Janpei Posted July 30, 2021 Author Share Posted July 30, 2021 The Return Returning to the Ultimate Fighter Bas Rutten Marco Ruas Murilo Bustamante Oleg Taktarov Remco Pardoel Oss, Netherlands 22 Years Old Judo Standing at six feet and two inches and weighing just north of 260lbs, Remco Pardoel has more than earned the nickname of “Grizzly”. In addition to his imposing size, Pardoel is also a 1988 junior national champion in the sport of Judo and also a competitive jiu jitsu grappler. Despite this being his first full contact fight, Pardoel has tournament experience in jiu jitsu and judo and will rely on that experience to survive The Ultimate Fighter. Remco’s opponents will have to look out for Remco’s astonishing strength if they expect to survive “The Grizzly’s” mauling. Kimo Leopoldo Santa Ana, California 26 Years Old Freestyle Kimo Leopoldo is a former Division 1 football standout who after seeing the first Ultimate Fighter live made the decision to switch to full contact fighting full time. Despite not having years of martial arts experience like his full contact fighting contemporaries, shortly after deciding to take up full contact fighting, Kimo Leopoldo relocated to Japan where he’s thus far undefeated in the Japanese submission fighting circuit. Despite having no formal training, Kimo Leopoldo is tough and possesses knockout power in his right and left hands. Fans can expect Kimo Leopoldo to be the aggressor, where he likes to stand in the pocket with his opponent, picking them apart with big rights and left until they’re unwilling to continue Juan Mott Orange Park, California 28 Years Old Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Juan Mott is a Brazilian-American Brazilian Jiu Jitsu purple belt. This will be Juan Mott’s first proper full contact fight. He does however have experience in Florida and other regional jiu jitsu tournaments, having placed 1st and runner up in his last two jiu jitsu invitationals. Juan Mott favors using his jiu jitsu gi to give him leverage when it comes to the grappling component of the fight. Do not be surprised if he uses the collar or sleeve of his gi to help him secure a submission victory. Steve Jennum Omaha, Nebraska 34 Years Old Ninjitsu Steve Jennum is one of the coaches who heads up the Lion’s Den Fight Academy who has helped martial artists all over the country in helping them become more well rounded. Tired of sitting on the sidelines, coach Jennum has volunteered to throw himself into the deep end, competing in The Ultimate Fighter ironman tournament. With noble intentions in mind, Jennum hopes that by winning The Ultimate Fighter, more people will begin to view the Lion’s Den Fight Academy as the premiere full contact fighting gym. Then Jennum can train a new generation of promising young men and women in the way of traditional martial arts. --- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 30, 2021 Author Share Posted July 30, 2021 Pick’Em Leaderboard rodrigoviolim - 14 - THE CHAMP IS HERE CageRage - 10 - McGlaughlin really spoiled a large portion of your bracket. You can still narrow the gap between you and rorigo. McDojoDelux - 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 30, 2021 Author Share Posted July 30, 2021 UFC: The Return Live From Dallas, Texas July 2nd, 1994 The Ultimate Fighter Final Leopoldo, Jennum, Pardoel, or Ruas vs. Bustamante, Mott, Rutten, or Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Bustamante or Mott vs. Rutten or Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Pardoel or Ruas vs. Leopoldo or Jennum The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Bas Rutten vs. Oleg Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Murilo Bustamante vs. Juan Mott The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Remco Pardoel vs. Marco Ruas The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Kimo Leopoldo vs. Steve Jennum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 UFC: The Return Live From Dallas, Texas July 2nd, 1994 The Ultimate Fighter Final Leopoldo, Jennum, Pardoel, or Ruas vs. Bustamante, Mott, Rutten, or Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Bustamante or Mott vs. Rutten or Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Pardoel or Ruas vs. Leopoldo or Jennum The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Bas Rutten vs. Oleg Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Murilo Bustamante vs. Juan Mott The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Remco Pardoel vs. Marco Ruas The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Kimo