Canadian Tournament Combat 5: The Default World Comes To Canada

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Saturday, Week 4, February 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Martin "The Crippler" Cupples (11-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Underdog: +200) vs. Procopio "Porco" Golias (16-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #197, Favorite: -260)

Martin Cupples is a knock out artist of some skill, boasting heavy hands and strong wrestling skill. Unlike many other former boxer he has learned sturdy takedown defence, and good defence skills on the ground as well. He recently suffered his first career loss, a first round submission loss to Vikram Sithalayan in BCF. Procopio Golias is a short, squat fighter, who has made a name for himself as one of the toughest opponents to face. He is a nasty fighting, enjoying getting in close and grinding away opponents with grappling and ground control, and he is very hard to stop. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Hamilton Fonseca Jr. in FLB. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ern Fathoui vs. Jean-Jacques Levasseur in the Second Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kazuo Aizawa (5-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #52, Even: -110) vs. Alec Owlett (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #205, Even: -110)

Kazuo Aizawa is a kick boxing convert, a quick fighter who likes to try to overwhelm opponents with the sheer volume of strikes he throws. His lack of finishing power and one-dimensional MMA game are big weaknesses though. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Chojiro Goto in ALPHA-1. Alec Owlett is an all-rounder, and is perfectly capable of engaging in striking, grappling, or a battle on the ground. That said, his versatility comes with the price in that he isn't particularly threatening at anything and is very vulnerable against specialists. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Bjarne Bjerre vs. Valdo Calamari in the Second Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Bussho "Nurse Shark" Maruyama (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #45, Favorite: -750) vs. Vjekoslav "Cro Con" Sarich (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #212, Underdog: +590)

Bussho Maruyama is a tenacious young fighter, an all-rounder, able to stand and trade, wrestle, or take things to the ground. With the right sort of training and advice, he could turn out to be quite good. He won his first two fights with ALPHA-1, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Chikafusa Abukara in his last fight. Vjekoslav Sarich is a vicious striker, who came to MMA late in life, having served five years in a Croatian prison for violent assault. Noted for his heavy hands, Sarich is at his most dangerous in wild fist fights where his iron jaw means he is more than willing to stand and bang with abandon. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jerome Atkins vs. Marlon Standish in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ray "The Enigma" Eton (10-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #88, Favorite: -150) vs. "Cannonball" Bruno Epps (11-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #169, Underdog: +110)

Ray Eton is a decent wrestler, who is at his best when he can get a hold of an opponent and shut them down with his clinch game. His big weakness is if he ends up getting taken down, as he is horrible off his back. Bruno Epps is a wrestler, a former star grappler from Oklahoma State. He can cause problems if he can get hold of an opponent, but his lack of stand-up or ground game really limit his effectiveness in an MMA fight. The winner of this fight will face #41 Dana Delaney in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Herman Drick (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #100, Underdog: +460) vs. Teco (15-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #157, Favorite: -580)

Herman Drick is a New Zealander who lives and trains in Europe. A Taekwondo fighter, he is a decent striker, but his big problem is that he has nothing in reserve if his punches and kicks are ineffective. Teco is a kick boxer from Brazil who likes to use a lot of kicks in his bouts, in particular high head kicks to try and score spectacular knock outs. He can more than hold his own with most people in a striking battle, but when things degenerate into grappling he is much less able. The winner of this fight will face #29 Will Kane in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Phat Man" Ern Fathoui (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Favorite: -650) vs. Jean-Jacques Levasseur (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #188, Underdog: +510)

Ern Fathoui is an Iraqi who now lives and trains in Europe. He is a solid grappler who has a very dangerous submission game at his disposal. Known for his leglocks in particular, he is a very tricky customer indeed. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Evgeni Medtner in SIGMA. Jean-Jacques Levasseur is a French Muay Thai fighter, who is certainly more than capable of inflicting lots of damage with is striking abilities, but his problem is that the rest of his MMA game is shoddy at best. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Martin Cupples vs. Procopio Golias in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Bjarne Bjerre (6-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #77, Underdog: +410) vs. Valdo Calamari (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #180, Favorite: -520)

Bjarne Bjerre is a solid wrestler from Denmark, who likes to take his opponents to the mat and control them for long periods of time. His striking game is poor, although he does have the natural power to hurt opponents if he connects, and he is not good off his back, which limits his threat somewhat. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Christijan Van Belkum in SIGMA. Valdo Calamari is a decent all rounder, who was originally a wrestler with good hands but has since added some ground skills to the package too. He has improved with every fight since his debut in 1997 and the sky seems to be the limit for him. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Kazuo Aizawa vs. Alec Owlett in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Nobuo Morita (19-15, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #109, Underdog: +140) vs. Tekkan Okubo (8-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #148, Favorite: -180)

Nobuo Morita is a Japanese veteran. A fist fighter his fights usually go one of two ways, either he'll get beaten in short order by a more well-rounded opponent who exposes his abysmal ground defence or he'll end up in a striking war of attrition. Tekkan Okubo is a decent striker from Japan. Trained in Muay Thai he likes to stand and bang, and can do so with some success, but the rest of his MMA skill set is pretty weak and could use a lot of work. The winner of this fight will face #20 Mills Mullaly in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Jerome "Retribution" Atkins (1-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #84, Favorite: -140) vs. Marlon "Flash" Standish (5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #173, Underdog: +110)

Jerome Atkins is a striker from London, who was crowned the UK national Muay Thai champion in 1998. As you would expect his bread and butter is his striking game, a constant onslaught of punches, kicks, knees and elbows that few can withstand. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Scott Gillespie in BCF. Marlon Standish is a pretty limited MMA fighter, who has decent takedowns, and some competent ground and pound, but little else. He's certainly not going to be causing any great problems with his stand-up, which is woeful. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Bussho Maruyama vs. Vjekoslav Sarich in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Jayden Karp (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Favorite: -1200) vs. Joe "Perfect Storm" Pelham (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #196, Underdog: +960)

Jayden Karp is a talented young Englishman who is loaded with potential. His background is in submission fighting but he has allied that with a highly technical boxing game that gives him a lot of different attacking options. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Buzzy Tuttle in BCF. Joe Pelham is a kick boxer from California, who is well known for his heavy hands. A knock out artist, his trusty left hand can lay anybody out if he gets a clean connection. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Pavel Radulov vs. Godofredo Tavora in the Second Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ragnar "Rock" Gunnlaugsson (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #73, Favorite: -280) vs. Kingo Watanabe (5-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #184, Underdog: +220)

Ragnar Gunnlaugsson is almost glacial in his ice-cold approach to beating people up. A good striker, he is known for his pin-point accuracy. His ground game is nothing to write home about, but his good quality sprawl and freakish ability to get back to his feet quickly mean that he is rarely tested on that weakness. He is coming off a close Split Decision loss to Iain Fussell in BCF. Kingo Watanabe is a former amateur wrestler. Although a hard worker, it is hard to see how he will pose a threat to many opponents in MMA as he has little in the way of power or submission skill to attack with. The winner of this fight will face #201 Evan Pizzarro in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Marihito Katsumata (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #124, Underdog: +550) vs. Kensuke Tanaka (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #133, Favorite: -690)

Marihito Katsumata is a Japanese kick boxer. He has solid striking skills, albeit without the natural power to pose a real knock out threat, but his lack of an all-around game is a big weakness. Kensuke Tanaka is a promising young fighter, whose style revolves around the potent combination of two sports in which he had much success as an amateur: wrestling and boxing. The winner of this fight will face #5 Alberto Basora in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Willem Van Ommen (12-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #116, Favorite: -420) vs. Garrison Grable (14-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #141, Underdog: +330)

Willem Van Ommen is a solid kick boxer, who has the striking ability to make life difficult for most opponents, but lacks the all-around game to ever truly be dangerous in MMA. Garrison Grable is a journeyman fighter, who has decent grappling skills, but little else in his arsenal, and that is why he has been scraping just a little over a 50% win ratio for his career. The winner of this fight will face #13 Jens Halle in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Rodolfo de Souza (8-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #93, Favorite: -250) vs. Yosai Godo (5-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #164, Underdog: +190)

Rodolfo de Souza is a Brazilian kick boxer, who is very much a middle of the pack fighter. In other words he's good, but nowhere near great. His striking is his main asset, but the rest of his MMA game is pretty weak. Yosai Godo is a low-level fighter, whose only real threat is from his submission game, as he is capable of tapping the unwary. The rest of his skill set is so-so at best, and he has struggled accordingly. The winner of this fight will face #36 Delroy Rhodes in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Red Fury" Pavel Radulov (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #68, Favorite: -1070) vs. Godofredo Tavora (7-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #189, Underdog: +850)

Pavel Radulov is an all-rounder, who can handle any aspect of MMA, being a decent striker, wrestler, and submission artist all in one package. His weakness is that while he has no significant problem area, he also doesn't have a particularly strong element to his game either. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Dominykas Jankovic in SIGMA. Godofredo Tavora is a Muay Thai fighter, who has some decent striking ability, but is ultimately let down by being so incredibly one dimensional. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jayden Karp vs. Joe Pelham in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Immortal Tiger" Sukeyasu Tsunoda (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #125, Underdog: +100) vs. Michihiro Kodera (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #132, Favorite: -110)

Sukeyasu Tsunoda is a good kick boxer from Japan. Known for his spectacular head kicks and trademark spinning kicks, Tsunoda is a crowd favorite due to his exciting style. Michihiro Kodera is an unexceptional Jiu-Jitsu fighter from Japan, whose primary threat is from his array of leglocks, which he can apply from many varied positions. His striking is his big weakness, carrying absolutely no threat whatsoever. The winner of this fight will face #4 Ichisake Miyagi in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ronaldo Roncatto (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #105, Favorite: -350) vs. Holden Strant (8-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #152, Underdog: +270)

Ronaldo Roncatto is a one-dimensional fighter from South America who comes from a kick boxing background. He is capable of standing and trading strikes with most people, but is severely lacking in every other aspect of MMA. Holden Strant is a young Karate fighter who is distinctively average at stand-up and lacks the overall talent to ever be a viable threat. The winner of this fight will face #24 Vikram Sithalayan in the Second Round.

 

Weigh-In Results

Martin Cupples (170 lbs) vs. Procopio Golias (170 lbs)

Kazuo Aizawa (170 lbs) vs. Alec Owlett (170 lbs)

Bussho Maruyama (170 lbs) vs. Vjekoslav Sarich (170 lbs)

Ray Eton (170 lbs) vs. Bruno Epps (170 lbs)

Herman Drick (170 lbs) vs. Teco (170 lbs)

Ern Fathoui (170 lbs) vs. Jean-Jacques Levasseur (170 lbs)

Bjarne Bjerre (170 lbs) vs. Valdo Calamari (170 lbs)

Nobuo Morita (170 lbs) vs. Tekkan Okubo (170 lbs)

Jerome Atkins (170 lbs) vs. Marlon Standish (170 lbs)

Jayden Karp (170 lbs) vs. Joe Pelham (170 lbs)

Ragnar Gunnlaugsson (170 lbs) vs. Kingo Watanabe (170 lbs)

Marihito Katsumata (170 lbs) vs. Kensuke Tanaka (170 lbs)

Willem Van Ommen (170 lbs) vs. Garrison Grable (170 lbs)

Rodolfo de Souza (170 lbs) vs. Yosai Godo (170 lbs)

Pavel Radulov (170 lbs) vs. Godofredo Tavora (170 lbs)

Sukeyasu Tsunoda (170 lbs) vs. Michihiro Kodera (170 lbs)

Ronaldo Roncatto (170 lbs) vs. Holden Strant (170 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 12 Full Fight Card

WW: Martin Cupples vs. Procopio Golias

WW: Kazuo Aizawa vs. Alec Owlett

WW: Bussho Maruyama vs. Vjekoslav Sarich

WW: Ray Eton vs. Bruno Epps

WW: Herman Drick vs. Teco

WW: Ern Fathoui vs. Jean-Jacques Levasseur

WW: Bjarne Bjerre vs. Valdo Calamari

WW: Nobuo Morita vs. Tekkan Okubo

WW: Jerome Atkins vs. Marlon Standish

WW: Jayden Karp vs. Joe Pelham

 

WW: Ragnar Gunnlaugsson vs. Kingo Watanabe

WW: Marihito Katsumata vs. Kensuke Tanaka

WW: Willem Van Ommen vs. Garrison Grable

WW: Rodolfo de Souza vs. Yosai Godo

WW: Pavel Radulov vs. Godofredo Tavora

WW: Sukeyasu Tsunoda vs. Michihiro Kodera

WW: Ronaldo Roncatto vs. Holden Strant

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Saturday, Week 4, February 2002

Live From Regina, Saskatchewan

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ronaldo Roncatto (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Favorite: -350) vs. Holden Strant (8-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Denver, Colorado, Underdog: +270)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first prelim fight is up next, in which Ronaldo Roncatto battles Holden Strant.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:47) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Strant misses with a big right hand, allowing Roncatto to counter with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Strant has a large gash on his forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward his eyes.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Roncatto slips past a right hook and counters with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Roncatto comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Strant hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Roncatto connects with a jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Roncatto slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a glancing blow from a high kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Roncatto comes forward, walking down Strant.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Strant lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) A jab lands from Roncatto but Strant steps back to avoid a high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Roncatto comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Roncatto steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Roncatto fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Roncatto comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Strant throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Roncatto throws some strikes and a kick to the body, but Strant avoids them all.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) With Strant bleeding, referee William Yeats pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) The fight recommences!

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Roncatto steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Strant misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Roncatto fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Moving forward constantly, Roncatto is pressuring Strant.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Strant manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) A jab hits home from Roncatto and then he hits Strant with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Roncatto stalks forward, pressuring Strant.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Strant tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Roncatto can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Strant with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Roncatto forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Strant tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Roncatto lands a left hand and then he lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Roncatto comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Roncatto looks to pressure Strant, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Roncatto fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Roncatto

 

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Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Roncatto misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) Strant misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Roncatto to attack with a left jab and a low kick that doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 04:20) Taking a few gulps of breath, Roncatto is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Strant doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Roncatto uses a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Roncatto comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Strant fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Roncatto connects with a jab but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Strant misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Roncatto comes in with a head kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Strant misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Roncatto attacks with a quick left jab and a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Strant may have a broken nose from that shot, there is blood pouring down his face.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) A broken nose will certainly have a big impact upon his breathing.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Roncatto steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Strant throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Roncatto can't connect with a jab, but then he hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Strant is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Roncatto starts pounding away on Strant, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Roncatto unloads with massive right hands and Strant is getting destroyed!

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Referee William Yeats jumps in and saves Strant from taking any more shots!

(Rd 2 - 01:54) The winner, by TKO; Ronaldo Roncatto!

 

 

Official Result: Ronaldo Roncatto defeats Holden Strant (TKO (Strikes) in 3:06 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ronaldo Roncatto thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Immortal Tiger" Sukeyasu Tsunoda (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Underdog: +100) vs. Michihiro Kodera (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Hokkaido, Japan, Favorite: -110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Immortal Tiger' Sukeyasu Tsunoda faces Michihiro Kodera.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Marianne Froth, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Barely moving during the introductions, Tsunoda looks completely and utterly focused on the task in hand.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Kodera hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Tsunoda hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Kodera shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Tsunoda almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Kodera has hold of one leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Unable to complete the takedown, Kodera instead pushes Tsunoda up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Kodera looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Kodera gets the takedown! Tsunoda pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Kodera starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) He does excellently, getting into side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Kodera attempts a kneebar by hooking a leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Tsunoda gets caught by the kneebar, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Michihiro Kodera takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: Michihiro Kodera defeats 'The Immortal Tiger' Sukeyasu Tsunoda (Submission (Kneebar) in 2:09 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Michihiro Kodera thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Michihiro Kodera says that he is happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Red Fury" Pavel Radulov (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Samara, Russia, Favorite: -1070) vs. Godofredo Tavora (7-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Underdog: +850)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'Red Fury' Pavel Radulov taking on Godofredo Tavora.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Marianne Froth, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Radulov lands a weak, tentative jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Tavora connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Radulov shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) He has the takedown! Tavora pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Radulov begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Radulov gets past, but Tavora stops him at half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Radulov begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Radulov is too skilled for Tavora, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Radulov attempts an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Tavora doesn't allow the armbar to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Radulov tries to lock Tavora into a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) The kimura is fully applied, Tavora has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:52) The winner, by submission; Pavel Radulov!

 

 

Official Result: 'Red Fury' Pavel Radulov defeats Godofredo Tavora (Submission (Kimura) in 4:08 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

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

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Rodolfo de Souza (8-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Favorite: -250) vs. Yosai Godo (5-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Underdog: +190)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Rodolfo de Souza competes against Yosai Godo.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Marianne Froth, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Rodolfo throws some strikes and a right head kick, but Godo defended them all.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Rodolfo comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Godo may have been setting up to shoot, but Rodolfo aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) A jab lands from Rodolfo, but the following kick to the body misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Rodolfo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Godo with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Godo uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Rodolfo lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Rodolfo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Rodolfo moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Godo appeared to be going for a takedown, but Rodolfo took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Rodolfo lands a jab and then lands a vicious right cross!

(Rd 1 - 03:11) He's down! Godo falls to the floor!

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Rodolfo senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Rodolfo pounds away, Godo is barely able to offer any defence at all!

(Rd 1 - 03:01) With Godo taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Rodolfo de Souza takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Rodolfo de Souza defeats Yosai Godo (TKO (Strikes) in 2:14 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Rodolfo de Souza thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Rodolfo de Souza says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Willem Van Ommen (12-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Amsterdam, Netherlands, Favorite: -420) vs. Garrison Grable (14-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Underdog: +330)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Willem Van Ommen competes against Garrison Grable.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Marianne Froth.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Van Ommen comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Van Ommen steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Van Ommen connects with a nice jab and then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Van Ommen comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Grable misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Van Ommen feints to one side, causing Grable to react and leave himself off balance.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Van Ommen hits a left jab and then he catches Grable with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Backing off, Grable stumbles and almost goes down...I think he is hurt!

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Van Ommen tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but it misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Van Ommen attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Grable throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Van Ommen can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Van Ommen comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Grable fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Van Ommen throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) Moving forward constantly, Van Ommen is pressuring Grable.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) Van Ommen bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) A jab is wide from Van Ommen, but then he hits Grable with a beautiful right uppercut!

(Rd 1 - 02:23) He's down! Grable falls to the floor!

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Moving quickly, Van Ommen comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps!

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Grable is back to his feet too quickly though.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Van Ommen throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Seizing the opportunity, Grable clinches.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Clinched with Van Ommen, Grable looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Grable gets the takedown! Van Ommen pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Grable clings very tight to Van Ommen while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Van Ommen drags Grable in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) The clock runs down as Van Ommen is being smothered against the ground by Grable.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Van Ommen is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Grable off of him.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Van Ommen.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Van Ommen initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Grable tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Van Ommen lands a left jab but Grable avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) There's a takedown attempt from Grable.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) A great sprawl from Van Ommen prevents the takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Van Ommen comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Grable throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Van Ommen lands a left hand and then he scores with a fantastic right cross!

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Grable goes down hard, he's out!

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Willem Van Ommen takes the victory by way of knock out!

 

 

Official Result: Willem Van Ommen defeats Garrison Grable (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:03 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Willem Van Ommen name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Marihito Katsumata (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +550) vs. Kensuke Tanaka (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -690)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Marihito Katsumata goes head to head with Kensuke Tanaka.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Stewart Morecambe, Marianne Froth, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Tanaka misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Tanaka lands a one-two. Katsumata uses a left jab and also lands a left kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Tanaka connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Katsumata hits a pair of jabs and also lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Blood is visible on Katsumata, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Katsumata misses with a big right hand, allowing Tanaka to counter with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Katsumata steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Tanaka hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Katsumata can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Tanaka with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Katsumata misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Katsumata misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Tanaka comes in with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Tanaka scores with a brace of jabs but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Katsumata hits a left jab and also hits a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Tanaka is off-target with a jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Katsumata misses with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) The clock is stopped as referee William Yeats wants to check the cut on Katsumata.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Tanaka scores with a left hook. Katsumata doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Katsumata initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Tanaka hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Katsumata.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Tanaka hits a left hand. Katsumata misses a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Tanaka, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Tanaka is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Katsumata looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) It looked like we were about to see Tanaka try and get some grappling started, but Katsumata was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Katsumata fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Tanaka.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Katsumata comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Tanaka hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Katsumata lands a left jab but Tanaka evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) For the first time, Katsumata is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Katsumata is off target with a left jab but hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Tanaka finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Katsumata lands a left jab but misses with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Tanaka is off target with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Tanaka shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Katsumata cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Tanaka fires away with rights, but does little in the way of actual damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) Time slips away as Tanaka successfully keeps Katsumata stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Tanaka throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) Tanaka attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) Katsumata can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) Tanaka throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Tanaka tries to pound on Katsumata, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 2 - 00:01) Tanaka pounds away, landing several clean blows on Katsumata in the process.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Tanaka, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Tanaka is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:55) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Tanaka slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with two jabs that are followed by a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Katsumata steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Tanaka hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Katsumata throws a two-punch combo but Tanaka avoids both.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Tanaka is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) Katsumata misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Tanaka comes in with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a left hook to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) Katsumata misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a couple of jabs that are followed by a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Tanaka uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Katsumata doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) Tanaka slips past a right hook and counters with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Tanaka lands a left jab but misses with a right hand. Katsumata scores with a jab but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Katsumata is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Tanaka misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) Tanaka counters a right hand with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:07) Looking very tired, Katsumata isn't able to resist being pulled into a clinch by Tanaka.

(Rd 3 - 01:07) Tanaka uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Katsumata.

(Rd 3 - 00:47) Using his wrestling skills, Tanaka is trying to push Katsumata up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:47) Katsumata ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) Katsumata doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) Katsumata is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 00:20) Katsumata is trapped against the cage and Tanaka punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) Tanaka drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Tanaka.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Katsumata, he's running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Looking a bit tense, Katsumata moves around the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:10) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:10) Tanaka dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:43) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:43) Katsumata is off target with a left jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 4 - 03:43) Tanaka hits a pair of jabs and also hits a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) Tanaka is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 4 - 03:19) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 03:19) Katsumata misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Tanaka attacks with two jabs that are followed by a good right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:55) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 4 - 02:32) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:32) Katsumata misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) Katsumata gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Tanaka uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 4 - 02:01) Tanaka uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Katsumata as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 01:44) Tanaka tries to wrestle Katsumata backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:44) He does so and now has Katsumata pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) Tanaka hits a big knee to the stomach!

(Rd 4 - 01:10) Tanaka is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 01:10) Tanaka uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) Tanaka smothers Katsumata against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Tanaka catches Katsumata with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 00:36) Katsumata gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 00:27) Tanaka catches Katsumata with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) Tanaka smothers Katsumata against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) Tanaka hits Katsumata, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Tanaka.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Katsumata winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Katsumata has some nasty red marks around the rib area, testament to the shots he has endured tonight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:53) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Tanaka misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Katsumata comes in with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) Katsumata gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Tanaka uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) Tanaka is trying to push Katsumata so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) Tanaka achieves it, pinning Katsumata to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Dropping down, Tanaka secures a leg and starts looking for a takedown. Katsumata is left hopping on his other leg, trying to balance.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) It's not pretty, but Tanaka drags Katsumata to the mat. Katsumata pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:30) The clock runs down as Katsumata is being smothered against the ground by Tanaka.

(Rd 5 - 02:53) Tanaka attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 5 - 02:53) Tanaka is too much for Katsumata, passing guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 5 - 02:18) Tanaka is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 5 - 02:18) Katsumata can't stop it and gets mounted.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) Tanaka looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) Tanaka fires away with punches, and Katsumata is stung by several big shots.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) Tanaka forces Katsumata to turn away from the strikes, giving up his back!

(Rd 5 - 01:40) Tanaka tries to finish Katsumata off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 5 - 01:40) Katsumata fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 5 - 01:17) Tanaka blocks Katsumata as he tries to roll over.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Tanaka tries to get both hooks in, but can't quite manage it.

(Rd 5 - 00:46) Katsumata tries to move Tanaka off his back but can't.

(Rd 5 - 00:26) Tanaka pounds away on Katsumata, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Tanaka pounds away on Katsumata, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Tanaka, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Kensuke Tanaka!

 

 

Official Result: Kensuke Tanaka defeats Marihito Katsumata (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Kensuke Tanaka thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he has a lot of respect for Marihito Katsumata and praises his toughness. He is charismatic, and that helps him benefit from these interviews.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ragnar "Rock" Gunnlaugsson (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Reykjavik, Iceland, Favorite: -280) vs. Kingo Watanabe (5-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Underdog: +220)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Ragnar 'Rock' Gunnlaugsson goes head to head with Kingo Watanabe in the CTC Welterweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Marianne Froth, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Gunnlaugsson comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Watanabe misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Gunnlaugsson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Gunnlaugsson moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Gunnlaugsson fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) It looks like Watanabe has been cut above the eye.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Gunnlaugsson comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Gunnlaugsson confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Gunnlaugsson misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Gunnlaugsson moves confidently around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) Gunnlaugsson lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Gunnlaugsson forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Watanabe manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Gunnlaugsson connects with two left hands and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Watanabe.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) The referee signals for the fight to continue!

(Rd 1 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Moving forward constantly, Gunnlaugsson is pressuring Watanabe.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Gunnlaugsson is now in the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Gunnlaugsson lands a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Watanabe may have been aiming to get in close, but Gunnlaugsson aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Gunnlaugsson uses a left jab, but the following leg kick misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Gunnlaugsson, 10-9 on my card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Gunnlaugsson moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Watanabe into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Gunnlaugsson avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Gunnlaugsson hits a left jab and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Gunnlaugsson stalks forward, pressuring Watanabe.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Watanabe tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Gunnlaugsson fools Watanabe with a feint.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Gunnlaugsson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Watanabe with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) Watanabe doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) Gunnlaugsson scores with a jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Gunnlaugsson steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Watanabe misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Gunnlaugsson fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Watanabe with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Gunnlaugsson comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Watanabe manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Gunnlaugsson fools Watanabe with a feint.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) A jab lands from Gunnlaugsson but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Gunnlaugsson moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Watanabe into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Gunnlaugsson moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Watanabe.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) A successful feint leaves Watanabe vulnerable.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) A jab hits home from Gunnlaugsson and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:01) Gunnlaugsson initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:01) Watanabe fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 03:01) Gunnlaugsson throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Gunnlaugsson is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Gunnlaugsson initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Watanabe lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Gunnlaugsson throws a two-punch combo but Watanabe avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Gunnlaugsson forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Watanabe tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Gunnlaugsson lands a jab and then he hits Watanabe with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for Gunnlaugsson.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Watanabe comes in and grabs Gunnlaugsson in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Using his wrestling skills, Watanabe is trying to push Gunnlaugsson up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Watanabe does it, Gunnlaugsson is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) Gunnlaugsson takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Watanabe smothers Gunnlaugsson against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 2 - 01:04) Watanabe pins Gunnlaugsson up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Gunnlaugsson takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) Watanabe uses dirty boxing to punish Gunnlaugsson while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Watanabe hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) With Gunnlaugsson stuck against the cage, Watanabe tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) Watanabe has the takedown and gets side control from it.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Watanabe pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Gunnlaugsson tries to pull guard on Watanabe but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Gunnlaugsson.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Gunnlaugsson is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:49) Gunnlaugsson counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) Watanabe is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) Watanabe misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Gunnlaugsson attacks with a left jab and a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) Gunnlaugsson slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Looking very tired, Gunnlaugsson isn't able to resist being pulled into a clinch by Watanabe.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Watanabe tries to use some dirty boxing, but Gunnlaugsson uses his wrestling skills to smother him.

(Rd 3 - 03:33) Gunnlaugsson tries to wriggle free, but Watanabe controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Using his wrestling skills, Watanabe is trying to push Gunnlaugsson up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) He does so and now has Gunnlaugsson pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Watanabe is keeping Gunnlaugsson pressed up tightly against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Watanabe and Gunnlaugsson remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 3 - 01:51) Gunnlaugsson gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Watanabe tries to throw a knee to the thigh but Gunnlaugsson uses wrestling to prevent it.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) With the cage trapping Gunnlaugsson, Watanabe looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) Gunnlaugsson cannot stop the takedown and has to pull half guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Watanabe throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Gunnlaugsson attempts to get some separation in order to try to stand, but can't.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Watanabe tries to pound on Gunnlaugsson, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Gunnlaugsson attempts to get some separation in order to try to stand, but can't.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Watanabe, 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Gunnlaugsson up 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:52) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) A few deep breaths betray that Gunnlaugsson is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) Taking a few gulps of breath, Watanabe is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Gunnlaugsson comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Watanabe throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Gunnlaugsson throws a one-two, but Watanabe was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) Gunnlaugsson is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) Gunnlaugsson studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Moving forward constantly, Gunnlaugsson is pressuring Watanabe.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Gunnlaugsson is now in the pocket.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Gunnlaugsson hits a left jab and then he catches Watanabe with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Gunnlaugsson is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Watanabe lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 02:10) Gunnlaugsson initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:10) Watanabe manages a counter jab.

(Rd 4 - 02:10) Gunnlaugsson uses a left jab but Watanabe evades a big right to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) Gunnlaugsson moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Watanabe into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) Watanabe lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) A jab hits home from Gunnlaugsson and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:30) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 01:30) Watanabe lands a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:30) Gunnlaugsson lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Gunnlaugsson comes forward, walking down Watanabe.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Watanabe tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Gunnlaugsson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) A jab is wide from Gunnlaugsson, but then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Gunnlaugsson comes forward, walking down Watanabe.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Watanabe tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Gunnlaugsson lands a jab and then he lands a vicious right cross!

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Watanabe is knocked down!

(Rd 4 - 00:29) Gunnlaugsson looks very, very tired.

(Rd 4 - 00:29) Gunnlaugsson senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 4 - 00:29) Gunnlaugsson unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Gunnlaugsson over-commits and that allows Watanabe to tip him off balance and start to scramble!

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Gunnlaugsson scrambles to his feet, but Watanabe immediately drives him up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That was a good round, full of action, hopefully we've got more of the same to come.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Gunnlaugsson, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Watanabe is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 5 - 04:54) A punch from Gunnlaugsson fails to land.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Watanabe takes the chance and grabs Gunnlaugsson into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:42) Watanabe hits Gunnlaugsson with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:30) Watanabe is trying to muscle Gunnlaugsson up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:30) Watanabe does it, Gunnlaugsson is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) With the cage trapping Gunnlaugsson, Watanabe looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) He has the takedown! Gunnlaugsson pulls half guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Watanabe punches down at Gunnlaugsson, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 03:47) Watanabe fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 5 - 03:18) Gunnlaugsson works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.

(Rd 5 - 03:18) Watanabe seizes the opportunity, Gunnlaugsson was too slow and gets caught in side control.

(Rd 5 - 03:02) Looking to catch his breath, Watanabe is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 5 - 02:46) Gunnlaugsson tries to move to guard, but Watanabe doesn't allow it.

(Rd 5 - 02:33) Watanabe fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 5 - 02:17) Gunnlaugsson tries to pull guard on Watanabe but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) Watanabe pounds away and Gunnlaugsson struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 5 - 01:37) Watanabe throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) Watanabe throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 5 - 00:44) Watanabe blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:29) Watanabe fires off some rights, but Gunnlaugsson isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) Gunnlaugsson tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Watanabe.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 48-47.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Ragnar 'Rock' Gunnlaugsson wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Ragnar 'Rock' Gunnlaugsson defeats Kingo Watanabe (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ragnar Gunnlaugsson name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Visibly delighted, Ragnar Gunnlaugsson celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

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CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Jayden Karp (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Blackpool, England, Favorite: -1200) vs. Joe "Perfect Storm" Pelham (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: San Diego, California, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the main portion of the show with Jayden Karp going head to head with Joe 'Perfect Storm' Pelham.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Benjamin Milligan III, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Karp warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to shoot in.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) A jab lands from Pelham, but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Karp shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Pelham gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Karp unloads with some right hands, but Pelham deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Karp starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Karp struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Pelham is really working hard on the ground to slow down Karp and make him work for everything.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Karp throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Karp tries to break the guard of Pelham, perhaps looking for a leglock opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Pelham blocks it by keeping his guard secure.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) With no progress being made, referee William Yeats stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Pelham fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Pelham uses a right jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Karp finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Pelham misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Karp comes in with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Blood is visible on Pelham, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Karp misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Pelham comes in with a right jab and a big left hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Pelham, 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Pelham looks pumped up and his team are delighted.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) He may have come into this fight as the heavy underdog, but you wouldn't know it based on that first round.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Pelham in between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Pelham confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) A jab is wide from Pelham, but then he lands a vicious left cross!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Karp hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 2 - 04:44) Moving quickly, Pelham comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps!

(Rd 2 - 04:44) Pelham is too slow though, and Karp is back up.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Pelham closes in on Karp, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Karp had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Pelham lands a right jab, but leaves himself wide open with an attempted kick to the body and Karp capitalises by catching the leg!

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Pelham hops on one foot, trying to balance. Karp tries for a takedown attempt.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Karp can't get Pelham down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:37) With Pelham stuck against the cage, Karp tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:37) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Karp fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Karp attempts a kimura.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) The kimura is locked in, tight enough that Pelham has to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 02:28) By submission, the winner is Jayden Karp!

 

 

Official Result: Jayden Karp defeats Joe 'Perfect Storm' Pelham (Submission (Kimura) in 2:32 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jayden Karp thanks everyone connected to KO Fighters for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He is then asked who he'd like to fight next, and he calls out Jean-Jacques Levasseur, saying that "he can't beat me". He knows how to use these interviews to sell himself.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Jerome "Retribution" Atkins (1-1, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Favorite: -140) vs. Marlon "Flash" Standish (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Fort Wayne, Indiana, Underdog: +110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Jerome 'Retribution' Atkins competes against Marlon 'Flash' Standish.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Roger Bennett.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Marianne Froth, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Atkins clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Atkins comes forward, walking down Standish.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Standish lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) A jab is wide from Atkins, but then he lands a big left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Atkins comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Atkins looks to pressure Standish, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Atkins lands a jab and then he hits Standish with a powerful leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Atkins moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Standish into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Standish tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Atkins hits a right jab and then he hits Standish with a sensational high left head kick!

(Rd 1 - 04:00) It's a knock out! Standish is down and out!

(Rd 1 - 03:50) The winner, by knock out, is Jerome 'Retribution' Atkins!

 

 

Official Result: Jerome 'Retribution' Atkins defeats Marlon 'Flash' Standish (Knock Out (Kick) in 1:10 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jerome Atkins name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says he's already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Nobuo Morita (19-15, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: +140) vs. Tekkan Okubo (8-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -180)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Nobuo Morita takes on Tekkan Okubo.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Marianne Froth, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:48) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Morita misses with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Okubo misses a jab and also has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Okubo moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Morita into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Okubo moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Morita.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Okubo throws a two-punch combo but Morita avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Okubo doesn't connect with a left jab and also can't make contact on a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Morita is off-target with a jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) A punch from Okubo fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Morita takes the chance and grabs Okubo into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) With control of the clinch, Morita tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Morita can't get the takedown as Okubo wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Okubo tries to wrestle Morita backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Okubo manages it and controls Morita up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Okubo hits Morita, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Okubo is aiming to get Morita into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) He gets it and now has Morita in trouble.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) From the clinch, Okubo hits Morita with a knee to the ribs, but it lacked power.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Okubo keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) From the clinch, Okubo drives a knee into the face of Morita!

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Morita appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Okubo keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Okubo keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Okubo scores with a knee to the chest, but it came from a bad angle and didn't have much power.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Morita tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Hopefully the next round will produce a little more in the way of action.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Okubo, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Morita in between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Okubo lands a left jab and a right cross. Morita finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Okubo comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Okubo looks to pressure Morita, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Okubo throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Okubo comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Morita hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Okubo hits a couple of minor left hands, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Morita scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Okubo hits a pair of jabs but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) Morita is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Okubo comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Morita scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Okubo can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Okubo is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Morita doesn't connect with a left jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Okubo tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Okubo steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Morita manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) A one-two from Okubo fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Okubo throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Morita moves in fast and clinches with Okubo.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Morita tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Okubo stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) Okubo tries to take Morita down.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) It doesn't work, Morita defended against it well.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Okubo tries to wrestle Morita backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Okubo does it, Morita is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Okubo, 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Okubo ahead 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Morita misses a right hook and gets countered with a left kick to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Morita is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Okubo scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) Morita misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Okubo slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a body kick that misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) Morita misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Okubo to attack with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Okubo is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) Morita slips past a right hook and counters with a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) Okubo hits a jab but can't hit a right cross. Morita hits a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) A few deep breaths betray that Morita is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Okubo scores with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Morita lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) Okubo lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:41) Okubo is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Okubo is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Morita is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:17) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:17) Okubo lands a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. Morita hits a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Okubo took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Morita needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:53) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Morita connects with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Okubo connects with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Morita doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 04:41) Okubo hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 4 - 04:19) Morita looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 4 - 04:19) Okubo lands a left hand and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Okubo can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Morita starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut under his eye.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Okubo lands a left jab, but Morita evades a big right punch.

(Rd 4 - 03:08) Okubo fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Morita with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Okubo seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 02:42) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:42) Okubo dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left kick to the body.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) The two fighters strike, but without success.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Morita is off target with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Okubo misses with a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:53) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:53) Okubo slips past a right hook and counters with a kick to the leg.

(Rd 4 - 01:44) Okubo shouts at his opponent, telling them to bring it on.

(Rd 4 - 01:38) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:38) Okubo counters a right hand with a quick left hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:25) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:25) Morita misses with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:25) Okubo finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 4 - 01:25) Okubo has been cut above his hairline, blood is trickling down.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Okubo tries to take Morita down.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) It doesn't work, Morita defended against it well.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) The gas tank looks empty on Okubo.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) Clinched with Morita, Okubo looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) Okubo doesn't get it, Morita blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 4 - 00:44) The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other.

(Rd 4 - 00:23) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:23) Okubo misses with a big right hand, allowing Morita to counter with a quick left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Okubo attempts to wrestle Morita to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Okubo doesn't get it, Morita blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Okubo, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Morita really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Both corners have their work cut out for them trying to close cuts between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Morita is off-target with a jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Okubo misses a jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) Morita looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cuts on both fighters.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) The ringside doctor examines the cuts...and signals that neither is a fight ender.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) The fight will be restarted in the center!

(Rd 5 - 04:28) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Okubo is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Morita misses a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Okubo is bleeding again from just above his hairline, a strike has re-opened the wound.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Okubo tries to take Morita down.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Okubo doesn't get it, Morita blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) With control of the clinch, Okubo tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) The takedown doesn't work, Morita blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:28) Morita tries to use a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:28) Morita can't get the trip, as Okubo wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 03:02) With control of the clinch, Okubo tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:02) Okubo doesn't get it, Morita blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 5 - 02:45) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) Okubo misses with a big right hand, allowing Morita to counter with a quick left hook.

(Rd 5 - 02:00) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 5 - 01:45) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:45) Morita misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) Okubo hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) Morita finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Okubo attempts a trip to put Morita on the ground.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Okubo can't get Morita down to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 00:49) Okubo looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 00:49) Okubo can't get the takedown as Morita wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 00:20) Morita tries to take Okubo down.

(Rd 5 - 00:20) Okubo blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 5 - 00:04) Morita looks totally gassed.

(Rd 5 - 00:04) Morita and Okubo break the grapple and are apart again, circling.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Okubo 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 50-45 (Marianne Froth), 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 50-46 (Benjamin Milligan III).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Tekkan Okubo wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Tekkan Okubo defeats Nobuo Morita (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Tekkan Okubo thanks God, his sponsors, and all his supporters. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Jean-Jacques Levasseur, saying that he'll destroy him.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Bjarne Bjerre (6-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Odense, Denmark, Underdog: +410) vs. Valdo Calamari (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -520)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Bjarne Bjerre goes head to head with Valdo Calamari.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Marianne Froth, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Bjerre chooses to shoot in on Calamari.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Calamari almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Bjerre has hold of one leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Bjerre can't get Calamari down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Bjerre tries to take Calamari down.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) The takedown is completed, Calamari is left turtled up on his hands and knees, Bjerre on top of him.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Moving quickly, Calamari scrambles.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Calamari somehow winds up underneath the north-south control of Bjerre.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Bjerre strikes Calamari in the ribs with a few short elbows, but they lack venom.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Calamari is able to break free from the north-south position and scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) The scramble sees Calamari up first, and he is quick to wrestle Bjerre up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Calamari looks to take Bjerre down with a trip.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) A great inside leg trip sees Bjerre get thrown to the mat and Calamari is left in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Calamari begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Calamari struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Bjerre tries to get full guard on Calamari but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Calamari begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Bjerre was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Calamari is up first and quickly grabs Bjerre, pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Calamari looks to take Bjerre down with a trip.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) An outside leg trip sweeps Bjerre down to the ground!

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Calamari ends up holding a seated Bjerre around the waist, pressing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Calamari pounds away and Bjerre struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Calamari tries to improve his position.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Calamari shows his ground skills and gets full mount!

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Calamari pounds away and Bjerre eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Calamari pounds away and Bjerre eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) A superb round of action there, and the fans are all on their feet now.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Calamari, but only a 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Calamari shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Bjerre almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Calamari has hold of one leg.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Calamari drives Bjerre up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Calamari looks to take Bjerre down with a trip.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Bjerre is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull half guard!

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Calamari tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Calamari shows his skill, slipping from half guard straight into a mount with minimum fuss.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Calamari unloads with big rights and Bjerre is getting rocked!

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Calamari unloads and Bjerre is taking punch after punch!

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Referee Roger Bennett pulls Calamari away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 2 - 02:50) The winner, by TKO; Valdo Calamari!

 

 

Official Result: Valdo Calamari defeats Bjarne Bjerre (TKO (Strikes) in 2:10 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Valdo Calamari name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Phat Man" Ern Fathoui (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Baghdad, Iraq, Favorite: -650) vs. Jean-Jacques Levasseur (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Rennes, France, Underdog: +510)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Phat Man' Ern Fathoui goes up against Jean-Jacques Levasseur.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Marianne Froth, Reginald Wodehouse, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Levasseur connects with a jab, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Levasseur lands a jab and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) A tentative jab from Fathoui lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Levasseur can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Fathoui appeared to be going for a takedown, but Levasseur took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Levasseur hits a left jab and then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Levasseur hits a left jab and then catches Fathoui with a beautiful right kick to the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Fathoui tries to cover up but is very clearly wobbling! The only reason he is still upright is that he's now slumped against the cage! Here comes Levasseur, he knows that this is a chance to finish!

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Levasseur is looking to get Fathoui in a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) He has it hooked, Fathoui was too dazed to muster any sort of serious defensive action.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Levasseur can't maintain his hold, and Fathoui wrestles his way into a wrestling clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Fathoui looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Levasseur blocks the takedown, but only by grabbing the cage!

(Rd 1 - 02:33) The referee spots it and gives a verbal warning!

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Fathoui drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) The takedown is completed, Fathoui would not be denied.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Levasseur is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Fathoui holding him down.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Fathoui attempts a guillotine.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) The guillotine is fully applied, Levasseur has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 01:55) The winner, by submission; Ern Fathoui!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Phat Man' Ern Fathoui defeats Jean-Jacques Levasseur (Submission (Guillotine) in 3:05 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ern Fathoui thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Callum Henson, saying that he'll destroy him. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Herman Drick (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Auckland, New Zealand, Underdog: +460) vs. Teco (15-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Recife, Brazil, Favorite: -580)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Herman Drick faces Teco.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Drick counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Teco counters a leg kick attempt with a nice left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Drick misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a left kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Drick misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Drick misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Teco to attack with a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Drick is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Teco scores with a jab and also just about lands a head kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Teco counters a roundhouse kick with a quick kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Teco is off-target with a jab but lands a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Drick finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Drick is limping slightly.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Drick misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Teco scores with a brace of jabs and also hits a glancing high kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Limping slightly, Drick is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Teco counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right head kick that did damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Drick backs away...and almost falls down! I think that last strike really hurt him!

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Seeing his chance, Teco runs in and tries a flying knee strike...but Drick has recovered too fast, and is able to move.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Teco, 10-9 on my card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Drick is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Teco hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Drick is not able to compete with Teco in a striking battle, he is getting badly out-struck.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Drick.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Drick misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Teco comes in with a quick left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Teco misses a jab and also has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Drick goes for a high kick but misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Drick misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Teco attacks with two jabs that are followed by a head kick attempt that doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) Taking a few gulps of breath, Drick is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) The clock is stopped as referee Roger Bennett wants to check the cut on Drick.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We're back underway!

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Drick misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right head kick that did damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) That last shot may have done some damage, Drick backs off until against the cage and tries to cover up! He looks dazed and unsteady!

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Teco sees the opportunity and leaps at Drick with a flying knee! It hits, but not fully, and Drick remains leaning against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Teco unleashes a right high kick but Drick ducks under it.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Drick circles back to the center, having gotten the time he needed to regain his wits somewhat.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Taking a few gulps of breath, Teco is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Drick is limping a little bit.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Drick misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Teco attacks with a left jab and a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Drick misses with a big right hand, allowing Teco to counter with a left jab and a powerful right head kick!

(Rd 2 - 00:36) Drick is out! It's all over!

(Rd 2 - 00:36) Teco takes the win by knock out!

 

 

Official Result: Teco defeats Herman Drick (Knock Out (Kick) in 4:24 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Teco thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to fight next, and calls out Milton Pinotti, saying that "he can't beat me".

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ray "The Enigma" Eton (10-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Salt Lake City, Utah, Favorite: -150) vs. "Cannonball" Bruno Epps (11-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Underdog: +110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Ray 'The Enigma' Eton competes against 'Cannonball' Bruno Epps.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:48) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Epps lands a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Eton hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Eton slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Epps lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Eton finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Eton misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Epps steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Epps moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Eton.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Epps uses a left jab but Eton evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Epps comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Eton fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Epps connects with a jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Eton connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Epps connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Eton glances at the clock, grimacing slightly.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Epps looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Eton simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Eton can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Eton misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Epps to attack with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Eton slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Epps 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Epps uses a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Eton lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Epps hits a jab but misses a right hook. Eton hits a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:37) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) Epps misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Eton to attack with a quick left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) Epps looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Eton simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) A jab hits home from Eton and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Epps lands a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Eton finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Epps comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) A jab lands from Eton, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Without taking too much damage, Epps is able to clinch with Eton.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Epps has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Eton to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Eton blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Using his wrestling skills, Eton is trying to push Epps up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Epps ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Eton tries to keep Epps up against the cage for some dirty boxing, but Epps reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Eton is trapped up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next thirty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) Unable to get free, Eton is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) Epps and Eton remain up against the cage for the remainder of the round, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Epps 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Epps ahead 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Epps shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Epps gets hold of a leg but Eton remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Epps drives Eton up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) Eton is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Epps has over him.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) Epps traps Eton up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) The next sixty seconds or so sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) Epps tries to smother Eton against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) Taking a few gulps of breath, Eton is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) Epps is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 02:20) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:20) There's a quick exchange of strikes but nobody manages to land anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 02:20) Epps finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 3 - 02:20) Eton tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Eton misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Epps attacks with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:46) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 3 - 01:26) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:26) Eton lands a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:26) Epps hits a jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Epps comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) A one-two from Eton fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Epps is able to grab Eton.

(Rd 3 - 00:45) Epps is trying to push Eton so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:45) Epps can't move Eton at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Using his wrestling skills, Eton is trying to push Epps up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Epps isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) Using his wrestling skills, Epps is trying to push Eton up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) Epps achieves it, pinning Eton to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Eton is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) They remain up against the cage until the bell, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Epps.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Eton will be able to take the victory without a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Epps misses with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Eton is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Eton can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Epps gets hold of Eton.

(Rd 4 - 04:18) Epps is looking to muscle Eton back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:18) Epps manages it and controls Eton up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) Epps traps Eton up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about thirty seconds.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) Showing his ability to exert control, Epps smothers Eton up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) Eton appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) Epps lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. Eton scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Epps has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Eton to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Epps doesn't get the takedown, Eton instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Eton is looking to muscle Epps back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Epps ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Eton is looking really tired.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Eton tries to use dirty boxing against Epps, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 4 - 01:03) Eton tries to use dirty boxing against Epps, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 4 - 00:47) Epps is trapped against the cage and Eton punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 00:35) Epps waits for Eton to try and throw some strikes and quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:08) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:08) Epps hits a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 00:08) Eton connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Epps.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Eton is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:48) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Epps finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. Eton lands a one-two.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Epps is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Epps lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Eton lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) With underhooks giving him solid control over Eton, Epps looks for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Epps doesn't get it, Eton blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Epps looks very tired out there.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) With underhooks giving him solid control over Eton, Epps looks for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) A sweep of the legs is successful, Eton has to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Epps is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Epps gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control.

(Rd 5 - 02:57) Epps tries to get into the mount position.

(Rd 5 - 02:57) He gets the mount.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) Epps pounds away, landing several clean blows on Eton in the process.

(Rd 5 - 02:11) Epps pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Eton.

(Rd 5 - 01:55) Epps pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Eton.

(Rd 5 - 01:55) With punches raining down, Eton desperately tries to get away but only succeeds in giving up his back!

(Rd 5 - 01:39) Epps successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.

(Rd 5 - 01:16) Epps, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 5 - 01:16) Eton gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 5 - 00:44) 'Cannonball' Bruno Epps takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'Cannonball' Bruno Epps defeats Ray 'The Enigma' Eton (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:16 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Bruno Epps name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and answers that a fight against Gideon Navarro would be pretty cool.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Bussho "Nurse Shark" Maruyama (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Favorite: -750) vs. Vjekoslav "Cro Con" Sarich (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Split, Croatia, Underdog: +590)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Bussho 'Nurse Shark' Maruyama going up against Vjekoslav 'Cro Con' Sarich.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Roger Bennett.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Marianne Froth, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Maruyama lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Sarich scores with a jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Maruyama finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. Sarich hits a jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Maruyama warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to shoot in.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Sarich throws a punch but Maruyama was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Maruyama seizes the chance and shoots in on Sarich.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Maruyama couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Sarich hops in place on the other.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Unable to complete the takedown, Maruyama instead pushes Sarich up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Sarich, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Maruyama is exerting.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Dropping down, Maruyama secures a leg and starts looking for a takedown. Sarich is left hopping on his other leg, trying to balance.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Sweeping the standing leg, Maruyama puts Sarich down hard!

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Sarich gives up his back off the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Sarich is in huge trouble now, as Maruyama successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Maruyama, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Sarich gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Bussho Maruyama takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Bussho 'Nurse Shark' Maruyama defeats Vjekoslav 'Cro Con' Sarich (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:06 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Bussho Maruyama name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Kazuo Aizawa (5-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Even: -110) vs. Alec Owlett (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Calgary, Alberta, Even: -110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Kazuo Aizawa faces Alec Owlett in the CTC Welterweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Benjamin Milligan III, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 04:45) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Aizawa comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Owlett throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Aizawa fools Owlett with a feint.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Attacking with a quick flurry, Aizawa lands three of five punches and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Aizawa comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Owlett tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Stepping in, Aizawa throws four quick punches, four of which land, and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Owlett.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Aizawa initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Owlett misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) A flurry of three punches from Aizawa see them all connect but Owlett avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Aizawa rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Aizawa comes forward, walking down Owlett.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Aizawa steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) A flurry of five punches from Aizawa see three of them land and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Owlett appeared to be going for a takedown, but Aizawa took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) A quick flurry of punches from Aizawa sees two of three hit home but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Attacking with a quick flurry, Aizawa lands four punches and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Owlett.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Aizawa can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Owlett with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Blood is visible on Owlett, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Owlett gets hold of Aizawa without taking too much damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Aizawa, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Owlett.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) A flurry of three punches from Aizawa see them all connect and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) Aizawa slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Aizawa is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Aizawa comes forward, walking down Owlett.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Aizawa moves into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Aizawa comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing two of them, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Aizawa moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Owlett into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Aizawa steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Owlett.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Stepping in, Aizawa throws three quick punches, three of which land, and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Aizawa comes forward, walking down Owlett.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Aizawa steps into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Attacking with a quick flurry, Aizawa lands three punches and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Aizawa comes forward, walking down Owlett.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Owlett throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) A flurry of four punches from Aizawa see them all connect but Owlett dodges a big right head kick follow-up.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Aizawa lands a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Owlett misses with a left jab but hits a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Aizawa is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Owlett comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) The takedown is completed, Aizawa is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Owlett tries to pound on Aizawa, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 01:45) Aizawa works some separation, then tries to quickly scramble his way into a better position.

(Rd 2 - 01:45) There wasn't enough separation though, Owlett is able to catch him and secure side control.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Owlett tries to lock Aizawa into an armbar.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Aizawa defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) Owlett blocks Aizawa as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Owlett uses side control to drive forward and hit a brutal knee strike just above the hip!

(Rd 2 - 00:27) Owlett fires away with punches and Aizawa takes several shots that threaten to end the fight!

(Rd 2 - 00:12) Owlett pounds away, Aizawa is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Owlett.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:51) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Aizawa slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) Aizawa is looking really tired.

(Rd 3 - 03:17) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) Aizawa, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) Owlett is trying to muscle Aizawa up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) Aizawa ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) Aizawa eats a short right uppercut that rocks him.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) Owlett catches Aizawa with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) Owlett pins Aizawa up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Aizawa is trapped against the cage and Owlett punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Using dirty boxing, Owlett catches Aizawa with a hard right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Owlett scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Owlett pins Aizawa up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Owlett hits Aizawa, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) For the first time, Owlett is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Aizawa hits a left hand, but Owlett avoids a big right.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Owlett.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Owlett is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:54) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 4 - 04:41) Aizawa stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered.

(Rd 4 - 04:41) Owlett is trying to muscle Aizawa up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:41) Owlett manages it and controls Aizawa up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Aizawa gets caught with a hard knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Owlett, looking for a takedown, manages to secure a leg, leaving Aizawa hopping on one foot.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Aizawa gets his leg swept out from under him and is sent down - hard!

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Aizawa gives up his back.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Aizawa looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Aizawa prevents Owlett from getting his hooks in.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Aizawa tries to turn over and sweep Owlett but can't do it.

(Rd 4 - 03:25) Owlett attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 4 - 03:25) Aizawa doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 4 - 02:47) Aizawa tries to move Owlett off his back but can't.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) Owlett tries to put Aizawa in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) Aizawa doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) Owlett blocks Aizawa as he tries to roll over.

(Rd 4 - 01:40) Owlett pounds away, landing several clean blows on Aizawa in the process.

(Rd 4 - 01:26) Aizawa prevents Owlett from getting his hooks in.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Owlett blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 4 - 00:47) Owlett attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 4 - 00:47) Aizawa stops Owlett from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) Owlett doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) Owlett blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 4 - 00:06) Owlett pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Aizawa.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Owlett, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Aizawa really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Aizawa comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Owlett lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Aizawa comes in with a flurry of four quick punches, landing two of them, but Owlett evades a big right punch.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) Aizawa hits three out of a flurry of four punches but misses a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) Owlett scores with a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Owlett hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Aizawa throws three punches in a bunch without landing any but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:13) Aizawa looks exhausted.

(Rd 5 - 03:13) Owlett acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head.

(Rd 5 - 03:04) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) Owlett is looking to muscle Aizawa back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) Aizawa ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) Owlett pins Aizawa up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 02:11) Owlett smothers Aizawa against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 01:55) Owlett pins Aizawa up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) Owlett drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 5 - 01:29) Owlett hits Aizawa, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) Owlett scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) Aizawa gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 00:51) Owlett catches Aizawa with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 00:44) Owlett pins Aizawa up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 00:24) Aizawa gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Owlett looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion, he is struggling to keep his guard up.

(Rd 5 - 00:06) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:06) Aizawa lands a quick punch but misses with a big right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:06) Owlett hits a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Owlett looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Owlett.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 49-46.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Alec Owlett is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Alec Owlett defeats Kazuo Aizawa (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Alec Owlett name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and answers that Bruno Epps would be someone he'd like to compete against.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Martin "The Crippler" Cupples (11-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Dartmouth, England, Underdog: +200) vs. Procopio "Porco" Golias (16-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Favorite: -260)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Martin 'The Crippler' Cupples battles Procopio 'Porco' Golias in the CTC Welterweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Benjamin Milligan III, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Golias may have been aiming to get in close, but Cupples aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) An attempt to land a hook to the body from Cupples fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Golias may have been aiming to get in close, but Cupples aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Cupples lands a right jab, but can't connect with a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Cupples hits a right jab and then lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Cupples hits a right hand, but misses when he attempts to go to the body after.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) It looked like we were about to see Golias try and get some grappling started, but Cupples was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Cupples can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Cupples moves in on Golias, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Two jabs hit home from Cupples and then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Cupples hits a right jab and then catches Golias with a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Cupples connects with a nice jab and then catches Golias with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Cupples can't connect with a jab, but then hits Golias with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) A jab is wide from Cupples, but then he lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) A jab hits home from Cupples and then he lands a big left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Golias covers up...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt!

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Cupples goes under the guard and floors Golias with a left uppercut!

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Cupples senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Cupples starts unloading with massive lefts and Golias is getting pasted!

(Rd 1 - 01:18) The referee jumps in and saves Golias from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 01:02) By TKO, the winner is Martin Cupples!

 

 

Official Result: Martin 'The Crippler' Cupples defeats Procopio 'Porco' Golias (TKO (Strikes) in 3:58 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Martin Cupples praises his team at Bulldog Gym, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is then asked who he'd like to face in his next fight, and replies that he has a lot of respect for the skills of Juan de Castro and that he thinks it'd be a great fight.

 

 

Attendance: 172

Gate Reciepts: $13,622

Sponsorship: $23,458

Ad Revenue: $183,687

PPV Revenue: $17,784

Merchandise: $4,052

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $113,433)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Martin Cupples            $4,320       Procopio Golias          $2,860
Alec Owlett               $2,520       Kazuo Aizawa             $1,690
Bussho Maruyama           $2,700       Vjekoslav Sarich         $2,080
Bruno Epps                $7,340       Ray Eton                 $1,820       SotN: Epps: $5,000
Teco                      $3,960       Herman Drick             $1,820
Ern Fathoui               $2,700       Jean-Jacques Levasseur   $1,820
Valdo Calamari            $17,700      Bjarne Bjerre            $16,690      FotN: Both: $10,000
                                                                             Perf: Both: $5,000
Tekkan Okubo              $2,520       Nobuo Morita             $1,690
Jerome Atkins             $7,340       Marlon Standish          $1,690       KotN: Both: $5,000
Jayden Karp               $2,880       Joe Pelham               $143
Ragnar Gunnlaugsson       $2,250       Kingo Watanabe           $1,100
Kensuke Tanaka            $2,400       Marihito Katsumata       $1,300
Willem Van Ommen          $2,100       Garrison Grable          $1,300
Rodolfo de Souza          $1,950       Yosai Godo               $1,200
Pavel Radulov             $2,100       Godofredo Tavora         $1,400
Michihiro Kodera          $5,150       Sukeyasu Tsunoda         $1,500       Perf: Kodera: $5,000
Ronaldo Roncatto          $2,100       Holden Strant            $1,300

 

 

Drug Testing: $19,142

Production: $97,497

 

Profit: $12,531

 

Critical Rating: 81%

Commercial Rating: 37%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -3.5%             72.0% (High Level Regional)
USA                 -2.8%             73.1% (High Level Regional)
UK                  -0.4%             76.6% (High Level Regional)
Europe             Unchanged          37.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           -1.2%             66.2% (High Level Regional)
Japan               -0.1%             50.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia               Unchanged          39.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia             Unchanged          37.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +0.5%             30.3% (Low Level Regional)
South America       +0.8%             46.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +2.4%             14.9% (Low Level Regional)
Africa              +1.0%             7.3% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- Televisao Esporte, Continental Sports X1, All Japan TV, and Ozcast all lodged complaints about the lack of star power in the main event.

- Ray Eton spent the night in hospital after taking a lot of damage in his loss to Bruno Epps. He was released in the morning following a check-up, and sufficient rehydration.

- The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Procopio Golias, Kazuo Aizawa, Vjekoslav Sarich, Ray Eton, Herman Drick, Jean-Jacques Levasseur, Bjarne Bjerre, Nobuo Morita, Marlon Standish, Joe Pelham, Kingo Watanabe, Marihito Katsumata, Garrison Grable, Yosai Godo, Godofredo Tavora, Sukeyasu Tsunoda, and Holden Strant.

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

None

 

Confirmed Matches For CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round (Total Fighters: 123, Fighters In First Round: 118)

Oscar Gomez vs. Bast Moulke

Kirk Purchase vs. Nimrod Wickhammersley

Toshiya Furube vs. Bernard Alfredson

Fatuma Roy vs. Aljur Paras

Tyke Milligan vs. Fletcher Merman

Duke Aiona vs. Schalk Rhodes

Jozef Jankowski vs. Mathieu Aumont

Ari Peltonen vs. John Rivero

Constantin Burlacu vs. Scotty Arnsson

Harv Dennis vs. Jesse Singh

Gary Sampson vs. Giovanni de Matos

Rav Kapur vs. Vittorio Pescatelli

Sahan Ozbek vs. Kieran Morgan

Wilson Franklyn vs. Bunjiro Sammiya

Mugur Boc vs. Guy Broom

Sly Twinge vs. Otto Renner

Eien Kawano vs. Henry Hooper

Michael Petkovic vs. Lee Chavis

Aleksander Ivanov vs. Daigo Kitaguchi

Stanislaw Lipnicki vs. Bronson Berle

Sylvester Collins vs. Norman MacAskill

Soueymane Ya Konan vs. Gareth Grundy

Perry Potenkin vs. Moray McWhirter

Kanezane Fujii vs. Josimar Martins

Josuke Matsuzawa vs. Mort Slingsby

Stafford Alois vs. Pai Cheng

Iancu Trailescu vs. Sergio do Vale

Ikuhisa Tamura vs. Laurence Lamping

Mark Bicknell vs. Amir Ahmed

Phil Verdigree vs. Hayden Ellery

Paulie Albarado vs. Felipe Luiz Rosa

Gaby Corrales vs. Morgan Hopwood

Gyokusho Fujimoto vs. Oldano Kalil

Jean-Pierre Richelleau vs. Malcolm Stew

Kurt McDonald vs. Chuck Dooley

Dave Lennon vs. Kerlon Guerra de Bastos

Murilo Satinho vs. Paulo Boas

Ozzy Bintley vs. Damien Jones

Sanraku Kawabata vs. Mitch Woodburn

Bairei Akutagawa vs. Deverill Butt

Gladstone Lopes vs. Kevin Portman

Linton Renn vs. Manny Van Post

Gerson Mauricio vs. Jukichi Ito

Fritz Phipps vs. Terry Bull

Randall Donnelly vs. Barry Strachan

Razor Rivers vs. Nelson Kenney

Kazue Amori vs. Vitor de Melo

Elzo Alves Moura vs. Tadasu Tsukahara

Roope Kuqi vs. Antonio Santos

Christopher Sharp vs. Libor Pudil

Jacco Landeweerd vs. Jacques Perron

Tim Boyer vs. Joss Wiltshire

Morgan Wakarewarewa vs. Aston Merryman

Steve Mason vs. Shing Lai

Darius Best vs. Paulo Sergio Parente

Tank Manu'a vs. Ed Bensson

Reynolds Baer vs. Nate MacReary

Sam Hoynes vs. Lachlan Bowen

Stjepan Andric vs. Ilson de Lima

[CageRage]

 

 

Sunday, Week 4, February 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Brad "Dead Eye" Wyman (10-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Favorite: -490) vs. Van "Joltin'" Jolson (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #213, Underdog: +390)

Brad Wyman is a young Muay Thai specialist, who has some decent strikes and can certainly do some damage, but needs to improve the rest of his MMA game before he can be a serious threat. Wyman is unique among fighters because he is blind in one eye. GAMMA took a punt on him last year, though he lost a Unanimous Decision to Callum Henson in his debut. Van Jolson is a Canadian kick boxer, who is a decent striker, but is very one dimensional and lacks any sort of ground game, thus making him vulnerable to grapplers and submission artists. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Julian Banham vs. Joshua Ziegler in the Second Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "El Nino" Nelson Angelo (8-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #114, Underdog: +550) vs. Craig Hulme (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #143, Favorite: -700)

Nelson Angelo is a Karate fighter from Brazil, who has shown himself to be a competent but utterly forgetable mixed martial artist during his time in the Brazilian regional scene. Craig Hulme is probably the only male model turned mixed martial artist in the world. The Canadian has been learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for many years and that's the strongest aspect of his MMA game. His striking and grappling are less accomplished, but still solid. The winner of this fight will face #15 Templeton Crumb in the Second Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Caragh Green (5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #76, Underdog: +460) vs. Maxime Giresse (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #181, Favorite: -580)

Caragh Green is a solid, Irish fighter, he can grapple or strike, and can submit people on the ground. That said, his skill level is firmly in the middle-of-the-pack quality range, and he is unlikely to ever trouble the elite. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Iain Fussell in BCF. Maxime Giresse is a French fighter who comes to MMA from a Judo background, and relies heavily on the submission skills and throws that he learned there. He will definately need to improve his striking if he is ever to become a major player, but the base for a successful career is present. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Kiyotaka Aihara vs. Hamilton Fonseca Junior in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Marcus Rimmer (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #108, Favorite: -110) vs. Jules Dupuit (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #149, Underdog: +100)

Marcus Rimmer is a powerfully built competitor from Canada, who is an all around athlete who can do most things in MMA to a good standard. Where he falls down is that he really isn't great at any one thing, and he struggles to finish fights. Jules Dupuit is a decent kick boxer from France, who has the skill to trouble a lot of opponents when it comes to stand-up fights, but is very weak in every other aspect of MMA. To his credit he is working hard to improve his grappling and ground game. The winner of this fight will face #21 Josh Aldarisio in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Viacheslav "The Winter Soldier" Chaliapin (10-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Favorite: -180) vs. Roger "The Prince" Quince (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #194, Underdog: +140)

Viacheslav Chaliapin is not the most exciting fighter in the world, taking the safety-first approach of utilizing his smothering grappling at all times to shut down his opponents offense and win fights via the judges. He has been working his way up the SIGMA rankings since 1997, but a horrific 2001 that saw him defeated easily in two successive fights has stalled his momentum. His last fight was a first round submission loss to Stian Agdestein. Roger Quince is a highly skilled Judoka, who possesses excellent trips and throws that make him a very hard opponent to grapple with. On top of that he has good submission skills, especially with his wide array of armbars. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Robert Darrell vs. Bart Diggs in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kojuro Ijichi (18-13, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #127, Underdog: +620) vs. Mily Golovanov (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #130, Favorite: -780)

Kojuro Ijichi is a former amateur wrestler, who likes to fight by getting in close and using the clinch to his advantage. He can hold his own in a fist fight if needed, but he's certainly not going to cause any issues against anyone with a proper striking background. Mily Golovanov is a Russian grappler, who is all about control, using his ability to smother opponents and shut down their offense to win himself fights. Tough to submit, he also has an underrated ground game, with several good submissions at his disposal. The winner of this fight will face #2 Julio Regueiro in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Benni Peyroux (5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #79, Underdog: +640) vs. "The Man of Steel" Marko Prochazka (22-16, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #178, Favorite: -810)

Benni Peyroux is a French kick boxer, who has powerful strikes who can cause problems for anyone in the sport, but his technique is sloppy, his cardio atrocious, and he has absolutely no ground skills at all. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Christakis Boutzikos in SIGMA. Marko Prochazka is a rugged fighter from Croatia, who can be a difficult opponent to face due to his grappling and submission skills. He has gotten the nickname "The Man of Steel" because of his remarkable ability to withstand punishment. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Kichisaburo Morri vs. Washington Nogueira Santos in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Human Time Bomb" Robert Darrell (14-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Favorite: -250) vs. Bart "Throwdown" Diggs (10-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #191, Underdog: +190)

Robert Darrell is a competent kick boxer, who is known for exploding onto opponents using punches in bunches, stringing together strikes in small flurries. He doesn't really have the power to stop most people, but he does strike with such volume that he always has the potential to win on the score cards. Although a fan favorite with BCF, he has slid from relevence as the losses have piled up. He is on a two fight losing streak now, and coming off a third round submission loss to Timothy Latchkey in his last fight. Bart Diggs is a kick boxer, who isn't afraid to stand and trade strikes with anyone, although in truth his skill level is fairly average within the MMA landscape. He is primarily known for his leg kicks. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Viacheslav Chaliapin vs. Roger Quince in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Julian Banham (4-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #85, Underdog: +670) vs. Joshua Ziegler (11-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #172, Favorite: -840)

Julian Banham is a weak competitor, who is nominally a ground and pound fighter but in reality he rarely gets his opponents down in order to implement that game plan. The future looks pretty bleak for him and MMA perhaps wasn't his ideal career path. Joshua Ziegler is a kick boxer, a very quick opponent, bouncing around to strike from odd angles. This approach allows him to usually outstrike his opponents, although his lack of power means that he rarely has a chance to stop anyone. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Brad Wyman vs. Van Jolson in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Fabio Santoro (1-0-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #111, Underdog: +670) vs. "The Latino Wildcat" Augustin Gonzalez (13-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #146, Favorite: -840)

Fabio Santoro is a Muay Thai fighter, who is known for his highly technical approach to striking. He isn't particularly quick, but when he doesn hit you know it's going to be a flawlessly executed blow that does a lot of damage. He turned pro in March 2000, making his debut in MLB by winning a Unanimous Decision against Procopio Golias. In his only other fight before the promotion close, he surprisingly fought Lucas to a Split Draw. Agustin Gonzalez is a good amateur wrestler, who likes to get in close and either punish his opponent with dirty boxing or smother him with grappling. He is noted for his strong cardio, which means few opponents can keep up with him in long fights. The winner of this fight will face #18 Fukusaburo Hirano in the Second Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kiyotaka Aihara (18-13, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #53, Underdog: +430) vs. Hamilton Fonseca Junior (5-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #204, Favorite: -550)

Kiyotaka Aihara is pretty much a bog standard wrestler, who has grappling skills and the ability to control people but offers nothing in the way of striking or submission threat, and therefore most of his fights are wars of attrition on his part (and the part of the viewing public). He has been a regular with ALPHA-1 for years, but losses are piling up recently, and he's no longer fighting at the top level. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Eiji Masuko in his last fight. Hamilton Fonseca Junior is a solid striker, a Muay Thai specialist who can give anybody a hard time in a stand-up battle. Where he is most deadly is in the Muay Thai clinch, where his knees and elbows possess fight ending knock out power. He was a regular with FLB, but ended his career there with a second round submission loss to Procopio Golias. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Caragh Green vs. Maxime Giresse in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kichisaburo Morri (13-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #50, Favorite: -350) vs. Washington Nogueira Santos (15-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #207, Underdog: +270)

Kichisaburo Morri is a grappler, whose strength is getting a hold of opponents and smothering them, draining both their will to win and the audience's will to keep watching. He has little else in his MMA arsenal. A strong start to his career brought him all the way to the ALPHA-1 Welterweight title shot in early 1996, but since then he has been exposed as being a very ordinary fighter indeed, and it would be a miracle if he saw another title shot in his career. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Bussho Maruyama in ALPHA-1. Washington Nogueira Santos is a decent kick boxer, but is pretty much a journeyman, he's good enough to give a stiff test to most people, but he's nowhere near good enough to trouble the elite. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Benni Peyroux vs. Marko Prochazka in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Mauricio de Terreros (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #95, Favorite: -460) vs. Wawrzyniec "Wawrz Machine" Dygasinski (6-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #162, Underdog: +360)

Mauricio de Terreros is a former boxer, who looks set to be a very dangerous competitor due to his powerful punches, which give him the ability to change the course of the fight in an instant. The rest of his MMA game is a work in progress, but that crazy power should keep him safe while he improves on the rest. Wawrzyniec Dygasinski is a Polish wrestler, who came to MMA late in life after deciding that his grappling skills could prove useful in the cage. He is very much a low-level journeyman fighter as he simply does not have the skills to crack the upper echelons of the sport. The winner of this fight will face #34 Lloyd McAllister in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Bernhard Moltmann (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #98, Even: -110) vs. Fausto Barbosa (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #159, Even: -110)

Bernhard Moltmann is a German kick boxer, a southpaw who is known for his lethal big left hand and love of punishing leg kicks. His biggest issues have always seemed to be mental, he has a reputation for being lazy in training and missed weight several times during his amateur boxing career. Fausto Barbosa is a decent kick boxer, who can be a handful on his day due to his striking ability, but ultimately his awful ground game is a big and glaring weakness. The winner of this fight will face #31 David Allen in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Randy "Super Snake" Carsley (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #117, Favorite: -330) vs. "Rough And Tumble" Jonn Wales (8-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #140, Underdog: +260)

Randy Carsley is a tall, lanky Welterweight from Brooklyn, who is at his best on the ground, where he can use his lengthy limbs to entrap opponents in armbars, triangles, and leg locks. His awful striking will hold him back from ever achieving greatness however. Jonn Wales is an exciting young fighters who is a Muay Thai student from New Mexico who loves to put on a show by throwing crazy unpredictable strikes into his matches. If he can tighten his grappling and ground games as he matures, Wales could become a really good mixed martial artist. The winner of this fight will face #12 Darin Blood in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Gus "Buster" Fitzpatrick (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #92, Favorite: -500) vs. "The Golden Boy" Salvador Santos (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #165, Underdog: +390)

Gus Fitzpatrick is a promising youngster, who comes from an amateur wrestling background but has also trained himself up over the years to be a solid kick boxer too. His favorite technique to finish is to use ground and pound, as he has the power to destroy anyone from top position. Salvador Santos is publicly aiming to become the #1 Welterweight of all time, and certainly isn't short of self-confidence. He may be overestimating his own abilities though, as his kick boxing skills are good, but not great, and the rest of his MMA game is pretty shoddy. The winner of this fight will face #37 Konosuke Shirahata in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Deceptive" Danny Rowan (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #101, Favorite: -910) vs. "Double C" Calum Coles (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #156, Underdog: +720)

Danny Rowan is one of the most unassuming men in MMA, an all-rounder who mixes a solid stand-up game with dangerous ground skills. He is particularly adept at surprising people with his triangle chokes, which he can seemingly pop up out of nowhere. Calum Coles is a kick boxer from Norfolk, Virginia. A fighter who relies on technique over power, his skilled striking allows him to pick apart opponents. He has rudimentary wrestling skills and knows enough to protect himself on the ground if he has a good position, but is extremely vulnerable if anyone can put him on is back. The winner of this fight will face #28 Nathan Chambers in the Second Round.

 

Weigh-In Results

Brad Wyman (170 lbs) vs. Van Jolson (170 lbs)

Nelson Angelo (170 lbs) vs. Craig Hulme (170 lbs)

Caragh Green (170 lbs) vs. Maxime Giresse (170 lbs)

Marcus Rimmer (170 lbs) vs. Jules Dupuit (170 lbs)

Viacheslav Chaliapin (170 lbs) vs. Roger Quince (170 lbs)

Kojuro Ijichi (170 lbs) vs. Mily Golovanov (170 lbs)

Benni Peyroux (170 lbs) vs. Marko Prochazka (170 lbs)

Robert Darrell (170 lbs) vs. Bart Diggs (170 lbs)

Julian Banham (170 lbs) vs. Joshua Ziegler (170 lbs)

Fabio Santoro (170 lbs) vs. Agustin Gonzalez (170 lbs)

Kiyotaka Aihara (170 lbs) vs. Hamilton Fonseca Junior (170 lbs)

Kichisaburo Morri (170 lbs) vs. Washington Nogueira Santos (170 lbs)

Mauricio de Terreros (170 lbs) vs. Wawrzyniec Dygasinski (170 lbs)

Bernhard Moltmann (170 lbs) vs. Fausto Barbosa (170 lbs)

Randy Carsley (170 lbs) vs. Jonn Wales (170 lbs)

Gus Fitzpatrick (170 lbs) vs. Salvador Santos (170 lbs)

Danny Rowan (170 lbs) vs. Calum Coles (170 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 13 Full Fight Card

WW: Brad Wyman vs. Van Jolson

WW: Nelson Angelo vs. Craig Hulme

WW: Caragh Green vs. Maxime Giresse

WW: Marcus Rimmer vs. Jules Dupuit

WW: Viacheslav Chaliapin vs. Roger Quince

WW: Kojuro Ijichi vs. Mily Golovanov

WW: Benni Peyroux vs. Marko Prochazka

WW: Robert Darrell vs. Bart Diggs

WW: Julian Banham vs. Joshua Ziegler

WW: Fabio Santoro vs. Agustin Gonzalez

WW: Kiyotaka Aihara vs. Hamilton Fonseca Junior

WW: Kichisaburo Morri vs. Washington Nogueira Santos

WW: Mauricio de Terreros vs. Wawrzyniec Dygasinski

WW: Bernhard Moltmann vs. Fausto Barbosa

WW: Randy Carsley vs. Jonn Wales

WW: Gus Fitzpatrick vs. Salvador Santos

WW: Danny Rowan vs. Calum Coles

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Sunday, Week 4, February 2002

Live From Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Deceptive" Danny Rowan (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: New Orleans, Louisiana, Favorite: -910) vs. "Double C" Calum Coles (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Norfolk, Virginia, Underdog: +720)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the prelims with 'Deceptive' Danny Rowan against 'Double C' Calum Coles.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Gregory C. James.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Rowan had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Coles uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Rowan comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Rowan looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Rowan is too skilled for Coles, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Rowan tries to get into the mount position.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) He can't get the mount as Coles rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Rowan seems to be moving slowly toward a finish as he applies a very tight body triangle.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) With great control via the body triangle, Rowan tries to finish Coles off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Coles gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 02:10) The winner, by submission; Danny Rowan!

 

 

Official Result: 'Deceptive' Danny Rowan defeats 'Double C' Calum Coles (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:50 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Danny Rowan name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Gus "Buster" Fitzpatrick (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Favorite: -500) vs. "The Golden Boy" Salvador Santos (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Monterrey, Mexico, Underdog: +390)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Gus 'Buster' Fitzpatrick goes up against 'The Golden Boy' Salvador Santos.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Gregory C. James, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Fitzpatrick looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Santos steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Fitzpatrick lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Santos throws a one-two, but Fitzpatrick was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Santos steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Fitzpatrick misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Fitzpatrick falls for a clever feint.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) A one-two from Santos fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Santos stalks forward, pressuring Fitzpatrick.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Fitzpatrick hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) A jab hits home from Santos and then he lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Santos comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Fitzpatrick tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Santos throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Santos attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Fitzpatrick hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Santos fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Moving forward constantly, Santos is pressuring Fitzpatrick.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Fitzpatrick manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Fitzpatrick buys a feint and is left open.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Santos doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Santos misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Santos counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Santos misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Fitzpatrick to attack with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Fitzpatrick, but only a 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Santos comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Fitzpatrick fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Santos throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Fitzpatrick slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Santos comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Fitzpatrick scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Fitzpatrick gets suckered in by a feint and is left exposed.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Santos throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Santos throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 2 - 03:47) Fitzpatrick moves in fast and clinches with Santos.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) Santos tries to wriggle free, but Fitzpatrick controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Using his wrestling skills, Fitzpatrick is trying to push Santos up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Fitzpatrick does it, Santos is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) Fitzpatrick drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) The takedown is successful, Santos goes down.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) The takedown allows Fitzpatrick to take the back of Santos.

(Rd 2 - 02:42) Fitzpatrick gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Fitzpatrick attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Santos gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 2 - 01:49) The winner, by submission, is Gus 'Buster' Fitzpatrick!

 

 

Official Result: Gus 'Buster' Fitzpatrick defeats 'The Golden Boy' Salvador Santos (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:11 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gus Fitzpatrick thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Randy "Super Snake" Carsley (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Brooklyn, New York, Favorite: -330) vs. "Rough And Tumble" Jonn Wales (8-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Santa Fe, New Mexico, Underdog: +260)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Randy 'Super Snake' Carsley taking on 'Rough And Tumble' Jonn Wales.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Gregory C. James, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Carsley chooses to shoot in on Wales.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Wales stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Wales lands a jab and then catches Carsley with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) A jab is wide from Wales, but then he hits Carsley with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Carsley clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about shooting and getting caught on the way in.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) A jab lands from Wales, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) There's a takedown attempt from Carsley.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) The takedown is unsuccessful, Wales sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Carsley clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Wales can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Carsley with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) It looked like we were about to see Carsley try and get some grappling started, but Wales was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Wales misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Carsley was ready and manages to catch the kick!

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Holding the leg, Carsley tries for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Wales cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) It took three attempts, but he finally completes a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Carsley tries to loosen the guard, possibly thinking about a leglock.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Wales stops Carsley from applying it by keeping him tightly in guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Carsley fires off some rights, but Wales isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Perhaps looking to create space for a leglock, Carsley tries to break the guard apart.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Wales maintains a tight, secure guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Carsley tries to push apart the guard, maybe thinking of trying to isolate a leg.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Wales can't maintain his guard and that allows Carsley to grab an achilles lock, forcing the submission!

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Randy Carsley takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Randy 'Super Snake' Carsley defeats 'Rough And Tumble' Jonn Wales (Submission (Achilles Lock) in 4:03 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Randy Carsley thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Randy Carsley says he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Bernhard Moltmann (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Hamburg, Germany, Even: -110) vs. Fausto Barbosa (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Even: -110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Bernhard Moltmann taking on Fausto Barbosa.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Gregory C. James.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 170lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Barbosa is much bigger.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:52) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Barbosa misses with a head kick attempt and gets countered with a quick kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Moltmann misses with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Barbosa misses a jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Barbosa scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Moltmann lands a right jab and also scores with a great left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Barbosa misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Moltmann comes in with a clean left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Barbosa backs off quickly, I think that last shot really shook him!

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Moltmann comes in fast and smashes Barbosa with a left hand! Down he goes! He is out!

(Rd 1 - 02:39) By knock out, the winner is Bernhard Moltmann!

 

 

Official Result: Bernhard Moltmann defeats Fausto Barbosa (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:21 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

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

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Mauricio de Terreros (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Monterrey, Mexico, Favorite: -460) vs. Wawrzyniec "Wawrz Machine" Dygasinski (6-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Warszawa, Poland, Underdog: +360)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Mauricio de Terreros goes up against Wawrzyniec 'Wawrz Machine' Dygasinski.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Dygasinski looks like he wants to shoot but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Two left hands land from de Terreros, but Dygasinski evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) There's a takedown attempt from Dygasinski.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Dygasinski couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while de Terreros hops in place on the other.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) With de Terreros not going down, Dygasinski settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) de Terreros takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Showing his ability to exert control, Dygasinski smothers de Terreros up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Dygasinski pins de Terreros up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Dygasinski smothers de Terreros up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) With no progress being made, the referee separates them.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) A jab lands from de Terreros, but Dygasinski steps back to avoid a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) de Terreros can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a fantastic right cross!

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Dygasinski hits the floor, he has been knocked out!

(Rd 1 - 01:01) By knock out, the winner is Mauricio de Terreros!

 

 

Official Result: Mauricio de Terreros defeats Wawrzyniec 'Wawrz Machine' Dygasinski (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:59 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Mauricio de Terreros thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Kichisaburo Morri (13-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -350) vs. Washington Nogueira Santos (15-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +270)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Kichisaburo Morri squares off with Washington Nogueira Santos.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Gregory C. James, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Santos clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Santos connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Santos moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Morri may have been setting up to shoot, but Santos aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) A jab lands from Santos, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Santos lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Morri shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Morri gets the takedown! Santos pulls guard.

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

(Rd 1 - 03:02) The clock runs down as Santos is being smothered against the ground by Morri.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Morri lies on top of Santos, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) The clock runs down as Santos is being smothered against the ground by Morri.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) The clock runs down as Santos is being smothered against the ground by Morri.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Referee Leo Behan decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Morri chooses to shoot in on Santos.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Morri gets hold of a leg but Santos remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Morri uses the position to drive Santos up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Morri, looking for a takedown, manages to secure a leg, leaving Santos hopping on one foot.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Santos gets his leg swept out from under him and is left on his back looking up at his opponent!

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Morri looks to get on top of Santos.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Santos scoots backward as soon as Morri comes in, initiating a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Morri is up first and quickly grabs Santos, pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Not much happened in that round, hopefully the fighters will pick up the pace a bit when we restart.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Morri.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Morri comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Santos stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Santos looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Morri uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Santos hits a left jab and then hits Morri with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) Santos can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Morri with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) Morri chooses to shoot in on Santos.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) Morri gets a single leg takedown! Santos pulls guard off it.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Santos is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Morri off of him.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Morri smothers Santos with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Morri lies on top of Santos, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Morri smothers Santos with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Morri throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 2 - 01:17) Santos is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Morri off of him.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) The clock runs down as Santos is being smothered against the ground by Morri.

(Rd 2 - 00:07) With no progress being made, referee Leo Behan brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Morri, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Morri up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) A jab hits home from Santos and then he hits Morri with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Santos fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Morri looked like he was going to shoot, but Santos simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Santos throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Santos closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) A jab lands from Santos, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:30) A defensive jab hits from Morri.

(Rd 3 - 03:30) Santos can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:23) For the first time, Santos is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 03:12) Santos steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 3 - 03:12) Morri scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 3 - 03:12) Santos connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Morri moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening for a takedown attempt.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Santos can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Morri with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) Morri chooses to shoot in on Santos.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) Santos gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) That's his fourth successful takedown from six attempts.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) Santos is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Morri off of him.

(Rd 3 - 01:51) Morri throws a few relatively weak right hands.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Morri leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Santos.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) Morri lies on top of Santos, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 00:42) Morri fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) Santos tries to catch Morri with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 3 - 00:03) Morri lies on top of Santos, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Santos.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Morri ahead 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Morri shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Santos pulling guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) Santos is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Morri off of him.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Morri lies on top of Santos, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 03:24) Santos is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Morri off of him.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Morri throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 4 - 02:35) Santos is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Morri off of him.

(Rd 4 - 02:13) Santos is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Morri off of him.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) Santos confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) Morri may have been setting up to shoot, but Santos aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) Santos connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) Blood is visible on Morri, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) Santos lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 00:36) Santos lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) Morri comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) Morri gets a single leg takedown! Santos pulls guard off it.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Morri, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Santos winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Morri.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:45) Morri chooses to shoot in on Santos.

(Rd 5 - 04:45) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Santos pulling guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) Time slips away as Morri successfully keeps Santos stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) Morri smothers Santos with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) The clock runs down as Santos is being smothered against the ground by Morri.

(Rd 5 - 03:12) The clock runs down as Santos is being smothered against the ground by Morri.

(Rd 5 - 02:46) Santos is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Morri off of him.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Time slips away as Morri successfully keeps Santos stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 01:40) Morri punches down at Santos, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 01:12) The lack of progress forces referee Leo Behan to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Santos lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) Morri shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) Morri gets hold of a leg but Santos remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) With Santos not going down, Morri settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:18) With Santos stuck against the cage, Morri tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 5 - 00:18) The takedown is successful, Santos goes down.

(Rd 5 - 00:18) The takedown leaves Santos seated with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Morri, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse), 49-46 (Gregory C. James) and 50-45 (Edward Wilde).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Kichisaburo Morri!

 

 

Official Result: Kichisaburo Morri defeats Washington Nogueira Santos (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Kichisaburo Morri name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Kichisaburo Morri celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Kiyotaka Aihara (18-13, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +430) vs. Hamilton Fonseca Junior (5-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Favorite: -550)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Kiyotaka Aihara battles Hamilton Fonseca Junior in the CTC Welterweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Gregory C. James.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Hamilton initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Aihara tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) A jab is wide from Hamilton, but then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Aihara misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Hamilton dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Aihara misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Hamilton attacks with a quick right jab and a low kick that can't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Hamilton comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Aihara fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Hamilton lands a right hand and then he catches Aihara with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Hamilton comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Aihara tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) A jab hits home from Hamilton and then he lands a big left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Hamilton comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Aihara throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Hamilton lands a jab and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Aihara.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Aihara misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Hamilton comes forward, walking down Aihara.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Aihara tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Hamilton opens Aihara up with a feint.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Hamilton comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing three of them, and then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) Aihara misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Hamilton attacks with a vicious left cross!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Aihara collapses, that shot knocked him out!

(Rd 1 - 00:01) The winner, by knock out; Hamilton Fonseca Junior!

 

 

Official Result: Hamilton Fonseca Junior defeats Kiyotaka Aihara (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:59 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Hamilton Fonseca Junior thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and answers that Maxime Giresse would be someone he'd like to compete against.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

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Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Fabio Santoro (1-0-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +670) vs. "The Latino Wildcat" Agustin Gonzalez (13-5, 0-0 CTC, From: La Paz, Mexico, Favorite: -840)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with Fabio Santoro facing 'The Latino Wild Cat' Agustín Gonzalez.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Gregory C. James.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Santoro can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Gonzalez with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Santoro comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing all of them, and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Gonzalez.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Santoro lands a left jab, but Gonzalez avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Santoro can't connect with a jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Seizing the opportunity, Gonzalez shoots.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Santoro is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Gonzalez smothers Santoro with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Gonzalez smothers Santoro with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Gonzalez starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Santoro can't fend off the effort, and can only stop Gonzalez at half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Santoro is defending with tenacity, he is doing everything possible to frustrate Gonzalez.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Gonzalez throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Gonzalez throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Gonzalez fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) Gonzalez begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 00:44) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Santoro starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) The scramble leaves Santoro on his back pulling half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Gonzalez unloads with some right hands, but Santoro deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Gonzalez pounds away but Santoro deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Gonzalez.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Gonzalez. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Santoro steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Showing good hand speed, Santoro lands a flurry of three punches and then catches Gonzalez with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Gonzalez hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Santoro connects with a nice jab and then hits a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Santoro lands a jab and then catches Gonzalez with a spin kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Santoro lands a left jab, but Gonzalez avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Santoro doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) Gonzalez quickly shoots on Santoro.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Santoro almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Gonzalez has hold of one leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) With Santoro not going down, Gonzalez settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) An ugly but effective tactic, Gonzalez is pressing Santoro up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) Gonzalez leans all of his weight up against Santoro, pressing him against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:46) Referee Leo Behan decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:41) Gonzalez looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 2 - 00:41) A jab hits home from Santoro and then he hits a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:17) Santoro steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 00:17) Santoro uses a left jab, but Gonzalez avoids the kick to the body that it set up.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Santoro.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:49) Santoro hits a left jab and then hits Gonzalez with a body kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Santoro moves in on Gonzalez, preparing to throw.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Gonzalez may have been setting up to shoot, but Santoro aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) A jab is wide from Santoro, but then he lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) For the first time, Santoro is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Santoro lands a jab and then hits Gonzalez with a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:52) Santoro doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a spin kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:42) Seizing the opportunity, Gonzalez shoots.

(Rd 3 - 03:33) Santoro stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Santoro can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:42) A tentative jab from Gonzalez lands.

(Rd 3 - 02:42) A jab hits home from Santoro and then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Gonzalez comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Santoro connects with a jab, but Gonzalez avoids the low kick that it set up.

(Rd 3 - 02:12) Gonzalez is able to grab Santoro.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Gonzalez is trying to push Santoro so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) He does so and now has Santoro pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Santoro takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Showing his ability to exert control, Gonzalez smothers Santoro up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) Gonzalez shows great control, keeping Santoro pressed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) They dirty box each other at that range until the round ends.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Gonzalez came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Gonzalez ahead 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Santoro lands a jab and then hits Gonzalez with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:25) A jab is wide from Santoro, but then he hits Gonzalez with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:00) Gonzalez chooses to shoot in on Santoro.

(Rd 4 - 04:00) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Santoro pulling guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:50) Gonzalez smothers Santoro with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) Gonzalez is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) Advancing his position, he passes to half guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) Santoro is really working hard on the ground to slow down Gonzalez and make him work for everything.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Gonzalez begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Santoro tries to get back up.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) Gonzalez ends up in guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Gonzalez lies on top of Santoro, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Gonzalez lies on top of Santoro, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) Santoro is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Gonzalez off of him.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) Gonzalez pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Santoro.

(Rd 4 - 00:04) The clock runs down as Santoro is being smothered against the ground by Gonzalez.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Gonzalez.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Santoro really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Santoro steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) A jab hits home from Santoro and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 5 - 04:35) Gonzalez looked like he was going to shoot, but Santoro simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:35) Santoro lands two jabs and then hits Gonzalez with a body kick.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) Santoro is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Gonzalez appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Santoro took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Santoro connects with a jab, but Gonzalez evades a big right punch.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Santoro closes in on Gonzalez, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) It looked like we were about to see Gonzalez try and get some grappling started, but Santoro was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Santoro hits a left jab and then hits Gonzalez with a leg kick.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) Gonzalez shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Santoro pulling guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) That's his third successful takedown from five attempts.

(Rd 5 - 03:21) Gonzalez attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:21) He passes to half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:50) Gonzalez begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:50) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Santoro starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 5 - 02:38) Gonzalez is up first and quickly grabs Santoro, pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) Santoro is trapped against the cage and Gonzalez hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:16) Gonzalez pins Santoro up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 02:03) Breathing very hard, Santoro is looking ragged.

(Rd 5 - 02:03) Smothered against the cage, Santoro cannot get free.

(Rd 5 - 02:03) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 5 - 01:01) Gonzalez smothers Santoro up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:01) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Gonzalez, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Millhouse Twain gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Gonzalez.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse: 48-47 Santoro.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Gregory C. James: 48-47 Gonzalez.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making 'The Latino Wild Cat' Agustín Gonzalez the winner by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Latino Wild Cat' Agustín Gonzalez defeats Fabio Santoro (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Agustin Gonzalez gives a name-check to everyone at Camp Ortega, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Agustin Gonzalez celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Julian Banham (4-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Essex, England, Underdog: +670) vs. Joshua Ziegler (11-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Louisville, Kentucky, Favorite: -840)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Julian Banham takes on Joshua Ziegler.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Gregory C. James.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Ziegler can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Ziegler moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Banham into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Banham fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Ziegler connects with a nice jab and then he catches Banham with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Ziegler steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Banham lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) A jab is wide from Ziegler, but then he catches Banham with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Ziegler steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Banham hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Ziegler can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Banham with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Ziegler comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Banham fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) A jab hits home from Ziegler and then he catches Banham with a beautiful right kick to the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Ziegler confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Ziegler lands a left hand and then catches Banham with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Banham backs off until pressed against the cage, dazed but alert enough to know to retreat and cover up! Ziegler follows, sensing a chance to end the fight here and now!

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Ziegler sees the opportunity and leaps at Banham with a flying knee! It connects and he is down!

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Ziegler senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Somehow Banham hangs on, surviving a flurry of stomps and kicks to the body!

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

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Ziegler looks to get on top of Banham.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Banham tries to get free, but Ziegler is able to secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Ziegler fires away and Banham is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Ziegler fires off some rights, but Banham isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) Ziegler blocks Banham as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was an exciting round, hopefully the fighters will continue with that pace in the next.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Ziegler.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Ziegler, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Ziegler fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Banham with a beautiful right uppercut!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Banham is out! It's all over!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Joshua Ziegler takes the victory by way of knock out!

 

 

Official Result: Joshua Ziegler defeats Julian Banham (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:12 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Joshua Ziegler name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Joshua Ziegler celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Human Time Bomb" Robert Darrell (14-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Norwich, England, Favorite: -250) vs. Bart "Throwdown" Diggs (10-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Underdog: +190)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The Human Time Bomb' Robert Darrell vs. Bart 'Throwdown' Diggs.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Gregory C. James.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Diggs misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Darrell comes in with a few quick jabs that are followed by a glancing high kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Diggs is off-target with a jab but hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Darrell lands with a quick punch but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Diggs misses a right hook and gets countered with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Darrell slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Diggs misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

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

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Diggs misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a pair of jabs that are followed by a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Diggs lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Darrell lands two quick jabs and follows with a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) Darrell confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) It looked like we were about to see Diggs try and get some grappling started, but Darrell was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) Darrell comes in fast with five quick punches, landing two of them, and then hits a vicious high right kick to the side of the head!

