Canadian Tournament Combat 4: Back To the Real World

CageRage · February 14, 2021

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Friday, Week 4, November 2021

Live From Victoria, British Columbia

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STRAWWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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Daichi Kitakata (22-11-1-2NC, 2-1 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Underdog: +280) vs. Azam Gaforov (14-2, 2-1 CTC, From: Tajikistan, Favorite: -360)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The first of the prelim fights is Daichi Kitakata competing against Azam Gaforov.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Sal D'Amato, Nelson Hamilton, and Ricardo Almeida.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:54) Gaforov lands a left hand and then scores with a lovely right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:40) Kitakata backs off until pressed against the cage, dazed but alert enough to know to retreat and cover up! Gaforov follows, sensing a chance to end the fight here and now!
(Rd 1 - 14:40) Gaforov goes under the guard and nails Kitakata with a right uppercut! What a shot!
(Rd 1 - 14:36) Gaforov lands a crunching head kick on Kitakata, who collapses! He's out cold!
(Rd 1 - 14:24) The winner, by knock out; Azam Gaforov!

Official Result: Azam Gaforov defeats Daichi Kitakata (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:36 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Azam Gaforov thanks everyone connected to Akhmat Fight Club for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially.

BANTAMWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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Ian "The Barn Owl" Loveland (20-11, 2-1 CTC, From: Portland, Oregon, Favorite: -250) vs. Nick "Garfield" Mamalis (31-15-1NC, 2-1 CTC, From: Rock Springs, Wyoming, Underdog: +190)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Ian 'The Barn Owl' Loveland goes head to head with Nick 'Garfield' Mamalis in the CTC Bantamweight division.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Nelson Hamilton, Ricardo Almeida, and Tony Weeks.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Loveland moves around, keeping warm, as the introductions are made. He looks ready to go.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) An offer to touch gloves is completely ignored by Mamalis.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Loveland counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hook to the ribs that doesn't land.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 14:08) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 14:08) Loveland misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a solid right hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:45) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 13:45) Loveland misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Mamalis attacks with a left jab and a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:26) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 13:02) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 13:02) Mamalis misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 12:30) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 12:30) Loveland slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with two jabs that are followed by a left hook to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 12:05) Mamalis stalks forward, pressuring Loveland.
(Rd 1 - 12:05) Loveland hits two left hands on the counter.
(Rd 1 - 12:05) Mamalis can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 11:43) Loveland attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 11:43) Mamalis hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 11:43) Loveland connects with a jab but a big right to the body fails to find the target.
(Rd 1 - 11:23) Mamalis comes forward, walking down Loveland.
(Rd 1 - 11:23) Loveland lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 11:23) Mamalis throws a two-punch combo but Loveland avoids both.
(Rd 1 - 11:05) Loveland steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 11:05) Mamalis manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 11:05) Loveland connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 10:56) Covering up, Mamalis backs off until pressed up against the cage! He is hurt!
(Rd 1 - 10:56) Loveland smashes Mamalis with a big right hand through the guard! Mamalis can do nothing but try and cover up!
(Rd 1 - 10:48) Loveland comes in close and smashes Mamalis with a right hand! Down he goes! He is out!
(Rd 1 - 10:41) By knock out, the winner is Ian Loveland!

Official Result: Ian 'The Barn Owl' Loveland defeats Nick 'Garfield' Mamalis (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:19 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Ian Loveland praises his team at American Top Team Portland, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks a fight against Randy Costa would probably be a great contest.

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STRAWWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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Yosuke "Tobizaru No. 2" Saruta (22-10-3, 2-1 CTC, From: Kawaguchi, Japan, Favorite: -690) vs. Yoshihiro "Child" Matsunaga (10-13-3, 2-1 CTC, From: Hinase, Japan, Underdog: +550)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our first main fight is up next, in which Yosuke 'Tobizaru No. 2' Saruta competes against Yoshihiro 'Child' Matsunaga.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Matt Hume, Sal D'Amato, and Nelson Hamilton.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 14:48) Matsunaga throws a punch but Saruta avoids it.
(Rd 1 - 14:32) It looked like we were about to see Saruta try and get some grappling started, but Matsunaga was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 14:32) Matsunaga connects with a jab, but Saruta evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 14:15) Saruta shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 14:15) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Matsunaga is left on his back pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 14:09) Saruta pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 13:53) Matsunaga tries to catch Saruta with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 13:33) Saruta tries to pound on Matsunaga, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 13:21) Matsunaga throws out some punches, but Saruta leans back to avoid them.
(Rd 1 - 13:04) Saruta starts trying to work to get past the guard.
(Rd 1 - 13:04) He eventually passes, but only into half guard.
(Rd 1 - 12:39) Saruta looks to get past the half guard.
(Rd 1 - 12:39) Matsunaga can do nothing about the pass, and gets mounted.
(Rd 1 - 12:13) Saruta attempts to set up an armbar on Matsunaga from the mount.
(Rd 1 - 12:13) Matsunaga not only defends the armbar, but also stacks up Saruta and hits several punches before gaining side control.
(Rd 1 - 11:39) Matsunaga pounds away but Saruta deals with the blows fairly easily.
(Rd 1 - 11:20) Saruta takes the opportunity and manages to pull half guard.
(Rd 1 - 11:02) Looking to catch his breath, Matsunaga is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 10:38) Saruta tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Matsunaga doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 10:18) Matsunaga fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Saruta struggles and manages to go from half guard to full guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:34) In guard, Matsunaga throws a couple of punches designed to keep Saruta guessing.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) From the bottom, Saruta glances an elbow strike off the top of the head.
(Rd 1 - 09:00) Matsunaga fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) Saruta tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) Saruta cannot secure the arm.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Matsunaga clings very tight to Saruta while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.
(Rd 1 - 08:00) Matsunaga leans back, preventing Saruta from throwing any elbows to the top of the head.
(Rd 1 - 07:46) Matsunaga fires off a few punches.
(Rd 1 - 07:30) We move into the second half of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:30) Matsunaga throws a few relatively weak right hands.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Saruta tries to catch Matsunaga with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 07:02) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 06:51) Saruta looked like he was going to shoot, but Matsunaga simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 06:51) A jab hits home from Matsunaga and then he catches Saruta with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:51) Saruta looks to have been cut under his eye.
(Rd 1 - 06:35) There's a takedown attempt from Saruta.
(Rd 1 - 06:35) Saruta gets a single leg takedown! Matsunaga pulls guard off it.
(Rd 1 - 06:22) In guard, Saruta begins working to pass to side control.
(Rd 1 - 06:22) He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.
(Rd 1 - 05:48) Saruta leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Matsunaga.
(Rd 1 - 05:32) Saruta tries to pound on Matsunaga, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 05:13) Matsunaga throws out some punches, but Saruta leans back to avoid them.
(Rd 1 - 05:02) Saruta looks to get past the guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:02) Matsunaga can't fend off the effort, and can only stop Saruta at half guard.
(Rd 1 - 04:35) Saruta punches down at Matsunaga, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 04:14) Matsunaga works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.
(Rd 1 - 04:14) It's a bad choice though, as Saruta seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.
(Rd 1 - 03:57) Saruta throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 03:28) Saruta throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 03:01) Saruta blocks Matsunaga as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 02:47) Saruta throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 02:25) Matsunaga tries to pull guard on Saruta but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 02:12) Saruta fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 01:55) Saruta tries to lock Matsunaga into an arm triangle.
(Rd 1 - 01:55) Matsunaga defends himself well and is in no danger.
(Rd 1 - 01:17) Matsunaga tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 01:04) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) Matsunaga looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) Saruta appeared to be going for a takedown, but Matsunaga took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) Matsunaga lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 1 - 00:38) Matsunaga fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.
(Rd 1 - 00:33) Saruta seizes the chance and shoots in on Matsunaga.
(Rd 1 - 00:25) Matsunaga almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Saruta has hold of one leg.
(Rd 1 - 00:25) Unable to complete the takedown, Saruta instead pushes Matsunaga up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:12) With the cage trapping Matsunaga, Saruta looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.
(Rd 1 - 00:12) The takedown doesn't work, Matsunaga blocked it and then turns it so that Saruta is the one against the cage.
(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 Saruta the win.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Yosuke 'Tobizaru No. 2' Saruta is the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Yosuke 'Tobizaru No. 2' Saruta defeats Yoshihiro 'Child' Matsunaga (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Yosuke Saruta thanks everyone connected to Grabaka for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Yosuke Saruta gives a show of respect to his opponent. He knows exactly how to handle these sort of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself.

STRAWWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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Haruo Ochi (20-9-2, 2-1 CTC, From: Saijo, Japan, Underdog: +230) vs. "Nobita" Yoshitaka Naito (17-4, 2-1 CTC, From: Inzai, Japan, Favorite: -290)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Haruo Ochi faces 'Nobita' Yoshitaka Naito.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Dan Miragliotta.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Tony Weeks, Matt Hume, and Sal D'Amato.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Naito comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Ochi fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Naito can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Ochi misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:11) Moving forward constantly, Naito is pressuring Ochi.
(Rd 1 - 14:11) Naito is now in the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 14:11) Naito can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 13:54) Naito steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 13:54) Ochi hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:54) A jab hits home from Naito and then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 13:30) Naito steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 13:30) Ochi throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 13:30) Naito can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 13:10) There's a takedown attempt from Ochi.
(Rd 1 - 13:10) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Naito has to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 13:00) Ochi fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 12:36) Ochi fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 12:12) Using his leg strength to push Ochi back a bit, Naito looks to scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 12:12) There wasn't enough separation though, Ochi is able to catch him and secure side control.
(Rd 1 - 11:47) Looking to catch his breath, Ochi is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 11:19) Ochi blocks Naito as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 11:08) Ochi throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 10:41) Ochi blocks Naito as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 10:30) Ochi tries to lock Naito into an arm triangle.
(Rd 1 - 10:30) Naito defends himself well and is in no danger.
(Rd 1 - 09:56) Naito tries to pull guard on Ochi but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) In side control, Ochi throws a couple of punches designed to keep Naito guessing.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Ochi blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:02) In side control, Ochi throws a couple of punches designed to keep Naito guessing.
(Rd 1 - 08:35) Naito tries to pull guard on Ochi but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 08:20) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Dan Miragliotta standing them both back up.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 07:36) Naito comes forward on the attack.
(Rd 1 - 07:36) Ochi fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 07:36) A feint is bought entirely by Ochi, leaving him wide open.
(Rd 1 - 07:36) A jab is wide from Naito, but then he hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) Naito forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) Ochi fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) Naito throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 06:54) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 06:31) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.
(Rd 1 - 06:06) Naito forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:06) Ochi lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 06:06) A jab hits home from Naito and then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 05:52) Naito comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 05:52) Ochi tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 05:52) Naito can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Ochi with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 05:36) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.
(Rd 1 - 05:13) Naito can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) Ochi looks like he wants to shoot but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) A jab hits home from Naito and then he catches Ochi with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 04:23) Naito closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 04:23) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Ochi, but Naito was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 04:23) Naito can't connect with a jab, but then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 04:11) Ochi shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 04:11) Naito gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:59) Ochi throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 1 - 03:41) Time slips away as Ochi successfully keeps Naito stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 03:09) Ochi throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 1 - 02:42) Naito reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.
(Rd 1 - 02:42) A straight armbar is applied, Ochi has to tap out before his arm is hyper-extended!
(Rd 1 - 02:26) The winner, by submission; Yoshitaka Naito!

Official Result: 'Nobita' Yoshitaka Naito defeats Haruo Ochi (Submission (Armbar) in 12:34 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Yoshitaka Naito thanks everyone connected to Paraestra Matsuda for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He says he has a lot of respect for Hauo Ochi and praises his toughness.

STRAWWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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Joshua "The Passion" Pacio (21-4, 2-1 CTC, From: La Trinidad, Philippines, Favorite: -1140) vs. Junji "Sarumaru" Ito (18-9-1, 2-1 CTC, From: Yokohoma, Japan, Underdog: +910)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Joshua 'The Passion' Pacio battles Junji 'Sarumaru' Ito.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Tony Weeks, and Matt Hume.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 14:54) Ito steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 14:54) Pacio hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 14:54) Ito fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 14:33) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 14:33) Ito slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 14:10) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 13:41) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 13:41) Pacio hits a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:41) Ito hits a couple of jabs and also hits a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:14) Ito comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 13:14) Ito confidently steps into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 13:14) A one-two from Ito fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 13:06) Shoulders hunched, Ito studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity.
(Rd 1 - 12:56) Pacio appeared to be going for a takedown, but Ito took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 12:56) Ito fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 12:44) Ito comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 12:44) Pacio lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 12:44) Ito hits a left jab and then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 12:32) Pacio chooses to shoot in on Ito.
(Rd 1 - 12:32) Pacio gets hold of a leg but Ito remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 1 - 12:32) Pacio can't get Ito down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 12:20) Ito is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 12:08) Pacio hits a knee strike to the thigh.
(Rd 1 - 12:00) Ito gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 11:46) Pacio pins Ito up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 1 - 11:29) Ito is trapped against the cage and Pacio punishes him with some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 11:09) Showing his ability to exert control, Pacio smothers Ito up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 11:09) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.
(Rd 1 - 10:01) With no progress being made, referee Marc Goddard separates the two fighters.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Ito comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Pacio throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Ito lands a left jab but the following kick to the body misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) There's a takedown attempt from Pacio.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Pacio can't get past the sprawl of Ito and has to give up on the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:57) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.
(Rd 1 - 08:35) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Ito dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:46) Ito comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 07:46) Pacio hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 07:46) Two left hands land from Ito, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 07:19) Ito can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 07:07) Ito comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 07:07) Pacio misses with a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 07:07) Ito uses a left jab but Pacio avoids the low kick that it set up.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) Ito stalks forward, pressuring Pacio.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) Pacio manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) A jab is wide from Ito, but then he hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 06:21) Ito comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 06:21) Ito confidently steps into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 06:21) Ito can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 05:56) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 05:35) Ito moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Pacio into exchanging strikes.
(Rd 1 - 05:35) Pacio hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 05:35) Ito lands a left hand and then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 05:15) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) Ito comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) Pacio scores with two counter jabs.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) Ito hits a left jab and then he lands a right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:34) Ito forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 04:34) Pacio hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 04:34) A jab hits home from Ito and then he hits Pacio with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:23) Ito is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 1 - 04:12) Ito closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 04:12) Pacio, backing off, hits a weak left hand.
(Rd 1 - 04:12) Ito lands two left hands and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 03:49) A jab is wide from Ito, but then he hits Pacio with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 03:49) Pacio appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.
(Rd 1 - 03:37) Ito steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 03:37) Pacio throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 03:37) Ito lands two jabs and then he catches Pacio with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 03:11) Ito initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 03:11) Pacio hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 03:11) A jab is wide from Ito, but then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 02:48) Ito moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Pacio into exchanging strikes.
(Rd 1 - 02:48) Pacio scores with two counter jabs.
(Rd 1 - 02:48) Two left hands land from Ito, but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 02:28) Ito uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 02:11) Ito comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 02:11) Pacio lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 02:11) Ito throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 02:01) Ito attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 02:01) Pacio hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 02:01) Ito lands a left jab but Pacio evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 01:32) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 01:08) Ito comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:08) Pacio lands a weak, tentative jab.
(Rd 1 - 01:08) Ito lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:53) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 00:25) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely 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 Ito down as the winner.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Making Junji 'Sarumaru' Ito the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Junji 'Sarumaru' Ito defeats Joshua 'The Passion' Pacio (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 Grabaka, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Junji Ito says that he knows that beating Joshua Pacio is a big upset but that he always believed in himself.

BANTAMWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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Eduardo "Dudu" Dantas (23-8, 2-1 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Favorite: -1120) vs. Mark "Bumblebee" de la Rosa (12-7, 1-0 CTC, From: Fort Worth, Texas, Underdog: +890)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Eduardo 'Dudu' Dantas goes up against Mark 'Bumblebee' de la Rosa.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Dan Miragliotta.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Tony Weeks, Matt Hume, and Sal D'Amato.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 14:48) Dantas moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.
(Rd 1 - 14:48) de la Rosa appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Dantas took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 14:48) Dantas lands a left hand and then lands a big right hand.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Dantas steps in and looks to unleash.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Dantas hits a left jab and then hits a vicious high right kick to the side of the head!
(Rd 1 - 14:29) de la Rosa hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!
(Rd 1 - 14:12) Dantas knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on de la Rosa, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!
(Rd 1 - 14:12) Dantas fires away and manages to connect with two or three heavy shots that rock de la Rosa!
(Rd 1 - 13:53) Dantas tries to lock de la Rosa into a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 13:53) de la Rosa stops Dantas from applying it.
(Rd 1 - 13:31) de la Rosa tries a sweep from the bottom of side control, but doesn't budge Dantas.
(Rd 1 - 13:14) Dantas attempts to arm triangle de la Rosa from side control.
(Rd 1 - 13:14) de la Rosa stops Dantas from applying it.
(Rd 1 - 12:57) Dantas blocks an attempted sweep.
(Rd 1 - 12:45) Dantas tries to ensnare de la Rosa in a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 12:45) Dantas gets the kimura, twists the arm backwards, and de la Rosa has to tap!
(Rd 1 - 12:24) The winner, by submission; Eduardo Dantas!

Official Result: Eduardo 'Dudu' Dantas defeats Mark 'Bumblebee' de la Rosa (Submission (Kimura) in 2:36 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Eduardo Dantas praises his team at Nova Uniao, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Naming a local club, Eduardo Dantas invites everyone along to his post-show winners party to celebrate with him. He gave a good performance, engaging with the crowd and making himself look great.

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX SEMI-FINAL BOUT

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Khusein "Lion" Askhabov (23-0, 3-0 CTC, From: Grazny, Chechnya, Favorite: -590) vs. Zviad Lazishvili (16-0, 3-0 CTC, From: Kobuleti, Georgia, Underdog: +470)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Khusein 'Lion' Askhabov squares off with Zviad Lazishvili.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Dan Miragliotta.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Matt Hume, Sal D'Amato, and Nelson Hamilton.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:51) Lazishvili had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 14:51) Askhabov connects with two left hands and then hits Lazishvili with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Askhabov connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) Askhabov moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) Lazishvili uses a left jab while backing away.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) A jab lands from Askhabov, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:48) Askhabov lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 13:28) Lazishvili shoots in hard and fast for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 13:28) Askhabov gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 13:19) Lazishvili throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 1 - 12:49) Lazishvili looks to pass guard and get side control.
(Rd 1 - 12:49) Askhabov allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.
(Rd 1 - 12:36) Lazishvili manages to come out on top with side control.
(Rd 1 - 12:23) Lazishvili throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 11:53) Askhabov tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 11:34) Lazishvili tries to pound on Askhabov, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 11:15) Lazishvili blocks Askhabov as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 11:04) Lazishvili fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 10:45) Askhabov tries to pull guard on Lazishvili but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 10:30) Lazishvili fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 10:08) Askhabov tries to pull guard on Lazishvili but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 09:50) Lazishvili fires off some rights, but Askhabov isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 09:32) Askhabov tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 09:12) With no progress being made, referee Dan Miragliotta stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 08:58) Lazishvili may have been aiming to get in close, but Askhabov aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 08:58) Askhabov uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) Askhabov studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.
(Rd 1 - 08:44) Askhabov moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 1 - 08:44) Askhabov can't connect with a jab, but then hits a high right kick to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) Askhabov fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Lazishvili with a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 08:16) Without taking too much damage, Lazishvili is able to clinch with Askhabov.
(Rd 1 - 08:08) Lazishvili is trying to muscle Askhabov up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:08) Askhabov ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:54) Lazishvili has gotten hold of Askhabov and may be looking for a suplex.
(Rd 1 - 07:54) Askhabov stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple and put Lazishvili against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Lazishvili takes a sharp stomp to the foot.
(Rd 1 - 07:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:21) Lazishvili takes a knee strike just above the hip.
(Rd 1 - 07:09) Askhabov hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 06:57) Lazishvili is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) Askhabov goes for a knee to the thigh but Lazishvili pulls the clinch tighter to block it.
(Rd 1 - 06:27) Askhabov looks for a knee strike, but Lazishvili out-wrestles him and switches them around so that he is in the dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Askhabov acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head.
(Rd 1 - 05:47) Lazishvili had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 05:47) Askhabov can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) Lazishvili looked like he was going to shoot, but Askhabov simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) Askhabov can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Lazishvili with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 05:11) Askhabov throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) Lazishvili seizes the chance and grabs Askhabov into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 04:59) Lazishvili is trying to push Askhabov so that his back is up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:59) Lazishvili manages it and controls Askhabov up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) Lazishvili has solid control and appears to be trying to set up a suplex attempt.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) Askhabov blocks the takedown attempt and turns Lazishvili around so that he has his back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:32) With the cage trapping Lazishvili, Askhabov looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.
(Rd 1 - 04:32) He gets a big takedown and he is left on top of a turtled up Lazishvili.
(Rd 1 - 04:19) Askhabov attempts to flatten Lazishvili out for a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 04:19) Lazishvili can't fight off the rear naked choke, and once he is flattened out he has to tap!
(Rd 1 - 03:40) Khusein 'Lion' Askhabov takes the win by submission!

Official Result: Khusein 'Lion' Askhabov defeats Zviad Lazishvili (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 11:20 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Khusein Askhabov praises his team at American Top Team, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Eduardo Dantas would be a particularly good contest.

BANTAMWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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Cory Sandhagen (15-3, 2-1 CTC, From: Aurora, Colorado, Favorite: -1000) vs. Soo Chul Kim (18-6-1, 2-1 CTC, From: Seoul, South Korea, Underdog: +790)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Cory Sandhagen against Soo Chul Kim.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Dan Miragliotta.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Tony Weeks, Matt Hume, and Sal D'Amato.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Sandhagen looks significantly bigger than Kim as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:54) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 14:54) Kim misses with a big right hand, allowing Sandhagen to counter with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked.
(Rd 1 - 14:37) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:37) Sandhagen misses a jab but hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 14:37) Kim lands a one-two.
(Rd 1 - 14:20) Kim connects with a jab, but Sandhagen evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 14:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:01) Kim hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 14:01) Sandhagen hits a couple of jabs but fails on a hook attempt to the body.
(Rd 1 - 13:36) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.
(Rd 1 - 13:15) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 13:15) Kim is off target with a pair of jabs but just about lands a head kick.
(Rd 1 - 13:15) Sandhagen misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 12:50) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 12:50) Sandhagen slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 12:36) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 12:36) Sandhagen goes to the legs with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 12:36) Kim doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a left hook to the side of the body.
(Rd 1 - 12:30) Sandhagen glances at his corner and gets a thumbs up in response.
(Rd 1 - 12:17) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:17) Sandhagen finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 1 - 12:17) Kim manages to connect with two punches out of a flurry but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 12:17) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Kim.
(Rd 1 - 11:51) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 11:51) Kim lands a left jab and also lands a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 11:51) Sandhagen hits a jab and also hits a spinning kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 11:31) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 11:31) Sandhagen slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 11:11) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 11:11) Sandhagen misses a jab but lands a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 11:11) Kim attacks with five quick punches and lands three of them but has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 10:51) Sandhagen studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.
(Rd 1 - 10:44) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 10:44) Sandhagen scores with a brace of jabs but doesn't connect with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 10:44) Kim lands with a quick punch but misses with a big right hand.
(Rd 1 - 10:10) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 10:10) Sandhagen scores with a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 10:10) Kim throws three quick punches and lands one of them and then lands a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:43) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Kim.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) The fight will be restarted in the center!
(Rd 1 - 09:25) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Kim goes to the legs with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Sandhagen hits a couple of jabs but misses a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:14) Sandhagen is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) Kim hits a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) Sandhagen connects with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:46) Kim comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 08:46) Sandhagen lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 08:46) A one-two from Kim fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 08:28) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 08:08) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:08) Kim hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.
(Rd 1 - 08:08) Sandhagen finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 1 - 07:46) Sandhagen uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt.
(Rd 1 - 07:46) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Kim is left on his back pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:37) Sandhagen doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest.
(Rd 1 - 07:19) Sandhagen deflects a couple of punches that Kim threw from below.
(Rd 1 - 07:03) Sandhagen throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 06:39) Sandhagen peppers Kim with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.
(Rd 1 - 06:21) Kim pulls Sandhagen in close, then glances an elbow strike off the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 06:11) For the moment Sandhagen is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 05:53) Sandhagen smothers Kim with his body by pushing forward and down.
(Rd 1 - 05:31) Sandhagen fires off a few punches.
(Rd 1 - 05:05) Referee Dan Miragliotta decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) Sandhagen uses a brace of left jabs while backing away, doing no damage at all.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) Kim throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 1 - 04:44) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 04:44) Kim hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right. Sandhagen hits a jab and also gets a glancing blow with a high kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:44) It looks like Sandhagen has been cut under the eye.
(Rd 1 - 04:14) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 04:14) Sandhagen misses with a big right hand, allowing Kim to counter with a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 03:55) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 03:32) Sandhagen glances at the clock.
(Rd 1 - 03:19) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 03:19) Sandhagen hits a left cross. Kim scores with a jab and also lands a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 03:13) Sandhagen is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs.
(Rd 1 - 03:06) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 02:45) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:45) Kim misses a jab but scores with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 02:45) Sandhagen hits a jab and also lands with a left hand to the body.
(Rd 1 - 02:25) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 02:25) Sandhagen hits a pair of jabs but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 02:25) Kim uses a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 02:13) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Sandhagen.
(Rd 1 - 02:13) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.
(Rd 1 - 02:13) The referee signals for the fight to continue!
(Rd 1 - 02:04) Kim comes forward, walking down Sandhagen.
(Rd 1 - 02:04) Sandhagen lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 02:04) A quick flurry of punches from Kim sees two of five hit home and then he hits Sandhagen with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 01:38) Taking a few gulps of breath, Kim is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 1 - 01:26) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:26) Kim misses with a left jab but hits a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 01:26) Sandhagen uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 01:15) Sandhagen is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take.
(Rd 1 - 01:15) Kim glances at the clock, grimacing slightly.
(Rd 1 - 01:04) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 00:33) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:10) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.
(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 Sandhagen the win.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Cory Sandhagen wins by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Cory Sandhagen defeats Soo Chul Kim (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

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 it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Soo Chul Kim.

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX SEMI-FINAL BOUT

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Tatsuya So (21-17-4, 3-0 CTC, From: Okinawa, Japan, Underdog: +190) vs. "Fleet Foot" Ludovico Carignan (3-0, 2-0 CTC, From: Ottawa, Ontario, Favorite: -250)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Tatsuya So takes on 'Fleet Foot' Ludovico Carignan.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Tony Weeks, and Matt Hume.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:50) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 14:31) Looking a bit tense, So moves around the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:16) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 14:16) So misses a jab but scores with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:16) Carignan lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.
(Rd 1 - 14:16) Carignan has a large gash on his forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward his eyes.
(Rd 1 - 13:52) So comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 13:52) Carignan fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 13:52) So hits a left hand but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 13:31) So comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 13:31) Carignan throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 13:31) So lands a jab and then he hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 13:04) So lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 12:40) So steps in and looks to unleash.
(Rd 1 - 12:40) Carignan appeared to be going to try and get in close, but So took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 12:40) So throws a two-punch combo but Carignan avoids both.
(Rd 1 - 12:25) So connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 12:05) So lands a jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 11:51) So steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 11:51) Carignan lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 11:51) So fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 11:30) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 11:30) Carignan misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. So attacks with a left jab and a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 11:14) That was a good example of how So can use his huge reach advantage to win striking battles.
(Rd 1 - 11:02) So moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.
(Rd 1 - 11:02) Carignan had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 11:02) So connects with a nice jab and then hits Carignan with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 10:44) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 10:18) A jab lands from So, but Carignan evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 10:05) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Carignan.
(Rd 1 - 10:05) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue.
(Rd 1 - 10:05) The fight will be restarted in the center!
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Carignan wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) So can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Carignan with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) So can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Carignan with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) So moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) Carignan had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) A jab hits home from So and then he catches Carignan with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) So uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) So lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Carignan starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the nasty cut on his head.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) A jab hits home from So and then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:34) So forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 07:34) Carignan fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 07:34) A jab hits home from So and then he lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:08) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:08) Carignan misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. So attacks with a jab and a solid right hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) So hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 06:28) Carignan warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.
(Rd 1 - 06:28) So can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 06:22) For the first time, So is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 1 - 06:10) Carignan keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.
(Rd 1 - 06:10) So throws a two-punch combo but Carignan avoids both.
(Rd 1 - 05:58) Carignan seizes the chance and grabs So into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 05:51) Carignan is looking to muscle So back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:51) Carignan manages it and controls So up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) The clock is stopped as referee Dan Miragliotta wants to check the cut on Carignan.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) The fight will be restarted in the center!
(Rd 1 - 05:19) So connects with a jab, but Carignan evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 05:09) Carignan is able to grab So.
(Rd 1 - 05:03) Carignan is trying to muscle So up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:03) Carignan achieves it, pinning So to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) Carignan traps So up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 03:40) Showing good control, Carignan keeps So stuck against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:40) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute.
(Rd 1 - 02:45) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Dan Miragliotta brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 02:34) So moves in on Carignan, preparing to throw.
(Rd 1 - 02:34) So hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 02:13) Carignan keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.
(Rd 1 - 02:13) So throws a punch but Carignan avoids it.
(Rd 1 - 02:06) Carignan comes in and grabs So in a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 01:57) Carignan catches So with a knee strike to the body from the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 01:40) Carignan looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.
(Rd 1 - 01:40) He sweeps the leg, sending So to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control!
(Rd 1 - 01:21) Carignan attempts to grab a leg and kneebar So.
(Rd 1 - 01:21) So stops Carignan from hooking a leg.
(Rd 1 - 01:01) Carignan tries to ensnare So in an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 01:01) So fights off the armbar attempt.
(Rd 1 - 00:34) Carignan tries to put So into an americana.
(Rd 1 - 00:34) Carignan gets the americana, wrenches it back, and So has to tap!
(Rd 1 - 00:03) The winner, by submission; Ludovico Carignan!

Official Result: 'Fleet Foot' Ludovico Carignan defeats Tatsuya So (Submission (Americana) in 14:57 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Ludovico Carignan praises his team at Zugec Ulimate Martial Arts, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Yoshitaka Naito would be a tough contest but one that he'd be interested in trying.

BANTAMWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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VS.

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Ray "The Tazmexican Devil" Borg (15-6, 2-1 CTC, From: Alburquerque, New Mexico, Favorite: -540) vs. Henry "The Messenger" Cejudo (18-3, 2-1 CTC, From: Phoenix, Arizona, Underdog: +430)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Ray 'The Tazmexican Devil' Borg battling Henry 'The Messenger' Cejudo.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Tony Weeks, Matt Hume, and Sal D'Amato.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:49) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.
(Rd 1 - 14:49) Cejudo manages to get control of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 14:42) Cejudo is looking to muscle Borg back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:42) Borg doesn't let himself be driven back though.
(Rd 1 - 14:22) Using his wrestling skills, Cejudo is trying to push Borg up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:22) Cejudo doesn't manage it though, Borg defended it well.
(Rd 1 - 14:05) Cejudo tries to wrestle Borg backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:05) Borg doesn't let himself be driven back though.
(Rd 1 - 13:48) Cejudo is trying to muscle Borg up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:48) Borg out-wrestles him though.
(Rd 1 - 13:33) Borg tries to wrestle Cejudo backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:33) Borg manages it and controls Cejudo up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:14) Borg leans all of his weight up against Cejudo, pressing him against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:14) Nothing really happens for the next sixty seconds or so, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.
(Rd 1 - 12:15) Borg tries to smother Cejudo against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Borg against the cage instead.
(Rd 1 - 11:53) 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 - 11:48) Moving in fast, Cejudo wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 11:37) Cejudo tries to wrestle Borg backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 11:37) Cejudo can't do it though, Borg defended it well.
(Rd 1 - 11:24) Cejudo is looking to muscle Borg back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 11:24) Borg ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 11:05) Smothered against the cage, Borg is trapped there, unable to get free.
(Rd 1 - 11:05) They remain up against the cage for the next minute or so, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 10:10) Cejudo exerts total control, keeping Borg smothered against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 10:10) 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 - 09:03) Borg wrestles back against Cejudo, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Cejudo works his way to a dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 08:18) Getting underhooks, Cejudo looks for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:18) Cejudo doesn't get the takedown, Borg instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 07:52) Borg is looking to muscle Cejudo back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:52) Cejudo doesn't let himself be driven back though.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Cejudo is trying to push Borg so that his back is up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) He does so and now has Borg pinned to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) We move into the second half of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) Borg is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Cejudo has over him.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 06:41) Cejudo smothers Borg up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:41) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.
(Rd 1 - 05:35) Cejudo tries to maintain control, but Borg wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Cejudo ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:10) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Marc Goddard brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 05:04) Cejudo steps in and works his way to a dominant position in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 04:49) Using his wrestling skills, Cejudo is trying to push Borg up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:49) Cejudo manages it and controls Borg up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:32) Borg is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Cejudo has over him.
(Rd 1 - 04:32) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 03:20) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Cejudo is keeping Borg pressed up tightly against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:20) The next thirty seconds or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Marc Goddard brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 02:27) Cejudo looked like he was about to shoot, but Borg stepped in fast and started a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 02:14) Borg is looking to muscle Cejudo back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:14) Cejudo isn't going anywhere though.
(Rd 1 - 01:54) Cejudo is trying to muscle Borg up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 01:54) Borg out-wrestles him though.
(Rd 1 - 01:43) Borg tries to wrestle Cejudo backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 01:43) Borg manages it and controls Cejudo up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 01:31) It isn't pretty, but Borg has Cejudo stuck up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 01:31) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 00:29) Using tight body-to-body control, Borg is slowly wearing Cejudo down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.
(Rd 1 - 00:29) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for the remainder of the round.
(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 have Cejudo down as the winner.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Henry 'The Messenger' Cejudo wins by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Henry 'The Messenger' Cejudo defeats Ray 'The Tazmexican Devil' Borg (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Awful.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Henry Cejudo praises his team at Fight Ready, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He says he has a lot of respect for Ray Borg and praises his toughness. This was a charismatic performance from a very good talker.

CO-MAIN EVENT

STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX SEMI-FINAL BOUT

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VS.

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Jussier "Formiga" da Silva (26-8, 3-0 CTC, From: Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, Favorite: -1020) vs. Ryo Hatta (16-6, 3-0 CTC, From: Fujisawa, Japan, Underdog: +810)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The co-main event is up next. Jussier 'Formiga' da Silva faces Ryo Hatta in the CTC Strawweight division.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Herb Dean.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Tony Weeks, and Matt Hume.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 14:49) Formiga connects with two left hands and then scores with a right to the body.
(Rd 1 - 14:28) A jab is wide from Formiga, but then he hits Hatta with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 14:18) A jab hits home from Formiga and then he catches Hatta with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 13:56) Formiga hits a left jab and then catches Hatta with a right hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 13:36) Circling, Hatta clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.
(Rd 1 - 13:36) Formiga connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 13:28) Looking a bit tense, Formiga moves around the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:17) Formiga throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 13:14) Hatta takes the chance and grabs Formiga into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 13:05) Hatta tries to suck Formiga to the ground by wrapping his legs around the waist and pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 13:05) Formiga counters by planting Hatta into the mat with a vicious slam!
(Rd 1 - 12:54) In comes Formiga looking to get some form of ground control.
(Rd 1 - 12:54) Hatta is too quick, slipping away from Formiga and starting to scramble.
(Rd 1 - 12:42) The scramble sees Hatta up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately.
(Rd 1 - 12:31) Hatta is trapped against the cage and Formiga hits him with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 12:19) Formiga catches Hatta with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 12:06) Formiga tries to get Hatta into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 12:06) Formiga can't manage it, Hatta blocked it.
(Rd 1 - 11:54) Formiga catches Hatta with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 11:43) Formiga attempts to use a knee strike but Hatta pulls the clinch tighter.
(Rd 1 - 11:26) Hatta throws a few short punches to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 11:15) Formiga uses dirty boxing to punish Hatta while he is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 11:01) Formiga pins Hatta up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.
(Rd 1 - 10:50) Formiga tries to throw an elbow from the clinch, but Hatta is able to stop it.
(Rd 1 - 10:34) Hatta lands a few quick punches to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 10:22) Referee Herb Dean thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 10:15) Formiga can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 10:01) A jab is wide from Formiga, but then he hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:44) A punch from Formiga fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 09:41) Hatta moves in fast and clinches with Formiga.
(Rd 1 - 09:34) Wanting to take it to the ground, Hatta attempts to drag Formiga down into his guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:34) Formiga defends the attempt to drag him down, and takes control of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:18) Hatta gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Formiga uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) Formiga uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Hatta as they grapple.
(Rd 1 - 08:49) Formiga uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Hatta.
(Rd 1 - 08:34) Formiga is looking to muscle Hatta back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:34) Formiga can't move Hatta at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled.
(Rd 1 - 08:14) Hatta tries to lock his legs around the waist of Formiga, wanting to pull him down to the floor.
(Rd 1 - 08:14) Hatta gets it, Formiga is now trapped in his guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:59) Hatta moves to secure rubber guard, but cannot as Formiga is fighting it too hard.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Formiga keeps very tight to Hatta and peppers him with short strikes.
(Rd 1 - 07:22) Hatta tries to move to rubber guard, but Formiga doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 07:11) Formiga begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
(Rd 1 - 07:11) Hatta was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.
(Rd 1 - 06:59) As Formiga goes to scramble he leaves a leg in, and Hatta quickly tries to grab it.
(Rd 1 - 06:59) Missing the leg, Hatta ends up on his back pulling half guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:59) That was a tactical mistake from Hatta, by going for the leg he has left himself in a bad position.
(Rd 1 - 06:34) Formiga fires away with punches, but Hatta doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 1 - 06:19) Hatta tries to sweep Formiga but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 05:53) Formiga throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 05:28) Hatta tries to work some sort of positional change but Formiga shuts him down.
(Rd 1 - 05:22) Formiga attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.
(Rd 1 - 05:22) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Hatta starts a scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 05:11) Formiga ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) Hatta begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) Hatta passes guard, but Formiga was ready and a scramble for position ensues.
(Rd 1 - 04:46) Hatta ends up pushing down on Formiga who is facing him in turtle position.
(Rd 1 - 04:26) Formiga, turtled up, takes a kick to the side of the head!
(Rd 1 - 04:07) Thinking defence, Formiga rolls onto his back and away from further kicks to the body.
(Rd 1 - 04:07) Hatta looks to get on top of Formiga.
(Rd 1 - 04:07) Formiga pulls Hatta into guard, preventing him from getting any further.
(Rd 1 - 03:49) Hatta fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 03:20) Hatta can't control Formiga, who uses an underhook as the basis for a nice piece of grappling that sees them end up standing.
(Rd 1 - 03:20) Both fighters are now on their feet, wrapped up in a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 03:04) Formiga is aiming to get Hatta into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 03:04) Formiga manages it and now controls Hatta by the back of the head.
(Rd 1 - 02:49) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Formiga scores with a knee to the chest, but it came from a bad angle and didn't have much power.
(Rd 1 - 02:31) Formiga loses the Muay Thai clinch after a knee strike misses and gives Hatta the opportunity to wrestle free.
(Rd 1 - 01:53) For the first time, Formiga is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 1 - 01:48) Formiga can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 01:31) Formiga can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 01:22) Formiga fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 01:03) Formiga lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
(Rd 1 - 00:45) Formiga can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Hatta with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 00:32) Hatta uses a left jab while backing away.
(Rd 1 - 00:32) A punch from Formiga fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 00:16) Formiga can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand to the body.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Here come the official decisions.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that Formiga is the winner.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Jussier 'Formiga' da Silva is the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Jussier 'Formiga' da Silva defeats Ryo Hatta (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Jussier da Silva gives a name-check to everyone at American Top Team, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He praises Hatta for a tough fight.

INAUGURAL CTC STRAWWEIGHT TITLE FIGHT

Jussier da Silva vs. Ludovico Carignan

MAIN EVENT

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX SEMI-FINAL BOUT

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VS.

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Joe "One Bad Mofo" Soto (21-7, 3-0 CTC, From: Santa Rosa, California, Favorite: -280) vs. Michael "Mayday" McDonald (22-4, 3-0 CTC, From: Modesto, California, Underdog: +220)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 30:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Joe 'One Bad Mofo' Soto battles Michael 'Mayday' McDonald in the CTC Bantamweight division.
(Rd 1 - 30:00) Herb Dean will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 30:00) Our judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Ricardo Almeida, and Tony Weeks.
(Rd 1 - 30:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 29:48) McDonald forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 29:48) Soto misses with a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 29:48) McDonald can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits Soto with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 29:35) McDonald comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 29:35) McDonald avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 29:35) McDonald connects with a jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 29:21) A jab hits home from McDonald and then he catches Soto with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 29:03) McDonald comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 29:03) Soto hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 29:03) McDonald lands a left jab but Soto avoids the low kick that it set up.
(Rd 1 - 28:43) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 28:14) McDonald fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Soto with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 28:02) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 27:25) McDonald comes forward, walking down Soto.
(Rd 1 - 27:25) Soto throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 27:25) A quick flurry of punches from McDonald sees two of three hit home but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.
(Rd 1 - 27:04) McDonald comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 27:04) Soto hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 27:04) McDonald connects with a nice jab and then he hits a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 26:45) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 26:45) McDonald misses a jab and also fails to land a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 26:45) Soto tries a right hook but misses.
(Rd 1 - 26:27) McDonald comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 26:27) Soto hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 26:27) A three-punch combo fails to trouble Soto.
(Rd 1 - 26:06) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 26:06) Soto misses a jab but hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 26:06) McDonald uses a left jab but misses a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 25:49) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 25:49) Soto lands a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 25:49) McDonald hits a jab and also scores with a massive right hook to the jaw!
(Rd 1 - 25:43) It's a knock out! Soto is down and out!
(Rd 1 - 25:43) The winner, by knock out, is Michael 'Mayday' McDonald!

Official Result: Michael 'Mayday' McDonald defeats Joe 'One Bad Mofo' Soto (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:17 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Michael McDonald praises his team at Last Stand Fight Team, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Michael McDonald gives a show of respect to his opponent. Michael McDonald is a good talker and really does well in these sort of interviews.

INAUGURAL CTC BANTAMWEIGHT TITLE FIGHT

Michael McDonald vs. Khusein Askhabov

Attendance: 5,798

Gate Reciepts: $1,020,448

Sponsorship: $85,870

Ad Revenue: $2,265,566

Merchandise: $12,960

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $322,040)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Michael McDonald          $32,322      Joe Soto                 $5,169       KotN: McDonald: $25,000
Jussier da Silva          $18,125      Ryo Hatta                $1,810
Henry Cejudo              $20,362      Ray Borg                 $12,985
Ludovico Carignan         $3,968       Tatsuya So               $1,679
Cory Sandhagen            $17,683      Soo Chul Kim             $3,152
Khusein Askhabov          $29,760      Zviad Lazishvili         $2,067       SotN: Askhabov: $25,000
Eduardo Dantas            $19,110      Mark de la Rosa          $1,394
Junji Ito                 $52,500      Joshua Pacio             $54,413      FotN: Both: $50,000
Yoshitaka Naito           $4,110       Haruo Ochi               $1,765
Yosuke Saruto             $2,858       Yoshihiro Matsunaga      $1,513
Ian Loveland              $3,466       Nick Mamalis             $1,365
Azam Gaforov              $28,783      Daichi Kitakata          $1,681       Perf: Gaforov: $25,000

Drug Testing: $9,000

Production: $81,167

Profit: $2,972,637

Critical Rating: 77%

Commercial Rating: 89%

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- The drug test results have come back for Canadian Tournament Combat 47, and all fighters tested clean.

- UFC Heavyweight Francis Ngannou tests positive for recreational drugs, and will serve a year suspension.

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Title Result: Patricio Freire Made His Fifth Successful Defence of the Bellator Featherweight Title

Fight of the Night: Patricio Freire vs. Henry Corrales

KO of the Night: Taylor Johnson (vs. Henrique Shiguemoto)

Submission of the Night: Nick Newell (vs. Paul Redmond)

Performance Bonus: Pedro Carvalho vs. Justin Gonzales

ONE Comeback (Friday, Week 4, November 2021)

Title Result: Garry Tonon Won The ONE Featherweight Title

Title Results: Kristina Pettigrew Won The Vacant ONE Womens Flyweight Title

Fight of the Night: Garry Tonon vs. Thanh Le

KO of the Night: Shamil Zavurov (vs. Marat Gafurov)

Submission of the Night: Garry Tonon (vs. Thanh Le)

Performance Bonus: Garry Tonnon vs. Thanh Le

Performance Bonus: Danny Kingad vs. Toni Tauru

ACA 131: Oliviera vs. Praia (Saturday, Week 4, November 2021)

Title Result: Rodrigo Praia Won The ACA Bantamweight Title

Fight of the Night: Rodrigo Praia vs. Daniel Oliviera

KO of the Night: Rodrigo Praia (vs. Daniel Oliviera)

Submission of the Night: Idris Gezalov (vs. Husein Kushagov)

Performance Bonus: Tilek Batyrov vs. Ruslan Yamanbaev

UFC 260: Gustafsson vs. Lewis II (Saturday, Week 4, November 2021)

Title Result: Alexander Gustafsson Made His First Successful Defence Of The UFC Heavyweight Title

Fight of the Night: Kevin Lee vs. Joe Lauzon

KO of the Night: Tai Tuivasa (vs. Stipe Miocic)

Submission of the Night: Kevin Lee (vs. Joe Lauzon)

DEEP No Excuses (Sunday, Week 4, November 2021)

Title Result: Joshua Riley Made His First Successful Defence of the DEEP Bantamweight Title

Fight of the Night: Eien Higoshi vs. Daniel Way

KO of the Night: Yosai Yoshitomi (vs. Mitsuzuka Okada)

Submission of the Night: Eien Higoshi (vs. Daniel Way)

Performance Bonus: Saeed Karsaz

Performance Bonus: Kyron Salcido vs. Greyson Rueda

Predictions

rodrigoviolim: 11/12 (92%) Tournament Total: 119/197 (60%)

vladjarca: 10/12 (83%) Tournament Total: 121/223 (54%)

Majster_93: Tournament Total: 57/78 (73%)

:eek: Wow, you both had your prediction hats on today!

CageRage · February 14, 2021

News - November 2021

CTC Talent Acquisitions

Heavyweight

Curtis Blaydes

Marcin Tybura

Kevin Szaflarski

Tom Aspinall

Junior Karanta

Luc Ngeleka

Cody East

Mikhail Mokhnatkin

Carlos Felipe

Aorigele

Evgeny Karnovich

Tomasz Laukhova

Afanas Goryachev

Lavrentiy Lobodin

Light Heavyweight

Darwin Rodriguez

Ken Hasegawa

Middleweight

Israel Adesanya

Tom Breese

Michal Materla

Dongi Yang

Krzysztof Jotko

Joseph Duffy

Pawel Zelazowski

Oluwale Bamgbose

Chidi Njokuani

Abdel Rahmane Driai

Alex Montagnani

Kiamrian Abbasov

Makeshate Sailike

Dequan Townsend

Ibragim Chuzhigaev

Roman Kopylov

Welterweight

Gilbert Burns

Neil Magny

Chrisian Lee

Tarec Saffiedine

Iuri Lapicus

Hyun Gyu Lim

John Hathaway

Peter Sobotta

T.J. Waldburger

Jonavin Webb

Jacek Jedraszczyk

Bobby Nash

Yuri Villefort

Theo Christakos

Lightweight

Natan Schulte

Terry Etim

Hacran Dias

Steven Ray

Koyami Matsushima

Teemu Packalen

Artur Berezovskiy

Christian Holley

Joe Giannetti

Featherweight

Jay Jay Wilson

Tie Quan Zhang

Luis Pena

Andy Ogle

Will Chope

Arman Ospanov

Julio Cesar Neves

Rafael Barbosa

Carlos Alexandre da Costa

Jonas Bilharinho

Bantamweight

Dominick Cruz

Takeya Mizugaki

Drako Rodriguez

Tom Duquesnoy

Louis Peralta

Felipe Arantes

Chris Holdsworth

Boston Salmon

Gustavo Balart

Dominique Wooding

Diego Pereira

Walel Watson

Manny Vazquez

Flyweight

John Moraga

Brandon Royval

Jerome Rivera

Jordan Espinosa

Ian McCall

Giovanni da Silva Santos

Womens Heavyweight

Colleen Shavers

Tara Wahl

Jozette Cotton

Kayla Harrison

Rin Nakai

Destanie Yarbrough

Bianca Baber

Lucia Bruner

Aileen Motes

Aylin Voorhees

Janiya Forehand

Kaylen Tolman

Melanie Crossland

Norah Feller

Whitney Hoag

Talita Nogueira

Womens Bantamweight

Liz Carmouche

Stephanie Egger

Marvela Calland

Taylor Guardado

Echiko Ishimura

Fumie Nakanishi

Saya Hiraki

Natsue Nagayama

Jo Yajima

Womens Flyweight

Gioffreda Dubie

Rikona Watanabe

Daiana Torquato

Eugenie Bovell

Pascala Marcelin

Trisha Cicero

Heather Hardy

Josee Storts

Ekaterina Torbeeva

Kristina Williams

Priscilla Cachoeira

Lauren Mueller

Womens Strawweight

Michelle Waterson

Felice Herrig

Marina Rodriguez

Ritu Phogat

Morgan Solis

Lacey Schuckman

Ewelina Wozniak

Hannah Cifers

Heather Jo Clark

Emi Tomimatsu

Hanna Gujwan

Lachana Green

CTC Popularity

Canada 13.5% (Low Level International) (#2 Company Rankings)

USA 96.2% (High Level National)

South America 71.8% (High Level National)

Mexico 60.8% (Mid Level National)

Japan 29.2% (Low Level National)

UK 28.0% (Low Level National)

Europe 17.6% (Low Level National)

Australia 17.4% (Low Level National)

Central America 17.4% (Low Level National)

Asia 17.3% (Low Level National)

Russia 17.1% (Low Level National)

Africa 17.1% (Low Level National)

Company Rankings

1. Ultimate Fighting Championship (98.9%, High Level International, USA)

2. Canadian Tournament Combat (13.5%, Low Level International, Canada)

3. Bellator MMA (52.3%, Mid Level National, USA)

4. Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki (11.0%, Low Level National, Europe)

5. Absolute Championship Akhmat (10.2%, Low Level National, Russia)

6. ONE Championship (5.6%, Low Level National, Asia)

7. Professional Fighters League (96.4%, High Level Regional, USA)

8. Brave Combat Federation (88.2%, High Level Regional, Asia)

9. Rizin Fighting Federation (80.0%, High Level Regional, Japan)

10. DEEP (76.3%, High Level Regional, Japan)

11. Legacy Fighting Alliance (63.8%, Mid Level Regional, USA)

12. Cage Warriors (61.1%, Mid Level Regional, UK)

13. M-1 Global (53.4%, Mid Level Regional, Russia)

14. Fight Exclusive Night (52.0%, Mid Level Regional, Europe)

15. Taura MMA (50.3%, Mid Level Regional, South America)

16. Titan Fighting Championship (50.0%, Mid Level Regional, USA)

17. Jungle Fight Championship (48.2%, Mid Level Regional, South America)

18. OKTAGON MMA (46.3%, Mid Level Regional, Europe)

19. Invicta Fighting Championship (45.0%, Mid Level Regional, USA)

20. Russian Cagefighting Championship (42.8%, Mid Level Regional, Russia)

21. Superior Challenge (41.5%, Mid Level Regional, Europe)

22. Pancrase (38.5%, Mid Level Regional, Japan)

23. Fight Nights Global (36.9%, Mid Level Regional, Russia)

24. Extreme Fighting Championship Worldwide (35.8%, Mid Level Regional, Africa)

25. Road Fighting Championship (30.8%, Low Level Regional, Asia)

26. TKO Major League MMA (28.3%, Low Level Regional, Canada)

27. Australian Fighting Championship (27.6%, Low Level Regional, Australia)

28. JEWELS (27.0%, Low Level Regioanl, Japan)

29. King of the Cage (24.2%, Low Level Regional, USA)

30. Shooto (24.2%, Low Level Regional, Japan)

31. ARES Fighting Championship (18.3%, Low Level Regional, Europe)

32. CES MMA (10.9%, Low Level Regional, USA)

33. Profesjonalna Liga MMA (10.2%, Low Level Regional, Europe)

CTC Internationally Ranked Fighters

Womens P4P #1: Amanda Nunes (UFC)

Womens Atomweight (#1 Ayaka Hamasaki, CTC)

Ayaka Hamasaki (#1)

Grace Cleveland (#2)

Alesha Zappitella (#3)

Alyssa Garcia (#4)

Herica Tiburcio (#5)

Janaisa Morandin (#6)

Kyra Batara (#7)

Naho Sugiyama (#8)

Ashley Cummins (#10)

Alyse Anderson (#11)

Amber Brown (#12)

Emi Tomimatsu (#13)

Kanna Asakura (#15)

Tessa Simpson (#16)

Tomo Maesawa (#17)

Elise Reed (#18)

Arielle Souza (#19)

Satomi Takano (#20)

Priscilla Gaol (#21)

Lindsey VanZandt (#22)

Kelly D'Angelo (#23)

Saori Ishioka (#24)

Viviane Periera (#25)

Womens Strawweight (#1 Weili Zhang, UFC)

Rose Namajunas (#2, #4 P4P)

Randa Markos (#13)

Marina Rodriguez (#14)

Tecia Torres (#16)

Michelle Waterson (#17)

Felice Herrig (#22)

Cortney Casey (#23)

Womens Flyweight (#1 Jessica Andrade, UFC)

Liz Carmouche (#9)

Alexa Grasso (#20)

Molly McCann (#21)

Gillian Robertson (#25)

Womens Bantamweight (#1 Amanda Nunes, UFC)

Aspen Ladd (#2, #7 P4P)

Sarah Moras (#6, #21 P4P)

Sijara Eubanks (#14)

Julija Stoliarenko (#16)

Joselyne Edwards (#21)

Jessica-Rose Clark (#22)

Talita Bernardo (#23)

Lucie Pudilova (#25)

Womens Featherweight (#1 Felicia Spencer, CTC)

Felicia Spencer (#1, #6 P4P)

Olga Rubin (#2, #14 P4P)

Megan Anderson (#3)

Janay Harding (#4)

Talita Nogueira (#5)

Sinead Kavanagh (#6)

Leah Letson (#7)

Raquel Pennington (#8)

Alexis Dufresne (#9)

Duda Santana (#11)

Amanda Bell (#12)

Gina Carano (#13)

Jessica Miele (#14)

Gabrielle Holloway (#15)

Daria Ibragimova (#16)

Larissa Pacheco (#17)

Amber Leibrock (#18)

Leah McCourt (#19)

Revelina Berto (#20)

Reina Miura (#21)

Sarah D'Alelio (#23)

Olivia Parker (#24)

Moriel Charneski (#25)

Womens Lightweight (#1 Cindy Dandois, Bellator)

Kayla Harrison (#2)

Gabrielle Holloway (#3)

Colleen Shavers (#4)

Jozette Cotton (#5)

Tara Wahl (#6)

Brittney Elkin (#7)

Genah Fabian (#8)

Moriel Charneski (#9)

Kaylen Tolman (#10)

Womens Heavyweight (#1 Destanie Yarbrough, CTC)

Destanie Yarbrough (#1)

Mens P4P #1: Zabit Magomedsharipov (UFC)

Strawweight (#1 Jussier da Silva, CTC)

Jussier da Silva (#1)

Joseph Benavidez (#2)

Joshua Pacio (#3)

Yosuke Saruta (#4)

Yoshitaka Naito (#5)

Haruo Ochi (#7)

Tatsuya So (#8)

Ryo Hatta (#9)

Junji Ito (#10)

Bokang Masunyane (#11)

Mikihito Yamagami (#12)

Kiyotaka Shimizu (#13)

Yago Bryan Farias de Morais (#14)

Azam Gaforov (#15)

Ryohei Kurosawa (#16)

Masayoshi Kato (#17)

Roldan Sangcha'an (#18)

Loveth Young (#21)

Jeremy Miado (#22)

Takuya Eizumi (#23)

Yoshihiro Matsunaga (#24)

Daichi Kitakata (#25)

Flyweight (#1 Matt Schnell, UFC)

Kyoji Horiguchi (#4)

Malcolm Gordon (#6)

Joseph Benavidez (#7)

Brandon Moreno (#9)

Demetrious Johnson (#11)

Ben Nguyen (#15)

Eric Shelton (#18)

Brandon Royval (#19)

John Moraga (#20)

Tagir Ulanbekov (#21)

Raulian Paiva (#22)

Ali Bagautinov (#24)

Jordan Espinosa (#25)

Bantamweight (#1 Petr Yan, UFC)

Kyoji Horiguchi (#5)

Cory Sandhagen (#9)

Dominik Cruz (#20)

Featherweight (#1 Zabit Magomedsharipov, UFC)

Brian Ortega (#4, #14 P4P)

A.J. McKee (#14)

Lightweight (#1 Justin Gaethje, UFC)

Tony Ferguson (#22)

Welterweight (#1 Douglas Lima, Bellator)

Rory MacDonald (#5)

Gilbert Burns (#14)

Albert Tumenov (#25)

Middleweight (#1 Paulo Costa, UFC)

Israel Adesanya (#2, #7 P4P)

Rafael Carvalho (#4, #25 P4P)

Darren Till (#5)

Chris Weidman (#11)

Krzysztof Jotko (#13)

Alexander Shlemenko (#16)

Nick Diaz (#22)

Brad Tavares (#25)

Light Heavyweight (#1 Magomed Ankalaev, UFC)

Dominick Reyes (#6)

Anthony Smith (#10)

Vinny Magalhaes (#18)

Corey Anderson (#19)

Heavyweight (#1 Ryan Bader, Bellator)

Alexander Volkov (#4, #24 P4P)

Justin Willis (#6)

Curtis Blaydes (#9)

Augusto Sakai (#16)

Marcin Tybura (#19)

Tom Aspinall (#23)

Arjan Bhullar (#24)

Super Heavyweight (#1 Philip De Fries, KSW)

Cody East (#14)

Aorigele (#18)

Adam Dyczka (#21)

MMA in December 2021

Canadian Tournament Combat

Canadian Tournament Combat will host 4 cards in the month of December, as we finish off the Championship Grand Prix Semi-Finals, and end the year with a bang, awarding our first six championship titles!

Canadian Tournament Combat 49 will take place on Friday, Week 1, December, and will feature fights in the Womens Bantamweight, and Heavyweight Grand Prix. The card will be headlined by a Womens Bantamweight Championship Semi-Finals fight between Sarah Moras, and Ronda Rousey. Also on the card a Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix Semi-Final fight between Alexander Volkov and Denis Goltsov.

Canadian Tournament Combat 50 will take place on Friday, Week 2, December, and will feature fights in the Welterweight and Womens Flyweight Grand Prix. The card will be headlined by a CTC Welterweight Title fight between Rory MacDonald and Albert Tumenov. Also on the card a CTC Womens Flyweight Title bout between Na Liang, and Valerie Loureda.

Canadian Tournament Combat 51 will take place on Friday, Week 3, December, and will feature fights in the Featherweight and Womens Atomweight Grand Prix. The card will be headlined by a Featherweight #1 Contender Fourth Round fight between Chad Mendes, and Thiago Tavares. Also on the card a CTC Featherweight Title fight between A.J. McKee and Magomed Yunusilau.

