she has no submission victories on her record, preferring not to use them from top position. She has lost 3 of her last 4 fights, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Pannie Kianzad in her last fight. Joselyne Edwards is a boxing, with a crisp, powerful punching game, complemented by decent takedown and submission defence. She is coming off a 28 second knock out victory over Pamela Gonzalez in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Sarah "Cheesecake" Moras (6-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #3, Favorite: -1120) vs. Jessamyn "The Gun" Duke (3-5-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #13, Underdog: +890)

 

Sarah Moras is a Jiu-Jitsu player, with some decent technical boxing, but her real threat comes on the ground, where she is strong positionally, and can finish with strikes or submissions. She likes to jump guard, and work for submissions from the bottom. She has lost 4 of her last 5 fights, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Sijara Eubanks in her last fight. Jessamyn Duke is a mixed martial artist, with a fluid, technical striking game, and a submission game with good control from the bottom of guard. She has not fought since 2016, and after winning three of her first 4 fights, she is now on a five fight losing streak, and coming off a first round submission loss to Cindy Dandois in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Aspen Ladd (9-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -1200) vs. Julia "Chicago" Ottolino (1-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Underdog: +950)

 

Aspen Ladd is one of the bright young talents of the Bantamweight Division, and is dangerous from anywhere in the fight, with crisp, powerful striking, strong wrestling, and good ground game, both positionally and working submissions or strikes for finishes. Ladd won her first 8 fights before having a hiccup in a 16 second knock out loss to Germaine de Randamie, but bounced back in her last fight with a third round TKO victory over Yana Kunitskaya. Julia Ottolino is just getting started in her MMA career, and is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu player, who ground out a Unanimous Decision victory over Megan Cawley in her MMA debut.

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Marina Mokhnatkina (4-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #11, Favorite: -800) vs. Ediane "India" Gomes (11-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +630)

 

Marina Mokhnatkina is a four time World Champion in Russian Combat Sambo. She's a decent enough striker, but her gameplan is always to get the fight to the ground with her dominant wrestling, so she can work her absolutely devastating submission game. She won with quick submissions in her first four fights, but has been ground to a halt in two Decision losses, against Liana Jojua, and Janay Harding in her last two fights. Ediane Gomes is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighter, who hasn't got much of a striking game, but her strength is on the ground, where her submission game is top notch. Gomes hasn't fought since 2017, where she broke a two fight losing streak with a Split Decision victory over Pam Sorenson in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Sarah Kaufman (21-5-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Favorite: -1160) vs. "Grizzly" Claire Guthrie (1-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +920)

 

Sarah Kaufman is a kickboxer, who has crisp, and powerful punches and kicks, she has good takedown, and submission defence, and pops up every once in a while with a submission victory. She broke a four fight winning streak with her Unanimous Decision loss to Larissa Pacheco in her last fight. Claire Guthrie is a strong wrestler, who has little in the way of striking, but likes to get the fight to the ground, where she can grind out results from top control. While her one win came by submission, she does prefer to work ground an pound on the ground. She is coming off a Split Decision loss to Caitlin Sammons in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Sy "Lady Dragon" Jewett (2-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #10, Favorite: -810) vs. Maiju "Mountain Mama" Suotama (8-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #21, Underdog: +640)

 

Sy Jewett is a mixed martial artist, who has a creative boxing game, and a decent ground game, where she can work equally well with ground and pound or submissions. She hasn't fought since 2013, when she broke a two fight win streak with a first round submission loss to Charmaine Tweet. Maiju Suotama comes from a grappling background, and has a low level striking game, but once a fight goes to the ground, she has a decent submission game. She is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Shanna Young in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Milana Dudieva (12-7, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #7, Underdog: +540) vs. Raquel "Rocky" Canuto (6-7, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #9, Favorite: -680)

 

Milana Dudieva is an accomplished kick boxer, with excellent footwork, and a varied striking game, with crisp punches, and kicks at her disposal. She has excellent takedown defence, but little defence if someone gets by it, and the fight goes to the ground. She recently broke a four fight losing streak with a second round TKO victory over Christina Marks in her last fight. Raquel Canuto is a pretty slick boxer, with a creative, and powerful boxing game, and she can also work submissions if the fight goes to the ground. She is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Split Decision loss to Lisa Verzosa in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Faith "The Immortal" McMah (6-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #15, Favorite: -300) vs. Jamila Sandora (5-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #19, Underdog: +230)

 

Faith McMah is a mixed martial artist, though she has little striking ability she doesn have power in her hands that makes her dangerous on the feet. She can work for submissions, or grind out decisions on the ground. She is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a third round TKO loss to Kaitlin Young in her last fight. Jamila Sandora is an accomplished Muay Thai striker with a half decent kicking game, and little in the way of takedown or submission defence. She has won all five of her professional fights, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Claudia Leite in her last fight.

 

 

 

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Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Kelly Faszholz (4-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #8, Favorite: -750) vs. Brittney "Bombshell" Victoria (3-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #12, Underdog: +590)

 

Kelly Faszholz is a mixed martial artist, who lacks technical striking ability, but has heavy hands. Her real strength is on the ground where she can work ground and pound or submissions for victories. She hasn't fought since 2017 when she broke a two fight losing streak with a Unanimous Decision victory over Elizabeth Phillips. Brittney Victoria is a mixed martial artist, who has a bit of power in her high kicks, but her wins generally come on the ground, where she has victories by TKO, but is rumored to have a submission game. She won her first three fights but is coming off a second round TKO loss to Chelsea Chandler in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Chelsea Chandler (3-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #6, Favorite: -450) vs. Irina Degtyareva (3-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #16, Underdog: +350)

 

Chelsea Chandler has heavy hands, and a background in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that allows her to work a good positional game, while looking for submissions on the ground. She lost in her MMA debut, but is now on a three fight winning streak, and coming off a first round submission victory over Olivia Parker in her last fight. Irina Degtyareva Sambo fighter, who has good elbows from the Thai clinch, and a strong ground game that has led to 3 submission victories. She is coming off a first round submission victory over Valeria Karygina in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand PRix First Round Bout: Rizlen "The Lioness Of The Atlas" Zouak (3-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #23, Underdog: +170) vs. Megan "Chicago" Cawley (0-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -220)

 

Rizlen Zouak is a Judo practitioner, who uses throws to get the fight to the ground, and while all of her victories have come by TKO, she does have a solid submission game as well. She won her first three MMA fights, but is coming off a third round TKO loss to Amanda Lino in her last fight. Megan Cawley is a freestyle fighter, with massive power in her hands, and deadly elbows from the Thai clinch. However she prefers to use her takedowns to get the fight to the floor, where she can work either ground and pound or submissions. However she has no takedown, or submission defence. She has lost both of her fights, and is coming off a first round submission loss to Hope Chase in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Marissa "Shorty" Caldwell (3-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #17, Favorite: -230) vs. Erin Harpe (2-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #22, Underdog: +180)

 

Marissa Caldwell is a Jiu-Jitsu player, she has little in the way of striking, but has a decent submission game that has led to all three of her victories. She hasn't fought since 2016, when she broke a four fight losing streak with a first round submission victory over Gina Begley. Erin Harpe is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu player with a not great striking game, but if she can get the fight to the ground, she has good control, especially from the bottom of guard, and can work submissions or strikes. She has won both her pro fights and is coming off a Split Decision victory over Auttumn Norton in her last fight.

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Laura "Hot Head" Howarth (3-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #18, Favorite: -200) vs. Taneisha "Triple Threat" Tennant (5-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +150)

 

Laura Howarth is a kickboxer, with a varied striking game, and her ground game mostly revolves around getting back to her feet. Her striking is powerful, but has yet to yield any knock outs. She hasn't fought since 2016, and is coming off a Split Decision victory over Alexa Conners in her last fight. Taneisha Tennant is a highly trained Muay Thai striker, who has a strong kicking game, and decent work from the Thai clinch, she has defence on the ground, and against takedowns, but has no effective means of attacking on the ground. She won her first five MMA fights, but lost a Unanimous Decision to Danyelle Wolf on Dana White's Contender Series her last time out.

 

 

 

Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Bunmi "The Bone Bender" Ojewole (2-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #24, Underdog: +460) vs. Duda "Cowboyzinha" Santana (3-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -580)

 

Bunmi Ojewole has good technical boxing, and powerful leg kicks, but likes to get the fight to the ground, and work submissions. She is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Jacqualine Trosee Feddersen in her last fight. Duda Santana is a mixed martial artist, who has heavy hands, but likes to get the fight to the floor and grind out victories from smothering top control. She won her first three MMA fights, but is coming off a Second Round Submission loss to Bea Malecki in her UFC debut.

 

 

 

Weigh-In Results

 

Martyna Czech (135 lbs) vs. Ronda Rousey (135 lbs)

Barbara Nalepka (135 lbs) vs. Miesha Tate (135 lbs)

Bethe Correia (135 lbs) vs. Joselyne Edwards (135 lbs)

Sarah Moras (135 lbs) vs. Jessamyn Duke (135 lbs)

Aspen Ladd (135 lbs) vs. Julia Ottolino (135 lbs)

Marina Mokhnatkina (135 lbs) vs. Ediane Gomes (135 lbs)

Sarah Kaufman (135 lbs) vs. Claire Guthrie (135 lbs)

Sy Jewett (135 lbS) vs. Maiju Suotama (135 lbs)

Milana Dudieva (135 lbs) vs. Raquel Canuto (135 lbs)

Faith McMah (135 lbs) vs. Jamila Sadorra (135 lbs)

 

Kelly Faszholz (135 lbs) vs. Brittney Vittoria (135 lbs)

Chelsea Chandler (135 lbs) vs. Irina Degtyareva (135 lbs)

Rizlen Zouak (135 lbs) vs. Megan Cawley (135 lbs)

Marissa Caldwell (135 lbs) vs. Erin Harpe (135 lbs)

Laura Howarth (135 lbs) vs. Taneisha Tennant (135 lbs)

Bunmi Ojewole (135 lbs) vs. Duda Santana (135 lbs)

 

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 13 Full Fight Cards

 

WBW: Martyna Czech vs. Ronda Rousey

WBW: Barbara Nalepka vs. Miesha Tate

WBW: Bethe Correia vs. Joselyne Edwards

WBW: Sarah Moras vs. Jessamyn Duke

WBW: Aspen Ladd vs. Julia Ottolino

WBW: Marina Mokhnatkina vs. Ediane Gomes

WBW: Sarah Kaufman vs. Claire Guthrie

WBW: Sy Jewett vs. Maiju Suotama

WBW: Miana Dudieva vs. Raquel Canuto

WBW: Faith McMah vs. Jamila Sadora

 