(Rd 1 - 00:20) Diggs hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Darrell takes that round easily by 10-8 on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Darrell steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Diggs manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Darrell lands two jabs and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Darrell lands two left hands, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Darrell moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Diggs into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Diggs fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Two jabs hit home from Darrell and then he catches Diggs with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Darrell initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Diggs manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Stepping in, Darrell throws three quick punches, three of which land, and then he hits Diggs with a high right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Attacking with a quick flurry, Darrell lands four of four punches and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Diggs.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) Taking a few gulps of breath, Darrell is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Diggs scores with a jab but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Darrell lands three of a flurry of quick punches and then hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Darrell comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Diggs tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Darrell throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) Diggs looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Darrell simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) A quick flurry of four punches from Darrell sees all of them hit home and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Darrell comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Diggs throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Darrell hits two left jabs and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Darrell misses with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Diggs misses a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Darrell took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Darrell ahead 20-17.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Showing good hand speed, Darrell lands three out of a flurry of five punches and then catches Diggs with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 3 - 04:10) Darrell closes in on Diggs, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 04:10) Two jabs hit home from Darrell and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Diggs may have been aiming to get in close, but Darrell aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Darrell connects with two left jabs, but Diggs dodges a big right head kick follow-up.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Darrell is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 3 - 03:17) Darrell, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away.

(Rd 3 - 03:17) Looking to take this fight to the ground, Diggs tries to pull Darrell down into his guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:17) Darrell defends against it well, and takes control of the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:59) Darrell tries to lock his legs around the waist of Diggs, wanting to pull him down to the floor.

(Rd 3 - 02:59) In a violent counter, Diggs responds by driving him into the ground with a vicious slam!

(Rd 3 - 02:48) Darrell is hit with a sharp kick to the calf.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) Diggs tries to secure a ground position.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) Diggs doesn't get any further than being in guard.

(Rd 3 - 02:16) Diggs throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Diggs unloads with some right hands, but Darrell deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Darrell tries to smother Diggs by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 3 - 01:37) Diggs unloads with some right hands, but Darrell deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) Darrell tries to get double underhooks on Diggs so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 3 - 01:15) Diggs looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 3 - 01:15) He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Darrell gets the double underhooks in and pulls Diggs close, controlling him well.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) Diggs smothers Darrell with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Darrell, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Diggs needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:54) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Diggs misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Darrell to attack with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a right head kick that did damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Backing off, Diggs stumbles and almost goes down...I think he is hurt!

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Darrell tries to finish him off with a huge right hook, but just misses.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Darrell doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) A flurry of four punches from Darrell see two of them land and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:55) A flurry of four punches from Darrell see them all connect but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) Diggs appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Darrell took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) Darrell comes in fast with four quick punches, landing two of them, but Diggs evades a big right punch.

(Rd 4 - 01:52) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:52) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.

(Rd 4 - 01:52) Darrell tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

(Rd 4 - 01:52) Diggs doesn't connect with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 4 - 01:04) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 01:04) Darrell counters a right hand with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:04) Diggs is not able to compete with Darrell in a striking battle, he is getting badly out-struck.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) Diggs backs off until pressed against the cage, dazed but alert enough to know to retreat and cover up! Darrell follows, sensing a chance to end the fight here and now!

(Rd 4 - 00:49) Darrell goes under the guard and nails Diggs with a right uppercut! What a shot!

(Rd 4 - 00:40) From the looks of things, I don't think Darrell has much energy left.

(Rd 4 - 00:40) A big right hand catches Diggs flush and snaps his head back!

(Rd 4 - 00:40) Referee Leo Behan jumps in and saves Diggs from taking any more shots!

(Rd 4 - 00:40) That looked like a late call, the referee should have gotten in there earlier.

(Rd 4 - 00:33) 'The Human Time Bomb' Robert Darrell takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Human Time Bomb' Robert Darrell defeats Bart 'Throwdown' Diggs (TKO (Strikes) in 4:27 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Robert Darrell name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he very happy here.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Benni Peyroux (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Bordeaux, France, Underdog: +640) vs. "The Man of Steel" Marko Prochazka (22-16, 0-0 CTC, From: The Mean Streets of Croatia, Favorite: -810)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Benni Peyroux battling 'The Man Of Steel' Marko Procházka.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Gregory C. James.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Procházka appeared to be going for a takedown, but Peyroux took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Peyroux doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Procházka looked like he was going to shoot, but Peyroux simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Peyroux uses a right jab, but the leg kick that follows is easily caught by Procházka!

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Procházka tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) He has the takedown! Peyroux has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Procházka starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Peyroux can't fend off the effort, and can only stop Procházka at half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Procházka begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Peyroux can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Procházka gains side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Procházka attempts to kimura Peyroux from side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Procházka gets the kimura, twists the arm backwards, and Peyroux has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 02:22) The winner, by submission, is 'The Man Of Steel' Marko Procházka!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Man Of Steel' Marko Procházka defeats Benni Peyroux (Submission (Kimura) in 2:38 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Marko Prochazka thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Robert Darrell better get prepared because he is coming for him.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Kojuro Ijichi (18-13, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Underdog: +620) vs. Mily Golovanov (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Kazan, Russia, Favorite: -780)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Kojuro Ijichi goes up against Mily Golovanov.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Ijichi throws a two-punch combo but Golovanov avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Seizing the opportunity, Golovanov clinches.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) With control of the clinch, Golovanov tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) The takedown is ugly but ultimately successful, he ends up on top of a turtled up Ijichi, holding him in a loose facelock-type hold.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Golovanov looks to hit a knee strike, but Ijichi is back up too quickly.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Golovanov rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Moving forward constantly, Golovanov is pressuring Ijichi.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Ijichi hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Golovanov can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Ijichi with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Ijichi misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Circling warily, Golovanov is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Ijichi throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Seizing the opportunity, Golovanov clinches.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Golovanov tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Golovanov gets side control off a superb outside leg trip!

(Rd 1 - 02:09) Golovanov tries to lock Ijichi into a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) Ijichi gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 01:40) The winner, by submission; Mily Golovanov!

 

 

Official Result: Mily Golovanov defeats Kojuro Ijichi (Submission (Kimura) in 3:20 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Mily Golovanov name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Visibly delighted, Mily Golovanov celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Viacheslav "The Winter Soldier" Chaliapin (10-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Favorite: -180) vs. Roger "The Prince" Quince (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Devon, England, Underdog: +140)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Viacheslav 'The Winter Soldier' Chaliapin fights Roger 'The Prince' Quince.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Gregory C. James, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:48) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Quince works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Quince is looking to muscle Chaliapin back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Chaliapin isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Quince tries to wrestle Chaliapin backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Chaliapin ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Showing his ability to control opponents, Quince simply smothers Chaliapin against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) They exchange short punches to the body for about half a minute.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Quince looks to take Chaliapin down by setting up a judo throw.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) An outside leg trip sweeps Chaliapin down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling half guard!

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Quince throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) In half guard, Quince begins working to get side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Quince gets past the guard, but doesn't go for side control after all, instead shifting straight into a mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Quince attempts to set up an armbar on Chaliapin from the mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Chaliapin rolls with it, using the armbar attempt as a way of getting on top in side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Chaliapin throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Chaliapin blocks Quince as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) In side control, Chaliapin throws a couple of punches designed to keep Quince guessing.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Quince tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Chaliapin tries to pound on Quince with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Chaliapin blocks Quince as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Quince.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Quince seems to get the advantage.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Quince attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Chaliapin to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Chaliapin has no answer to a great hip throw, he is left down under side control!

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Quince tries to lock Chaliapin in an armbar.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Chaliapin has to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Roger 'The Prince' Quince takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: Roger 'The Prince' Quince defeats Viacheslav 'The Winter Soldier' Chaliapin (Submission (Armbar) in 1:32 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Roger Quince name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Roger Quince says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Marcus Rimmer (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Favorite: -110) vs. Jules Dupuit (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Nancy, France, Underdog: +100)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Marcus Rimmer fighting Jules Dupuit.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Dupuit can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Blood is visible on Rimmer, a strike appears to to have opened up a nasty cut on the scalp.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Rimmer lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Dupuit throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Rimmer is equal to all of them.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) There's a takedown attempt from Rimmer.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Dupuit pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Rimmer pounds away with elbow strikes, but Dupuit calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Rimmer deflects a couple of punches that Dupuit threw from below.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Rimmer tries to pound on Dupuit with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Dupuit tries to sweep Rimmer but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Rimmer looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Rimmer passes guard, but Dupuit was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Dupuit somehow winds up underneath the north-south control of Rimmer.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Rimmer seems to be looking for a north-south choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) The choke is fully sunk in, Dupuit has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Marcus Rimmer takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Marcus Rimmer defeats Jules Dupuit (Submission (North South Choke) in 2:42 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Marcus Rimmer thanks all his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Caragh Green (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Dublin, Ireland, Underdog: +460) vs. Maxime Giresse (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Marseille, France, Favorite: -580)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Caragh Green battling Maxime Giresse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Gregory C. James, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Green slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Green misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Giresse attacks with a jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Giresse used his reach advantage there, picking Green off at range.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Green can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Giresse gets hold of Green.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Giresse hits Green with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Giresse is trying to muscle Green up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Green ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Smothered against the cage, Green is trapped there, unable to get free.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) 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 - 02:32) Giresse presses Green up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Giresse and Green remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) 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 - 01:17) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Both fighters throw, both fighters fail to hit the target.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Green misses with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Giresse can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) It looked like we were about to see Giresse try and get some grappling started, but Green was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Green fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Giresse with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Giresse, but only a 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Giresse scores with a jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Green hits a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Green misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Giresse attacks with a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Moving in, Giresse appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) A one-two from Green fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Giresse gets hold of Green.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) Giresse is trying to push Green so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) Giresse does it, Green is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:37) Giresse exerts total control, keeping Green smothered against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:37) The next sixty seconds or so sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Green is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Giresse smothers Green against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Showing his ability to control opponents, Giresse smothers Green against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee William Yeats restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:01) Giresse looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Green simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 01:01) Green throws a punch but Giresse avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) Green can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:32) Giresse gets hold of Green.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Giresse is looking to muscle Green back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Giresse manages it and controls Green up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Giresse traps Green up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for the remainder of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Giresse, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Giresse.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:49) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Giresse misses with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Green connects with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Taking a few gulps of breath, Green is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Giresse is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) Giresse looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Green simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) Green throws a one-two, but Giresse was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 03:45) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Green hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Giresse hits a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:55) Giresse looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Green simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 02:55) Green throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) Green hits a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) Giresse hits a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) Giresse dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:47) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) Giresse hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) Green hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) Giresse grabs Green, who looks shattered, and pulls him into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) Giresse is trying to muscle Green up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) Giresse doesn't manage it though, Green defended it well.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) Giresse is looking to muscle Green back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) Giresse does it, Green is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Giresse drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Giresse.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Green is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Green misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Green misses with a big right hand, allowing Giresse to counter with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:18) Green appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 4 - 04:18) Giresse is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) Green hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) Giresse is off-target with a jab but hits a good right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:36) Moving forward constantly, Green is pressuring Giresse.

(Rd 4 - 03:36) Giresse manages a counter jab.

(Rd 4 - 03:36) Green fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) Green is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) With Green in his grasp, Giresse tries to set up a judo-style throw.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) He executes an outside leg trip, sweeping Green to the mat where he pulls guard!

(Rd 4 - 03:15) Giresse throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Giresse smothers Green with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 4 - 02:36) Not giving his opponent any room to work, Giresse keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) Green throws out some punches, but Giresse leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) Giresse throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 4 - 01:35) Green tries to catch Giresse with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 4 - 01:15) Giresse doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 01:15) Giresse fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) Giresse leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Green.

(Rd 4 - 00:38) Giresse lies on top of Green, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 00:14) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.

(Rd 4 - 00:02) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:02) Giresse slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Giresse.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Green is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Green hits a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Giresse finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) It looks like Giresse has been cut above the eye.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Giresse slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 5 - 03:39) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:39) Giresse slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 5 - 03:39) Green is being totally outstruck so far in this fight.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) Giresse is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) Green finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 5 - 03:00) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 03:00) Giresse is trying to push Green so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:00) Giresse can't do it though, Green defended it well.

(Rd 5 - 02:48) With Green controlled by the clinch, Giresse looks to be attempting to set up a judo throw.

(Rd 5 - 02:48) Giresse uses a nice inside leg trip and Green is forced to pull guard!

(Rd 5 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Giresse keeps very tight to Green, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Green is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Giresse off of him.

(Rd 5 - 01:34) The clock runs down as Green is being smothered against the ground by Giresse.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Giresse looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Giresse throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 5 - 00:41) Giresse peppers Green with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.

(Rd 5 - 00:28) Giresse lies on top of Green, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Giresse took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Maxime Giresse the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Maxime Giresse defeats Caragh Green (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Maxime Giresses name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"El Nino" Nelson Angelo (8-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Underdog: +550) vs. Craig Hulme (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Calgary, Alberta, Favorite: -700)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'El Nino' Nelson Angelo goes head to head with Craig Hulme in the CTC Welterweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:51) There's a takedown attempt from Hulme.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Angelo almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Hulme has hold of one leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Hulme uses the position to drive Angelo up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) With the cage trapping Angelo, Hulme looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Angelo has no answer to a slick trip!

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Angelo ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Hulme, with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Hulme starts trying to get Angelo on his back so that he can gain a better position.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Hulme shows his ground skills and gets full mount!

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Hulme attempts to set up an armbar on Angelo from the mount.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Angelo gets caught by the armbar, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 03:20) The winner, by submission, is Craig Hulme!

 

 

Official Result: Craig Hulme defeats 'El Nino' Nelson Angelo (Submission (Armbar) in 1:40 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Craig Hulme thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. A charismatic talker with the looks to match, Craig Hulme has real star power.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Brad "Dead Eye" Wyman (10-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Saint-Felicien, Quebec, Favorite: -490) vs. Van "Joltin'" Jolson (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec, Underdog: +390)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Brad 'Dead Eye' Wyman battles Van 'Joltin'' Jolson in the CTC Welterweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Gregory C. James, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Wyman connects with two left hands and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Wyman comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Jolson fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Wyman throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Wyman slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Wyman attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Jolson fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Wyman hits a left hand but Jolson evades a big right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Wyman steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Jolson manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Wyman misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Jolson doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Wyman lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Jolson misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Wyman misses a jab and also misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Jolson misses a jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Wyman stalks forward, pressuring Jolson.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Wyman moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) A jab lands from Wyman but doesn't hit the body kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Jolson scores with a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Wyman misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Wyman steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Jolson lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Wyman throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Taking a few gulps of breath, Wyman is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 1 - 00:19) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Wyman.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Jolson uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Wyman scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) Wyman comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) Jolson fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) A successful feint leaves Jolson vulnerable.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) A jab lands from Wyman but Jolson evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Wyman forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Jolson hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Wyman throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) Jolson misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Wyman to attack with a jab and a quick kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Wyman moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Jolson into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Jolson scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Wyman fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Jolson with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Jolson misses a right hook and gets countered with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Wyman comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Jolson fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Wyman throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:38) Wyman comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:38) Jolson hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:38) Wyman lands two jabs and then he hits Jolson with a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Wyman is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) Looking very tired, Wyman clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) Wyman tries to lock his legs around the waist of Jolson, wanting to pull him down to the floor.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) The attempt is unsuccessful, Jolson blocked it and takes control of the grappling.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) Wanting to take it to the ground, Jolson attempts to drag Wyman down into his guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) The attempt is unsuccessful, Wyman blocked it and takes control of the grappling.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Wanting to take it to the ground, Wyman attempts to drag Jolson down into his guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Jolson defends the attempt to drag him down, and takes control of the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Jolson tries to use a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Wyman stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Wyman, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Wyman is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Wyman misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Jolson misses a jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Wyman slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Jolson is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Wyman slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a leg kick that narrowly misses the target.

(Rd 3 - 03:52) Wyman is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) Wyman is off target with a left jab but lands a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) Jolson hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Wyman is looking really tired.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) Jolson appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Wyman took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) Wyman lands a left jab, but Jolson catches the roundhouse body kick that comes next!

(Rd 3 - 02:42) Jolson tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 02:42) Doing superbly, Wyman prevents the takedown and manages to yank his leg free entirely.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Wyman slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 3 - 01:47) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:47) Wyman misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Jolson comes in with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Wyman attempts to wrestle Jolson to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) It's unsuccessful, Jolson maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) Clinched with Jolson, Wyman looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) Wyman doesn't get the takedown, Jolson instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) Jolson looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) It doesn't work, Wyman defended against it well.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Jolson is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 3 - 00:21) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:21) Jolson misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Wyman comes in with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Jolson misses with a big right hand, allowing Wyman to counter with a quick kick.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Wyman looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Wyman took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 30-27 to Wyman.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Jolson misses with a big right hand, allowing Wyman to counter with a quick left hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:40) Jolson is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) Jolson hits a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) Wyman scores with a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) Standing and trading is not working for Jolson, so far in this fight he has simply been out-classed and out-struck.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Limping slightly, Jolson is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Jolson misses with a big right hand, allowing Wyman to counter with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 4 - 03:50) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:50) Wyman slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) Jolson is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him!

(Rd 4 - 03:37) Wyman is trying to lock Jolson into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) Wyman achieves it, Jolson could not fight out of it.

(Rd 4 - 03:21) Using the clinch, Wyman hits a vicious knee to the ribs of Jolson.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) Jolson tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 4 - 02:45) From the clinch, Wyman drives a huge knee to the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) Wyman tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Jolson isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 4 - 01:50) From the looks of things, I don't think Jolson has much energy left.

(Rd 4 - 01:50) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Wyman blasts Jolson with a big knee to the chest.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Wyman finally loses his grip and the clinch is broken.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) It looked like we were about to see Jolson try and get some grappling started, but Wyman was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) Wyman can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 4 - 01:16) Wyman looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 01:16) That last strike may have hurt Jolson, he is backing away but looks punch-drunk!

(Rd 4 - 01:16) Wyman tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but it misses.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) Wyman hits a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) Jolson hits a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 4 - 00:36) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:36) Jolson misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Wyman to attack with a great right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:21) Jolson backs away...and almost falls down! I think that last strike really hurt him!

(Rd 4 - 00:21) Wyman is trying to lock Jolson into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:21) He gets it and now has Jolson in trouble.

(Rd 4 - 00:06) Using the clinch, Wyman hits a vicious knee to the ribs of Jolson.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Wyman.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have Wyman ahead 40-36.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) A big black bruise on his side is evidence that the shots that Jolson has taken tonight have definitely been doing damage.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Round five begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:47) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Wyman slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) Clinched with Jolson, Wyman looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) It's unsuccessful, Jolson maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) Wyman looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) An outside leg trip sweeps Jolson down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard!

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Wyman pounds away, but Jolson calmly deals with them.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) Jolson uses his legs to push Wyman back, and tries to scramble for position.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Jolson looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Neither fighter manages to impose himself in the scramble, and they both end up standing.

(Rd 5 - 03:06) Jolson is limping slightly.

(Rd 5 - 03:06) Wyman studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 5 - 03:00) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) Wyman dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 5 - 02:15) Wyman acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head.

(Rd 5 - 02:02) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 02:02) Wyman misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a spin kick to the body.

(Rd 5 - 01:46) Jolson is limping a little bit.

(Rd 5 - 01:41) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 01:41) Jolson misses with a big right hand, allowing Wyman to counter with a jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) Wyman tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) Jolson blocks the attempted trip and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 00:36) Jolson looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 00:36) It doesn't work, Wyman defended against it well.

(Rd 5 - 00:20) Clinched with Wyman, Jolson looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 5 - 00:20) Wyman blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round five.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Wyman.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Jolson needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion.

 

 

 

 

Round 6

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(Rd 6 - 05:00) And here we go, round six!

(Rd 6 - 04:46) Wyman lands a jab and then catches Jolson with a right hook.

(Rd 6 - 04:28) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 6 - 04:28) Jolson uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 6 - 04:28) Wyman is off-target with a jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 6 - 04:09) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 6 - 03:56) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 6 - 03:56) Jolson tries to take Wyman down.

(Rd 6 - 03:56) It doesn't work, Wyman defended against it well.

(Rd 6 - 03:44) Jolson attempts to wrestle Wyman to the ground.

(Rd 6 - 03:44) Wyman blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 6 - 03:27) Jolson seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart.

(Rd 6 - 03:07) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 6 - 02:40) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 6 - 02:40) Wyman counters a right hand with a left jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 6 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 6 - 02:13) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 6 - 02:13) Jolson scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 6 - 02:13) Wyman connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 6 - 01:45) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 6 - 01:45) Jolson uses a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 6 - 01:45) Wyman lands a one-two.

(Rd 6 - 01:22) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 6 - 01:00) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 6 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 6 - 01:00) Wyman attempts to wrestle Jolson to the ground.

(Rd 6 - 01:00) It's unsuccessful, Jolson maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 6 - 00:44) Wyman looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 6 - 00:44) Wyman doesn't get the takedown, Jolson instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 6 - 00:33) Jolson attempts to wrestle Wyman to the ground.

(Rd 6 - 00:33) Wyman blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 6 - 00:04) Wyman looks to sweep a leg out from under Jolson so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 6 - 00:04) The trip doesn't work, Jolson blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 6 - 00:00) Round six is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 6 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Wyman.

(Rd 6 - 00:00) Jolson is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 7

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(Rd 7 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 7 - 04:49) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 7 - 04:49) Wyman dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a good right hand.

(Rd 7 - 04:24) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 7 - 04:24) Wyman slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 7 - 04:03) They engage in the center.

(Rd 7 - 04:03) Jolson hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 7 - 04:03) Wyman hits a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 7 - 03:40) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 7 - 03:31) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 7 - 03:31) Clinched with Jolson, Wyman looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 7 - 03:31) Jolson blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 7 - 03:13) Wyman tries to take Jolson down.

(Rd 7 - 03:13) The takedown is successful, Jolson pulls guard.

(Rd 7 - 02:57) Wyman starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 7 - 02:57) He passes to side control.

(Rd 7 - 02:14) Wyman looks to get a mount.

(Rd 7 - 02:14) Wyman shifts to mount.

(Rd 7 - 01:31) Wyman pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.

(Rd 7 - 01:31) Wyman forces Jolson to turn away from the strikes, giving up his back!

(Rd 7 - 01:13) Wyman unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 7 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 7 - 00:55) Jolson prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Wyman from getting hooks in.

(Rd 7 - 00:38) Jolson tries to get Wyman off his back.

(Rd 7 - 00:38) The effort is successful, Wyman loses the back position, and both fighters scramble back to their feet.

(Rd 7 - 00:16) Jolson is limping slightly.

(Rd 7 - 00:11) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 7 - 00:11) Jolson doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 7 - 00:11) Wyman hits a jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 7 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round seven.

(Rd 7 - 00:00) That round goes to Wyman, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 7 - 00:00) This is bad for Jolson, he's running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 8

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(Rd 8 - 05:00) And here we go, round eight!

(Rd 8 - 04:48) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 8 - 04:48) Jolson misses with a big right hand, allowing Wyman to counter with a good right hand.

(Rd 8 - 04:18) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 8 - 04:18) Wyman slips past a right hook and counters with a good right hand.

(Rd 8 - 03:54) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 8 - 03:54) Jolson misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Wyman attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 8 - 03:39) Wyman sees that Jolson is wobbly and comes in for the kill! Jolson just covers up, leaning on the cage, too dazed to do anything but try and survive the next few seconds!

(Rd 8 - 03:39) Wyman is looking to get Jolson in a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 8 - 03:39) He gets it and now has a dazed Jolson in even more serious trouble.

(Rd 8 - 03:23) From the clinch, Wyman drives a huge knee to the stomach.

(Rd 8 - 03:09) Jolson tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 8 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 8 - 02:30) From the clinch, Wyman drives a huge knee to the stomach.

(Rd 8 - 02:10) Jolson tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 8 - 01:39) Using the clinch, Wyman hits a vicious knee to the ribs of Jolson.

(Rd 8 - 01:28) Jolson finally breaks free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 8 - 01:19) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 8 - 01:19) Wyman misses with a right hand.

(Rd 8 - 01:19) Jolson misses a jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 8 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 8 - 00:56) Wyman steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 8 - 00:56) Jolson may have been aiming to get in close, but Wyman aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 8 - 00:56) Wyman lands a jab and then hits Jolson with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 8 - 00:45) Jolson covers up, retreating until pressed against the cage...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt!

(Rd 8 - 00:45) Wyman is trying to force Jolson into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 8 - 00:45) He has it hooked, Jolson was too dazed to muster any sort of serious defensive action.

(Rd 8 - 00:28) From the clinch, Jolson gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.

(Rd 8 - 00:17) Jolson tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 8 - 00:00) Round eight is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 8 - 00:00) That round goes to Wyman, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 8 - 00:00) With one round left, Jolson realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win.

(Rd 8 - 00:00) As his corner gives instructions, Jolson simply sits there looking completely deflated.

 

 

 

 

Round 9

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(Rd 9 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 9 - 04:52) Wyman closes in on Jolson, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 9 - 04:52) Jolson appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Wyman took the initiative first.

(Rd 9 - 04:52) Wyman lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 9 - 04:35) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 9 - 04:35) Jolson misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 9 - 04:13) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 9 - 04:13) Jolson misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Wyman attacks with a left jab and a good right hand.

(Rd 9 - 04:01) That last strike may have hurt Jolson, he is backing away but looks punch-drunk!

(Rd 9 - 04:01) Wyman moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! Jolson goes down!

(Rd 9 - 03:50) Without hesitation, Wyman goes to finish Jolson off with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 9 - 03:50) Wyman hits several big stomps and kicks, but Jolson somehow hangs on!

(Rd 9 - 03:30) Wyman tries to come in and secure a ground position.

(Rd 9 - 03:30) Wyman attains side control.

(Rd 9 - 03:17) Wyman tries to get into the mount position.

(Rd 9 - 03:17) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Jolson rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 9 - 02:45) Jolson is in huge trouble now, as Wyman successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 9 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 9 - 02:29) Wyman unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 9 - 02:09) Wyman pounds away, landing several clean blows on Jolson in the process.

(Rd 9 - 01:55) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Wyman tries to finish Jolson off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 9 - 01:55) Jolson doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 9 - 01:28) Wyman maintains his hooks, despite Jolson trying to break them.

(Rd 9 - 01:10) Wyman fires away with punches, and Jolson is stung by several big shots.

(Rd 9 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 9 - 00:57) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Wyman tries to finish Jolson off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 9 - 00:57) Jolson gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 9 - 00:33) By submission, the winner is Brad Wyman!

 

 

Official Result: Brad 'Dead Eye' Wyman defeats Van 'Joltin'' Jolson (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:27 of round 9). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Brad Wyman gives a name-check to everyone at Team Gorshin, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Jayden Karp would be a particularly good contest.

 

 

Attendance: 161

Gate Reciepts: $12,751

Sponsorship: $23,438

Ad Revenue: $147,146

PPV Revenue: $7,800

Merchandise: $3,717

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $111,380)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                      Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Brad Wyman                $7,520       Van Jolson                 $1,690       SotN: Wyman: $5,000
Craig Hulme               $3,240       Nelson Angelo              $1,690
Maxime Giresse            $2,700       Caragh Green               $1,690
Marcus Rimmer             $7,160       Jules Dupuit               $1,820       Perf: Rimmer: $5,000
Roger Quince              $1,980       Viacheslav Chaliapin       $1,690
Mily Golovanov            $2,520       Kojuro Ijichi              $1,690
Marko Prochazka           $2,520       Benni Peyroux              $1,820
Robert Darrell            $3,960       Bart Diggs                 $1,690
Joshua Ziegler            $17,700      Julian Banham              $11,300      FotN: Both: $10,000
                                                                               KotN: Ziegler: $5,000
Agustin Gonzalez          $3,960       Fabio Santoro              $1,690
Hamilton Fonseca Junior   $1,950       Kiyotaka Aihara            $2,200
Kichisaburo Morri         $3,300       Washington Nogueira Santos $1,300
Mauricio de Terreros      $2,400       Wawrzyniec Dygasinski      $1,300
Bernhard Moltmann         $2,100       Fausto Barbosa             $1,300
Randy Carsley             $7,250       Jonn Wales                 $1,400        Perf: Carsley: $5,000
Gus Fitzpatrick           $2,400       Salvador Santos            $1,600
Danny Rowan               $1,650       Calum Coles                $1,200

 

 

Drug Testing: $19,142

Production: $98,149

 

Profit: $-33,819

 

Critical Rating: 74%

Commercial Rating: 29%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -5.0%             67.0% (High Level Regional)
USA                 -4.0%             69.1% (High Level Regional)
UK                  -1.8%             74.8% (High Level Regional)
Europe              -0.9%             36.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           -2.4%             63.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               -1.5%             49.2% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                -1.5%             38.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              -0.9%             36.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              -1.5%             28.8% (Low Level Regional)
South America       -2.4%             43.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     -0.8%             14.1% (Low Level Regional)
Africa              -0.1%             7.2% (Low Level Regional)

News

- The drug test results are back from Canadian Tournament Combat 9, and all fighters tested clean.

- The drug test results are back from Canadian Tournament Combat 10, and all fighters tested clean.

- Televisao Esporte, Continental Sports X1, All Japan TV, and OzCast were all upset over the lack of star power in the main event.

- The following fighters have been cut from the CTC roster following their elimination from the tournament: Nelson Angelo, Caragh Green, Jules Dupuit, Viacheslav Chaliapin, Kojuro Ijichi, Benni Peyroux, Bart Diggs, Julian Banham, Fabio Santoro, Kiyotaka Aihara, Washington Nogueira Santos, Wawrzyniec Dygasinski, Fausto Barbosa, Jonn Wales, Salvador Santos, and Calum Coles.

- The services of Van Jolson have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules.

- Middleweight competitor Juro Fukozawa is visiting with Tiger Claw Academy, and will be backed by them in his next fight. He commented that he wanted to train with them because they are known to improve their fighters submission skills.

- Heavyweight fighter Mark Bicknell has joined London Kickboxing Academy on a long term basis in a bid to improve his striking game.

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

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Predictions

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Confirmed Matches For CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round (Total Fighters: 71, Fighters In First Round: 14)

Chris Boyle vs. Taye Burnett

Log Drake vs. Don Norman

Ariano Craveiro vs. Simon Youngman

Tiago de Paixao vs. Keaton Spratt

Ted Grace vs. Jamie Barrington

Soren Jellyman vs. Raimundo Pinheiro

John Draper vs. Brady Crawford

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Friday, Week 1, March 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Evgeni Medtner (24-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #55, Favorite: -1200) vs. Roland Furtwangler (6-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #202, Underdog: +950)

Evgeni Medtner has been one of Europe's top fighters for many years, and is a true all-rounders, who was one of the first fighters to really develope skills in striking, grappling, and on the ground. A very tough opponent for anyone, he has the skills to beat anyone on his day, and was SIGMA's first Welterweight Champion. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Ern Fathoui in SIGMA. Roland Furtwangler is trained in Sambo, and is a very ordinary fighter, neither his grappling or striking is at a level that is going to trouble many people, but he's tough enough that he'll always make his opponent work for his victory. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Christakis Boutzikos vs. Isao Nagatomo in the Second Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Cooper "The Phoenix" Richardson (13-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Favorite: -940) vs. Ronan Mary (13-12, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #210, Underdog: +750)

Cooper Richardson was originally a one-dimensional wrestler, nothing special and really never hit anyone's radar. After joining Halvorsen's in 1997 he improved by leaps and bounds, and by the time he signed with GAMMA in 2000 he was a much more versatile fighter. He now calls himself "The Phoenix" in reference to his career turnaround. However, he has lost two straight fights, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Delroy Rhodes in his last fight. Ronan Mary is a Chicago native who came to MMA following an undistinguished career as an amateur wrestler. He's pretty poor, as evidenced by his win-loss record one the regional scene, and is generally fodder for other, better, fighters. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Kush Singh vs. Howie Galt in the Second Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Iain "The Elite" Fussell (9-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Favorite: -700) vs. "Strength Gardener" Akihito Matsumoto (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #199, Underdog: +550)

Iain Fussell is a versatile fighter, who is able to striker, and wrestle, but is at his best on the ground where he can cause real problems. He joined BCF in 1998, and has proved himself in the Welterweight Division to be dangerous to anyone but the elite. He has won two straight fights, and is coming off a Split Decision victory over Ragnar Gunnlaugsson in his last fight. Akahito Matsumoto is a judoka who has studied the grappling arts extensively. A powerful Welterweight, who uses his almost unstoppable clinch takedowns and excellent top control to grind out wins. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ats Kruglov vs. Oleksandro Hlushko in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Stian Agdestein (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #62, Favorite: -1200) vs. Todd Prenger (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #195, Underdog: +950)

Stian Agdestein is a future top contender, who is one of the best Sambo fighters in Scandanavia. A very high class grappler, he likes to work from top position on the ground from where his submissions are deadly. He needs to work on his striking and finishing abilities in order to climb the Welterweight Ranks. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Viacheslav Chaliapin in SIGMA. Todd Prenger has been a Karate student for many years, and is a highly technical striker with good movement, but who lacks the killer shot power that would make him a truly threatening opponent. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Bret Clement vs. Buster East in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Christakis Boutzikos (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #74, Favorite: -920) vs. Isao Nagatomo (6-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #183, Underdog: +730)

Christakis Boutzikos is a very tough customer from Greece, who is able to box and grappler equally well, resulting in a versatile style of attack. The one strike against him is that he is often content to just lie on top of his opponent and ride his way to a decision. He started his career with seven straight victories, but is now coming off two straight losses, and is coming off a first round TKO loss to Benni Peyroux in SIGMA. Isao Nagatomo is a Japanese fighter, who comes from a wrestling background who loves to take opponents down and batter them with strikes. His big weaknesses are his glass jaw and the fact that he is clearly massively uncomfortable in any sort of striking situation. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Evgeni Medtner vs. Roland Furtwangler in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Jakuchu Sekozawa (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #87, Favorite: -110) vs. Bokkai "Thunder" Iida (20-15, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #170, Underdog: +100)

Jakuchu Sekozawa is an all-rounder who is notoriously difficult to stop due to his great chin and exceptional submission defence. He's not quite as good on the attack, but he can certainly outwork most opponents to pick up wins. Bokkai Iida is a Jiu-Jitsu based fighter, who can be quite dangerous on the ground with his submission skills, but is very poor standing up and struggles against strikers who have good takedown defence. A veteran of well over 30 fights, the end of his career may be approaching. The winner of this fight will face #42 Diego Arteta in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ats Kruglov (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Favorite: -680) vs. Oleksandro Hlushko (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #186, Underdog: +540)

Ats Kruglov is a young Estonian fighter who employs a low-risk approach to MMA, generally working from the clinch to get his opponent down and in position for submissions. He has made a good start with the BCF, winning his first two fights, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Malloy Mahoney in his last fight. Oleksandro Hlushko is a Ukrainian boxer, who can be a real handful on the feet, especially as his excellent movement means he is an elusive target. Ultimately, however, he does not possess the grappling or ground skills to survive against top competition. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Iain Fussell vs. Akahito Matsumoto in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Christopher "The Postman" Earle (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #122, Underdog: +520) vs. "The Prince of Darkness" Lee Bould (18-12, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #135, Favorite: -660)

Christopher Earle is known as "The Postman" because he supposedly always delivers, and possibly because he actually was one prior to MMA. He is a kick boxer whose primary threat comes form his heavy hands. He's a bit ragged technique-wise, and his awful wrestling and ground game are huge holes in his MMA game. Lee Bould is journeyman professional, who has been around the American local scene for many years. A competent wrestler, he has never really developed anything other than rudimentary striking and that has stopped him ever achieving much. The winner of this fight will face #7 Gabriel Gallego in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Slow Hand" Bret Clement (8-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Favorite: -470) vs. Buster East (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #190, Underdog: +370)

Bret Clement is an average kick boxer from New Zealand, noted for his quick hands. He doesn't have the power to seriously trouble most fighters, but can wear people down with the sheer amount and technical proficiency he brings to the table. He is a staple of the BCF Welterweight Division. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Kush Singh in his last fight. Buster East is a kick boxer from Calgary, Alberta. A very fast striker, he likes to use speed and movement to confuse and dazzle opponents. What he lacks is stopping power, or a Plan B. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Stian Agdestein vs. Todd Prenger in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Thoki Murasaki (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #103, Underdog: +360) vs. "The Unbreakable" Gideon Navarro (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #154, Favorite: -460)

Thoki Murasaki is an all-rounder, who originally comes from a Karate background but has since worked hard to improve his grappling and submission skills. His versatility is a useful weapon as it means he can change strategy at a moments notice in order to target an opponents weaknesses. Gideon Navarro is a potential MMA superstar, who is a naturally talented fighter who combines excellent physical gifts with strong technique. At heart he is a wrestler and submission artist, at his best when taking down an opponent and applying joint locks, but he is also a technically sound striker. The winner of this fight will face #26 Simon Vine in the Second Round.

 

 

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CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Houston "Furious" George (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #126, Favorite: -600) vs. Ken Paliski (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #131, Underdog: +470)

Houston George is a decent wrestler, who likes to work at close range where he can either use his powerful short punches or grapple. If he can get the fight to the ground he has above-average submission skills too. Ken Paliski is a Judo expert, who likes to get hold of his opponent and use his grappling skills to his advantage. His major weakness is his striking, which is extremely poor and usually consists of nothing but hopeful swings. The winner of this fight will face #3 Manuel Silva in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Yoichi Kubo (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #106, Underdog: +160) vs. "The All American" Ryan Beeker (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #151, Favorite: -210)

Yoichi Kubo is a short, but powerfully built Welterweight, who is a former wrestler who likes to use ground and pound tactics to overwhelm opponents. His hesitant stand-up, and vulnerability off his back are major weaknesses in his game and will need to be addresses for him to ever be a truly dangerous opponent. Ryan Beeker is a very bright prospect, who was a star wrestler in college, racking up one of the most impressive win-loss records around. His excellent wrestling is his strongest weapon when it comes to MMA, but he is also starting to show skills in other areas too. The winner of this fight will face #23 Kenneth Toadspew in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Thomaz de Miranda (10-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #94, Favorite: -310) vs. Sonny Anderson (6-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #163, Underdog: +240)

Thomaz de Miranda is a former kick boxer who moved to MMA in 1995. He is a decent enough striker, but his weak chin and lack of grappling or ground skills means that he is unlikely to ever trouble the elite. Sonny Anderson is a kick boxer from Brazil, who is not a particularly threatening competitor and should be easy pickings for most capable opponents. The winner of this fight will face #35 Lucas in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Fisher "The Wheelman" Kaye (7-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #99, Favorite: -300) vs. Koji Masuko (8-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #158, Underdog: +230)

Fisher Kaye is a solid wrestler from Tennessee, and is dangerous if he can get into top control on the ground, but lacks anything approaching a Plan B if opponents are able to resist his takedowns. Koji Masuko trained in wrestling as a youngster and it is the tools he learned there that he applies to MMA. He is widely accepted as your standard low level talent, with neither the skills nor athletic ability to trouble the big names. The winner of this fight will face #30 Kafu Bunya in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Orlando de Carvalho (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #119, Underdog: +260) vs. "The Architect" Guy Moss (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #138, Favorite: -330)

Orlando de Carvalho is a good solid fighter, who comes from a Muay Thai background and is at his most comfortable when fights are upright and all about strikes. His ground game and grappling are pretty weak and are his biggest flaws. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Manuel Silva in an FLB Welterweight Title challenge. Guy Moss is a superb wrestler who came close to making the US Olympic team. He has a reputation for being one of MMA's smartest fighters, not only in terms of his general intelligence, but also "Fight IQ" as he is an expert in identifying and exposing opponents weaknesses. His striking is a weak point, but if he can improve on that he could become a major player. The winner of this fight will face #10 Bobby Brubaker in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Eli "The Farm Boy" Harris (9-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #90, Favorite: -920) vs. Humbert Gest (6-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #167, Underdog: +730)

Eli Harris had a good win-loss record as an amateur wrestler, but has struggled in professional MMA, primarily due to his lack of striking and the fact that he has a suspect chin. Humbert Gest is a self-styled Karate fighter, who has some decent punches that he can unload, but few kicks and virtually no grappling or ground skills whatsoever. The end result is a one-dimensional fighter who can be bested by anyone with a well-rounded skill set. The winner of this fight will face #39 Tyler Lass in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kush Singh (2-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #82, Underdog: -130) vs. "The Big Red Zombie" Howie Galt (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #175, Favorite: -140)

Kush Singh is a young Welterweight, who comes form a kick boxing background and has some good solid technical skills at his disposal. Still very green, if given time he may develope into a good competitor. He lost a Split Decision to Bret Clement in his BCF debut. Howie Galt is a kick boxer, whose major asset is the face that he seems to have a chin made of solid granite. His ability to withstand an insane amount of punishment and still keep coming forward has earned him the nickname "The Big Red Zombie". His own attacks are hardly inconsequential, but do lack the power to cause damage. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Cooper Richardson vs. Ronan Mary in the Second Round.

 

Weigh-In Results

Evgeni Medtner (170 lbs) vs. Roland Furtwangler (170 lbs)

Cooper Richardson (170 lbs) vs. Ronan Mary (170 lbs)

Iain Fussell (170 lbs) vs. Akahito Matsumoto (170 lbs)

Stian Agdestein (170 lbs) vs. Todd Prenger (170 lbs)

Christakis Boutzikos (170 lbs) vs. Isao Nagatomo (170 lbs)

Jakuchu Sekozawa (170 lbs) vs. Bokkai Iida (170 lbs)

Ats Kruglov (170 lbs) vs. Oleksandro Hlushko (170 lbs)

Christopher Earle (170 lbs) vs. Lee Bould (170 lbs)

Bret Clement (170 lbs) vs. Buster East (170 lbs)

Thoki Murasaki (170 lbs) vs. Gideon Navarro (170 lbs)

Houston George (170 lbs) vs. Ken Paliski (170 lbs)

Yoichi Kubo (170 lbs) vs. Ryan Beeker (170 lbs)

Thomaz de Miranda (170 lbs) vs. Sonny Anderson (170 lbs)

Fisher Kaye (170 lbs) vs. Koji Masuko (170 lbs)

Orlando de Carvalho (170 lbs) vs. Guy Moss (170 lbs)

Eli Harris (170 lbs) vs. Humbert Gest (170 lbs)

Kush Singh (170 lbs) vs. Howie Galt (170 lbs)

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 14 Full Fight Card

WW: Evgeni Medtner vs. Roland Furtwangler

WW: Cooper Richardson vs. Ronan Mary

WW: Iain Fussell vs. Akahito Matsumoto

WW: Stian Agdestein vs. Todd Prenger

WW: Christakis Boutzikos vs. Isao Nagatomo

WW: Jakuchu Sekozawa vs. Bokkai Iida

WW: Ats Kruglov vs. Oleksandro Hlushko

WW: Christopher Earle vs. Lee Bould

WW: Bret Clement vs. Buster East

WW: Thoki Murasaki vs. Gideon Navarro

 

WW: Houston George vs. Ken Paliski

WW: Yoichi Kubo vs. Ryan Beeker

WW: Thomaz de Miranda vs. Sonny Anderson

WW: Fisher Kaye vs. Koji Masuko

WW: Orlando de Carvalho vs. Guy Moss

WW: Eli Harris vs. Humbert Gest

WW: Kush Singh vs. Howie Galt

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Friday, Week 1, March 2002

Live From Winnipeg, Manitoba

 

 

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Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Kush Singh (2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Coventry, England, Underdog: -130) vs. "The Big Red Zombie" Howie Galt (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Erie, Pennsylvania, Favorite: -140)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first fight of the night is Kush Singh squaring off with 'The Big Red Zombie' Howie Galt.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Singh doesn't connect with a right jab and also misses with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Galt misses with a left jab and also fails on a leg kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Galt misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Singh attacks with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Singh connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Galt scores with a jab but fails on a leg kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Singh misses with a right jab but scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Galt uses a left jab and also gets a glancing blow with a high kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Singh slips past a right hook and counters with a brace of jabs that are followed by a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Singh has a left hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Galt misses with a left jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Galt counters a left hand with a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Galt uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Singh doesn't connect with a right jab but lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Galt misses a right hook and gets countered with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Singh misses with a right jab and also finds his left cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Galt misses a jab and also misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Galt hits a left jab but comes up short on a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Singh scores with a brace of jabs and also scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a yawner of a round, and I think both fighters are now a bit frustrated.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Singh took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Galt misses a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Singh hits a two-punch combination, a quick right and a straight left.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Galt slips past a left hook and counters with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) Singh misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Taking a few gulps of breath, Singh is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Galt counters a short body kick with a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Singh is off-target with a jab and also doesn't connect with a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Galt misses with a left jab and also fails to land a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Singh is off target with a right jab but scores with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Galt lands a left jab and also lands a left kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Singh misses with a big left hand, allowing Galt to counter with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) For the first time, Galt is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) Singh motions for Galt to come on and fight.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Galt dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a head kick attempt that doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Singh misses a jab and also has a left hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Galt misses a jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:28) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) Singh misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Galt to attack with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Galt, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:47) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Singh misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Galt comes in with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Galt counters a left hand with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) A few deep breaths betray that Singh is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) Singh misses a left hook and gets countered with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Singh misses a left hook and gets countered with a left kick to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Galt slips past a left hook and counters with a quick left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Breathing very hard, Singh is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) Singh is off target with a right jab but scores with a right kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) Galt finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) Galt scores with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) Singh hits a jab but misses with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:41) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Singh, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Galt looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Galt doesn't get the takedown, Singh instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 01:03) Singh looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 01:03) Singh can't get the takedown as Galt wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Galt attempts to wrestle Singh to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Galt doesn't get it, Singh blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) With control of the clinch, Galt tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 3 - 00:12) Galt unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Galt.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Galt.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:50) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:50) Singh is off-target with a jab and also can't hit a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:50) Galt doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Singh doesn't connect with a right jab but hits a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Galt hits a left jab but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Galt attempts to wrestle Singh to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Galt has the takedown and gets side control from it.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Galt tries to lock Singh in an arm triangle.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Singh doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.

(Rd 4 - 03:19) Singh skillfully moves to full guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) Singh looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) Galt unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 4 - 02:44) Despite getting pounded, Singh suddenly throws up a triangle choke!

(Rd 4 - 02:44) Singh gets the triangle fully applied...and there's the tap out!

(Rd 4 - 02:23) Kush Singh takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: Kush Singh defeats 'The Big Red Zombie' Howie Galt (Submission (Triangle) in 2:37 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Kush Singh thanks everyone connected to KO Fighters for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Eli "The Farm Boy" Harris (9-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Boise, Idaho, Favorite: -920) vs. Humbert Gest (6-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Surrey, England, Underdog: +730)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Eli 'The Farm Boy' Harris fights Humbert Gest.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Gest confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Gest hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Gest connects with a nice jab and then hits Harris with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Gest connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Harris chooses to shoot in on Gest.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Harris has the takedown! Gest pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Harris pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Gest.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Harris begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Gest can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Harris gains side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Harris tries to get into the mount position.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Gest rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Harris gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Harris tries to finish Gest off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Harris gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Gest has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 01:08) By submission, the winner is Eli Harris!

 

 

Official Result: Eli 'The Farm Boy' Harris defeats Humbert Gest (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:52 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Eli Harris thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He says that he is happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Orlando de Carvalho (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Underdog: +260) vs. "The Architect" Guy Moss (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Detroit, Michigan, Favorite: -330)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Orlando de Carvalho vs. 'The Architect' Guy Moss.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Richie Hope, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moss may have weighed in the same as de Carvalho yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Circling warily, Moss is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) de Carvalho throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Moss takes the chance and grabs de Carvalho into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Moss is looking to muscle de Carvalho back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Moss does it, de Carvalho is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Moss is keeping de Carvalho pressed up tightly against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Smothered against the cage, de Carvalho cannot get free.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) A jab hits home from de Carvalho and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) de Carvalho moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) It looked like we were about to see Moss try and get some grappling started, but de Carvalho was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) A one-two from de Carvalho fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) de Carvalho lands two jabs and then catches Moss with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) de Carvalho connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) de Carvalho lands a left hand and then catches Moss with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Moss came out just ahead on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) de Carvalho closes in on Moss, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Moss had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) de Carvalho can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Moss warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) de Carvalho lands a jab and then catches Moss with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for de Carvalho.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Seizing the opportunity, Moss clinches.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Using his wrestling skills, Moss is trying to push de Carvalho up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Moss does it, de Carvalho is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) de Carvalho, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Moss is exerting.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Moss pins de Carvalho up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Moss smothers de Carvalho up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Moss may have been aiming to get in close, but de Carvalho aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) de Carvalho connects with two left hands and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) de Carvalho is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) A jab hits home from de Carvalho and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) Circling, Moss clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) de Carvalho connects with a nice jab and then hits Moss with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a bit of a snoozer, hopefully the next round brings a little more action.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Moss 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Moss.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:48) de Carvalho lands a left jab, but Moss evades a big right punch.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) Two jabs hit home from de Carvalho and then he scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) Moss moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) de Carvalho lands two left hands and then catches Moss with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) de Carvalho connects with a jab, but Moss avoids the low kick that it set up.

(Rd 3 - 03:09) Moss looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 3 - 03:09) de Carvalho throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) Moss takes the chance and grabs de Carvalho into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Moss has worked in the underhooks and looks to take de Carvalho down.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) The underhooks are used to set up a trip, de Carvalho is left on his back under side control!

(Rd 3 - 02:32) Moss throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 3 - 02:14) Moss blocks de Carvalho as he tries a sweep from side control.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Moss starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Moss shows his ground skills and slips to mount.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Moss pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) Moss pounds away and de Carvalho is in serious trouble!

(Rd 3 - 01:16) With punches raining down, de Carvalho desperately tries to get away but only succeeds in giving up his back!

(Rd 3 - 01:04) Moss tries to get his hooks in, but can't.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) de Carvalho tries a roll, but doesn't budge Moss.

(Rd 3 - 00:36) de Carvalho prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Moss from getting hooks in.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) de Carvalho attempts to turn over.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) The effort is successful, Moss loses the back position, and both fighters scramble back to their feet.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Moss.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) de Carvalho is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) de Carvalho steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Moss appeared to be going to try and get in close, but de Carvalho took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) de Carvalho can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Moss with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) de Carvalho hits a left jab and then hits Moss with a body kick.

(Rd 4 - 04:18) A few deep breaths betray that de Carvalho is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) de Carvalho confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) de Carvalho connects with a jab, but Moss dodges a big right head kick follow-up.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) de Carvalho looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 03:43) de Carvalho connects with a nice jab and then catches Moss with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:21) de Carvalho doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 4 - 03:21) Moss was ready and manages to catch the kick!

(Rd 4 - 03:13) de Carvalho hops on one foot, trying to balance. Moss tries for a takedown attempt.

(Rd 4 - 03:13) The takedown is successful, it leaves de Carvalho pulling guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) de Carvalho is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Moss off of him.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Moss looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) He passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:57) In side control, Moss throws a couple of punches designed to keep de Carvalho guessing.

(Rd 4 - 01:38) de Carvalho tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Moss fires away with punches and de Carvalho takes several shots that threaten to end the fight!

(Rd 4 - 01:04) Moss fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.

(Rd 4 - 00:48) de Carvalho tries to pull guard on Moss but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 4 - 00:35) Moss pounds away on de Carvalho, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(Rd 4 - 00:21) de Carvalho tries a sweep from the bottom of side control, but doesn't budge Moss.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Moss.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, de Carvalho realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Moving in, Moss appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) de Carvalho can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:41) Without taking too much damage, Moss is able to clinch with de Carvalho.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) With a good grip giving him solid control over de Carvalho, Moss looks to wrestle him down.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Moss uses his wrestling skills to deliver a belly-to-belly suplex and get side control.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) Moss pounds away with left hands and de Carvalho is in big trouble!

(Rd 5 - 04:15) Moss forces de Carvalho to turn away from the strikes, giving up his back!

(Rd 5 - 04:00) de Carvalho prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Moss from getting hooks in.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Moss blocks de Carvalho as he tries to roll over.

(Rd 5 - 03:38) Moss tries to get both hooks in, but can't quite manage it.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) de Carvalho tries to turn over and sweep Moss but can't do it.

(Rd 5 - 03:03) de Carvalho prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Moss from getting hooks in.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) de Carvalho tries to get Moss off his back.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) The effort is successful, Moss loses the back position, and both fighters scramble back to their feet.

(Rd 5 - 02:34) For the first time, Moss is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) de Carvalho can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) Moss seizes the chance and grabs de Carvalho into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) Moss tries to wrestle de Carvalho backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) Moss does it, de Carvalho is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:47) Moss scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:34) de Carvalho gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) Moss hits de Carvalho, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) de Carvalho looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Moss pins de Carvalho up against the cage and hits a couple of nice left hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 00:50) Moss hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 00:36) Moss smothers de Carvalho against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 00:23) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:17) Moss wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.

(Rd 5 - 00:17) de Carvalho can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 00:05) Without taking too much damage, Moss is able to clinch with de Carvalho.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Moss, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 49-46 (Richie Hope), 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 49-46 (Johnny Beerbohm).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Architect' Guy Moss!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Architect' Guy Moss defeats Orlando de Carvalho (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Guy Moss thanks God, his sponsors, and all of his supporters. Guy Moss celebrates winning his debut fight with CTC.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Fisher "The Wheelman" Kaye (7-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Clarksville, Tennessee, Favorite: -300) vs. Koji Masuko (8-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Underdog: +230)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Fisher 'The Wheelman' Kaye battles Koji Masuko.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Richie Hope, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kaye looks significantly bigger than Masuko as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Masuko steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Kaye lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Kaye throws a punch but Masuko was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Kaye lands a jab and then catches Masuko with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Kaye can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Blood is visible on Masuko, a strike appears to to have opened up a nasty cut on the scalp.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Kaye connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Kaye connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Kaye can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Kaye hits a left hand, but Masuko avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) A jab is wide from Kaye, but then he catches Masuko with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) The clock is stopped as referee Kyle Crisp wants to check the cut on Masuko.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) The fight will be restarted in the center!

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Kaye can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Kaye moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Kaye connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Masuko starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the nasty cut on his head.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Kaye closes in on Masuko, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) It looked like we were about to see Masuko try and get some grappling started, but Kaye was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Kaye throws a punch but Masuko was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Kaye connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Kaye.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Masuko.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) A jab hits home from Kaye and then he catches Masuko with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Masuko warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) A jab lands from Kaye, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) For the first time, Kaye is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Kaye lands a left hand and then catches Masuko with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:47) Kaye uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Kaye confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Kaye lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Kaye fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Kaye confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Masuko may have been aiming to get in close, but Kaye aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Kaye connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Kaye looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Kaye lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) A jab hits home from Kaye and then he catches Masuko with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Kaye hits a left hand, but Masuko evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 01:04) Kaye can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Kaye lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Masuko connects with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Kaye hits a left jab and also lands a powerful right hook!

(Rd 2 - 00:00) He's down! Masuko falls to the floor!

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Kaye, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Kaye up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Masuko may have been setting up to shoot, but Kaye aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Kaye hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) Kaye looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) A jab hits home from Kaye and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) Kaye appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Masuko chooses to shoot in on Kaye.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Masuko gets hold of a leg but Kaye remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Masuko can't get Kaye down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) Kaye is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) Kaye is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 3 - 02:36) Masuko tries to maintain control, but Kaye wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:09) It looked like we were about to see Masuko try and get some grappling started, but Kaye was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 02:09) A jab hits home from Kaye and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) Masuko shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) He has the takedown! Kaye pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) Time slips away as Masuko successfully keeps Kaye stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Masuko punches down at Kaye, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Kaye tries to pull Masuko in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) The clock runs down as Kaye is being smothered against the ground by Masuko.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Masuko lies on top of Kaye, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Masuko, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Kaye.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:53) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Masuko misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Kaye lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:34) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:34) Masuko misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Kaye attacks with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 4 - 03:50) Masuko may have been aiming to get in close, but Kaye aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 03:50) Kaye hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) Masuko misses a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) Kaye lands a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:08) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:08) Kaye hits a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:08) Masuko lands a one-two.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Kaye looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Kaye, who looks very tired, gets grabbed by Masuko.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Kaye tries to take Masuko down.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) The takedown is successful, Masuko pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Kaye pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) Masuko tries to get double underhooks on Kaye so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) Kaye fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:59) Kaye doesn't let Masuko pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 4 - 01:49) Kaye tries to pound on Masuko, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) Masuko tries to get double underhooks on Kaye so that he can get some control, but can't get them.

(Rd 4 - 01:27) Kaye attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 4 - 01:27) Masuko was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Kaye ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) In guard, Masuko begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) Kaye tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 4 - 00:40) The scramble leaves Kaye on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:21) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Masuko keeps very tight to Kaye, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:07) Masuko doesn't let Kaye pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Kaye.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Masuko is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Masuko slumps back on his stool, head down, staring at the floor.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:54) There's a takedown attempt from Masuko.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Kaye is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Masuko smothers Kaye with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Masuko throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 5 - 03:31) Masuko doesn't allow Kaye to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 5 - 03:21) Time slips away as Masuko successfully keeps Kaye stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) Time slips away as Masuko successfully keeps Kaye stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 02:15) In guard, Masuko is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 5 - 01:47) Kaye tries to smother Masuko by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 5 - 01:37) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Masuko keeps very tight to Kaye, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Masuko doesn't let Kaye pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 5 - 01:15) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.

(Rd 5 - 01:15) Masuko is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) Masuko comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) Kaye throws a punch but Masuko was equal to it.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Masuko is able to grab Kaye.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) Masuko attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Kaye on the ground.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) He executes an outside leg trip, sweeping Kaye to the mat where he pulls guard!

(Rd 5 - 00:43) Time slips away as Masuko successfully keeps Kaye stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 00:05) The clock runs down as Kaye is being smothered against the ground by Masuko.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Masuko, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 48-47 (Richie Hope), 49-46 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 48-47 (Johnny Beerbohm).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Fisher 'The Wheelman' Kaye is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Fisher 'The Wheelman' Kaye defeats Koji Masuko (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Fisher Kaye thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Thomaz de Miranda (10-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Favorite: -310) vs. Sonny Anderson (6-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Bahia, Brazil, Underdog: +240)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Thomaz de Miranda fights Sonny Anderson.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Richie Hope, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) de Miranda comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Anderson fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) de Miranda can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Anderson may have been aiming to get in close, but de Miranda aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) de Miranda connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) de Miranda steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Anderson throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) de Miranda lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) de Miranda lands a left hand and then hits Anderson with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) de Miranda comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Anderson lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) de Miranda throws some strikes and a right head kick, but Anderson avoids them all.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) de Miranda comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Anderson hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) de Miranda throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) de Miranda hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Anderson misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. de Miranda comes in with a left jab and a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) de Miranda steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Anderson fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) A jab is wide from de Miranda, but then he hits Anderson with a great high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Anderson is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him!

(Rd 1 - 00:23) de Miranda pounces and smashes Anderson with a big right hand! Down he goes!

(Rd 1 - 00:09) de Miranda senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to de Miranda, 10-9 on my card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Anderson misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing de Miranda to attack with a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) de Miranda scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. Anderson misses a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) de Miranda can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) de Miranda comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Anderson throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) de Miranda connects with two left hands and then he catches Anderson with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) de Miranda comes forward, walking down Anderson.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Anderson hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) de Miranda feints to one side, causing Anderson to react and leave himself off balance.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) de Miranda lands a left jab but Anderson evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) de Miranda can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) For the first time, de Miranda is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 02:42) de Miranda steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:42) de Miranda bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 02:42) de Miranda can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) de Miranda confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) de Miranda connects with two left jabs, but Anderson dodges the leg kick that follows.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) de Miranda attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Anderson throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) de Miranda hits a left hand but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) de Miranda connects with a nice jab and then catches Anderson with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) de Miranda attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) Anderson tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) A feint is bought entirely by Anderson, leaving him wide open.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) A jab hits home from de Miranda and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) de Miranda comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) Anderson tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) de Miranda lands a left jab but Anderson avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) de Miranda steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Anderson fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) de Miranda uses a left jab but the following kick to the body misses.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to de Miranda.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have de Miranda ahead 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Anderson misses a jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) de Miranda scores with a jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) de Miranda, who looks very tired, clinches rather than trying to move away.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Anderson looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Anderson can't get de Miranda down to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Anderson tries to take de Miranda down.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Anderson can't get the takedown as de Miranda wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) de Miranda looks to sweep a leg out from under Anderson so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) It's unsuccessful, Anderson maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 3 - 03:25) Anderson out-wrestles de Miranda and gets himself into a better position in the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Anderson and de Miranda break the grapple and are apart again, circling.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) de Miranda appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 3 - 02:46) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:46) Anderson misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. de Miranda comes in with a quick left jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Taking a few gulps of breath, Anderson is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) Anderson may have been aiming to get in close, but de Miranda aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) de Miranda connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Anderson had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) de Miranda hits a left hand, but the following leg kick misses.

(Rd 3 - 01:30) de Miranda is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 01:30) de Miranda pulls his best mean face and tries to stare his opponent down.

(Rd 3 - 01:15) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) de Miranda stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) de Miranda tries to take Anderson down.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Anderson stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Clinched with de Miranda, Anderson looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) The takedown doesn't work, de Miranda blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) de Miranda tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) Anderson blocks the attempted trip and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) Anderson looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) It doesn't work, de Miranda defended against it well.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) With control of the clinch, Anderson tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) de Miranda blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to de Miranda, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Anderson will be able to take the victory without a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Anderson misses a right hook and gets countered with a nice right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) With control of the clinch, de Miranda tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) de Miranda doesn't get the takedown, Anderson instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) Anderson tries to take de Miranda down.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) de Miranda blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 4 - 03:15) With control of the clinch, de Miranda tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 03:15) de Miranda doesn't get the takedown, Anderson instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) With control of the clinch, Anderson tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) Anderson doesn't get it, de Miranda blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) Anderson looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) Anderson doesn't get the trip, de Miranda instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) de Miranda looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) Anderson doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) de Miranda looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) de Miranda doesn't get it, Anderson blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 4 - 01:51) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.

(Rd 4 - 01:25) Anderson appeared to be going for a takedown, but de Miranda took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 01:25) de Miranda lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) de Miranda closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Anderson may have been setting up to shoot, but de Miranda aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) de Miranda hits a left jab and then hits Anderson with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:44) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 4 - 00:14) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:14) de Miranda counters a right hand with a nice right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) Anderson misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. de Miranda attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to de Miranda, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Anderson is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:55) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) de Miranda dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) Anderson appeared to be going for a takedown, but de Miranda took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) de Miranda connects with a jab, but Anderson evades a big right punch.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) de Miranda moves in on Anderson, preparing to throw.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) A jab hits home from de Miranda and then he hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 5 - 04:06) Anderson is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 5 - 03:52) de Miranda looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) Without hesitation, de Miranda goes to finish Anderson off with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 5 - 03:52) de Miranda is too slow though, and Anderson is back up.

(Rd 5 - 03:30) de Miranda closes in on Anderson, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 5 - 03:30) A punch from de Miranda fails to land.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Glaring at Anderson, de Miranda motions for him to come on and attack.

(Rd 5 - 03:10) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:10) Anderson is off target with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:10) de Miranda hits a jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 5 - 02:44) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:44) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.

(Rd 5 - 02:44) de Miranda misses a jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 02:44) Anderson is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:16) de Miranda looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 5 - 02:16) Anderson appeared to be going for a takedown, but de Miranda took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 02:16) de Miranda lands a jab and then lands a vicious right cross!

(Rd 5 - 02:16) Anderson wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 5 - 02:05) de Miranda knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Anderson, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 5 - 02:05) de Miranda unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Anderson.

(Rd 5 - 01:46) de Miranda fires away with punches, but Anderson deals with them fairly well.

(Rd 5 - 01:34) Anderson struggles and gets half guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:17) de Miranda pounds away, but Anderson calmly deals with them.

(Rd 5 - 00:58) de Miranda blocks Anderson as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:39) de Miranda fires off some rights, but Anderson isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 5 - 00:23) de Miranda blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Anderson looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think de Miranda took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 50-45 (Richie Hope), 50-44 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 50-45 (Johnny Beerbohm).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Thomaz de Miranda!

 

 

Official Result: Thomaz de Miranda defeats Sonny Anderson (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Thomaz de Miranda thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He physically grabs the microphone and proceeds to issue a challenge to Houston George, saying he'll destroy him.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Yoichi Kubo (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Mishima, Japan, Underdog: +160) vs. "The All American" Ryan Beeker (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Atlanta, Georgia, Favorite: -210)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Yoichi Kubo goes head to head with 'The All American' Ryan Beeker.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Richie Hope, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 170lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Beeker is much bigger.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Beeker ignores the offer of a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Beeker misses a jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Kubo doesn't connect with a left jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Beeker counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

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

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Kubo slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Beeker connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Kubo scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) A one-two from Kubo fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) With a clear opportunity, Beeker is able to move in fast and clinch with Kubo.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Beeker has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Kubo to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) A sweep of the legs is successful, Kubo has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Beeker begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Beeker gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Beeker starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Kubo keeps Beeker at side control, not letting the mount happen.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Kubo tries to move to guard, but Beeker doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Beeker pounds away, landing several clean blows on Kubo in the process.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Beeker is wincing, he may have damaged his hand while pounding away.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) A broken hand would certainly have a big impact upon his chances of winning.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Beeker pounds away on Kubo, landing two solid elbows.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Beeker.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Beeker shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Kubo cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Beeker attempts a kimura.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Kubo doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Kubo tries to pull guard on Beeker but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) In side control, Beeker throws a couple of punches designed to keep Kubo guessing.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Kubo tries to pull guard on Beeker but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Beeker looks to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) He is too good for Kubo, and has mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Beeker tries to pound on Kubo with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Kubo tries to move Beeker out of mount but can't.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Beeker pounds away, Kubo is taking elbow after elbow to the head and surely can't survive much longer!

(Rd 2 - 01:35) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 01:18) The winner, by TKO, is 'The All American' Ryan Beeker!

 

 

Official Result: 'The All American' Ryan Beeker defeats Yoichi Kubo (TKO (Strikes) in 3:42 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ryan Beeker name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. Ryan Beeker proved to be a charismatic interviewee.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Houston "Furious" George (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Thornton, Colorado, Favorite: -600) vs. Ken Paliski (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rochester, Minnesota, Underdog: +470)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Houston 'Furious' George takes on Ken Paliski in the CTC Welterweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Richie Hope.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) George looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) George lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) George connects with a nice jab and then hits Paliski with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) A jab is wide from George, but then he catches Paliski with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Paliski looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) George uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Paliski may have been aiming to get in close, but George aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) George lands a left hand and then hits Paliski with a beautiful right uppercut!

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Paliski hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 03:23) George moves in quickly, kneeling beside Paliski and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 1 - 03:23) George pounds away, Paliski is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!

(Rd 1 - 03:23) The referee pulls George away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 1 - 03:11) The winner, by TKO; Houston George!

 

 

Official Result: Houston 'Furious' George defeats Ken Paliski (TKO (Strikes) in 1:49 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Houston George name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that he's happy to take on Thomaz de Miranda given that he has publicly asked for the fight. This was a charismatic performance from a very good talker.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

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Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Thoki Murasaki (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +360) vs. "The Unbreakable" Gideon Navarro (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Honolulu, Hawaii, Favorite: -460)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with Thoki Murasaki taking on 'The Unbreakable' Gideon Navarro.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Richie Hope, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Navarro looks significantly bigger than Murasaki as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Navarro initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Murasaki hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Navarro throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Murasaki avoids them all.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Murasaki lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Navarro hits a left jab and also hits a glancing high kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Navarro steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Murasaki lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Navarro throws three punches, but Murasaki defended successfully against them all.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Murasaki misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Navarro hits a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Murasaki misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Murasaki misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Navarro comes in with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) Murasaki lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) Navarro is off-target with a jab but hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Murasaki misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Navarro comes in with a nice left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Murasaki is well off target with a head kick and gets punished with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Navarro hits a left jab but fails on a hook attempt to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Murasaki lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Murasaki is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Navarro scores with a brace of jabs but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Navarro is off target with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Murasaki finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Navarro hits a left jab and also lands a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Murasaki finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Navarro hits a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Murasaki finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Navarro scores with a jab and also hits a glancing high kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Murasaki scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Navarro took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Navarro scores with a jab but is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt. Murasaki lands a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:37) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:37) Navarro counters a right hand with a left jab and a glancing high kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Murasaki lands a left jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Navarro uses a left jab but doesn't get a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Taking a few gulps of breath, Murasaki is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) Murasaki slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Navarro hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Murasaki lands a left jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) Murasaki scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) Navarro hits a pair of jabs and also scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Navarro is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Navarro is off-target with a jab but lands a low kick. Murasaki hits a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Murasaki lands a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Navarro lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) Murasaki hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) Navarro doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) Navarro hits a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) Murasaki scores with a jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Navarro scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Murasaki lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Murasaki, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:55) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Murasaki hits a jab but can't make contact on a right head kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Navarro lands a left jab but doesn't make contact on a low kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Navarro comes forward to attack.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Navarro bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Navarro lands a left hand and then he lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Murasaki is limping slightly.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Navarro hits a left jab but misses with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Murasaki uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Murasaki is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Murasaki hits a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Navarro comes in with two quick punches and then follows with a sharp low kick.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Murasaki is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Limping slightly, Murasaki is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs.

(Rd 3 - 01:42) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Navarro moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Murasaki into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Murasaki fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Navarro throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 01:04) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:04) Murasaki dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) Murasaki is limping slightly.

(Rd 3 - 00:50) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) Navarro initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) Murasaki hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) Navarro hits a left hand but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Murasaki clinches up, looking shattered.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Navarro tries to wrestle Murasaki backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Navarro achieves it, pinning Murasaki to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a fun round to watch.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Navarro.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Navarro.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:53) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Navarro connects with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Murasaki lands a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) Murasaki tries to wriggle free, but Navarro controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) Murasaki doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) Navarro uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Murasaki as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) Navarro uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Murasaki as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 03:50) Using his wrestling skills, Navarro is trying to push Murasaki up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:50) He does so and now has Murasaki pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Navarro catches Murasaki with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) Navarro catches Murasaki with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) Murasaki is trapped against the cage and Navarro hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:44) Murasaki is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) Murasaki gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) Murasaki gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) Navarro uses dirty boxing to punish Murasaki while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:43) Navarro scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:43) Blood is visible, it appears that Murasaki has suffered a large gash above his eye.

(Rd 4 - 01:32) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce separates the two fighters.

(Rd 4 - 01:32) Navarro appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 4 - 01:24) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 01:24) Murasaki misses a right hook and gets countered with a nice left hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:05) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 01:05) Navarro lands a left hook. Murasaki hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. (

Rd 4 - 00:52) Navarro looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:38) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:38) Navarro nails a right cross. Murasaki lands a left jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Murasaki backs off but does not look at all steady on his feet, he has clearly been rocked by that last blow!

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Navarro tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but it misses.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Navarro connects with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Murasaki lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Navarro.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Murasaki winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Murasaki.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 05:00) Limping slightly, Murasaki is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Navarro uses a left jab but fails on a leg kick attempt.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Murasaki is off-target with a jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:31) Murasaki is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Navarro is off-target with a jab but lands a leg kick.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Murasaki finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) Murasaki looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 5 - 03:32) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:32) Clinched with Murasaki, Navarro looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 5 - 03:32) Murasaki cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:13) Navarro fires off some rights, but Murasaki isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 5 - 02:55) Navarro starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:55) He passes guard but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins.

(Rd 5 - 02:40) The scramble ends with Navarro grabbing Murasaki and shoving him up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:20) Navarro smothers Murasaki up against the cage, although he looks increasingly tired.

(Rd 5 - 02:20) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next thirty seconds as the two tired-looking fighters try to get their wind back.

(Rd 5 - 01:42) Murasaki is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 01:24) Murasaki is trapped against the cage and Navarro hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 01:07) Navarro looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 01:07) Murasaki is pressed up against the cage and held there by his exhausted opponent.

(Rd 5 - 01:07) The next thirty seconds becomes a dull stalemate as the two exhausted fighters stick to a sloppy clinch and try to regain their breath.

(Rd 5 - 00:33) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Harry A. Bierce restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:33) Murasaki is limping slightly.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Navarro misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) Navarro is trying to push Murasaki so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) Navarro achieves it, pinning Murasaki to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Navarro, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges score the contest as 48-47 (Edward Wilde), 49-46 (Richie Hope) and 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Unbreakable' Gideon Navarro!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Unbreakable' Gideon Navarro defeats Thoki Murasaki (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gideon Navarro name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Slow Hand" Bret Clement (8-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Christchurch, New Zealand, Favorite: -470) vs. Buster East (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Calgary, Alberta, Underdog: +370)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'Slow Hand' Bret Clement takes on Buster East.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Richie Hope, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Clement lands one of a flurry of quick punches but misses with a right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) East is off target with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Clement dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with quick jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Looking a bit tense, Clement moves around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) East lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Clement hits three out of a flurry of five punches but fails on a hook attempt to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Clement hits a pair of jabs but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) East lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Clement slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a few quick jabs that are followed by a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Clement slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a pair of left jabs that are followed by an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) East attacks with three quick punches and lands two of them but only finds gloves with a right hand. Clement scores with a brace of jabs but fails on a leg kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) East lands two jabs and also connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Clement nails one quick punch from a flurry but misses with a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Clement.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) East hits a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Clement scores with two punches out of a sudden flurry and then lands a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) East hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Clement lands three of five quick punches but only finds gloves with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) East misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Clement comes in with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Clement studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) East is off target with a pair of jabs but hits a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Clement scores with two punches out of a sudden flurry and then scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Clement.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) East lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) Clement lights up his opponent with three quick jabs and then a hook to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) East lands a left jab and a right cross. Clement lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Taking a few gulps of breath, Clement is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) East hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Clement lands three of five quick punches but only finds gloves with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) East misses with a big right hand, allowing Clement to counter with a pair of jabs that are followed by a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:07) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:07) East hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:07) Clement lights up his opponent with five quick punches.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Clement.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Clement ahead 20-18.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Clement.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) East quickly throws three punches and two of them land but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Showing off his great hand speed, Clement blitzes his opponent with a rapid four punch flurry.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) East is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) East hits a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) Clement lands two of a flurry of quick punches and then hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) East lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Clement throws five quick punches and lands four of them but only finds gloves with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) The gash under the eye of Clement has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) East hits a left hook to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Clement lights up his opponent with five quick punches.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) Clement lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) East lands two jabs and also scores with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:11) Clement studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) East hits a pair of jabs but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Clement lands four quick punches.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) East hits a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Clement scores with two punches out of a flurry but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) Clement, looking shattered, can't stop East pulling him into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) Clement is trying to push East so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) Clement achieves it, pinning East to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) Clement tries to hit him with an elbow, but East works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:42) The clock is stopped as referee Harry A. Bierce wants to check the cut on Clement.

(Rd 3 - 00:42) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor.

(Rd 3 - 00:42) The fight will be restarted in the center!

(Rd 3 - 00:42) Clement is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) Clement hits a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) East hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Clement.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) East is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Clement lands two of four quick punches but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:51) East scores with a jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) East connects with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Clement lands two jabs and also hits a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) Clement looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) East is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) East misses a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) Clement throws three quick punches and lands two of them and then hits a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) East misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Clement comes in with a few quick jabs that are followed by a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) East hits a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Clement lights up his opponent with four quick punches.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) East misses a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Clement scores with three punches out of a sudden flurry but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:10) East is looking really tired.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 4 - 01:36) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 01:36) East scores with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:36) Clement hits a couple of jabs but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) East hits a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Clement quickly throws five punches and two of them land and then connects with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) East lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) Clement blitzes his opponent with a rapid five punch flurry.

(Rd 4 - 00:26) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:26) East finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 4 - 00:26) Clement nails three quick punches from a flurry but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Clement looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Clement took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) East is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:51) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:51) East misses with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:51) Clement lands four quick punches.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Clement tries to wrestle East backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Clement achieves it, pinning East to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) Clement uses dirty boxing to punish East while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:00) East is trapped against the cage and Clement hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 03:43) Clement smothers East against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) East takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 5 - 03:12) Clement tries to knee East, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 03:00) East seems to be fighting against exhaustion, I'm not sure he has much left to give.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) Clement hits a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) East hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) Clement hits East with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) Clement tries to wrestle East backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) East ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:04) Clement looks totally gassed.

(Rd 5 - 02:04) East uses his wrestling skills to prevent Clement from throwing any elbow strikes.

(Rd 5 - 01:46) Clement uses dirty boxing to punish East while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:30) East is trapped against the cage and Clement hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 01:12) East is trapped against the cage and Clement hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) East is trapped against the cage and Clement punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 00:36) East is trapped against the cage and Clement hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 5 - 00:23) Referee Harry A. Bierce thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:18) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:18) Clement misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Clement, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 49-46 (Edward Wilde), 50-45 (Richie Hope) and 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making 'Slow Hand' Bret Clement the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'Slow Hand' Bret Clement defeats Buster East (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Bret Clement name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Bret Clement gives a show of respect to his opponent.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Christopher "The Postman" Earle (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tulsa, Oklahoma, Underdog: +520) vs. "The Prince of Darkness" Lee Bould (18-12, 0-0 CTC, From: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Favorite: -660)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Christopher 'The Postman' Earle competes against 'The Prince Of Darkness' Lee Bould.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Earle comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Earle steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Earle lands a left hand and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Earle forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Bould manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Earle fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Bould with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Earle initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Bould fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Earle connects with a jab but Bould evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Earle moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Bould into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Earle steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Earle hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Earle steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Bould misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Earle throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Earle closes in on Bould, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Bould may have been aiming to get in close, but Earle aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Earle throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Bould appeared to be going for a takedown, but Earle took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Earle can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) Bould lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) Earle lands cleanly with a powerful straight right!

(Rd 1 - 02:05) It's a knock out! Bould is down and out!

(Rd 1 - 02:05) The winner, by knock out, is Christopher 'The Postman' Earle!

 

 

Official Result: Christopher 'The Postman' Earle defeats 'The Prince Of Darkness' Lee Bould (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:55 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Christopher Earle name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Christopher Earle says he is happy to start his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ats Kruglov (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Estonia, Favorite: -680) vs. Oleksandro Hlushko (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Kiev, Ukraine, Underdog: +540)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Ats Kruglov going head to head with Oleksandro Hlushko.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Hlushko throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Hlushko comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Kruglov hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Hlushko fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) A defensive jab hits from Kruglov.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) A jab lands from Hlushko, but Kruglov avoids a big left.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) A jab is wide from Hlushko, but then he scores with a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) A jab is wide from Hlushko, but then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) A jab hits home from Hlushko and then he catches Kruglov with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Hlushko hits a right jab and then scores with a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Hlushko moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Kruglov may have been setting up to shoot, but Hlushko aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Hlushko lands a right hand and then hits a nice left hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Kruglov comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Hlushko partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Kruglov has a hold of the other.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Kruglov can't get Hlushko down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) With the cage trapping Hlushko, Kruglov looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) The takedown is successful, Hlushko goes down.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Hlushko ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Kruglov, with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Kruglov unloads with some right hands, but Hlushko deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Hlushko hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Kruglov tries to put Hlushko into a guillotine choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Kruglov gets the guillotine fully applied and Hlushko has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:08) The winner, by submission; Ats Kruglov!

 

 

Official Result: Ats Kruglov defeats Oleksandro Hlushko (Submission (Guillotine) in 4:52 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ats Kruglov name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and he responds by calling out Heinz-Hermann Haussermann, saying he will kick his ass.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Jakuchu Sekozawa (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Favorite: -110) vs. Bokkai "Thunder" Iida (20-15, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Underdog: +100)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Jakuchu Sekozawa squaring off with Bokkai 'Thunder' Iida.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Richie Hope, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Sekozawa closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) A jab is wide from Sekozawa, but then he hits Iida with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Iida comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Iida gets the takedown! Sekozawa pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Iida attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Sekozawa tries to get back up.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Iida manages to come out on top with side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Iida pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Sekozawa takes the opportunity and manages to pull half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) In half guard, Iida throws a couple of punches designed to keep Sekozawa guessing.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Sekozawa tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Iida.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Iida fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) In half guard, Iida begins working to get side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Sekozawa allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) The scramble leaves Sekozawa turtled up, facing Iida.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Iida tries to drive a knee to the head, but Sekozawa scooted backward quickly and is able to stand back up.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Iida chooses to shoot in on Sekozawa.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Sekozawa almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Iida holds the other.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Unable to complete the takedown, Iida instead pushes Sekozawa up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Iida, but only a 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Sekozawa comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Iida hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) A one-two from Sekozawa fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Sekozawa lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Iida had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Sekozawa connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Sekozawa comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Iida misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Sekozawa hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Sekozawa steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Iida throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Sekozawa uses a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Sekozawa comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Iida hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Sekozawa fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Sekozawa stalks forward, pressuring Iida.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Sekozawa moves into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Sekozawa connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Iida shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Sekozawa gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Iida fires off a few punches.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Iida fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Sekozawa is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Iida off of him.

(Rd 2 - 00:34) Iida is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:34) He passes to half guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:07) Iida pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Iida, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Iida.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:53) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Sekozawa slips past a right hook and counters with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Iida chooses to shoot in on Sekozawa.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Sekozawa almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Iida holds the other.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Iida uses the position to drive Sekozawa up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) Iida looks to take Sekozawa down with a trip.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) A great inside leg trip sees Sekozawa get thrown to the mat and Iida is left in half guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Iida begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Sekozawa fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) The scramble results in Sekozawa being on his back pulling half guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:25) Iida tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:25) Sekozawa was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) Iida manages to come out on top, with Sekozawa pulling guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Sekozawa is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Iida off of him.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) Time slips away as Iida successfully keeps Sekozawa stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) In guard, Iida is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Sekozawa tries to sweep Iida but can't do it.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) Iida throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Sekozawa tries to sweep Iida but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) Iida tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) Sekozawa was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 3 - 00:19) The scramble results in Sekozawa turtled with Iida on his back.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) Iida fires off some rights, but Sekozawa isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Iida.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Sekozawa is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Sekozawa comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Sekozawa is now in the pocket.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Sekozawa can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a vicious right cross!

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Iida wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 4 - 04:17) Sekozawa moves in quickly, kneeling beside Iida and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 4 - 04:17) Sekozawa pounds away and Iida eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:04) In side control, Sekozawa begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 4 - 04:04) He can't get the mount.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) Sekozawa blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:13) Sekozawa throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) Iida tries to move to guard, but Sekozawa doesn't allow it.

(Rd 4 - 02:33) Sekozawa pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 4 - 02:13) Iida tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 01:53) In side control, Sekozawa catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:25) Sekozawa looks to get a mount.

(Rd 4 - 01:25) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Iida rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 4 - 00:36) Sekozawa tries to finish Iida off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 4 - 00:36) Iida doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 4 - 00:14) Iida tries a roll, but doesn't budge Sekozawa.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Sekozawa.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Sekozawa really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Iida, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Iida came in way too slow and Sekozawa lets him run headlong straight into a vicious knee to the head!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Iida is knocked down!

(Rd 5 - 04:30) Sekozawa knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Iida, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 5 - 04:30) Sekozawa pounds away on Iida, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) Looking to catch his breath, Sekozawa is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 5 - 03:58) Iida tries to move to guard, but Sekozawa doesn't allow it.

(Rd 5 - 03:39) In side control, Sekozawa throws a couple of punches designed to keep Iida guessing.

(Rd 5 - 03:10) Iida tries to move to guard, but Sekozawa doesn't allow it.

(Rd 5 - 02:58) Sekozawa attempts the mount.

(Rd 5 - 02:58) Iida rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.

(Rd 5 - 02:36) Sekozawa tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 5 - 02:36) Iida stops Sekozawa from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 5 - 02:19) Sekozawa blocks Iida as he tries to roll over.

(Rd 5 - 02:08) Sekozawa tries to finish Iida off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 5 - 02:08) Iida doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 5 - 01:44) Iida tries a roll, but doesn't budge Sekozawa.

(Rd 5 - 01:29) Sekozawa tries to finish Iida off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 5 - 01:29) Iida defends himself well against the choke.

(Rd 5 - 01:07) Sekozawa blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 5 - 00:42) Iida is in increasing trouble, as Sekozawa gets both hooks in.

(Rd 5 - 00:31) With both hooks in, Sekozawa tries to flatten Iida out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 5 - 00:31) Iida doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 5 - 00:01) Breathing very hard, Iida is looking ragged.

(Rd 5 - 00:01) Iida struggles against Sekozawa but cannot get himself free from the hooks.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Sekozawa, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde gives a score of 48-47 in favour of Sekozawa.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Richie Hope has given 48-47 to Iida.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse has given 48-47 to Iida.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Bokkai 'Thunder' Iida wins by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: Bokkai 'Thunder' Iida defeats Jakuchu Sekozawa (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Bokkai Iida thanks everyone connected to Snake Temple for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says he is already looking forward to his next fight.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Christakis Boutzikos (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Thessaloniki, Greece, Favorite: -920) vs. Isao Nagotomo (6-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Hokkaido, Japan, Underdog: +730)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Christakis Boutzikos takes on Isao Nagatomo.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Boutzikos looked like he was about to shoot, but Nagatomo stepped in fast and started a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Nagatomo is trying to muscle Boutzikos up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Boutzikos out-wrestles him though.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Boutzikos looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Boutzikos throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Boutzikos blocks Nagatomo as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Boutzikos fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Boutzikos throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Boutzikos blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Boutzikos throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Boutzikos blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Boutzikos throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Boutzikos comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) The takedown is unsuccessful, Nagatomo sprawled well to block it and manages to push Boutzikos down so that he is on his hands and knees.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Boutzikos, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Boutzikos. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Boutzikos lands a left hand and then hits Nagatomo with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Nagatomo comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Boutzikos almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Nagatomo holds the other.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Nagatomo drives Boutzikos up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Boutzikos wrestles back against Nagatomo, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) Boutzikos throws a hook to the body, but Nagatomo steps back to avoid it.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Boutzikos lands a left hand and then scores with a fantastic right cross!

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Nagatomo collapses, that shot knocked him out!

(Rd 2 - 03:29) By knock out, the winner is Christakis Boutzikos!

 

 

Official Result: Christakis Boutzikos defeats Isao Nagatomo (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:31 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Christakis Boutzikos name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Christakis Boutzikos says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Stian Agdestein (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Trondheim, Norway, Favorite: -1200) vs. Todd Prenger (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sunderland, England, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Stian Agdestein battles Todd Prenger.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Richie Hope, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Prenger throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) A jab lands from Prenger, but misses when he attempts to go to the body after.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Agdestein moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) A jab is wide from Prenger, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Prenger hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Prenger throws a two-punch combo but Agdestein avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Prenger uses a left jab, but Agdestein avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) A jab hits home from Prenger and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) Prenger comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) Prenger hits a left jab and then hits Agdestein with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Prenger throws a punch but Agdestein avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Seizing the opportunity, Agdestein clinches.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Agdestein starts trying to set-up up a suplex.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Agdestein hits a hugely impressive suplex! He gets side control!

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Agdestein tries to lock Prenger into an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Prenger stops Agdestein from applying it.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Agdestein starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Prenger rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Agdestein attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Agdestein flattens Prenger out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Stian Agdestein takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Stian Agdestein defeats Todd Prenger (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:59 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Stian Agdestein name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Iain "The Elite" Fussell (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Newcastle, England, Favorite: -700) vs. "Strength Gardener" Akahito Matsumoto (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +550)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Iain 'The Elite' Fussell going up against 'Strength Gardener' Akahito Matsumoto.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Richie Hope, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Fussell looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Matsumoto scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Fussell can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Fussell closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Matsumoto may have been aiming to get in close, but Fussell aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Fussell connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Fussell lands a jab and then hits Matsumoto with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Fussell moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Matsumoto may have been aiming to get in close, but Fussell aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Fussell throws a punch but Matsumoto avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Fussell fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) A jab hits home from Fussell and then he hits Matsumoto with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) A jab lands from Fussell, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) Matsumoto isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) A jab is wide from Fussell, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Matsumoto, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Fussell lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Fussell lands two jabs, but Matsumoto avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Matsumoto, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Fussell connects with a nice jab and then hits Matsumoto with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Fussell lands two jabs and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Matsumoto looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Fussell hits two left jabs and then catches Matsumoto with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Fussell lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Fussell, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Fussell, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) A jab lands from Fussell, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) A jab hits home from Fussell and then he hits Matsumoto with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Fussell is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Matsumoto looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Fussell simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Fussell lands two jabs and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:37) Circling warily, Matsumoto is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 03:37) Fussell can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) A jab hits home from Fussell and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) Fussell drops his hands by his waist and stops moving entirely, openly goading Matsumoto.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Fussell lands two jabs, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) A jab hits home from Fussell and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Fussell connects with two left hands and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Fussell can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:38) A few deep breaths betray that Fussell is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Fussell can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Matsumoto with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) It looked like we were about to see Matsumoto try and get some grappling started, but Fussell was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) Two jabs hit home from Fussell and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) Fussell lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) Matsumoto covers up, retreating until pressed against the cage...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt!

(Rd 2 - 00:29) A big right hand catches Matsumoto flush and snaps his head back!

(Rd 2 - 00:22) Matsumoto eats a right hook and is barely able to stand anymore! The cage is the only reason he is still upright!

(Rd 2 - 00:22) The referee pulls Fussell away, stopping the fight! Matsumoto is left slumped against the cage, dazed and wobbling.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) That's poor refereeing in my opinion, the official should have gotten in there and stopped the bout faster. (

Rd 2 - 00:18) By TKO, the winner is Iain Fussell!

 

 

Official Result: Iain 'The Elite' Fussell defeats 'Strength Gardener' Akahito Matsumoto (TKO (Strikes) in 4:42 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Iain Fussell thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that it's a shame that Phil Ball is too much of a coward to face him because otherwise that'd be a good fight.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Cooper "The Phoenix" Richardson (13-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Chicago, Illinois, Favorite: -940) vs. Ronan Mary (13-12, 0-0 CTC, From: Hope, Chicago, Illinois, Underdog: +750)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Cooper 'The Phoenix' Richardson battles Ronan Mary in the CTC Welterweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Richie Hope, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Richardson looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Richardson shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Richardson gets the takedown! Mary pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Richardson tries to throw a slicing elbow, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Richardson doesn't let Mary pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Richardson throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Richardson doesn't allow Mary to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Richardson throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Mary tries to pull Richardson in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Richardson begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Looking to catch his breath, Richardson is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Mary tries to pull guard on Richardson but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Richardson keeps Mary guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Richardson blocks Mary as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Richardson attempts a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Mary fights off the kimura attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Mary tries to move to guard, but Richardson doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Looking to catch his breath, Richardson is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Mary tries to pull guard on Richardson but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Richardson took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Richardson is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Richardson had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Mary throws a one-two, but Richardson was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Richardson comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Mary cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) That's his second takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Richardson fires off some rights, but Mary isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Mary tries to pull Richardson in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) Richardson is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) Richardson passes to side control with ease.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Richardson attempts a kimura.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Mary defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Richardson blocks Mary as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Richardson attempts an armbar.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Mary defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Mary tries to move to guard, but Richardson doesn't allow it.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Richardson is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) He can't get the mount as Mary rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) Richardson tries to finish Mary off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) The rear naked choke is in deep, Mary has to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Cooper 'The Phoenix' Richardson takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: Cooper 'The Phoenix' Richardson defeats Ronan Mary (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:44 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Cooper Richardson praises his team at Pittsburgh Steel, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he calls out Domingo de Vivanco, saying "he can't beat me".

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Evgeni Medtner (24-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Novosibirsk, Russia, Favorite: -1200) vs. Roland Furtwangler (6-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Hamburg, Germany, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Evgeni Medtner squares off with Roland Furtwangler in the CTC Welterweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Medtner connects with a nice jab and then hits Furtwangler with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:43) Furtwangler gets close enough to clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Using his wrestling skills, Furtwangler is trying to push Medtner up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Medtner out-wrestles him though.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Medtner hits Furtwangler with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Medtner uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Furtwangler to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Furtwangler gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Using his wrestling skills, Medtner is trying to push Furtwangler up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) He does so and now has Furtwangler pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) With Furtwangler stuck against the cage, Medtner tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Medtner has the takedown and is left on top of a turtled up Furtwangler.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Medtner pounds away and Furtwangler eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Medtner unloads with big right hands and Furtwangler is struggling to cope!

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Medtner tries to pound on Furtwangler, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Moving quickly, Furtwangler scrambles.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Furtwangler ends up in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Furtwangler throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Furtwangler blocks Medtner as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Furtwangler fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Furtwangler blocks Medtner as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Furtwangler fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Medtner.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Furtwangler is showing clear signs of the beating his body has taken thus far tonight, there are red marks all around his rib cage.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) A flurry of three punches from Medtner see three of them land and then hits Furtwangler with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) A jab hits home from Medtner and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Medtner looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Medtner catches Furtwangler with a knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Medtner is trying to muscle Furtwangler up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Furtwangler ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) With the cage trapping Furtwangler, Medtner looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) He gets a takedown, using the cage to his advantage.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) The takedown leaves Furtwangler seated with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) Medtner fires away and Furtwangler is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Not liking his options, Medtner looks to get a better position over Furtwangler.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Medtner shows his ground skills and gets full mount!

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Medtner pounds away, Furtwangler is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Medtner fires away with punches, but Furtwangler doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Furtwangler tries to move Medtner enough to get half guard, but can't get enough space.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) Medtner tries to pound on Furtwangler, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) Furtwangler can't budge Medtner, who is well balanced.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Medtner pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Furtwangler tries to topple Medtner but can't do it.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) Medtner tries to pound on Furtwangler, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 00:21) Medtner blocks the attempt to push off the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Medtner pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Medtner.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Medtner up 20-18 on my scorecard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Furtwangler needs to protect his ribs better, a large bruise is beginning to develop and may as well have a target painted on it too.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Medtner comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Medtner attempts a kimura.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Furtwangler defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) Medtner attempts a kneebar by hooking a leg.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) Furtwangler defends himself well and does not give up a leg.

(Rd 3 - 03:35) Medtner tries to lock Furtwangler in an armbar.

(Rd 3 - 03:35) Furtwangler stops Medtner from applying it.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Medtner attempts a kimura.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) A kimura is fully applied, Furtwangler is in huge trouble!

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Shockingly, Medtner loses it! Furtwangler pops his arm free, and has somehow survived!

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Furtwangler is still under side control though and so the threat of more submission attempts remains.

(Rd 3 - 02:42) Medtner attempts to kimura Furtwangler from side control.

(Rd 3 - 02:42) Furtwangler gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 3 - 02:13) The winner, by submission, is Evgeni Medtner!

 

 

Official Result: Evgeni Medtner defeats Roland Furtwangler (Submission (Kimura) in 2:47 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Evgeni Medtner praises his team at St. Petersburg Elite, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he jokingly throws out a few names before saying that a fight against Kenneth Toadspew would make a lot of sense.