Canadian Tournament Combat 52 will take place on Friday, Week 4, December, and will feature fights in the Womens Heavyweight, and Flyweight Grand Prix. The card will be headlined by a Womens Heavyweight #1 Contender Fourth Round fight between Gina Carano and Moriel Charneski. Also on the card a CTC Flyweight Title fight between Malcolm Gordon, and Bruno Azevedo.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

The UFC will host 2 cards in December.

UFC 261: Yan vs. Dvalishvili will take place on Saturday, Week 2, December. The card will be headlined by a UFC Bantamweight Title fight between champion Petr Yan, and challenger Merab Dvalishvili. Also on the card a Welterweight battle between Matt Brown, and Santiago Ponzinibbio.

UFC 262: Ferreira vs. Gaethje will take place on Saturday, Week 3, December. The card will be headlined by a UFC Lightweight Title fight between champion Carlos Diego Ferreira, and challenger Justin Gaethje. Also on the card a UFC Light Heavyweight Title fight between champion Magomed Ankalaev, and challenger Nikita Krylov.

Bellator MMA

Bellator will host 2 cards in December.

Bellator 270: Johns vs. Archuleta II will take place on Friday, Week 2, December. The card will be headlined by a Bellator Bantamweight Title fight between champion Brett Johns, and challenger Juan Archuleta. Also on the card a Bellator Womens Flyweight Title fight between champion Ilima-Lei Macfarlane, and challenger Denise Kielholtz.

Bellator 271: Bader vs. Ayala will take place on Friday, Week 4, December. The card will be headlined by a Bellator Heavyweight Title bout between champion Ryan Bader, and challenger Javy Ayala. Also on the card a Light Heavyweight clash between Phil Davis, and Karl Moore.

Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki

KSW will host 1 card in December.

KSW 62: Titans will take place on Saturday, Week 1, December. The card will be headlined by a KSW Lightweight Title fight between champion Roman Szymanski, and challenger Sean Carter. Also on the card a KSW Light Heavyweight Title fight between champion Tomasz Narkun, and challenger Ivan Erslan.

Absolute Championship Akhmat

The ACA will host 2 cards in December.

ACA 132: Nunes vs. Yagshimuradov III will take place on Saturday, Week 2, December. The card will be headlined by an ACA Light Heavyweight Title fight between champion Max Nunes, and challenger Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov. Also on the card a Middleweight contest between Artem Frolov and Jake Bostwick.

ACA 133: Saidov vs. Vagaev will take place on Satuday, Week 4, December. The card will be headlined by an ACA Welterweight Title fight between champion Aslambek Saidov and challenger Abubakar Vagaev. Also on the card a Heavyweight fight between Fadei Chernienko and Yaroslav Toltsov.

ONE Championship

ONE will host 1 card in December.

ONE Victorious will take place on Friday, Week 2, December. The card will be headlined by a ONE Bantamweight Title fight between champion Bibiano Fernandes, and challenger Gaston Reyno. Also on the card a Heavyweight Fight between Roy Nelson and Amir Aliakbari.

Professional Fighters League

The PFL will host 2 cards in December.

PFL: Pepey vs. Palmer will take place on Friday, Week 1, December. The card will be headlined by a Featherweight fight between Godofredo Castro, and Lance Palmer. Also on the card a Welterweight battle between E.J. Brooks and Joao Zeferino.

PFL: Jewtuszko vs. Stewart will take place on Friday, Week 4, December. The card will be headlined by a battle between Maciej Jewtuszko, and Kyle Stewart for the vacant PFL Welterweight Title. Also on the card a Lightweight fight between Gray Maynard and David Burrow.

Brave Combat Federation

Brave will host 1 card in December.

Brave CF 40 will take place on Friday, Week 1, December. The card will be headlined by Brave Heavyweight Title fight between champion Oli Thompson, and challenger Yaozong Hu. Also on the card a Brave Super Lightweight Title fight between champion Leonardo Mafra, and challenger Koshi Matsumoto.

Rizin Fighting Federation

Rizin will host 1 card in December.

Rizin 31 will take place on Saturday, Week 2, December. The card will be headlined by a Rizin Featherweight Title fight between champion Mikuru Asakura, and challenger Pat Sabatini. Also on the card a battle between Roberto de Souza, and Cody Pfister for the vacant Rizin Lightweight Title.

DEEP

DEEP will host 2 cards in December.

DEEP Sweet Pain will take place on Sunday, Week 2, December. The card will be headlined by a DEEP Middleweight Title fight between champion Atticus Bear, and challenger Ikkei Nagamura. Also on the card a Middleweight bout between Oniji Kumagai, and Ryo Kawamura.

DEEP Rebellion will take place on Sunday, Week 4, December. The card will be headlined by a DEEP Megaton Title fight between champion Alex Thomas and challenger Jeffery Randelman. Also on the card a Featherweight fight between Isao Kobayashi and Shigeki Osawa.

Legacy Fighting Alliance

The LFA will host 2 cards in December.

LFA 119: Pereira vs. Spicely II will take place on Saturday, Week 1, December. The card will be headlined by an LFA Middleweight Title fight between champion Alex Pereira, and challenger Eric Spicely. Also on the card a Featherweight fight between Da'Mon Blackshear and Bryce Meredith.

LFA 120: Stevens vs. Gardin will take place on Saturday, Week 3, December. The card will be headlined by a fight between Marc Stevens and Marshall Gardin for the vacant LFA Lightweight Title. Also on the card a fight between Pasclina Le borgne and Delight Calman for the vacant LFA Womens Strawweight Title.

Cage Warriors

CWFC will host 1 card in December.

CWFC The Fight Show 7: Cartwright vs. Crawley will take place on Friday, Week 3, December. The card will be headlined by a CWFC Bantamweight Title fight between champion Jack Cartwright, and challenger Brent Crawley. Also on the card a fight between James Brum and David Lee for the vacant CWFC Featherweight Title.

M-1 Global

M-1 will host no cards in December.

Fight Exclusive Night

FEN will host 1 card in December.

FEN 33: Kijanczuk vs. Guryanov will take place on Sunday, Week 2, December. The card will be headlined by a FEN Light Heavyweight Title fight between champion Rafal Kijanczuk, and challenger Evgeni Guryanov. Also on the card a Welterweight fight between Karl Amoussou and Pawel Pawlak.

Taura MMA

Taura will host 1 card in December.

Taura MMA 18 will take place on Saturday, Week 4, December. The card will be headlined by a battle between Felipe Olivieri and Reynaldo Acevedo for the vacant Taura Lightweight Title. Also on the card a Featherweight fight between Renan Barao and Antenor Pereira.

Titan Fighting Championship

Titan FC will host 1 card in December.

Titan FC 70: Lozon vs. Saur will take place on Friday, Week 4, December. The card will be headlined by a battle between Geoff Lozon and Montaine Saur for the vacant Titan FC Light Heavyweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Letje Thiebaut and Sydnee Robicheau for the vacant Titan FC Womens Bantamweight Title.

Jungle Fight Championship

Jungle Fight will host 1 card in December.

Jungle Fight 104 will take place on Sunday, Week 2, December. The card will be headlined by a battle between Alan Bispo and Antonio Trocoli for the vacant Jungle Fight Light Heavyweight Title. Also on the card a Welterweight fight between Leandro Silva and Bruce Souto.

OKTAGON MMA

OKTAGON will host 1 card in December.

OKTAGON 21 will take place on Saturday, Week 2, December. The card will be headlined by a battle between Adam Proctor and Richard Kiely OKTAGON Welterweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Loik Radzhabov and Magomedsaygid Alibekov for the vacant OKTAGON Lightweight Title.

Invicta Fighting Championship

Invicta will host no cards in December.

Russian Cagefighting Championship

The RCC will host no cards in December.

Superior Challenge

SC will host 1 card in December.

SC 26: Intensity will take place on Friday, Week 4, December. The card will be headlined by a battle between Artem Lobov and Fabian Gallinaro for the vacant SC Featherweight Title. Also on the card a Middleweight fight between Dominik Chmiel and Kacper Karski.

Pancrase

Pancrase will host 1 card in December.

Pancrase 316 will take place on Saturday Week 3, December. The card will be headlined by a battle between Akio Nojima, and Yusaku Inoue for the vacant Lightweight King of Pancrase Title. Also on the card a clash between Juichi Sugitani and Gengyo Hayata for the vacant Heavyweight King of Pancrase Title.

Fight Nights Global

FNG will host 1 card in December.

FNG 102 will take place on Friday, Week 4, December. The card will be headlined by a battle between Magomed Nurov and Saygid Izagakhmaev for the vacant FNG Welterweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Sharamazan Shupanov and Gazavat Suleymanov for the vacant FNG Featherweight Title.

Extreme Fighting Championship Worldwide

The EFC will host 1 card in December.

EFC 89 will take place on Saturday, Week 1, December. The card will be headlined by a battle between Pearson Loots and Merille Stephens for the vacant EFC Bantamweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Adric Okiro and Romon Madaki for the vacant EFC Welterweight Title.

Road Fighting Championship

Road will host no cards in December.

TKO Major League MMA

TKO will host no cards in December.

Australian Fighting Championship

The AFC will host no cards in December.

JEWELS

JEWELS will host no cards in December.

King of the Cage

The KOTC will host 1 card in December.

KOTC Battle Lines will take place on Friday, Week 1, December. The card will be headlined by a battle between Frankie Perez and John Gunther for the vacant KOTC Lightweight Title. Also on the card a Welterweight bout between Karen Darabedyan and Herman Terrado.

Shooto

Shooto will host no cards in December.

ARES Fighting Championship

ARES will host no cards in December.

CES MMA

CES MMA will host no cards in December.

Profesjonalna Liga MMA

PLMMA will host 1 card in December.

PLMMA 86: Fists of Fury will take place on Sunday, Week 2, December. The card will be headlined by a PLMMA Flyweight Title fight between champion Rany Saadeh and challenger Markus Yanulis. Also on the card a Flyweight fight between Heller Lotspeich and Paolo Lippi.

CageRage · February 14, 2021

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<div style="text-align:center;">Friday, Week 1, December 2021</div>

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

<div style="text-align:center;">Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix Semi-Final Bout: Sarah "Cheesecake" Moras (9-7, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Favorite: -520) vs. "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey (15-2, 3-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #15, Underdog: +410)</div>

Sarah Moras has some decent technical boxing, and good footwork. Her main strength is in getting opponents to the ground, where she can work her deadly submission game from top or bottom. She submitted Jessamyn Duke in the opening round, then lost a Unanimous Decision to Bethe Correia in the Championship Second Round, when she got a second chance after Correia retired she took full advantage, submitting Aline Serio in the Championship Second Round, then she submitted Raquel Canuto in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Ronda Rousey won a Bronze Medal in the sport of Judo in 2008, and though she's not a great striker, she loves to throw or trip opponents to the ground, where she can work her deadly armbar submissions. She submitted Martyna Czech in the opening round, then submitted Faith McMah in the Championship Second Round, and won a Unanimous Decision over Marina Mokhnatkina in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

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

<div style="text-align:center;">Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix Semi-Final Bout: Alexander "Drago" Volkov (35-8, 3-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -380) vs. Denis "The Russian Bogatyr" Goltsov (27-6, 3-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #12, Underdog: +300)</div>

Alexander Volkov is a devastating striker, who has power in his hands, and leg kicks. He has good takedown and submission defence, but can use ground and pound if he needs to. He earned knock out victories over Mike Hackert in the opening round, and Cyril Asker in the Championship Second Round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Sergey Spivak in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Denis Goltsov is an accomplished striker, and opportunistic grappler. He comes into fights at a very lean 6'5", but despite this carries massive one-punch knockout power. He has won Unanimous Decisions over Cain Velasquez in the opening round, Muhammed DeReese in the Championship Second Round, and Satoshi Ishii in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

<div style="text-align:center;">Womens Bantamweight Championship Grand Prix Semi-Final Bout: Aspen Ladd (12-1, 3-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -1200) vs. Sy "Lady Dragon" Jewett (5-2, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #13, Underdog: +950)</div>

Aspen Ladd is a highly trained mixed martial artist, dangerous from anywhere in the fight, whether with her crisp, powerful striking, or her wrestling and takedowns, leading to ground and pound, or deadly submissions. She earned submission victories over Julia Ottolino in the opening round, Erin Harpe in the Championship Second Round, and Bunmi Ojewole in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Sy Jewett is a decent boxer, with an unorthodox striking game. If the fight goes to the ground, she can rain down ground and pound from on top, or hunt submissions. She won a Unanimous Decision over Maiju Suotama in the opening round, then was submitted by Miesha Tate in the Championship Second Round, when she got a second chance after Tate retired, she took full advantage, submitting Amanda Lino in the Championship Second Round, then submitting Elizabeth Phillips in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

<div style="text-align:center;">Heavyweight Championship Grand Prix Semi-Final Bout: Arjan Bhullar (13-1, 3-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #7, Even: -110) vs. Valentin Moldavsky (14-1, 3-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #15, Even: -110)</div>

Arjan Bhullar was a Canadian Olympian in the sport of Freestyle Wrestling, who has power in his punches, but not much technique, instead preferring to use his overwhelming wrestling to bully opponents in the clinch, or take opponents down and rain down ground and pound. He won Unanimous Decisions over Tyler East in the opening round, and Viktor Pesta in the Championship Second Round, then submitted Justin Tafa in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Valentin Moldavsky is a freak athlete, with crisp, powerful boxing, however he prefers to take his opponents to the ground, and execute a gameplan of low risk grinding from smothering top control. He won Unanimous Decisions over Mark Godbeer in the opening round, and Mohammed Usman in the Championship Second Round, before winning a Split Decision over Anthony Johnson in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

<div style="text-align:center;">Heavyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Third Round Bout: Muhammed "Mo Muscle" DeReese (10-3, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Underdog: +100) vs. Mohammed "The Motor" Usman (9-2, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -110)</div>

Muhammed DeReese was a wrestler in high school, and is a fantastic athlete with a dominant top game. He won a Unanimous Decision over Adam Dyczka in the opening round, then lost a Unanimous Decision to Denis Goltsov in the Championship Second Round, then won a Split Decision over Cole Konrad in the #1 Contender Second Round. Mohammed Usman has power in his punches, and good knees from the Thai clinch, but prefers to use his high level wrestling to get opponents to the ground, where he can rain down ground and pound, or work submissions from smothering top control. He submitted Evgeny Goncharov in the opening round, then lost a Unanimous Decision to Valentin Moldavsky in the Championship Second Round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Cain Velasquez in the #1 Contender Second Round.

<div style="text-align:center;">Womens Bantamweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Third Round Bout: Talita Bernardo (6-5, 1-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #7, Favorite: -370) vs. "Short Temper" Patrizia Lausier (2-0, 1-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #22, Underdog: +290)</div>

Talita Bernardo has some decent technical boxing, but her true threat comes from getting fights to the ground, where she can control from on top, while hunting for submissions. She entered the Grand Prix as a late replacement, and won by TKO over Jessamyn Duke in the #1 Contender Second Round. Patrizia Lausier is a Canadian Vale Tudo fighter, with an extremely powerful striking game, with both punches and kicks. She has some strong wrestling and takedowns, but once the fight is on the ground, she has no weapons or defence. She entered the Grand Prix as a late replacement, and won by TKO over Jan Finney in the #1 Contender Second Round.

<div style="text-align:center;">Heavyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Third Round Bout: Viktor Pesta (17-7, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #13, Favorite: -180) vs. Cyril "Silverback" Asker (11-5, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #21, Underdog: +140)</div>

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 submitted Marcus Vanttinen in the opening round, then lost a Unanimous Decision to Arjan Bhullar in the Championship Second Round, then submitted Marcus Vanttinen in the #1 Contender Second Round. Cyril Asker is a boxer, who also holds a purple belt in Jiu-Jitsu. He has nice footwork and will strike from range when he can, but he's content to work for clinch takedowns if threatened. He won a Unanimous Decision over Michal Martinek in the opening round, then was knocked out by Alexander Volkov in the Championship Second Round, then submitted Adam Dyczka in the #1 Contender Second Round.

<div style="text-align:center;">Womens Bantamweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Third Round Bout: Joselyne "La Pantera" Edwards (11-3, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #5, Favorite: -360) vs. Hailey "All Hail" Cowan (8-2, 1-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Underdog: +280)</div>

Joselyne Edwards is a decent boxer, with an unorthodox punching game. She has great conditioning, and has some ability to defend takedowns, and submissions. She was knocked out by Bethe Correia in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Marissa Caldwell in the #1 Contender First Round, and submitted Erin Harpe in the #1 Contender Second Round. Hailey Cowan has a decent kicking game, and can take opponents down and grind out results from top control. She entered the Grand Prix as a late replacement, and won a Unanimous Decision over Amanda Lino in the #1 Contender Second Round.

<div style="text-align:center;">Heavyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Third Round Bout: Evgeny Goncharov (16-4-1NC, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #10, Favorite: -710) vs. Hugo "Silverback" Cunha (7-1, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +560)</div>

Evgeny Goncharov has crisp, powerful boxing, but his strength is with his wrestling, and getting the fight to the ground, where he can either rain down ground and pound, or work submissions. He was submitted by Mohammed Usman in the opening round, then submitted Mark Godbeer in the #1 Contender First Round, and knocked out Chris Birchler in the #1 Contender Second Round. Hugo Cunha is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and has high level wrestling, he has power in his hands, but his real strength is on the ground, with that submission game, or brutal ground and pound. He was knocked out by Anthony Johnson in the opening round, then submitted Adam Palasz in the #1 Contender First Round, and won a Unanimous Decision over Tyler East in the #1 Contender Second Round.

<div style="text-align:center;">Womens Bantamweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Third Round Bout: Martyna Czech (5-1-1, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #17, Favorite: -680) vs. Taneisha "Triple Threat" Tennant (7-2, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #24, Underdog: +540)</div>

Martyna Czech is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu player, who has no striking game, and will look to get the fight to the ground as quickly as possible, where she can work a slick submission game. She was submitted by Ronda Rousey in the opening round, then submitted Barbara Nalepka in the #1 Contender First Round, and submitted Brittney Victoria in the #1 Contender Second Round. Taneisha Tennant is a Muay Thai striker, who has a technical kicking game, and decent work from the Thai clinch, she has decent takedown defence. She lost a Unanimous Decision to Laura Howarth in the opening round, then won Unanimous Decisions over Maiju Suotama in the #1 Contender First Round, and Irina Degtyareva in the #1 Contender Second Round.

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

<div style="text-align:center;">Heavyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Third Round Bout: Michal "Blackbeard" Martinek (10-2, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -110) vs. Rico "Prince of Kickboxing" Verhoeven (3-2, 2-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +100)</div>

Michal Martinek doesn't have much of a striking game, but can devastate with elbows from the clinch. He can take opponents down, and work submissions, especially from his dangerous guard. He lost a Unanimous Decision to Cyril Asker in the opening round, then won by TKO over Felipe Micheletti in the #1 Contender First Round, and won a Split Decision over Raphael Butler in the #1 Contender Second Round. Rico Verhoeven is an absolutely devastating kick boxer, with crisp, powerful boxing, and technically sound, and powerful kicks. He has limited takedown and submission defence. He won by TKO over Adam Palasz in the opening round, then was submitted by Aleksander Emelianenko in the Championship Second Round, when he got his second chance when Emelienenko retired, he was submitted by Sergey Spivak in the Championship Second Round, then he won by TKO over Chris Barnett in the #1 Contender Second Round.

<div style="text-align:center;">Womens Bantamweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Third Round Bout: "Hannibal" Aline Serio (12-8, 1-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #11, Underdog: +100) vs. Kelly Faszholz (6-3, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #12, Favorite: -110)</div>

Aline Serio is a Muay Thai striker, with good technical boxing, and a decent kicking game, and can hit with elbows and knees from the Thai clinch. She entered the Grand Prix as a late replacement, and was submitted by Sarah Moras in the Championship Second Round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Claire Guthrie in the #1 Contender Second Round. Kelly Faszholz has power in her hands, but her strength is in her wrestling, and control on the ground while raining down ground and pound or hunting submissions from the bottom of guard. She lost by TKO to Brittney Victoria in the opening round, then submitted Chelsea Chandler in the #1 Contender First Round, and submitted Julia Ottolino in the #1 Contender Second Round.

Weigh-In Results

Sarah Moras (135 lbs) vs. Ronda Rousey (135 lbs)

Alexander Volkov (250 lbs) vs. Denis Goltsov (227 lbs)

Aspen Ladd (135 lbs) vs. Sy Jewett (135 lbs)

Arjan Bhullar (243 lbs) vs. Valentin Moldavsky (235 lbs)

Muhammed DeReese (248 lbs) vs. Muhammed Usman (250 lbs)

Talita Bernardo (135 lbs) vs. Patrizia Lausier (135 lbs)

Viktor Pesta (242 lbs) vs. Cyril Asker (241 lbs)

Joselyne Edwards (135 lbs) vs. Hailey Cowan (135 lbs)

Evgeny Goncharov (250 lbs) vs. Hugo Cunha (260 lbs)

Martyna Czech (135 lbs) vs. Taneisha Tennant (135 lbs)

Michal Martinek (246 lbs) vs. Rico Verhoeven (265 lbs)

Aline Serio (135 lbs) vs. Kelly Faszholz (135 lbs)

TOURNAMENT DRAW

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Canadian Tournament Combat 49 Full Fight Card

WBW Champ: Sarah Moras vs. Ronda Rousey

HW Champ: Alexander Volkov vs. Denis Goltsov

WBW Champ: Aspen Ladd vs. Sy Jewett

HW Champ: Arjan Bhullar vs. Valentin Moldavsky

HW #1: Muhammed DeReese vs. Mohammed Usman

WBW #1: Talita Bernardo vs. Patrizia Lausier

HW #1: Viktor Pesta vs. Cyril Asker

WBW #1: Joselyne Edwards vs. Hailey Cowan

HW #1: Evgeny Goncharov vs. Hugo Cunha

WBW #1: Martyna Czech vs. Taneisha Tennant

HW #1: Michal Martinek vs. Rico Verhoeven

WBW #1: Aline Serio vs. Kelly Faszholz

vladjarca · February 15, 2021

WBW Champ: Sarah Moras vs. Ronda Rousey

HW Champ: Alexander Volkov vs. Denis Goltsov

WBW Champ: Aspen Ladd vs. Sy Jewett

HW Champ: Arjan Bhullar vs. Valentin Moldavsky

HW #1: Muhammed DeReese vs. Mohammed Usman

WBW #1: Talita Bernardo vs. Patrizia Lausier

HW #1: Viktor Pesta vs. Cyril Asker

WBW #1: Joselyne Edwards vs. Hailey Cowan

HW #1: Evgeny Goncharov vs. Hugo Cunha

WBW #1: Martyna Czech vs. Taneisha Tennant

HW #1: Michal Martinek vs. Rico Verhoeven

WBW #1: Aline Serio vs. Kelly Faszholz

Looking forward to see how the UFC stars will do against yo' boys!

CageRage · February 16, 2021

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Friday, Week 1, December 2021

Live From Toronto, Ontario

PRELIMINARY CARD

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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"Hannibal" Aline Serio (12-8, 1-1 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +100) vs. Kelly Faszholz (6-3, 2-1 CTC, From: Santa Rosa, California, Favorite: -110)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our first prelim fight is up next, in which 'Hannibal' Aline Serio faces Kelly Faszholz.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Jason Herzog is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Marcos Rosales, and Matt Hume.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters both weighed in at 135lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Faszholz is much bigger.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 14:46) Serio hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Serio steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Faszholz throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Serio can't hit a set-up left jab, but then she scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 14:15) Faszholz shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 14:15) Serio almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Faszholz holds the other.
(Rd 1 - 14:15) Faszholz can't get Serio down and so settles for pushing her up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:53) Faszholz tries to take Serio down.
(Rd 1 - 13:53) The takedown is completed, Faszholz would not be denied.
(Rd 1 - 13:53) Serio is left seated, with her back to the cage, with Faszholz holding her down.
(Rd 1 - 13:41) Faszholz tries to put Serio into a guillotine choke.
(Rd 1 - 13:41) Serio stops Faszholz from applying it.
(Rd 1 - 13:11) Serio, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back.
(Rd 1 - 12:50) Faszholz unloads with some right hands, but Serio deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 1 - 12:35) Serio hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.
(Rd 1 - 12:13) Faszholz tries to ensnare Serio in a guillotine.
(Rd 1 - 12:13) Serio blocks the choke.
(Rd 1 - 11:52) Serio hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.
(Rd 1 - 11:24) Faszholz attempts a guillotine.
(Rd 1 - 11:24) Serio stops Faszholz from applying it.
(Rd 1 - 10:51) Serio, trapped against the cage, pummels Faszholz on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.
(Rd 1 - 10:32) Faszholz attempts a guillotine.
(Rd 1 - 10:32) Faszholz gets the guillotine, applies pressure, and Serio has to tap!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Kelly Faszholz takes the victory by way of submission!

Official Result: Kelly Faszholz defeats 'Hannibal' Aline Serio (Submission (Guillotine) in 5:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

Post-Fight: Kelly Faszholz thanks her sponsors and all of her fans. She praises Serio for a tough fight.

HEAVYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND ROUND

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Michal "Blackbeard" Martinez (10-2, 2-1 CTC, From: Prague, Czech Republic, Favorite: -110) vs. Rico "Prince of Kickboxing" Verhoeven (3-2, 2-2 CTC, From: Bergen op Zoom, Netherlands, Underdog: +100)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Michal 'Blackbeard' Martinek goes head to head with Rico 'Prince of Kickboxing' Verhoeven in the CTC Heavyweight division.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Jason Herzog.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Marcos Rosales, Matt Hume, and Cardo Urso.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:55) Verhoeven steps in and looks to unleash.
(Rd 1 - 14:55) Verhoeven connects with a nice jab and then hits Martinek with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:34) Verhoeven comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 14:34) Martinek fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 14:34) Verhoeven can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Martinek with a spin kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) Verhoeven comes forward on the attack.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) Martinek tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) A flurry of three punches from Verhoeven see three of them land and then he lands a vicious right cross!
(Rd 1 - 14:14) Martinek is knocked down by that shot!
(Rd 1 - 13:56) Verhoeven knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Martinek, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!
(Rd 1 - 13:56) Verhoeven pounds away and Martinek struggles to deal with them.
(Rd 1 - 13:38) Verhoeven pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.
(Rd 1 - 13:22) Martinek tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 13:05) Verhoeven unloads with some right hands, but Martinek deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 1 - 12:49) Martinek tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 12:35) Verhoeven fires off some rights, but Martinek isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 12:19) Martinek transitions to half guard.
(Rd 1 - 12:07) Verhoeven throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 11:48) Verhoeven blocks Martinek as he tries a sweep from half guard.
(Rd 1 - 11:21) Verhoeven fires away with punches, but Martinek doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 1 - 11:10) Martinek tries to sweep Verhoeven but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 10:49) In half guard, Verhoeven catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 10:31) Verhoeven fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 10:01) Martinek tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Verhoeven doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Verhoeven fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) Verhoeven blocks Martinek as he tries a sweep from half guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) Verhoeven throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 08:34) Verhoeven blocks Martinek as he tries a sweep from half guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:23) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 08:15) Verhoeven fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Martinek with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:59) Verhoeven can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Martinek with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:37) Verhoeven comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 07:37) Martinek throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 07:37) Verhoeven feints one way and then the other, throwing Martinek off balance and leaving him badly exposed.
(Rd 1 - 07:37) Verhoeven lands a left hand and then he catches Martinek with a right hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 07:27) We move into the second half of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:27) Verhoeven moves confidently around the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 06:53) Verhoeven comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 06:53) Verhoeven steps into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 06:53) Verhoeven feints one way and then the other, throwing Martinek off balance and leaving him badly exposed.
(Rd 1 - 06:53) Verhoeven connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a crunching leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 06:36) Martinek shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 06:36) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:17) Martinek looks to pass half guard and get side control.
(Rd 1 - 06:17) He passes straight to the mount.
(Rd 1 - 05:53) Martinek pounds away with elbow strikes but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 05:36) Martinek blocks an attempt to move him from mount.
(Rd 1 - 05:19) Martinek starts dropping heavy duty elbow strikes on Verhoeven, who is in serious trouble!
(Rd 1 - 05:19) With punches raining down, Verhoeven desperately tries to get away but only succeeds in giving up his back!
(Rd 1 - 05:01) Martinek gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 04:44) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Martinek tries to finish Verhoeven off with a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 04:44) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Martinek has Verhoeven flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 04:17) The winner, by submission, is Michal 'Blackbeard' Martinek!

Official Result: Michal 'Blackbeard' Martinek defeats Rico 'Prince of Kickboxing' Verhoeven (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 10:43 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Michal Martinek gives a name-check to everyone at Spartakus Rzeszow, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Vitaly Minakov would be a tough challenge but one that he'd be interested in trying.

MAIN CARD

Broadcast Live On Tournament TV Around The World

Broadcast Team: Mauro Ranallo, Patrick Cote, Jessica Rakoczy

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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Martyna Czech (5-1-1, 2-1 CTC, From: Tychy, Poland, Favorite: -680) vs. Taneisha "Triple Threat" Tennant (7-2, 2-1 CTC, From: New York, New York, Underdog: +540)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The main card opens with Martyna Czech facing Taneisha 'Triple Threat' Tennant.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Marcos Rosales, Matt Hume, and Cardo Urso.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:53) Tennant initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 14:53) Czech tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 14:53) A one-two from Tennant fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 14:37) Tennant steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 14:37) Czech hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 14:37) Tennant lands a jab and then she hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) Tennant comes forward on the attack.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) Czech tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) Tennant fails to find a home for her jab, but then she catches Czech with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 13:53) Tennant steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 13:53) Czech throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 13:53) Tennant connects with a nice jab and then she hits Czech with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 13:29) Tennant comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 13:29) Czech hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 13:29) Tennant hits a couple of minor left hands, but Czech avoids a big right.
(Rd 1 - 12:54) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 12:29) Tennant initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 12:29) Czech fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 12:29) Tennant can't hit a set-up left jab, but then she catches Czech with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 12:17) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 11:41) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 11:14) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 11:14) Czech counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.
(Rd 1 - 10:49) Tennant uses a left jab, but her big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 10:29) Tennant comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 10:29) Czech hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 10:29) Tennant connects with a jab but Czech avoids a big right.
(Rd 1 - 10:02) Tennant comes forward on the attack.
(Rd 1 - 10:02) Czech misses with a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 10:02) Tennant uses a left jab but her big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:41) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:41) Czech misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a jab and a good right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:16) Tennant comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 09:16) Tennant steps into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 09:16) A jab hits home from Tennant and then she hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Tennant initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Czech hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Tennant throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 1 - 08:47) Czech appeared to be going for a takedown, but Tennant took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 08:47) Tennant lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:20) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:20) Czech misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:58) Tennant comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 07:58) Czech misses with a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 07:58) Tennant fails to find a home for her jab, but then she scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:37) Tennant lands two jabs and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:23) Tennant is still moving well, but she is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 1 - 07:14) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:14) Czech misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Tennant attacks with a quick left jab and a good right hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:14) Czech looks to have been cut above her eye, blood is trickling down.
(Rd 1 - 07:02) Tennant glances at the clock.
(Rd 1 - 06:56) Tennant comes forward, walking down Czech.
(Rd 1 - 06:56) Czech manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 06:56) Tennant fails to find a home for her jab, but then she catches Czech with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:31) Tennant comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 06:31) Czech throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 06:31) A jab hits home from Tennant and then she hits Czech with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) Moving forward constantly, Tennant is pressuring Czech.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) Czech lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) Tennant hits a left hand but Czech avoids a big right.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) Moving forward constantly, Tennant is pressuring Czech.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) Czech lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) Tennant uses a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 05:15) A jab lands from Tennant, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 1 - 04:55) Tennant comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 04:55) Czech throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 04:55) Tennant throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 04:43) Tennant is definitely slowing, her gas tank is being challenged here.
(Rd 1 - 04:35) Tennant connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 04:12) Czech scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.
(Rd 1 - 04:12) Tennant connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 03:43) A jab is wide from Tennant, but then she scores with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 03:21) Tennant comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 03:21) Czech hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.
(Rd 1 - 03:21) Tennant lands a left hand and then catches Czech with a right roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) Breathing very hard, Tennant is looking ragged.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) With Czech bleeding, referee Dan Miragliotta pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) The fight recommences!
(Rd 1 - 02:54) Tennant can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 02:34) Czech shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 02:34) Czech gets hold of a leg but Tennant remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 1 - 02:34) Czech can't get Tennant down and so settles for pushing her up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:12) With Tennant stuck against the cage, Czech tries to use a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 02:12) An outside leg trip sweeps Tennant down to the ground where she is left on her back under side control!
(Rd 1 - 01:52) Czech punches down at Tennant, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 01:29) Czech tries to ensnare Tennant in an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 01:29) Tennant stops Czech from applying it.
(Rd 1 - 01:09) Czech tries to lock Tennant in a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 01:09) A kimura is fully applied, Tennant is in huge trouble!
(Rd 1 - 01:09) No! She pops free. That was really close.
(Rd 1 - 01:09) Despite that, Tennant remains under side control.
(Rd 1 - 00:50) Czech keeps Tennant guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 00:31) Czech attempts to kimura Tennant from side control.
(Rd 1 - 00:31) Tennant gets caught by the kimura, but fought it off long enough to reach the end of the round!
(Rd 1 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.
(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 Czech.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Martyna Czech!

Official Result: Martyna Czech defeats Taneisha 'Triple Threat' Tennant (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Martyna Czech gives a name-check to everyone at Bastion Tychy, all her various sponsors, and all her friends, family, and supporters. She is asked who she'd like to face in her next fight, and replies that she has a lot of respect for the skills of Kelly Faszholz and that she thinks it'd be a great fight. The interview itself wasn't that great, but she is so photogenic that just being on camera boosts her profile.

HEAVYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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Evgeny Goncharov (16-4-1NC, 2-1 CTC, From: Rostov-On-Don, Russia, Favorite: -710) vs. Hugo "Silverback" Cunha (7-1, 2-1 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +560)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Evgeny Goncharov goes up against Hugo 'Silverback' Cunha.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Nelson Hamilton, Marcos Rosales, and Matt Hume.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 14:55) Goncharov initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 14:55) Cunha hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 14:55) Goncharov can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Cunha with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 14:42) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:42) Goncharov slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.
(Rd 1 - 14:16) Goncharov stalks forward, pressuring Cunha.
(Rd 1 - 14:16) Cunha lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 14:16) A jab hits home from Goncharov and then he hits Cunha with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 13:55) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 13:55) Cunha doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 13:55) Goncharov hits a left jab but misses a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 13:39) Moving forward constantly, Goncharov is pressuring Cunha.
(Rd 1 - 13:39) Cunha hit two counter left hands.
(Rd 1 - 13:39) A jab is wide from Goncharov, but then he hits Cunha with a beautiful right uppercut!
(Rd 1 - 13:39) Cunha is knocked down!
(Rd 1 - 13:34) Goncharov knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Cunha, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!
(Rd 1 - 13:34) Goncharov pounds away with rights, Cunha is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face!
(Rd 1 - 13:34) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 13:21) The winner, by TKO; Evgeny Goncharov!

Official Result: Evgeny Goncharov defeats Hugo 'Silverback' Cunha (TKO (Strikes) in 1:39 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Evgeny Goncharov gives a name-check to everyone at DagFighter, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters.

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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Joselyne "La Pantera" Edwards (11-3, 2-1 CTC, From: Panama City, Panama, Favorite: -360) vs. Hailey "All Hail" Cowan (8-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Waco, Texas, Underdog: +280)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Joselyne 'La Pantera' Edwards squaring off with Hailey 'All Hail' Cowan.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Dan Miragliotta.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Nelson Hamilton, Marcos Rosales, and Matt Hume.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Edwards looks significantly bigger than Cowan as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 14:49) Edwards can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 14:34) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 1 - 14:13) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 13:47) Edwards comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 13:47) Cowan fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 13:47) Edwards hits a left hand but her big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 13:24) Edwards lands two jabs and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 13:24) Cowan looks to have been cut under her eye.
(Rd 1 - 13:04) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 12:43) Edwards throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 1 - 12:33) Cowan comes in and grabs Edwards in a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 12:24) Cowan is looking to muscle Edwards back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 12:24) Cowan achieves it, pinning Edwards to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 12:08) Edwards is trapped against the cage and Cowan hits her with a short right uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 11:51) With Edwards stuck against the cage, Cowan tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 1 - 11:51) The takedown is successful, Edwards pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 11:31) Cowan pounds away, but Edwards isn't troubled by the strikes.
(Rd 1 - 11:16) Edwards tries to catch Cowan with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 10:57) Time slips away as Cowan successfully keeps Edwards stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 10:23) Cowan throws a few left hands to the body.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Time slips away as Cowan successfully keeps Edwards stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 09:20) For the moment Cowan is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 09:00) Edwards throws out some punches, but Cowan leans back to avoid them.
(Rd 1 - 08:42) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 08:33) Edwards initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:33) Cowan hits two right hands on the counter.
(Rd 1 - 08:33) Edwards lands a left hand and then she lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:10) Circling warily, Cowan is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.
(Rd 1 - 08:10) Edwards fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:58) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 07:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:30) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:30) Edwards slips past a left hook and counters with a nice left hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:17) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.
(Rd 1 - 06:56) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Cowan.
(Rd 1 - 06:56) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.
(Rd 1 - 06:56) The referee signals for the fight to continue!
(Rd 1 - 06:43) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.
(Rd 1 - 06:20) Edwards comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 06:20) Cowan hit two counter right hands.
(Rd 1 - 06:20) Edwards lands a left hand and then she hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 05:57) Edwards comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 05:57) Cowan manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 05:57) Edwards can't hit a set-up left jab, but then she hits Cowan with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 05:41) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) Edwards comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) Cowan throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) Edwards lands two jabs, but her big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 04:37) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 04:12) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 03:39) Edwards steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 03:39) Cowan fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 03:39) Edwards can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then she hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 03:12) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 03:12) Cowan scores with a right kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 03:12) Edwards hits a couple of jabs and also hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 02:43) Edwards comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 02:43) Cowan hit a counter right hand.
(Rd 1 - 02:43) Edwards throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 02:33) Edwards comes forward, walking down Cowan.
(Rd 1 - 02:33) Cowan hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 02:33) Edwards throws a one-two, but Cowan was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 02:13) Edwards initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 02:13) Cowan lands a right hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 02:13) Edwards throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 1 - 01:49) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 01:49) Edwards dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a good right hook.
(Rd 1 - 01:23) Edwards stalks forward, pressuring Cowan.
(Rd 1 - 01:23) Cowan fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 01:23) Edwards fails to find a home for her jab, but then she scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) Taking a few gulps of breath, Edwards is giving the first hint that she is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) Edwards forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) Cowan misses with a right hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) Edwards throws a two-punch combo but Cowan avoids both.
(Rd 1 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:47) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:47) Edwards lands a left jab but finds her right cross blocked.
(Rd 1 - 00:47) Cowan uses a right jab but misses with a head kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 00:29) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:29) Edwards slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.
(Rd 1 - 00:09) Cowan comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.
(Rd 1 - 00:09) Edwards fails to find a home for her jab, but then hits Cowan with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 00:09) Cowan starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut under her eye.
(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 Edwards is the winner.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Joselyne 'La Pantera' Edwards is the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Joselyne 'La Pantera' Edwards defeats Hailey 'All Hail' Cowan (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Joselyne Edwards name-checks all of her sponsors, then thanks all of her fans who turned out to support her. Showing respect, Joselyne Edwards praises Cowan for her skill and toughness. Joselyne Edwards can certainly talk and it makes her very marketable as a result.

HEAVYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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Viktor Pesta (17-7, 2-1 CTC, From: Prague, Czech Republic, Favorite: -180) vs. Cyril "Silverback" Asker (11-5, 2-1 CTC, From: Avignon, France, Underdog: +140)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Viktor Pesta battling Cyril 'Silverback' Asker.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Dan Miragliotta.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Cardo Urso, Sal D'Amato, and Nelson Hamilton.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:50) Pesta lands a weak, tentative jab.
(Rd 1 - 14:50) Asker hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 14:33) Circling, Pesta clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.
(Rd 1 - 14:33) Asker lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 14:17) Pesta keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and shoot on Asker.
(Rd 1 - 14:17) Asker throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 14:07) Seizing the opportunity, Pesta shoots.
(Rd 1 - 13:58) Pesta couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Asker hops in place on the other.
(Rd 1 - 13:58) With Asker not going down, Pesta settles for pushing him up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:47) Pesta tries to keep him up against the cage, but Asker works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 13:26) Pesta looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Asker simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 13:26) Asker lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 13:04) Asker moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 1 - 13:04) Asker hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 12:54) Asker is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 1 - 12:40) Pesta uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt.
(Rd 1 - 12:40) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Asker pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 12:33) Asker is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Pesta off of him.
(Rd 1 - 12:09) Pesta is trying to pass guard.
(Rd 1 - 12:09) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Asker tries to get back up.
(Rd 1 - 11:58) The scramble fails to secure either fighter a dominant position, and they both end up standing.
(Rd 1 - 11:33) A jab hits home from Asker and then he lands a right hand to the body.
(Rd 1 - 11:08) Asker connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 10:46) A jab lands from Asker, but Pesta steps back to avoid a right to the body.
(Rd 1 - 10:32) Pesta, backing off, hits two weak left hands.
(Rd 1 - 10:32) Asker lands a jab and then hits Pesta with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 10:23) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Asker is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.
(Rd 1 - 10:08) Pesta sets up a nice takedown attempt.
(Rd 1 - 10:08) The takedown is completed, Asker is on his back and pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 10:08) That's his second takedown of the fight.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Time slips away as Pesta successfully keeps Asker stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 09:24) In guard, Pesta begins working to pass to side control.
(Rd 1 - 09:24) He passes guard, but Asker was ready and immediately starts to scramble.
(Rd 1 - 09:12) The scramble somehow results in Asker underneath Pesta in north-south position.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) Asker takes a few sharp elbows to the midsection.
(Rd 1 - 08:43) Asker tries to move from under Pesta, but can't get free.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) Pesta tries to move to side control, but Asker sensed the shift in weight and scrambles.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Pesta brilliantly manages to take his opponent's back!
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Pesta tries to finish Asker off with a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Asker stops Pesta from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 1 - 07:44) Asker doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
(Rd 1 - 07:44) Pesta blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 07:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 1 - 07:22) Pesta tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 07:22) Asker doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.
(Rd 1 - 06:51) Pesta blocks Asker as he tries to roll over.
(Rd 1 - 06:38) Pesta pounds away, Asker is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!
(Rd 1 - 06:24) Asker is in huge trouble now, as Pesta successfully gets both hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 06:11) Pesta, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 06:11) Asker fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) Asker struggles against Pesta but cannot get himself free from the hooks.
(Rd 1 - 05:22) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Pesta tries to finish Asker off with a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 05:22) Pesta flattens Asker out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!
(Rd 1 - 04:56) The winner, by submission, is Viktor Pesta!

Official Result: Viktor Pesta defeats Cyril 'Silverback' Asker (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 10:04 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Viktor Pesta thanks everyone connected to Sanford MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Viktor Pesta says it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Cyril Asker. Viktor Pesta can certainly talk and it makes him very marketable as a result.

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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Talita Bernardo (6-5, 1-0 CTC, From: Rio Das Ostras, Brazil, Favorite: -360) vs. "Short Temper" Patrizia Lausier (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Underdog: +290)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Talita Bernardo battles 'Short Temper' Patrizia Lausier.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Marcos Rosales, and Matt Hume.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Lausier is fighting in front of a home crowd tonight, and gets a big cheer as she makes her entrance.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Lausier deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Bernardo had looked like she was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) A jab is wide from Lausier, but then she catches Bernardo with a low kick to the front leg.
(Rd 1 - 14:28) Lausier moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 1 - 14:28) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Bernardo, but Lausier was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 14:28) Attacking with a quick flurry, Lausier lands three of three punches and then catches Bernardo with a high-impact spin kick to the body!
(Rd 1 - 14:28) Bernardo collapses from that blow, this fight is over!
(Rd 1 - 14:10) By body kick TKO, the winner is Patrizia Lausier!

Official Result: 'Short Temper' Patrizia Lausier defeats Talita Bernardo (TKO (Body Kick) in 0:50 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Patrizia Lausier gives a name-check to everyone at Toshido MMA, all her various sponsors, and all her friends, family, and supporters.

HEAVYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX THIRD ROUND BOUT

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Muhammed "Mo Muscle" DeReese (10-3, 2-1 CTC, From: Titusville, Florida, Underdog: +100) vs. Mohammed "The Motor" Usman (9-2, 2-1 CTC, From: Arlington, Texas, Favorite: -110)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Muhammed 'Mo Muscle' DeReese fights Mohammed 'The Motor' Usman.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Jason Herzog will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Marcos Rosales, Matt Hume, and Cardo Urso.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) They touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:55) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.
(Rd 1 - 14:55) Usman works his way to a dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 14:48) Usman tries to wrestle DeReese backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:48) DeReese doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.
(Rd 1 - 14:27) DeReese tries to wrestle Usman backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:27) DeReese does it, Usman is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:12) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, DeReese keeps Usman stuck against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:12) Thirty seconds elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.
(Rd 1 - 13:35) DeReese tries to maintain control, but Usman wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that DeReese ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:13) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Usman keeps DeReese stuck against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:13) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further thirty seconds.
(Rd 1 - 12:40) Usman tries to smother DeReese against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Usman against the cage instead.
(Rd 1 - 12:22) Referee Jason Herzog thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 12:16) The two fighters clinch.
(Rd 1 - 12:16) Usman looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 12:10) Usman is looking to muscle DeReese back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 12:10) Usman does it, DeReese is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 11:59) It isn't pretty, but Usman has DeReese stuck up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 11:59) They remain there for at least thirty seconds, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 11:18) Usman tries to maintain control, but DeReese wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Usman ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 10:50) DeReese presses Usman up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 10:50) They remain up against the cage for the next thirty seconds, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 10:08) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:56) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.
(Rd 1 - 09:56) DeReese looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:46) DeReese has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Usman down.
(Rd 1 - 09:46) DeReese gets the takedown by using the underhooks for control and working a trip! Usman pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) DeReese peppers Usman with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.
(Rd 1 - 09:14) Usman works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.
(Rd 1 - 09:14) DeReese is too quick though, and grabs side control before Usman can get up.
(Rd 1 - 08:49) DeReese throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 08:33) Usman tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) In side control, DeReese catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 08:00) DeReese blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:47) DeReese throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 07:23) Usman tries to pull guard on DeReese but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 07:12) DeReese fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 06:53) Usman tries to move to guard, but DeReese doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 06:33) DeReese is trying to move from side control to mount.
(Rd 1 - 06:33) DeReese almost gets mount, but Usman was ready and a scramble for position ensues.
(Rd 1 - 06:19) The scramble sees DeReese up first, and he is quick to wrestle Usman up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 06:05) Usman, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that DeReese is exerting.
(Rd 1 - 06:05) 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 - 05:10) Usman wrestles back against DeReese, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:50) Usman tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but DeReese reverses so that he is the one in control.
(Rd 1 - 04:27) 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 - 04:17) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) Usman is the aggressor in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 04:10) Getting underhooks, Usman looks for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 04:10) A sweep of the legs is successful, DeReese has to pull half guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:50) Usman fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 03:34) Usman fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 03:12) DeReese tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 02:58) Usman throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 02:35) DeReese tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Usman doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 02:20) Usman throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 02:04) Usman blocks an attempted sweep.
(Rd 1 - 01:48) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 01:48) DeReese is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 1 - 01:48) For the first time, Usman is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 1 - 01:35) Usman shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 01:35) Usman can't get past the sprawl of DeReese and gets pushed down onto his hands and knees instead.
(Rd 1 - 01:20) DeReese fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.
(Rd 1 - 01:03) Usman gets quickly back to his feet.
(Rd 1 - 00:54) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:49) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 00:49) Usman looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 00:39) Using his wrestling skills, Usman is trying to push DeReese up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:39) Usman manages it and controls DeReese up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:19) Usman shows his grappling ability by trapping DeReese up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:19) Usman and DeReese remain up against the cage for the remainder of the round, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.
(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) Cardo Urso scores the fight as a draw.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Marcos Rosales: DeReese.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Matt Hume has given DeReese the win.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The winner, by majority decision, is Muhammed 'Mo Muscle' DeReese!

Official Result: Muhammed 'Mo Muscle' DeReese defeats Mohammed 'The Motor' Usman (Majority Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Very Poor.

Post-Fight: Muhammed DeReese thanks everyone connected to Spartan Fitness MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Showing respect, Muhammed DeReese praises Usman for his skill and toughness. He knows exactly how to handle these sorts of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself.

HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX SEMI-FINAL BOUT

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Arjan Bhullar (13-1, 3-0 CTC, From: Richmond, British Columbia, Even: -110) vs. Valentin Moldavsky (14-1, 3-0 CTC, From: Stary Oskol, Russia, Even: -110)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Arjan Bhullar taking on Valentin Moldavsky.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Matt Hume, Cardo Urso, and Sal D'Amato.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 14:53) Setting it up well, Moldavsky shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 14:53) The takedown is successful, Bhullar pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 14:43) Time slips away as Moldavsky successfully keeps Bhullar stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 14:08) The clock runs down as Bhullar is being smothered against the ground by Moldavsky.
(Rd 1 - 13:37) Moldavsky smothers Bhullar with his body by pushing forward and down.
(Rd 1 - 13:12) Bhullar is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Moldavsky off of him.
(Rd 1 - 12:41) Moldavsky lies on top of Bhullar, basically smothering him.
(Rd 1 - 12:01) Moldavsky keeps Bhullar guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 11:45) Moldavsky blocks Bhullar as he tries a sweep from the guard.
(Rd 1 - 11:27) With no progress being made, referee Marc Goddard stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 11:12) Showing great timing, Moldavsky comes in fast and looks for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 11:12) The takedown is completed, Bhullar is on his back and pulls half guard.
(Rd 1 - 11:12) That's his second takedown.
(Rd 1 - 11:03) Moldavsky throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 10:43) Bhullar tries to break free and scramble for position, but Moldavsky keeps him trapped.
(Rd 1 - 10:25) Moldavsky keeps Bhullar guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:58) Moldavsky blocks Bhullar as he tries to get enough separation to scramble up.
(Rd 1 - 09:42) Moldavsky throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 09:26) In half guard, Moldavsky catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 09:07) Bhullar gets some separation and tries to scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 09:07) It's a bad choice though, as Moldavsky seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.
(Rd 1 - 08:44) Moldavsky throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 08:15) Bhullar tries to move to guard, but Moldavsky doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 08:00) Looking to catch his breath, Moldavsky is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 07:30) Moldavsky blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Moldavsky throws a few right hands to the body.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Moldavsky blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:35) Moldavsky keeps Bhullar guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Moldavsky blocks Bhullar as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:49) Moldavsky tries to ensnare Bhullar in a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 05:49) Bhullar blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 05:14) Bhullar tries to pull guard on Moldavsky but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 04:58) The lack of progress forces referee Marc Goddard to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) Bhullar seems to be the aggressor.
(Rd 1 - 04:39) Bhullar gets solid control and may be looking for a wrestling-based takedown.
(Rd 1 - 04:39) It doesn't work, Moldavsky defended against it well.
(Rd 1 - 04:10) Moldavsky pushes away and manages to get clear of the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 03:44) The fighters get in close and clinch.
(Rd 1 - 03:44) Bhullar seems to get the advantage.
(Rd 1 - 03:34) Bhullar tries to pick Moldavsky up for a slam.
(Rd 1 - 03:34) He can't get it though, Moldavsky defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely.
(Rd 1 - 02:59) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 02:59) Bhullar manages to get control of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 02:51) Bhullar tries to wrestle Moldavsky backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:51) Bhullar can't do it though, and Moldavsky gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.
(Rd 1 - 02:21) Moldavsky is trying to push Bhullar so that his back is up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:21) Moldavsky achieves it, pinning Bhullar to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:10) Bhullar is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Moldavsky has over him.
(Rd 1 - 02:10) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.
(Rd 1 - 01:23) With Bhullar stuck against the cage, Moldavsky starts trying to set-up up a suplex.
(Rd 1 - 01:23) It doesn't work, Bhullar defended against it well.
(Rd 1 - 01:04) Moldavsky has solid control and appears to be trying to set up a suplex attempt.
(Rd 1 - 01:04) The takedown doesn't work, Bhullar blocked it and then turns it so that Moldavsky is the one against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:50) Bhullar smothers Moldavsky up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:50) They remain there for at least thirty seconds, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 00:10) Unable to get free, Moldavsky is smothered up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:10) They exchange close-quarters punches until the round ends.
(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 give the result in favour of Moldavsky.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Valentin Moldavsky!

Official Result: Valentin Moldavsky defeats Arjan Bhullar (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Awful.

Post-Fight: Valentin Moldavsky thanks everyone connected to Alexander Nevsky Club for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Valentin Moldavsky gives a show of respect to his opponent.

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX SEMI-FINAL BOUT

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Aspen Ladd (12-1, 3-0 CTC, From: Folsom, California, Favorite: -1200) vs. Sy "Lady Dragon" Jewett (5-2, 3-1 CTC, From: Red Deer, Alberta, Underdog: +950)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Aspen Ladd taking on Sy 'Lady Dragon' Jewett.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Nelson Hamilton, Marcos Rosales, and Matt Hume.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:49) Ladd lands a left hand and then catches Jewett with a beautiful right kick to the head.
(Rd 1 - 14:41) Jewett staggers backward, looking dazed...that last blow must have really rocked her!
(Rd 1 - 14:41) Ladd moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! Jewett goes down!
(Rd 1 - 14:26) Ladd knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Jewett, looking to finish her off by raining down punches!
(Rd 1 - 14:26) Ladd pounds away on Jewett, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!
(Rd 1 - 14:26) With Jewett taking a beating, referee Dan Miragliotta has to stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 14:11) The winner, by TKO, is Aspen Ladd!

Official Result: Aspen Ladd defeats Sy 'Lady Dragon' Jewett (TKO (Strikes) in 0:49 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Aspen Ladd praises her team at MMA Gold Fight Team, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. The camera loves Aspen Ladd, so even if she isn't a particularly interesting interviewee she still benefits from being on camera.

CO-MAIN EVENT

HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX SEMI-FINAL BOUT

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Alexander "Drago" Volkov (35-8, 3-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Favorite: -380) vs. Denis "The Russian Bogatyr" Goltsov (27-6, 3-0 CTC, From: St. Petersburg, Russia, Underdog: +300)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The co-main event is up next. Alexander 'Drago' Volkov goes head to head with Denis 'The Russian Bogatyr' Goltsov in the CTC Heavyweight division.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Jason Herzog.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Sal D'Amato, Nelson Hamilton, and Marcos Rosales.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's a big size difference in this fight, Volkov is probably at least 20lbs heavier. That's a major disadvantage for Goltsov to try and overcome.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 14:45) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Goltsov manages to connect with three punches out of a flurry but can't hit a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Volkov scores with a brace of jabs but misses with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:17) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 14:17) Volkov counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a solid right hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:57) Volkov comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 13:57) Goltsov scores with two counter jabs.
(Rd 1 - 13:57) A jab is wide from Volkov, but then he catches Goltsov with a low kick to the front leg.
(Rd 1 - 13:38) Goltsov warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to shoot in.
(Rd 1 - 13:38) Volkov can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Goltsov with a low kick to the front leg.
(Rd 1 - 13:19) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 13:19) There's a quick exchange of strikes but nobody manages to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 13:19) Goltsov misses a jab and also misses a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 13:19) Volkov throws a right head kick but doesn't make contact.
(Rd 1 - 13:13) Shoulders hunched, Volkov studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity.
(Rd 1 - 13:01) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 13:01) Volkov slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a left kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 12:36) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 12:36) Volkov hits a left jab and also lands a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 12:36) Goltsov misses with a left jab but lands with a left hand to the body.
(Rd 1 - 12:21) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 12:21) Volkov goes to the body with a left kick.
(Rd 1 - 12:21) Goltsov is off-target with a jab but nails a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 12:02) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 12:02) Goltsov misses with a big right hand, allowing Volkov to counter with a spinning kick.
(Rd 1 - 11:43) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 1 - 11:14) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 11:14) Volkov misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Goltsov to attack with a quick left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.
(Rd 1 - 10:52) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.
(Rd 1 - 10:36) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 10:36) Goltsov misses a jab and also has a right hand blocked.
(Rd 1 - 10:36) Volkov misses with a left jab and also can't connect on a spin kick.
(Rd 1 - 10:12) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 09:45) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:45) Volkov misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Goltsov attacks with a massive right hook to the jaw!
(Rd 1 - 09:40) Volkov wobbles, then falls!
(Rd 1 - 09:40) Goltsov quickly secures side control over his stunned opponent.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) Goltsov throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 09:12) Goltsov keeps Volkov guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:52) Goltsov keeps Volkov guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:26) Goltsov attempts a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 08:26) Volkov doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 08:10) Goltsov tries to ensnare Volkov in an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 08:10) Volkov blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 07:43) Goltsov tries to lock Volkov into a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 07:43) Volkov fights off the kimura attempt.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) In side control, Goltsov throws a couple of punches designed to keep Volkov guessing.
(Rd 1 - 06:40) Goltsov throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 06:10) The lack of progress forces referee Jason Herzog to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 06:10) Volkov is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Volkov is off-target with a jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Goltsov scores with a jab and also hits a left hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 05:40) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 05:40) Volkov scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 05:40) Goltsov scores with a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 05:26) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 05:26) Goltsov hits a glancing blow with a high kick.
(Rd 1 - 05:26) Volkov hits a pair of jabs and also hits a glancing high kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:52) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 04:52) Goltsov lands a left jab and also lands a left hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 04:52) Volkov hits a jab and also hits a left hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 04:33) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 04:33) Goltsov lands a one-two. Volkov hits a jab and also just about lands a head kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:16) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) Goltsov easily checks a leg kick and counters with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.
(Rd 1 - 03:49) Goltsov is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 1 - 03:42) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 03:42) Goltsov misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 03:19) Volkov stalks forward, pressuring Goltsov.
(Rd 1 - 03:19) Goltsov lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 03:19) Volkov uses a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 03:04) Volkov is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.
(Rd 1 - 02:50) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 02:50) Volkov misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a good right hook.
(Rd 1 - 02:21) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:21) Goltsov slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a nice left hand.
(Rd 1 - 02:01) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:01) Goltsov hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 02:01) Volkov hits a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg.
(Rd 1 - 01:41) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) Goltsov hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. Volkov hits a jab but can't get a kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) Volkov is looking really tired.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) Seeing that Volkov looks shattered, Goltsov easily pulls him into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) Using his wrestling skills, Goltsov is trying to push Volkov up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 01:05) Goltsov does it, Volkov is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 00:47) Volkov is trapped against the cage and Goltsov hits him with a short left uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 00:29) Goltsov smothers Volkov against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.
(Rd 1 - 00:18) Goltsov hits Volkov, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 00:06) Goltsov smothers Volkov against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given Goltsov the win.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Denis 'The Russian Bogatyr' Goltsov wins by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Denis 'The Russian Bogatyr' Goltsov defeats Alexander 'Drago' Volkov (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Denis Goltsov gives a name-check to everyone at Sambo 70, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Denis Goltsov says that it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Alexander Volkov. While he's not a great talker, Denis Goltsov has the looks to get a reaction all the same.