Leopoldo vs. Steve Jennum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 30, 2021 Author Share Posted July 30, 2021 Murilo Bustamante Out Days Before Show UFC 4 Postponed On June 29th, just days before UFC: The Return, Murilo Bustamante had to pull out of The Ultimate Fighter tournament after suffering back spasms after an awkward landing during training. Ultimate Fighter Championships had zero issues with Murilo Bustamante pulling from the fight and even wished him well with recovery. However, UFC was left in a tough situation. With only three days left until showtime, UFC understandably had difficulties finding a fighter who would be willing to step in for Bustamante. This left UFC with perhaps one of the most difficult choices in their short lifespan. The UFC show schedule for July 2nd in Dallas, Texas has been canceled and refunds are being offered to attendees who request for one. UFC is now looking to make their Dallas debut on Saturday, August 13th. The Ultimate Fighter tournament bracket that was slated for July 2nd remains unchanged for the August 13th replacement show. Juan Mott will now face Ultimate Fighter 3 runner up Art Jimmerson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 30, 2021 Author Share Posted July 30, 2021 UFC: The Return Live From Dallas, Texas July 2nd, 1994 The Ultimate Fighter Final Leopoldo, Jennum, Pardoel, or Ruas vs. Bustamante, Mott, Rutten, or Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Bustamante or Mott vs. Rutten or Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Pardoel or Ruas vs. Leopoldo or Jennum The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Bas Rutten vs. Oleg Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Murilo Bustamante vs. Juan Mott The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Remco Pardoel vs. Marco Ruas The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Kimo Leopoldo vs. Steve Jennum I was a little slow in breaking the news but Bustamante has been pulled from the show and replaced by Art Jimmerson. Changing the line up to reflect that now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 30, 2021 Author Share Posted July 30, 2021 UFC: The Return Live From Dallas, Texas August 13th, 1994 The Ultimate Fighter Final Leopoldo, Jennum, Pardoel, or Ruas vs. Jimmerson, Mott, Rutten, or Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Jimmerson or Mott vs. Rutten or Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Pardoel or Ruas vs. Leopoldo or Jennum The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Bas Rutten vs. Oleg Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Art Jimmerson vs. Juan Mott The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Remco Pardoel vs. Marco Ruas The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Kimo Leopoldo vs. Steve Jennum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McDojoDelux Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 I know it didn't go well for me the first time around but common Bas this time for sure.... Well more like hopefully but still. UFC: The Return Live From Dallas, Texas August 13th, 1994 The Ultimate Fighter Final Leopoldo, Jennum, Pardoel, or Ruas vs. Jimmerson, Mott, Rutten, or Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Jimmerson or Mott vs. Rutten or Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Pardoel or Ruas vs. Leopoldo or Jennum The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Bas Rutten vs. Oleg Taktarov The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Art Jimmerson vs. Juan Mott The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Remco Pardoel vs. Marco Ruas The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Kimo Leopoldo vs. Steve Jennum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 31, 2021 Author Share Posted July 31, 2021 Oleg Taktarov Returns to Claim Ultimate Fighter Crown SuperFight Announced For Next Year Fans of full contact fighting and Dallas, Texas were treated to an event they would never forget as UFC put on one of its best shows to date with UFC 4: The Return! Oleg Taktarov was able to dispatch three opponents, defeating all by way of submission, to become the fourth full contact fighter to earn the moniker of The Ultimate Fighter. Taktarov spent a total time of twenty-six minutes in the octagon, setting a record for becoming The Ultimate Fighter in the shortest amount of time. In his first fight of the night, Taktarov and Rutten charged to the center of the octagon. Once there, Rutten started the engagement by throwing a boxing combination and then