 

 

Attendance: 158

Gate Reciepts: $12,514

Sponsorship: $25,270

Ad Revenue: $181,689

PPV Revenue: $15,912

Merchandise: $3,896

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $99,720)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Evgeni Medtner            $14,140      Roland Furtwangler       $11,690      FotN: Both: $10,000
Cooper Richardson         $2,520       Ronan Mary               $1,690
Iain Fussell              $2,520       Akahito Matsumoto        $1,560
Stian Agdestein           $7,880       Todd Prenger             $1,820       SotN: Agdestein: $5,000
Christakis Boutzikos      $7,520       Isao Nagatomo            $1,690       KotN: Boutzikos: $5,000
Bokkai Iida               $3,960       Jakuchu Sekozawa         $1,430
Ats Kruglov               $3,060       Oleksandro Hlushko       $1,820
Christopher Earle         $1,980       Lee Bould                $1,820
Bret Clement              $2,340       Buster East              $2,210
Gideon Navarro            $3,060       Thoki Murasaki           $2,080
Houston George            $2,550       Ken Paliski              $1,200
Ryan Beeker               $2,100       Yoichi Kubo              $1,400
Thomaz de Miranda         $2,100       Sonny Anderson           $1,300
Fisher Kaye               $2,100       Koji Masuko              $1,300
Guy Moss                  $180         Orlando de Carvalho      $2,100
Eli Harris                $1,950       Humbert Gest             $1,200
Kush Singh                $2,250       Howie Galt               $1,200

 

 

Drug Testing: $19,142

Production: $94,775

 

Profit: $25,644

 

Critical Rating: 73%

Commercial Rating: 37%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -4.0%             63.0% (Mid Level Regional)
USA                 -2.4%             66.7% (High Level Regional)
UK                  -1.2%             73.6% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +0.6%             36.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           -1.4%             62.4% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               -0.6%             48.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                -0.5%             37.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              -0.1%             36.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              -0.2%             28.6% (Low Level Regional)
South America       -0.8%             42.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +1.6%             15.7% (Low Level Regional)
Africa              +0.7%             7.9% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- Ryan Beeker strained his wrist in his victory over Yoichi Kubo and will miss a couple days of training. This should not affect his ability to advance in the tournament.

- Televisao Esporte, Continental Sports X1, All Japan TV, and OzCast have all lodged complaints about the lack of star power in the main event.

- The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Roland Furtwangler, Ronan Mary, Akahito Matsumoto, Todd Prenger, Isao Nagatomo, Jakuchu Sekozawa, Oleksandro Hlushko, Lee Bould, Thoki Murasaki, Ken Paliski, Yoichi Kubo, Sonny Anderson, Koji Masuko, Orlando de Carvalho, Humbert Gest, and Howie Galt.

- The services of Buster East have been retained per Canadian Fighter rules.

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

None

 

Confirmed Matches For CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round (Total Fighters: 98, Fighters In First Round: 68)

Iggy Coan vs. Sorai Yoshizaki

Angus Silversmith vs. August Pennell

Eric Coleman vs. Zair Williams

Ben Lees vs. Sebastian Cyr

Chi Ji Guang vs. Tommy Cowan

Bahman Baboumian vs. Zydrunas Sigauskas

Zsolt Hargitay vs. Koryusai Tamura

Dwight Witherspoon vs. Sydney Badenhorst

Bruno Doman vs. Marmaduke Chuffnell

Takafumi Ando vs. Warren Scumboon

Kiyomori Sanda vs. Fatty Tarbuckle

Lucius M Banks vs. Henri Laureys

Marty Sinnar vs. Benoit LeVoir

Hunter Matuszak vs. Jeremy-Brett Teller

Abe Locke vs. Den Bickersteth

Jarno Zijlstra vs. Melvin Yeo

Pete Windsor vs. Gunnar Rasmussen

Matas Fialkowska vs. Veeti Kuqi

Drew D'Acosto vs. Jouko Kiri

Randolph Gilliver vs. Frank Sheedy

Vinnie MacEntyre vs. Sugimoto Tarumi

Hidehira Nakamoto vs. Martin Greenstein

OJ Oberst vs. Tomiichi Tsujimura

Eric Hughes vs. Stan Still

MA Parker vs. Colin J L Capes

Korekiyo Okuma vs. Hans Gorner

Moses Amokachi vs. Devon Marunde

Davey Rushton vs. Hugo Filiou

Fred Goggins vs. Jerry Benderoth

Charlie Howerd vs. Lenny DiMaria

Svein Haugen vs. Tarmo Lurich

Terry Shakespeare vs. Erich Dymek

Daugvinas Blekaitis vs. Vasily Klyushev

Sun Lu Tang vs. Hector Jimenez

[CageRage]

 

 

Saturday, Week 1, March 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Spirit of Ancients" Jungo Futagawa (18-13, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #115, Underdog: +120) vs. Bradley "The Hunter" Dixon (20-14, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #142, Favorite: -160)

Jungo Futagawa is a Muay Thai specialist, a journeyman from Japan. He can be dangerous on his day, especially with his kicks, but has never shown any hint that he might crack the upper echelons of MMA. He was cut by ALPHA-1 last year after racking up a 4-9 record with the company, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Konosuke Shirahata in his last fight. Bradley Dixon is a solid journeyman professional, who uses his wrestling skills as his main weapon. He offers little threat via his strikes or ground game, and as such finds it hard to stop opponents. He has been a Middleweight his whole career, but has now dropped to Welterweight as his career nears it's end. The winner of this fight will face #14 Rufus Stephens in the Second Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Glasgow's Finest" Scott Gillespie (5-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #78, Underdog: +950) vs. Evan "G-Man" Gardner (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #179, Favorite: -1200)

Scott Gillespie is a tall, lanky kick boxer from Scotland, who can cause problems for most people in a ranged striking battle but is vulnerable if the opponent can get in close. He joined BCF in 1998, but is probably best known for being spectacularly knocked out by a debuting Jerome Atkins in 2000. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Ragnar Gunnlaugsson in his last fight. Evan Gardner is a talented young wrestler, who likes to use his grappling skills to control opponents for large stretches of time, either in the clinch or on the ground. A decent boxer too, he's a very difficult fighter to strategize against as he doesn't have many exploitable weaknesses. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Domingo de Vivanco vs. Takakazu Mori.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Nugget" Grant Kyle (4-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #83, Underdog: +750) vs. Louis De La Torre (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #174, Favorite: -950)

Grant Kyle is best known for his freakish ability to withstand punishment, having a chin that is apparently made out of cast iron. Not particularly skilled, he is however more than willing to stand and have exciting crazy brawls, and that is likely what got him a surprise BCF contract in 1999. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Jayden Karp in his last fight. Louis De La Torre is a ground and pound specialist, who has very good takedowns and some nasty strikes when he is on top of opponents. De La Torre has some decent boxing at his disposal too, which helps him vary his gameplan and not be too predictable. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Eiji Masuko vs. Pirmin Zubriggen in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Dale "Rubber Man" Burke (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #123, Favorite: -180) vs. Ethan LeGrange (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #134, Underdog: +140)

Dale Burke is a Hawaiian fighter who is one of the most outlandish personalities in MMA (which is a nice way of saying he is absolutely nuts). Known as the "Rubber Man" Burke is a quality Jiu-Jitsu fighter who has extraordinary flexibility, something that he uses to his advantage to apply lots of crazy looking submissions, especially from his beloved rubber guard. Ethan LeGrange is a solid fighter, who has a tidy striking game that is built around his hard punches. He can cause trouble for most opponents in a stand-up battle. What he lacks is any degree of versatility, as the ground and grappling games are completely alien environments to him. The winner of this fight will face #6 Xie Ming in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Carmelo Rossi (12-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Favorite: -210) vs. Ruy Mendes da Rocha (11-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #198, Underdog: +160)

Carmelo Rossi is an Italian fighter, primarily a wrestler who uses his grappling skills to control and smother opponents. He has a decent striking game, but lacks power and so most of his victories come by way of the judges. He is coming off a second round TKO loss to Templeton Crumb in SIGMA. Ruy Mendes da Rocha is a BJJ student, who can be dangerous on the ground if given time to work his submission skills but otherwise lacks much of a threat. He had a shot at the FLB Welterweight Title, though the shot ended with him being slaughtered by Manuel Silva. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Domingo de Vivanco in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Buzzy Tuttle vs. Paul Duffell in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Eiji Masuko (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Favorite: -1060) vs. Pirmin Zubriggen (14-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #211, Underdog: +840)

Eiji Masuko is an elite judoka, who has found it easy to translate his grappling abilities to the no-gi world of MMA. If he can improve his striking to a competent level, he'll be a very tough opponent indeed. He has won all his fights with ALPHA-1, improving along the way, and is coming off a first round submission victory over Kiyotaka Aihara in his last fight. Primin Zubriggen is one of the few Swiss fighters in MMA, a kick boxer who uses his decent strikes to batter away at his foes. He's not particularly powerful or technical, and most high level fighters would see him as an easy match-up. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Grant Kyle vs. Louis De La Torre in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Slade Cregg (13-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #118, Favorite: -930) vs. "Orange Crush" Linton Berry (10-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #139, Underdog: +740)

Slade Cregg is a Judoka, who can cause big problems for opponents if he is allowed to get in close and start using his grappling talents. He does need to work on his stand-up though, as it is very mediocre. Linton Berry is a striker from a boxing background originally. He has decent hands, good enough to trouble most opponents, but is let down by being quite poor in all other areas of MMA. The winner of this fight will face #11 Yevgeni Sipatov in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Peruvian Scythe" Domingo de Vivanco (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #51, Underdog: -110) vs. Takakazu Mori (11-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #206, Favorite: -130)

Domingo Vivanco is a wildly aggressive fighter from Peru, who is noted for his all out violent assaults, going straight after his opponents with everything he has. His relentless style is tough to deal with, and his striking, while occasionally ragged, has the power to be a threat to anyone. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Ruy Mendes da Rocha in FLB. Takakazu Mori is a submission specialist, who can cause issues on the ground with his array of holds but the rest of his MMA game is fairly weak and means that there's no guarantee that he can get the fight to the floor in the first place. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Scott Gillespie vs. Evan Gardner in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Chikafusa Abukara (20-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Favorite: -180) vs. Matsudaira Satoh (10-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #214, Underdog: +140)

Chikafusa Abukara is a Welterweight from Japan who uses his background in amateur wrestling as the basis for his MMA career. He has been a regular for ALPHA-1 for years, although he has never really been more than low level prelim fodder. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Bussho Maruyama in his last fight. Matsudaira Satoh is decent amateur wrestler from Japan, whose style is to try to impose himself so that the majority of the fight takes place in a clinch from where he can batter his opponent with dirty boxing and frustrate them with stalling and wear down tactics. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Afonso Romero vs. Piotr Dabrowski in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Baby-Faced Assassin" Steven Griffin (17-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #54, Favorite: -1200) vs. Thomas O'Cann (5-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #203, +950)

Steven Griffin doesn't look very threatening, but he can hold his own when standing and has a ground game that can be dangerous if not taken seriously. A mainstay of the BCF Welterweight division, Griffin is unlikely to ever be a champion, but he's a great test for anybody. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Mikey Wallace in his last fight. Thomas O'Cann is a former amateur boxer, who can throw a decent punch but is extremely one-dimensional. His glass chin doesn't help his chances of tasting victory either. For most of his career he has been a Lightweight, but recently moved up to Welterweight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Heinz-Hermann Haussermann vs. Ryder Myllart in the Second Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Buzzy Tuttle (9-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Favorite: -380) vs. "The Surprise Package" Paul Duffell (22-15, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #187, Underdog: +300)

Buzzy Tuttle is a kick boxer from England, who has the strikes to give anybody an uncomfortable night in the cage but lacks true knock out power and is quite one dimensional in that he has no grappling or ground skills to speak of. He joined BCF very early in his career and has been going about his business ever since, albiet mostly on the preliminary card. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Jayden Karp in his last fight. Paul Duffell is a competent fighter, who uses his kick boxing background to good effect in MMA. A journeyman, he will never crack the elite of the sport, but will certainly give more than one low level fighter a headache. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Carmelo Rossi vs. Ruy Mendes da Rocha in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Afonso Romero (9-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #86, Underdog: +830) vs. Piotr Dabrowski (19-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #171, Favorite: -1040)

Afonso Romero comes from a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu background, and is a decidedly ordinary fighter who has spent all of his career so far on low level shows in Brazil. With little threat other than from his submissions, you wouldn't bet against him staying there. Piotr Dabrowski is a solid Polish fighter, who is capable of causing big problems for most opponents with his wrestling and submission skills. He was a regular with SIGMA starting in 1996, but was cut in 2000 after a losing streak, and is has been working the regional scene leading up to his CTC debut. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Chikafusa Abukara vs. Matsudaira Satoh.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Lucimar do Bonfiml (4-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #107, Underdog: +260) vs. Hoburn "Puke" Pallisades (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #150, Favorite: -330)

Lucimar do Bonfiml is a decidedly mediocre kick boxer, who can hold his own in a stand-up battle against mid-level competition, but his lack of power and one-dimensional skill set mean that he is unlikely to ever crack the Welterweight world rankings. Hoburn Pallisades is a good amateur wrestler, who uses his grappling skills in combination with his dangerous ground and pound to make himself a tough opponent to face. The winner of this fight will face #22 Alan Kendall in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Heinz-Hermann Haussermann (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #75, Favorite: -580) vs. "Easy" Ryder Myllart (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #182, Underdog: +460)

Heinz-Hermann Haussermann is a submission wrestling specialist, who made his pro debut in 2000 and was so impressive during his first two years, going 5-0 that the CTC signed him up despite his lack of experience, and he makes his debut tonight. Ryder Myllart is a solid kick boxer, who will need to improve his all-around game if he is ever to rise up the Welterweight rankings as currently he is too one-dimensional in his attacks. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Steven Griffin vs. Thomas O'Cann in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Javid Khan (6-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #91, Favorite: -360) vs. Gregorio Freyre (11-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #166, Underdog: +280)

Javid Khan is a submission based fighter, who has some striking and wrestling ability, but his only real threat is on the ground where he has some decent submissions. Overall though he lacks the power or technique to trouble many opponents. Gregorio Freyre is a brawler, who likes to take advantage of his ability to take a punch by wading into attacks and trying to overwhelm opponents. He can be difficult to counter, but ultimately is such a one trick pony that most opponents can figure out a way to take him out. The winner of this fight will face #38 Chojiro Goto in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Milton Pinotti (4-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #102, Underdog: +140) vs. "Wicked" Wyatt Ashur (9-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #155, Favorite: -180)

Milton Pinotti is a Brazilian kick boxer, who is a very solid opponent as long as the fight is conducted standing, but wilts under pressure from grappling or when forced down onto the ground. Wyatt Ashur is a striker who likes to use his speed and agility to dart around the ring or cage, firing off punches from odd angles, to try and catch his opponent by surprise. He is one of the more unorthodox fighters to have to face. The winner of this fight will face #27 Jack Humphreys in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Naohiro Suzuki (4-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #110, Underdog: +460) vs. Riley "R-Hux" Huxtable (5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #147, Favorite: -580)

Naohiro Suzuki is a charismatic kick boxer who is known for his fun loving public persona and elaborate entrances. He has some decent strikes in his arsenal, but little else to make him a true threat in MMA. Riley Huxtable fights out of Florida, and is a submission based grappler who can be dangerous on the ground but who doesn't really have the skills to worry opponents unduly in a stand-up battles. The winner of this fight will face #19 Claudio Palacios in the Second Round.

 

Weigh-In Results

Jungo Futagawa (170 lbs) vs. Bradley Dixon (170 lbs)

Scott Gillespie (170 lbs) vs. Evan Gardner (170 lbs)

Grant Kyle (170 lbs) vs. Louis De La Torre (170 lbs)

Dale Burke (170 lbs) vs. Ethan LeGrange (170 lbs)

Carmelo Rossi (170 lbs) vs. Ruy Mendes da Rocha (170 lbs)

Eiji Masuko (170 lbs) vs. Pirmin Zubriggen (170 lbs)

Slade Cregg (170 lbs) vs. Linton Berry (170 lbs)

Domingo de Vivanco (170 lbs) vs. Takakazu Mori (170 lbs)

Chikafusa Abukara (170 lbs) vs. Matsudaira Satoh (170 lbs)

Steven Griffin (170 lbs) vs. Thomas O'Cann (170 lbs)

 

Buzzy Tuttle (170 lbs) vs. Paul Duffell (170 lbs)

Afonso Romero (170 lbs) vs. Piotr Dabrowski (170 lbs)

Lucimar do Bonfiml (170 lbs) vs. Hoburn Pallisades (170 lbs)

Heinz-Hermann Haussermann (170 lbs) vs. Ryder Myllart (170 lbs)

Javid Khan (170 lbs) vs. Gregorio Freyre (170 lbs)

Milton Pinotti (170 lbs) vs. Wyatt Ashur (170 lbs)

Naohiro Suzuki (170 lbs) vs. Riley Huxtable (170 lbs)

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 15 Full Fight Card

WW: Jungo Futagawa vs. Bradley Dixon

WW: Scott Gillespie vs. Evan Gardner

WW: Grant Kyle vs. Louis De La Torre

WW: Dale Burke vs. Ethan LeGrange

WW: Carmelo Rossi vs. Ruy Mendes da Rocha

WW: Eiji Masuko vs. Pirmin Zubriggen

WW: Slade Cregg vs. Linton Berry

WW: Domingo de Vivanco vs. Takakazu Mori

WW: Chikafusa Abukara vs. Matsudaira Satoh

WW: Steven Griffin vs. Thomas O'Cann

 

WW: Buzzy Tuttle vs. Paul Duffell

WW: Afonso Romero vs. Piotr Dabrowski

WW: Lucimar do Bonfiml vs. Hoburn Pallisades

WW: Heinz-Hermann Haussermann vs. Ryder Myllart

WW: Javid Khan vs. Gregorio Freyre

WW: Milton Pinotti vs. Wyatt Ashur

WW: Naohiro Suzuki vs. Riley Huxtable

[CageRage]

 

 

Saturday, Week 1, March 2002

Live From Brandon, Manitoba

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Naohiro Suzuki (4-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Underdog: +460) vs. Riley "R-Hux" Huxtable (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Jacksonville, Florida, Favorite: -580)

 

 

Round 1

Quote

 

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The preliminary fights start with Naohiro Suzuki battling Riley 'R-Hux' Huxtable.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Ian Rivers, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Suzuki lands a jab and then hits Huxtable with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Huxtable had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Suzuki lands a right hand and then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Suzuki lands a right hand and then lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Suzuki can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Huxtable chooses to shoot in on Suzuki.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Huxtable has the takedown and gets side control from it.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Huxtable fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Huxtable tries to ensnare Suzuki in an americana.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) The americana is fully applied, Suzuki has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 02:33) The winner, by submission, is Riley 'R-Hux' Huxtable!

 

 

Official Result: Riley 'R-Hux' Huxtable defeats Naohiro Suzuki (Submission (Americana) in 2:27 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Riley Huxtable name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Brad Wyman would be a tough challenge but one that he'd be interested in trying.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Milton Pinotti (4-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Underdog: +140) vs. "Wicked" Wyatt Ashur (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Brooklyn, New York, Favorite: -180)

 

 

Round 1

Quote

 

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Milton Pinotti taking on 'Wicked' Wyatt Ashur.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Pinotti doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Pinotti scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Ashur finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Pinotti misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) It looks like Pinotti has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Ashur hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Pinotti lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Ashur connects with a left hand. Pinotti hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Pinotti misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Ashur counters a right hand with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Pinotti misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Ashur to attack with a quick left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Ashur scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Pinotti hits a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Pinotti misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Ashur comes in with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Ashur feints an attack that leaves Pinotti slightly off balance.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Pinotti misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Ashur connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Pinotti hits a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Ashur misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Pinotti comes in with a quick left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Pinotti.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) We're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) For the first time, Pinotti is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Ashur feints, causing Pinotti to move to one side and leave himself wide open.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Ashur dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Pinotti is off-target with a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Ashur hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Ashur took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

Quote

 

(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Ashur lands a one-two. Pinotti lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Ashur hits a jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Pinotti hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Ashur is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) Ashur counters a right hand with a nice left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) The gash under the eye of Pinotti has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) Pinotti counters a right hand with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Pinotti misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Ashur steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Pinotti fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) A jab hits home from Ashur and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Pinotti clinches up, looking shattered.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Ashur tries to take Pinotti down.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Ashur doesn't get the takedown, Pinotti instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Pinotti tries to wrestle Ashur backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Pinotti achieves it, pinning Ashur to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Ashur is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Using tight body-to-body control, Pinotti is slowly wearing Ashur down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Breathing very hard, Pinotti is looking ragged.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Pinotti tries to throw an elbow, but Ashur seizes the chance to create some space and break free.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Pinotti.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Pinotti.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Pinotti misses with a big right hand, allowing Ashur to counter with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:41) Pinotti, who looks very tired, gets grabbed by Ashur.

(Rd 3 - 04:41) Pinotti attempts to wrestle Ashur to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 04:41) The takedown doesn't work, Ashur blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Wanting to take it to the ground, Ashur attempts to drag Pinotti down into his guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Pinotti defends against it well, and takes control of the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Clinched with Ashur, Pinotti looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) The takedown doesn't work, Ashur blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) Looking to take this fight to the ground, Ashur tries to pull Pinotti down into his guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) Pinotti gets pulled down and sucked into the guard position.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Ashur reaches up and tries to lock up an arm.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Pinotti defends it.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) Pinotti pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:53) Ashur drags Pinotti in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Pinotti lies on top of Ashur, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Pinotti throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Pinotti gets pulled in tight, stopping him from posturing up or launching any attacks.

(Rd 3 - 01:12) Pinotti fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) Ashur gets the double underhooks in and pulls Pinotti close, controlling him well.

(Rd 3 - 00:13) Pinotti tries to pound on Ashur, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Ashur just about edged it.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Ashur up 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:54) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 4 - 04:34) From the looks of things, I don't think Pinotti has much energy left.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) A jab hits home from Ashur and then he catches Pinotti with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Ashur comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Pinotti throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Ashur hits a left hand but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 4 - 04:02) Ashur is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Ashur attacks with strikes.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Pinotti hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Ashur lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) Moving forward constantly, Ashur is pressuring Pinotti.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) Pinotti manages a counter jab.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) Ashur can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:01) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:01) With control of the clinch, Pinotti tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 03:01) Pinotti doesn't get the takedown, Ashur instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 4 - 02:49) Wanting to take it to the ground, Ashur attempts to drag Pinotti down into his guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:49) Pinotti counters by brutally slamming him to the mat!

(Rd 4 - 02:36) Apparently unwilling to engage, Pinotti lets his opponent stand back up.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:14) Ashur comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:14) Pinotti, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:14) Ashur hits a left jab and then catches Pinotti with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:06) Ashur looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Ashur steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Pinotti manages a counter jab.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Ashur fools Pinotti with a feint.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Ashur can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Pinotti with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 01:48) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:48) Pinotti attempts to wrestle Ashur to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 01:48) Pinotti can't get Ashur down to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 01:34) Pinotti looks to sweep a leg out from under Ashur so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 4 - 01:34) The trip doesn't work, Ashur blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 4 - 01:18) Looking to take this fight to the ground, Ashur tries to pull Pinotti down into his guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:18) Pinotti gets pulled down and sucked into the guard position.

(Rd 4 - 01:03) Ashur attempts to grab an arm of Pinotti from the bottom of the guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:03) Pinotti doesn't let his arm get taken.

(Rd 4 - 00:39) Pinotti tries to pound on Ashur, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 4 - 00:24) Ashur grabs Pinotti and draws him in close, smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Ashur, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Pinotti is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Ashur connects with a left hand. Pinotti lands a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Pinotti looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Pinotti looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Ashur blocks the attempted trip and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Clinched with Pinotti, Ashur looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Ashur doesn't get it, Pinotti blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) Ashur attempts to wrestle Pinotti to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) Ashur can't get the takedown as Pinotti wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Pinotti looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Pinotti can't get Ashur down to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 03:45) Pinotti separates from Ashur and we're back to a stand-off.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Ashur seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 03:20) Ashur lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:00) Ashur can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Pinotti with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 02:50) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:50) Ashur doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 02:50) Pinotti uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) Ashur connects with a nice jab and then catches Pinotti with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 5 - 02:15) Ashur connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 01:48) Ashur hits a left jab and then catches Pinotti with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 01:23) Ashur can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Pinotti with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) It looked like we were about to see Pinotti try and get some grappling started, but Ashur was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) Ashur fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) A jab lands from Ashur, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) Ashur hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) Pinotti lands a one-two.

(Rd 5 - 00:12) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:12) Pinotti lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 00:12) Ashur finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Ashur took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 49-46 (Johnny Beerbohm), 50-46 (Stewart Morecambe) and 49-46 (Ian Rivers).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making 'Wicked' Wyatt Ashur the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'Wicked' Wyatt Ashur defeats Milton Pinotti (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Wyatt Ashur thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He praises Pinotti for a tough fight.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Javid Khan (6-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Sheffield, England, Favorite: -360) vs. Gregorio Freyre (11-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Underdog: +280)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Javid Khan against Gregorio Freyre.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Freyre looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Freyre comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Khan hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Freyre lands a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Freyre comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Khan hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Freyre uses a left jab but Khan avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Freyre comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Khan lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Freyre hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) A jab is wide from Freyre, but then he catches Khan with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Khan wobbles, but does not go down...he is hurt! He covers up, but Freyre is already advancing to try and finish!

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Freyre smashes Khan with a big right hand through the guard! Down he goes!

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Freyre senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Freyre pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Freyre pounds away with elbow strikes, but Khan calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Khan pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Freyre starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Freyre passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Khan starts scrambling.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Khan manages to come out on top, with Freyre pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) The clock runs down as Freyre is being smothered against the ground by Khan.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) Khan throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Khan tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Khan passes guard, but Freyre was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Khan manages to come out on top with side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Khan pounds away with elbows but is unable to land many clean shots.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Freyre, but only a 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Freyre steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Khan misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Freyre can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) For the first time, Freyre is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Freyre comes forward, walking down Khan.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Freyre is now in the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Freyre throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Khan misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Freyre hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) A jab hits home from Freyre and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) A few deep breaths betray that Freyre is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Khan scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Freyre scores with a jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Khan misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Freyre to attack with a quick left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Khan tries to cover up but is very clearly wobbling! The only reason he is still upright is that he's now slumped against the cage! Here comes Freyre, he knows that this is a chance to finish!

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Freyre goes under the guard and nails Khan with a right uppercut! What a shot!

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Referee William Yeats has no option but to leap in and stop the fight, Khan was slumped against the cage and just getting pounded on!

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Gregorio Freyre takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Gregorio Freyre defeats Javid Khan (TKO (Strikes) in 3:32 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gregorio Freyre thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Gregorio Freyre celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Heinz-Hermann Haussermann (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Bonn, Germany, Favorite: -580) vs. "Easy" Ryder Myllart (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Indianapolis, Indiana, Underdog: +460)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Heinz-Hermann Haussermann competing against 'Easy' Ryder Myllart.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Ian Rivers, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Myllart can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Haussermann with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Haussermann had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Myllart throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Myllart can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Haussermann gets hold of Myllart.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Haussermann attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Myllart on the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) He trips Myllart, sending him down!

(Rd 1 - 03:54) The takedown allows Haussermann to take the back of Myllart.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Myllart is in increasing trouble, as Haussermann gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Haussermann, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Haussermann has Myllart flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 02:38) The winner, by submission, is Heinz-Hermann Haussermann!

 

 

Official Result: Heinz-Hermann Haussermann defeats 'Easy' Ryder Myllart (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:22 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Heinz-Hermann Haussermann thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Asked who he'd like to fight next, he names Ats Kruglov and tells him that he "should be careful what you wish for" because now "you're in the firing line".

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Lucimar do Bonfiml (4-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Manaus, Brazil, Underdog: +260) vs. Hoburn "Puke" Pallisades (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Palm Bay, Florida, Favorite: -330)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Lucimar do Bonfiml fights Hoburn 'Puke' Pallisades.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:49) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Lucimar hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Pallisades hits a jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Lucimar finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Pallisades misses with a left jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Moving forward constantly, Lucimar is pressuring Pallisades.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Pallisades hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) A jab hits home from Lucimar and then he catches Pallisades with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Pallisades looked like he was going to shoot, but Lucimar simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Lucimar lands a jab and then catches Pallisades with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Lucimar comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Pallisades hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Lucimar hits a left jab and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Lucimar lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Lucimar comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Pallisades hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Lucimar lands a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Pallisades slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Lucimar comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Pallisades throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Lucimar connects with a nice jab and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Pallisades scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Lucimar finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Lucimar throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Pallisades.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Lucimar steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Lucimar steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Lucimar connects with a nice jab and then he hits Pallisades with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Lucimar lands a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Pallisades lands a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Lucimar is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) There's a takedown attempt from Pallisades.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Lucimar cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Pallisades looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Pallisades passes guard, but Lucimar was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Pallisades ends up pushing down on Lucimar who is facing him in turtle position.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Pallisades starts unloading with massive rights and Lucimar is getting pasted!

(Rd 2 - 03:23) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Hoburn Pallisades takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Hoburn 'Puke' Pallisades defeats Lucimar do Bonfiml (TKO (Strikes) in 1:49 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Hoburn Pallisades name-check all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Hoburn Pallisades says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Afonso Romero (9-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Underdog: +830) vs. Piotr Dabrowski (19-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Warsaw, Poland, Favorite: -1040)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Afonso Romero vs. Piotr Dabrowski.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Christian Maugham.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Moving forward constantly, Dabrowski is pressuring Romero.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Dabrowski is now in the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) A jab hits home from Dabrowski and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Dabrowski comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Romero throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Dabrowski can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Romero with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Romero lands a left jab, but Dabrowski evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) A punch from Romero fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) Dabrowski attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) Romero misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) A jab hits home from Dabrowski and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Dabrowski steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Romero throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Dabrowski hits a left jab and then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Dabrowski moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Romero into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Romero misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Dabrowski feints, causing Romero to move to one side and leave himself wide open.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) A jab hits home from Dabrowski and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Dabrowski moves in on Romero, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Dabrowski hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Dabrowski comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Romero gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Dabrowski looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Romero fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Dabrowski manages to come out on top, with Romero pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Dabrowski tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Romero can't fend off the effort, and can only stop Dabrowski at half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Dabrowski throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Romero tries to get full guard on Dabrowski but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Dabrowski fires off some rights, but Romero isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Dabrowski.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Dabrowski, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Dabrowski steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Dabrowski moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Romero.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Dabrowski uses a left jab but Romero evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Dabrowski can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Dabrowski chooses to shoot in on Romero.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) The takedown is completed, Romero is on his back and pulls half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) That's his second successful takedown from two attempts.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Dabrowski tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) He passes but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Romero scrambles to his feet, but Dabrowski immediately drives him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Showing his ability to control opponents, Dabrowski simply smothers Romero against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) With the cage trapping Romero, Dabrowski looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Romero cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Dabrowski attempts to americana Romero from side control.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Romero fights off the americana attempt.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Romero tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) Dabrowski tries to ensnare Romero in an armbar.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Romero has to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 00:52) The winner, by submission, is Piotr Dabrowski!

 

 

Official Result: Piotr Dabrowski defeats Afonso Romero (Submission (Armbar) in 4:08 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Piotr Dabrowski thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Buzzy Tuttle (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Brighton, England, Favorite: -380) vs. "The Surprise Package" Paul Duffell (22-15, 0-0 CTC, From: Swansea, Wales, Underdog: +300)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Buzzy Tuttle takes on 'The Surprise Package' Paul Duffell in the CTC Welterweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Duffell may have weighed in the same as Tuttle yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Tuttle misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Duffell to attack with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Duffell misses with a big right hand, allowing Tuttle to counter with a left jab and a glancing high kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Duffell doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Tuttle misses a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Duffell lands a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Tuttle scores with a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Tuttle slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Duffell misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Tuttle hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Duffell appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Tuttle slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Tuttle slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a glancing blow from a high kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Duffell misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Duffell misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Tuttle to attack with a jab and a right hook to the ribs that doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Tuttle took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Duffell.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Duffell misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Tuttle to attack with a quick left jab and a body kick that misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Duffell uses a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Tuttle comes in with two quick punches and then follows with a sharp low kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Tuttle hits a glancing high kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Duffell misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Duffell counters a right hand with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Duffell hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Tuttle finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) For the first time, Duffell is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Tuttle counters a right hand with a left hook to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Duffell misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Tuttle comes in with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Tuttle counters a right hand with a left jab and a head kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Duffell misses a right hook and gets countered with two jabs that are followed by a kick to the body that gets parried.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Duffell misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Tuttle comes in with a quick left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Duffell.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Tuttle, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Tuttle is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Duffell in between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Tuttle doesn't connect with a left jab and also fails on a leg kick attempt.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Duffell doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Tuttle is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Duffell misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Tuttle comes in with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) Tuttle sees a head kick coming and counters Duffell with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:03) Duffell is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Duffell misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Tuttle attacks with a nice left hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Duffell stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Duffell gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Tuttle uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) Tuttle is looking to muscle Duffell back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) Tuttle manages it and controls Duffell up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:51) Tuttle uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Duffell takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Duffell is trapped against the cage and Tuttle punishes him with a big elbow to the face.

(Rd 3 - 01:15) Tuttle hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 01:03) Duffell is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) Duffell is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:33) Duffell is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 00:13) Referee Kyle Crisp thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Tuttle finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Duffell misses with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Duffell is looking really tired.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Tuttle took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Duffell will be able to take the victory without a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:54) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 4 - 04:37) The two fighters engage. 

(Rd 4 - 04:37) Tuttle dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a quick kick.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) A few deep breaths betray that Tuttle is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Tuttle dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Using his wrestling skills, Tuttle is trying to push Duffell up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Duffell ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) Duffell is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 03:42) Tuttle smothers Duffell against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 03:24) Duffell gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 03:16) Duffell is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) Duffell uses his wrestling skills to prevent Tuttle from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Duffell is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 02:25) Tuttle is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:25) Duffell is trapped against the cage and Tuttle hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 4 - 01:10) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 01:10) Duffell misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Tuttle comes in with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) Tuttle is looking to muscle Duffell back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) Duffell ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:39) Tuttle hits a knee strike to the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 00:22) Tuttle uses dirty boxing to punish Duffell while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:11) Tuttle smothers Duffell against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Duffell looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Tuttle, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Duffell winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:51) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:51) Duffell misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Tuttle to attack with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 5 - 04:38) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:38) Tuttle tries to wrestle Duffell backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:38) Tuttle manages it and controls Duffell up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:23) Tuttle pins Duffell up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) From the looks of things, I don't think Tuttle has much energy left.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) Tuttle smothers Duffell against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 03:48) Duffell gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) Tuttle hits Duffell, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 03:17) Duffell takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 5 - 03:04) Tuttle hits Duffell, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:44) Duffell is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 02:32) Tuttle looks for a knee strike, but Duffell works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 5 - 02:09) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 5 - 01:44) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:44) Tuttle tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

(Rd 5 - 01:44) Duffell has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) Tuttle lands a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) Duffell hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) Duffell looks totally gassed.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Duffell hits a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Tuttle misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:32) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:32) Tuttle misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:32) Duffell doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Tuttle uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Duffell as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 00:02) Using his wrestling skills, Tuttle is trying to push Duffell up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:02) Duffell ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The gas tank looks empty on Tuttle.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Tuttle, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 50-45 (Ian Rivers), 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 49-46 (Edward Wilde).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Buzzy Tuttle the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Buzzy Tuttle defeats 'The Surprise Package' Paul Duffell (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Buzzy Tuttle thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

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CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Baby-Faced Assassin" Steven Griffin (17-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Brighton, England, Favorite: -1200) vs. Thomas O'Cann (5-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Dublin, Ireland, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is our first main fight of the night, in which 'The Baby-Faced Assassin' Steven Griffin battles Thomas O'Cann.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) O'Cann misses a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Griffin tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) O'Cann finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Griffin finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Griffin shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) The takedown is completed, O'Cann is on his back and pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Griffin tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Griffin gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Griffin attempts to armbar O'Cann from side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) O'Cann gets caught by the armbar, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 02:01) By submission, the winner is Steven Griffin!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Baby-Faced Assassin' Steven Griffin defeats Thomas O'Cann (Submission (Armbar) in 2:59 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Steven Griffin gives a name-check to everyone at Bulldog Gym, all his various sponsors, then all of 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.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

VS.

 

 

Chikafusa Abukara (20-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -180) vs. Matsudaira Satoh (10-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Underdog: +140)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Chikafusa Abukara battles Matsudaira Satoh.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Stewart Morecambe, Ian Rivers, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Satoh lands a left jab, but Abukara avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) Without taking too much damage, Abukara is able to clinch with Satoh.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Abukara looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Abukara uses a nice inside leg trip and Satoh is forced to pull guard!

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Abukara looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Satoh can't do anything about the pass, and is left under side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) Abukara begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) He mounts Satoh.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Abukara pounds away on Satoh, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Abukara unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Abukara pounds away, landing several clean blows on Satoh in the process.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Satoh tries to turn away from the blows but gets rolled and Abukara has his back!

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Abukara tries to put Satoh in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Satoh gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Chikafusa Abukara takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Chikafusa Abukara defeats Matsudaira Satoh (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:57 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Chikafusa Abukara praises his team at Dragon's Lair Gym, 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 he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Peruvian Scythe" Domingo de Vivanco (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Lima, Peru, Underdog: -110) vs. Takakazu Mori (11-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -130)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Peruvian Scythe' Domingo de Vivanco fights Takakazu Mori.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) de Vivanco moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Mori into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) de Vivanco moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Mori.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) de Vivanco hits two left jabs and then he hits Mori with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Moving forward constantly, de Vivanco is pressuring Mori.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Mori manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) de Vivanco connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) de Vivanco initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Mori lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) A successful feint leaves Mori vulnerable.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) de Vivanco lands a jab and then he catches Mori with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Circling warily, Mori is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) de Vivanco lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Mori hits a tentative left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) de Vivanco can't connect with a jab, but then hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Mori may have a broken nose from that shot, there is blood pouring down his face.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) A broken nose will certainly have a big impact upon his breathing.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Mori is knocked down!

(Rd 1 - 01:49) de Vivanco quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Mori!

(Rd 1 - 01:49) de Vivanco can't get there fast enough though, Mori is already back up.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) de Vivanco comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Mori scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) de Vivanco lands a jab and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) de Vivanco doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Mori was ready and manages to catch the kick!

(Rd 1 - 00:03) de Vivanco hops on one foot, trying to balance. Mori tries for a takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) With de Vivanco not going down, Mori settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a quality round and the fans are really getting into this.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to de Vivanco, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The corner go to work on Mori, whose eye has swollen shut as a result of the broken nose.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Moving forward constantly, de Vivanco is pressuring Mori.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) de Vivanco avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) de Vivanco lands a jab and then he hits a crunching straight right to the jaw!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) He's down! Mori falls to the floor!

(Rd 2 - 04:40) de Vivanco knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Mori, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 2 - 04:40) de Vivanco pounds away with rights, Mori is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face!

(Rd 2 - 04:40) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 04:25) The winner, by TKO; Domingo de Vivanco!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Peruvian Scythe' Domingo de Vivanco defeats Takakazu Mori (TKO (Strikes) in 0:35 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Domingo de Vivanco thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Slade Cregg (13-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Charlotte, North Carolina, Favorite: -930) vs. "Orange Crush" Linton Berry (10-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Louisville, Kentucky, Underdog: +740)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Slade Cregg squares off with 'Orange Crush' Linton Berry.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Reginald Wodehouse, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Two defensive jabs hit from Cregg, but neither had any power.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Berry throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) A jab is wide from Berry, but then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Cregg shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Cregg gets a single leg takedown! Berry pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Cregg tries to pound on Berry, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Cregg keeps Berry guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Cregg is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Cregg gets past, but Berry stops him at half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Cregg begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Berry can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Cregg gains side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Cregg attempts to move to mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) He can't get the mount as Berry rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Cregg attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Berry gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 00:40) By submission, the winner is Slade Cregg!

 

 

Official Result: Slade Cregg defeats 'Orange Crush' Linton Berry (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:20 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Slade Cregg name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Slade Cregg says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a victory.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Eiji Masuko (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kinki, Japan, Favorite: -1060) vs. Pirmin Zubriggen (14-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Zurich, Switzerland, Underdog: +840)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Eiji Masuko battling Pirmin Zubriggen.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Zubriggen can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Masuko with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:44) Without taking too much damage, Masuko is able to clinch with Zubriggen.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Masuko looks to take Zubriggen down by setting up a judo throw.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Zubriggen blocks the takedown, but only by grabbing the cage!

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Zubriggen gets given a verbal warning from the referee for that piece of cheating!

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Zubriggen is pressed up against the cage and held there.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Showing his ability to control opponents, Masuko simply smothers Zubriggen against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Christian Maugham restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Masuko counters a leg kick attempt with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Masuko is off-target with a jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Zubriggen has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) A jab is wide from Zubriggen, but then he catches Masuko with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Zubriggen throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Masuko seizes the chance and grabs Zubriggen into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Masuko looks to set up a judo throw.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) An excellent outside leg trip sees Zubriggen get thrown to the mat and Masuko has no problem getting side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Masuko tries to lock Zubriggen in an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Masuko gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Zubriggen has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 00:08) The winner, by submission; Eiji Masuko!

 

 

Official Result: Eiji Masuko defeats Pirmin Zubriggen (Submission (Armbar) in 4:52 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Eiji Masuko thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Eiji Masuko celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Carmelo Rossi (12-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Florence, Italy, Favorite: -210) vs. Ruy Mendes da Rocha (11-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Underdog: +160)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Carmelo Rossi competes against Ruy Mendes da Rocha.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) da Rocha shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Rossi has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) da Rocha begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) He passes to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) da Rocha looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) da Rocha gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) da Rocha punches down at Rossi, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) da Rocha throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) In side control, da Rocha catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) da Rocha throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) da Rocha starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) da Rocha takes the back instead, Rossi rolled over rather than get mounted.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) da Rocha attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Rossi fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Rossi tries to move da Rocha off his back but can't.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to da Rocha, but only a 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Rossi forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) da Rocha hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) A jab lands from Rossi but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) da Rocha lands a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Rossi lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) It looks like da Rocha has been cut above the eye.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Rossi comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) da Rocha hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Rossi lands a jab and then he hits da Rocha with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) da Rocha shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Rossi is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) The clock runs down as Rossi is being smothered against the ground by da Rocha.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) da Rocha attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) He passes to half guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) da Rocha throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) da Rocha throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) da Rocha begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) Rossi can't keep his opponent in half guard, and da Rocha gains side control.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) Rossi is really working hard on the ground to slow down da Rocha, he really had to work hard to get to side control.

(Rd 2 - 00:20) da Rocha pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Rossi.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) da Rocha fires away and Rossi is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to da Rocha, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's da Rocha up 20-18 on my scorecard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on da Rocha.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Rossi steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) da Rocha, looking very tentative, pokes out a pair of quick jabs; neither had any power on them.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) A punch from Rossi fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) da Rocha misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) Rossi scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 3 - 03:38) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:38) Rossi uses a left jab but misses a right hook. da Rocha misses a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:16) Rossi comes forward to attack.

(Rd 3 - 03:16) da Rocha hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 03:16) Rossi can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Rossi throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) Rossi lands a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) da Rocha lands a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:20) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:20) Rossi misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) da Rocha uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) Rossi scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 01:33) Rossi comes forward.

(Rd 3 - 01:33) da Rocha fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 01:33) Rossi connects with a nice jab and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) Rossi finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. da Rocha uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Rossi comes forward.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) da Rocha tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Rossi throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Rossi uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) da Rocha hits a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 00:16) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to da Rocha, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Rossi is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Rossi forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:54) da Rocha hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Rossi hits a left jab and then he hits da Rocha with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) da Rocha comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) da Rocha couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Rossi hops in place on the other.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) da Rocha can't get Rossi down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) With Rossi stuck against the cage, da Rocha tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) An outside leg trip sweeps Rossi down to the ground where he is left on his back under side control!

(Rd 4 - 03:57) da Rocha tries to ensnare Rossi in a kimura.

(Rd 4 - 03:57) Rossi blocks it.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) da Rocha tries to ensnare Rossi in an arm triangle.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) Rossi stops da Rocha from applying it.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) da Rocha tries to lock Rossi in a kimura.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Rossi doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.

(Rd 4 - 02:42) da Rocha begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 4 - 02:42) Rossi rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.

(Rd 4 - 02:01) da Rocha tries to put Rossi in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 4 - 02:01) Rossi defends himself well against the choke.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) da Rocha blocks Rossi as he tries to roll over.

(Rd 4 - 01:08) da Rocha tries to pound on Rossi, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) da Rocha blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 4 - 00:30) da Rocha attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 4 - 00:30) Rossi doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to da Rocha.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Rossi realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Rossi initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 5 - 04:50) da Rocha hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:50) A jab hits home from Rossi and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Rossi is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) da Rocha is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) Moving forward constantly, Rossi is pressuring da Rocha.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) da Rocha manages a counter jab.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) Rossi throws a one-two, but da Rocha was equal to it.

(Rd 5 - 03:08) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired da Rocha.

(Rd 5 - 03:08) The takedown is completed, Rossi is on his back and pulls half guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:08) da Rocha has now completed four takedowns.

(Rd 5 - 02:59) da Rocha looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:59) da Rocha is too skilled for Rossi, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) da Rocha is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) da Rocha takes the back instead, Rossi rolled over rather than get mounted.

(Rd 5 - 01:46) da Rocha tries to get both hooks in, but can't quite manage it.

(Rd 5 - 01:29) Rossi tries a roll, but doesn't budge da Rocha.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) da Rocha successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) da Rocha unloads with massive right hands and Rossi is getting destroyed!

(Rd 5 - 01:02) With Rossi taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 5 - 00:45) The winner, by TKO, is Ruy Mendes da Rocha!

 

 

Official Result: Ruy Mendes da Rocha defeats Carmelo Rossi (TKO (Strikes) in 4:15 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ruy Mendes da Rocha gives a name-check to everyone at Brazilian Estrela Academy, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Ruy Mendes da Rocha says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Dale "Rubber Man" Burke (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Hawaii, Favorite: -180) vs. Ethan LeGrange (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Quebec, Canada, Underdog: +140)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Dale 'Rubber Man' Burke goes up against Ethan LeGrange.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Ian Rivers, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) LeGrange confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Burke hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) LeGrange lands a right jab, but Burke evades a big left punch.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Burke shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) The takedown is completed, LeGrange is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Burke pounds away but LeGrange deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Burke pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) Burke fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Burke pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Burke pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on LeGrange.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Burke starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) He passes to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) LeGrange is really working hard on the ground to slow down Burke and make him work for everything.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Burke throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Looking to catch his breath, Burke is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Burke begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) He finds himself unable to get past the half guard on this attempt.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) LeGrange isn't trying anything from his back, all he is just trying to keep Burke mired in half guard as long as possible.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Burke attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) LeGrange can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Burke gains side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Burke pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Burke, 10-9 on my card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) LeGrange steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) LeGrange uses a right jab, but misses with a spin kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Burke shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) LeGrange gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Burke throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Burke attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Burke passes to half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:03) Burke begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:03) LeGrange keeps Burke in half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Burke attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) LeGrange can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Burke gains side control.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Working patiently, Burke tries to ensnare LeGrange in a D'Arce choke.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) The D'Arce choke is locked in, tight enough that LeGrange has to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Dale 'Rubber Man' Burke takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: Dale 'Rubber Man' Burke defeats Ethan LeGrange (Submission (D'Arce Choke) in 4:22 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Dale Burke thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he calls out Kichisaburo Morri, saying that "he can't beat me". This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Nugget" Grant Kyle (4-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Lands End, England, Underdog: +750) vs. Louis De La Torre (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Guadalajara, Mexico, Favorite: -950)

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Nugget' Grant Kyle fighting Louis De La Torre.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Christian Maugham.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Kyle misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a left hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Kyle counters a left hand with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Kyle misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. De La Torre comes in with a quick right jab and a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Kyle hits a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) De La Torre finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Kyle hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) De La Torre finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Kyle steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) De La Torre lands a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Kyle throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) De La Torre doesn't find the mark with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) Kyle tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) De La Torre slips past a right hook and counters with a quick right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Kyle doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) De La Torre misses a jab but hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) De La Torre slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a good left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) De La Torre lands a right jab but has a left hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Kyle lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Kyle misses with a big right hand, allowing De La Torre to counter with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen, hopefully things will pick up in the next one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of De La Torre.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite De La Torre is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Kyle misses with a big right hand, allowing De La Torre to counter with a good left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Kyle comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) De La Torre hits two right hands on the counter.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Kyle hits a left hand but De La Torre avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) Both fighters throw, both fighters fail to hit the target.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) De La Torre has a left hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) Kyle has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Kyle stalks forward, pressuring De La Torre.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) De La Torre manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Kyle uses a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) Kyle comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) De La Torre tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) Kyle throws a one-two, but De La Torre was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Kyle slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) De La Torre misses with a right jab and also has a left hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Kyle is off target with a left jab and also misses with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:23) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:23) De La Torre misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Kyle comes in with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) For the first time, Kyle is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) A feint is bought entirely by Kyle, leaving him wide open.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) De La Torre scores with a jab but misses with a left hand. Kyle is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) De La Torre is off target with a right jab and also doesn't connect with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) Kyle has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but De La Torre came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to De La Torre.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:49) De La Torre counters a right hand with a right jab and a good left hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) Kyle misses a right hook and gets countered with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) For the first time, De La Torre is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) De La Torre misses with a big left hand, allowing Kyle to counter with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) De La Torre doesn't connect with a right jab and also has a left hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Kyle has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) De La Torre appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Kyle took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Kyle throws a punch but De La Torre was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 03:17) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:17) De La Torre hits a right jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves. Kyle connects with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:53) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:53) De La Torre misses a jab and also doesn't connect with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:53) Kyle is off-target with a jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Kyle misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. De La Torre comes in with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:09) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 3 - 01:47) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:47) De La Torre has a left hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 01:47) Kyle can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Kyle comes forward.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Kyle avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) A one-two from Kyle fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Kyle misses a right hook and gets countered with a right jab and a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Looking very tired, Kyle isn't able to resist being pulled into a clinch by De La Torre.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) De La Torre tries to wrestle Kyle backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) De La Torre does it, Kyle is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Kyle is trapped against the cage and De La Torre hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 3 - 00:10) Kyle is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to De La Torre, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Kyle, he's running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Kyle appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) A little fatigue may be creeping in, De La Torre is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) De La Torre lands a one-two.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) Kyle hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:42) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:42) Using his wrestling skills, De La Torre is trying to push Kyle up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:42) Kyle ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) Kyle is controlled up against the cage and takes a few left hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 03:12) De La Torre smothers Kyle against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Kyle is trapped against the cage and De La Torre punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 02:47) De La Torre drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) De La Torre smothers Kyle against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) Kyle is trapped against the cage and De La Torre hits him with a short right uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:13) Kyle is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 02:13) Kyle is controlled up against the cage and takes a few left hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) De La Torre looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:47) Kyle comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 4 - 01:47) De La Torre lands a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 01:47) Kyle throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 4 - 01:18) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) De La Torre slips past a right hook and counters with a quick right jab and a left cross that just misses.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) De La Torre uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Kyle as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 00:13) De La Torre is trying to push Kyle so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:13) He does so and now has Kyle pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to De La Torre.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Kyle is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Kyle throws a two-punch combo but De La Torre avoids both.

(Rd 5 - 04:41) De La Torre is able to grab Kyle.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) De La Torre looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) The takedown is completed, Kyle is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:14) The clock runs down as Kyle is being smothered against the ground by De La Torre.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Kyle is controlled against the ground, unable to shift De La Torre off of him.

(Rd 5 - 03:13) De La Torre looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 5 - 03:13) De La Torre passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Kyle starts scrambling.

(Rd 5 - 02:59) De La Torre manages to come out on top, with Kyle pulling guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) De La Torre fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 5 - 02:21) Kyle tries to smother De La Torre by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 5 - 02:14) De La Torre lies on top of Kyle, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 01:47) De La Torre smothers Kyle with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 01:26) Kyle is controlled against the ground, unable to shift De La Torre off of him.

(Rd 5 - 00:50) De La Torre attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 5 - 00:50) He can't find a way past the guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) De La Torre looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of De La Torre.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 49-46 (Edward Wilde), 50-45 (Johnny Beerbohm) and 49-46 (Stewart Morecambe).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Louis De La Torre!

 

 

Official Result: Louis De La Torre defeats 'The Nugget' Grant Kyle (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Louis De La Torre thanks everyone connected to Camp Ortega for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Louis De La Torre celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. This was a charismatic performance from a very good talker.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Glasgow's Finest" Scott Gillespie (5-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Glasgow, Scotland, Underdog: +950) vs. Evan "G-Man" Gardner (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Favorite: -1200)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'Glasgow's Finest' Scott Gillespie goes up against Evan 'G-Man' Gardner in the CTC Welterweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Christian Maugham will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Gillespie dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Gillespie uses a left jab but is well off target with a head kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Gardner finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) There's a takedown attempt from Gardner.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Gillespie cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Gardner attempts the mount.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Gardner takes the back instead, Gillespie rolled over rather than get mounted.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Gillespie prevents Gardner from getting his hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Gillespie tries to get Gardner off of his back.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Gardner loses the back, but scrambles back to his feet to face Gillespie.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:09) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) Gardner shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) Gardner has the takedown! Gillespie pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) That's his second successful takedown from two attempts.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Gardner tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Gardner fires away with punches, but Gillespie deals with them fairly well.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Gardner pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Gardner, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Gardner to go on and win this fight now that the first round has gone his way.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's hard to see a scenario where Gillespie can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Gillespie uses a left jab but misses a right hook. Gardner lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Gardner slips past a right hook and counters with a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Gillespie confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Gillespie throws a two-punch combo but Gardner avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Gardner slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Gardner shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Gardner has the takedown! Gillespie pulls half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) Gardner begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) Gillespie can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Gardner gains side control.

(Rd 2 - 02:35) Gardner tries to lock Gillespie into an arm triangle.

(Rd 2 - 02:35) Gillespie defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Gardner looks to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Gardner takes the back instead, Gillespie rolled over rather than get mounted.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Gardner tries to put Gillespie in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Gillespie fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Gardner blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 2 - 00:27) Gardner attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 2 - 00:27) Gillespie stops Gardner from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Gillespie attempts to turn over.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Gillespie turns Gardner over and escapes his grip, and they both scramble back to their feet.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Gardner, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Gardner up 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:55) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Gardner dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a good right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) Gardner chooses to shoot in on Gillespie.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) The takedown is completed, Gardner gets side control from it.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Gardner throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Gardner tries to lock Gillespie in an americana.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Gillespie stops Gardner from applying it.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Gardner attempts an arm triangle.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Gillespie blocks it.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Gardner starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) He can't get the mount.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) In side control, Gardner begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Gillespie rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Gillespie prevents Gardner from getting his hooks in.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Gillespie tries a roll, but doesn't budge Gardner.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Gardner pounds away, landing several clean blows on Gillespie in the process.

(Rd 3 - 00:41) Gardner pounds away and Gillespie is having serious difficulty surviving them!

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Gardner attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Gillespie fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Gardner.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Gillespie is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Gillespie looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Gillespie throws a one-two, but Gardner was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) Gardner comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) Gillespie cannot stop the takedown and only catches Gardner in half guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Gardner looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) Gardner tries to lock Gillespie in a kimura.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) A kimura is fully applied, Gillespie is in huge trouble!

(Rd 4 - 03:44) No! Gillespie manages to get his arm free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) Despite that, Gillespie remains under side control.

(Rd 4 - 03:06) Gardner attempts an arm triangle.

(Rd 4 - 03:06) Gillespie defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 4 - 02:33) Gardner fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 4 - 02:12) In side control, Gardner begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 4 - 02:12) Gillespie rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.

(Rd 4 - 01:48) Gardner tries to increase his control by getting both hooks in, but Gillespie blocks it.

(Rd 4 - 01:25) Gillespie attempts to turn over.

(Rd 4 - 01:25) Gillespie turns Gardner over and escapes his grip, and they both scramble back to their feet.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Gillespie is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Taking a few gulps of breath, Gardner is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) Gillespie misses with a big right hand, allowing Gardner to counter with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 4 - 00:39) There's a takedown attempt from Gardner.

(Rd 4 - 00:39) A big double leg takedown is completed, Gardner was far too fast and powerful for Gillespie to resist!

(Rd 4 - 00:39) The takedown leaves Gillespie seated with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:31) Gardner pounds away on Gillespie, landing several good shots in the process.

(Rd 4 - 00:13) Gardner fires away with punches, but Gillespie deals with them fairly well.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Gardner.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Gillespie is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:50) There's a takedown attempt from Gardner.

(Rd 5 - 04:50) The takedown is successful, Gillespie pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) Gardner fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) Gardner tries to pound on Gillespie, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 5 - 04:11) Gardner attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:11) Advancing his position, he passes to half guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:11) Gillespie made it as hard as possible and is really concentrating on trying to slow Gardner down.

(Rd 5 - 03:30) Gardner attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:30) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 5 - 03:30) Everything Gillespie is doing off his back is about slowing down and frustrating Gardner, which is probably the best he can hope for.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) Gardner begins trying to get himself into a mount.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) Gillespie tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back.

(Rd 5 - 02:04) Gardner attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 5 - 02:04) Gillespie doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 5 - 01:26) Gardner blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Gardner tries to put Gillespie in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Gillespie stops Gardner from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 5 - 00:29) Gardner blocks Gillespie as he tries to roll over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Gardner, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have given 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Evan 'G-Man' Gardner is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Evan 'G-Man' Gardner defeats 'Glasgow's Finest' Scott Gillespie (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Evan Gardner name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Visibly delighted, Evan Gardner celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Spirit of Ancients" Jungo Futagawa (18-13, 0-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Underdog: +120) vs. Bradley "The Hunter" Dixon (20-14, 0-0 CTC, From: Norfolk County, Ontario, Favorite: -160)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Spirit Of Ancients' Jungo Futagawa takes on Bradley 'The Hunter' Dixon in the CTC Welterweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Edward Wilde, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 170lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Dixon is much bigger.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Futagawa comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Futagawa moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Dixon.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Futagawa throws a one-two, but Dixon was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Moving forward constantly, Futagawa is pressuring Dixon.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Futagawa moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) A jab is wide from Futagawa, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Dixon might be in real trouble here, he is backing off but looks really unsteady on his feet!

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Futagawa smashes Dixon with a vicious right head kick! He's knocked out!

(Rd 1 - 04:07) By knock out, the winner is Jungo Futagawa!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Spirit Of Ancients' Jungo Futagawa defeats Bradley 'The Hunter' Dixon (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:53 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jungo Futagawa gives a name-check to everyone at Way of the Crane's Beak, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Jungo Futagawa celebrates winning his debut fight for the CTC.

 

 

Attendance: 172

Gate Reciepts: $13,622

Sponsorship: $26,369

Ad Revenue: $182,507

PPV Revenue: $16,224

Merchandise: $3,520

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $115,120)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Jungo Futagawa            $13,960      Bradley Dixon            $1,690       KotN: Futagawa: $5,000
                                                                             Perf: Futagawa: $5,000
Evan Gardner              $3,060       Scott Gillespie          $1,820
Louis De La Torre         $3,060       Grant Kyle               $1,690
Dale Burke                $12,160      Ethan LeGrange           $1,950       SotN: Burke: $5,000
                                                                             Perf: Burke: $5,000
Ruy Mendes da Rocha       $2,340       Carmelo Rossi            $2,860
Eiji Masuko               $4,860       Pirmin Zubriggen         $1,690
Slade Cregg               $2,520       Linton Berry             $1,690
Domingo de Vivanco        $14,140      Takakazu Mori            $11,690      FotN: Both: $10,000
Chikafusa Abukara         $3,960       Matsudaira Satoh         $1,820
Steven Griffin            $3,960       Thomas O'Cann            $1,300
Buzzy Tuttle              $1,950       Paul Duffell             $1,400
Piotr Dabrowski           $2,100       Afonso Romero            $1,300
Hoburn Pallisades         $1,650       Lucimar do Bonfiml       $1,100
Heinz-Hermann Haussermann $2,250       Ryder Myllart            $1,300
Gregorio Freyre           $1,950       Javid Khan               $1,300
Wyatt Ashur               $1,950       Milton Pinotti           $1,400
Riley Huxtable            $1,950       Naohiro Suzuki           $1,300

 

 

Drug Testing: $19,142

Production: $91,754

 

Profit: $16,226

 

Critical Rating: 76%

Commercial Rating: 38%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -2.0%             61.0% (Mid Level Regional)
USA                 -2.4%             64.3% (Mid Level Regional)
UK                  -1.2%             72.4% (High Level Regional)
Europe              -0.1%             36.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           -1.4%             61.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +0.1%             48.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                -0.5%             37.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              -0.1%             35.9% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              -0.2%             28.4% (Low Level Regional)
South America       -0.8%             42.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +1.6%             17.3% (Low Level Regional)
Africa              +0.7%             8.6% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- Drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 11, and all fighters tested clean.

- Drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 12, and all fighters tested clean.

- OzCast has lodged a complaint about the lack of star power in the main event.

- CTC Super Heavyweight competitor Sherman Shields has joined Strike Force to train for his next fight. He hopes joining the team will improve his striking game.

- CTC Bantamweight competitor Riveron Potter-Pirbright is visiting Shark Tank to train for his next fight. He is looking for fresh training methods, and hopes to improve his wrestling skills.

- The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Scott Gillespie, Grant Kyle, Carmelo Rossi, Pirmin Zubriggen, Linton Berry, Takakazu Mori, Matsudaira Satoh, Thomas O'Cann, Paul Duffell, Afonso Romero, Lucimar do Bonfiml, Ryder Myllart, Javid Khan, Milton Pinotti, and Naohiro Suzuki.

- The services of Bradley Dixon, and Ethan LeGrange have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules.

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

None

 

Confirmed Matches For CTC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND (Round of 128)

Noach Van Der Capellen vs. Phil Ball

Mikey Wallace vs. Walter May

Yeijiro Yamamoto vs. Jonathan Huang

Callum Henson vs. Juan de Castro

Syed Tan vs. Garth Neill

Origenes Salgado vs. Malloy Mahoney

David Webb vs. Joe Hinchcliffe

Felix Mattherson Jr. vs. Christijan Van Belkum

Chew Chua vs. Tristao Bosi

Dominykas Jankovic vs. Filip Hristov

Bakin Sakamoto vs. Rich Robinson

Keita Oshima vs. Konstantinos Chorophas

Ikku Funaki vs. Lev Safanov

Evan Pizzarro vs. Ragnar Gunnlaugsson

Vikram Sithalayan vs. Ronaldo Roncatto

Dana Delaney vs. Bruno Epps

Ichisake Miyagi vs. Michihiro Kodera

Jayden Karp vs. Pavel Radulov

Will Kane vs. Teco

Delroy Rhodes vs. Rodolfo de Souza

Jens Halle vs. Willem Van Ommen

Alec Owlett vs. Valdo Calamari

Mills Mullally vs. Tekkan Okubo

Bussho Maruyama vs. Jerome Atkins

Alberto Basora vs. Kensuke Tanaka

Martin Cupples vs. Ern Fathoui

Nathan Chambers vs. Danny Rowan

Konosuke Shirahata vs Gus Fitzpatrick

Darin Blood vs. Randy Carsley

Hamilton Fonseca Junior vs. Maxime Giresse

Josh Aldarisio vs. Marcus Rimmer

Brad Wyman vs. Joshua Ziegler

Julio Regueiro vs. Mily Golovanov

Roger Quince vs. Robert Darrell

David Allen vs. Bernhard Moltmann

Lloyd McAllister vs. Mauricio de Terreros

Templeton Crumb vs. Craig Hulme

Kichisaburo Morri vs. Marko Prochazka

Fukusaburo Hirano vs. Agustin Gonzalez

Cooper Richardson vs. Kush Singh

Gabriel Gallego vs. Christopher Earle

Iain Fussell vs. Ats Kruglov

Simon Vine vs. Gideon Navarro

Tyler Lass vs. Eli Harris

Bobby Brubaker vs. Guy Moss

Evgeni Medtner vs. Christakis Boutzikos

Kenneth Toadspew vs. Ryan Beeker

Diego Arteta vs. Bokkai Iida

Manuel Silva vs. Houston George

Stian Agdestein vs. Bret Clement

Kafu Bunya vs. Fisher Kaye

Lucas vs. Thomaz de Miranda

Rufus Stephens vs. Jungo Futagawa

Domingo de Vivanco vs. Evan Gardner

Claudio Palacios vs. Riley Huxtable

Eiji Masuko vs. Louis De La Torre

Xie Ming vs. Dale Burke

Ruy Mendes da Rocha vs. Buzzy Tuttle

Jack Humphreys vs. Wyatt Ashur

Chojiro Goto vs. Gregorio Freyre

Yevgeni Sipatov vs. Slade Cregg

Steven Griffin vs. Heinz-Hermann Haussermann

Alan Kendall vs. Hoburn Pallisades

Chikafusa Abukara vs. Piotr Dabrowski

[CageRage]

 

 

Friday, Week 2, March 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Spartan" Davis Spyrou (20-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #57, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Fierce" Pierce Jeeler (6-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #200, Underdog: +950)

Davis Spyrou is a dangerous striker, a difficult opponent to fight against due to his excellent movement and precise kicks, as well as his great cardio that allows him to keep attacking even after long hard-fought battles. He is a two time BCF Middleweight Champion, and has been either champion or challenger for most of the promotion's existence, although he recently hit a 1-3 skid, and is coming off a Split Decision loss to Henning Olsen in his last fight. Pierce Jeeler is a bland kick boxer from England. He is very one-dimensional, having virtually no ground game whatsoever, and so is only really a threat to other one-dimensional strikers who don't have the tools to do anything but engage with him. Best known of his four years with BCF, where he started with back to back wins, but then went 0-3 in his next three fights and was cut. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Snuffy Fontana in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Luka Hajek vs. Esteban vega in the Second Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Soldier of Fortune" Thomas Smith (15-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #49, Favorite: -890) vs. Katsunosuki Nakata (8-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #208, Underdog: +710)

Thomas Smith is a decent Middleweight, whose brand of wrestling mixed with submissions is a potent combination which is only aided by his mental strength and great conditioning. He has been with GAMMA a while, even earning a title shot in 1997, but his form has been poor lately, and he's fallen down the pecking order. He has lost 2 straight fights, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Dwayne Alleyne in his last fight. Katsunosuki Nakata is a competent pro, who has fairly heavy hands with which to threaten opponents who take him too lightly and always comes to fights with great condition, but ultimately he is way too one-dimensional to really garner much in the way of success. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Heath Kaladaris vs. Keitaro Mankino in the Second Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ethan "The Terror" Sutton (9-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #89, Favorite: -300) vs. Wederson de Oliveira (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #168, Underdog: +230)

Ethan Sutton is a Canadian Middleweight who looks to have a bright future in MMA. Primarily a wrestler with excellent takedowns, Sutton also has some solid boxing skills at his disposal, although the lack of knock out power in his hands means that he is unlikely to get too many knock outs that way. He was signed by GAMMA in 2001, but unfortunately his GAMMA debut saw his first pro loss, a Unanimous Decision loss to Vivinho. Wederson de Oliveira is a BJJ fighter from Brazil. Good off his back, and extremely dangerous when it comes to slapping on armbars at a moments notice, his only problem is that his striking is mediocre at best and so opponents know exactly what to expect from him. The winner of this fight will face #40 Stuart Strange in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Dynamite" Ollie Castle (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Favorite: -630) vs. Todd "The Bruiser" D'Abruzzo (9-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #192, Underdog: +500)

Ollie Castle is a youngster from London, who is looking to make an impact in MMA. Having trained in boxing since a young age, Castle has fast hands and great technique, as well as the raw power that earned him the nickname "Dynamite". He debuted for BCF in April 2001, and made an instant splash, knocking out Wayne McKellen out cold with a single vicious upper cut, and won a Unanimous Decision over Andrew Rush in his last fight. Todd D'Abruzzo is a big puncher, a hard-hitting Canadian Middleweight. His stand-up is fairly good and he has the power to do serious damage, but he is let down by how limited he is in other aspects of MMA. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Casim Yenkini vs. Nick Detroit in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Filthy" Luka Hajek (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #72, Underdog: +510) vs. "The Flying V" Esteban Vega (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #185, Favorite: -650)

Luka Hajek possesses very good hands, and is a potent force as long as the fight is standing, able to confuse and confound opponents with his crisp technique and blinding speed. After going 5-0 on the local circuit, Hajek signed for SIGMA in early 2000, where he has gone on to become known for being in exciting fights. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Casim Yenkini in his last fight. Esteban Vega is an extremely promising young talent from Mexico, who looks to have all the tools to be a major contender. His boxing is excellent, he has a strong wrestling background, and he has developed great defence off his back. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Davis Spyrou vs. Pierce Jeeler in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Super Eagle" Casim Yenkini (12-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Favorite: -450) vs. Nick "Streets" Detroit (11-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #193, Underdog: +350)

Casim Yenkini is a gifted athlete who is making a name for himself in MMA via his wrestling ability and general toughness. He probably lacks the skill to ever be a major player, but he's certainly a solid competitor. He has been working for SIGMA almost since the promotion started, but his frustrating inconsistency has stopped him rising up the ranks. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Luka Hajek in his last fight. Nick Detroit is a kick boxer whose quality striking has helped establish him as one of the best free agent fighters in America. He is noted for his great conditioning and will often simply outwork opponents in the later rounds. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ollie Castle vs. Todd D'Abruzzo in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Total Package" Heath Kaladaris (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #80, Favorite: -1200) vs. Keitaro Makino (7-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #177, Underdog: +950)

Heath Kaladaris is an Australian of Greek descent, who looks set to be a big player in MMA. Originally a kick boxer, he has cross-trained in a variety of martial arts in order to provide himself with a solid ground game too. After impressing on the local circuit, BCF hired him to their Middleweight Division in 2000. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Robin Catskill in his last fight. Keitaro Mankino is a Japanese kick boxer, a decidedly average striker who doesn't have much else in his MMA toolbox. As a result, he's in great danger if an opponent can get hold of him in a clinch or put him on his back. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Thomas Smith vs. Katsunosuki Nakata in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ginger Beaumont (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #56, Favorite: -550) vs. "Mr. Fantastic" Ed Burridge (8-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #201, Underdog: +390)

Ginger Beaumont is a hard-hitter from Glasgow, and is a big fan of using ground and pound tactics to destroy opponents, using his power and speedy double-leg takedowns to get the opponent in position. He could do with working on his striking technique, but his raw power still makes him hard to stand with even if he is a bit sloppy. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Ram Phookan in his last fight. Ed Burridge came to the sport with decent wrestling credentials, but since then has begun cross-training to improve his overall MMA game. He's definately a work in progress, but has the potential to be quite good in the future if he continues to improve. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Tore Herlovsen vs. Drew Jenks in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Ice Man" Tore Herlovesen (7-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #73, Underdog: +300) vs. "The Human Takedown Machine" Drew Jenks (10-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #184, Favorite: -380)

Tore Herlovsen is a student of Thai Boxing, who is a quality striker from Norway. More than a handful when it comes to a stand-up battle, Herlovsen's one-dimensional nature is unfortunately his biggest weakness, as anybody that can find a way to avoid trading punches with him has him at a huge disadvantage. He is a regular at SIGMA where he regularly beats anyone ranked lower than him, while losing to anyone ranked higher. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Osi Lewis in his last fight. Drew Jenks is a former amateur wrestler, who is all about getting in close, taking down the opponent, and working him over on the ground. However, due to his lack of a stand-up game, he will always struggle badly against opponents who have answers to his takedown attempts. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ginger Beaumont vs. Ed Burridge in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Nate Dawes (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #105, Favorite: -790) vs. Susumu Katoh (18-13, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #152, Underdog: +630)

Nate Dawes is a powerful and explosive wrestler, who learned his trade at college level and was considered one of the best grapplers in the US at one point. Now fighting in MMA, his raw athleticism is hard to counter, as is the fact that he backs up his wrestling ability with huge power in his fists. Susumu Katoh is a veteran, a low-level professional wrestler before making the move to MMA. He has decent takedowns, and can smother opponents if given a chance, but the rest of his game is pretty awful. The winner of this fight will face #24 JJ Reid in the Second Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Alceu de Castro (23-16, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #104, Underdog: +140) vs. "Progression" Jason Pilgrim (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #153, Favorite: -180)

Alceu de Castro is a veteran striker from Brazil, who used to have the speed and power to be a real handful but age and injury have robbed him of both. He is now very much a low-level talent scratching out a living on the regional scene. Jason Pilgrim is a fairly standard wrestler from Canada. Unsteady in his stand-up, he much prefers getting in close and wearing down his opponent from the clinch. The winner of this fight will face #25 Mario de Souza in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Saemon Endo (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #96, Underdog: +100) vs. Marcelo "The Puma" Alberto (26-17, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #161, Favorite: -130)

Saemon Endo is a tall Muay Thai fighter from Japan, who has no issues with standing and banging it out with opponents, but his lack of grappling or ground skills is a major weakness when you're meant to be a mixed martial artist. Marcelo Oberto is a fairly unexeptional fighter, primarily relaxing on his natural toughness and a pair of heavy hands. His lack of finesse means that he isn't too much of a danger for most competent opponents, and he is always vulnerable to submissions. The winner of this fight will face #33 Kadonomaro Deguchi in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Minuteman" Carson Neuwirth (16-13, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #120, Underdog: +470) vs. Jackson Goode (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #137, Favorite: -590)

Carson Neuwirth is a former amateur boxer. He likes to do his talking with his fists, which explains his day job as a puppeteer. He is extremely limited in the rest of his MMA game and the sport really passed him by a long time ago, nowadays he's just looking for a payday. Jackson Goode is a Greco-Roman wrestler whose whole gameplan revolves around getting up close and shutting down his opponents with tight grappling. His lack of striking weapons is a potential issue in the long term, and will certainly need to be addressed should he ever hope to have an impact beyond the regional scene. The winner of this fight will face #9 Heiji Endo in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Akihiro Jippensha (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #112, Underdog: +180) vs. "The Japanese Cowboy" Ukyo Narita (19-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #145, Favorite: -230)

Akihiro Jippensha is your standard kick boxer who turned mixed martial artist, who brings a solid striking game into fights, but little else. He is especially bad on the ground, where anyone with half decent Jiu-Jitsu can tap him without a problem. Ukyo Narita is a tough fighter with a lot of heart, who is noted for his great chin and willingness to stand and bang. Unfortunately, gaping holes in his grappling and ground games leave him wide open to attacks in those areas and means that tactically astute fighters have a big advantage over him. The winner of this fight will face #17 Jaromir Grygera in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Thunder Foot" Bixente Fontaine (9-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #128, Underdog: +230) vs. Chesney Brightman (5-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #129, Favorite: -290)

Bixente Fontaine is a French kick boxer, who is a fairly average striker whose career has been plagued by inconsistency. He is best known for his eight fights in the SIGMA Middleweight division between 1998 and 2001, where he went just 2-6 before being cut. He is coming off a 24 second knock out loss to Mogens Leerback in his last fight. Chesney Brightman is the definition of "bog standard MMA wrestler". He can wrestle at a decent level, but he's not going to be out-striking or tapping anyone of note. The winner of this fight will face #1 Matthew Dean in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Leandro Bastos (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #121, Favorite: -360) vs. Thiago Azevedo (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #136, Underdog: +280)

Leandro Bastos is a versatile fighter, who is competent at both boxing and grappling, and even has some Jiu-Jitsu in his arsenal if things get really rough. He's probably never going to be a major player, but he has the skills to make life difficult for a lot of other fighters. Thiago Azevedo is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu specialist, who is at his best when he can engage his foes in a grappling contest, take them down, and work his submission skills. His stand-up is less assured, but he does possess enough raw power in his hands to make sure that he cannot be underestimated. The winner of this fight will face #8 Adam White in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Osi Lewis (5-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #81, Favorite: -180) vs. Eric "Big D" Dartmouth (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #176, Underdog: +140)

Osi Lewis is a rising star at 185 lbs, a dynamic kick boxer who is known for his great movement and lightning fast strikes. Having impressed on the British local circuit, Lewis was brought in by SIGMA to help try and revive their moribund Middleweight division, his debut saw him take his first ever pro defeat, losing a Unanimous Decision to Tore Herlovsen. Eric Dartmouth is a kick boxer from Florida, who has fairly average striking ability for MMA. He has a pronounced weakness on the ground, especially to submissions. Dartmouth started his career fighting at Light Heavyweight, but after finding that a struggle, dropped down to his more natural home of Middleweight. The winner of this fight will face #48 Atsutane Akera in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The King of Memphis" Wesley Sneep (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #113, Favorite: -720) vs. "Punk Nasty" Liam Spurling (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #144, Underdog: +570)

Wesley Sneep is a wrestler who loves to grind out victories from top position. He has good takedowns to help him get it there, and also has decent boxing at his disposal too. Continually improving, Sneep is one for the future. Liam Spurling is a submission wrestler who is a student of the old school art of "hooking", and can be a real handful because he's such an awkward fighter to face. Very dangerous on the ground, particularly if he can get top control, he is particularly noted for deadly armbars. The winner of this fight will face #16 Zaco in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "No Surrender" Glenn Pimm (35-13, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #97, Favorite: -940) vs. Henry Farrell (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #160, Underdog: +750)

Glenn Pimm is a rugged veteran, who has more than 40 fights on small shows across the US to his name and has used his wrestling ability to win well over thirty professional fights. A great test for any young fighter, a win over Pimm is always impressive. Henry Farrell comes from a kick boxing background originally, and relies heavily on his striking as he has no wrestling or ground game to speak of. He has the power to really hurt opponents if he can land a clean shot and so can never be taken lightly. The winner of this fight will face #32 Leonardo da Costa in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Robin Catskill (2-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #88, Underdog: -130) vs. "The Auckland Express" Jemaine McKenzie (9-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #169, Favorite: -150)

Robin Catskill is a tough Scot, a hard-hitting brawler who likes to get in close and clinch with opponents before beating them up with dirty boxing and slicing elbows. It's an awkward, difficult to defend against style which won't win many Fight of the Night honours, but will probably lead him to more than a few victories. He has made a poor start to his BCF career, losing both fights, and is coming off a second round submission loss to Heath Kaladaris in his last fight. Jemaine McKenzie is a decent boxer from New Zealand, who has shown promise during his early career but really needs to improve his all-around game if he is to be truly successful. The winner of this fight will face #41 Marinho Gomes in the Second Round.

 

Weigh-In Results

Davis Spyrou (185 lbs) vs. Pierce Jeeler (185 lbs)

Thomas Smith (185 lbs) vs. Katsunosuki Nakata (185 lbs)

Ethan Sutton (185 lbs) vs. Wederson de Oliveira (185 lbs)

Ollie Castle (185 lbs) vs. Todd D'Abruzzo (185 lbs)

Luka Hajek (185 lbs) vs. Esteban Vega (185 lbs)

Casim Yenkini (185 lbs) vs. Nick Detroit (185 lbs)

Heath Kaladaris (185 lbs) vs. Keitaro Mankino (185 lbs)

Ginger Beaumont (185 lbs) vs. Ed Burridge (185 lbs)

Tore Herlovsen (185 lbs) vs. Drew Jenks (185 lbs)

Nate Dawes (185 lbs) vs. Susumu Katoh (185 lbs)

Alceu de Castro (185 lbs) vs. Jason Pilgrim (185 lbs)

Saemon Endo (185 lbs) vs. Marcelo Oberto (185 lbs)

Carson Neuwirth (185 lbs) vs. Jackson Goode (185 lbs)

Akihiro Jippensha (185 lbs) vs. Ukyo Narita (185 lbs)

Bixente Fontaine (185 lbs) vs. Chesney Brightman (185 lbs)

Leandro Bastos (185 lbs) vs. Thiago Azevedo (185 lbs)

Osi Lewis (185 lbs) vs. Eric Dartmouth (185 lbs)

Wesley Sneep (185 lbs) vs. Liam Spurling (185 lbs)

Glenn Pimm (185 lbs) vs. Henry Farrell (185 lbs)

Robin Catskill (185 lbs) vs. Jemaine McKenzie (185 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 16 Full Fight Card

MW: Davis Spyrou vs. Pierce Jeeler

MW: Thomas Smith vs. Katsunosuki Nakata

MW: Ethan Sutton vs. Wederson de Oliveira

MW: Ollie Castle vs. Todd D'Abruzzo

MW: Luka Hajek vs. Esteban Vega

MW: Casim Yenkini vs. Nick Detroit

MW: Heath Kaladaris vs. Keitaro Mankino

MW: Ginger Beaumont vs. Ed Burridge

MW: Tore Herlovsen vs. Drew Jenks

MW: Nate Dawes vs. Susumu Katoh

 

MW: Alceu de Castro vs. Jason Pilgrim

MW: Saemon Endo vs. Marcelo Oberto

MW: Carson Neuwirth vs. Jackson Goode

MW: Akihiro Jippensha vs. Ukyo Narita

MW: Bixente Fontaine vs. Chesney Brightman

MW: Leandro Bastos vs. Thiago Azevedo

MW: Osi Lewis vs. Eric Dartmouth

MW: Wesley Sneep vs. Liam Spurling

MW: Glenn Pimm vs. Henry Farrell

MW: Robin Catskill vs. Jemaine McKenzie

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Friday, Week 2, March 2002

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CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Robin Catskill (2-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Edinburgh, Scotland, Underdog: -130) vs. "The Auckland Express" Jemaine McKenzie (9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Auckland, New Zealand, Favorite: -150)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the prelim fights is Robin Catskill taking on 'The Auckland Express' Jemaine McKenzie.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Millhouse Twain, and Shaunagh Irvine.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but McKenzie clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Catskill deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) McKenzie misses with a big right hand, allowing Catskill to counter with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Catskill scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) McKenzie doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Catskill is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) McKenzie hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) McKenzie connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) McKenzie misses a right hook and gets countered with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) McKenzie comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) McKenzie steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) McKenzie can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Catskill lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) McKenzie lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Catskill is off-target with a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) McKenzie uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Catskill uses a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves. McKenzie hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Catskill misses a jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) McKenzie tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Catskill, looking very tentative, pokes out a pair of quick jabs; neither had any power on them.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) McKenzie can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) McKenzie misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Catskill misses with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to McKenzie.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) McKenzie misses with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Catskill hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Catskill misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. McKenzie comes in with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) McKenzie moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Catskill into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Catskill manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) McKenzie uses a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) Catskill misses a jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) McKenzie has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) McKenzie slips past a right hook and counters with a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Taking a few gulps of breath, McKenzie is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Catskill misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. McKenzie attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) A jab is wide from McKenzie, but then he hits Catskill with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) McKenzie misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Catskill to attack with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Catskill is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) Catskill tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) McKenzie doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) McKenzie misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Catskill comes in with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) Blood is visible on McKenzie, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) McKenzie counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to McKenzie 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) McKenzie is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, McKenzie is attended to by the cut man between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) McKenzie misses with a big right hand, allowing Catskill to counter with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) Catskill misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing McKenzie to attack with a quick left hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Catskill misses with a big right hand, allowing McKenzie to counter with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Catskill misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing McKenzie to attack with a quick left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) McKenzie dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Catskill is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Catskill has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) McKenzie misses with a left jab and also misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 02:03) McKenzie is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 3 - 01:54) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:54) Catskill doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:54) McKenzie finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Catskill doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) McKenzie has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Catskill is off target with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Catskill lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. McKenzie uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) McKenzie misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Catskill attacks with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 3 - 00:13) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:13) McKenzie counters a right hand with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Catskill hits McKenzie with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) McKenzie looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to McKenzie, 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Catskill, he's running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:47) McKenzie closes in on Catskill, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Catskill appeared to be going to try and get in close, but McKenzie took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) McKenzie can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Catskill with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:33) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:33) McKenzie hits a jab but has a right hook blocked. Catskill lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) McKenzie slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Blood is visible on Catskill, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) Catskill is trying to muscle McKenzie up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) He does so and now has McKenzie pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:47) Catskill looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 03:47) Catskill smothers McKenzie against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) McKenzie is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 03:12) McKenzie gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Catskill hits McKenzie, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) Catskill hits McKenzie, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) McKenzie is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 02:11) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:57) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:32) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:32) McKenzie slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:05) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 01:05) McKenzie hits a jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:05) Catskill lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 00:41) Catskill aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.

(Rd 4 - 00:41) McKenzie can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 00:31) Catskill gets hold of McKenzie without taking too much damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:21) Catskill tries to wrestle McKenzie backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:21) He does so and now has McKenzie pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:02) The gas tank looks empty on Catskill.

(Rd 4 - 00:02) From the looks of things, I don't think McKenzie has much energy left.

(Rd 4 - 00:02) Catskill hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Catskill.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Catskill is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Catskill.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:45) McKenzie lands a left jab, but Catskill avoids a big right.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) Catskill is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) McKenzie is off-target with a jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) McKenzie has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Catskill misses with a left jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:32) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:32) Catskill hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 03:32) McKenzie misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:19) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:19) Catskill tries to wrestle McKenzie backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:19) McKenzie isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 5 - 03:04) Catskill uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on McKenzie as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 02:45) Catskill is trying to push McKenzie so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:45) Catskill achieves it, pinning McKenzie to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:34) Catskill drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) McKenzie gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 02:18) Catskill catches McKenzie with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:04) McKenzie takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 5 - 01:56) Catskill attempts to use a close-range elbow strike but McKenzie pulls the clinch tighter.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) Catskill catches McKenzie with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) A strike has re-opened the cut above the eye of McKenzie.

(Rd 5 - 01:24) Catskill smothers McKenzie against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 5 - 01:09) Catskill pins McKenzie up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) McKenzie uses his wrestling skills to prevent Catskill from throwing any elbow strikes.

(Rd 5 - 00:35) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:22) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:22) McKenzie slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:06) McKenzie looks totally gassed.

(Rd 5 - 00:06) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:06) Using his wrestling skills, Catskill is trying to push McKenzie up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:06) Catskill manages it and controls McKenzie up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Catskill, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Ian Rivers has scored it 48-47 McKenzie.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Millhouse Twain: 48-47 Catskill.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Shaunagh Irvine scores the contest as 48-47 to McKenzie.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making 'The Auckland Express' Jemaine McKenzie the winner by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Auckland Express' Jemaine McKenzie defeats Robin Catskill (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jemaine McKenzie thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Showing respect, Jemaine McKenzie praises Catskill for his skill and toughness.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"No Surrender" Glenn Pimm (35-13, 0-0 CTC, From: Naperville, Illinois, Favorite: -940) vs. Henry Farrell (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Chesapeake, Virginia, Underdog: +750)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'No Surrender' Glenn Pimm battles Henry Farrell.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Millhouse Twain, and Shaunagh Irvine.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:49) A jab hits home from Farrell and then he scores with a fantastic right cross!

(Rd 1 - 04:49) From the looks of it, that shot may have smashed the jaw of Pimm.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Pimm hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Farrell senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Farrell can't get there fast enough though, Pimm is already back up.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Farrell comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Farrell misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Farrell is too slow with his final kick and that allows Pimm to catch it!

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Pimm tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) He has the takedown! Farrell has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Pimm keeps Farrell guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Farrell tries to catch Pimm with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Pimm throws a quick elbow, but it doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Farrell throws out some punches, but Pimm leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Pimm looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) He passes to side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Pimm attempts to move to mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Farrell can't fend off his opponent and is mounted.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Pimm pounds away and Farrell is in serious trouble!

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Pimm pounds away with right hands and Farrell is in big trouble!

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Pimm unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Pimm pounds away with right hands and Farrell is in big trouble!

(Rd 1 - 00:45) With Pimm pounding away, referee William Yeats stops the fight!

(Rd 1 - 00:27) By TKO, the winner is Glenn Pimm!

 

 

Official Result: 'No Surrender' Glenn Pimm defeats Henry Farrell (TKO (Strikes) in 4:33 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Glenn Pimm thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Glenn Pimm celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The King of Memphis" Wesley Sneep (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Memphis, Tennessee, Favorite: -720) vs. "Punk Nasty" Liam Spurling (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Newcastle, England, Underdog: +570)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The King Of Memphis' Wesley Sneep battles 'Punk Nasty' Liam Spurling.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Sneep hits a left jab and then hits Spurling with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Spurling chooses to shoot in on Sneep.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Sneep partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Spurling has a hold of the other.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Unable to complete the takedown, Spurling instead pushes Sneep up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Sneep wrestles back against Spurling, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Sneep lands a left hand and then catches Spurling with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Moving around, Spurling is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Sneep can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Spurling with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Sneep lands two jabs and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Sneep moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Spurling looked like he was going to shoot, but Sneep simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Sneep lands a jab and then hits Spurling with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Sneep lands a jab and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) There's a takedown attempt from Spurling.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Spurling gets a single leg takedown! Sneep pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Time slips away as Spurling successfully keeps Sneep stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) Perhaps wary of submissions, Spurling keeps extremely tight to Sneep and peppers him with short punches.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Using his leg strength to push Spurling back a bit, Sneep looks to scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) It's a bad choice though, as Spurling seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Spurling looks to get a mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Sneep doesn't let Spurling get the mount, and so he remains at side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Spurling blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Spurling pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Sneep.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Spurling came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Sneep looks a little shell-shocked too.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Spurling clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Sneep hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Spurling comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Sneep partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Spurling has a hold of the other.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Spurling uses the position to drive Sneep up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Spurling tries to smother Sneep against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) A jab hits home from Sneep and then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Spurling keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Sneep can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) Spurling scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) Sneep can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Spurling wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Sneep can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Spurling may have been setting up to shoot, but Sneep aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Sneep hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 02:43) Sneep is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) A jab is wide from Sneep, but then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Sneep can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Spurling with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Two jabs hit home from Sneep and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) Sneep lands a jab and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Sneep can't connect with a jab, but then hits Spurling with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Spurling shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Spurling gets hold of a leg but Sneep remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Spurling drives Sneep up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Sneep is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Spurling has over him.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for the rest of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Sneep, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Sneep hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Sneep lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) Sneep can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Spurling.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Sneep is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Sneep can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:38) Sneep can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Spurling wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) A jab is wide from Sneep, but then he hits Spurling with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) Sneep steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) Sneep throws a punch but Spurling was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 03:09) Sneep looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) Moving around, Spurling is looking for an opening to shoot without exposing himself to a counter-strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) Sneep hits a left jab and then catches Spurling with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) Spurling had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) Sneep lands a left hand and then hits Spurling with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Sneep hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 01:55) Sneep closes in on Spurling, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 01:55) It looked like we were about to see Spurling try and get some grappling started, but Sneep was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 01:55) Sneep throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 01:36) Sneep fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Spurling with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Spurling.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) The referee signals for the fight to continue!

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Spurling chooses to shoot in on Sneep.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Sneep pulling guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:02) Spurling pounds away, but Sneep isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:46) Spurling smothers Sneep with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 3 - 00:16) The clock runs down as Sneep is being smothered against the ground by Spurling.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Sneep took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Sneep up 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Spurling had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Sneep fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Spurling with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) From the looks of things, I don't think Sneep has much energy left.

(Rd 4 - 04:42) Sneep fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Spurling with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) Sneep lands a left hand and then hits Spurling with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) The gash under the eye of Spurling has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Spurling shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Sneep almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Spurling has hold of one leg.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Spurling uses the position to drive Sneep up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:53) Sneep is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:53) 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 4 - 02:52) Sneep is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Spurling has over him.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Spurling and Sneep remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 4 - 01:46) Spurling smothers Sneep up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:46) Nothing really happens for the next sixty seconds or so, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) Spurling is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 4 - 00:41) Sneep confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 00:41) Spurling had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 00:41) Sneep lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:20) Spurling wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:20) Sneep connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 4 - 00:11) Spurling gets hold of Sneep.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) Using his wrestling skills, Spurling is trying to push Sneep up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) He does so and now has Sneep pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Spurling.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) According to my scorecard, that leaves the fighters dead even with just one round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Spurling in between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Sneep connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) Spurling chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Sneep down.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Sneep is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) Time slips away as Spurling successfully keeps Sneep stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 03:33) Spurling looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:33) Sneep keeps Spurling in guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:08) Spurling doesn't let Sneep pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 5 - 02:59) Spurling fires off some rights, but Sneep isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 5 - 02:46) Sneep tries to smother Spurling by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 5 - 02:38) Spurling attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 5 - 02:38) He passes to half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:05) Spurling throws a quick elbow, but it doesn't connect.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) Sneep tries to sweep Spurling but can't do it.

(Rd 5 - 01:44) Sneep looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 01:44) Spurling pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Sneep.

(Rd 5 - 01:32) Spurling pounds away on Sneep, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Spurling is breathing very hard.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Spurling blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Spurling tries a slicing elbow strike, but Sneep deflects it.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) Sneep tries a sweep from the bottom of half guard, but doesn't budge Spurling.

(Rd 5 - 00:29) Spurling pounds away on Sneep, but few of the shots lands clean.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) Spurling blocks Sneep as he tries a sweep from half guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:03) Spurling pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Spurling.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde scores the contest as 48-47 to Spurling.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Ian Rivers: 48-47 Sneep.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Millhouse Twain has scored it 48-47 Sneep.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) 'The King Of Memphis' Wesley Sneep is the winner by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'The King Of Memphis' Wesley Sneep defeats 'Punk Nasty' Liam Spurling (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Wesley Sneep praises his team at Bear Pit, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. Wesley Sneep can certainly talk and it makes him very marketable as a result.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Osi Lewis (5-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Favorite: -180) vs. Eric "Big D" Dartmouth (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Port St. Lucie, Florida, Underdog: +140)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Osi Lewis goes head to head with Eric 'Big D' Dartmouth.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Shaunagh Irvine, Johnny Beerbohm, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Lewis comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Dartmouth fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Lewis uses a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Lewis steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Dartmouth fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Lewis lands a left jab but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Lewis dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Lewis throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Lewis attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Dartmouth tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Lewis throws a one-two, but Dartmouth was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Lewis initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Dartmouth fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Lewis throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Lewis attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Dartmouth fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Lewis throws a one-two, but Dartmouth was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Lewis hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Dartmouth lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Lewis stalks forward, pressuring Dartmouth.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Lewis looks to pressure Dartmouth, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Lewis throws some strikes and a right head kick, but Dartmouth avoids them all.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Dartmouth misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Lewis to attack with a jab and a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Lewis.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Lewis moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Lewis misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Lewis just about lands a head kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Dartmouth lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Moving forward constantly, Lewis is pressuring Dartmouth.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Lewis confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Lewis.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) Taking a few gulps of breath, Lewis is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Lewis comes forward, walking down Dartmouth.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Dartmouth hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Lewis throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 02:43) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Lewis comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Dartmouth manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Lewis can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Dartmouth with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) Lewis forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) Dartmouth misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) Lewis throws a two-punch combo but Dartmouth avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Lewis misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:24) Lewis comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 00:24) Dartmouth fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 00:24) Lewis lands a left hand and then he hits Dartmouth with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Dartmouth looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Lewis simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Lewis fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Dartmouth 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Lewis feints to one side, causing Dartmouth to react and leave himself off balance.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Dartmouth misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Lewis attacks with a left jab and a leg kick that narrowly misses the target.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) Lewis stalks forward, pressuring Dartmouth.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) Dartmouth fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) Lewis feints an attack that leaves Dartmouth slightly off balance.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) Lewis can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Dartmouth with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Lewis comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Dartmouth tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Lewis throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 03:03) A few deep breaths betray that Lewis is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Lewis comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Dartmouth throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Lewis throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Lewis steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Dartmouth hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Lewis throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 02:05) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:05) Lewis misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:05) Dartmouth misses with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Lewis comes forward.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Lewis steps into the pocket.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Lewis can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Lewis comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Dartmouth misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Lewis can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) Lewis stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) Lewis looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) It's unsuccessful, Dartmouth maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Lewis doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Lewis is looking to muscle Dartmouth back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Lewis does it, Dartmouth is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Lewis smothers Dartmouth against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 00:37) Lewis pins Dartmouth up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 00:25) Lewis pins Dartmouth up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 00:12) Lewis keeps Dartmouth up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) Dartmouth is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Lewis.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Lewis up 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:47) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) Dartmouth hits a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) Lewis is off target with a left jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Taking a few gulps of breath, Dartmouth is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) Lewis comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) Dartmouth misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Lewis.