INAUGURAL CTC HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE FIGHT

Denis Goltsov vs. Valentin Moldavsky

MAIN EVENT

WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP GRAND PRIX SEMI-FINAL BOUT

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Sarah "Cheesecake" Moras (9-7, 3-1 CTC, From: Kelowna, British Columbia, Favorite: -520) vs. "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey (15-2, 3-0 CTC, From: Riverside, California, Underdog: +410)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 30:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Sarah 'Cheesecake' Moras battles 'Rowdy' Ronda Rousey in the CTC Womens Bantamweight division.
(Rd 1 - 30:00) Our referee is Jason Herzog.
(Rd 1 - 30:00) Our judges at cageside are: Cardo Urso, Sal D'Amato, and Nelson Hamilton.
(Rd 1 - 30:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 30:00) They touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 29:52) Rousey shoots in at high speed for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 29:52) She drives forward with a double leg takedown attempt, Moras is swept off her feet and backward!
(Rd 1 - 29:52) Rousey ends up holding a seated Moras around the waist, pressing her up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 29:45) Rousey pounds away, but Moras calmly deals with them.
(Rd 1 - 29:28) Moras tries to sweep Rousey, but can't.
(Rd 1 - 29:10) Rousey fires off some rights, but Moras isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 28:50) Moras attempts to sweep Rousey.
(Rd 1 - 28:50) Moras sweeps Rousey over, ending on top in guard.
(Rd 1 - 28:38) Moras looks to get past the guard.
(Rd 1 - 28:38) Moras passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Rousey starts scrambling.
(Rd 1 - 28:27) Rousey somehow ends up on top of Moras in north-south position.
(Rd 1 - 28:15) Rousey attempts an armbar as she spins out from north-south position.
(Rd 1 - 28:15) The armbar attempt is unsuccessful, and Moras takes the opportunity to try to scramble.
(Rd 1 - 27:57) Rousey manages to come out on top, with Moras pulling half guard.
(Rd 1 - 27:46) Rousey throws a few right hands as she takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 27:18) Rousey blocks an attempted sweep.
(Rd 1 - 27:00) Rousey unloads with some right hands, but Moras deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 1 - 26:48) Moras tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Rousey doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 26:32) Looking to catch her breath, Rousey is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 26:07) Rousey blocks an attempted sweep.
(Rd 1 - 25:46) Looking to catch her breath, Rousey is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 25:19) Moras works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble her way into a better position.
(Rd 1 - 25:19) It's a bad choice though, as Rousey seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.
(Rd 1 - 24:58) Rousey fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 24:30) Moras tries to move to guard, but Rousey doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 24:13) Rousey tries to ensnare Moras in an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 24:13) Moras stops Rousey from applying it.
(Rd 1 - 23:34) Rousey blocks Moras as she tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 23:23) Rousey tries to lock Moras in an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 23:23) Moras stops Rousey from applying it.
(Rd 1 - 22:54) Rousey blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 22:37) Rousey throws a few weak-looking punches as she decides on her next move.
(Rd 1 - 22:12) Moras tries to move to guard, but Rousey doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 22:01) With no progress being made, referee Jason Herzog stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 21:48) Seeing her opponent about to shoot in, Rousey timed it well and moved in to start a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 21:32) Rousey looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.
(Rd 1 - 21:32) An outside leg trip sweeps Moras down to the ground!
(Rd 1 - 21:32) The takedown allows Rousey to take the back of Moras.
(Rd 1 - 21:04) Rousey tries to finish Moras off with a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 21:04) Moras defends herself well against the choke.
(Rd 1 - 20:46) Moras tries to move Rousey off her back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 20:28) Rousey gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 20:10) Rousey, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 20:10) Moras doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 19:35) Moras struggles against Rousey but cannot get herself free from the hooks.
(Rd 1 - 19:21) With both hooks in, Rousey tries to flatten Moras out for the rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 19:21) Moras defends herself well against the choke.
(Rd 1 - 18:53) Rousey maintains her hooks, despite Moras trying to break them.
(Rd 1 - 18:42) Rousey pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 18:22) Moras attempts to pull free of the hooks, but Rousey doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 18:09) Rousey pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 17:54) Rousey keeps both hooks, despite Moras trying to pull them apart.
(Rd 1 - 17:40) Rousey fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.
(Rd 1 - 17:22) Moras struggles against Rousey but cannot get herself free from the hooks.
(Rd 1 - 17:02) Rousey unloads with some right hands, but Moras deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 1 - 16:49) Moras tries to improve her chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.
(Rd 1 - 16:37) Rousey pounds away, but Moras calmly deals with them.
(Rd 1 - 16:22) Rousey loses her hooks, as Moras pries them away.
(Rd 1 - 16:05) Rousey attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
(Rd 1 - 16:05) Moras stops Rousey from getting her arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 1 - 15:32) Rousey blocks an attempt to roll her off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 15:15) Rousey gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 14:55) We go past the halfway point of this round.
(Rd 1 - 14:55) Rousey attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.
(Rd 1 - 14:55) Moras defends herself well against the choke.
(Rd 1 - 14:00) Rousey attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.
(Rd 1 - 14:00) Moras defends herself well against the choke.
(Rd 1 - 13:18) Rousey pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 12:59) Rousey maintains her hooks, despite Moras trying to break them.
(Rd 1 - 12:47) Rousey pounds away, but Moras calmly deals with them.
(Rd 1 - 12:28) Rousey loses her hooks, as Moras pries them away.
(Rd 1 - 12:17) Rousey tries to put Moras in a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 12:17) Moras stops Rousey from getting her arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 1 - 11:49) Rousey blocks Moras as she tries to roll over.
(Rd 1 - 11:29) Rousey gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 11:09) Rousey, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 11:09) The rear naked choke is in deep, Moras has to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 10:48) The winner, by submission; Ronda Rousey!

Official Result: 'Rowdy' Ronda Rousey defeats Sarah 'Cheesecake' Moras (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 19:12 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Ronda Rousey thanks everyone connected to Team Wildman Vale Tudo for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. Asked who she wants to fight next, she says that she'll fight whoever is put in front of her, but she thinks Sy Jewett would be a particularly good contest. She is a class act as an interviewee, she carries herself like a superstar.

INAUGURAL CTC WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT TITLE FIGHT

Aspen Ladd vs. Ronday Rousey

Attendance: 7,781

Gate Reciepts: $1,556,200

Sponsorship: $84,509

Ad Revenue: $3,091,581

Merchandise: $14,929

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $621,156)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Ronda Rousey              $310,224     Sarah Moras              $3,102       SotN: Rousey: $25,000
Denis Goltsov             $2,743       Alexander Volkov         $33,599
Aspen Ladd                $29,394      Sy Jewett                $1,936       Perf: Ladd: $25,000
Valentin Modavsky         $4,212       Arjan Bhullar            $3,230
Muhammed DeReese          $3,037       Mohammed Usman           $2,269
Patrizia Lausier          $28,870      Talita Bernardo          $1,534       Perf: Lausier: $25,000
Viktor Pesta              $4,287       Cyril Asker              $1,890
Joselyne Edwards          $51,428      Hailey Cowan             $51,254      FotN: Both: $50,000
Evgeny Goncharov          $28,928      Hugo Cunha               $164         KotN: Goncharov: $25,000
Martyna Czech             $1,250       Taneisha Tennant         $164
Michal Martinek           $2,206       Rico Verhoeven           $2,101
Kelly Faszholz            $27,206      Aline Serio              $26,128      Perf: Both: $25,000

Drug Testing: $9,000

Production: $82,248

Profit: $4,034,815

Critical Rating: 75%

Commercial Rating: 96%

News

- The drug test results are back from Canadian Tournament Combat 48, and all fighters tested clean.

- Brian Ortega has announced that he is returning from his hiatus.

- Well, the jokes on the CTC. Having negotiated and signed on the dotted line to bring Aljamain Sterling to the CTC, when he fought his last fight at UFC 260, winning over Marlon Vera by Unanimous Decision, he also tested positive for performance enhancing drugs. He will begin his CTC career by serving a one year drug suspension, and his victory over Marlon Vera is converted to a No Contest. Sterling has denied that he used PED's during the fight, saying he was "110%" clean.

- UFC Heavyweight Jon Jones is in hot water after a profanity laced rant on line. He has yet to issue any sort of apology or offer any comment.

TOURNAMENT DRAW

Other Promotions Shows

KOTC Battle Lines (Friday, Week 1, December 2021)

Title Result: John Gunther Won The Vacant KOTC Lightweight Title

Fight of the Night: Andrew Osbourne vs. Daniel Head

KO of the Night: John Gunther (vs. Frankie Perez)

Submission of the Night: Matthew Lopez (vs. Chris Haney)

Performance Bonus: Andrew Osbourne vs. Daniel Head

PFL: Pepey vs. Palmer (Friday, Week 1, December 2021)

Title Result: None

Fight of the Night: E.J. Brooks vs. Joao Zeferino

KO of the Night: Lance Palmer (vs. Godofredo Castro)

Submission of the Night: Chris Bennett (vs. Brendan Loughnane)

Performance Bonus: Eric Reynolds vs. Deron Ungerer

Brave CF 40 (Friday, Week 1, December 2021)

Title Result: Yaozong Hu Won The Brave Heavyweight Title

Title Result: Leonardo Mafra His First Successful Defence of the Brave Super Lightweight Title

Fight of the Night: Leonardo Mafra vs. Koshi Matsumoto

KO of the Night: Leonardo Mafra (vs. Koshi Matsumoto)

Submission of the Night: Mehdi Baghdad (vs. Sage Jacquot)

EFC 89 (Saturday, Week 1, December 2021)

Title Result: Pearson Loots Won The Vacant EFC Bantamweight Title

Title Result: Adric Okiro Won The Vacant EFC Welterweight Title

Fight of the Night: Pearson Loots vs. Merille Stephens

KO of the Night: Lason Eloff (vs. Ramell Laubscher)

Submission of the Night: Pearson Loots (vs. Merielle Stephens)

KSW 62: Titans (Saturday, Week 1, December 2021)

Title Result: Roman Szymanski Made His Second Successful Defence of the KSW Lightweight Title

Title Result: Tomasz Narkun Made His Sixth Successful Defence of the KSW Light Heavyweight Title

Fight of the Night: Tomasz Nakun vs. Ivan Erslan

KO of the Night: Szymon Kolecki (vs. Akop Szostak)

Submission of the Night: Tomasz Narkun (vs. Ivan Erslan)

Performance Bonus: Decky Dalton vs. Nad Narimani

LFA 119: Pereira vs. Spicely II (Saturday, Week 1, December 2021)

Title Result: Alex Pereira Made His Second Successful Defence Of The LFA Middleweight Title

Fight of the Night: Alvaro Herrera vs. Hector Aldana

KO of the Night: Alex Pereira (vs. Eric Spicely)

Submission of the Night: Chuck O'Neil (vs. Jacob Ortiz)

Predictions

vladjarca: 7/12 (58%) Tournament Total: 128/235 (54%)

rodrigoviolim: Tournament Total: 119/197 (60%)

Majster_93: Tournament Total: 57/78 (73%)

CageRage · February 16, 2021

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Friday, Week 2, December 2021

MAIN EVENT

CTC Welterweight Title Bout: Rory "Red King" MacDonald (25-7-1, 4-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -1040) vs. Albert "Einstein" Tumenov (25-4, 3-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #3, Underdog: +830)

Yes, it's finally time to award some titles in the GCC, as the Championship Brackets begin to come to a close! Rory MacDonald is well-conditioned, and a great athlete, dangerous from anywhere in the fight, with crisp, powerful striking, or on the ground with strikes or submissions. One of only four Canadians to make it to a championship final, he is probably the best bet to come through with a title. He took a winding route to the Final, knocking out Igor Fernandes in the opening round, then losing by TKO to Michael Hill in the Championship second round, he knocked out Tristan Connelly in the #1 Contender Second Round, then was allowed back into the Championship Bracket after Georges St. Pierre's retirement, submitting Jordan Mein in the Championship Quarter-Finals, and knocking out Ismail Naurdiev in the Championship Semi-Finals. Albert Tumenov is an exciting striker that has great power and footwork. Primarily a counter-puncher, Tumenov also uses feints and switches to surprise opponents with his powerful head kicks. He entered the tournament as a late replacemnt, winning by TKO over Nate Diaz in just 48 seconds in the Championship Second Round, winning a Unanimous Decision over Ryan Ford in the Quarter-Finals, and winning by TKO in just 53 second over Matt Dwyer in the Semi-Finals.

CO-MAIN EVENT

CTC Womens Flyweight Title Bout: Na Liang (12-4, 4-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #8, Underdog: +100) vs. Valerie Loureda (7-0, 4-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #13, Favorite: -110)

The CTC Womens Flyweight Title will have the honor of being the first title contested in the history of the CTC! Na Liang is a skillful striker, with power in her head kicks. She can also devastate with knees from the Thai clinch, or take opponents down, and grind out results from suffocating top control, though she doesn't have much in the way of offensive weapons on the ground. She submitted Kinberly Tanaka Novaes in the opening round, then knocked out Rin Nakai in the Championship Second Round, knocked out Bryony Tyrell in the Quarter-Finals, and won by TKO over Molly McCann in the Championship Semi-Finals. Valerie Loureda is a devastating striker, who likes to throw a lot of powerful kicks from odd angeles. She also has a crisp, powerful boxing game, and nearly unbeatable takedown defence, and can defend herself on the ground, with excellent scrambles and sweeps. She won by TKO over Katarzyna Lubonska in the opening round, then won by TKO over Sunna Rannveig Davidsdottir in the Championship Second Round, knocked out Manjit Kolekar in the Quarter-Finals, and won by Body Kick TKO over Melinda Fabian in the Championship Semi-Finals.

MAIN CARD

Welterweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: "The Celtic Kid" Jake Matthews (20-5, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Favorite: -250) vs. Igor "Chatubinha" Fernandes (24-8, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #16, Underdog: +190)

Jake Matthews is a skillful boxer, with powerful leg kicks, but his real strength is bullying opponents with wrestling, and then getting them to the ground where he can work his strong submission game. He was submitted by Ben Askren in the opening round, then submitted Tommy King in the #1 Contender First Round, submitted Chad Laprise in the #1 Contender Second Round, and won a Unanimous Decision over Mike Perry in the #1 Contender Third Round. Igor Fernandes has power in his hands, but his main strength is in his high class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu game, working from top control with ground and pound, and a devastating submission game. He was knocked out by Rory MacDonald in the opening round, then submitted Brennan Ward in the #1 Contender First Round, submitted Jonathan Meunier in the #1 Contender Second Round, and submitted Sean Strickland in the #1 Contender Third Round.

Welterweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Jordan "Young Gun" Mein (33-15, 2-2 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Favorite: -180) vs. Jake "The Juggernaut" Ellenberger (34-14, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +140)

Jordan Mein is a striker, with crisp, powerful boxing, and good leg kicks. He has good wrestling in the clinch, and can stop a takedown, but is mediocre at best once a fight is on the ground. He won a Unanimous Decision over Christien Savoie in the opening round, then won by TKO over Chad Laprise in the Championship Second Round, he was submitted by Georges St. Pierre in the Championship Quarter-Finals, then when he got a second chance after St. Pierre's retirement, he was submitted by Rory MacDonald in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Jake Ellenberger has heavy hands that make him dangerous on the feet, but his main weapon is his powerhouse wrestling, that allows him to get fights to the ground where he can rain down ground and pound while looking for submissions. He lost a Unanimous Decision to Matt Dwyer in the opening round, then submitted Peter Davenport in the #1 Contender First Round, and won Unanimous Decisions over Brock Jardine in the #1 Contender Second Round, and Robson Gracie Jr in the #1 Contender Third Round.

Welterweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Gunnar "Gunni" Nelson (17-6-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #8, Favorite: -720) vs. Michael "The Mercenary" Hill (13-7-1, 2-2 CTC, CTC Rank: #22, Underdog: +570)

Gunnar Nelson has been a mainstay in the UFC for a lot of years, trained in Karate he has a crisp, powerful, and unorthodox kicking game, but his main strength is his strong wrestling, powerful takedowns, smothering top game, and submission skills. He enters the tournament as a late replacement, and is on a three fight UFC losing streak that saw him cut from the promotion, his last fight a Unanimous Decision (29-28) loss to Bartosz Fabinski. Michael Hill is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu player, with crisp, powerful boxing, and a strong ground game leading toward submissions. He won a Unanimous Decision over Andrew McInnes in the opening round, then pulled off a massive upset when he won by TKO over Rory MacDonald in the Championship Second Round, he was submitted by Ben Askren in the Championship Quarter-Finals, then when he got a second chance after Askren's retirement, he was submitted by Ismail Naurdiev in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

Womens Flyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Pearl Gonazalez (12-7, 2-2 CTC, CTC Rank: #10, Underdog: +190) vs. Cornelia "Connie Future" Holm (6-3, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #22, Favorite: -250)

Pearl Gonzalez is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu player, that has heavy hands, but no real striking technique. Her main threat comes on the ground, where she can tie opponents in knots with her Jiu-Jitsu, and work a slick submission game. She submitted Caitlin McEwen in the opening round, and submitted Sarah Frota in the Championship Second Round, then lost a Unanimous Decision to Valerie Letourneau in the Championship Quarter-Finals, and on getting her second chance after Letourneau's retirement, was knocked out by Molly McCann in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Cornelia Holm has crisp, powerful boxing, and good footwork, but her main strength is her wrestling, where she can bully opponents in the clinch, or take them down and work from smothering top control, grinding out results. She has won Unanimous Decisions over Zoila Frausto in the opening round, and Sheila Gaff in the Championship Second Round, but lost a Split Decision to Melinda Fabian in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

Womens Flyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Poliana Botelho (10-4, 1-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #6, Favorite: -820) vs. Manjit Kolekar (11-2, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #21, Underdog: +650)

Poliana Botelho is a Muay Thai striker, and Jiu-Jitsu player, she has powerful boxing, and crisp and powerful head kicks, and can also obliterate opponents with elbows and knees from the Thai clinch. If the fight does go to the ground, she isn't great defensively, but can attack with both ground and pound, and submissions. She entered the Grand Prix as a late replacement, and knocked out Kana Watanabe in the #1 Contender Third Round. Manjit Kolekar is a kick boxer, who came to Canada as a largely unknown and unheralded fighter, but with two Fight of the Night victories, and a great fight against Valerie Loureda, she is becoming a fighter that the public look for with interest on the undercards of their Fight Nights. She won by TKO over Kelly Kobold in the opening round, and Kana Watanabe in the Championship Second Round, before losing by Knock Out to Valerie Loureda in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

Welterweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: "Shaolin" Shane Campbell (17-9, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -250) vs. Ergys Sigeta (7-1, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +190)

Shane Campbell is a technically sound Muay Thai striker, who throws tight punches and kicks in combination with nice power. He is good in the Thai clinch and will use that to drag an opponent to the mat. His groud and pound is brutal, but the rest of his ground game relies on stalling for a stand-up. He won by TKO over Brennan Ward in the opening round, then knocked out Sam Boult in the Championship Second Round, before losing by knock out to Matt Dwyer in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Ergys Sigeta is another fighter that no one imagined would make it this far in the tournament, but relying on the power in his fists, and ground striking from on top he has managed to find a way to stymie opponents that were heavy favorites against him. He lost a Split Decision to Sam Boult in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Christien Savoie in the #1 Contender First Round, won by TKO over the enormously favored Themba Gorimbo in the #1 Contender Second Round, and won a Unanimous Decision over Sheldon Westcott in the #1 Contender Third Round.

Womens Flyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: "Amiba" Yuko Oya (12-8, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #18, Underdog: +510) vs. Alejandra "Azul" Lara (10-3, 1-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -640)

Yuko Oya is a Jiu-Jitsu fighter, with no real striking game to speak of, but her threat is in taking opponents down, and working her strong submission game. She lost a Split Decision to Paige VanZant in the opening round, then won by TKO over Chelsea Hackett in the #1 Contender First Round, won by TKO due to a cut over Caitlin McEwen in the #1 Contender Second Round, then submitted Paige VanZant in the #1 Contender Third Round. Alejandra Lara is dangerous anywhere the fight goes, she has crisp, powerful boxing, decent wrestling, and takedowns, and great positional jiu-jitsu, with a good submission game, or ground and pound. She entered the tournament as a late replacement and beat massively favored Gillian Robertson by TKO in the #1 Contender Third Round.

Womens Flyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Bryony Tyrell (6-3-1, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #20, Underdog: +200) vs. Jihin "Shadow Cat" Radzuan (7-3, 1-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -260)

Bryony Tyrell has brutally powerful leg kicks, and can devastate opponents with knees from the Thai clinch. On the ground she can control from on top, her positional, and defensive Jiu-Jitsu is not great, but her submission game is deadly. She has taken a couple big scalps on her way through the tournament so far, winning by knock out over Joanne Calderwood in the opening round, and Paige VanZant in the Championship Second Round, before losing to eventual championship contender Na Liang by knock out in the Quarter-Finals. Jihin Radzuan has decent leg kicks, but prefers to get the fight to the ground, where she can defend herself, while looking for submissions. She entered the Grand Prix as a late replacement, and won a Unanimous Decision over Samara Santos in the #1 Contender Third Round.

PRELIMINARY CARD

Strawweight Bout: Kobo Iwahashi (2-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #24, Favorite: -330) vs. "Gumby" Roussel Pourciau (1-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +260)

Kobo Iwahashi is an absolutely devastating counter striker, with world calibre kick boxing, and power in his strikes that is almost unheard of at this weight class. His ground and pound is also brutal, but he can also defend himself on the ground. He had just won the Shooto Flyweight Title with a 51 second knock out of Ippei Moto when he signed with the CTC. Roussel Pourciao is a world class Muay Thai striker, with crisp, powerful strikes, and a devastating clinch game, but he has also cross-trained on the ground, and has a strong submission game to add to that arsenal. He had his debut fight at a local show in Canada, where he won by first round submission over a local fighter.

Light Heavyweight Bout: "The Lithuanian Werewolf" Teodoras Aukstuolis (14-5, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -240) vs. Timo Feucht (9-3, 1-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +190)

Teodoras Aukstuolis is a Judo player, who has heavy hands, but his threat lies in his throw and trip takedowns, getting opponents to the ground, where he can work from stifling top control, and rain down ground and pound. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Zoumana Cisse that won him the ARES FC Heavyweight Title. Timo Feucht is a bright prospect, but the luck of the draw wasn't with him in the Grand Prix, he is an okay striker, but prefers to get fights to the ground, where he can rain down brutal ground and pound from on top, or hunt for submissions with his active guard. He is coming off a submission loss to Vinny Magalhaes in the #1 Contender Second Round.

Heavyweight Bout: Kevin Szaflarski (7-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -250) vs. Felipe Micheletti (0-2, 0-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +190)

Kevin Szaflarski has decent leg kicks, but his main threat is in getting opponents to the ground, where he can control from anywhere, has great scrambles and sweeps, and can utilize a dangerous submission game from anywhere. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Sultan Murtazaliev in the RCC. Felipe Micheletti is a great kick boxer, but that's all he is, with brutally powerful punches and kicks he always has a strikers chance in a fight, but without significantly improving his takedown and submission defence, it is unlikely that he will last at this level. A loss here would probably see him earn his walking papers. He is coming off a TKO loss to Michal Martinek in the #1 Contender First Round.

Womens Atomweight Bout: Nyrene "Neutron Bomb" Crowley (3-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Favorite: -1200) vs. Shino VanHoose (7-8-1NC, 0-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +950)

Nyrene Crowley has powerful high kicks, and can devastate opponents with elbows from the Thai clinch. If the fight goes to the ground she can work for submissions from her active guard. She is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Asha Roka in ONE Championship. Shino VanHoose is not much of a fighter period, she has lost all of her CTC fights quickly, and decisively, and with a loss today, will likely be gone from the competition. She is coming off a TKO loss to Jillian DeCoursey in the #1 Contender First Round.

(For those of you who are fans of Shino VanHoose, I am not saying this because she's a horrible fighter, she is actually an empty shell in the database with 0% in every attribute. It was hilarious when the game told me her opponent had a 65 inch reach advantage.)

Weigh-In Results

Rory MacDonald (170 lbs) vs. Albert Tumenov (170 lbs)

Na Liang (125 lbs) vs. Valerie Loureda (125 lbs)

Jake Matthews (170 lbs) vs. Igor Fernandes (170 lbs)

Jordan Mein (170 lbs) vs. Jake Ellenberger (170 lbs)

Gunnar Nelson (170 lbs) vs. Michael Hill (170 lbs)

Pearl Gonzalez (125 lbs) vs. Cornelia Holm (125 lbs)

Poliana Botelho (125 lbs) vs. Manjit Kolekar (125 lbs)

Shane Campbell (170 lbs) vs. Ergys Sigeta (170 lbs)

Yuko Oya (125 lbs) vs. Alejandro Lara (125 lbs)

Bryony Tyrell (125 lbs) vs. Jihin Radzuan (125 lbs)

Kobo Iwahashi (115 lbs) vs. Roussel Pourciau (115 lbs)

Teodoras Aukstuolis (205 lbs) vs. Timo Feucht (205 lbs)

Kevin Szaflarski (272 lbs) vs. Felipe Micheletti (243 lbs)

Nyrene Crowley (111 lbs)* vs. Shino VanHoose (105 lbs)

* Nyrene Crowley failed to make weight, and has been fined 20% of her purse, which will go to her opponent. The fight will now be fought at a Catchweight.

TOURNAMENT DRAW

Canandian Tournament Combat 50 Full Fight Card

WW Title: Rory MacDonald vs. Albert Tumenov

WFLY Title: Na Liang vs. Valerie Loureda

WW #1: Jake Matthews vs. Igor Fernandes

WW #1: Jordan Mein vs. Jake Ellenberger

WW #1: Gunnar Nelson vs. Michael Hill

WFLY #1: Pearl Gonzalez vs. Cornelia Holm

WFLY #1: Poliana Botelho vs. Manjit Kolekar

WW #1: Shane Campbell vs. Ergys Sigeta

WFLY #1: Yuko Oya vs. Alejandra Lara

WFLY #1: Bryony Tyrell vs. Jihin Radzuan

SW: Kobo Iwahashi vs. Roussel Pourciao

LHW: Teodoras Aukstuolis vs. Timo Feucht

HW: Kevin Szaflarski vs. Felipe Micheletti

CW: Nyrene Crowley vs. Shino VanHoose

vladjarca · February 16, 2021

WW Title: Rory MacDonald vs. Albert Tumenov

WFLY Title: Na Liang vs. Valerie Loureda

WW #1: Jake Matthews vs. Igor Fernandes

WW #1: Jordan Mein vs. Jake Ellenberger

WW #1: Gunnar Nelson vs. Michael Hill

WFLY #1: Pearl Gonzalez vs. Cornelia Holm

WFLY #1: Poliana Botelho vs. Manjit Kolekar

WW #1: Shane Campbell vs. Ergys Sigeta

WFLY #1: Yuko Oya vs. Alejandra Lara

WFLY #1: Bryony Tyrell vs. Jihin Radzuan

SW: Kobo Iwahashi vs. Roussel Pourciao

LHW: Teodoras Aukstuolis vs. Timo Feucht

HW: Kevin Szaflarski vs. Felipe Micheletti

CW: Nyrene Crowley vs. Shino VanHoose

Majster_93 · February 17, 2021

WW Title: Rory MacDonald vs. Albert Tumenov

WFLY Title: Na Liang vs. Valerie Loureda

WW #1: Jake Matthews vs. Igor Fernandes

WW #1: Jordan Mein vs. Jake Ellenberger

WW #1: Gunnar Nelson vs. Michael Hill

WFLY #1: Pearl Gonzalez vs. Cornelia Holm

WFLY #1: Poliana Botelho vs. Manjit Kolekar

WW #1: Shane Campbell vs. Ergys Sigeta

WFLY #1: Yuko Oya vs. Alejandra Lara

WFLY #1: Bryony Tyrell vs. Jihin Radzuan

SW: Kobo Iwahashi vs. Roussel Pourciao

LHW: Teodoras Aukstuolis vs. Timo Feucht

HW: Kevin Szaflarski vs. Felipe Micheletti

CW: Nyrene Crowley vs. Shino VanHoose

CageRage · February 18, 2021

Friday, Week 2, December, 2021

Live From Quebec City, Quebec

PRELIMINARY CARD

Streamed Live on CTCombat.ca

CATCHWEIGHT BOUT

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Nyrene "Neutron Bomb" Crowley (3-3, 0-0 CTC, From: New Zealand, Favorite: -1200) vs. Shino VanHoose (7-8-1NC, 0-2-1NC CTC, From: Boise, Idaho, Underdog: +950)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The preliminary fights start with Nyrene 'Neutron Bomb' Crowley going head to head with Shino VanHoose.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Herb Dean.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Marcos Rosales, Sal D'Amato, and Nelson Hamilton.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Crowley comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Crowley confidently steps into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Crowley lands a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 14:12) VanHoose is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 1 - 14:06) A punch from Crowley fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 14:02) Seizing the opportunity, VanHoose clinches.
(Rd 1 - 13:52) Breathing very hard, VanHoose is looking ragged.
(Rd 1 - 13:52) VanHoose attempts to wrestle Crowley to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 13:52) VanHoose can't get the takedown as Crowley wrestles her way into a dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 13:35) Using her wrestling skills, Crowley is trying to push VanHoose up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:35) Crowley achieves it, pinning VanHoose to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:18) Crowley tries to get VanHoose into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 13:18) She has it hooked, VanHoose needs to find a way out quickly.
(Rd 1 - 13:03) Using the clinch, Crowley hits a big elbow to the face of VanHoose.
(Rd 1 - 13:03) VanHoose looks to have been cut under her eye.
(Rd 1 - 12:49) Crowley misses a knee strike, but maintains her control of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 12:25) From the clinch, VanHoose gets caught with a vicious elbow to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 12:15) Crowley keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.
(Rd 1 - 11:48) Crowley keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.
(Rd 1 - 11:25) Using the clinch, Crowley hits a big elbow to the face of VanHoose.
(Rd 1 - 11:18) Crowley misses a knee strike, but maintains her control of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 10:39) Using the clinch, Crowley blasts VanHoose with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.
(Rd 1 - 10:21) VanHoose finally escapes the Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 10:15) Crowley chooses to shoot in on VanHoose.
(Rd 1 - 10:15) The takedown is successful, she almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:59) Crowley tries to pass the half guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:59) VanHoose can't keep her opponent in half guard, and Crowley gains side control.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) Crowley begins trying to get herself into mount.
(Rd 1 - 09:01) VanHoose tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up her back.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Crowley successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) Crowley attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) VanHoose doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 07:11) Crowley starts unloading with massive rights and VanHoose is getting pasted!
(Rd 1 - 07:11) With VanHoose taking a beating, referee Herb Dean has to stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 06:58) By TKO, the winner is Nyrene Crowley!

Official Result: Nyrene 'Neutron Bomb' Crowley defeats Shino VanHoose (TKO (Strikes) in 8:02 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Nyrene Crowley praises her team at Bali MMA, 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.

HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT

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Kevin Szaflarski (7-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Nowy Targ, Poland, Favorite: -250) vs. Felipe Micheletti (0-2, 0-2 CTC, From: Sorocaba, Brazil, Underdog: +190)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Kevin Szaflarski competes against Felipe Micheletti.
(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, Nelson Hamilton, and Matt Hume.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The weight difference here is obvious, as Micheletti must be giving up at least 25lbs to his opponent.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Szaflarski lands a couple of weak left hands that barely registered.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Micheletti lands a left jab, but Szaflarski avoids the kick to the body that it set up.
(Rd 1 - 14:20) Micheletti fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a lovely right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:11) Szaflarski looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him! He winds up backed against the cage with nowhere to go!
(Rd 1 - 14:11) Micheletti floors Szaflarski with a vicious head kick!
(Rd 1 - 13:58) Micheletti moves in quickly to try and finish Szaflarski with stomps and kicks!
(Rd 1 - 13:58) Somehow Szaflarski hangs on, surviving a flurry of bone-crunching stomps and kicks!
(Rd 1 - 13:38) In comes Micheletti looking to get some form of ground control.
(Rd 1 - 13:38) Szaflarski pulls Micheletti into guard, preventing him from getting any further.
(Rd 1 - 13:21) Micheletti doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest.
(Rd 1 - 13:06) Szaflarski tries to ensnare an arm.
(Rd 1 - 13:06) Micheletti gets caught in an armbar...and has no choice but to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 12:45) Kevin Szaflarski takes the win by submission!

Official Result: Kevin Szaflarski defeats Felipe Micheletti (Submission (Armbar) in 2:15 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Kevin Szaflarski praises his team at Akademia Sportow Walki Wilanow, 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 Johnson and that he thinks it'd be a great fight.

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT

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"The Lithuanian Werewolf" Teodoras Aukstuolis (14-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Ukmerge, Lithuania, Favorite: -240) vs. Tim Feucht (9-3, 1-2 CTC, From: Leipzig, Germany, Underdog: +190)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Lithuanian Werewolf' Teodoras Aukstuolis takes on Timo Feucht.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Marcos Rosales, Sal D'Amato, and Nelson Hamilton.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 14:49) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:49) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot.
(Rd 1 - 14:49) Feucht doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:49) Aukstuolis misses with a left jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:25) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:25) Aukstuolis misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Feucht comes in with a pair of jabs that are followed by a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 14:05) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 14:05) Feucht scores with a left hook. Aukstuolis uses a left jab but misses with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:43) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 13:43) Feucht hits a couple of jabs but finds his right cross blocked.
(Rd 1 - 13:43) Aukstuolis hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 13:10) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.
(Rd 1 - 12:52) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:52) Feucht is off-target with a jab and also misses a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 12:52) Aukstuolis misses with a left jab and also misses with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 12:29) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 12:05) Feucht comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 12:05) Aukstuolis tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 12:05) A one-two from Feucht fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 11:37) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 11:37) Aukstuolis hits a jab but misses a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 11:37) Feucht scores with a brace of jabs but has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 11:24) Feucht rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.
(Rd 1 - 11:15) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 11:15) Aukstuolis misses a right hook and gets countered with a nice high roundhouse kick.
(Rd 1 - 11:00) Aukstuolis backs off but does not look at all steady on his feet, he has clearly been rocked by that last blow!
(Rd 1 - 11:00) Feucht grabs the stunned Aukstuolis in a guillotine choke and drops down to tighten it!
(Rd 1 - 10:54) Aukstuolis gets free of the guillotine, Feucht didn't have it locked in tight enough.
(Rd 1 - 10:19) Aukstuolis lies on top of Feucht, basically smothering him.
(Rd 1 - 09:40) Time slips away as Aukstuolis successfully keeps Feucht stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 09:02) Aukstuolis lies on top of Feucht, basically smothering him.
(Rd 1 - 08:35) Feucht is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Aukstuolis off of him.
(Rd 1 - 08:13) Feucht is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Aukstuolis off of him.
(Rd 1 - 07:39) The clock runs down as Feucht is being smothered against the ground by Aukstuolis.
(Rd 1 - 07:03) Aukstuolis looks to pass guard and get side control.
(Rd 1 - 07:03) Feucht allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.
(Rd 1 - 06:52) Aukstuolis is left turtled up with Feucht behind him.
(Rd 1 - 06:36) Aukstuolis cannot stop himself being rolled and secured in side control.
(Rd 1 - 06:19) Feucht fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 06:03) Aukstuolis tries to pull guard on Feucht but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 05:51) Feucht attempts the mount.
(Rd 1 - 05:51) He can't get the mount as Aukstuolis rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.
(Rd 1 - 05:10) Feucht tries to get a body triangle hooked up, but can't.
(Rd 1 - 04:58) Aukstuolis tries to turn over and sweep Feucht but can't do it.
(Rd 1 - 04:41) Aukstuolis does well to block an attempt to apply a body triangle.
(Rd 1 - 04:23) Feucht blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 04:00) Aukstuolis prevents Feucht from applying a body triangle.
(Rd 1 - 03:45) Aukstuolis tries to turn over and sweep Feucht but can't do it.
(Rd 1 - 03:20) Feucht tries to get his hooks in, but can't.
(Rd 1 - 02:59) Feucht blocks Aukstuolis as he tries to roll over.
(Rd 1 - 02:45) Feucht tries to increase his control by applying a body triangle, but Aukstuolis fights it off.
(Rd 1 - 02:32) Aukstuolis tries a roll, but doesn't budge Feucht.
(Rd 1 - 02:14) Aukstuolis prevents Feucht from getting his hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 01:51) Aukstuolis tries to move Feucht off his back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 01:40) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
(Rd 1 - 01:31) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:32) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.
(Rd 1 - 00:10) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 00:10) Aukstuolis misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right cross.
(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 agreed that Feucht is the winner.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Timo Feucht is the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Timo Feucht defeats 'The Lithuanian Werewolf' Teodoras Aukstuolis (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

Post-Fight: Timo Feucht thanks everyone connected to Allstars Training Center for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He praises Aukstuolis for a tough fight.

STRAWWEIGHT BOUT

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Kobo Iwahashi (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Favorite: -330) vs. "Gumby" Roussel Pourciao (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Ottawa, Ontario, Underdog: +260)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Kobo Iwahashi competes against 'Gumby' Roussel Pourciau in the CTC Strawweight division.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Sal D'Amato, Nelson Hamilton, and Matt Hume.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Iwahashi steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Pourciau fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Iwahashi connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a lovely right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:43) That last shot may have done some damage, Pourciau is backing off and trying to cover up! He looks dazed and unsteady!
(Rd 1 - 14:43) Iwahashi tries to finish with a scorching right hand, but Pourciau slips past it at the very last possible second.
(Rd 1 - 14:36) Pourciau manages to clear his head and circle away, back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 14:21) A punch from Iwahashi fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 14:01) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 13:25) Pourciau comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 13:25) Pourciau scores with a jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 13:25) Iwahashi scores with a jab and also scores with a stinging right high kick.
(Rd 1 - 13:14) Retreating until backed against the cage, Pourciau looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! He is covering up as best as he can, but is vulnerable!
(Rd 1 - 13:14) Iwahashi goes under the guard and nails Pourciau with a right uppercut! What a shot!
(Rd 1 - 13:10) A big right hand catches Pourciau flush and snaps his head back!
(Rd 1 - 13:10) The referee has seen enough and jumps in to stop the fight! Pourciau wasn't offering enough intelligent defence.
(Rd 1 - 13:10) That looked like a late call, the referee should have gotten in there earlier.
(Rd 1 - 13:01) The winner, by TKO, is Kobo Iwahashi!

Official Result: Kobo Iwahashi defeats 'Gumby' Roussel Pourciau (TKO (Strikes) in 1:59 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Kobo Iwahashi thanks everyone connected to Reversal Gym Musashi Kosugi Tokoro Plus for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, Kobo Iwahashi celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. Kobo Iwahashi can certainly talk and it makes him very marketable as a result.

MAIN CARD

Broadcast Live On Tournament TV Around The World

Broadcast Team: Mauro Ranallo, Patrick Cote, Jessica Rakoczy

WOMENS FLYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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Bryony Tyrell (6-3-1, 2-1 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +200) vs. Jihin "Shadow Cat" Radzuan (7-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Johor Bahru, Malaysia, Favorite: -260)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We open the main portion of the show with Bryony Tyrell facing Jihin 'Shadow Cat' Radzuan.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Matt Hume, Cardo Urso, and Marcos Rosales.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 14:47) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 14:12) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 1 - 13:55) Looking a bit tense, Radzuan moves around the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:45) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 13:17) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 13:17) Radzuan misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Tyrell comes in with a quick kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 12:53) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:53) Radzuan finds a way past her opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 1 - 12:53) Tyrell hits a crunching kick to the thigh.
(Rd 1 - 12:36) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 12:36) Tyrell finds her right cross blocked.
(Rd 1 - 12:36) Radzuan throws a two punch combination but Tyrell maintains her great guard and is safe.
(Rd 1 - 12:19) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:19) Radzuan hits a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 12:19) Tyrell doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a violent right roundhouse kick to the body!
(Rd 1 - 12:09) That blow knocks Radzuan to the ground!
(Rd 1 - 12:09) Tyrell knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Radzuan, looking to finish her off by raining down punches!
(Rd 1 - 12:09) Tyrell pounds away, Radzuan is barely able to offer any defence at all!
(Rd 1 - 12:09) Radzuan appears to go limp and referee Marc Goddard dives in and pulls Tyrell away - it's all over!
(Rd 1 - 11:50) Bryony Tyrell takes the win by knock out!

Official Result: Bryony Tyrell defeats Jihin 'Shadow Cat' Radzuan (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:10 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Bryony Tyrell thanks everyone connected to Team Sure Grip for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. Bryony Tyrell proved to be a charismatic interviewee.

WOMENS FLYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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"Amiba" Yuko Oya (12-8, 3-1 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +510) vs. Alejandra "Azul" Lara (10-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Medellin, Colombia, Favorite: -640)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which 'Amiba' Yuko Oya fights Alejandra 'Azul' Lara.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Josh Rosenthal.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Matt Hume, and Cardo Urso.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Lara comes forward on the attack.
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Yuko misses with a right hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 14:52) A jab hits home from Lara and then she catches Yuko with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:34) Lara steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:34) Yuko hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 14:34) Lara fails to find a home for her jab, but then she hits Yuko with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 14:20) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 13:51) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 13:22) Moving forward constantly, Lara is pressuring Yuko.
(Rd 1 - 13:22) Yuko fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 13:22) Yuko gets suckered in by a feint and is left exposed.
(Rd 1 - 13:22) Two jabs hit home from Lara and then she catches Yuko with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 13:04) Lara comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 13:04) Yuko throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 13:04) A one-two from Lara fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 12:53) Lara stalks forward, pressuring Yuko.
(Rd 1 - 12:53) Lara looks to pressure Yuko, stepping into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 12:53) Lara can't hit a set-up left jab, but then she scores with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 12:37) Lara steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 12:37) Yuko tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 12:37) Lara connects with a nice jab and then she hits Yuko with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 12:25) Lara initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 12:25) Yuko fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 12:25) Lara can't connect with a jab, but then she lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 12:06) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:06) Lara scores with a left hook. Yuko hits a jab but misses a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 11:48) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 1 - 11:30) Moving forward constantly, Lara is pressuring Yuko.
(Rd 1 - 11:30) Lara confidently steps into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 11:30) Lara connects with a nice jab and then she hits Yuko with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 11:11) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 10:41) Lara comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 10:41) Yuko scores with two counter jabs.
(Rd 1 - 10:41) A jab hits home from Lara and then she catches Yuko with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 10:18) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Lara comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Yuko fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Lara lands a left hand and then she scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) Lara comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) Lara looks to pressure Yuko, stepping into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) Lara can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then she lands a right hand to the body.
(Rd 1 - 09:23) Lara is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) Yuko slips past a right hook and counters with a quick right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:54) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 08:13) Lara stalks forward, pressuring Yuko.
(Rd 1 - 08:13) Lara is now in the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 08:13) Lara lands a jab and then she scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) Lara comes forward on the attack.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) Yuko tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) A successful feint leaves Yuko vulnerable.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) Lara lands a left hand and then she scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 07:34) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 07:09) A jab is wide from Lara, but then she scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 06:57) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 06:57) Yuko hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:57) Lara lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 06:42) Yuko may have been aiming to get in close, but Lara aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 06:42) Lara lands a left hand and then catches Yuko with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:42) It looks like Yuko has been cut above the eye.
(Rd 1 - 06:27) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 1 - 06:12) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 06:12) Yuko slips past a right hook and counters with a solid left hand.
(Rd 1 - 05:58) Lara is starting to have to push herself now, and her corner respond by urging her on a little louder.
(Rd 1 - 05:50) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 05:27) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.
(Rd 1 - 05:07) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 04:38) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.
(Rd 1 - 04:19) Lara comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 04:19) Yuko hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 04:19) A jab hits home from Lara and then she hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 04:03) Moving forward constantly, Lara is pressuring Yuko.
(Rd 1 - 04:03) Yuko hit two counter right hands.
(Rd 1 - 04:03) Lara throws a one-two, but Yuko was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) Lara is breathing very hard.
(Rd 1 - 03:47) Lara comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 03:47) Yuko tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 03:47) Lara hits a left jab and then she catches Yuko with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 03:34) Lara comes forward, walking down Yuko.
(Rd 1 - 03:34) Yuko hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 03:34) Lara can't connect with a jab, but then she lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 03:29) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Yuko.
(Rd 1 - 03:29) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor.
(Rd 1 - 03:29) The fight will be restarted in the center!
(Rd 1 - 03:15) Lara comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 03:15) Yuko throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 03:15) Lara hits a left jab and then she lands a big right hand.
(Rd 1 - 03:00) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 02:31) Lara comes forward, walking down Yuko.
(Rd 1 - 02:31) Lara looks to pressure Yuko, stepping into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 02:31) Lara lands a jab and then she lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 02:18) Lara comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 02:18) Yuko tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 02:18) Lara lands a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 1 - 01:56) Moving forward constantly, Lara is pressuring Yuko.
(Rd 1 - 01:56) Lara moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Yuko.
(Rd 1 - 01:56) Lara throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 01:39) Moving forward constantly, Lara is pressuring Yuko.
(Rd 1 - 01:39) Yuko hit a counter right hand.
(Rd 1 - 01:39) Lara lands a left jab but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.
(Rd 1 - 01:27) Looking very tired, Lara clinches to try and buy some recovery time.
(Rd 1 - 01:27) Lara is looking to muscle Yuko back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 01:27) Lara manages it and controls Yuko up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 01:11) Lara tries to use dirty boxing against Yuko, but her opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.
(Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 1 - 00:51) Yuko uses her wrestling skills to prevent Lara from throwing any knee strikes.
(Rd 1 - 00:31) Lara looks like she doesn't have a lot left to give.
(Rd 1 - 00:31) Lara goes for a knee to the thigh but Yuko pulls the clinch tighter to block it.
(Rd 1 - 00:15) Lara smothers Yuko against the cage, then hits her with a quick elbow strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:01) Yuko is trapped against the cage and Lara hits her with a short left uppercut.
(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 have given Lara the win.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Making Alejandra 'Azul' Lara the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Alejandra 'Azul' Lara defeats 'Amiba' Yuko Oya (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Alejandra Lara praises her team at Gracie Fusion, 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 Silvana Gomez Juarez would be a tough challenger but one that she'd be interested in trying.

WELTERWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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"Shaolin" Shane Campbell (17-9, 2-1 CTC, From: Edmonton, Alberta, Favorite: -250) vs. Ergys Sigeta (7-1, 3-1 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Underdog: +190)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, 'Shaolin' Shane Campbell competing against Ergys Sigeta.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Josh Rosenthal is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Matt Hume, Cardo Urso, and Marcos Rosales.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 14:54) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 14:54) Sigeta misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Campbell comes in with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:30) Sigeta forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 14:30) Campbell scores with two counter jabs.
(Rd 1 - 14:30) Sigeta throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 1 - 14:09) Campbell forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 14:09) Sigeta throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 14:09) Campbell can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Sigeta with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 13:54) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 13:26) Campbell attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 13:26) Sigeta fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 13:26) Campbell hits a left hand but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 13:10) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 12:43) Sigeta forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 12:43) Campbell hits two left hands on the counter.
(Rd 1 - 12:43) Sigeta can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 12:32) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 12:32) Sigeta misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Campbell attacks with a jab and a good right hook.
(Rd 1 - 12:13) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 11:53) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 11:53) Campbell misses wildly with a spinning kick and gets countered with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.
(Rd 1 - 11:28) Campbell comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 11:28) Sigeta hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 11:28) Campbell lands a jab and then he catches Sigeta with a right hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 11:10) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 11:10) Sigeta hits a jab and also connects with a quick head kick.
(Rd 1 - 11:10) Campbell misses a couple of jabs but hits a wicked right uppercut!
(Rd 1 - 10:58) Sigeta is knocked down by that shot!
(Rd 1 - 10:58) Campbell knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Sigeta, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!
(Rd 1 - 10:58) Campbell starts unloading with massive rights and Sigeta is getting pasted!
(Rd 1 - 10:58) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 10:39) The winner, by TKO; Shane Campbell!

Official Result: 'Shaolin' Shane Campbell defeats Ergys Sigeta (TKO (Strikes) in 4:21 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Shane Campbell name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Shane Campbell says it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect for Ergys Sigeta.

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Poliana Botelho (10-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -820) vs. Manjit Kolekar (11-2, 2-1 CTC, From: Mumbai, India, Underdog: +650)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Poliana Botelho squares off with Manjit Kolekar.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Herb Dean is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Matt Hume, Cardo Urso, and Marcos Rosales.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 14:53) Botelho comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 14:53) Kolekar hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 14:53) Botelho opens Kolekar up with a feint.
(Rd 1 - 14:53) Botelho lands a jab and then she scores with a lovely right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:39) Kolekar is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled her! She is covering up, trying to buy time to recover!
(Rd 1 - 14:39) Botelho is looking to get Kolekar in a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 14:39) Kolekar is too groggy to fight it off and ends up caught.
(Rd 1 - 14:27) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Botelho blasts Kolekar with a big knee to the chest.
(Rd 1 - 14:16) Kolekar blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 13:36) From the clinch, Kolekar gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.
(Rd 1 - 13:25) Kolekar wrestles free of the Muay Thai clinch after blocking a knee strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:49) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 12:38) Botelho moves confidently around the cage.
(Rd 1 - 12:25) Botelho steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:25) Botelho avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 12:25) Botelho throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 12:08) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 1 - 11:45) Kolekar moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt her opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.
(Rd 1 - 11:45) Botelho can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits Kolekar with a beautiful right uppercut!
(Rd 1 - 11:45) It's a knock out! Kolekar is down and out!
(Rd 1 - 11:41) The winner, by knock out, is Poliana Botelho!

Official Result: Poliana Botelho defeats Manjit Kolekar (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:19 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Poliana Botelho thanks everyone connected to Nova Uniao for helping her prepare for this fight, then all her sponsors for supporting her financially. She is very comfortable being interviewed and did well here.

WOMENS FLYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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Pearl Gonzalez (12-7, 2-2 CTC, From: Cicero, Illinois, Underdog: +190) vs. Cornelia "Connie Future" Holm (6-3, 2-1 CTC, From: Goteborg, Sweden, Favorite: -250)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Pearl Gonzalez takes on Cornelia 'Connie Future' Holm.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Herb Dean is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Nelson Hamilton, Matt Hume, and Cardo Urso.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) They touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Holm steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) A one-two from Gonzalez fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 14:35) With a clear opportunity, Holm is able to move in fast and clinch with Gonzalez.
(Rd 1 - 14:28) Using her wrestling skills, Holm is trying to push Gonzalez up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:28) Holm manages it and controls Gonzalez up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:16) Holm smothers Gonzalez against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 14:03) Showing her ability to grind down opponents, Holm is keeping Gonzalez pressed up tightly against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:03) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute.
(Rd 1 - 13:00) Showing her ability to exert control, Holm smothers Gonzalez up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:00) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.
(Rd 1 - 11:45) The lack of progress forces referee Herb Dean to separate the two fighters.
(Rd 1 - 11:39) Holm comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as she can get close enough to wrestle.
(Rd 1 - 11:39) Gonzalez can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 11:28) Holm gets hold of Gonzalez without taking too much damage.
(Rd 1 - 11:19) Holm looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 11:19) Holm doesn't get it, Gonzalez blocked any attempt to move her.
(Rd 1 - 10:59) Holm is looking to muscle Gonzalez back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 10:59) Holm can't manage it, Gonzalez fought it.
(Rd 1 - 10:45) With control of the clinch, Holm tries to complete a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 10:45) It doesn't work, Gonzalez defended against it well.
(Rd 1 - 10:30) Holm tries to wrestle Gonzalez backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 10:30) She does so and now has Gonzalez pinned to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 10:12) Holm stomps down on her opponent's foot.
(Rd 1 - 09:59) Holm tries to maintain control, but Gonzalez wrestles her way out of trouble and circles back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:34) Holm aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started.
(Rd 1 - 09:34) Gonzalez connects with a nice jab and then hits Holm with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) Gonzalez moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) A punch from Gonzalez fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) Holm appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Gonzalez took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) Gonzalez throws a two-punch combo but Holm avoids both.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) Gonzalez throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) It looked like we were about to see Holm try and get some grappling started, but Gonzalez was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) A one-two from Gonzalez fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Holm chooses to shoot in on Gonzalez.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Holm has the takedown! Gonzalez pulls half guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) That's her first successful takedown from three attempts.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Looking to catch her breath, Holm is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 07:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:26) In half guard, Holm throws a couple of punches designed to keep Gonzalez guessing.
(Rd 1 - 07:05) Using an underhook to set it up, Gonzalez looks to scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 07:05) Holm is too quick though, and grabs side control before Gonzalez can get up.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) Gonzalez takes a knee strike to the ribs from under side control.
(Rd 1 - 06:35) Holm throws a few weak-looking punches as she decides on her next move.
(Rd 1 - 06:13) Holm throws a few right hands to the body.
(Rd 1 - 05:50) Holm tries to ensnare Gonzalez in a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 05:50) Gonzalez blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 05:30) Holm blocks Gonzalez as she tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:17) Stuck under side control, Gonzalez takes a knee to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 05:01) In side control, Holm catches her breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 04:35) With no progress being made, referee Herb Dean stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 04:24) A jab lands from Gonzalez, but Holm evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 03:56) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 03:29) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 02:52) Holm shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 02:52) Holm gets a single leg takedown! Gonzalez pulls guard off it.
(Rd 1 - 02:42) In guard, Holm is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 02:19) Gonzalez attempts to grab an arm of Holm from the bottom of the guard.
(Rd 1 - 02:19) Holm blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 01:53) Not allowing her opponent any room to work submissions from, Holm keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:33) Gonzalez attempts to grab an arm of Holm from the bottom of the guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:33) Gonzalez cannot secure the arm.
(Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
(Rd 1 - 00:54) Time slips away as Holm successfully keeps Gonzalez stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 00:14) Holm lies on top of Gonzalez, basically smothering her.
(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 Holm.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Cornelia 'Connie Future' Holm!

Official Result: Cornelia 'Connie Future' Holm defeats Pearl Gonzalez (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Cornelia Holm thanks everyone connected to GBG MMA for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. Cornelia Holm gives a show of respect to her opponent.

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Gunnar "Gunni" Nelson (17-6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Reykjavik, Iceland, Favorite: -720) vs. Michael "The Mercenary" Hill (13-7-1, 2-2 CTC, From: Kelowna, British Columbia, Underdog: +570)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Gunnar 'Gunni' Nelson fighting Michael 'The Mercenary' Hill.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Josh Rosenthal.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Matt Hume, Cardo Urso, and Marcos Rosales.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 14:53) Nelson comes forward on the attack.
(Rd 1 - 14:53) Hill lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 14:53) A jab hits home from Nelson and then he hits Hill with a high right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:31) Nelson comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 14:31) Hill hit two counter left hands.
(Rd 1 - 14:31) A jab hits home from Nelson and then he hits a spin kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 14:10) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 13:44) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 13:24) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 13:01) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 13:01) Nelson misses with a big right hand, allowing Hill to counter with two jabs that are followed by a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 12:50) Hill sees that Nelson is wobbly and comes in for the kill! Nelson just covers up, leaning on the cage, too dazed to do anything but try and survive the next few seconds!
(Rd 1 - 12:50) Nelson eats a right hook and is barely able to stand anymore! The cage is the only reason he is still upright!
(Rd 1 - 12:41) Hill tries to put Nelson into a standing guillotine choke.
(Rd 1 - 12:41) Hill gets the guillotine, applies pressure, and Nelson has to tap!
(Rd 1 - 12:03) The winner, by submission; Michael Hill!

Official Result: Michael 'The Mercenary' Hill defeats Gunnar 'Gunni' Nelson (Submission (Guillotine) in 2:57 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Michael Hill gives a name-check to everyone at Toshido MMA, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He says that he is glad to overcome the odds and that being the underdog helped motivate him. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.

WELTERWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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Jordan "Young Gun" Mein (33-15, 2-2 CTC, From: Lethbridge, Alberta, Favorite: -180) vs. Jake "The Juggernaut" Ellenberger (34-14, 3-1, From: Omaha Nebraska, Underdog: +140)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Jordan 'Young Gun' Mein battling Jake 'The Juggernaut' Ellenberger.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Cardo Urso, Marcos Rosales, and Sal D'Amato.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Ellenberger looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:46) Mein looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:46) A jab hits home from Mein and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Mein hits a jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Ellenberger doesn't connect with a brace of jabs but lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:10) Ellenberger had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 14:10) Mein lands two jabs and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 13:58) Ellenberger looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him!
(Rd 1 - 13:58) Ellenberger is dropped by a big right hook!
(Rd 1 - 13:51) Mein starts pounding away on Ellenberger, looking to finish him off!
(Rd 1 - 13:51) Mein unloads with big rights and Ellenberger is getting rocked!
(Rd 1 - 13:37) Mein gets over excited trying to finish the fight and leaves himself open to being swept! Ellenberger scrambles for position.
(Rd 1 - 13:37) Mein ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.
(Rd 1 - 13:25) Ellenberger throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 13:05) Mein throws out some punches, but Ellenberger leans back to avoid them.
(Rd 1 - 12:53) Ellenberger is trying to pass guard.
(Rd 1 - 12:53) Ellenberger struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard.
(Rd 1 - 12:27) Mein tries to catch Ellenberger with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 12:16) Ellenberger throws a few right hands to the body.
(Rd 1 - 11:58) Ellenberger looks to get past the guard.
(Rd 1 - 11:58) He passes guard, but Mein was ready and immediately starts to scramble.
(Rd 1 - 11:46) Ellenberger manages to come out on top, holding Mein down in turtle position, facing him.
(Rd 1 - 11:29) Mein gets up sharply, seeing that Ellenberger was preparing to kick him in the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 11:14) Mein lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 11:06) That last hit did some damage, Ellenberger is trying to cover up but is clearly hurt! He slumps up against the cage looking dazed and unsteady!
(Rd 1 - 11:06) Mein comes in close and smashes Ellenberger with a right hand! Down he goes! He is out!
(Rd 1 - 11:01) The winner, by knock out; Jordan Mein!

Official Result: Jordan 'Young Gun' Mein defeats Jake 'The Juggernaut' Ellenberger (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:59 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Jordan Mein thanks everyone connected to Canadian Martial Arts Centre 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 answers that he thinks a fight against Theo Christkos would probably be a good contest. Jordan Mein did great in this interview.

WELTERWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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"The Celtic Kid" Jake Matthews (20-5, 3-1 CTC, From: Melbourne, Australia, Favorite: -250) vs. Igor "Chatubinha" Fernandes (24-8, 3-1 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +190)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Celtic Kid' Jake Matthews takes on Igor 'Chatubinha' Fernandes.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Herb Dean.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Sal D'Amato, Nelson Hamilton, and Matt Hume.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:53) Matthews steps in and grapples with his opponent.
(Rd 1 - 14:33) Matthews is looking to muscle Fernandes back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:33) Fernandes out-wrestles him though.
(Rd 1 - 14:15) Clinched with Matthews, Fernandes looks to try and take him down.
(Rd 1 - 14:15) Matthews blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.
(Rd 1 - 14:01) Clinched with Matthews, Fernandes looks to try and take him down.
(Rd 1 - 14:01) Matthews cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.
(Rd 1 - 13:42) Fernandes hits a knee strike to the ribs, but it didn't connect properly because Matthews was moving too much.
(Rd 1 - 13:30) Fernandes tries to grab a leg to prepare Matthews for a kneebar.
(Rd 1 - 13:30) Matthews defends himself well and does not give up a leg.
(Rd 1 - 12:59) Matthews tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 12:46) Fernandes attempts to kimura Matthews from side control.
(Rd 1 - 12:46) Fernandes gets the kimura fully applied and Matthews has to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 12:19) By submission, the winner is Igor Fernandes!