WBW: Kelly Faszholz vs. Brittney Victoria

WBW: Chelsea Handler vs. Irina Degtyareva

WBW: Rizlen Zouak vs. Megan Cawley

WBW: Marissa Caldwell vs. Erin Harpe

WBW: Laura Howarth vs. Taneisha Tennant

WBW: Bunmi Ojewole vs. Duda Santana

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WBW: Martyna Czech vs. Ronda Rousey

WBW: Barbara Nalepka vs. Miesha Tate

WBW: Bethe Correia vs. Joselyne Edwards

WBW: Sarah Moras vs. Jessamyn Duke

WBW: Aspen Ladd vs. Julia Ottolino

WBW: Marina Mokhnatkina vs. Ediane Gomes

WBW: Sarah Kaufman vs. Claire Guthrie

WBW: Sy Jewett vs. Maiju Suotama

WBW: Miana Dudieva vs. Raquel Canuto

WBW: Faith McMah vs. Jamila Sadora

 

WBW: Kelly Faszholz vs. Brittney Victoria

WBW: Chelsea Handler vs. Irina Degtyareva

WBW: Rizlen Zouak vs. Megan Cawley

WBW: Marissa Caldwell vs. Erin Harpe

WBW: Laura Howarth vs. Taneisha Tennant

WBW: Bunmi Ojewole vs. Duda Santana

[CageRage]