(Rd 4 - 03:36) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:36) Lewis slips past a right hook and counters with a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 4 - 03:08) Moving forward constantly, Lewis is pressuring Dartmouth.

(Rd 4 - 03:08) Dartmouth hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 03:08) Lewis connects with a nice jab and then he catches Dartmouth with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) From the looks of things, I don't think Lewis has much energy left.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) Lewis stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) Lewis is looking to muscle Dartmouth back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) Lewis manages it and controls Dartmouth up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Lewis catches Dartmouth with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 02:32) Dartmouth is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) Dartmouth is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 02:04) Lewis smothers Dartmouth against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 01:49) Lewis tries dirty boxing, but Dartmouth works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Dartmouth comes forward, walking down Lewis.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Dartmouth moves into the pocket.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Dartmouth hits a left hand but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 00:39) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) Lewis looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) Clinched with Dartmouth, Lewis looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) It's unsuccessful, Dartmouth maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) Lewis looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) It doesn't work, Dartmouth defended against it well.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The gas tank looks empty on Lewis.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Lewis, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Dartmouth really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:54) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Dartmouth scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Lewis lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:37) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:37) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit.

(Rd 5 - 04:37) Lewis is off-target with a jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:37) Dartmouth is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 04:23) Dartmouth appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 5 - 04:11) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) The two fighters strike, but without success.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Lewis is off-target with a jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Dartmouth misses with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 5 - 03:20) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 03:20) Dartmouth misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Lewis attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) Lewis is trying to push Dartmouth so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) Lewis can't do it though, and Dartmouth gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 5 - 02:43) Dartmouth attempts to wrestle Lewis to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 02:43) Dartmouth can't get the takedown as Lewis wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 02:17) Dartmouth is looking really tired.

(Rd 5 - 02:17) Lewis is trying to push Dartmouth so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:17) Lewis manages it and controls Dartmouth up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) Lewis pins Dartmouth up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:41) Dartmouth wrestles back against Lewis, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) Dartmouth misses with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) Lewis is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) Both fighters throw, both fighters fail to hit the target.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) Dartmouth is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) Lewis doesn't connect with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Dartmouth comes forward.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Lewis manages a counter jab.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Dartmouth throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 5 - 00:11) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:11) Dartmouth dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Lewis.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 50-45 (Shaunagh Irvine), 50-45 (Johnny Beerbohm) and 49-46 (Edward Wilde).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Osi Lewis is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Osi Lewis defeats Eric 'Big D' Dartmouth (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Osi Lewis name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. The interviewer asked who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replied that it's a shame that Kramer Mayweather is too much of a coward to face him because otherwise that'd be a good fight.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Leandro Bastos (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Favorite: -360) vs. Thiago Azevedo (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +280)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Leandro Bastos takes on Thiago Azevedo.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Millhouse Twain, and Shaunagh Irvine.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Bastos comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Azevedo lands a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Bastos connects with a jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Bastos slips past a left hook and counters with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Azevedo doesn't connect with a right jab but connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Bastos lands a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Bastos slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Azevedo is off target with a right jab but hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Bastos hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Azevedo uses a right jab but has a left hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Bastos hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Azevedo misses with a big left hand, allowing Bastos to counter with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Azevedo misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Bastos to attack with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Azevedo misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Bastos comes in with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Bastos attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Azevedo hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Bastos lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

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

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Bastos finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Azevedo doesn't connect with a right jab but connects cleanly with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Bastos counters a left hand with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Bastos comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Azevedo manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Bastos lands a jab and then he catches Azevedo with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Bastos misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a great left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Bastos, 10-9 on my card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Bastos lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Azevedo is off-target with a jab but hits a good left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Bastos stalks forward, pressuring Azevedo.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Bastos steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Azevedo.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Bastos can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Bastos is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) For the first time, Azevedo is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Azevedo misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Bastos comes in with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Bastos comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Azevedo misses with a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Bastos hits a left jab and then he hits Azevedo with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) A jab hits home from Bastos and then he hits Azevedo with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Bastos slips past a left hook and counters with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Azevedo hits a jab but misses with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Bastos finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Bastos comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Azevedo manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Bastos can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Azevedo with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Bastos steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Azevedo fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) Bastos hits a left jab and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Azevedo misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Azevedo hits a jab but has a left hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Bastos hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) It looks like Azevedo has been cut above the eye.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Azevedo is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Bastos slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) Bastos tries to wrestle Azevedo backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) Bastos doesn't manage it though, Azevedo defended it well.

(Rd 2 - 00:12) Clinched with Azevedo, Bastos looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 2 - 00:12) Azevedo cannot stop the takedown.

(Rd 2 - 00:12) Bastos takes the back off the takedown.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Bastos.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Bastos up 20-18.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Azevedo in between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:45) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Bastos is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 3 - 04:20) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:20) Azevedo dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a solid left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch. (Rd 3 - 04:08) Azevedo looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) Azevedo can't get the trip, as Bastos wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 03:52) Azevedo doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 3 - 03:52) Bastos looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 03:52) Bastos uses a superb outside leg trip!

(Rd 3 - 03:52) Bastos takes the back of Azevedo directly off the takedown.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Bastos gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Bastos, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Azevedo doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 3 - 02:36) Bastos loses both hooks, but still has the back.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Azevedo is in huge trouble now, as Bastos successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 3 - 02:03) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Bastos tries to finish Azevedo off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 02:03) Azevedo stops Bastos from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Azevedo struggles against Bastos but cannot get himself free from the hooks.

(Rd 3 - 01:12) With both hooks in, Bastos tries to flatten Azevedo out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 01:12) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Bastos has Azevedo flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!

(Rd 3 - 00:35) Leandro Bastos takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Leandro Bastos defeats Thiago Azevedo (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:25 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Leandro Bastos thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Leandro Bastos celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Thunder Foot" Bixente Fontaine (9-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Paris, France, Underdog: +230) vs. Chesney Brightman (5-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Lincoln, Nebraska, Favorite: -290)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'Thunder Foot' Bixente Fontaine goes up against Chesney Brightman.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Millhouse Twain, and Shaunagh Irvine.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Brightman clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) A jab is wide from Fontaine, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Brightman looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Fontaine can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Brightman with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Fontaine comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Fontaine moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Fontaine lands a left hand and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) The clock is stopped as referee Roger Bennett wants to check the cut on Brightman.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Referee Roger Bennett brings them to the center and we're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 01:40) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Fontaine steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Fontaine can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Fontaine steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Brightman throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) A nice feint from Fontaine causes Brightman to become open.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Fontaine lands a jab and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Fontaine stalks forward, pressuring Brightman.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Brightman lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Fontaine hits a left hand but Brightman avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Fontaine scores with a jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg. Brightman hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Brightman just about edged it.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Brightman shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Fontaine almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Brightman holds the other.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Brightman can't get Fontaine down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Fontaine is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Fontaine is trapped against the cage and Brightman punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Brightman tries to take Fontaine down.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Brightman has the takedown and gets side control from it.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Brightman attempts a kimura.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Fontaine gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 2 - 03:27) By submission, the winner is Chesney Brightman!

 

 

Official Result: Chesney Brightman defeats 'Thunder Foot' Bixente Fontaine (Submission (Kimura) in 1:33 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Chesney Brightman thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Chesney Brightman celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Akihiro Jippensha (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Underdog: +180) vs. "The Japanese Cowboy" Ukyo Narita (19-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -230)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Akihiro Jippensha taking on 'The Japanese Cowboy' Ukyo Narita.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Jippensha misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Narita comes in with a jab and a vicious right cross!

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Jippensha is knocked down!

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Narita moves in quickly, kneeling beside Jippensha and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Narita unloads with massive right hands and Jippensha is getting destroyed!

(Rd 1 - 04:32) With Jippensha taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 04:18) The winner, by TKO; Ukyo Narita!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Japanese Cowboy' Ukyo Narita defeats Akihiro Jippensha (TKO (Strikes) in 0:42 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ukyo Narita name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Drew Jenks would be a particularly good contest.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Minuteman" Carson Neuwirth (16-13, 0-0 CTC, From: Charleston, West Virginia, Underdog: +470) vs. Jackson Goode (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: El Paso, Texas, Favorite: -590)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The Minuteman' Carson Neuwirth competing against Jackson Goode.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Shaunagh Irvine, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Moving around, Goode is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) A jab lands from Neuwirth, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) A one-two from Neuwirth fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Seizing the opportunity, Goode clinches.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Goode tries to take Neuwirth down.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Goode has the takedown and is left on top of a turtled up Neuwirth.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Goode pounds away, Neuwirth is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Goode flattens Neuwirth out, maintaining control of his back.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Neuwirth is in huge trouble now, as Goode successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Goode tries to finish Neuwirth off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Goode has Neuwirth flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 02:24) The winner, by submission, is Jackson Goode!

 

 

Official Result: Jackson Goode defeats 'The Minuteman' Carson Neuwirth (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:36 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jackson Goode thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Saemon Endo (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Underdog: +100) vs. Marcelo "The Puma" Oberto (26-17, 0-0 CTC, From: Santa Fe, Argentina, Favorite: -130)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Saemon Endo facing Marcelo 'The Puma' Oberto.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Roger Bennett is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Shaunagh Irvine, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:54) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Endo forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Oberto throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Endo throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Endo attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Oberto hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Endo hits a left jab and then he hits Oberto with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Endo goes to the legs with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Oberto scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Oberto hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Endo lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Endo lands a left jab, but Oberto steps back to avoid a high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Endo is off-target with a jab and also misses with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Oberto is off target with a left jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Endo attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Oberto hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) A one-two from Endo fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Endo goes to a southpaw stance.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Oberto misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right jab and a glancing blow with a left head kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Endo throws a punch but Oberto avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Oberto moves in fast and clinches with Endo.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Endo.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) A jab is wide from Endo, but then he catches Oberto with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Endo lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Oberto misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Endo to attack with a head kick that landed only a glancing blow.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Moving forward constantly, Endo is pressuring Oberto.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Oberto manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Endo throws a one-two, but Oberto was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Endo hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Oberto is off target with a left jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Endo comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Oberto hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Endo can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Oberto with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Endo finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Oberto misses with a left jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Oberto misses a right hook and gets countered with a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Oberto is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) Oberto scores with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) Endo doesn't connect with a left jab but scores a glancing blow with a right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:36) For the first time, Endo is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Oberto misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Endo attacks with a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Endo closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Endo misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick attempt to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Endo, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Endo is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:47) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Oberto misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Endo comes in with a powerful right hook!

(Rd 3 - 04:38) Oberto hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 3 - 04:38) Endo quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Oberto!

(Rd 3 - 04:38) Endo starts unloading with massive rights and Oberto is getting pasted!

(Rd 3 - 04:38) Referee Roger Bennett has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Saemon Endo takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Saemon Endo defeats Marcelo 'The Puma' Oberto (TKO (Strikes) in 0:41 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Saemon Endo gives a name-check to everyone at Tiger Claw Academy, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Saemon Endo celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Alceu de Castro (23-16, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +140) vs. "Progression" Jason Pilgrim (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Favorite: -180)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Alceu de Castro competes against 'Progression' Jason Pilgrim in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Millhouse Twain, and Shaunagh Irvine.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) de Castro comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) de Castro lands a left jab, but Pilgrim evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) de Castro uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Without taking too much damage, Pilgrim is able to clinch with de Castro.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) de Castro tries to wriggle free, but Pilgrim controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Using his wrestling skills, Pilgrim is trying to push de Castro up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) He does so and now has de Castro pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) de Castro is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) de Castro is trapped against the cage and Pilgrim punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Pilgrim uses dirty boxing to punish de Castro while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) de Castro is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) Pilgrim smothers de Castro against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Pilgrim smothers de Castro against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) de Castro can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Without taking too much damage, Pilgrim is able to clinch with de Castro.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Pilgrim is looking to muscle de Castro back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Pilgrim does it, de Castro is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Pilgrim pins de Castro up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) Pilgrim pins de Castro up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) de Castro wrestles back against Pilgrim, turning him enough so that he can escape away from the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Pilgrim, but only a 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Coming forward, Pilgrim is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) de Castro can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Pilgrim with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Pilgrim gets hold of de Castro.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Pilgrim uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on de Castro as they grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Pilgrim is looking to muscle de Castro back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) He does so and now has de Castro pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) Pilgrim smothers de Castro against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) Pilgrim hits de Castro, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Pilgrim pins de Castro up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Unable to get free, de Castro is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Pilgrim and de Castro remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Pilgrim uses dirty boxing to punish de Castro while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) de Castro is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Pilgrim comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) de Castro throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) Pilgrim gets hold of de Castro, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) de Castro gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Pilgrim uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Using his wrestling skills, Pilgrim is trying to push de Castro up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Pilgrim can't do it though, de Castro defended it well.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) Pilgrim is looking to muscle de Castro back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) Pilgrim does it, de Castro is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:46) Pilgrim pins de Castro up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Pilgrim pins de Castro up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) Showing his ability to exert control, Pilgrim smothers de Castro up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for the rest of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Pilgrim took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Pilgrim.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:49) de Castro lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) de Castro throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Pilgrim seizes the chance and grabs de Castro into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:10) de Castro tries to wriggle free, but Pilgrim controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) Pilgrim uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on de Castro as they grapple.

(Rd 3 - 03:42) Pilgrim hits de Castro with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) de Castro is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) de Castro gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Pilgrim uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) de Castro gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Pilgrim uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) From the grapple, Pilgrim tries to pick de Castro up on his shoulder for a slam.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Pilgrim gets it! de Castro manages to pull guard upon impact.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) The clock runs down as de Castro is being smothered against the ground by Pilgrim.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) In guard, Pilgrim begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) de Castro can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:07) Pilgrim begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:07) Pilgrim is too skilled for de Castro, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 3 - 01:07) de Castro is really working hard on the ground to slow down Pilgrim, he really had to work hard to get to side control.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Pilgrim took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) de Castro is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Pilgrim aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) A one-two from de Castro fails to land.

(Rd 4 - 04:42) Pilgrim gets hold of de Castro, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 4 - 04:36) Pilgrim is trying to muscle de Castro up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:36) Pilgrim does it, de Castro is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:20) de Castro is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) Pilgrim pins de Castro up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:43) de Castro is trapped against the cage and Pilgrim hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 03:29) Pilgrim pins de Castro up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) Pilgrim smothers de Castro against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 03:06) Pilgrim drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Pilgrim hits de Castro, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:47) Pilgrim keeps de Castro up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 02:36) de Castro seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 02:36) Pilgrim hits de Castro, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) Pilgrim smothers de Castro against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Pilgrim is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) de Castro connects with a nice jab and then hits Pilgrim with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 01:35) de Castro can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Pilgrim seizes the chance and grabs de Castro into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:13) de Castro tries to wriggle free, but Pilgrim controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Using his wrestling skills, Pilgrim is trying to push de Castro up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Pilgrim does it, de Castro is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:35) Pilgrim smothers de Castro against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 00:15) Pilgrim keeps de Castro up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) de Castro is trapped against the cage and Pilgrim hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Pilgrim.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, de Castro is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:47) de Castro throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 5 - 04:36) Pilgrim seizes the chance and grabs de Castro into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:30) Pilgrim is looking to muscle de Castro back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:30) Pilgrim does it, de Castro is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) Breathing very hard, Pilgrim is looking ragged.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) de Castro takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) de Castro looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) de Castro takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) Pilgrim tries to take de Castro down.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) The takedown is successful, de Castro pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:47) de Castro is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Pilgrim off of him.

(Rd 5 - 03:14) Pilgrim begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 5 - 03:14) Pilgrim gets past, but de Castro stops him at half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) In half guard, Pilgrim begins working to get side control.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 5 - 01:28) In side control, Pilgrim begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 5 - 01:28) He doesn't get the mount, but only because de Castro rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) de Castro prevents Pilgrim from getting his hooks in.

(Rd 5 - 00:37) de Castro attempts to turn over.

(Rd 5 - 00:37) de Castro manages to shrug Pilgrim off, but it only results in both fighters ending up scrambling back to their feet.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Pilgrim, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Progression' Jason Pilgrim is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'Progression' Jason Pilgrim defeats Alceu de Castro (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jason Pilgrim name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Jason Pilgrim celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

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Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Nate Dawes (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Lincoln, Nebraska, Favorite: -790) vs. Susumu Katoh (18-13, 0-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Underdog: +630)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The main card opens with Nate Dawes competing against Susumu Katoh.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Shaunagh Irvine, Johnny Beerbohm, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Dawes looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Katoh throws a two-punch combo but Dawes avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Dawes sets it up well and shoots in at speed.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) The takedown is completed, Katoh is on his back and pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Dawes punches down at Katoh, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Dawes blocks Katoh as he tries a sweep from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Dawes looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Dawes shows his skill, slipping from half guard straight into a mount with minimum fuss.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Dawes pounds away on Katoh, landing several great shots that rock him!

(Rd 1 - 03:00) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 02:46) The winner, by TKO, is Nate Dawes!

 

 

Official Result: Nate Dawes defeats Susumu Katoh (TKO (Strikes) in 2:14 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Nate Dawes thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He physically grabs the microphone and proceeds to issue a challenge to Ramon da Silva Ramos, saying he'll destroy him.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Ice Man" Tore Herlovsen (7-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Bergen, Norway, Underdog: +300) vs. "The Human Takedown Machine" Drew Jenks (10-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Spokane, Washington, Favorite: -380)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Ice Man' Tore Herlovsen goes head to head with 'The Human Takedown Machine' Drew Jenks.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Shaunagh Irvine, Johnny Beerbohm, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:51) A jab is wide from Herlovsen, but then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) A jab hits home from Herlovsen and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) A jab is wide from Herlovsen, but then he catches Jenks with a stunning right hook!

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Jenks is knocked down!

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Herlovsen moves in quickly, kneeling beside Jenks and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Herlovsen fires away and Jenks is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Referee Harry A. Bierce jumps in and saves Jenks from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 03:56) The winner, by TKO; Tore Herlovsen!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Ice Man' Tore Herlovsen defeats 'The Human Takedown Machine' Drew Jenks (TKO (Strikes) in 1:04 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Tore Herlovsen thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Tore Herlovsen celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ginger Beaumont (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Glasgow, Scotland, Favorite: -500) vs. "Mr. Fantastic" Ed Burridge (8-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Kailua, Hawaii, Underdog: +390)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Ginger Beaumont battles 'Mr. Fantastic' Ed Burridge.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Millhouse Twain, and Shaunagh Irvine.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Moving forward constantly, Burridge is pressuring Beaumont.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Burridge steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Burridge uses a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Beaumont shoots in at high speed for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) The takedown is completed, Burridge is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Beaumont starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) After a struggle, he gets to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Beaumont pounds away with rights, but Burridge covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Burridge tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Beaumont doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Beaumont attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Burridge can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Beaumont gains side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Beaumont throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) Beaumont throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Burridge tries to pull guard on Beaumont but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Beaumont pounds away and Burridge struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Beaumont pounds away with rights, but Burridge covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Beaumont.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Burridge connects with a nice jab and then hits Beaumont with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Beaumont.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Moving forward constantly, Burridge is pressuring Beaumont.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Beaumont hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Burridge throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Burridge moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Beaumont into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Beaumont throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Burridge can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits Beaumont with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Burridge stalks forward, pressuring Beaumont.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Burridge confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Burridge can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Beaumont misses a right hook and gets countered with a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Burridge stalks forward, pressuring Beaumont.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Beaumont hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Burridge throws a two-punch combo but Beaumont avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 01:58) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Beaumont.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) We're back underway!

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Burridge moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Beaumont into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Beaumont scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Burridge throws a two-punch combo but Beaumont avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 01:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:01) Beaumont misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Burridge comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Beaumont manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) A jab lands from Burridge but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Beaumont misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Burridge to attack with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Burridge 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:53) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Burridge closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Beaumont may have been setting up to shoot, but Burridge aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Burridge throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Burridge stalks forward, pressuring Beaumont.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Beaumont tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) A jab lands from Burridge but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) Beaumont lands a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) Burridge hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:09) Burridge steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:09) Burridge steps into the pocket.

(Rd 3 - 03:09) Burridge can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Beaumont with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) Burridge stalks forward, pressuring Beaumont.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) Beaumont misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) Burridge connects with a jab but Beaumont evades a big right punch.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) Burridge is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 02:31) Burridge moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Beaumont into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:31) Burridge looks to pressure Beaumont, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 3 - 02:31) Burridge fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:12) Burridge comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:12) Beaumont misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 02:12) Burridge hits a left hand but Beaumont avoids a big right.

(Rd 3 - 01:52) Burridge moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Beaumont into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 3 - 01:52) Beaumont hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 01:52) Burridge throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Beaumont uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Burridge lands a one-two.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) Beaumont shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Burridge is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:04) The clock runs down as Burridge is being smothered against the ground by Beaumont.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) Burridge is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Beaumont off of him.

(Rd 3 - 00:18) Time slips away as Beaumont successfully keeps Burridge stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Burridge came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Burridge is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:50) Burridge comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 4 - 04:50) Beaumont lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 04:50) A jab lands from Burridge but Beaumont avoids a big right.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) Burridge throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Burridge comes forward, walking down Beaumont.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Beaumont hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Burridge throws a one-two, but Beaumont was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 03:49) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) Burridge attacks with strikes.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) Beaumont lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) Burridge throws a one-two, but Beaumont was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Burridge moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Beaumont into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Burridge steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Beaumont.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) Burridge can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:25) Burridge forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:25) Beaumont fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 4 - 02:25) Burridge throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Burridge attacks with strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Beaumont misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Burridge connects with a jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:49) Burridge comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:49) Beaumont looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Burridge simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 01:49) Burridge connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Beaumont misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Burridge comes in with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Beaumont starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut above his eye.

(Rd 4 - 01:18) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Burridge is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) Burridge comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) Beaumont fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) A one-two from Burridge fails to land.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Burridge comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Beaumont throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Burridge throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) Beaumont misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Burridge to attack with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Burridge just about edged it.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Beaumont is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Beaumont in between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Beaumont misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Burridge attacks with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Seeing that Burridge looks shattered, Beaumont easily pulls him into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Beaumont is looking to muscle Burridge back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Beaumont achieves it, pinning Burridge to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) Burridge looks very tired out there.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) Burridge is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) Burridge looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Burridge gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 03:54) Burridge takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 03:42) Burridge gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 03:34) Burridge takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 03:21) Beaumont catches Burridge with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:10) Burridge takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 5 - 03:02) Beaumont scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:50) Burridge gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 02:36) Beaumont catches Burridge with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) Beaumont tries to foot stomp Burridge, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:13) Beaumont is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 5 - 02:05) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 02:05) Burridge misses a jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 02:05) Beaumont lands a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Beaumont grabs Burridge, who looks shattered, and pulls him into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Beaumont is trying to muscle Burridge up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Burridge out-wrestles him though.

(Rd 5 - 01:28) Burridge looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 01:28) Burridge gets the takedown! Beaumont pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:16) Burridge throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Beaumont pulls Burridge in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 00:41) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Burridge keeps very tight to Beaumont, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 5 - 00:23) Beaumont throws out some punches, but Burridge leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 5 - 00:06) Not giving his opponent any room to work, Burridge keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Beaumont.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 49-46 (Ian Rivers), 48-47 (Millhouse Twain) and 48-47 (Shaunagh Irvine).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Ginger Beaumont wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Ginger Beaumont defeats 'Mr. Fantastic' Ed Burridge (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ginger Beaumont thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. 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 Humberto Falcao and that he thinks it'd be a great fight. Ginger Beaumont proved to be a charismatic interviewee.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Total Package" Heath Kaladaris (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Perth, Australia, Favorite: -1200) vs. Keitaro Mankino (7-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The Total Package' Heath Kaladaris taking on Keitaro Makino.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Roger Bennett.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Millhouse Twain, and Shaunagh Irvine.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Kaladaris comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Makino is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Kaladaris begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) He eventually passes, but only into half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Kaladaris looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Kaladaris is too skilled for Makino, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Kaladaris tries to ensnare Makino in a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) A kimura is fully applied, Makino is in huge trouble!

(Rd 1 - 02:21) No! Makino manages to get his arm free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Kaladaris still has side control though.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Kaladaris fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Kaladaris attempts a kneebar by hooking a leg.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Makino gets caught by the kneebar, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 01:06) By submission, the winner is Heath Kaladaris!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Total Package' Heath Kaladaris defeats Keitaro Makino (Submission (Kneebar) in 3:54 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Heath Kaladaris thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Heath Kaladaris celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. He is charismatic, and that helps him benefit from these interviews.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Super Eagle" Casim Yenkini (12-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Nigeria, Favorite: -450) vs. Nick "Streets" Detroit (11-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Virginia Beach, Virginia, Underdog: +350)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'The Super Eagle' Casim Yenkini takes on Nick 'Streets' Detroit.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Roger Bennett.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Shaunagh Irvine, Johnny Beerbohm, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Detroit fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Yenkini with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) A jab lands from Detroit, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Yenkini may have been setting up to shoot, but Detroit aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Detroit can't connect with a jab, but then hits a fast high right kick to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Yenkini backs off, looking extremely dazed...that last shot may have knocked him loopy!

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Yenkini takes a right hand but will not go down.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Yenkini shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) In half guard, Yenkini catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Yenkini begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Detroit tries to get back up.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Detroit ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Yenkini fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Yenkini is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Detroit tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Yenkini ends up in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Yenkini throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Yenkini punches down at Detroit, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Yenkini keeps Detroit guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Yenkini fires off some rights, but Detroit isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Yenkini unloads with rights, but does fairly minimal damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Detroit, 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There is a buzz building around the crowd, they can smell a potential upset here.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Detroit throws a two-punch combo but Yenkini avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Yenkini takes the chance and shoots on Detroit.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) He has the takedown! Detroit pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Yenkini attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Yenkini fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Yenkini attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) After a struggle, he gets to half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) Yenkini is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) Yenkini almost gets side control, but Detroit was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Yenkini manages to come out on top, with Detroit pulling guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Yenkini throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Yenkini begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Detroit tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Detroit ends up in guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:01) Detroit throws several small strikes at Yenkini, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Detroit gets pulled in tight, and takes a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the face.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) For the moment Detroit is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:07) Yenkini drags Detroit in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a fun round to watch.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Yenkini, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Detroit hits two left jabs and then catches Yenkini with a superb right kick to the head!

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Yenkini is knocked down!

(Rd 3 - 04:34) Detroit quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Yenkini!

(Rd 3 - 04:34) Detroit pounds away and Yenkini struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) Detroit attempts an arm triangle.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) Yenkini fights off the arm triangle attempt.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) Yenkini tries to pull guard on Detroit but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Detroit pounds away but Yenkini deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Yenkini takes the opportunity well and manages to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) Not giving his opponent any room to work, Detroit keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Detroit gets pulled in tight, stopping him from posturing up or launching any attacks.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) Detroit throws several small strikes at Yenkini, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with.

(Rd 3 - 01:52) Yenkini pulls Detroit close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head.

(Rd 3 - 01:41) Detroit uses a quick shoulder smash.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Detroit hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Yenkini.

(Rd 3 - 01:21) Yenkini looks for an elbow from the bottom, but Detroit leans forward and smothers it.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Detroit peppers Yenkini with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Yenkini pulls Detroit in close, then glances an elbow strike off the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) Detroit hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Yenkini.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) Detroit gets pulled in tight, and takes a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the face.

(Rd 3 - 00:19) Detroit uses a quick shoulder smash.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) Detroit leans back, preventing Yenkini from throwing any elbows to the top of the head.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Detroit took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Detroit.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:47) It looked like we were about to see Yenkini try and get some grappling started, but Detroit was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) A jab is wide from Detroit, but then he hits Yenkini with a body kick.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Detroit connects with a nice jab and then hits Yenkini with a leg kick.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Detroit fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right head kick.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Detroit confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Detroit hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) Detroit lands a left hand and then scores with a spinning back kick to the body.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Yenkini appeared to be going for a takedown, but Detroit took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Detroit lands a left jab, but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.

(Rd 4 - 02:45) Taking a few gulps of breath, Detroit is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 4 - 02:35) Detroit confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 02:35) Detroit connects with two left hands and then catches Yenkini with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:06) Yenkini moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening for a takedown attempt.

(Rd 4 - 02:06) Detroit lands a left hand and then catches Yenkini with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 4 - 01:44) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Yenkini, but Detroit was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 01:44) Detroit can't connect with a jab, but then hits Yenkini with a leg kick.

(Rd 4 - 01:32) A jab hits home from Detroit and then he scores with a spinning back kick to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:09) Detroit can't connect with a jab, but then catches Yenkini with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) Detroit throws some strikes and a right head kick, but Yenkini defended them all.

(Rd 4 - 00:39) Yenkini comes in and grabs Detroit in a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) Yenkini attempts to wrestle Detroit to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) It's ugly as sin, but Detroit does end up on the ground. He is turtled up on his hands and knees, Yenkini on top and facing him.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) Yenkini pounds away and Detroit eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Detroit.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Yenkini is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Yenkini shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Yenkini gets a single leg takedown! Detroit pulls guard off it.

(Rd 5 - 04:40) Yenkini tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:40) Detroit allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) The scramble ends with Yenkini grabbing Detroit and shoving him up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) Yenkini ducks down and grabs a leg. Detroit remains standing, using the cage for support, but is under threat of a takedown now.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) Detroit prevents the takedown by grabbing the cage out of desperation!

(Rd 5 - 04:10) Detroit gets a verbal warning from referee Roger Bennett for that piece of cheating!

(Rd 5 - 04:10) Yenkini drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) The takedown is completed, Yenkini gets side control from it.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Yenkini tries to lock Detroit in a kimura.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Detroit blocks it.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) Yenkini is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) Detroit was ready for it though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 5 - 03:14) Yenkini manages to come out on top, with Detroit pulling guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:02) Yenkini fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 5 - 02:47) Yenkini attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:47) Detroit can't fend off the effort, and can only stop Yenkini at half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:00) Yenkini attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 5 - 02:00) Detroit tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 5 - 01:45) Yenkini manages to come out on top, with Detroit pulling guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:34) Yenkini unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:20) Yenkini throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) Yenkini throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 5 - 00:25) Yenkini fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:09) Yenkini pounds away, but Detroit isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Yenkini.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Shaunagh Irvine has given 48-47 to Yenkini.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm: 48-47 Detroit.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde has scored it 48-47 Yenkini.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by split decision, is 'The Super Eagle' Casim Yenkini!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Super Eagle' Casim Yenkini defeats Nick 'Streets' Detroit (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Casim Yenkini thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Filthy" Luka Hajek (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Belgrade, Serbia, Underdog: +510) vs. "The Flying V" Esteban Vega (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Guadalajara, Mexico, Favorite: -650)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'Filthy' Luka Hajek takes on 'The Flying V' Esteban Vega.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Vega is off-target with a jab and also misses with a right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Hajek can't hit a right cross thanks to Vega bobbing and weaving.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Hajek misses with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Vega scores with a brace of jabs and also hits a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Vega scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Hajek finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Hajek finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Vega finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Hajek lands four quick punches.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Vega hits a jab and also nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Hajek counters a right hand with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Looking a bit tense, Hajek moves around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Hajek comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Vega hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Hajek hits a left jab and then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Vega is left exposed after a missed right hook to the ribs and gets countered with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Hajek throws three quick punches and lands one of them but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Vega lands two of three quick punches but can't hit a right cross as Hajek used head movement to avoid it.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Hajek misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Vega attacks with a couple of jabs that are followed by a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Vega connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Hajek lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Vega hits a left jab but doesn't reach with a hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Hajek hits a jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Hajek, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Hajek to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Vega shows his good guard by absorbing a two punch flurry.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Hajek bobs and weaves, making two punches miss.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Vega slips past a right hook and counters with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Vega misses with a big right hand, allowing Hajek to counter with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Hajek comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Vega manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Hajek throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Hajek comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Vega hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Hajek throws a one-two, but Vega was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 02:31) Moving in, Vega appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 2 - 02:31) Hajek lands a jab and then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) Vega misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) Vega misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Hajek is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Vega slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Vega hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Hajek throws a one-two, but Vega was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Hajek lands a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Vega scores with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Taking a few gulps of breath, Vega is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Vega hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Hajek misses with a left jab but scores with a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) Hajek uses a left jab but misses with a right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) Vega scores with a jab and also lands a left hook to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Vega.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Hajek hits a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Vega uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) Hajek dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Hajek hits a jab and also hits a left hook to the body.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Vega finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) Hajek acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Hajek lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:25) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:25) Hajek misses with a left jab but hits a left to the body.

(Rd 3 - 03:25) Vega hits a couple of jabs and also hits a left to the body.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Hajek misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Vega to attack with a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Hajek uses a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Vega scores with a jab and also lands a left hook to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) Vega uses a left jab but misses with a right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) Hajek uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:14) A few deep breaths betray that Hajek is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 02:00) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:00) The two fighters strike, but without success.

(Rd 3 - 02:00) Vega is off target with a left jab and also misses with an attempted shot to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:00) Hajek can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Vega scores with a left hook. Hajek hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Shoulders hunched, Hajek studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) Hajek uses a left jab and also scores with a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) Vega misses with a left jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:04) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:04) Vega misses with a left jab but lands a left kick to the body. Hajek scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:47) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:47) Vega is off-target with a jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 00:47) Hajek misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) Hajek hits a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) Vega misses with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:19) Hajek doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 3 - 00:19) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:19) Vega tries to wrestle Hajek backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:19) Vega does it, Hajek is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:08) Hajek gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Vega, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Vega is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Hajek misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Vega misses a jab but connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) Hajek is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) Vega hits a left hook to the body. Hajek goes to the body with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Vega is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) Hajek misses a right hook and gets countered with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:02) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 4 - 03:47) Hajek can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) Without taking too much damage, Vega is able to clinch with Hajek.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Vega tries to wrestle Hajek backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Hajek ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) Vega looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) Hajek is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Hajek gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:48) Hajek gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:33) Vega looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.

(Rd 4 - 02:33) Hajek blocks the takedown, but only by grabbing the cage!

(Rd 4 - 02:33) Hajek gets given a verbal warning from the referee for that piece of cheating!

(Rd 4 - 02:33) Vega smothers Hajek against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) Hajek is pressed up against the cage and held there by his fatigued-looking opponent.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) They remain there for at least a minute, taking deep breaths, occasionally staying active with some punches to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:13) Hajek is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) Hajek seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Harry A. Bierce brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:47) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 4 - 00:35) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:35) Vega catches Hajek with a knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) Vega attempts to wrestle Hajek to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) The takedown is completed, Hajek is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:06) Time slips away as Vega successfully keeps Hajek stuck against the ground.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Vega, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Hajek is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Vega misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:36) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:36) Hajek tries to wriggle free, but Vega controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 5 - 04:16) Vega hits Hajek with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) Vega tries to wrestle Hajek backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) Vega achieves it, pinning Hajek to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:45) Vega looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 03:45) Vega drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Hajek is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 03:25) Vega hits Hajek, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 03:14) Hajek is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 02:55) Vega smothers Hajek against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) Vega catches Hajek with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) Hajek is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 02:17) Vega uses dirty boxing to punish Hajek while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:03) Hajek looks totally gassed.

(Rd 5 - 02:03) Referee Harry A. Bierce thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) There's a quick exchange of strikes but nobody manages to land anything significant.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) Vega tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) Hajek is off-target with a jab and also misses with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 01:39) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:39) Vega uses a left jab but misses with a right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 01:39) Hajek scores with a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 01:26) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:26) Vega is looking to muscle Hajek back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:26) Vega manages it and controls Hajek up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) Hajek is trapped against the cage and Vega hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 5 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:58) Vega hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 00:49) Vega hits Hajek, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 00:29) Vega pins Hajek up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Vega looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Vega pins Hajek up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 00:01) Hajek is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Vega, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 49-47 (Edward Wilde), 49-46 (Ian Rivers) and 50-46 (Millhouse Twain).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) 'The Flying V' Esteban Vega wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Flying V' Esteban Vega defeats 'Filthy' Luka Hajek (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Esteban Vega praises his team at Camp Ortega, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He is then asked who he'd like to fight next, and he calls out Tyrone Malik, saying that "he can't beat me".

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Dynamite" Ollie Castle (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: West London, England, Favorite: -630) vs. Todd "The Bruiser" D'Abruzzo (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Senneterre, Quebec, Underdog: +500)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'Dynamite' Ollie Castle competes against Todd 'The Bruiser' D'Abruzzo.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Roger Bennett.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Shaunagh Irvine, Johnny Beerbohm, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) D'Abruzzo looks significantly bigger than Castle as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Castle hits a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) D'Abruzzo hits a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Castle counters a right hand with a left hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) D'Abruzzo misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Castle to attack with a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) D'Abruzzo misses with a big right hand, allowing Castle to counter with a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) Castle slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) D'Abruzzo misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Castle comes in with a few quick jabs that are followed by a right hook to the ribs that doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) D'Abruzzo hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Castle scores with three punches out of a flurry but misses with a right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Castle slips past a right hook and counters with a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Castle.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Castle, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) A nice feint from Castle causes D'Abruzzo to become open.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) D'Abruzzo misses with a big right hand, allowing Castle to counter with a few quick jabs that are followed by a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Castle finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) D'Abruzzo lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) D'Abruzzo lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Castle lights up his opponent with four quick jabs and then a hook to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) D'Abruzzo misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) Castle uses a left jab and also nails a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) D'Abruzzo may have a cracked jaw from that shot, he looks in some pain.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) D'Abruzzo lands a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Castle hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) D'Abruzzo is being totally outstruck so far in this fight.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) D'Abruzzo misses with a big right hand, allowing Castle to counter with a left jab and a right hook to the ribs that doesn't land.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) D'Abruzzo uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) Castle hits a left jab and also hits a left to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Castle slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a hook to the body that fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 00:41) D'Abruzzo is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) D'Abruzzo misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Castle to attack with a jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:20) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:20) D'Abruzzo falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 2 - 00:20) D'Abruzzo misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Castle attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Castle, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Castle is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:45) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Castle slips past a right hook and counters with a good right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) D'Abruzzo misses with a big right hand, allowing Castle to counter with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) Castle is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) D'Abruzzo misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Castle to attack with a pair of left jabs that are followed by a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Castle uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked. D'Abruzzo connects with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Castle slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) D'Abruzzo misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a powerful straight right!

(Rd 3 - 02:53) D'Abruzzo is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 3 - 02:53) Castle quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned D'Abruzzo!

(Rd 3 - 02:53) Castle pounds away, D'Abruzzo is barely able to offer any defence at all!

(Rd 3 - 02:53) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Ollie Castle takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'Dynamite' Ollie Castle defeats Todd 'The Bruiser' D'Abruzzo (TKO (Strikes) in 2:25 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Ollie Castle praises his team at Leamington Spa Muay Thai, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Ollie Castle says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. A good talker, Ollie Castle is always going to benefit from being interviewed regularly.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ethan "The Terror" Sutton (9-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Red Lake, Ontario, Favorite: -300) vs. Wederson de Oliveira (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +230)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Ethan 'The Terror' Sutton going up against Wederson de Oliveira.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Roger Bennett.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Wederson looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Sutton simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) A jab is wide from Sutton, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Sutton lands a jab and then catches Wederson with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Sutton throws a punch but Wederson avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Wederson gets hold of Sutton.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Wederson tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Sutton blocks the attempted trip and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Sutton tries to wrestle Wederson backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Sutton does it, Wederson is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Sutton pins Wederson up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Wederson gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Wederson gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Wederson is trapped against the cage and Sutton hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Sutton hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Sutton scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Sutton smothers Wederson against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Wederson is trapped against the cage and Sutton hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Wederson is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Wederson takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Sutton hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 1 - 01:39) Sutton smothers Wederson against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Sutton tries to throw an elbow from the clinch, but Wederson is able to stop it.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) Wederson is trapped against the cage and Sutton hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Roger Bennett restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Sutton can't connect with a jab, but then catches Wederson with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Sutton moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Sutton can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Sutton can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Wederson covers up, retreating until pressed against the cage...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt!

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Sutton punishes Wederson with a straight right!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Sutton, but only a 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Sutton closes in on Wederson, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Sutton lands two left hands and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) Sutton moves in on Wederson, preparing to throw.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) A jab is wide from Sutton, but then he lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Sutton is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) Moving around, Wederson is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) Sutton connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Sutton hits a left jab and then hits Wederson with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) Wederson appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Sutton took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) A jab hits home from Sutton and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Sutton can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Wederson with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) A jab is wide from Sutton, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Sutton confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Sutton can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Wederson had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Sutton throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) An attempt to land a hook to the body from Sutton fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Wederson takes the chance and grabs Sutton into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:59) Wederson looks to sweep a leg out from under Sutton so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 2 - 01:59) Wederson uses a nice inside leg trip and Sutton is forced to pull guard!

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Wederson is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Wederson passes guard, but Sutton was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) The scramble somehow results in Wederson underneath Sutton in north-south position.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Sutton pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) Sutton blocks Wederson as he tries to scramble.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Sutton pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.

(Rd 2 - 00:28) Wederson tries a get out from under north-south, but doesn't budge Sutton.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Sutton strikes Wederson in the ribs with a few short elbows, but they lack venom.

(Rd 2 - 00:01) Wederson tries to move from under Sutton, but can't get free.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Sutton took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Sutton ahead 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Sutton lands a left jab, but Wederson avoids a big right.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Coming forward, Wederson is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) Sutton hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) Sutton is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Wederson looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Sutton simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Sutton lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:30) Sutton hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Sutton is looking really tired.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) Wederson wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) Sutton can't connect with a jab, but then hits Wederson with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Without taking too much damage, Wederson is able to clinch with Sutton.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) Wederson attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Sutton on the ground.

(Rd 3 - 02:54) An outside leg trip sweeps Sutton down to the ground where he is left on his back under side control!

(Rd 3 - 02:40) Wederson tries to lock Sutton into a kimura.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) Sutton gets caught by a kimura, it's in deep!

(Rd 3 - 02:40) No! He pops free. That was really close.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) Sutton remains stuck under side control though.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) Sutton tries to pull guard on Wederson but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 02:09) Wederson tries to put Sutton into an americana.

(Rd 3 - 02:09) Sutton doesn't allow the americana to be applied.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Wederson blocks Sutton as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Wederson tries to lock Sutton into an arm triangle.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Sutton blocks it.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Wederson blocks Sutton as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Wederson starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Sutton rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.

(Rd 3 - 00:13) Wederson attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 00:13) Sutton doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Sutton, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Wederson needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Wederson looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Sutton simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Sutton can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Wederson with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:49) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Wederson.

(Rd 4 - 04:37) A jab hits home from Sutton and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:20) A jab is wide from Sutton, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) Sutton looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Sutton dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:57) Seeing that Sutton looks shattered, Wederson easily pulls him into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:57) Wederson looks to sweep a leg out from under Sutton so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 4 - 03:57) He sweeps the leg, sending Sutton to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control!

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Wederson keeps Sutton guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 4 - 03:18) Wederson attempts to kimura Sutton from side control.

(Rd 4 - 03:18) The kimura is fully applied, Sutton has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 4 - 02:57) Wederson de Oliveira takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: Wederson de Oliveira defeats Ethan 'The Terror' Sutton (Submission (Kimura) in 2:03 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Wederson de Oliveira name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Soldier of Fortune" Thomas Smith (15-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Portland, Oregon, Favorite: -890) vs. Katsunosuki Nakata (8-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Sapporo, Japan, Underdog: +710)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Soldier Of Fortune' Thomas Smith battles Katsunosuki Nakata in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Shaunagh Irvine, Johnny Beerbohm, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Smith clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Nakata connects with two left hands and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Nakata comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Nakata steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Nakata can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Smith with a right hook.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Nakata throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Smith seizes the chance and grabs Nakata into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Smith uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Nakata.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Using his wrestling skills, Smith is trying to push Nakata up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Smith manages it and controls Nakata up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Smith smothers Nakata against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Nakata takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) With Nakata stuck against the cage, Smith tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) The takedown is completed, Smith would not be denied.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Smith takes the back of Nakata directly off the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Smith gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) Smith, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) The rear naked choke is in deep, Nakata has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 02:04) By submission, the winner is Thomas Smith!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Soldier Of Fortune' Thomas Smith defeats Katsunosuki Nakata (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:56 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Thomas Smith thanks everyone connected to Team Desire 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 he's very happy here. Thomas Smith can certainly talk and it makes him very marketable as a result.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Spartan" Davis Spyrou (20-7, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Fierce" Pierce Jeeler (6-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Rugby, England, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Spartan' Davis Spyrou competes against 'Fierce' Pierce Jeeler in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Millhouse Twain, and Shaunagh Irvine.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Spyrou is off target with a right jab and also is well off target with a head kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Spyrou lets two punches sail past, his head movement proving far too good for Jeeler.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Spyrou misses wildly with a spinning kick and gets countered with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Spyrou misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Jeeler misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Spyrou to attack with a jab and a big left hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Spyrou feints an attack that leaves Jeeler slightly off balance.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Spyrou uses a right jab but misses a high kick. Jeeler hits a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Grinning broadly, Jeeler motions for Spyrou to try and hit him.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Jeeler misses with a big right hand, allowing Spyrou to counter with a good left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Jeeler misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Spyrou to attack with a quick right jab and a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) Jeeler misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Spyrou to attack with a jab and a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Spyrou hits a jab but is well off target with a head kick. Jeeler hits a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Jeeler falls for a clever feint.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Jeeler misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Jeeler misses a right hook and gets countered with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Spyrou, 10-9 on my card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Jeeler is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Spyrou is off-target with a jab but launches a left head kick that did damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) Jeeler covers up, retreating until pressed against the cage...wait, I think he is on rubbery legs! He is hurt!

(Rd 2 - 04:15) Jeeler somehow dodges a vicious overhand left.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Having apparently cleared his head, Jeeler is able to circle away from the cage and return to the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Jeeler misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a kick to the leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) That was the perfect example of how Spyrou can use his reach advantage.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) He can use it to hit Jeeler at range.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) Spyrou dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a nice high roundhouse kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) There's no question that Jeeler is getting badly outstruck so far in this fight.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Jeeler backs off until pressed against the cage and covers up, clearly rocked! Spyrou immediately advances, sensing that this is a chance to end the fight!

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Spyrou moves in for the kill and lands a big left hand around the guard! Jeeler is rocked again!

(Rd 2 - 02:49) A left head kick from Spyrou lands clean and knocks Jeeler down and out! It's all over!

(Rd 2 - 02:36) The winner, by knock out, is 'The Spartan' Davis Spyrou!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Spartan' Davis Spyrou defeats 'Fierce' Pierce Jeeler (Knock Out (Kick) in 2:24 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Davis Spyrou name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Davis Spyrou says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

Attendance: 149

Gate Reciepts: $11,801

Sponsorship: $23,404

Ad Revenue: $201,986

PPV Revenue: $20,280

Merchandise: $3,422

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $151,610)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Davis Spyrou              $11,300      Pierce Jeeler            $1,690       KotN: Spyrou: $5,000
Thomas Smith              $6,300       Katsunosuki Nakata       $1,690
Wederson de Oliveira      $17,520      Ethan Sutton             $11,950      FotN: Both: $10,000
                                                                             Perf: de Oliveira: $5,000
Ollie Castle              $2,880       Todd D'Abruzzo           $1,690
Esteban Vega              $2,880       Luka Hajek               $1,820
Casim Yenkini             $2,520       Nick Detroit             $2,080
Heath Kaladaris           $12,700      Keitaro Mankino          $1,690       SotN: Kaladaris: $5,000
                                                                             Perf: Kaladaris: $5,000
Ginger Beaumont           $4,860       Ed Burridge              $1,820
Tore Herlovsen            $7,520       Drew Jenks               $1,820       Perf: Herlovsen: $5,000

Nate Dawes                $2,880       Susumu Katoh             $1,690
Jason Pilgrim             $1,950       Alceu de Castro          $1,400
Saemon Endo               $2,550       Marcelo Oberto           $2,300
Jackson Goode             $2,400       Carson Neuwirth          $1,300
Ukyo Narita               $8,300       Akihiro Jippensha        $1,300       Perf: Narita: $5,000
Chesney Brightman         $7,100       Bixente Fontaine         $6,300       Perf: Both: $5,000
Leandro Bastos            $2,100       Thiago Azevedo           $1,200
Osi Lewis                 $2,250       Eric Dartmouth           $1,300
Wesley Sneep              $2,400       Liam Spurling            $1,200
Glenn Pimm                $3,450       Henry Farrell            $110
Jemaine McKenzie          $2,100       Robin Catskill           $1,300

 

 

Drug Testing: $22,520

Production: $96,864

 

Profit: $-10,101

 

Critical Rating: 72%

Commercial Rating: 44%

 

 

Popularity Changes

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USA                 -0.4%             63.9% (Mid Level Regional)
UK                  +0.1%             72.5% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +0.1%             36.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           -1.0%             60.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               -0.1%             48.6% (Mid Level Regional)
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Russia              +0.1%             36.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +1.0%             29.4% (Low Level Regional)
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Central America     +2.4%             19.7% (Low Level Regional)
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- The drug test results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 13, and all fighters tested clean. - OzCast, the Australian Pay-Per-View affiliate of the CTC, is once again complaining about the lack of star power in their shows.

- Glenn Pimm suffered a Broken Jaw during his victory over Henry Farrell, and will miss about 3 and a half weeks of training, this should not affect his ability to continue in the tournament.

- Todd D'Abruzzo suffered a Broken Jaw during his TKO loss to Ollie Castle, and will miss two weeks of training. He has been eliminated from the tournament and will likely not have a fight in the near future.

- The following fighters have been cut from the roster following their elimination from the tournament: Pierce Jeeler, Katsunosuki Nakata, Luka Hajek, Nick Detroit, Keitaro Mankino, Ed Burridge, Drew Jenks, Susumu Katoh, Alceu de Castro, Marcelo Oberto, Carson Neuwirth, Akihiro Jippensha, Bixente Fontaine, Thiago Azevedo, Eric Dartmouth, Liam Spurling, Henry Farrell, and Robin Catskill.

- The services of Ethan Sutton and Todd D'Abruzzo have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules.

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

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Saturday, Week 2, March 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Otto Cascudo (25-13, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #100, Underdog: +100) vs. "Crushin'" Moe Muschin (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #157, Favorite: -110)

Otto Cascudo is a tough old veteran from Brazil, who despite having been in many gruelling wars over his decade-plus long career, remains a difficult opponent to face thanks to his solid grappling skills and the submission threat that his BJJ training gives him. Moe Muschin is a young Canadian wrestler who has a good powerful clinch game but lacks badly in the stand-up department. He will definately need to improve his striking before he can even think about competing at a high level. The winner of this fight will face #29 Kojuro Kudo in the Second Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Arizona Strangler" Hunter Scribbins (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #125, Underdog: +100) vs. "The Tap Out Artist" Billy Russell (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #132, Favorite: -110)

Hunter Scribbins is a young wrestler, who is noted for his excellent takedowns which are very hard to avoid. His striking is adequate and improving, but his greatest threat comes from his great guillotine choke, a move that resulted in his nickname. Billy Russell is a submission artist from Puerto Rico, who is a very good grappler, whose M.O. is to get the fight to the mat by any means necessary, then to work slowly and patiently towards locking up a stray limb into one of his many holds. His lack of stand-up makes him predictable, and he will never be a top contender until he addresses this flaw, but the sheer quality of his ground game will eat up many opponents anyway. The winner of this fight will face #4 Carlos da Guia in the Second Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ramon da Silva Ramos (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #52, Favorite: -650) vs. Budiman Lie (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #205, Underdog: +510)

Ramon da Silva Ramos is one of the hottest prospects in Brazilian MMA. An outstanding kick boxer with a lethal head kick in his arsenal, he is also tough to take down and even tougher to submit. His one and only apparent weakness is that his grappling is mediocre at best, leaving him open to being shut down by top wrestler. He was an FLB regular for a few years, and is coming off a Split Decision victory over Isaiah Monroe in his GAMMA debut. Budiman Lie is a karate fighter from Indonesia, whose strength lies in his powerful kicks and excellent movement. However, if an opponent can get hold of him, his weak grappling skills can be exploited. If he can resolve that issue he could go on to be a really top class fighter. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Rhys Buck vs. Oleg Tariverdiev in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Rhys "Fast" Buck (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournment Seed: #77, Underdog: +800) vs. Oleg Tariverdiev (10-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #180, Favorite: -1010)

Ram Phookan is a dangerous pugilist, who is a sharp striker with one of the nicest jab in MMA. He doesn't necessarily have knock out power, but he can certainly batter away at his opponents chin over time. Pretty poor on the ground, he has wisely developed a sensational sprawl that makes it extremely difficult for anyone to get him onto his back. Phookan has lost three fights in a row, and is coming off a second round knock out loss to Ginger Beaumont in his last fight. Julio Gutierrez is a young prospect from Mexico, a fine striker who has an evolving ground game too. Once he has fully developed as a fighter and gained some experience he could well turn into a real top contender. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Andrew Rush vs. Pip Mercurial in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Billy "Deep Water" Fish (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #84, Underdog: +460) vs. Bill "The Marine" Brown (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #173, Favorite: -580)

Billy Fish is a young Londoner who is beginning to make waves in the Middleweight division. A student of folk wrestling, his style is all about getting in close and wearing down opponents. He doesn't finish opponents very often, but his style offers a lot of safety and so he doesn't get into trouble very often either. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Paul Goodfellow in BCF. Bill Brown is physically imposing, and might be the best pure athlete in MMA. On top of his physical gifts, he is a good wrestler, and an extremely dangerous predator on the ground where he can comfortably finish opponents with either brutal ground and pound or his slick submission skills. The winner of this fight will face #45 Genki Shinashi in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Charlie Oakley (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Favorite: -390) vs. "Captain Marvel" Mortimer Greenfell (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #188, Underdog: +310)

Charlie Oakley is a student of the art of catch wrestling, who is now looking to apply his high-level grappling knowledge to MMA. A beast on the ground, where his ability to control and submit opponents is excellent, if he can raise his standing game he'll be very tough to beat. He has won both his BCF fights, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Edgar Van Den Hoogenband in his last fight. Mortimer Greenfell originally comes from an amateur wrestling background. He was an excellent collegiate grappler, but has since developed his overall game to make himself more complete. Normally a Middleweight, Greenfell looks like he has the tools to be a really good MMA competitor in the not too distant future. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Uwe Maier vs. Wes Hersch in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Yaichiro "Moon Boy" Takahama (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #53, Favorite: -730) vs. Chip Warburton (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #204, Underdog: +580)

Yaichiro Takahama is a tall, thin Middleweight who likes to use his crisp boxing to take apart opponents. He has decent grappling and ground skills, but usually uses them purely in a defensive capacity. He has lost both his fights since signing with ALPHA-1 last year, and is coming off a second round knock out loss to Motoyuki Matsumara in his last fight. Chip Warburton is a brawler from Florida, who is a tough guy who relies heavily on his iron chin and ability to withstand punishment to keep him in fights long enough for him to connect with one of his wild winged big left hands. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Augustus Shorrock vs. Mateo Jane in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Uwe "Max" Maier (11-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Underdog: +410) vs. Wes "The Hurt" Hersch (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #197, Favorite: -520)

Uwe Maier is a fairly standard fighter, who is a decent kick boxer who can trade comfortably with most people but who lacks the power or ground game to ever be one of the elite. He is a regular with SIGMA, and is coming off a second round knock out loss to Fernando Amaro in his last fight. Wes Hersch is an extremely promising Middleweight, who has an extensive background in amateur wrestling but has added some great submission skills on top of that. The result is that he has the ability to take most guys to the ground and the know-how to end fights once they get there. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Charlie Oakley vs. Mortimer Greenfell in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Doctor" Wayne McKellen (7-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #85, Underdog: +240) vs. Vlad "Killer" Kogan (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #172, Favorite: -310)

Wayne McKellen was a decent kick boxer throughout his teens, then made the switch to MMA in the mid-90s. His striking is crisp, but his lack of ability at close quarters, especially on the ground where he looks absolutely clueless, is obvious. Despite his shortcomings he fought his way into a BCF Middleweight title shot in 1998, only to get outclassed by Davis Spyrou, and his career has been in a downward spiral since. He has lost his last two fights, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Rhys Buck in his last fight. Vlad Kogan is a kick boxer from the mean streets of Russia, who is a very technically skilled striker who can pick apart opponents with precision. Blessed with a rock solid chin, Kogan could go places. The winner of this fight will face #44 Vivinho in the Second Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Demon From Derbyshire" Andrew Rush (18-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #68, Underdog: +350) vs. Pip Mercurial (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #189, Favorite: -440)

Andrew Rush is a talented kick boxer, whose quick and accurate strikes are difficult to deal with and would be enought to make him a real force in MMA if it wasn't for the fact that he is so abysmal on the ground and has never been anything approaching the takedown defence necessary to stop most high level opponents. He challenged for the BCF Middleweight title in 1997, but his career has been in a downward spiral since that loss, and he is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Ollie Castle in his last fight. Pip Mercurial is a physically powerful fighter from a wrestling background, and that fact is clear to see in his style of fighting, he loves to grap opponents and work them over with dirty boxing while pinning them to the cage. Pip also has some decent boxing at his disposal, which is impressive since he is entirely self-taught. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ram Phookan vs. Julio Gutierrez in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Augustus Shorrock (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #76, Favorite: -480) vs. Mateo "G.I." Jane (6-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #181, Underdog: +380)

Augustus Shorrock is a big Middleweight, who uses his power and grappling ability to wear down opponents before looking to ground and pound to finish. His limited skill set, especially in regards to strikes, means that he tends to struggle against top quality opposition. He has been a regular with BCF for a few years, though he has yet to seperate himself from the pack. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Ivor Orr in his last fight. Mateo Jane is a decent wrestler from California, who likes to grind out results from the top position once he gets opponents down. It's a boring approach but effective against many people. He doesn't have the skill to ever be a major player, but he'll no doubt have a decent career on the regional scene. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Yaichiro Takahama vs. Chip Warburton in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Euclydes Filho (19-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #109, Favorite: -170) vs. Brendon "The Jock" Nicol (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #148, Underdog: +130)

Euclydes Filho is a veteran, who originally comes from a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu background but has developed into a hybrid submission/stand-up fighter over time. His career is winding down, but he remains a servicable fighter. He had a short run with FLB from 96-99, but was cut after failing to win any of his three fights. Brendon Nicol was an excellent amateur wrestler who is now looking to dominate MMA. Superb in the clinch, his ability to wear down opponents with smothering grappling and dirty boxing will be the key to his attempt to conquer the sport. The winner of this fight will face #20 Henning Olsen in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Nathan "N-Ron" Ronald (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #124, Underdog: +590) vs. Frederico Vergara (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #133, Favorite: -750)

Nathan Ronald is a former amateur boxing stand-up, who is a noted power puncher who can drop pretty much anyone on the planet if he lands his big right hand anywhere near their jaw. Frederico Vergara is a very promising young Mexican fighter, who is originally from a boxing background, as is obvious when you see his hands in action, but has also dabbled in other areas of MMA. The result is a well rounded competitor who will only improve as he gains experience. The winner of this fight will face #5 Braulio Moura in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Mariusz Nowak (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #117, Underdog: +460) vs. Jordan "Fred" Flintstone (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #140, Favorite: -580)

Mariusz Nowak is a wrestler by trade, who has the grappling skills to give anybody problems, but seems more happy loading up his massive overhand right and going head-hunting instead. Jordan Flintstone was a stand-out wrestler in college and now has combined his grappling with a vicious ground and pound game to make him a dangerous opponent. He will need to improve his mediocre cardio if he is to ever trouble the elite of MMA however. The winner of this fight will face #12 Osmosis Benn in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Chaim Alexievich (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #108, Favorite: -300) vs. Meiji Hagiwara (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #149, Underdog: +230)

Chaim Alexievich is a Belarussian wrestler, who is a rugged competitor who has the tenacity of a pitbull in the cage. He likes to grind out results by using his grappling skills to smother an opponent against the cage or ground, from where he can beat them up with dirty boxing or ground and pound. Meiji Hagiwara is a former amateur boxer, who has very good hands and likes to clinically take apart opponents with jabs and body shots. He lacks the power to stop people, and the rest of his MMA game is poor, and those two facts combine to make a sizable weakness. The winner of this fight will face #21 Sutton Ripley in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Osvald Kikkas (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #93, Underdog: +150) vs. Tyrone "T-Dog" Malik (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #164, Favorite: -200)

Osvald Kikkas is a promising fighter from Estonia, who is a good solid wrestler who likes to get in tight and control opponents. He needs to diversify and add a quality striking game and some submissions to his arsenal in order to be truly a threat, but he has plenty of time to improve. Tyrone Malik is one of the most flamboyant personalities in MMA, unsurprisingly a convert from pro wrestling, of which he is a huge fan. Putting aside his theatrics Malik is actually a very solid grappler with heavy hands, but his slowness and lack of versatility are black marks against him that would likely be exposed should he move outside the regional scene. The winner of this fight will face #36 Maarten de Vries in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Mr. Fantastic" Ojay Houghley (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #92, Favorite: -540) vs. Andre Passos (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #165, Underdog: +430)

Ojay Houghley is an all-rounder from Green Bay, Wisconsin. He trained in boxing in his early teens, but soon branched out and tried his hand at wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, and kick boxing too. The end result is a fighter who feels comfortable wherever a contest ends up and that versatility makes him a dangerous foe. Andre Passos is a Muay Thai specialist, who is a pure striker who loves to stand and bang. He's by no means the best fighter in the world, but he has the skills to have a decent enough career and will likely always be a fan favorite because of his willingness to engage in exciting brawls. The winner of this fight will face #37 Hiroshige Shiga in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Toshiaki Ukiyo (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #101, Underdog: +460) vs. Suketsune Okuma (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #156, Favorite: -580)

Toshiaki Ukiyo is a tall Middleweight, who is a tricky boxer who can dazzle opponents with his slick punching ability. Not great off his back, he does however have great hips and as a result his sprawl is superb, meaning opponents struggle to get him down. Suketsune Okuma is a powerhouse wrestler who likes to smother his way to victory with his abilities from top control. A tough customer who can take a punch, his biggest weakness is his cardio as he is prone to gassing early. The winner of this fight will face #28 Carl Ratcliffe in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Rodrigo de Mello (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #116, Underdog: +450) vs. Marco de Almeida (28-15, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #141, Favorite: -570)

Rodrigo de Mello is a solid boxer from Brazil. An elusive target, he loves to catch opponents on the counter with is trusty left hook. The rest of his MMA game, however, is not up to the same level as his boxing. Marco de Almeida is a former kick boxer who is now a veteran of MMA with over forty fights to his name. A middle of the pack fighter, he's good enough to beat most of the lesser lights of the sport, but he is nowhere near talented enough to go toe-to-toe with the elite. He is best known for his time in the FLB Middleweight division, where he managed a moderate 3-3 record. The winner of this fight will face #13 Fjodor Kanchelskis in the Second Round.

 

Weigh-In Results

Otto Cascude (185 lbs) vs. Moe Muschin (185 lbs)

Hunter Scribbins (185 lbs) vs. Billy Russell (185 lbs)

Ramon da Silva Ramos (185 lbs) vs. Budiman Lie (185 lbs)

Rhys Buck (185 lbs) vs. Oleg Tariverdiev (185 lbs)

Ram Phookan (185 lbs) vs. Julio Gutierrez (185 lbs)

Billy Fish (185 lbs) vs. Bill Brown (185 lbs)

Charlie Oakley (185 lbs) vs. Mortimer Greenfell (185 lbs)

Yaichiro Takahama (185 lbs) vs. Chip Warburton (185 lbs)

Uwe Maier (185 lbs) vs. Wes Hersch (185 lbs)

Wayne McKellen (185 lbs) vs. Vlad Kogan (185 lbs)

Andrew Rush (185 lbs) vs. Pip Mercurial (185 lbs)

Augustus Shorrock (185 lbs) vs. Mateo Jane (185 lbs)

Euclydes Filho (185 lbs) vs. Brendon Nicol (185 lbs)

Nathan Ronald (185 lbs) vs. Frederico Vergara (185 lbs)

Mariusz Nowak (185 lbs) vs. Jordan Flintstone (185 lbs)

Chaim Alexievich (185 lbs) vs. Meiji Hagiwara (185 lbs)

Osvald Kikkas (185 lbs) vs. Tyrone Malik (185 lbs)

Ojay Houghley (185 lbs) vs. Andre Passos (185 lbs)

Toshiaki Ukiyo (185 lbs) vs. Suketsune Okuma (185 lbs)

Rodrigo de Mello (185 lbs) vs. Marco de Almeida (174 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 17 Full Fight Card

MW: Otto Cascudo vs. Moe Muschin

MW: Hunter Scribbins vs. Billy Russell

MW: Ramon da Silva Ramos vs. Budiman Lie

MW: Rhys Buck vs. Oleg Tariverdiev

MW: Ram Phookan vs. Julio Gutierrez

MW: Billy Fish vs. Bill Brown

MW: Charlie Oakley vs. Mortimer Greenfell

MW: Yaichiro Takahama vs. Chip Warburton

MW: Uwe Maier vs. Wes Hersch

MW: Wayne McKellen vs. Vlad Kogan

 

MW: Andrew Rush vs. Pip Mercurial

MW: Augustus Shorrock vs. Mateo Jane

MW: Euclydes Filho vs. Brendon Nicol

MW: Nathan Ronald vs. Frederico Vergara

MW: Mariusz Nowak vs. Jordan Flintstone

MW: Chaim Alexievich vs. Meiji Hagiwara

MW: Osvald Kikkas vs. Tyrone Malik

MW: Ojay Houghley vs. Andre Passos

MW: Toshiaki Ukiyo vs. Suketsune Okuma

MW: Rodrigo de Mello vs. Marco de Almeida

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Saturday, Week 2, March 2002

Live From Kelowna, British Columbia

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Rodrigo de Mello (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +450) vs. Marco de Almeida (28-15, 0-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Favorite: -570)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first fight of the night is Rodrigo de Mello squaring off with Marco de Almeida.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) de Almeida comes in to engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) de Almeida misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Rodrigo to attack with a quick right jab and a big left hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) de Almeida comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) de Almeida hits a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) de Almeida steps in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) de Almeida is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand. Rodrigo doesn't connect with a right jab but hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Looking a bit tense, de Almeida moves around the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) de Almeida comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Rodrigo slips past a right hook and counters with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Moving forward, de Almeida looks to strike. Rodrigo stands ready.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Both fighters throw, both fighters fail to hit the target.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Rodrigo uses his good movement to dodge a couple of quick punches and a big head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Rodrigo is off target with a right jab and also has a left hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) de Almeida steps in, watched all the way by Rodrigo.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) de Almeida misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Rodrigo to attack with a right jab and a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Rodrigo lets de Almeida step in, ready to counter.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Rodrigo shows his good head movement, bobbing and weaving his way past two punches.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Rodrigo misses a jab and also can't hit a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Rodrigo lets de Almeida step in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) de Almeida lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Stepping in, de Almeida looks to engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) de Almeida lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Rodrigo finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Stepping in, de Almeida looks to engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) de Almeida hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) de Almeida moves in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) de Almeida misses a right hook and gets countered with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Stepping in, de Almeida looks to engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) de Almeida can't catch Rodrigo, whose good head movement allows him to slip away from a two punch combination.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Rodrigo doesn't connect with a right jab and also has a left hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Rodrigo lets de Almeida step in, ready to counter.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) de Almeida hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Rodrigo doesn't connect with a right jab but nails a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) de Almeida moves in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Rodrigo uses a right jab but misses with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) de Almeida misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Rodrigo took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There is a buzz building around the crowd, they can smell a potential upset here.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Rodrigo stands ready as de Almeida moves in.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) de Almeida is off target with a left jab but hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Rodrigo hits a two-punch combination, a quick right and a straight left.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Rodrigo is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Rodrigo lets de Almeida step in, ready to counter.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) de Almeida scores with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Rodrigo lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Rodrigo lets de Almeida step in, ready to counter.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) de Almeida hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. Rodrigo is off-target with a jab but lands a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) de Almeida is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) de Almeida moves in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) de Almeida hits a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) Rodrigo misses a jab but connects cleanly with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) de Almeida comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) de Almeida is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand. Rodrigo scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) Rodrigo got accidentally poked in the eye on that exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) He gets a few moments to recover in a neutral corner.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) The fight resumes.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) de Almeida moves in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) de Almeida misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Rodrigo attacks with a solid left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Stepping in, de Almeida looks to engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) de Almeida connects with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Rodrigo hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) de Almeida moves in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) de Almeida lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) Rodrigo misses with a right jab but lands a nice left hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) de Almeida backs off until pressed against the cage, dazed but alert enough to know to retreat and cover up! Rodrigo follows, sensing a chance to end the fight here and now!

(Rd 2 - 00:39) A big left hand catches de Almeida flush and snaps his head back!

(Rd 2 - 00:35) A big left hand catches de Almeida flush and snaps his head back!

(Rd 2 - 00:35) With de Almeida slumped against the cage and taking a beating, the referee leaps in and stops the fight!

(Rd 2 - 00:35) I think the referee was slow to react, that should have been stopped earlier.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Rodrigo de Mello takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Rodrigo de Mello defeats Marco de Almeida (TKO (Strikes) in 4:34 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Rodrigo de Mello thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks all his family, friends, and supporters. Rodrigo de Mello celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Toshiaki Ukiyo (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Underdog: +460) vs. Suketsune Okuma (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -580)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Toshiaki Ukiyo squares off with Suketsune Okuma.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Okuma hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Ukiyo lands a flurry of four quick punches but can't connect with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Ukiyo comes in fast with five quick punches, landing five of them, and then hits Okuma with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Ukiyo confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Okuma may have been setting up to shoot, but Ukiyo aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Two jabs hit home from Ukiyo and then he hits Okuma with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) A quick flurry of punches from Ukiyo sees three of three hit home and then catches Okuma with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Okuma comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Ukiyo cannot stop the takedown, Okuma drove in with too much power with a beauty of a double leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) The takedown leaves Ukiyo seated with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Okuma tries to control Ukiyo against the cage, but finds it a struggle.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Ukiyo hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) Okuma pushes forward against Ukiyo, basically smothering him against the cage wall.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Okuma tries to smother Ukiyo against the cage wall but can't keep control long enough.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Ukiyo, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Okuma attempts a guillotine.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Ukiyo blocks the choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Ukiyo hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Okuma pounds away with punches but does minimal damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Okuma tries to control Ukiyo against the cage, but finds it a struggle.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Ukiyo, trapped against the cage, pummels Okuma on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce separates them.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Okuma comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) The takedown is unsuccessful, Ukiyo sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Ukiyo, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Okuma, the heavy favourite, would not have expected the first round to go like that; he looks a little dazed.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Okuma, but Ukiyo was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Ukiyo lands a flurry of three quick punches and then hits Okuma with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Okuma may have been setting up to shoot, but Ukiyo aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Stepping in, Ukiyo lands four quick punches and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) A defensive jab hits from Okuma.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) A jab hits home from Ukiyo and then he hits Okuma with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Ukiyo steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Attacking with intent, Ukiyo scores with three out of a flurry of four punches but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) A flurry of five punches from Ukiyo see them all connect and then hits Okuma with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) A flurry of four punches from Ukiyo see two of them land and then catches Okuma with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) Okuma chooses to shoot in on Ukiyo.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) Okuma gets the takedown! Ukiyo pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Time slips away as Okuma successfully keeps Ukiyo stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) The clock runs down as Ukiyo is being smothered against the ground by Okuma.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Okuma pounds away, but Ukiyo isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Ukiyo drags Okuma in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) Okuma smothers Ukiyo with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 00:13) Okuma lies on top of Ukiyo, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Ukiyo, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Ukiyo.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Ukiyo lands a left hand and then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 3 - 04:34) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Okuma, but Ukiyo was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:34) A flurry of five punches from Ukiyo see five of them land and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Ukiyo is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) Okuma comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) The takedown is completed, Ukiyo is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) Ukiyo is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Okuma off of him.

(Rd 3 - 03:33) Okuma smothers Ukiyo with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) Okuma tries to pound on Ukiyo, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 02:48) Okuma leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Ukiyo.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Okuma lies on top of Ukiyo, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 02:11) The clock runs down as Ukiyo is being smothered against the ground by Okuma.

(Rd 3 - 01:47) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.

(Rd 3 - 01:47) Taking a few gulps of breath, Okuma is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Okuma chooses to shoot in on Ukiyo.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) A great sprawl from Ukiyo prevents the takedown.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Stepping in, Ukiyo lands five quick punches and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) Ukiyo comes in fast with three quick punches, landing three of them, and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Okuma shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Okuma can't get past the sprawl of Ukiyo and has to give up on the takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:01) Okuma appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Ukiyo took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 00:01) Ukiyo fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Okuma with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Ukiyo.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Okuma, he's running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) There's a takedown attempt from Okuma.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Ukiyo sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range.

(Rd 4 - 04:16) Ukiyo comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing two of them, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Attacking with a quick flurry, Ukiyo lands three of four punches but can't connect with a right to the body.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) Ukiyo comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) Attacking with a quick flurry, Ukiyo lands two of four punches and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) Attacking with intent, Ukiyo scores with four out of a flurry of four punches and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 02:51) Ukiyo is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Okuma may have been setting up to shoot, but Ukiyo aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Attacking with a quick flurry, Ukiyo lands five of five punches and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Okuma had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Ukiyo can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) Okuma had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) A quick flurry of punches from Ukiyo sees five of five hit home and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:39) Okuma comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 01:39) The takedown is completed, Ukiyo is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:39) That's his fourth takedown.

(Rd 4 - 01:25) The clock runs down as Ukiyo is being smothered against the ground by Okuma.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Okuma lies on top of Ukiyo, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 00:31) Okuma fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:11) Ukiyo tries to catch Okuma with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Breathing very hard, Ukiyo is looking ragged.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Ukiyo.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Okuma is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 5 - 04:45) Ukiyo lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:23) Ukiyo steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 5 - 04:23) Ukiyo comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing five of them, and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 03:47) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Okuma, but Ukiyo was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 03:47) Showing good hand speed, Ukiyo lands a flurry of four punches and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) Ukiyo closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) Okuma looked like he was going to shoot, but Ukiyo simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) Ukiyo moves in behind four quick punches, four of them finding a home, and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:55) Ukiyo looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 02:47) Ukiyo comes in fast with four quick punches, landing four of them, and then catches Okuma with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 02:47) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Okuma.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:15) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Okuma.

(Rd 5 - 02:15) A great sprawl from Ukiyo prevents the takedown.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) Okuma is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) A jab is wide from Ukiyo, but then he hits Okuma with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) A jab is wide from Ukiyo, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 01:20) Okuma, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 01:20) The takedown is completed, Ukiyo is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:06) For the moment Okuma is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 5 - 00:42) Ukiyo tries to catch Okuma with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Okuma pounds away on Ukiyo but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:10) Ukiyo throws out some punches, but Okuma leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Breathing very hard, Okuma is looking ragged.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Ukiyo, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Toshiaki Ukiyo is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Toshiaki Ukiyo defeats Suketsune Okuma (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Toshiaki Ukiyo thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Visibly delighted, Toshiaki Ukiyo celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. Toshiaki Ukiyo is good in these interviews and knows how to sell himself.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Mr. Fantastic" Ojay Houghley (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Green Bay, Wisconsin, Favorite: -540) vs. Andre Passos (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +430)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'Mr. Fantastic' Ojay Houghley competes against Andre Passos.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Ian Rivers, Christina Shaw, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Passos moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Passos throws a punch but Houghley avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Houghley opens Passos up with a feint.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Houghley counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Passos doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Houghley finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Houghley had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Passos can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Passos misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Houghley comes in with two jabs that are followed by a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Two defensive jabs hit from Houghley, but neither had any power.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Passos can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Houghley shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Passos gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Houghley begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Houghley passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Passos starts scrambling.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) The scramble somehow results in Passos underneath Houghley in north-south position.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Houghley hits a short knee to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Houghley blocks Passos as he tries to scramble.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Passos takes a short knee strike to the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Houghley blocks Passos as he tries to scramble.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Passos takes a short knee strike to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Passos tries to move from under Houghley, but can't get free.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) Houghley decides to alter positions and moves himself into side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Houghley is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) He loses his control momentarily as he tries the mount and a scramble begins.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) The scramble results in Passos being on his back pulling half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) In half guard, Houghley begins working to get side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Passos fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) The scramble results in Passos turtled with Houghley on his back.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Houghley tries to put Passos in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Houghley sinks the choke in deeply, but Passos survives the few seconds until the round ends!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Houghley.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Passos is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) Passos misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick attempt to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) With a clear opportunity, Houghley is able to move in fast and clinch with Passos.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Houghley is looking to muscle Passos back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Houghley manages it and controls Passos up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Houghley looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Passos grabs the cage to block the takedown!

(Rd 2 - 03:46) The referee spots that bit of cheating and gives a clear verbal warning!

(Rd 2 - 03:46) With Passos stuck against the cage, Houghley tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Passos grabs the cage to block the takedown!

(Rd 2 - 03:46) The referee spots it and stops the action. A point is taken off Passos!

(Rd 2 - 03:46) The bout is restarted from the position where it left off, with the two fighters against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) With Passos stuck against the cage, Houghley tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) The takedown is successful, Passos pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) In guard, Houghley begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Passos tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Houghley manages to come out on top, with Passos pulling guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Houghley unloads with two big elbows but Passos covers up well and absorbs all of the impact on his forearms.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Houghley tries to throw a slicing elbow, but misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Houghley drops some elbows on Passos but they're all taken comfortably on the arms or pushed away.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Houghley fires away with elbows but Passos doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Houghley tries to pass the guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Houghley passes guard, but Passos was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) The scramble leaves Passos on his back pulling half guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Houghley tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Houghley passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Passos starts scrambling.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Houghley manages to come out on top, with Passos pulling guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:23) Houghley begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:23) Passos keeps Houghley in guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Houghley fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away.

(Rd 2 - 00:20) Houghley unloads with some elbows but Passos deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Houghley unloads with some elbows but Passos deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Houghley.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Remember, Passos was also deducted a point in that round.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Houghley up 20-17.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:45) A jab is wide from Passos, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Passos lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) For the first time, Houghley is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Passos is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) Houghley shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Houghley starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Passos can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Houghley gains side control.

(Rd 3 - 03:04) Looking to catch his breath, Houghley is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:39) Houghley attempts an armbar.

(Rd 3 - 02:39) Passos stops Houghley from applying it.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) Looking to catch his breath, Houghley is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Houghley tries to ensnare Passos in a kimura.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Passos fights off the kimura attempt.

(Rd 3 - 01:04) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp stands them back up.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) Passos fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Houghley with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Passos looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Houghley shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Houghley drives forward and gets the takedown! Passos couldn't quite stop it.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Passos is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Houghley holding him down.

(Rd 3 - 00:21) Houghley fires away with punches, but Passos doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:01) Passos, trapped against the cage, pummels Houghley on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Houghley, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Passos, he's running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Passos hits a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Houghley hits a jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:34) There's a takedown attempt from Houghley.

(Rd 4 - 04:34) Passos cannot stop the takedown, Houghley drove in with too much power.

(Rd 4 - 04:34) Passos is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Houghley holding him down.

(Rd 4 - 04:25) Houghley begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position.

(Rd 4 - 04:25) He does brilliantly, and manages to get full mount on Passos!

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Houghley unloads with three hard elbows, Passos is getting rocked!

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Houghley throws short elbows over and over, Passos is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Referee Kyle Crisp jumps in and saves Passos from taking any more shots!

(Rd 4 - 03:22) The winner, by TKO, is 'Mr. Fantastic' Ojay Houghley!

 

 

Official Result: 'Mr. Fantastic' Ojay Houghley defeats Andre Passos (TKO (Strikes) in 1:38 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ojay Houghley thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Osvald Kikkas (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Tallinn, Estonia, Underdog: +150) vs. Tyrone "T-Dog" Malik (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Las Vegas, Nevada, Favorite: -200)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Osvald Kikkas faces Tyrone 'T-Dog' Malik.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Christina Shaw, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Kikkas shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Malik cannot stop the takedown and only catches Kikkas in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) In half guard, Kikkas begins working to get side control.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Malik doesn't let Kikkas get his leg free, and so half guard remains in place.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Using an underhook to set it up, Malik looks to scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) He may regret that choice, as it gives Kikkas the perfect opportunity to get side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Kikkas looks to get a mount.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Kikkas shifts to mount.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Malik eats a hard elbow strike that landed right on his cheek.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Malik eats a hard elbow strike that landed right on his cheek.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Malik eats a hard elbow strike that landed right on his cheek.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Kikkas pounds away with elbow strikes but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Malik tries to sweep Kikkas out of mount but can't do it.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Kikkas pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Kikkas counters an attempt by Malik to move him from mount by taking his back!

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Kikkas tries to put Malik in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Malik defends himself well against the choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Malik tries to turn over and sweep Kikkas but can't do it.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Kikkas successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Kikkas pounds away, but Malik isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Kikkas loses his hooks, as Malik pries them away.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round certainly got the fans going.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Kikkas.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Malik moves in and clinches.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Malik tries to wrestle Kikkas backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Kikkas isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Malik tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Malik can't get the trip, as Kikkas wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Using his wrestling skills, Kikkas is trying to push Malik up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Malik out-wrestles him though.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Malik is looking to muscle Kikkas back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) He does so and now has Kikkas pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Malik is wearing Kikkas down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 02:49) Malik looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Kikkas proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) Kikkas smothers Malik up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) Kikkas shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Malik has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) That's his second takedown of the fight.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) The clock runs down as Malik is being smothered against the ground by Kikkas.

(Rd 2 - 00:32) Kikkas looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:32) Malik fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) The scramble leaves Malik turtled up with Kikkas behind.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Kikkas unloads with lefts, but does fairly minimal damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Kikkas took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Kikkas up 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Malik gets close enough to clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) Malik tries to wrestle Kikkas backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) He does so and now has Kikkas pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Kikkas is trapped up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Malik is wearing Kikkas down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 3 - 02:31) Kikkas is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:31) Occasional short punches are all that happen for about the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:32) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:32) Kikkas is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 01:32) For the first time, Malik is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 01:18) Kikkas steps in and works his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) Kikkas tries to wrestle Malik backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) Kikkas does it, Malik is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:41) Malik is trapped up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:41) They dirty box each other at that range for thirty seconds or so.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Malik, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Kikkas is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Kikkas shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:55) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) In half guard, Kikkas begins working to get side control.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Kikkas almost gets side control, but Malik was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 4 - 04:33) The scramble ends with Malik grabbing Kikkas and shoving him up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Kikkas is trapped up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) The next sixty seconds or so sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Malik is wearing Kikkas down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:07) Up close, they start wrestling.

(Rd 4 - 02:07) Kikkas is the aggressor in the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:57) With control of the clinch, Kikkas tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 01:57) He has the takedown! Malik pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:46) Time slips away as Kikkas successfully keeps Malik stuck against the ground.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Malik is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Kikkas off of him.

(Rd 4 - 00:43) Kikkas throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 4 - 00:14) Malik throws out some punches, but Kikkas leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Kikkas took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Malik is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Malik throws a one-two, but Kikkas was equal to it.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) Kikkas gets hold of Malik, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) Using his wrestling skills, Kikkas is trying to push Malik up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) Kikkas doesn't manage it though, Malik defended it well.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) From the grapple, Malik tries to pick Kikkas up on his shoulder for a slam.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) He gets Kikkas up! Malik slams him down, ending up in side control.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Malik unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 5 - 03:42) Malik tries to get into the mount position.

(Rd 5 - 03:42) He gets the mount.

(Rd 5 - 03:07) Malik pounds away with right hands and Kikkas is in big trouble!

(Rd 5 - 02:48) Malik unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Kikkas.

(Rd 5 - 02:37) Malik pounds away, but Kikkas calmly deals with them.

(Rd 5 - 02:19) Kikkas tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Malik.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Malik tries to pound on Kikkas, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 5 - 01:40) Kikkas tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Malik.

(Rd 5 - 01:23) Malik fires away with punches, but Kikkas doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Malik blocks an attempt to move him from mount.

(Rd 5 - 00:41) Malik tries to pound on Kikkas, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 5 - 00:24) Breathing very hard, Malik is looking ragged.

(Rd 5 - 00:24) Kikkas tries to move Malik enough to get half guard, but can't get enough space.

(Rd 5 - 00:12) Malik fires off some rights, but Kikkas isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Malik, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 48-47.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Osvald Kikkas the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Osvald Kikkas defeats Tyrone 'T-Dog' Malik (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Osvald Kikkas name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Osvald Kikkas says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Chaim Alexievich (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Minsk, Belarus, Favorite: -300) vs. Meiji Hagiwara (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Underdog: +230)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Chaim Alexievich battles Meiji Hagiwara.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 185lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Alexievich is much bigger.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Alexievich warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Hagiwara connects with a nice jab and then hits Alexievich with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Alexievich shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) The takedown is completed, Hagiwara is on his back and pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Alexievich looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Alexievich almost gets side control, but Hagiwara was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Alexievich is up first and quickly grabs Hagiwara, pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Alexievich stomps down on his opponent's foot.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Alexievich smothers Hagiwara against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Alexievich pins Hagiwara up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Showing his ability to control opponents, Alexievich simply smothers Hagiwara against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Hagiwara, backed against the cage, can't really do much thanks to the control that Alexievich is exerting.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) They remain up against the cage for the next minute or so, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) 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 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Alexievich had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Hagiwara can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Hagiwara fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Alexievich with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Hagiwara confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Alexievich, backing off, hits a weak right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) A jab lands from Hagiwara, but misses when he attempts to go to the body after.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Hagiwara fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Alexievich with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Alexievich.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) There's a takedown attempt from Alexievich.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) The takedown is completed, Hagiwara is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Alexievich unloads with big elbows but Hagiwara is able to deal with most of them.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Alexievich deflects a couple of punches that Hagiwara threw from below.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Alexievich fires away with short elbows but does little in the way of actual damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Hagiwara tries to catch Alexievich with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Alexievich fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Hagiwara tries to catch Alexievich with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Alexievich throws a few relatively weak right hands.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Hagiwara throws out some punches, but Alexievich leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Alexievich attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) He passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) Alexievich attempts the mount.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Hagiwara rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 2 - 01:01) Hagiwara is in increasing trouble, as Alexievich gets both hooks in.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Alexievich, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Hagiwara fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:27) Hagiwara tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.

(Rd 2 - 00:10) Alexievich fires away with rights, but does little in the way of actual damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Alexievich.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Alexievich up 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Hagiwara hits a right jab and then catches Alexievich with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) Hagiwara closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Alexievich, but Hagiwara was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:32) Hagiwara connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice left hook to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) Hagiwara moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) Hagiwara hits a right jab and then catches Alexievich with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) For the first time, Hagiwara is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Hagiwara lands a right hand and then lands a left hand to the body.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Alexievich lands a weak, tentative jab.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Hagiwara lands a right hand and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) It looked like we were about to see Alexievich try and get some grappling started, but Hagiwara was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) Hagiwara uses a right jab, but can't connect with a left to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) Hagiwara hits a right hand, but can't connect with a left to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) It looked like we were about to see Alexievich try and get some grappling started, but Hagiwara was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) Hagiwara connects with a nice jab and then lands a left hand to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) Alexievich comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) Hagiwara cannot stop the takedown, Alexievich drove in with too much power with a beauty of a double leg.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) Hagiwara is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Alexievich holding him down.

(Rd 3 - 02:11) Alexievich fires away with rights, but does little in the way of actual damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) Alexievich looks to get a more dominant position by pushing Hagiwara from a seated position onto his back.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) He is much too good for Hagiwara, and gets the mount!

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Alexievich drops some stiff elbows and Hagiwara is getting pounded into the ground!

(Rd 3 - 01:03) Alexievich starts throwing elbows, Hagiwara is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 3 - 01:03) Hagiwara turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes!

(Rd 3 - 00:50) Alexievich tries to finish Hagiwara off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 00:50) Hagiwara doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.

(Rd 3 - 00:30) Hagiwara tries to turn over and sweep Alexievich but can't do it.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Alexievich fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Alexievich.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Hagiwara, he's running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Hagiwara closes in on Alexievich, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Hagiwara lands a jab and then catches Alexievich with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Alexievich comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) That's four takedowns from four attempts for Alexievich.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Alexievich hits a fast elbow strike to the head.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) Alexievich blocks Hagiwara as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Alexievich begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Alexievich doesn't even bother going to side control, he simply mounts Hagiwara.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) Alexievich starts dropping increasingly powerful elbows and Hagiwara is having serious difficulty surviving them!

(Rd 4 - 02:50) Alexievich throws short elbows over and over, Hagiwara is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 4 - 02:50) With Hagiwara taking a beating, referee Leo Behan has to stop the fight!

(Rd 4 - 02:39) By TKO, the winner is Chaim Alexievich!

 

 

Official Result: Chaim Alexievich defeats Meiji Hagiwara (TKO (Strikes) in 2:21 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Chaim Alexievitch name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Mariusz Nowak (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Warsaw, Poland, Underdog: +460) vs. Jordan "Fred" Flintstone (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Albuquerque, New Mexico, Favorite: -580)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Mariusz Nowak against Jordan 'Fred' Flintstone.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Nowak throws a punch but Flintstone was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Flintstone works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Flintstone tries to wrestle Nowak backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Flintstone can't manage it, Nowak fought it.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Flintstone is looking to muscle Nowak back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) He does so and now has Nowak pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Showing his ability to exert control, Flintstone smothers Nowak up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Flintstone tries to smother Nowak against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Flintstone against the cage instead.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) Nowak exerts total control, keeping Flintstone smothered against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) Nothing really happens for the next thirty seconds, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Nowak tries to smother Flintstone against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Nowak against the cage instead.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) 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 - 01:19) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Both fighters strike but without success.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Flintstone doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Nowak doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) It looked like we were about to see Nowak try and get some grappling started, but Flintstone was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Flintstone throws a punch but Nowak was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Flintstone confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Nowak appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Flintstone took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Flintstone hits a left jab and then hits Nowak with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) It looks like Nowak has been cut across the forehead by a strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Flintstone gets close enough to clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Flintstone tries to take Nowak down.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Nowak blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Flintstone.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Nowak.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Flintstone lands a jab and then hits Nowak with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Flintstone comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Flintstone can't get past the sprawl of Nowak and gets pushed down onto his hands and knees instead.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) Nowak pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Nowak pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Nowak fires away with punches, but Flintstone deals with them fairly well.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Nowak unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Nowak unloads with some right hands, but Flintstone deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Flintstone gets back to his feet.

(Rd 2 - 02:49) Taking a few gulps of breath, Flintstone is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Flintstone lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Nowak lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Nowak is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) Flintstone is off-target with a jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) Nowak doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Flintstone uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:17) Circling warily, Flintstone is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 01:17) Nowak can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) Flintstone is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) Nowak hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) Nowak starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the nasty cut on his head.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:10) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:10) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.

(Rd 2 - 00:10) Flintstone misses with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:10) Nowak finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Nowak, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Nowak.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Nowak throws a punch but Flintstone avoids it.

(Rd 3 - 04:44) Seizing the opportunity, Flintstone clinches.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Flintstone is trying to push Nowak so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Flintstone achieves it, pinning Nowak to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Flintstone pins Nowak up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) 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 3 - 03:16) An ugly but effective tactic, Flintstone is pressing Nowak up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.

(Rd 3 - 03:16) Nothing really happens for the next thirty seconds, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 3 - 02:42) Flintstone pins Nowak up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) A few deep breaths betray that Flintstone is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) Flintstone scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) Nowak hits a left jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:11) Nowak appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Nowak confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Flintstone appeared to be going for a takedown, but Nowak took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Nowak connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Nowak throws a punch but Flintstone avoids it.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) Flintstone is able to grab Nowak.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Using his wrestling skills, Flintstone is trying to push Nowak up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Nowak ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Breathing very hard, Flintstone is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) Flintstone smothers Nowak up against the cage, although he looks increasingly tired.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) The next thirty seconds sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 3 - 00:21) Flintstone looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Nowak works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 3 - 00:10) Nowak is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Flintstone just about edged it.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Flintstone ahead 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Flintstone manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:41) Flintstone is trying to push Nowak so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:41) Flintstone achieves it, pinning Nowak to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) Clearly physically fatigued, Flintstone presses Nowak into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body. Both fighters look gassed.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) Flintstone tries to smother Nowak against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Flintstone against the cage instead.

(Rd 4 - 03:11) Nowak smothers Flintstone up against the cage, although he looks increasingly tired.

(Rd 4 - 03:11) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute, both of them looking gassed.

(Rd 4 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:23) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Harry A. Bierce restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) Flintstone looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) An outside leg trip sweeps Nowak down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard!

(Rd 4 - 01:46) Flintstone fires away with elbows but Nowak doesn't take much damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Nowak tries to catch Flintstone with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 4 - 01:13) Flintstone seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 01:13) Flintstone begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 4 - 01:13) He passes guard fairly easily, getting to side control.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) Flintstone throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 4 - 00:33) In side control, Flintstone throws a couple of punches designed to keep Nowak guessing.

(Rd 4 - 00:07) Nowak tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Flintstone.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Nowak realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Nowak steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Flintstone may have been aiming to get in close, but Nowak aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Nowak fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Flintstone with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) Flintstone aggressively moves in and grapples with Nowak.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) With control of the clinch, Flintstone tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) The takedown is successful, Nowak pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:54) Flintstone smothers Nowak with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 03:14) Flintstone smothers Nowak with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 02:36) Flintstone fires away with elbows but Nowak doesn't take much damage.

(Rd 5 - 02:17) Nowak tries to catch Flintstone with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) The clock runs down as Nowak is being smothered against the ground by Flintstone.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) Flintstone is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) He passes to side control.

(Rd 5 - 00:37) Flintstone keeps Nowak guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 5 - 00:09) Flintstone unloads with three big elbows, clearly hurting Nowak with at least one.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Flintstone, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 48-47 (Millhouse Twain), 49-46 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 48-47 (Ian Rivers).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Jordan 'Fred' Flintstone!

 

 

Official Result: Jordan 'Fred' Flintstone defeats Mariusz Nowak (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Jordan Flintstone thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Jordan Flintstone says that he is happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. There's no doubt about it that he knows how to talk with the best of them, his natural charisma shined here.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Nathan "N-Rod" Ronald (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Chicago, Illinois, Underdog: +590) vs. Frederico Vergara (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Mexico City, Mexico, Favorite: -750)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Nathan 'N-Ron' Ronald goes up against Frederico Vergara.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Both fighters strike but without success.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Vergara is off target with a right jab and also doesn't find the mark with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Ronald can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Ronald lands a jab and then catches Vergara with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Blood is visible on Vergara, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Vergara counters a body shot with a jab and a left cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Vergara misses with a right jab but hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Ronald lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Vergara comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) He has the takedown! Ronald pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Vergara attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Vergara gets past, but Ronald stops him at half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) He may have been passed, but Ronald is making Vergara work very hard on the ground for position.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Vergara is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Ronald can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Vergara gains side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Vergara attempts to move to mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Vergara takes the back instead, Ronald rolled over rather than get mounted.

(Rd 1 - 00:43) Vergara unloads with big left hands and Ronald is struggling to cope!

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Vergara pounds away and Ronald eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Vergara tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Vergara flattens Ronald out with the rear naked choke, but took too long because the round ends!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Vergara, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Vergara to go on and win this fight now that the first round has gone his way.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's hard to see a scenario where Ronald can do enough to take this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Vergara.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Vergara chooses to shoot in on Ronald.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Ronald is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:43) Vergara throws a few relatively weak left hands.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Vergara tries to lock up a neck crank.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Reaching forward, Vergara is able to secure a neck crank and really tighten it up...Ronald has to tap!