Official Result: Igor 'Chatubinha' Fernandes defeats 'The Celtic Kid' Jake Matthews (Submission (Kimura) in 2:41 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Igor Fernandes thanks everyone connected to Macaco Gold Team for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He talks about tapping Matthews out and says that he is very happy with his submission technique. The camera loves Igor Fernandes, so even when he has nothing notable to say he still benefits from these post-fight interviews.

CO-MAIN EVENT

CTC WOMENS FLYWEIGHT TITLE BOUT

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Na Liang (12-4, 4-0 CTC, From: Heilongjiang, China, Underdog: +100) vs. Valerie Loureda (7-0, 4-0 CTC, From: Miami, Florida, Favorite: -110)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 60:00) The co-main event is up next. Na Liang fights Valerie Loureda in the CTC Womens Flyweight division.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) The CTC Womens Flyweight title is on the line.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) Refereeing this bout will be Herb Dean.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) The judges are: Sal D'Amato, Nelson Hamilton, and Matt Hume.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 60:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 59:47) Loureda can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a sick right head kick!
(Rd 1 - 59:47) She's down! Liang falls to the floor!
(Rd 1 - 59:42) Loureda knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Liang, looking to finish her off by raining down punches!
(Rd 1 - 59:42) Loureda unloads with massive right hands and Liang is getting destroyed!
(Rd 1 - 59:42) Referee Herb Dean has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 59:23) Valerie Loureda takes the win by TKO!
(Rd 1 - 59:23) Valerie Loureda wins the CTC Womens Flyweight title.

Official Result: Valerie Loureda defeats Na Liang (TKO (Strikes) in 0:37 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Valerie Loureda praises her team at American Top Team, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. Holding the CTC Womens Flyweight Title aloft, she celebrates being the new champion and warns that she is intending to have a very long reign. It's undeniable that the camera loves her, so while her interview may not have been the best she was still able to get a reaction.

Valerie Loureda Wins The CTC Womens Flyweight Title

Title Prestige: 54% (-4% This Fight)

MAIN EVENT

CTC WELTERWEIGHT TITLE BOUT

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Rory "Red King" MacDonald (25-7-4, 4-1 CTC, From: Kelowna, British Columbia, Favorite: -1040) vs. Albert "Einstein" Tumenov (25-4, 3-0 CTC, From: Nalchik, Russia, Underdog: +830)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 60:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Rory 'Red King' MacDonald competes against Albert 'Einstein' Tumenov in the CTC Welterweight division.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) The CTC Welterweight title is on the line.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) The judges are: Sal D'Amato, Nelson Hamilton, and Matt Hume.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) MacDonald looks significantly bigger than Tumenov as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 60:00) MacDonald rather obviously ignores the offer to touch gloves to begin.
(Rd 1 - 59:54) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for Tumenov.
(Rd 1 - 59:49) MacDonald takes the chance and grabs Tumenov into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 59:43) MacDonald is trying to push Tumenov so that his back is up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 59:43) MacDonald achieves it, pinning Tumenov to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 59:30) With Tumenov stuck against the cage, MacDonald tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 1 - 59:30) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.
(Rd 1 - 59:11) MacDonald looks to get a mount.
(Rd 1 - 59:11) Tumenov allows the mount attempt, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.
(Rd 1 - 58:57) MacDonald ends up in half guard.
(Rd 1 - 58:37) MacDonald attempts to pass half guard.
(Rd 1 - 58:37) Tumenov keeps his half guard secure.
(Rd 1 - 58:00) Tumenov tries to sweep MacDonald but can't do it.
(Rd 1 - 57:35) MacDonald throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 57:11) MacDonald throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 56:45) MacDonald blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.
(Rd 1 - 56:28) In half guard, MacDonald begins working to get side control.
(Rd 1 - 56:28) He passes half guard, but Tumenov was ready and immediately starts to scramble.
(Rd 1 - 56:13) The scramble leaves Tumenov on his back pulling half guard.
(Rd 1 - 55:53) MacDonald punches down at Tumenov, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 55:28) Tumenov tries to break free and scramble for position, but MacDonald keeps him trapped.
(Rd 1 - 55:16) MacDonald fires off some rights, but Tumenov isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 55:05) Tumenov tries to move from half guard to full guard, but MacDonald doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 54:45) MacDonald throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 1 - 54:21) Tumenov gets some separation and tries to scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 54:21) It's a bad choice though, as MacDonald seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.
(Rd 1 - 53:59) MacDonald holds Tumenov in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 53:43) MacDonald tries to lock Tumenov in an arm triangle.
(Rd 1 - 53:43) Tumenov defends himself well and is in no danger.
(Rd 1 - 53:25) Tumenov tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 53:09) MacDonald throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 52:53) MacDonald counters an attempt by Tumenov to sweep him by taking his back!
(Rd 1 - 52:40) MacDonald gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 52:26) MacDonald attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.
(Rd 1 - 52:26) Tumenov gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!
(Rd 1 - 52:06) The winner, by submission; Rory MacDonald!
(Rd 1 - 52:06) Rory 'Red King' MacDonald wins the CTC Welterweight title.

Official Result: Rory 'Red King' MacDonald defeats Albert 'Einstein' Tumenov (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:54 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Rory MacDonald thanks everyone connected to Tristar Gym for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Rory MacDonald gives a show of respect to his opponent. Rory MacDonald sold himself well in this interview, he is someone who gets how this business works.

Rory MacDonald Wins The CTC Welterweight Title

Tite Prestige: 66% (+8% This Fight)

Attendance: 7,553

Gate Reciepts: $1,510,600

Sponsorship: $86,986

Ad Revenue: $4,269,052

Merchandise: $16,447

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $441,384)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Rory MacDonald            $111,767     Albert Tumenov           $26,857
Valerie Loureda           $25,269      Na Liang                 $1,863       Perf: Loureda: $25,000
Igor Fernandes            $2,743       Jake Matthews            $13,180
Jordan Mein               $18,396      Jake Ellenberger         $4,780
Michael Hill              $27,678      Gunnar Nelson            $25,704      SotN: Hill: $25,000
Cornelia Holm             $2,500       Pearl Gonzalez           $2,773
Poliana Botelho           $4,594       Manjit Kolekar           $2,017
Shane Campbell            $2,678       Ergys Sigeta             $1,936
Alejandra Lara            $53,536      Yuko Oya                 $51,810      FotN: Both: $50,000
Bryony Tyrell             $27,500      Jihin Radzuan            $1,951       KotN: Tyrell: $25,000
Kobo Iwahashi             $5,400       Roussel Pourciau         $1,800
Timo Feucht               $2,152       Teodoras Aukstuolis      $1,600
Kevin Szaflarski          $1,800       Felipe Micheletti        $800
Nyrene Crowley            $1,440       Shino VanHoose           $1,660

Drug Testing: $10,500

Production: $90,370

Profit: $5,340,831

Critical Rating: 74%

Commercial Rating: 96%

News

- Drug test results have come back for Canadian Tournament Combat 49, and all fighters tested clean.

- The CTC announce that Felipe Micheletti has been cut from the roster following three straight losses. He leaves with a promotional record of 0-3, including a Unanimous Decision loss to Raphael Butler, a TKO loss to Michal Martinek, and a submission loss to Kevin Szaflarski.

- The CTC announce that Shino VanHoose has been cut from the roster following three straight losses. She leaves with a promotional record of 0-3-1NC, including a submission loss to Amber Brown that was converted to a No Contest after Brown failed a drug test, a knock out loss to Priscilla Gaol, and TKO losses to Jillian DeCoursey, and Nyrene Crowley.

- Shooto have closed their Lightweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

TOURNAMENT DRAW

Other Promotions Shows

ONE Victorious (Friday, Week 2, December 2021)

Title Result: Gaston Reyno Won The ONE Bantamweight Title

Fight of the Night: Gaston Reyno vs. Bibiano Fernandes

KO of the Night: Gaston Reyno (vs. Bibiano Fernandes)

Submission of the Night: Anatoly Malykhin (vs. Katashi Osada)

Bellator 270: Johns vs. Archuleta II (Friday, Week 2, December 2021)

Title Result: Ilima-Lei Macfarlane Made Her Sixth Successful Defence of the Bellator Womens Flyweight Title.

Other Result: Juan Archuleta misses weight, so his fight with Brett Johns was not for the Bantamweight Title as scheduled.

Fight of the Night: Ilima-Lei Macfarlane vs. Denise Kielholtz

KO of the Night: Ilima-Lei Macfarlane (vs. Denise Kielholtz)

Submission of the Night: Brett Johns (vs. Juan Archuleta)

Performance Bonus: Chris Culley

OKTAGON 21 (Saturday, Week 2, December 2021)

Title Result: Adam Proctor Won The Vacant OKTAGON Welterweight Title

Title Result: Magomedsaygid Alibekov Won The Vacant OKTAGON Lightweight Title

Fight of the Night: Adam Proctor vs. Richard Kiely

KO of the Night: Krisztian Simon (vs. Konmon Deh)

Submission of the Night: Michael Kuiper (vs. Pawel Brandys)

Performance Bonus: Riita Dabkowski

UFC 261: Yan vs. Dvalishvili (Saturday, Week 2, December 2021)

Title Result: Petr Yan Made His Fourth Successful Defence of the UFC Bantamweight Title

Fight of the Night: Matt Brown vs. Santiago Ponzinibbio

KO of the Night: Vinc Pichel (vs. Rafael dos Anjos)

Submission of the Night: Alex Perez (vs. Tim Elliott)

ACA 132: Nunes vs. Yagshimuradov III (Saturday, Week 2, December 2021)

Title Result: Max Nunes Made His Second Successful Defence of the ACA Light Heavyweight Title

Fight of the Night: Max Nunes vs. Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov

KO of the Night: Vishon Schreuder (vs. Anthony Leone)

Submission of the Night: Abdul-Azia Abdulvakhabov (vs. Carrington Banks)

Performance Bonus: Giraldo Amyot vs. Renat Lyatifov

Rizin 31 (Saturday, Week 2, December 2021)

Title Result: Mikuru Asakura Made His First Successful Defence Of The Rizin Featherweight Title

Title Result: Roberto de Souza Won The Vacant Rizin Lightweight Title

Fight of the Night: Michinori Tanaka vs. Victor Henry

KO of the Night: Brandon Thatch (vs. Chris Lozano)

Submission of the Night: Marcos Galvao (vs. Vladimir Egoyan)

PLMMA 86: Fists of Fury (Sunday, Week 2, December 2021)

Title Result: Markus Yanulis Won The PLMMA Flyweight Title

Fight of the Night: Cosimo Criscione vs. Filippiia Milbrath

KO of the Night: Katip Bata (vs. Ulrich Gerwin)

Submission of the Night: Cosimo Criscione (vs. Filippiia Milbrath)

DEEP Sweet Pain (Sunday, Week 2, December 2021)

Title Result: Atticus Bear Made His First Successful Defence of the DEEP Middleweight Title

Fight of the Night: Blake Donnelly vs. Kenichiro Togashi

KO of the Night: Atticus Bear (vs. Ikkei Nagamura)

Submission of the Night: Oniji Kumagai (vs. Ryo Kawamura)

FEN 33: Kijanczuk vs. Guryanov (Sunday, Week 2, December 2021)

Title Result: Rafal Kijanczuk Made His First Successful Defence of the FEN Light Heavyweight Title

Fight of the Night: Lukasz Charzewski vs. Daguir Imavov

KO of the Night: Rafal Kijanczuk (vs. Evgeni Guryanov)

Submission of the Night: Marcin Krakowiak (vs. Szymon Dusza)

Jungle Fight 104 (Sunday, Week 2, December 2021)

Title Result: Alan Bispo Won The Vacant Jungle Fight Light Heavyweight Title

Fight of the Night: Bruce Souto vs. Leandro Silva

KO of the Night: Nikolas Motto (vs. Rodrigo Cavalheiro)

Submission of the Night: Neilson Gomes (vs. Pablo Villaseca)

Predictions

vladjarca: 10/14 (71%) Tournament Total: 138/249 (55%)

Majster_93: 8/14 (57%) Tournament Total: 65/92 (71%)

rodrigoviolim: Tournament Total: 119/197 (60%)

CageRage · February 19, 2021

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Friday, Week 3, December 2021

MAIN EVENT

Featherweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Chad "Money" Mendes (21-6, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #8, Favorite: -150) vs. Thiago Tavares (25-11-1, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #10, Underdog: +110)

Chad Mendes has the overwhelming wrestling, and incredible cardio of his mentor Urijah Faber, along with skillful boxing, and powerful leg kicks. On the ground he has good control, and a strong submission game. He submitted Hakeem Dawodu in the opening round, then was knocked out by Jung Young Lee in the Championship Second Round, he won by TKO over Aleksandr Grozin in the #1 Contender Second Round, then won by TKO over Charles Jourdain in the #1 Contender Third Round. Thiago Tavares is a power grappler who is proficient everywhere on the ground but is at his best on top, working his passes and looking for submissions in scrambling. He lost a Unanimous Decision to Bubba Jenkins in the opening round, then submitted Bekbulat Magomedov in the #1 Contender First Round, won a Unanimous Decision over Alexandre Bezerra in the #1 Contender Second Round, and submitted Rony Jason in the #1 Contender Third Round.

CO-MAIN EVENT

CTC Featherweight Title Bout: A.J. "Mercenary" McKee (20-0, 4-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Favorite: -730) vs. Magomed Yunusilau (12-0, 4-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #14, Underdog: +580)

Someone's 0 has got to go, as undefeated prospects emerge top of the pack to compete in the Final of the Featherweight Championship Grand Prix! A.J. McKee is a well-rounded mixed martial artist, trained under his father, Antonio McKee. He has crisp, powerful boxing, and great footwork, he has strong wrestling, good top control, and a deadly submission game. He knocked out Daniel Torres in the opening round, won a Unanimous Decision over Jeremy Kennedy in the Championship Second Round, knocked out Gavin Tucker in the Championship Quarter-Final, and won a Unanimous Decision over Jung Young Lee in the Championship Semi-Final. Magomed Yunusilau is a freak athlete with an iron chin, he is an overpowering wrestler, with excellent takedowns. On the ground he can work from stifling top control, while raining down ground and pound, or hunting submissions. He won Unanimous Decisions over Bekbulat Magomedov in the opening round, Rony Jason in the Championship Second Round, and Kazumasa Majima in the Championship Quarter-Finals, then submitted Zubaira Tukhugov in the Championship Semi-Finals.

MAIN CARD

CTC Womens Atomweight Title Bout: Ayaka Hamasaki (23-3, 4-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -1050) vs. Alyssa "Tiny Tim" Garcia (9-5, 4-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Underdog: +830)

It's a battle of youth vs experience, as one of the more experienced womens MMA fighters of all time, fights the charging up and comer! Ayaka Hamasaki is an okay striker, but her main threat is with her grappling, getting opponents to the ground, and working her strong submission game. She won by TKO over Jessica Delboni in the opening round, then won by TKO over Satomi Takano in the Championship Second Round, then submitted Kelly D'Angelo in the Championship Quarter-Finals, and knocked out Herica Tiburcio in the Championship Semi-Finals. Alyssa Garcia is a wrestler, who is a decent technical striker, and likes to control from on top on the ground. She won Unanimous Decisions over Jillian DeCoursey in the opening round, Ashley Cummins in the Championship Second Round, Mina Kurobe in the Championship Quarter-Finals, and Kyra Batara in the Championship Semi-Finals.

Featherweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: "The Korean Zombie" Chan Sung Jung (16-9, 0-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Favorite: -390) vs. Kazumasa Majima (16-3, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +310)

Chan Sung Jung is a wild brawler, who has nice power, but has a tendency to wade in with punches regardless of how many he eats in return. He is particularly dangerous of his back with submissions from the guard. He entered the Grand Prix as a late replacement and lost by submission to Zubaira Tukhugov in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Kazumasa Majima is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt, who doesn't have much in the way of striking prowess, but tends to chase constant takedowns, and work from on top, hunting for submissions on the ground. He submitted Alexandre Bezerra in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Jonathan Brookins in the Championship Second Round, before losing a Unanimous Decision to Magomed Yunusilau in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

Featherweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Jeremy "JBC" Kennedy (18-3-1NC, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #5, Favorite: -330) vs. Tyler Diamond (14-2, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #17, Underdog: +260)

Jeremy Kennedy is a well-rounded mixed martial artist, with crisp, powerful striking, strong wrestling and takedowns, decent work in the Thai clinch, and good submissions on the ground. He won a Unanimous Decision over Diego Nunes in the opening round, then lost a Unanimous Decision to A.J. McKee in the Championship Second Round, then knocked out Kyle Nelson in the #1 Contender Second Round, and won a Unanimous Decision over Dylan Tuke in the #1 Contender Third Round. Tyler Diamond is one of the brightest prospects at Featherweight. He has crisp, powerful boxing, and good leg kicks, but prefers to chase constant takedowns, and get the fight to the ground, where he can work brutal ground and pound, or slick submissions. He was submitted by Dylan Tuke in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Hakeem Dawodu in the #1 Contender First Round, won a Unanimous Decision over Andre Fili in the #1 Contender Second Round, and submitted Gabriel Varga in the #1 Contender Third Round.

Womens Atomweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Janaisa "Evil Princess" Morandin (13-5, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #6, Favorite: -230) vs. "Lil Savage" Alyse Anderson (7-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #10, Underdog: +180)

Janaisa Morandin is a Muay Thai striker, with decent boxing, and a good kicking game. She can hurt opponents in the Thai clinch, and defend a takedown. She can hunt submissions off her back in the ground. She lost a Unanimous Decision to Lindsey VanZandt in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Tomo Maesawa in the #1 Contender First Round, submitted Jujeath Nagaowa in the #1 Contender Second Round, and won by TKO over Ashley Cummins in the #1 Contender Third Round. Alyse Anderson is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu player, who doesn't have much of a striking game, and her gameplan generally revolves around getting the fight to the ground as quickly as possible, where she can work her deadly submission game. She is entering the Grand Prix as a late replacement, and is coming off back to back Decision victories over Alesha Zappitella in Invicta Womens Atomweight Championship fights.

Womens Atomweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Alesha "Half Pint" Zappitella (9-4-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #3, Favorite: -740) vs. Elise Reed (5-1, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #15, Underdog: +590)

Alesha Zappitella is a decent technical boxer, but her real strength is her wrestling, which allows her to take opponents down, where she can grind out results from suffocating top control. She enters the Grand Prix as a late replacement, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Alyse Anderson in an Invicta Atomweight Title fight. Elise Reed is a crisp, powerful boxer, with a decent kicking game, and decent takedown defence, however if the opponent does get her down, she has little idea about defending herself. She was submitted by Naho Sugiyama in the opening round, then knocked out Saori Ishioka in the #1 Contender First Round, won by TKO over Kanna Asakura in the #1 Contender Second Round, then knocked out Satomi Takano in the #1 Contender Third Round.

Featherweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: "The Newfoundland Terror" Gavin Tucker (14-2, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #22, Favorite: -600) vs. Bubba "I'm A Bad Man" Jenkins (16-6, 2-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +470)

Gavin Tucker is a striker, who loves to throw leg kicks, and comes forward relentlessly, pressuring opponents into striking with him. He also has strong wrestling, and can work submissions or ground and pound on the ground. He won a Unanimous Decision over Chris Horodecki in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Dylan Tuke in the Championship Second Round, then was knocked out by A.J. McKee in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Bubba Jenkins has some power in his hands, but relies on his powerful wrestling, and explosive takedowns to get opponents to the ground, where he can grind out decisions from top control. He won a Unanimous Decision over Thiago Tavares in the opening round, then was submitted by Brian Ortega in the Championship Second Round, when he got a second chance when Ortega went on hiatus, he took advantage, winning a Unanimous Decision over Andre Fili in the Championship Second Round, then was submitted by Jung Young Lee in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

Womens Atomweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Arielle Souza (10-7, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #16, Underdog: +180) vs. Priscilla "Thathi" Gaol (10-6, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #18, Favorite: -230)

Arielle Souza is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu player, who has power in her punches, but her main threat is on the ground, where she likes to work her strong submission game. She was submitted by Herica Tiburcio in the opening round, then submitted Natalie Hills in the #1 Contender First Round, submitted Jillian DeCoursey in the #1 Contender Second Round, and submitted Lien hua Chiao in the #1 Contender Third Round. Priscilla Gaol is a Wushu fighter, with strong technical boxing, and leg kicks, and good footwork, she can defend takedowns, and work submissions off her back. She entered as a replacement, and knocked out Shino VanHoose in the opening round, then won by TKO over Grace Cleveland in the Championship Second Round, but was submitted by Herica Tiburcio in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

Womens Atomweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Grace "Thai Kitten" Cleveland (8-1, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Favorite: -640) vs. Kelly "Wildire" D'Angelo (6-4, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #20, Underdog: +510)

Grace Cleveland is a Muay Thai striker, with skillful boxing, and a crisp, powerful kicking game, with excellent work from the Thai clinch. She can defend takedowns and submissions. She won by TKO over Tomo Maesawa in the opening round, then lost by TKO to Priscilla Gaol in the Championship Second Round, then won Unanimous Decisions over Megumi Morioka in the #1 Contender Second Round, and Naho Sugiyama in the #1 Contender Third Round. Kelly D'Angelo doesn't have much of a striking game, but is a strong wrestler, who likes to bully opponents in the clinch, and get the fight to the ground, where she can grind out results from top control. She won by TKO over Simona Soukupova in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Lindsey VanZandt in the Championship Second Round, before being submitted by Ayaka Hamasaki in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

PRELIMINARY CARD

Womens Heavyweight Bout: Norah "Jaguar" Feller (2-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +190) vs. Tara Wahl (3-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -250)

Norah Feller is a high level boxer, who exhibits crisp, technically proficient boxing, and heavy ground and pound, but has no defence against takedowns, or submissions. She is coming off a Split Decision victory over Lucia Bruner in the PFL. Tara Wahl is a national calibre kick boxer, with skillful boxing, and a powerful kicking game. She hasn't cross trained much and does not exhibit any knowledge of takedown or submission defence. She is coming off a first round submission loss to Colleen Shavers in the PFL Womens Lightweight Title challenge.

Lightweight Bout: Kurt Southern (14-9, 0-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +100) vs. Jason Saggo (12-6, 0-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -110)

Kurt Southern is a wrestler, whose striking game is mediocre at best, but he uses wrestling to get fights to the ground where he can work from top control, and grind out results. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Kajan Johnson in his last fight. Jason Saggo is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt, who has decent leg kicks, and likes to get the fight to the ground, where he can work a strong submission game. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Patricky Freire in his last fight. In a rapidly strengthening Lightweight Division, the loser of this fight probably doesn't have a job in the morning.

Womens Bantamweight Bout: Melissa Gatto (6-1-2, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Favorite: -250) vs. Taylor "No Mercy" Guardado (1-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +190)

Melissa Gatto is a creative striker, with good footwork, decent technical boxing, and a decent kicking game, she has excellent defence on the ground. He is coming off a second round knock out loss to Tora Donation in the UFC. Taylor Guardado is a mixed martial artist, decent in most areas of the fight, but not great at any one area. She is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Kristina Pettigrew in a Titan FC Womens Bantamweight Title bout.

Light Heavyweight Bout: Oscar "Hierro" Sosa (13-4, 0-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +150) vs. Steven "Warzone" Warby (8-4-1-2NC, 0-1-1NC CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -200)

Oscar Sosa is a freestyle fighter, with massively powerful punches, and head kicks, he can also wrestle opponents to the ground, where he can rain down heavy ground and pound, or work a slick submission game. He is coming off a TKO loss to Cory Hendricks in his last fight. Steven Warby has power in his punches, and high kicks, and on the ground can rain down ground and pound from on top, or utilize a deadly submission game from his very active guard. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Nick Roehrick that was converted to a No Contest after Roehrick failed a drug test.

Weigh-In Results

Chad Mendes (145 lbs) vs. Thiago Tavares (145 lbs)

A.J. McKee (145 lbs) vs. Magomed Yunusilau (145 lbs)

Ayaka Hamasaki (105 lbs) vs. Alyssa Garcai (105 lbs)

Chan Sung Jung (145 lbs) vs. Kazumasa Majima (145 lbs)

Jeremy Kennedy (145 lbs) vs. Tyler Diamond (145 lbs)

Janaisa Morandin (105 lbs) vs. Alyse Anderson (105 lbs)

Alesha Zappitella (105 lbs) vs. Elise Reed (105 lbs)

Gavin Tucker (145 lbs) vs. Bubba Jenkins (145 lbs)

Arielle Souza (105 lbs) vs. Priscilla Gaol (105 lbs)

Grace Cleveland (105 lbs) vs. Kelly D'Angelo (105 lbs)

Norah Feller (164 lbs) vs. Tara Wahl (164 lbs)

Kurt Southern (155 lbs) vs. Jason Saggo (155 lbs)

Melissa Gatto (135 lbs) vs. Taylor Guardado (135 lbs)

Oscar Sosa (205 lbs) vs. Steven Warby (205 lbs)