finalizing the offensive flurry by throwing a kick that went high. Taktarov tried his best to cover up, absorbing the kick and a few punches, but a punch found the mark on his right cheek leaving a gash. Taktarov wowed the audience by sweeping Rutten with a sambo trip, causing the Dutch kickboxer to hit the canvas with a hard thud. Taktarov positioned himself over Rutten and threw some elbows but used his elbows and shoulders to absorb the blows. Taktarov increased his output of elbows and Rutten shifted his body to turn away from them. This allowed Taktarov to sink in a choke, allowing “The Russian Bear” to move on to the semi finals of The Ultimate Fighter. Taktarov kept the momentum going in his semi final bout where he met Golden Gloves boxer, Art Jimmerson. Jimmerson initially tagged Taktarov with some crisp, accurate punches but it was evident he was running low on the gas tank having gone the full thirty minutes with Juan Mott. Oleg Taktarov endured Art Jimmerson’s boxing and secured a takedown, officially taking control of the bout. Eventually, Taktarov was able to separate Jimmerson’s left leg where he secured a knee bar to pick up his second victory of the night. In The Ultimate Fighter tournament, Oleg Taktarov met “The King of the Streets” Marco Ruas and the two finalists had a knock’em out, drag’em out fight that had the Dallas, Texas audience on their feet. In an image that will probably be associated with UFC for the remainder of their years, Oleg’s face and chest was caked in his own blood after receiving a broken nose after a right hand from Marco Ruas. The punch took Oleg out of his element and for a small window of time, he was hesitant to press the attack. Marco misread the situation and fell under the belief that he had rocked Oleg. As a result, Ruas became the aggressor and charged at Oleg. Marco’s mistake made Oleg snap out of whatever trance he was in and “The Russian Bear” was able to scoop Ruas up by his legs and drive him down onto the canvas. Kneeling above Ruas, Oleg initiated the grapple by throwing fists down at the turtled Ruas, who was able to absorb the punches by covering his face with his hands. Taktarov then traded out the punches for a barrage of elbows and Ruas was no longer content to just lay and take the punishment. As the volume of elbows from Taktarov picked up, Ruas knew he had to make a move or risk getting knocked out. Ruas dug in deep and found a second wind and sprung to his feet. Taktarov, however, stayed on his man and wrapped his arms around Ruas, pushing “The King of the Streets” into the octagon’s cage with a body lock. Taktarov let go of the body lock and stung Ruas with an uppercut. Ruas, who was expecting a second upper cut, covered up his face and unfortunately fell victim to Oleg's plan. As Ruas moved his arms and hands to absorb a second elbow, Oleg instead wrapped his arms around Ruas’ neck. Ruas simply just didn’t have the energy left to fight the submission and instead had to tap, making “The Russian Bear” the fourth man to become The Ultimate Fighter. While Oleg Taktarov celebrated in the ring, Dallas, Texas was treated to a surprise as UFC anchor Bryant Serrano welcomed SuperFight Champion Rickson Gracie into the octagon. Rickson congratulated Oleg Taktarov on the win and then Serrano made a major announcement: scheduled for the first UFC event of 1995 - Oleg Taktarov will challenge Rickson Gracie for the SuperFight Championship. In other highlights from the show, Kimo Leopoldo set the record for fastest submission after choking out Nebraskan Steve Jennum in forty-nine seconds. Marco Ruas followed that up by knocking out Remco Pardoel in fifty-two seconds. Art Jimmerson would continue to build his fanbase and earn his reputation of being an exciting fighter as he and Mott went to a full thirty minute decision where Jimmerson landed a bevy of power shots on the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu martial artist. Mott, who hardly got in any offense during the bout, was praised by Jimmerson for his toughness. --- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 31, 2021 Author Share Posted July 31, 2021 Ultimate Fighting Championships: The Return Live Gate: $241,323 Earnings from Pay Per View Broadcast: $67,230 Critical Rating: 75% Commercial Rating: 40% The Ultimate Fighter Final Oleg Taktarov defeated Marco Ruas via submission to become The Ultimate Fighter (Rear naked choke) (14:37) (Great) The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Oleg Taktarov defeated Art Jimmerson via submission (Kneebar) (4:14) (Great) The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Marco Ruas defeated Kimo Leopoldo via submission (Rear naked choke) (20:53) (Decent) The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Oleg Taktarov defeated Bas Rutten via submission (Rear naked choke) (7:10) (Fantastic) The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Art Jimmerson defeated Juan Mott via Judges’ Decision (30:00) (Good) The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Marco Ruas defeated Remco Pardoel via knockout (Punch) (:52) (Good) The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Kimo Leopoldo defeated Steve Jennum via submission (Guillotine choke) (:49) (Good) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 31, 2021 Author Share Posted July 31, 2021 Pick'Em Leaderboard CageRage - 17 - AND NEW... Rodrigoviolim - 14 McDojoDelux - 4 - Fitting of you to make your return at The Return. Also I have nothing but love for a fellow El Guapo fan. He let you and me down and unfortunately you're only one point forward. Very surprised you picked Steve Jennum over Kimo Leopoldo. I'm hoping my narrative played a part in that. Means I'm doing my job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 31, 2021 Author Share Posted July 31, 2021 UFC to Close Out 1994 in San Jose SuperFight Bout On Tap for December 30th Despite initial reports stating a fifth UFC event for January ‘95, UFC has officially announced that the full contact fighting event is set to premiere on Friday, December 30th live in San Jose, California. This will be the second time that UFC hits the road, having held their first three events in Denver, Colorado and UFC 4: The Return in Dallas, Texas. The UFC is aiming to deliver a premium entertainment experience as San Jose residents will see SuperFight Champion Rickson Gracie return to the octagon for the first time since winning the championship to defend it against The Ultimate Fighter 4 winner Oleg Taktarov. The Ultimate Fighter tournament will return to round out UFC 5 and while no fighters have been confirmed to participate, the UFC has already revealed that the theme of this tournament is redemption. The eight participants will include martial artists who competed in one of the first four tournaments but came up short. As opposed to tape delay, which has been the format that UFC has followed for past events, UFC 5 will air live on pay per view December 30th with a replay available on Tuesday, January 3rd. For the first time since UFC’s debut, fans watching at home won’t have to wait a week to see the televised broadcast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 31, 2021 Author Share Posted July 31, 2021 The Redemption The Following Fighters Have Been Confirmed for The Ultimate Fighter 5 Murilo Bustamante Orlando Wiet Minoru Suzuki Gerard Gordeau Marco Ruas Jack McGlaughlin Vernon White Maurice Smith --- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 31, 2021 Author Share Posted July 31, 2021 UFC: The Redemption Live From San Jose, California December 30th, 1994 UFC SuperFight Championship Oleg Taktarov challenges UFC SuperFight Champion Rickson Gracie The Ultimate Fighter Final Wiet, Smith, Bustamante, or White vs. Gordeau, McGlaughlin, Suzuki, or Ruas The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Gordeau or McGlaughlin vs. Suzuki or Ruas The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Bustamante or White vs. Wiet or Smith The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Minoru Suzuki vs. Marco Ruas The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Gerard Gordeau vs. Jack McGlaughlin The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Murilo Bustamante vs. Vernon White The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Orlando Wiet vs. Maurice Smith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 31, 2021 Author Share Posted July 31, 2021 Oleg Taktarov Separates Shoulder Weeks Before SuperFight Newcomer Frank Shamrock Steps Up to the Challenge We have learned that Oleg Taktarov has pulled out of his December 30th SuperFight with Rickson Gracie. Taktarov, who has been training with the US wrestling team, separated his shoulder after a hard landing from a double leg slam. Taktarov is expected to take up to two months off and is hoping to be part of UFC’s first show in 1995. With just three weeks left until showtime, the SuperFight Championship bout looked to be in peril. UFC, however, announced that San Jose will still play host to the next UFC SuperFight Championship bout. The fight being promoted in its place: Rickson Gracie defending