(Rd 2 - 03:46) The winner, by submission, is Frederico Vergara!

 

 

Official Result: Frederico Vergara defeats Nathan 'N-Ron' Ronald (Submission (Neck Crank) in 1:14 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Frederico Vergara thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Euclydes Filho (19-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Favorite: -170) vs. Brendon "The Jock" Nicol (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Columbia, Missouri, Underdog: +130)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Euclydes Filho battles Brendon 'The Jock' Nicol.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Filho throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Nicol gets hold of Filho, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Using his wrestling skills, Nicol is trying to push Filho up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Filho ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Showing good control, Nicol keeps Filho stuck against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Nicol smothers Filho against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Nicol smothers Filho against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) Nicol leans all of his weight up against Filho, pressing him against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) It looked like we were about to see Nicol try and get some grappling started, but Filho was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) Filho can't connect with a jab, but then hits Nicol with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Filho hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Filho lands a left jab, but Nicol evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Filho fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Nicol gets hold of Filho without taking too much damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There are some audible boos from the crowd, that wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Nicol, 10-9 on my card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Filho throws a punch but Nicol was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 04:44) Nicol seizes the chance and grabs Filho into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Using his wrestling skills, Nicol is trying to push Filho up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Nicol manages it and controls Filho up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) An ugly but effective tactic, Nicol is pressing Filho up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) Nicol smothers Filho against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Using tight body-to-body control, Nicol is slowly wearing Filho down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Filho throws a one-two, but Nicol was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 01:41) Nicol gets hold of Filho.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Filho tries to wriggle free, but Nicol controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Using his wrestling skills, Nicol is trying to push Filho up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Nicol manages it and controls Filho up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Nicol pins Filho up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 00:36) Nicol looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Filho works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 2 - 00:10) A jab hits home from Filho and then he catches Nicol with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Nicol took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Nicol up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Nicol looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Filho simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Filho throws a punch but Nicol avoids it.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Filho fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Nicol gets hold of Filho without taking too much damage.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Nicol is looking to muscle Filho back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Nicol manages it and controls Filho up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Nicol pins Filho up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Showing his ability to control opponents, Nicol smothers Filho against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) Filho is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) With no progress being made, the referee separates them.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Filho is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Filho throws a punch but Nicol was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Nicol gets hold of Filho.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Nicol has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Filho to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Filho cannot stop himself being lifted up and dropped with a Greco-Roman slam.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) The takedown allows Nicol to take the back of Filho.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) Filho is in huge trouble now, as Nicol successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Nicol tries to finish Filho off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Filho stops Nicol from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) Filho struggles against Nicol but cannot get himself free from the hooks.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Nicol tries to finish Filho off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) The rear naked choke is in deep, but Filho only has to survive a few seconds before the round ends!

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Nicol took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Filho, he's running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) A jab lands from Filho, but Nicol avoids a big right.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) Nicol is able to grab Filho.

(Rd 4 - 04:25) Nicol tries to wrestle Filho backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:25) He does so and now has Filho pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) It isn't pretty, but Nicol has Filho stuck up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) Nicol smothers Filho up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) Nicol is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 4 - 01:49) A jab hits home from Filho and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) Filho fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Nicol with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:03) Filho hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) Nicol gets hold of Filho without taking too much damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) Getting a good grip, Nicol appears to be looking to wrestle toward a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) Filho cannot stop being taken over with a belly-to-belly and left under side control!

(Rd 4 - 00:33) In side control, Nicol throws a couple of punches designed to keep Filho guessing.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Filho tries to pull guard on Nicol but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That was a bit of a snoozer, hopefully the next round brings a little more action.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Nicol, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Filho is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Nicol aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) A punch from Filho fails to land.

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Nicol gets hold of Filho.

(Rd 5 - 04:41) Nicol is trying to push Filho so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:41) Nicol does it, Filho is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) Nicol smothers Filho up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) The gruelling grappling contest continues for the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 5 - 03:09) Nicol hits Filho, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:53) Filho is trapped against the cage and Nicol punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 02:34) Filho is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:34) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 5 - 01:33) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:33) Filho is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Nicol appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Filho took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Filho can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Nicol with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Blood is visible on Nicol, a strike appears to to have opened up a nasty cut on the scalp.

(Rd 5 - 01:09) Nicol appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Filho took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 01:09) A jab is wide from Filho, but then he catches Nicol with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:47) Nicol appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Filho took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 00:47) A jab lands from Filho, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 5 - 00:25) Filho looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:25) Filho throws a one-two, but Nicol was equal to it.

(Rd 5 - 00:06) Filho throws a punch but Nicol avoids it.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Filho doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Nicol, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Brendon 'The Jock' Nicol!

 

 

Official Result: Brendon 'The Jock' Nicol defeats Euclydes Filho (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Brendon Nicol thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Jackson Goode would be a tough challenge but one that he'd be interested in trying.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Augustus Shorrock (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Ulster, Northern Ireland, Favorite: -480) vs. Mateo "G.I." Jane (6-4, 0-0 CTC, From: San Jose, California, Underdog: +380)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Augustus Shorrock goes up against Mateo 'G. I.' Jane.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 185lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Shorrock is much bigger.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Jane deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Jane comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Shorrock hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Jane can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Shorrock with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Shorrock moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Jane, backing off, hits two weak left hands.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Shorrock throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Shorrock lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Jane hits a left jab and then hits Shorrock with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Jane appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Shorrock took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Shorrock throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Shorrock connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Jane finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Blood is visible on Shorrock, a strike appears to to have opened up a nasty cut on the scalp.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Jane comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Shorrock hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) Jane throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Jane steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Shorrock hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) A jab is wide from Jane, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Jane steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Shorrock hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) A one-two from Jane fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Jane throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Shorrock moves in fast and clinches with Jane.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Shorrock tries to wrestle Jane backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Shorrock manages it and controls Jane up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Jane is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Shorrock smothers Jane against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) The clock is stopped as referee Kyle Crisp wants to check the cut on Shorrock.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Referee Kyle Crisp brings them to the center and we're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 00:06) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Jane misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Shorrock took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Jane looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Shorrock simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Shorrock can't connect with a jab, but then catches Jane with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Jane shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Jane couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Shorrock hops in place on the other.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Jane drives Shorrock up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Jane tries to smother Shorrock against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Shorrock throws a punch but Jane avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) Jane comes in and grabs Shorrock in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Jane is trying to push Shorrock so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Shorrock doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) From the grapple, Shorrock tries to pick Jane up on his shoulder for a slam.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Jane has no answers, he gets lifted up and planted down! Shorrock ends up in half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Shorrock tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Jane can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Shorrock gains side control.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Shorrock begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) He can't get the mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Jane tries to move to guard, but Shorrock doesn't allow it.

(Rd 2 - 01:55) Shorrock fires off some rights, but Jane isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) Jane tries to move to guard, but Shorrock doesn't allow it.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Shorrock pounds away on Jane, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) Shorrock blocks Jane as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Shorrock fires away with punches, but Jane doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:36) Jane tries to move to guard, but Shorrock doesn't allow it.

(Rd 2 - 00:20) Shorrock fires away and Jane is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Shorrock unloads with some right hands, but Jane deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Shorrock.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Shorrock is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:54) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Jane misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Shorrock attacks with a good right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Jane misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Taking a few gulps of breath, Shorrock is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Jane is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) Jane steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) Shorrock manages a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) A jab is wide from Jane, but then he catches Shorrock with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:59) Jane shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 02:59) Shorrock partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Jane has a hold of the other.

(Rd 3 - 02:59) Jane can't get Shorrock down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Jane tries to maintain control, but Shorrock wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:20) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:20) Jane hits a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:20) Shorrock lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Jane grabs Shorrock, who looks shattered, and pulls him into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Shorrock is trying to push Jane so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) He does so and now has Jane pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:48) Jane takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Shorrock tries to use a knee from the clinch, but Jane is able to block it.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Although pressed against the cage, Jane still hits a few small punches to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Shorrock smothers Jane against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) Jane takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) Jane gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 00:36) Shorrock tries to maintain control, but Jane wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Shorrock is looking really tired.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) Jane shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) Shorrock gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Shorrock, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Jane will be able to take the victory without a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Shorrock can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Jane steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Shorrock hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Jane throws a two-punch combo but Shorrock avoids both.

(Rd 4 - 04:17) Shorrock confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 04:17) Jane looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Shorrock simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 04:17) Shorrock throws a punch but Jane avoids it.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Shorrock finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Jane finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) A strike has re-opened the gash across the forehead of Shorrock.

(Rd 4 - 03:49) Jane comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 4 - 03:49) Shorrock hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 03:49) Jane uses a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) Shorrock attempts to wrestle Jane to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) Jane cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:25) Shorrock begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 4 - 03:25) He manages to pass, but only to half guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Shorrock fires off some rights, but Jane isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) Jane tries to get full guard on Shorrock but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 02:04) Shorrock looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:04) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Jane starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 4 - 01:51) The scramble leaves Jane on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) Shorrock throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Shorrock doesn't allow Jane to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) Jane is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Shorrock off of him.

(Rd 4 - 00:21) Shorrock fires away with punches, but Jane doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Jane gets the double underhooks in and pulls Shorrock close, controlling him well.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Shorrock, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Jane is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Shorrock.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Jane steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Shorrock hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Jane throws a one-two, but Shorrock was equal to it.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) A tired Jane moves forward, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Shorrock almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Jane has hold of one leg.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Jane drives Shorrock up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:10) Jane looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Shorrock works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) From the looks of things, I don't think Shorrock has much energy left.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) Jane is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 5 - 03:43) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:43) Jane lands a left hook. Shorrock hits a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) Jane is looking really tired.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) Shorrock looks to sweep a leg out from under Jane so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) It's unsuccessful, Jane maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 5 - 03:07) Shorrock looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:07) Jane is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull guard!

(Rd 5 - 02:55) Shorrock peppers Jane with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.

(Rd 5 - 02:39) Jane grabs Shorrock and draws him in close, smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) Shorrock fires off a few punches.

(Rd 5 - 01:39) Jane tries to smother Shorrock by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 5 - 01:32) Shorrock throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) In guard, Shorrock begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) Shorrock passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Jane starts scrambling.

(Rd 5 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:51) Shorrock manages to come out on top, holding Jane down in turtle position, facing him.

(Rd 5 - 00:35) Shorrock prepares to throw a knee strike, but can't keep control of Jane who is able to spring back up.

(Rd 5 - 00:17) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 5 - 00:07) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 00:07) With control of the clinch, Jane tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 00:07) It's unsuccessful, Shorrock maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Shorrock, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 50-45 (Millhouse Twain), 49-46 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 50-45 (Ian Rivers).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Augustus Shorrock is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Augustus Shorrock defeats Mateo 'G. I.' Jane (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Augustus Shorrock thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Augustus Shorrock celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Demon From Derbyshire" Andrew Rush (18-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Derbyshire, England, Underdog: +350) vs. Pip Mercurial (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Shaker Heights, Ohio, Favorite: -440)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, 'The Demon From Derbyshire' Andrew Rush takes on Pip Mercurial in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Christina Shaw, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Mercurial looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) An offer to touch gloves is completely ignored by Mercurial.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Rush can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a spinning back kick to the chest.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Rush hits a left jab and then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Rush throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Seizing the opportunity, Mercurial shoots.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) The takedown is successful, Rush pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Mercurial looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Rush starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Mercurial ends up in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Mercurial fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Mercurial looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Mercurial almost gets side control, but Rush was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Mercurial manages to come out on top, with Rush pulling half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Mercurial is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Rush was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Mercurial manages to come out on top, holding Rush down from behind with a waist-lock.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Rush scrambles back to his feet, but Mercurial has back control.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Mercurial catches Rush with a nasty left to the ear.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Grappling from behind, Mercurial attempts to wrestle Rush to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Rush has absolutely no answers, and gets taken down with ease.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Rush winds up on his back with Mercurial in side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Looking to catch his breath, Mercurial is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

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

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Mercurial throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Mercurial looks to get a mount.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Rush desperately tries to fight the mount, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Rush ends up on the bottom with Mercurial in side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Mercurial pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mercurial.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Rush confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Rush throws a two-punch combo but Mercurial avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Rush hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for Rush.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) Mercurial quickly shoots on Rush.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Mercurial gets the takedown! Rush pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) The clock runs down as Rush is being smothered against the ground by Mercurial.

(Rd 2 - 03:20) Mercurial tries to pound on Rush, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Mercurial lies on top of Rush, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 02:33) Mercurial pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Rush.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) In guard, Mercurial begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Rush starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) Mercurial somehow ends up on top of Rush in north-south position.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Mercurial pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Rush tries a get out from under north-south, but doesn't budge Mercurial.

(Rd 2 - 01:21) Mercurial pounds away with elbows to the stomach, but can't get any power behind them.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Rush tries to move from under Mercurial, but can't get free.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Rush scrambles, having felt Mercurial start to shift toward side control.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) The scramble sees Rush up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately.

(Rd 2 - 00:28) Mercurial smothers Rush against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) Mercurial smothers Rush against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 2 - 00:10) Rush is trapped against the cage and Mercurial punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Mercurial, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Mercurial ahead 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:54) A pair of tentative jabs from Mercurial land, but have zero effect.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) A jab is wide from Rush, but then he hits a vicious high right kick to the side of the head!

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Mercurial is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Rush moves in quickly to try and finish Mercurial with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Rush viciously stomps and kicks away at the stunned Mercurial but somehow can't put him away!

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Rush steps back and allows Mercurial to stand back up.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Rush is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Mercurial is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) Rush uses a left jab, but a big right head kick is wide of the mark.

(Rd 3 - 03:35) A jab is wide from Rush, but then he hits a spin kick to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Rush fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Covering up, Mercurial backs off until trapped against the cage! Rush may have rocked him!

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Rush tries to finish with a scorching right hand, but Mercurial slips past it at the very last possible second.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Having apparently cleared his head, Mercurial is able to circle away from the cage and return to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) Rush can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Mercurial.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Rush lands a jab and then lands a spinning back kick to the chest.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) Two jabs hit home from Rush and then he lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:00) Rush connects with a nice jab and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Mercurial clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Rush throws a punch but Mercurial was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Seizing the opportunity, Mercurial clinches.

(Rd 3 - 01:32) Rush gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Mercurial uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 3 - 01:18) Rush gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Mercurial uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Mercurial uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Rush as they grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:50) Using his wrestling skills, Mercurial is trying to push Rush up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:50) He does so and now has Rush pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Rush is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 00:20) Mercurial uses dirty boxing to punish Rush while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Mercurial drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a fun round to watch.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Rush, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Mercurial up 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) A jab lands from Rush, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 4 - 04:33) Breathing very hard, Rush is looking ragged.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Mercurial, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Rush can't connect with a jab, but then catches Mercurial with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Rush moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) Rush lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Mercurial.

(Rd 4 - 03:53) Rush lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 4 - 03:29) Rush can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Mercurial with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Mercurial had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Rush lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 02:44) Rush can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 4 - 02:20) Mercurial shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 02:20) Mercurial gets a single leg takedown! Rush pulls guard off it.

(Rd 4 - 02:20) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far.

(Rd 4 - 02:13) Mercurial is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:13) Rush keeps Mercurial in guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:44) Rush is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Mercurial off of him.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Mercurial lies on top of Rush, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Rush.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) According to my scorecard, that leaves the fighters dead even with just one round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Mercurial.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:55) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Rush.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Rush was too aggressive and his last kick gets caught!

(Rd 5 - 04:49) Rush seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) Holding the leg, Mercurial tries for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) He has the takedown! Rush pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) Rush hasn't stopped a single takedown yet.

(Rd 5 - 04:38) Rush is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Mercurial off of him.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) Mercurial fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 5 - 03:59) Mercurial catches Rush with a glancing elbow strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) Mercurial begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) He manages to pass, but only to half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) Mercurial attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) Rush tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) Rush ends up on the bottom with Mercurial in side control.

(Rd 5 - 02:08) Mercurial starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 5 - 02:08) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Rush rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 5 - 01:29) Mercurial tries to get his hooks in, but can't.

(Rd 5 - 01:05) Rush tries a roll, but doesn't budge Mercurial.

(Rd 5 - 00:40) Mercurial tries to put Rush in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 5 - 00:40) Rush fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Mercurial doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Rush tries to turn over.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Rush turns Mercurial over, then twists so that he ends up on top in guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Mercurial, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give 48-47.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Pip Mercurial wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Pip Mercurial defeats 'The Demon From Derbyshire' Andrew Rush (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Pip Mercurial thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. The interviewer asks who he would be interested in fighting next, and he replies that Dexter Darling "better get prepared" because he is coming for him.

 

 

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CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Doctor" Wayne McKellen (7-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Manchester, England, Underdog: +240) vs. Vlad "Killer" Kogan (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Omsk, Russia, Favorite: -310)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the main fights is 'The Doctor' Wayne McKellen taking on Vlad 'Killer' Kogan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:47) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) McKellen finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. Kogan lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) McKellen misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Kogan attacks with a jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) McKellen misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Kogan attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Kogan slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Kogan takes a moment to switch to a southpaw stance.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) Kogan hits a right jab but misses a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:49) McKellen hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) Kogan slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a powerful left hook!

(Rd 1 - 01:05) McKellen collapses, that shot knocked him out!

(Rd 1 - 01:05) The winner, by knock out, is Vlad 'Killer' Kogan!

 

 

Official Result: Vlad 'Killer' Kogan defeats 'The Doctor' Wayne McKellen (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:55 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Vlad Kogan thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Asked who he wants next, he says that he demands a fight with Keith Plaice.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Uwe "Max" Maier (11-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Berlin, Germany, Underdog: +410) vs. Wes "The Hurt" Hersch (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Lincoln, Nebraska, Favorite: -520)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Uwe 'Max' Maier going up against Wes 'The Hurt' Hersch.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Hersch shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Hersch gets the takedown! Maier pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Hersch looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) He passes to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Hersch throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Hersch tries to pound on Maier, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) In half guard, Hersch catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) In half guard, Hersch begins working to get side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) He passes but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) The scramble sees Hersch up first, and he is quick to wrestle Maier up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Hersch goes low and comes up holding a single leg, leaving Maier hopping and in danger of getting taken down.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Hersch uses the leg to pull Maier down to the mat and is able to secure side control!

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Hersch is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Maier keeps Hersch from mounting him.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Hersch tries to ensnare Maier in a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Hersch gets the kimura fully applied and Maier has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:38) The winner, by submission; Wes Hersch!

 

 

Official Result: Wes 'The Hurt' Hersch defeats Uwe 'Max' Maier (Submission (Kimura) in 4:22 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Wes Hersch thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Yaichiro "Moon Boy" Takahama (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Favorite: -730) vs. Chip Warburton (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Celebration, Florida, Underdog: +580)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Yaichiro 'Moon Boy' Takahama battles Chip Warburton.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Warburton comes in to engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Takahama lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Warburton hits a right jab but misses with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Takahama lets Warburton step in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Both fighters throw, both fighters fail to hit the target.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Warburton has a left hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Takahama tries to go to the body but doesn't reach.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Warburton steps in, watched all the way by Takahama.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Warburton misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Warburton moves in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Takahama slips past a left hook and counters with a pair of jabs that are followed by a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Warburton steps in, watched all the way by Takahama.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Takahama slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a right jab and a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Takahama stands ready as Warburton moves in.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Warburton lands a right jab but finds his left cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Takahama hits a two-punch combination, a quick right and a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Stepping in, Warburton looks to engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Takahama dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a good left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Moving forward, Warburton looks to strike. Takahama stands ready.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Warburton misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Takahama attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Warburton steps in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Warburton misses a left hook and gets countered with a jab and a left hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Moving forward, Warburton looks to strike. Takahama stands ready.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Warburton misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Takahama to attack with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:19) Warburton steps in, watched all the way by Takahama.

(Rd 1 - 00:19) Takahama slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a pair of right jabs that are followed by a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Takahama.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Takahama to go on and win this fight now that the first round has gone his way.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's hard to see a scenario where Warburton can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Warburton comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Warburton misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick right jab and a left cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Takahama stands ready as Warburton moves in.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Takahama slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a right jab and a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Warburton got accidentally poked in the eye on that exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) The referee gives him a few moments to recover.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) The fight resumes.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Warburton comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Warburton misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Takahama attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Warburton is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) Moving forward, Warburton looks to strike. Takahama stands ready.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) Takahama lands two jabs but fails on a hook attempt to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) Warburton connects cleanly with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Stepping in, Warburton looks to engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Takahama lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Warburton is off-target with a jab but nails a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Takahama is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) Warburton moves in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) Warburton lands a right jab but can't hit a left cross. Takahama lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Moving forward, Warburton looks to strike. Takahama stands ready.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Warburton misses with a right jab but lands a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Takahama lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Warburton comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Warburton misses a left hook and gets countered with a pair of right jabs that are followed by a solid left hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Warburton moves in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Warburton misses a left hook and gets countered with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Takahama lets Warburton step in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Warburton misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Takahama attacks with a jab and a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Warburton steps in, watched all the way by Takahama.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Warburton misses a left hook and gets countered with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) Warburton moves in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) Takahama dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a pair of right jabs that are followed by a hook attempt to the body that doesn't land.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Takahama grabs Warburton, who looks shattered, and pulls him into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Takahama tries to wrestle Warburton backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Takahama does it, Warburton is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:41) Takahama smothers Warburton against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 00:28) Warburton takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 2 - 00:21) Takahama smothers Warburton against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Warburton is trapped against the cage and Takahama punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Takahama.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Takahama up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Warburton appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Warburton comes in to engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Takahama lands a right jab and a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Warburton lands a nice left hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:09) Takahama is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Takahama stands ready as Warburton moves in.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Takahama hits a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Warburton scores with a jab but has a left hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) Warburton is looking really tired.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Warburton steps in, watched all the way by Takahama.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Warburton misses a left hook and gets countered with a jab and a solid left hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) Warburton comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) Warburton misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Takahama attacks with a jab and a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) Takahama tries to wrestle Warburton backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) Warburton ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Warburton is trapped against the cage and Takahama hits him with a short right uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Breathing very hard, Takahama is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Warburton is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 01:39) Takahama smothers Warburton against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) Takahama smothers Warburton against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) Takahama smothers Warburton against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 00:50) Takahama hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) Warburton is trapped against the cage and Takahama punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Moving forward, Warburton looks to strike. Takahama stands ready.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Warburton misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Takahama comes in with a good left hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Takahama.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Warburton will be able to take the victory without a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Warburton moves in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Warburton scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Takahama hits a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) Warburton gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) Takahama is trying to push Warburton so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) Takahama manages it and controls Warburton up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:10) Takahama pins Warburton up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Takahama pins Warburton up against the cage and hits a couple of nice left hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 03:42) Takahama seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 03:42) Takahama scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) Takahama pins Warburton up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:08) Warburton is trapped against the cage and Takahama hits him with a short right uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:54) Warburton is controlled up against the cage and takes a few left hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 02:43) Warburton is trapped against the cage and Takahama hits him with a short right uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Warburton takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) Warburton looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give, he is visibly breathing extremely hard.

(Rd 4 - 02:11) Warburton comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:11) Takahama scores with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:11) Warburton lands a nice left hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:51) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 4 - 01:27) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 01:27) Takahama is trying to push Warburton so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:27) Takahama can't do it though, Warburton defended it well.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Takahama is trying to push Warburton so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Takahama doesn't manage it though, Warburton defended it well.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) Takahama is trying to push Warburton so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) Takahama does it, Warburton is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) Warburton is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) The gas tank looks empty on Takahama.

(Rd 4 - 00:17) Warburton gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 00:08) Warburton is trapped against the cage and Takahama punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Takahama.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Warburton is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:52) Moving forward, Warburton looks to strike. Takahama stands ready.

(Rd 5 - 04:52) Takahama slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) Warburton looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) Takahama uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Warburton.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) Using his wrestling skills, Takahama is trying to push Warburton up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) He does so and now has Warburton pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Takahama catches Warburton with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Blood is visible on Warburton, a strike appears to to have opened up a nasty cut on the scalp.

(Rd 5 - 03:59) Takahama pins Warburton up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 03:42) Takahama tries to use a knee to the thigh, but Warburton is able to block it.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) Takahama smothers Warburton against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 5 - 03:06) Warburton is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 02:46) Warburton is trapped against the cage and Takahama hits him with a short right uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) Warburton is trapped against the cage and Takahama hits him with a short right uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:21) Warburton takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 5 - 02:06) Warburton is trapped against the cage and Takahama punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them.

(Rd 5 - 01:48) Warburton steps in, watched all the way by Takahama.

(Rd 5 - 01:48) Warburton misses with a right jab but lands a nice left hook.

(Rd 5 - 01:20) Warburton steps in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:20) Warburton misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Takahama comes in with a nice right hand.

(Rd 5 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 5 - 01:00) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 5 - 00:26) Warburton comes in to engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:26) Warburton hits a right cross. Takahama connects with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:04) Warburton steps in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:04) Warburton hits a right cross. Takahama connects with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Takahama, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Yaichiro 'Moon Boy' Takahama the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Yaichiro 'Moon Boy' Takahama defeats Chip Warburton (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Yaichiro Takahama thanks everyone connected to Mok Gar Dojo for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Yaichiro Takahama says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Charlie Oakley (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Bolton, England, Favorite: -390) vs. "Captain Marvel" Mortimer Greenfell (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Reno, Nevada, Underdog: +310)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Charlie Oakley going up against 'Captain Marvel' Mortimer Greenfell.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Greenfell looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Greenfell attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Oakley hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Greenfell uses a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Oakley fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Greenfell seizes the chance and grabs Oakley into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Greenfell uses underhooks to gain solid control, and is looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) The underhooks allow Greenfell to easily trip Oakley and send him to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) The takedown allows Greenfell to take the back of Oakley.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Greenfell gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Greenfell, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Oakley fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Greenfell pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Greenfell tries to pound on Oakley, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Greenfell loses both hooks, but still has the back.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Greenfell pounds away with punches but does minimal damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Greenfell increases his control by getting both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Greenfell tries to finish Oakley off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Oakley fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Oakley struggles against Greenfell and manages to free himself from the hooks.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Greenfell fires away with punches, but Oakley doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Oakley tries to move Greenfell off his back but can't.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Greenfell tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Oakley doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Oakley tries to turn over and sweep Greenfell but can't do it.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Greenfell.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Greenfell steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Oakley throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Greenfell gets hold of Oakley.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Greenfell is trying to muscle Oakley up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Oakley ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) It isn't pretty, but Greenfell has Oakley stuck up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) The next sixty seconds or so becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) It isn't pretty, but Greenfell has Oakley stuck up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Nothing really happens for the next sixty seconds or so, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) Oakley misses with a big right hand, allowing Greenfell to counter with a quick left hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) That was a good example of how Greenfell can use his huge reach advantage to win striking battles.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) A jab hits home from Oakley and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:45) Oakley throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Seizing the opportunity, Greenfell shoots.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) Oakley partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Greenfell has a hold of the other.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) Greenfell can't get Oakley down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) Showing good control, Greenfell keeps Oakley stuck against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Greenfell.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Greenfell.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Oakley misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Greenfell attacks with a quick left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Oakley looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Oakley throws a one-two, but Greenfell was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) With a clear opportunity, Greenfell is able to move in fast and clinch with Oakley.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) With underhooks giving him solid control over Oakley, Greenfell looks for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) The underhooks are used to set up a trip, Oakley is left on his back under side control!

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Greenfell fires off some rights, but Oakley isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 3 - 03:35) Greenfell blocks Oakley as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Greenfell pounds away on Oakley but can't land anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) Greenfell blocks Oakley as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Greenfell throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 3 - 02:33) Greenfell pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 3 - 02:13) Oakley tries to move to guard, but Greenfell doesn't allow it.

(Rd 3 - 02:02) Greenfell pounds away on Oakley but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Greenfell blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Greenfell throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) Greenfell unloads with some right hands, but Oakley deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 3 - 00:55) Greenfell blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) Greenfell pounds away with punches but does minimal damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:28) Oakley tries to pull guard on Greenfell but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 00:12) The lack of progress forces referee Harry A. Bierce to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Greenfell, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Oakley needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Oakley.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Greenfell slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a good right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Greenfell slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Oakley is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Greenfell is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) Greenfell misses with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) Oakley hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Oakley misses a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:51) Greenfell hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:11) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 4 - 02:45) Greenfell sets up a nice takedown attempt.

(Rd 4 - 02:45) Oakley cannot stop the takedown and only catches Greenfell in half guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Greenfell throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 4 - 02:14) Greenfell blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Greenfell unloads with rights, but does fairly minimal damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:39) Greenfell blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:26) Greenfell pounds away but Oakley deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 4 - 01:13) Oakley tries to get full guard on Greenfell but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) Greenfell fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 4 - 00:33) Greenfell throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 4 - 00:14) Oakley tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Greenfell, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Oakley realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Greenfell steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) A punch from Oakley fails to land.

(Rd 5 - 04:38) Greenfell is able to grab Oakley.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Greenfell is trying to muscle Oakley up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Greenfell does it, Oakley is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Unable to break free, Oakley is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) Unable to break free, Oakley is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) The next thirty seconds sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 5 - 02:18) Greenfell looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Oakley proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 01:48) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:48) Oakley is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 5 - 01:48) Greenfell is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 5 - 01:39) Greenfell fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) Greenfell moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) Oakley may have been aiming to get in close, but Greenfell aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) Greenfell throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 5 - 01:11) Greenfell fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 5 - 00:51) Greenfell can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 00:51) A strike has re-opened the cut above the eye of Oakley.

(Rd 5 - 00:34) Greenfell lands a left hand and then hits Oakley with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 00:11) Oakley had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 00:11) Greenfell hits a left hand, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Breathing very hard, Greenfell is looking ragged.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Greenfell.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Captain Marvel' Mortimer Greenfell wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'Captain Marvel' Mortimer Greenfell defeats Charlie Oakley (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Mortimer Greenfell name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Mortimer Greenfell celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Billy "Deep Water" Fish (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Underdog: +460) vs. Bill "The Marine" Brown (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Riverside, California, Favorite: -580)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Billy 'Deep Water' Fish takes on Bill 'The Marine' Brown.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Brown clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Fish ignores the offer of a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Fish appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Brown took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Brown can't connect with a jab, but then hits Fish with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Fish aggressively moves in and grapples with Brown.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Fish is trying to muscle Brown up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Fish can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Brown is looking to muscle Fish back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Fish isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Brown is trying to muscle Fish up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Fish ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Brown may be looking for a suplex of some kind on Fish.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Brown nails a big suplex! Fish pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Brown attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Fish is really working hard on the ground to slow down Brown, he really had to work hard to get to side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Brown attempts a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Brown gets the kimura, twists the arm backwards, and Fish has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 02:00) By submission, the winner is Bill Brown!

 

 

Official Result: Bill 'The Marine' Brown defeats Billy 'Deep Water' Fish (Submission (Kimura) in 3:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Bill Brown gives a name-check to everyone at American Cage Fighters, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ram "Jam" Phookan (11-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Birmingham, England, Underdog: +400) vs. Julio "The Nightmare" Gutierrez (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Culiacan, Mexico, Favorite: -510)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Ram 'Jam' Phookan battling Julio 'The Nightmare' Gutierrez.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Christina Shaw, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Phookan comes in fast with three quick punches, landing three of them, and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Phookan connects with two left jabs, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) There's a takedown attempt from Gutierrez.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) A great sprawl from Phookan prevents the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Gutierrez steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Phookan hits a left jab and then catches Gutierrez with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Gutierrez steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Phookan throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Gutierrez gets hold of Phookan, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) With control of the clinch, Gutierrez tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Phookan cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Gutierrez pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Gutierrez looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) He manages to pass, but only to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Everything Phookan is doing off his back is about slowing down and frustrating Gutierrez.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Gutierrez throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Gutierrez pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Gutierrez fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) In half guard, Gutierrez begins working to get side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) He passes half guard, but Phookan was ready and immediately starts to scramble.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Gutierrez manages to come out on top, holding Phookan down in turtle position, facing him.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Turtled up, Phookan can do nothing about giving up his back.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Gutierrez pounds away on Phookan, landing several great shots that rock him!

(Rd 1 - 00:24) The referee pulls Gutierrez away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Julio Gutierrez takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Julio 'The Nightmare' Gutierrez defeats Ram 'Jam' Phookan (TKO (Strikes) in 4:52 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Julio Gutierrez thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Rhys "Fast" Buck (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Wrexham, Wales, Underdog: +800) vs. Oleg Tariverdiev (10-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Saint Petersburg, Russia, Favorite: -1010)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Rhys 'Fast' Buck battles Oleg Tariverdiev.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Buck can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits Tariverdiev with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Buck throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Tariverdiev takes the chance and shoots on Buck.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Buck sprawls well, preventing the takedown, and then moves out of range.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Tariverdiev, backing off, hits two weak right hands.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Buck lands a right hand and then hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Tariverdiev backs off quickly, I think that last shot really shook him!

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Buck acts fast, moving in and flooring Tariverdiev with a left hand to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Buck starts pounding away on Tariverdiev, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Buck fires away with punches and Tariverdiev is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Referee Leo Behan has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 03:22) By TKO, the winner is Rhys Buck!

 

 

Official Result: Rhys 'Fast' Buck defeats Oleg Tariverdiev (TKO (Strikes) in 1:38 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Rhys Buck gives a name-check to everyone at Leamington Spa Muay Thai, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ramon da Silva Ramos (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Favorite: -650) vs. Budiman Lie (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Underdog: +510)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Ramon da Silva Ramos faces Budiman Lie.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Ramos comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Lie lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Ramos lands two left hands, but a big right to the body fails to find the target.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Ramos comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Lie lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) A jab is wide from Ramos, but then he lands a hard low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Lie appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Ramos took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Ramos lands a jab and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Ramos comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Lie fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Ramos uses a left jab but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Ramos comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Lie fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Ramos fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Lie with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Lie staggers back and covers up, I think he's hurt!

(Rd 1 - 02:21) A right cross thumps into Lie!

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Lie somehow dodges a vicious overhand right. He looks badly dazed, that must have been pure instinct.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Circling back to the center, Lie looks like he has regained his composure.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Ramos attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Lie scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Ramos misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Ramos attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Lie hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Lie falls for a clever feint.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Ramos connects with a nice jab and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Lie.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Ramos comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Ramos steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Lie.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Lie is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Ramos connects with a jab but a big right head kick is wide of the mark.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Ramos comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Lie fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Lie gets suckered in by a feint and is left exposed.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) A jab hits home from Ramos and then he lands a hard low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for Ramos.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Missing the kick unfortunately causes Ramos to slip and end up on his back.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Good round, that's the sort of action we like to see.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Ramos took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Ramos. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 05:00) Lie has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Ramos comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Lie tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Ramos lands a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Ramos comes forward, walking down Lie.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Lie lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Ramos can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Lie may have been aiming to get in close, but Ramos aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Ramos lands a jab and then hits Lie with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) For the first time, Ramos is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Lie has an obvious limp as he circles.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Lie keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) A punch from Ramos fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 03:03) Lie seizes the chance and grabs Ramos into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) Lie looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) Ramos blocks the attempted trip and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Ramos grabs an arm and tries and pull Lie down to the ground into his guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Lie gets pulled down and sucked into the guard position.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) Ramos attempts to secure an arm.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) Lie blocks it.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Lie pounds away, but Ramos isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Ramos manages to scoot them both backward until they are against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Using the cage, Ramos walks up, but cannot break the control of Lie.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Lie has managed to slip behind Ramos though, and now has a waist-lock on him.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) From behind, Lie tries to drag Ramos down to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Lie tries hard but cannot get Ramos off of his feet. He loses his grip entirely and Ramos circles out.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) Ramos comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) Lie fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) Ramos lands a left hand and then he hits a high right kick to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 00:21) Lie lets Ramos step in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:21) Ramos scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Ramos motions for Lie to come on and fight.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) A jab hits home from Ramos and then he lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a quality round and the fans are really getting into this.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Ramos, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Ramos.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 05:00) Lie is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Lie stands ready as Ramos moves in.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Ramos is off-target with a jab and also misses a high kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Ramos lets two punches sail past, his head movement proving far too good for Lie.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Stepping in, Ramos looks to engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Ramos is off-target with a jab but lands a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Ramos lands a left hand and then lands a nice right head kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:33) Lie steps back...and almost stumbles over! He is on wobbly legs!

(Rd 3 - 03:33) A big right hand from Ramos drops Lie!

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Ramos starts pounding away on Lie, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Ramos pounds away, Lie is barely able to offer any defence at all!

(Rd 3 - 03:18) With Lie taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 3 - 03:05) Ramon da Silva Ramos takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Ramon da Silva Ramos defeats Budiman Lie (TKO (Strikes) in 1:55 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ramon da Silva Ramos thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He grabs the microphone and says that Nate Dawes must be mad for calling him out, but that he accepts the challenge and will "beat the **** out of him for direspecting me". He gave a charismatic performance.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Arizona Strangler" Hunter Scribbins (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tucson, Arizona, Underdog: +100) vs. "The Tap Out Artist" Billy Russell (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: San Juan, Puerto Rico, Favorite: -110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Arizona Strangler' Hunter Scribbins faces 'The Tap Out Artist' Billy Russell in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Christina Shaw, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Russell dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Scribbins misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Russell comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Scribbins lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Russell can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Russell misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Scribbins attacks with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Russell dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Russell comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Scribbins fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Russell throws a one-two, but Scribbins was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Russell hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Scribbins scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Russell comes forward, walking down Scribbins.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Scribbins misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) A one-two from Russell fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Scribbins has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Russell misses with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Russell.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Russell tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Scribbins is off target with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Scribbins misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Russell comes in with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Coming forward, Scribbins is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) A one-two from Russell fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Scribbins seizes the chance and grabs Russell into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) With control of the clinch, Scribbins tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) Russell fights it as best he can, but ultimately ends up on his hands and knees with Scribbins on top and facing him.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) Russell gets up sharply, sensing that Scribbins was preparing to throw a vicious knee strike to the head.

(Rd 2 - 03:03) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Russell rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Scribbins scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Russell lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Russell counters a right hand with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) Russell slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Russell slips past a right hook and counters with a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Scribbins doesn't connect with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Russell misses with a left jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:04) Taking a few gulps of breath, Russell is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Russell tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Scribbins tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Scribbins misses with a big right hand, allowing Russell to counter with a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:20) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:20) Russell counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a bit of a snoozer, hopefully the next round brings a little more action.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Russell.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Russell up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Russell hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Scribbins misses a jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Blood is visible on Russell, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) Russell slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Scribbins lands a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Russell lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:40) Scribbins misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Russell comes in with a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:21) Scribbins connects with a jab, but Russell avoids a big right.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) Russell is able to grab Scribbins.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Russell looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Russell fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Russell blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 02:09) Russell fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Russell blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:33) Russell starts threading his arm around, perhaps trying to set up a D'Arce choke from side control.

(Rd 3 - 01:33) Scribbins doesn't allow the D'Arce to be applied.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Scribbins tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) Russell starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) He can't get the mount as Scribbins rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) Russell tries to finish Scribbins off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) Scribbins stops Russell from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 3 - 00:01) Russell blocks Scribbins as he tries to roll over.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Russell.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Scribbins is running out of rounds.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Russell in between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:50) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Scribbins has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Russell has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Scribbins is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Russell is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) Scribbins misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 4 - 03:47) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 03:47) Scribbins hits a left cross. Russell misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) Russell doesn't connect with a left jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) Scribbins misses with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:11) Russell is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) Scribbins confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) Russell had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) A jab is wide from Scribbins, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Russell.

(Rd 4 - 02:45) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:18) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 4 - 01:45) Scribbins fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:34) Russell gets hold of Scribbins.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) Russell tries to take Scribbins down.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) The takedown is completed, Scribbins is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) Russell throws a few relatively weak right hands.

(Rd 4 - 00:47) Russell begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 4 - 00:47) Scribbins fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 4 - 00:36) Russell manages to come out on top, with Scribbins pulling half guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:21) Russell pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) Scribbins tries to sweep Russell but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Russell took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Scribbins really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Russell.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Russell.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Scribbins partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Russell has a hold of the other.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Unable to complete the takedown, Russell instead pushes Scribbins up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) With the cage trapping Scribbins, Russell looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) He has the takedown! Scribbins pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) Russell begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) Scribbins tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) Russell manages to come out on top, with Scribbins pulling half guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:48) Russell is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 5 - 03:48) He passes guard with ease, moving straight into the mount.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Russell pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 5 - 03:06) Scribbins tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Russell.

(Rd 5 - 02:49) Russell pounds away, but Scribbins isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) Scribbins tries to roll Russell but only succeeds in giving up his back!

(Rd 5 - 02:09) Scribbins looks very tired out there.

(Rd 5 - 02:09) Russell gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) Russell, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) The rear naked choke is in deep, Scribbins has to tap out!

(Rd 5 - 01:18) Billy Russell takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Tap Out Artist' Billy Russell defeats 'The Arizona Strangler' Hunter Scribbins (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:42 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Billy Russell thanks everyone connected to Team Gorshin 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 replies that he has a lot of respect for the skills of Yaichiro Takahama and that he thinks it'd be a great fight.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Otto Cascudo (25-13, 0-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Underdog: +100) Vs. "Crushin'" Moe Muschin (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Leaf Rapids, Manitoba, Favorite: -110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Otto Cascudo takes on 'Crushin'' Moe Muschin in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Muschin chooses to shoot in on Cascudo.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Cascudo pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Muschin peppers Cascudo with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Muschin doesn't allow Cascudo to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Muschin keeps very tight to Cascudo, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Cascudo grabs Muschin and draws him in close, smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Time slips away as Muschin successfully keeps Cascudo stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Muschin keeps very tight to Cascudo, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Muschin doesn't allow Cascudo to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Muschin starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) After a struggle, he gets to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Muschin throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Muschin blocks Cascudo as he tries a sweep from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Muschin pounds away, but Cascudo calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) Cascudo tries to sweep Muschin but can't do it.

(Rd 1 - 00:43) Muschin fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Cascudo tries to get full guard on Muschin but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Muschin.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Cascudo misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Muschin attacks with a nice left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Muschin steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Cascudo scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Muschin uses a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Muschin counters a right hand with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Cascudo hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Without taking too much damage, Muschin is able to clinch with Cascudo.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) With control of the clinch, Muschin tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) It's not pretty, but he forces Cascudo down to the ground and ends up holding him in a turtled up position.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Muschin pounds away and Cascudo is having serious difficulty surviving them!

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Muschin pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Muschin pounds away but Cascudo deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) Muschin pounds away, Cascudo is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 2 - 02:14) Muschin hits a knee to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Muschin fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) Muschin is too slow to stop Cascudo getting back up.

(Rd 2 - 01:23) Cascudo steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 01:23) Cascudo hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) Cascudo slips past a right hook and counters with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:32) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:32) Muschin misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:10) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:10) Muschin connects with a left hand. Cascudo doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a bit of a snoozer, hopefully the next round brings a little more action.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Muschin.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Muschin is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Cascudo throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Seizing the opportunity, Muschin shoots.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Muschin fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) Muschin throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Muschin throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) Muschin stops Cascudo from trying to start some sort of a scramble.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Muschin throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:53) Muschin fires off some rights, but Cascudo isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) Using an underhook to set it up, Cascudo looks to scramble for position.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) Muschin is too quick though, and grabs side control before Cascudo can get up.

(Rd 3 - 02:13) Looking to catch his breath, Muschin is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:54) Cascudo tries to pull guard on Muschin but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 01:37) Muschin fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 3 - 01:12) Muschin throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 3 - 00:42) Muschin blocks Cascudo as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) Muschin pounds away with punches but does minimal damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Cascudo tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Muschin.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Muschin ahead 30-27.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

Quote

 

(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Cascudo misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Muschin attacks with a powerful straight right that landed cleanly!

(Rd 4 - 04:41) Cascudo is knocked down!

(Rd 4 - 04:41) Muschin senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 4 - 04:41) Muschin fires away and Cascudo is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 4 - 04:41) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 4 - 04:24) The winner, by TKO, is 'Crushin'' Moe Muschin!

 

 

Official Result: 'Crushin'' Moe Muschin defeats Otto Cascudo (TKO (Strikes) in 0:36 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Moe Muschin name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned 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 Wesley Sneep and that he thinks it'd be a great fight.

 

 

Attendance: 140

Gate Reciepts: $11,088

Sponsorship: $25,050

Ad Revenue: $160,483

PPV Revenue: $9,672

Merchandise: $3,814

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $120,980)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Moe Muschin               $2,520       Otto Cascudo             $1,820
Billy Russell             $7,700       Hunter Scribbins         $2,080       SotN: Russell: $5,000
Ramon da Silva Ramos      $4,680       Budiman Lie              $1,950
Rhys Buck                 $2,520       Oleg Tariverdiev         $2,860
Julio Gutierrez           $2,880       Ram Phookan              $2,860
Bill Brown                $2,880       Billy Fish               $1,950
Mortimer Greenfell        $2,700       Charlie Oakley           $2,080
Yaichiro Takahama         $3,780       Chip Warburton           $1,430
Wes Hersch                $12,700      Uwe Maier                $12,860      FotN: Both: $10,000
Vlad Kogan                $7,160       Wayne McKellen           $1,690       KotN: Kogan: $5,000
Pip Mercurial             $2,100       Andrew Rush              $2,200
Augustus Shorrock         $2,100       Mateo Jane               $1,300
Brendon Nicol             $1,950       Euclydes Filho           $1,400
Frederico Vergara         $7,400       Nathan Ronald            $1,600       Perf: Vergara: $5,000
Jordan Flintstone         $2,700       Mariusz Nowak            $1,500
Chaim Alexievitch         $2,400       Meiji Hagiwara           $1,600
Osvald Kikkas             $2,100       Tyrone Malik             $1,700
Ojay Houghley             $2,100       Andre Passos             $1,600
Toshiaki Ukiyo            $165         Suketsune Okuma          $1,600
Rodrigo de Melo           $165         Marco de Almeida         $2,200

 

 

Drug Testing: $22,520

Production: $94,501

 

Profit: $-27,894

 

Critical Rating: 73%

Commercial Rating: 32%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -4.0%             55.0% (Mid Level Regional)
USA                 -2.4%             61.5% (Mid Level Regional)
UK                  -1.5%             71.0% (High Level Regional)
Europe              -0.9%             35.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           -2.4%             57.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               -1.2%             47.4% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                -1.5%             35.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              -0.9%             35.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              -1.0%             28.4% (Low Level Regional)
South America       -0.8%             40.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     -0.8%             18.9% (Low Level Regional)
Africa              -0.1%             9.5% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- OzCast, Televisao Esporte, Continental Sports X1, and All Japan TV have all lodged complaints based on the lack of star power in tonights main event.

- CTC Cruiserweight competitor Ted Grace has left Bear Pit after having a falling out with fellow teammate Rick Stanley. They had a heated verbal confrontation that ended with Grace storming out.

- The following fighters have been cut from the roster following their elimination from the tournament: Otto Cascudo, Hunter Scribbins, Budiman Lie, Oleg Tariverdiev, Ram Phookan, Billy Fish, Charlie Oakley, Chip Warburton, Uwe Maier, Wayne McKellen, Andrew Rush, Mateo Jane, Euclydes Filho, Nathan Ronald, Mariusz Nowak, Meiji Hagiwara, Tyrone Malik, Andre Passos, Suketsune Okuma, and Marco de Almeida.

- The drug test results are in for Canadian Tournament Combat 14 and all fighters have tested clean.

- The drug test results are in for Canadian Tournament Combat 15 and all fighters have tested clean.

- Canadian CTC Welterweight fighter Ethan LeGrange has left Strike Force following his submission loss to Dale Burke. He claims he needed to move on in order to shake up his training.

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

None

Edited September 12, 2022 by CageRage

[CageRage]

 

 

Friday, Week 3, March 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ivor "The Engine" Orr (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Favorite: -420) vs. Tuck "The Everlasting" Durdell (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #195, Underdog: +330)

Ivor Orr is a student of catch wrestling, who is a tough opponent who knows all the tricks of the grappling trade and can make life extremely uncomfortable for whoever is facing him. After going 6-0 on the Irish local circuit, he joined BCF in 2001, announcing himself with a win over Rhys Buck, and continuing in his last fight, beating Augustus Shorrock by submission. Tuck Durdell is a young Canadian ground and pound specialist who is considered a good prospect for the future based upon his athletic abilities and drive. A solid wrestler with a powerful shot, he can be viciously effective if he can get on top of an opponent and open up. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Thom Billings vs. Keith Plaice in the Second Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Gavin "The Lawman" Marshall (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #95, Favorite: -660) vs. "Young Gun" Owen Hyde (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #162, Underdog: +520)

Gavin Marshall is a young prospect from California, who marries an excellent pedigree in amateur wrestling with dangerously heavy hands to create a style that is hard to deal with. Many have him tipped as a future champion. Owen Hyde is a former kick boxer who is trying to replicate the success he had in that sport as a teenager in the Mixed Martial Arts arena. Fairly one-dimensional, Hyde's reliance on his striking makes him pretty easy to gameplan against. The winner of this fight will face #34 Dwayne Alleyne in the Second Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Brickhouse" Thorbjorn Rekdal (10-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Favorite: -950) vs. Matsuta Satou (19-12, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #199, Underdog: +750)

Thorbjorn Rekdal is an elite-level kick boxer, an ultra dangerous striker who has the power, technique, and speed to knock out just about anybody with his punches and kicks. His unassuming personality, European location, and the amount of time he has traditionally taken between fights have limited the impact he's had in MMA though, which is why he isn't as famous or respected as he probably should be. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Artak Gevor in SIGMA. Matsuta Satou is one of the many kick boxing converts to MMA, and like many of his peers is a one-dimensional fighter, his striking is sound, but other aspects of MMA are nearly non-existent. Almost a decade into his career, it's unlikely that Satou is going to start learning Jiu-Jitsu or advanced grappling techniques now. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Tucker Plumm vs. Derren Barton in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Tony Legg (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #111, Favorite: -650) vs. "Knock Out" Nigel Malley (24-15, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #146, Underdog: +510)

Tony Legg is a strong wrestler who had a lot of success in that sport in his college days, he now brings his grappling skills to MMA. His power, drive, and excellent takedowns are all huge weapons in his arsenal, but he will need to overcome his tendancy to gas and his inability to deal with being on his back before he can really think of becoming a contender. Nigel Malley is a former professional boxer, although he has been fighting in MMA much longer than his boxing career lasted. He is a decent puncher with knock out power in his hands. Limited in the other aspects of the sport, he is definately a fighter who lacks the variety to trouble the elite. The winner of this fight will face #18 Ashley Ballard in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Alex "Ace In The Hole" Cole (11-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #55, Favorite: -590) vs. Mochihito Yamazaki (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #202, Underdog: +470)

Alex Cole is a dangerous Middleweight fighter, who looks like he could become a top MMA star, if he can avoid injury, as already his career has been put on hold once after a bad knee injury. A good all-rounder, he can win from a variety of positions, and is definately the sort of fighter who could climb very high in the rankings. He joined GAMMA in 2001, but suffered his first pro defeat, losing a Unanimous Decision to Dwayne Alleyne in his debut. Mochihito Yamazaki is a decidedly average wrestler, whose only real threat is that he'll be able to grind his way to a decision victory with his grappling, as he has little in the way of submissions or striking to finish opponents. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Snuffy Fontana vs. Conrad Bueller in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Snuffy Fontana (8-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #74, Favorite: -1200) vs. Conrad "The Radical" Bueller (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #183, Underdog: +950)

Snuffy Fontana is a Middleweight prospect from the UK, who is an all-rounder who can striker, grapple, and use submissions. With time to develope, Fontana could become a major name. He joined BCF in 2000 and made his debut the final show of the year outclassing and defeating Pierce Jeeler. Although he suffered his first defeat (against Edgar Van Den Hoogenband, he bounced back, proving to be a real player in the division by winning a Split Decision over Tucker Plumm in his last fight. Conrad Bueller is one of the tallest Middleweights around, a German kick boxer who likes to use his long reach by scything down opponents with low kicks while staying out of range of their counter strikes. That strategy is, in part, because he is known to have a weak chin and so wild slugfests are his kryptonite. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Alex Cole vs. Mochihito Yamazaki in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Gempachi "The General" Higa (18-12, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #106, Favorite: -250) vs. Kramer "The Predator" Mayweather (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #151, Underdog: +190)

Gempachi Higa is a former professional wrestler, who can be a tough opponent on his day. He is noted for having some good choke holds in his arsenal, but little in the way of striking threat. A regular in ALPHA-1's Middleweight division for many years, he was cut in 2000 after going on the three fight losing streak. He is now chiefly remembered as the hand-picked opponent for Oleg Dorosklov's one and only MMA fight. Kramer Mayweather is a potential future star, who is a great kick boxer who can do some serious damage with his fists and feet. His excellent takedown defence helps cover his weak ground game, forcing most fighters to take him on at his own game. The winner of this fight will face #23 Bambang Sriyanto in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Debt Collector" Thom Billings (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Favorite: -110) vs. "The Specialist" Keith Plaice (18-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #191, Underdog: +100)

Thom Billings is an ultra-tough competitor from Belfast. A talented former amateur boxer, his great hands are his biggest weapon but he has also learned some solid grappling in order to help keep things standing. Perhaps his biggest asset, however, is his durability. Billings seems able to withstand masses of punishment without ever slowing down or backing away. Keith Plaice is a decent Muay Thai specialist who can pose problems if not taken seriously enough. A tall, thin competitor, he uses his reach advantage to keep other, shorter Middleweights at distance, and his height means he is especially good at delivering knee strikes. His big weakness is undoubtedly his wrestling, as he has neither the skills nor the physical bulk to prevent opponents from manhandling him in the clinch. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ivor Orr vs. Tuck Durdell in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Vagner (14-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #114, Underdog: +400) vs. Barrett "The F Bomb" Fforde (9-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #143, Favorite: -510)

Vagner is a tricky kick boxer from Brazil, who can be a dangerous foe on his day but ultimately lacks the one-shot power or ground game to crack the elite. He was a regular with FLB for many years, but a 2-5 record saw him cut before the promotion closed. He is coming off a Split Decision loss to Vivinho in his last fight. Barrett Fforde broke into MMA in 1995, originally as a basic wrestler who didn't really have anything to make him stand out from the masses of MMA fighter who come from a grappling background. He joined American Cage Fighters in 1998 and was soon boasting a much more rounded skill set and looking a far better fighter, a testement to how a good camp can hone a competitor. He has remained there ever since, although he has never quite made the leap to the next level in terms of quality. The winner of this fight will face #15 Neil Napier in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Quiet Riot" Tucker Plumm (17-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Favorite: -220) vs. Derren "Hawkeye" Barton (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #186, Underdog: +170)

Tucker Plumm is a decent stand-up fighter known for his love of head kicks. His poor grappling has always been his big weak point, although to his credit he has developed competent ground defence so that at least when he inevitably gets taken down he isn't in too much trouble. The first ever BCF Middleweight Champion, he has never managed to get back in line for a title shot since losing it to Davis Spyrou in 1996. He has lost his last two fights and is coming off a Split Decision loss to Snuffy Fontana. Derren Barton was originally a kick boxer, who spent a couple years working hard on his wrestling prior to becoming a professional MMA fighter, realizing that without a grappling background he would be very vulnerable. The end product of his hard work is a well-rounded mixed martial artist who can cause problems for anyone. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Thorbjorn Rekdal vs. Matsuta Satou in the Second Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Omar Calvert (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #79, Underdog: +490) vs. Pepe (11-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #178, Favorite: -620)

Omar Calvert is a hard-hitting Brit, a Middleweight competitor with a penchant for knocking people out. Debuting in 1999, he knocked out all of his first six opponents within the first round, a feat that attracted the attention of SIGMA. They signed him in 2001 only to see him lose on his debut, laid out by Ezio Gnocchi in the first round. Pepe is a solid professional from Brazil, who has good hands and a decent grappling game to his name, but neither is at a high enough level to truly test any of the bigger names in the sport. He's definately an upper-level fighter on the regional circuit though. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ademir Coelho vs. Welvis Andre de Arruda in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Dennis "The Irish Lion" Gallagher (14-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #119, Favorite: -1080) vs. Paxton "The Fink" Brinkal (9-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #138, Underdog: +860)

Dennis Gallagher is a competent but deeply unmemorable fighter, who has decent hands and can grapple a bit, but ultimately has nothing about him that indicates he'll ever be able to break out of the pack and become more than a solid journeyman. Paxton Brinkal is a slugger from Somerset. He likes to come out swinging and packs a decent punch, but his lack of anything approaching a plan B is a huge weakness and is easily exploited by most competent professional fighters. The winner of this fight will face #10 Rob Baines in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Jorge Hormazabal (22-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #103, Favorite: -720) vs. Hayato Koga (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #154, Underdog: +570)

Jorge Hormazabal is Chilean, a Jiu-Jitsu black belt who is noted for his love of armbars to finish fights. Dangerous when the fight is on the ground, his biggest flaw has always been his weak striking. He was with FLB for the entirety of it's lifespan, although he had a disappointing end to his run there when his final fight saw him get knocked out by Eriverton Laurentino in brutal fashion. Hayato Koga is a true mixed martial artist who comes from an amateur wrestling background but has studied striking and submissions to make himself a versatile all-rounder. The winner of this fight will face #26 Tadao Miyazaki in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ademir Coelho (9-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #50, Favorite: -250) vs. Welvis Andre de Arruda (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #207, Underdog: +190)

Ademir Coelho is a decent Muay Thai fighter, good on his feet and when he is able to get in close and use his knee strikes, his weakness is his ground game. His career highlight so far has been competing for the FLB Middleweight title in July 2000, where he lost to the champion, Joaquim Fontes. Since FLB's demise Coelho has been working for ALPHA-1 in Japan. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Atsutane Akera in his last fight. Welvis Andre de Arruda is a decent kick boxer, who is a dangerous opponent to stand with due to his hard leg kicks and his quick, elusive style of movement. His big weaknesses are his grappling and ground game. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Omar Calvert vs. Pepe in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Gordy Gallant (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #127, Favorite: -160) vs. Tadakuni Fumihiko (18-12, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #130, Underdog: +120)

Gordy Gallant is a wrestler who is noted for being a cardio machine. At his best when he can beat up opponents from the clinch, he looks like a real prospect for the future. Tadakuni Fumihiko is a brawler, who comes out with the intention of trying to land his heavy hands on his opponents chin ASAP. He has very little else to offer, and has been quickly passed by in the fast-moving world of MMA. The winner of this fight will face #2 Joaquim Fontes in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Blaze "Hellraiser" Weeks (4-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #98, Underdog: +240) vs. Zenko "The Wild One" Hatakeyama (13-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #159, Favorite: -310)

Blaze Weeks may have an awesome name but unfortunately his MMA skills are not quite as good. He may improve as he gains experience, but early in his career he has shown nothing to contradict the fact that he is a fairly average wrestler who poses little threat of finishing opponents. Zenko Hatakeyama is a journeyman professional, who has never really risen above the status of being pretty decent. He has fairly good hands, but the rest of his game is sorely lacking. The winner of this fight will face #31 Dexter Darling in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Paul "The Demolisher" Goodfellow (1-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #87, Underdog: +500) vs. "Tenacious" Shaun Dico (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #170, Favorite: -630)

Paul Goodfellow is one of the UK's brightest prospects, a high level kick boxer who is known for his brutal finishing ability. A born fighter, if Goodfellow can get his grappling to a decent level then he'll become an extremely dangerous mixed martial artist who can trouble the Middleweight rankings. He was signed to BCF in 2001, and has gone 1-1 in his first two fights, and is coming off a Split Decision loss to Billy Fish in his last fight. Shaun Dico comes from a wrestling background and got his nickname "Tenacious" because of the way he relentlessly pursues takedowns. Difficult to deal with once he has top control, and an absolute master of shutting down submission games, he is one of the hardest fighters to strategize against. The winner of this fight will face #42 Woody Fierstein in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Ashihei Takimoto (4-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #90, Favorite: -130) vs. Tsunesaburo Baisotei (5-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #167, Underdog: +100)

Ashihei Takimoto is a Japanese Middleweight competitor, who comes from a wrestling background and is adept at working from the clinch, often battering his opponents with dirty boxing and sharp elbows. Tsunesaburo Baisotei is a fairly poor fighter, who has some average submission skills that could cause issues for the unwary, but for the most part he just doesn't have the skill or athleticism to compete at anything but the lowest level. The winner of this fight will face #39 Petey Mack in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Sewer Rat" Ronnie Allen Teller (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #122, Favorite: -730) vs. "Satanic" Ali Pyke (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #135, Underdog: +580)

Ronnie Allen Teller fights out of Hell's Kitchen, and can hold his own in a boxing match but is primarily a wrestler, liking to get in close and grind out victories. He's a tough human being but probably doesn't have the raw athleticism to ever be a top MMA star. Ali Pyke is a Middleweight competitor from Indiana who originally comes from a kick boxing background. A master of using low kicks to break down his opponents base, he also possesses a powerful head kick. The winner of this fight will face #7 Mal Phe Roby in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Edgar Van Den Hoogenband (6-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #82, Favorite: -820) vs. Hachemon Matsuda (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #175, Underdog: +650)

Edgar Van Den Hoogenband is one of the very best kick boxers in the world, who is an elite striker who can stand and trade with anyone in the sport. If he can improve his wrestling and ground game, he could be a major player. A bad knee injury saw him sidelined for 18 months in 1999 and really stalled his career. Since returning he has looked slightly less dynamic than before, and in his last fight he tasted his first defeat after getting bullied by young Charlie Oakley for three rounds. Hachemon Matsuda is a kick boxer who has heavy hands and brutal leg kicks, and is not someone you want to stand in front of and trade with. Fortunately for potential opponents, his complete lack of grappling or ground game means that you don't necessarily have fight him at his own game. The winner of this fight will face #47 Eriverton Laurentino in the Second Round.

 

Weigh-In Results

Ivor Orr (185 lbs) vs. Tuck Durdell (185 lbs)

Gavin Marshall (185 lbs) vs. Owen Hyde (185 lbs)

Thorbjorn Rekdal (185 lbs) vs. Matsuta Satou (185 lbs)

Tony Legg (185 lbs) vs. Nigel Malley (185 lbs)

Alex Cole (185 lbs) vs. Mochihito Yamazaki (185 lbs)

Snuffy Fontana (185 lbs) vs. Conrad Bueller (185 lbs)

Gempachi Higa (185 lbs) vs. Kramer Mayweather (185 lbs)

Thomas Billings (185 lbs) vs. Keith Plaice (185 lbs)

Vagner (185 lbs) vs. Barrett Fforde (185 lbs)

Tucker Plumm (185 lbs) vs. Derren Barton (185 lbs)

Omar Calvert (185 lbs) vs. Pepe (185 lbs)

Dennis Gallagher (185 lbs) vs. Paxton Brinkal (185 lbs)

Jorge Hormazabal (185 lbs) vs. Hayato Koga (185 lbs)

Ademir Coelho (185 lbs) vs. Welvis Andre de Arruda (185 lbs)

Gordy Gallant (185 lbs) vs. Tadakuni Fumihiko (185 lbs)

Blaze Weeks (185 lbs) vs. Zenko Hatakeyama (185 lbs)

Paul Goodfellow (185 lbs) vs. Shaun Dico (185 lbs)

Ashihei Takimoto (185 lbs) vs. Tsunesaburo Baisotei (185 lbs)

Ronnie Allen Teller (185 lbs) vs. Ali Pyke (185 lbs)

Edgar Van Den Hoogenband (185 lbs) vs. Hachemon Matsuda (185 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 18 Full Fight Card

MW: Ivor Orr vs. Tuck Durdell

MW: Gavin Marshall vs. Owen Hyde

MW: Thorbjorn Rekdal vs. Matsuta Satou

MW: Tony Legg vs. Nigel Malley

MW: Alex Cole vs. Mochihito Yamazaki

MW: Snuffy Fontana vs. Conrad Bueller

MW: Gempachi Higa vs. Kramer Mayweather

MW: Thom Billings vs. Keith Plaice

MW: Vagner vs. Barrett Fforde

MW: Tucker Plumm vs. Derren Barton

 

MW: Omar Calvert vs. Pepe

MW: Dennis Gallagher vs. Paxton Brinkal

MW: Jorge Hormazabal vs. Hayato Koga

MW: Ademir Coelho vs. Welvis Andre de Arruda

MW: Gordy Gallant vs. Tadakuni Fumihiko

MW: Blaze Weeks vs. Zenko Hatakeyama

MW: Paul Goodfellow vs. Shaun Dico

MW: Ashihei Takimoto vs. Tsunesaburo Baisotei

MW: Ronnie Allen Teller vs. Ali Pyke

MW: Edgar Van Den Hoogenband vs. Hachemon Matsuda

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Friday, Week 3, March 2002

Live From Windsor, Ontario

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Edgar Van Den Hoogenband (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Utrecht, Netherlands, Favorite: -820) vs. Hachemon Matsuda (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Underdog: +650)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the prelim fights is Edgar Van Den Hoogenband taking on Hachemon Matsuda.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Matsuda misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Van Den Hoogenband comes in with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Matsuda uses a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Van Den Hoogenband lands a left jab and also launches a right head kick that did damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Covering up, Matsuda backs off until trapped against the cage! Van Den Hoogenband may have rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Van Den Hoogenband lands a hard right hand right through the guard, sending Matsuda down to the canvas!

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Van Den Hoogenband knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Matsuda, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Van Den Hoogenband starts unloading with massive rights and Matsuda is getting pasted!

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Referee Leo Behan pulls Van Den Hoogenband away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Edgar Van Den Hoogenband takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Edgar Van Den Hoogenband defeats Hachemon Matsuda (TKO (Strikes) in 1:14 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Edgar Van Den Hoogenband thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and answers that Wesley Sneep would be someone he'd like to compete against.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Sewer Rat" Ronnie Allen Teller (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Hell's Kitchen, New York, Favorite: -730) vs. "Satanic" Ali Pyke (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Fort Wayne, Indiana, Underdog: +580)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Sewer Rat' Ronnie Allen Teller squaring off with 'Satanic' Ali Pyke.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Gregory C. James, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Pyke doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Pyke.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Teller comes in and grabs Pyke in a clinch.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Teller achieves it, pinning Pyke to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Pyke is trapped against the cage and Teller hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Teller uses dirty boxing to punish Pyke while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Smothered against the cage, Pyke cannot get free.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Teller shows great control, keeping Pyke pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Teller keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Pyke connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Pyke can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) It looked like we were about to see Teller try and get some grappling started, but Pyke was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Pyke lands two jabs and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Teller.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Pyke, 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Teller, the heavy favourite, would not have expected the first round to go like that; he looks a little dazed.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Teller warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Pyke connects with a jab, but the following leg kick misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) A defensive jab hits from Teller.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Pyke throws a punch but Teller was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Teller hits a tentative left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Pyke doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Teller is limping slightly.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) Pyke doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:45) Teller moves in fast and clinches with Pyke.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Teller is trying to muscle Pyke up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Pyke ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Teller exerts total control, keeping Pyke smothered against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Pyke, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Teller is exerting.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Teller and Pyke remain up against the cage for the next thirty seconds, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) Referee Kenneth Capote thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) Pyke lands a left hand and then hits a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Pyke is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Teller isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he shoots in at the wrong moment.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Pyke connects with a jab, but Teller dodges the leg kick that follows.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Pyke throws a two-punch combo but Teller avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 00:21) Seizing the opportunity, Teller clinches.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Teller tries to wrestle Pyke backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Pyke ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Pyke.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Pyke is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Pyke is off-target with a jab but lands a low kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Teller scores with a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) There's a takedown attempt from Teller.

(Rd 3 - 04:21) The takedown is completed, Pyke is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:10) The clock runs down as Pyke is being smothered against the ground by Teller.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Pyke is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Teller off of him.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) Teller pounds away, but Pyke isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Pyke throws out some punches, but Teller leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 3 - 02:39) Teller fires away with punches, but Pyke doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Pyke throws out some punches, but Teller leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 3 - 02:03) Teller lies on top of Pyke, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) With no progress being made, referee Kenneth Capote brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Taking a few gulps of breath, Teller is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) Teller may have been setting up to shoot, but Pyke aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) Pyke fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) Pyke closes in on Teller, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) Teller may have been setting up to shoot, but Pyke aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 00:54) Pyke throws a one-two, but Teller was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Pyke fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Teller with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Pyke can't connect with a jab, but then catches Teller with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Pyke.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Teller is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:50) A jab hits home from Pyke and then he scores with a fantastic right cross!

(Rd 4 - 04:50) He's down! Teller falls to the floor!

(Rd 4 - 04:40) Pyke senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 4 - 04:40) Pyke pounds away, Teller is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!

(Rd 4 - 04:40) The referee pulls Pyke away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 4 - 04:24) By TKO, the winner is Ali Pyke!

 

 

Official Result: 'Satanic' Ali Pyke defeats 'The Sewer Rat' Ronnie Allen Teller (TKO (Strikes) in 0:36 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

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

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ashihei Takimoto (4-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -130) vs. Tsunesaburo Baisotei (5-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Underdog: +100)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Ashihei Takimoto takes on Tsunesaburo Baisotei.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Gregory C. James.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Takimoto looks significantly bigger than Baisotei as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Takimoto chooses to shoot in on Baisotei.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Takimoto gets a single leg takedown! Baisotei pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Takimoto attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) He passes to side control.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Takimoto unloads with some right hands, but Baisotei deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Takimoto blocks Baisotei as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) Takimoto pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Takimoto blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Takimoto fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Baisotei tries to pull guard on Takimoto but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) Looking to catch his breath, Takimoto is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Baisotei tries to move to guard, but Takimoto doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Takimoto unloads with some right hands, but Baisotei deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Baisotei tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Baisotei comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Takimoto, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Baisotei lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Takimoto steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Baisotei hits a left hand, but Takimoto evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Without taking too much damage, Takimoto is able to clinch with Baisotei.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Takimoto is looking to muscle Baisotei back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) He does so and now has Baisotei pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Takimoto hits Baisotei, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Takimoto.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Baisotei steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Baisotei fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Takimoto with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Baisotei throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Takimoto gets hold of Baisotei, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Takimoto uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Baisotei as they grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Takimoto is trying to push Baisotei so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) He does so and now has Baisotei pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Takimoto catches Baisotei with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Baisotei.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Takimoto smothers Baisotei against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Takimoto smothers Baisotei against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Takimoto drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) Takimoto drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) Baisotei is trapped against the cage and Takimoto hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 2 - 02:42) Takimoto hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 2 - 02:35) Takimoto pins Baisotei up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Takimoto hits Baisotei, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Referee Kyle Crisp thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) A jab lands from Baisotei, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) There's a takedown attempt from Takimoto.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Baisotei is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) That's his second successful takedown from two attempts.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Takimoto clings very tight to Baisotei while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) Baisotei tries to pull Takimoto in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) Takimoto fires off a few punches.

(Rd 2 - 00:24) Takimoto doesn't let Baisotei pull him in close to be smothered.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Takimoto clings very tight to Baisotei while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Takimoto, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Takimoto up 20-18.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Baisotei in between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Baisotei throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Takimoto seizes the chance and grabs Baisotei into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Takimoto hits Baisotei with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Takimoto uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Baisotei as they grapple.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Takimoto tries to wrestle Baisotei backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Takimoto achieves it, pinning Baisotei to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Takimoto scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Takimoto uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Takimoto scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Takimoto pins Baisotei up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) Baisotei is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) Takimoto smothers Baisotei against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) Baisotei is bleeding under his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound.

(Rd 3 - 02:31) Takimoto catches Baisotei with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) Baisotei is trapped against the cage and Takimoto hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) Takimoto is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Takimoto.

(Rd 3 - 01:44) Baisotei gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:36) Takimoto begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 3 - 01:36) Takimoto passes to side control with ease.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:51) Takimoto pounds away, but Baisotei isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:34) Baisotei tries to move to guard, but Takimoto doesn't allow it.

(Rd 3 - 00:17) Takimoto fires off some rights, but Baisotei isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Takimoto took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Baisotei will be able to take the victory without a finish.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Bleeding, Baisotei is attended to by the cut man between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:47) A jab lands from Baisotei, but Takimoto evades a big right punch.

(Rd 4 - 04:37) Takimoto gets hold of Baisotei without taking too much damage.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Takimoto is trying to muscle Baisotei up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Takimoto achieves it, pinning Baisotei to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) Baisotei is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:00) Takimoto tries to elbow Baisotei, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Takimoto is looking really tired.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Baisotei is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Baisotei comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Takimoto almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Baisotei has hold of one leg.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Baisotei drives Takimoto up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) Baisotei drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) Baisotei fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Baisotei tries to lock Takimoto into a kimura.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Baisotei gets the kimura fully applied and Takimoto has to tap out!

(Rd 4 - 02:02) The winner, by submission, is Tsunesaburo Baisotei!

 

 

Official Result: Tsunesaburo Baisotei defeats Ashihei Takimoto (Submission (Kimura) in 2:58 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Tsunesaburo Baisotei thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Paul "The Demolisher" Goodfellow (1-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Nottingham, England, Underdog: +500) vs. "Tenacious" Shaun Dico (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Copenhagen, Denmark, Favorite: -630)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Paul 'The Demolisher' Goodfellow competes against 'Tenacious' Shaun Dico.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Gregory C. James, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Dico may have been setting up to shoot, but Goodfellow aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Goodfellow throws a two-punch combo but Dico avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Dico comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) The takedown is completed, Goodfellow is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Dico pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Dico smothers Goodfellow with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Dico pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) The clock runs down as Goodfellow is being smothered against the ground by Dico.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) The clock runs down as Goodfellow is being smothered against the ground by Dico.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Dico starts trying to work to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Goodfellow allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Goodfellow scrambles to his feet, but Dico immediately drives him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Goodfellow is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Goodfellow takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Using tight body-to-body control, Dico is slowly wearing Goodfellow down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Goodfellow takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Goodfellow is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Unable to get free, Goodfellow is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) The rest of the round sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Dico.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Dico to go on and win this fight now that the first round has gone his way.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's hard to see a scenario where Goodfellow can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Dico comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) He has the takedown! Goodfellow pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Dico lies on top of Goodfellow, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Dico pounds away, but Goodfellow isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Time slips away as Dico successfully keeps Goodfellow stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Dico tries to pound on Goodfellow, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) Time slips away as Dico successfully keeps Goodfellow stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Goodfellow is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Dico off of him.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Dico fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Dico fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Dico unloads with some right hands, but Goodfellow deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Goodfellow confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Goodfellow lands a left jab, but Dico evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) Goodfellow comes in fast with four quick punches, landing three of them, but misses when he attempts to go to the body after.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) Dico chooses to shoot in on Goodfellow.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) Dico gets a single leg takedown! Goodfellow pulls guard off it.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Dico pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 2 - 00:17) Dico lies on top of Goodfellow, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Dico.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Dico ahead 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Dico may have been setting up to shoot, but Goodfellow aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Goodfellow lands a left hand and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Dico.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) There's a takedown attempt from Dico.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Dico gets a single leg takedown! Goodfellow pulls guard off it.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Time slips away as Dico successfully keeps Goodfellow stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) Dico pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Goodfellow is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Dico off of him.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) The clock runs down as Goodfellow is being smothered against the ground by Dico.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) Dico fires off some rights, but Goodfellow isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 3 - 02:17) Time slips away as Dico successfully keeps Goodfellow stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 01:52) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 3 - 01:40) There's a takedown attempt from Dico.

(Rd 3 - 01:40) Dico gets the takedown! Goodfellow pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:33) In guard, Dico is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) The clock runs down as Goodfellow is being smothered against the ground by Dico.

(Rd 3 - 00:38) Dico fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) Goodfellow is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Dico off of him.

(Rd 3 - 00:03) Dico smothers Goodfellow with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Dico, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Goodfellow is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) There's a takedown attempt from Dico, who set it up well.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Goodfellow is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:36) Time slips away as Dico successfully keeps Goodfellow stuck against the ground.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) Dico fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Dico fires away with punches, but Goodfellow doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:19) Dico unloads with some right hands, but Goodfellow deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 4 - 03:06) Goodfellow is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Dico off of him.

(Rd 4 - 02:32) The clock runs down as Goodfellow is being smothered against the ground by Dico.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Dico throws a few relatively weak right hands.

(Rd 4 - 01:49) Dico lies on top of Goodfellow, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 01:10) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 4 - 01:10) For the first time, Dico is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) Goodfellow moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) Goodfellow comes in fast with three quick punches, landing three of them, and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Goodfellow confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Dico had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Goodfellow can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Dico with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Goodfellow moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Dico looked like he was going to shoot, but Goodfellow simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Goodfellow throws a punch but Dico avoids it.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen, hopefully things will pick up in the next one.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Dico.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Goodfellow winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Goodfellow comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Goodfellow fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right head kick.

'(Rd 5 - 04:29) Dico shoots in at high speed for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) That's seven takedowns from seven attempts for Dico.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) Dico fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 5 - 03:58) Dico is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 5 - 03:58) Goodfellow allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 5 - 03:44) The scramble sees Dico up first, and he is quick to wrestle Goodfellow up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) Dico stomps down on his opponent's foot.

(Rd 5 - 03:21) Dico pins Goodfellow up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 03:03) Dico shows great control, keeping Goodfellow pressed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:03) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 5 - 02:02) Dico hits Goodfellow, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 01:46) Referee Kyle Crisp thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:32) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Dico, but Goodfellow was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 01:32) A jab is wide from Goodfellow, but then he catches Dico with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 5 - 01:14) Dico had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 01:14) Goodfellow fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.

(Rd 5 - 01:14) Dico was ready and manages to catch the kick!

(Rd 5 - 01:05) Seeing his opportunity, Dico tries to put Goodfellow on the mat.

(Rd 5 - 01:05) He has the takedown! Goodfellow has to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) Dico lies on top of Goodfellow, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) Time slips away as Dico successfully keeps Goodfellow stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Dico took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 50-45 (Gregory C. James), 50-46 (Edward Wilde) and 50-45 (Ian Rivers).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) 'Tenacious' Shaun Dico is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'Tenacious' Shaun Dico defeats Paul 'The Demolisher' Goodfellow (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Shaun Dico name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He highlights that he is still undefeated and says that other fighters are avoiding him because they know that he is unbeatable.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Blaze "Hellraiser" Weeks (4-5, 0-0 CTC, From: San Jose, California, Underdog: +240) vs. Zenko "The Wild One" Hatakeyama (13-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Favorite: -310)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Blaze 'Hellraiser' Weeks fights Zenko 'The Wild One' Hatakeyama.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Gregory C. James, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Hatakeyama steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Weeks hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Hatakeyama lands a left jab but Weeks avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Hatakeyama stalks forward, pressuring Weeks.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Weeks throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Hatakeyama can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Weeks misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Moving forward constantly, Hatakeyama is pressuring Weeks.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Hatakeyama looks to pressure Weeks, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Hatakeyama hits a left jab and then he hits Weeks with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Hatakeyama hits a jab and also lands a nice right hook. Weeks connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Hatakeyama steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Weeks hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Hatakeyama can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he catches Weeks with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Hatakeyama moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Weeks into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Hatakeyama bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Hatakeyama uses a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Taking a few gulps of breath, Hatakeyama is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Hatakeyama forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Weeks hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Hatakeyama can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Weeks keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Hatakeyama hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Hatakeyama forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Weeks throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Hatakeyama throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Hatakeyama comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Weeks throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Hatakeyama lands a jab and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) It looked like we were about to see Weeks try and get some grappling started, but Hatakeyama was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Hatakeyama hits a left hand, but Weeks avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Hatakeyama.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Weeks appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Hatakeyama took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Hatakeyama throws a punch but Weeks avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Weeks misses with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Hatakeyama uses a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:20) Hatakeyama is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) Hatakeyama comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) Weeks lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) Hatakeyama can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Hatakeyama is breathing very hard.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) Hatakeyama connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Hatakeyama comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Weeks misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Hatakeyama can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Weeks with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Hatakeyama confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Hatakeyama lands a left jab, but Weeks avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Hatakeyama clinches up, looking shattered.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Using his wrestling skills, Weeks is trying to push Hatakeyama up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Weeks manages it and controls Hatakeyama up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Weeks catches Hatakeyama with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Weeks uses dirty boxing to punish Hatakeyama while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Weeks drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Hatakeyama is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) Weeks uses dirty boxing to punish Hatakeyama while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Weeks looks to sweep a leg out from under Hatakeyama so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) He sweeps the leg, sending Hatakeyama to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control!

(Rd 2 - 00:34) Weeks tries to lock Hatakeyama in an arm triangle.

(Rd 2 - 00:34) The arm triangle is locked in tight, but Hatakeyama refuses to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 00:34) Shockingly, Weeks loses it! Hatakeyama pops his head free, and has somehow survived!

(Rd 2 - 00:07) Hatakeyama tries to move to guard, but Weeks doesn't allow it.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) From the looks of things, I don't think Hatakeyama has much energy left.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Weeks.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Weeks misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Hatakeyama comes in with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:55) Blood is visible, it appears that Weeks has suffered a large gash above his eye.

(Rd 3 - 04:34) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:34) Weeks misses with a big right hand, allowing Hatakeyama to counter with a quick left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Hatakeyama scores with a great right hook. Weeks connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) That shot may have caused a broken nose, there is blood all over the face of Hatakeyama.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) That's going to make breathing a lot tougher and tire him out quicker.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) Weeks slips past a right hook and counters with a nice left hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) For the first time, Weeks is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Hatakeyama closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Hatakeyama throws a punch but Weeks avoids it.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Hatakeyama comes forward to attack.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Hatakeyama steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Weeks.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Hatakeyama can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Weeks glances at his corner and gets a few words of encouragement in response.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Weeks lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) Hatakeyama uses a left jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Weeks can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Hatakeyama is off target with a left jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:01) Hatakeyama looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 3 - 01:52) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Weeks.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) Referee Leo Behan signals for the fight to continue!

(Rd 3 - 01:35) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) Hatakeyama counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Weeks is off target with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Hatakeyama has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Hatakeyama hits a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Weeks lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Hatakeyama, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Hatakeyama ahead 29-28.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Hatakeyama looks a mess, his left eye is swollen completely shut as a result of the broken nose. His corner go to work on it.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Weeks doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Hatakeyama is off target with a left jab but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:19) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:19) Hatakeyama hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:19) Weeks lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:54) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:54) Hatakeyama hits a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:54) Weeks lands a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Hatakeyama misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Weeks scores with a jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) A few deep breaths betray that Weeks is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) Weeks lands a left jab and also lands a nice right hook. Hatakeyama scores with a jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:45) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:45) Hatakeyama connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:45) Weeks is off-target with a jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) Weeks uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) Hatakeyama hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) Hatakeyama comes forward, walking down Weeks.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) Weeks hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) A jab is wide from Hatakeyama, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Hatakeyama acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head.

(Rd 4 - 01:47) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) Weeks uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Hatakeyama.

(Rd 4 - 01:08) Weeks tries to wrestle Hatakeyama backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:08) Hatakeyama ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) Weeks is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) Weeks pins Hatakeyama up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 00:30) Weeks pins Hatakeyama up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 4 - 00:24) Weeks hits Hatakeyama, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 00:08) Weeks pins Hatakeyama up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Weeks, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) So, it looks like it all comes down to the final round - whoever wins it should win the fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:50) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Hatakeyama misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) Hatakeyama lands a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) Weeks lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:57) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 5 - 03:47) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:47) Weeks hits Hatakeyama with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Weeks is looking to muscle Hatakeyama back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Hatakeyama ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:14) Weeks looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 03:14) Hatakeyama is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 02:54) Weeks pins Hatakeyama up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 02:34) Weeks drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) Hatakeyama takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 5 - 02:11) Weeks smothers Hatakeyama against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Hatakeyama is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:41) Weeks smothers Hatakeyama against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Leo Behan brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:17) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) Weeks tries to take Hatakeyama down.

(Rd 5 - 00:54) Weeks gets the takedown! Hatakeyama pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:42) Time slips away as Weeks successfully keeps Hatakeyama stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 00:13) The clock runs down as Hatakeyama is being smothered against the ground by Weeks.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Weeks took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 48-47.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Blaze 'Hellraiser' Weeks the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Blaze 'Hellraiser' Weeks defeats Zenko 'The Wild One' Hatakeyama (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

 

 

 

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

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Gordy Gallant (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Charlotte, North Carolina, Favorite: -160) vs. Tadakuni Fumihiko (18-12, 0-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Underdog: +120)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Gordy Gallant goes up against Tadakuni Fumihiko.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Gregory C. James, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:52) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Fumihiko hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Gallant lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Gallant lands a left hook. Fumihiko lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Fumihiko misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Gallant comes in with a nice left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) An errant finger caught Fumihiko in the eye, he backs off clutching his face.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) He gets a few moments to recover in a neutral corner.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) The fight begins again.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Gallant has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Fumihiko doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Gallant misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Fumihiko hits a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Gallant slips past a right hook and counters with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) Fumihiko connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) Gallant hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Fumihiko slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Fumihiko comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Gallant lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) A jab hits home from Fumihiko and then he catches Gallant with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Fumihiko misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Gallant to attack with a quick left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Gallant has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Fumihiko finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Fumihiko just about edged it.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Fumihiko misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Gallant attacks with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Taking a few gulps of breath, Fumihiko is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Fumihiko misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Fumihiko has a large gash on his forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward his eyes.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Fumihiko misses a right hook and gets countered with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Gallant misses with a left jab and also has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Fumihiko doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Gallant doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Fumihiko misses with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Gallant dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Gallant dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Fumihiko misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Fumihiko is being totally outstruck so far in this fight.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) Fumihiko appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) Fumihiko misses with a big right hand, allowing Gallant to counter with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Referee Kyle Crisp calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Fumihiko.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) The referee signals for the fight to continue!

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Gallant.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Gallant lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Fumihiko lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Fumihiko is bleeding again from just above his hairline, a strike has re-opened the wound.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Gallant dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) Gallant is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Fumihiko hits a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Gallant lands a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:59) Gallant counters a right hand with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Breathing very hard, Fumihiko is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Gallant misses a jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Fumihiko tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) Fumihiko looking shattered, initiates a clinch to buy some recovery time.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) Gallant is looking to muscle Fumihiko back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) Gallant manages it and controls Fumihiko up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) Fumihiko is pressed up against the cage and held there.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) With Fumihiko bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) The fight recommences!

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Gallant comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Fumihiko fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Gallant connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) Fumihiko misses with a big right hand, allowing Gallant to counter with a good right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) Fumihiko misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 3 - 00:29) Fumihiko, who looks very tired, gets grabbed by Gallant.

(Rd 3 - 00:29) Gallant is looking to muscle Fumihiko back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:29) Gallant achieves it, pinning Fumihiko to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Gallant catches Fumihiko with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Gallant smothers Fumihiko against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Gallant, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Gallant up 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:53) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 4 - 04:40) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:40) Gallant is looking to muscle Fumihiko back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:40) Fumihiko ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:29) Fumihiko is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Fumihiko is trapped against the cage and Gallant hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 03:57) Gallant hits Fumihiko, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Fumihiko looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 03:38) Fumihiko is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) Fumihiko is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 4 - 03:11) Gallant pins Fumihiko up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 02:51) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:51) Gallant appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 4 - 02:43) Gallant comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 4 - 02:43) Fumihiko throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 4 - 02:43) Gallant lands a jab and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:21) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:59) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:59) Gallant tries to wrestle Fumihiko backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:59) Gallant achieves it, pinning Fumihiko to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:44) Gallant looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 01:44) Fumihiko is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) Fumihiko is trapped against the cage and Gallant hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 01:17) Fumihiko is trapped against the cage and Gallant hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 01:03) Fumihiko is trapped against the cage and Gallant hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) Fumihiko is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) Fumihiko is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 00:14) Gallant pins Fumihiko up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Gallant, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Fumihiko really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Gallant slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) Fumihiko lands a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) Gallant is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Fumihiko looks exhausted.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Gallant glares at his opponent.

(Rd 5 - 03:54) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:54) Gallant is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:54) Fumihiko hits a left cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:34) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 03:34) Fumihiko misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Gallant attacks with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 5 - 03:08) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 03:08) Gallant counters a right hand with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 5 - 02:59) Gallant looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 02:59) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:59) Gallant is looking to muscle Fumihiko back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:59) Fumihiko ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:46) Gallant pins Fumihiko up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) Fumihiko is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:21) Gallant uses dirty boxing to punish Fumihiko while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) Gallant catches Fumihiko with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) Fumihiko gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Gallant keeps Fumihiko up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) Gallant catches Fumihiko with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 01:31) Gallant pins Fumihiko up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:14) Fumihiko takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:53) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:53) Gallant hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves. Fumihiko hits a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:32) Gallant aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started.

(Rd 5 - 00:32) Fumihiko throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 5 - 00:24) Gallant seizes the chance and grabs Fumihiko into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) Gallant is looking to muscle Fumihiko back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) Fumihiko ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Gallant looks totally gassed.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Gallant took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 49-46 (Reginald Wodehouse), 50-45 (Gregory C. James) and 50-45 (Edward Wilde).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Gordy Gallant!

 

 

Official Result: Gordy Gallant defeats Tadakuni Fumihiko (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Gordy Gallant praises his team at War Dogs, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Jackson Goode, saying that he'll destroy him.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ademir Coelho (9-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Favorite: -250) vs. Welvis Andre de Arruda (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +190)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Ademir Coelho going head to head with Welvis Andre de Arruda.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Coelho hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Welvis hits a left jab but can't make contact on a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Welvis lands a left jab but is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Coelho hits a jab and also nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Coelho doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Welvis hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Welvis doesn't connect with a left jab and also fails to land a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Coelho doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Welvis hits a left jab and also lands a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Coelho uses a left jab and also lands a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Coelho scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Welvis is off-target with a jab but hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Welvis feints to one side, causing Coelho to react and leave himself off balance.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Welvis is off target with a left jab but lands a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Coelho uses a left jab but fails on a hook attempt to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) Welvis misses with a big right hand, allowing Coelho to counter with a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) Welvis rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Coelho scores with a jab but misses a high kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Welvis doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round certainly got the fans going.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Coelho.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) Welvis is off target with a left jab but hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:55) Coelho scores with a jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Welvis misses with a left jab but hits a kick to the lead leg. Coelho scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) Taking a few gulps of breath, Welvis is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) Coelho limps slightly as he circles.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Welvis has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Coelho doesn't connect with a left jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Coelho rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Welvis misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a high kick that misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:43) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Welvis dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Welvis misses with a big right hand, allowing Coelho to counter with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Welvis doesn't connect with a left jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Coelho doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Welvis doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Coelho finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Welvis misses with a left jab but hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Coelho hits a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Coelho slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 2 - 00:04) Coelho limps around, his leg now virtually useless thanks to all the damage it has taken.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Coelho.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Coelho.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 05:00) Barely able to walk now, the damage Coelho has taken to his legs has really taken its toll.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) For the first time, Coelho is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) Coelho can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Coelho slips past a right hook and counters with a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Coelho misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) It looks like Coelho has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 03:26) A few deep breaths betray that Welvis is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Coelho comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Welvis fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 03:14) Coelho can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits Welvis with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Welvis goes to the body with a left kick.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Coelho is off-target with a jab but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Coelho can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) Coelho moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Welvis into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) Welvis fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) Coelho lands a left hand and then he catches Welvis with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 3 - 01:47) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Coelho stalks forward, pressuring Welvis.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Coelho steps into the pocket.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Coelho lands a left hand and then he catches Welvis with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:15) Limping heavily, Coelho is struggling to move around.

(Rd 3 - 01:01) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:37) Coelho is barely able to walk thanks to all the damage to the legs he has been forced to take.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Moving forward constantly, Coelho is pressuring Welvis.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Welvis misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Coelho hits a left jab and then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) Referee Leo Behan calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Coelho.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) The fight will be restarted in the center!

(Rd 3 - 00:07) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Welvis misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a good right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Coelho, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Welvis will be able to take the victory without a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 04:34) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:34) Welvis tries to wriggle free, but Coelho controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 4 - 04:18) Coelho is trying to lock Welvis into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:18) Coelho achieves it, Welvis could not fight out of it.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) Welvis blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:34) Welvis looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 03:34) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Coelho blasts Welvis with a big knee to the chest.

(Rd 4 - 03:19) Coelho misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:48) Using the clinch, Coelho hits a vicious knee to the ribs of Welvis.

(Rd 4 - 02:35) Coelho tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Welvis isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 4 - 02:01) Welvis is released from the clinch, Coelho looks to change tactics.

(Rd 4 - 01:51) Coelho is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) Coelho is aiming to get Welvis into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:28) Coelho achieves it, Welvis could not fight out of it.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) From the clinch, Welvis gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) Coelho tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Welvis isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 4 - 00:27) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Coelho blasts Welvis with a big knee to the chest.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Coelho looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) Coelho misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Coelho, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Welvis really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Welvis has an ugly black bruise on his side, that surely must be restricting what he can do.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 5 - 04:45) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) Coelho is looking to get Welvis in a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) He has it hooked, Welvis needs to find a way out quickly.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) From the clinch, Coelho drives a huge knee to the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) Coelho tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Welvis isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 5 - 03:17) From the clinch, Welvis gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.

(Rd 5 - 03:05) Coelho misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:31) Using the clinch, Coelho blasts Welvis with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.

(Rd 5 - 02:16) Coelho keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Coelho breaks the Muay Thai clinch, deciding to try a different strategy.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) Welvis looks utterly exhausted, he has absolutely nothing left in the tank.

(Rd 5 - 01:36) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) Coelho is trying to force Welvis into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) Welvis can't fight it off and ends up caught.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) Using the clinch, Coelho hits a vicious knee to the ribs of Welvis.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) Coelho tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Welvis isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) From the clinch, Welvis gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Coelho.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 49-46 (Edward Wilde), 50-45 (Ian Rivers) and 50-45 (Millhouse Twain).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Ademir Coelho wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Ademir Coelho defeats Welvis Andre de Arruda (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ademir Coelho thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Ademir Coelho celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Jorge Hormazabal (22-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Santiago, Chile, Favorite: -720) vs. Hayato Koga (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Underdog: +570)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Jorge Hormazabal competes against Hayato Koga.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Gregory C. James, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Hormazabal misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Koga misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Hormazabal to attack with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Koga hits a left hand, but Hormazabal evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Koga comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Hormazabal, looking very tentative, pokes out a pair of quick jabs; neither had any power on them.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Koga connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Hormazabal comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Koga fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Hormazabal throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Hormazabal looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Koga simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Koga lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Hormazabal misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Koga lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Shoulders hunched, Hormazabal studies his opponent, looking for an opportunity.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Koga uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Hormazabal lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Koga throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Hormazabal seizes the chance and grabs Koga into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) Hormazabal tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) He sweeps the leg, sending Koga to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control!

(Rd 1 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Hormazabal attempts to move to mount.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Koga keeps Hormazabal from mounting him.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Koga is concentrating on defending as well as he can and is doing a great job of holding Hormazabal to side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Hormazabal pounds away, but Koga calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Koga.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) This is not how we saw this fight going at all, and Hormazabal looks a little shell-shocked too.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Hormazabal looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Koga simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Koga hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Hormazabal shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) A great sprawl from Koga prevents the takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Hormazabal hits a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Koga lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Hormazabal lands a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Koga lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 01:37) For the first time, Koga is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Hormazabal comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Koga hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) A jab lands from Hormazabal but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Koga hits a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Hormazabal finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) For the first time, Hormazabal is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Koga had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Hormazabal can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Koga with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Koga.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Koga is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Hormazabal finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Koga hits a jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) It looks like Koga has been cut above the eye.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Hormazabal had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Koga can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Hormazabal steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Koga scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Hormazabal can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Koga with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) Hormazabal comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) Koga throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) Hormazabal hits a left jab and then he catches Koga with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) It looked like we were about to see Hormazabal try and get some grappling started, but Koga was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) A jab lands from Koga, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) Hormazabal steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) A jab hits home from Koga and then he catches Hormazabal with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 3 - 02:39) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) Referee Leo Behan calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Koga.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) The referee signals for the fight to continue!