<p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/0bfdf0fb-afa0-411e-bb59-07017544e6cc" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC13.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC13.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Friday, Week 1, March 2021</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong><strong>Live From Victoria, British Columbia</strong></strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="color:#FF0000;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">PRELIMINARY CARD</span></strong></span></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/607800e6-f3db-4139-8d42-518082693107" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Bunmi_Ojewole.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Bunmi_Ojewole.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/5bff86b7-6411-4245-9d2c-fd8fa7f3bab1" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Duda_Santana.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Duda_Santana.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Bunmi "The Bone Bender" Ojewole (2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Ibadan, Nigeria, Underdog: +460) vs. Duda "Cowboyzinha" Santana (3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -580)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our first fight of the night is Bunmi 'The Bone Bender' Ojewole against Duda 'Cowboyzinha' Santana.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Marc Goddard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Marcos Rosales, and Adelaide Byrd.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:48) Ojewole comes forward on the attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:48) Santana fires off a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:48) Ojewole moves in behind three quick punches, three of them finding a home, and then she catches Santana with a low kick to the front leg.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:25) Ojewole comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:25) Santana manages a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:25) Showing good hand speed, Ojewole lands five out of a flurry of five punches and then she scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:12) Ojewole rolls her shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:07) Ojewole comes forward on the attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:07) Santana hits a jab in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:07) Ojewole uses a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:50) Ojewole steps forward and a striking exchange begins.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:50) Santana hits a jab in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:50) Ojewole can't hit a set-up left jab, but then she hits Santana with a leg kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:35) Santana hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:35) A flurry of four punches from Ojewole see four of them land and then scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:16) Ojewole moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Santana into exchanging strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:16) Santana lands a left hand in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:16) Ojewole hits a left jab and then she lands a roundhouse kick to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:00) Ojewole forces an exchange of strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:00) Santana scores with two counter jabs.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:00) Ojewole throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Santana avoids them all.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:48) Santana shoots in for a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:48) The takedown is successful, Ojewole pulls guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:39) Santana lunges forward and slams her shoulder into Ojewole.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:29) Ojewole gets the double underhooks in and pulls Santana close, controlling her well.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:52) Santana keeps Ojewole guessing with a few quick strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:35) Santana gets pulled in tight, stopping her from posturing up or launching any attacks.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:03) Santana clings very tight to Ojewole while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:44) Ojewole grabs Santana and draws her in close, smothering her.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:12) Santana keeps tight to Ojewole, peppering her with short strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:57) Ojewole applies double underhooks and keeps Santana from launching any attacks.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:34) Santana uses a quick shoulder smash.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:27) Ojewole applies double underhooks and keeps Santana from launching any attacks.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:50) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:44) Ojewole steps forward and a striking exchange begins.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:44) Santana manages a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:44) Ojewole hits a left hand but her big right hand follow-up misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:36) For the first time, Ojewole is starting to breathe a little heavier.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:24) Ojewole moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Santana into exchanging strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:24) Santana hit a counter left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:24) Ojewole hits a left jab and then she scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:11) Ojewole comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:11) Santana hit a counter left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:11) A jab hits home from Ojewole and then she scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:52) Both fighters move in and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:52) Santana tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on her opponent's gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:52) Ojewole tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on her opponent's gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:37) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:28) We move into the second half of this round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:15) Both fighters come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:15) Ojewole misses a big right hand, putting her off balance and allowing Santana to attack with a left jab and a right cross that just misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:55) Ojewole moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Santana into exchanging strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:55) Santana hits two left hands on the counter.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:55) Ojewole throws a two-punch combo but Santana avoids both.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:42) Ojewole initiates an exchange of strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:42) Santana throws a counter jab but misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:42) Ojewole throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:31) Ojewole moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Santana into exchanging strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:31) Santana manages a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:31) Ojewole lands a jab and then she scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:25) Ojewole moves confidently around the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:11) Ojewole steps forward, looking to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:11) Santana fires off a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:11) Ojewole lands a jab and then she scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:51) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:28) Ojewole is starting to have to push herself now, and her corner respond by urging her on a little louder.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:17) They come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:17) Ojewole uses a left jab but misses with an attempted shot to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:17) Santana finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:02) Ojewole comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:02) Santana tries to hit a jab, but misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:02) Santana falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:02) Ojewole lands a left jab but Santana evades a big right punch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:51) Ojewole comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:51) Santana fires off a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:51) A jab hits home from Ojewole and then she scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:39) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:20) Both fighters move in and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:20) Ojewole misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:59) Ojewole comes forward, walking down Santana.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:59) Santana tries to hit a jab, but misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:59) Ojewole hits a left jab and then she hits Santana with a body kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:48) Ojewole is breathing very hard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:48) Ojewole, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:48) From the grapple, Santana tries to work in some close-range strikes, but Ojewole is alert and smothers them quickly.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:29) Using her wrestling skills, Santana is trying to push Ojewole up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:29) Santana can't move Ojewole at all though, and finds herself being out-wrestled.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:18) Ojewole tries to take Santana down.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:18) The takedown doesn't work, Santana blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:50) Santana is aiming to get Ojewole into a Muay Thai clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:50) Ojewole fights it off and manages to slip out of the grapple entirely.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:24) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:55) Ojewole steps forward, looking to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:55) Ojewole steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:55) A jab lands from Ojewole but Santana avoids a big right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:48) Ojewole, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:48) Santana is looking to muscle Ojewole back against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:48) Santana manages it and controls Ojewole up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:29) Santana tries to get Ojewole into a Muay Thai clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:29) Santana can't manage it, Ojewole blocked it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:16) Santana smothers Ojewole against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:03) Santana looks for a takedown by grabbing both her opponent's legs and trying to trip her to the mat.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:03) The takedown is successful and she gets side control too.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:44) Santana pounds away, but Ojewole calmly deals with them.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:24) Ojewole tries to move to guard, but Santana doesn't allow it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:10) Santana pounds away on Ojewole, landing a few clean shots but not many.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time expires on round one, and that is the end of the fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) Nelson Hamilton has Santana as the winner.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) Marcos Rosales has called it a victory for Ojewole.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) Adelaide Byrd has Ojewole as the winner.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The winner, by split decision, is Bunmi 'The Bone Bender' Ojewole!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Bunmi 'The Bone Bender' Ojewole defeats Duda 'Cowboyzinha' Santana (Split Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Bunmi Ojewole thanks her sponsors and all of her fans. Bunmi Ojewole says that she knows that beating Duda Santana is a big upset but that she always believed in herself. The interview itself wasn't that great, but she is so photogenic that just being on camera boosts her profile.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/697982b7-d7f1-4610-b143-682accfdc607" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Laura_Howarth.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Laura_Howarth.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/2be93f2e-a782-4c45-be66-3378882c164d" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Taneisha_Tennant.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Taneisha_Tennant.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Laura "Hot Head" Howarth (3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Hove, England, Favorite: -200) vs. Taneisha "Triple Threat" Tennant (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: New York, New York, Underdog: +150)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Laura 'Hot Head' Howarth battling Taneisha 'Triple Threat' Tennant.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Mario Yamasaki.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Marcos Rosales, Adelaide Byrd, and Cardo Urso.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:47) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:47) Howarth is off target with a right jab but scores with a left hook. Tennant scores with a jab but is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:25) They engage in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:25) Tennant sees a head kick coming and counters with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:05) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:05) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:05) Howarth has a left hook blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:05) Tennant misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right roundhouse kick to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:39) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:12) Both fighters come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:12) Howarth counters a right hand with a jab and a left cross that just misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:48) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:31) Both fighters move in and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:31) Howarth is off-target with a jab but hits a right roundhouse kick to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:31) Tennant lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:12) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:57) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:30) Tennant forces an exchange of strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:30) Howarth manages a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:30) Tennant throws a one-two, but Howarth was equal to it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:13) The two fighters come forward and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:13) Howarth slips past a right hook and counters with a nice high roundhouse kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:52) That last strike may have hurt Tennant, she is backing away but looks punch-drunk!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:52) Howarth steps in and tries to finish with a scorching left hand, but Tennant narrowly avoids it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:22) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:52) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:36) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:14) Both fighters meet in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:14) Howarth misses a left hook and gets countered with a quick kick to the lead leg.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:54) Both fighters step in to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:54) Tennant dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:33) Both fighters come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:33) Howarth slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:08) The two fighters come forward and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:08) Tennant scores with a left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:08) Howarth connects with a quick head kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:59) Backing off, Tennant looks very wobbly, I think she may be hurt!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:59) Howarth tries to capitalise with a massive left hand, but it misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:40) Tennant initiates an exchange of strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:40) Howarth scores with two counter jabs.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:40) Tennant throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:25) Both fighters step in to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:25) Tennant misses a right hook and gets countered with a great left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:55) They come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:55) Tennant lands two jabs but doesn't connect with a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:55) Howarth lands a right jab and also scores with a great left hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:33) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:15) Tennant is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:10) They come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:10) Tennant hits a left jab but fails on a leg kick attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:10) Howarth lands a right jab but has a left hand blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:58) Tennant glances at the clock, grimacing slightly.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:43) Both fighters step in to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:43) Howarth hits a right jab but finds her left cross blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:43) Tennant finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:20) Tennant steps forward and a striking exchange begins.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:20) Howarth fires off a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:20) Tennant throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:00) They engage in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:00) Tennant misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Howarth comes in with a quick right jab and a big left hand that just misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:37) They engage in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:37) Howarth counters a right hand with a brace of jabs that are followed by a left head kick that did damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:21) Looking glassy-eyed, Tennant staggers backward...she may have been stunned by that last blow!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:21) Howarth acts fast, moving in and flooring Tennant with a left hand to the jaw!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:08) Howarth knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Tennant, looking to finish her off by raining down punches!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:08) Howarth pounds away with lefts, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Tennant.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:48) Howarth pounds away with elbow strikes but Tennant isn't troubled by them.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:36) Howarth blocks Tennant as she tries a transition to guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:25) Howarth pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:10) Tennant tries to move to guard, but Howarth doesn't allow it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:56) Howarth fires away with elbows but Tennant doesn't take any undue damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:36) Tennant tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:22) Howarth fires away with short elbows but does little in the way of actual damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:06) Howarth blocks Tennant as she tries a transition to guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:54) Howarth fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:36) Howarth blocks an attempt to pull guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:20) Howarth pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:08) Howarth blocks an attempt to pull guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:57) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Mario Yamasaki standing them both back up.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:57) Howarth is still moving well, but she is definitely breathing a little deeper now.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:47) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:47) Howarth hits a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:47) Tennant hits a left jab and also hits a good right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:25) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:25) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:25) Howarth has a left hook blocked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:25) Tennant misses a jab and also is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:02) Both fighters meet in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:02) Howarth misses a left cross that leaves her open to the counter. Tennant attacks with a jab and a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time expires on round one, and that is the end of the fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that Howarth is the winner.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Laura 'Hot Head' Howarth!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Laura 'Hot Head' Howarth defeats Taneisha 'Triple Threat' Tennant (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Laura Howarth thanks all of 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 the next fight.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/79c61be7-503c-4b2a-9a36-710a50e3a7c8" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Marissa_Caldwell.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Marissa_Caldwell.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/58c71ff7-d15a-429a-b047-e5f03b16522c" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Erin_Harpe.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Erin_Harpe.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong><strong>Marissa "Shorty" Caldwell (3-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Cincinnati, Ohio, Favorite: -230) vs. Erin Harpe (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tampa, Florida, Underdog: +180)</strong></strong></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Marissa 'Shorty' Caldwell battles Erin Harpe.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Herb Dean will be the referee.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Adelaide Byrd, Cardo Urso, and Matt Hume.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:45) Both fighters come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:45) Caldwell misses a big right hand, putting her off balance and allowing Harpe to attack with a jab and a solid right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:36) Harpe used her reach advantage there, picking Caldwell off at range.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:23) Harpe comes forward to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:23) Caldwell hit two counter left hands.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:23) Harpe lands a left hand and then she lands a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:07) Harpe steps forward and a striking exchange begins.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:07) Caldwell lands two left hands in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:07) Harpe lands a left hand and then she scores with a leg kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:50) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:29) Harpe comes forward on the attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:29) Caldwell hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:29) Harpe can't connect with a jab, but then she catches Caldwell with a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:09) Harpe comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:09) Caldwell hits a jab in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:09) Harpe connects with a nice jab and then she catches Caldwell with a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:49) Harpe can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:49) Caldwell appears to have suffered a gash under her eye.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:32) Harpe attacks with strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:32) Caldwell hit a counter left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:32) Harpe connects with a nice jab and then she lands a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:11) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:50) Harpe attacks with strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:50) Caldwell lands two left hands in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:50) Harpe hits a left jab and then she scores with a leg kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:24) Harpe lands a jab and then hits Caldwell with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:01) Harpe moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Caldwell into exchanging strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:01) Caldwell hit a counter left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:01) Harpe lands a left hand and then she lands a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:48) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Caldwell.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:48) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:48) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:43) Moving forward constantly, Harpe is pressuring Caldwell.