TOURNAMENT DRAW

Canadian Tournament Combat 51 Full Fight Card

FW #1: Chad Mendes vs. Thiago Tavares

FW Title: A.J. McKee vs. Magomed Yunusilau

WAW Title: Ayaka Hamasaki vs. Alyssa Garcia

FW #1: Chan Sung Jung vs. Kazumasa Majima

FW #1: Jeremy Kennedy vs. Tyler Diamond

WAW #1: Janaisa Morandin vs. Alyse Anderson

WAW #1: Alesha Zappitella vs. Elise Reed

FW #1: Gavin Tucker vs. Bubba Jenkins

WAW #1: Arielle Souza vs. Priscilla Gaol

WAW #1: Grace Cleveland vs. Kelly D'Angelo

WHW: Norah Feller vs. Tara Wahl

LW: Kurt Southern vs. Jason Saggo

WBW: Melissa Gatto vs. Taylor Guardado

LHW: Oscar Sosa vs. Steven Warby

vladjarca · February 19, 2021

FW #1: Chad Mendes vs. Thiago Tavares

FW Title: A.J. McKee vs. Magomed Yunusilau

WAW Title: Ayaka Hamasaki vs. Alyssa Garcia

FW #1: Chan Sung Jung vs. Kazumasa Majima

FW #1: Jeremy Kennedy vs. Tyler Diamond

WAW #1: Janaisa Morandin vs. Alyse Anderson

WAW #1: Alesha Zappitella vs. Elise Reed

FW #1: Gavin Tucker vs. Bubba Jenkins

WAW #1: Arielle Souza vs. Priscilla Gaol

WAW #1: Grace Cleveland vs. Kelly D'Angelo

WHW: Norah Feller vs. Tara Wahl

LW: Kurt Southern vs. Jason Saggo

WBW: Melissa Gatto vs. Taylor Guardado

LHW: Oscar Sosa vs. Steven Warby

Now, this is a fun card

rodrigoviolim · February 19, 2021

Canadian Tournament Combat 51 Full Fight Card

FW #1: Chad Mendes vs. Thiago Tavares

FW Title: A.J. McKee vs. Magomed Yunusilau

WAW Title: Ayaka Hamasaki vs. Alyssa Garcia

FW #1: Chan Sung Jung vs. Kazumasa Majima

FW #1: Jeremy Kennedy vs. Tyler Diamond

WAW #1: Janaisa Morandin vs. Alyse Anderson

WAW #1: Alesha Zappitella vs. Elise Reed

FW #1: Gavin Tucker vs. Bubba Jenkins

WAW #1: Arielle Souza vs. Priscilla Gaol

WAW #1: Grace Cleveland vs. Kelly D'Angelo

WHW: Norah Feller vs. Tara Wahl

LW: Kurt Southern vs. Jason Saggo

WBW: Melissa Gatto vs. Taylor Guardado

LHW: Oscar Sosa vs. Steven Warby

CageRage · February 21, 2021

<div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/f409ed86-7102-42df-9471-559f049a82a9" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC51(1).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC51(1).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Friday, Week 3, December 2021</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Live From Halifax, Nova Scotia</div> <div style="text-align:center;">PRELIMINARY CARD</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca</div> <div style="text-align:center;">LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/82806326-b392-4752-9b70-ffb4e44720eb" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Oscar_Sosa(2).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Oscar_Sosa(2).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/21c79101-3f3f-433a-91ad-1803467557e0" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Steven_Warby(2).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Steven_Warby(2).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Oscar "Hierro" Sosa (13-4, 0-2 CTC, From: San Pedro, Dominican Republic, Underdog: +150) vs. Steven "Warzone" Warby (8-4-1-2NC, 0-1-1NC CTC, Favorite: -200)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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) Our first prelim fight is up next, in which Oscar 'Hierro' Sosa takes on Steven 'Warzone' Warby. (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, Matt Hume, and Marcos Rosales. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Warby moves around, keeping warm, as the introductions are made. He looks ready to go. (Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 14:49) Sosa, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance. (Rd 1 - 14:49) Warby connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 14:30) Warby lands a left hand and then hits Sosa with a beautiful right uppercut! (Rd 1 - 14:30) Sosa wobbles, then falls! (Rd 1 - 14:16) Warby starts pounding away on Sosa, looking to finish him off! (Rd 1 - 14:16) Warby starts unloading with massive rights and Sosa is getting pasted! (Rd 1 - 14:16) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 14:04) By TKO, the winner is Steven Warby! Official Result: Steven 'Warzone' Warby defeats Oscar 'Hierro' Sosa (TKO (Strikes) in 0:56 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Steven Warby thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him. <div style="text-align:center;">WOMENS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/c6f5b3f2-0bbe-4b31-9be3-5e11e07b7c3e" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Melissa_Gatto.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Melissa_Gatto.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/fb283f37-b4c6-40ec-9e8f-73839748541b" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Taylor_Guardado.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Taylor_Guardado.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Melissa Gatto (6-1-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -250) vs. Taylor "No Mercy" Guardado (1-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Las Vegas, Nevada, Underdog: +190)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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) Moving on to the next match, in which Melissa Gatto goes head to head with Taylor 'No Mercy' Guardado. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Chris Leben. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Marcos Rosales, Nelson Hamilton, and Cardo Urso. (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 14:52) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 14:16) Gatto throws a one-two, but Guardado was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 14:09) Seizing the opportunity, Guardado shoots. (Rd 1 - 13:59) Guardado gets hold of a leg but Gatto remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 1 - 13:59) Guardado uses the position to drive Gatto up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 13:45) Guardado looks for a takedown by grabbing both her opponent's legs and trying to trip her to the mat. (Rd 1 - 13:45) The takedown is completed, Gatto is on her back and pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 13:31) Guardado throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 13:06) Gatto tries a sweep from the guard. (Rd 1 - 13:06) Gatto uses an elevator sweep to get Guardado up and partially over, starting a wild scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 12:49) The scramble leaves Gatto turtled up, facing Guardado. (Rd 1 - 12:31) Guardado does a nice job of floating over and taking her back. (Rd 1 - 12:25) Guardado is too slow to stop Gatto getting back up. (Rd 1 - 12:01) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 11:46) Gatto comes forward, walking down Guardado. (Rd 1 - 11:46) Gatto avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 11:46) Gatto can't connect with a jab, but then she hits Guardado with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 11:30) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 11:06) Gatto can't connect with a jab, but then catches Guardado with a right hook to the body. (Rd 1 - 10:48) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 10:34) Gatto lands a left hand and then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 10:13) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 10:13) Guardado misses with a big right hand, allowing Gatto to counter with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 09:54) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 1 - 09:20) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 08:45) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 08:10) Gatto moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Guardado into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 08:10) Guardado throws a counter jab but misses. (Rd 1 - 08:10) Gatto hits a left hand but the following kick to the body misses. (Rd 1 - 07:46) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 07:36) Guardado is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 1 - 07:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 07:30) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 07:08) Gatto is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 1 - 06:59) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 06:29) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 06:29) Gatto dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 1 - 06:10) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 06:10) Guardado slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses. (Rd 1 - 05:51) Gatto steps forward, looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 05:51) Gatto steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Guardado. (Rd 1 - 05:51) Gatto throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 05:31) Gatto comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 05:31) Guardado fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 05:31) Gatto lands a left hand and then she scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 05:15) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 05:15) Guardado misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Gatto comes in with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 05:02) Gatto glances at the clock. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Gatto comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Gatto moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Guardado. (Rd 1 - 04:50) A jab hits home from Gatto and then she hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Gatto comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Gatto confidently steps into the pocket. (Rd 1 - 04:28) Gatto uses a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:12) A few deep breaths betray that Gatto is starting to get into the deeper reaches of her gas tank. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Gatto misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:48) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 03:15) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Gatto stumbles her way into a clinch; she looks shattered. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Guardado looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Guardado has the takedown and gets side control from it. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Guardado throws some elbows but Gatto deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 1 - 02:35) Guardado blocks Gatto as she tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Guardado throws some elbows but Gatto deals with the blows fairly easily. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Guardado blocks Gatto as she tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Breathing very hard, Gatto is looking ragged. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Guardado unloads with some elbows but Gatto deals with them comfortably. (Rd 1 - 01:40) Gatto tries to move to guard, but Guardado doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Guardado throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:53) Guardado blocks Gatto as she tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 00:42) Guardado throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch her breath. (Rd 1 - 00:12) Gatto tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (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) Marcos Rosales: Gatto. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Cardo Urso gives the result in favour of Guardado. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Nelson Hamilton has given Gatto the win. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Making Melissa Gatto the winner by split decision! Official Result: Melissa Gatto defeats Taylor 'No Mercy' Guardado (Split Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Melissa Gatto praises her team at Champions Team, 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. <div style="text-align:center;">LIGHTWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/a3ddc043-dde5-4002-9f18-00b29880cfc6" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Kurt_Southern(2).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Kurt_Southern(2).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/721c3332-ff63-44d5-a8a5-08ba1afc22bb" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Jason_Saggo(2).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Jason_Saggo(2).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Kurt Southern (14-9, 2-0 CTC, From: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Underdog: +100) vs. Jason Saggo (12-6, 0-2 CTC, From: Bolton, Ontario, Favorite: -110)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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; Kurt Southern battling Jason Saggo. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Sal D'Amato, Matt Hume, and Marcos Rosales. (Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 14:51) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 14:21) Southern connects with a nice jab and then hits Saggo with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 14:08) Southern can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 13:50) Saggo keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and shoot on Southern. (Rd 1 - 13:50) A jab is wide from Southern, but then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 13:50) Blood is visible on Saggo, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 13:35) There's a takedown attempt from Saggo, who set it up well. (Rd 1 - 13:35) Saggo gets the takedown! Southern pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 13:26) Saggo throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 12:57) Saggo blocks Southern as he tries a sweep from the guard. (Rd 1 - 12:44) Saggo begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 1 - 12:44) He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt. (Rd 1 - 12:08) Saggo blocks Southern as he tries a sweep from the guard. (Rd 1 - 11:56) Saggo fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 1 - 11:31) Southern tries to sweep Saggo but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 11:12) Saggo looks to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 11:12) He passes guard but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins. (Rd 1 - 10:57) The scramble results in Southern being on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 10:40) Saggo begins trying to pass guard and get a better position. (Rd 1 - 10:40) Southern is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Saggo firmly in guard. (Rd 1 - 10:03) Southern tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Saggo. (Rd 1 - 09:52) Saggo is trying to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 09:52) Southern was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 1 - 09:41) The scramble leaves Southern on his back pulling half guard. (Rd 1 - 09:28) In half guard, Saggo catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 09:07) Saggo throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 08:42) Southern tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Saggo doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 08:22) Saggo starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 1 - 08:22) He passes half guard fairly easily, getting to side control. (Rd 1 - 07:57) Saggo attempts a kimura. (Rd 1 - 07:57) Southern defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 1 - 07:19) Southern tries to pull guard on Saggo but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 07:02) Saggo tries to lock Southern into a kimura. (Rd 1 - 07:02) Southern doesn't allow the kimura to be applied. (Rd 1 - 06:32) Saggo blocks Southern as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 06:13) Saggo attempts a kimura. (Rd 1 - 06:13) Southern defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 1 - 05:38) Southern tries to pull guard on Saggo but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 05:27) Saggo looks to get a mount. (Rd 1 - 05:27) Southern fights the attempted mount off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 1 - 05:15) Southern ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble. (Rd 1 - 04:59) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Saggo keeps very tight to Southern and peppers him with short strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:46) Saggo blocks Southern as he tries a sweep from the guard. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Saggo tries to pass the guard. (Rd 1 - 04:33) Saggo passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Southern starts scrambling. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Southern ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble. (Rd 1 - 04:02) For the moment Saggo is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Southern throws out some punches, but Saggo leans back to avoid them. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Saggo looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 03:16) Saggo passes guard, but Southern was ready and a scramble for position ensues. (Rd 1 - 03:05) The scramble leaves Southern on his back pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 02:50) Saggo begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 1 - 02:50) He eventually passes, but only into half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Looking to catch his breath, Saggo is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Southern tries to get full guard on Saggo but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Saggo attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 1 - 01:14) Saggo doesn't even bother going to side control, he simply mounts Southern. (Rd 1 - 00:40) Saggo pounds away with punches but does minimal damage. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Saggo pounds away with rights, but Southern covers up and only a couple manage to get through. (Rd 1 - 00:13) Saggo fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time expires on round one, and that is 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 have given the victory to Saggo. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Jason Saggo is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Jason Saggo defeats Kurt Southern (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Jason Saggo thanks everyone connected to Gibson MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Jason Saggo says it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Kurt Southern. <div style="text-align:center;">WOMENS HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/7994b0bf-b33e-4ff6-8ba3-955a0de15bf4" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="fblack0003.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/fblack0003.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/939a55c0-c346-465e-8fe0-6508b4105b7d" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Freef126.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Freef126.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Norah "Jaguar" Feller (2-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Baltimore, Maryland, Underdog: +190) vs. Tara Wahl (3-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Indianapolis, Indiana, Favorite: -250)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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) In the last of the preliminary fights, Norah 'Jaguar' Feller competes against Tara Wahl in the CTC Womens Heavyweight division. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Marcos Rosales, Nelson Hamilton, and Cardo Urso. (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 14:47) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 14:47) Feller hits a right jab but misses with an attempted shot to the body. (Rd 1 - 14:47) Wahl scores with a jab and also scores with a left hook to the side of the body. (Rd 1 - 14:31) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 14:31) Wahl slips past a left hook and counters with a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 1 - 14:09) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 14:09) Wahl uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 14:09) Feller lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 13:54) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 13:54) Wahl misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a right jab and a left hand. (Rd 1 - 13:44) Wahl pulls her best mean face and tries to stare her opponent down. (Rd 1 - 13:30) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 13:30) Wahl is off-target with a jab but lands with a left hand to the body. Feller misses with a right jab but hits a left hand. (Rd 1 - 13:04) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 13:04) Feller hits a jab but misses with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 13:04) Wahl comes in with two quick punches and then follows with a sharp low kick. (Rd 1 - 12:36) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 12:15) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 12:15) Feller is off-target with a jab but connects with a left hand. (Rd 1 - 12:15) Wahl hits a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 12:04) Backing off, Feller stumbles and almost goes down...I think she is hurt! (Rd 1 - 12:04) A big right hand from Wahl drops Feller! (Rd 1 - 11:53) Wahl senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks! (Rd 1 - 11:53) Feller eats a flurry of bone-crunching stomps and kicks! (Rd 1 - 11:53) Referee Marc Goddard dives in, Feller was getting destroyed! (Rd 1 - 11:36) Tara Wahl takes the victory by way of TKO! Official Result: Tara Wahl defeats Norah 'Jaguar' Feller (TKO (Strikes) in 3:24 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Tara Wahl praises her team at Sports Lab, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. Tara Wahl says she is very happy to cap her CTC debut with a win. <div style="text-align:center;">MAIN CARD</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Broadcast Live On Tournament TV Around The World</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Broadcast Team: Mauro Ranallo, Patrick Cote, Jessica Rakoczy</div> <div style="text-align:center;">WOMENS ATOMWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/088024ba-a7c6-4e7d-a802-ac86440d9729" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Grace_Cleveland(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Grace_Cleveland(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/c6d3b483-0179-41cb-8f6f-fed2cbdfe8a2" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Kelly_D_Angelo(3).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Kelly_D_Angelo(3).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Grace "Thai Kitten" Cleveland (8-1, 3-1 CTC, From: Denver, Colorado, Favorite: -640) vs. Kelly "Wildfire" D'Angelo (6-4, 2-1 CTC, From: St. Louis, Missouri, Underdog: +510)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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) We open the main portion of the show with Grace 'Thai Kitten' Cleveland battling Kelly 'Wildfire' D'Angelo. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Frank Trigg will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Sal D'Amato, Matt Hume, and Marcos Rosales. (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 14:45) Cleveland comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 14:45) D'Angelo misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 14:45) Cleveland feints to one side, causing D'Angelo to react and leave herself off balance. (Rd 1 - 14:45) Cleveland hits a left jab and then she lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 14:28) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 14:28) Cleveland dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with two jabs that are followed by a right roundhouse kick to the body that doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 14:07) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 13:51) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 13:28) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 13:28) Cleveland slips past a right hook and counters with a pair of jabs that are followed by a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 13:11) Cleveland used her reach advantage there, picking D'Angelo off at range. (Rd 1 - 12:58) D'Angelo uses a left jab while backing away. (Rd 1 - 12:58) A one-two from Cleveland fails to land. (Rd 1 - 12:44) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 12:44) Cleveland slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a right hand that landed cleanly. (Rd 1 - 12:26) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 12:00) Cleveland initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 12:00) D'Angelo hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 12:00) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for Cleveland. (Rd 1 - 11:42) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through. (Rd 1 - 11:13) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything. (Rd 1 - 10:47) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 10:47) D'Angelo is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint. (Rd 1 - 10:47) Cleveland counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hand. (Rd 1 - 10:22) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 10:22) Cleveland counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook. (Rd 1 - 10:00) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it. (Rd 1 - 09:44) Cleveland rolls her shoulders to relax them, then moves forward. (Rd 1 - 09:32) Cleveland attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 09:32) D'Angelo hit a counter left hand. (Rd 1 - 09:32) Cleveland hits a couple of minor left hands, but D'Angelo dodges the leg kick that follows. (Rd 1 - 09:05) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 09:05) Cleveland slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 08:41) Cleveland comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 08:41) D'Angelo hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 08:41) Cleveland lands two left hands, but D'Angelo evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 08:20) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 08:20) Cleveland hits a jab and also lands a leg kick. D'Angelo uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 07:56) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 07:42) A three-punch combo fails to trouble D'Angelo. (Rd 1 - 07:27) Seizing the opportunity, D'Angelo shoots. (Rd 1 - 07:19) D'Angelo gets hold of a leg but Cleveland remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 1 - 07:19) Unable to complete the takedown, D'Angelo instead pushes Cleveland up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 07:00) Smothered against the cage, Cleveland cannot get free. (Rd 1 - 07:00) Nothing really happens for the next thirty seconds, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 06:25) D'Angelo tries to take Cleveland down. (Rd 1 - 06:25) Cleveland, pressed up against the cage, cannot stop the takedown. (Rd 1 - 06:25) D'Angelo ends up holding a seated Cleveland around the waist, pressing her up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 05:57) Time slips away as D'Angelo successfully keeps Cleveland stuck against the cage wall. (Rd 1 - 05:32) D'Angelo looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Cleveland from a seated position onto her back. (Rd 1 - 05:32) She can't quite manage to get to mount on this attempt. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Cleveland, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back. (Rd 1 - 04:24) D'Angelo pounds away on Cleveland but can't land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 04:12) D'Angelo starts trying to get Cleveland on her back so that she can gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 04:12) She finds herself unable to get the mount on this attempt. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Cleveland, trapped against the cage, pummels D'Angelo on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything. (Rd 1 - 02:57) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them. (Rd 1 - 02:44) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good. (Rd 1 - 02:09) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Cleveland. (Rd 1 - 01:50) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:50) Cleveland dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 01:24) D'Angelo misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Cleveland attacks with strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:58) D'Angelo misses with a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Cleveland connects with a jab but the following kick to the body misses. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:43) D'Angelo hits a left hand. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Cleveland hits a pair of jabs and also hits a right cross. (Rd 1 - 00:22) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 00:22) Cleveland misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. D'Angelo attacks with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (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 agreed that Cleveland is the winner. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Grace 'Thai Kitten' Cleveland is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Grace 'Thai Kitten' Cleveland defeats Kelly 'Wildfire' D'Angelo (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Grace Cleveland praises her team at Elevation Fight Team, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. Showing respect, Grace Cleveland praises D'Angelo for her skill and toughness. Grace Cleveland may not be the greatest interviewee, but her looks alone mean she'll always get a reaction. <div style="text-align:center;">WOMENS ATOMWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/06249162-7336-45ce-81b9-62efd394379e" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Arielle_Souza(5).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Arielle_Souza(5).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/2b9c41bb-dccb-4783-bb0f-268e581324cc" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Priscilla_Gaol(3).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Priscilla_Gaol(3).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Arielle Souza (10-7, 3-1 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +180) vs. Priscilla "Thathi" Gaol (10-6, 2-1 CTC, From: Jakarta, Indonesia, Favorite: -230)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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, Arielle Souza going head to head with Priscilla 'Thathi' Gaol. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard. (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Matt Hume, Marcos Rosales, and Nelson Hamilton. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 14:52) Gaol closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 14:52) Gaol hits a right jab and then lands a left hand to the body. (Rd 1 - 14:33) Gaol lands a jab and then hits Souza with a straight left. (Rd 1 - 14:18) A punch from Gaol fails to land. (Rd 1 - 14:14) Souza seizes the chance and grabs Gaol into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 14:08) With control of the clinch, Souza tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 1 - 14:08) Souza gets the takedown! Gaol pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 13:49) Souza punches down at Gaol, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 13:31) Gaol tries to sweep Souza but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 13:03) Souza keeps Gaol guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 12:34) Gaol tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 12:16) Souza keeps Gaol guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 11:47) Souza fires off some rights, but Gaol isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 11:32) Souza blocks Gaol as she tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 11:15) With no progress being made, referee Marc Goddard brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 1 - 11:01) Souza moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt her opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 1 - 11:01) Gaol connects with a jab, but Souza avoids a big left. (Rd 1 - 10:40) Gaol steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 10:40) A jab hits home from Gaol and then she lands a left hand. (Rd 1 - 10:23) Gaol can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then hits Souza with a straight left. (Rd 1 - 10:06) Gaol lands a jab and then hits Souza with a beauty of a straight left. (Rd 1 - 09:54) Gaol lands a right hand and then hits Souza with a straight left. (Rd 1 - 09:31) A jab is wide from Gaol, but then she scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 09:12) Gaol throws a one-two, but Souza was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 09:05) Seizing the opportunity, Souza clinches. (Rd 1 - 08:55) Souza looks to take Gaol down with a trip. (Rd 1 - 08:55) Gaol blocks the attempted trip and takes control of the grapple. (Rd 1 - 08:42) Gaol tries to get Souza into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 08:42) Gaol achieves it, Souza could not fight out of it. (Rd 1 - 08:26) Using the clinch, Gaol drives a knee into the chest of Souza, but didn't get much force behind it. (Rd 1 - 08:06) Souza blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 07:43) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Gaol blasts Souza with a big knee to the face! (Rd 1 - 07:43) Souza appears to have suffered a gash under her eye. (Rd 1 - 07:32) From the clinch, Gaol drives a massive elbow to Souza...and knocks her out! (Rd 1 - 07:20) The winner, by knock out; Priscilla Gaol! Official Result: Priscilla 'Thathi' Gaol defeats Arielle Souza (Knock Out (Elbow) in 7:40 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Priscilla Gaol gives a name-check to everyone at Bali MMA, all her various sponsors, then all her friends, family, and supporters. Priscilla Gaol gives a show of respect to her opponent. It's undeniable that the camera loves her, so while her interview may not a been the best she was still able to get a reaction. <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/c95b6e94-e9f6-4196-84d0-c61130fec995" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Gavin_Tucker(3).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Gavin_Tucker(3).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/7039887a-e326-4889-a80a-1605d114035d" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Bubba_Jenkins(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Bubba_Jenkins(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">"The Newfoundland Terror" Gavin Tucker (14-2, 2-1 CTC, From: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Favorite: -600) vs. Bubba "I'm A Bad Man" Jenkins (16-6, 2-2 CTC, From: Coconut Creek, Florida, Underdog: +470)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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) Moving on, 'The Newfoundland Terror' Gavin Tucker fights Bubba 'I'm A Bad Man' Jenkins. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Chris Leben will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Marcos Rosales, Nelson Hamilton, and Cardo Urso. (Rd 1 - 15:00) About to fight in front of a home crowd, Tucker unsurprisingly gets a loud ovation from the crowd as he makes his entrance. (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 14:53) Jenkins shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 14:53) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Tucker pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 14:45) Tucker is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Jenkins off of him. (Rd 1 - 14:18) Jenkins throws a few relatively weak left hands. (Rd 1 - 13:51) Jenkins smothers Tucker with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 13:22) The clock runs down as Tucker is being smothered against the ground by Jenkins. (Rd 1 - 12:45) In guard, Jenkins throws a couple of punches designed to keep Tucker guessing. (Rd 1 - 12:23) Tucker tries to sweep Jenkins but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 12:04) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 1 - 11:52) Tucker hits a right jab and then scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 11:35) Jenkins appeared to be going for a takedown, but Tucker took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 11:35) A flurry of three punches from Tucker see them all connect and then hits a spin kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 11:05) Setting it up well, Jenkins shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 11:05) Jenkins gets the takedown! Tucker pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 10:59) Tucker is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Jenkins off of him. (Rd 1 - 10:21) Jenkins is trying to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 10:21) He passes guard, but Tucker was ready and immediately starts to scramble. (Rd 1 - 10:06) Jenkins manages to come out on top, with Tucker pulling half guard. (Rd 1 - 09:52) Jenkins attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 1 - 09:52) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Tucker tries to get back up. (Rd 1 - 09:39) The scramble ends with Jenkins grabbing Tucker and getting a waist lock, gaining back control. (Rd 1 - 08:47) With Tucker stuck against the cage, Jenkins tries to drag him down to the ground. (Rd 1 - 08:47) Jenkins doesn't even have to struggle, he swiftly takes Tucker down with ease. (Rd 1 - 08:33) Tucker lands face-first, and Jenkins holds on to take his back! (Rd 1 - 08:33) Tucker is in huge trouble now, as Jenkins successfully gets both hooks in. (Rd 1 - 08:17) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Jenkins tries to finish Tucker off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 08:17) Tucker doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 1 - 07:42) Jenkins fires away with punches, but Tucker doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 07:09) Jenkins fires off some lefts, but Tucker isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 06:58) Tucker struggles against Jenkins and manages to free himself from the hooks. (Rd 1 - 06:42) Jenkins gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position. (Rd 1 - 06:24) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Jenkins tries to finish Tucker off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 06:24) Tucker doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 1 - 06:02) Tucker struggles against Jenkins but cannot get himself free from the hooks. (Rd 1 - 05:43) Jenkins fires away with punches, but Tucker doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 05:25) Tucker struggles against Jenkins but cannot get himself free from the hooks. (Rd 1 - 05:07) Jenkins attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. (Rd 1 - 05:07) Tucker defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Jenkins keeps both hooks, despite Tucker trying to pull them apart. (Rd 1 - 04:36) Jenkins tries to pound on Tucker, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 04:19) Jenkins keeps both hooks, despite Tucker trying to pull them apart. (Rd 1 - 04:00) Jenkins unloads with some left hands, but Tucker deals with them comfortably. (Rd 1 - 03:40) Tucker tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Jenkins pounds away with left hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 1 - 02:43) Jenkins tries to pound on Tucker, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 1 - 02:13) Jenkins fires off some lefts, but Tucker isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 02:02) Tucker tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Jenkins tries to pound on Tucker, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 1 - 01:13) Jenkins tries to pound on Tucker, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 1 - 00:55) Tucker struggles against Jenkins but cannot get himself free from the hooks. (Rd 1 - 00:38) Jenkins tries to pound on Tucker, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Tucker improves his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Jenkins tries to put Tucker in a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 00:11) Tucker fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over. (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 Jenkins. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Bubba 'I'm A Bad Man' Jenkins is the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Bubba 'I'm A Bad Man' Jenkins defeats 'The Newfoundland Terror' Gavin Tucker (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Bubba Jenkins praises his team at Black House MMA, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks a fight against Carlos Alexandre da Costa would probably be a great contest. A lively, charismatic speaker, Bubba Jenkins is great at using these interviews to sell himself. <div style="text-align:center;">WOMENS ATOMWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/1bc5d2bb-44c1-4884-9481-145f7bdece73" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Alesha_Zappitella.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Alesha_Zappitella.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/9383cd57-1dd3-41f8-940b-754fb7f509ae" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Elise_Reed(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Elise_Reed(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Alesha "Half Pint" Zappitella (9-4-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Brighton, Michigan, Favorite: -740) vs. Elise Reed (5-1, 3-1 CTC, From: Princeton, New Jersey, Underdog: +590)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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) Moving on to the next match, in which Alesha 'Half Pint' Zappitella goes up against Elise Reed. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Cardo Urso, Sal D'Amato, and Matt Hume. (Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 15:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 14:53) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 14:53) Reed counters a leg kick with a quick left hook. (Rd 1 - 14:36) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 14:36) Reed lands a one-two. (Rd 1 - 14:36) Zappitella lands one of a flurry of quick punches and then hits a kick to the leg. (Rd 1 - 14:00) Reed stalks forward, pressuring Zappitella. (Rd 1 - 14:00) Zappitella lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 14:00) Reed connects with a nice jab and then she lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 13:35) Reed moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Zappitella into exchanging strikes. (Rd 1 - 13:35) Zappitella hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 13:35) A jab lands from Reed but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 13:16) Moving forward constantly, Reed is pressuring Zappitella. (Rd 1 - 13:16) Zappitella tries to hit a jab, but misses. (Rd 1 - 13:16) Reed throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 12:58) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 12:58) Reed hits a left hand. (Rd 1 - 12:58) Zappitella nails a right cross. (Rd 1 - 12:40) Moving forward constantly, Reed is pressuring Zappitella. (Rd 1 - 12:40) Zappitella lands two left hands in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 12:40) Reed can't connect with a jab, but then she scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 12:19) Reed can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Zappitella with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 12:06) Reed fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 11:55) Reed moves in on Zappitella, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 11:55) Zappitella hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 11:55) Reed doesn't trouble her opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 11:36) Zappitella had looked like she was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 11:36) Reed can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Zappitella with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 11:36) Zappitella looks to have been cut above her eye, blood is trickling down. (Rd 1 - 11:19) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 10:55) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 10:55) Reed scores with a left hook. Zappitella hits a left hand. (Rd 1 - 10:35) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 10:15) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 09:42) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 09:42) Zappitella misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 09:42) Reed is off target with a left jab but connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 09:35) Reed rolls her shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward. (Rd 1 - 09:26) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 09:26) Zappitella scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 09:26) Reed scores with a jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 09:03) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 09:03) Reed hits a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 09:03) Zappitella uses a left jab and also nails a right cross. (Rd 1 - 08:46) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 08:13) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 08:13) Reed slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a solid right hand. (Rd 1 - 07:51) Reed comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 07:51) Zappitella hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 07:51) Reed lands a jab and then she scores with a right to the body. (Rd 1 - 07:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 1 - 07:29) Reed can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 07:21) Zappitella gets hold of Reed without taking too much damage. (Rd 1 - 07:12) Using her wrestling skills, Zappitella is trying to push Reed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 07:12) Zappitella does it, Reed is stuck with her back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 06:54) With Zappitella bleeding, referee Marc Goddard pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked. (Rd 1 - 06:54) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 1 - 06:54) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway! (Rd 1 - 06:40) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 06:40) Reed misses a big right hand, putting her off balance and allowing Zappitella to attack with a jab and a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 06:20) Reed steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 06:20) Zappitella, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 06:20) Reed lands a left hand and then hits Zappitella with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 1 - 06:09) Reed is still moving well, but she is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 1 - 05:57) Reed connects with a nice jab and then hits Zappitella with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 05:36) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 05:36) Reed finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 05:36) Zappitella scores with a jab and also hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 05:19) Reed comes forward on the attack. (Rd 1 - 05:19) Zappitella hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 1 - 05:19) Reed throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 05:07) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 05:07) Zappitella hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 05:07) Reed hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:58) Zappitella glances at the clock. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Zappitella slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Reed comes forward, walking down Zappitella. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Zappitella hit two counter left hands. (Rd 1 - 04:25) Reed uses a left jab but Zappitella evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 04:06) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Reed uses a left jab but misses with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:06) Zappitella hits a jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Reed hits a jab but is well off target with a head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Zappitella finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. (Rd 1 - 03:29) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 03:03) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Reed is off target with a left jab but gets a glancing blow with a high kick. (Rd 1 - 02:32) Zappitella hits a jab and also hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:22) For the first time, Zappitella is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 02:15) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:15) Reed misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Zappitella grabs Reed, who looks shattered, and pulls her into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Zappitella is trying to muscle Reed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 02:04) Reed ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Zappitella catches Reed with an elbow to the face from the clinch while she is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 01:40) Zappitella pins Reed up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Zappitella pins Reed up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Zappitella smothers Reed against the cage, then hits her with a quick elbow strike. (Rd 1 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Reed is trapped against the cage and Zappitella hits her with a quick elbow. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Zappitella catches Reed with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while she is pressed up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:31) Zappitella pins Reed up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Zappitella smothers Reed against the cage, then uses her dirty boxing skills to her advantage. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Marc Goddard brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Zappitella connects with a left hand. Reed is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand. (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 have agreed that Zappitella is the winner. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Making Alesha 'Half Pint' Zappitella the winner by unanimous decision! Official Result: Alesha 'Half Pint' Zappitella defeats Elise Reed (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Alesha Zappitella praises her team at Scorpion Fighting System, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. Asked who she wants to fight next, she says she'll fight whoever is put in front of her, but she thinks Ayaka Hamasaki would be a particularly good contest. <div style="text-align:center;">WOMENS ATOMWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/8244d66d-113d-4772-be14-aec75e87f642" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Janaisa_Morandin(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Janaisa_Morandin(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/f0fe2c42-2b86-4edc-b2b7-0f092941295c" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Alyse_Anderson.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Alyse_Anderson.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Janaisa "Evil Princess" Morandin (13-5, 3-1 CTC, From: Erechim, Brazil, Favorite: -230) vs. "Lil Savage" Alyse Anderson (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Detroit, Michigan, Underdog: +180)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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) Moving on to the next match, in which Janaisa 'Evil Princess' Morandin takes on 'Lil Savage' Alyse Anderson. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Cardo Urso, Sal D'Amato, and Matt Hume. (Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 14:52) Morandin lands a jab and then hits Anderson with a body kick. (Rd 1 - 14:27) Moving in, Anderson appears willing to risk getting hit if it means she can get close enough to initiate some grappling. (Rd 1 - 14:27) Morandin lands a left jab, but misses with a right body kick. (Rd 1 - 14:15) Anderson gets hold of Morandin without taking too much damage. (Rd 1 - 14:07) Anderson tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip her to the floor. (Rd 1 - 14:07) Anderson doesn't get it, Morandin blocked any attempt to move her. (Rd 1 - 13:48) Anderson attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Morandin on the ground. (Rd 1 - 13:48) Morandin blocks the attempted trip and takes control of the grapple. (Rd 1 - 13:22) With control of the clinch, Morandin tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 1 - 13:22) It's unsuccessful, Anderson maintained a good solid base. (Rd 1 - 13:05) The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other. (Rd 1 - 12:43) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Anderson, but Morandin was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 12:43) A jab is wide from Morandin, but then she catches Anderson with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 12:21) Morandin fails to find a home for her jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 12:14) Anderson seizes the chance and grabs Morandin into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 12:07) Anderson looks to sweep a leg out from under Morandin so as to take her down with a trip. (Rd 1 - 12:07) Morandin is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, she can do nothing but pull guard! (Rd 1 - 11:55) Anderson looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 11:55) Anderson struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard. (Rd 1 - 11:13) Morandin tries to catch Anderson with a punch, but it is not on target. (Rd 1 - 10:53) In guard, Anderson begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 1 - 10:53) She can't quite manage to get past guard on this attempt. (Rd 1 - 10:21) Anderson leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Morandin. (Rd 1 - 10:10) Anderson fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:53) Morandin tries to pull Anderson in close and pepper her with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 1 - 09:37) Anderson starts trying to work to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 09:37) Morandin allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow her to try and scramble. (Rd 1 - 09:24) The scramble leaves Anderson turtled up, facing Morandin. (Rd 1 - 09:13) Morandin hits a short knee to the side of the head of the turtled Anderson. (Rd 1 - 08:55) Morandin hits a knee to the side of the head. (Rd 1 - 08:38) Turtled up, Anderson takes a kicks to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 08:19) Anderson rolls over onto her back, looking up at Morandin. (Rd 1 - 08:19) Morandin moves back and allows Anderson to stand back up. (Rd 1 - 07:53) Anderson chooses to shoot in on Morandin. (Rd 1 - 07:53) She has the takedown! Morandin pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 07:42) Anderson looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 07:42) Anderson passes guard, but Morandin was ready and a scramble for position ensues. (Rd 1 - 07:30) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 07:30) Morandin manages to come out on top with side control. (Rd 1 - 07:19) Morandin throws a few right hands as she takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 06:52) Anderson tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 06:35) Morandin throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 06:09) Anderson pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 05:58) Morandin throws a few right hands as she takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 05:41) Morandin throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch her breath. (Rd 1 - 05:19) Morandin blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. (Rd 1 - 05:01) Morandin is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 1 - 05:01) Anderson keeps Morandin in half guard. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Morandin blocks Anderson as she tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Morandin fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 04:05) Anderson tries to get full guard on Morandin but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Morandin keeps Anderson guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:26) Morandin blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. (Rd 1 - 03:12) With no progress being made, referee Marc Goddard stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Morandin can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Morandin steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Anderson had looked like she was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 02:40) Morandin lands a jab and then catches Anderson with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Morandin throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 02:08) Morandin lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Morandin uses a left jab, but her big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Anderson looked like she was going to step in and grapple, but Morandin simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 01:34) A jab hits home from Morandin and then she catches Anderson with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:17) There's a takedown attempt from Anderson. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Morandin almost got away but not quite; she is left hopping while Anderson has hold of one leg. (Rd 1 - 01:17) Anderson drives Morandin up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:59) Showing her ability to exert control, Anderson smothers Morandin up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 00:59) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about half a minute. (Rd 1 - 00:23) Anderson looks to take Morandin down with a trip. (Rd 1 - 00:23) It's unsuccessful, Morandin maintained a good solid base. (Rd 1 - 00:05) With Morandin stuck against the cage, Anderson tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 00:05) A great inside leg trip sees Morandin get thrown to the mat and Anderson is left in guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced. (Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given Morandin the win. (Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Janaisa 'Evil Princess' Morandin! Official Result: Janaisa 'Evil Princess' Morandin defeats 'Lil Savage' Alyse Anderson (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Janaisa Morandin gives a name-check to everyone at Astra Fight Team, all her various sponsors, and all her friends, family, and supporters. Showing respect, Janaisa Morandin praises Anderson for her skill and toughness. <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/5f7a4271-16d6-4017-ae20-8d6b0e496ecf" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Jeremy_Kennedy(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Jeremy_Kennedy(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/bb989b6c-910d-49d7-9e9a-16127698d202" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Tyler_Diamond(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Tyler_Diamond(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Jeremy "JBC" Kennedy (18-3-1NC, 3-1 CTC, From: Surrey, British Columbia, Favorite: -330) vs. Tyler Diamond (14-2, 3-1 CTC, From: Oroville, California, Underdog: +260)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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, Jeremy 'JBC' Kennedy competing against Tyler Diamond. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Frank Trigg. (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Cardo Urso, Sal D'Amato, and Matt Hume. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 14:48) Diamond shoots in hard and fast for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 14:48) Kennedy cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 14:41) Not giving his opponent any room to work, Diamond keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body. (Rd 1 - 14:28) Diamond deflects a couple of punches that Kennedy threw from below. (Rd 1 - 14:14) For the moment Diamond is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 13:47) Kennedy tries to pull Diamond in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it. (Rd 1 - 13:40) Diamond keeps tight to Kennedy, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 1 - 13:25) Kennedy reaches up and tries to lock up an arm. (Rd 1 - 13:25) Diamond blocks it. (Rd 1 - 12:57) Diamond lies on top of Kennedy, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 12:29) Diamond throws several small strikes at Kennedy, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with. (Rd 1 - 12:10) Kennedy attempts to secure an arm. (Rd 1 - 12:10) Diamond fends off Kennedy, and doesn't give up an arm. (Rd 1 - 11:33) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 1 - 11:22) Diamond sets up a nice takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 11:22) The takedown is successful, Kennedy pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 11:22) Kennedy grabbed a guillotine off the takedown though; Diamond is now the one in trouble! (Rd 1 - 11:09) The guillotine is locked in, tight enough that Diamond has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 10:53) The winner, by submission, is Jeremy 'JBC' Kennedy! Official Result: Jeremy 'JBC' Kennedy defeats Tyler Diamond (Submission (Guillotine) in 4:07 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Jeremy Kennedy gives a name-check to everyone at Team Quest, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Jeremy Kennedy says it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Tyler Diamond. <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/37f864da-3fc9-455f-b6c3-64cf21ad440f" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Chang_Sung_Jung(1).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Chang_Sung_Jung(1).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/ca630230-e977-4ba0-a348-bc25c50ef3fb" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Kazumasa_Majima(3).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Kazumasa_Majima(3).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">"The Korean Zombie" Chan Sung Jung (16-9, 0-1 CTC, From: Gyeongju, South Korea, Favorite: -390) vs. Kazumasa Majima (16-3, 2-1 CTC, From: Yamaguchi, Japan, Underdog: +310)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Korean Zombie' Chan Sung Jung competes against Kazumasa Majima. (Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Marc Goddard. (Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Matt Hume, Marcos Rosales, and Nelson Hamilton. (Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 14:50) There's a takedown attempt from Majima. (Rd 1 - 14:50) Korean Zombie cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 14:42) Majima tries to break the guard of Korean Zombie, perhaps looking for a leglock opportunity. (Rd 1 - 14:42) Korean Zombie blocks it by keeping his guard secure. (Rd 1 - 14:21) Korean Zombie tries to ensnare an arm. (Rd 1 - 14:21) Korean Zombie cannot secure the arm. (Rd 1 - 14:04) Majima keeps Korean Zombie guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 13:44) Korean Zombie attempts to secure an arm. (Rd 1 - 13:44) Majima fends off Korean Zombie, and doesn't give up an arm. (Rd 1 - 13:07) Majima attempts to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 13:07) Korean Zombie was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 1 - 12:55) As Korean Zombie goes to scramble he leaves a leg in, and Majima quickly tries to grab it. (Rd 1 - 12:55) Korean Zombie ends up in side control, avoiding the threat of a leg lock. (Rd 1 - 12:55) That was a big error from Majima, going for the leg has ended up handing the advantage to his opponent. (Rd 1 - 12:38) In side control, Korean Zombie throws a couple of punches designed to keep Majima guessing. (Rd 1 - 12:12) Majima struggles and gets half guard. (Rd 1 - 12:01) Korean Zombie fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 11:42) Korean Zombie blocks Majima as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 11:24) Korean Zombie throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 11:04) Korean Zombie punches down at Majima, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 10:46) Majima tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Korean Zombie doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 10:31) Korean Zombie attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 10:31) Majima fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 1 - 10:19) Korean Zombie scrambles to his feet, but Majima immediately drives him up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 09:59) Majima, looking for a takedown, manages to secure a leg, leaving Korean Zombie hopping on one foot. (Rd 1 - 09:59) Majima smartly sweeps the standing leg to execute a nice trip! (Rd 1 - 09:59) Majima takes the back of Korean Zombie directly off the takedown. (Rd 1 - 09:46) Korean Zombie is in huge trouble now, as Majima successfully gets both hooks in. (Rd 1 - 09:34) Majima, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 09:34) The rear naked choke is in deep, Korean Zombie has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 09:08) Kazumasa Majima takes the victory by way of submission! Official Result: Kazumasa Majima defeats 'The Korean Zombie' Chan Sung Jung (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 5:52 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Kazumasa Majima gives a name-check to everyone at Wajyutsu Keisyukai Tokyo, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Looking at a replay of the finish, Kazumasa Majima says that it was part of the gameplan and that he was waiting for the right opportunity to apply it. <div style="text-align:center;">CTC WOMENS ATOMWEIGHT TITLE BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/51b53ef0-5b18-48af-a42f-96757dbb5e56" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Ayaka_Hamasaki(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Ayaka_Hamasaki(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/c7de5d88-76b1-4d36-a221-2eb68d1a1077" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Alyssa_Garcia(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Alyssa_Garcia(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Ayaka Hamasaki (23-3, 4-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -1050) vs. Alyssa "Tiny Tim" Garcia (9-5, 4-0 CTC, From: Whittier, California, Underdog: +830)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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 - 60:00) Another match is about to begin; Ayaka Hamasaki facing Alyssa 'Tiny Tim' Garcia. (Rd 1 - 60:00) This is a CTC Womens Atomweight title fight. (Rd 1 - 60:00) Our referee is Marc Goddard. (Rd 1 - 60:00) The judges are: Marcos Rosales, Nelson Hamilton, and Cardo Urso. (Rd 1 - 60:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 60:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 59:48) Ayaka shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 59:48) Garcia gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 59:40) Perhaps looking to create space for a leglock, Ayaka tries to break the guard apart. (Rd 1 - 59:40) Garcia maintains a tight, secure guard. (Rd 1 - 59:17) In guard, Ayaka begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 1 - 59:17) Garcia was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately. (Rd 1 - 59:05) Ayaka is up first and quickly grabs Garcia as she too stands up, getting back control. (Rd 1 - 58:11) With the cage trapping Garcia, Ayaka, holding her from behind, looks to try and take her down. (Rd 1 - 58:11) Garcia is soon on her way to the ground, Ayaka gets the takedown with ease. (Rd 1 - 57:53) Ayaka gets side control on Garcia. (Rd 1 - 57:53) Ayaka attempts a kneebar by hooking a leg. (Rd 1 - 57:53) Garcia doesn't allow the kneebar to be applied. (Rd 1 - 57:24) Ambitiously, Ayaka tries to get Garcia set up for a D'Arce choke from side control. (Rd 1 - 57:24) Garcia defends herself well and is in no danger. (Rd 1 - 56:46) Ayaka starts trying to work to go from side control to mount. (Rd 1 - 56:46) She can't quite manage to get to mount on this attempt. (Rd 1 - 56:00) Ayaka tries to hook a leg and put a kneebar on Garcia. (Rd 1 - 56:00) Garcia defends herself well and does not give up a leg. (Rd 1 - 55:21) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 55:11) Garcia throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 55:04) Ayaka moves in fast and shoots on Garcia. (Rd 1 - 54:58) Ayaka gets hold of a leg but Garcia remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 1 - 54:58) Ayaka can't get Garcia down and so settles for pushing her up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 54:43) Ayaka looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 1 - 54:43) Garcia has no answer to a great trip! (Rd 1 - 54:43) Garcia gives up her back off the takedown. (Rd 1 - 54:25) Ayaka successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. (Rd 1 - 54:05) Ayaka, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 1 - 54:05) The rear naked choke is in deep, Garcia has to tap out! (Rd 1 - 53:34) The winner, by submission; Ayaka Hamasaki! (Rd 1 - 53:34) Ayaka Hamasaki wins the CTC Womens Atomweight title. Official Result: Ayaka Hamasaki defeats Alyssa 'Tiny Tim' Garcia (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:26 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Ayaka Hamasaki praises her team at Abe Ani Combat Club, her various sponsors, and her fans who came out to support her. She celebrates her CTC Womens Atomweight Title win and calls it one of the greatest moments of her career. <div style="text-align:center;">Ayaka Hamasaki Won The CTC Womens Atomweight Title</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Title Prestige: 63% (+5% This Fight)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">CO-MAIN EVENT</div> <div style="text-align:center;">CTC FEATHERWEIGHT TITLE BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/ce8a1c47-d230-4d41-a0a2-be8e58344427" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="A.J._McKee(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/A.J._McKee(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/4b66143e-d75b-4b16-9278-fbf1cc03b79e" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Magomed_Yunusilau(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Magomed_Yunusilau(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">A.J. "Mercenary" McKee (20-0, 4-0 CTC, From: Long Beach, California, Favorite: -730) vs. Magomed Yunusilau (12-0, 4-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Underdog: +580)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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 - 60:00) The co-main event is up next. A.J. 'Mercenary' McKee battles Magomed Yunusilau in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 60:00) This fight is for the CTC Featherweight title. (Rd 1 - 60:00) Frank Trigg is the referee for this fight. (Rd 1 - 60:00) Our cageside judges are: Sal D'Amato, Matt Hume, and Marcos Rosales. (Rd 1 - 60:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 60:00) They start with a touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 59:54) Yunusilau hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 1 - 59:54) McKee hits a left jab and then catches Yunusilau with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 59:54) Yunusilau appears to have suffered a gash under his eye. (Rd 1 - 59:34) McKee lands two jabs and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 59:17) Yunusilau looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 59:17) A punch from McKee fails to land. (Rd 1 - 59:14) Yunusilau comes in and grabs McKee in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 59:06) Yunusilau tries to wrestle McKee backward and up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 59:06) Yunusilau can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple. (Rd 1 - 58:37) McKee attempts to wrestle Yunusilau to the ground. (Rd 1 - 58:37) It's unsuccessful, Yunusilau maintained a good solid base. (Rd 1 - 58:25) McKee looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg. (Rd 1 - 58:25) McKee doesn't get the trip, Yunusilau instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 1 - 58:00) Yunusilau is looking to muscle McKee back against the cage. (Rd 1 - 58:00) He does so and now has McKee pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 57:48) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Yunusilau. (Rd 1 - 57:48) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem. (Rd 1 - 57:48) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway! (Rd 1 - 57:33) McKee connects with a nice jab and then catches Yunusilau with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 57:21) A jab lands from McKee, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 57:05) Yunusilau looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in. (Rd 1 - 57:05) A flurry of three punches from McKee see three of them land and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 56:45) Setting it up with excellent timing, Yunusilau comes forward and shoots for the takedown. (Rd 1 - 56:45) McKee gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 56:35) The clock runs down as McKee is being smothered against the ground by Yunusilau. (Rd 1 - 55:57) In guard, Yunusilau begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 1 - 55:57) He can't find a way past the guard. (Rd 1 - 55:35) Using his leg strength to push Yunusilau back a bit, McKee looks to scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 55:35) Yunusilau seizes the opportunity, McKee was too slow and gets caught in side control. (Rd 1 - 55:11) Yunusilau keeps McKee guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 54:48) Yunusilau throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 54:27) McKee tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 54:08) Yunusilau keeps McKee guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 53:50) Yunusilau blocks McKee as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 53:30) Yunusilau tries to lock McKee into a kimura. (Rd 1 - 53:30) McKee blocks it. (Rd 1 - 53:07) Yunusilau blocks McKee as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 52:54) Yunusilau throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 52:31) Yunusilau blocks McKee as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 52:12) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up. (Rd 1 - 52:03) Yunusilau sets up a nice takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 52:03) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves McKee pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 52:03) That's two takedowns from two attempts. (Rd 1 - 51:55) Yunusilau lies on top of McKee, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 51:16) Yunusilau smothers McKee with his body by pushing forward and down. (Rd 1 - 50:51) Yunusilau throws a few relatively weak right hands. (Rd 1 - 50:31) Yunusilau blocks an attempted sweep. (Rd 1 - 50:18) Yunusilau throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 50:02) The clock runs down as McKee is being smothered against the ground by Yunusilau. (Rd 1 - 49:40) Yunusilau lies on top of McKee, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 49:16) Yunusilau lies on top of McKee, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 48:40) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, Yunusilau keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes. (Rd 1 - 48:24) Yunusilau blocks an attempted sweep. (Rd 1 - 48:07) With no progress being made, referee Frank Trigg stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 48:07) Shoulders hunched, McKee studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity. (Rd 1 - 48:00) McKee comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 48:00) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Yunusilau, but McKee was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 48:00) McKee fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 47:42) McKee can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 47:24) McKee fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 47:07) Yunusilau uses a left jab while backing away. (Rd 1 - 47:07) McKee throws a punch but Yunusilau was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 46:56) Yunusilau shoots in at speed, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 46:56) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and McKee has to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 46:56) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far. (Rd 1 - 46:46) Yunusilau throws several small strikes at McKee, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with. (Rd 1 - 46:28) Using his leg strength to push Yunusilau back a bit, McKee looks to scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 46:28) It's a bad choice though, as Yunusilau seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control. (Rd 1 - 46:08) Yunusilau throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 45:49) Yunusilau blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 45:30) Yunusilau throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 45:02) Yunusilau blocks McKee as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 44:46) Yunusilau throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 44:22) Yunusilau tries to lock McKee in an arm triangle. (Rd 1 - 44:22) McKee defends himself well and is in no danger. (Rd 1 - 43:45) McKee tries to pull guard on Yunusilau but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 43:32) Yunusilau throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 43:15) McKee tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 42:56) Yunusilau throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 42:35) Yunusilau blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 42:23) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 1 - 42:23) For the first time, McKee is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 42:15) McKee can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 42:06) Yunusilau looks like he wants to shoot but is wary of getting hit on the way in. (Rd 1 - 42:06) McKee throws a punch but Yunusilau was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 42:03) Seizing the opportunity, Yunusilau shoots. (Rd 1 - 41:53) The takedown is completed, McKee is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 41:53) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far. (Rd 1 - 41:46) Yunusilau keeps tight to McKee, peppering him with short strikes. (Rd 1 - 41:26) McKee grabs Yunusilau and draws him in close, smothering him. (Rd 1 - 41:03) Yunusilau peppers McKee with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with. (Rd 1 - 40:43) McKee gets the double underhooks in and pulls Yunusilau close, controlling him well. (Rd 1 - 40:16) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, Yunusilau keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes. (Rd 1 - 40:04) McKee applies double underhooks and keeps Yunusilau from launching any attacks. (Rd 1 - 39:34) Yunusilau lies on top of McKee, basically smothering him. (Rd 1 - 39:05) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Frank Trigg standing them both back up. (Rd 1 - 38:59) A punch from McKee fails to land. (Rd 1 - 38:56) Yunusilau takes the chance and shoots on McKee. (Rd 1 - 38:46) The takedown is successful, McKee pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 38:46) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far. (Rd 1 - 38:37) Yunusilau throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 38:10) In guard, Yunusilau throws a couple of punches designed to keep McKee guessing. (Rd 1 - 37:45) McKee works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position. (Rd 1 - 37:45) It's a bad choice though, as Yunusilau seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control. (Rd 1 - 37:28) Yunusilau throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 36:58) McKee tries to pull guard on Yunusilau but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 1 - 36:47) Yunusilau fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 1 - 36:28) McKee tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 36:17) Yunusilau tries to lock McKee in an armbar. (Rd 1 - 36:17) McKee stops Yunusilau from applying it. (Rd 1 - 35:40) Yunusilau blocks McKee as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 35:26) Yunusilau throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 35:08) Yunusilau blocks McKee as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 34:54) Yunusilau throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 34:30) McKee tries to move to guard, but Yunusilau doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 34:13) The lack of progress forces referee Frank Trigg to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 1 - 33:58) McKee moves in on Yunusilau, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 33:58) Yunusilau appeared to be going for a takedown, but McKee took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 33:58) McKee can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 33:58) Yunusilau starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut under his eye. (Rd 1 - 33:42) McKee comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 33:42) McKee throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 33:28) A pair of tentative jabs from Yunusilau land, but have zero effect. (Rd 1 - 33:28) McKee can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 33:12) McKee steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 33:12) Yunusilau hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 33:12) McKee can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 32:57) A jab is wide from McKee, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 32:48) A defensive jab hits from Yunusilau. (Rd 1 - 32:48) McKee throws a punch but Yunusilau avoids it. (Rd 1 - 32:40) McKee closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 32:40) McKee throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 32:23) A punch from McKee fails to land. (Rd 1 - 32:20) Yunusilau comes in and grabs McKee in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 32:13) Yunusilau is trying to muscle McKee up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 32:13) He does so and now has McKee pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 31:56) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Yunusilau is wearing McKee down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight. (Rd 1 - 31:56) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds. (Rd 1 - 30:41) Yunusilau presses McKee up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 30:41) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 29:26) Referee Frank Trigg decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 29:26) A few deep breaths betray that McKee is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 1 - 29:26) Yunusilau is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 1 - 29:20) McKee can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 29:08) Yunusilau, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits. (Rd 1 - 29:08) McKee fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 28:53) McKee can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 28:50) The clock is stopped as referee Frank Trigg wants to check the cut on Yunusilau. (Rd 1 - 28:50) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue. (Rd 1 - 28:50) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway! (Rd 1 - 28:35) McKee throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 28:31) Yunusilau comes in and grabs McKee in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 28:23) Yunusilau is trying to muscle McKee up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 28:23) Yunusilau manages it and controls McKee up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 28:08) Yunusilau smothers McKee against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 27:56) McKee is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 27:43) McKee is trapped against the cage and Yunusilau punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 27:31) Breathing very hard, McKee is looking ragged. (Rd 1 - 27:31) Showing his ability to exert control, Yunusilau smothers McKee up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 27:31) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about thirty seconds. (Rd 1 - 26:57) Yunusilau shows great control, keeping McKee pressed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 26:57) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute. (Rd 1 - 26:05) With no progress being made, the referee separates the two fighters. (Rd 1 - 25:55) Circling warily, Yunusilau is looking for a chance to shoot. (Rd 1 - 25:55) McKee can't connect with a jab, but then hits Yunusilau with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 25:42) McKee moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 25:42) McKee can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 25:22) McKee throws a punch but Yunusilau was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 25:18) Yunusilau seizes the chance and grabs McKee into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 25:11) Yunusilau uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on McKee as they grapple. (Rd 1 - 24:52) Yunusilau is trying to muscle McKee up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 24:52) Yunusilau doesn't manage it though, McKee defended it well. (Rd 1 - 24:37) Yunusilau is trying to muscle McKee up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 24:37) Yunusilau does it, McKee is stuck with his back to the cage. (Rd 1 - 24:24) Yunusilau hits McKee, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 1 - 24:05) Yunusilau smothers McKee against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 23:47) Yunusilau smothers McKee against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 23:34) McKee is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 23:22) Yunusilau presses McKee up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 23:22) Thirty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage. (Rd 1 - 22:45) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Frank Trigg brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 22:39) McKee hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 22:24) McKee connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 22:08) Yunusilau appeared to be going to try and get in close, but McKee took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 22:08) McKee throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 22:03) McKee looks very, very tired. (Rd 1 - 21:55) Yunusilau scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab. (Rd 1 - 21:55) McKee lands a jab and then hits Yunusilau with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 21:36) McKee looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 21:36) Yunusilau hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 21:36) McKee can't connect with a jab, but then catches Yunusilau with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 21:23) McKee can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Yunusilau with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 21:18) Yunusilau seizes the chance and grabs McKee into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 21:10) Yunusilau is trying to muscle McKee up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 21:10) Yunusilau achieves it, pinning McKee to the cage. (Rd 1 - 20:59) It isn't pretty, but Yunusilau has McKee stuck up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 20:59) They remain up against the cage for the next minute or so, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 20:08) Yunusilau looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but McKee works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out. (Rd 1 - 19:44) Yunusilau appeared to be going for a takedown, but McKee took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 19:44) A jab is wide from McKee, but then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 19:26) Yunusilau, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 19:26) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves McKee pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 19:26) That's six takedowns from six attempts for Yunusilau. (Rd 1 - 19:18) Yunusilau punches down at McKee, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 18:48) McKee tries to smother Yunusilau by holding him, but can't keep control. (Rd 1 - 18:38) Yunusilau tries a slicing elbow strike, but McKee deflects it. (Rd 1 - 18:29) McKee tries to get double underhooks on Yunusilau so that he can get some control, but can't get them. (Rd 1 - 18:19) In guard, Yunusilau throws a couple of punches designed to keep McKee guessing. (Rd 1 - 17:50) Yunusilau throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 17:20) Yunusilau is trying to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 17:20) McKee allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble. (Rd 1 - 17:08) Yunusilau ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble. (Rd 1 - 16:53) McKee attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 1 - 16:53) Yunusilau tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 1 - 16:39) Yunusilau ends up on the bottom with McKee in side control. (Rd 1 - 16:20) McKee tries to pound on Yunusilau, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 16:09) Yunusilau tries to move to guard, but McKee doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 15:58) McKee tries to pound on Yunusilau, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 1 - 15:43) Yunusilau tries to move to guard, but McKee doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 15:32) Looking to catch his breath, McKee is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 15:06) McKee blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 14:55) McKee unloads with some right hands, but Yunusilau deals with them comfortably. (Rd 1 - 14:38) Yunusilau tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 14:22) McKee throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 14:01) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 14:01) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Yunusilau is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 1 - 13:55) A jab hits home from McKee and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Yunusilau. (Rd 1 - 13:31) Yunusilau keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling. (Rd 1 - 13:31) McKee connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 13:21) The gas tank looks empty on McKee. (Rd 1 - 13:10) McKee comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 13:10) Yunusilau scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab. (Rd 1 - 13:10) McKee throws a punch but Yunusilau avoids it. (Rd 1 - 12:50) McKee can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Yunusilau with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 12:40) A jab is wide from McKee, but then he catches Yunusilau with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 12:35) Without taking too much damage, Yunusilau is able to clinch with McKee. (Rd 1 - 12:28) Yunusilau is trying to muscle McKee up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 12:28) He does so and now has McKee pinned to the cage. (Rd 1 - 12:15) McKee, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Yunusilau is exerting. (Rd 1 - 12:15) 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 - 11:03) Breathing very hard, Yunusilau is looking ragged. (Rd 1 - 11:03) Yunusilau smothers McKee against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage. (Rd 1 - 10:52) Despite how fatigued he clearly is, Yunusilau manages to smother McKee up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 10:52) The next thirty seconds or so sees the two tired-looking fighters exchanging occasional weak punches from the clinch. (Rd 1 - 10:11) McKee is trapped against the cage and Yunusilau punishes him with some dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 09:58) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Frank Trigg brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 09:44) McKee closes in on Yunusilau, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 09:44) Yunusilau may have been setting up to shoot, but McKee aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 09:44) McKee fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 09:15) McKee comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 09:15) A jab is wide from McKee, but then he hits Yunusilau with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 08:56) McKee hits a left hand, but Yunusilau avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 08:46) Yunusilau gets hold of McKee. (Rd 1 - 08:39) Yunusilau uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with McKee. (Rd 1 - 08:19) McKee tries to wriggle free, but Yunusilau controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 1 - 08:03) Yunusilau uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with McKee. (Rd 1 - 07:52) McKee tries to wriggle free, but Yunusilau controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too. (Rd 1 - 07:41) Using his wrestling skills, Yunusilau is trying to push McKee up against the cage. (Rd 1 - 07:41) McKee ends up backed against the cage. (Rd 1 - 07:27) Yunusilau leans all of his weight up against McKee, pressing him against the cage and buying himself some recovery time - he looks very tired. (Rd 1 - 07:27) Nothing really happens for the next thirty seconds, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches and trying to recover. Both fighters are looking very tired. (Rd 1 - 06:56) Yunusilau hits McKee, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 1 - 06:44) An ugly but effective tactic, the very tired-looking Yunusilau is pressing McKee up against the cage and slowly wearing him down while also getting a breather of his own. (Rd 1 - 06:44) Yunusilau and McKee, both looking ragged with fatigue, remain up against the cage for the next thirty seconds, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 06:01) Tired but still with something left in his gas tank, Yunusilau traps McKee up against the cage, using double underhooks for control. (Rd 1 - 06:01) Yunusilau and McKee, both looking ragged with fatigue, remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 04:53) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Yunusilau, backing off, hits a weak left hand. (Rd 1 - 04:45) McKee hits a left hand, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 04:36) McKee glances at the clock, grimacing slightly. (Rd 1 - 04:25) McKee can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:05) McKee comes in looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 04:05) It looked like we were about to see Yunusilau try and get some grappling started, but McKee was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 04:05) A jab is wide from McKee, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 03:47) McKee hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Yunusilau, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:19) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves McKee pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Yunusilau looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Yunusilau begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 1 - 03:11) He passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Yunusilau starts trying to work to go from side control to mount. (Rd 1 - 02:38) Yunusilau shows his ground skills and slips to mount. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Yunusilau unleashes three vicious looking elbows, although none of them land cleanly. (Rd 1 - 01:55) It looks like Yunusilau may have damaged his hand while pounding away, he looks in pain. (Rd 1 - 01:55) A damaged hand will obviously cause Yunusilau some major problems when it comes to striking. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Yunusilau pounds away with elbow strikes but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 1 - 01:25) McKee tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Yunusilau. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Yunusilau unloads with some elbows but McKee deals with them comfortably. (Rd 1 - 00:51) McKee tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Yunusilau. (Rd 1 - 00:39) Yunusilau throws some elbows but McKee isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 00:24) McKee tries to turn over and sweep Yunusilau, but rolls too far and gives up his back! (Rd 1 - 00:05) Yunusilau tries to finish McKee off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 00:05) McKee defends himself well against the choke. (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 Yunusilau is the winner. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Magomed Yunusilau is the winner by unanimous decision! (Rd 1 - 00:00) Magomed Yunusilau wins the CTC Featherweight title. Official Result: Magomed Yunusilau defeats A.J. 'Mercenary' McKee (Unanimous Decision in 60:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Magomed Yunusilau gives a name-check to everyone at Krepost Fight Club, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC Featherweight Title win and calls it one of the greatest moments of his career. <div style="text-align:center;">Magomed Yunusilau Won The CTC Featherweight Title</div> <div style="text-align:center;">Title Prestige: 53% (-5% This Fight)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">MAIN EVENT</div> <div style="text-align:center;">FEATHERWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT</div> <div style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/5f1d84f7-5cf5-4191-8130-7834dd23b197" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Chad_Mendes(5).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Chad_Mendes(5).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>VS.<a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/c5e65a33-aad1-41a5-9b1b-c9d76d6b5ece" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="Thiago_Tavares(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/Thiago_Tavares(4).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Chad "Money" Mendes (21-6, 3-1 CTC, From: Hanford, California, Favorite: -150) vs. Thiago Tavares (25-11-1, 3-1 CTC, From: Florianopolis, Brazil, Underdog: +110)</div> <div style="text-align:center;">The Fight</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 - 30:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Chad 'Money' Mendes fights Thiago Tavares in the CTC Featherweight division. (Rd 1 - 30:00) Chris Leben will be the referee. (Rd 1 - 30:00) The judges are: Sal D'Amato, Matt Hume, and Marcos Rosales. (Rd 1 - 30:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 29:45) Mendes moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 29:45) It looked like we were about to see Tavares try and get some grappling started, but Mendes was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 29:45) Mendes connects with a nice jab and then hits Tavares with a straight right. (Rd 1 - 29:27) Tavares may have been aiming to get in close, but Mendes aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 29:27) Mendes throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 29:05) Tavares aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 1 - 29:05) Mendes can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 28:55) Without taking too much damage, Tavares is able to clinch with Mendes. (Rd 1 - 28:45) Tavares looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 28:45) Tavares can't get Mendes down to the ground. (Rd 1 - 28:33) Tavares looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg. (Rd 1 - 28:33) Mendes stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 1 - 28:09) Getting underhooks, Mendes looks for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 28:09) He hoists Tavares up and grounds him with a Greco-Roman slam. (Rd 1 - 28:09) Tavares gives up his back. (Rd 1 - 27:47) Mendes successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. (Rd 1 - 27:28) Mendes, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 27:28) Tavares doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 1 - 27:03) Tavares tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight. (Rd 1 - 26:51) Mendes, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 1 - 26:51) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Mendes has Tavares flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out! (Rd 1 - 26:26) The winner, by submission; Chad Mendes! Official Result: Chad 'Money' Mendes defeats Thiago Tavares (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:34 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.</div></blockquote> Post-Fight: Chad Mendes thanks everyone connected to Team Alpha MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Watching replays of the finish, Chad Mendes says that he thought it was a very good choke and thanks his trainers for working on it with him. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him. <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/35b8690a-28be-44c8-899e-14c52bb7b3b8" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC_51_Results.png" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC_51_Results.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/41240f5b-ea54-4ef2-9ca3-9f6ed6444673/p/978334a9-453a-4f6d-87a8-9f135dde1572" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="CTC_51_Prelim_Results.png" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/CTC_51_Prelim_Results.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a> Attendance: 5,345 Gate Reciepts: $876,580 Sponsorship: $89,873 Ad Revenue: $2,629,619 Merchandise: $15,175 <pre class="ipsCode">Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $315,411) Winner Pay Loser Pay Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay) Chad Mendes $41,660 Thiago Tavares $31,014 SotN: Mendes: $25,000 Magomed Yunusilau $3,568 A.J. McKee $6,172 Ayaka Hamasaki $5,453 Alyssa Garcia $2,011 Kazumasa Majima $2,678 Chan Sung Jung $25,160 Jeremy Kennedy $2,743 Tyler Diamond $2,456 Janaisa Morandin $2,743 Alyse Anderson $2,470 Alesha Zappitella $52,760 Elise Reed $50,182 FotN: Both: $50,000 Bubba Jenkins $3,037 Gavin Tucker $3,404 Priscilla Gaol $31,844 Arielle Souza $1,810 KotN: Gaol: $25,000 Grace Cleveland $1,464 Kelly D'Angelo $882 Tara Wahl $3,000 Norah Feller $1,500 Jason Saggo $3,450 Kurt Southern $1,500 Melissa Gatto $3,000 Taylor Guardado $900 Steven Warby $27,250 Oscar Sosa $1,300 Perf: Warby: $25,000</pre><div></div> Drug Testing: $10,500 Production: $94,200 Profit: $3,191,136 Critical Rating: 67% Commercial Rating: 77% News - Kyoji Horiguchi has announced that he is returning from his hiatus. - Magomed Yunusilau sustained a Minor Hand Injury during his CTC Featherweight Title fight victory over A.J. McKee, and will miss three weeks of training. - Drug test results for Canadian Tournament Combat 50 have come back, and all fighters tested clean. - The CTC announce that Kurt Southern has been cut from the roster following three straight losses. He leaves the CTC with a promotional record of 0-3, including a TKO loss to Koji Takeda at Canadian Tournament Combat 8, a Unanimous Decision loss to Kajan Johnson at Canadian Tournament Combat 22, and a Unanimous Decision loss to Jason Saggo at Canadian Tournament Combat 51. - The CTC announce that Oscar Sosa has been cut from the roster following three straight losses. He leaves the CTC with a promotional record of 0-3, including a knock out loss to James Bochnovic at Canadian Tournament Combat 7, a TKO loss to Cory Hendricks at Canadian Tournament Combat 21, and a TKO loss to Steven Warby at Canadian Tournament Combat 51. - Zoila Frausto announces that she will forgo a retirement fight, and retire effective immediately. She retires with a professional record 16-7, with a 2-1 record in CTC, including a Unanimous Decision loss to Cornelia Holm at Canadian Tournament Combat 2, a TKO victory over Rachael Swatez at Canadian Tourament Combat 16, and a submission victory over Sheila Gaff at Canadian Tournament Combat 30. - The curse of signing with the CTC continues, as immediately after signing with the CTC, Tim Elliott tests positive for PEDs after his fight with Alex Perez at UFC 261, and will begin his CTC career by serving a 1 year drug suspension. - The EFC have closed their Bantamweight Division due to a lack of available fighters. - The KOTC have closed their Junior Flyweight Division due to a lack of available fighters. - OKTAGON have closed their Light Heavyweight Division due to a lack of available fighters. - Jungle Fight have closed their Featherweight Division due to a lack of available fighters. 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Bantamweight Title Title Result: David Lee Won The Vacant CWFC Featherweight Title Fight of the Night: Jack Cartwright vs. Brent Crawley KO of the Night: Daniel Crawford (vs. Ronnie Mann) Submission of the Night: Kamil Selwa (vs. Niall Smith) Performance Bonus: Karl Donaldson vs. Aaron Khalid UFC 262: Ferreira vs. Gaethje (Saturday, Week 3, December 2021) <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/ce9b5e5f-4bf9-4e6a-a13f-10c2c191a9d8" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="UFC_262_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" data-src="https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg29/Overbay17/UFC_262_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a> <a href="https://app.photobucket.com/u/Overbay17/a/a9db877e-2c57-4579-ac45-b2ae743dbcaa/p/9244cbdc-6fda-4d2b-abe8-2ac6e42f2fe4" rel="external nofollow"><img alt="UFC_262_Prelim_Results.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds" 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Padamichi Ippitsusai (vs. Iemitsu Shimada) Submission of the Night: Juichi Sugitani (vs. Gengyu Hyata) Predictions vladjarca: 12/14 (86%) Tournament Total: 150/263 (57%) rodrigoviolim: 6/14 (43%) Tournament Total: 125/211 (59%) Majster_93: 65/92 (71%)

vladjarca · February 21, 2021

Those were some good, good picks <img alt="

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rodrigoviolim · February 21, 2021

Yunusilau vs. McKee the fight lasted 60 min, my god !!! :eek::eek:

The defeats, mainly, of McKee who was WR # 2 and of the Korean Zombie were the big surprises of the card.

CageRage · February 21, 2021

Those were some good, good picks

Yep, your starting to close the gap on rodrigo in the prediction rankings!

Yunusilau vs. McKee the fight lasted 60 min, my god !!! :eek::eek:

Yeah, Yunusilau never made any concerted effort to finish the fight, but his massive cardio, and high pressure wrestling didn't let McKee get much off. I predict many 60 minute title fights in the Featherweight Division until Yunusilau is unseated.

The defeats, mainly, of McKee who was WR # 2 and of the Korean Zombie were the big surprises of the card.

I was really hoping McKee would win, and The Korean Zombie has definately disappointed in the CTC thusfar, losing to Tukhugov, and now Majima, could he be on the verge of fighting for his job?

CageRage · February 21, 2021

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Friday, Week 4, December 2021

MAIN EVENT

Womens Heavyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Gina Carano (9-2, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #11, Favorite: -530) vs. Moriel "The Mo-chine" Charneski (6-7, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #23, Underdog: +420)

Gina Carano is a kick boxer, with decent boxing, and a powerful, and unorthodox kicking game. She can defend takedowns, but isn't great on the ground. She submitted Alexis Dufresne in the opening round, then knocked out Latoya Walker in the Championship Second Round, before losing by TKO to Leah Letson in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Moriel Charneski is a Taekwondo striker with powerful head kicks, and good leg kicks. She also has good takedowns, and can work for submissions on the ground, especially from the bottom of guard. She is a late replacement in the tournament, and is coming off a third round knock out victory over Brittney Elkin that won her the Invicta Featherweight Title.

CO-MAIN EVENT

CTC Flyweight Title Bout: Malcolm "X" Gordon (16-4, 4-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Underdog: +150) vs. Bruno "Macaco" Azevedo (20-2, 4-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #21, Favorite: -200)

Malcolm Gordon will compete for the Flyweight Title in front of his hometown crowd in Calgary! A skillful striker, though he lacks power, he can keep the fight on the feet, but loves to take fights to the ground, where he can control the fight from on top, and look for submissions. He submitted Sylvester Chipfumbu in the opening round, then submitted Rambaa Somdet in the Championship Second Round, submitted Rodrigo Lima in the Championship Quarter-Finals, and submitted Tagir Ulanbekov in the Championship Semi-Finals. Bruno Azevedo is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu ace, he has a mediocre striking game, but will look to take the fight to the ground, where he can control from anywhere, tie opponents in knots with strong positional Jiu-Jitsu, before locking on one of a wide array of submission holds. He submitted Makoto Takahashi in the opening round, then submitted Justin Scoggins in the Championship Second Round, then submitted Alptekin Ozkilic in the Championship Quarter-Finals, and submitted Ronaldo Candido in the Championship Semi-Finals.

MAIN CARD

CTC Womens Heavyweight Title Bout: Felicia "FeeNom" Spencer (11-2, 3-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -930) vs. Revelina "Nana" Berto (7-1, 4-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #18, Underdog: +740)

Felicia Spencer is a high level Jiu-Jitsu player, who has decent striking, but prefers to get the fight to the ground, where she can control from anywhere, and look for submissions, especially her deadly rear naked choke. She won a Unanimous Decision in her CTC debut against Julia Budd, then entered the Grand Prix as a replacement for the retired Cris Cyborg, submitting Janay Harding in the Championship Quarter-Finals, and winning a Unanimous Decision over Larissa Pacheco in the Championship Semi-Finals. Revelina Berto is a strong striker, lacking in technique, but with one-punch knock out power, she prefers however to get the fight to the ground, where she can work her strong submission game. She won a Unanimous Decision over Reina Miura in the opening round, then submitted Iony Razafiarison in the Championship Second Round, then won by TKO over Marloes Coenen in the Championship Quarter-Finals, and won a Unanimous Decision over Leah Letson in the Championship Semi-Finals.

Flyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Demetrious "Mighty Mouse" Johnson (31-4-1, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Favorite: -1200) vs. Rodrigo "Ratinho" Lima (13-5, 2-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +950)

The random draw hands Mighty Mouse a chance to revenge his CTC debut loss! Demetrious Johnson is one of the quickest fighters out there, with excellent hand speed and takedowns. He has good striking, but lacks power, and can get the fight to the ground, where he can strike, or work a strong submission game. He entered the Grand Prix as a late replacement for Kyoji Horiguchi, who went on hiatus, and lost by TKO to Rodrigo Lima in the Championship Second Round, then won by TKO (Cut) over Frank Baca in the #1 Contender Second Round, and won by TKO over Terrence Mitchell in the #1 Contender Third Round. Rodrigo Lima has sloppy stand-up but has some power, and he has a good guard game, and decent scrambling. He is a BJJ Brown Belt with a strong submission game. Lima gets the chance to prove his previous victory wasn't a fluke! He won by TKO over Kai Kara-France in the opening round, then lost by TKO to Kyoji Horiguchi in the Championship Second Round, when he got his second chance after Horiguchi's retirement he took full advantage, winning by TKO over Demetrious Johnson in the Championship Second Round, before losing by submission to Malcolm Gordon in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

Womens Heavyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: "Rocky" Raquel Pennington (13-10, 2-2 CTC, CTC Rank: #8, Favorite: -190) vs. Alexis "Sneaky Zebra" Dufresne (9-4, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #9, Underdog: +150)

Raquel Pennington is a good boxer, with heavy hands, but her real strength is her wrestling, that she will use to get fights to the ground, where she can rain down ground and pound from on top. She won a Unanimous Decision over Julia Budd in the opening round, then lost by TKO to Janay Harding in the Championship Second Round, then lost by TKO against Daria Ibragimov in the #1 Contender Second Round, she was allowed back in when the CTC could not hire enough fighters in the weight class to refill the bracket after a slew of retirements, and won by TKO over Reina Miura in the #1 Contender Third Round. Alexis Dufresne is a former BJJ World Champion, who has some decent leg kicks, but would rather fight on the ground, where she can control from anywhere, while looking for submissions. She was submitted by Gina Carano in the opening round, then submitted Olivia Parker in the #1 Contender First Round, submitted Zarah Fairn Dos Santos in the #1 Contender Second Round, and submitted Izabela Badurek in the #1 Contender Third Round.

Flyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: "The Angel of Death" Damacio Page (22-11, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #23, Underdog: -130) vs. Naoki Inoue (16-3, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -140)

Damacio Page is a hard-hitting kick boxer with an NCAA pedigree in wrestling. He is known for being very aggressive, smart and versatile in his fights. He still needs to improve his ground game. He submitted Yoni Sherbatov in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Joseph Morales in the Championship Second Round, before losing a Unanimous Decision to Tagir Ulanbekov in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Naoki Inoue is a Karate striker, with skilled technical boxing, and a powerful, and unorthodox kicking game, he is well cross-trained, and is dangerous on the ground as well, able to utilize ground and pound, or submissions. He won by TKO over Matheus Nicolau in the opening round, then knocked out Seiichiro Ito in the Championship Second Round, before losing a Unanimous Decision to Ronaldo Candido in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

Flyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Ben "10" Nguyen (20-10, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #5, Underdog: +140) vs. Eric "Showtime" Shelton (15-6, 1-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #6, Favorite: -180)

Ben Nguyen has crisp, powerful boxing, and good footwork. He can defend takedowns, and submissions, and can hunt for submission out of his active guard. He won by TKO over Jarred Brooks in the opening round, then was submitted by Ronaldo Candido in the Championship Second Round, he submitted Justin Scoggins in the #1 Contender Second Round, then won by TKO over Joseph Morales in the #1 Contender Third Round. Eric Shelton is a good technical boxer, with devastatingly powerful kicks, but loves to shoot takedowns, and hunt for submissions on the ground. He entered the Grand Prix as a late replacement and won by TKO over Raulian Paiva in the #1 Contender Third Round.

Womens Heavyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Janay "Hollowpoint" Harding (7-6, 2-2 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Favorite: -580) vs. Brittney Elkin (5-6, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Underdog: +460)

Janay Harding is a Muay Thai striker, with power in her hands, and a decent clinch game, and good takedown defence. She knocked out Jessica Miele in the opening round, then won by TKO over Raquel Pennington in the Championship Second Round, she was submitted by Cris Cyborg in the Championship Quarter-Finals, and then when she got her second chance after Cyborg retired, was submitted by Felicia Spencer in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Brittney Elkin is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu player, and former Invicta Featherweight Champion. She has powerful low kicks, but not much else in her striking arsenal, and likes to take opponents down as soon as possible, where she can work her submission game. She is entering the Grand Prix as a late replacement, and is coming off a third round knock out loss to Moriel Charneski, where she lost her Invicta Featherweight Title.

Flyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: "The Turkish Delight" Alptekin Ozkilic (11-6, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +150) vs. Makoto "Shinryu" Takahashi (14-2-1, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -200)

Alptekin Ozkilic doesn't have much of a striking game, but has good footwork, he likes to get fights to the ground, where he can grind out results from smothering top control. He won a Unanimous Decision over Azamat Pshukov in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Raulian Paiva in the Championship Second Round, before being submitted by Bruno Azevedo in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Makoto Takahashi isn't much of a striker, but has strong wrestling and takedowns, and likes to control from on top, while unleashing his devastating submission game. This guy could definately be an up and comer at 125. He was submitted by Bruno Azevedo in the opening round, then won by TKO over Sylvester Chipfumbu in the #1 Contender First Round, then won by TKO over Roberto Sanchez in the #1 Contender Second Round, then won a Split Decision over Sam Creasey in the #1 Contender Third Round.

Womens Heavyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: "Big Bad" Olga Rubin (9-3, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Underdog: +150) vs. Sinead "KO" Kavanagh (10-5, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #6, Favorite: -150)

Olga Rubin has power in her hands, and loves to strike, she can defend takedowns, and has some ability to defend on the ground, she can control from on top, and use ground and pound. She was knocked out by Kaitlin Young in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Julia Budd in the #1 Contender First Round, won by TKO (Cut) over Latoya Walker in the #1 Contender Second Round, and won by TKO over Daria Ibragimova in the #1 Contender Third Round. Sinead Kavanagh is a five-time Irish boxing champion, and competed in Qualifiers for the 2012 Olympics. She has crisp, powerful boxing, and good footwork, she can defend takedowns, and is very difficult to submit on the ground. She lost a Unanimous Decision to Iony Razafiarison in the opening round, then won Unanimous Decisions over Amanda Bell in the #1 Contender First Round, Auttumn Norton in the #1 Contender Second Round, and Megan Anderson in the #1 Contender Third Round.

PRELIMINARY CARD

Featherweight Bout: Jay "The Maori Kid" Jay WIlson (9-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -280) vs. Charles "Air" Jourdain (12-5-1, 2-2 CTC, CTC Rank: #25, Underdog: +220)

Jay Jay Wilson is one of the top up and comers at 145 lbs, and his striking game could use some improvement, but he likes to get the fight to the ground right away, where he can control from on top and work his devastating submission game. He is undefeated in 9 professional bouts, and is coming off a second round submission win over Emmanuel Sanchez in Bellator. Charles Jourdain loves to strike, with a crisp, powerful boxing game, and powerful head kicks, he has good takedown, and submission defence. He is coming off a TKO loss to Chad Mendes in his last fight.

Heavyweight Bout: Luc Ngeleka (5-3, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -230) vs. Nills "Caveman" van Noord (17-11-2, 0-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +180)

Luc Negeleka is a Muay Thai striker, who, while he lacks technique in his striking, has power in all his strikes. He also has good takedowns, and can work ground and pound, or a deadly submission game from the bottom of his guard. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Michal Piwowarski in OKTAGON. Nills van Noord is a kick boxer, with power in his strikes, decent stand-up grappling, and excellent takedown defence. He is coming off a submission loss to Marcus Vanttinen in his last fight.

Womens Strawweight Bout: Ritu Phogat (3-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -740) vs. Melissa "Super Melly" Martinez (7-2, 0-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +590)

Ritu Phogat is a dominating wrestler, who took Gold at the 2016 Commonwealth Wrestling Championship, and was expected by most to represent India at the 2020 Olympics, but she shocked the world by turning to MMA instead. She has some decent technical boxing, but prefers to use her overpowering wrestling to get fights to the ground, where she is still working on perfecting her attacking weapons. She is coming off her first career loss, a second round TKO loss to Kseniya Lachkova in ONE Championship. Melissa Martinez is a Muay Thai striker, with a skilled boxing game, and good kicking game. She also has strong stand-up wrestling, but has little defence against takedowns or submissions. She is coming off a submission loss to Shizuka Sugiyama in her last fight.

Middleweight Bout: Bartlomiej "Clark Kent" Gladkowicz (5-2, 0-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favoirte: -660) vs. Chidi "Chidi Bang Bang" Njokuani (20-10-1NC, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +520)

Bartlomiej Gladkowicz is an unorthodox striker, with a skillful boxing game, who likes to get fights to the ground, where he can work towards his deadly rear naked choke submissions. He is coming off a knock out loss to Adam Hunter in his last fight. Chidi Njokuani is a Muay Thai striker, with a technical striking game that lacks power, though he has good work from the Thai clinch. He can defend takedowns, but has no defence once the fight is on the ground. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Clinton Williams in the LFA.

Weigh-In Results

Gina Carano (154 lbs) vs. Moriel Charneski (155 lbs)

Malcolm Gordon (125 lbs) vs. Bruno Azevedo (125 lbs)

Felicia Spencer (155 lbs) vs. Revelina Berto (155 lbs)

Demetrious Johnson (125 lbs) vs. Rodrigo Lima (155 lbs)

Raquel Pennington (145 lbs) vs. Alexis Dufresne (149 lbs)

Damacio Page (125 lbs) vs. Naoki Inoue (125 lbs)

Ben Nguyen (125 lbs) vs. Eric Shelton (125 lbs)

Janay Harding (145 lbs) vs. Brittney Elkin (155 lbs)

Alptekin Ozkilic (125 lbs) vs. Makoto Takahashi (125 lbs)

Olga Rubin (160 lbs) vs. Sinead Kavanagh (148 lbs)

Jay Jay Wilson (145 lbs) vs. Charles Jourdain (145 lbs)

Luc Negeleka (253 lbs) vs. Nills van Noord (234 lbs)

Ritu Phogat (115 lbs) vs. Melissa Martinez (115 lbs)

Bartlomiej Gladkowicz (185 lbs) vs. Chidi Njokuani (185 lbs)

TOURNAMENT DRAW

Canadian Tournament Combat 52 Full Fight Card

WHW #1: Gina Carano vs. Moriel Charneski

FLY Title: Malcolm Gordon vs. Bruno Azevedo

WHW Title: Felicia Spencer vs. Revelina Berto

FLY #1: Demetrious Johnson vs. Rodrigo Lima

WHW #1: Raquel Pennington vs. Alexis Dufresne

FLY #1: Damacio Page vs. Naoki Inoue

FLY #1: Ben Nguyen vs. Eric Shelton

WHW #1: Janay Harding vs. Brittney Elkin

FLY #1: Alptekin Ozkilic vs. Makoto Takahashi

WHW #1: Olga Rubin vs. Sinead Kavanagh

FW: Jay Jay Wilson vs. Charles Jourdain

HW: Luc Ngeleka vs. Nills van Noord

WSW: Ritu Phogat vs. Melissa Martinez

MW: Bartlomiej Gladkowicz vs. Chidi Njokuani

vladjarca · February 22, 2021

WHW #1: Gina Carano vs. Moriel Charneski

FLY Title: Malcolm Gordon vs. Bruno Azevedo

WHW Title: Felicia Spencer vs. Revelina Berto

FLY #1: Demetrious Johnson vs. Rodrigo Lima

WHW #1: Raquel Pennington vs. Alexis Dufresne

FLY #1: Damacio Page vs. Naoki Inoue

FLY #1: Ben Nguyen vs. Eric Shelton

WHW #1: Janay Harding vs. Brittney Elkin

FLY #1: Alptekin Ozkilic vs. Makoto Takahashi

WHW #1: Olga Rubin vs. Sinead Kavanagh

FW: Jay Jay Wilson vs. Charles Jourdain

HW: Luc Ngeleka vs. Nills van Noord

WSW: Ritu Phogat vs. Melissa Martinez

MW: Bartlomiej Gladkowicz vs. Chidi Njokuani

CageRage · February 23, 2021

Friday, Week 4, December 2021

Live From Calgary, Alberta

PRELIMINARY CARD

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

MIDDLEWEIGHT BOUT

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VS.

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Bartlomiej "Clark Kent" Gladkowicz (5-2, 0-2 CTC, From: Bydgosczc, Poland, Favorite: -660) vs. Chidi "Chidi Bang Bang" Njokuani (20-10-1NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Garland, Texas, Underdog: +520)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We open the prelims with Bartlomiej 'Clark Kent' Gladkowicz against Chidi 'Chidi Bang Bang' Njokuani.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Herb Dean.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Cardo Urso, Nelson Hamilton, and Marcos Rosales.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Gladkowicz looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:53) Njokuani attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 14:53) Gladkowicz fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 14:53) Njokuani fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 14:30) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 14:30) Gladkowicz is off target with a left jab but scores with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:30) Njokuani uses a pair of left jabs and also launches a stiff head kick that finds its mark!
(Rd 1 - 14:16) Gladkowicz is knocked down!
(Rd 1 - 14:16) Njokuani starts pounding away on Gladkowicz, looking to finish him off!
(Rd 1 - 14:16) Njokuani pounds away on Gladkowicz, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!
(Rd 1 - 14:16) Referee Herb Dean is forced to jump in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 13:57) By TKO, the winner is Chidi Njokuani!

Official Result: Chidi 'Chidi Bang Bang' Njokuani defeats Bartlomiej 'Clark Kent' Gladkowicz (TKO (Strikes) in 1:03 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Chidi Njokuani praises his team at Janjira Fight Team, 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. Chidi Njokuani gave a good account of himself here.

WOMENS STRAWWEIGHT BOUT

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Ritu "The Indian Tigress" Phogat (3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Balali, India, Favorite: -740) vs. Melissa "Super Melly" Martinez (7-2, 0-2 CTC, From: Mexico, Underdog: +590)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Ritu 'The Indian Tigress' Phogat fights Melissa 'Super Melly' Martinez.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Nelson Hamilton, Marcos Rosales, and Ricardo Almeida.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Phogat shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Martinez partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Phogat has a hold of the other.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Phogat uses the position to drive Martinez up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:34) With the cage trapping Martinez, Phogat looks to try and take her down by going low and taking out both legs.
(Rd 1 - 14:34) The takedown is completed, Phogat would not be denied.
(Rd 1 - 14:34) Martinez winds up seated, her back to the cage, with Phogat pressing onto her.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) Phogat starts trying to get Martinez on her back so that she can gain a better position.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) Phogat shows her ground skills and gets full mount!
(Rd 1 - 13:48) Phogat unloads with big right hands and Martinez is struggling to cope!
(Rd 1 - 13:32) Phogat unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Martinez.
(Rd 1 - 13:20) Phogat pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.
(Rd 1 - 13:01) Phogat unloads with some right hands, but Martinez deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 1 - 12:50) Phogat controls Martinez, who was trying to wriggle to half guard.
(Rd 1 - 12:34) Phogat pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 12:22) Martinez tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Phogat.
(Rd 1 - 12:03) Phogat pounds away on Martinez, landing a few clean shots but not many.
(Rd 1 - 11:45) Phogat pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 11:25) Martinez tries to move Phogat out of mount but can't.
(Rd 1 - 11:05) Phogat pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 10:51) Phogat blocks the attempt to push off the cage.
(Rd 1 - 10:40) Phogat fires away with punches, but Martinez doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 1 - 10:22) Martinez tries to get to half guard but can't.
(Rd 1 - 10:09) Phogat pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Phogat pounds away, but Martinez isn't troubled by the strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) Phogat counters an attempt by Martinez to move her from mount by taking her back!
(Rd 1 - 09:21) Phogat tries to pound on Martinez, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 09:10) Martinez tries to move Phogat off her back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 08:45) Phogat increases her control by applying a body triangle.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Phogat, with the body triangle, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Phogat has Martinez flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 08:06) By submission, the winner is Ritu Phogat!

Official Result: Ritu 'The Indian Tigress' Phogat defeats Melissa 'Super Melly' Martinez (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:54 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Ritu Phogat thanks everyone connected to Evolve MMA for helping her prepare for this fight, then her sponsors for supporting her financially. She says that she is very happy to have won on her CTC debut and that she's very happy here.

HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT

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Luc Ngeleka (5-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Bern, Switzerland, Favorite: -230) vs. Nills "Caveman" van Noord (17-11-2, 0-2 CTC, From: Amsterdam, Netherlands, Underdog: +180)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which Luc Ngeleka takes on Nills 'Caveman' van Noord.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Herb Dean.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Marcos Rosales, Ricardo Almeida, and Sal D'Amato.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 14:46) Ngeleka looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but van Noord simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 14:46) van Noord throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 14:28) van Noord lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 14:04) Ngeleka hits a tentative left hand.
(Rd 1 - 14:04) van Noord throws some strikes and a right head kick, but Ngeleka defended them all.
(Rd 1 - 13:40) There's a takedown attempt from Ngeleka.
(Rd 1 - 13:40) Ngeleka gets the takedown! van Noord pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 13:27) Ngeleka peppers van Noord with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.
(Rd 1 - 13:16) van Noord pulls Ngeleka close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head.
(Rd 1 - 13:01) Ngeleka keeps van Noord guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 12:42) Ngeleka doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest.
(Rd 1 - 12:24) van Noord uses an underhook as the basis to work his way up to a standing position.
(Rd 1 - 12:24) The end result is that both fighters are standing, grappling in a tight clinch.
(Rd 1 - 12:05) With control of the clinch, van Noord tries to complete a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 12:05) It doesn't work, Ngeleka defended against it well.
(Rd 1 - 11:53) van Noord attempts to wrestle Ngeleka to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 11:53) The takedown is completed, Ngeleka is on his back and pulls half guard.
(Rd 1 - 11:37) van Noord attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.
(Rd 1 - 11:37) Ngeleka fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.
(Rd 1 - 11:25) van Noord mistakenly leaves his back exposed and Ngeleka seizes the chance to take it!
(Rd 1 - 11:07) Ngeleka pounds away, van Noord is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!
(Rd 1 - 10:49) Ngeleka unloads with big right hands and van Noord is struggling to cope!
(Rd 1 - 10:49) van Noord has had enough, he taps out to prevent any more strikes landing!
(Rd 1 - 10:49) The winner, by submission to strikes, is Luc Ngeleka!

Official Result: Luc Ngeleka defeats Nills 'Caveman' van Noord (Submission (Strikes) in 4:11 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Luc Ngeleka thanks everyone connected with Bastion Tychy for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Luc Ngeleka celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

FEATHERWEIGHT BOUT

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Jay "The Maori Kid" Jay Wilson (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Auckland, New Zealand, Favorite: -280) vs. Charles "Air" Jourdain (12-5-1, 2-2 CTC, From: Montreal, Quebec, Underdog: +220)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Jay 'The Maori Kid' Jay Wilson takes on Charles 'Air' Jourdain in the CTC Featherweight division.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Marcos Rosales, Ricardo Almeida, and Sal D'Amato.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:54) Jourdain connects with a nice jab and then catches Wilson with a crunching left hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:41) Jourdain closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:41) Jourdain connects with a jab, but Wilson avoids the low kick that it set up.
(Rd 1 - 14:16) Jourdain lands a jab and then catches Wilson with a crunching left hook.
(Rd 1 - 13:52) Jourdain throws a punch but Wilson was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 13:47) Wilson takes the chance and shoots on Jourdain.
(Rd 1 - 13:40) Jourdain stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.
(Rd 1 - 13:16) Jourdain hits a right jab and then hits a nice straight left.
(Rd 1 - 12:53) Wilson, backing off, hits a weak right hand.
(Rd 1 - 12:53) A jab hits home from Jourdain and then he lands a vicious left cross!
(Rd 1 - 12:53) Wilson wobbles, then falls!
(Rd 1 - 12:46) Jourdain moves in quickly, kneeling beside Wilson and starting to hammer down with punches!
(Rd 1 - 12:46) Jourdain unloads with big left hands and Wilson is struggling to cope!
(Rd 1 - 12:32) Jourdain pounds away, but Wilson isn't troubled by the strikes.
(Rd 1 - 12:13) Wilson tries to pull guard on Jourdain but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 11:55) Jourdain tries to pound on Wilson, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 11:37) Wilson struggles and gets half guard.
(Rd 1 - 11:19) Jourdain attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.
(Rd 1 - 11:19) Wilson allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.
(Rd 1 - 11:04) Wilson ends up in half guard.
(Rd 1 - 10:53) Wilson fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 10:23) Jourdain tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Wilson.
(Rd 1 - 09:54) In half guard, Wilson catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Wilson looks to get past the half guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Wilson isn't able to pass from half guard thanks to the tenacious defence of Jourdain.
(Rd 1 - 08:45) Jourdain tries to sweep Wilson but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 08:33) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 08:21) Jourdain throws a punch but Wilson avoids it.
(Rd 1 - 08:16) Wilson takes the chance and shoots on Jourdain.
(Rd 1 - 08:10) A great sprawl from Jourdain prevents the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 07:46) A punch from Jourdain fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 07:30) We go past the halfway point of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:30) Wilson lands a weak, tentative jab.
(Rd 1 - 07:30) Jourdain throws a punch but Wilson was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 07:12) Jourdain moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.
(Rd 1 - 07:12) A defensive jab hits from Wilson.
(Rd 1 - 07:12) Jourdain throws a punch but Wilson avoids it.
(Rd 1 - 06:57) Jourdain throws a punch but Wilson was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 06:53) Wilson quickly shoots on Jourdain.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) Jourdain stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.
(Rd 1 - 06:24) Jourdain closes in on Wilson, looking to unleash some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:24) Wilson lands a weak, tentative jab.
(Rd 1 - 06:24) Jourdain throws a punch but Wilson was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 06:15) Jourdain throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 06:11) Seizing the opportunity, Wilson clinches.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) Wilson looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) An outside leg trip sweeps Jourdain down to the ground where he is left on his back under side control!
(Rd 1 - 05:51) Looking to catch his breath, Wilson is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 05:26) Jourdain tries to move to guard, but Wilson doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 05:09) Wilson attempts an arm triangle.
(Rd 1 - 05:09) Jourdain defends himself well and is in no danger.
(Rd 1 - 04:37) Jourdain tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 04:18) Wilson throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 03:50) Wilson blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:37) Wilson tries to ensnare Jourdain in an arm triangle.
(Rd 1 - 03:37) Jourdain doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 03:12) Jourdain tries to pull guard on Wilson but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 02:54) Wilson tries to get into the mount position.
(Rd 1 - 02:54) Jourdain rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.
(Rd 1 - 02:16) Wilson tries to put Jourdain in a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 02:16) Jourdain fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
(Rd 1 - 01:57) Jourdain tries to move Wilson off his back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 01:37) Jourdain finds himself in major trouble, as Wilson applies a tight body triangle.
(Rd 1 - 01:21) With the body triangle on tight, Wilson tries to flatten Jourdain out for the rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 01:21) Jourdain gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!
(Rd 1 - 00:54) Jay Jay Wilson takes the victory by way of submission!

Official Result: Jay 'The Maori Kid' Jay Wilson defeats Charles 'Air' Jourdain (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 14:06 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Jay Jay Wilson gives a name-check to everyone at Australian Top Team, 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 here.

MAIN CARD

Broadcast Live On Tournament TV Around The World

Broadcast Team: Mauro Ranallo, Patrick Cote, Jessica Rakoczy

WOMENS HEAVYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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"Big Bad" Olga Rubin (9-3, 3-1 CTC, From: Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, Underdog: +150) vs. Sinead "KO" Kavanagh (10-5, 3-1 CTC, From: Dublin, Ireland, Favorite: -150)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The main card opens with 'Big Bad' Olga Rubin facing Sinead 'KO' Kavanagh.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Herb Dean.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Cardo Urso, Nelson Hamilton, and Marcos Rosales.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 14:45) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Rubin misses a left hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 14:27) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 14:27) Kavanagh counters a left hand with two jabs that are followed by a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 14:02) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 14:02) Rubin misses with a big left hand, allowing Kavanagh to counter with a quick left jab and a leg kick that misses.
(Rd 1 - 13:38) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 13:38) Rubin misses a left cross that leaves her open to the counter. Kavanagh attacks with quick jabs that are followed by a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 13:16) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 13:16) Rubin misses a left cross that leaves her open to the counter. Kavanagh attacks with a pair of jabs that are followed by a left hook to the side of the body.
(Rd 1 - 12:58) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:58) Kavanagh is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand blocked.
(Rd 1 - 12:58) Rubin can't catch Kavanagh, whose good head movement allows her to slip away from a two punch combination.
(Rd 1 - 12:42) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 12:42) Rubin misses a left hook and gets countered with a brace of jabs that are followed by a great right hook.
(Rd 1 - 12:16) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:16) Rubin misses a left hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a left hook to the side of the body.
(Rd 1 - 11:53) Kavanagh had looked like she was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 11:53) Rubin can't connect with a jab, but then hits Kavanagh with a beauty of a straight left.
(Rd 1 - 11:38) Rubin comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 11:38) Kavanagh hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 11:38) Rubin throws a two-punch combo but Kavanagh avoids both.
(Rd 1 - 11:21) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 1 - 10:59) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 10:59) Kavanagh lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 10:59) Rubin doesn't connect with a right jab but scores with a great left hook.
(Rd 1 - 10:42) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 10:42) Rubin hits a right jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 10:42) Showing great boxing, Kavanagh lands a three strike combination that ends with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 10:28) Retreating, Rubin looks punch-drunk...she may be in big trouble!
(Rd 1 - 10:28) Kavanagh tries to finish her off with a huge right hook, but just misses.
(Rd 1 - 10:09) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 10:09) Rubin lands a right jab but has a left hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 10:09) Kavanagh hits a jab and also hits a left hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Rubin uses a right jab but fails to land a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Kavanagh hits a good right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Rubin misses a big left hand, putting her off balance and allowing Kavanagh to attack with two jabs that are followed by a left hook to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Rubin is not able to compete with Kavanagh in a striking battle, she is getting badly out-struck.
(Rd 1 - 09:18) Rubin is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) Kavanagh slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a clean right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:55) Kavanagh is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 1 - 08:40) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:40) Rubin scores with a jab but can't get a kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 08:40) Kavanagh lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 08:14) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:14) Kavanagh hits a left jab but misses with a right hook to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 08:14) Rubin misses with a right jab but hits a good left hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:53) There's a takedown attempt from Kavanagh.
(Rd 1 - 07:53) Kavanagh couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Rubin hops in place on the other.
(Rd 1 - 07:53) Unable to complete the takedown, Kavanagh instead pushes Rubin up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:36) Kavanagh exerts total control, keeping Rubin smothered against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:36) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 06:39) Kavanagh drops down and wraps her arms around her opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.
(Rd 1 - 06:39) Kavanagh can't get Rubin down to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 06:20) With the cage trapping Rubin, Kavanagh looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.
(Rd 1 - 06:20) Rubin blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.
(Rd 1 - 06:05) Kavanagh drops down and wraps her arms around her opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.
(Rd 1 - 06:05) It doesn't work, Rubin defended against it well.
(Rd 1 - 05:46) With Rubin stuck against the cage, Kavanagh tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 1 - 05:46) It doesn't work, Rubin defended against it well.
(Rd 1 - 05:46) Rubin remains trapped against the cage though, and can't seem to get free.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) Kavanagh drops down and wraps her arms around her opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) Kavanagh doesn't get it, Rubin blocked any attempt to move her.
(Rd 1 - 05:20) Kavanagh goes low and comes up holding a single leg, leaving Rubin hopping and in danger of getting taken down.
(Rd 1 - 05:20) Kavanagh cannot get a takedown though, Rubin blocked it and manages to pull her back into a clinch against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) Rubin takes a sharp stomp to the foot.
(Rd 1 - 04:51) Rubin is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) Kavanagh doesn't look like she has much left in the tank.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) Kavanagh tries to maintain control, but Rubin wrestles her way out of trouble and circles back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 04:18) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 04:18) Kavanagh misses a right cross that leaves her open to the counter. Rubin attacks with a jab and a left hand that narrowly fails to connect.
(Rd 1 - 04:08) Kavanagh, who looks out of breath, clinches up.
(Rd 1 - 04:08) Rubin looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 04:08) Rubin can't get the takedown as Kavanagh wrestles her way into a dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 03:41) Kavanagh tries to lock her legs around the waist of Rubin, wanting to pull her down to the floor.
(Rd 1 - 03:41) The attempt doesn't work, Rubin blocked it and takes control of the clinch as a result.
(Rd 1 - 03:23) Rubin looks to sweep a leg out from under Kavanagh so as to take her down with a trip.
(Rd 1 - 03:23) An outside leg trip sweeps Kavanagh down to the ground where she is left on her back under side control!
(Rd 1 - 03:03) Rubin fires off a few punches as she catches her breath.
(Rd 1 - 02:34) Rubin fires off a few punches as she catches her breath.
(Rd 1 - 02:09) Kavanagh tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 01:53) Rubin throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that she can catch her breath.
(Rd 1 - 01:23) Rubin unloads with some left hands, but Kavanagh deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 1 - 01:07) Kavanagh tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 00:47) Rubin fires away with punches, but Kavanagh doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:30) Rubin blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:19) With no progress being made, referee Herb Dean stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 00:07) A jab is wide from Rubin, but then she scores with a left cross.
(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 Kavanagh.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Making Sinead 'KO' Kavanagh the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Sinead 'KO' Kavanagh defeats 'Big Bad' Olga Rubin (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Sinead Kavanagh praises her team at SBG Ireland, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. Showing respect, Sinead Kavanagh praises Rubin for her skill and toughness.

FLYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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"The Turkish Delight" Alptekin Ozkilic (11-6, 2-1 CTC, From: St. Charles, Missouri, Underdog: +150) vs. Makoto "Shinryu" Takahashi (14-2-1, 3-1 CTC, From: Miyagi, Japan, Favorite: -200)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, 'The Turkish Delight' Alptekin Ozkilic battles Makoto 'Shinryu' Takahashi.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Sal D'Amato, and Cardo Urso.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:55) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 14:55) Takahashi lands a left hook. Ozkilic hits a jab but doesn't connect with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:32) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 14:32) Ozkilic lands a one-two. Takahashi hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 14:11) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:11) Takahashi hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:11) Ozkilic lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 13:44) Ozkilic comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 13:44) Takahashi fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 13:44) Ozkilic throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 13:22) Takahashi aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.
(Rd 1 - 13:22) A jab hits home from Ozkilic and then he catches Takahashi with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 13:05) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 12:56) Ozkilic glances at his corner and gets a thumbs up in response.
(Rd 1 - 12:41) Ozkilic comes forward on the attack.
(Rd 1 - 12:41) Takahashi manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 12:41) A jab is wide from Ozkilic, but then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 12:16) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 12:16) Ozkilic slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a leg kick that misses.
(Rd 1 - 11:52) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 11:52) Ozkilic misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Takahashi comes in with a pair of jabs that are followed by a solid right hand.
(Rd 1 - 11:30) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 11:30) Ozkilic counters a right hand with a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 11:15) Takahashi uses a left jab while backing away.
(Rd 1 - 11:15) Ozkilic connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 11:01) Ozkilic attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 11:01) Takahashi lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 11:01) Ozkilic can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 10:44) Ozkilic comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 10:44) Takahashi fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 10:44) Ozkilic can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Takahashi with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 10:27) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.
(Rd 1 - 09:58) Ozkilic comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 09:58) Takahashi hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 09:58) Ozkilic throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 09:45) Ozkilic moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.
(Rd 1 - 09:45) Ozkilic throws a one-two, but Takahashi was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Takahashi uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand to the body.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Ozkilic lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Takahashi.
(Rd 1 - 09:16) For the first time, Ozkilic is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 1 - 09:05) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:05) Takahashi dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a good right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:45) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:45) Ozkilic connects with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:45) Takahashi hits a pair of jabs but can't get a kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 08:23) Ozkilic forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:23) Takahashi hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 08:23) A jab is wide from Ozkilic, but then he hits Takahashi with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:05) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:05) Ozkilic uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 08:05) Takahashi is off target with a left jab but hits a good right hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Ozkilic forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Takahashi fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Ozkilic uses a left jab but Takahashi evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 07:36) Ozkilic comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 07:36) Takahashi fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 07:36) Ozkilic throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 07:29) We go past the halfway point of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:16) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:16) Takahashi scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:16) Ozkilic lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 06:55) Takahashi steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 06:55) Ozkilic manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 06:55) Takahashi hits a couple of minor left hands, but then can't connect with a head kick.
(Rd 1 - 06:28) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Takahashi, but Ozkilic was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 06:28) Ozkilic fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Takahashi with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 06:23) Takahashi studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.
(Rd 1 - 06:10) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 05:36) Showing great speed, Takahashi shoots in on Ozkilic.
(Rd 1 - 05:36) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Ozkilic pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:28) Takahashi unloads with some right hands, but Ozkilic deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 1 - 05:13) Ozkilic tries to catch Takahashi with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 04:59) Takahashi pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) Takahashi leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Ozkilic.
(Rd 1 - 04:35) Takahashi fires off some rights, but Ozkilic isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 04:15) Ozkilic throws out some punches, but Takahashi leans back to avoid them.
(Rd 1 - 04:01) Takahashi throws a few right hands to the body.
(Rd 1 - 03:41) Ozkilic tries to catch Takahashi with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 03:27) Takahashi fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 03:03) Ozkilic throws out some punches, but Takahashi leans back to avoid them.
(Rd 1 - 02:44) The lack of progress forces referee Marc Goddard to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) With Takahashi bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) 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 - 02:37) 'The Turkish Delight' Alptekin Ozkilic takes the win by TKO due to a cut!

Official Result: 'The Turkish Delight' Alptekin Ozkilic defeats Makoto 'Shinryu' Takahashi (TKO (Cut) in 12:23 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Alptekin Ozkilic thanks everyone connected to Saint Charles MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He praises Takahashi for a tough fight.

WOMENS HEAVYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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Janay "Hollowpoint" Harding (7-6, 2-2 CTC, From: Gold Coast, Australia, Favorite: -580) vs. Brittney Elkin (5-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Westminster, Colorado, Underdog: +460)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Janay 'Hollowpoint' Harding vs. Brittney Elkin.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our referee is Herb Dean.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Ricardo Almeida, Sal D'Amato, and Cardo Urso.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Moving forward constantly, Harding is pressuring Elkin.
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Elkin scores with two counter jabs.
(Rd 1 - 14:45) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Harding.
(Rd 1 - 14:23) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 14:23) Harding slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a kick to the body that gets parried.
(Rd 1 - 14:06) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 13:55) Harding glances at her corner and gets a few words of encouragement in response.
(Rd 1 - 13:40) Harding comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 13:40) Elkin hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:40) A jab hits home from Harding and then she scores with a right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 13:21) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 13:21) Elkin is off target with a left jab but connects cleanly with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:21) Harding nails a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 12:58) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:58) Harding feints an attack that leaves Elkin slightly off balance.
(Rd 1 - 12:58) Elkin misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Harding comes in with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 12:58) Blood is visible on Elkin, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under her eye.
(Rd 1 - 12:38) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:38) Harding hits a left jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 12:38) Elkin finds a way past her opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 1 - 12:17) Harding initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 12:17) Elkin scores with two counter jabs.
(Rd 1 - 12:17) Harding lands a left jab but Elkin evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 12:00) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 12:00) Harding scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a low kick. Elkin hits a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 11:42) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 11:42) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing.
(Rd 1 - 11:42) Harding attempts a body kick but comes up short.
(Rd 1 - 11:42) Elkin tries a high kick but is wide of the mark.
(Rd 1 - 11:25) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 11:25) Elkin misses a big right hand, putting her off balance and allowing Harding to attack with a head kick.
(Rd 1 - 11:10) Harding confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 11:10) Elkin lands a couple of weak left hands that barely registered.
(Rd 1 - 11:10) Harding connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 10:56) Harding initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 10:56) Elkin fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 10:56) Harding lands a jab and then she scores with a right to the body.
(Rd 1 - 10:37) Harding initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 10:37) Elkin lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 10:37) A jab lands from Harding but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 10:25) Harding is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 1 - 10:19) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 10:19) Harding hits a jab but has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 10:19) Elkin doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 10:02) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 10:02) Elkin misses a jab but hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 10:02) Harding nails a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:45) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 09:11) Harding stalks forward, pressuring Elkin.
(Rd 1 - 09:11) Elkin lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 09:11) Harding lands a left hand and then she hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!
(Rd 1 - 09:11) Elkin hits the mat, that shot has rocked her!
(Rd 1 - 09:01) Harding senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!
(Rd 1 - 09:01) Elkin is back to her feet too quickly though.
(Rd 1 - 08:44) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Elkin.
(Rd 1 - 08:44) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.
(Rd 1 - 08:44) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway!
(Rd 1 - 08:31) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 08:04) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 07:34) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:34) Elkin is off-target with a jab but lands a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 07:34) Harding scores with a jab and also scores with a great right hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:17) Harding comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 07:17) Elkin lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 07:17) Harding hits a left jab and then she lands a big right hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:59) Harding initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:59) Elkin tries to hit a jab, but misses.
(Rd 1 - 06:59) Harding can't hit a set-up left jab, but then she hits a vicious high right kick to the side of the head!
(Rd 1 - 06:59) Elkin is knocked down!
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Without hesitation, Harding goes to finish Elkin off with stomps and kicks!
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Incredibly, Elkin holds on and survives an arsenal of stomps and kicks!
(Rd 1 - 06:29) Elkin is allowed to stand back up, Harding simply stepped away.
(Rd 1 - 06:15) A jab is wide from Harding, but then she hits Elkin with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 06:05) Harding appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, her hands are starting to lower just a fraction.
(Rd 1 - 05:53) Harding lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 05:26) Moving forward constantly, Harding is pressuring Elkin.
(Rd 1 - 05:26) Elkin manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 05:26) Elkin is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint.
(Rd 1 - 05:26) Harding can't connect with a jab, but then she catches Elkin with a right kick to the head.
(Rd 1 - 05:09) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 05:09) Elkin blocks a leg kick and counters with a jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) Harding scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) Elkin connects with a quick head kick.
(Rd 1 - 04:43) Harding backs away...and almost falls down! I think that last strike really hurt her!
(Rd 1 - 04:43) A head kick lands hard, Harding falls to the ground and is in major trouble!
(Rd 1 - 04:28) Elkin senses victory and starts to unload with punches!
(Rd 1 - 04:28) Elkin pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Harding.
(Rd 1 - 04:14) Elkin attempts a kneebar by hooking a leg.
(Rd 1 - 04:14) Harding fights off the kneebar attempt.
(Rd 1 - 03:53) Harding is breathing very hard.
(Rd 1 - 03:53) Elkin blocks Harding as she tries a sweep from side control.
(Rd 1 - 03:41) Elkin tries to ensnare Harding in an arm triangle.
(Rd 1 - 03:41) Harding fights off the arm triangle attempt.
(Rd 1 - 03:01) Harding tries to pull guard on Elkin but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 02:41) Elkin starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.
(Rd 1 - 02:41) She does it, and has the mount on Harding.
(Rd 1 - 02:11) Elkin pounds away on Harding, landing a few glancing elbow strikes but nothing too damaging.
(Rd 1 - 02:00) Elkin drops some elbows and Harding is struggling to avoid taking a clean shot.
(Rd 1 - 01:48) Elkin fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away.
(Rd 1 - 01:33) Harding tries to get enough space to pull half guard, but Elkin doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 01:20) Elkin throws some short elbows and at least one catches Harding in the face.
(Rd 1 - 01:20) With punches raining down, Harding desperately tries to get away but only succeeds in giving up her back!
(Rd 1 - 01:06) Elkin fires away with punches, but Harding doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:52) Elkin blocks an attempt to roll her off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 00:30) Elkin attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
(Rd 1 - 00:30) Harding stops Elkin from getting her arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(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 Harding down as the winner.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Janay 'Hollowpoint' Harding!

Official Result: Janay 'Hollowpoint' Harding defeats Brittney Elkin (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Janay Harding thanks all of her sponsors for backing her and then also thanks her family, friends, and supporters. She says she has a lot of respect for Brittney Elkin and praises her toughness. Janay Harding is so photogenic that she is always marketable, even if she isn't the greatest talker in the world.

FLYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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Ben "10" Nguyen (20-10, 3-1 CTC, From: Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Underdog: +140) vs. Eric "Showtime" Shelton (15-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Galesburg, Illinois, Favorite: -180)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Ben '10' Nguyen taking on Eric 'Showtime' Shelton.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Marcos Rosales, Ricardo Almeida, and Sal D'Amato.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Shelton lands a quick punch but misses a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Nguyen lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:23) Shelton stalks forward, pressuring Nguyen.
(Rd 1 - 14:23) Nguyen throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 14:23) Nguyen gets suckered in by a feint and is left exposed.
(Rd 1 - 14:23) Shelton throws a one-two, but Nguyen was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 14:07) Shelton steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:07) Shelton moves into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 14:07) Shelton feints one way, throwing Nguyen off balance, then steps to the other side.
(Rd 1 - 14:07) Shelton throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 13:49) Shelton stalks forward, pressuring Nguyen.
(Rd 1 - 13:49) Nguyen misses with a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 13:49) A jab is wide from Shelton, but then he scores with a massive right head kick!
(Rd 1 - 13:49) Nguyen collapses, that shot knocked him out!
(Rd 1 - 13:38) The winner, by knock out, is Eric 'Showtime' Shelton!

Official Result: Eric 'Showtime' Shelton defeats Ben '10' Nguyen (Knock Out (Kick) in 1:22 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Eric Shelton praises his team at American Top Team, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks a fight against Malcolm Gordon would probably be a great contest.

FLYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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"The Angel of Death" Damacio Page (22-11, 2-1 CTC, From: Albuquerque, New Mexico, Underdog: -130) vs. Naoki Inoue (16-3, 2-1 CTC, From: Toyohashi, Japan, Favorite: -140)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The Angel of Death' Damacio Page battling Naoki Inoue.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Dan Miragliotta.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Nelson Hamilton, Marcos Rosales, and Ricardo Almeida.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Inoue steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Page hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) A jab hits home from Inoue and then he hits Page with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 14:24) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 14:02) Page comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:02) Inoue lands a weak, tentative jab.
(Rd 1 - 14:02) Page can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:43) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 1 - 13:16) Inoue stalks forward, pressuring Page.
(Rd 1 - 13:16) Page lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 13:16) Inoue can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a big right hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:02) Moving forward constantly, Inoue is pressuring Page.
(Rd 1 - 13:02) Page hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:02) Inoue can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 12:41) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 12:41) Page doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 12:41) Inoue is off target with a left jab but scores with a great right hook.
(Rd 1 - 12:24) A jab lands from Page, but Inoue evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 12:16) Inoue is able to grab Page.
(Rd 1 - 12:09) Inoue tries to use a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 12:09) Inoue can't get the trip, as Page wrestles his way into a dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 11:54) Page looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 11:54) Inoue cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 11:36) Page fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 11:10) Page throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 10:45) Inoue tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard.
(Rd 1 - 10:45) A straight armbar is applied, Page has to tap out before his arm is hyper-extended!
(Rd 1 - 10:20) Naoki Inoue takes the win by submission!

Official Result: Naoki Inoue defeats 'The Angel of Death' Damacio Page (Submission (Armbar) in 4:40 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Naoki Inoue praises his team at Laughter7, his various supporters, and the fans who came out to support him. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and he answers that Alptekin Ozkilic would be someone he'd like to compete against.

WOMENS HEAVYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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"Rocky" Raquel Pennington (13-10, 2-2 CTC, From: Colorado Springs, Colorado, Favorite: -190) vs. Alexis "Sneaky Zebra" Dufresne (9-4, 3-1 CTC, From: Temecula, California, Underdog: +150)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, 'Rocky' Raquel Pennington goes up against Alexis 'Sneaky Zebra' Dufresne.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Marcos Rosales, Ricardo Almeida, 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 - 14:52) Dufresne shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Dufresne gets a single leg takedown! Pennington pulls guard off it.
(Rd 1 - 14:40) Dufresne clings very tight to Pennington while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.
(Rd 1 - 14:23) Pennington tries to sweep Dufresne but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 14:06) Dufresne tries to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 14:06) Dufresne passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Pennington starts scrambling.
(Rd 1 - 13:52) Pennington ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.
(Rd 1 - 13:40) Dufresne throws several small strikes at Pennington, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that she has no space to work with.
(Rd 1 - 13:28) Pennington pulls Dufresne in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 13:11) The clock runs down as Pennington is being smothered against the ground by Dufresne.
(Rd 1 - 12:42) Pennington is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Dufresne off of her.
(Rd 1 - 12:19) Dufresne attempts to pass guard.
(Rd 1 - 12:19) Advancing her position, she passes to half guard.
(Rd 1 - 11:47) Dufresne begins trying to get her leg free of half guard and get a better position.
(Rd 1 - 11:47) Dufresne shows her skill, slipping from half guard straight into a mount with minimum fuss.
(Rd 1 - 11:26) Dufresne tries to lock Pennington in an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 11:26) The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Pennington has to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 10:51) Alexis Dufresne takes the victory by way of submission!

Official Result: Alexis 'Sneaky Zebra' Dufresne defeats 'Rocky' Raquel Pennington (Submission (Armbar) in 4:09 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Alexis Dufresne gives a name-check to everyone at Team Quest, all her various sponsors, then all her friends, family, and supporters. Showing respect, Alexis Dufresne praises Pennington for her skill and toughness.

FLYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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VS.

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Demetrious "Mighty Mouse" Johnson (31-4-1, 2-1 CTC, From: Tacoma, Washington, Favorite: -1200) vs. Rodrigo "Ratinho" Lima (13-5, 2-2 CTC, From: Recife, Brazil, Underdog: +950)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Moving on, Demetrious 'Mighty Mouse' Johnson battles Rodrigo 'Ratinho' Lima.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Dan Miragliotta is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Marcos Rosales, Ricardo Almeida, and Sal D'Amato.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:50) Ratinho checks a leg kick and counters with a couple of jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Johnson lands a quick punch but gets a right hand blocked. Ratinho hits a left jab but misses with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 13:58) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.
(Rd 1 - 13:40) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 13:17) Johnson attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 13:17) Ratinho hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 13:17) A jab hits home from Johnson and then he hits Ratinho with a body kick.
(Rd 1 - 13:00) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 13:00) Johnson finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 1 - 13:00) Ratinho finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 1 - 12:43) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:43) Johnson uses a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 12:43) Ratinho misses a jab but connects cleanly with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 12:28) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 12:28) Ratinho scores with a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 12:28) Johnson lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 12:10) Johnson comes forward, walking down Ratinho.
(Rd 1 - 12:10) Ratinho lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 12:10) Johnson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a fast high right kick to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 12:01) Ratinho staggers backward, looking dazed...that last blow must have really rocked him!
(Rd 1 - 12:01) Johnson tries to get Ratinho into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 12:01) Ratinho can't fight it off and ends up caught.
(Rd 1 - 11:48) Using the clinch, Johnson drives a knee into the chest of Ratinho, but didn't get much force behind it.
(Rd 1 - 11:30) Johnson tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Ratinho isn't able to get free of the clinch either.
(Rd 1 - 11:04) Using the clinch, Johnson hits a knee to the ribs, but couldn't generate a lot of power behind it.
(Rd 1 - 10:48) Johnson tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Ratinho isn't able to get free of the clinch either.
(Rd 1 - 10:22) Using the clinch, Johnson drives a knee into the chest of Ratinho, but didn't get much force behind it.
(Rd 1 - 10:05) Johnson loses his control of the Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) There's a quick exchange of strikes but nobody manages to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Johnson throws two punches but Ratinho has a good guard and absorbs all of them with ease.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Ratinho can't hit a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:40) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.
(Rd 1 - 09:10) Johnson forces an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:10) Ratinho manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 09:10) Attacking with intent, Johnson scores with one out of a flurry of three punches but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up.
(Rd 1 - 08:54) Johnson steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 08:54) Ratinho hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:54) Johnson fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.
(Rd 1 - 08:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:35) Ratinho misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Johnson comes in with a left jab and a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Johnson comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Ratinho hit two counter left hands.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Johnson throws a two-punch combo but Ratinho avoids both.
(Rd 1 - 08:01) Johnson stalks forward, pressuring Ratinho.
(Rd 1 - 08:01) Ratinho hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 08:01) Johnson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Ratinho with a stunning right hook!
(Rd 1 - 08:01) Ratinho is knocked down!
(Rd 1 - 07:58) Johnson senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!
(Rd 1 - 07:58) Johnson is too slow and Ratinho gets back to his feet.
(Rd 1 - 07:42) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:42) Ratinho misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Johnson to attack with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) We move into the second half of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Johnson scores a glancing blow with a right head kick. Ratinho lands a left jab but fails on a leg kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 07:10) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:10) Ratinho misses with a big right hand, allowing Johnson to counter with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:54) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 06:54) Ratinho uses a left jab but misses a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:54) Johnson connects with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:37) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 06:37) Ratinho misses with a big right hand, allowing Johnson to counter with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:28) Johnson comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:28) Ratinho fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 06:28) Johnson can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Moving forward constantly, Johnson is pressuring Ratinho.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Ratinho hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) A feint is bought entirely by Ratinho, leaving him wide open.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Johnson hits a left jab and then he catches Ratinho with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 05:48) Johnson moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Ratinho into exchanging strikes.
(Rd 1 - 05:48) Johnson steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.
(Rd 1 - 05:48) Johnson throws a one-two, but Ratinho was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 05:44) Johnson moves confidently around the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:38) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 05:38) Ratinho buys a feint and is left open.
(Rd 1 - 05:38) Ratinho is well off target with a head kick and gets punished with a left jab and a good right hook.
(Rd 1 - 05:17) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 04:54) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 1 - 04:26) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 04:26) Ratinho misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Johnson to attack with a few quick jabs that are followed by a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 03:53) Johnson initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 03:53) Ratinho throws a counter jab but misses.
(Rd 1 - 03:53) Johnson opens Ratinho up with a feint.
(Rd 1 - 03:53) Johnson lands two left hands and then he hits Ratinho with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 03:46) Taking a few gulps of breath, Johnson is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 1 - 03:32) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 03:32) Ratinho misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Johnson attacks with a jab and a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 03:13) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 03:13) Johnson hits a jab and also hits a good right hand. Ratinho lands one of a flurry of quick punches and then hits a good right hand.
(Rd 1 - 02:51) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) Johnson hits a jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) With fast hands, Ratinho lands a four strike combination that ends with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 01:56) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:56) Johnson lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. Ratinho finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 1 - 01:34) Johnson comes forward on the attack.
(Rd 1 - 01:34) Ratinho hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 01:34) Johnson misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick to the legs.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) Johnson comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) Johnson steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) Johnson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.
(Rd 1 - 01:00) Johnson stalks forward, pressuring Ratinho.
(Rd 1 - 01:00) Ratinho manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 01:00) Johnson hits a left hand but Ratinho steps back to avoid a high right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 00:44) Johnson steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 00:44) Ratinho throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 00:44) Johnson feints one way and then the other, throwing Ratinho off balance and leaving him badly exposed.
(Rd 1 - 00:44) Johnson hits a left jab and then he catches Ratinho with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 00:31) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:31) Johnson hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. Ratinho misses with a left jab but hits a glancing blow with a high kick.
(Rd 1 - 00:07) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 00:07) Johnson doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 00:07) Ratinho attempts a body kick but comes up short.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Johnson.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Demetrious 'Mighty Mouse' Johnson wins by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Demetrious 'Mighty Mouse' Johnson defeats Rodrigo 'Ratinho' Lima (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Demetrious Johnson thanks everyone connected to AMC Pankration for helping him preprare 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 that a fight against Malcolm Gordon would be a great contest.

CTC WOMENS HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE BOUT

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VS.

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Felicia "FeeNom" Spencer (11-2, 3-0 CTC, From: Montreal, Quebec, Favorite: -930) vs. Revelina "Nana" Berto (7-1, 4-0 CTC, From: Winter Haven, Florida, Underdog: +740)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 60:00) Next up is a match in which Felicia 'FeeNom' Spencer competes against Revelina 'Nana' Berto.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) The CTC Womens Heavyweight title is on the line.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) Refereeing this bout will be Herb Dean.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) The judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Sal D'Amato, and Cardo Urso.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 60:00) Berto ignores the offer of a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 59:51) Spencer lands a weak, tentative jab.
(Rd 1 - 59:51) Berto throws a two-punch combo but Spencer avoids both.
(Rd 1 - 59:36) Spencer appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Berto took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 59:36) Berto throws a punch but Spencer was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 59:20) Berto can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 59:13) Spencer seizes the chance and grabs Berto into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 59:06) Spencer looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.
(Rd 1 - 59:06) An outside leg trip sweeps Berto down to the ground where she is left on her back pulling guard!
(Rd 1 - 58:46) Spencer throws a few relatively weak right hands.
(Rd 1 - 58:21) Berto tries to sweep Spencer but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 58:03) Spencer peppers Berto with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give her any room to work with.
(Rd 1 - 57:46) Spencer gets pushed back thanks to a butterfly guard, and Berto quickly scrambles.
(Rd 1 - 57:46) She may regret that choice, as it gives Spencer the perfect opportunity to come over the top and get side control.
(Rd 1 - 57:30) Berto takes a knee strike to the ribs from under side control.
(Rd 1 - 57:16) Spencer holds Berto in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 57:03) Spencer fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 56:46) Berto tries to move to guard, but Spencer doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 56:27) Spencer tries to lock Berto in a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 56:27) Berto defends herself well and is in no danger.
(Rd 1 - 55:50) Spencer blocks Berto as she tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 55:33) Spencer hits a knee strike to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 55:14) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 55:03) A punch from Berto fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 54:59) Spencer seizes the chance and grabs Berto into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 54:51) Spencer looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 54:51) Spencer gets side control off a superb outside leg trip!
(Rd 1 - 54:37) Berto takes a knee strike to the ribs, but succeeded in unbalancing Spencer enough that there was little power.
(Rd 1 - 54:21) Spencer tries to lock Berto in an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 54:21) Berto fights off the armbar attempt.
(Rd 1 - 54:04) Spencer blocks Berto as she tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 53:48) In side control, Spencer throws a couple of punches designed to keep Berto guessing.
(Rd 1 - 53:25) Berto tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 53:08) Looking to catch her breath, Spencer is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 52:44) Spencer tries to lock Berto in a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 52:44) Berto blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 52:22) Berto tries to move to guard, but Spencer doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 52:02) Spencer fires off a few punches as she catches her breath.
(Rd 1 - 51:37) Looking to catch her breath, Spencer is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 51:07) Berto tries to pull guard on Spencer but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 50:47) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Herb Dean standing them both back up.
(Rd 1 - 50:42) Berto throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 1 - 50:37) Spencer seizes the chance and grabs Berto into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 50:30) Spencer is looking to muscle Berto back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 50:30) She does so and now has Berto pinned to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 50:14) With the cage trapping Berto, Spencer looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 50:14) An outside leg trip sweeps Berto down to the ground!
(Rd 1 - 50:14) Berto gives up her back.
(Rd 1 - 49:49) Spencer tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 49:49) Berto defends herself well against the choke.
(Rd 1 - 49:12) Berto tries to turn over and sweep Spencer but can't do it.
(Rd 1 - 49:00) Spencer attempts to complete a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 49:00) Berto doesn't allow the arm to go under her chin.
(Rd 1 - 48:34) Spencer blocks Berto as she tries to roll over.
(Rd 1 - 48:23) Spencer attempts to complete a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 48:23) Spencer flattens Berto out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!
(Rd 1 - 47:51) Felicia Spencer takes the victory by way of submission!
(Rd 1 - 47:51) Felicia 'FeeNom' Spencer wins the CTC Womens Heavyweight title.

Official Result: Felicia 'FeeNom' Spencer defeats Revelina 'Nana' Berto (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 12:09 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Felicia Spencer thanks all her sponsors for backing her and then also thanks her family, friends, and supporters. Felicia Spencer shows off the CTC Womens Heavyweight Title belt and says that she intends to be champion for a very long time. She knows exactly how to handle these sort of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about herself.

Felicia Spencer Wins The CTC Womens Heavyweight Title

Title Prestige: 74% (+9% This Fight)

CO-MAIN EVENT

CTC FLYWEIGHT TITLE BOUT

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VS.

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Malcolm "X" Gordon (16-4, 4-0 CTC, From: Calgary, Alberta, Underdog: +150) vs. Bruno "Macaco" Azevedo (20-2, 4-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Favorite: -200)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 60:00) The co-main event is up next. Malcolm 'X' Gordon goes head to head with Bruno 'Macaco' Azevedo in the CTC Flyweight division.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) The CTC Flyweight title is on the line in this fight.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) Our referee is Herb Dean.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) Our judges are: Marcos Rosales, Ricardo Almeida, and Sal D'Amato.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) Gordon gets a good reaction from the fans as he enters the arena, he's fighting in front of a home crowd tonight.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 60:00) They start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 59:53) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.
(Rd 1 - 59:53) Azevedo aggressively gets to a dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 59:47) Azevedo is trying to muscle Gordon up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 59:47) He does so and now has Gordon pinned to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 59:34) Azevedo stomps down on his opponent's foot.
(Rd 1 - 59:24) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Azevedo is keeping Gordon pressed up tightly against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 59:24) 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 - 58:21) Azevedo tries to take Gordon down.
(Rd 1 - 58:21) The takedown is completed, Gordon is on his back and pulls half guard.
(Rd 1 - 58:03) Azevedo is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.
(Rd 1 - 58:03) He passes half guard, but Gordon was ready and immediately starts to scramble.
(Rd 1 - 57:51) The scramble leaves Azevedo on top in side control.
(Rd 1 - 57:33) Azevedo punches down at Gordon, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 57:16) Showing great technique, Azevedo tries to set up a D'Arce choke from side control.
(Rd 1 - 57:16) Gordon fights off the D'Arce attempt.
(Rd 1 - 56:46) Azevedo attempts a kneebar by hooking a leg.
(Rd 1 - 56:46) Gordon doesn't allow the kneebar to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 56:16) Azevedo tries to grab a leg to prepare Gordon for a kneebar.
(Rd 1 - 56:16) Gordon defends himself well and does not give up a leg.
(Rd 1 - 55:53) Stuck under side control, Gordon takes a knee to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 55:35) Azevedo tries to grab a leg to prepare Gordon for a kneebar.
(Rd 1 - 55:35) Gordon stops Azevedo from hooking a leg.
(Rd 1 - 55:04) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 54:55) Azevedo gets in close and clinches with Gordon.
(Rd 1 - 54:36) Using his wrestling skills, Azevedo is trying to push Gordon up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 54:36) He does so and now has Gordon pinned to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 54:22) Azevedo looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 1 - 54:22) He gets the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 54:22) Gordon gives up his back.
(Rd 1 - 54:04) Gordon prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Azevedo from getting hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 53:53) Gordon tries a roll, but doesn't budge Azevedo.
(Rd 1 - 53:35) Azevedo tries to put Gordon in a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 53:35) Gordon doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.
(Rd 1 - 53:09) Gordon tries to move Azevedo off his back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 52:49) Azevedo tries to finish Gordon off with a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 52:49) Gordon doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.
(Rd 1 - 52:29) Gordon tries a roll, but doesn't budge Azevedo.
(Rd 1 - 52:14) Azevedo tries to get his hooks in, but can't.
(Rd 1 - 52:01) Gordon tries to move Azevedo off his back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 51:43) With no progress being made, referee Herb Dean brings the fighters back to their feet.
(Rd 1 - 51:36) Azevedo steps in and grapples with his opponent.
(Rd 1 - 51:17) Using his wrestling skills, Azevedo is trying to push Gordon up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 51:17) He does so and now has Gordon pinned to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 51:04) Azevedo looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 1 - 51:04) Azevedo performs an ugly-looking takedown, but it's effective enough to leave Gordon on the mat, turtled up, with Azevedo on top and facing him.
(Rd 1 - 50:52) Azevedo tries to ensnare Gordon in a D'Arce choke.
(Rd 1 - 50:52) The D'Arce choke is locked in, tight enough that Gordon has to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 50:27) Bruno Azevedo takes the victory by way of submission!
(Rd 1 - 50:27) Bruno 'Macaco' Azevedo wins the CTC Flyweight title.

Official Result: Bruno 'Macaco' Azevedo defeats Malcolm 'X' Gordon (Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 9:33 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Bruno Azevedo praises his team at Nova Uniao, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC Flyweight Title win and calls it one of the greatest moments in his career.

Bruno Azevedo Wins The CTC Flyweight Title

Title Prestige: 56% (-2% This Fight)

MAIN EVENT

WOMENS HEAVYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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Gina Carano (9-2, 2-1 CTC, From: Texas, Favorite: -530) vs. Moriel "The Mo-chine" Charneski (6-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Austin, Texas, Underdog: +420)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 30:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Gina Carano competes against Moriel 'The Mo-chine' Charneski in the CTC Womens Heavyweight division.
(Rd 1 - 30:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 30:00) Our judges at cageside are: Cardo Urso, Nelson Hamilton, and Marcos Rosales.
(Rd 1 - 30:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 30:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 29:45) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 29:45) Charneski is off target with a left jab but lands a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 29:45) Carano hits a jab and also nails a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 29:27) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 29:27) Carano hits a three punch combo that ends with a right cross. Charneski misses a jab but hits a right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 29:14) Charneski looks unsteady on her feet as she retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked her! She winds up backed against the cage with nowhere to go!
(Rd 1 - 29:14) A wicked flying knee connects! Charneski goes down hard but is not knocked out!
(Rd 1 - 29:00) Moving quickly, Carano comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps!
(Rd 1 - 29:00) Carano hits several big stomps and kicks, but Charneski somehow hangs on!
(Rd 1 - 28:40) An up-kick makes Carano think twice about advancing.
(Rd 1 - 28:22) Carano tries to come in and secure a ground position.
(Rd 1 - 28:22) Carano is quick, Charneski can't stop her getting side control.
(Rd 1 - 28:06) Carano attempts the mount.
(Rd 1 - 28:06) Carano almost gets mount, but Charneski was ready and a scramble for position ensues.
(Rd 1 - 27:51) Charneski mistakenly leaves her back exposed and Carano seizes the chance to take it!
(Rd 1 - 27:33) Charneski is in huge trouble now, as Carano successfully gets both hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 27:14) Carano pounds away, landing several clean blows on Charneski in the process.
(Rd 1 - 26:58) Carano attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.
(Rd 1 - 26:58) Charneski doesn't allow the arm to go under her chin.
(Rd 1 - 26:24) Carano keeps both hooks, despite Charneski trying to pull them apart.
(Rd 1 - 26:07) Carano, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 26:07) Charneski defends herself well against the choke.
(Rd 1 - 25:49) Charneski struggles against Carano and manages to free herself from the hooks.
(Rd 1 - 25:31) Carano attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
(Rd 1 - 25:31) Charneski doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 25:01) Carano blocks an attempt to roll her off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 24:48) Carano tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 24:48) Charneski stops Carano from getting her arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 1 - 24:12) Carano blocks an attempt to roll her off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 23:49) Carano tries to put Charneski in a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 23:49) Charneski fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
(Rd 1 - 23:11) Charneski tries a roll, but doesn't budge Carano.
(Rd 1 - 22:54) Charneski is in huge trouble now, as Carano successfully gets both hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 22:42) Carano tries to pound on Charneski, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 22:26) Charneski improves her chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks.
(Rd 1 - 22:11) Carano tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 22:11) Charneski doesn't allow the arm to go under her chin.
(Rd 1 - 21:41) Charneski tries to turn over and sweep Carano but can't do it.
(Rd 1 - 21:30) Carano tries to get both hooks in, but can't quite manage it.
(Rd 1 - 21:13) Charneski tries a roll, but doesn't budge Carano.
(Rd 1 - 21:00) The lack of progress forces referee Marc Goddard to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 20:45) Carano throws a punch but Charneski was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 20:40) Charneski comes in and grabs Carano in a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 20:31) Charneski attempts a trip to put Carano on the ground.
(Rd 1 - 20:31) Carano is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, she can do nothing but pull half guard!
(Rd 1 - 20:12) Charneski throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch her breath.
(Rd 1 - 19:56) Charneski fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 19:28) Carano tries to get full guard on Charneski but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 19:14) Charneski starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.
(Rd 1 - 19:14) She passes half guard fairly easily, getting to side control.
(Rd 1 - 18:46) Charneski fires off a few punches as she catches her breath.
(Rd 1 - 18:18) Carano tries to pull guard on Charneski but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 18:01) Charneski begins trying to get herself into a mount.
(Rd 1 - 18:01) She finds herself unable to get the mount on this attempt.
(Rd 1 - 17:38) Carano tries to pull guard on Charneski but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 17:19) Charneski tries to get into the mount position.
(Rd 1 - 17:19) Carano fights the attempted mount off, and they wind up scrambling for position.
(Rd 1 - 17:07) Carano ends up in guard.
(Rd 1 - 16:49) For the moment Carano is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 16:30) For the moment Carano is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 16:06) Carano keeps Charneski guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 15:45) Charneski pulls Carano in close, then glances an elbow strike off the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 15:33) Carano throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that she can think.
(Rd 1 - 15:17) Charneski glances an elbow strike off the top of the head of Carano.
(Rd 1 - 15:02) Carano throws some minor strikes.
(Rd 1 - 14:41) Carano gets pulled in tight, and takes a glancing blow from an elbow strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:28) Carano keeps Charneski guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 14:12) In guard, Carano is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 13:45) Charneski pulls Carano in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 13:27) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Marc Goddard standing them both back up.
(Rd 1 - 13:27) For the first time, Charneski is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 1 - 13:22) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 13:22) Carano misses a right hook and leaves herself open to be countered with a left jab and a right cross that just misses.
(Rd 1 - 13:12) Carano is slowing just a little as she starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 1 - 13:02) Carano can't connect with her set-up strikes, but then scores with a massive right head kick!
(Rd 1 - 13:02) Charneski wobbles, then falls!
(Rd 1 - 12:51) Carano starts pounding away on Charneski, looking to finish her off!
(Rd 1 - 12:51) Carano pounds away on Charneski, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!
(Rd 1 - 12:51) Referee Marc Goddard is forced to jump in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 12:36) The winner, by TKO; Gina Carano!

Official Result: Gina Carano defeats Moriel 'The Mo-chine' Charneski (TKO (Strikes) in 17:24 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Gina Carano praises her team at Alliance MMA, her various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support her. Gina Carano invites everyone to a post-show winners party at a local club to celebrate her win. She knows exactly how to handle these sort of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about herself.

Attendance: 4,929

Gate Reciepts: $867,504

Sponsorship: $92,554

Ad Revenue: $2,344,536

Merchandise: $15,385

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $382,723)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Gina Carano               $68,575      Moriel Charneski         $52,176      FotN: Both: $50,000
Bruno Azevedo             $53,141      Malcolm Gordon           $2,011       SotN: Azevedo: $25,000
                                                                            Perf: Azevedo: $25,000
Felicia Spencer           $6,722       Revelina Berto           $2,149
Demetrious Johnson        $105,840     Rodrigo Lima             $1,638
Alexis Dufresne           $2,743       Raquel Pennington        $11,473
Naoki Inoue               $2,678       Damacio Page             $4,538
Eric Shelton              $29,594      Ben Nguyen               $4,039       KotN: Shelton: $25,000
Janay Harding             $4,287       Brittney Elkin           $2,176
Alptekin Ozkilic          $2,320       Makoto Takahashi         $1,810
Sinead Kavanagh           $4,028       Olga Rubin               $1,679
Jay Jay Wilson            $3,000       Charles Jourdain         $2,206
Luc Ngeleka               $3,000       Nills van Noord          $1,400
Ritu Phogat               $2,400       Melissa Martinez         $1,400
Chidi Njokuani            $3,000       Bartlomiej Gladkowicz    $1,700

Drug Testing: $10,500

Production: $89,867

Profit: $2,836,889

Crtical Rating: 74%

Commercial Rating: 72%

News

- Drug test results for Canadian Tournament Combat 51 have come back, and all the fighters tested clean.

- The CTC announce that Bartlomiej Gladkowicz has been cut from the roster following three straight losses. He leaves the CTC with a promotional record of 0-3, including a Unanimous Decision loss to Piotr Strus at Canadian Tournament Combat 9, a knock out loss to Adam Hunter at Canadian Tournament Combat 23, and a TKO loss to Chidi Njokuani at Canadian Tournament Combat 52.

- The CTC announce that Melissa Martinez has been cut from the roster following three straight losses. She leaves the CTC with a promotional record of 0-3, including a submission loss to Natalia Silva at Canadian Tournament Combat 10, a submission loss to Shizuka Sugiyama at Canadian Tournament Combat 24, and a submission loss to Ritu Phogat at Canadian Tournament Combat 52.

- The CTC announce that Nills van Noord has been cut from the roster following three straight losses. He leaves the CTC with a promotional record of 0-3, including a knock out loss to Justin Tafa at Canadian Tournament Combat 14, a submission loss to Marcus Vanttinen at Canadian Tournament Combat 28, and a submission due to strikes loss to Luc Ngeleka at Canadian Tournament Combat 52.

- Jay Jay Wilson took so much damage in his victory over Charles Jourdain that he had to be admitted to hospital overnight. He was discharged in the morning after being checked out and sufficiently rehydrated.