the SuperFight Championship against UFC newcomer Frank Shamrock. If the name Shamrock sounds familiar that’s because Frank is the younger brother of Ken Shamrock who has competed in two different Ultimate Fighter tournaments. Frank Shamrock is widely considered as being out of his depth. However, what many spectators don’t realize is that Frank Shamrock has made a full time career out of submission fighting in the Japanese circuit and even holds one of the country’s top submission fighting championships. Shamrock, who has earned a reputation among the Japanese for being an entertaining fighter, does not think he’s an underdog in the slightest. He has gone on record and promised his hometown San Jose audience that he will finish Rickson decisively. Whether or not Frank Shamrock is a worthy challenger for the SuperFight Championship remains up for debate. Regardless of where fans stand on the argument, the fact remains that UFC 5 is still on track for the full contact fighting league’s California debut. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 31, 2021 Author Share Posted July 31, 2021 UFC: The Redemption Live From San Jose, California December 30th, 1994 UFC SuperFight Championship Frank Shamrock challenges UFC SuperFight Champion Rickson Gracie The Ultimate Fighter Final Wiet, Smith, Bustamante, or White vs. Gordeau, McGlaughlin, Suzuki, or Ruas The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Gordeau or McGlaughlin vs. Suzuki or Ruas The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Bustamante or White vs. Wiet or Smith The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Minoru Suzuki vs. Marco Ruas The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Gerard Gordeau vs. Jack McGlaughlin The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Murilo Bustamante vs. Vernon White The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Orlando Wiet vs. Maurice Smith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 31, 2021 Author Share Posted July 31, 2021 Marco Ruas Out; Ken Shamrock In After suffering an undisclosed injury, Marco Ruas has removed himself from the fifth Ultimate Fighter tournament scheduled in just eleven days. Many feared the UFC would face a situation similar to UFC: The Return, where the event had to be rescheduled just days before show time. Having to move or reschedule a second consecutive event in such a short notice would spell certain doom for the future of UFC. Ken Shamrock was able to quell those fears and has agreed to fill in as a late replacement for “The King of the Streets”. During an interview with Black Belt Magazine, Shamrock has stated that he was already in training mode for an Ultimate Fighter tournament in 1995 so helping out and stepping up felt like the best decision. Ken Shamrock also mentioned that he was planning on cornering the younger Frank Shamrock ahead of his title fight with Rickson Gracie. Now that he’s stepping in the octagon on the same night himself, that plan has changed. With less than a week until showtime, the sudden change in Frank Shamrock’s corner could be a huge disruption in Frank’s preparation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted July 31, 2021 Author Share Posted July 31, 2021 UFC: The Redemption Live From San Jose, California December 30th, 1994 UFC SuperFight Championship Frank Shamrock challenges UFC SuperFight Champion Rickson Gracie The Ultimate Fighter Final Wiet, Smith, Bustamante, or White vs. Gordeau, McGlaughlin, Suzuki, or Shamrock The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Gordeau or McGlaughlin vs. Suzuki or Shamrock The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Bustamante or White vs. Wiet or Smith The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Minoru Suzuki vs. Ken Shamrock The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Gerard Gordeau vs. Jack McGlaughlin The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Murilo Bustamante vs. Vernon White The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Orlando Wiet vs. Maurice Smith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CageRage Posted July 31, 2021 Share Posted July 31, 2021 UFC: The Redemption Live From San Jose, California December 30th, 1994 UFC SuperFight Championship Frank Shamrock challenges UFC SuperFight Champion Rickson Gracie The Ultimate Fighter Final Wiet, Smith, Bustamante, or White vs. Gordeau, McGlaughlin, Suzuki, or Shamrock The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Gordeau or McGlaughlin vs. Suzuki or Shamrock The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Bustamante