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:43) Caldwell lands a left hand in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:43) Harpe hits a left hand but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:20) Harpe comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:20) Caldwell hits a jab in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:20) Harpe lands a left hand and then she scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:54) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:33) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:04) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:39) Harpe steps forward and a striking exchange begins.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:39) Caldwell hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:39) Harpe can't hit a set-up left jab, but then she hits Caldwell with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:32) Harpe rolls her shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:22) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:54) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:19) Harpe moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Caldwell into exchanging strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:19) Caldwell hits a jab in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:19) Harpe uses a left jab but the following leg kick misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:08) Harpe is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:57) Harpe initiates an exchange of strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:57) Caldwell hit a counter left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:57) A jab hits home from Harpe and then she catches Caldwell with a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:31) Harpe comes forward to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:31) Harpe bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:31) Harpe can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then she scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:14) Harpe comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:14) Caldwell fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:14) Harpe can't hit a set-up left jab, but then she lands a low kick to the legs.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:01) Harpe comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:01) Caldwell hit a counter left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:01) Caldwell falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:01) Harpe hits a left jab and then she scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:40) Harpe comes forward to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:40) Harpe steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Caldwell.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:40) Harpe throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:20) Harpe comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:20) Caldwell hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:20) A jab lands from Harpe but Caldwell evades a big right punch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:59) Caldwell hits a tentative left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:59) Harpe fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a leg kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:41) Harpe comes forward.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:41) Caldwell lands two left hands in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:41) Harpe lands a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:18) Harpe initiates an exchange of strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:18) Caldwell hit a counter left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:18) A jab hits home from Harpe and then she catches Caldwell with a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:47) Harpe stalks forward, pressuring Caldwell.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:47) Caldwell throws a counter left but doesn't connect.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:47) Harpe fails to find a home for her jab, but then she hits Caldwell with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:35) Harpe clinches up, looking shattered.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:35) Caldwell looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:35) Caldwell uses a nice inside leg trip and Harpe is forced to pull guard!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:21) Caldwell smothers Harpe with her body by pushing forward and down.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:51) Caldwell looks to get past the guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:51) She passes guard but loses her control momentarily and a scramble begins.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:36) The scramble somehow results in Caldwell underneath Harpe in north-south position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:20) Harpe hits a short knee to the side of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:07) Harpe blocks Caldwell as she tries to scramble.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:58) Caldwell scrambles, having felt Harpe start to shift toward side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:46) The scramble sees Caldwell up first, and she is quick to wrestle Harpe up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:27) With Harpe stuck against the cage, Caldwell tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:27) The takedown is successful, Harpe pulls half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:16) Caldwell looks to pass half guard and get side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:16) Harpe fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:05) The scramble leaves Caldwell on her back pulling guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:51) Harpe begins trying to pass the guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:51) She finds herself unable to pass guard on this attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:11) Caldwell tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:11) Harpe doesn't let her arm get taken.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have Harpe down as the winner.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Erin Harpe!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong><strong>Official Result: Erin Harpe defeats Marissa 'Shorty' Caldwell (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</strong></strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Erin Harpe thanks everyone connected to Gracie Barra Combat Team 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 Brittney Victoria would be a tough challenge, but one she would be interested in trying.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></span></strong></strong></span></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/6a02834b-ce35-41f2-b624-c03ad713ce93" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Rizlen_Zouak.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Rizlen_Zouak.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong><strong>VS.</strong></strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/9c752b24-887c-46be-90e9-9eb193d16c3c" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Megan_Cawley.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Megan_Cawley.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong><strong>Rizlen "The Lioness of the Atlas" Zouak (3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Paris, France, Underdog: +170) vs. Megan "Chicago" Cawley (0-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Orlando, Florida, Favorite: -220)</strong></strong></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Rizlen 'The Lioness of the Atlas' Zouak competing against Megan 'Chicago' Cawley.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Mario Yamasaki.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Matt Hume, Nelson Hamilton, and Marcos Rosales.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) We start with a touch of gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:54) Cawley fails to find a home for her jab, but then catches Zouak with a crunching right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:36) Zouak comes in, looking for a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:36) She drives forward, and despite the best efforts of Cawley to stay upright, the takedown is completed!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:36) Cawley winds up seated, her back to the cage, with Zouak pressing onto her.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:25) Zouak tries to ensnare Cawley in a guillotine.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:25) The guillotine is applied, but Cawley stubbornly holds on and does not tap!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:25) Zouak must not have it totally sunk in.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:25) Zouak finally gives it up and lets go, but may have gassed her arms in the submission attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:50) For the moment Zouak is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:29) Zouak pounds away with elbow strikes but Cawley isn't troubled by them.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:18) Securing an arm, Cawley then brings her legs up and tries to lock Zouak in a triangle choke.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:18) The triangle is deeply applied, Zouak has to tap before she is put to sleep!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:56) Megan 'Chicago' Cawley takes the win by submission!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Megan 'Chicago' Cawley defeats Rizlen 'The Lioness of the Atlas' Zouak (Submission (Triangle With Armbar) in 2:04 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</strong></p></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Megan Cawley gives a name-check to everyone at Glendale Fighting Club, all her various sponsors, then all her friends, family, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Megan Cawley celebrates starting her CTC career with a win.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/8e131529-6a9b-4c9a-9802-111d5c1d5c99" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Chelsea_Chandler.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Chelsea_Chandler.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong><strong>VS.</strong></strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/b2551fc3-a843-46d7-9909-838a72fac3fd" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Irina_Degtyareva.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Irina_Degtyareva.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Chelsea Chandler (3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Stockton, California, Favorite: -450) vs. Irina Degtyareva (3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Underdog: +350)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Chelsea Chandler squares off with Irina Degtyareva.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Mario Yamasaki.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Marcos Rosales, Adelaide Byrd, and Cardo Urso.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:51) Chandler lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:37) Degtyareva seizes the chance and grabs Chandler into a clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:27) Degtyareva tries to take Chandler down.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:27) She has the takedown! Chandler pulls half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:12) In half guard, Degtyareva begins working to get side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:12) She passes half guard but can't secure side control as Chandler starts a scramble for position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:57) The scramble somehow results in Chandler underneath Degtyareva in north-south position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:43) Chandler takes a short knee strike to the side of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:29) Degtyareva blocks Chandler as she tries to scramble.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:20) Degtyareva hits a short knee strike to the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:01) Chandler tries to scramble out from underneath Degtyareva, but is held firmly in place.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:54) Degtyareva hits a short knee to the side of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:34) Chandler tries to scramble out from underneath Degtyareva, but is held firmly in place.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:20) Chandler takes a short knee strike to the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:07) Chandler tries to scramble out from underneath Degtyareva, but is held firmly in place.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:55) Chandler takes a few elbows to the midsection, but there's not much behind them.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:41) Chandler tries a get out from under north-south, but doesn't budge Degtyareva.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:28) Chandler takes a short knee strike to the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:14) Degtyareva blocks Chandler as she tries to scramble.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:03) Chandler takes a knee strike to the side of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:48) Chandler tries a get out from under north-south, but doesn't budge Degtyareva.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:34) Chandler scrambles, having felt Degtyareva start to shift toward side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:20) Chandler ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:08) Degtyareva pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:52) Chandler tries a sweep from the guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:52) Chandler sweeps Degtyareva, and they both scramble back to their feet.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:27) Chandler throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:04) Degtyareva comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:04) Degtyareva steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Chandler.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:04) Degtyareva throws a two-punch combo but Chandler avoids both.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:45) Degtyareva comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:45) Chandler manages a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:45) A one-two from Degtyareva fails to land.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:22) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:57) Degtyareva chooses to shoot in on Chandler.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:57) Degtyareva couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Chandler hops in place on the other.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:57) Degtyareva drives Chandler up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:43) With the cage trapping Chandler, Degtyareva looks to try and take her down by going low and taking out both legs.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:43) She gets a big takedown and she manages to get side control as a result.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:31) In side control, Degtyareva throws a couple of punches designed to keep Chandler guessing.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:15) In side control, Degtyareva catches her breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:46) Chandler transitions to half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:26) Looking to catch her breath, Degtyareva is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:57) Chandler gets some separation and tries to scramble for position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:57) She may regret that choice, as it gives Degtyareva the perfect opportunity to get side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:38) Degtyareva throws a few right hands to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:15) Chandler takes the opportunity well and manages to pull guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:02) Degtyareva throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that she can think.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:35) Chandler uses her legs to push Degtyareva back, and tries to scramble for position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:35) There wasn't enough separation though, Degtyareva is able to catch her and secure side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:19) Degtyareva throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch her breath.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:54) Chandler pulls half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:41) Degtyareva throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch her breath.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:25) Degtyareva blocks an attempted sweep.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:09) Degtyareva throws a few right hands to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:43) Degtyareva fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:22) Degtyareva blocks Chandler as she tries a sweep from half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:06) Degtyareva throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:47) Chandler tries to sweep Degtyareva but can't do it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:30) Degtyareva begins trying to get her leg free of half guard and get a better position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:30) Chandler allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow her to try and scramble.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:17) Somehow, the scramble leaves Chandler under the north-south control of Degtyareva.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:02) Degtyareva hits a short knee strike to the side of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:47) Degtyareva blocks an attempted escape.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:32) Chandler takes a few elbows to the midsection, but there's not much behind them.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:15) Chandler tries to move from under Degtyareva, but can't get free.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:08) Degtyareva pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given Degtyareva the win.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) Irina Degtyareva wins by unanimous decision!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Irina Degtyareva defeats Chelsea Chandler (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Irina Degtyareva name-checks all her sponsors, then thanks all her fans who turned out to support her. She celebrates her CTC debut victory and says that she is already looking forward to the next fight.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><strong><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></span></strong></strong></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/592a97aa-d88a-4e3c-bb1a-7c3aa11714f4" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Kelly_Faszholz.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Kelly_Faszholz.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/c0d0375b-3ea3-493d-9379-2c95512b6309" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Brittney_Victoria.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Brittney_Victoria.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Kelly Faszholz (4-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Santa Rosa, California, Favorite: -750) vs. Brittney "Bombshell" Victoria (3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Los Angeles, California, Underdog: +590)</strong></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Kelly Faszholz takes on Brittney 'Bombshell' Victoria in the CTC Womens Bantamweight division.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard will be the referee.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Marcos Rosales, Adelaide Byrd, and Cardo Urso.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:52) A jab is wide from Victoria, but then she hits Faszholz with a great high right head kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:38) Faszholz wobbles, but does not go down...she is hurt! She covers up and backs up until trapped against the cage, but Victoria is already advancing to try and finish!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:38) Victoria lands a right uppercut but did not get all of it, Faszholz partially blocked it!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:31) Faszholz takes a right hand!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:23) Faszholz eats a right hook and is barely able to stand anymore! The cage is the only reason she is still upright!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:23) Referee Marc Goddard has no option but to leap in and stop the fight, Faszholz was slumped against the cage and just getting pounded on!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:23) I think the referee was slow to react, that should have been stopped earlier.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:17) By TKO, the winner is Brittney Victoria!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Brittney 'Bombshell' Victoria defeats Kelly Faszholz (TKO (Strikes) in 0:43 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong><strong>Post-Fight</strong></strong>: Giving thanks, Brittney Victoria praises her team at Team Tiger Schulmann, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. Visibly delighted, Brittney Victoria celebrates starting her CTC career with a win.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="color:#FF0000;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">MAIN CARD</span></strong></span></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Broadcast Live On Tournament TV Around The World</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Broadcast Team: Mauro Ranallo, Patrick Cote, Jessica Rakoczy</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></span></strong></span></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/0032e7c2-4ce3-4871-a222-521cb1d61239" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Faith_McMah.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Faith_McMah.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong><strong>VS.</strong></strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/3371886d-4ab3-44f1-b82b-c2b5bf780214" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Jamila_Sandora.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Jamila_Sandora.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Faith "The Immortal" McMah (6-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Papamoa, New Zealand, Favorite: -300) vs. Jamila Sandora (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +230)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) The first of the main fights is Faith 'The Immortal' McMah vs. Jamila Sandora.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Herb Dean will be the referee.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Marcos Rosales, and Adelaide Byrd.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:45) Both fighters step in to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:45) McMah finds a way past her opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:45) Sandora finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:16) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:40) Sandora comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:40) McMah lands two left hands in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:40) Sandora throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:19) McMah steps forward, looking to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:19) Sandora hit two counter left hands.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:19) McMah can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then she lands a big right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:04) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:47) They come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:47) Sandora hits a left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:47) McMah scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:27) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:27) Sandora connects with a left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:27) McMah misses with a left jab but nails a vicious right cross!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:13) Sandora is knocked down!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:13) McMah starts pounding away on Sandora, looking to finish her off!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:13) McMah fires away with punches and Sandora is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:13) The referee pulls McMah away, stopping the fight!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:53) By TKO, the winner is Faith McMah!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong><strong>Official Result: Faith 'The Immortal' McMah defeats Jamila Sandora (TKO (Strikes) in 3:07 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</strong></strong></p></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Faith McMah thanks all of her sponsors for backing her and then also thanks her family, friends, and supporters. Asked who she wants to fight next, she says she'll fight whoever is put in front of her, but she thinks Brittney Victoria would be a particularly good contest.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/1b34675f-9878-4944-bc48-95e9622f2f07" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Milana_Dudieva.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Milana_Dudieva.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/be40f0c0-833f-41b7-886a-6880e59690ae" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Raquel_Canuto.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Raquel_Canuto.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Milana Dudieva (12-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Vladikavkaz, Russia, Underdog: +540) vs. Raquel "Rocky" Canuto (6-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Wai'anae, Hawaii, Favorite: -680)</strong></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Milana Dudieva battles Raquel 'Rocky' Canuto.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Herb Dean.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Matt Hume, Nelson Hamilton, and Marcos Rosales.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) They touch gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:46) Both fighters move in and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:46) Canuto uses a pair of left jabs but has a right hand taken on the gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:46) Dudieva is off-target with a jab but lands a nice right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:26) They come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:26) Canuto hits a left jab but misses a right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:26) Dudieva lands a one-two.