- FEN close their Lightweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

TOURNAMENT DRAW

Other Promotions Shows

FNG 102 (Friday, Week 4, December 2021)

Title Result: Magomed Nurov Won The Vacant FNG Welterweight Title

Title Result: Gazavat Suleymanov Won The Vacant FNG Featherweight Title

Fight of the Night: Movlid Khaybulaev vs. Anthony Dizy

KO of the Night: Magomed Nurov (vs. Saygid Izagakhmaev)

Submission of the Night: Germano Solorio (vs. Luther Benitz)

Performance Bonus: Movlid Khaybulaev vs. Anthony Dizy

Performance Bonus: Jorge de Oliveira vs. Guowei Jue

Bellator 271: Bader vs. Ayala (Friday, Week 4, December 2021)

Title Result: Ryan Bader Made His Fourth Successful Defence of the Bellator Heavyweight Title

Fight of the Night: Ryan Bader vs. Javy Ayala

KO of the Night: Nann Nolin (vs. D'arcy Thome)

Submission of the Night: Ryan Bader (vs. Javy Ayala)

PFL: Jewtuszko vs. Stewart (Friday, Week 4, December 2021)

Title Result: Maciej Jewtuszko Won The Vacant PFL Welterweight Title

Fight of the Night: Maciej Jewtuszko vs. Kyle Stewart

KO of the Night: Renan Ferreira (vs. Nikolai Danilov)

Submission of the Night: None

Performance Bonus: Maciej Jewtuszko vs. Kyle Stewart

Titan FC 70: Lozon vs. Saur (Friday, Week 4, December 2021)

Title Result: Geoff Lozon Won The Vacant Titan FC Light Heavyweight Title

Title Result: Letje Thiebaut Won The Vacant Titan FC Womens Bantamweight Title

Fight of the Night: Letje Thiebaut vs. Sydnee Robicheau

KO of the Night: Letje Thiebaut (vs. Sydnee Robicheau)

Submission of the Night: Bernardetta Dubuc (vs. Dejanae Humble)

Performance Bonus: Filberte Poirier vs. Derrill Matte

SC 26: Intensity (Friday, Week 4, December 2021)

Title Result: Artem Lobov Won The Vacant SC Featherweight Title

Fight of the Night: Krzysztof Gutowski vs. Jakub Kowalewicz

KO of the Night: Sebastian Kotwica (vs. Sebastian Romanowski)

Submission of the Night: Krzysztof Gutowski (vs. Jakub Kowalewicz)

Performance Bonus: Krzysztof Gutowski vs. Jakub Kowalewicz

Taura MMA 18 (Saturday, Week 4, December 2021)

Title Result: Felipe Olivieri Won The Vacant Taura Lightweight Title

Fight of the Night: Felipe Olivieri vs. Reynaldo Acevedo

KO of the Night: Peter Montibeller (vs. William Ramos da Silva)

Submission of the Night: Renan Barao (vs. Antenor Pereira)

ACA 133: Saidov vs. Vagaev (Saturday, Week 4, December 2021)

Title Result: Abubakar Vagaev Won The ACA Welterweight Title

Fight of the Night: Abubakar Vagaev vs. Aslambek Saidov

KO of the Night: Elias Silverio (vs. Mindaugas Verzbickas)

Submission of the Night: Abubakar Vagaev (vs. Aslambek Saidov)

DEEP Rebellion (Sunday, Week 4, December 2021)

Title Result: Alex Thomas Made His Second Successful Defence of the DEEP Megaton Title

Fight of the Night: Stevie Hanekom vs. Alan Yoshihiro Yamaniha

KO of the Night: Zhiyuan Lua (vs. Yul Chern)

Submission of the Night: Sinha Agarwal (vs. Eiji Ishikawa)

Performance Bonus: Njere Hartman vs. Wataru Miki

Predictions

vladjarca: 9/14 (64%) Tournament Total: 159/277 (57%)

rodrigoviolim: Touranment Total: 125/211 (59%)

Majster_93: Tournament Total: 65/92 (71%)

CageRage · February 23, 2021

News - December 2021

CTC Talent Acquisitions

Heavyweight

Ioannis Arzoumanidas

Ansel Naillon

Light Heavyweight

Ion Cutelaba

Ronny Markes

Klidson de Abreu

Bruno Cappelozza

Middleweight

Rodolfo Vieira

Punahele Soriano

Welterweight

Rafael Dos Anjos

Adam Proctor

Arthur Jacob

Tyler Ray

Lightweight

Michael Chandler

Nasrat Haqparast

Garry Tonon

Nainoa Dung

Roberto de Souza

Will Brooks

Eduard Vartanyan

Featherweight

Jeremy Stephens

Aaron Pico

Sergio Giglio

Lance Palmer

Kleber Koike Erbst

Shoichi Tomita

Dioginis Souza

Reinaldo Ekson

Bantamweight

Aljamain Sterling

Rodrigo Praia

Sergio Pettis

Jack Cartwright

Tim Elliott

Herbeth Souza

Montel Jackson

Jose Johnson

Danny Kingad

Stephen Loman

Ricardo Ramos

Flyweight

Deiveson Figueiredo

Wilson Reis

Jose Torres

Jake Hadley

Strawweight

Manas Yuvaves

Pascual Cressy

Womens Bantamweight

Lisa Verzosa

Caren Lallemand

Womens Flyweight

Denise Kielholtz

Andrea Lee

Bruna Ellen

Diana Felipe

Womens Strawweight

Aleksandra Toncheva

Syuri Kondo

Chan Mi Jeon

Bozhena Antoniyar

Madalene Gosselin

Womens Atomweight

Lubomira Krausz

Cosimo Criscione

CTC Popularity

Canada 18.0% (Low Level International) (#2 Company Rankings)

USA 5.8% (Low Level International)

South America 78.2% (High Level National)

Mexico 71.4% (High Level National)

Japan 41.6% (Mid Level National)

UK 40.7% (Mid Level National)

Europe 23.0% (Low Level National)

Australia 22.7% (Low Level National)

Central America 22.5% (Low Level National)

Asia 22.4% (Low Level National)

Russia 22.2% (Low Level National)

Africa 22.2% (Low Level National)

Company Rankings

1. Ultimate Fighting Championship (99.5%, High Level International, USA)

2. Canadian Tournament Combat (18.0%, Low Level International, Canada)

3. Bellator MMA (55.3%, Mid Level National, USA)

4. Absolute Championship Akhmat (15.0%, Low Level National, Russia)

5. Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki (10.0%, Low Level National, Europe)

6. ONE Championship (8.0%, Low Level National, Asia)

7. Professional Fighters League (99.9%, High Level Regional, USA)

8. Brave Combat Federation (88.2%, High Level Regional, Asia)

9. Rizin Fighting Federation (83.2%, High Level Regional, Japan)

10. DEEP (79.1%, High Level Regional, Japan)

11. Legacy Fighting Alliance (64.8%, Mid Level Regional, USA)

12. Cage Warriors (60.7%, Mid Level Regional, UK)

13. Fight Exclusive Night (56.5%, Mid Level Regional, Europe)

14. M-1 Global (53.4%, Mid Level Regional, Russia)

15. Taura MMA (52.8%, Mid Level Regional, South America)

16. Jungle Fight Championship (50.2%, Mid Level Regional, South America)

17. Titan Fighting Championship (48.0%, Mid Level Regional, USA)

18. OKTAGON MMA (47.1%, Mid Level Regional, Europe)

19. Invicta Fighting Championship (45.0%, Mid Level Regional, USA)

20. Russian Cagefighting Championship (42.8%, Mid Level Regional, Russia)

21. Superior Challenge (42.3%, Mid Level Regional, Europe)

22. Pancrase (38.9%, Mid Level Regional, Japan)

23. Fight Nights Global (37.5%, Mid Level Regional, Russia)

24. Extreme Fighting Championship Worldwide (36.3%, Mid Level Regional, Africa)

25. Road Fighting Championship (30.8%, Low Level Regional, Asia)

26. TKO Major League MMA (28.3%, Low Level Regional, Canada)

27. Australian Fighting Championship (27.6%, Low Level Regional, Australia)

28. JEWELS (27.0%, Low Level Regional, Japan)

29. King of the Cage (24.9%, Low Level Regional, USA)

30. Shooto (24.2%, Low Level Regional, Japan)

31. ARES Fighting Championship (18.3%, Low Level Regional, Europe)

32. CES MMA (10.9%, Low Level Regional, USA)

33. Profesjonalna Liga MMA (10.9%, Low Level Regional, Europe)

Champions

1. Ultimate Fighting Championship

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 95%): Paulo Costa (Since July 2021 1 Defence)

Womens Flyweight (Title Prestige: 94%): Jessica Andrade (Since April 2021, 2 Defences)

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 93%): Alexander Gustafsson (Since August 2021, 1 Defence)

Womens Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 93%): Amanda Nunes (Since July 2016, 9 Defences)

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 93%): Petr Yan (Since July 2020, 4 Defences)

Womens Strawweight (Title Prestige: 93%): Weili Zhang (Since August 2019, 4 Defences)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 92%): Vicente Luque (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 92%): Carlos Diego Ferreira (Since September 2021, 1 Defence)

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 91%): Magomed Ankalaev (Since September 2021, 1 Defence)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 90%): Zabit Magomedsharipov (Since February 2021, 2 Defences)

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 87%): Matt Schnell (Since November 2021, Yet To Defend)

2. Canadian Tournament Combat

Womens Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 74%): Felicia Spencer (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 66%): Rory MacDonald (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Womens Atomweight (Title Prestige: 63%): Ayaka Hamasaki (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 58%): Vacant

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 58%): Vacant

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 58%): Vacant

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 58%): Vacant

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 58%): Vacant

Womens Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 58%): Vacant

Strawweight (Title Prestige: 58%): Vacant

Womens Strawweight (Title Prestige: 58%): Vacant

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 56%): Bruno Azevedo (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Womens Flyweight (Title Prestige: 54%): Valerie Loureda (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 53%): Magomed Yunusilau (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

3. Bellator MMA

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 83%): Patricio Freire (Since April 2017, 5 Defences)

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 81%): Ryan Bader (Since January 2019, 4 Defences)

Womens Flyweight (Title Prestige): Ilima-Lei Macfarlane (Since November 2017, 6 Defences)

Welterweight (Title PRestige: 79%): Douglas Lima (Since October 2019, 2 Defences)

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 67%): Gegard Mousasi (Since October 2020, 2 Defences)

Womens Featherweight (Title Prestige: 66%): Katharina Lehner (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 65%): Chris Duncan (Since September 2021, Yet To Defend)

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 63%): Viktor Nemkov (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 60%): Brett Johnson (Since February 2021, 1 Defence)

4. Absolute Championship Akhmat

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 56%): Azamat Kerefov (Since May 2021, 1 Defence)

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 49%): Max Nunes (Since March 2021, 2 Defences)

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 49%): Magomed Ismailov (Since June 2021, 1 Defence)

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 47%): Artem Reznikov (Since September 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 44$): Abubakar Vagaev (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 40%): Mukhomad Vakhaev (Since February 2020, Yet To Defend)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 37%): Yusup Raisov (Since May 2021, 1 Defence)

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 37%): Vacant

5. Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 56%): Scott Askham (Since July 2021, Yet To Defend)

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 50%): Philip De Fries (Since April 2018, 5 Defences)

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 49%): Tomasz Narkun (Since October 2015, 6 Defences)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 49%): Roberto Soldic (Since October 2018, 3 Defences)

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 42%): Roman Szymanski (Since January 2021, 2 Defences)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 42%): Vacant (Interim: Salahdine Panasse, Since April 2019, 1 Defence)

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 31%): Damian Stasiak (Since May 2021, 1 Defence)

Womens Flyweight (Title Prestige: 22%): Erin Blanchfield (Since August 2021, Yet To Defend)

6. ONE Championship

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 52%): Anthony Njokuani (Since May 2021, 1 Defence)

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 50%): Fabricio Werdum (Since January 2021, 1 Defence)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 49%): Vacant

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 49%): Gaston Reyno (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Womens Flyweight (Title Prestige: 45%): Kristina Pettigrew (Since November 2021, Yet To Defend)

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 44%): Kairat Akhmetov (Since September 2021, Yet To Defend)

Womens Atomweight (Title Prestige: 35%): Angela Lee (Since May 2016, 3 Defences) (Interim: Nong Stamp, Since January 2021, 3 Defences)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 32%): Vacant

Strawweight (Title Prestige: 31%): Yuya Wakamatsu (Since August 2021, Yet To Defend)

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 30%): Reinier de Ridder (Since October 2020, 2 Defences)

Womens Strawweight (Title Prestige: 30%): Michelle Nicolini (Since April 2021, 1 Defence)

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 28%): Adel Ghaddou (Since August 2021, Yet To Defend)

7. Professional Fighters League

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 55%): Vacant

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 55%): Vacant

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 53%): Jordan Young (Since August 2021, Yet To Defend)

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 53%): Abel Trujillo (Since November 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 45%): Maciej Jewtuszko (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Womens Strawweight (Title Pretige: 45%): Vacant

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 43%): Sung Bin Jo (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 30%): Vacant

8. Brave Combat Federation

Strawweight (Title Prestige: 80%): Vacant

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 72%): Gideon Drotschie (Since April 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 72%): Jarrah Al-Silawi (Since October 2019, 1 Defence)

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 72%): Cleiton Silva (Since August 2019, 1 Defence)

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 72%): Felip Efrain (Since August 2021, Yet To Defend)

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 65%): Yaozong Hu (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 65%): Clifford Starks (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Super Lightweight (Title Prestige: 65%): Leonardo Mafra (Since February 2021, 1 Defence)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 65%): Hiroyuki Takaya (Since August 2021, Yet To Defend)

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 65%): Vacant

9. Rizin Fighting Federation

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 65%): Mikuru Asakura (Since December 2020, 1 Defence)

Womens Atomweight (Title Prestige: 60%): Vacant

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 54%): Ryota Uozomi (Since April 2021, Yet To Defend)

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 52%): Vacant

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 52%): Justin Moore (Since June 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 52%): Wendell Oliveira (Since June 2021, Yet To Defend)

Womens Flyweight (Title Prestige: 52%): Reina Cordoba (Since February 2021, Yet To Defend)

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 50%): Ivan Shtyrkov (Since August 2021, Yet To Defend)

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 47%): Kai Asakura (Since August 2020, 2 Defences)

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 46%): Vacant

Womens Super Atomweight (Title Prestige: 34%): Amanada Bobby Cooper (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

10. DEEP

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 36%): Vacant

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 36%): Vacant

Welterweigth (Title Prestige: 29%): Shinsho Anzai (Since February 2021, 1 Defence)

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 29%): Joshua Riley (Since August 2021, 1 Defence)

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 27%) Atticus Bear (Since August 2021, 1 Defence)

Strawweight (Title Prestige: 19%): Manas Yuvaves (Since July 2021, 1 Defence)

Megaton (Title Prestige: 18%): Alex Thomas (Since July 2021, 2 Defences)

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 17%): Washichi Miyamae (Since March 2021, Yet To Defend)

11. Legacy Fighting Alliance

Womens Strawweight (Title Prestige: 65%): Delight Calman (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 29%): Vacant

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 28%): Justin Frazier (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 28%): Omar Johnson (Since November 2021, Yet To Defend)

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 28%): Marc Stevens (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 27%): Rakim Cleveland (Since September 2021, 1 Defence)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 19%): Kenny Jordan (Since September 2021, Yet To Defend)

12. Cage Warriors

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 37%): David Lee (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 36%): Vacant

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 34%): Leeroy Barnes (Since December 2020, 1 Defence)

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 33%): Mateusz Teodorczuk (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 22%): Vacant

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 18%): Rany Saadeh (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

13. Fight Exclusive Night

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 34%): Ali Arish (Since August 2021, Yet To Defend)

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 29%): Glenn Sparv (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 24%): Rafal Kijanczuk (Since August 2021, 1 Defence)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 23%): David Lee (Since August 2021, Yet To Defend)

14. M-1 Global

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 38%): Stephan Puetz (Since January 2021, Yet To Defend)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 34%): Joni Salovaara (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 33%): Vacant

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 33%): Maxim Divnick (Since January 2021, 1 Defence)

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 30%): Abukar Yandiev (Since April 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 30%): Magomed Magomedkerimov (Since April 2021, Yet To Defend)

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 28%): Vacant

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 26%): Nikolay Baykin (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

15. Taura MMA

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 72%): Jonathan Wilson (Since October 2020, 1 Defence)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 72%): Genair da Silva (Since May 2021, Yet To Defend)

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 72%): Bruno Rodrigues (Since October 2020, 1 Defence)

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 65%): Felipe Olivieri (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 65%): Vacant

16. Jungle Fight

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 29%): Vacant

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 28%): Felipe Olivieri (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 26%): Alan Bispo (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Womens Flyweight (Title Prestige: 20%): Vacant

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 20%): Vacant

17. Titan Fighting Championship

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 30%): Vacant

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 28%): Vacant

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 26%): Daniel Gallimore (Since September 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 22%): Vacant

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 21%): Perry Filkins (Since May 2021, Yet To Defend)

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 21%): Elias Garcia (Since June 2021, Yet To Defend)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 20%): Luis Gomez (Since December 2017, 1 Defence)

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 17%): Geoff Lozon (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Womens Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 11%): Letje Thiebaut (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

18. OKTAGON MMA

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 72%): Nick Barno (Since June 2021, Yet To Defend)

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 72%): Glenn Sparv (Since December 2020, Yet To Defend)

Womens Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 72%): Vacant

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 65%): Vacant

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 65%): Magomedsaygid Alibekov (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 65%): James Brum (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 65%): Vacant

19. Invicta Fighting Championship

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 38%): Vacant

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 24%): Vacant

20. Russian Cagefighting Championship

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 52%): Vacant

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 46%): Vacant

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 42%): Vacant

21. Superior Challenge

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 29%): Artem Lobov (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 27%): Bruno "BC" Carvalho (Since February 2021, 1 Defence)

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 25%): Loik Radzhabov (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 21%): Vacant

22. Pancrase

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 45%): Vacant

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 42%): Vacant

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 31%): Vacant

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 26%): Vacant

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 17%): Vacant

23. Fight Nights Global

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 36%): Maiquel Falcao (Since February 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 31%): Magomed Nurov (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 29%): Vacant

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 29%): Gazavat Suleymanov (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 28%): Dmitry Minakov (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 26%): Trent Girdham (Since February 2021, Yet To Defend)

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 26%): Nikolay Baykin (Since December 2020, Yet To Defend)

24. Extreme Fighting Championship Worldwide

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 25%): Joe Cummins (Since March 2019, Yet To Defend)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 24%): Pierre Botha (Since February 2021, Yet To Defend)

Light Heavyweigth (Title Prestige: 22%): Vacant

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 20%): Andrew van Zyl (Since August 2021, Yet To Defend)

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 20%): Abeeku Uba (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 16%): Adric Okiro (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Womens Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 15%): Vacant

Womens Strawweight (Title Prestige: 15%): Vacant

25. Road Fighting Championship

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 35%): Vacant

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 23%): Quan Chen (Since November 2021, Yet To Defend)

26. TKO Major League MMA

Womens Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 52%): Vacant

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 13%): Chapin Bourgeois (Since November 2021, Yet To Defend)

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 12%): Brunelle Bardy (Since July 2021, Yet To Defend)

27. Australian Fighting Championship

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 60%): Vacant

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 18%): Keegan Zuniga (Since November 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 17%): Vacant

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 16%): Vacant

Featherweight (Title Prestige: 15%): Vacant

Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 9%): Vacant

28. JEWELS

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 52%): Vacant

Atomweight (Title Prestige: 28%): Vacant

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 16%): Vacant

29. King of the Cage

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 26%): John Gunther (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 23%): Omar Johnson (Since July 2021, 1 Defence)

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 21%): Mike Santiago (Since July 2021, Yet To Defend)

Junior Flyweight (Title Prestige: 15%): Vacant

30. Shooto

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 30%): Vacant

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 30%): Yusuke Kasuya (Since November 2021, Yet To Defend)

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 20%): Masamune Hokama (Since September 2021, Yet To Defend)

31. ARES Fighting Championship

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 52%): Vacant

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 52%): Karl Amoussou (Since August 2021, Yet To Defend)

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 52%): Mateusz Rebecki (Since August 2021, Yet To Defend)

32. CES MMA

Bantamweight (Title Prestige: 53%): Vacant

Light Heavyweight (Title Prestige: 23%): Austen Heidlage (Since July 2021, Yet To Defend)

Middleweight (Title Prestige: 22%): Eddie Arizmendi (Since December 2020, Yet To Defend)

Lightweight (Title Prestige: 21%): Frankie Perez (Since September 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 20%): Herman Terrado (Since July 2021, Yet To Defend)

33. Profesjonalna Liga MMA

Flyweight (Title Prestige: 14%): Markus Yanulis (Since December 2021, Yet To Defend)

Welterweight (Title Prestige: 13%): Rostem Akman (Since October 2021, Yet To Defend)

Womens Atomweight (Title Prestige: 11%): Vacant

CTC Internationally Ranked Fighters

Womens P4P #1: Amanda Nunes (UFC)

Womens Atomweight (#1 Ayaka Hamasaki, CTC)

Ayaka Hamasaki (#1, #15 P4P)

Grace Cleveland (#2)

Alesha Zappitella (#3)

Herica Tiburcio (#4)

Janaisa Morandin (#5)

Alyssa Garcia (#6)

Kyra Batara (#7)

Naho Sugiyama (#8)

Ashley Cummins (#10)

Amber Brown (#11)

Emi Tomimatsu (#12)

Alyse Anderson (#14)

Kanna Asakura (#15)

Tessa Simpson (#16)

Priscilla Gaol (#17)

Tomo Maesawa (#18)

Elise Reed (#19)

Satomi Takano (#20)

Lindsey VanZandt (#21)

Kelly D'Angelo (#22)

Saori Ishioka (#23)

Arielle Souza (#24)

Viviane Pereira (#25)

Womens Strawweight (#1 Weili Zhang, UFC)

Rose Namajunas (#2, #5 P4P)

Randa Markos (#13)

Marina Rodriguez (#14)

Tecia Torres (#16)

Michelle Waterson (#17)

Felice Herrig (#20)

Cortney Casey (#22)

Womens Flyweight (#1 Jessica Andrade, UFC)

Liz Carmouche (#9)

Andrea Lee (#16)

Alexa Grasso (#20)

Molly McCann (#21)

Poliana Botelho (#25)

Womens Bantamweight (#1 Amanda Nunes, UFC)

Aspen Ladd (#2, #7 P4P)

Sijara Eubanks (#13)

Julija Stoliarenko (#16)

Sarah Moras (#17)

Lisa Verzosa (#20)

Joselyne Edwards (#21)

Jessica-Rose Clark (#22)

Lucie Pudilova (#24)

Duda Santana (#25)

Womens Featherweight (#1 Felicia Spencer, CTC)

Felicia Spencer (#1, #6 P4P)

Olga Rubin (#2, #19 P4P)

Megan Anderson (#3)

Janay Harding (#4)

Sinead Kavanagh (#5)

Talita Nogueira (#6)

Leah Letson (#7)

Raquel Pennington (#8)

Alexis Dufresne (#9, #20 P4P)

Duda Santana (#11)

Amanda Bell (#12)

Gina Carano (#13)

Jessica Miele (#14)

Gabrielle Holloway (#15)

Daria Ibragimova (#16)

Larissa Pacheco (#17)

Amber Leibrock (#18)

Leah McCourt (#19)

Revelina Berto (#20)

Reina Miura (#21)

Sarah D'Alelio (#23)

Olivia Parker (#24)

Moriel Charneski (#25)

Womens Lightweight (#1 Cindy Dandois, Bellator)

Kayla Harrison (#2)

Gabrielle Holloway (#3)

Colleen Shavers (#4)

Jozette Cotton (#5)

Tara Wahl (#6)

Genah Fabian (#7)

Norah Feller (#8)

Kaylen Tolman (#9)

Womens Light Heavyweight (#1 Felicia Spencer, CTC)

Felicia Spencer (#1, #6 P4P)

Alexis Dufresne (#2, #20 P4P)

Olga Rubin (#3, #19 P4P)

Sinead Kavanagh (#4)

Janay Harding (#5)

Raquel Pennington (#6)

Gina Carano (#7)

Revelina Berto (#8)

Moriel Charneski (#9)

Brittney Elkin (#10)

Tara Wahl (#11)

Norah Feller (#12)

Womens Heavyweight (#1 Destanie Yarbrough, CTC)

Destanie Yarbrough (#1)

Mens P4P #1: Zabit Magomedsharipov (UFC)

Strawweight (#1 Jussier da Silva, CTC)

Jussier da Silva (#1)

Joseph Benavidez (#2)

Joshua Pacio (#3)

Yosuke Saruta (#4)

Yoshitaka Naito (#5)

Haruo Ochi (#7)

Tatsuya So (#8)

Ryo Hatta (#9)

Junji Ito (#10)

Bokang Masunyane (#11)

Mikihito Yamagami (#12)

Kiyotaka Shimizu (#13)

Yago Bryan Farias de Morais (#14)

Azam Gaforov (#15)

Ryohei Kurosawa (#16)

Masayoshi Kato (#17)

Roldan Sangcha'an (#18)

Loveth Young (#21)

Jeremy Miado (#22)

Takuya Eizumi (#23)

Yoshihiro Matsunaga (#24)

Daichi Kitakata (#25)

Flyweight (#1 Alex Perez, UFC)

Deiveson Figueiredo (#2, #18 P4P)

Kyoji Horiguchi (#4)

Joseph Benavidez (#6)

Eric Shelton (#8)

Brandon Moreno (#9)

Demetrious Johnson (#11)

Brandon Royval (#16)

Malcolm Gordon (#17)

John Moraga (#18)

Tagir Ulanbekov (#19)

Raulian Paiva (#20)

Ben Nguyen (#21)

Wilson Reis (#22)

Bruno Azevedo (#23)

Tim Elliott (#24)

Ali Bagautinov (#25)

Bantamweight (#1 Petr Yan, UFC)

Kyoji Horiguchi (#6)

Cory Sandhagen (#8)

Aljamain Sterling (#17)

Dominick Cruz (#18)

Cody Stamann (#25)

Featherweight (#1 Zabit Magomedsharipov, UFC)

Brian Ortega (#4, #17 P4P)

Jeremy Stephens (#17)

A.J. McKee (#21)

Lance Palmer (#24)

Jeremy Kennedy (#25)

Lightweight (#1 Carlos Diego Ferreira, UFC)

Michael Chandler (#5)

Tony Ferguson (#23)

Nasrat Haqparast (#25)

Welterweight (#1 Douglas Lima, Bellator)

Rory MacDonald (#2, #15 P4P)

Gilbert Burns (#13)

Middleweight (#1 Paulo Costa, UFC)

Israel Adesanya (#2, #8 P4P)

Rafael Carvalho (#4)

Darren Till (#6)

Chris Weidman (#11)

Alexander Shlemenko (#15)

Rodolfo Vieira (#18)

Krzysztof Jotko (#19)

Nick Diaz (#22)

Brad Tavares (#25)

Light Heavyweight (#1 Magomed Ankalaev, UFC)

Dominick Reyes (#5)

Anthony Smith (#9)

Ion Cutelaba (#11)

Vinny Magalhaes (#18)

Corey Anderson (#19)

Heavyweight (#1 Ryan Bader, Bellator)

Justin Willis (#5)

Alexander Volkov (#7)

Curtis Blaydes (#9)

Augusto Sakai (#14)

Marcin Tybura (#17)

Tom Aspinall (#21)

Arjan Bhullar (#24)

MMA in January 2022

Canadian Tournaemnt Combat will host 4 fight cards in January, as the remainder of the Titles are contested for the first time!

Canadian Tournament Combat 53 will take place on Friday, Week 1, January in Saskatchewan, and will feature fights in the Lightweight and Light Heavyweight Grand Prix. The card will be headlined by a CTC Light Heavyweight Title Fight between Anthony Smith, and King Mo! Also on the card a Lightweight #1 Contender Fourth Round fight between John Makdessi and Paul Sass.

Canadian Tournament Combat 54 will take place on Friday, week 2, January in Manitoba, and will feature fights in the Middleweight and Womens Strawweight Grand Prix. The card will be headlined by a CTC Middleweight Title Fight between Rafael Carvalho and Nick Diaz. Also on the card a CTC Womens Strawweight Title Fight between Rose Namajunas and Natalia Silva.

Canadian Tournament Combat 55 will take place on Friday, Week 3, January in British Columbia, and will feature fights in the Bantamweight and Strawweight Grand Prix. The card will be headlined by a CTC Bantamweight Title Fight between Khusein Askhabov and Michael McDonald. Also on the card a CTC Strawweight Title Fight between Jussier da Silva and Ludovico Carignan.

Canadian Tournament Combat 56 will take place on Friday, Week 3, January in Ontario, and will feature fights in the Womens Bantamweight and Heavyweight Grand Prix. The card will be headlined by a CTC Womens Bantamweight Title Fight between Aspen Ladd and Ronda Rousey. Also on the card a Heavyweight #1 Contender Fourth Round fight between Muhammed DeReese and Anthony Johnson.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

The UFC will host 2 card in January.

UFC 263: McGregor vs. Hooker will take place Saturday, Week 1, January. The card will be headlined by a Lightweight fight between Conor McGregor and Dan Hooker. Also on the card a Welterweight fight between Erick Silva and Alex Oliveira.

UFC 264: Andrade vs. Barber will take place Saturday, Week 3, January. The card will be headlined by a UFC Womens Flyweight Title fight between champion Jessica Andrade, and challenger Maycee Barber. Also on the card a Heavyweight battle between Jon Jones and Stefan Struve.

Bellator MMA

Bellator will host 1 card in January.

Bellator 272: Mousasi vs. Salter will take place on Friday, Week 2, January. The card will be headlined by a Bellator Middleweight Title fight between champion Gegard Mousasi, and challenger John Salter. Also on the card a Lightweight fight between Rustam Khabilov and Saul Rogers.

Absolute Championship Akhmat

The ACA will host 2 cards in January.

ACA 134: Reznikov vs. Bagov II will take place on Saturday, Week 2, January. The card will be headlined by an ACA Lightweight Title fight between champion Artem Reznikov, and challenger Oleg Bagov. Also on the card a Bantamweight bout between Daniel Oliveira and Matt Munsey.

ACA 135: Raisov vs. Temirov will take place on Saturday, Week 4, January. The card will be headlined by a ACA Featherweight Title fight between champion Yusup Raisov, and challenger Abdurahman Temirov. Also on the card a Middleweight bout between Artem Frolov and Salamu Abdurakhmanov.

Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki

KSW will host 1 card in January.

KSW 63: Ill Will will take place on Saturday, Week 2, January. The card will be headlined by a KSW Welterweight Title Fight between champion Roberto Soldic and challenger Krystian Kaszubowski. Also on the card a KSW Middleweight Title Fight between champion Scott Askham and challenger Aleksandar Ilic.

ONE Championship

ONE will host 2 cards in January.

ONE Unforgiving will take place on Friday, Week 1, January. The card will be headlined by a Womens Atomweight Unification title fight between Womens Atomweight Champion Angela Lee, and Interim Womens Atomweight Champion Nong Stamp. Also on the card a Middleweight fight between Aung La N Sang and Khadis Ibragimov.

ONE Kingdom of Legends will take place on Friday, Week 4, January. The card will be headlined by a ONE Heavyweight Title fight between champion Fabricio Werdum, and challenger Sergei Kharitonov. Also on the card a battle between Zebaztian Kadestam and Rob Wilkinson for the vacant ONE Welterweight Title.

Professional Fighters League

The PFL will host 2 cards in January.

PFL: Knight vs. Jenkins will take place on Friday, Week 2, January. The card will be headlined by a Featherweight fight between Jason Knight and James Jenkins. Also on the card a Lightweight bout between Evan Cutts and Tim Welch.

PFL: Young vs. Delija will take place on Friday, Week 4, January. The card will be headlined by a PFL Heavyweight Title Fight between champion Jordan Young, and challenger Ante Delija. Also on the card a Welterweight fight between Joe Riggs and David Michaud.

Brave Combat Federation

Brave will host no cards in January.

Rizin Fighting Federation

Rizin will host no cards in January.

DEEP

DEEP will host 1 card in January.

DEEP Stay Hungry will take place on Sunday, Week 2, January. The card will be headlined by a battle between Zhang Lipeng and Alex Gorgees for the Vacant DEEP Lightweight Title. Also on the card a Middleweight fight between Yosai Yoshitomi and Elen Higoshi.

Legacy Fighting Alliance

The LFA will host 2 cards in January.

LFA 121: Cleveland vs. Berzin will take place on Saturday, Week 1, January. The card will be headlined by an LFA Light Heavyweight Title Fight between champion Rakim Cleveland, and challenger Anton Berzin. Also on the card a Lightweight bout between Kevin Syler and Percy Lenoir.

LFA 122: Williams vs. De Anda will take place on Saturday, Week 3, January. The card will be headlined by a battle between Tim Williams and Angel De Anda for the vacant LFA Middleweight Title. Also on the card a Light Heavyweight fight between Sam Alvey and Austen Heidlage.

Cage Warriors

The CWFC will host no cards in January.

Fight Exclusive Night

FEN will host no cards in January.

M-1 Global

M-1 will host 1 card in January.

M-1 112: Magomedkerimov vs. Akman will take place on Sunday, Week 1, January. The card will be headlined by an M-1 Global Welterweight Title fight between champion Magomed Magomedkerimov, and challenger Rostem Akman. Also on the card a battle between Kirill Tropinin and Zhuman Zhumabekov for the vacant M-1 Global Bantamweight Title.

Taura MMA

Taura will host no cards in January.

Jungle Fight Championship

Jungle Fight will host no cards in January.

Titan Fighting Championship

Titan FC will host no cards in January.

OKTAGON MMA

OKTAGON will host no cards in January.

Invicta Fighting Championship

Invicta will host no cards in January.

Russian Cagefighting Championship

The RCC will host 1 card in January.

RCC 13 will take place on Sunday, Week 2, January. The card will be headlined by a battle between Shamil Amirov and Alexander Butenko for the vacant RCC Welterweight Title. Also on the card a fight between Salim Touahri and Mikhail Kabargin for the vacant RCC Light Heavyweight Title.

Superior Challenge

The SC will host no cards in January.

Pancrase

Pancrase will host no cards in January.

Fight Nights Global

FNG will host no cards in January.

Extreme Fighting Championship Worldwide

The EFC will host no cards in January.

Road Fighting Championship

Road FC will host no cards in January.

TKO Major League MMA

TKO will host 1 card in January.

TKO 55: Declaration will take place on Friday, Week 3, January. The card will be headlined by a TKO Featherweight Title bout between champion Brunelle Bardy and challenger Rodell Fayolle. Also on the card a Heavyweight fight between Leonce Moline and Burdett Bovell.

Australian Fighting Championship

The AFC will host 1 card in January.

AFC 29 will take place on Sunday, Week 1, January. The card will be headlined by a battle between Will Archuleta and Abdul Collado for the vacant AFC Flyweight Title. Also on the card a battle between Jamie Abdallah and Mathew Lane for the vacant AFC Light Heavyweight Title.

JEWELS

JEWELS will host no cards in January.

King of the Cage

KOTC will host 1 card in January.

KOTC Massacre will take place on Friday, Week 4, January. The card will be headlined by a KOTC Bantamweight Title Fight between champion Mike Santiago, and challenger Artur Rofi. Also on the card a Lightweight fight between Joe Lauzon and Jason Gonzales.

Shooto

Shooto will host 1 card in January.

Shooto Global Warfare will take place on Saturday, Week 2, January. The card will be headlined by a battle between Shinsho Anzai and Sumitomo Kawada for the Vacant Shooto Middleweight Title. Also on the card a Middleweight fight between Norogumi Nozara and Kenta Takagi.

ARES Fighting Championship

ARES will host 1 card in January.

ARES FC 8 will take place on Saturday, Week 2, January. The card will be headlined by a battle between Alan Jachimowski and Jan Gottvald for the vacant ARES FC Light Heavyweight Title. Also on the card a Welterweight fight between Cedric Doumbe and Tomasz Romanowski.

CES MMA

CES MMA will host 1 card in January.

CES MMA 66 will take place on Saturday, Week 1, January. The card will be headlined by a battle between Andre Soukhamthath and Jose Johnson for the vacant CES MMA Bantamweight Title. Also on the card a Bantamweight fight between Ricky Bandejas and Brandon Hempleman.

Profesjonalna Liga MMA

PLMMA will host no cards in January.

CageRage · February 23, 2021

2021 Sherdog.com End of Year Awards

Fighter of the Year

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Paulo Costa (4-0, UFC)

Paulo Costa defeats Jack Hermansson by TKO (Strikes) in 4:33 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) UFC Fight Night Khabib vs. Chandler (February 2021)

Paulo Costa defeats Robert Whittaker by Unanimous Decision (29-28x3) in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) UFC 255: Usman vs. Woodley II (April 2021)

Paulo Costa defeats Israel Adesanya by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:42 of Round 2 (Rated: Great) UFC on ESPN: Adesanya vs. Costa II (July 2021)

Paul Costa Wins The UFC Middleweight Title

Paulo Costa defeats Robert Whittaker by TKO (Strikes) in 2:41 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) UFC on ESPN: Costa vs. Whittaker II (November 2021)

Paul Costa Makes His First Successful Defence of the UFC Middleweight Title

Female Fighter of the Year

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Jessica Andrade (4-0, UFC)

Jessica Andrade defeats Cynthia Calvillo by Knock Out (Punch) in 3:30 of Round 1 (Rated: Great) UFC on ESPN: Weili vs. Esparza (January 2021)

Jessica Andrade defeats Valentina Shevchenko by TKO (Strikes) in 1:47 of Round 5 (Rated: Fantastic) UFC 256: Shevchenko vs. Andrade (April 2021)

Jessica Andrade Won The UFC Womens Flyweight Title

Jessica Andrade defeats Lauren Murphy by Knock Out (Knee) in 1:37 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) UFC Fight Night: Andrade vs. Murphy (July 2021)

Jessica Andrade Made Her First Successful Defence of the UFC Womens Flyweight Title

Jessica Andrade defeats Viviane Araujo by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:53 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) UFC on ESPN: Weili vs. Suarez (October 2021)

Jessica Andrade Made Her Second Successful Defence of the UFC Womens Flyweight Title

Company of the Year

Canadian Tournament Combat

The following shows were singled out as highlights by Sherdog.

(Main Cards Only)

Rookie of the Year

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Ludovico Carignan (4-0, 3-0 CTC, 1-0 Local)

Ludovico Carignan defeats Karlitis Heber (Local) by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 5:08 of Round 1 (Rated: Good) Canadian Small Local Show June 2021 (June 2021)

Ludovico Carignan defeats Daichi Kitakata by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 7:10 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 32 (July 2021)

This was a fight in the Strawweight Championship Grand Prix Second Round

Ludovico Carignan defeats Joseph Benavidez by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:12 (Rated: Good) Canadian Tournament Combat 40 (September 2021)

This was a fight in the Strawweight Championship Grand Prix Quarter-Finals

Ludovico Carignan defeats Tatsuya So by Submission (Americana) in 14:57 (Rated: Great) Canadian Tournament Combat 48 (November 2021)

This was a fight in the Strawweight Championship Grand Prix Semi-Finals

Show Of The Year

Titan FC 65: Brimage vs. Cooley (Titan FC, March 2021)

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Team of the Year

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CTC Related Highlights

Eric Shelton (4-0, 2-0 ARES, 2-0 CTC, Still Alive in #1 Contender Tournament)

Gillian Robertson (2-1)

Jussier da Silva (4-0, About to fight Ludovico Carignan for CTC Strawweight Title)

Justin Willis (3-0, 2-0 PFL, 1-0 Titan FC)

Khusein Askhabov (4-0, About to fight Michael McDonald for CTC Bantamweight Title)

Krzysztof Jotko (1-1, 1-1 UFC)

Kyoji Horiguchi (2-0, Then Disappeared on Hiatus for remainder of Year.

Marcelo Golm (2-0, 2-0 Local Shows)

Marianna Kheyfets (0-1)

Muhammed Lawal (4-0, About to fight Anthony Smith for CTC Light Heavyweight Title)

Natan Schulte (2-2, 2-2 PFL)

Randy Costa (3-1, 1-0 CES MMA, 0-1 Titan FC, 2-0 KOTC)

Tecia Torres (2-2, 0-1 UFC, 2-1 CTC, Still Alive In #1 Contender Tournament)

Trisha Cicero (1-2, 1-2 Invicta)

Valerie Loureda (4-0, CTC Womens Flyweight Champion)

Champions

Amanda Nunes (UFC Womens Bantamweight, 4 Successful Defences This Year)

Chris Duncan (Bellator Lightweight)

Douglas Lima (Bellator Welterweight, 2 Successful Defences This Year)

Jordan Young (PFL Heavyweight)

Luis Gomez (Titan FC Featherweight)

Magomed Magomedkerimov (M-1 Global Welterweight)

Marc Stevens (LFA Lightweight)

Matt Schnell (UFC Flyweight)

Scott Askham (KSW Middleweight)

Valerie Loureda (CTC Womens Flyweight)

Fight of the Year

Bojan Velickovic defeats Marcin Pionke by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:22 of Round 3 (Rated: Excellent) PLMMA 82: Bad Intentions (April 2021)

Worst Fight of the Year

Henry Cejudo defeats Ray Borg by Unanimous Decision in 15:00 (Rated: Awful) Canadian Tournament Combat 48 (November 2021)

Knock Out of the Year

Bojan Velickovic defeats Marcin Pionke by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:22 of Round 3 (Rated: Excellent) PLMMA 82: Bad Intentions (April 2021)

Submission of the Year

Brian Kelleher defeats Dominick Cruz by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:01 of Round 3 (Rated: Fantastic) UFC on ESPN: Costa vs. Whittaker II (November 2021)

Main Event of the Year

Bojan Velickovic defeats Marcin Pionke by Knock Out (Punch) in 1:22 of Round 3 (Rated: Excellent) PLMMA 82: Bad Intentions (April 2021)

Upset of the Year

Jessica Penne defeats Brianna Van Buren by Split Decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28) in 5:00 of Round 3 (Rated: Good) UFC 261: Yan vs. Dvalishvili (December 2021)

Van Buren (Favorite: -350) Penne (Underdog: +270)

CageRage · February 23, 2021

Friday, Week 1, January 2021

MAIN EVENT

CTC Light Heavyweight Title Bout: Anthony "Lionheart" Smith (36-18, 2-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #2, Favorite: -830) vs. "King Mo" Muhammed Lawal (25-10-1NC, 4-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #12, Underdog: +660)

Anthony Smith has massive power in his strikes, and a varied, and unorthodox kicking game. He can also bully opponents with wrestling, and take them down, where he can control from on top, and work with ground and pound, and a strong submission game. He entered the Grand Prix late, and won a Unanimous Decision over Jordan Johnson in the Championship Quarter-Finals, and knocked out Rashid Yusupov in the Championship Semi-Finals. Muhammed Lawal has an amateur boxing pedigree and loves to head hunt for big KO punches, he also has good footwork, but his strenght is his powerful wrestling game, whether bullying opponents in the clinch or taking them down and controlling from on top, while raining down relentless ground and pound. He knocked out Ibo Aslan in the opening round, won by TKO over Smealinho Rama in the Championship Second Round, knocked out Abdul-Kerim Edilov in the Championship Quarter-Finals, and won by TKO over Marcel Fortuna in the Championship Semi-Finals.

CO-MAIN EVENT

Lightweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: John "The Bull" Makdessi (19-8, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #6, Favorite: -150) vs. Paul "Sassangle" Sass (17-3, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #24, Underdog: -140)

John Makdessi is a talented kick boxer with some power on his strikes. He throws a lot of unorthodox kicks and has good hand speed. He won a Unanimous Decision over David Rickels in the opening round, won by TKO over Daron Cruickshank in the Championship Second Round, then lost a Unanimous Decision to Ronys Torres in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Paul Sass is a talented BJJ player, with a deadly triangle choke. His stand-up is raw and his ground game is reliant on his dangerous guard. He submitted Mark Holst in the opening round, lost a Unanimous Decision to Efrain Escudero in the Championship Second Round, then submitted Kajan Johnson in the #1 Contender Second Round, and won a Unanimous Decision over Mansour Barnaoui in the #1 Contender Third Round.

MAIN CARD

Light Heavyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: "Pezao" Vinny Magalhaes (22-13-1NC, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Favorite: -550) vs. Cory Hendricks (8-3, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #20, Underdog: +430)

Vinny Magalhaes is not a great striker, but is a world class grappler with a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jiu, who will look to get a fight to the ground as soon as possible, and work his deadly submission game. He lost by TKO (Cut) to Dominick Reyes in the opening round, then submitted Marcus Sursa in the #1 Contender First Round, Timo Feucht in the #1 Contender Second Round, and Misha Cirkunov in the #1 Contender Third Round. Cory Hendricks is a natural athlete, who played basketball before transitioning to MMA. He is a capable grappler that has developed a devastating head kick. He was submitted by Csaba Hocz in the opening round, then won by TKO over Oscar Sosa in the #1 Contender First Round, won a Unanimous Decision over Mateusz Symoczko in the #1 Contender Second Round, and won by TKO over Shamil Akhmedov in the #1 Contender Third Round.

CTC Lightweight Title Bout: Mateusz "Gamer" Gamrot (21-1-1NC, 4-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #4, Favorite: -630) vs. Ronys Torres (41-6, 4-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #8, Underdog: +500)

Mateusz Gamrot has power in his punches, and good footwork, but his real strength is his overpowering wrestling, which he uses to bully opponents in the clinch, or taking the fight to the ground, where he can control from anywhere, and work his submission game. He won Unanimous Decisions over Patricky Freire in the opening round, T.J. Grant in the Championship Second Round, and Efrain Escudero in the Championship Quarter-Finals, before submitting Mike Ricci in the Championship Semi-Finals. Ronys Torres has some okay technical boxing, and good Muay Thai clinch work, but he prefers to get the fight to the ground, where he can work his Jiu-Jitsu game, and deadly submissions. He submitted Collin Baikie in the opening round, then won Unanimous Decisions over Chris Wade in the Championship Second Round, and John Makdessi in the Championship Quarter-Finals, then won by TKO over Anthony Pettis in the Championship Semi-Finals.

Light Heavyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Dominick "The Devastator" Reyes (15-3, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #1, Favorite: -860) vs. Csaba Hocz (9-2, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #22, Underdog: +680)

Dominick Reyes is a devastating striker, with crisp powerful punches and kicks, and the ability to obliterate in the Thai clinch. He throws a large volume of head kicks. He is no slouch on the ground either, able to control from anywhere, and either rain down ground and pound, or work a slick submission game. He won by TKO (Cut) over Vinny Magalhaes in the opening round, then lost a Unanimous Decision to Jordan Johnson in the Championship Second Round, he won by TKO (Cut) over Emanuel Newton in the #1 Contender Second Round, then won by TKO over Smealinho Rama in the #1 Contender Third Round. Csaba Hocz is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu player with crisp, powerful boxing, and powerful leg kicks. He can also bully opponents in the clinch. If the fight does go to the ground, he can work submissions from his dangerous guard. He submitted Cory Hendricks in the opening round, then knocked out Corey Anderson in the Championship Second Round, before losing a Unanimous Decision to Marcel Fortuna in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

Light Heavyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Jarod "Doughboy" Trice (7-1, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #24, Underdog: +150) vs. Abdul-Kerim "The Chechenyan Lion" Edilov (19-5, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -200)

Jarod Trice loves to head hunt for one-punch knock outs, and has powerful head kicks as well. He likes to use his wrestling to bully opponents in the clinch, or take them down, where he can control from on top, while raining down brutal ground and pound. He won a Unanimous Decision over Mateusz Symoczko in the opening round, then was submitted by Marcel Fortuna in the Championship Second Round, then submitted Lukasz Sudolski in the #1 Contender Second Round, and won a Unanimous Decision over Wagner Prado in the #1 Contender Third Round. Abdul-Kerim Edilov is a huge Light Heavyweight, who has crisp, powerful boxing, and uses his Sambo background to bully opponents with wrestling, and take opponents to the ground, where he can work either strikes, or submissions. He submitted Matt Clempner in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Miro Jurkovic in the Championship Second Round, before being knocked out by Muhammed Lawal in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

Lightweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Mairbek "Beckan" Taisumov (29-7, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #5, Favorite: -270) vs. Rick "The Gladiator" Glenn (22-7-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: #20, Underdog: +210)

Mairbek Taisumov is an excellent striker, with good mobility and good punching power. His ground game is a work in progress, but he's shown some submission skills. He won by TKO over Kajan Johnson in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Anthony Romero in the Championship Second Round, before being submitted by Mike Ricci in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Rick Glenn is a tough striker with a boxing background, he has good power and a brutal clinch game. While not the strongest grappler, he remains a submission threat. He is a late entrant in the Grand Prix, and is coming off a second round submission victory over a local fighter at a local show.

Lightweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Mandel Nallo (10-2-1, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +100) vs. Roosevelt "The Predator" Roberts (12-5, 2-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -110)

Mandel Nallo has good technical boxing, and powerful head kicks, with good footwork. He likes to use his wrestling to get opponents to the ground, where he can control from on top, and either work ground and pound, or submissions. He lost a Unanimous Decision to Alex Ricci in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Jesse Ronson in the #1 Contender First Round, submitted Willamy Freire in the #1 Contender Second Round, and won a Unanimous Decision over Patricky Freire in the #1 Contender Third Round. Roosevelt Roberts is a crisp, powerful boxer, with a decent technical kicking game. He prefers to fight on the ground, where his deadly submissions come into play. He entered the Grand Prix late, submitting Anthony Romero in the #1 Contender Second Round, then winning a Unanimous Decision over David Rickels in the #1 Contender Third Round.

Light Heavyweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourht Round Bout: Jordan Johnson (14-3-1-1NC, 2-1-1NC, CTC Rank: #13, Favorite: -630) vs. James Bochnovic (10-3, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #18, Underdog: +500)

Jordan Johnson is a crisp, powerful boxer, but prefers to fight in close, using his overpowering wrestling to bully opponents in the clinch, or get opponents to the ground, where he can work a strong submission game. He won by TKO over Lukasz Sudolski in the opening round, then won a Unanimous Decision over Dominick Reyes in the Championship Second Round, then was submitted by Robert Drysdale in the Championship Quarter-Finals, but got a second chance when Drysdale failed a drug test, losing a Unanimous Decision to Anthony Johnson in the Championship Quarter-Finals. James Bochnovic is a power puncher with good footwork, who can stop takedowns, and defend against submissions. If on the ground he can work submissions off his back. He knocked out Oscar Sosa in the opening round, then knocked out Hans Stringer in the Championship Second Round, before losing a Unanimous Decision to Rashid Yusupov in the Championship Quarter-Finals.

Lightweight #1 Contender Grand Prix Fourth Round Bout: Koji Takeda (13-2, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +190) vs. "Fearless" Lance Gibson Jr. (6-1, 3-1 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -250)

Koji Takeda is an good technical boxer, with a decent kicking game, but prefers to get fights to the ground, where he can grind out results from top control. He won by TKO over Kurt Southern in the opening round, then won by TKO over Rafa Garcia in the Championship Second Round, then lost a Unanimous Decision to Anthony Pettis in the Championship Quarter-Finals. Lance Gibson Jr. is a powerful striker, with the technique to back it up, he also has good takedowns, and can control from on top while raining down brutal ground and pound. He lost by Unanimous Decision to Chris Wade in the opening round, then knocked out Ryan Machan in the #1 Contender First Round, won by TKO over Olivier Aubin-Mercier in the #1 Contender Second Round, then knocked out Rafa Garcia in the #1 Contender Third Round.

PRELIMINARY CARD

Flyweight Bout: Sylvester "Gladiator" Chipfumbu (5-5, 0-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +430) vs. Tenshin Nasukawa (4-0, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -550)

Sylvester Chipfumbu is a Karate striker, who has heavy hands, and a skillful kicking game that lacks power. He has excellent takedown defence, and can defend himself on the ground. He is coming off a TKO loss to Makoto Takahashi in his last fight. Tenshin Nasukawa is a devastating kick boxer, with both power, and technique in his punches and kicks. He can devastate with knees from the Thai clinch. He can defend takedowns, and submissions, and has brutal ground and pound. He hasn't fought since May 2018, as Rizin for some reason weren't using him, and is coming off a second round TKO victory over Yusaku Nakamura.

Womens Heavyweight Bout: Peggy "The Daywalker" Morgan (4-6, 0-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -260) vs. Whitney "Archer" Hoag (3-1, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +200)

Peggy Morgan is a decent kick boxer, with good footwork, and has strong stand-up wrestling, and takedowns, where she can control from on top while raining down ground and pound. She is coming off a TKO loss to Megan Anderson in her last fight. Whitney Hoag is a mixed martial artist, who comes from a National calibre boxing background. She is a good technical boxer, with decent leg kicks. If the fight gets to the ground, she has strong positional Jiu-Jitsu with good scrambling and sweeps. She can rain down ground and pound from on top. She is coming off a first round TKO victory over Kaylen Tolman in PFL.

Womens Flyweight Bout (Sunna Rannveig Davidsdottir Retiring): Sunna "Tsunami" Rannveig Davidsdottir (5-1, 2-1 CTC, CTC Rank: #12, Favorite: -330) vs. Priscila "Zombie Girl" Cachoeira (10-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +260)

Sunna Rannveig Davidsdottir is retiring following this fight, she is a crisp, powerful boxer, who can defend takedowns, and submissions. She is coming off a TKO victory over Griet Eeckhout in her last fight. Priscila Cachoeira is a Muay Thai striker, with decent technical boxing, and a good kicking game. She will constantly come forward during a fight to force striking exchanges, and can devastate an opponents with elbows and knees from the Thai clinch, and has good takedown defend, and is very hard to submit on the ground. She is coming off a second round TKO loss to Cynthia Calvillo in the UFC.

Lightweight Bout: Teemu "Pacu" Packalen (9-4, 0-0 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Favorite: -930) vs. Mike Sledzion (3-6, 0-2 CTC, CTC Rank: Unranked, Underdog: +740)

Teemu Packalen is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu player, who has good boxing, and power in his head kicks, he has strong takedowns, that lead straight into his deadly Jiu-Jitsu game. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Anthony Dizy in M-1 in his last fight. Mike Sledzion is an unorthodox striker, who uses a decent boxing game. He can control on the ground while hunting submissions. He is coming off an 18 second knock out loss to Mansour Barnaoui in his last fight.

Weigh-In Results

Anthony Smith (205 lbs) vs. Muhammed Lawal (205 lbs)

John Makdessi (155 lbs) vs. Paul Sass (155 lbs)

Vinny Magalhaes (205 lbs) vs. Cory Hendricks (205 lbs)

Mateusz Gamrot (155 lbs) vs. Ronys Torres (155 lbs)

Dominick Reyes (205 lbs) vs. Csaba Hocz (205 lbs)

Jarod Trice (205 lbs) vs. Abdul-Kerim Edilov (205 lbs)

Mairbek Taisumov (155 lbs) vs. Rick Glenn (155 lbs)

Mandel Nallo (155 lbs) vs. Roosevelt Roberts (155 lbs)

Jordan Johnson (205 lbs) vs. James Bochnovic (205 lbs)

Koji Takeda (155 lbs) vs. Lance Gibson Jr. (155 lbs)

Sylvester Chipfumbu (125 lbs) vs. Tenshin Nasukawa (125 lbs)

Peggy Morgan (148 lbs) vs. Whitney Hoag (164 lbs)

Sunna Rannveig Davidsdottir (125 lbs) vs. Priscila Cachoeira (125 lbs)

Teemu Packalen (155 lbs) vs. Mike Sledzion (155 lbs)

TOURNAMENT DRAW

Canadian Tournament Combat 53 Full Fight Card

LHW Title: Anthony Smith vs. Muhammed Lawal

LW #1: John Makdessi vs. Paul Sass

LHW #1: Vinny Magalhaes vs. Cory Hendricks

LW Title: Mateusz Gamrot vs. Ronys Torres

LHW #1: Dominick Reyes vs. Csaba Hocz

LHW #1: Jarod Trice vs. Abdul-Kerim Edilov

LW #1: Mairbek Taisumov vs. Rick Glenn

LW #1: Mandel Nallo vs. Roosevelt Roberts

LHW #1: Jordan Johnson vs. James Bochnovic

LW #1: Koji Takeda vs. Lance Gibson Jr.

FLY: Sylvester Chipfumbu vs. Tenshin Nazukawa

WHW: Peggy Morgan vs. Whitney Hoag

WFLY: Sunna Rannveig Davidsdottir vs. Priscila Cachoeira

LW: Temmu Packalen vs. Mike Sledzion

Majster_93 · February 23, 2021

LHW Title: Anthony Smith vs. Muhammed Lawal

LW #1: John Makdessi vs. Paul Sass

LHW #1: Vinny Magalhaes vs. Cory Hendricks

LW Title: Mateusz Gamrot vs. Ronys Torres

LHW #1: Dominick Reyes vs. Csaba Hocz

LHW #1: Jarod Trice vs. Abdul-Kerim Edilov

LW #1: Mairbek Taisumov vs. Rick Glenn

LW #1: Mandel Nallo vs. Roosevelt Roberts

LHW #1: Jordan Johnson vs. James Bochnovic

LW #1: Koji Takeda vs. Lance Gibson Jr.

FLY: Sylvester Chipfumbu vs. Tenshin Nazukawa

WHW: Peggy Morgan vs. Whitney Hoag

WFLY: Sunna Rannveig Davidsdottir vs. Priscila Cachoeira

LW: Temmu Packalen vs. Mike Sledzion

vladjarca · February 24, 2021

LHW Title: Anthony Smith vs. Muhammed Lawal

LW #1: John Makdessi vs. Paul Sass

LHW #1: Vinny Magalhaes vs. Cory Hendricks

LW Title: Mateusz Gamrot vs. Ronys Torres

LHW #1: Dominick Reyes vs. Csaba Hocz

LHW #1: Jarod Trice vs. Abdul-Kerim Edilov

LW #1: Mairbek Taisumov vs. Rick Glenn

LW #1: Mandel Nallo vs. Roosevelt Roberts

LHW #1: Jordan Johnson vs. James Bochnovic

LW #1: Koji Takeda vs. Lance Gibson Jr.

FLY: Sylvester Chipfumbu vs. Tenshin Nazukawa

WHW: Peggy Morgan vs. Whitney Hoag

WFLY: Sunna Rannveig Davidsdottir vs. Priscila Cachoeira

LW: Temmu Packalen vs. Mike Sledzion

CageRage · February 25, 2021

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Friday, Week 1, January 2022

Live From Regina, Saskatchewan

PRELIMINARY CARD

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

LIGHTWEIGHT BOUT

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VS.

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Teemu "Pacu" Packalen (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Turku, Finland, Favorite: -930) vs. Mike Sledzion (3-6, 0-2 CTC, From: Orillia, Ontario, Underdog: +740)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our first prelim fight is up next, in which Teemu 'Pacu' Packalen takes on Mike Sledzion.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ricardo Almeida, Sal D'Amato, and Cardo Urso.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Packalen chooses to shoot in on Sledzion.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) The takedown is completed, Sledzion is on his back and pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 14:36) Packalen attempts to pass guard.
(Rd 1 - 14:36) Sledzion was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.
(Rd 1 - 14:25) The scramble results in Sledzion being on his back pulling half guard.
(Rd 1 - 14:06) Packalen attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.
(Rd 1 - 14:06) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Sledzion starts a scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 13:52) Packalen manages to come out on top, holding Sledzion down in turtle position, facing him.
(Rd 1 - 13:33) Seeing that a soccer kick is about to be thrown to the body, Sledzion springs to his feet.
(Rd 1 - 13:15) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.
(Rd 1 - 12:54) Sledzion fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 12:30) Sledzion throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 1 - 12:11) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 11:44) Sledzion throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 11:24) Sledzion shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 11:24) He has the takedown as Packalen simply pulled guard and didn't even fight it.
(Rd 1 - 11:12) For the moment Sledzion is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 10:54) Sledzion gets pulled in tight, stopping him from posturing up or launching any attacks.
(Rd 1 - 10:29) Sledzion throws some minor strikes.
(Rd 1 - 10:12) Sledzion uses a quick shoulder smash.
(Rd 1 - 10:03) Packalen grabs an arm and raises his legs, trying to lock Sledzion into a triangle choke.
(Rd 1 - 10:03) In a show of great skill, Sledzion spins out of the triangle attempt and gains side control.
(Rd 1 - 09:36) Sledzion fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.
(Rd 1 - 09:17) Packalen struggles and does well, managing to get full guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:00) Time slips away as Sledzion successfully keeps Packalen stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 08:33) The clock runs down as Packalen is being smothered against the ground by Sledzion.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Sledzion lies on top of Packalen, basically smothering him.
(Rd 1 - 07:34) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Sledzion closes in on Packalen, looking to unleash some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Packalen appeared to be going for a takedown, but Sledzion took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) A punch from Sledzion fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) Packalen lands a couple of weak left hands that barely registered.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) Sledzion throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Packalen shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Sledzion is left on his back pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:41) Packalen throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 06:23) Packalen begins trying to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:23) Sledzion tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Packalen is up first and quickly grabs Sledzion as he too stands up, getting back control.
(Rd 1 - 05:50) Packalen, holding Sledzion from behind, looks to try and drag him down to the floor.
(Rd 1 - 05:50) Sledzion tries to block it but has limited success and Packalen eventually succeeds with the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 05:35) Packalen gets side control on Sledzion.
(Rd 1 - 05:35) Stuck under side control, Sledzion takes a knee to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 05:23) In side control, Packalen begins working to get a mount.
(Rd 1 - 05:23) Packalen struggles but cannot mount Sledzion.
(Rd 1 - 04:33) Stuck under side control, Sledzion takes a knee to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) Packalen attempts a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 04:17) The kimura is fully applied, Sledzion has no option but to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 03:55) By submission, the winner is Teemu Packalen!

Official Result: Teemu 'Pacu' Packalen defeats Mike Sledzion (Submission (Kimura) in 11:05 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Teemu Packalen gives a name-check to everyone at Combat Brothers, 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 here. Teemu Packalen can certainly talk and it makes him very marketable as a result.

WOMENS FLYWEIGHT BOUT: SUNNA RANNVEIG DAVIDSDOTTIR RETIREMENT

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VS.

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Sunna "Tsunami" Rannveig Davidsdottir (5-1, 2-1 CTC, From: Reykjavik, Iceland, Favorite: -330) vs. Priscila "Zombie Girl" Cachoeira (10-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Niteroi, Brazil, Underdog: +260)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Sunna 'Tsunami' Rannveig Davidsdottir taking on Priscila 'Zombie Girl' Cachoeira.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Yves Lavigne.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Sal D'Amato, Cardo Urso, and Nelson Hamilton.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Davidsdottir milks her introduction, getting the fans involved right from the get-go.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Davidsdottir and Cachoeira lock eyes during the introductions, both fighters look up for this.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:50) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 14:50) Cachoeira hits a left jab and also scores a glancing blow with a right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:50) Davidsdottir uses a left jab and also nails a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 14:35) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) Cachoeira is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 14:14) Davidsdottir lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 13:56) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 13:27) Relentless as ever, Cachoeira comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 13:27) Davidsdottir manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 13:27) Cachoeira lands a left jab but Davidsdottir dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next.
(Rd 1 - 13:04) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 12:33) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:33) Davidsdottir blocks a leg kick and counters with a left jab and a solid right hand.
(Rd 1 - 12:17) Cachoeira comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 12:17) Davidsdottir manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 12:17) Cachoeira fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.
(Rd 1 - 12:00) Cachoeira comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 12:00) Davidsdottir manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 12:00) Cachoeira lands a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 1 - 11:39) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 11:39) Cachoeira lands a left jab but misses with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 11:39) Davidsdottir hits a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 11:26) Cachoeira attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 11:26) Davidsdottir hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 11:26) Davidsdottir is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint.
(Rd 1 - 11:26) Cachoeira hits a left jab and then she hits Davidsdottir with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 11:04) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 10:42) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 10:42) Davidsdottir scores with a jab but misses with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 10:42) Cachoeira lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 10:33) Davidsdottir glances at the clock.
(Rd 1 - 10:18) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 1 - 09:58) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 09:32) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 08:43) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.
(Rd 1 - 08:20) Walking down her opponent, Cachoeira advances.
(Rd 1 - 08:20) Davidsdottir hits two left hands on the counter.
(Rd 1 - 08:20) Cachoeira fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.
(Rd 1 - 08:04) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 07:34) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:34) Davidsdottir connects with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:34) Cachoeira hits a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:11) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:11) Cachoeira lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 07:11) Davidsdottir uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 06:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 06:55) Cachoeira scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 06:55) Davidsdottir is off target with a left jab but hits a good right hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:35) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) Davidsdottir doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a kick to the leg.
(Rd 1 - 06:04) Cachoeira hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 05:45) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 05:12) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 05:12) Cachoeira misses a right cross that leaves her wide open to the counter. Davidsdottir comes in with a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 05:02) Taking a few gulps of breath, Davidsdottir is giving the first hint that she is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 04:30) Cachoeira acknowledges some instructions from her corner with a curt nod of the head and returns her full attention to the fight.
(Rd 1 - 04:15) Cachoeira steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 04:15) Davidsdottir hits two left hands on the counter.
(Rd 1 - 04:15) Cachoeira throws a one-two, but Davidsdottir was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 03:53) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 03:53) Cachoeira easily checks a leg kick and counters with a jab and a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Cachoeira comes forward on the attack.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Davidsdottir fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Cachoeira can't connect with a jab, but then she lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 03:31) For the first time, Cachoeira is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 1 - 03:25) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 03:25) Cachoeira lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 03:25) Davidsdottir finds a way past her opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) Cachoeira is off-target with a jab but hits a glancing high kick.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) Davidsdottir hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 02:42) Cachoeira comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 02:42) Davidsdottir fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 02:42) A jab lands from Cachoeira but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 1 - 02:23) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 01:57) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.
(Rd 1 - 01:28) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 01:28) Cachoeira goes to the legs with a low kick. Davidsdottir lands a left jab but misses a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 01:09) Cachoeira comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 01:09) Davidsdottir lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 01:09) Cachoeira lands a left jab but Davidsdottir evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 00:49) Cachoeira stalks forward, pressuring Davidsdottir.
(Rd 1 - 00:49) Davidsdottir lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 00:49) Cachoeira fails to find a home for her jab, but then she lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 00:37) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 00:37) Davidsdottir hits a jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 00:37) Cachoeira finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 1 - 00:18) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 00:18) Cachoeira scores with a jab and also hits a glancing high kick.
(Rd 1 - 00:18) Davidsdottir scores with a great right hook.
(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 given Davidsdottir the win.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Sunna 'Tsunami' Rannveig Davidsdottir!