(Rd 3 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Hormazabal appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Koga took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Koga hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 01:51) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:51) Hormazabal misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:51) Koga scores with a jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:26) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:26) Hormazabal scores with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:26) Koga lands a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) Hormazabal comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) Koga lands a jab and then catches Hormazabal with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:39) Koga fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 00:20) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:20) Hormazabal lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 00:20) Koga hits a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Koga.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Hormazabal is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:53) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) Looking very tired, Koga clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) Koga attempts to wrestle Hormazabal to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 04:39) Koga can't get Hormazabal down to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 04:19) Koga looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:19) Koga can't get Hormazabal down to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) Koga and Hormazabal break the grapple and are apart again, circling.

(Rd 4 - 03:49) Hormazabal is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 4 - 03:49) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Koga is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) A jab is wide from Koga, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) Coming forward, Hormazabal is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) Koga hits a left jab and then hits Hormazabal with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 02:51) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:51) Hormazabal finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 4 - 02:51) Koga hits a left jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) Hormazabal appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Koga took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) Koga lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 4 - 02:14) Koga doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) Koga comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) Koga throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 4 - 01:42) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 4 - 01:23) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:23) Hormazabal attempts a trip to put Koga on the ground.

(Rd 4 - 01:23) Hormazabal uses a nice inside leg trip and Koga is forced to pull guard!

(Rd 4 - 01:11) Hormazabal is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) Koga allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) Koga is up first and quickly grabs Hormazabal, pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:47) Koga goes to use some dirty boxing, but Hormazabal is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 4 - 00:30) Koga tries some dirty boxing, but Hormazabal seizes the chance to create some space and break free.

(Rd 4 - 00:16) Hormazabal looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) Hormazabal lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) Koga hits a left jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Koga, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Hormazabal really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) As he walks back to his stool, Hormazabal looks completely deflated.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Hormazabal confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) A jab hits home from Hormazabal and then he hits Koga with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) A jab hits home from Koga and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) Hormazabal lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) Koga is off-target with a jab but hits a good right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 5 - 03:28) From the looks of things, I don't think Koga has much energy left.

(Rd 5 - 03:22) Hormazabal comes forward.

(Rd 5 - 03:22) Koga hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:22) Hormazabal fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) Hormazabal looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) Hormazabal uses a nice inside leg trip and Koga is forced to pull guard!

(Rd 5 - 02:56) Hormazabal fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 5 - 02:38) Hormazabal keeps Koga guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 5 - 02:09) Hormazabal pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Hormazabal throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 5 - 01:24) Hormazabal attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 5 - 01:24) He passes guard but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins.

(Rd 5 - 01:13) Hormazabal is left turtled up with Koga behind him.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) Hormazabal gets quickly back to his feet, although Koga does get back control.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) Releasing back control, Koga backs away.

(Rd 5 - 00:33) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:33) Hormazabal lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 00:33) Koga nails a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 00:17) Hormazabal rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(Rd 5 - 00:11) Koga had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 00:11) Hormazabal can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Koga with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) From the looks of things, I don't think Hormazabal has much energy left.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Koga just about edged it.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 48-47 (Reginald Wodehouse), 48-47 (Gregory C. James) and 49-46 (Edward Wilde).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Hayato Koga wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Hayato Koga defeats Jorge Hormazabal (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Hayato Koga thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Dennis "The Irish Lion" Gallagher (14-7, 0-0 CTC, From: County Cork, Ireland, Favorite: -1080) vs. Paxton "The Fink" Brinkal (9-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Somerset, England, Underdog: +860)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Dennis 'The Irish Lion' Gallagher against Paxton 'The Fink' Brinkal.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Gregory C. James, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Gallagher appeared to be going for a takedown, but Brinkal took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) A punch from Brinkal fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Brinkal misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Gallagher to attack with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) It looks like Brinkal has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Gallagher has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Brinkal misses with a left jab and also has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Brinkal misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Gallagher comes in with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Brinkal looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Gallagher had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) A punch from Brinkal fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Brinkal misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Gallagher attacks with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) There's a quick exchange of strikes but nobody manages to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Gallagher has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Brinkal doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) For the first time, Brinkal is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Gallagher shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Gallagher looks to get a mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Gallagher takes the back instead, Brinkal rolled over rather than get mounted.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Gallagher increases his control by getting both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Gallagher attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Gallagher flattens Brinkal out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 1 - 01:10) The winner, by submission; Dennis Gallagher!

 

 

Official Result: Dennis 'The Irish Lion' Gallagher defeats Paxton 'The Fink' Brinkal (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:50 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Dennis Gallagher praises his team at London Kickboxing Academy, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Osi Lewis would be a particularly good contest.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Omar Calvert (6-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Aston, England, Underdog: +490) vs. Pepe (11-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -620)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Omar Calvert goes up against Pepe in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Gregory C. James, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Calvert slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Pepe finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Calvert doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Calvert steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Pepe manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Calvert throws a two-punch combo but Pepe avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Calvert comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Pepe lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Calvert uses a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Calvert comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Pepe hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Calvert throws a one-two, but Pepe was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Pepe dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Calvert comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Pepe manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Calvert can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Pepe with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Calvert misses a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Pepe scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Pepe scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Calvert scores with a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:15) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Great round, very exciting.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Pepe.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Pepe. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Pepe misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Calvert hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Calvert scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Pepe finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) For the first time, Calvert is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Calvert lands a one-two. Pepe lands a one-two.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Calvert avoids a right hand and fights back with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:17) Pepe uses a left jab but finds his right cross blocked. Calvert scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:58) Calvert misses with a big right hand, allowing Pepe to counter with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Looking very tired, Calvert isn't able to resist being pulled into a clinch by Pepe.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Pepe uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Calvert as they grapple.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) Pepe is trying to push Calvert so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) He does so and now has Calvert pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Pepe scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) It looks like Calvert has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 2 - 01:55) Calvert is trapped against the cage and Pepe punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) Pepe hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Calvert is trapped against the cage and Pepe punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Calvert is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Calvert is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) Calvert is breathing very hard.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) Pepe hits Calvert, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 00:27) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) It's a stalemate as both fighters throw strikes but fail to land anything.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Pepe has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Calvert misses a jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was an exciting round, hopefully the fighters will continue with that pace in the next.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Pepe, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Pepe up 20-18.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Calvert.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:52) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Calvert misses with a big right hand, allowing Pepe to counter with a left jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:40) That last shot clearly hurt Calvert, although he tries to disguise it by flashing a wide smile in response.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 04:10) Pepe is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Calvert uses a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Pepe hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) Pepe dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:17) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:17) Pepe slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Calvert lands a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Pepe lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) Pepe is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) Pepe counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) Pepe uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Calvert.

(Rd 3 - 02:09) Pepe is looking to muscle Calvert back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:09) Pepe manages it and controls Calvert up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Calvert looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Pepe is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Pepe uses dirty boxing to punish Calvert while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Pepe drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 3 - 01:32) Pepe uses dirty boxing to punish Calvert while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) Pepe drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Calvert takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) Pepe smothers Calvert against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) Calvert is trapped against the cage and Pepe hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) Calvert is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 00:06) Pepe pins Calvert up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Pepe took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Calvert, he's running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Calvert misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Pepe attacks with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Calvert gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Pepe uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Pepe is trying to muscle Calvert up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Pepe manages it and controls Calvert up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Pepe scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Pepe uses dirty boxing to punish Calvert while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) Pepe scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Pepe smothers Calvert against the cage, then hits him with a hard elbow.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Pepe looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 02:53) Calvert is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 02:36) Calvert is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) Pepe uses dirty boxing to punish Calvert while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:02) The gas tank looks empty on Calvert.

(Rd 4 - 02:02) Pepe smothers Calvert against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 01:45) Calvert is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 01:26) The lack of progress forces referee Kyle Crisp to separate the two fighters.

(Rd 4 - 01:17) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:17) Calvert misses with a big right hand, allowing Pepe to counter with a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) Using his wrestling skills, Pepe is trying to push Calvert up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:11) Pepe does it, Calvert is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Pepe smothers Calvert against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 00:33) Calvert is trapped against the cage and Pepe hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) Pepe smothers Calvert against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Pepe.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Calvert really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:47) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Pepe hits a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Calvert hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) Calvert misses with a big right hand, allowing Pepe to counter with a solid right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) Pepe uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Calvert as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) Pepe is trying to muscle Calvert up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) Pepe manages it and controls Calvert up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:43) The gas tank looks empty on Pepe.

(Rd 5 - 03:43) Pepe catches Calvert with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 03:34) Calvert gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 03:20) Calvert takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 5 - 03:09) Pepe uses dirty boxing to punish Calvert while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) Calvert is trapped against the cage and Pepe hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) Calvert is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 02:16) Calvert is trapped against the cage and Pepe hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) Calvert is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 01:45) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:39) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 01:39) Calvert slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) Pepe lands a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) Calvert uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) Pepe is trying to muscle Calvert up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) Pepe does it, Calvert is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) Pepe uses dirty boxing to punish Calvert while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:27) Pepe pins Calvert up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:10) Pepe uses dirty boxing to punish Calvert while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Pepe, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 49-46 (Reginald Wodehouse), 50-45 (Gregory C. James) and 50-45 (Edward Wilde).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Pepe wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Pepe defeats Omar Calvert (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Pepe name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

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CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Quiet Riot" Tucker Plumm (17-11, 0-0 CTC, From: London, England, Favorite: -220) vs. Derren "Hawkeye" Barton (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: San Diego, California, Underdog: +170)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the main fights is 'Quiet Riot' Tucker Plumm taking on Derren 'Hawkeye' Barton.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Gregory C. James.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Barton misses with a left jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Plumm uses a left jab and also scores a glancing blow with a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Barton hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Plumm is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Barton easily checks a leg kick and counters with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Barton misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Plumm comes in with a nice left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Barton looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Plumm comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Barton hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Plumm throws a two-punch combo but Barton avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Barton misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Plumm to attack with a quick left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Barton misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Plumm to attack with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Plumm doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook. Barton lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Plumm feints one way and then the other, throwing Barton off balance and leaving him badly exposed.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Plumm dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a low kick that can't connect.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Referee Kenneth Capote calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Barton.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) The doctor checks the wound, and doesn't take long to signal to the referee that it is only minor.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) We're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Plumm lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Barton hits a jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Plumm slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Barton.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Barton misses a right hook and gets countered with two jabs that are followed by a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Plumm is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) Barton slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Moving forward constantly, Plumm is pressuring Barton.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Barton fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Plumm connects with a nice jab and then he hits Barton with a great high right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Barton is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him!

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Plumm clips Barton with a right hand but didn't catch it cleanly enough to do any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:01) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:31) Plumm steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:31) Barton hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:31) Plumm misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Plumm attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Barton throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Plumm doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Both fighters throw, both fighters fail to hit the target.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Plumm misses a jab and also is well off target with a head kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Barton is off-target with a jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Plumm misses a right hook and gets countered with a left kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) Plumm steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) Barton hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) A jab hits home from Plumm and then he hits Barton with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Looking very tired, Plumm clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Barton attempts to wrestle Plumm to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) The takedown is completed, Barton gets side control from it.

(Rd 2 - 00:19) Barton pounds away with elbow strikes but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) Plumm tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Plumm.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Plumm stalks forward, pressuring Barton.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Plumm confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Plumm connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 3 - 04:38) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:38) Barton counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Plumm appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Taking a few gulps of breath, Barton is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Both fighters throw, both fighters fail to hit the target.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Barton misses a jab and also doesn't connect with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Plumm is off target with a left jab and also can't make contact on a right head kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Barton hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Plumm hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Looking very tired, Plumm isn't able to resist being pulled into a clinch by Barton.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Barton tries to wrestle Plumm backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Plumm ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Plumm is looking really tired.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Barton hits Plumm, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 02:55) Plumm takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 02:40) Plumm is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) Barton uses dirty boxing to punish Plumm while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:13) Barton hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) Plumm is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Plumm is trapped against the cage and Barton hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 01:42) Barton smothers Plumm against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) Barton smothers Plumm against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Barton uses dirty boxing to punish Plumm while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:45) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Kenneth Capote brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Barton, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Barton is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Barton hits a jab but is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt. Plumm uses a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) Plumm slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Plumm seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Barton is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) Plumm lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked. Barton lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Barton tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Plumm goes for a high kick but misses.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) Barton hits a left jab and also lands a low kick.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) Plumm hits a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Barton is looking to muscle Plumm back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Barton manages it and controls Plumm up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:54) Plumm is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:54) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Plumm.

(Rd 4 - 02:43) Barton pins Plumm up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 4 - 02:36) Barton doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 02:36) Barton stomps down on his opponent's foot.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Plumm is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Barton drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Barton scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Barton smothers Plumm against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 01:43) Plumm is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 01:24) Barton uses dirty boxing to punish Plumm while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:07) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kenneth Capote brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) Barton hits a jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) Plumm finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 4 - 00:44) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:44) Barton is trying to muscle Plumm up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:44) Barton achieves it, pinning Plumm to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) The gas tank looks empty on Plumm.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Plumm.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) The doctor seems happy that the cut isn't going to be an issue.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) We're back underway!

(Rd 4 - 00:22) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:22) Barton misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Plumm comes in with a quick left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) Barton is looking to muscle Plumm back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:10) He does so and now has Plumm pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Barton.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Plumm realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) Plumm misses with a big right hand, allowing Barton to counter with a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Barton looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion, he is struggling to keep his guard up.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 03:55) Barton misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Plumm attacks with a good right hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:44) Barton looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 03:44) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:44) Using his wrestling skills, Barton is trying to push Plumm up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:44) Barton achieves it, pinning Plumm to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Barton smothers Plumm against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 03:13) Plumm takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 03:04) Plumm is trapped against the cage and Barton hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:50) Barton uses dirty boxing to punish Plumm while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:39) Plumm gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) Plumm is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 02:10) Barton catches Plumm with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) Barton hits Plumm, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 01:45) Barton uses dirty boxing to punish Plumm while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:30) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:20) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:20) Barton lands a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 01:20) Plumm finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 5 - 01:01) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 01:01) Barton hits a left hand. Plumm misses a jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 00:48) The gas tank looks empty on Barton.

(Rd 5 - 00:48) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:48) Plumm tries to wriggle free, but Barton controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Barton is trying to muscle Plumm up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Barton can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) Plumm looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) Barton stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 00:01) Barton hits Plumm with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Barton, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 49-46.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Derren 'Hawkeye' Barton wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Derren 'Hawkeye' Barton defeats 'Quiet Riot' Tucker Plumm (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Derren Barton name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Vagner (14-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Underdog: +400) vs. Barrett "The F Bomb" Fforde (9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Robinsdale, Minnesota, Favorite: -510)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Vagner taking on Barrett 'The F Bomb' Fforde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Millhouse Twain, Reginald Wodehouse, and Gregory C. James.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Vagner feints, causing Fforde to move to one side and leave himself wide open.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Fforde misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Vagner to attack with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Fforde misses with a big right hand, allowing Vagner to counter with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Vagner throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Fforde gets hold of Vagner.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Using his wrestling skills, Fforde is trying to push Vagner up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Fforde manages it and controls Vagner up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Fforde smothers Vagner against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Vagner is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Showing his ability to control opponents, Fforde simply smothers Vagner against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Vagner is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Vagner forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Fforde fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Vagner can't connect with a jab, but then he catches Fforde with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Fforde misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Vagner attacks with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Vagner lands a left jab but doesn't reach with a hook to the body. Fforde hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Fforde chooses to shoot in on Vagner.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Fforde gets a single leg takedown! Vagner pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Fforde, 10-9 on my card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Vagner can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Vagner is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) Fforde misses with a big right hand, allowing Vagner to counter with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 02:43) Vagner attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:43) Fforde fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 02:43) Vagner feints one way, throwing Fforde off balance, then steps to the other side.

(Rd 2 - 02:43) Vagner hits a left hand but Fforde evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Vagner comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Fforde scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Vagner throws a one-two, but Fforde was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:42) Fforde slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) Vagner doesn't connect with a left jab but connects with a right hand. Fforde scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:47) Vagner moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Fforde into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 00:47) Vagner avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 00:47) Vagner throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Vagner finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Fforde scores with a jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Fforde hits a jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Vagner hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Seeing that Vagner looks shattered, Fforde easily pulls him into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Fforde tries to wrestle Vagner backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Fforde achieves it, pinning Vagner to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Fforde, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Fforde is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Vagner uses a left jab and also hits a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Fforde lands a left jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Vagner uses a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Fforde finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Vagner appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Taking a few gulps of breath, Fforde is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:07) Vagner slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Fforde is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Vagner hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Breathing very hard, Vagner is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Looking very tired, Vagner isn't able to resist being pulled into a clinch by Fforde.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Fforde is trying to push Vagner so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Vagner ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:25) Fforde smothers Vagner against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Fforde smothers Vagner against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 02:49) Fforde smothers Vagner against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) Vagner is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) It looks like Vagner has been cut above the eye.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Vagner is trapped against the cage and Fforde hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Vagner is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 01:46) Fforde uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Vagner is trapped against the cage and Fforde punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) With no progress being made, the referee separates them.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) A few deep breaths betray that Fforde is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Vagner attacks with strikes.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Fforde manages a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 01:13) Vagner can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) Vagner steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) Fforde hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) Vagner throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Moving forward constantly, Vagner is pressuring Fforde.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Fforde lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Vagner throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) Vagner looks very, very tired.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) Vagner misses a right hook and gets countered with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:05) Fforde uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Vagner as they grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Fforde.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Vagner will be able to take the victory without a finish.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Vagner.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:54) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Fforde lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Vagner lands a left jab and also lands a leg kick.

(Rd 4 - 04:42) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:42) Fforde tries to wrestle Vagner backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:42) Vagner ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Fforde pins Vagner up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 04:10) Vagner gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) Fforde smothers Vagner against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:48) Vagner is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) Fforde is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) Fforde pins Vagner up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 03:18) Fforde hits Vagner, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 03:03) Fforde hits Vagner, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:50) Fforde smothers Vagner against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 02:39) Fforde drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 4 - 02:33) Fforde smothers Vagner against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) Vagner looks exhausted.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 01:45) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:45) Fforde hits Vagner with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 4 - 01:26) Fforde is trying to push Vagner so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:26) Fforde does it, Vagner is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Fforde smothers Vagner against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) Fforde pins Vagner up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:41) Vagner is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) Fforde catches Vagner with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:13) Fforde catches Vagner with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) In need of a breather, the fatigued Fforde smothers Vagner against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) The rest of the round goes by with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing - both the fighters look quite gassed.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four. (Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Fforde took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Vagner is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Fforde misses with a big right hand, allowing Vagner to counter with a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:39) Fforde seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 04:39) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:39) Fforde tries to wrestle Vagner backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:39) Fforde manages it and controls Vagner up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) Fforde hits Vagner, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 04:14) Fforde catches Vagner with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) Fforde drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 5 - 03:57) Fforde uses dirty boxing to punish Vagner while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:46) Fforde catches Vagner with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 03:40) Vagner is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:40) A strike has re-opened the cut above the eye of Vagner.

(Rd 5 - 03:25) Fforde pins Vagner up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) Vagner is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 5 - 03:09) Vagner gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 02:55) Fforde keeps Vagner up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 02:47) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 02:42) Fforde misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Vagner comes in with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) Fforde uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Vagner as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 01:42) Fforde tries to wrestle Vagner backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:42) Vagner ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) Fforde looks exhausted.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cut on Vagner.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) Referee Kyle Crisp signals for the fight to continue!

(Rd 5 - 01:16) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 5 - 00:46) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) Vagner misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) Fforde is off target with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Fforde took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Barrett 'The F Bomb' Fforde!

 

 

Official Result: Barrett 'The F Bomb' Fforde defeats Vagner (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Barrett Fforde gives a name-check to everyone at American Cage Fighters, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Barrett Fforde says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Debt Collector" Thom Billings (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Belfast, Northern Ireland, Favorite: -110) vs. "The Specialist" Keith Plaice (18-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Underdog: +100)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'The Debt Collector' Thom Billings takes on 'The Specialist' Keith Plaice.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kenneth Capote is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Billings rather obviously ignores the offer to touch gloves to begin.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Billings comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Plaice fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Billings fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Plaice with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Moving forward constantly, Billings is pressuring Plaice.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Plaice lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Billings can't connect with a jab, but then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Plaice misses a right hook and gets countered with a nice left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Billings stalks forward, pressuring Plaice.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Plaice throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Two jabs hit home from Billings and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Billings shouts at his opponent, telling them to bring it on.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Plaice appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Billings took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Billings lands a jab and then hits Plaice with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Plaice looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Billings simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Billings lands two jabs and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Billings can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Plaice throws a right head kick but doesn't make contact.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Billings, 10-9 on my card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Billings scores with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Plaice unleashes a superb head kick!

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Billings is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Plaice starts pounding away on Billings, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Plaice pounds away with right hands and Billings is having trouble doing anything about it!

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Billings goes limp for a second, the referee leaps in to stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 04:20) 'The Specialist' Keith Plaice takes the win by knock out!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Specialist' Keith Plaice defeats 'The Debt Collector' Thom Billings (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:40 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Keith Plaice thanks everyone connected to Pittsburgh Steel for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He says it was one of the best fights of his career and says that he can't wait to watch it over again.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Gempachi "The General" Higa (18-12, 0-0 CTC, From: Saitama, Japan, Favorite: -250) vs. Kramer "The Predator" Mayweather (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Honolulu, Hawaii, Underdog: +190)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Gempachi 'The General' Higa takes on Kramer 'The Predator' Mayweather.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Mayweather clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Mayweather comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Higa lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Mayweather connects with a nice jab and then he catches Higa with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Mayweather comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Mayweather bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) A jab is wide from Mayweather, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Mayweather moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Higa into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Higa manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Mayweather connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Mayweather comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Higa hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) A jab is wide from Mayweather, but then he hits Higa with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Mayweather moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Higa into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Higa hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Mayweather lands two left hands and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Mayweather comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Higa misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Mayweather hits a left jab and then he hits Higa with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Mayweather moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Higa into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Higa fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) A jab hits home from Mayweather and then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) Mayweather stalks forward, pressuring Higa.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) Higa hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) A jab hits home from Mayweather and then he hits a scything kick to the legs of Higa.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Mayweather attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Higa tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Higa falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Two jabs hit home from Mayweather and then he catches Higa with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Higa is limping a little bit.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Mayweather fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Limping slightly, Higa is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Mayweather misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Higa comes in with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Limping slightly, Higa is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) A jab is wide from Mayweather, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Mayweather steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Higa looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Mayweather simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Mayweather lands a left hand and then hits Higa with a sensational high right head kick!

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Higa collapses, that shot knocked him out!

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Kramer Mayweather takes the victory by way of knock out!

 

 

Official Result: Kramer 'The Predator' Mayweather defeats Gempachi 'The General' Higa (Knock Out (Kick) in 4:59 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Kramer Mayweather praises his team at Animal House, his various sponsors and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Kramer Mayweather celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Snuffy Fontana (8-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Aston, England, Favorite: -1200) vs. Conrad "The Radical" Bueller (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Berlin, Germany, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Snuffy Fontana against Conrad 'The Radical' Bueller.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Bueller rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Fontana dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) There's a takedown attempt from Fontana.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Fontana has the takedown! Bueller pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Fontana throws a fast elbow that does a glancing blow to Bueller.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Fontana throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Fontana looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Bueller can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Fontana gains side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Everything Bueller is doing off his back is about slowing down and frustrating Fontana, which is probably the best he can hope for.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) In side control, Fontana begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Bueller tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Fontana seems to be moving slowly toward a finish as he applies a very tight body triangle.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Fontana, with the body triangle, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Bueller gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Snuffy Fontana takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: Snuffy Fontana defeats Conrad 'The Radical' Bueller (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:28 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Snuffy Fontana praises his team at KO Fighters, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Alex "Ace In The Hole" Cole (11-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Overland Park, Kansas, Favorite: -590) vs. Mochihito Yamazaki (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Underdog: +470)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Alex 'Ace In The Hole' Cole battling Mochihito Yamazaki.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kenneth Capote is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Gregory C. James, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Yamazaki misses with a big right hand, allowing Cole to counter with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) It looks like Yamazaki has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Cole initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Yamazaki manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) A jab is wide from Cole, but then he hits Yamazaki with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Cole steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Yamazaki hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Cole lands a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Cole comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Yamazaki lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Cole can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Cole attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Yamazaki fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:34) Cole hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) The clock is stopped as referee Kenneth Capote wants to check the cut on Yamazaki.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) The referee brings them to the center and we're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) Cole comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) Yamazaki lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) Cole lands a left hand and then he hits Yamazaki with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Cole comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Yamazaki throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Cole hits a left hand but misses with a vicious right hand.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Cole attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Yamazaki lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) A jab hits home from Cole and then he catches Yamazaki with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Yamazaki may have been aiming to get in close, but Cole aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Cole doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) It looked like we were about to see Yamazaki try and get some grappling started, but Cole was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 00:14) Cole lands a left hand and then hits Yamazaki with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Cole, but only a 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Cole steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Yamazaki may have been aiming to get in close, but Cole aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Cole can't connect with a jab, but then catches Yamazaki with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:40) Yamazaki clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:40) Cole lands a jab and then hits Yamazaki with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Cole hits a left jab and then hits Yamazaki with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Cole is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Circling, Yamazaki clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Cole hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Yamazaki starts bleeding again, a strike has re-opened the cut under his eye.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Cole hits a left hand, but Yamazaki evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Cole lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Cole can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) It looked like we were about to see Yamazaki try and get some grappling started, but Cole was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) A jab is wide from Cole, but then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Two jabs hit home from Cole and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) Cole closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) It looked like we were about to see Yamazaki try and get some grappling started, but Cole was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) Two jabs hit home from Cole and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) A jab hits home from Cole and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Yamazaki isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Cole throws a punch but Yamazaki avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 01:45) Yamazaki comes in and grabs Cole in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Yamazaki is looking to muscle Cole back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Yamazaki achieves it, pinning Cole to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) With Yamazaki bleeding, referee Kenneth Capote pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) The referee signals for the fight to continue!

(Rd 2 - 01:19) Cole connects with a nice jab and then catches Yamazaki with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Cole lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) Yamazaki chooses to shoot in on Cole.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) Yamazaki gets hold of a leg but Cole remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) Yamazaki drives Cole up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) Yamazaki tries to maintain control, but Cole wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Coming forward, Yamazaki is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Cole can't connect with a jab, but then hits Yamazaki with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Cole, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Cole.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Yamazaki comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Yamazaki couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Cole hops in place on the other.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Yamazaki can't get Cole down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Yamazaki leans all of his weight up against Cole, pressing him against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Nothing really happens for the next sixty seconds or so, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Yamazaki is wearing Cole down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) Cole is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Cole closes in on Yamazaki, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Yamazaki appeared to be going for a takedown, but Cole took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Cole can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Yamazaki with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 02:05) Cole can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 01:46) Yamazaki chooses to shoot in on Cole.

(Rd 3 - 01:46) Cole partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Yamazaki has a hold of the other.

(Rd 3 - 01:46) Yamazaki drives Cole up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Cole doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Yamazaki looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Cole works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) A tired-looking Cole shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) A great sprawl from Yamazaki prevents the takedown and allows him to push Cole down onto his hands and knees.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) Yamazaki pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Cole.

(Rd 3 - 00:37) Yamazaki fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.

(Rd 3 - 00:26) Sensing a knee strike about to be thrown, Cole scoots backward quickly and springs to his feet.

(Rd 3 - 00:01) Yamazaki steps in and grapples with his opponent.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Yamazaki.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Cole up 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:51) A jab is wide from Cole, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:44) Yamazaki gets hold of Cole without taking too much damage.

(Rd 4 - 04:34) Yamazaki tries to wrestle Cole backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:34) Yamazaki does it, Cole is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:16) Yamazaki presses Cole into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.

(Rd 4 - 04:16) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) Yamazaki tries to keep him up against the cage, but Cole works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) Taking a few gulps of breath, Yamazaki is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) A jab is wide from Cole, but then he catches Yamazaki with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:44) Without taking too much damage, Yamazaki is able to clinch with Cole.

(Rd 4 - 02:35) With control of the clinch, Yamazaki tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 02:35) It doesn't work, Cole defended against it well.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) Using his wrestling skills, Yamazaki is trying to push Cole up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) Yamazaki doesn't manage it though, Cole defended it well.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) Yamazaki attempts to wrestle Cole to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) He has the takedown! Cole pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:51) Yamazaki throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 4 - 01:27) Yamazaki leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Cole.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Yamazaki fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) Cole throws out some punches, but Yamazaki leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 4 - 00:44) Yamazaki throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 4 - 00:20) Yamazaki deflects a couple of punches that Cole threw from below.

(Rd 4 - 00:04) The clock runs down as Cole is being smothered against the ground by Yamazaki.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Yamazaki, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) According to my scorecard, that leaves the fighters dead even with just one round remaining.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:52) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.

(Rd 5 - 04:52) Cole wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:42) With control of the clinch, Cole tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:42) Yamazaki blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) Cole looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) Cole doesn't get it, Yamazaki blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Cole looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Cole finds himself out-wrestled, and Yamazaki takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:45) Yamazaki is trying to muscle Cole up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:45) Yamazaki does it, Cole is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:31) Showing his ability to control opponents, Yamazaki smothers Cole against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:31) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for a further minute.

(Rd 5 - 02:31) Yamazaki shows his grappling ability by trapping Cole up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:31) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kenneth Capote brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:32) Yamazaki confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 5 - 01:32) Cole uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 5 - 01:32) A punch from Yamazaki fails to land.

(Rd 5 - 01:25) Yamazaki is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 5 - 01:16) Cole comes forward.

(Rd 5 - 01:16) Yamazaki misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 5 - 01:16) A jab hits home from Cole and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 01:07) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:07) Yamazaki looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 01:07) It's unsuccessful, Cole maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 5 - 00:49) Yamazaki attempts to wrestle Cole to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 00:49) Cole blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 00:24) Cole tries to take Yamazaki down.

(Rd 5 - 00:24) It doesn't work, Yamazaki defended against it well.

(Rd 5 - 00:06) The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Yamazaki, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 48-47.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Mochihito Yamazaki!

 

 

Official Result: Mochihito Yamazaki defeats Alex 'Ace In The Hole' Cole (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Mochihito Yamazaki thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and answers that Frederico Vergara is a great fighter and would be someone he'd like to test himself against.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Tony Legg (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Chicago, Illinois, Favorite: -650) vs. "Knock Out" Nigel Malley (24-15, 0-0 CTC, From: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Underdog: +510)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Tony Legg taking on 'Knock Out' Nigel Malley.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kenneth Capote is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Millhouse Twain, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Legg looks significantly bigger than Malley as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Malley comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Legg looked like he was going to shoot, but Malley simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) A jab hits home from Malley and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Malley hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Legg appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Malley took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Malley throws a punch but Legg avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Malley comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) A jab is wide from Malley, but then he catches Legg with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Legg shoots in at speed, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Legg tries to get into the mount position.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Advancing his position, he gets mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Legg pounds away with rights, Malley is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face!

(Rd 1 - 02:51) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Tony Legg takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Tony Legg defeats 'Knock Out' Nigel Malley (TKO (Strikes) in 2:22 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Tony Legg thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Brickhouse" Thorbjorn Rekdal (10-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Oslo, Norway, Favorite: -950) vs. Matsuta Satou (19-12, 0-0 CTC, From: Hokkaido, Japan, Underdog: +750)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'Brickhouse' Thorbjorn Rekdal goes up against Matsuta Satou.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kenneth Capote is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Gregory C. James, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Rekdal slips past a right hook and counters with quick jabs that are followed by a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Rekdal attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Satou tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Attacking with a quick flurry, Rekdal lands five of five punches and then he scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Rekdal initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Satou throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Rekdal lands a jab and then he catches Satou with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Satou hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 1 - 03:04) Rekdal lands a left jab, but the following kick to the body misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Rekdal comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Rekdal avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Rekdal lands a jab and then he catches Satou with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Moving forward constantly, Rekdal is pressuring Satou.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Satou throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Rekdal lands a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:14) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Satou misses a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Rekdal nails four quick punches from a flurry and then lands a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) The two fighters strike, but without success.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Rekdal misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Rekdal lets two punches sail past, his head movement proving far too good for Satou.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Rekdal comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Rekdal moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Satou.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Rekdal can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Satou with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:43) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:43) Rekdal slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a scything kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Rekdal comes forward, walking down Satou.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Satou fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) A jab hits home from Rekdal and then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:09) Rekdal connects with a jab, but Satou avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Rekdal took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Rekdal. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Rekdal slips past a right hook and counters with a head kick that just about landed, albeit without much power.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Rekdal can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a lovely right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Satou backs off quickly, I think that last shot really shook him!

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Rekdal pounces and smashes Satou with a big right hand! Down he goes!

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Rekdal moves in quickly, kneeling beside Satou and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Rekdal fires away with punches and Satou is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 2 - 03:59) Referee Kenneth Capote is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 03:47) The winner, by TKO, is 'Brickhouse' Thorbjorn Rekdal!

 

 

Official Result: 'Brickhouse' Thorbjorn Rekdal defeats Matsuta Satou (TKO (Strikes) in 1:13 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Thorbjorn Rekdal gives a name-check to everyone at Euro Team Thunder, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Thorbjorn Rekdal celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Gavin "The Lawman" Marshall (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Santa Barbara, California, Favorite: -660) vs. "Young Gun" Owen Hyde (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Timmins, Ontario, Underdog: +520)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Gavin 'The Lawman' Marshall goes up against 'Young Gun' Owen Hyde in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Gregory C. James, Edward Wilde, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Hyde gets a good reaction from the fans as he enters the arena, he's fighting in front of a home crowd tonight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Hyde slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Marshall uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Hyde finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Marshall rolls his shoulders to relieve a little of the tension that has built up, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Hyde counters a right hand with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Hyde comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Marshall hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Hyde fails to find a home for his jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Hyde comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Marshall fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Hyde can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Marshall with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Hyde is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Marshall scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Hyde comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Marshall fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Hyde connects with a nice jab and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Hyde uses a body kick but it is parried away.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Marshall is off-target with a jab and also misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Hyde comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Marshall fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Hyde lands a left jab but Marshall avoids a big right.

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

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Hyde hits a jab and also hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Marshall finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Hyde misses with a big right hand, allowing Marshall to counter with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Moving forward constantly, Hyde is pressuring Marshall.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Marshall hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Hyde can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for Hyde.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Marshall moves in fast and shoots on Hyde.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) Hyde cannot stop the takedown and only catches Marshall in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Marshall pounds away on Hyde but can't land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Marshall pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Marshall.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Marshall, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Hyde comes forward, walking down Marshall.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Hyde steps into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Hyde fails to find a home for his jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Hyde is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Hyde throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Marshall takes the chance and grabs Hyde into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Hyde gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Marshall uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Marshall has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Hyde down.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a Greco-Roman slam! Hyde pulls half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Marshall is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) He does excellently, getting into side control.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) Marshall starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Hyde rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Marshall pounds away with punches but does minimal damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:06) Hyde is in increasing trouble, as Marshall gets both hooks in.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) Marshall pounds away with rights, but Hyde covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Marshall attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Hyde fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Hyde tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Marshall, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Marshall up 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Hyde counters a right hand with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:39) Hyde attacks with strikes.

(Rd 3 - 04:39) Marshall manages a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 04:39) A jab lands from Hyde but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) Hyde comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) Marshall hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) A one-two from Hyde fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 04:03) Marshall rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Marshall scores with a left hook. Hyde hits a jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Hyde looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 03:12) Hyde clinches up, looking shattered.

(Rd 3 - 03:12) Marshall hits Hyde with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 3 - 02:57) Marshall hits Hyde with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) With underhooks giving him solid control over Hyde, Marshall looks for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) A sweep of the legs is successful, Hyde is floored and Marshall has no problem getting side control.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) Marshall attempts to armbar Hyde from side control.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) Hyde fights off the armbar attempt.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Marshall attempts to move to mount.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Hyde rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.

(Rd 3 - 01:11) Hyde is in huge trouble now, as Marshall successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) Marshall, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) Marshall flattens Hyde out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 3 - 00:36) The winner, by submission; Gavin Marshall!

 

 

Official Result: Gavin 'The Lawman' Marshall defeats 'Young Gun' Owen Hyde (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:24 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Gavin Marshall name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ivor "The Engine" Orr (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: County Cork, Ireland, Favorite: -420) vs. Tuck "The Everlasting" Durdell (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Snow Lake, Manitoba, Underdog: +330)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Ivor 'The Engine' Orr goes up against Tuck 'The Everlasting' Durdell in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Ian Rivers, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Durdell throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Orr comes in and grabs Durdell in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Orr is trying to muscle Durdell up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Orr can't manage it, Durdell fought it.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Orr is looking to muscle Durdell back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Durdell doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Orr is trying to push Durdell so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Orr can't do it though, Durdell defended it well.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Durdell tries to take Orr down.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Durdell gets the takedown! Orr pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Wary of the submission threat of his opponent, Durdell keeps very tight to Orr, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Orr pulls Durdell down in close and hits him with a couple of short punches to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Durdell attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Orr fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Orr ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Durdell throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Durdell throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Durdell fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Durdell blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Durdell is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Orr allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:56) The scramble ends with Orr grabbing Durdell and shoving him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:43) Orr presses Durdell up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:43) The remainder of the round passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Durdell 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Durdell lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) It looked like we were about to see Orr try and get some grappling started, but Durdell was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Durdell uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Durdell throws a one-two, but Orr was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Orr moves in fast and clinches with Durdell.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Orr is trying to muscle Durdell up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Orr does it, Durdell is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Orr ducks down and grabs a leg. Durdell remains standing, using the cage for support, but is under threat of a takedown now.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Orr can't get Durdell down to the ground though and gets pulled back into a clinch against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Using tight body-to-body control, Orr is slowly wearing Durdell down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Orr and Durdell remain up against the cage for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Orr drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Orr throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Durdell tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Orr tries to lock Durdell into a kimura.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Durdell blocks it.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Durdell tries to pull guard on Orr but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:32) Orr attempts to move to mount.

(Rd 2 - 00:32) Advancing his position, he gets mount.

(Rd 2 - 00:01) Orr starts throwing elbows, Durdell is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 2 - 00:01) The strikes are hard enough to force Durdell to roll to the side, giving up his back in the process!

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Orr, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Durdell can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Durdell can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 04:22) Durdell lands a jab and then hits Orr with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Durdell fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Durdell comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) A defensive jab hits from Orr.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Durdell throws a punch but Orr was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 03:23) Stepping in, Durdell aggressively get a dominant clinch position.

(Rd 3 - 03:03) Durdell is trying to push Orr so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:03) Orr out-wrestles him though.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) With control of the clinch, Orr tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 02:34) It doesn't work, Durdell defended against it well.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) Orr attempts to wrestle Durdell to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) It doesn't work, Durdell defended against it well.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Using his wrestling skills, Orr is trying to push Durdell up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Durdell ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Orr is keeping Durdell pressed up tightly against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Occasional short punches are all that happen for about the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) Orr looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) Orr doesn't get the takedown, Durdell instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:44) Durdell presses Orr up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:44) The rest of the round sees them remain there, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Durdell.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Durdell up 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Moving in fast, Durdell wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Durdell is trying to muscle Orr up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Durdell achieves it, pinning Orr to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:10) Orr, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Durdell is exerting.

(Rd 4 - 04:10) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) Durdell tries to smother Orr against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Durdell against the cage instead.

(Rd 4 - 02:56) Orr ducks down and grabs a leg. Durdell remains standing, using the cage for support, but is under threat of a takedown now.

(Rd 4 - 02:56) Orr uses the single leg to drag Durdell to the ground. He gets caught in guard though.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Orr is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) He passes, but only to half guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:55) Orr looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:55) Orr gets past the guard, but doesn't go for side control after all, instead shifting straight into a mount.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Orr pounds away with some elbow strikes but is unable to inflict much damage on Durdell.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 00:57) Orr pounds away with elbows but is unable to land many clean shots.

(Rd 4 - 00:44) Orr fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away.

(Rd 4 - 00:29) Durdell tries to turn over and sweep Orr, but rolls too far and gives up his back!

(Rd 4 - 00:11) Orr attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 4 - 00:11) Durdell gets flattened out with the rear naked choke...he is saved by the end of the round though!

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Orr.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my reckoning we're dead level at 38-38.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

Quote

 

(Rd 5 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Durdell fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Orr with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Durdell confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Durdell fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Orr.

(Rd 5 - 04:21) Orr is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 5 - 04:21) Durdell is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) A jab hits home from Durdell and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:46) Durdell hits a left jab and then hits Orr with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) Orr wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:19) Orr attempts to wrestle Durdell to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 03:19) Durdell cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:06) Orr looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 5 - 03:06) Advancing his position, he passes to half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:20) Orr throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) Orr just about connects with a fast glancing elbow strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:50) Orr feels Durdell prepare to scramble for position and makes sure it doesn't happen.

(Rd 5 - 01:36) Orr begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 5 - 01:36) He is too good for Durdell slipping out of half guard and straight into a mount.

(Rd 5 - 00:47) Orr drives down with an elbow strike, rocking Durdell.

(Rd 5 - 00:29) Orr drives down with an elbow strike, rocking Durdell.

(Rd 5 - 00:29) Durdell turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes!

(Rd 5 - 00:17) Orr attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 5 - 00:17) Durdell doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Round five is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Orr.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Orr up 48-47.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Orr.

 

 

 

 

Round 6

Quote

 

(Rd 6 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 6 - 04:55) Durdell lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 6 - 04:26) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.

(Rd 6 - 04:26) Orr works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 6 - 04:17) Orr attempts to wrestle Durdell to the ground.

(Rd 6 - 04:17) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 6 - 04:03) Orr attempts the mount.

(Rd 6 - 04:03) He does it, and has the mount on Durdell.

(Rd 6 - 03:38) Orr starts dropping increasingly powerful elbows and Durdell is having serious difficulty surviving them!

(Rd 6 - 03:38) Durdell turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes!

(Rd 6 - 03:20) Orr tries to finish Durdell off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 6 - 03:20) Orr flattens Durdell out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 6 - 02:47) The winner, by submission, is Ivor 'The Engine' Orr!

 

 

Official Result: Ivor 'The Engine' Orr defeats Tuck 'The Everlasting' Durdell (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:13 of round 6). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ivor Orr name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

Attendance: 155

Gate Reciepts: $16,027

Sponsorship: $21,944

Ad Revenue: $182,838

PPV Revenue: $9,984

Merchandise: $3,918

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $136,790)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Ivor Orr                  $7,880       Tuck Durdell             $2,080       SotN: Orr: $5,000
Gavin Marshall            $2,880       Owen Hyde                $1,950
Thorbjorn Rekdal          $3,960       Matsuta Satou            $1,820
Tony Legg                 $2,880       Nigel Malley             $1,820
Michihito Yamazaki        $2,340       Alex Cole                $2,990
Snuffy Fontana            $4,140       Conrad Bueller           $2,080
Kramer Mayweather         $8,060       Gempachi Higa            $2,860       KotN: Mayweather: $5,000
Keith Plaice              $17,700      Thom Billings            $17,080      FotN: Both: $10,000
                                                                             Perf: Both: $5,000
Barrett Fforde            $2,340       Vagner                   $2,860
Derren Barton             $2,700       Tucker Plumm             $2,860
Pepe                      $2,100       Omar Calvert             $1,400
Dennis Gallagher          $1,950       Paxton Brinkal           $1,300
Hayato Koga               $1,650       Jorge Hormazabal         $2,200
Ademir Koelho             $1,950       Welvis Andre de Arruda   $1,400
Gordy Gallant             $2,250       Tadakuni Fumihiko        $1,400
Blaze Weeks               $6,650       Zenko Hatakeyama         $6,300       Perf: Both: $5,000
Shaun Dico                $2,400       Paul Goodfellow          $700
Tsunesaburo Baisotei      $1,950       Ashihei Takimoto         $1,400
Ali Pyke                  $1,800       Ronnie Allen Teller      $1,300
Edgar Van Den Hoogenband  $3,300       Hachemon Matsuda         $110

 

 

Drug Testing: $22,520

Production: $88,317

 

Profit: $-12,916

 

Critical Rating: 75%

Commercial Rating: 30%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -3.0%             52.0% (Mid Level Regional)
USA                 -3.2%             58.3% (Mid Level Regional)
UK                  -1.5%             69.5% (Mid Level Regional)
Europe              -0.9%             34.9% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           -2.4%             55.2% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               -1.2%             46.2% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                -1.5%             34.3% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              -0.9%             34.2% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              -1.0%             27.4% (Low Level Regional)
South America       -2.4%             38.4% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     -0.8%             18.1% (Low Level Regional)
Africa              -0.1%             9.4% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- OzCast, Continental Sports X1, All Japan TV, and Televisao Esporte have all lodged complaints about the lack of star power in the shows main event.

- CTC Middleweight competitor Patrick Thomas has joined Bear Pit to train for his next fight. He's enjoying being challenged by fresh training methods.

- Ademir Coelho was on the recieving end of a lot of punishment in his victory over Welvis Andre de Arruda, and was forced to spend the night in hospital. He was checked out in the morning after being looked at and sufficiently rehydrated. His opponent, Welvis Andre de Arruda was also forced to spend the night in the hospital.

- The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Matsuta Satou, Nigel Malley, Alex Cole, Conrad Bueller, Gempachi Higa, Thom Billings, Vagner, Tucker Plumm, Omar Calvert, Paxton Brinkal, Jorge Hormazabal, Welvis Andre de Arruda, Tadakuni Fumihiko, Zenko Hatakeyama, Paul Goodfellow, Ashihei Takimoto, Ronnie Allen Teller, and Hachemon Matsuda.

- The services of Owen Hyde, and Tuck Durdell have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules.

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

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Predictions

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Saturday, Week 3, March 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Motoyuki "Devil" Matsumara (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #54, Underdog: +140) vs. Reed "Night Crawler" Howlett (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #203, Favorite: -180)

Motoyuki Matsumara is a very promising young fighter from Japan, a Muay Thai fighter who is known for his aggressive approach to MMA. A born finisher, his first three fights ended with spectacularly brutal knock outs. That was enough to get ALPHA-1's attention in 2001, and he debuted in impressive fashion knocking Yaichiro Takahama out cold with a knee to the face. Reed Howlett comes from a boxing background, and is known for his elusiveness, his quick feet and excellent head movement making him a very tough target to hit. He is a quality counter-puncher, making use of his fast hands, but lacks the power to threaten opponents with one-shot finishes. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Mogens Leerback vs. Ramin Rostami in the Second Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Sojuro Iriye (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #115, Favorite: -480) vs. Wade "The Mantis" Lecavalier (28-16, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #142, Underdog: +380)

Sojuro Iriye is a hot prospect from Japan, a submission-based grappler who is deadly if he can get on top of his opponent. In incredible physical condition, Iriye can go full out for an entire fight. If he can develope his striking game then he's going to be a major player down the line. Wade Lecavlier is an awkward opponent to face. He comes from a standard kick boxing background but his height and unorthodox style means that he throws strikes from such odd angles that it is very difficult to defend against. With over forty pro fights to his name, Lecavalier has seen it all in MMA and is unflappable. The winner of this fight will face #14 Thais Antonio Taffarel in the Second Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Emile Rachal (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #78, Underdog: +120) vs. Joey "Hands" Valdez (10-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #179, Favorite: -160)

Emile Rachal is a rising star in German MMA. He is an all-rounder who has the benefit of having dynamite in his fist. After crushing his way to a 4-0 record on the German local circuit, SIGMA quickly picked him up to be part of their Middleweight division, clearly hoping a new hometown hero could be created. He debuted in SIGMA in style, winning by first round submission over Spiridon Domazos. Joey Valdez is an excellent boxer from Mexico, who has the power and speed to give anyone on the planet problems. His big weakness is his ground game, but his under-rated wrestling and takedown defence means that few people get to test it. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Timothy McNally vs. Tiki Britton in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "The Centurion" Ezio Gnocchi (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #62, Favorite: -290) vs. Humberto "The Hit Man" Falcao (15-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #195, Underdog: +230)

Ezio Gnocchi is a tough striker from Italy. Hard to put down thanks to his iron chin, he likes to stand and trade with opponents, using his kick boxing background in his attacks. A winning streak in 1999-2000 earned him a SIGMA Middleweight title shot against Fjodor Kanchelskis, but he lost both the fight and his undefeated status. The defeat seems to have lit a fire under him however, as he has noticeably improved many aspects of his game since then, and is coming off a first round TKO victory over Omar Calvert on his last fight. Humberto Falcao is a former pro boxer, and is now a dangerous MMA power puncher. He is severely limited in every other aspect of the sport, but he does have enough juice in his fists that nobody can relax against him as he can end a fight in an instant if given a chance. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Drazen Gabelich vs. Chaz Babish in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "Captain Patriot" Timothy McNally (10-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #51, Underdog: +220) vs. Tiki "Great" Britton (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #206, Favorite: -280)

Timothy McNally is a former soldier in the US armed forces, and is known for his extreme patriotism in everything from his post-fight interviews to his shorts. A decent kick boxer, he can slug it out with anybody, but lacks the all-around game to be truly dangerous in MMA. He joined GAMMA in 2001 and marked his debut by getting his tenth pro win, a tough victory over Woody Fierstein. Tiki Britton is from Chicago, and was an accomplished college wrestler who turned MMA pro in the summer of 2001. Known for his explosive athleticism, Britton has the potential to be a real player down the line. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Emile Rachal vs. Joey Valdez in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Isaiah "Thump" Monroe (8-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #91, Favorite: -1200) vs. Erik Cunniford (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #166, Underdog: +950)

Isaiah Monroe was a stand out wrestler in college and is a big super-athletic Middleweight fighter who has the potential to go places. With excellent takedowns, top level grappling, and a lot of power in his surprisingly good stand-up. The man they call "Thump" has all the tools he needs to be a serious player. GAMMA certainly agreed when they signed him in 2001, though he debuted with a tight Split Decision loss to Ramon da Silva Ramos. Erik Cunniford is a student of traditional catch wrestling from Wales, and is at his best when he has his opponent on the ground, from where he can control him, pound on him, or look for submissions. The winner of this fight will face #38 Shuncho Sakurai in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Spiridon "Bang" Domazos (5-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #83, Underdog: +550) Vs. Tom "The Bomb" Essy (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #174, Favorite: -700)

Spiridon Domazos is a former amateur boxer from Greece, with very good technique at his disposal he can be quite a handful standing, but his lack of KO power in a big minus, almost as bad as his complete lack of skills in any other area of MMA. He has been with SIGMA since 1997, but has struggled and is probably lucky to have lasted as long as he has. He is on a losing streak, and is coming off a first round submission loss to Emile Rachal in his last fight. Tom Essy comes to MMA with a good amateur wrestling pedigree and that is clear in his solid takedowns and good top control. Primarily a ground and pounder, he does have a not-so-secret weapon in a massively powerful right hand that can lay out anybody if it connects. The winner of this fight will face #46 Jakuchu Abe in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Noppanon On-Mo (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #110, Underdog: +390) vs. Yukichi "The Dog" Sato (21-15, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #147, Favorite: -500)

Noppanon On-Mo is a brutal Middleweight from Thailand, who uses his Muay Thai background to kick the crap out of anything that gets in his way. If he could learn some grappling and do something about his abysmal ground game, he could be a real force of Middleweight in the future. Yukichi Sato is a decent enough wrestler, who uses his skills in that area to control opponents, often looking to put them on their backs where he can unload with ground and pound. Although at the tail end of his career, he is experienced enough to be a threat to most people. The winner of this fight will face #19 Patrick Thomas in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: "El Diablo" Santiago Rocha (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #118, Underdog: +270) vs. Gilberto Sabbatini (13-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #139, Favorite: -350)

Santiago Rocha is a Chilean strong man, a Muay Thai specialist who can be devastating from the clinch. A real tough challenge for anyone, he could be a real force at Middleweight. Gilberto Sabbatini is a Middleweight competitor who uses Muay Thai as his weapon of choice. He is not good enough to trouble decent fighters, as his 1-4 record in FLB attests, primarily because of his notorious glass jaw, but has enough of a striking threat to make him a good challenge for up and comers and those who need to be tested. He is on a losing streak, and lost by second round submission to Leonardo da Costa in FLB in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face #11 Buddy Garner in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Suezo Takasugi (9-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #123, Favorite: -670) vs. Yasutaro "Beast" Beppu (3-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #134, Underdog: +530)

Suezo Takasugi is a powerful wrestler who is known as a grinder, a fighter who has no real finishing options, and so relies on smothering opponents to decision victories. Yasutaro Beppu has trained in kick boxing since he was 6 years oldand uses that as the basis for his MMA career. Technically very sound and extremely fast with his strikes, Beppu's one disadvantage is that he lacks natural finishing power. The winner of this fight will face #6 Tora Mizwar in the Second Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Branko Alilovic (4-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #86, Underdog: +440) vs. Yoshinobu "Spirit Roar" Tanaka (29-19, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #171, Favorite: -560)

Branko Alilovic is a young fighter from Croatia, and is a fighter who simply likes to stand and bang it out with opponents. It's a fun style to watch, but not one that is likely to bring him long term success. He joined SIGMA in 2001 but started his career there in a sluggish manner, dropping both is first two bouts, and is coming off a first round submission loss to Drazen Gabelich. Yoshinobu Tanaka is a veteran of the Japanese MMA scene, a solid wrestler whose experience and ability to control opponents can cause problems for some. A fixture on the regional scene, he's a really good test for any young fighter. The winner of this fight will face #43 Tetsuji Myojin in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Artak Gevor (8-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Favorite: -200) vs. Richard "The Shooter" Smith (22-17, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #187, Underdog: +150)

Artak Gevor is a decent wrestler, who has the ability to control opponents and punish them whether in the clinch or down on the mat, and also has the advantage of having a pretty powerful punch. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Thorbjorn Rekdal in his last fight. Richard Smith is a crafty veteran from Merseyside who has the wrestling ability to neutralize opponents and grapples his way toward decision victories, but his lack of finishing options and weakness off his back are big drawbacks. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Hans-Peter Schneider vs. Ralph Kohl in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Mario "Rabbit" Varela (9-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #107, Favorite: -170) vs. French "Private" Dancer (7-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #150, Underdog: +130)

Mario Varela is primarily a Middleweight fighter, who comes from a Muay Thai background and loves nothing more than to use his vicious knee strikes to knock opponents out. He's pretty vulnerable to grapplers and submission specialists, and so he tends to fight fellow strikers for the most part. French Dancer is a Canadian fighter who had a decent, if unspectacular, record as an amateur wrestler. Other than his grappling skills, Dancer doesn't really have a lot going for him in MMA terms. The winner of this fight will face #22 Fernando Amaro in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Hans-Peter Schneider (17-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Favorite: -880) vs. "Made In Germany" Ralph Kohl (19-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #198, Underdog: +700)

Hans-Peter Schneider is a solid fighter with a strong work ethic, who can strike and wrestle and that versatility can cause problems for opponents. He has been fighting almost exclusively in the BCF Middleweight Division since mid-1996, and while he has never gotten anywhere near title contention he is well respected as a tough competitor and has only ever tasted defeat when matched up against the elite. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Rob Baines in a BCF Middleweight title match in his last fight. Ralph Kohl is a rugged former boxer from Germany, who is willing to stand and trade punches with anyone and has become known for having a great chin. His conditioning is a little suspect and as a result he is always vulnerable to being overwhelmed in the later rounds of the fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Artak Gevor vs. Richard Smith in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Drazen Grabelich (8-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Favorite: -150) vs. Chaz Babish (12-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #190, Underdog: +110)

Drazen Gabelich is a good wrestler, who main threat comes on the ground. He has very good submissions in his arsenal, especially his deadly armbars. His striking is mediocre at best, and so his strategy is nearly always to grapple with his opponent and look for an early takedown. A regular with SIGMA he has yet to really find his feet in the company, however he is coming off a first round submission victory over Branko Alilovic in his last fight. Chaz Babish is a wrestler, who likes to dominate his opponents by controlling them either in the clinch or from on top. On top of his grappling, he is also a decent boxer, which helps him to avoid becoming predictable. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ezio Gnocchi vs. Humberto Falcao in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Mogens Leerback (6-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #75, Underdog: +440) vs. Ramin Rostami (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #182, Favorite: -560)

Mogens Leerback is Danish, and is a kick boxer who is widely regarded as one of the brightest young prospects in European MMA. A knock out artist, he joined SIGMA in 2001 after blasting his way to a 5-0 record on the local scene. His first match was an impressive one, knocking out Bixente Fontaine is less than thirty seconds with a violent head kick followed by a vicious uppercut. Ramin Rostami is Iran's first professional MMA fighter, who is a rugged competitor who uses his background in wrestling to control and frustrate opponents. A competent boxer as well, albeit one without much stopping power, Rostami can be a handful for everyone. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Motoyuki Matsumara vs. Reed Howlett in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Edu Gattai (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #102, Favorite: -870) vs. Edward Paulson (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #155, Underdog: +690)

Edu Gattai is a big, chunky Middleweight, who has power to spare and likes to use it in conjunction with grappling to smother opponents. His biggest weakness is that he is slow moving and can be picked apart by smaller, faster opponents. Edward Paulson is a Taekwondo fighter, who has plenty of crazy kicks at his disposal but lacks the power or all-around game to really make himself into a dangerous mixed martial artist. The winner of this fight will face #27 Harunobu Oshiro in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Inacio Barroso (4-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #94, Underdog: +500) vs. Franz Ludwig (14-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #163, Favorite: -630)

Inacio Barroso is a low-level Brazilian fighter, who relies almost entirely on his boxing background to get him through fights. Unfortunately for him, he lacks the power to be a threat even there. Franz Ludwig is a veteran of MMA, who is a striker who takes elements of kick boxing, Karate, and plain old street fighting to form his core style. He's not especially dangerous, and most decent competitors should be able to put him away without too much trouble. The winner of this fight will face #35 Juro Fukazawa in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Kei Sakakibara (2-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #99, Even: -110) vs. Bernard Blue (12-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #158, Even: -110)

Kei Sakakibara is a submission specialist, who is all about getting in close and using his grappling ability to control and subdue his opponents. If he could develope his striking skills from their current awful level, he could become a real handful. Bernard Blue is a wrestler who has the advantage of also having a fair bit of power in his hands. He is a dangerous opponent, as long as he is not on the ground, where he is like a fish out of water. He's never going to have the ability to trouble the world rankings, but Blue is a very stern test for most fighters. The winner of this fight will face #30 Kyuwa Ito in the Second Round.

 

 

CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament First Round Bout: Reggie "The Rock Star Pirate" Barbera (1-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #126, Favorite: -700) vs. Kirkor Yengibaryan (3-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #131, Underdog: +550)

Reggie Barbera is instantly recognizable, a tall, charismatic Middleweight who is known for being a very tough opponent for anyone. A very good wrestler, he has also learned how to use his long reach and potent jab to control fights at range. His one weakness is that he is not a natural finisher of fights. Kirkor Yengibaryan is a wrestler from Armenia, who doesn't look like he has much to offer the world of MMA, lacking the skills to be much more than cannon fodder for better fighters. The face that he has even struggled on the notoriously weak European regional circuit is a testament to this. The winner of this fight will face #3 Ieyoshi Yamashita in the Second Round.

 

 

Weigh-In Results

Motoyuki Matsumara (185 lbs) vs. Reed Howlett (185 lbs)

Sojuro Iriye (185 lbs) vs. Wade Lecavalier (185 lbs)

Emile Rachal (185 lbs) vs. Joey Valdez (185 lbs)

Ezio Gnocchi (185 lbs) vs. Humberto Falcao (185 lbs)

Timothy McNally (185 lbs) vs. Tiki Britton (185 lbs)

Isaiah Monroe (185 lbs) vs. Erik Cunniford (185 lbs)

Spiridon Domazos (185 lbs) vs. Tom Essy (185 lbs)

Noppanon On-Mo (185 lbs) vs. Yukichi Sato (185 lbs)

Santiago Rocha (185 lbs) vs. Gilberto Sabbatini (185 lbs)

Suezo Takasugi (185 lbs) vs. Yasutaro Beppu (185 lbs)

Branko Alilovic (185 lbs) vs. Yoshinobu Tanaka (185 lbs)

Artak Gevor (185 lbs) vs. Richard Smith (185 lbs)

Mario Varela (185 lbs) vs. French Dancer (185 lbs)

Hans-Peter Schneider (185 lbs) vs. Ralph Kohl (185 lbs)

Drazen Gabelich (185 lbs) vs. Chaz Babish (185 lbs)

Mogens Leerback (185 lbs) vs. Ramin Rostami (185 lbs)

Edu Gattai (185 lbs) vs. Edward Paulson (185 lbs)

Inacio Barroso (185 lbs) vs. Franz Ludwig (185 lbs)

Kei Sakakibara (185 lbs) vs. Bernard Blue (185 lbs)

Reggie Barbera (185 lbs) vs. Kirkor Yengibaryan (185 lbs)

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 19 Full Fight Card

MW: Motoyuki Matsumara vs. Reed Howlett

MW: Sojuro Iriye vs. Wade LeCavalier

MW: Emile Rachal vs. Joey Valdez

MW: Ezio Gnocchi vs. Humberto Falcao

MW: Timothy McNally vs. Tiki Britton

MW: Isaiah Monroe vs. Erik Cunniford

MW: Spiridon Domazos vs. Tom Essy

MW: Noppanon On-Mo vs. Yukichi Sato

MW: Santiago Rocha vs. Gilberto Sabbatini

MW: Suezo Takasugi vs. Yasutaro Beppu

 

MW: Branko Alilovic vs. Yoshinobu Tanaka

MW: Artak Gevor vs. Richard Smith

MW: Mario Varela vs. French Dancer

MW: Hans-Peter Schneider vs. Ralph Kohl

MW: Drazen Gabelich vs. Chaz Babish

MW: Mogens Leerback vs. Ramin Rostami

MW: Edu Gattai vs. Edward Paulson

MW: Inacio Barroso vs. Franz Ludwig

MW: Kei Sakakibara vs. Bernard Blue

MW: Reggie Barbera vs. Kirkor Yengibaryan

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CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Reggie "The Rock Star Pirate" Barbera (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Dallas, Texas, Favorite: -700) vs. Kirkor Yengibaryan (3-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Yerevan, Armenia, Underdog: +550)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The preliminary fights start with Reggie 'The Rock Star Pirate' Barbera facing Kirkor Yengibaryan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Franklin Mencken, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Yengibaryan misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Barbera comes in with a good left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Barbera comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Yengibaryan fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Barbera uses a right jab but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Barbera forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Yengibaryan fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Barbera hits a right jab and then he catches Yengibaryan with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Barbera comes forward, walking down Yengibaryan.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Barbera bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Barbera lands a right hand and then he hits Yengibaryan with a beauty of a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Barbera comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Yengibaryan tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:35) Two jabs hit home from Barbera and then he lands a big left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Yengibaryan staggers backward into the cage and covers up, I think he's hurt!

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Barbera hits a straight left hand! Dazed, Yengibaryan continues to cover up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Barbera moves in close and creams Yengibaryan with a vicious left uppercut...and down he goes!

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Barbera quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Yengibaryan!

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Barbera fires away and Yengibaryan is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Yengibaryan goes limp for a second, the referee leaps in to stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 02:00) By knock out, the winner is Reggie Barbera!

 

 

Official Result: Reggie 'The Rock Star Pirate' Barbera defeats Kirkor Yengibaryan (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Reggie Barbera thanks everyone connected to Mean Machines 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 he's very happy here. He knows how to use these interviews to sell himself.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Kei Sakakibara (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Even: -110) vs. Bernard Blue (12-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Cleveland, Ohio, Even: -110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Kei Sakakibara battling Bernard Blue.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Stewart Morecambe, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Blue initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Sakakibara hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Blue can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Sakakibara with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Blue comes forward, walking down Sakakibara.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Sakakibara hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Blue hits a left hand but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Blue stalks forward, pressuring Sakakibara.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Sakakibara hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Blue can't connect with a jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Blue comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Blue looks to pressure Sakakibara, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Blue can't connect with a jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Sakakibara misses with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Blue scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Sakakibara is hurt, that shot looks to have broken his nose quite badly.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) That's going to cause Sakakibara some major problems with his breathing.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Blue connects with a nice jab and then catches Sakakibara with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Blue uses a left jab, but Sakakibara avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Two defensive jabs hit from Sakakibara, but neither had any power.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Blue can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) Blue lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Sakakibara seizes the chance and grabs Blue into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Sakakibara is trying to muscle Blue up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Sakakibara manages it and controls Blue up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) With the cage trapping Blue, Sakakibara looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Blue, desperate, grabs the cage to block the takedown!

(Rd 1 - 01:52) The referee spots that bit of cheating and gives a clear verbal warning!

(Rd 1 - 01:52) With the cage trapping Blue, Sakakibara looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) The takedown is completed, Sakakibara would not be denied.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) The takedown leaves Blue seated with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Sakakibara attempts a guillotine.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Sakakibara gets the guillotine fully applied and Blue has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 01:13) The winner, by submission, is Kei Sakakibara!

 

 

Official Result: Kei Sakakibara defeats Bernard Blue (Submission (Guillotine) in 3:47 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Kei Sakakibara thanks all his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Inacio Barroso (4-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +500) vs. Franz Ludwig (14-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Munich, Germany, Favorite: -630)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Inacio Barroso takes on Franz Ludwig.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kenneth Capote is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Ian Rivers, Franklin Mencken, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:54) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Ludwig misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Barroso to attack with a right jab and a solid left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Ludwig is left off balance after falling for a cleverly executed feint.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Barroso counters a right hand with a jab and a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Barroso slips past a right hook and counters with a right jab and a solid left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) It looks like Ludwig has been cut across the forehead by a strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Barroso misses with a right jab but scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Ludwig lands a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Ludwig misses with a big right hand, allowing Barroso to counter with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Barroso feints one way and then the other, throwing Ludwig off balance and leaving him badly exposed.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Barroso counters a right hand with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Barroso slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Barroso hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Ludwig hits a jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Barroso lands a one-two. Ludwig lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Barroso slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a solid left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) There's a burst of strikes but neither fighter can land a blow.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Barroso finds his left cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Ludwig misses with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Barroso slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick right jab and a left cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) The referee calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Ludwig.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) The fight recommences!

(Rd 1 - 01:01) For the first time, Barroso is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Barroso finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Ludwig is off target with a left jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Barroso dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a solid left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Ludwig scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Barroso finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Barroso.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Barroso to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Barroso dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right jab and a solid left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Barroso finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. Ludwig hits a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Ludwig is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Ludwig misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) Barroso lands a right jab but misses a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) Ludwig lands a left jab and also nails a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Ludwig lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Barroso finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Ludwig looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:39) Barroso blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Ludwig looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Ludwig can't get the takedown as Barroso wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Ludwig doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Barroso looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Ludwig blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) Clinched with Barroso, Ludwig looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 2 - 01:54) Ludwig doesn't get the takedown, Barroso instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Clinched with Ludwig, Barroso looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) It doesn't work, Ludwig defended against it well.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Barroso doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Barroso separates from Ludwig and we're back to a stand-off.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Barroso slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right jab and a solid left hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Ludwig came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) By my reckoning we're dead level at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:49) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Barroso counters a right hand with a solid left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) A strike has re-opened the gash across the forehead of Ludwig.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Clinched with Barroso, Ludwig looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Ludwig can't get the takedown as Barroso wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 03:47) Barroso attempts to wrestle Ludwig to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 03:47) Barroso doesn't get it, Ludwig blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 3 - 03:30) Clinched with Ludwig, Barroso looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 3 - 03:30) Barroso can't get Ludwig down to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 03:11) Ludwig looks very, very tired.

(Rd 3 - 03:11) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.

(Rd 3 - 02:42) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:42) Ludwig misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Barroso comes in with a quick right jab and a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:16) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Ludwig misses a right hook and gets countered with a solid left hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Barroso tries a left hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Ludwig misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:22) From the looks of things, I don't think Barroso has much energy left.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 3 - 00:38) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:38) Barroso finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. Ludwig uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) With Ludwig bleeding, referee Kenneth Capote pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) The fight recommences!

(Rd 3 - 00:17) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:17) Ludwig hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:17) Barroso finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) With control of the clinch, Ludwig tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Barroso stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Barroso.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Barroso up 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Both fighters step into strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Ludwig hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Barroso hits a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Ludwig looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) Barroso lands a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:26) Ludwig hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) Ludwig looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) Ludwig can't get Barroso down to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) Ludwig looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) Barroso stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Barroso tries to take Ludwig down.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) The takedown is successful, Ludwig pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:27) Barroso throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) Barroso attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) He passes the guard well, gaining side control.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Barroso attempts to armbar Ludwig from side control.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Ludwig defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 4 - 01:50) Ludwig tries to move to guard, but Barroso doesn't allow it.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) Barroso fires away with punches, and Ludwig is stung by several big shots.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) The gas tank looks empty on Barroso.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) In a very smart play, Ludwig waits for Barroso to over-commit and then sweeps him sharply, creating a scramble for position.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Ludwig somehow ends up on top of Barroso in north-south position.

(Rd 4 - 01:03) Moving around, Ludwig slides into side control.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Ludwig throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 4 - 00:20) Ludwig blocks Barroso as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:01) Ludwig pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Barroso.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Ludwig just about edged it.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Ludwig moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Barroso into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Barroso hits two right hands on the counter.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) A one-two from Ludwig fails to land.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) With control of the clinch, Barroso tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) Barroso can't get Ludwig down to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) With control of the clinch, Barroso tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) Ludwig stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) Clinched with Barroso, Ludwig looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 5 - 03:35) Ludwig can't get the takedown as Barroso wrestles his way into a dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 03:20) Clinched with Ludwig, Barroso looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 5 - 03:20) Ludwig blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) Ludwig looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) An outside leg trip sweeps Barroso down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard!

(Rd 5 - 02:43) Ludwig tries to throw a slicing elbow, but misses.

(Rd 5 - 02:31) Barroso goes for the sweep from the bottom of the guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:31) Ludwig gets lifted and partially swept, breaking his control just enough to send both fighters scrambling for position.

(Rd 5 - 02:14) Ludwig manages to come out on top, with Barroso pulling guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:54) Ludwig lands a glancing elbow strike on Barroso.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) Ludwig blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 5 - 01:32) Ludwig throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 5 - 01:09) Barroso tries a sweep from the guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:09) The sweep is partially successful, at least in unbalancing Ludwig, and suddenly there's a wild scramble for position as both fighters look for an advantage.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) Barroso somehow winds up underneath the north-south control of Ludwig.

(Rd 5 - 00:42) Barroso feels Ludwig attempt to shift to side control, and uses the opportunity to scoot out and scramble.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Ludwig manages to come out on top, with Barroso pulling half guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:19) Ludwig pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I think Ludwig took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 49-46 (Ian Rivers), 50-45 (Franklin Mencken) and 49-46 (Johnny Beerbohm).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Inacio Barroso!

 

 

Official Result: Inacio Barroso defeats Franz Ludwig (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Inacio Barroso thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Visibly delighted, Inacio Barroso celebrates starting his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Edu Gattai (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Favorite: -870) vs. Edward Paulson (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Pompano Beach, Florida, Underdog: +690)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin, Edu Gattai against Edward Paulson.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Franklin Mencken.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Paulson closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Paulson lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) Paulson can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Paulson lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Paulson can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Gattai comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) The takedown is completed, Paulson is on his back and pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Gattai pounds away, landing several clean blows on Paulson in the process.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Gattai unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Paulson.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Gattai begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Paulson was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) The scramble results in Gattai being on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Paulson doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Gattai tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Paulson gets lifted and partially swept, breaking his control just enough to send both fighters scrambling for position.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) The scramble sees Paulson up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the cage almost immediately.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Gattai smothers Paulson against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Gattai pins Paulson up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Gattai smothers Paulson against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Smothered against the cage, Paulson is trapped there, unable to get free.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) The remainder of the round passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Gattai, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Gattai is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) A defensive jab hits from Gattai.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Paulson fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Gattai with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Paulson can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Paulson is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Paulson closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Gattai, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) A jab hits home from Paulson and then he lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:37) Gattai warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to shoot in.

(Rd 2 - 03:37) Paulson connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:21) Paulson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Paulson lands a left hand and then hits Gattai with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Gattai looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Paulson simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 02:45) Paulson throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Gattai keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Paulson throws a two-punch combo but Gattai avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Gattai comes in and grabs Paulson in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Paulson gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Gattai uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 2 - 01:37) Gattai tries to wrestle Paulson backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:37) Gattai achieves it, pinning Paulson to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Gattai punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) Showing his ability to control opponents, Gattai smothers Paulson against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:11) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Showing his ability to control opponents, Gattai smothers Paulson against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) The remainder of the round sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Paulson, 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Gattai may have been setting up to shoot, but Paulson aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Paulson hits a left jab and then catches Gattai with a right kick to the head.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Paulson throws a punch but Gattai avoids it.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Breathing very hard, Paulson is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Gattai moves in fast and clinches with Paulson.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) Gattai is trying to push Paulson so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) Gattai achieves it, pinning Paulson to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) Paulson is trapped against the cage and Gattai punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 03:38) Paulson is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 03:23) Gattai looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 03:23) Gattai uses dirty boxing to punish Paulson while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Paulson is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Unable to break free despite his opponent's obvious tiredness, Paulson is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) A full minute passes with the two tired opponents pressed up close and throwing very occasional punches. The referee is heard encouraging them to stay active.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp separates the two fighters.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) A jab hits home from Paulson and then he hits Gattai with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) Paulson confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) Paulson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) Blood is visible on Gattai, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 3 - 00:45) Paulson throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 3 - 00:37) Gattai seizes the chance and grabs Paulson into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:30) Clinched with Paulson, Gattai looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 3 - 00:30) Gattai gets the takedown! Paulson pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:19) Gattai hits a vicious elbow strike to the head.

(Rd 3 - 00:19) There is now a noticeable gash above the hairline of Paulson where a strike must have cut him.

(Rd 3 - 00:08) Gattai unloads with big rights, but Paulson covers up well.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Gattai, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Gattai up 29-28 on my scorecard.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Both fighters have cuts that require attention between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Paulson lands a left hook. Gattai misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) A tired-looking Gattai shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Gattai gets a single leg takedown! Paulson pulls guard off it.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Gattai catches Paulson with a wicked slicing elbow strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:59) Gattai fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) Gattai looks very, very tired.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) Gattai doesn't allow Paulson to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 4 - 03:35) Gattai throws a few relatively weak right hands.

(Rd 4 - 03:15) Paulson tries to pull Gattai in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 4 - 03:06) Gattai looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:06) Paulson keeps Gattai in guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) Gattai doesn't allow Paulson to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 4 - 02:02) Referee Kyle Crisp decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 4 - 01:49) There's a ragged-looking takedown attempt from a visibly tired Gattai.

(Rd 4 - 01:49) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Paulson has to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Gattai looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) He eventually passes, but only into half guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:48) Gattai tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:48) Gattai almost gets side control, but Paulson was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 4 - 00:37) Gattai brilliantly manages to take his opponent's back!

(Rd 4 - 00:23) Gattai attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 4 - 00:23) Paulson fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Paulson looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Gattai.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Paulson is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut men are busy in between rounds, trying to stop the bleeding of both fighters.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 5 - 04:48) Paulson hits a left hand, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Gattai seizes the chance and grabs Paulson into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:23) Gattai uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Paulson.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Gattai is trying to muscle Paulson up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Gattai achieves it, pinning Paulson to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) The clock is stopped as the referee wants to check the cuts on both fighters.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) The ringside doctor examines the cuts...and signals that neither is a fight ender.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) Referee Kyle Crisp signals for the fight to continue!

(Rd 5 - 03:38) Paulson throws a one-two, but Gattai was equal to it.

(Rd 5 - 03:17) Paulson hits a left jab and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Gattai.

(Rd 5 - 02:58) Paulson confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 5 - 02:58) Gattai looked like he was going to shoot, but Paulson simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 02:58) Paulson can't connect with a jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 5 - 02:50) Gattai raises his arms and plays to the crowd, never taking his eyes off his opponent.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) Paulson lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:15) Gattai, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 02:15) Paulson gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:00) Gattai looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 5 - 02:00) Gattai lies on top of Paulson, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 01:31) Gattai looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:31) Gattai isn't able to pass guard on this attempt.

(Rd 5 - 00:46) Paulson tries to pull Gattai in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 5 - 00:37) Gattai smothers Paulson with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 00:12) Gattai fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Gattai, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 49-46 (Reginald Wodehouse), 50-45 (Ian Rivers) and 50-45 (Franklin Mencken).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Edu Gattai wins by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Edu Gattai defeats Edward Paulson (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Edu Gattai name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Edu Gattai says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Mogens Leerback (6-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Odense, Denmark, Underdog: +440) vs. Ramin Rostami (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tehran, Iran, Favorite: -560)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Mogens Leerback takes on Ramin Rostami.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kenneth Capote will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Franklin Mencken.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Leerback can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Leerback lands a jab and then scores with a lovely right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Rostami immediately backs up against the cage and covers up! I think that last strike may have really rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Leerback punishes Rostami with a straight right!

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Rostami eats a right hook and is barely able to stand anymore! The cage is the only reason he is still upright!

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Referee Kenneth Capote pulls Leerback away, stopping the fight! Rostami is left slumped against the cage, dazed and wobbling.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) The winner, by TKO; Mogens Leerback!

 

 

Official Result: Mogens Leerback defeats Ramin Rostami (TKO (Strikes) in 0:45 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Mogens Leerback thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. He is charismatic and that helps him benefit from these interviews.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Drazen Gabelich (8-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Zagreb, Croatia, Favorite: -150) vs. Chaz Babish (12-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Raleigh, North Carolina, Underdog: +110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Drazen Gabelich vs. Chaz Babish.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Franklin Mencken, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Babish moves in on Gabelich, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Babish lands a left jab, but Gabelich evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Babish hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Babish moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Gabelich may have been aiming to get in close, but Babish aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Babish lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Babish confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Gabelich looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Babish simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Babish can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) A jab hits home from Babish and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Babish lands a left hand and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Babish can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Blood is visible on Gabelich, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Babish hits a left jab and then catches Gabelich with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Babish throws a one-two, but Gabelich was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Gabelich moves in fast and clinches with Babish.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Using his wrestling skills, Gabelich is trying to push Babish up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Babish doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Gabelich is trying to push Babish so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Gabelich does it, Babish is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Gabelich exerts total control, keeping Babish smothered against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) They exchange short punches to the body until the round ends.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Not much happened in that round, hopefully the fighters will pick up the pace a bit when we restart.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Babish, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Bleeding, Gabelich is attended to by the cut man between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Babish can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:43) Without taking too much damage, Gabelich is able to clinch with Babish.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) Gabelich is looking to muscle Babish back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) He does so and now has Babish pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Showing his ability to control opponents, Gabelich smothers Babish against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) The gruelling grappling contest continues for about the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) Gabelich pins Babish up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) Gabelich and Babish remain up against the cage for around the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Babish throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Taking a few gulps of breath, Babish is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Babish fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Gabelich with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Gabelich keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Babish fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Gabelich with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) A jab hits home from Babish and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Gabelich steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) A one-two from Babish fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Gabelich gets hold of Babish.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) With control of the clinch, Gabelich tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) The takedown is completed, Babish is left turtled up on his hands and knees, Gabelich on top of him.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Gabelich fires away with punches and Babish takes several shots that threaten to end the fight!

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Gabelich unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Gabelich, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:51) There's a takedown attempt from Gabelich.

(Rd 3 - 04:51) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Babish is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Time slips away as Gabelich successfully keeps Babish stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Gabelich smothers Babish with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) Gabelich is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) He can't get free of the guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Gabelich doesn't allow Babish to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 3 - 02:59) Gabelich smothers Babish with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) With no progress being made, referee Leo Behan stands them back up.

(Rd 3 - 02:11) Gabelich shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 02:11) Gabelich gets a single leg takedown! Babish pulls guard off it.

(Rd 3 - 01:58) Gabelich attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:58) Gabelich gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Gabelich tries to lock Babish into a kimura.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Babish blocks it.

(Rd 3 - 00:36) Gabelich blocks Babish as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:17) Gabelich pounds away, but Babish isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:03) Babish tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Gabelich.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Gabelich is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Babish connects with a jab, but Gabelich evades a big right punch.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Gabelich is off target with a left jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Babish finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Babish throws a punch but Gabelich avoids it.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) With a clear opportunity, Gabelich is able to move in fast and clinch with Babish.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) Gabelich tries to wrestle Babish backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) Babish ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Babish takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 03:33) Showing his ability to exert control, Gabelich smothers Babish up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:33) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) Gabelich smothers Babish up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:16) With no progress being made, referee Leo Behan separates them.

(Rd 4 - 01:16) Gabelich is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 4 - 01:10) Babish can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 01:03) Without taking too much damage, Gabelich is able to clinch with Babish.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Using his wrestling skills, Gabelich is trying to push Babish up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Gabelich can't manage it, Babish fought it.

(Rd 4 - 00:40) Gabelich is looking to muscle Babish back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:40) Gabelich achieves it, pinning Babish to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:24) Babish is trapped up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:24) The rest of the round passes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Gabelich.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Babish is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:48) A jab hits home from Babish and then he catches Gabelich with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) Gabelich shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) He has the takedown! It's a single leg, and Babish has to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) Gabelich looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:19) Babish can't do anything about the pass, and is left under side control.

(Rd 5 - 03:47) Gabelich tries to lock Babish in an arm triangle.

(Rd 5 - 03:47) Babish stops Gabelich from applying it.

(Rd 5 - 03:20) Gabelich blocks Babish as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:09) Gabelich tries to lock Babish into a kimura.

(Rd 5 - 03:09) Babish fights off the kimura attempt.

(Rd 5 - 02:35) Gabelich blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:21) Gabelich is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 5 - 02:21) He does it, and has the mount on Babish.

(Rd 5 - 01:50) Gabelich tries to lock Babish in an armbar.

(Rd 5 - 01:50) Gabelich gets the armbar, sinks it in deeply, and Babish has to tap!

(Rd 5 - 01:16) By submission, the winner is Drazen Gabelich!

 

 

Official Result: Drazen Gabelich defeats Chaz Babish (Submission (Armbar) in 3:44 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Drazen Gabelich thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and answers that Suezo Takasugi would be someone he'd like to compete against.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Hans-Peter Schneider (17-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Bremen, Germany, Favorite: -880) vs. "Made In Germany" Ralph Kohl (19-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Hamburg, Germany, Underdog: +700)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Hans-Peter Schneider squares off with 'Made In Germany' Ralph Kohl.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Franklin Mencken.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:52) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Schneider scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Kohl finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Kohl stalks forward, pressuring Schneider.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Schneider fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) A jab lands from Kohl but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Kohl comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Schneider misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Kohl fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Schneider with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Kohl fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Schneider with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Schneider misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Kohl connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Kohl moves in on Schneider, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Schneider scores with a weak, flicked left hand jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Kohl lands two left hands and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Blood is visible on Schneider, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Schneider, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.

(Rd 1 - 02:48) Kohl fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Schneider with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) Kohl comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) Kohl steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) Kohl throws a two-punch combo but Schneider avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) Schneider chooses to shoot in on Kohl.

(Rd 1 - 02:08) The takedown is completed, Kohl is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Schneider pounds away, Kohl is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Schneider begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Schneider passes to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Schneider pounds away, landing several clean blows on Kohl in the process.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Schneider is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Schneider gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) Schneider pounds away, landing several clean blows on Kohl in the process.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) The strikes are hard enough to force Kohl to roll to the side, giving up his back in the process!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Schneider.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Schneider looks very happy with that first round. He is certainly living up to position as being the heavy favourite to win this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's going to be a real uphill struggle for Kohl from this point onward.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Schneider.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Schneider misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Moving forward constantly, Kohl is pressuring Schneider.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Schneider lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Kohl throws a one-two, but Schneider was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 04:20) Kohl is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Kohl comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Schneider fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Kohl throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:51) Kohl misses with a big right hand, allowing Schneider to counter with a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Kohl misses with a big right hand, allowing Schneider to counter with a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Kohl misses with a big right hand, allowing Schneider to counter with a brace of jabs that are followed by a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:49) Kohl comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:49) Schneider hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:49) Kohl throws a two-punch combo but Schneider avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Schneider misses a jab but lands a leg kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Kohl hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Kohl misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Schneider hits a couple of jabs but doesn't connect with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Kohl misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Kohl doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Schneider scores with a brace of jabs but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) Schneider is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) Kohl hits a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) Schneider scores with a brace of jabs and also hits a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) Kohl, looking shattered, can't stop Schneider pulling him into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) Schneider hits Kohl with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Schneider uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Kohl.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Schneider.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Schneider.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Kohl misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Kohl comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Schneider scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Kohl throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Kohl looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) Kohl throws a one-two, but Schneider was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Schneider misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Kohl comes in with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:29) Kohl counters a right hand with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Schneider grabs Kohl, who looks shattered, and pulls him into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Using his wrestling skills, Schneider is trying to push Kohl up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:15) Schneider manages it and controls Kohl up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:03) Schneider catches Kohl with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:03) It looks like Kohl has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) Schneider catches Kohl with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:36) Schneider catches Kohl with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:24) Kohl is trapped against the cage and Schneider hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) Kohl is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Kohl is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 01:36) Schneider pins Kohl up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 01:22) Schneider uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 01:07) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:07) Schneider appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:53) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Kohl throws a punch but Schneider avoids it.

(Rd 3 - 00:17) Schneider is able to grab Kohl.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Using his wrestling skills, Schneider is trying to push Kohl up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Schneider does it, Kohl is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Schneider is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Schneider, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Kohl, he's running out of rounds.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Kohl.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Both fighters strike but without success.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Kohl is off-target with a jab and also doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Schneider can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Schneider doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Kohl scores with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Kohl looks very, very tired.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Schneider slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) Schneider is trying to push Kohl so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:32) Schneider does it, Kohl is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) Schneider uses dirty boxing to punish Kohl while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:06) Kohl takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Schneider keeps Kohl up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 02:45) Schneider drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Schneider catches Kohl with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) Schneider pins Kohl up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) Kohl gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 02:11) From the looks of things, I don't think Schneider has much energy left.

(Rd 4 - 02:11) Schneider uses dirty boxing to punish Kohl while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:00) Schneider pins Kohl up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 01:43) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kenneth Capote restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Kohl hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Schneider lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Schneider lands a one-two. Kohl finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of Kohl.

(Rd 4 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Schneider slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a solid right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) Schneider hits a left cross. Kohl misses a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:02) Kohl looks exhausted.

(Rd 4 - 00:02) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:02) Schneider is looking to muscle Kohl back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:02) Schneider achieves it, pinning Kohl to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Schneider, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Kohl is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Kohl in between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:53) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 5 - 04:44) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:44) Schneider attempts to wrestle Kohl to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 04:44) The takedown is successful, Kohl pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) The gas tank looks empty on Schneider.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) The clock runs down as Kohl is being smothered against the ground by Schneider.

(Rd 5 - 03:59) Time slips away as Schneider successfully keeps Kohl stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Schneider begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Advancing his position, he passes to half guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) Schneider throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 5 - 02:34) Schneider attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 5 - 02:34) He does excellently, getting into side control.

(Rd 5 - 01:48) In side control, Schneider begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 5 - 01:48) He can't get the mount as Kohl rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.

(Rd 5 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 01:00) Schneider tries to finish Kohl off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 5 - 01:00) Schneider gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Kohl has to tap out!

(Rd 5 - 00:26) The winner, by submission, is Hans-Peter Schneider!

 

 

Official Result: Hans-Peter Schneider defeats 'Made In Germany' Ralph Kohl (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:34 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Hans-Peter Schneider gives a name-check to everyone at London Kick Boxing Academy, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Hans-Peter Schneider says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Mario "Rabbit" Varela (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Recife, Brazil, Favorite: -170) vs. French "Private" Dancer (7-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Toronto, Ontario, Underdog: +130)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Mario 'Rabbit' Varela against French 'Private' Dancer.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Franklin Mencken.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Varela looks significantly bigger than Dancer as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Dancer, being in front of a home crowd, gets a loud cheer as he enters.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Varela comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Dancer lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Varela lands a left jab but Dancer avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) Varela can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Varela comes forward, walking down Dancer.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Varela moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Dancer.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Varela.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Varela connects with a jab, but Dancer avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Varela uses a left jab, but Dancer avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Moving forward constantly, Varela is pressuring Dancer.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Varela bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Varela doesn't land any of the three strikes he threw at Dancer.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Varela attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Dancer hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Varela hits two left jabs and then he lands a nice right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Retreating until backed against the cage, Dancer looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! He is covering up as best as he can, but is vulnerable!

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Varela tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but Dancer avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Dancer circles back to the center, having gotten the time he needed to regain his wits somewhat.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Varela doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) A tentative jab from Dancer lands.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Varela lands two left hands, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Dancer clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Varela connects with two left jabs, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Varela, 10-9 on my card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Varela comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Varela moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Dancer.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Varela fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Dancer with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Varela initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Dancer throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Two left hands land from Varela, but Dancer evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Taking a few gulps of breath, Varela is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Varela attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Dancer fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) A jab hits home from Varela and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Varela forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Dancer misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Varela fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Dancer with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:01) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Varela throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Dancer seizes the chance and grabs Varela into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) With control of the clinch, Dancer tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Dancer can't get Varela down to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Dancer tries to pick Varela up for a slam.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) He gets Varela up! Dancer slams him down, ending up in guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Dancer attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) Dancer gets past, but Varela stops him at half guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Dancer throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Dancer fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 2 - 00:36) Dancer blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Dancer fires away with punches, but Varela doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Dancer blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Varela, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Varela up 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Varela slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a roundhouse kick to the body that is too short.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) Dancer misses with a big right hand, allowing Varela to counter with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Varela, looking shattered, can't stop Dancer pulling him into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Dancer is trying to muscle Varela up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Dancer manages it and controls Varela up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) Looking for a takedown, Dancer drops down and gets hold of a leg. Varela remains standing on the other foot, leaning against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:49) It's not pretty, but Dancer drags Varela to the mat. Varela pulls half guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Dancer fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 3 - 03:03) Varela tries to get an underhook on Dancer, but isn't able to.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) In half guard, Dancer catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) Dancer begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) He passes but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) Dancer is up first and quickly grabs Varela, pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Dancer smothers Varela against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Dancer scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:40) Dancer tries to take Varela down.

(Rd 3 - 01:40) He gets a takedown, using the cage to his advantage.

(Rd 3 - 01:40) Varela winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Dancer pressing onto him.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Dancer fires away with punches, but Varela doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Varela hits Dancer with a few weak strikes to the back.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) Dancer fires away with punches, but Varela doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:33) Varela hits some weak punches to the upper back, but they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) Dancer tries to ensnare Varela in a guillotine.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) Varela doesn't allow the guillotine to be applied.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The crowd is buzzing after a very exciting round.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Dancer took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Varela up 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Varela can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Varela moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Varela throws a punch but Dancer avoids it.

(Rd 4 - 04:20) Breathing very hard, Varela is looking ragged.

(Rd 4 - 04:20) Taking a few gulps of breath, Dancer is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) Varela initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) Dancer hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) Varela lands a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Varela moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Dancer into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Dancer fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 4 - 03:45) Varela throws a one-two, but Dancer was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) Varela feints one way and then the other, throwing Dancer off balance and leaving him badly exposed.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) Varela dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 4 - 02:42) Varela steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:42) Varela looks to pressure Dancer, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 4 - 02:42) Varela lands a jab and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 4 - 01:53) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) Neither fighter lands a significant strike in a quick exchange.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) Varela has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 01:22) Dancer misses with a left jab and also has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) Varela steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) Dancer throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) Varela can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Dancer with a body kick.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) Varela comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) Dancer manages a counter jab.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) A jab lands from Varela but Dancer avoids the low kick that it set up.

(Rd 4 - 00:34) Varela looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 4 - 00:19) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:19) Dancer misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a good right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Varela.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Dancer winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Varela closes in on Dancer, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Dancer looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Varela simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Varela lands a left hand and then hits Dancer with a leg kick.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) Dancer misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Varela comes in with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) Dancer appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Seeing that Varela looks shattered, Dancer easily pulls him into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Dancer uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Varela to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 03:53) With control of the clinch, Dancer tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:53) The takedown is completed, Varela is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:33) Dancer looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 5 - 03:33) He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.

(Rd 5 - 02:48) Dancer tries to ensnare Varela in an arm triangle.

(Rd 5 - 02:48) Varela stops Dancer from applying it.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) Varela tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 5 - 02:06) Dancer fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 5 - 01:45) Dancer blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) In side control, Dancer begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) Dancer almost gets the mount, but Varela bucks his hips and starts scrambling.

(Rd 5 - 01:14) Varela scrambles to his feet, but Dancer immediately drives him up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:56) Looking for a takedown, Dancer drops down and gets hold of a leg. Varela remains standing on the other foot, leaning against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:56) Dancer smartly sweeps the standing leg to execute a nice trip! Varela is left on his back looking up.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) The gas tank looks empty on Varela.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Dancer looks to get on top of Varela.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Dancer is quick, Varela can't stop him getting side control.

(Rd 5 - 00:15) Dancer drops some elbows on Varela but they're all taken comfortably on the arms or pushed away.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Dancer, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 48-47.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Mario 'Rabbit' Varela is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Mario 'Rabbit' Varela defeats French 'Private' Dancer (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Mario Varela name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Artak Gevor (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Yerevan, Armenia, Favorite: -200) vs. Richard "The Shooter" Smith (22-17, 0-0 CTC, From: Liverpool, England, Underdog: +150)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Artak Gevor battles Richard 'The Shooter' Smith.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Franklin Mencken, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Gevor comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Smith hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Gevor fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Smith with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) Smith connects with a jab, but Gevor evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Gevor lands a pair of tentative jabs.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Smith can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Gevor with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Moving forward constantly, Gevor is pressuring Smith.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Smith hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Gevor throws a two-punch combo but Smith avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) There's a takedown attempt from Gevor.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Smith almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Gevor has hold of one leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Gevor can't get Smith down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Gevor leans all of his weight up against Smith, pressing him against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Gevor tries to keep him up against the cage, but Smith works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Gevor forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Smith hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Gevor uses a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Gevor counters a right hand with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) Gevor misses with a big right hand, allowing Smith to counter with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Gevor comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Smith scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Gevor throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Gevor initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Smith hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) Gevor connects with a jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Gevor counters a right hand with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Gevor, but only a 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Smith misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Smith lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Gevor doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Gevor chooses to shoot in on Smith.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Smith partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Gevor has a hold of the other.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) With Smith not going down, Gevor settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Unable to get free, Smith is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) The gruelling grappling contest continues for about the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) Gevor presses Smith up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:00) They remain there for at least thirty seconds, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) Gevor uses dirty boxing to punish Smith while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Gevor goes to use some dirty boxing, but Smith is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:47) Gevor is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Smith scores with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Gevor doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a wicked right uppercut!

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Smith is knocked down!

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Gevor knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Smith, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Gevor pounds away, Smith is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Referee Kyle Crisp jumps in and saves Smith from taking any more shots!

(Rd 2 - 01:09) By TKO, the winner is Artak Gevor!