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:04) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:38) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:38) Canuto connects with a left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:38) Dudieva lands a left jab and a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:21) Dudieva comes forward, walking down Canuto.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:21) Canuto fires off a counter jab.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:21) A jab is wide from Dudieva, but then she hits Canuto with a leg kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:05) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:40) Both fighters meet in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:40) Dudieva tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on her opponent's gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:40) Canuto tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on her opponent's gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:35) Canuto rolls her shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:23) Both fighters come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:23) Dudieva slips past a right hook and counters with a quick kick to the lead leg.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:56) Moving forward constantly, Dudieva is pressuring Canuto.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:56) Canuto lands a left hand in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:56) Dudieva can't connect with a jab, but then she hits Canuto with a body kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:39) Both fighters meet in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:39) Canuto misses with an attempted body shot and gets countered with a couple of jabs that are followed by a leg kick that narrowly misses the target.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:13) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:41) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:41) Dudieva uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:41) Canuto hits a left jab and also nails a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:18) They engage in the center.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:18) Canuto misses with a big right hand, allowing Dudieva to counter with a powerful straight right that landed cleanly!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:13) Canuto is knocked down by that shot!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:13) Dudieva quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Canuto!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:13) Dudieva unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Canuto.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:59) Dudieva pounds away with punches but does minimal damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:45) Canuto brings her legs in to trap Dudieva in half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:27) Dudieva begins trying to get her leg free of half guard and get a better position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:27) She passes half guard, but Canuto was ready and immediately starts to scramble.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:15) As they scramble, Canuto sees an opportunity and dives for a leg.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:15) Unable to get the leg, Canuto winds up on her back pulling guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:15) Canuto probably shouldn't have risked going for the leg, she left herself too exposed and has paid the price.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:57) Dudieva hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Canuto.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:49) Canuto grabs hold of an arm and attempts a triangle choke on Dudieva from the bottom of the guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:49) The triangle is deeply applied, Dudieva has to tap before she is put to sleep!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:16) The winner, by submission; Raquel Canuto!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Raquel 'Rocky' Canuto defeats Milana Dudieva (Submission (Triangle With Armbar) in 6:44 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Giving thanks, Raquel Canuto praises her team at Drysdale Jiu-Jitsu, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. Raquel Canuto says that she is very happy to cap off her CTC debut with a win.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/488ed59c-00c6-43c4-a226-e37b5cfbc524" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Sy_Jewett.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Sy_Jewett.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/0453bccf-ae0e-4083-9fe7-daf72b0c0af1" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Maiju_Suotama.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Maiju_Suotama.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Sy "Lady Dragon" Jewett (2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Red Deer, Alberta, Favorite: -810) vs. Maiju "Mountain Mama" Suotama (8-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Imatra, Finland, Underdog: +640)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong><strong>The Fight</strong></strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Sy 'Lady Dragon' Jewett taking on Maiju 'Mountain Momma' Suotama.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Mario Yamasaki.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Adelaide Byrd, Cardo Urso, and Matt Hume.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:48) Suotama appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Jewett took the initiative first.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:48) Jewett fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:28) Jewett fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:28) Blood is visible on Suotama, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under her eye.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:19) Suotama is able to grab Jewett.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:13) Suotama attempts to wrestle Jewett to the ground.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:13) Jewett cannot stop the takedown and has to pull half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:57) Suotama throws a few right hands to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:35) Jewett bursts into life and tries to scramble into a better position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:23) The scramble ends with Jewett grabbing Suotama and getting a waist lock, gaining back control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:05) Jewett, holding Suotama from behind, looks to try and take her down.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:05) Jewett doesn't find it easy, but she does eventually get Suotama to the ground.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:48) Jewett gets side control off the takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:48) Jewett throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch her breath.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:28) Suotama tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:12) Jewett fires off a few punches as she catches her breath.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:50) Suotama tries to sweep Jewett, but rolls too far and gives up her back!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:26) Jewett pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:08) Jewett seems to be moving slowly toward a finish as she applies a very tight body triangle.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:48) Jewett unloads with big rights and Suotama is getting rocked!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:33) Jewett pounds away with rights, but Suotama covers up and only a couple manage to get through.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:14) Jewett, with the body triangle, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:14) Suotama doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:43) Suotama struggles valiantly against Jewett, getting free from the body triangle but at the expense of being mounted.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:30) Jewett fires away with short elbows but does little in the way of actual damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:13) Jewett unloads with elbows, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:59) Jewett pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:47) Suotama tries to get enough space to pull half guard, but Jewett doesn't allow it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:28) Jewett unloads with some elbows but Suotama deals with them comfortably.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:13) Jewett controls Suotama, who was trying to wriggle to half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:59) Jewett fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:41) Suotama tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Jewett.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:18) Jewett pounds away with elbow strikes, but Suotama calmly deals with them.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:02) Suotama tries to move Jewett out of mount but can't.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:45) Jewett tries to pound on Suotama with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:33) Suotama tries to move Jewett out of mount but can't.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:09) Jewett pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:55) Jewett counters an attempt by Suotama to move her from mount by taking her back!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:43) Suotama prevents Jewett from applying a body triangle.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:23) Jewett blocks Suotama as she tries to roll over.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:01) Jewett tries to get her hooks in, but can't.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:36) Jewett blocks an attempt to roll her off of the back.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:22) Jewett pounds away, but Suotama isn't troubled by the strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:08) Jewett blocks Suotama as she tries to roll over.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:57) Jewett tries to get a body triangle applied but can't quite manage it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:40) Suotama tries to move Jewett off her back but can't.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:29) Suotama does well to block an attempt to apply a body triangle.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:04) Suotama tries to turn over and sweep Jewett but can't do it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:52) Jewett pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:35) Suotama tries to turn over and sweep Jewett but can't do it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:21) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:21) Jewett is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:07) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Suotama.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:07) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:07) The fight will be restarted in the center!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:59) A jab is wide from Jewett, but then she hits a nice straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:42) Suotama shoots in for a takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:42) Jewett sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:19) Suotama looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Jewett simply took the initiative first.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 01:19) Jewett throws a quick punch but doesn't land.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:59) Jewett throws a punch but Suotama avoids it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:54) Suotama gets hold of Jewett, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:44) Suotama tries to take Jewett down.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:44) The takedown is completed, Jewett is on her back and pulls guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:25) Suotama fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:09) Jewett tries to sweep Suotama but doesn't get anywhere.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have Jewett down as the winner.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 00:00) Sy 'Lady Dragon' Jewett wins by unanimous decision!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Sy 'Lady Dragon' Jewett defeats Maiju 'Mountain Momma' Suotama (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Giving thanks, Sy Jewett praises her team at Toshido MMA, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. Sy Jewett says that she is very happy to cap her CTC debut with a win. She has an innate charisma that allows her to get a good reaction during these interviews.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/8c6494eb-7f8f-4eb8-8691-9152ef11310d" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Sarah_Kaufman.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Sarah_Kaufman.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/8d3b0f57-0c66-408f-9d78-48e45e345125" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Claire_Guthrie.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Claire_Guthrie.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Sarah Kaufman (21-5-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Victoria, British Columbia, Favorite: -1160) vs. "Grizzly" Claire Guthrie (1-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Denver, Colorado, Underdog: +920)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Sarah Kaufman vs. 'Grizzly' Claire Guthrie.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Marc Goddard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Nelson Hamilton, Marcos Rosales, and Adelaide Byrd.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) There's a roar from the crowd as Kaufman enters, she is from around here.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Kaufman doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:55) Kaufman attacks with strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:55) Guthrie hit a counter left hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:55) Kaufman feints one way and then the other, throwing Guthrie off balance and leaving her badly exposed.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:55) A jab hits home from Kaufman and then she lands a right hand to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:38) Kaufman initiates an exchange of strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:38) Guthrie throws a counter jab but misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:38) Kaufman connects with a nice jab and then she scores with a right cross.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:18) Kaufman comes forward to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:18) Guthrie hits a jab in the exchange.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:18) Kaufman feints to one side, causing Guthrie to react and leave herself off balance.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:18) Kaufman connects with a nice jab and then she catches Guthrie with a crunching right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:06) The two fighters engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:06) Guthrie misses with a big right hand, allowing Kaufman to counter with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a good right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:50) Kaufman comes forward, walking down Guthrie.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:50) Kaufman steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Guthrie.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:50) Kaufman fails to find a home for her jab, but then she scores with a lovely right head kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:43) Guthrie wobbles, but does not go down...she is hurt! She covers up and backs up until trapped against the cage, but Kaufman is already advancing to try and finish!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:43) Guthrie eats a right hook and is barely able to stand anymore! The cage is the only reason she is still upright!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:37) A right head kick from Kaufman lands clean and knocks Guthrie down and out! It's all over!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:25) Sarah Kaufman takes the victory by way of knock out!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Sarah Kaufman defeats 'Grizzly' Claire Guthrie (Knock Out (Kick) in 1:35 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</strong></p></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Sarah Kaufman gives a name-check to everyone at Tristar Gym, all her various sponsors, and all her friends, family, and supporters. She is then asked who she'd like to face next, and answers that Aspen Ladd would be someone she'd like to compete against. She is very comfortable being interviewed and did well here.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/92a4fa2f-c8a4-483a-ace9-2f8249545dc7" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Marina_Mokhnatkina.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Marina_Mokhnatkina.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/194056e4-a448-4603-91aa-835c05d43aaf" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Ediane_Gomes.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Ediane_Gomes.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Marina Mokhnatkina (4-2, 0-0 CTC, From: St. Petersburg, Russia, Favorite: -800) vs. Ediane "India" Gomes (11-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +630)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Marina Mokhnatkina vs. Ediane 'India' Gomes.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Marc Goddard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Marcos Rosales, and Adelaide Byrd.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:49) Mokhnatkina may have been aiming to get in close, but Gomes aggressively took the initiative.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:49) Gomes throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:30) There's a takedown attempt from Mokhnatkina, showing great power and speed.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:30) Gomes cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:21) Mokhnatkina tries to ensnare Gomes in a kneebar.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:21) Gomes defends herself well and does not give up a leg.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:01) Mokhnatkina blocks Gomes as she tries a transition to guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:42) Mokhnatkina attempts to kimura Gomes from side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:42) Mokhnatkina gets a kimura fully applied!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:42) No! Gomes manages to get her arm free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:42) Gomes remains stuck under side control though.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:16) Gomes tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:04) Mokhnatkina tries to lock Gomes in a kimura.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:04) The kimura is locked in, tight enough that Gomes has to tap out!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:36) By submission, the winner is Marina Mokhnatkina!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Marina Mokhnatkina defeats Ediane 'India' Gomes (Submission (Kimura) in 2:24 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Marina Mikhnatkina thanks everyone connected to Akhmat Fight Club for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. Visibly delighted, Marina Mokhnatkina celebrates starting her CTC career with a win. Marina Mokhnatkina may not be the greatest interviewee, but her looks alone mean she'll always get a reaction.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><strong><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></strong></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/b734277f-9861-4c68-bfe7-55e5b079474f" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Aspen_Ladd.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Aspen_Ladd.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/5d004ecb-f1a1-428f-b205-a7938d384d9a" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Julia_Ottolino.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Julia_Ottolino.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Aspen Ladd (9-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Folsom, California, Favorite: -1200) vs. Julia "Chicago" Ottolino (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: San Antonio, Texas, Underdog: +950)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Aspen Ladd faces Julia 'Chicago' Ottolino.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard will be the referee.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Matt Hume, Nelson Hamilton, and Marcos Rosales.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:51) Ladd connects with two left hands and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:31) A jab is wide from Ladd, but then she hits Ottolino with a beauty of a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:20) Ladd moves in closer, ready to attack.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:20) A jab is wide from Ladd, but then she hits a scything kick to the legs of Ottolino.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:09) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:50) Ottolino keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:50) Ladd throws a punch but Ottolino was equal to it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:47) Ottolino comes in and grabs Ladd in a clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:37) Ottolino looks for a trip takedown.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:37) Ottolino can't get the takedown as Ladd wrestles her way into a dominant position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:18) Using her wrestling skills, Ladd is trying to push Ottolino up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:18) Ladd manages it and controls Ottolino up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:07) Ottolino takes a knee strike to the inside of her own knee.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:59) Ottolino is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:43) Ottolino is trapped against the cage and Ladd hits her with a short left uppercut.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:23) Ladd is aiming to get Ottolino into a Muay Thai clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:23) She gets it and now has Ottolino in trouble.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:03) Using the clinch, Ladd blasts Ottolino with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:43) Ladd keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:03) Using the clinch, Ladd hits a big elbow to the face of Ottolino.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:03) Ottolino looks to have been cut above her eye, blood is trickling down.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:52) Ottolino wrestles free of the Muay Thai clinch after blocking a knee strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:12) Ladd glances at the clock.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:57) Ladd confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:57) Ottolino appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Ladd took the initiative first.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:57) Ladd throws a punch but Ottolino avoids it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:38) Ladd can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Ottolino with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:26) Ladd hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:09) Ladd hits a left jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Ottolino.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:52) A jab hits home from Ladd and then she catches Ottolino with a beautiful right kick to the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:42) Ottolino wobbles, but does not go down...she is hurt! She covers up and backs up until trapped against the cage, but Ladd is already advancing to try and finish!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:42) Ladd is trying to lock Ottolino into a Muay Thai clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:42) She gets it and now has a dazed Ottolino in even more serious trouble.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:29) Ladd rocks Ottolino with a vicious elbow.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:20) Ladd misses a knee strike, but maintains her control of the clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:44) From the clinch, Ladd drives a brutal elbow to the side of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:30) Ottolino blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:51) From the clinch, Ottolino gets caught with a vicious elbow to the side of the head.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:39) Ottolino partially blocks a knee strike, enough to allow her to wrestle free of the clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:00) Taking a few gulps of breath, Ottolino is giving the first hint that she is starting to tire a touch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:50) A punch from Ladd fails to land.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:46) Seizing the opportunity, Ottolino clinches.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:37) Ottolino attempts to wrestle Ladd to the ground.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:37) Ladd blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:13) Using her wrestling skills, Ladd is trying to push Ottolino up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:13) Ladd achieves it, pinning Ottolino to the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:55) With Ottolino bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:55) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:55) The fight will be restarted in the center!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:55) Ladd is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:46) Ladd sets it up well and shoots in at speed.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:46) Ottolino partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Ladd has a hold of the other.