Official Result: Sunna 'Tsunami' Rannveig Davidsdottir defeats Priscila 'Zombie Girl' Cachoeira (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

Post-Fight: Sunna Rannveig Davidsdottir confirms that this was her last MMA fight and thanks some of the people who have been important through her career.

WOMENS HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT

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Peggy "The Daywalker" Morgan (4-6, 0-2 CTC, From: Nashua, New Hampshire, Favorite: -260) vs. Whitney "Archer" Hoag (3-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Portland, Oregon, Underdog: +200)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Peggy 'The Daywalker' Morgan facing Whitney 'Archer' Hoag.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Yves Lavigne.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Marcos Rosales, Ricardo Almeida, and Sal D'Amato.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 14:50) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.
(Rd 1 - 14:27) Hoag stalks forward, pressuring Morgan.
(Rd 1 - 14:27) Morgan lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 14:27) A jab lands from Hoag but a big right to the body fails to find the target.
(Rd 1 - 14:10) Hoag comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 14:10) Morgan manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 14:10) Hoag connects with a nice jab and then she hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 13:53) Morgan lands a weak, tentative jab.
(Rd 1 - 13:53) Hoag lands two left hands, but Morgan evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 13:34) Morgan lands a weak, tentative jab.
(Rd 1 - 13:34) Hoag can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 13:24) Hoag comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 13:24) Morgan hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 13:24) Hoag throws a two-punch combo but Morgan avoids both.
(Rd 1 - 13:07) Hoag stalks forward, pressuring Morgan.
(Rd 1 - 13:07) Morgan manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 13:07) Hoag throws a two-punch combo but Morgan avoids both.
(Rd 1 - 12:50) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 12:13) Hoag stalks forward, pressuring Morgan.
(Rd 1 - 12:13) Morgan manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 12:13) Hoag lands a left hand and then she catches Morgan with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 11:56) Hoag confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 11:56) Morgan, looking very tentative, pokes out a pair of quick jabs; neither had any power on them.
(Rd 1 - 11:56) Hoag lands a left hand and then catches Morgan with a right hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 11:40) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 1 - 11:12) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 11:12) Morgan doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 11:12) Hoag hits a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 10:53) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.
(Rd 1 - 10:35) Hoag steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 1 - 10:35) Morgan manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 10:35) A one-two from Hoag fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 10:18) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) Hoag connects with two left jabs, but her big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 09:05) Hoag initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:05) Morgan hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 09:05) Hoag can't connect with a jab, but then she catches Morgan with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:43) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.
(Rd 1 - 08:16) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:16) Morgan finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 1 - 08:16) Hoag hits a jab and also scores with a massive right hook to the jaw!
(Rd 1 - 08:02) She's down! Morgan falls to the floor!
(Rd 1 - 08:02) Hoag quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Morgan!
(Rd 1 - 08:02) Hoag pounds away, landing several great shots that rock Morgan!
(Rd 1 - 07:46) Hoag gets off balance as she tries to finish the fight, allowing Morgan to sweep her and start a scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 07:46) The scramble sees Morgan up first, and she is quick to wrestle Hoag up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Morgan looks to set up a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Morgan uses a superb outside leg trip!
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Hoag winds up seated, her back to the cage, with Morgan pressing onto her.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) Morgan starts trying to get Hoag on her back so that she can gain a better position.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) She is much too good for Hoag, and gets the mount!
(Rd 1 - 06:27) Morgan pounds away on Hoag, landing several great shots that rock her!
(Rd 1 - 06:27) With Hoag taking a beating, referee Yves Lavigne has to stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Peggy Morgan takes the victory by way of TKO!

Official Result: Peggy 'The Daywalker' Morgan defeats Whitney 'Archer' Hoag (TKO (Strikes) in 8:52 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

Post-Fight: Peggy Morgan takes the microphone and announces that she has decided to retire from MMA.

FLYWEIGHT BOUT

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Sylvester "Gladiator" Chipfumbu (5-5, 0-2 CTC, From: Gweru, Zimbabwe, Underdog: +430) vs. Tenshin Nasukawa (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Chiba, Japan, Favorite: -550)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Sylvester 'Gladiator' Chipfumbu squares off with Tenshin Nasukawa in the CTC Flyweight division.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Sal D'Amato, Cardo Urso, and Nelson Hamilton.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 14:51) Nasukawa initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 14:51) Chipfumbu misses with a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 14:51) Nasukawa can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Chipfumbu with a sensational high left head kick!
(Rd 1 - 14:51) Chipfumbu is knocked down!
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Nasukawa senses victory and starts to unload with punches!
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Nasukawa pounds away on Chipfumbu, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!
(Rd 1 - 14:45) The referee jumps in and saves Chipfumbu from taking any more shots!
(Rd 1 - 14:30) The winner, by TKO, is Tenshin Nasukawa!

Official Result: Tenshin Nasukawa defeats Sylvester 'Gladiator' Chipfumbu (TKO (Strikes) in 0:30 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Tenshin Nasukawa thanks everyone connected to Evolve MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here. He knows exactly how to handle these sort of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself.

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LIGHTWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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Koji Takeda (13-2, 2-1 CTC, From: Misato, Japan, Underdog: +190) vs. "Fearless" Lance Gibson Jr. (6-1, 3-1 CTC, From: Port Moody, British Columbia, Favorite: -250)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) We open the main portion of the show with Koji Takeda battling 'Fearless' Lance Gibson Jr..
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Yves Lavigne will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges are: Marcos Rosales, Ricardo Almeida, 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 - 14:50) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 14:50) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.
(Rd 1 - 14:50) Gibson Jr. tries a left hook but misses.
(Rd 1 - 14:50) Takeda is off target with a pair of jabs and also misses with a spinning back kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:20) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 14:20) Gibson Jr. hits a jab but misses with a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:20) Takeda scores with a jab and also lands a right hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 14:03) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 14:03) Gibson Jr. lands a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:03) Takeda hits a right jab and also hits a glancing high kick.
(Rd 1 - 13:47) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 13:14) Takeda attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 13:14) Gibson Jr. hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 13:14) Takeda connects with a jab but his big left hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 12:51) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 12:20) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 11:44) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 11:16) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 11:16) Gibson Jr. hits a couple of jabs but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 11:16) Takeda lands a right jab and a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 10:48) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 10:48) Takeda hits a jab but misses with a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 10:48) Gibson Jr. finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 1 - 10:28) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 10:28) Takeda hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 10:28) Gibson Jr. misses with a right jab but lands a nice left hook.
(Rd 1 - 10:11) Takeda initiates an exchange of strikes.
(Rd 1 - 10:11) Gibson Jr. hits two right hands on the counter.
(Rd 1 - 10:11) Takeda lands two right hands, but misses with a vicious left hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Takeda comes forward.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Gibson Jr. hit a counter right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Takeda fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) Takeda misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Gibson Jr. comes in with a quick right jab and a left hand that landed cleanly.
(Rd 1 - 09:14) Gibson Jr. glances at the clock.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) Takeda uses a right jab and also hits a glancing high kick.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) Gibson Jr. scores with a jab and also scores with a great left hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Takeda comes forward on the attack.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Gibson Jr. hits two right hands on the counter.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Takeda misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a spin kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Takeda misses with a big left hand, allowing Gibson Jr. to counter with a quick right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Gibson Jr. really used his huge reach advantage well there.
(Rd 1 - 08:05) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:05) Gibson Jr. hits a jab and also lands a nice left hook. Takeda lands a nice left hook.
(Rd 1 - 07:47) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) We move into the second half of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) Takeda uses a pair of right jabs but has a left hand taken on the gloves. Gibson Jr. scores with a jab and also lands a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 07:10) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:10) Takeda avoids a left hand and fights back with a right jab and a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 06:55) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 06:55) Takeda misses with a right jab but lands a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 06:55) Gibson Jr. scores with a jab and also lands a low kick.
(Rd 1 - 06:40) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 06:40) Gibson Jr. hits a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:40) Takeda lands a right jab and also scores with a spin kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 06:29) Gibson Jr. is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 1 - 06:15) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 06:15) Takeda hits a right jab and also scores with a right hook to the side of the body.
(Rd 1 - 06:15) Gibson Jr. scores with a jab and also hits a right to the body.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Gibson Jr. is off-target with a jab but hits a kick to the leg.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Takeda hits a right hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 05:37) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 05:37) Gibson Jr. misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right jab and a leg kick that narrowly misses the target.
(Rd 1 - 05:20) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.
(Rd 1 - 05:08) Takeda glances at the clock, grimacing slightly.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) Gibson Jr. hits a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 04:53) Takeda scores with a jab but has a left hook blocked.
(Rd 1 - 04:35) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.
(Rd 1 - 03:59) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 03:59) Gibson Jr. scores with a jab but fails on a leg kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 03:59) Takeda hits a jab and also nails a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 03:47) Takeda is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 1 - 03:33) It looked like we were about to see Takeda try and get some grappling started, but Gibson Jr. was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 03:33) A punch from Gibson Jr. fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 03:21) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 02:54) Takeda steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 02:54) Gibson Jr. hit two counter right hands.
(Rd 1 - 02:54) A one-two from Takeda fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 02:46) Gibson Jr. acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head.
(Rd 1 - 02:40) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:40) Takeda hits a right jab but misses a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 02:40) Gibson Jr. finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 1 - 02:14) Takeda attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 02:14) Gibson Jr. fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 02:14) Takeda connects with a jab but Gibson Jr. dodges a big left head kick follow-up.
(Rd 1 - 01:52) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:52) Takeda lands a right jab and a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 01:52) Gibson Jr. scores with a great left hook.
(Rd 1 - 01:34) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.
(Rd 1 - 01:10) Gibson Jr. looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.
(Rd 1 - 01:10) Clinched with Takeda, Gibson Jr. looks to try and take him down.
(Rd 1 - 01:10) Takeda cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.
(Rd 1 - 00:51) We're into the final minute of the round.
(Rd 1 - 00:51) Gibson Jr. pounds away with left hands, but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:39) Gibson Jr. blocks Takeda as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:26) Gibson Jr. tries to pound on Takeda, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 00:06) Gibson Jr. blocks Takeda as he tries a transition to guard.
(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 agreed that Gibson Jr. is the winner.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Fearless' Lance Gibson Jr.!

Official Result: 'Fearless' Lance Gibson Jr. defeats Koji Takeda (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Lance Gibson Jr. praises his team at Gibson MMA, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Lance Gibson Jr. gives a show of respect to his opponent.

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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Jordan Johnson (14-3-1-1NC, 2-1-1NC CTC, From: Richmond, Virginia, Favorite: -630) vs. James Bochnovic (10-3, 2-1 CTC, From: Kenosha, Wisconsin, Underdog: +500)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up, Jordan Johnson vs. James Bochnovic.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Marc Goddard will be the referee.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our cageside judges are: Cardo Urso, Nelson Hamilton, and Marcos Rosales.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 14:50) Bochnovic moves in on Johnson, preparing to throw.
(Rd 1 - 14:50) Johnson, backing off, hits two weak left hands.
(Rd 1 - 14:50) Bochnovic throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 1 - 14:35) Johnson uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt.
(Rd 1 - 14:35) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Bochnovic pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Johnson tries to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 14:29) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Bochnovic starts a scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 14:17) Johnson manages to come out on top, with Bochnovic pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 14:05) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Johnson keeps very tight to Bochnovic, peppering him with short strikes.
(Rd 1 - 13:53) Bochnovic tries to catch Johnson with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 13:35) Johnson attempts to pass guard.
(Rd 1 - 13:35) After a struggle, he gets to half guard.
(Rd 1 - 12:55) Johnson attempts to pass half guard.
(Rd 1 - 12:55) Bochnovic doesn't let Johnson get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place.
(Rd 1 - 12:27) Johnson blocks Bochnovic as he tries to get enough separation to scramble up.
(Rd 1 - 12:14) Johnson fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 11:54) Johnson blocks Bochnovic as he tries a transition to full guard.
(Rd 1 - 11:35) Johnson throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 11:12) Bochnovic tries to sweep Johnson but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 10:46) In half guard, Johnson catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 10:22) Bochnovic tries to sweep Johnson but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 10:09) Johnson throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Bochnovic tries to get full guard on Johnson but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) Johnson uses a left jab while backing away.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) Bochnovic throws a punch but Johnson was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 09:16) Johnson comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:16) He has the takedown! Bochnovic pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) Johnson is trying to pass guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Bochnovic tries to get back up.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) Johnson manages to come out on top, with Bochnovic pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:36) Johnson looks to get past the guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:36) He eventually passes, but only into half guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:02) Johnson begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.
(Rd 1 - 08:02) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Bochnovic starts a scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Bochnovic ends up in half guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:31) Bochnovic fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) Johnson tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Bochnovic doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 06:58) Bochnovic throws a few right hands to the body.
(Rd 1 - 06:31) Bochnovic blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:18) Bochnovic keeps Johnson guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Johnson tries to get full guard on Bochnovic but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 05:44) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Bochnovic.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) Johnson catches the last kick!
(Rd 1 - 05:24) Bochnovic hops on one foot, trying to balance. Johnson tries for a takedown attempt.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) Johnson drives Bochnovic up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:10) Johnson stomps down on his opponent's foot.
(Rd 1 - 05:00) Johnson tries to get Bochnovic into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 05:00) Bochnovic doesn't let himself get caught in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) Smothered against the cage, Bochnovic cannot get free.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.
(Rd 1 - 03:38) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Marc Goddard restarts them back in the center.
(Rd 1 - 03:28) A jab lands from Bochnovic, but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 03:20) Johnson gets hold of Bochnovic without taking too much damage.
(Rd 1 - 03:10) Using his wrestling skills, Johnson is trying to push Bochnovic up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:10) Johnson does it, Bochnovic is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:59) Johnson is trying to force Bochnovic into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 02:59) Johnson manages it and now controls Bochnovic by the back of the head.
(Rd 1 - 02:41) Johnson keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.
(Rd 1 - 02:13) Johnson tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Bochnovic isn't able to get free of the clinch either.
(Rd 1 - 01:40) From the clinch, Bochnovic gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.
(Rd 1 - 01:25) Bochnovic tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.
(Rd 1 - 00:49) From the clinch, Johnson drives a knee into the face of Bochnovic...and knocks him out!
(Rd 1 - 00:34) By knock out, the winner is Jordan Johnson!

Official Result: Jordan Johnson defeats James Bochnovic (Knock Out (Knee) in 14:26 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Jordan Johnson gives a name-check to everyone at Victory MMA, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He says that he has a lot of respect for James Bochnovic and praises his toughness.

LIGHTWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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Mandel Nallo (10-2-1, 3-1 CTC, From: Vancouver, British Columbia, Underdog: +100) vs. Roosevelt "The Predator" Roberts (12-5, 2-0 CTC, From: Lathrop, California, Favorite: -110)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Mandel Nallo battling Roosevelt 'The Predator' Roberts.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges for this bout are: Marcos Rosales, Ricardo Almeida, and Sal D'Amato.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:48) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:48) Roberts is off-target with a jab but just about lands a head kick.
(Rd 1 - 14:48) Nallo connects cleanly with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 14:30) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 14:30) Roberts hits a jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 14:30) Nallo hits a left jab and also scores with a great right hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:07) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.
(Rd 1 - 13:45) Both fighters meet in the center.
(Rd 1 - 13:45) Nallo lands two of a flurry of quick punches and then scores with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 13:45) Roberts scores with a jab and also nails a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 13:22) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 13:22) Nallo throws a right head kick but doesn't make contact.
(Rd 1 - 13:22) Roberts attempts a body kick but comes up short.
(Rd 1 - 13:01) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 12:27) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 11:57) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 11:57) Roberts misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 11:57) Roberts looks to have been cut under his eye.
(Rd 1 - 11:40) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 11:40) Roberts lands a left jab and also scores with a left kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 11:40) Nallo lands two of three quick punches and then connects with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 11:17) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 10:54) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 10:26) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 09:54) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) Nallo is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 1 - 09:24) A tentative jab from Nallo lands.
(Rd 1 - 09:24) Roberts comes in with a flurry of four quick punches, landing one of them, but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) The clock is stopped as referee Marc Goddard wants to check the cut on Roberts.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) The fight will be restarted in the center!
(Rd 1 - 08:51) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) Roberts scores with a left hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) Nallo lands a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:31) Roberts comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:31) Nallo hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:31) Roberts comes in fast with four quick punches, although they're all dealt with comfortably, and then he catches Nallo with a low kick to the front leg.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) Roberts misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Nallo comes in with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.
(Rd 1 - 07:33) Roberts comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 1 - 07:33) Nallo hits two left hands on the counter.
(Rd 1 - 07:33) Roberts throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 1 - 07:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:18) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) Nallo doesn't connect with a left jab and also is well off target with a head kick.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) Roberts is off-target with a jab and also is well off target with a head kick.
(Rd 1 - 06:36) Roberts is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 1 - 06:21) Roberts stalks forward, pressuring Nallo.
(Rd 1 - 06:21) Nallo lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 06:21) A jab is wide from Roberts, but then he scores with a right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 06:07) Nallo uses a left jab while backing away.
(Rd 1 - 06:07) Roberts can't connect with a jab, but then catches Nallo with a low kick to the front leg.
(Rd 1 - 05:50) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 05:50) Roberts hits a kick to the lead leg.
(Rd 1 - 05:50) Nallo lands a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 05:43) Nallo 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 - 05:28) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 05:07) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 05:07) Nallo is the aggressor in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 05:00) With control of the clinch, Nallo tries to complete a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 05:00) Nallo doesn't get it, Roberts blocked any attempt to move him.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) Nallo looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) Nallo doesn't get the trip, Roberts instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 04:13) Nallo is breathing very hard.
(Rd 1 - 04:13) Roberts is trying to lock Nallo into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 04:13) Roberts can't get it, and Nallo muscles his way into a better position.
(Rd 1 - 03:56) With control of the clinch, Nallo tries to complete a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 03:56) Roberts stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 03:41) Roberts is aiming to get Nallo into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 03:41) Roberts can't get it though, and Nallo is able to get free.
(Rd 1 - 03:12) Roberts sets it up well and shoots in at speed.
(Rd 1 - 03:12) Nallo cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:06) Roberts tries to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:06) He can't get free of the guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:42) Roberts begins trying to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:42) Nallo fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.
(Rd 1 - 01:31) Nallo ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble.
(Rd 1 - 01:19) Roberts is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.
(Rd 1 - 01:19) Roberts gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:31) Roberts attempts an arm triangle.
(Rd 1 - 00:31) Nallo doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.
(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) Sal D'Amato gives a draw.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Marcos Rosales has given Roberts the win.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Ricardo Almeida: Roberts.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The winner, by majority decision, is Roosevelt 'The Predator' Roberts!

Official Result: Roosevelt 'The Predator' Roberts defeats Mandel Nallo (Majority Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Roosevelt Roberts thanks everyone connected to AMC Pankration for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Roosevelt Roberts invites everyone to a post-show winners party at a local club to celebrate his win. A lively, charismatic speaker, Roosevelt Roberts is great at using these interviews to sell himself.

LIGHTWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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Mairbek "Beckan" Taisumov (29-7, 2-1 CTC, From: Vienna, Austria, Favorite: -270) vs. Rick "The Gladiator" Glenn (22-7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Marshaltown, Iowa, Underdog: +210)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Mairbek 'Beckan' Taisumov going head to head with Rick 'The Gladiator' Glenn.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Sal D'Amato, Cardo Urso, and Nelson Hamilton.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Taisumov comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Glenn fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 14:52) Taisumov can't connect with a jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 14:39) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:39) Taisumov lands a left jab and also nails a right cross. Glenn hits a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 14:18) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:18) Taisumov slips past a right hook and counters with a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:11) Glenn looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats, that last blow may have rocked him!
(Rd 1 - 14:11) Taisumov moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! Glenn goes down!
(Rd 1 - 13:57) Taisumov senses victory and starts to unload with punches!
(Rd 1 - 13:57) Taisumov pounds away on Glenn, landing several good shots in the process.
(Rd 1 - 13:46) Taisumov tries to ensnare Glenn in a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 13:46) Glenn blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 13:28) Glenn tries to pull guard on Taisumov but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 13:10) Taisumov attempts an arm triangle.
(Rd 1 - 13:10) Glenn fights off the arm triangle attempt.
(Rd 1 - 12:53) Glenn transitions to half guard.
(Rd 1 - 12:35) Taisumov keeps Glenn guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 12:09) Glenn tries to get full guard on Taisumov but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 11:53) In half guard, Taisumov catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 11:28) Taisumov throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 10:58) Glenn tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Taisumov doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 10:47) Taisumov tries to pound on Glenn, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 10:31) Glenn tries to sweep Taisumov but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 10:03) Taisumov keeps Glenn guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:42) Glenn works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.
(Rd 1 - 09:42) He may regret that choice, as it gives Taisumov the perfect opportunity to get side control.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Taisumov throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 09:02) Glenn tries to pull guard on Taisumov but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 08:50) Taisumov throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 1 - 08:32) Glenn tries to pull guard on Taisumov but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 08:19) Taisumov throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 08:00) Taisumov throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 07:38) Taisumov blocks Glenn as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 07:21) Taisumov fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 06:59) Glenn tries to pull guard on Taisumov but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Taisumov fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 06:29) Taisumov blocks Glenn as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:16) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Moving forward constantly, Taisumov is pressuring Glenn.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Glenn hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Taisumov connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 05:45) Taisumov hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) Taisumov stalks forward, pressuring Glenn.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) Glenn lands two left hands in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) Taisumov lands a left hand and then he catches Glenn with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 05:12) It looked like we were about to see Glenn try and get some grappling started, but Taisumov was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 05:12) Taisumov throws a punch but Glenn was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 05:08) Taisumov acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head.
(Rd 1 - 05:01) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.
(Rd 1 - 04:39) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 04:11) Taisumov attacks with strikes.
(Rd 1 - 04:11) Glenn throws a counter left but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 04:11) Taisumov throws a two-punch combo but Glenn avoids both.
(Rd 1 - 03:55) Taisumov fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Glenn with a leg kick.
(Rd 1 - 03:39) Stepping in, Taisumov throws three quick punches, three of which land, and then lands a big right hand.
(Rd 1 - 03:17) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 02:52) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) Taisumov comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) Glenn fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) Taisumov connects with a jab but Glenn avoids a big right.
(Rd 1 - 02:02) Taisumov comes forward, walking down Glenn.
(Rd 1 - 02:02) Taisumov confidently steps into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 02:02) Taisumov hits a left jab and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 01:45) Moving forward constantly, Taisumov is pressuring Glenn.
(Rd 1 - 01:45) Glenn fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 01:45) Taisumov hits a left hand but Glenn steps back to avoid a high right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 01:33) Taking a few gulps of breath, Taisumov is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 1 - 01:21) Taisumov comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 01:21) Glenn hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 01:21) A jab hits home from Taisumov and then he scores with a fantastic right cross!
(Rd 1 - 01:21) Glenn hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!
(Rd 1 - 01:15) Taisumov senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!
(Rd 1 - 01:15) Incredibly, Glenn holds on and survives an arsenal of stomps and kicks!
(Rd 1 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 1 - 00:54) Glenn grabs a kick and uses it to pull Taisumov down into guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:37) Taisumov fires off a few punches.
(Rd 1 - 00:13) Taisumov throws several small strikes at Glenn, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with.
(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 have given Taisumov the win.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Mairbek 'Beckan' Taisumov!

Official Result: Mairbek 'Beckan' Taisumov defeats Rick 'The Gladiator' Glenn (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Mairbek Taisumov praises his team at Tiger Muay Thai, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He says he has a lot of respect for Rick Glenn and praises his toughness.

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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Jarod "Doughboy" Trice (7-1, 3-1 CTC, From: Detroit, Michigan, Underdog: +150) vs. Abdul-Kerim "The Chechenyan Lion" Edilov (19-5, 2-1 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Favorite: -200)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Jarod 'Doughboy' Trice battling Abdul-Kerim 'The Chechenyan Lion' Edilov.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Sal D'Amato, Cardo Urso, and Nelson Hamilton.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) There's no touch of gloves to start with, drawing an audible reaction from the crowd.
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Edilov aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started.
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Trice hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 14:24) Trice can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 14:04) Trice can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 13:54) Edilov gets hold of Trice.
(Rd 1 - 13:48) Edilov is looking to muscle Trice back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:48) Edilov manages it and controls Trice up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:36) Edilov traps Trice up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.
(Rd 1 - 13:36) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about thirty seconds.
(Rd 1 - 12:53) Edilov traps Trice up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.
(Rd 1 - 12:53) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.
(Rd 1 - 11:38) Trice is pressed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 11:38) The next sixty seconds or so sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 10:46) The lack of progress forces referee Marc Goddard to separate the two fighters.
(Rd 1 - 10:31) Trice can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Edilov with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 10:13) Trice throws a punch but Edilov was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 09:59) Edilov shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:59) Edilov gets hold of a leg but Trice remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 1 - 09:59) Edilov drives Trice up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:46) Edilov tries to maintain control, but Trice wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Edilov had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Trice can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Edilov with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:11) It looked like we were about to see Edilov try and get some grappling started, but Trice was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 09:11) Trice doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 08:45) Edilov shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:45) Trice almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Edilov holds the other.
(Rd 1 - 08:45) Edilov drives Trice up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:27) Edilov shows great control, keeping Trice pressed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 08:27) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Edilov tries to smother Trice against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 06:49) A jab is wide from Trice, but then he catches Edilov with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:35) Trice can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 06:30) Trice is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 1 - 06:16) Trice confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:16) Edilov may have been setting up to shoot, but Trice aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 06:16) Trice fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Edilov with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 06:00) Edilov steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.
(Rd 1 - 06:00) Trice can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 05:46) Trice can't connect with a jab, but then lands a big right hand.
(Rd 1 - 05:30) Edilov comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.
(Rd 1 - 05:30) Trice fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.
(Rd 1 - 05:30) Even worse, Edilov manages to catch the last kick!
(Rd 1 - 05:23) Seizing his chance, Edilov attempts a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 05:23) Edilov uses the position to drive Trice up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 05:08) Smothered against the cage, Trice cannot get free.
(Rd 1 - 05:08) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.
(Rd 1 - 04:02) Edilov shows his grappling ability by trapping Trice up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:02) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next thirty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.
(Rd 1 - 03:27) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 03:21) Edilov chooses to shoot in on Trice.
(Rd 1 - 03:21) Trice partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Edilov has a hold of the other.
(Rd 1 - 03:21) Unable to complete the takedown, Edilov instead pushes Trice up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) Trice is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 02:56) Edilov tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Trice uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.
(Rd 1 - 02:36) Trice throws a few short punches to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) Trice wrestles back against Edilov, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage.
(Rd 1 - 02:00) Trice confidently comes in closer.
(Rd 1 - 02:00) Trice throws a punch but Edilov was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 01:56) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Trice is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.
(Rd 1 - 01:43) Moving in, Edilov appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling.
(Rd 1 - 01:43) Trice hits a left jab and then hits Edilov with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 01:27) Edilov steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.
(Rd 1 - 01:27) Trice can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand.
(Rd 1 - 01:15) Trice confidently comes in closer.
(Rd 1 - 01:15) Trice fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Edilov with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) Trice moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) Edilov appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Trice took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) Trice throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 1 - 00:55) Trice is breathing very hard.
(Rd 1 - 00:41) Trice throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 1 - 00:36) Edilov takes the chance and grabs Trice into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 00:29) Trice tries to wriggle free, but Edilov controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.
(Rd 1 - 00:15) Edilov tries to pick Trice up for a slam.
(Rd 1 - 00:15) There's the slam! Trice is planted onto his back, and pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Here come the official decisions.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) All three judges have Trice down as the winner.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Making Jarod 'Doughboy' Trice the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Jarod 'Doughboy' Trice defeats Abdul-Kerim 'The Chechenyan Lion' Edilov (Unanimous Decision in 15:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Jarod Trice gives a name-check to everyone at MMA Gold Fight Team, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. The interviewer asks who he'd be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Csaba Hocz better get prepared because he is coming for him.

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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VS.

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Dominick "The Devastator" Reyes (15-3, 3-1 CTC, From: Victorville, California, Favorite: -860) vs. Csaba Hocz (9-2, 2-1 CTC, From: Hungary, Underdog: +680)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Another match is about to begin; Dominick 'The Devastator' Reyes battling Csaba Hocz.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Marc Goddard.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Sal D'Amato, Cardo Urso, and Nelson Hamilton.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) They start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Hocz lands three of a flurry of quick punches but can't hit a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 14:47) Reyes hits a jab and also hits a good right hand.
(Rd 1 - 14:12) Reyes comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.
(Rd 1 - 14:12) Hocz hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 14:12) Reyes throws a two-punch combo but Hocz avoids both.
(Rd 1 - 14:04) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:04) Hocz dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 13:47) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 13:47) Hocz counters a poor spin kick attempt with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked.
(Rd 1 - 13:25) Reyes steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 13:25) Hocz hit two counter left hands.
(Rd 1 - 13:25) Reyes hits a left jab and then he scores with a right to the body.
(Rd 1 - 13:05) Reyes comes forward, walking down Hocz.
(Rd 1 - 13:05) Hocz hits a jab in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 13:05) Reyes throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 12:47) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:47) Hocz hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 12:47) Reyes lands a left kick to the rib cage.
(Rd 1 - 12:28) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 12:28) Hocz hits a left cross.
(Rd 1 - 12:28) Reyes scores with a vicious right hook to the body!
(Rd 1 - 12:23) That blow causes Hocz to fall to the ground in agony! He clearly can't continue, it's all over!
(Rd 1 - 12:23) Dominick Reyes takes the victory by way of TKO!

Official Result: Dominick 'The Devastator' Reyes defeats Csaba Hocz (TKO in 2:37 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Dominick Reyes gives a name-check to everyone at Xtreme Couture, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He is charismatic, and that helps him benefit from these interviews.

CTC LIGHTWEIGHT TITLE BOUT

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Mateusz "Gamer" Gamrot (21-1-1NC, 4-0 CTC, From: Poznan, Poland, Favorite: -630) vs. Ronys Torres (41-6, 4-0 CTC, From: Manacapuru, Brazil, Underdog: +500)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 60:00) Next up, Mateusz 'Gamer' Gamrot vs. Ronys Torres.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) The CTC Lightweight title is on the line.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) Refereeing this bout will be Herb Dean.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) Our cageside judges are: Cardo Urso, Nelson Hamilton, and Marcos Rosales.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 60:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 59:55) Gamrot lands a weak, tentative jab.
(Rd 1 - 59:55) Torres can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 59:37) Gamrot lands a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 59:37) Torres connects with a jab, but misses when he attempts a big head kick to follow.
(Rd 1 - 59:19) Gamrot uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt.
(Rd 1 - 59:19) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Torres pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 59:11) For the moment Gamrot is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 58:46) Torres tries to ensnare an arm.
(Rd 1 - 58:46) Gamrot fends off Torres, and doesn't give up an arm.
(Rd 1 - 58:30) Gamrot throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.
(Rd 1 - 58:11) Torres reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.
(Rd 1 - 58:11) Gamrot fends off Torres, and doesn't give up an arm.
(Rd 1 - 57:35) Torres is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Gamrot off of him.
(Rd 1 - 57:04) Torres is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Gamrot off of him.
(Rd 1 - 56:24) Gamrot punches down at Torres, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 56:03) In guard, Gamrot begins working to pass to side control.
(Rd 1 - 56:03) Torres was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.
(Rd 1 - 55:51) Torres scrambles to his feet, but Gamrot grabs him from behind.
(Rd 1 - 54:55) With Torres stuck against the cage, Gamrot tries to complete a takedown from behind.
(Rd 1 - 54:55) Torres finds himself unable to do anything at all, Gamrot takes him down with impressive ease.
(Rd 1 - 54:37) Torres can't prevent Gamrot getting side control off the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 54:37) Gamrot keeps Torres guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 54:13) Torres tries to move to guard, but Gamrot doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 54:02) Gamrot tries to lock Torres into a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 54:02) Torres blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 53:38) Torres tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 53:25) Gamrot throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 53:08) Gamrot blocks Torres as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 52:55) Gamrot punches down at Torres, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 52:30) Gamrot throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 52:06) Gamrot attempts to armbar Torres from side control.
(Rd 1 - 52:06) Torres blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 51:50) Torres tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 51:35) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Herb Dean standing them both back up.
(Rd 1 - 51:26) Torres closes in on Gamrot, looking to unleash some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 51:26) A pair of tentative jabs from Gamrot land, but have zero effect.
(Rd 1 - 51:26) Torres fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.
(Rd 1 - 51:04) A jab lands from Torres, but Gamrot evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 50:47) Torres connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 50:27) Torres lands a jab and then catches Gamrot with a right roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 50:01) Torres lands a left jab, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.
(Rd 1 - 49:48) Gamrot gets hold of Torres without taking too much damage.
(Rd 1 - 49:42) Getting a good grip, Gamrot appears to be looking to wrestle toward a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 49:42) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a belly-to-belly! He gets side control.
(Rd 1 - 49:25) Gamrot fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 49:06) Gamrot blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 48:52) Gamrot throws a few left hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 48:34) Torres tries to move to guard, but Gamrot doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 48:20) Gamrot tries to lock Torres in a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 48:20) Torres blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 47:50) Gamrot blocks Torres as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 47:38) Gamrot throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 47:08) Gamrot attempts an americana.
(Rd 1 - 47:08) Torres doesn't allow the americana to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 46:32) Gamrot blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 46:21) Gamrot tries to lock Torres in an arm triangle.
(Rd 1 - 46:21) Torres doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 45:59) Torres tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 45:45) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 45:45) Torres is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 1 - 45:36) Torres fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Gamrot with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 45:31) Gamrot gets hold of Torres without taking too much damage.
(Rd 1 - 45:25) Using his wrestling skills, Gamrot is trying to push Torres up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 45:25) Gamrot manages it and controls Torres up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 45:13) Torres is trapped up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 45:13) 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 - 44:04) Gamrot shows his grappling ability by trapping Torres up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 44:04) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.
(Rd 1 - 42:53) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Herb Dean restarts them back in the center.
(Rd 1 - 42:41) Torres can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Gamrot with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 42:36) Gamrot gets hold of Torres.
(Rd 1 - 42:26) Gamrot tries to set up a suplex attempt.
(Rd 1 - 42:26) A suplex tosses Torres to the ground Gamrot has no problem getting side control.
(Rd 1 - 42:11) Gamrot fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 41:49) Torres tries to move to guard, but Gamrot doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 41:34) Gamrot punches down at Torres, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 41:12) Gamrot blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 40:59) Gamrot throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 40:32) Torres tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 40:20) In side control, Gamrot throws a couple of punches designed to keep Torres guessing.
(Rd 1 - 39:59) Torres tries to move to guard, but Gamrot doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 39:47) Gamrot throws a few left hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 39:18) Torres tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 39:02) Referee Herb Dean decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 38:48) Torres confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 38:48) Torres throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 38:34) Torres throws a punch but Gamrot avoids it.
(Rd 1 - 38:30) Gamrot gets hold of Torres.
(Rd 1 - 38:21) Gamrot is looking to muscle Torres back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 38:21) Gamrot manages it and controls Torres up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 38:06) Torres is controlled up against the cage and takes a few left hands via some dirty boxing.
(Rd 1 - 37:53) It isn't pretty, but Gamrot has Torres stuck up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 37:53) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute.
(Rd 1 - 36:38) Torres is trapped up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 36:38) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.
(Rd 1 - 35:30) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Herb Dean separating them.
(Rd 1 - 35:30) Gamrot is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 1 - 35:30) Torres 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 - 35:15) Gamrot sets it up well and shoots in at speed.
(Rd 1 - 35:15) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Torres pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 35:09) Torres is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Gamrot off of him.
(Rd 1 - 34:32) For the moment Gamrot is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 34:14) Torres tries to pull Gamrot in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
(Rd 1 - 34:01) Time slips away as Gamrot successfully keeps Torres stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 33:35) Gamrot fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 33:09) Torres throws out some punches, but Gamrot leans back to avoid them.
(Rd 1 - 32:53) Gamrot tries to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 32:53) Torres keeps his guard secure.
(Rd 1 - 32:16) Gamrot leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Torres.
(Rd 1 - 32:03) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 31:51) Gamrot scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.
(Rd 1 - 31:51) Torres can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Gamrot with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 31:35) Torres comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 31:35) Gamrot lands a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 31:35) Torres can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Gamrot with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 31:19) Torres comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 31:19) Gamrot looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Torres simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 31:19) Torres can't connect with a jab, but then hits Gamrot with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 30:59) Torres confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 30:59) Torres throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 30:54) Torres is looking really tired.
(Rd 1 - 30:41) A punch from Torres fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 30:37) Torres is looking really tired.
(Rd 1 - 30:37) Gamrot gets hold of Torres.
(Rd 1 - 30:29) Gamrot is trying to push Torres so that his back is up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 30:29) Gamrot achieves it, pinning Torres to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 30:18) Showing his ability to exert control, Gamrot smothers Torres up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 30:18) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.
(Rd 1 - 29:07) Gamrot smothers Torres against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 28:48) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.
(Rd 1 - 28:43) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.
(Rd 1 - 28:43) Gamrot manages to get control of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 28:35) Gamrot may be looking for a suplex of some kind on Torres.
(Rd 1 - 28:35) Gamrot hits a hugely impressive suplex! He gets side control!
(Rd 1 - 28:16) Gamrot fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 27:48) Gamrot begins trying to get himself into mount.
(Rd 1 - 27:48) Gamrot almost gets mount, but Torres was ready and a scramble for position ensues.
(Rd 1 - 27:35) The scramble leaves Torres on top in side control.
(Rd 1 - 27:18) Torres throws a few right hands to the body.
(Rd 1 - 26:51) Gamrot tries to move to guard, but Torres doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 26:33) In side control, Torres throws a couple of punches designed to keep Gamrot guessing.
(Rd 1 - 26:16) Gamrot tries to move to guard, but Torres doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 25:57) Torres tries to pound on Gamrot, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 25:39) Gamrot tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 25:20) Torres fires away with punches, but Gamrot doesn't take any undue damage.
(Rd 1 - 25:09) Gamrot tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 24:49) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
(Rd 1 - 24:36) Torres throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 24:32) Gamrot gets hold of Torres.
(Rd 1 - 24:25) Gamrot hits Torres with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.
(Rd 1 - 24:14) Gamrot starts trying to set-up up a suplex.
(Rd 1 - 24:14) Gamrot can't get Torres down to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 23:58) From the grapple, Gamrot tries to work in some close-range strikes, but Torres is alert and smothers them quickly.
(Rd 1 - 23:40) Gamrot is looking to use his wrestling to take Torres down.
(Rd 1 - 23:40) Gamrot doesn't get it, Torres blocked any attempt to move him.
(Rd 1 - 23:25) A whizzer almost allows Torres to create enough space to get free, but Gamrot shuts that opportunity down.
(Rd 1 - 23:11) Gamrot tries to throw some close-range strikes as they grapple, but the attempts are smothered by Torres.
(Rd 1 - 22:53) Gamrot is looking to muscle Torres back against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 22:53) Gamrot doesn't manage it though, Torres defended it well.
(Rd 1 - 22:40) Torres looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.
(Rd 1 - 22:40) Gamrot starts trying to set-up up a suplex.
(Rd 1 - 22:40) Gamrot hits a belly-to-belly suplex! Torres pulls guard off it.
(Rd 1 - 22:29) Gamrot throws some minor strikes.
(Rd 1 - 22:03) Gamrot fires off a few punches.
(Rd 1 - 21:33) Gamrot throws a few relatively weak left hands.
(Rd 1 - 21:17) Torres tries to catch Gamrot with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 21:06) Gamrot throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 1 - 20:47) Torres tries to catch Gamrot with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 20:30) Gamrot smothers Torres with his body by pushing forward and down.
(Rd 1 - 20:01) Time slips away as Gamrot successfully keeps Torres stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 19:36) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
(Rd 1 - 19:36) Gamrot is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.
(Rd 1 - 19:30) Gamrot may have been aiming to get in close, but Torres aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 19:30) Torres connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 19:12) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 19:12) Gamrot looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 19:04) Gamrot tries to wrestle Torres backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 19:04) Gamrot achieves it, pinning Torres to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 18:49) Torres is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Gamrot has over him.
(Rd 1 - 18:49) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute.
(Rd 1 - 17:36) Torres, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Gamrot is exerting.
(Rd 1 - 17:36) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 16:22) Gamrot is looking really tired.
(Rd 1 - 16:22) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 16:16) Gamrot comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.
(Rd 1 - 16:16) A jab hits home from Torres and then he catches Gamrot with a right roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 15:56) Torres can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 15:51) Without taking too much damage, Gamrot is able to clinch with Torres.
(Rd 1 - 15:42) Gamrot is trying to muscle Torres up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 15:42) Torres ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 15:23) Gamrot looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Torres works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.
(Rd 1 - 14:56) Torres connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 14:30) Gamrot looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Torres simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 14:30) A jab hits home from Torres and then he catches Gamrot with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 14:11) The fighters get in close and clinch.
(Rd 1 - 14:11) Gamrot manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 14:02) Using his wrestling skills, Gamrot is trying to push Torres up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 14:02) Torres ends up backed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:48) Torres looks exhausted.
(Rd 1 - 13:48) Although deep into his gas tank by now, Gamrot pins Torres up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 13:48) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. Both are looking fatigued.
(Rd 1 - 12:40) Showing good control, the fatigued Gamrot keeps Torres stuck against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 12:40) They spend the next minute or so in that position, hitting each other with tired-looking punches.
(Rd 1 - 11:52) Gamrot smothers Torres against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 11:32) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Herb Dean brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 11:24) Torres lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 11:07) Torres fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Gamrot with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 10:47) A tired-looking Gamrot shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 10:47) Gamrot gets hold of a leg but Torres remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 1 - 10:47) Unable to complete the takedown, Gamrot instead pushes Torres up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 10:31) Even though he is physically tiring quite noticeably, Gamrot shows great control by keeping Torres pressed against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 10:31) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. Both are looking fatigued.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Gamrot looks very, very tired.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Gamrot, despite being visibly almost out on his feet with exhaustion, manages to get Torres backed up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) The next sixty seconds or so sees them doing very little, much to the annoyance of the crowd. They're both nearly out on their feet with exhaustion.
(Rd 1 - 08:20) 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 - 08:11) Torres confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) It looked like we were about to see Gamrot try and get some grappling started, but Torres was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Torres connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:53) Gamrot looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Torres simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 07:53) A jab is wide from Torres, but then he lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) The fighters get in close and clinch.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Gamrot seems to be the aggressor.
(Rd 1 - 07:24) Gamrot tries to wrestle Torres backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:24) Gamrot does it, Torres is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 07:05) Exhausted but still fighting, Gamrot traps Torres up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.
(Rd 1 - 07:05) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, both fighters completely and utterly spent. Boos become audible from the crowd.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Physically exhausted, Gamrot presses Torres into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) They spend the next minute in that position, both fighters looking absolutely shattered.
(Rd 1 - 05:00) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 04:54) A jab lands from Torres, but Gamrot evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 04:42) Gamrot gets hold of Torres without taking too much damage.
(Rd 1 - 04:34) Gamrot tries to wrestle Torres backward and up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:34) Gamrot does it, Torres is stuck with his back to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 04:21) Gamrot hits Torres, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.
(Rd 1 - 04:08) Gamrot tries to use some dirty boxing, but Torres uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage.
(Rd 1 - 03:50) Despite how incredibly tired he looks, Gamrot manages to smother Torres up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:50) Thirty seconds passes with literally nothing happening, the two shattered fighters simply leaning against the cage and trying to get their wind back.
(Rd 1 - 03:13) Unable to break free despite his opponent's obvious exhaustion, Torres is smothered up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 03:13) They spend the next minute in that position, both fighters looking absolutely shattered.
(Rd 1 - 02:00) Gamrot looks exhausted.
(Rd 1 - 02:00) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 01:53) Gamrot steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.
(Rd 1 - 01:53) A jab is wide from Torres, but then he hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 01:48) Gamrot gets hold of Torres.
(Rd 1 - 01:38) Gamrot is trying to muscle Torres up against the cage.
(Rd 1 - 01:38) Gamrot achieves it, pinning Torres to the cage.
(Rd 1 - 01:25) Torres, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that the exhausted-looking Gamrot is exerting.
(Rd 1 - 01:25) They spend the next minute in that position, both fighters looking absolutely shattered.
(Rd 1 - 00:13) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Gamrot is keeping Torres pressed up tightly against the cage despite his apparent exhaustion.
(Rd 1 - 00:13) The rest of the round sees them doing very little, much to the annoyance of the crowd. They're both nearly out on their feet with exhaustion.
(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 Gamrot is the winner.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Mateusz 'Gamer' Gamrot wins by unanimous decision!
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Mateusz 'Gamer' Gamrot wins the CTC Lightweight title.

Official Result: Mateusz 'Gamer' Gamrot defeats Ronys Torres (Unanimous Decision in 60:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Poor.

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Mateusz Gamrot praises his team at Berserkers Team, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Mateusz Gamrot shows off the CTC Lightweight Title belt and says he intends to be champion for a very long time. Mateusz Gamrot is good in these interviews and knows how to sell himself.

Mateusz Gamrot Won The CTC Lightweight Title

Title Prestige: 59% (+1% This Fight)

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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VS.

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"Pezao" Vinny Magalhaes (22-13-1NC, 3-1 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -550) vs. Cory Hendricks (8-3, 3-1 CTC, From: Las Vegas, Nevada, Underdog: +430)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) Next up is a match in which 'Pezao' Vinny Magalhaes takes on Cory Hendricks.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The referee is Yves Lavigne.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The judges are: Ricardo Almeida, Sal D'Amato, and Cardo Urso.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Hendricks closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Hendricks can't connect with a jab, but then hits Magalhaes with a sensational high right head kick!
(Rd 1 - 14:45) Magalhaes is knocked down by that shot!
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Hendricks starts pounding away on Magalhaes, looking to finish him off!
(Rd 1 - 14:29) Hendricks pounds away with right hands and Magalhaes is having trouble doing anything about it!
(Rd 1 - 14:29) The referee pulls Hendricks away, stopping the fight!
(Rd 1 - 14:18) By TKO, the winner is Cory Hendricks!

Official Result: Cory Hendricks defeats 'Pezao' Vinny Magalhaes (TKO (Strikes) in 0:42 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Cory Hendricks thanks everyone connected to Syndicate MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He is asked who he'd like to face in his next fight, and he replies that he hope that he'll get to compete against Muhammed Lawal. Cory Hendricks can certainly talk and it makes him very marketable as a result.

CO-MAIN EVENT

LIGHTWEIGHT #1 CONTENDER GRAND PRIX FOURTH ROUND BOUT

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VS.

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John "The Bull" Makdessi (19-8, 2-1 CTC, From: Laval, Quebec, Favorite: -150) vs. Paul "Sassangle" Sass (17-3, 3-1 CTC, From: Liverpool, England, Underdog: -140)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 15:00) The co-main event is up next. John 'The Bull' Makdessi fights Paul 'Sassangle' Sass in the CTC Lightweight division.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Refereeing this bout will be Herb Dean.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) Our judges at cageside are: Nelson Hamilton, Marcos Rosales, and Ricardo Almeida.
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 15:00) The two fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 14:54) Makdessi throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 1 - 14:41) Sass lands a pair of tentative jabs.
(Rd 1 - 14:41) Makdessi throws some strikes and a spin kick, but Sass defended against them all.
(Rd 1 - 14:23) Sass looked like he was going to shoot, but Makdessi simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 14:23) Stepping in, Makdessi throws three quick punches, two of which land, but Sass evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 13:59) Makdessi steps in and looks to unleash.
(Rd 1 - 13:59) Sass may have been setting up to shoot, but Makdessi aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 13:59) Makdessi uses a left jab, but Sass avoids a big right.
(Rd 1 - 13:38) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Makdessi.
(Rd 1 - 13:18) Makdessi closes in on Sass, looking to unleash some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 13:18) Makdessi lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 1 - 12:57) Makdessi moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.
(Rd 1 - 12:57) Makdessi lands a jab and then catches Sass with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 12:32) Sass comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 12:32) A great sprawl from Makdessi prevents the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 12:07) Makdessi moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.
(Rd 1 - 12:07) A jab lands from Makdessi, but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 1 - 11:44) Sass chooses to shoot in on Makdessi.
(Rd 1 - 11:44) Sass can't get past the sprawl of Makdessi and has to give up on the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 11:20) Sass scores with two weak, flicked left hand jabs.
(Rd 1 - 11:20) A jab is wide from Makdessi, but then he scores with a spinning back kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 11:05) Coming forward, Sass is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple.
(Rd 1 - 11:05) Makdessi hits a left jab and then hits Sass with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 10:48) Sass comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 10:48) The takedown is successful, Makdessi pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 10:39) For the moment Sass is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 10:22) Makdessi works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.
(Rd 1 - 10:22) He may regret that choice, as it gives Sass the perfect opportunity to come over the top and get side control.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Sass tries to lock Makdessi in a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Sass gets the kimura, twists the arm backwards, and Makdessi has to tap!
(Rd 1 - 09:39) By submission, the winner is Paul Sass!

Official Result: Paul 'Sassangle' Sass defeats John 'The Bull' Makdessi (Submission (Kimura) in 5:21 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

Post-Fight: Paul Sass thanks everyone connected to Gym01 for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Paul Sass says it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to John Makdessi. A lively, charismatic speaker, Paul Sass is great at using these interviews to sell himself.

MAIN EVENT

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE BOUT

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VS.

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Anthony "Lionheart" Smith (36-18, 2-0 CTC, From: Omaha, Nebraska, Favorite: -830) vs. "King Mo" Muhammed Lawal (25-10-1NC, 4-0 CTC, From: Temecula, California, Underdog: +660)

The Fight

(Rd 1 - 60:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Anthony 'Lionheart' Smith faces 'King Mo' Muhammed Lawal in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) This fight is for the CTC Light Heavyweight title.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) The referee is Herb Dean.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) Our judges are: Cardo Urso, Nelson Hamilton, and Marcos Rosales.
(Rd 1 - 60:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 60:00) The two fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 59:47) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 59:47) Smith counters a right hand with a left to the body.
(Rd 1 - 59:27) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 59:27) Smith tries a kick to the body but can't get it.
(Rd 1 - 59:27) Lawal has a right hand blocked.
(Rd 1 - 59:09) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 59:09) Smith counters a right hand with a left jab and a great right hook.
(Rd 1 - 59:01) Lawal backs off until pressed against the cage, dazed but alert enough to know to retreat and cover up! Smith follows, sensing a chance to end the fight here and now!
(Rd 1 - 59:01) Smith floors Lawal with a vicious head kick!
(Rd 1 - 58:46) Smith moves in quickly to try and finish Lawal with stomps and kicks!
(Rd 1 - 58:46) Lawal is back up too fast though.
(Rd 1 - 58:22) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 58:22) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land.
(Rd 1 - 58:22) Smith fails on a leg kick attempt.
(Rd 1 - 58:22) Lawal is off target with a left jab and also doesn't reach with a hook to the body.
(Rd 1 - 58:07) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 58:07) Smith slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a head kick.
(Rd 1 - 57:57) Lawal glances at his corner and gets a few words of encouragement in response.
(Rd 1 - 57:44) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 57:44) Lawal misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Smith comes in with a pair of jabs that are followed by a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 57:30) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 57:30) Smith scores with a jab but can't make contact on a right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 57:30) Lawal scores with a great right hook.
(Rd 1 - 57:08) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 57:08) Smith hits a left jab and also nails a right cross. Lawal scores with a great right hook.
(Rd 1 - 57:00) Smith was rocked by that last shot! He backs away, covering up, but looks very unsteady!
(Rd 1 - 57:00) Lawal moves in for the kill and lands a huge right hand! Smith is knocked out cold!
(Rd 1 - 56:56) 'King Mo' Muhammed Lawal takes the win by knock out!
(Rd 1 - 56:56) 'King Mo' Muhammed Lawal wins the CTC Light Heavyweight title.

Official Result: 'King Mo' Muhammed Lawal defeats Anthony 'Lionheart' Smith (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:04 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

Post-Fight: Muhammed Lawal thanks everyone at American Top Team for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC Light Heavyweight Title win and calls it one of the greatest moments of his career. A lively, charismatic speaker, Muhammed Lawal is great at using these interviews to sell himself.

Muhammed Lawal Won The CTC Light Heavyweight Title

Title Prestige: 52% (-6% This Fight)

Attendance: 8,633

Gate Reciepts: $1,519,408

Sponsorship: $89,874

Ad Revenue: $3,745,462

Merchandise: $16,466

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $463,690)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Muhammed Lawal            $9,230       Anthony Smith            $35,824
Paul Sass                 $32,138      John Makdessi            $12,733      SotN: Sass: $25,000
Cory Hendricks            $28,112      Vinny Magalhaes          $10,983      Perf: Hendricks: $25,000
Mateusz Gamrot            $22,651      Ronys Torres             $2,441
Dominick Reyes            $47,782      Csaba Hocz               $1,638
Jarod Trice               $2,928       Abdul-Kerim Edilov       $2,144
Mairbek Taisumov          $17,861      Rick Glenn               $2,856
Roosevelt Roberts         $54,108      Mandel Nallo             $51,936      FotN: Both: $50,000
Jordan Johnson            $27,858      James Bochnovic          $1,008       KotN: Johnson: $25,000
Lance Gibson Jr.          $220         Koji Takeda              $2,017
Tenshin Nasukawa          $37,000      Sylvester Chipfumbu      $1,100       Perf: Nasukawa: $25,000
Peggy Morgan              $27,100      Whitney Hoag             $26,700      Perf: Both: $25,000
Sunna Rannveig Davidsdottir $222       Priscila Cachoeira       $1,000
Teemu Packalen            $3,000       Mike Sledzion            $1,100

Drug Testing: $10,500

Production: $93,209

Profit: $4,803,811

Critical Rating: 69%

Commercial Rating: 98%

News

- Sunna Rannveig Davidsdottir confirmed her retirement following her victory over Priscila Cachoeira. She retires with a professional record of 6-1, with a 3-1 record in CTC, including a knock out victory over Alexis Davis at Canadian Tournament Combat 2, a TKO loss to Valerie Loureda at Canadian Tournament Combat 16, a TKO victory over Griet Eeckhout at Canadian Tournament Combat 30, and a Unanimous Decision victory over Priscila Cachoeira at Canadian Tournament Combat 53.

- Peggy Morgan announced her retirement following her victory over Whitney Hoag. She retires with a professional record of 5-6, with a 1-2 record in CTC, including a Unanimous Decision loss to Arlene Blencowe at Canadian Tournament Combat 6, a TKO loss to Megan Anderson at Canadian Tournament Combat 20, and a TKO victory over Whitney Hoag at Canadian Tournament Combat 53.

- CTC Womens Heavyweight fighter Olivia Parker announced her retirement from the sport of MMA as age has caught up to her, and it is now time for her to retire. She retires with a professional record of 4-3, with an 0-2 record in CTC including a Unanimous Decision loss to Zarah Fairn Dos Santos at Canadian Tournament Combat 6, and a submission loss to Alexis Dufresne at Canadian Tournament Combat 20.

- The CTC announce that Mike Sledzion has been cut from the roster following three straight losses. He leaves the CTC with a promotional record of 0-3, including a knock out loss to Mark Bocek at Canadian Tournament Combat 8, a knock out loss to Mansour Barnaoui at Canadian Tournament Combat 22, and a submission loss to Teemu Packalen at Canadian Tournament Combat 53.

- The CTC announce that Sylvester Chipfumbu has been cut from the roster following three straight losses. He leaves the CTC with a promotional record of 0-3, including a submission loss to Malcolm Gordon at Canadian Tournament Combat 5, a TKO loss to Makoto Takahashi at Canadian Tournament Combat 19, and a TKO loss to Tenshin Nasukawa at Canadian Tournament Combat 53.

- Drug test results have come back for Canadian Tournament Combat 52, and all fighters have tested clean.

- Deiveson Figueiredo has requested to move up to Bantamweight, since he had trouble making weight for his last Flyweight Fight in the UFC, the CTC have granted his request.

- CTC Womens Atomweight Fighter Amber Brown can now return from her drug suspension.

- CES MMA have closed their Bantamweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

- The AFC have closed their Middleweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

- Cage Warriors have closed their Lightweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

- FNG have closed their Bantamweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

- Superior Challenge have closed their Lightweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

TOURNAMENT DRAW

Other Promotions Shows

ONE Unforgiving (Friday, Week 1, January 2022)

Title Result: Nong Stamp Unified The ONE Womens Atomweight Title

Fight of the Night: Nong Stamp vs. Angela Lee

KO of the Night: Nong Stamp (vs. Angela Lee)

Submission of the Night: Tsuyoshi Kosaka (vs. Kordal Hoosen)

Performance Bonus: Haruko Matsumara vs. Saveria Vallier

UFC 263: McGregor vs. Hooker (Saturday, Week 1, January 2022)

Title Result: None

Fight of the Night: Alex Oliveira vs. Erick Silva

KO of the Night: Alex Oliveira (vs. Erick Silva)

Submission of the Night: Salimgirey Rasulov (vs. Parker Porter)

Performance Bonus: Devonte Smith vs. Mason Jones

LFA 121: Cleveland vs. Berzin (Saturday, Week 1, January 2022)

Title Result: Rakim Cleveland Made His Second Successful Defence of the LFA Light Heavyweight Title

Other Result: The LFA Has Risen To High Level Regional On The Sherdog Scale

Fight of the Night: Rakim Cleveland vs. Anton Berzin

KO of the Night: Luis Gomez (vs. Durrant Cancienne)

Submission of the Night: Granville Brosseau (vs. Pierre Chancy)

CES MMA 66 (Saturday, Week 1, January 2022)

Title Result: Andre Soukhamthath Won The Vacant CES MMA Bantamweight Title

Fight of the Night: Ricky Bandejas vs. Brandon Hempleman

KO of the Night: Jamelle Jones (vs. Kinny Spotwood)

Submission of the Night: James Chaney (vs. Keon Caldwell)

M-1 112: Magomedkerimov vs. Akman (Sunday, Week 1, January 2022)

Title Result: Magomed Magomedkerimov Made His First Successful Defence of the M-1 Global Welterweight Title

Title Result: Kirill Tropinin Won The Vacant M-1 Global Bantamweight Title

Fight of the Night: Kirill Tropinin vs. Zhuman Zhumabekov

KO of the Night: Nam Jin Jo (vs. Vsevolod Alliluyeva)

Submission of the Night: None

AFC 29 (Sunday, Week 1, January 2022)

Title Result: Abdul Collado Won The Vacant AFC Flyweight Title

Title Result: Jamie Abdallah Won The Vacant AFC Light Heavyweight Title

Fight of the Night: Shawn Lane vs. Ian Torres

KO of the Night: Abdul Collado (vs. Will Archuleta)

Submission of the Night: James Vandarakis (vs. Jayce Wood)

Performance Bonus: Shawn Lane vs. Ian Torres

Predictions

Majster_93: 11/14 (79%) Tournament Total: 76/106 (72%)

vladjarca: 8/14 (57%) Tournament Total: 167/291 (57%)

rodrigoviolim: Tournament Total: 125/211 (59%)

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