or White vs. Wiet or Smith The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Minoru Suzuki vs. Ken Shamrock The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Gerard Gordeau vs. Jack McGlaughlin The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Murilo Bustamante vs. Vernon White The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Orlando Wiet vs. Maurice Smith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McDojoDelux Posted July 31, 2021 Share Posted July 31, 2021 My redemption starts now UFC: The Redemption Live From San Jose, California December 30th, 1994 UFC SuperFight Championship Frank Shamrock challenges UFC SuperFight Champion Rickson Gracie The Ultimate Fighter Final Wiet, Smith, Bustamante, or White vs. Gordeau, McGlaughlin, Suzuki, or Shamrock The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Gordeau or McGlaughlin vs. Suzuki or Shamrock The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Bustamante or White vs. Wiet or Smith The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Minoru Suzuki vs. Ken Shamrock The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Gerard Gordeau vs. Jack McGlaughlin The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Murilo Bustamante vs. Vernon White The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Orlando Wiet vs. Maurice Smith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodrigoviolim Posted August 1, 2021 Share Posted August 1, 2021 UFC: The Redemption Live From San Jose, California December 30th, 1994 UFC SuperFight Championship Frank Shamrock challenges UFC SuperFight Champion Rickson Gracie The Ultimate Fighter Final Wiet, Smith, Bustamante, or White vs. Gordeau, McGlaughlin, Suzuki, or Shamrock The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Gordeau or McGlaughlin vs. Suzuki or Shamrock The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Bustamante or White vs. Wiet or Smith The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Minoru Suzuki vs. Ken Shamrock The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Gerard Gordeau vs. Jack McGlaughlin The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Murilo Bustamante vs. Vernon White The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Orlando Wiet vs. Maurice Smith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted August 2, 2021 Author Share Posted August 2, 2021 Gracie’s First Title Defense a Success Murilo Bustamante Leaves San Jose As The Ultimate Fighter UFC SuperFight Champion Rickson Gracie makes his first successful defense after having an eighteen minute tilt with the debuting Frank Shamrock, who was a late replacement for Oleg Taktarov who suffered an injury during training. Many fans felt that Frank Shamrock wasn’t a worthy title challenger and though you couldn’t tell from the ovation he received from his hometown audience. Despite coming up short in his first UFC bout, Frank Shamrock made Rickson Gracie work for the victory. In the opening frames of the fight, he consistently chopped at Rickson with a frustrating low calf kick. Shamrock worked the kick so regularly that Rickson had to switch his lead leg to avoid absorbing too many kicks. Shamrock was then able to secure an ankle pick on Rickson, taking the Champion to the mat. Despite an impressive opening, once the two men were on the ground, that’s when the momentum shifted. With Gracie on the ground, Shamrock started off strong by whipping stiff kicks to the legs of Rickson who was patiently waiting for Shamrock to initiate some grappling offense. These kicks seemed to frustrate Rickson more than hurt him and Shamrock understood that. As a result, he changed things up and entered Rickson’s guard where the trouble for him really began. The two would fight for ground control with Rickson finding success sweeping Shamrock with a leg lock so that Shamrock was on the bottom. Shamrock was able to seat himself on the canvas and attempted to power up to his feet. This allowed Rickson to muscle him up against the cage. In an awe inspiring feat of athleticism, Rickson leapt into the air and secured a body lock around Shamrock. A minute later Rickson had secured a choke. Frank, who left his neck completely open and unguarded from the submission, was left with no other choice but to forfeit. In the tournament portion of the event, Murilo Bustamante fought for a total of forty six minutes to become the fifth Ultimate Fighter. In his first fight of the night, Murilo Bustamante met with Vernon White. Vernon came out strong, cutting Bustamante under