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:46) Ladd can't get Ottolino down and so settles for pushing her up against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:32) Ladd shows great control, keeping Ottolino pressed against the cage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:32) Ladd and Ottolino remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:21) Ladd drops down and wraps her arms around her opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:21) It's not pretty, but she forces Ottolino down to the ground and ends up holding her in a turtled up position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:05) Ladd tries to ensnare Ottolino in a D'Arce choke.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:05) The D'Arce choke is fully applied, Ottolino has no option but to tap out!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 02:43) The winner, by submission; Aspen Ladd!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Aspen Ladd defeats Julia 'Chicago' Ottolino (Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 12:17 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Giving thanks, Aspen Ladd praises her team at MMA Gold Fight Team, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. Aspen Ladd says that she is very happy to cap her CTC debut with a win. The interview itself wasn't that great, but she is so photogenic that just being on camera boosts her profile.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/130739e2-7c2f-4e62-a233-b8dbaf3f079e" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Sarah_Moras.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Sarah_Moras.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/237e07cc-7e75-4e71-be6a-e0c9f3d7548f" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Jessamyn_Duke.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Jessamyn_Duke.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Sarah "Cheesecake" Moras (6-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Kelowna, British Columbia, Favorite: -1120) vs. Jessamyn "The Gun" Duke (3-5-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Richmond, Kentucky, Underdog: +890)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Sarah 'Cheesecake' Moras squares off with Jessamyn 'The Gun' Duke.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Herb Dean is the referee for this fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Matt Hume, Nelson Hamilton, and Marcos Rosales.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) There's a roar from the crowd as Moras enters, she is from around here.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:54) Moras aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that she can grapple.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:54) Duke connects with a nice jab and then hits Moras with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:33) A jab is wide from Duke, but then she hits a nice straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:22) Duke throws a one-two, but Moras was equal to it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:14) Seizing the opportunity, Moras clinches.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:06) Moras grabs an arm and tries and pull Duke down to the ground into her guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:06) The attempt is successful, Duke is sucked down into her guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:49) Moras goes for the sweep from the bottom of the guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:49) Duke gets swept out of guard onto her back, and Moras has full mount!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:30) Moras tries to set up Duke for an armbar.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:30) The armbar is fully applied, Duke has no option but to tap out!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:02) Sarah 'Cheesecake' Moras takes the win by submission!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Sarah 'Cheesecake' Moras defeats Jessamyn 'The Gun' Duke (Submission (Armbar) in 1:58 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Sarah Moras gives a name-check to everyone at Toshido MMA, all her various sponsors, then all her friends, family, and supporters. Sarah Moras says that she is very happy to cap her CTC debut with a win.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/2bb255b6-95f0-4df2-a25b-845d37bef33f" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Bethe_Correia.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Bethe_Correia.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/6ebdbd71-0e98-477b-bb8c-3b856c7471c4" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Joselyne_Edwards.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Joselyne_Edwards.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Bethe "Pitbull" Correia (11-5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Natal, Brazil, Favorite: -990) vs. Joselyne "La Pantera" Edwards (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Panama City, Panama, Underdog: +790)</strong></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Bethe 'Pitbull' Correia battles Joselyne 'La Pantera' Edwards.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Mario Yamasaki is the referee for this fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Adelaide Byrd, Cardo Urso, and Matt Hume.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:54) Edwards throws a one-two, but Correia was equal to it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:44) Seizing the opportunity, Correia clinches.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:37) Correia looks to sweep a leg out from under Edwards so as to take her down with a trip.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:37) Edwards has no answer to a slick trip, she is left down under side control!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:26) Correia pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Edwards.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:14) Correia is trying to move from side control to mount.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:14) Edwards keeps Correia from mounting her.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:18) Correia uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:59) Correia pounds away and Edwards struggles to deal with them.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:43) Correia holds Edwards in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:29) Correia pounds away with rights, but Edwards covers up and only a couple manage to get through.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:15) In side control, Correia throws a couple of punches designed to keep Edwards guessing.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:54) Correia holds Edwards in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:35) Correia pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Edwards.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 11:17) Looking to catch her breath, Correia is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:47) Correia fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:23) Correia hits a knee strike to the ribs.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:07) Correia looks to get a mount.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 10:07) Correia almost gets the mount, but Edwards bucks her hips and starts scrambling.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:56) Edwards somehow ends up on top of Correia in north-south position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:42) Edwards pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:27) Edwards blocks an attempted escape.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:21) Correia feels Edwards attempt to shift to side control, and uses the opportunity to scoot out and scramble.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 09:06) Edwards manages to come out on top, with Correia pulling half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:49) Edwards stands up and backs off, letting Correia stand up as well.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:25) Both fighters come together and strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:25) Edwards misses a right hook and gets countered with a great right hook.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:09) The two fighters come forward and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 08:09) Edwards counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hand.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:48) Both fighters move in and engage.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:48) Edwards lands a left jab but misses with a right hand. Correia hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:29) We move into the second half of this round.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:29) Correia appeared to be going for a takedown, but Edwards took the initiative first.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:29) Edwards hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:29) Correia appears to have suffered a gash under her eye.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:02) Correia sets up a nice takedown attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 07:02) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Edwards pulling guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:52) Correia throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:33) Correia looks to get past the guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 06:33) After a struggle, she gets to half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:40) In half guard, Correia begins working to get side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 05:40) She can't quite manage to get past half guard on this attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:52) Correia tries to throw a slicing elbow, but misses.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:43) Correia starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:43) Edwards tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:31) The scramble sees Edwards up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:11) Correia tries to get Edwards into a Muay Thai clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 04:11) She has it hooked, Edwards needs to find a way out quickly.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:56) From the clinch, Correia drives a knee into the face of Edwards...and knocks her out!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 03:41) Bethe Correia takes the victory by way of knock out!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Bethe 'Pitbull' Correia defeats Joselyne 'La Pantera' Edwards (Knock Out (Knee) in 11:19 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Giving thanks, Bethe Correia praises her team at Macaco Gold Team, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. She is asked who she'd like to fight next, and she answers that she thinks a fight against Aspen Ladd would probably be a good contest. She is charismatic, and that helps her benefit from these interviews.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:24px;"><span style="color:#FF0000;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">CO-MAIN EVENT</span></span></strong></span></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/5a24db5d-2036-4296-acfd-14fd95ff67d1" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Barbara_Nalepka.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Barbara_Nalepka.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong><strong>VS.</strong></strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/11bbdb06-f426-4bad-bf93-3664e875d2bf" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Miesha_Tate.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Miesha_Tate.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Barbara "Shogun" Nalepka (4-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Bochnia, Poland, Underdog: +420) vs. Miesha "Cupcake" Tate (18-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Yelm, Washington, Favorite: -530)</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>The Fight</strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 15:00) The co-main event is up next. Barbara 'Shogun' Nalepka faces Miesha 'Cupcake' Tate in the CTC Womens Bantamweight division.<p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Mario Yamasaki will be the referee.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Matt Hume, Nelson Hamilton, and Marcos Rosales.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:45) Nalepka can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a right head kick.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:22) Nalepka confidently comes in closer.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:22) Nalepka throws a one-two, but Tate was equal to it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:02) Nalepka looks confident, shortening the range as she looks to strike.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 14:02) Nalepka fails to find a home for her jab, but then hits Tate with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:48) Nalepka can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits Tate with a straight right.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:36) Tate seizes the chance and grabs Nalepka into a clinch.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:27) Tate tries to take Nalepka down.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:27) Nalepka cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:08) Tate tries to lock Nalepka into a kimura.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 13:08) The kimura is locked in, tight enough that Nalepka has to tap out!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 12:34) Miesha Tate takes the victory by way of submission!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: Miesha 'Cupcake' Tate defeats Barbara 'Shogun' Nalepka (Submission (Kimura) in 2:26 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Giving thanks, Miesha Tate praises her team at Drysdale Jiu-Jitsu, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. She says that she is very happy to have won on her CTC debut and that she's very happy here. Miesha Tate is a good talker and does well in these sort of interviews.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:36px;"><span style="color:#FF0000;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">MAIN EVENT</span></strong></span></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX FIRST ROUND BOUT</span></strong></span></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/c257b568-dadb-4fbe-86f7-28f2afb77723" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Martyna_Czech.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Martyna_Czech.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><span style="font-size:36px;"><strong>VS.</strong></span><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/ce433edb-7182-4d9a-80d2-ab5f3d4fb075" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Ronda_Rousey.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Ronda_Rousey.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Martyna Czech (3-0-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Tychy, Poland, Underdog: +270) vs. "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey (12-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Riverside, California, Favorite: -340)</strong></p></div><p></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong><strong>The Fight</strong></strong></p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52200" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>(Rd 1 - 30:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Martyna Czech fights 'Rowdy' Ronda Rousey in the CTC Womens Bantamweight division.<p> (Rd 1 - 30:00) Mario Yamasaki is the referee for this fight.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 30:00) Our judges at cageside are: Cardo Urso, Matt Hume, and Nelson Hamilton.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 30:00) We are underway!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 29:46) There's a very quick takedown attempt from Rousey.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 29:46) Rousey gets a single leg takedown! Czech pulls guard off it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 29:37) Rousey attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 29:37) Czech keeps her guard secure.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 29:07) Czech goes for the sweep from the bottom of the guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 29:07) Czech unbalances Rousey with a messy elevator sweep, giving her the opportunity to scramble.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:47) Rousey ends up in side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:35) Rousey tries to lock Czech into a kimura.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:35) Czech fights off the kimura attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 28:13) Rousey blocks Czech as she tries a transition to guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 27:59) Rousey attempts to arm triangle Czech from side control.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 27:59) Czech blocks it.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 27:29) Czech takes the opportunity and manages to pull half guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 27:10) Rousey fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 26:41) Czech works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble her way into a better position.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 26:41) Rousey is too quick though, and grabs side control before Czech can get up.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 26:20) Rousey attempts an armbar.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 26:20) Czech fights off the armbar attempt.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 25:47) Rousey blocks an attempt to pull guard.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 25:33) Rousey tries to lock Czech in a kimura.</p><p> (Rd 1 - 25:33) The kimura is fully applied, Czech has no option but to tap out!</p><p> (Rd 1 - 24:58) Ronda Rousey takes the victory by way of submission!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Official Result: 'Rowdy' Ronda Rousey defeats Martyna Czech (Submission (Kimura) in 5:02 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</strong></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Post-Fight</strong>: Ronda Rousey thanks all her sponsors for backing her, and then also thanks her family, friends, and supporters. She says that she is very happy to have won on her CTC debut and that she's very happy here. She is a class act as an interviewee, she carries herself like a superstar.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/15d8a246-c232-4963-bc92-fcc2e84bd4c1" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC_13_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC_13_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/7ee91fd7-edf6-4a84-aaf3-1dea710a6f47/p/9c5de2ef-d596-4f76-ab37-92176519a363" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC_13_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC_13_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong><strong>Attendance</strong></strong>: 2,692</p><p> <strong>Gate Reciepts</strong>: $355,344</p><p> <strong>Sponsorship</strong>: $55,131</p><p> <strong>Ad Revenue</strong>: $1,334,810</p><p> <strong>Merchandise</strong>: $5,937</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Fighter Pay</strong>: $387,892 (Highest Paid: Ronda Rousey, $264,860)</p><p> <strong>Drug Testing</strong>: $12,000</p><p> <strong>Production</strong>: $40,025</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Profit</strong>: $1,311,305</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Critical Rating</strong>: 75%</p><p> <strong>Commercial Rating</strong>: 85%</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Fight of the Night</strong>: Raquel Canuto vs. Milana Dudieva</p><p> <strong>KO of the Night</strong>: Bethe Correia (vs. Joselyne Edwards)</p><p> <strong><strong><strong>Submission of the Night</strong></strong></strong>: Aspen Ladd (vs. Julia Ottolino)</p><p> <strong>Performance Bonus</strong>: Raquel Canuto vs. Milana Dudieva</p><p> <strong>Performance Bonus</strong>: Brittney Victoria</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">TOURNAMENT DRAW</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/5df4351d-0e4b-441d-a157-7cd02311591c/p/8a89b46e-7e2a-4ba9-8a80-212d2f7e1831" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Womens_Bantamweight_Second_Round_Draw.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Womens_Bantamweight_Second_Round_Draw.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>News</strong></p><p> </p><p> - The drug test results for Canadian Tournament Combat 12 have come back, and all fighters have tested clean.</p><p> </p><p> - In a short statement today, Austin Vanderford has confirmed that he and Paige VanZant have divorced. No further information was given, although he has asked the people to respect the privacy of the former couple.</p><p> </p><p> - Ares FC have closed their Womens Bantamweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.</p><p> </p><p> - Cage Warriors have closed their Light Heavyweight division due to a lack of available fighters.</p><p> </p><p> - Mark Hunt announced his retirement. He retires with a professional record of 13-14-1-1NC, and hadn't fought since losing to Justin Wallace in December 2018 in the UFC.</p><p> </p><p> - Superior Challenge have closed their Heavyweight division due to a lack of available fighters.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Other Promotions Shows</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">KOTC Dust To Dust (Friday, Week 1, March 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/ee743cd0-59eb-421a-8bcd-8fe8bdfafd32" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="KOTC_Dust_To_Dust_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/KOTC_Dust_To_Dust_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/835f03a1-a669-415b-a72c-4b61659c4d76" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="KOTC_Dust_To_Dust_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/KOTC_Dust_To_Dust_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> Title Result: None</p><p> </p><p> Fight of the Night: Will Campuzano vs. Matt Manzanares</p><p> KO of the Night: David Burrow (vs. Torrance Taylor)</p><p> Submission of the Night: Pat Sabatini (vs. Artur Rofi)</p><p> Performance Bonus: Ivan Lopez vs. Matt Rizzo</p><p> Performance Bonus: Albert Morales vs. Manny Vazquez</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">PFL: Knight vs. Reyno (Friday, Week 1, March 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/37dab6d8-9607-471c-8d5a-f23be775cc62" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="PFL_Knight_vs_Reyno_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/PFL_Knight_vs_Reyno_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/c3c71a26-71c3-43e3-8523-952eeb303d19" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="PFL_Knight_vs._Reyno_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/PFL_Knight_vs._Reyno_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> Title Result: Gaston Reyno Won The Vacant PFL Featherweight Title</p><p> </p><p> Fight of the Night: Tim Welch vs. Gray Maynard</p><p> KO of the Night: Tim Welch (vs. Gray Maynard)</p><p> Submission of the Night: Cindy Dandois (vs. Aylin Voorhees)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">CES MMA 61 (Saturday, Week 1, March 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/558acf85-4d7b-4c5a-98be-9c1c19a07b84" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CES_MMA_61_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CES_MMA_61_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/9b1c9316-d2f5-4841-8cfa-fb3252fe57c5" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CES_MMA_61_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CES_MMA_61_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> Title Result: Randy Costa Won The Vacant CES MMA Bantamweight Title</p><p> </p><p> Fight of the Night: Randy Costa vs. Nick Pace</p><p> KO of the Night: Matt Van Buren (vs. Anton Berzin)</p><p> Submission of the Night: Brandon Hempelman (vs. Shawn Bunch)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">ACA 117: Oliveira vs. Lopes (Saturday, Week 1, March 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/3e78e579-d144-421d-b939-6dd38c894d5a" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="ACA_117_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/ACA_117_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/4c1de66f-89d6-47f2-9026-c2807ca8e028" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="ACA_117_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/ACA_117_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> Title Result: Daniel Oliveira Made His Second Successful Defence of the ACA Bantamweight Title</p><p> </p><p> Fight of the Night: Daniel Oliveira vs. Dileno Lopes</p><p> KO of the Night: Bruce Souto (vs. Ibragim Tibilov)</p><p> Submission of the Night: Daniel Oliveira (vs. Dileno Lopes)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">LFA 102: Munsey vs. Murphy (Saturday, Week 1, March 2021)</span></span></span></strong></strong></span></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/89458423-7d93-4680-82a2-6d97051c32ef" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="LFA_102_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/LFA_102_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/75043028-4346-4b11-bfb7-c8e06fbc1739" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="LFA_102_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/LFA_102_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> Title Result: None</p><p> </p><p> Fight of the Night: Matt Munsey vs. Joe Murphy</p><p> KO of the Night: Ozzy Dugulubgov (vs. Jacob Rosales)</p><p> Submission of the Night: Kevin Syler (vs. Muhsin Corbbrey)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">RCC 8 (Sunday, Week 1, March 2021)</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/28efdecf-5088-4809-8a67-d80c59679a40" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="RCC_8_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/RCC_8_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/27109121-5633-4ccd-b2ba-5cdaf0cbb5c7" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="RCC_8_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/RCC_8_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></p><p> </p><p> Title Result: None</p><p> </p><p> Fight of the Night: Akhmed Aliev vs. Islam Mamedov</p><p> KO of the Night: Nariman Abbasov (vs. Mikhail Odintsov)</p><p> Submission of the Night: Salim Touahri (vs. Aigun Akhmedov)</p><p> Performance Bonus: Marif Paraev vs. Alexander Shabliy</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Predictions</strong></p><p> </p><p> <strong>vladjarca</strong>: 8/16 (50%) Round 1 Total: 88/135 (65%)</p><p> <strong>Majster_93</strong>: Round 1 Total: 12/16 (75%)</p>