 

 

Official Result: Artak Gevor defeats Richard 'The Shooter' Smith (TKO (Strikes) in 3:51 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Artak Gevor name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Visibly delighted, Artak Gevor celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Branko Alilovic (4-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Split, Croatia, Underdog: +440) vs. Yoshinobu "Spirit Roar" Tanaka (29-19, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -560)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Branko Alilovic goes head to head with Yoshinobu 'Spirit Roar' Tanaka in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Alilovic can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:39) Tanaka is able to grab Alilovic.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Tanaka catches Alilovic with a knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Tanaka uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Alilovic.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Tanaka hits Alilovic with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Tanaka is trying to muscle Alilovic up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) He does so and now has Alilovic pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Alilovic takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Alilovic uses his wrestling skills to prevent Tanaka from attacking with dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Alilovic is trapped against the cage and Tanaka punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Alilovic gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Tanaka smothers Alilovic against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Alilovic is trapped against the cage and Tanaka hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Alilovic is trapped against the cage and Tanaka hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Alilovic is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Alilovic fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Tanaka comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) A jab is wide from Alilovic, but then he catches Tanaka with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Tanaka.

(Rd 1 - 01:05) Tanaka gets hold of Alilovic.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Tanaka uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Alilovic as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Tanaka uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Alilovic as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Tanaka uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Alilovic as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Tanaka hits Alilovic with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Tanaka, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Bleeding, Tanaka is attended to by the cut man between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:52) A jab is wide from Alilovic, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Alilovic can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Tanaka gets hold of Alilovic.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Tanaka tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Alilovic uses wrestling to smother the attacks.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Alilovic gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Tanaka uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 2 - 03:36) Tanaka uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Alilovic.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Tanaka uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Alilovic.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Tanaka is looking to muscle Alilovic back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Tanaka does it, Alilovic is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) Tanaka uses dirty boxing to punish Alilovic while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Tanaka hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Tanaka hits Alilovic, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) Tanaka pins Alilovic up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Alilovic is trapped against the cage and Tanaka hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 2 - 01:37) Tanaka hits Alilovic, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Alilovic takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) Referee Leo Behan thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) Alilovic is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) For the first time, Tanaka is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) Tanaka comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) Alilovic partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Tanaka has a hold of the other.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) With Alilovic not going down, Tanaka settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Tanaka pins Alilovic up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Tanaka scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Tanaka goes to use some dirty boxing, but Alilovic is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Tanaka, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Tanaka ahead 20-18.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Alilovic is showing clear signs of the beating his body has taken thus far tonight, there are red marks all around his rib cage.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Alilovic can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Tanaka with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:38) There's a takedown attempt from Tanaka.

(Rd 3 - 04:38) Alilovic cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Tanaka tries to lock Alilovic in a kimura.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) A kimura is fully applied, Alilovic is in huge trouble!

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Tanaka loses the hold! Somehow Alilovic got his arm free. That was incredibly close to a finish though.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Tanaka still has side control though.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) Tanaka begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) Alilovic tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) Tanaka tries to finish Alilovic off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) Alilovic gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 3 - 02:59) The winner, by submission; Yoshinobu Tanaka!

 

 

Official Result: Yoshinobu 'Spirit Roar' Tanaka defeats Branko Alilovic (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:01 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Yoshinobu Tanaka name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he'll fight whoever is put in front of him, but he thinks Jason Pilgrim would be a particularly good contest. Yoshinobu Tanaka can certainly talk and it makes him very marketable as a result.

 

 

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CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

 

VS.

 

 

Suezo Takasugi (9-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Kyoto, Japan, Favorite: -670) vs. Yasutaro "Beast" Beppu (3-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +530)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first main fight is up next, in which Suezo Takasugi takes on Yasutaro 'Beast' Beppu.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Franklin Mencken, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Takasugi keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and shoot on Beppu.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) A jab hits home from Beppu and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Takasugi chooses to shoot in on Beppu.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) The takedown is successful, Beppu couldn't quite stay on his feet.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) The takedown leaves Beppu seated with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Beppu doesn't allow Takasugi to smother him against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Beppu hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Takasugi tries to control Beppu against the cage, but finds it a struggle.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Beppu hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Beppu fights off Takasugi as he tries to smother him against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Beppu, trapped against the cage, pummels Takasugi on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Beppu doesn't allow Takasugi to smother him against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Beppu, trapped against the cage, pummels Takasugi on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Takasugi tries to smother Beppu against the cage wall but can't keep control long enough.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Beppu, trapped against the cage, pummels Takasugi on the back with several small shots, although they're more out of frustration than anything.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Takasugi tries to lock Beppu in a choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Beppu gets caught by the guillotine, and it's tight enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 00:59) By submission, the winner is Suezo Takasugi!

 

 

Official Result: Suezo Takasugi defeats Yasutaro 'Beast' Beppu (Submission (Guillotine) in 4:01 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Suezo Takasugi praises his team at Snake Temple, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Suezo Takasugi celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"El Diablo" Santiago Rocha (1-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Santiago, Chile, Underdog: +270) vs. Gilberto Sabbatini (13-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Recife, Brazil, Favorite: -350)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'El Diablo' Santiago Rocha competes against Gilberto Sabbatini.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Franklin Mencken.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Sabbatini comes up short on a body kick and Rocha moves in with a jab and a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Rocha is off-target with a head kick and, now off balance, gets countered with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Rocha hits a right jab but doesn't get a leg kick. Sabbatini scores with a jab but can't make contact on a left head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Rocha is well off-target with a high kick and that leaves him wide open. Sabbatini attacks with a quick left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Sabbatini hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Rocha is off target with a right jab but connects with a quick head kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Covering up, Sabbatini backs off on rubbery legs! He is hurt!

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Rocha is looking to get Sabbatini in a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) He has it hooked, Sabbatini was too dazed to muster any sort of serious defensive action.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Rocha blasts Sabbatini with a big knee to the chest.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Sabbatini blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Sabbatini tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Rocha blasts Sabbatini with a big knee to the chest.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Rocha keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:05) From the clinch, Rocha drives a huge knee to the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Rocha, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Sabbatini has a large swelling on his side, it is rapidly turning an ugly shade of purple as the night wears on.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Rocha lands a right jab but has a left hand blocked. Sabbatini hits a spinning kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:40) Rocha comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 04:40) Sabbatini fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:40) Rocha can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a left roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Rocha steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Sabbatini lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Rocha throws a one-two, but Sabbatini was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Taking a few gulps of breath, Rocha is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Rocha attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Sabbatini throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 03:38) Rocha throws some strikes and a kick to the body, but Sabbatini avoids them all.

(Rd 2 - 03:20) Rocha comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:20) Sabbatini manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:20) Rocha can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Sabbatini misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Rocha comes in with a right jab and a right kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Rocha comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Rocha steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Rocha fails to land with a combo that ended with an attempted roundhouse body kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) Rocha is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Sabbatini uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Rocha hits a right jab but misses with a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Sabbatini counters a left hand with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Rocha misses a body kick attempt and allows Sabbatini to move in with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) Sabbatini uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) Rocha uses a right jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Sabbatini.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Sabbatini is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Moving forward constantly, Rocha is pressuring Sabbatini.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Sabbatini hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Rocha hits a right hand but misses with a left body kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Rocha is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:54) Sabbatini is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross. Rocha hits a jab but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Sabbatini finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Rocha doesn't connect with a right jab but lands a nice left hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) Rocha comes forward to attack.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) Sabbatini fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 03:07) Rocha can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Rocha comes forward.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Sabbatini hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Rocha throws a two-punch combo but Sabbatini avoids both.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) Rocha comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) Sabbatini hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 02:22) Rocha can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he hits a body kick.

(Rd 3 - 02:05) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:05) Sabbatini lands a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:05) Rocha lands a right jab and also hits a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Rocha falls for a clever feint.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Rocha misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Sabbatini comes in with a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Rocha looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Rocha is trying to lock Sabbatini into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Sabbatini can't fight it off and ends up caught.

(Rd 3 - 01:10) Using the clinch, Rocha hits a vicious knee to the ribs of Sabbatini.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) Rocha misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) Rocha looks very, very tired.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) From the clinch, Sabbatini gets caught with a massive knee to the chest.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Rocha tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Sabbatini isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Sabbatini looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Rocha.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Rocha is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Rocha.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) There is deep purple bruising evident on the body of Sabbatini, he must be in a lot of pain right now.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Rocha moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Sabbatini into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Rocha moves into the pocket.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Rocha throws a one-two, but Sabbatini was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Rocha forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Sabbatini lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Rocha throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) Rocha comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) Rocha avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) Rocha hits a right hand but doesn't hit the leg kick follow-up.

(Rd 4 - 03:46) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:46) Sabbatini is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 03:46) Rocha is off target with a right jab but hits a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:46) A strike has re-opened the gash underneath the eye of Rocha.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Rocha misses with a right jab but lands a right kick to the body. Sabbatini uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:03) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 4 - 02:34) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:34) Sabbatini misses with a big right hand, allowing Rocha to counter with a jab and a left hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) Rocha initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) Sabbatini hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:54) Rocha hits a right hand but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 4 - 01:42) Rocha looks totally gassed.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 4 - 01:18) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:18) Rocha tries to get Sabbatini into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:18) Rocha manages it and now controls Sabbatini by the back of the head.

(Rd 4 - 01:03) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Rocha blasts Sabbatini with a big knee to the chest.

(Rd 4 - 00:47) Rocha keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:19) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Rocha blasts Sabbatini with a big knee to the chest.

(Rd 4 - 00:04) Rocha misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Sabbatini seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Rocha, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Sabbatini winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Rocha.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Rocha lands a right jab but doesn't find the mark with a left hook. Sabbatini hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) Sabbatini finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. Rocha hits a right jab but has a left hook blocked.

(Rd 5 - 04:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:01) Sabbatini hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 5 - 04:01) Rocha lands a right jab but doesn't find the mark with a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 5 - 03:19) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 03:19) Rocha is trying to muscle Sabbatini up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:19) Rocha does it, Sabbatini is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:08) Sabbatini is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 02:58) Rocha tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Sabbatini uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched.

(Rd 5 - 02:39) Rocha is trying to force Sabbatini into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:39) Sabbatini can't fight it off and ends up caught.

(Rd 5 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:22) Using the clinch, Rocha blasts Sabbatini with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) Sabbatini blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:46) Using the clinch, Rocha blasts Sabbatini with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest.

(Rd 5 - 01:29) Sabbatini blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 01:00) From the clinch, Rocha drives a huge knee to the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 00:42) Sabbatini blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:02) Rocha breaks the Muay Thai clinch, deciding to try a different strategy.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Rocha.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse), 50-45 (Ian Rivers) and 49-46 (Franklin Mencken).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'El Diablo' Santiago Rocha!

 

 

Official Result: 'El Diablo' Santiago Rocha defeats Gilberto Sabbatini (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Santiago Rocha thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Santiago Rocha celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Noppanon On-Mo (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Thailand, Underdog: +390) vs. Yukichi "The Dog" Sato (21-15, 0-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Favorite: -500)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Noppanon On-Mo facing Yukichi 'The Dog' Sato.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kenneth Capote will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Franklin Mencken, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) On-Mo hits two left jabs and then hits Sato with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Relentlessly walking down his opponent, On-Mo comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) On-Mo confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) On-Mo throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) There's a takedown attempt from Sato.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) He has the takedown! On-Mo pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Sato lies on top of On-Mo, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Sato smothers On-Mo with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) In guard, Sato is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Sato looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) He passes guard, but On-Mo was ready and immediately starts to scramble.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) Sato ends up in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Sato tries to throw a slicing elbow, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Sato tries to cut On-Mo with a slicing elbow, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Sato is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) On-Mo tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) On-Mo scrambles to his feet, but Sato immediately drives him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) On-Mo is trapped against the cage and Sato hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Sato.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Sato comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) The takedown is successful, On-Mo pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) That's two takedowns from two attempts.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Sato fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) In guard, Sato begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) On-Mo was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Somehow, the scramble leaves On-Mo under the north-south control of Sato.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) On-Mo feels Sato attempt to shift to side control, and uses the opportunity to scoot out and scramble.

(Rd 2 - 03:20) On-Mo somehow winds up underneath the north-south control of Sato.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Sato throws some short, sharp elbows to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) On-Mo tries to move from under Sato, but can't get free.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Sato changes position, moving to side control in one fluid motion.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) Sato attempts a kimura.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) Sato gets the kimura fully applied and On-Mo has to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 01:54) Yukichi Sato takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Yukichi 'The Dog' Sato defeats Noppanon On-Mo (Submission (Kimura) in 3:06 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Yukichi Sato thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Spiridon "Bang" Domazos (5-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Thessaloniki, Greece, Underdog: +550) vs. Tom "The Bomb" Essy (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Portland, Oregon, Favorite: -700)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Spiridon 'Bang' Domazos battles Tom 'The Bomb' Essy.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Stewart Morecambe, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Essy clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Essy shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Essy looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Domazos can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Essy gains side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Essy fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Essy attempts to kimura Domazos from side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Domazos blocks it.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Essy begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) He can't get the mount as Domazos rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) Essy tries to get his hooks in, but can't.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Domazos tries to turn over.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Domazos turns Essy over, then twists so that he ends up on top in guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Domazos keeps tight to Essy, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Essy tries to sweep Domazos.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) The sweep is brilliant, flipping them over so that Essy has mount!

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Essy fires away with punches and Domazos is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 01:17) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 00:58) The winner, by TKO, is Tom 'The Bomb' Essy!

 

 

Official Result: Tom 'The Bomb' Essy defeats Spiridon 'Bang' Domazos (TKO (Strikes) in 4:02 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Tom Essy thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He is asked who he'd like to face in his next fight. He brings up the name of Yoshinobu Tanaka and says that would be an interesting fight.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Isaiah "Thump" Monroe (8-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Akron, Ohio, Favorite: -1200) vs. Erik Cunniford (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Swansea, Wales, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Isaiah 'Thump' Monroe going head to head with Erik Cunniford.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Franklin Mencken, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Monroe may have weighed in the same as Cunniford yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Monroe can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a vicious left cross!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) It's a knock out! Cunniford is down and out!

(Rd 1 - 04:41) The winner, by knock out; Isaiah Monroe!

 

 

Official Result: Isaiah 'Thump' Monroe defeats Erik Cunniford (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:19 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Isaiah Monroe thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. This was a solid performance by a marketable fighter.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Captain Patriot" Timothy McNally (10-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Manhattan, New York, Underdog: +220) vs. Tiki "Great" Britton (2-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Chicago, Illinois, Favorite: -280)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'Captain Patriot' Timothy McNally goes head to head with Tiki 'Great' Britton.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Stewart Morecambe, Reginald Wodehouse, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:49) A punch from McNally fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:44) Britton gets hold of McNally.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) With control of the clinch, Britton tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) The takedown is successful, McNally goes down.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) McNally gives up his back off the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Britton tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) McNally defends himself well against the choke.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) McNally tries to turn over and sweep Britton but can't do it.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Britton tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) McNally stops Britton from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) McNally tries to get Britton off of his back.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Britton loses the back, but scrambles back to his feet to face McNally.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) McNally confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) McNally can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Britton with a high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) McNally confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) A defensive jab hits from Britton.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) A jab lands from McNally, but Britton avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) McNally can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Britton with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Britton seizes the chance and grabs McNally into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Britton is looking to muscle McNally back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) He does so and now has McNally pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Smothered against the cage, McNally cannot get free.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) 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 - 00:25) Britton uses dirty boxing to punish McNally while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) McNally is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Britton took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) A jab hits home from McNally and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) McNally lands a left jab, but Britton evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Without taking too much damage, Britton is able to clinch with McNally.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Britton is trying to push McNally so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Britton does it, McNally is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Britton smothers McNally against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 2 - 03:52) Britton pins McNally up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) McNally is trapped against the cage and Britton punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) Unable to break free, McNally is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:00) McNally connects with a nice jab and then hits a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 01:37) McNally throws a punch but Britton was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) McNally lands a left hand and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Britton.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) McNally is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) McNally connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) Britton hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 2 - 00:45) McNally connects with a nice jab and then hits Britton with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Moving in, Britton appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) A jab is wide from McNally, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:27) Without taking too much damage, Britton is able to clinch with McNally.

(Rd 2 - 00:18) Britton uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on McNally as they grapple.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) Britton is trying to push McNally so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) Britton achieves it, pinning McNally to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Britton just about edged it.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Britton up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Britton steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) A jab hits home from McNally and then he hits Britton with a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Britton looked like he was going to shoot, but McNally simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) McNally lands a jab and then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) McNally can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Britton with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) Without taking too much damage, Britton is able to clinch with McNally.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Britton attempts to wrestle McNally to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Britton has the takedown and is left on top of a turtled up McNally.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Britton rolls McNally out of turtle position and into side control.

(Rd 3 - 03:16) Britton attempts a kimura.

(Rd 3 - 03:16) Britton gets the kimura fully applied and McNally has to tap out!

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Tiki Britton takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Tiki 'Great' Britton defeats 'Captain Patriot' Timothy McNally (Submission (Kimura) in 2:16 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Tiki Britton name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Tiki Britton says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Centurion" Ezio Gnocchi (8-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Rome, Italy, Favorite: -290) vs. Humberto "The Hit Man" Falcao (15-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Underdog: +230)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The Centurion' Ezio Gnocchi against Humberto 'The Hit Man' Falcao.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kenneth Capote is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Franklin Mencken, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Falcao slips past a right hook and counters with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Falcao can't hit a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Gnocchi goes for a leg kick but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Gnocchi misses a right hook and gets countered with a quick right jab and a left hook to the ribs that doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) The two fighters strike, but without success.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Falcao has a left hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Gnocchi is off-target with a jab and also misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Falcao has a left hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Falcao uses his good movement to dodge a couple of quick punches and a quick low kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Gnocchi lands a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Falcao lands a right jab but has a left hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Gnocchi scores with a left kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Falcao lands a right hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Gnocchi hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Showing his boxing, Falcao hits a three punch combo that ends with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Gnocchi is off target with a left jab but hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Falcao hits a right jab and also scores with a great left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Falcao attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Gnocchi throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Falcao can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Gnocchi with a left to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) It looked like we were about to see Gnocchi try and get some grappling started, but Falcao was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) A jab lands from Falcao, but a big left to the body fails to find the target.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Gnocchi, but Falcao was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Falcao throws three punches, but Gnocchi defended successfully against them all.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) For the first time, Falcao is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Falcao steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Gnocchi tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Falcao throws three punches, but Gnocchi defended successfully against them all.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Falcao steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Falcao moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Gnocchi.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) A jab hits home from Falcao and then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Falcao can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There are some audible boos from the crowd, that wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Falcao took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:52) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Falcao steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Gnocchi hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) A successful feint leaves Gnocchi vulnerable.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) A one-two from Falcao fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:14) Falcao misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Falcao is off-target with two jabs and also misses a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Gnocchi misses with a left jab and also misses a high kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) Falcao comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) Gnocchi misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) Falcao fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Gnocchi with a straight left.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Falcao appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Falcao lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Gnocchi hits a wicked right uppercut!

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Falcao is knocked down!

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Without hesitation, Gnocchi goes to finish Falcao off with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 2 - 02:00) Gnocchi is too slow and Falcao gets back to his feet.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Gnocchi counters a left hand with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Falcao, who looks very tired, gets grabbed by Gnocchi.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Gnocchi is trying to push Falcao so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Falcao isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Gnocchi grabs an arm and tries and pull Falcao down to the ground into his guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Gnocchi gets it, Falcao is now trapped in his guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:04) Falcao doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 2 - 01:04) Gnocchi tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Falcao.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) Falcao pounds away on Gnocchi but can't land anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Gnocchi gets the double underhooks in and pulls Falcao close, controlling him well.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Falcao tries to pound on Gnocchi, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 00:01) From his back, Gnocchi manages to pull Falcao toward the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:01) Using the cage, Gnocchi tries to walk up, but cannot break the control of Falcao and is left sitting, pressed against the wall.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Gnocchi.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Gnocchi misses with a big right hand, allowing Falcao to counter with a jab and a left hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Falcao steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Gnocchi fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Falcao lands a right jab but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Looking very tired, Falcao clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Gnocchi is looking to muscle Falcao back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Falcao doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Gnocchi tries to wrestle Falcao backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Gnocchi manages it and controls Falcao up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:12) Gnocchi smothers Falcao against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) Gnocchi uses dirty boxing to punish Falcao while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:47) Falcao is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 02:31) Gnocchi uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 02:20) Gnocchi smothers Falcao against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:20) Blood is visible on Falcao, a strike appears to to have opened up a nasty cut on the scalp.

(Rd 3 - 02:05) Gnocchi smothers Falcao against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 01:46) Gnocchi scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Gnocchi hits Falcao, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) Gnocchi is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Gnocchi uses a left jab but is well off target with a head kick. Falcao scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) Falcao comes forward.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) Gnocchi lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) Falcao can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) From the looks of things, I don't think Falcao has much energy left.

(Rd 3 - 00:25) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:25) Gnocchi lands a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 00:25) Falcao is off target with a right jab but hits a good left hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Gnocchi scores with a jab but is well off target with a head kick.

(Rd 3 - 00:04) Falcao lands a right jab and also lands a nice left hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Falcao.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Falcao ahead 29-28.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Falcao.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:52) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Falcao hits a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:52) Gnocchi hits a jab and also lands a low kick.

(Rd 4 - 04:33) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:33) Gnocchi misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Falcao attacks with a jab and a left hook that is ducked.

(Rd 4 - 04:19) Looking very tired, Falcao isn't able to resist being pulled into a clinch by Gnocchi.

(Rd 4 - 04:19) Falcao gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Gnocchi uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 4 - 04:02) Gnocchi tries to wrestle Falcao backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:02) He does so and now has Falcao pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:49) Falcao is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 03:37) Falcao is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 03:25) Gnocchi smothers Falcao against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Gnocchi pins Falcao up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 02:56) Gnocchi smothers Falcao against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Gnocchi smothers Falcao against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:23) Gnocchi uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) Falcao is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Falcao looks exhausted.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Gnocchi smothers Falcao against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 4 - 01:47) Referee Kenneth Capote thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:47) Gnocchi appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 4 - 01:35) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 01:35) Gnocchi dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Gnocchi is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Gnocchi is looking to muscle Falcao back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Falcao doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Gnocchi is trying to muscle Falcao up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Gnocchi does it, Falcao is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:51) Gnocchi tries to knee Falcao, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:24) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:24) Falcao misses a left hook and gets countered with a jab and a kick to the leg.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Gnocchi.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Gnocchi uses a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Falcao hits a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:30) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 5 - 04:16) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Falcao hits a jab but finds his left cross blocked.

(Rd 5 - 03:56) Gnocchi lands a one-two.

(Rd 5 - 03:43) Falcao is limping slightly.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Falcao comes forward, walking down Gnocchi.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Gnocchi hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Falcao throws a two-punch combo but Gnocchi avoids both.

(Rd 5 - 03:03) Falcao hits a right hand, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 5 - 02:49) Gnocchi gets hold of Falcao.

(Rd 5 - 02:40) With control of the clinch, Gnocchi tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 02:40) Gnocchi doesn't get it, Falcao blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) With control of the clinch, Gnocchi tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) It's unsuccessful, Falcao maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Gnocchi looks very, very tired.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Gnocchi seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart.

(Rd 5 - 01:48) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 01:48) Gnocchi counters a left hand with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 01:36) Falcao is limping slightly.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Falcao lands a jab and then hits Gnocchi with a straight left.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) Falcao is limping slightly.

(Rd 5 - 01:04) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 01:04) Gnocchi misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 01:04) Falcao finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) Falcao lands a one-two.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) Gnocchi lands a left jab and also hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 5 - 00:29) Falcao limps pretty heavily as he circles around.

(Rd 5 - 00:20) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:20) Gnocchi finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two. Falcao hits a two-punch combination, a quick right and a straight left.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Falcao came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 48-47 (Ian Rivers), 48-47 (Franklin Mencken) and 49-46 (Johnny Beerbohm).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) 'The Centurion' Ezio Gnocchi is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Centurion' Ezio Gnocchi defeats Humberto 'The Hit Man' Falcao (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ezio Gnocchi thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and he responds by calling out Shaun Dico, saying he will kick his ass.

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Emile Rachal (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Hamburg, Germany, Underdog: +120) vs. Joey "Hands" Valdez (10-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Mexico City, Mexico, Favorite: -160)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Emile Rachal takes on Joey 'Hands' Valdez.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Franklin Mencken, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Valdez comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Valdez moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Rachal.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Showing good hand speed, Valdez lands three out of a flurry of three punches and then he hits Rachal with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Valdez comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Rachal hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Valdez lands four of four quick punches and then he catches Rachal with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Valdez slips past a right hook and counters with quick jabs that are followed by a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) It looks like Rachal has been cut above the eye.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Rachal lands a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Valdez throws five quick punches and lands three of them but finds a big left hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Valdez comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Rachal misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Attacking with a quick flurry, Valdez lands three of five punches and then he hits Rachal with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Rachal misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Valdez attacks with a quick right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Valdez comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Valdez looks to pressure Rachal, stepping into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Showing good hand speed, Valdez lands two out of a flurry of four punches but can't connect with a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Rachal lands a left jab and also scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Valdez lands two jabs and also hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Valdez hits a right hand. Rachal is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) The clock is stopped as referee Leo Behan wants to check the cut on Rachal.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Referee Leo Behan brings them to the center and we're back underway!

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Rachal lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Showing good technique, Valdez lands four quick jabs and follows with a nice left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Rachal dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a powerful straight right that landed cleanly!

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Valdez wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Rachal quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Valdez!

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Rachal is too slow though, and Valdez is back up.

(Rd 1 - 00:30) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Valdez, but only a 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Valdez hits a couple of jabs and also scores with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Rachal scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Glaring at Valdez, Rachal motions for him to come on and attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Valdez rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:26) Rachal misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Valdez attacks with a pair of right jabs that are followed by a left hand to the body that is too short.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) For the first time, Valdez is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) Rachal goes to the body with a left kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) Valdez lands three of a flurry of quick punches but doesn't find the mark with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:14) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:14) Valdez slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a few quick right jabs that are followed by a solid left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Valdez dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with quick jabs that are followed by a left hook that is ducked.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) There's no question that Rachal is getting badly outstruck so far in this fight.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) However, he has enough power in his hands that it would only take one shot to end this fight.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) Valdez hits a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) Rachal lands a left jab and also lands a powerful right hook!

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Valdez wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Without hesitation, Rachal goes to finish Valdez off with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Rachal is too slow and Valdez gets back to his feet.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Rachal misses with a big right hand, allowing Valdez to counter with a sequence of jabs that are followed by a good left hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a fun round to watch.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Valdez.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Valdez up 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:52) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:52) Valdez counters a right hand with a pair of jabs that are followed by a left cross that just misses.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Valdez attacks with three quick punches and lands two of them but misses a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:33) Rachal nails a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Rachal uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Valdez lands three of a flurry of quick punches but only finds gloves with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:21) Rachal is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Rachal lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Valdez hits a couple of jabs but fails on a hook attempt to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) Rachal hits a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:50) Showing his fast hands, Valdez lands a four strike combination that ends with a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) Covering up, Rachal backs off until pressed up against the cage! He is hurt!

(Rd 3 - 02:25) Valdez smashes Rachal with a spinning back fist to the jaw! Down he goes!

(Rd 3 - 02:13) Valdez senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!

(Rd 3 - 02:13) Valdez can't get there fast enough though, Rachal is already back up.

(Rd 3 - 01:54) Switching to a traditional stance, Valdez gets ready to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:41) Valdez comes in fast with four quick punches, landing three of them, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 01:23) Valdez is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:41) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:30) Valdez clinches up, looking shattered.

(Rd 3 - 00:30) Rachal tries to take Valdez down.

(Rd 3 - 00:30) It's unsuccessful, Valdez maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) Rachal looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) It's unsuccessful, Valdez maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Valdez, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Rachal will be able to take the victory without a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:53) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Valdez lands two jabs and also lands a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:53) Rachal is off-target with a jab but hits a good right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Valdez slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a pair of jabs that are followed by a big left hand that just misses.

(Rd 4 - 04:25) Seeing that Valdez looks shattered, Rachal easily pulls him into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:25) Valdez attempts to wrestle Rachal to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 04:25) Valdez can't get Rachal down to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Valdez tries to take Rachal down.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) It's unsuccessful, Rachal maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Valdez looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Valdez and Rachal break the grapple and are apart again, circling.

(Rd 4 - 03:25) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) Valdez studies his opponent, looking pretty relaxed and confident at this point.

(Rd 4 - 02:56) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:56) Rachal misses a right hook and gets countered with a pair of jabs that are followed by a solid left hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) Rachal misses with a big right hand, allowing Valdez to counter with a couple of jabs that are followed by a good left hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) Valdez rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Rachal scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 4 - 02:09) Valdez hits a punch but doesn't connect with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:42) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:42) Valdez dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a vicious left cross!

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Rachal is knocked down!

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Valdez quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Rachal!

(Rd 4 - 01:29) Valdez pounds away and Rachal struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 4 - 01:09) In a very smart play, Rachal waits for Valdez to over-commit and then sweeps him sharply, creating a scramble for position.

(Rd 4 - 01:09) The scramble ends with both fighters back on their feet, facing each other.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) Rachal is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 4 - 00:38) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 00:38) Valdez lands four quick punches.

(Rd 4 - 00:38) Rachal lands a left jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:20) Valdez looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) Valdez nails two quick punches from a flurry and then lands a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) Rachal hits a jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round certainly got the fans going.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Valdez.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Rachal is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) You can tell that Valdez has taken some heavy shots, his face is showing signs of beginning to swell.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:50) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Valdez slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a left cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Rachal uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Valdez as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) Rachal uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Valdez as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) Rachal is trying to push Valdez so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) Valdez ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Rachal is looking really tired.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Rachal smothers Valdez against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Rachal pins Valdez up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) Valdez is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 03:00) Rachal goes to use some dirty boxing, but Valdez is aware of the danger and uses wrestling to prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 5 - 02:40) Valdez waits for Rachal to try and throw some strikes and quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Rachal misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 01:36) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:36) Rachal misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Valdez comes in with a couple of jabs that are followed by a left hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) Clinched with Rachal, Valdez looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 5 - 01:22) It's unsuccessful, Rachal maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 5 - 01:08) Valdez looks exhausted.

(Rd 5 - 01:08) Valdez looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 01:08) Rachal blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) Rachal looks to take Valdez down with a trip.

(Rd 5 - 00:38) It's unsuccessful, Valdez maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Rachal and Valdez break the grapple and are apart again, circling.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Valdez.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Joey 'Hands' Valdez!

 

 

Official Result: Joey 'Hands' Valdez defeats Emile Rachal (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Joey Valdez gives a name-check to everyone at Camp Ortega, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He praises Rachal for a tough fight. He gave a charismatic performance.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Sojuro Iriye (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Kinki, Japan, Favorite: -480) vs. Wade "The Mantis" LeCavalier (28-16, 0-0 CTC, From: Gracefield, Quebec, Underdog: +380)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Sojuro Iriye battles Wade 'The Mantis' LeCavalier in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kenneth Capote will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Iriye clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) During the introductions, LeCavalier gets some last minute words of wisdom from his corner.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:53) There's a takedown attempt from Iriye.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) He has the takedown! LeCavalier pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Iriye pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Iriye looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) He passes guard, but LeCavalier was ready and immediately starts to scramble.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) The scramble somehow results in LeCavalier underneath Iriye in north-south position.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Iriye looks like he is attempting a north-south choke.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) The choke is fully sunk in, LeCavalier has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 03:34) By submission, the winner is Sojuro Iriye!

 

 

Official Result: Sojuro Iriye defeats Wade 'The Mantis' LeCavalier (Submission (North South Choke) in 1:26 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Sojuro Iriye name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Visibly delighted, Sojuro Iriye celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Motoyuki "Devil" Matsumara (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Underdog: +140) vs. Reed "Night Crawler" Howlett (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Alberta, Canada, Favorite: -180)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Motoyuki 'Devil' Matsumara battles Reed 'Night Crawler' Howlett in the CTC Middleweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Ian Rivers, and Franklin Mencken.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Matsumara comes in to engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Howlett connects with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Matsumara uses a left jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Howlett stands ready as Matsumara moves in.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Matsumara misses with a big right hand, allowing Howlett to counter with a quick left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Howlett lets Matsumara step in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Matsumara misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Howlett to attack with a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Matsumara comes in to engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Howlett finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Matsumara is off-target with a jab but connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Moving forward, Matsumara looks to strike. Howlett stands ready.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Matsumara hits a jab but fails on a hook attempt to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Howlett lands a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Howlett lets Matsumara step in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Howlett is off-target with a jab but scores with a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Matsumara doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a stinging right high kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) That last shot may have done some damage, Howlett backs off until against the cage and tries to cover up! He looks dazed and unsteady!

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Getting a good grip, Matsumara drives a knee into the face of Howlett...and knocks him out!

(Rd 1 - 02:56) The winner, by knock out; Motoyuki Matsumara!

 

 

Official Result: Motoyuki 'Devil' Matsumara defeats Reed 'Night Crawler' Howlett (Knock Out (Knee) in 2:04 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Motoyuki Matsumara thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and he responds by calling out Vivinho, saying he will kick his ass.

 

 

Attendance: 162

Gate Reciepts: $16,751

Sponsorship: $24,261

Ad Revenue: $206,355

PPV Revenue: $16,896

Merchandise: $4,015

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $130,470)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Motoyukio Matsumara       $18,240      Reed Howlett             $11,950      FotN: Both: $10,000
                                                                             KotN: Matsumara: $5,000
Sojuro Iriye              $7,880       Wade LeCavalier          $1,820       Perf: Iriye: $5,000
Joey Valdez               $3,060       Emile Rachal             $2,080
Ezio Gnocchi              $3,960       Humberto Falcao          $1,690
Tiki Britton              $2,520       Timothy McNally          $3,380
Isaiah Monroe             $7,700       Erik Cunniford           $130         Perf: Monroe: $5,000
Tom Essy                  $2,880       Spiridon Domazos         $1,820
Yukichi Sato              $2,520       Noppanon On-Mo           $1,820
Santiago Rocha            $2,340       Gilberto Sabbatini       $2,860
Suezo Takasugi            $7,340       Yasutaro Beppu           $2,080       SotN: Takasugi: $5,000
Yoshinobu Tanaka          $3,450       Branko Alilovic          $1,300
Artak Gevor               $2,100       Richard Smith            $1,400
Mario Varela              $2,100       French Dancer            $1,300
Hans-Peter Schneider      $3,300       Ralph Kohl               $2,200
Drazen Gabelich           $2,100       Chaz Babish              $1,400
Mogens Leerback           $7,550       Ramin Rostami            $1,600       Perf: Leerback: $5,000
Edu Gattai                $2,400       Edward Paulson           $1,100
Inacio Barroso            $1,350       Franz Ludwig             $1,300
Kei Sakakibara            $2,100       Bernard Blue             $1,400
Reggie Barbera            $1,950       Kirkor Yengibaryan       $1,000

 

 

Drug Testing: $22,520

Production: $94,318

 

Profit: $20,970

 

Critical Rating: 74%

Commercial Rating: 35%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              -1.0%             51.0% (Mid Level Regional)
USA                 -2.4%             55.9% (Mid Level Regional)
UK                  -1.5%             68.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Europe              -0.3%             34.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           -1.4%             53.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               -0.1%             46.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                -0.5%             33.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              -0.3%             33.9% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              -0.2%             27.2% (Low Level Regional)
South America       -0.8%             37.9% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +0.4%             18.5% (Low Level Regional)
Africa              +0.4%             9.8% (Low Level Regional)

News

- OzCast has lodged a complaint about the lack of star power in the main event of the show.

- Ralph Kohl took a lot of damage in his loss to Hans-Peter Schneider, as evidenced by the fact he had to spend the night in hospital. He was released in the morning after being checked out and sufficiently rehydrated.

- Kei Sakakibara suffered a broken nose in his victory over Bernard Blue, and will miss a week of training. This should not affect his ability to continue in the tournament.

- The following fighters have been cut from the CTC roster following their elimination from the tournament: Emile Rachal, Humberto Falcao, Timothy McNally, Erik Cunniford, Spiridon Domazos, Noppanon On-Mo, Gilberto Sabbatini, Yasutaro Beppu, Branko Alilovic, Richard Smith, Ralph Kohl, Chaz Babish, Ramin Rostami, Edward Paulson, Franz Ludwig, Bernard Blue, and Kirkor Yengibaryan.

- The services of Reed Howlett, Wade LeCavalier, and French Dancer have been retained per Canadian Fighter Rules.

- Drug Test Results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 16, and all fighters tested clean.

- Drug Test Results are back for Canadian Tournament Combat 17, and Pip Mercurial has tested positive for recreational drugs. He will be suspended for 1 year, and his victory over Andrew Rush has been converted to a No Contest. He has also been released by the CTC. Meiji Hagiwara also failed a test for recreational drugs after his loss to Chaim Alexievitch. He will serve a year suspension. Since he lost his fight, he was already released.

- The CTC were unable to convince Andrew Rush to return to the company, and re-enter the tournament. So strong Canadian prospect Ethan Sutton will re-enter the bracket in the place of Pip Mercurial to face Julio Gutierrez in the Second Round.

- CTC Welterweight competitor Jack Humphreys will no longer be training with Mean Machines following a bust-up with fellow member Wink Deschanel. There was a heated conversation that ended with Humphreys striking out.

- CTC Bantamweight competitor Roddy Wickham has quit training with Team Gorshin following a bitter argument with fellow member Brad Wyman. The simmering tension between the two boiled over into a dramatic confrontation that ended with Wickham storming out.

- CTC Middleweight competitior Matthew Dean will be training at Halvorsen's for his next fight. As far as is known, this will not be a long-term situation, he's just looking for some fresh training methods.

- The Drug Test results have come back for Canadian Tournament Combat 18, and all fighters tested clean.

- The Drug Test results have come back for Canadian Tournament Combat 19, and all fighters tested clean.

- CTC Middleweight competitior Reed Howlett has left Strike Force following his knock out loss to Motoyuki Matsumara, he feels he needs to shake up his training.

- CTC Welterweight competitor Bussho Maruyama has begun training with Tiger Claw Academy for his next fight, and may stay longer if things go well. He feels his time with the team will quickly improve his ground game.

- CTC Middleweight competitor Ukyo Narita is training with Snake Temple to prepare for his next fight. He has joined the team on a temporary basis, hoping to hone his wrestling skills.

- CTC Womens Bantamweight competitor Serena Hill has joined Strike Force to train for her next fight. She said she thinks joining the team will improve her striking game.

- ALPHA-1 and BCF have both closed their Lightweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

- KDM FC have closed their Bantamweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

- CTC Cruiserweight competitor Percy Catcher has joined Rob Baines Fighting on a temporary basis. He says he thinks the team will help sharpen his wrestling skills.

- CTC Light Heavyweight competitor Kendall Tracey has quit Montreal Fight Sciences after a bitter argument with fellow member Foggy Lee. A long simmering tension between the two ended with a dramatic confrontation and Tracey storming out.

- CTC Middleweight competitor Wes Hersch has joined Team Gorshin, and is excited at the prospect of a training shake-up. He is expected to stay at the team long-term.

- CTC Lightweight competitor Irving Braun has joined Leamington Spa Muay Thai, but is not expected to remain there long-term. He said he thinks joining the team will improve his striking game.

- XCC have cut their Bantamweight class due to a lack of available fighters.

- CTC Light Heavyweight competitor Magno Peres Arruda has confirmed he will be training with House of Pain for his next fight, and might stay if things go well. He hopes joining the team will enable him to rapidly improve his ground game.

- CTC Featherweight fighter Lars Bohlin has joined Euro Team Thunder to prepare for his next fight, and may stick around if things go well. He hopes the team will help improve his striking ability.

- CTC Featherweight fighter Roger Bean has joined Montreal Fight Sciences, and expects it to be his long term base of operations. He says he hope the team will help strengthen his wrestling skills.

- GAMMA have cut their Lightweight class due to lack of available fighters.

- The Canadian economy is about to enter a terrible slump that could last a couple years.

- CTC Middleweight competitor Ramon da Silva Ramos has joined Combat Team Curitiba to prepare for his next fight, and may stay there if things go well. He hopes that joining the team will help improve his wrestling ability.

- WEFF have closed their Flyweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

- CTC Super Heavyweight Competitor Palmer Lette has been spotted training at Dragon's Lair Gym. He joined the team to shake up his training methods, but is not expected to remain long-term.

- CTC Welterweight Competitor Will Kane has joined Bulldog Gym to train for his next fight. He is looking for fresh training methods, but is not likely to remain long-term.

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

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Predictions

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Confirmed Matches For CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round (Round of 128)

Matthew Dean vs. Chesney Brightman

Casim Yenkini vs. Ollie Castle

Leonardo da Costa vs. Glenn Pimm

Kadonomaro Deguchi vs. Saemon Endo

Zaco vs. Wesley Sneep

Thomas Smith vs. Heath Kaladaris

Jaromir Grygera vs. Ukyo Narita

Atsutane Akera vs. Osi Lewis

Adam White vs. Leandro Bastos

Davis Spyrou vs. Esteban Vega

Mario de Souza vs. Jason Pilgrim

Stuart Strange vs. Wederson de Oliveira

Heiji Endo vs. Jackson Goode

Ginger Beaumont vs. Tore Herlovsen

JJ Reid vs. Nate Dawes

Marinho Gomes vs. Jemaine McKenzie

Carlos da Guia vs. Billy Russell

Julio Gutierrez vs. Ethan Sutton

Kojuro Kudo vs. Moe Muschin

Maarten de Vries vs. Osvald Kikkas

Fjodor Kanchelskis vs. Rodrigo de Mello

Ramon da Silva Ramos vs. Rhys Buck

Henning Olsen vs. Brendon Nicol

Genki Shinashi vs. Bill Brown

Braulio Moura vs. Frederico Vergara

Wes Hersch vs. Mortimer Greenfell

Carl Ratcliffe vs. Toshiaki Ukiyo

Hiroshige Shiga vs. Ojay Houghley

Osmosis Benn vs. Jordan Flintstone

Yaichiro Takahama vs. Augustus Shorrock

Sutton Ripley vs. Chaim Alexievich

Vivinho vs. Vlad Kogan

Joaquim Fontes vs. Gordy Gallant

Ivor Orr vs. Keith Plaice

Dexter Darling vs. Blaze Weeks

Dwayne Alleyne vs. Gavin Marshall

Neil Napier vs. Barrett Fforde

Ademir Coelho vs. Pepe

Ashley Ballard vs. Tony Legg

Eriverton Laurentino vs. Edgar Van Den Hoogenband

Mal Phe Roby vs. Ali Pyke

Thorbjorn Rekdal vs. Derren Barton

Tadao Miyazaki vs. Hayato Koga

Petey Mack vs. Tsunesaburo Baisotei

Rob Baines vs. Dennis Gallagher

Michihito Yamazaki vs. Snuffy Fontana

Bambang Sriyanto vs. Kramer Mayweather

Woody Fierstein vs. Shaun Dico

Ieyoshi Yamashita vs. Reggie Barbera

Ezio Gnocchi vs. Drazen Gabelich

Kyuwa Ito vs. Kei Sakakibara

Juro Fukazawa vs. Inacio Barroso

Thais Antonio Taffarel vs. Sojuro Iriye

Tiki Britton vs. Joey Valdez

Patrick Thomas vs. Yukichi Sato

Jakuchu Abe vs. Tom Essy

Tora Mizwar vs. Suezo Takasugi

Hans-Peter Schneider vs. Artak Gevor

Harunobu Oshiro vs. Edu Gattai

Shuncho Sakurai vs. Isaiah Monroe

Buddy Garner vs. Santiago Rocha

Motoyuki Matsumara vs. Mogens Leerback

Fernando Amaro vs. Mario Varela

Tetsuji Myojin vs. Yoshinobu Tanaka

[CageRage]

Round of 128 Schedule

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 20

Date: Friday, Week 1, May 2002

Tournament: CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Jin Katou vs. Leon Banks

Co-Main Event: Sho Kitabatake vs. Magno Peres Arruda

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 21

Date: Saturday, Week 1, May 2002

Tournament: CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Zvonimir Asanovic vs. Makhak Kirakosyan

Co-Main Event: Aleksei Chekhov vs. Joshua Hope

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 22

Date: Friday, Week 2, May 2002

Tournament: CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Tadamasa Yamada vs. Marcos Maciel

Co-Main Event: Raul Hughes vs. Titi Stringer

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 23

Date: Saturday, Week 2, May 2002

Tournament: CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Anthony LeToussier vs. Dean Capers

Co-Main Event: Mike Watson vs. Wink Deschanel

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 24

Date: Friday, Week 3, May 2002

Tournament: CTC Womens Flyweight Championship Tournament First Round

Tournament: CTC Womens Bantamweight Championship Tournament First Round

Number of Fights: 13 Total (6 Womens Flyweight, 7 Womens Bantamweight)

Main Event: Steph Smith vs. Catherine Davis

Co-Main Event: Rhonda Britton vs. Akemi Satou

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 25

Date: Friday, Week 4, May 2002

Tournament: CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Sukarno vs. Owen Oggleberry-Pipp

Co-Main Event: Go Yamamoto vs. Grande Silveira

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 26

Date: Saturday, Week 4, May 2002

Tournament: CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Brandon Sugar vs. Shuji Oshiro

Co-Main Event: Luke Hilton vs. Shusui Ikoma

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 27

Date: Friday, Week 1, June 2002

Tournament: CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Heikichi Shimizu vs. Julian Beals

Co-Main Event: Jake Keane vs. Nathan Wyles

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 28

Date: Saturday, Week 1, June 2002

Tournament: CTC Lightweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Sean Morrison vs. Cole Moor

Co-Main Event: Luis Basora vs. Charles Stiles

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 29

Date: Friday, Week 2, June 2002

Tournament: CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Philip Ziskie vs. Tommy Ray

Co-Main Event: Sammy Gaffigan vs. Clint Royle

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 30

Date: Saturday, Week 2, June 2002

Tournament: CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Li-Kong Ho vs. Taizoh Chung Man

Co-Main Event: Lamont Banner vs. Ned Butterfield

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 31

Date: Friday, Week 3, June 2002

Tournament: CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Tomohiro Takeuchi vs. Hercules Zerbini

Co-Main Event: Easton Frye vs. Benoit LeMarche

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 32

Date: Saturday, Week 3, June 2002

Tournament: CTC Featherweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Lars Bohlin vs. Quincy McGarry

Co-Main Event: Luiz Machade vs. Chan Siu-wei

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 33

Date: Friday, Week 4, June 2002

Tournament: CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round

Number of Fights: 20

Main Event: Rav Kapur vs. Vittorio Pescatelli

Co-Main Event: Ari Peltonen vs. John Rivero

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 34

Date: Saturday, Week 4, June 2002

Tournament: CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round

Number of Fights: 20

Main Event: Murilo Satinho vs. Paulo Boas

Co-Main Event: Stafford Alois vs. Pai Cheng

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 35

Date: Sunday, Week 4, June 2002

Tournament: CTC Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round

Number of Fights: 19

Main Event: Tim Boyer vs. Joss Wiltshire

Co-Main Event: Gladstone Lopes vs. Kevin Portman

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 36

Date: Friday, Week 1, July 2002

Tournament: CTC Cruiserweight Championship Tournament First Round

Tournament: CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round

Number of Fights: 14 Total (7 Cruiserweight, 7 Super Heavyweight)

Main Event: Log Drake vs. Don Norman

Co-Main Event: Tiago da Paixao vs. Keaton Spratt

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 37

Date: Saturday, Week 1, July 2002

Tournament: CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round

Number of Fights: 14

Main Event: Bruno Doman vs. Marmaduke Chuffnell

Co-Main Event: Kiyomori Sanda vs. Fatty Tarbuckle

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 38

Date: Sunday, Week 1, July 2002

Tournament: CTC Super Heavyweight Championship Tournament First Round

Number of Fights: 13

Main Event: Davey Rushton vs. Hugo Filiou

Co-Main Event: Korekiyo Okuma vs. Hans Gorner

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 39

Date: Friday, Week 2, July 2002

Tournament: CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Yeijiro Yamamoto vs. Jonathan Huang

Co-Main Event: Noach Van Der Capellen vs. Phil Ball

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 40

Date: Saturday, Week 2, July 2002

Tournament: CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Nathan Chambers vs. Danny Rowan

Co-Main Event: Ichisake Miyagi vs. Michihiro Kodera

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 41

Date: Friday, Week 3, July 2002

Tournament: CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Julio Regueiro vs. Mily Golovanov

Co-Main Event: Bobby Brubaker vs. Guy Moss

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 42

Date: Saturday, Week 3, July 2002

Tournament: CTC Welterweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Manuel Silva vs. Houston George

Co-Main Event: Rufus Stephens vs. Jungo Futagawa

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 43

Date: Friday, Week 4, July 2002

Tournament: CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Matthew Dean vs. Chesney Brightman

Co-Main Event: Heiji Endo vs. Jackson Goode

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 44

Date: Saturday, Week 4, July 2002

Tournament: CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Carlos da Guia vs. Billy Russell

Co-Main Event: Braulio Moura vs. Frederico Vergara

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 45

Date: Friday, Week 1, August 2002

Tournament: CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Mal Phe Roby vs. Ali Pyke

Co-Main Event: Dexter Darling vs. Blaze Weeks

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 46

Date: Saturday, Week 1, August 2002

Tournament: CTC Middleweight Championship Tournament Second Round

Number of Fights: 16

Main Event: Buddy Garner vs. Santiago Rocha

Co-Main Event: Patrick Thomas vs. Yukichi Sato

[CageRage]

 

 

Friday, Week 1, May 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Tsunami" Jin Katou (22-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #1, Favorite: -1200) vs. "The Street Fighter" Leon Banks (33-15, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #129, Underdog: +950)

Jin Katou is one of the biggest names in Japanese MMA, and has become famous for his will to win and string of victories over foreign fighters. His punching power is his biggest weapon, but people often forget that he is a terrific wrestler with dangerous ground and pound and submission skills too. He is probably most known for his fierce rivalry with Tadamasa Yamada, having beaten Yamada twice for the ALPHA-1 Light Heavyweight Title, but losing the belt to Yamada in the second fight. After winning the belt back from Yamada, he successfully defended it against Zvonimir Asanobic, and Sho Kitabatake before leaving ALPHA-1 to compete in the tournament. Leon Banks is a veteran of Mixed Martial Arts, and at one point was one of the most feared Heavyweights around due to his knock out power and ruthless attitude to fighting. He had lost much of his aura due to a series of defeats, but bounced back with a first round TKO victory over Justin Brannagh in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Alekos Karabatsos vs. Murray O'Hare in the Third Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Sho Kitabatake (18-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #9, Favorite: -1200) vs. Magno Peres Arruda (11-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #137, Underdog: +950)

Sho Kitabatake is a hulking man, already a superstar in Japan well before he made his MMA debut, being a highly successful judoka who represented Japan at the Olympics. His combination of size, strength, and excellent grappling make him a huge threat to anyone. ALPHA-1 avoided putting him against top-tier opposition for many years, fearful of tarnishing his pro record and box office appeal, but in his last fight with ALPHA-1 he finally met Jin Katou for the ALPHA-1 Light Heavyweight title, and was knocked out in the fourth round after an absolute war. Magno Peres Arruda is a good striker known for his powerful kicks, who came to MMA after a successful spell as a kick boxer. He has the ability to cause problems for anyone in a stand-up battle, but his inability to cope with grappling or Jiu-Jitsu is a huge weakness. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a brutal first round knock out victory over Trevion Chymes in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Eisaku Nozaki vs. Jacob Matthaus in the Third Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Blood Spirit" Hyun-Shik Lim (15-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #16, Favorite: -540) vs. Carlos dos Santos (15-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #144, Underdog: +430)

Hyun-Shik Lim is a fighter with a huge following in his home of South Korea. He is a fearsome striker whose never-say-die attitude and savage attacks have made him extremely popular. He joined ALPHA-1 in 1998 and has since proven to be an extremely dangerous and durable opponent, his only two defeats have come to truly elite level fighters, Zvonimir Asanovic, and Sho Kitabatake. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Elgar in his last fight. Carlos dos Santos is a Light Heavyweight from Brazil who is best known for his years in FLB. Something of a flat track bully, dos Santos is fully capable of handing out beatings to lesser fighters but has always been beaten fairly easily when he has come up against truly top tier opponents. He took only 33 seconds to submit Kunihiko Nakazawa in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jiroemon Hasegawa vs. Gavriil Sviridov in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Hollywood" Ricky Heath (16-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #33, Favorite: -550) vs. Michael "Salvador" Dali (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #161, Underdog: +430)

Ricky Heath is a respected Light Heavyweight competitor, who is a solid kick boxer who is willing to stand and trade with anyone in the sport. Not good enough to trouble the elite, Heath has recently been more of a gatekeeper for the GAMMA Light Heavyweight Division. He is coming off back-to-back losses to Junior Patinkin and Anthony LeToussier in GAMMA. Michael Dali learned his trade in prison, where he spent most of his time in solitary confinement for being violent to guards and other prisoners. With nothing to do but exercise, he owns a number of records in strength and fitness. Upon his release he honed his skills in illegal bare knuckle boxing, he then turned to MMA in the hopes of making real money. He scored a first round knock out over Oscarino Baptista in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ryosei Sakamoto vs. Koenraad Belien in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Bad Element" Curt Kitson (14-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #17, Favorite: -1200) vs. "The Battering Ram" Andranik Paletilolu (17-10, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #145, Underdog: +950)

Curt Kitson is an extremely tough and versatile Scottish fighter who is one of the very best MMA competitors to ever come out of the United Kingdom. Although a good amateur boxer, his main weapon is actually his Judo, not only has it given him highly advanced grappling skills, but he has successfully adapted it to make him very dangerous on the ground. A dominant, unbeaten BCF Light Heavyweight champion, Kitson stepped up in competition by moving to ALPHA-1 in 2001, only to use his undefeated status on his debut when Zvonimir Asanovic outfought him. Andranik Paletilolu at first glance looks like he's little more than a washed up fighter, he has a belly, and looks like he's going through the motions, and he hardly looks mobile. While it's true he'll never be Athlete of the Year, he is far from a joke, he is tough as old leather, has surprising cardio, and strikes with power. He won a Unanimous Decision over Pete Shilton in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Bill Cumming vs. Conor Houghton in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Lethal" Lenny McFadden (14-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #8, Favorite: -540) vs. Gustavo Spagnol (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #121, Underdog: +430)

Lenny McFadden is a proud Scotsman, and a powerful wrestler who can stand and bang if necessary. A BCF mainstay, McFadden has been rapidly improving since his early days with the company and is now firmly established as one of the biggest draws they have. He became Light Heavyweight champion in his last fight, winning the belt in front of a rabid hometown crowd with a second round TKO of Garry McSweegan. Gustavo Spagnol is one of the best ground and pound artists in the entire world, and his tactics revolve almost entirely around his fantastic takedowns and vicious strikes from on top. The rest of his MMA game is pretty unexceptional, but he is so good at his specialty that it hardly matters. He won by first round TKO over Kleber Pereira in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Garry McSweegan vs. Neville Granville in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Monster Moto" Ryosei Sakamoto (14-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #32, Favorite: -650) vs. Koenraad Belien (10-6, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #97, Underdog: +510)

Ryosei Sakamoto is a former amateur wrestling stand-out who now uses his excellent takedown ability to set opponents up for his nasty ground and pound. He is a little on the limited side in other aspects of MMA, but is good enough at what he does to make him a problematic opponent to face. At one point he had a 13-0 record, mostly in ALPHA-1 against decent competition, and was being talked about as a title contender, but Zvonimir Asanovic obliterated him in under 30 seconds in 2000 and put paid to that idea. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Osamu Dan. Koenraad Belien is a ground and pound specialist, who is adept at stopping opponents from top position by blasting them with punches and elbows. His stand-up is limited and is his biggest weakness, but he has also shown some vulnerability to submissions in the past. Belien broke a long string of losses with a Unanimous Decision victory over Hardy Tristan in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ricky Heath vs. Michael Dali in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Lawrence "The Law" Herringbone (16-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #25, Favorite: -1200) vs. Alex "Master Blaster" Maitland (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #104, Underdog: +950)

Lawrence Herringbone was a high quality wrestler in college, who spent a year in Russia learning Sambo before returning to the US for his MMA debut. He joined GAMMA after impressing on the local circuit, and after hitting a slight speed bump with a loss in his debut, started progressing up the rankings quickly. In March 2000 he headlined GAMMA 34 and caused a huge upset when he narrowly beat Spencer Rubenstein for the Light Heavyweight title. A poor 2001, where he went 0-2 and lost his belt has slightly derailed his career, but he is young enough to recover. He is coming off a third round TKO loss to Linfield Ballard in his last fight. Alex Maitland is a student of Shaolin Kung Fu since he was a child, and enjoys standing and striking with opponents. He is particularly known for his vicious leg kicks. He TKOed Russell McPhee in the first round in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Terry Catt vs. Jasper Osmond in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Tikhon "The Tank" Diev (11-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #24, Favorite: -730) vs. Pedro "Homicide" Souza (22-5, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #105, Underdog: +580)

Tikhon Diev is a powerful wrestler from Russia, whose usual gameplan is to grab his opponent early, bully them around with his strength and size, plant them down to the ground wiht a big takedown, then keep them there while he blasts them with ground and pound. He has been with BCF his entire career, and has gradually worked his way from being on the preliminary card to a genuine potential title contender. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Daniel Hornsby in his last fight. Pedro Sousa is a very dangerous striker, who was once one of the best Light Heavyweights in the world and was noted for his killer instinct and ability to finish opponents. In recent years his career has taken a severe downturn with a handful of damaging losses taking away a lot of his momentum. He bounced back in the First Round however, winning a Unanimous Decision over Edward Zahn. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Naozane Yamaguchiya vs. Volker Herzog in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Jiroemon Hasegawa (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #49, Favorite: -1130) vs. Gavriil Sviridov (7-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #80, Underdog: +900)

Jiroemon Hasegawa is a rugged customer from Japan who is noted for his all-business approach and insanely strong work ethic. A very tough opponent for anyone, he has an excellent base in both wrestling and jiu-jitsu. His one weakness is that he struggles against top quality strikers, as if he is kept at distance he finds it hard to pose any sort of threat. Since early 2000 he has been fighting for ALPHA-1 and is widely tipped to be one of the next big Japanese stars at Light Heavyweight. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Eisaku Nozaki in his last fight. Gavriil Sviridov is a kick boxer from Russia, who brings a good striking game to the Light Heavyweight division, being more than capable of ending fights with his powerful kicks. The rest of his MMA game is pretty spotty, especially on the ground where most high level fighters should be able to control him without too many issues. A regular with SIGMA, he has become known for being in exciting fights. He is coming off a first round TKO victory over Koenraad Belien in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Hyun-Shik Lim vs. Carlos dos Santos in the Third Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Eisaku Nozaki (8-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #56, Underdog: +600) vs. "The Hamburg Hammer" Jacob Matthaus (18-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #73, Favorite: -760)

Eisaku Nozaki is a pure straight-ahead brawler, who likes to load up and swing for the fences. His lack of refinement and technique are clear to see, as is his complete lack of anything else in his arsenal. A regular in the ALPHA-1 Light Heavyweight Division, he's used strictly as a low level prelim guy. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Jiroemon Hasegawa in his last fight. Jacob Matthaus is a powerful wrestler who has a potentially destructive ground and pound game. His issue has always been his inability to master the striking game, which leaves him open to getting picked off with shots before he can take his opponent down. He is best known for his SIGMA run in Europe, where he is a crowd favorite due to being one of the few Germans on the roster who have found success. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Stephan De Winter in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Sho Kitabatake vs. Magno Peres Arruda in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Hotshot Scot" Garry McSweegan (23-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #57, Favorite: -700) vs. "Sheffield Steel" Neville Granville (6-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #72, Underdog: +550)

Garry McSweegan is a powerful puncher with quick hands, who is known for his highly aggressive fight tactics, rarely going on the back foot or shying away from trading strikes. It's an exciting style, but one that causes him to lose to guys he should be beating, especially due to his nasty habit of gassing quickly. A mainstay in BCF, McSweegan has had two unsuccessful attempts to fulfill his dream and win the Light Heavyweight title. He is coming off a second round TKO loss to Lenny McFadden in a bid to win the title. Neville Granville is a former professional batter, who has dynamite-packed fists that come at opponents with both speed and accuracy. A tough customer, he could be a big threat if he can improve his grappling and takedown defence. He is coming off his first two pro losses, and is coming off a second round knock out loss to Danny Akabaro in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Lenny McFadden vs. Gustavo Spagnol in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Tornado" Terry Catt (11-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #40, Favorite: -1070) vs. Jasper "The Mighty Wasp" Osmond (16-12, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #89, Underdog: +850)

Terry Catt is an up-and-comer, who looks set to be one of the Light Heavyweight stars of the future. A good wrestler, he has added a versatile range of skills to his arsenal to make him a dangrous prospect in any situation. Jasper Osmond is a decent wrestler, who likes to get in close and grappler whenever he can, often employing the "Wall and Stall" tactic of pushing his opponent against the cage and wearing them down. He's had a decent enough career on the regional circuit, but he's slowing down with age and increasingly becoming fooder for younger fighters. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Lawrence Herringbone vs. Alex Maitland in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Naozane "Big Baby" Yamaguchiya (10-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #41, Favorite: -1120) vs. Volker Herzog (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #88, Underdog: +890)

Naozane Yamaguchiya is a powerhouse wrestler, who has one thing on his mind. Flatten his opponent with a takedown, then pound on him until the referee has to stop the fight. Such is his raw strength that it's a plan that usually works wonders, with his only pro defeat so far coming against Osamu Dan, when Big Baby got shut down by a better grappler. Volker Herzog is a German fighter, who is simply a big guy who hits hard and can take a good punch. His size and power means that he will likely always be able to pick up wins on the local circuit against rookies, but he lacks the technique to ever be a major factor in a sizable company. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Tikhon Diev vs. Pedro Sousa in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Alekos "Killer" Karabatsos (14-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #64, Favorite: -630) vs. Murray "Scarlet" O'Hare (7-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #65, Underdog: +500)

Alekos Karabatsos is a big Light Heavyweight from Greece, who is a powerful customer who likes to ground and pound his way to victory whenever possible. He joined SIGMA in 1998 but the step up in competition has seen him struggle since. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Dag Kreuger in his last fight. Murray O'Hare is a very one-dimensional Irish brawler, but one who hits hard enough that he can't be taken lightly. He was building a reputation as a very tough customer in BCF and was even on the verge of earning a Light Heavyweight title shot, but that was all ended when Lenny McFadden became the first man to stop him, knocking him out cold with a brutal elbow strike. Since then O'Hare's career has stalled a little. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Matthew Michael Kirby in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Jin Katou vs. Leon Banks in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Wild" Bill Cumming (29-16, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #48, Favorite: -880) vs. "The Irish Warrior" Conor Houghton (7-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #81, Underdog: +700)

Bill Cumming is a veteran journeyman competitor, one of the original generation of MMA fighters. A decent wrestler, he was always a tough opponent to face, but one who ultimately lacks the ability to finish people. He has been with GAMMA for many years, and even had a Light Heavyweight title shot back in the early days of the company at GAMMA 4. In recent years the defeats have started coming more frequently and many feel he is living on borrowed time. He is coming off a third round TKO loss to Adrian Pascal in his last fight. Conor Houghton is a lanky brawler from Northern Ireland, who likes to slug it out with opponents but lacks the speed and finesse to really present too many problems and so really only has a punchers chance against most people. A regular on the BCF preliminary card, Houghton is generally used to provide a test for newcomers and rookies. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Stef Lomb in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Curt Kitson vs. Andranik Paletilolu in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Lightweight Championship Touranment First Round Bout: "Rubber Man" Perry Madison (3-0-1, 0-0-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #122, Favorite: -110) vs. Tadashi Kimura (9-4-1, 0-0-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #135, Underdog: +100)

Perry Madison is a young Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu specialist, who earned the nickname "Rubber Man" due to his extensive use of rubber guard during his MMA fights. He debuted in 2000, and signed with CTC after earning wins in his first three fights on the local circuit. Tadashi Kimura mixes a nice solid striking game with grinding wrestling to form a difficult to beat package. He's by no means good enough that he'll ever be causing headaches for the elite, but he's certainly a good test for a lot of fighters at the regional level. These fighters faced each other at Canadian Tournament Combat 6, and fought to a Majority Draw, forcing this rematch to see who will progress in the tournament. The winner of this fight will face #7 Helio in the Second Round.

 

Weigh-In Results

Jin Katou (205 lbs) vs. Leon Banks (205 lbs)

Sho Kitabatake (205 lbs) vs. Magno Peres Arruda (205 lbs)

Hyun-Shik Lim (205 lbs) vs. Carlos dos Santos (205 lbs)

Ricky Heath (205 lbs) vs. Michael Dali (205 lbs)

Curt Kitson (205 lbs) vs. Andranik Paletilolu (205 lbs)

Lenny McFadden (205 lbs) vs. Gustavo Spagnol (205 lbs)

Ryosei Sakamoto (205 lbs) vs. Koenraad Belien (195 lbs)

Lawrence Herringbone (205 lbs) vs. Alex Maitland (205 lbs)

Tikhon Diev (205 lbs) vs. Pedro Sousa (205 lbs)

Jiroemon Hasegawa (205 lbs) vs. Gavriil Sviridov (205 lbs)

Eisaku Nozaki (205 lbs) vs. Jacob Matthaus (205 lbs)

Garry McSweegan (205 lbs) vs. Neville Granville (205 lbs)

Terry Catt (205 lbs) vs. Jasper Osmond (205 lbs)

Naozane Yamaguchiya (205 lbs) vs. Volker Herzog (205 lbs)

Alekos Karabatsos (205 lbs) vs. Murray O'Hare (205 lbs)

Bill Cumming (205 lbs) vs. Conor Houghton (205 lbs)

Perry Madison (155 lbs) vs. Tadashi Kimura (155 lbs)

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 20 Full Fight Card

LHW: Jin Katou vs. Leon Banks

LHW: Sho Kitabatake vs. Magno Peres Arruda

LHW: Hyun-Shik Lim vs. Carlos dos Santos

LHW: Ricky Heath vs. Michael Dali

LHW: Curt Kitson vs. Andranik Paletilolu

LHW: Lenny McFadden vs. Gustavo Spagnol

LHW: Ryosei Sakamoto vs. Koenraad Belien

LHW: Lawrence Herringbone vs. Alex Maitland

LHW: Tikhon Diev vs. Pedro Sousa

LHW: Jiroemon Hasegawa vs. Gavriil Sviridov

 

LHW: Eisaku Nozaki vs. Jacob Matthaus

LHW: Garry McSweegan vs. Neville Granville

LHW: Terry Catt vs. Jasper Osmond

LHW: Naozane Yamaguchiya vs. Volker Herzog

LHW: Alekos Karabatsos vs. Murray O'Hare

LHW: Bill Cumming vs. Conor Houghton

LW: Perry Madison vs. Tadashi Kimura

Edited September 18, 2022 by CageRage

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Friday, Week 1, May 2002

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CTC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Perry "Rubber Man" Madison (3-0-1, 0-0-1 CTC, From: Madison, Wisconsin, Favorite: -110) vs. Tadashi Kimura (9-4-1, 0-0-1 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +100)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the prelims with 'Rubber Man' Perry Madison going up against Tadashi Kimura.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Kimura connects with a jab, but Madison avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) A one-two from Kimura fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) Madison comes in and grabs Kimura in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Using his wrestling skills, Madison is trying to push Kimura up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Madison can't manage it, Kimura fought it.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Madison looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Kimura blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Madison attempts a trip to put Kimura on the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Madison can't get Kimura down to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Using his wrestling skills, Madison is trying to push Kimura up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Madison achieves it, pinning Kimura to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) Kimura throws a few short punches to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) With Kimura stuck against the cage, Madison tries to use a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Madison gets side control off a superb outside leg trip!

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Working slowly but surely, Madison tries to put Kimura in a Von Flue choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Kimura blocks it.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Kimura tries to pull guard on Madison but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Madison attempts an americana.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) Kimura doesn't allow the americana to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Kimura tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Madison attempts an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Kimura doesn't allow the armbar to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Kimura tries to move to guard, but Madison doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 00:19) Madison pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Madison took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Madison had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Kimura connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) Madison wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) A jab is wide from Kimura, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:09) Kimura throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Madison takes the chance and grabs Kimura into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Using his wrestling skills, Madison is trying to push Kimura up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Madison does it, Kimura is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Madison looks to sweep a leg out from under Kimura so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) An outside leg trip sweeps Kimura down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard!

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Madison pounds away, but Kimura calmly deals with them.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) Kimura tries to pull Madison in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Madison pounds away, but Kimura isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Kimura tries to push Madison away, but can't.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Madison begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) Madison passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Kimura starts scrambling.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) The scramble leaves Madison turtled up with Kimura behind.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) Kimura pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Madison.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Kimura pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Kimura unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) Kimura unloads with rights, but does fairly minimal damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) Kimura pounds away, but Madison calmly deals with them.

(Rd 2 - 00:25) Madison takes the opportunity to stand up, albeit under back control.

(Rd 2 - 00:12) Kimura releases Madison and backs away.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Kimura 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:49) Kimura lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Kimura throws a punch but Madison avoids it.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) Madison comes in and grabs Kimura in a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) Madison looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) It doesn't work, Kimura defended against it well.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Madison attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Kimura on the ground.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Madison doesn't get the trip, Kimura instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 3 - 03:35) Kimura attempts to wrestle Madison to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 03:35) It's unsuccessful, Madison maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 3 - 03:21) Kimura ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple; Madison takes control.

(Rd 3 - 03:04) Madison is looking to muscle Kimura back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:04) Kimura ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Madison attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Kimura on the ground.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) An excellent outside leg trip sees Kimura get thrown to the mat!

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Kimura gives up his back.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) Kimura is in huge trouble now, as Madison successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 3 - 02:03) Madison attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in.

(Rd 3 - 02:03) Madison flattens Kimura out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 3 - 01:35) By submission, the winner is Perry Madison!

 

 

Official Result: 'Rubber Man' Perry Madison defeats Tadashi Kimura (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:25 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Perry Madison thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Cole Moor, saying that he'll destroy him.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Wild" Bill Cumming (29-16, 0-0 CTC, From: Provo, Utah, Favorite: -880) vs. "The Irish Warrior" Conor Houghton (7-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Antrim, Northern Ireland, Underdog: +700)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'Wild' Bill Cumming against 'The Irish Warrior' Conor Houghton.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) William Yeats is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Edward Wilde, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Cumming may have been setting up to shoot, but Houghton aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Houghton can't connect with a jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Houghton steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) A one-two from Houghton fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) A pair of tentative jabs from Cumming land, but have zero effect.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Houghton throws a one-two, but Cumming was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Cumming uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Houghton throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) There's a takedown attempt from Cumming.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Houghton cannot stop the takedown and only catches Cumming in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Cumming looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) He does excellently, getting into side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:15) In side control, Cumming catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Cumming attempts to move to mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Cumming takes the back instead, Houghton rolled over rather than get mounted.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) Cumming increases his control by getting both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Cumming pounds away, Houghton is barely able to offer any defence at all!

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Referee William Yeats jumps in and saves Houghton from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 00:51) The winner, by TKO, is 'Wild' Bill Cumming!

 

 

Official Result: 'Wild' Bill Cumming defeats 'The Irish Warrior' Conor Houghton (TKO (Strikes) in 4:09 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Bill Cumming thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and answers that Matthew Michael Kirby is a great fighter and would be someone he'd like to test himself against.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Alekos "Killer" Karabatsos (14-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Athens, Greece, Favorite: -630) vs. Murray "Scarlet" O'Hare (7-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Belfast, Northern Ireland, Underdog: +500)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Alekos 'Killer' Karabatsos competes against Murray 'Scarlet' O'Hare.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Karabatsos tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) O'Hare doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

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

(Rd 1 - 04:05) Karabatsos lands a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:05) O'Hare hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Karabatsos hits a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) O'Hare is off-target with a jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Karabatsos moves forward, constantly trying to pressure O'Hare into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) O'Hare hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) A jab hits home from Karabatsos and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) O'Hare hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Karabatsos finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Karabatsos hits a left jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) O'Hare finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) O'Hare misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Karabatsos comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) O'Hare hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) A one-two from Karabatsos fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Karabatsos is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Karabatsos lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) O'Hare hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) O'Hare is off target with a left jab and also misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Karabatsos has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Karabatsos has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) O'Hare is off-target with a jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to O'Hare.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There is a buzz building around the crowd, they can smell a potential upset here.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) O'Hare stalks forward, pressuring Karabatsos.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Karabatsos lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) O'Hare connects with a jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Taking a few gulps of breath, O'Hare is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) O'Hare initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Karabatsos fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) O'Hare can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Looking very tired, Karabatsos clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) Karabatsos tries to take O'Hare down.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) The takedown is ugly but ultimately successful, he ends up on top of a turtled up O'Hare, holding him in a loose facelock-type hold.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Karabatsos tries to drive a knee to the head, but O'Hare scooted backward quickly and is able to stand back up.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) A few deep breaths betray that Karabatsos is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) O'Hare misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Karabatsos counters a right hand with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Karabatsos is breathing very hard.

(Rd 2 - 02:33) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:40) Karabatsos misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a vicious right cross!

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Karabatsos is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 2 - 01:32) O'Hare knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Karabatsos, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 2 - 01:32) O'Hare pounds away, Karabatsos is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Referee Kenneth Capote jumps in and saves Karabatsos from taking any more shots!

(Rd 2 - 01:20) Murray O'Hare takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Murray 'Scarlet' O'Hare defeats Alekos 'Killer' Karabatsos (TKO (Strikes) in 3:40 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Murray O'Hare gives a name-check to everyone at Leamington Spa Muay Thai, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Murray O'Hare celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Naozane "Big Baby" Yamaguchiya (10-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Nagoya, Japan, Favorite: -1120) vs. Volker Herzog (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Hannover, Germany, Underdog: +890)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Naozane 'Big Baby' Yamaguchiya takes on Volker Herzog.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Ian Rivers, Christina Shaw, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 205lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Yamaguchiya is much bigger.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Yamaguchiya finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Herzog hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Yamaguchiya attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Herzog throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Yamaguchiya uses a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Yamaguchiya slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Yamaguchiya comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:59) Herzog throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Yamaguchiya gets hold of Herzog.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) From the grapple, Yamaguchiya tries to pick Herzog up on his shoulder for a slam.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Herzog has no answers, he gets lifted up and planted down! Yamaguchiya ends up with side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Yamaguchiya tries to ensnare Herzog in an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) The armbar is locked in, tight enough that Herzog has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 03:00) The winner, by submission, is Naozane 'Big Baby' Yamaguchiya!

 

 

Official Result: Naozane 'Big Baby' Yamaguchiya defeats Volker Herzog (Submission (Armbar) in 2:00 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Naozane Yamaguchiya gives a name-check to everyone at Top Team Japan, all his various sponsors, then all his family, friends, and supporters. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks that a fight against a great competitor like Allen LeFleur would make for an interesting battle. Naozane Yamaguchiya gave a good account of himself here.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Tornado" Terry Catt (11-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Jersey City, New Jersey, Favorite: -1070) vs. Jasper "The Mighty Wasp" Osmond (16-12, 0-0 CTC, From: Durham, North Carolina, Underdog: +850)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Tornado' Terry Catt battles Jasper 'The Mighty Wasp' Osmond.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Christina Shaw, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Osmond scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Catt uses a pair of left jabs and also connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Catt moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Osmond into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Osmond throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) A jab is wide from Catt, but then he hits Osmond with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Catt comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Osmond hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Catt feints an attack that leaves Osmond slightly off balance.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) Catt hits a left jab and then he hits Osmond with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Catt comes forward, walking down Osmond.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Catt bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Catt lands a jab and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Catt moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Osmond into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Osmond hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:30) Catt connects with two left hands and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Catt hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Catt lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Catt lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:50) Catt lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Osmond warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) A jab is wide from Catt, but then he catches Osmond with a stunning right hook!

(Rd 1 - 00:32) It's a knock out! Osmond is down and out!

(Rd 1 - 00:27) 'The Tornado' Terry Catt takes the win by knock out!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Tornado' Terry Catt defeats Jasper 'The Mighty Wasp' Osmond (Knock Out (Punch) in 4:33 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Terry Catt praises his team at Evolution MMA, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Terry Catt says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. This was a charismatic performance from a very good talker.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Hotshot Scot" Garry McSweegan (23-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Edinburgh, Scotland, Favorite: -700) vs. "Sheffield Steel" Neville Granville (6-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Sheffield, England, Underdog: +550)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Hotshot Scot' Garry McSweegan fights 'Sheffield Steel' Neville Granville.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Millhouse Twain, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Moving forward, McSweegan looks to strike. Granville stands ready.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Granville lands a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) McSweegan hits a jab and also scores with a great left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Granville looks like he has a broken jaw after that shot.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) McSweegan steps in, watched all the way by Granville.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) McSweegan lands two of a flurry of quick punches but doesn't reach with a hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) Granville is off target with a left jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Granville lets McSweegan step in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) McSweegan has a left hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Granville has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Granville stands ready as McSweegan moves in.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Granville lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) McSweegan misses with a right jab but nails a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) Moving forward, McSweegan looks to strike. Granville stands ready.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) McSweegan attacks with four quick punches and lands three of them but doesn't connect with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) McSweegan comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) McSweegan scores with three punches out of a flurry but misses a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:47) Granville misses with a pair of jabs but nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) McSweegan comes in to engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) McSweegan misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Granville to attack with a jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Granville stands ready as McSweegan moves in.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) McSweegan lands a right jab and also lands a nice left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) McSweegan comes in to engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) McSweegan uses a flurry of three punches without landing any but lands a right hook to the body. Granville hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) McSweegan comes in to engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) McSweegan misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Granville comes in with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) Granville stands ready as McSweegan moves in.

(Rd 1 - 00:28) McSweegan misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a left hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) McSweegan moves in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) McSweegan quickly throws a punch and lands it and then lands a nice left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to McSweegan, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) McSweegan looks very happy with that first round. He is certainly living up to position as being the heavy favourite to win this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's going to be a real uphill struggle for Granville from this point onward.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:52) McSweegan comes in to engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:52) McSweegan scores with a massive left hook to the jaw!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Granville is knocked down!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) McSweegan quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Granville!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) McSweegan fires away and Granville is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 04:28) By TKO, the winner is Garry McSweegan!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Hotshot Scot' Garry McSweegan defeats 'Sheffield Steel' Neville Granville (TKO (Strikes) in 0:32 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Garry McSweegan thanks everyone connected to Bulldog Gym for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, Garry McSweegan celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Eisaku Nozaki (8-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +600) vs. "The Hamburg Hammer" Jacob Matthaus (18-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Hamburg, Germany, Favorite: -760)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Eisaku Nozaki competes against 'The Hamburg Hammer' Jacob Matthaus in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Christina Shaw, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Nozaki moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Matthaus into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Matthaus manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Nozaki throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Nozaki comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Matthaus manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Nozaki lands a jab and then he catches Matthaus with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Nozaki scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. Matthaus scores with a jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Nozaki initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Matthaus lands a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Nozaki throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:51) Nozaki misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Matthaus to attack with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Nozaki comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Matthaus hit a counter right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Nozaki throws a one-two, but Matthaus was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:14) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Nozaki comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Matthaus throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Nozaki can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:16) Matthaus counters a right hand with a right jab and a solid left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Nozaki comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Matthaus fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Nozaki throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Nozaki is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Matthaus misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Nozaki comes in with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Nozaki tries a right hook but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:28) Matthaus can't hit a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Nozaki tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Matthaus misses with a right jab and also can't hit a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) A punch from Nozaki fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Matthaus seizes the chance and grabs Nozaki into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Matthaus is looking to muscle Nozaki back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Nozaki ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) Showing his ability to control opponents, Matthaus simply smothers Nozaki against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) The rest of the round sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a close round but I'm giving it to Matthaus, 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Matthaus looks very happy with that first round. He is certainly living up to position as being the heavy favourite to win this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's going to be a real uphill struggle for Nozaki from this point onward.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Nozaki moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Matthaus looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Nozaki simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Nozaki can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) Matthaus misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Nozaki appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Nozaki misses a right hook and gets countered with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Nozaki finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Matthaus tries a left hook but misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Nozaki looks very tired out there.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) A jab is wide from Nozaki, but then he hits Matthaus with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Nozaki hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Matthaus hits a right jab but finds his left cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) A punch from Nozaki fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Nozaki misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Matthaus to attack with a good left hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) Matthaus is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:20) Nozaki scores with a jab but misses with a right hand. Matthaus is off target with a right jab but lands a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Nozaki hits a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Matthaus is off-target with a jab but connects with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Nozaki looks very, very tired.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Nozaki, who looks very tired, gets grabbed by Matthaus.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Matthaus tries to wrestle Nozaki backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Nozaki ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:30) Matthaus smothers Nozaki against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Matthaus catches Nozaki with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Nozaki looks to have been cut above his eye, blood is trickling down.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Nozaki is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Nozaki takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Matthaus smothers Nozaki against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:33) Matthaus uses dirty boxing to punish Nozaki while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) Matthaus smothers Nozaki against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) Nozaki is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Matthaus.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Matthaus.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Nozaki is attended to by the cut man between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:48) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Matthaus misses with a right jab and also has a left hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Nozaki doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Matthaus hits a right jab but has a left hand absorbed on the gloves. Nozaki lands a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Matthaus is trying to push Nozaki so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Matthaus manages it and controls Nozaki up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) Matthaus uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) Matthaus smothers Nozaki against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Nozaki gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) Matthaus pins Nozaki up against the cage and hits a couple of nice left hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) Matthaus pins Nozaki up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) Nozaki looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) Matthaus drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 3 - 02:46) Nozaki is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Matthaus uses dirty boxing to punish Nozaki while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) Matthaus doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:23) Matthaus pins Nozaki up against the cage and hits a couple of nice left hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) Nozaki connects with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:57) Matthaus finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 3 - 01:32) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:32) Nozaki scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross. Matthaus scores with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Matthaus tries a left hook but misses.

(Rd 3 - 01:05) Nozaki tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:46) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:46) Matthaus hits a jab but has a left hook blocked. Nozaki scores with a left hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:21) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Matthaus took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Nozaki will be able to take the victory without a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Nozaki misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Matthaus comes in with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Matthaus is looking to muscle Nozaki back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Matthaus does it, Nozaki is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) Matthaus looks very, very tired.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) Matthaus hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 03:49) Nozaki is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 03:34) Nozaki is trapped against the cage and Matthaus hits him with a short right uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) Nozaki is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) Nozaki is bleeding above his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) Nozaki is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 4 - 02:55) Matthaus catches Nozaki with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Matthaus keeps Nozaki up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 02:33) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) Matthaus is trying to muscle Nozaki up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) Matthaus does it, Nozaki is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:47) With Nozaki stuck against the cage, Matthaus tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.

(Rd 4 - 01:47) The takedown is successful, Nozaki pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:31) Matthaus throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Matthaus doesn't allow Nozaki to lock him up with double underhooks.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Time slips away as Matthaus successfully keeps Nozaki stuck against the ground.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) Matthaus pounds away with lefts, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Nozaki.

(Rd 4 - 00:13) Time slips away as Matthaus successfully keeps Nozaki stuck against the ground.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Matthaus took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Nozaki winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Nozaki.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Nozaki misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Matthaus attacks with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:45) Matthaus looks like he is completely out of gas.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Nozaki misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) Matthaus tries to use some dirty boxing, but Nozaki uses his wrestling skills to smother him.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) Using his wrestling skills, Matthaus is trying to push Nozaki up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:06) Nozaki ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) Matthaus catches Nozaki with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:38) Matthaus smothers Nozaki against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 03:24) Nozaki takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 5 - 03:13) Nozaki is trapped against the cage and Matthaus punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 02:54) Nozaki is trapped against the cage and Matthaus hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 5 - 02:40) Matthaus uses dirty boxing to punish Nozaki while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:23) Nozaki is controlled up against the cage and takes a few left hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 02:08) Matthaus smothers Nozaki against the cage, then scores with a right to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Nozaki is trapped against the cage and Matthaus punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 01:33) Matthaus pins Nozaki up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:16) With no progress being made, the referee separates them.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) Nozaki slips past a left hook attempt and attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:40) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:40) Matthaus uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Nozaki.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Matthaus hits Nozaki with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 5 - 00:01) Nozaki tries to wriggle free, but Matthaus controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Matthaus.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 49-46 (Ian Rivers), 50-45 (Christina Shaw) and 50-45 (Benjamin Milligan III).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) 'The Hamburg Hammer' Jacob Matthaus is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Hamburg Hammer' Jacob Matthaus defeats Eisaku Nozaki (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

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

 

 

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CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Jiroemon Hasegawa (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Saitama, Japan, Favorite: -1130) vs. Gavriil Sviridov (7-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Saint Petersburg, Russia, Underdog: +900)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the main fights is Jiroemon Hasegawa taking on Gavriil Sviridov.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Benjamin Milligan III, Edward Wilde, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Sviridov uses a left jab, but Hasegawa evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Setting it up well, Hasegawa shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) The takedown is completed, Sviridov is on his back and pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Hasegawa fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) Hasegawa fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Hasegawa unloads with big rights, but Sviridov covers up well.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Hasegawa throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 03:07) Hasegawa unloads with big right hands, but Sviridov is able to deal with most of them.

(Rd 1 - 02:50) Hasegawa fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Hasegawa tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Hasegawa gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Sviridov is defending with tenacity, he is frustrating Hasegawa and making him work hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Hasegawa tries to lock Sviridov in a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Sviridov fights off the kimura attempt.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Hasegawa tries to lock Sviridov into a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Hasegawa gets the kimura fully applied and Sviridov has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:36) The winner, by submission; Jiroemon Hasegawa!

 

 

Official Result: Jiroemon Hasegawa defeats Gavriil Sviridov (Submission (Kimura) in 4:24 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Jiroemon Hasegawa praises his team at J1 Circle, 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 he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Tikhon "The Tank" Diev (11-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Novosibirsk, Russia, Favorite: -730) vs. Pedro "Homicide" Sousa (22-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Underdog: +580)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Tikhon 'The Tank' Diev faces Pedro 'Homicide' Sousa.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Sousa confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Diev, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Sousa throws a two-punch combo but Diev avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Sousa comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Sousa throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Diev chooses to shoot in on Sousa.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Sousa cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) The clock runs down as Sousa is being smothered against the ground by Diev.

(Rd 1 - 03:28) Diev pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Diev attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) He manages to pass, but only to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Sousa made it as hard as possible and is really concentrating on trying to slow Diev down.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) Diev begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) Diev almost gets side control, but Sousa was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Diev brilliantly manages to take his opponent's back!

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Sousa is in increasing trouble, as Diev gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) With both hooks in, Diev tries to flatten Sousa out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Diev has Sousa flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:56) The winner, by submission, is Tikhon 'The Tank' Diev!

 

 

Official Result: Tikhon 'The Tank' Diev defeats Pedro 'Homicide' Sousa (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:04 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Tikhon Diev gives a name-check to everyone at St. Petersburg Elite, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and he responds by calling out Nicolai Mickiewicz, saying he will kick his ass.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Lawrence "The Law" Herringbone (16-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Raleigh, North Carolina, Favorite: -1200) vs. Alex "Master Blaster" Maitland (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Montreal, Quebec, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Lawrence 'The Law' Herringbone going head to head with Alex 'Master Blaster' Maitland.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Millhouse Twain, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Herringbone looks significantly bigger than Maitland as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Herringbone attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Maitland manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Herringbone connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Two defensive jabs hit from Herringbone, but neither had any power.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Maitland can't connect with a jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Herringbone.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Herringbone hits a left cross. Maitland uses a left jab and also lands a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Maitland.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Showing great speed, Herringbone shoots in on Maitland.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) He drives forward with a double leg takedown attempt, Maitland is swept off his feet and backward!

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Herringbone ends up holding a seated Maitland around the waist, pressing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Herringbone tries to ensnare Maitland in a guillotine.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Herringbone gets the guillotine fully applied and Maitland has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 03:14) The winner, by submission; Lawrence Herringbone!

 

 

Official Result: Lawrence 'The Law' Herringbone defeats Alex 'Master Blaster' Maitland (Submission (Guillotine) in 1:46 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Lawrence Herringbone thanks everyone connected to Impact MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Lawrence Herringbone celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Monster Moto" Ryosei Sakamoto (14-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Hokkaido, Japan, Favorite: -650) vs. Koenraad Belien (10-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Brussels, Belgium, Underdog: +510)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'Monster Moto' Ryosei Sakamoto fighting Koenraad Belien.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Benjamin Milligan III, Edward Wilde, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Sakamoto hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Belien hits a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Belien can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Belien misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Sakamoto attacks with a quick left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Belien misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Sakamoto to attack with a jab and a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Sakamoto hits a jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Belien scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Belien hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:53) Sakamoto hits a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Sakamoto aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) Belien throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Sakamoto is able to grab Belien.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Using his wrestling skills, Sakamoto is trying to push Belien up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Sakamoto achieves it, pinning Belien to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Showing his ability to exert control, Sakamoto smothers Belien up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) The next thirty seconds becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) Belien is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Sakamoto has over him.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) The rest of the round passes by with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Sakamoto.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Sakamoto looks very happy with that first round. He is certainly living up to position as being the heavy favourite to win this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's going to be a real uphill struggle for Belien from this point onward.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) Sakamoto dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) Sakamoto counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 2 - 03:39) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Belien can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Belien connects with a jab, but Sakamoto avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 02:33) Sakamoto may have been aiming to get in close, but Belien aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 02:33) Belien fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:33) A strike appears to have opened up a small gash underneath the eye of Sakamoto.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Belien is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Belien misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:50) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) Belien misses with a big right hand, allowing Sakamoto to counter with a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Belien uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:52) Sakamoto hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:36) Sakamoto is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 00:27) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:27) Belien misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Sakamoto comes in with a quick left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) With Sakamoto bleeding, referee Kyle Crisp pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) The fight recommences!

(Rd 2 - 00:02) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Sakamoto uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Belien is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Sakamoto.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Sakamoto up 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Belien hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Sakamoto misses a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Belien connects with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Sakamoto hits a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) Grinning broadly, Sakamoto motions for Belien to try and hit him.

(Rd 3 - 03:38) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:38) Belien hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:38) Sakamoto scores with a jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:13) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 3 - 02:39) Belien throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Seizing the opportunity, Sakamoto shoots.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) The takedown is completed, Belien is on his back and pulls half guard.

(Rd 3 - 02:11) In half guard, Sakamoto begins working to get side control.

(Rd 3 - 02:11) He passes half guard fairly easily, getting to side control.

(Rd 3 - 01:36) Sakamoto attempts to kimura Belien from side control.

(Rd 3 - 01:36) Belien stops Sakamoto from applying it.

(Rd 3 - 01:03) Belien tries to move to guard, but Sakamoto doesn't allow it.

(Rd 3 - 00:50) Sakamoto attempts to kimura Belien from side control.

(Rd 3 - 00:50) Belien fights off the kimura attempt.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Belien tries to move to guard, but Sakamoto doesn't allow it.

(Rd 3 - 00:18) Belien eats a hard elbow strike that landed right on his cheek.

(Rd 3 - 00:06) Sakamoto starts dropping increasingly powerful elbows and Belien is having serious difficulty surviving them!

(Rd 3 - 00:06) With punches raining down, Belien desperately tries to get away but only succeeds in giving up his back!

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Sakamoto.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Belien, he's running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Belien is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:12) Belien misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Sakamoto to attack with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 4 - 03:46) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:46) Sakamoto hits a left jab but has a right hand blocked. Belien lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:35) Sakamoto is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 4 - 03:24) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:24) Sakamoto works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 4 - 03:16) Sakamoto tries to wrestle Belien backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:16) Belien isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) Sakamoto tries to pick Belien up for a slam.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) There's the slam! Belien is planted onto his back, and pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:48) Sakamoto attempts to pass guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:48) Sakamoto gets past, but Belien stops him at half guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:20) Sakamoto starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 4 - 02:20) Advancing his position with ease, he mounts Belien.

(Rd 4 - 01:32) Sakamoto starts nailing Belien with heavy elbow strikes, this is getting ugly!

(Rd 4 - 01:32) Referee Kyle Crisp is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 4 - 01:13) 'Monster Moto' Ryosei Sakamoto takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'Monster Moto' Ryosei Sakamoto defeats Koenraad Belien (TKO (Strikes) in 3:47 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ryosei Sakamoto gives a name-check to everyone at Dragon's Lair Gym, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He takes the microphone and taunts Bill Cumming repeatedly in a very childish manner.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Lethal" Lenny McFadden (14-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Falkirk, Scotland, Favorite: -540) vs. Gustavo Spagnol (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Underdog: +430)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'Lethal' Lenny McFadden fights Gustavo Spagnol.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:48) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) McFadden comes forward, walking down Spagnol.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) Spagnol manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) McFadden throws a one-two, but Spagnol was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) McFadden dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a brace of jabs that are followed by an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Glaring at Spagnol, McFadden motions for him to come on and attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) McFadden initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) Spagnol manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:39) McFadden can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) McFadden can't connect with a jab, but then hits Spagnol with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Spagnol misses with a left jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) McFadden misses a jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Spagnol uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) McFadden throws a one-two, but Spagnol was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) McFadden lands a jab and then catches Spagnol with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) McFadden steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Spagnol lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) McFadden connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) McFadden steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) McFadden bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) McFadden connects with a jab but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) McFadden steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Spagnol manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) A jab is wide from McFadden, but then he catches Spagnol with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

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

(Rd 1 - 01:00) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 00:29) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Spagnol comes in fast, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The crowd is buzzing after a very exciting round.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to McFadden.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Spagnol misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing McFadden to attack with a brace of jabs that are followed by a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 04:03) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) McFadden comes forward, walking down Spagnol.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Spagnol fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) McFadden can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:09) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) McFadden misses with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Spagnol misses with a left jab but hits a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:17) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:17) McFadden slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) There's a takedown attempt from Spagnol.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Spagnol gets the takedown! McFadden pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) Time slips away as Spagnol successfully keeps McFadden stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 00:13) Spagnol catches McFadden with a glancing elbow strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:13) It looks like McFadden has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Spagnol, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on McFadden.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:49) Spagnol moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 3 - 04:49) McFadden connects with a jab, but Spagnol avoids a big right.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) McFadden lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:24) Spagnol lights his opponent up with a one-two followed by a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) McFadden initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) Spagnol hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) McFadden connects with a nice jab and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:48) Taking a few gulps of breath, McFadden is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) McFadden doesn't connect with a left jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:43) Spagnol is off-target with a jab and also misses with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Spagnol doesn't connect with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) McFadden finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 3 - 03:21) Glaring at Spagnol, McFadden motions for him to come on and attack.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) McFadden comes forward to attack.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Spagnol manages a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) McFadden lands a jab and then he catches Spagnol with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) McFadden can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) McFadden can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 02:14) McFadden steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 3 - 02:14) Spagnol throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 3 - 02:14) McFadden lands two left hands, but Spagnol evades a big right to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) McFadden stalks forward, pressuring Spagnol.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) McFadden is now in the pocket.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) A jab hits home from McFadden and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:33) Spagnol chooses to shoot in on McFadden.

(Rd 3 - 01:33) The takedown is completed, Spagnol gets side control from it.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) Spagnol keeps McFadden guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) Spagnol blocks McFadden as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:47) Spagnol throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) McFadden tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 3 - 00:10) Spagnol unleashes three vicious looking elbows, although none of them land cleanly.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That was an exciting round, hopefully the fighters will continue with that pace in the next.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think McFadden took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) McFadden is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:50) McFadden steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 4 - 04:50) Spagnol hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 4 - 04:50) A one-two from McFadden fails to land.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) McFadden steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) Spagnol manages a counter jab.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) McFadden throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 4 - 04:11) McFadden throws a punch but Spagnol was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 04:06) Spagnol moves in fast and shoots on McFadden.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) McFadden cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:46) Spagnol unloads with three big elbows, clearly hurting McFadden with at least one.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) Spagnol throws some short elbows and at least one catches McFadden in the face.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) Spagnol lies on top of McFadden, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 02:40) Spagnol throws some short elbows but McFadden defends against them well.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) McFadden tries to pull Spagnol in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.