his left eye with a hard jab. When it became apparent to Bustamante that he wasn’t going to be able to trade with White, Bustamante tackled him to the ground where he was able to secure a choke and armbar combination to secure a submission win. In his next fight, Bustamante met with Maurice Smith. Smith, who had previously had an eleven minute war with Parisian Muay Thai artist Orlando Weit, was already running on fumes by the time his bout with Bustamante had taken place. Bustamante was able to use a good, consistent jab to eventually press Smith up against the cage. From there, Bustamante muscled him against the cage where he was able to tag Smith with a series of body shots and uppercuts to earn himself a 30 minute judges’ decision victory. In the finals, Minoru Suzuki would only last a minute and forty-four seconds before falling victim to a choke from Bustamante. Suzuki, who had a Cinderella level run during the tournament was able to best both Ken Shamrock and Gerard Gordeau in two very entertaining match ups. The Cinderella story would come to an end after Suzuki attempted to take Bustamante down to the canvas mistakenly getting grasped in a choke on the way down. In other show highlights, Gerard Gordeau knocked out Jack McGlaughlin in a minute and forty-two seconds. Minoru Suzuki also earned a reputation for being an exciting, unpredictable fighter after completely picking apart Ken Shamrock in a thirty minute tilt followed by rolling Gordeau’s leg with a kneebar submission in two and a half minutes. --- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted August 2, 2021 Author Share Posted August 2, 2021 Ultimate Fighting Championships: Redemption Live Gate: $253,526 Earnings from Pay Per View Broadcast: $47,924 Critical Rating: 69% Commercial Rating: 38% UFC SuperFight Championship Rickson Gracie defeated Frank Shamrock via submission to retain the UFC SuperFight Championship (Rear naked choke) (17:57) (Good) (Rickson’s First Title Defense) The Ultimate Fighter Final Murilo Bustamante defeated Minoru Suzuki via submission to become The Ultimate Fighter (Rear naked choke) (1:44) (Good) The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Minoru Suzuki defeated Gerard Gordeau via submission (Kneebar) (2:30) (Great) The Ultimate Fighter Semi Final Murilo Bustamante defeated Maurice Smith via Judges’ Decision (30:00) (Decent) The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Minoru Suzuki defeated Ken Shamrock via Judges’ Decision (30:00) (Decent) The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Gerard Gordeau defeated Jack McGlaughlin via knockout (Punch) (1:42) (Good) The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Murilo Bustamante defeated Vernon White via submission (Triangle with armbar) (13:58) (Good) The Ultimate Fighter Quarter Final Maurice Smith defeated Orlando Wiet via TKO (Strikes) (11:05) (Good) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted August 2, 2021 Author Share Posted August 2, 2021 Pick'Em Leaderboard CageRage - 20 - Still king of the mountain but the margin is razor thin. Rodrigoviolim - 18 - Closing the gap McDojoDeluxe - 9 - I think Shamrock really messed up the predictions this round. Taking a fight on only a few days notice really cost him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janpei Posted August 2, 2021 Author Share Posted August 2, 2021 Murilo Bustamante Leaves UFC Returns to Martial Arts Teaching Full TIme We have learned that UFC: Redemption will be the last appearance for Ultimate Fighter, Murilo Bustamante. Murilo Bustamante has had one of the most compelling stories of the year. After a massive brawl broke out in Brazil between Ruas Vale Tudo and Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy, Bustamante severed ties with Ruas and made peace with head Academy instructor Rorion Gracie. The mended relationship paid off as Rorion Gracie helped prepare Bustamante for UFC 5 where Bustamante proved himself as the kingpin of the full contact fighting tournament. Shortly after the fight, Rorion Gracie promoted Bustamante as one of the head teachers at the Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy, a school that James Matthews, a former UFC competitor calls home. With his new position, has made the choice to make December 30th as his last date in the octagon. Bustamante is giving his duties as Jiu Jitsu Academy as teacher a full time commitment. We wish Murilo Bustamante the best in his new career path! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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