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Friday, Week 2, March 2021

 

 

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Denis "The Russian Bogatyr" Goltsov (24-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #8, Favorite: -610) vs. Cain Velasquez (14-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +480)

 

Denis Goltsov is an accomplished striker, and opportunistic grappler. He stands a very lean 6'5", however despite his thinner frame, he carries explosive one punch power. He is dangerous no matter where the fight goes. He recently broke a six fight winning streak with a third round TKO loss to Ali Isaev in his last fight. Cain Velasquez has heavy hands, and overpowering wrestling. He likes to bully opponents with wrestling, eventually getting the fight to the ground, where he finishes with brutal ground and pound. He attempted to make a comeback in the UFC in 2019, and was knocked out in 26 seconds by Francis Ngannou.

 

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Alexander "Drago" Volkov (32-8, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -1080) vs. Mike "The Honey Badger" Hackert (6-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #18, Underdog: +860)

 

Alexander Volkov is an excellent striker with a background in a variety of Karate forms, he has powerful boxing, and a well rounded kicking game. He is difficult to take down or submit, and can finish with strikes on the ground. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Walt Harris in his last fight. Mike Hackert has some decent low kicks, but generally employs a gameplan of taking people down, and grinding out decisions on the ground. He has not fought since 2013, and is coming off a first round knock out loss to Smealinho Rama in his last fight.

 

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Anthony "Rumble" Johnson (22-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -380) vs. Hugo "Silverback" Cunha (5-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +300)

 

Anthony Johnson started his career as a massive Welterweight, but had trouble with weight cutting, and has moved all the way to Heavyweight, where he doesn't have to worry about it. He has strong wrestling and jiu-jitsu, but prefers to stand and strike, headhunting for one punch knockouts. He hasn't fought since 2017, when he lost a second round submission to Daniel Cormier. Hugo Cunha has little in the way of striking skills, but has big power in his fists. His real strength is on the ground where his black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and strong wrestling and takedowns, lead to finishes with either strikes or submissions. He has won all five of his professional fights, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Henrique Silva Lopes in his last fight.

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Jared Rosholt (20-8, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #7, Favorite: -120) vs. Satoshi Ishii (22-10-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #10, Underdog: -110)

 

Jared Rosholt doesn't have much of a striking game, other than some power in his punches. He likes to get people to the ground and grind out decisions, or work ground and pound for finishes. He recently broke a three fight winning streak with a fourth round TKO loss to Ali Isaev in his last fight. Satoshii Ishi is an Olympic Gold Medalist in Judo, and a student of Jiu-Jitsu, and while he's not much for striking, if he gets you down he has a world class ground game, where he prefers to work submissions. He is on a two fight losing streak, and is coming off a Majority Decision loss to Denis Goltsov in his last fight.

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: "The Bulldozer" Tanner Boser (19-6-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Underdog: +130) vs. Aleksander Emelianenko (28-7-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #5, Favorite: -170)

 

Tanner Boser has some technical boxing skill, but prefers to take opponents down, and rain down ground and pound from on top. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a second round TKO victory over Raphael Pessoa in his last fight. Aleksander Emelianenko is a powerful striking game, and a background in combat Sambo. He has brutal knees from the Thai clinch, and massive ground and pound to finish on the ground. He has not lost since 2014, and is coming off a Draw against Tony Johnson that broke a five fight winning streak.

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Arjan Bhullar (10-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #3, Favorite: -820) vs. Tyler "The Beast" East (15-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #12, Underdog: +650)

 

Arjan Bhullar was on the Canadian Olympic Wrestling Team in 2012, and while he has power in his strikes, his strength is bullying people with wrestling, mostly grinding out decisions, with stifling top control, and brutal ground an pound. He is on a three fight winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Mauro Cerilli in his last fight. Tyler East has heavy hands, but likes to bully people with wrestling, before finishing with strikes on the ground. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Brian Heden in his last fight.

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Valentin Moldavsky (11-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #9, Favorite: -760) vs. Mark "The Hand Of" Godbeer (13-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #16, Underdog: +600)

 

Valentin Moldavsky is a Sambo fighter. He has some powerful boxing, but likes to get opponents down and work on the ground. He got a few submissions early in his career, but now takes more of a low-risk grinding style toward Decision wins. He is on a five fight winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Roy Nelson. Mark Godbeer is a kickboxer that likes to keep the fight on the feet, he has a varied, and powerful striking game, but doesn't tend to do well if taken to the ground. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Dmitriy Sosnovskiy in his last fight.

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Evgeny Goncharov (14-3-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Favorite: -860) vs. Mohammed "The Motor" Usman (7-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #22, Underdog: +680)

 

Evgeny Goncharov is a crisp, powerful boxer, with good wrestling, and a ground game that is strong positionally, and leads to a strong submission game, or ground an pound. He is coming off a third round submission loss to Mukhomad Vakhaev in his last fight. Mohammed Usman is a wrestler, with heavy hands. He likes to bully opponents with wrestling, getting the fight to the ground, where he can finish with kimura submissions, or ground and pound, or grind out a result with stifling top control. He is on a four fight winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Terrance Hodges in his last fight.

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Justin "Bad Man" Tafa (4-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #14, Underdog: +100) vs. Nils "Caveman" Van Noord (17-9-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #19, Favorite: -110)

 

Justin Tafa has crisp, powerful boxing, with excellent footwork, and massive knees from the Muay Thai clinch. He prefers to finish with strikes on the ground. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Juan Adams in his last fight. Nills Van Noord is a high level kickboxer, with power in his punches and kicks, he has decent wrestling, and very good takedown defence, but if the fight does get to the ground, he has little defence. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Mauro Cerilli in his last fight.

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Adam "Kung Fu Panda" Dyczka (7-1-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Underdog: +200) vs. Muhammed "Mo Muscle" DeReese (8-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -260)

 

Adam Dyczka is a powerful striking, with decent takedown and submission defence. He can use massive elbows from the Thai clinch, and finish with ground and pound on the ground. He is coming off a second round TKO loss to Ciryl Gane in his last fight. Muhammed DeReese is a Florida State high school wrestling champion, and is a fantastic athlete with a dominant top game, who can finish with ground and pound. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Jared Rosholt in his last fight.

 

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Cyril "Silverback" Asker (9-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #13, Favorite: -720) vs. Michal "Blackbeard" Martinek (8-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #20, Underdog: +570)

 

Cyril Asker was a boxer before entering MMA, and has a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Asker has nice footwork and will strike from range when he can, but he's content to work for clinch takedowns when threatened. Once the fight is on the ground he can finish with strikes or submissions. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Tai Tuivasa in his last fight. Michael Martinek doesn't have much of a striking game, but if he gets you down he will look to finish with strikes. He is coming off a second round TKO loss to Daniel James in his last fight.

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Viktor Pesta (15-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #11, Favorite: -650) vs. Marcus "Caveman" Vanttinen (24-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +510)

 

Viktor Pesta is primarily a grappler with a heavy top game. His striking game is raw, but he does possess very dangerous dirty boxing. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Michal Martinek in his last fight. Marcus Vanttinen is a well rounded mixed martial artist. Decent in all areas of MMA, he doesn't really excel at any one thing, half of his victories have come by submission. He hasn't fought since 2017, is on a 2 fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Mikhail Zayats in his last fight.

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Adam Palasz (3-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #23, Underdog: +260) vs. Rico "Prince of Kickboxing" Verhoeven (1-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -330)

 

Adam Palasz is a crisp, powerful boxer, who loves to strike on the feet, he has very strong takedown defence, and decent submission defence. All his wins have come by strikes on the ground. He has won all three of his professional fights, and is coming off a first round TKO victory over Dawid Ostaszewski in his last fight. Rico Verhoeven is a world class kickboxer, with crisp, powerful punches and kicks, good footwork, and creative use of his strikes. His takedown and submission defence are below par, and have yet to be tested in his young career. He fought his only fight back in 2015, defeating Viktor Bogutzki by first round TKO.

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: "King" Cole Konrad (9-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #6, Favorite: -1200) vs. Lee "The Grampinator" Mein (11-14, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #24, Underdog: +950)

 

Cole Konrad is a strong wrestler, with no real striking game, but he likes to bully people with his wrestling, then get them down and grind out fights from smothering top control, or finish with submissions. He hasn't fought since 2012, and has won all 9 of his professional fights, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Eric Prindle in his last fight. Lee Mein is by far the oldest fighter in the CTC, the Lethbridge, Alberta product is 53 years of age, and still has power in his fists, and decent ground an pound. He may be getting better with age, as he has won 5 of his last 6 fights, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Grayson Wells in his last fight.

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Raphael "The Silencer" Butler (9-2-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #17, Favorite: -430) vs. Felipe Micheletti (0-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +340)

 

Raphael Butler has a varied, and powerful striking game, and can finish with strikes or submissions on the ground, known as a finisher, he has only gone the distance once in his career, a Draw against Nick Rossborough. He is coming off a third round TKO loss to Tony Johnson in his last fight in 2016. Felipe Micheletti makes his MMA debut. He is a brutally powerful kickboxer, with a creative and varied striking game, however it remains to be seen if he has developed the takedown or submission defence to compete in an MMA world.

 

 

 

Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix First Round Bout: Chris "Huggy Bear" Barnett (20-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #15, Underdog: +480) vs. Chris "The Big Buck" Birchler (7-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #21, Favorite: -610)

 

Chris Barnett has an exciting fight style, he is willing to wing punches with anyone, and while he possesses no real threat on the ground, Barnett has shown the ability to avoid submissions and regain his feet against better grapplers. He is on a five fight winning streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Rashaun Jackson in his last fight. Chris Birchler is a wrestler, who relies on his brute strength, power takedowns, and ground and pound. While the rest of his game is limited, he is a threat with the skills he already possesses. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Marcus Govan in his last fight.

 

 

 

Weigh-In Results

 

Denis Goltsov (227 lbs) vs. Cain Velasquez (245 lbs)

Alexander Volkov (250 lbs) vs. Mike Hackert (235 lbs)

Anthony Johnson (265 lbs) vs. Hugo Cunha (260 lbs)

Jared Rosholt (265 lbs) vs. Satoshi Ishii (245 lbs)

Tanner Boser (265 lbs) vs. Aleksander Emelianenko (265 lbs)

Arjan Bhullar (243 lbs) vs. Tyler East (240 lbs)

Valentin Moldavsky (235 lbs) vs. Mark Godbeer (238 lbs)

Evgeny Goncharov (250 lbs) vs. Mohammed Usman (250 lbs)

Justin Tafa (265 lbs) vs. Nills Van Noord (234 lbs)

Adam Dyczka (265 lbs) vs. Muhammed DeReese (248 lbs)

 

Cyril Asker (241 lbs) vs. Michal Martinek (246 lbs)

Viktor Pesta (242 lbs) vs. Marcus Vanttinen (220 lbs)

Adam Palasz (265 lbs) vs. Rico Verhoeven (265 lbs)

Cole Konrad (265 lbs) vs. Lee Mein (246 lbs)

Raphael Butler (265 lbs) vs. Felipe Micheletti (243 lbs)

Chris Barnett (265 lbs) vs. Chris Birchler (248 lbs)

 

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 14 Full Fight Card

 

HW: Denis Goltsov vs. Cain Velasquez

HW: Alexander Volkov vs. Mike Hackert

HW: Anthony Johnson vs. Hugo Cunha

HW: Jared Rosholt vs. Satoshi Ishii

HW: Tanner Boser vs. Aleksander Emelianenko

HW: Arjan Bhullar vs. Tyler East

HW: Valentin Moldavsky vs. Mark Godbeer

HW: Evgeny Goncharov vs. Mohammed Usman

HW: Justin Tafa vs. Nills Van Noord

HW: Adam Dyczka vs. Muhammed DeReese

 

HW: Cyril Asker vs. Michal Martinek

HW: Viktor Pesta vs. Marcus Vanttinen

HW: Adam Palasz vs. Rico Verhoeven

HW: Cole Konrad vs. Lee Mein

HW: Raphael Butler vs. Felipe Micheletti

HW: Chris Barnett vs. Chris Birchler

[vladjarca]

<p>Look at these studs!</p><p> </p><p>

HW: Denis Goltsov vs. <strong>Cain Velasquez</strong></p><p>

HW: <strong>Alexander Volkov</strong> vs. Mike Hackert</p><p>

HW: Anthony Johnson vs. <strong>Hugo Cunha</strong></p><p>

HW: Jared Rosholt vs. <strong>Satoshi Ishii</strong></p><p>

HW:<strong> Tanner Boser</strong> vs. Aleksander Emelianenko</p><p>

HW: <strong>Arjan Bhullar</strong> vs. Tyler East</p><p>

HW: <strong>Valentin Moldavsky</strong> vs. Mark Godbeer</p><p>

HW: Evgeny Goncharov vs. <strong>Mohammed Usman</strong></p><p>

HW: <strong>Justin Tafa</strong> vs. Nills Van Noord</p><p>

HW: Adam Dyczka vs. <strong>Muhammed DeReese</strong></p><p> </p><p>

HW: <strong>Cyril Asker</strong> vs. Michal Martinek</p><p>

HW: Viktor Pesta vs. <strong>Marcus Vanttinen</strong></p><p>

HW: Adam Palasz vs. <strong>Rico Verhoeven</strong></p><p>

HW: <strong>Cole Konrad </strong>vs. Lee Mein</p><p>

HW: Raphael Butler vs. <strong>Felipe Micheletti</strong></p><p>

HW: Chris Barnett vs. <strong>Chris Birchler</strong></p>

[Majster_93]

HW: Denis Goltsov vs. Cain Velasquez

HW: Alexander Volkov vs. Mike Hackert

HW: Anthony Johnson vs. Hugo Cunha

HW: Jared Rosholt vs. Satoshi Ishii

HW: Tanner Boser vs. Aleksander Emelianenko

HW: Arjan Bhullar vs. Tyler East

HW: Valentin Moldavsky vs. Mark Godbeer

HW: Evgeny Goncharov vs. Mohammed Usman

HW: Justin Tafa vs. Nills Van Noord

HW: Adam Dyczka vs. Muhammed DeReese

 

HW: Cyril Asker vs. Michal Martinek

HW: Viktor Pesta vs. Marcus Vanttinen

HW: Adam Palasz vs. Rico Verhoeven

HW: Cole Konrad vs. Lee Mein

HW: Raphael Butler vs. Felipe Micheletti

HW: Chris Barnett vs. Chris Birchler