(Rd 4 - 02:07) Spagnol lies on top of McFadden, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 01:32) Spagnol drops some elbows on McFadden but they're all taken comfortably on the arms or pushed away.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Spagnol deflects a couple of punches that McFadden threw from below.

(Rd 4 - 01:01) Spagnol tries to throw a slicing elbow, but misses.

(Rd 4 - 00:55) McFadden tries to catch Spagnol with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 4 - 00:37) Spagnol unloads with some elbows but McFadden deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 4 - 00:18) McFadden tries to catch Spagnol with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Spagnol, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) We go into the final round with everything still to fight for.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 5 - 04:52) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:52) Spagnol dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) McFadden hits a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Spagnol is off target with a left jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) McFadden is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) For the first time, Spagnol is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 5 - 04:14) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:14) McFadden scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 5 - 04:14) Spagnol hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) McFadden, who looks very tired, gets grabbed by Spagnol.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Spagnol attempts a leg-sweep trip to put McFadden on the ground.

(Rd 5 - 04:04) Spagnol gets side control off a superb outside leg trip!

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Spagnol looks to get a mount.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Spagnol takes the back instead, McFadden rolled over rather than get mounted.

(Rd 5 - 03:18) McFadden is in increasing trouble, as Spagnol gets both hooks in.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) Spagnol pounds away, McFadden is barely able to offer any defence at all!

(Rd 5 - 02:56) Referee Kenneth Capote jumps in and stops the fight as McFadden went limp!

(Rd 5 - 02:41) The winner, by knock out; Gustavo Spagnol!

 

 

Official Result: Gustavo Spagnol defeats 'Lethal' Lenny McFadden (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:19 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Gustavo Spagnol praises his team at House of Pain, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Gustavo Spagnol says that being in such a fantastic fight was a huge rush and that he is glad to both get the win and entertain the fans.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Bad Element" Curt Kitson (14-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Aberdeen, Scotland, Favorite: -1200) vs. "The Battering Ram" Andranik Paletilolu (17-10, 1-0 CTC, From: Belgrade, Serbia, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Bad Element' Curt Kitson fights 'The Battering Ram' Andranik Paletilolu.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Christina Shaw, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Paletilolu buys a feint and is left open.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Kitson counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Paletilolu misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Kitson comes in with a quick left jab and a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Paletilolu is off target with a left jab but hits a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Kitson scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Kitson shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Paletilolu cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Kitson begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Paletilolu can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Kitson starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Kitson gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Kitson attempts to grab a leg and kneebar Paletilolu.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Paletilolu doesn't allow the kneebar to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Kitson tries to lock Paletilolu into a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) The kimura is fully applied, Paletilolu has no option but to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Curt Kitson takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Bad Element' Curt Kitson defeats 'The Battering Ram' Andranik Paletilolu (Submission (Kimura) in 4:35 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Curt Kitson thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Curt Kitson celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Hollywood" Ricky Heath (16-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Fresno, California, Favorite: -550) vs. Michael "Salvador" Dali (1-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Luton, England, Underdog: +430)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'Hollywood' Ricky Heath facing Michael 'Salvador' Dali.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Millhouse Twain, and Ian Rivers.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Heath lands a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Dali blitzes his opponent with a rapid four punch flurry.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Heath scores with a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Dali lands one of a flurry of quick punches but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Heath lands a left jab and also hits a glancing blow with a high kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Dali lights up his opponent with four quick punches.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Dali hits a punch but misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Heath finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Heath scores with a jab and also scores a glancing blow with a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Dali throws a flurry of four punches that end with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Heath lets fly with a verbal barrage of trash talk.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Heath hits a left jab but can't make contact on a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Dali hits a three punch combo that ends with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Heath lands a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Dali scores with two punches out of a sudden flurry but only finds gloves with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) There is now a noticeable gash above the hairline of Dali where a strike must have cut him.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Heath finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Dali hits a jab and also nails a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Heath has a broad grin on his face, proof if proof was needed that that last punch really stung.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Heath lands a left jab and also hits a glancing high kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Dali quickly throws a punch and lands it and then lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Backing off, Heath stumbles and almost goes down...I think he is hurt!

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Heath regains his senses just in time to dodge a vicious overhand right.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Dali took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Dali looks pumped up and his team are delighted.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) He may have come into this fight as the heavy underdog, but you wouldn't know it based on that first round.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Bleeding, Dali is attended to by the cut man between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Heath hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Dali scores with two quick punches that set up a nice uppercut.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Heath immediately covers up and tries to retreat, only to end up against the cage! I think that he is dazed!

(Rd 2 - 04:37) A short knee strike from Dali doesn't find a home.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) Heath circles back to the center, having gotten the time he needed to regain his wits somewhat.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) Heath is off-target with a jab but gets a glancing blow with a high kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) Dali throws a flurry of three punches that end with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Dali lets fly with a verbal barrage of trash talk.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Dali comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Heath hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Stepping in, Dali throws five quick punches, two of which land, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Heath is off-target with a head kick and, now off balance, gets countered with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Dali slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Heath is being totally outstruck so far in this fight.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Dali slips past a right hook and counters with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) Dali tries to intimidate his opponent with some quality trash talk.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:34) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:34) Heath hits a jab and also gets a glancing blow with a high kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:34) Dali lands three quick jabs and follows with a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) Heath uses a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) Dali throws three quick punches and lands two of them but only finds gloves with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Dali.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Dali.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Heath goes to the legs with a low kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Dali hits two out of a flurry of five punches but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Running his mouth, Heath trash talks his opponent.

(Rd 3 - 04:19) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Heath is off-target with two jabs but hits a glancing blow with a high kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Dali hits a five punch combo that ends with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Heath is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Dali moves in quickly, kneeling beside Heath and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Dali pounds away, Heath is barely able to offer any defence at all!

(Rd 3 - 03:31) Heath is out! The referee leaps in and stops the fight!

(Rd 3 - 03:16) By knock out, the winner is Michael Dali!

 

 

Official Result: Michael 'Salvador' Dali defeats 'Hollywood' Ricky Heath (Knock Out (Punch) in 1:44 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Michael Dali name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he still wants Brett Krakowski and that "I'm not going anywhere, I'll keep asking until he faces me or quits".

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Blood Spirit" Hyun-Shik Lim (15-2, 0-0 CTC, From: South Korea, Favorite: -540) vs. Carlos dos Santos (15-6, 1-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +430)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'Blood Spirit' Hyun-Shik Lim competes against Carlos dos Santos.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be William Yeats.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Christina Shaw, Benjamin Milligan III, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Lim comes forward, walking down dos Santos.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) dos Santos lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Attacking with intent, Lim scores with one out of a flurry of three punches and then he hits a spin kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) dos Santos scores with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Lim hits a jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) dos Santos misses a right hook and gets countered with a sequence of jabs that are followed by a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Lim stalks forward, pressuring dos Santos.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Lim confidently steps into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Lim throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) dos Santos had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Lim connects with a jab, but dos Santos catches the kick to the body that it set up!

(Rd 1 - 02:03) dos Santos tries to use the caught leg to enable a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) dos Santos uses the position to drive Lim up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) dos Santos tries to take Lim down.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) He has the takedown! Lim pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Lim is controlled against the ground, unable to shift dos Santos off of him.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) dos Santos smothers Lim with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) dos Santos throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) dos Santos lies on top of Lim, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) dos Santos lies on top of Lim, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Lim, 10-9 on my card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Lim.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Lim was too aggressive and his last kick gets caught!

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Seizing his chance, dos Santos attempts a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) With Lim not going down, dos Santos settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) With the cage trapping Lim, dos Santos looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 2 - 04:30) The takedown is successful, Lim pulls half guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) dos Santos fires away with punches, but Lim doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Lim tries to get full guard on dos Santos but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) dos Santos fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) dos Santos looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Lim starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 2 - 03:10) Neither fighter manages to impose himself in the scramble, and they both end up standing.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) Lim slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Lim steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) dos Santos hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:34) Lim fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches dos Santos with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 2 - 01:24) For the first time, Lim is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) dos Santos chooses to shoot in on Lim.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) dos Santos couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Lim hops in place on the other.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) dos Santos can't get Lim down and so settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) dos Santos tries to take Lim down.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Lim gets slammed down, ending up on his hands and knees with dos Santos on top of him.

(Rd 2 - 00:39) dos Santos pounds away and Lim is having serious difficulty surviving them!

(Rd 2 - 00:25) dos Santos unloads with big rights, but Lim covers up well.

(Rd 2 - 00:10) dos Santos tries to pound on Lim, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Good round, that's the sort of action we like to see.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to dos Santos.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's 19-19 by my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:52) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) dos Santos nails a right cross. Lim lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) dos Santos is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) dos Santos uses a left jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Lim hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 02:15) Lim comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 3 - 02:15) dos Santos throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 3 - 02:15) A one-two from Lim fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 02:01) Lim comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 3 - 02:01) dos Santos scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 3 - 02:01) A successful feint leaves dos Santos vulnerable.

(Rd 3 - 02:01) Lim fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) There's a takedown attempt from dos Santos.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) The takedown is successful, Lim pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:25) That's four takedowns from seven attempts.

(Rd 3 - 01:18) The clock runs down as Lim is being smothered against the ground by dos Santos.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:52) dos Santos lies on top of Lim, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 00:13) dos Santos lies on top of Lim, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round certainly got the fans going.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but dos Santos came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have dos Santos ahead 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Lim hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) dos Santos keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) Lim can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches dos Santos with a superb right kick to the head!

(Rd 4 - 04:38) dos Santos wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Lim senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Lim pounds away on dos Santos, landing several great shots that rock him!

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Referee William Yeats pulls Lim away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 4 - 04:11) Hyun-Shik Lim takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'Blood Spirit' Hyun-Shik Lim defeats Carlos dos Santos (TKO (Strikes) in 0:49 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Hyun-Shik Lim thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight. Hyun-Shik Lim is fairly blad when interviewed, but when you're that good look you tend to get forgiven for such flaws.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Sho Kitabatake (18-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Chiba, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Magno Peres Arruda (11-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Sho Kitabatake competes against Magno Peres Arruda in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Ian Rivers, Christina Shaw, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Arruda lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:20) A jab is wide from Arruda, but then he lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Arruda moves in on Kitabatake, preparing to throw.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Arruda fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Arruda can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Kitabatake with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Kitabatake uses great movement to set up a takedown attempt.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Kitabatake gets a single leg takedown! Arruda pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Kitabatake keeps Arruda guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Kitabatake begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Kitabatake gets past, but Arruda stops him at half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) He may have been passed, but Arruda is making Kitabatake work very hard on the ground for position.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Kitabatake is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Kitabatake gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Kitabatake attempts a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) Kitabatake gets the kimura fully applied and Arruda has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Sho Kitabatake takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: Sho Kitabatake defeats Magno Peres Arruda (Submission (Kimura) in 4:25 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Sho Kitabatake praises God, then thanks all of his sponsors before dedicating the win to all of his teammates at Dragon's Lair Gym. Visibly delighted, Sho Kitabatake celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Tsunami" Jin Katou (22-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. "The Street Fighter" Leon Banks (33-15, 1-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Tsunami' Jin Katou faces 'The Street Fighter' Leon Banks in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Ian Rivers, Christina Shaw, and Benjamin Milligan III.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Banks hits a right jab and then catches Katou with a left hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Banks lands a right hand and then hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Katou uses a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. Banks misses a jab but connects cleanly with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Katou looks shaken! He appears to be on rubbery legs after that last strike!

(Rd 1 - 03:56) A big left hand from Banks drops Katou!

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Banks knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Katou, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Banks pounds away with lefts and Katou is eating some heavy shots!

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Banks gets over excited trying to finish the fight and leaves himself open to being swept! Katou scrambles for position.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) The scramble results in Banks being on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Katou pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Banks.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Katou pounds away with rights and Banks is eating some heavy shots!

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Katou pounds away, landing several clean blows on Banks in the process.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) Katou looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) Katou passes to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Katou is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Katou is too skilled for Banks, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Katou is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Banks rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Katou attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Katou flattens Banks out with the rear naked choke, but took too long because the round ends!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Katou, but only a 10-9.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

Quote

 

(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Banks throws a punch but Katou was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Katou dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and an attempted shot to the body that gets taken on the arm.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Katou counters a left hand with a powerful straight right that landed cleanly!

(Rd 2 - 04:11) It's a knock out! Banks is down and out!

(Rd 2 - 04:11) The winner, by knock out; Jin Katou!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Tsunami' Jin Katou defeats 'The Street Fighter' Leon Banks (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:49 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Jin Katou praises his team at Dojo of Zui Quan, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says he is already looking forward to the next fight. Jin Katou handled this interview with aplomb, it was a very impressive, assured performance.

 

 

Attendance: 372

Gate Reciepts: $38,465

Sponsorship: $22,108

Ad Revenue: $792,630

PPV Revenue: $179,098

Merchandise: $3,761

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $383,658)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Jin Katou                 $111,920     Leon Banks               $4,797       KotN: Katou: $5,000
Sho Kitabatake            $93,600      Magno Peres Arruda       $2,932
Hyun-Shik Lim             $18,900      Carlos dos Santos        $2,932
Michael Dali              $6,659       Ricky Heath              $11,570      Perf: Dali: $5,000
Curt Kitson               $17,280      Andranik Paletilolu      $2,932
Gustavo Spagnol           $19,060      Lenny McFadden           $20,070      FotN: Both: $10,000
                                                                             Perf: Both: $5,000
Ryosei Sakamoto           $6,120       Koenraad Belien          $1,866
Lawrence Herringbone      $6,300       Alex Maitland            $1,721
Tikhon Diev               $9,860       Pedro Sousa              $4,929       SotN: Diev: $5,000
Jiroemon Hasegawa         $4,680       Gavriil Sviridov         $1,820
Jacob Matthaus            $3,300       Eisaku Nozaki            $1,300
Garry McSweegan           $5,250       Neville Granville        $1,400
Terry Catt                $2,700       Jasper Osmond            $1,300
Naozane Yamaguchiya       $3,900       Volker Herzog            $1,400
Murray O'Hare             $3,300       Alekos Karabatsos        $1,400
Bill Cumming              $3,450       Conor Houghton           $1,300
Perry Madison             $2,400       Tadashi Kimura           $1,300

 

 

Drug Testing: $19,142

Production: $101,274

 

Profit: $531,988

 

Critical Rating: 82%

Commercial Rating: 76%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              +6.0%             57.0% (Mid Level Regional)
USA                 +4.8%             60.7% (Mid Level Regional)
UK                  +1.6%             69.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Europe              +1.8%             36.4% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           +2.9%             56.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +2.1%             48.2% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                +3.0%             36.9% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +1.8%             35.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +3.2%             30.4% (Low Level Regional)
South America       +4.8%             42.4% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +5.2%             23.7% (Low Level Regional)
Africa              +1.9%             11.7% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- BCF have closed their Welterweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

- OzCast has praised the CTC for this show, but are still seriously considering ending their association with the company. CTC will have to hit a home run with their next show to get them to continue.

- The following fighters have been cut from the CTC roster following their elimination from the tournament: Leon Banks, Magno Peres Arruda, Carlos dos Santos, Ricky Heath, Andranik Paletilolu, Lenny McFadden, Koenraad Belien, Pedro Sousa, Gavriil Sviridov, Eisaku Nozaki, Neville Granville, Jasper Osmond, Volker Herzog, Alekos Karabatsos, Conor Houghton, and Tadashi Kimura.

- The services of Alex Maitland have been retained due to Canadian Fighter Rules.

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

None

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Saturday, Week 1, May 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Zvonimir "The Croatian Sensation" Asanovic (32-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #5, Favorite: -1200) vs. Makhak "Thunder" Kirakosyan (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #124, Underdog: +950)

Zvonimir Asanovic was one of the first men to bring a truly elite kick boxing skill set to MMA, and has become one of the most successful Light Heavyweights in the sport thanks to his clinical pin-point accurate counter-striking. He has become especially famous for his deadly head kicks, and holds the record for most knock outs from that strike. He has been a regular in ALPHA-1 for years, and his ongoing quest to capture the Light Heavyweight title has been a theme of the division all of that time. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Curt Kitson in his last fight. Makhak Kirakosyan is a tall Light Heavyweight from Armenia, who is a former amateur boxer who has very good hands at his disposal and the reach advantage over most people to make him very hard to deal with. Still young, he has the time to improve in other aspects of MMA, and will need to do so to eventually become a major force. He won by second round TKO over Denilson da Cunha in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Dmytro Dargomyzhsky vs. Daniil Skala in the Third Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Aleksei "Fists of Death" Chekhov (23-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #12, Underdog: +100) vs. "Glorious" Joshua Hope (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #117, Favorite: -110)

Aleksei Chekhov is not the most subtle fighter around, he likes to stand and bang and has very little time for finesse. Thanks to his fantastic takedown defence, which forces most people to engage with him, he has managed to be very successful with that strategy. A former star for SIGMA, he jumped to ALPHA-1 in 2001, and won by first round TKO over Gyukudo Teshigahara in his debut. Joshua Hope, after a highly regarded career in amateur wrestling in which he only tasted defeat twice in over a hundred matches, moved to MMA in 1997. A very defensive fighter, ht is difficult to take down or submit, has a good chin, and can use his grappling ability to smother even the liveliest of opponents. He is coming off a second round submission victory over Nestor Morozov in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Big Magic vs. Roko Stipanovic in the Third Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Roberto "The Sniper" Aldez (46-13, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #13, Favorite: -360) vs. "The Dockland Destroyer" Jerry Bogdonovich (11-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #141, Underdog: +280)

Roberto Aldez is a veteran competitor from Brazil, who was once considered the best Light Heavyweight in the world, a superb striker who was especially known for his accurate knock out head kicks (which earned him the nickname "The Sniper"). Unfortunately age has dulled his skills somewhat, and although he still remained a feared opponent, he is not quite the phenom that he used to be. In recent years he had a trilogy of wars with Affonso Villar in FLB, and those performances were more than enough to get him hired by ALPHA-1 in 2001, though he lost by first round TKO to Rafael Van Der Moot in his debut. Jerry Bogdonovich is fast becoming a cult favorite, and is popular because of his no-nonsense aaproach to MMA. He knows that his best strategy is to come out swinging, and that's exactly what he does. It makes for exciting fights, but may be exposed when he moves up to face higher quality opposition than he gets on the regional circuit. He beat Toby Dingleberry by second round TKO in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Naoki Itoh vs. Rens De Beus in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Affonso "The Cyborg" Villar (27-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #4, Favorite: -1110) vs. Renan Heleno (3-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #132, Underdog: +880)

Affonso Villar is a vicious Muay Thai striker, one of the most destructive forces at Light Heavyweight, a 5'10" package of explosive power and lightning fast reactions. Devastating in the pocket, Villar has also shown unbelievable takedown defence that means that most opponents have little option but to try and engage him on the feet. A dominant force in FLB, where his trilogy with Roberto Aldez made his name, he was quickly signed to ALPHA-1 after FLB went bust. His debut was one to savor, as he destroyed the legendary Tadamasa Yamada in savage style. Renan Heleno is a dangerous submission grappler, who has a strong background in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and can give pretty much anyone a torrid time on the ground. Heleno's struggle is bringing the other elements of his game up to scratch, as currently he is very clearly a BJJ competitor attempting to do MMA, not a mixed martial artist. He won by second round submission over Brayden Behrami in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Matthew Michael Kirby vs. Daniel Horsby in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Elgar (29-8, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #20, Favorite: -1120) vs. Priti Manek (8-3, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #109, Underdog: +890)

Elgar is a veteran mixed martial artist from Brazil, a rangey striker who has been a top name in the sport since day one. A master of using leg kicks to chop down opponents to size, his favorite technique is to wear people down, before locking them up in a Muay Thai clinch and carving in their face with knees. A world ranked Light Heavyweight, Elgar followed the vast majority of FLB's talent to ALPHA-1 after the company's collapse, losing a Unanimous Decision to Hyun-Shik Lim in his debut. Priti Manek is a decent all-rounder from Slovenia, originally a kick boxing specialist, who is noted for his frenetic attack style, swarming all over his opponent with strikes in an all-out blitz. He is coming off a 33 second TKO victory over Juan Puga in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Gyukudo Teshigahara vs. Franjo Topic in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Big Magic (2-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #53, Underdog: +390) vs. Roko Stipanovic (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #76, Favorite: -500)

Big Magic is the stage name, for lack of a better term, of John Hodder, a street brawler who became infamous after his crazy antics went viral on the internet. Realising his 'net exploits had a shelf life, Big Magic decided to roll the dice and turn pro, hoping that he might be able to use his notoriety to get some big money paydays before his name value inevitably started to dwindle. GAMMA brought him in as part of their Clash of the Titans show in 2001, where he fought at Heavyweight for the first time, and although he went out in the first round he was a hit with the viewers and was kept on. He was submitted in the third round by Rupert Dreck on the Clash of the Titans Season 2 Finale. Roko Stipanovic is a big Light Heavyweight whose raw power and judo background allows him to toss opponents around like rag dolls. Able to withstand a lot of punishment thanks to a chin carved out of granite, and looks to be a big threat in the future. He joined BCF in 2001, and submitted Max Rebottaro in the second round in his debut. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Aleksei Chekhov vs. Joshua Hope in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Derek "Smash Mouth" South (16-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #28, Favorite: -770) vs. "The Roughneck" Cal Hillson (7-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #101, Underdog: +610)

Derek South is a violent fighter, who likes to inflict pain, a good attribute for an MMA competitor. He is happy to throw bombs with his powerful fists, but is positively delighted when he can take his opponent to the ground and unleash his ultra-nasty ground and pound. He has been a regular in the GAMMA Light Heavyweight division since 1996, although he has yet to become anything other than a middle-of-the-pack guy. He is on a two fight winning streak and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Bryan Van Den Hauwe in his last fight. Cal Hillson is the very definition of a rugged fighter. The proud Texan is a brawler whose iron chin and ability to withstand punishment allows him the luxury of getting in close and swinging for the fences, regardless of who his opponent is. He calls himself the most dangerous man in the world at Light Heavyweight, although this is factually completely innacurate. He won by first round TKO over Athur Franco in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Washi Shiganori vs. Dennis Eck in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Scourge of Europe" Nicolai Mickiewicz (22-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #21, Favorite: -740) vs. Leandro Piquet (21-10-1, 1-0-1 CTC, Tournament Seed: #149, Underdog: +590)

Nicolai Mickiewicz is a powerful wrestler who is always in peak physical condition, he has garnered a reputation for being virtually unstoppable thanks to his granite chin and excellent ground defence. Although he has tasted defeat a few times, all his losses have come via the judges. Even Niko Soldo, a man noted above all else as a top-class finisher, couldn't put Michiewicz away when they clashed over the SIGMA Light Heavyweight title in October 1997. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Valentin Taneyev in his last fight. Leandro Piquet is an ultra solid Muay Thai fighter, who is known primarily for his love of flashy, unorthodox strikes. They aren't actually that effective, but fans love them. Once considered to be a threat to the Light Heavyweight elite, Piquet disastrous run with FLB (in which he went 1-5 and was repeatedly finished by lower-ranked fighters) has seen his reputation crumble and he is now facing a real battle to get his career back on track. He fought to a Split Draw with Michael Klaughnschue in the First Round, then beat Klaughnschue by third round TKO in the rematch to advance. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Rupert Dreck vs. Otto Witzke in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Matthew Michael Kirby (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #61, Favorite: -350) vs. Daniel "The Stud" Hornsby (13-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #68, Underdog: +270)

Matthew Michael Kirby is a big, tall, powerful boxer from Scotland, who is a rising star on the Light Heavyweight scene. After signing for BCF in late 2000 MMK began his career in the "big leagues" in style, putting in impressive back-to-back wins over Mick Curran and Murray O'Hare to send him rocketing up the rankings. Daniel Hornsby is a Light Heavyweight bruiser, a decent fighter who relies heavily on his grappling skills and powerful ground and pound to beat opponents. Something of a nearly man in his home company of BCF, twice Hornsby has challenged for the Light Heavyweight championship and twice he has been defeated. These losses seem to have affected his confidence, and lately he has been on the wrong end of beatings by younger rising stars. He is coming off a second round TKO loss to Tikhon Diev in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Affonso Villar vs. Renan Heleno in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Nilton Fantoni (10-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #29, Favorite: -940) vs. Jericho Stewart (8-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #100, Underdog: +750)

Nilton Fantoni is a rising star in MMA, who is a high level fighter who combines elite Jiu-Jitsu skills with top quality grappling, topping it all off by being an extremely good athlete too. His one weakness is a mediocre striking game. FLB signed him in 2000 after being impressed by his performances on the local circuit and although he only had two fights before the company collapsed, he won both in impressive fashion. GAMMA were certainly impressed, as they hired him shortly after, and he debuted with a first round D'Arce Choke submission victory over Christian Mountfield. Jericho Stewart is one of the most powerfully built Light Heavyweights around, who is a hard puncher who had a fine career as an amateur boxer in his youth. Very few people will want to stand with him due to his quick hands and knock out power, but taking him off his feet could be a tough task due to his good sprawl and sheer physical strength when grappling. He won by first round TKO over Logan Sky in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Kendall Tracey vs. Logan Bluffer in the Third Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Green Machine" Rupert Dreck (10-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #44, Favorite: -1120) vs. Otto Witzke (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #85, Underdog: +890)

Rupert Dreck is a decent wrestler, who's normal M.O. is to use his grappling skills to take the fight to the ground. Once down there, he has the submission skills to make life very uncomfortable for his opponent. After going 9-0 on the local circuit, GAMMA brought him in. He marked his debut with a dramatic come from behind victory over Big Magic, slapping on a wicked triangle choke with armbar after being shockingly dominated for two rounds by the Internet favorite. Otto Witzke is a German fighter whose background is primarily in Muay Thai. A hot prospect for the future, he was signed 2001 after only 4 professional fights, impressed by his ability to finish opponents quickly, and often brutally. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Nicolai Mickiewicz vs. Leandro Piquet in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Kendall "The Gambler" Tracey (11-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #36, Favorite: -480) vs. Logan Bluffer (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #93, Underdog: +380)

Kendall Tracey is a dangerous opponent for anyone, and is a threat from many positions. He is probably a few steps off the level of the true elite of MMA, but he remains somebody who can never be taken lightly. He has been with GAMMA since 1996 and is a mainstay of the Light Heavyweight division. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Toby Sorkin in his last fight. Logan Bluffer is a fine wrestler whose strong suits are taking people down and beating them up. He is still adapting to MMA, as evidenced by his work-in-progress stand up skills, but he has the potential to be a major player down the line. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Nilton Fantoni vs. Jericho Stewart in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Naoki Itoh (25-17, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #52, Underdog: +260) vs. "White Wolf" Rens De Beus (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #77, Favorite: -330)

Naoki Itoh is hardly the most versatile fighter in the world, relying almost entirely on looking for knock out from his big left hand, but he continues to be a dangerous foe simply because it only takes a second for him to put someone's lights out. Approaching the end of his career, ALPHA-1 now use him primarily as a Light Heavyweight gatekeeper of sorts. He is coming off a 51 second TKO loss to Washi Shiganori in his last fight. Rens De Beus is a grappler, who is at his best when he can take his opponent to the ground and batter him senseless with ground and pound. His big issue is that his striking is atrocious and therefore everyone knows that he can be kept at bay with good strikes. Still, after pounding his way to a 6-0 record on the Dutch local scene, SIGMA were happy to pick him up in April 2001 and he marked his debut with a Unanimous Decision victory over Andranik Paletilolu. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Roberto Aldez vs. Jerry Bogdonovich in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Gyukudo Teshigahara (9-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #45, Favorite: -1100) vs. Franjo Topic (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #84, Underdog: +870)

Gyukudo Teshigahara is a powerful wrestler from Japan, who loves to put opponents on their back and smother them into defeat. It's a safety first approach, but that does not mean he doesn't possess an element of danger, he has fairly heavy hands and rapidly improving ground and pound. He signed with ALPHA-1 in 1999 and has spent the last few years slowly working his way up the rankings. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Aleksei Chekhov in his last fight. Franjo Topic is a rugged striker from Belgrade, who loves to fight from up close and hurt his opponent from the clinch and often turned his fights into nasty wars of attrition. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Elgar vs. Priti Manek in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Dmytro Dargomyzhsky (22-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #60, Favorite: -430) vs. Daniil "Skull Crusher" Skala (21-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #69, Underdog: +340)

Dmytro Dargomyzhsky is a veteran of the European scene, a solid folk style wrestler who loves to pin opponents up against the cage and punish them with dirty boxing and vicious knee strikes. A tough, rugged customer, he's a massive test for any opponent. He has been a regular with SIGMA since 1998 and has even contended for the Light Heavyweight title, albeit unsuccessfully. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Faas Smit in his last fight. Daniil Skala is a good striker who is dangerous with both hands and feet, and is a tough Russia fighter who is noted for his ice cold temperment. He never gets flustered, and gives the impression that he doesn't even feel half the shots he takes. Skala has been working for SIGMA since they first opened, and is one of the mainstays of the Light Heavyweight division. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Emil Karlsson in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Zvonimir Asanovic vs. Makhak Kirakosyan in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Washi Shiganori (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #37, Favorite: -1200) vs. Dennis "The Menace" Eck (0-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #92, Underdog: +950)

Washi Shiganori is a very good striker who is always in great fighting shape. He has the ability to go toe-to-toe with anybody in the sport. What will undoubtedly hold him back from achieving the success his striking deserves is his weak chin and infuriating inconsistency. ALPHA-1 brought him into their Light Heavyweight division in 2001, and he debuted with a 51 second TKO victory over Naoki Itoh. Dennis Eck is a brawler from San Diego. There's nothing subtle or fancy about him, he just gets in the cage and hits hard. He's exactly the sort of fighter who will do well on the regional scene but will find it hard to advance to a higher level. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Derek South vs. Cal Hillson in the Third Round.

 

Weigh-In Results

Zvonimir Asanovic (205 lbs) vs. Makhak Kirakosyan (205 lbs)

Aleksei Chekhov (205 lbs) vs. Joshua Hope (205 lbs)

Roberto Aldez (205 lbs) vs. Jerry Bogdonovich (205 lbs)

Affonso Villar (205 lbs) vs. Renan Heleno (205 lbs)

Elgar (205 lbs) vs. Priti Manek (205 lbs)

Big Magic (205 lbs) vs. Roko Stipanovic (205 lbs)

Derek South (205 lbs) vs. Cal Hillson (205 lbS)

Nicolai Mickiewicz (205 lbs) vs. Leandro Piquet (205 lbs)

Matthew Michael Kirby (205 lbs) vs. Daniel Hornsby (205 lbs)

Nilton Fantoni (205 lbs) vs. Jericho Stewart (205 lbs)

Rupert Dreck (205 lbs) vs. Otto Witzke (205 lbs)

Kendall Tracey (205 lbs) vs. Logan Bluffer (205 lbs)

Naoki Itoh (205 lbs) vs. Rens De Beus (205 lbs)

Gyukudo Teshigahara (205 lbs) vs. Franjo Topic (205 lbs)

Dmytro Dargomyzhsky (205 lbs) vs. Daniil Skala (205 lbs)

Washi Shiganori (205 lbs) vs. Dennis Eck (205 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 21 Full Fight Card

LHW: Zvonimir Asanovic vs. Makhak Kirakosyan

LHW: Aleksei Chekhov vs. Joshua Hope

LHW: Roberto Aldez vs. Jerry Bogdonovich

LHW: Affonso Villar vs. Renan Heleno

LHW: Elgar vs. Priti Manek

LHW: Big Magic vs. Roko Stipanovic

LHW: Derek South vs. Cal Hillson

LHW: Nicolai Mickiewicz vs. Leandro Piquet

LHW: Matthew Michael Kirby vs. Daniel Hornsby

LHW: Nilton Fantoni vs. Jericho Stewart

 

LHW: Rupert Dreck vs. Otto Witzke

LHW: Kendall Tracey vs. Logan Bluffer

LHW: Naoki Itoh vs. Rens De Beus

LHW: Gyukudo Teshigahara vs. Franjo Topic

LHW: Dmytro Dargomyzhsky vs. Daniil Skala

LHW: Washi Shiganori vs. Dennis Eck

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Saturday, Week 1, May 2002

Live From Sarnia, Ontario

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Washi Shiganori (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Dennis "The Menace" Eck (0-0, 0-0 CTC, From: San Diego, California, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

Quote

 

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the prelims with Washi Shiganori taking on Dennis 'The Menace' Eck.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:48) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Shiganori opens Eck up with a feint.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Shiganori slips past a left hook and counters with two jabs that are followed by a left cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Eck misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Shiganori attacks with a couple of jabs that are followed by a wicked left head kick!

(Rd 1 - 04:10) He's down! Eck falls to the floor!

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Shiganori quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Eck!

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Shiganori pounds away, Eck is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Referee Harry A. Bierce jumps in and saves Eck from taking any more shots!

(Rd 1 - 03:58) The winner, by TKO; Washi Shiganori!

 

 

Official Result: Washi Shiganori defeats Dennis 'The Menace' Eck (TKO (Strikes) in 1:02 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Washi Shiganori thanks everyone connected to J1 Circle for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Washi Shiganori says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Dmytro Dargomyzhsky (22-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Favorite: -430) vs. Daniil "Skull Crusher" Skala (21-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Omsk, Russia, Underdog: +340)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Dmytro Dargomyzhsky takes on Daniil 'Skull Crusher' Skala.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) An offer to touch gloves is completely ignored by Dargomyzhsky.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Dargomyzhsky lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Skala hits a left jab and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Skala comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Skala lands a left hand and then catches Dargomyzhsky with a superb right kick to the head!

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Dargomyzhsky hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Without hesitation, Skala goes to finish Dargomyzhsky off with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Dargomyzhsky is back to his feet too quickly though.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Skala moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) A jab lands from Skala, but Dargomyzhsky avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) A jab lands from Skala, but Dargomyzhsky steps back to avoid a high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Dargomyzhsky clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Skala fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a sick right head kick!

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Dargomyzhsky wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Skala senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Skala hits several vicious stomps and kicks, but Dargomyzhsky incredibly weathers the storm!

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Dargomyzhsky gets back up after making Skala step back to avoid an up-kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Skala throws a punch but Dargomyzhsky was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Dargomyzhsky comes in and grabs Skala in a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Dargomyzhsky uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Skala.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Dargomyzhsky tries to wrestle Skala backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Dargomyzhsky manages it and controls Skala up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:34) Skala is trapped against the cage and Dargomyzhsky punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 01:19) Skala is trapped against the cage and Dargomyzhsky punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Unable to break free, Skala is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Skala.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Skala to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Skala comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Skala connects with a jab, but a big right head kick is wide of the mark.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) A jab is wide from Skala, but then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:20) Skala is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) A jab lands from Skala, but then can't connect with a head kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Skala can't connect with a jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Dargomyzhsky.

(Rd 2 - 03:35) Skala lands a left hand and then catches Dargomyzhsky with a superb right kick to the head!

(Rd 2 - 03:35) It's a knock out! Dargomyzhsky is down and out!

(Rd 2 - 03:25) The winner, by knock out, is Daniil 'Skull Crusher' Skala!

 

 

Official Result: Daniil 'Skull Crusher' Skala defeats Dmytro Dargomyzhsky (Knock Out (Kick) in 1:35 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Daniil Skala name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of the fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is glad to overcome the odds and that being the underdog helped motivate him.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Gyukudo Teshigahara (9-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Favorite: -1100) vs. Franjo Topic (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Belgrade, Serbia, Underdog: +870)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Gyukudo Teshigahara goes head to head with Franjo Topic.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Edward Wilde, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Teshigahara manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Teshigahara is looking to muscle Topic back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) He does so and now has Topic pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Teshigahara goes low and comes up holding a single leg, leaving Topic hopping and in danger of getting taken down.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Teshigahara smartly sweeps the standing leg to execute a nice trip!

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Topic gives up his back off the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Teshigahara tries to finish Topic off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) The rear naked choke is in deep, Topic has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 04:03) The winner, by submission, is Gyukudo Teshigahara!

 

 

Official Result: Gyukudo Teshigahara defeats Franjo Topic (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 0:57 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Gyukudo Teshigahara praises his team at J1 Circle, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Gyukudo Teshigahara says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Naoki Itoh (25-17, 0-0 CTC, From: Yokohama, Japan, Underdog: +260) vs. "White Wolf" Rens De Beus (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Amsterdam, Netherlands, Favorite: -330)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Naoki Itoh competing against 'White Wolf' Rens De Beus.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 205lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that De Beus is much bigger.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Itoh can't hit a set-up right jab, but then hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) De Beus looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Itoh can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a fantastic left cross!

(Rd 1 - 04:42) De Beus hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Itoh senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Itoh pounds away with lefts, De Beus is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face!

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Referee Kyle Crisp jumps in and stops the fight as De Beus went limp!

(Rd 1 - 04:26) By knock out, the winner is Naoki Itoh!

 

 

Official Result: Naoki Itoh defeats 'White Wolf' Rens De Beus (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:34 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Naoki Itoh name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Kendall "The Gambler" Tracey (11-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Sherbrooke, Quebec, Favorite: -480) vs. Logan Bluffer (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Las Vegas, Nevada, Underdog: +380)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Kendall 'The Gambler' Tracey takes on Logan Bluffer.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Bluffer shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Tracey is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) The clock runs down as Tracey is being smothered against the ground by Bluffer.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) Time slips away as Bluffer successfully keeps Tracey stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Bluffer throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 03:16) Tracey pulls Bluffer in close and hits a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Bluffer smothers Tracey with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Bluffer lies on top of Tracey, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Tracey closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Bluffer lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Tracey throws a punch but Bluffer avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Tracey throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Bluffer seizes the chance and grabs Tracey into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Bluffer is trying to push Tracey so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:27) Tracey ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Tracey is trapped up against the cage, unable to get free.

(Rd 1 - 01:16) Nothing really happens for the next sixty seconds or so, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) It isn't a pretty tactic, but Bluffer is wearing Tracey down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) They remain in that position, dirty boxing each other, for the rest of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Bluffer, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Bluffer to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Tracey uses a left jab, but Bluffer evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 04:41) There's a takedown attempt from Bluffer.

(Rd 2 - 04:41) Bluffer gets a single leg takedown! Tracey pulls guard off it.

(Rd 2 - 04:41) That's his second takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Bluffer peppers Tracey with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.

(Rd 2 - 04:21) Tracey looks for an elbow from the bottom, but Bluffer leans forward and smothers it.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Tracey is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Bluffer off of him.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Bluffer smothers Tracey with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Time slips away as Bluffer successfully keeps Tracey stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 02:14) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Bluffer warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Tracey lands a left jab, but Bluffer avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) Tracey shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) The takedown is completed, Bluffer is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) Tracey throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) Tracey deflects a couple of punches that Bluffer threw from below.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) In guard, Tracey begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 2 - 01:09) Tracey struggles but cannot find a way past and remains stuck in guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:37) Tracey deflects a couple of punches that Bluffer threw from below.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) Tracey pounds away but Bluffer deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 2 - 00:07) Bluffer tries to catch Tracey with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Bluffer.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Bluffer ahead 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:45) Tracey throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Seizing the opportunity, Bluffer clinches.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Bluffer is looking to muscle Tracey back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Tracey out-wrestles him though.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Tracey looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:05) Bluffer cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Tracey throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) Bluffer tries to pull guard on Tracey but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 03:04) Tracey begins trying to get himself into mount.

(Rd 3 - 03:04) Tracey mounts Bluffer.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Tracey pounds away and Bluffer struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Tracey pounds away and Bluffer struggles to deal with them.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Tracey unloads with massive right hands and Bluffer is getting destroyed!

(Rd 3 - 01:53) The referee pulls Tracey away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 3 - 01:33) The winner, by TKO; Kendall Tracey!

 

 

Official Result: Kendall 'The Gambler' Tracey defeats Logan Bluffer (TKO (Strikes) in 3:27 of round 3). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Kendall Tracey thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Kendall Tracey celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Green Machine" Rupert Dreck (10-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Provo, Utah, Favorite: -1120) vs. Otto Witzke (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Berlin, Germany, Underdog: +890)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, 'The Green Machine' Rupert Dreck battles Otto Witzke in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Witzke doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Dreck hits a pair of jabs and also scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Witzke initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) Dreck hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 1 - 04:10) A one-two from Witzke fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Witzke comes forward, walking down Dreck.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Dreck scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Witzke doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Moving forward constantly, Witzke is pressuring Dreck.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Dreck scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Witzke uses a left jab but Dreck avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Witzke comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Dreck hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:46) Witzke throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Dreck comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) The takedown is completed, Witzke is on his back and pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Dreck begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Dreck looks to get a mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) He goes for the mount but Witzke starts a scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Dreck ends up in guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Dreck begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) He can't find a way past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Dreck.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Dreck, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Moving forward constantly, Witzke is pressuring Dreck.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Dreck lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 04:12) Witzke lands a jab and then he hits a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Dreck doesn't connect with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Witzke lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Witzke moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Dreck into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Dreck hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:32) Witzke doesn't trouble his opponent with a triple punch combo.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:12) Dreck counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Taking a few gulps of breath, Witzke is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Witzke comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Dreck hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 2 - 02:52) Witzke throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Witzke moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Dreck into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Dreck lands two left hands in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Witzke fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Dreck with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) Witzke hits a left jab but can't hit a right cross. Dreck hits a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) Witzke misses with a big right hand, allowing Dreck to counter with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 2 - 01:20) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:46) Witzke misses a high kick that leaves him open. Dreck comes in quickly with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:22) Dreck misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Witzke comes in with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Dreck.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Dreck is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Moving forward constantly, Witzke is pressuring Dreck.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Dreck hit two counter left hands.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Witzke can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits Dreck with a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Witzke misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:23) Witzke is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) Witzke comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) Dreck had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) A one-two from Witzke fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 03:45) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 03:16) Dreck comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 03:16) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Witzke pulling guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) In guard, Dreck begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) He passes to half guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Witzke is really working hard on the ground to slow down Dreck and make him work for everything.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Dreck unloads with some right hands, but Witzke deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) Dreck throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:52) Dreck attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 3 - 01:52) Dreck gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:42) Dreck tries to ensnare Witzke in an americana.

(Rd 3 - 00:42) Witzke doesn't allow the americana to be applied.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Witzke looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Dreck pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Dreck tries to pound on Witzke, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Dreck, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Witzke is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:47) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Witzke misses a right hook and gets countered with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Dreck dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) For the first time, Dreck is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) Dreck slips past a right hook and counters with a pair of jabs that are followed by a good right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:56) A stand-up striking battle is doing Witzke no favours, Dreck is comfortably winning the exchanges so far in this fight.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 4 - 02:52) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:19) Witzke can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a body kick.

(Rd 4 - 01:59) Witzke throws some strikes and a kick to the body, but Dreck defends them well.

(Rd 4 - 01:50) Seizing the opportunity, Dreck shoots.

(Rd 4 - 01:43) Dreck was too fast and strong and sends Witzke flying backward with a double leg takedown! He gets side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:43) He continues to enjoy a 100% takedown completion rate in this fight.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) Dreck attempts to armbar Witzke from side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) Dreck gets an armbar and applies pressure to the arm, Witzke is in huge trouble!

(Rd 4 - 01:33) No! He pops his arm free. That was really close.

(Rd 4 - 01:33) Witzke tries to scramble but Dreck is too fast and gets side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:04) Dreck throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 4 - 00:48) Dreck attempts a kimura.

(Rd 4 - 00:48) Witzke gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 4 - 00:13) 'The Green Machine' Rupert Dreck takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Green Machine' Rupert Dreck defeats Otto Witzke (Submission (Kimura) in 4:47 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Rupert Dreck praises his team at War Dogs, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Rupert Dreck says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. A lively, charismatic speaker, Rupert Dreck is great at using these interviews to sell himself.

 

 

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CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Nilton Fantoni (10-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Fortaleza, Brazil, Favorite: -940) vs. Jericho Stewart (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: San Juan, Puerto Rico, Underdog: +750)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the main portion of the show with Nilton Fantoni vs. Jericho Stewart.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Edward Wilde, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Stewart comes in fast with four quick punches, although they're all dealt with comfortably, and then hits Fantoni with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Fantoni had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:25) Stepping in, Stewart throws three quick punches, two of which land, but Fantoni evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Stewart hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Stewart closes in on Fantoni, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Stewart comes in with a flurry of five quick punches, landing all of them, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Stewart closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Attacking with intent, Stewart scores with a flurry of five punches but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Fantoni shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) He has the takedown! Stewart pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) In guard, Fantoni is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Fantoni looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) After a struggle, he gets to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Fantoni tries a slicing elbow strike, but Stewart deflects it.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Fantoni throws a few right hands to the body.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Fantoni tries to pass the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Fantoni gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Fantoni unloads with big right hands and Stewart is struggling to cope!

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Stewart turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Stewart came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Fantoni, the heavy favourite, would not have expected the first round to go like that; he looks a little dazed.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Fantoni appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Stewart took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Stewart throws a punch but Fantoni was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Stewart moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Stewart can't connect with a jab, but then hits Fantoni with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) Stewart throws a two-punch combo but Fantoni avoids both.

(Rd 2 - 04:25) Fantoni takes the chance and grabs Stewart into a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Fantoni tries to wrestle Stewart backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:19) Fantoni achieves it, pinning Stewart to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Fantoni looks to take Stewart down with a trip.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) An excellent outside leg trip sees Stewart get sent to the mat!

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Stewart is left seated, with his back to the cage, with Fantoni holding him down.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Fantoni tries to put Stewart into a guillotine choke.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Stewart gets caught by the guillotine, and it's tight enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 2 - 03:14) By submission, the winner is Nilton Fantoni!

 

 

Official Result: Nilton Fantoni defeats Jericho Stewart (Submission (Guillotine) in 1:46 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Fantastic.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Nilton Fantoni praises his team at House of Pain, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says he is already looking forward to the next fight. Nilton Fantoni is good at these interviews and knows how to sell himself.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Matthew Michael Kirby (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Edinburgh, Scotland, Favorite: -350) vs. Daniel "The Stud" Hornsby (13-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Essex, England, Underdog: +270)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Matthew Michael Kirby takes on Daniel 'The Stud' Hornsby.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Kirby can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Hornsby warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Kirby can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Kirby can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) A jab is wide from Kirby, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Kirby shouts at his opponent, telling them to bring it on.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Kirby looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) A tentative jab from Hornsby lands.

(Rd 1 - 03:49) Kirby connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Kirby throws a punch but Hornsby was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 03:32) Seizing the opportunity, Hornsby clinches.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Hornsby attempts to pick Kirby up for a slam.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Hornsby gets it! Hornsby gets side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Hornsby fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) Kirby tries to move to guard, but Hornsby doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) Hornsby fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Kirby tries to move to guard, but Hornsby doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Hornsby throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) In side control, Hornsby catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) Kirby tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

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

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Hornsby fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) Hornsby blocks Kirby as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Circling warily, Hornsby is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Kirby can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Kirby.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Hornsby may have been aiming to get in close, but Kirby aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Kirby connects with two left hands and then catches Hornsby with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Hornsby is hurt, that blow seems to have broken his nose judging by the blood.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) That's going to make breathing a lot tougher and tire him out quicker.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Kirby can't connect with a jab, but then catches Hornsby with a stunning right hook!

(Rd 2 - 04:34) It's a knock out! Hornsby is down and out!

(Rd 2 - 04:24) The winner, by knock out; Matthew Michael Kirby!

 

 

Official Result: Matthew Michael Kirby defeats Daniel 'The Stud' Hornsby (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:36 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Matthew Michael Kirby praises his team at KO Fighters, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Matthew Michael Kirby celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. This was a solid performance from a marketable fighter.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Scourge of Europe" Nicolai Mickiewicz (22-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Minsk, Belarus, Favorite: -740) vs. Leandro Piquet (21-10-1, 1-0-1 CTC, From: Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Underdog: +590)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Scourge Of Europe' Nicolai Mickiewicz competes against Leandro Piquet.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) A jab is wide from Piquet, but then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Mickiewicz gets hold of Piquet without taking too much damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Mickiewicz uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Piquet as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Piquet gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Mickiewicz uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) Mickiewicz is trying to push Piquet so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:19) He does so and now has Piquet pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Piquet is trapped against the cage and Mickiewicz punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Piquet is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Mickiewicz uses dirty boxing to punish Piquet while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Showing his ability to control opponents, Mickiewicz smothers Piquet against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Referee Harry A. Bierce decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) A jab lands from Piquet, but Mickiewicz evades a big right punch.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Piquet comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Mickiewicz, but Piquet was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Piquet hits a left jab and then hits Mickiewicz with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:12) Piquet connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Moving in, Mickiewicz appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Piquet connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Piquet steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 00:41) Piquet hits a left hand, but the following leg kick misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) Piquet confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) Piquet throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Piquet closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Piquet fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Mickiewicz, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Mickiewicz looks very happy with that first round. He is certainly living up to position as being the heavy favourite to win this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's going to be a real uphill struggle for Piquet from this point onward.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Mickiewicz comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Piquet tries to go to the body with a sharp hook but is off-target.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Mickiewicz gets hold of Piquet, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Mickiewicz looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) He has the takedown! Piquet pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) In guard, Mickiewicz is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Mickiewicz leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Piquet.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Mickiewicz fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Piquet throws out some punches, but Mickiewicz leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Mickiewicz lies on top of Piquet, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 02:50) Time slips away as Mickiewicz successfully keeps Piquet stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) Mickiewicz throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 2 - 02:01) Piquet throws out some punches, but Mickiewicz leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 2 - 01:41) Mickiewicz is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:41) Mickiewicz passes guard, but Piquet was ready and a scramble for position ensues.

(Rd 2 - 01:30) Mickiewicz takes his back! He was lightning quick there, what a great move!

(Rd 2 - 01:17) Mickiewicz increases his control by getting both hooks in.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Mickiewicz tries to finish Piquet off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Piquet stops Mickiewicz from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 2 - 00:12) Mickiewicz, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 2 - 00:12) Piquet fights off the rear naked choke attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mickiewicz.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Mickiewicz up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Mickiewicz steps in, seemingly willing to take strikes if it means getting close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Piquet throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 3 - 04:43) With a clear opportunity, Mickiewicz is able to move in fast and clinch with Piquet.

(Rd 3 - 04:34) Piquet gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Mickiewicz uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) Mickiewicz looks to sweep a leg out from under Piquet so as to take him down with a trip.

(Rd 3 - 04:14) He sweeps the leg, sending Piquet to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control!

(Rd 3 - 04:00) Mickiewicz fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Mickiewicz tries to pound on Piquet with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Piquet tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 3 - 03:04) Mickiewicz drops three elbows but does minimal damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) Mickiewicz blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 02:39) Mickiewicz pounds away on Piquet, landing a few glancing elbow strikes but nothing too damaging.

(Rd 3 - 02:26) Mickiewicz blocks Piquet as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) Mickiewicz pounds away with elbows but is unable to land many clean shots.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Piquet tries to pull guard on Mickiewicz but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 01:33) Mickiewicz pounds away with elbow strikes but Piquet isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) Piquet tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 3 - 01:03) In side control, Mickiewicz throws a couple of punches designed to keep Piquet guessing.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) Piquet tries to pull guard on Mickiewicz but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) Mickiewicz throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Mickiewicz blocks Piquet as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mickiewicz.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Piquet needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) Piquet throws a one-two, but Mickiewicz was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 04:37) Mickiewicz gets hold of Piquet.

(Rd 4 - 04:30) Mickiewicz uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Piquet.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Piquet tries to wriggle free, but Mickiewicz controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) Mickiewicz hits Piquet with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 4 - 03:47) Mickiewicz uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Piquet.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) Piquet gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Mickiewicz uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 4 - 03:16) Mickiewicz tries to wrestle Piquet backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:16) Piquet ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:00) Mickiewicz pins Piquet up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 02:44) Mickiewicz shows great control, keeping Piquet pressed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:44) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Mickiewicz keeps Piquet stuck against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 4 - 00:33) Piquet is looking really tired.

(Rd 4 - 00:33) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them.

(Rd 4 - 00:33) For the first time, Mickiewicz is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 4 - 00:21) Piquet can't connect with a jab, but then hits Mickiewicz with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 00:08) A jab is wide from Piquet, but then he hits Mickiewicz with a leg kick.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Mickiewicz.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Piquet is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 5 - 04:53) A jab is wide from Piquet, but then he hits a body kick.

(Rd 5 - 04:38) Mickiewicz is able to grab Piquet.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Mickiewicz is trying to push Piquet so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:28) Mickiewicz does it, Piquet is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:11) Piquet is controlled up against the cage and takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) Mickiewicz smothers Piquet against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Mickiewicz presses Piquet into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Harry A. Bierce restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Mickiewicz is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) A tired-looking Mickiewicz shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) The takedown is successful, Piquet pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:17) In guard, Mickiewicz is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 5 - 01:50) Time slips away as Mickiewicz successfully keeps Piquet stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 01:16) Mickiewicz smothers Piquet with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 00:37) Mickiewicz begins trying to pass the guard.

(Rd 5 - 00:37) He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.

(Rd 5 - 00:03) Piquet throws out some punches, but Mickiewicz leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Mickiewicz.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 49-46 (Edward Wilde), 50-45 (Reginald Wodehouse) and 50-45 (Johnny Beerbohm).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Scourge Of Europe' Nicolai Mickiewicz!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Scourge Of Europe' Nicolai Mickiewicz defeats Leandro Piquet (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Nicolai Mickiewicz thanks all his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He is asked who he'd like to face in his next fight, and replies that he isn't one to hide from a public challenge and that he is happy to face Tikhon Diev.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Derek "Smash Mouth" South (16-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Gotham City, New Jersey, Favorite: -770) vs. "The Roughneck" Cal Hillson (7-0, 1-0 CTC, From: The Great State of Texas, Underdog: +610)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Derek 'Smash Mouth' South fights 'The Roughneck' Cal Hillson.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) South looks significantly bigger than Hillson as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Hillson deliberately doesn't touch gloves to start.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Hillson comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Hillson moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) A jab is wide from Hillson, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Hillson comes forward, walking down South.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) South fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) A jab is wide from Hillson, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Hillson moves forward, constantly trying to pressure South into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Hillson moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure South.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Hillson hits a left jab and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) South comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 02:28) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Hillson pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Time slips away as South successfully keeps Hillson stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Hillson is controlled against the ground, unable to shift South off of him.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) The clock runs down as Hillson is being smothered against the ground by South.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) The clock runs down as Hillson is being smothered against the ground by South.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) The clock runs down as Hillson is being smothered against the ground by South.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think South took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) South looks very happy with that first round. He is certainly living up to position as being the heavy favourite to win this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's going to be a real uphill struggle for Hillson from this point onward.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Hillson comes forward to attack.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) South hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Hillson hits a left hand but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) South lands a left jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Hillson lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Hillson lets fly with a verbal barrage of trash talk.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Hillson slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Hillson confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) South, backing off, hits a weak left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Hillson connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) Hillson steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) South misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) A jab is wide from Hillson, but then he hits South with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Hillson moves forward, constantly trying to pressure South into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Hillson steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 2 - 02:34) Hillson hits a left hand but South evades a big right punch.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:14) Hillson comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:14) South hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 02:14) Hillson lands a left jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Hillson is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) South misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Hillson to attack with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Hillson comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) South lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) Hillson fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits South with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) Hillson comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) South lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:10) Hillson fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) Hillson comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) South lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) Hillson lands a left jab but South avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Hillson moves forward, constantly trying to pressure South into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) South fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Hillson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits South with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 00:13) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:13) South misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Hillson comes in with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Hillson, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) By my reckoning we're dead level at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:49) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) South hits a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Hillson lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Blood is visible on South, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) South chooses to shoot in on Hillson.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Hillson cannot stop the takedown, South drove in with too much power.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) South ends up holding a seated Hillson around the waist, pressing him up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) Hillson doesn't allow South to smother him against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Hillson hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) South fires off some rights, but Hillson isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 3 - 02:53) Hillson hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) South tries to control Hillson against the cage, but finds it a struggle.

(Rd 3 - 02:16) Hillson hits several frustrated punches to the back, but they're not going to do any damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:51) Time slips away as South successfully keeps Hillson stuck against the cage wall.

(Rd 3 - 01:27) Hillson is controlled against the cage wall, unable to shift South off of him.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee separating them.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) South is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) South misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Hillson to attack with a left jab and a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 3 - 00:29) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think South took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to South.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on South.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Moving in, South appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Hillson connects with a nice jab and then hits South with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 4 - 03:57) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 03:57) Hillson slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:57) A strike has re-opened the cut under the eye of South.

(Rd 4 - 03:39) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 4 - 03:24) Hillson is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Hillson comes forward, walking down South.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) South fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 4 - 03:09) Hillson throws a two-punch combo but South avoids both.

(Rd 4 - 02:50) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) Hillson initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) South throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) Hillson throws a two-punch combo but South avoids both.

(Rd 4 - 02:07) Hillson comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:07) South hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 4 - 02:07) Hillson fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches South with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:01) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:01) Hillson tries to wriggle free, but South controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 4 - 01:48) South tries to take Hillson down.

(Rd 4 - 01:48) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 4 - 01:32) Hillson is looking really tired.

(Rd 4 - 01:32) South pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:14) South blocks Hillson as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:01) South throws some short elbows but Hillson defends against them well.

(Rd 4 - 00:44) South blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:28) South unloads with big elbows but Hillson is able to deal with most of them.

(Rd 4 - 00:15) Hillson tries to pull guard on South but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to South, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Hillson really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up South.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 5 - 04:25) South is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) Hillson attacks with strikes.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) South manages a counter jab.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) A one-two from Hillson fails to land.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Hillson comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) South manages a counter jab.

(Rd 5 - 03:49) Hillson connects with a jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) With control of the clinch, South tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) The takedown is completed, South would not be denied.

(Rd 5 - 03:36) South takes the back off the takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:25) South looks very tired out there.

(Rd 5 - 03:25) South successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.

(Rd 5 - 03:05) South, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 5 - 03:05) Hillson stops South from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 5 - 02:41) Hillson tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) South pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Hillson.

(Rd 5 - 02:11) South pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Hillson.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) South, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) Hillson stops South from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 5 - 01:32) Hillson attempts to pull free of the hooks, but South doesn't allow it.

(Rd 5 - 01:17) South pounds away on Hillson but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) South pounds away, landing several clean blows on Hillson in the process.

(Rd 5 - 00:37) South fires off some rights, but Hillson isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 5 - 00:23) Hillson attempts to pull free of the hooks, but South doesn't allow it.

(Rd 5 - 00:04) South tries to pound on Hillson, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to South.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give scores of 49-46 (Reginald Wodehouse), 49-46 (Johnny Beerbohm) and 50-45 (Stewart Morecambe).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Derek 'Smash Mouth' South the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Derek 'Smash Mouth' South defeats 'The Roughneck' Cal Hillson (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Derek South thanks everyone connected to War Dogs for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Big Magic (2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Underdog: +390) vs. Roko Stipanovic (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rijeka, Croatia, Favorite: -500)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Big Magic faces Roko Stipanovic.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Christina Shaw.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Big Magic closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) A jab is wide from Big Magic, but then he hits Stipanovic with a beauty of a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Big Magic comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Big Magic avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Big Magic throws a two-punch combo but Stipanovic avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Big Magic can't connect with a jab, but then lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) It looks like Stipanovic has been cut above the eye.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Big Magic closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Big Magic lands two jabs, but misses with a vicious left hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:46) Big Magic can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Big Magic lands a jab and then hits Stipanovic with a beauty of a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 02:44) A jab is wide from Big Magic, but then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Big Magic moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Stipanovic uses a brace of right jabs while backing away, doing no damage at all.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Big Magic can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) That shot may have caused a broken nose, there is blood all over the face of Stipanovic.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) That's really going to affect his breathing.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Stipanovic appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Big Magic took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Big Magic can't hit a set-up right jab, but then scores with a left cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Big Magic closes the distance, obviously looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Stipanovic may have been aiming to get in close, but Big Magic aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) A jab is wide from Big Magic, but then he catches Stipanovic with a stunning left hook!

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Stipanovic wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Big Magic knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Stipanovic, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Big Magic pounds away with left hands and Stipanovic is having trouble doing anything about it!

(Rd 1 - 02:06) With Stipanovic taking a beating, referee Harry A. Bierce has to stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 01:47) The winner, by TKO, is Big Magic!

 

 

Official Result: Big Magic defeats Roko Stipanovic (TKO (Strikes) in 3:13 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Big Magic thanks his sponsors, all of the fans who turned out to support him, and also God for giving him the power to win. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and he responds by calling out Sebastian Pardo, saying he will kick his ass. There's no doubt that Big Magic benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Elgar (29-8, 0-0 CTC, From: Salvador, Brazil, Favorite: -1120) vs. Priti Manek (8-3, 1-0 CTC, From: Ljubljana, Slovenia, Underdog: +890)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Elgar takes on Priti Manek.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:52) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Elgar lands a left jab but is well off target with a head kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Manek lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Elgar hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Manek lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Manek falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:48) Elgar counters a right hand with a brace of jabs that are followed by a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Elgar slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a massive right hook to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Manek is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Elgar senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Elgar pounds away with right hands and Manek is in big trouble!

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Elgar pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Manek.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Elgar blocks Manek as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Elgar tries to pound on Manek, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 02:12) Elgar blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Manek takes a knee strike to the ribs from under side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Elgar unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:20) Manek tries to move to guard, but Elgar doesn't allow it.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Elgar attempts the mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) He loses his control momentarily as he tries the mount and a scramble begins.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) The scramble leaves Elgar on his back pulling half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Manek attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Elgar tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Elgar ends up on the bottom with Manek in side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) Manek pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Elgar, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Elgar. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Elgar slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a vicious right cross!

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Manek goes down hard, he's out!

(Rd 2 - 04:42) By knock out, the winner is Elgar!

 

 

Official Result: Elgar defeats Priti Manek (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:18 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Elgar praises his team at Brazilian Estrella Academy, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Visibly delighted, Elgar celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Affonso "The Cyborg" Villar (27-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Curitiba, Brazil, Favorite: -1110) vs. Renan Heleno (3-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Recife, Brazil, Underdog: +880)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Affonso 'The Cyborg' Villar goes head to head with Renan Heleno.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Heleno rather obviously ignores the offer to touch gloves to begin.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Heleno misses with a big right hand, allowing Villar to counter with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Villar comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Heleno hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Villar feints an attack that leaves Heleno slightly off balance.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Villar can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Villar moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Heleno into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Villar bobs out of the way of a jab and moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Villar throws a two-punch combo but Heleno avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Villar comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Heleno throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Villar fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Heleno with a beautiful right uppercut!

(Rd 1 - 03:34) He's down! Heleno falls to the floor!

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Villar senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!

(Rd 1 - 03:31) Villar hits several vicious stomps and kicks, but Heleno incredibly weathers the storm!

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Villar steps back and allows Heleno to stand back up.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Villar forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) Heleno tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) A jab lands from Villar but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Villar forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Heleno tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Villar can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Heleno with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Villar comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Heleno manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Two jabs hit home from Villar and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 00:24) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Villar, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Villar. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Villar comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Heleno fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Villar lands four of four quick punches and then he catches Heleno with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 2 - 04:20) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Villar comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Heleno misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Heleno falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:48) Villar connects with a nice jab and then he lands a crunching roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Villar steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Heleno manages a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Heleno buys a feint and is left open.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) A quick flurry of punches from Villar sees three of four hit home but Heleno dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next.

(Rd 2 - 03:06) Villar rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Villar comes forward, walking down Heleno.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Villar steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Villar connects with a jab but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 02:42) Villar fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a hard low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Villar comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Heleno throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Villar can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Heleno with a vicious spinning kick to the body!

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Heleno collapses from that blow!

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Villar knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Heleno, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Villar pounds away with right hands and Heleno is having trouble doing anything about it!

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Referee Kyle Crisp pulls Villar away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Affonso 'The Cyborg' Villar takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Affonso 'The Cyborg' Villar defeats Renan Heleno (TKO (Strikes) in 3:27 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Affonso Villar thanks everyone connected to Brazilian Estrella Academy 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 he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Roberto "The Sniper" Aldez (46-13, 0-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Favorite: -360) vs. "The Dockland Destroyer" Jerry Bogdonovich (11-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Newark, New Jersey, Underdog: +280)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Roberto 'The Sniper' Aldez competes against 'The Dockland Destroyer' Jerry Bogdonovich.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Bogdonovich finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Aldez uses a left jab and also lands a left kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Bogdonovich misses with a big right hand, allowing Aldez to counter with a left jab and a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:08) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Bogdonovich hits a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) Aldez lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 03:25) It looks like Bogdonovich has been cut under the eye.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Bogdonovich is left exposed after a missed right hook to the ribs and gets countered with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:49) Aldez dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a spinning kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Bogdonovich is off-target with a jab but hits a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Aldez lands two of a flurry of quick punches and then lands a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Aldez quickly throws three punches and two of them land but gets a leg kick checked.

(Rd 1 - 01:59) Bogdonovich uses a left jab and also nails a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Aldez slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Bogdonovich uses a left jab but misses with an attempted shot to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Aldez lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:45) Aldez counters a right hand with a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Aldez hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Bogdonovich doesn't connect with a brace of jabs but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Bogdonovich misses with a big right hand, allowing Aldez to counter with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Aldez.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The cut man goes to work between rounds trying to patch up Bogdonovich.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Aldez hits a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Bogdonovich hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Bogdonovich uses a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Aldez attacks with three quick punches and lands two of them and then scores with a scything kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) Bogdonovich is limping a little bit.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Bogdonovich is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Aldez has a leg kick easily checked.

(Rd 2 - 03:33) Bogdonovich throws a two punch combination but Aldez maintains his good guard and is safe.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Aldez feints an attack that leaves Bogdonovich slightly off balance.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Aldez slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a couple of jabs that are followed by a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 02:48) Taking a few gulps of breath, Bogdonovich is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Bogdonovich misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a crunching kick to the thigh.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) Taking a few gulps of breath, Aldez is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Aldez misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with two jabs that are followed by a right hook that is ducked.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Aldez fools Bogdonovich with a feint.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Bogdonovich misses with a big right hand, allowing Aldez to counter with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Bogdonovich lands a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Aldez hits a left jab but is wide of the mark on a head kick attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Aldez hits a glancing high kick.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) Bogdonovich misses a jab but scores with a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Aldez doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Bogdonovich lands with a quick punch and then lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Aldez, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-18 to Aldez.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Aldez misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Bogdonovich to attack with a couple of jabs that are followed by a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Aldez misses a jab but lands a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Bogdonovich hits a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) Bogdonovich is off-target with two jabs but hits a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) Aldez finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 3 - 04:04) The gash under the eye of Bogdonovich has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Aldez just about lands a head kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Bogdonovich hits a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) A few deep breaths betray that Bogdonovich is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 03:37) Bogdonovich can barely walk thanks to all the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:32) Aldez dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a glancing blow with a right head kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Barely able to walk now, the damage Bogdonovich has taken to his legs has really taken its toll.

(Rd 3 - 03:09) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) A few deep breaths betray that Aldez is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Barely able to walk now, the damage Bogdonovich has taken to his legs has really taken its toll.

(Rd 3 - 02:36) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:36) Aldez misses with a head kick attempt.

(Rd 3 - 02:36) Bogdonovich doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) Bogdonovich misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Aldez to attack with a head kick.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Aldez is aiming to get Bogdonovich into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:10) Aldez achieves it, Bogdonovich could not fight out of it.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Bogdonovich looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Using the clinch, Aldez hits a knee to the ribs, but couldn't generate a lot of power behind it.

(Rd 3 - 01:35) Aldez finds an attempted knee strike caught, and the leverage allows Bogdonovich to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:47) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:47) Bogdonovich slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) Aldez is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) Aldez is trying to force Bogdonovich into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) Bogdonovich can't fight it off and ends up caught.

(Rd 3 - 00:25) Using the clinch, Aldez drives a knee into the chest of Bogdonovich, but didn't get much force behind it.

(Rd 3 - 00:08) Bogdonovich tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Aldez, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) This is bad for Bogdonovich, he's running out of rounds.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Bogdonovich.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 4 - 05:00) Bogdonovich limps around, his leg now virtually useless thanks to all the damage it has taken.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) They engage in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Aldez dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Aldez counters a right hand with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:01) Bogdonovich misses with a big right hand, allowing Aldez to counter with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 4 - 03:19) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:19) Aldez is trying to force Bogdonovich into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:19) He gets it, and now has Bogdonovich in trouble.

(Rd 4 - 03:05) Using the clinch, Aldez drives a knee into the chest of Bogdonovich, but didn't get much force behind it.

(Rd 4 - 02:47) Bogdonovich tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) Using the clinch, Aldez hits a knee to the ribs, but couldn't generate a lot of power behind it.

(Rd 4 - 01:57) Aldez keeps control of the clinch despite missing a knee strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:17) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Aldez scores with a knee to the chest, but it came from a bad angle and didn't have much power.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Aldez looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Aldez loses his control of the Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) From the looks of things, I don't think Bogdonovich has much left to give, he has slowed markedly.

(Rd 4 - 01:02) Limping heavily, Bogdonovich is struggling to move around.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) Bogdonovich misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Aldez attacks with a quick kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:32) Aldez misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:13) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:13) Aldez slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Aldez, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Bogdonovich winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Bogdonovich is showing clear signs of the beating his body has taken thus far tonight, there are red marks all around his rib cage.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:49) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) Bogdonovich gets suckered in by a feint and is left exposed.

(Rd 5 - 04:49) Aldez counters a right hand with a nice left hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) Aldez tries to wrestle Bogdonovich backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:20) Aldez manages it and controls Bogdonovich up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) Bogdonovich looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) Aldez is aiming to get Bogdonovich into a Muay Thai clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:08) Aldez manages it and now controls Bogdonovich by the back of the head.

(Rd 5 - 03:51) From the clinch, Bogdonovich takes a knee to the chest, but there wasn't much power behind it.

(Rd 5 - 03:31) Aldez tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Bogdonovich isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 5 - 02:57) Using the clinch, Aldez drives a knee into the chest of Bogdonovich, but didn't get much force behind it.

(Rd 5 - 02:38) Aldez tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Bogdonovich isn't able to get free of the clinch either.

(Rd 5 - 02:02) The gas tank looks empty on Aldez.

(Rd 5 - 02:02) Using the clinch, Aldez hits a knee to the ribs, but couldn't generate a lot of power behind it.

(Rd 5 - 01:42) Bogdonovich tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot.

(Rd 5 - 01:16) Aldez breaks his grip and steps back to consider a new strategy.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) Aldez is off target with a left jab but hits a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 5 - 00:57) Bogdonovich hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 00:26) Aldez appeared to be going for a takedown, but Bogdonovich took the initiative first.

(Rd 5 - 00:26) A jab lands from Bogdonovich, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:07) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 00:07) Aldez misses with a left jab but scores with a left kick to the body.

(Rd 5 - 00:07) Bogdonovich finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Aldez, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given their scores, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Roberto 'The Sniper' Aldez!

 

 

Official Result: Roberto 'The Sniper' Aldez defeats 'The Dockland Destroyer' Jerry Bogdonovich (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Roberto Aldez gives a name-check to everyone at Brazilian Estrella Academy, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. Visibly delighted, Roberto Aldez celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Aleksei "Fists of Death" Chekhov (23-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Moscow, Russia, Underdog: +100) vs. "Glorious" Joshua Hope (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Edmonton, Alberta, Favorite: -110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. Aleksei 'Fists Of Death' Chekhov competes against 'Glorious' Joshua Hope in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Christina Shaw, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:48) A jab lands from Chekhov, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Chekhov moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Hope looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Chekhov simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Chekhov comes in fast with five quick punches, landing four of them, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Chekhov slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a quick left jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Hope appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Chekhov took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:22) Chekhov hits a couple of minor left hands, but Hope dodges the leg kick that follows.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Stepping in, Chekhov throws five quick punches, three of which land, but Hope avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Chekhov moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Hope lands a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:19) Attacking with a quick flurry, Chekhov lands three of four punches but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Hope wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:47) Chekhov hits a left jab and then catches Hope with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:26) Chekhov can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:07) Chekhov doesn't land any of the three strikes he threw at Hope.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Hope seizes the chance and grabs Chekhov into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) With a good grip giving him solid control over Chekhov, Hope looks to wrestle him down.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) A belly-to-belly leaves Chekhov on his back pulling half guard!

(Rd 1 - 00:36) Hope attempts a slicing elbow strike to the head, but isn't able to connect.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Hope tries to cut Chekhov with a slicing elbow, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Hope throws a quick elbow, but it doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 00:04) Hope fires away with punches, but Chekhov doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Chekhov.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Hope appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Chekhov took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:55) Chekhov uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 04:38) Chekhov lands a left hand and then hits Hope with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Hope looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Chekhov simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Chekhov hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Chekhov closes in on Hope, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:00) Chekhov lands three of five quick punches but Hope avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Chekhov connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Hope gets hold of Chekhov without taking too much damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Hope has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Chekhov to the ground.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Hope doesn't get it, Chekhov blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) Getting a good grip, Hope appears to be looking to wrestle toward a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:47) Chekhov blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 2 - 02:31) Chekhov turns Hope slightly, creating enough space so that he can break free of the grapple.

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Taking a few gulps of breath, Chekhov is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:09) Chekhov fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 01:59) Hope gets hold of Chekhov without taking too much damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) Getting a good grip, Hope appears to be looking to wrestle toward a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:53) He lifts his opponent and drives him down with a belly-to-belly! Chekhov pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Hope begins trying to pass guard and get a better position.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Chekhov keeps Hope in guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Hope pounds away on Chekhov but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out on round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Chekhov took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Chekhov up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:53) Chekhov lands a left jab, but sees the following low kick get caught!

(Rd 3 - 04:43) Seizing his chance, Hope attempts a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:43) Hope drives Chekhov up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) With the cage trapping Chekhov, Hope gets the underhooks in and looks for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) Chekhov prevents the takedown by grabbing the cage out of desperation!

(Rd 3 - 04:28) The referee gives Chekhov a verbal warning!

(Rd 3 - 04:28) Hope has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Chekhov down.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) The underhooks allow Hope to easily trip Chekhov and send him to the ground.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) Hope takes the back off the takedown.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) Chekhov prevents Hope from getting his hooks in.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Chekhov tries a roll, but doesn't budge Hope.

(Rd 3 - 03:21) Hope tries to get the rear naked choke applied.

(Rd 3 - 03:21) Chekhov stops Hope from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Chekhov tries a roll, but doesn't budge Hope.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) Hope tries to put Chekhov in a rear naked choke.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) Chekhov defends himself well against the choke.

(Rd 3 - 02:11) Chekhov tries to move Hope off his back but can't.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Hope tries to get his hooks in, but can't.

(Rd 3 - 01:42) Chekhov tries to move Hope off his back but can't.

(Rd 3 - 01:22) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Chekhov can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) There's a flurry of activity but neither fighter is able to land a telling strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Hope doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Chekhov has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 00:31) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Hope.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Chekhov.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Chekhov scores with two punches out of a sudden flurry but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Hope misses a jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Hope may have been setting up to shoot, but Chekhov aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) Chekhov connects with a jab, but Hope avoids the kick to the body that it set up.

(Rd 4 - 04:09) A few deep breaths betray that Chekhov is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 4 - 04:00) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:00) Hope misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Chekhov attacks with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Hope misses a right hook and gets countered with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) Hope is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) Hope scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) Chekhov scores with two punches out of a sudden flurry and then hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) There's a takedown attempt from Hope.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Chekhov partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Hope has a hold of the other.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Hope uses the position to drive Chekhov up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Hope has gotten underhooks in and is looking to take Chekhov to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Hope sweeps the legs and takes Chekhov down, hard.

(Rd 4 - 02:29) Chekhov gives up his back.

(Rd 4 - 02:13) Hope tries to finish Chekhov off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 4 - 02:13) Chekhov gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 4 - 01:51) Joshua Hope takes the victory by way of submission!

 

 

Official Result: 'Glorious' Joshua Hope defeats Aleksei 'Fists Of Death' Chekhov (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:09 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Joshua Hope thanks everyone connected to Strike Force for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Showing respect, Joshua Hope praises Chekhov for his skill and toughness.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Zvonimir "The Croatian Sensation" Asanovic (32-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Zagreb, Croatia, Favorite: -1200) vs. Makhak "Thunder" Kirakosyan (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Yerevan, Armenia, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Zvonimir 'The Croatian Sensation' Asanovic takes on Makhak 'Thunder' Kirakosyan in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Christina Shaw, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) An offer to touch gloves is completely ignored by Asanovic.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Kirakosyan steps in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Asanovic dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Asanovic stands ready as Kirakosyan moves in.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Kirakosyan misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a stiff head kick that finds its mark!

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Kirakosyan is knocked down by that shot!

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Moving quickly, Asanovic comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps!

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Asanovic hits several vicious stomps and kicks, but Kirakosyan incredibly weathers the storm!

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Asanovic tries to come in and secure a ground position.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Asanovic attains side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Asanovic tries to ensnare Kirakosyan in an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Kirakosyan stops Asanovic from applying it.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Asanovic tries to lock Kirakosyan in a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Asanovic gets a kimura, he twists the arm backwards at a painful angle!

(Rd 1 - 03:27) No! He pops free. That was really close.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Kirakosyan remains stuck under side control though.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Asanovic attempts an armbar.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Kirakosyan defends himself well and is in no danger.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Asanovic attempts to arm triangle Kirakosyan from side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Kirakosyan doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Asanovic attempts an arm triangle.

(Rd 1 - 02:11) Kirakosyan doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Asanovic attempts a kimura.

(Rd 1 - 01:50) Kirakosyan stops Asanovic from applying it.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Asanovic starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Kirakosyan was ready for it though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) The scramble leaves Kirakosyan turtled up, facing Asanovic.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Asanovic hits a vicious kick to the ribs!

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Kirakosyan rolls over onto his back.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Asanovic tries to come in and secure a ground position.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Kirakosyan tries to get free, but Asanovic is able to secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:18) Asanovic unloads with big right hands, but Kirakosyan is able to deal with most of them.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Asanovic, 10-9 on my card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Kirakosyan moves in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Kirakosyan misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Asanovic attacks with a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Asanovic lets Kirakosyan step in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Kirakosyan misses a jab but hits a good right hand. Asanovic hits a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) That last blow may have really hurt Asanovic, he staggers backward against the cage and tries to cover up as best he can!

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Kirakosyan tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but Asanovic avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 04:27) Circling back to the center, Asanovic looks like he has regained his composure.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Kirakosyan steps in, watched all the way by Asanovic.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Kirakosyan misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Asanovic to attack with a jab and a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) Kirakosyan steps in, watched all the way by Asanovic.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) Kirakosyan hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:58) Asanovic hits a spin kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Stepping in, Kirakosyan looks to engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Kirakosyan misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Asanovic comes in with a jab and a left roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) Asanovic lets Kirakosyan step in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) Asanovic slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a spinning kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Asanovic stands ready as Kirakosyan moves in.

(Rd 2 - 03:05) Asanovic dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a roundhouse kick to the body that is too short.

(Rd 2 - 02:42) Kirakosyan moves in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:42) Kirakosyan misses with a big right hand, allowing Asanovic to counter with a quick left jab and a left kick to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:27) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Asanovic stands ready as Kirakosyan moves in.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Kirakosyan misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Asanovic comes in with a scything kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) For the first time, Kirakosyan is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Kirakosyan comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Asanovic dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a vicious head kick!

(Rd 2 - 01:35) Kirakosyan goes down hard, he's out!

(Rd 2 - 01:35) The winner, by knock out; Zvonimir Asanovic!

 

 

Official Result: Zvonimir 'The Croatian Sensation' Asanovic defeats Makhak 'Thunder' Kirakosyan (Knock Out (Kick) in 3:25 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Zvonimir Asanovic thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He praises Kirakosyan for a tough fight.

 

 

Attendance: 305

Gate Reciepts: $31,537

Sponsorship: $25,397

Ad Revenue: $506,192

PPV Revenue: $80,640

Merchandise: $3,768

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $234,569)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Zvonimir Asanovic         $52,700      Makhak Kirakosyan        $2,132       KotN: Asanovic: $5,000
Joshua Hope               $7,952       Aleksei Chekhov          $5,070       SotN: Hope: $5,000
Roberto Aldez             $17,100      Jerry Bogdonovich        $2,132
Affonso Villar            $20,160      Renan Heleno             $1,731
Elgar                     $17,280      Priti Manek              $1,731
Big Magic                 $6,480       Roko Stipanovic          $2,080
Derek South               $4,320       Cal Hillson              $2,132
Nicolai Mickiewicz        $4,320       Leandro Piquet           $4,797
Matthew Michael Kirby     $4,860       Daniel Hornsby           $2,990
Nilton Fantoni            $18,060      Jericho Stewart          $17,132      FotN: Both: $10,000
                                                                             Perf: Both: $5,000
Rupert Dreck              $2,550       Otto Witzke              $1,600
Kendall Tracey            $3,300       Logan Bluffer            $1,700
Naoki Itoh                $8,450       Rens De Beus             $1,700       Perf: Itoh: $5,000
Gyukudo Teshigahara       $8,450       Franjo Topic             $1,600       Perf: Teshigahara: $5,000
Daniil Skala              $3,450       Dmytro Dargomyzhsky      $2,300
Washi Shiganori           $4,200       Dennis Eck               $110

 

 

Drug Testing: $18,016

Production: $97,247

 

Profit: $297,792

 

Critical Rating: 74%

Commercial Rating: 62%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              +4.5%             61.5% (Mid Level Regional)
USA                 +4.0%             64.7% (Mid Level Regional)
UK                  +1.2%             70.8% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +1.5%             37.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           +2.2%             58.9% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +1.5%             49.7% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                +2.5%             39.3% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +1.5%             37.2% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +2.5%             32.9% (Low Level Regional)
South America       +3.6%             46.0% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +4.0%             27.7% (Low Level Regional)
Africa              +1.6%             13.3% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- SIGMA have shut down their Featherweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

- CTC Heavyweight competitor Chuck Dooley has confirmed that he will be training at Strike Force for his upcoming fight, and may stick around if things go well. He said he wants to train with the team because he believes they will help improve his striking.

- The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Makhak Kirakosyan, Aleksei Chekhov, Jerry Bogdonovich, Renan Heleno, Priti Manek, Roko Stipanovich, Cal Hillson, Leandro Piquet, Daniel Hornsby, Jericho Stewart, Otto Witzke, Logan Bluffer, Rens De Beus, Franjo Topic, Dmytro Dargomyzhsky, and Dennis Eck.

- CTC Light Heavyweight competitor Curt Kitson has announced that he will be taking a hiatus from Mixed Martial Arts. He will be taking at least several months off. Currently it is not clear what prompted the hiatus nor how long he is expected to be away from the sport. Kitson has been released by CTC, and they are currently searching for his replacement in the bracket.

- ALPHA-1 have shut down their Welterweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

- KDM FC have shut down their Featherweight Division due to a lack of available fighters.

- The CTC have extended broadcasting contracts with Televisao Esporte, and All Japan TV by seven episodes each.

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

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Predictions

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[CageRage]

 

 

Friday, Week 2, May 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Dragon" Tadamasa Yamada (23-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #7, Favorite: -1190) vs. Marcos Maciel (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #122, Underdog: +950)

Tadamasa Yamada, known as "The Dragon" is by far and away Japan's most popular fighter and the greatest Light Heavyweight Champion in ALPHA-1 history. An expert at Jiu-Jitsu, he has become a good kick boxer over the years too. Perhaps his greatest asset however is that he is never flustered, approaching everything with an almost supernatural calm. His 1998-2000 trilogy of fights with nemesis Jin Katou turned both men into legends, although it has cost Yamada dearly, two losses, his title, his spot as the undisputed best 205er on the planet, and many feel it has also broken him mentally. He lost by second round knock out to Affonso Villar in his last fight. Marcos Maciel is a high quality kick boxer, who combines great technique with power. His ground game is nothing to write home about, but he has such a wonderful sprawl that few ever get to test him on it. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Andoni Olano in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Fabian Schar vs. Stephan De Winter in the Third Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Demolition Expert" Raul Hughes (17-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #26, Favorite: -730) vs. Titi Stringer (5-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #103, Underdog: +580)

Raul Hughes is a former pro boxer renowned for his lethal blink-and-you'll-miss-it punches that have produced a string of highlight reel knock outs. Approaching retirement, after he failed to beat James Foster for the Heavyweight title in their huge main event at GAMMA 48, Hughes decided to drop to Light Heavyweight to try and see out his career with a few big money fights. He was defeated by first round TKO by James Foster in his last fight. Titi Stringer was a high level college wrestler who turned to MMA in 2000. His grappling and sheer athleticism are his biggest weapons, and he has picked up some really solid boxing skills in a short amount of time as well. He beat Maz Marlinspike by first round submission in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Inejiro Chiba vs. Eoghan Behan in the Third Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Gladiator" Niko Soldo (19-2-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #2, Favorite: -1200) vs. "The Judge" Joel Mankin (7-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #127, Underdog: +950)

Niko Soldo is a high level kick boxer, who has been the dominant Light Heavyweight in Europe for several years. With the exception of a short spell where Matti Kurri took the belt from him, he has been SIGMA's champion at that weight class since their very first show. With the excellent striking you'd expect from a kick boxer, he has also shown himself to be surprisingly adept at grappling and even has a few submission victories to his name. He is on a three fight winning streak, and is coming off a third round knock out victory over Matti Kurri to end their trilogy. Joel Mankin is a ground and pound specialist from New York. He comes from a wrestling background and spends his time apart from MMA coaching at college level. He has very little in the way of striking, but he has heavy enough hands that he can at least make people think twice before coming in close. He had a first round TKO victory over Samuel Russo in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Shane Gilchrist vs. Danko Jelavic in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Big Dog" Linfield Ballard (23-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #15, Favorite: -550) vs. Datsakorn "Lefty" Pratoomwong (5-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #143, Underdog: +430)

Linfield Ballard is a veteran of the sport, and the first ever GAMMA Light Heavyweight Champion, and was once considered to be one of the best 205ers on the planet. Age and increasingly good competition has seen him slip down the rankings since his glory days, but he remains a daunting opponent. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Lawrence Herringbone in his last fight. Datsakorn Pratoomwong is a southpaw, who hits hard, and thanks to his Kung Fu training, is also a versatile striker. He is big enough to compete at Heavyweight, but for now chooses to cut to 205. He won a Unanimous Decision victory over Raymond Rearden in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Gekko Goto vs. Markku Mikkola in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Rafael Van Der Moot (14-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #10, Favorite: -1200) vs. Frankie Burgess (6-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #119, Underdog: +950)

Rafael Van Der Moot is one of the fastest rising European stars, an extraordinarily powerful kick boxer from Rotterdam. A world class striker, Van Der Moot has smartly learned to use defensive wrestling to keep the fight upright, meaning that many opponents are forced into the near-suicidal tactic of fighting him at his own game. Loving his exciting, violent style, ALPHA-1 signed him in 2000, and he cemented his place as a major force in the Light Heavyweight division when he obliterated the legendary Roberto Aldez inside the first round in his last fight. Frankie Burgess is a Dutch-born Light Heavyweight who is extremely muscular and powerful. A fearsome striker thanks to his Muay Thai background, if he can improve his grappling and ground game he'll be a top contender for sure. He won by third round knock out over Karl Martin in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Tsuramatsu Inoue vs. Mick Curran in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Christian "Overload" Mountfield (14-7, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #31, Favorite: -1050) vs. "The Psychopath" Folee Caffetere (8-4, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #98, Underdog: +830)

Christian Mountfield is a good wrestler who can cause a lot of problems for a lot of people, who likes to blitz opponents with his ground and pound attacks as his finish of choice. A GAMMA regular, he has never really been able to generate much momentum in the company, always coming up short when faced with an elite-level opponent. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Nilton Fantoni in his last fight. Folee Caffatere is a violent brawler, one of the least refined fighters in MMA. Very one-dimensional, his strategy basically involves loading up his big right hand and swinging as hard as he can. He won by first round TKO over Rubenilson Augusto in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Osamu Dan vs. Silvio Leite in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Osamu "Decision" Dan (10-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #34, Favorite: -310) vs. Silvio Leite (10-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #162, Underdog: +240)

Osamu Dan is a good solid wrestler, a no-frills fighter who simply likes to get in close and smother his opponent with grappling. It's not an exciting style, and has led to him garnering the nickname "Decision Dan", but it's tough for opponents to deal with. A former ALPHA-1 Light Heavyweight title contender, there is always talk of Dan dropping down to Middleweight given that he is often giving up a lot of weight fighting at 205. He is on a two fight win streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Ryosei Sakamoto in his last fight. Silvio Leite is a powerhouse Brazilian wrestler whose M.O. is to grab hold of an opponent, take them down, then smother them into a decision loss. Such is his power and control that even his one-dimensional and predictable tactics are hard to counter. He won by first round submission over Tobias Goulet in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Christian Mountfield vs. Folee Caffatere in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Hand Grenade" Valentin Tanayev (11-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #18, Favorite: -760) vs. "The Chunky Monkey" Allen LeFleur (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #146, Underdog: +600)

Valentin Tanayev is one of the hottest prospects in MMA, who mixes elite level grappling skills with explosive striking, particularly his deadly fast big right hand, and dangerous submissions. Almost the complete package when it comes to MMA, the scary thing is he is only going to get better over time. He has been a regular with SIGMA since 1997 and has torn through the Light Heavyweight division. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Nicolai Mickiewicz in his last fight. Allen LeFleur was originally a wrestler, though he has also done some basic training in kick boxing and Jiu-Jitsu since deciding to become a mixed martial arists. He could easily fight at Heavyweight, but apparently prefers to cut to Light Heavyweight so that he can maximize his size advantage. He is coming off a 9 round Unanimous Decision victory over Adrian Swall in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Adrian Pascal vs. Sebastian Pardo in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Faas "Evolution" Smit (38-17, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #23, Favorite: -940) vs. Flavio Alberto (8-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #151, Underdog: +750)

Faas Smit is one of the hardest working men in MMA, astonishingly managing to rack up more than 50 professional fights before the age of 30. A good rather than great competitor, he suffers from jack-of-all-trades syndrome. He is better than average at most things, but not excellent at anything. He is probably best known for being one of the mainstays of SIGMA, where he is a former top contender for the Light Heavyweight title. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Dmytro Dargomyzhsky in his last fight. Flavio Alberto is a fighter from Brazil who is noted for his great boxing and powerful left hand. He is limited in the extreme in every other aspect of MMA, but he hits so hard that he can never be discounted as a threat. He is coming off a first round knock out victory over Petey Barnum in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Takesi Yanagimoto vs. Joseph King in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Fabian "The Elite" Schar (10-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #58, Favorite: -380) vs. "Ice Cold" Stephan De Winter (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #71, Underdog: +300)

Fabian Schar is a fast-rising Swiss star in the Light Heavyweight division. An all-rounder his most notable weapon is his massive left hand which has the destructive power to put anyone to sleep. BCF signed him in 2001, seeing off interest from SIGMA, after being impressed by his 9-0 record on the local circuit. He debuted with a good win over the tough veteran Mick Curran. Stephan De Winter is one of the best counter-punchers in the game, an extremely dangerous striker from Rotterdam. Hard to take down due to his wrestling skills, his usual strategy is to lure his opponent in before using his quick reflexes and fast hands to lash out with a precision strike to take him out. De Winter has won both is fights with SIGMA, and is coming off 27 second TKO victory over Jacob Matthaus in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Tadamasa Yamada vs. Marcos Maciel in the Third Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Inejiro Chiba (18-9, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #39, Favorite: -740) vs. Eoghan Behan (7-4, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #90, Underdog: +590)

Inejiro Chiba is a powerful fighter from Japan whose primary (and perhaps only) threat is via his heavy hands, fortunately for him he has good takedown defence and so can keep most fights in his safety zone of standing up. His career zenith so far has been an ALPHA-1 Light Heavyweight Title shot against Tadamasa Yamada, although his career since has been on a downward slide. Chiba is noted for generally having really exciting fights, a fact that explains why he is so popular in Japan despite his spotty win-loss record. He is coming off a first round TKO loss to Ryosei Sakamoto in his last fight. Eoghan Behan is a tough guy from Belfast, who is really just a street fighter who has switched to a cage instead. He punches hard and can take a beating, but lacks the finesse or technique to become anything more than a low level talent on the regional circuit. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Raul Hughes vs. Titi Stringer in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Takesi Yanagimoto (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #42, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Mr. Fruity Shorts" Joseph King (9-10, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #87, Underdog: +950)

Takesi Yanagimoto is a solid young wrestler from Tokyo who is only going to improve with experience. He has good grappling skills and is a noted finisher, with his deadly rear naked choke having provided seven of the nine victories he holds. After going 7-0 on the local scene he was picked up by ALPHA-1 in 2001 and made a fine start to life in the big leagues, tapping out the vastly more experienced pair of Tsuramatsu Inoue and Yoritomo Ina in short order. Joseph King is a kick boxer, who is at best average when it comes to standing and striking, but he has huge pronounced weaknesses when it comes to his grappling and ground game. He does have the best shorts in MMA though, always colorful numbers guaranteed to catch the eye, so that's one positive. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Faas Smit vs. Flavio Alberto in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Tsuramatsu "The Berserker" Inoue (26-20-2-3NC, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #55, Underdog: +270) vs. "Violent Conduct" Mick Curran (15-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #74, Favorite: -350)

Tsuramatsu Inoue is a veteran brawler from Japan. Eschewing non-essentials like technique, finesse, and game plans, Inoue likes to attack his opponent with wild abandon instead, hence the nickname "The Berserker". An ALPHA-1 fan favorite, the fact that his matches are often watchable crazy brawls is probably the only reason he hasn't been cut from the roster thus far. He was submitted in the first round by Takesi Yanagimoto in his last fight. Mick Curran is a genuine tough guy who has been fighting in MMA for some time and has done quite well for himself despite being a pretty limited competitor. He is a hard-hitter, and likes to keep things standing as much as possible. He has been a regular with BCF for many years, although his spotty win-loss record has made sure that he stays primarily on the preliminary card or acting as a gatekeeper. He is coming off a second round submission loss to Fabian Schar in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Rafael Van Der Moot vs. Frankie Burgess in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Adrian "The Power" Pascal (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #47, Favorite: -820) vs. Sebastian Pardo (5-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #82, Underdog: +650)

Adrian Pascal was a stand-out wrestler in college, a strong fighter with excellent cardio. He likes to grapple, especially if he can smother his opponent and frustrate them, but he also packs a hearty wallop with his big left hand too and so can be dangerous to strike with. He joined GAMMA in 2001 and quickly established himself with two exciting fights, even if he did only go 1-1 in them. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Bill Cumming in his last fight. Sebastian Pardo is a Chilean who has live in Germany since his early teens. He is a Muay Thai specialist who is noted for his vicious elbow strikes. After racking up five wins on the local scene, he now makes his debut in the big leagues with CTC. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Valentin Tanayev vs. Allen LeFleur in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Iron Wolverine" Gekko Goto (9-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #50, Favorite: -250) vs. Markku "Cyber-Wolf" Mikkola (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #79, Underdog: +190)

Gekko Goto is a solid mid-level talent, who likes to use his wrestling skills to control and take down his opponent, from which position he can now begin to work his submission game. He doesn't have the skill level to trouble the elite, but everybody else has to be wary of the threat he brings. He has been a regular in the ALPHA-1 Light Heavyweight division since 1996. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Gyukudo Teshigahara in his last fight. Markku Mikkola is a fine wrestler from Finland, who can be extremely tough when grappling and is very good at getting top control and beating up opponents with ground and pound. SIGMA took a punt on him in 2001, bringing him into their Light Heavyweight division. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Shane Gilchrist in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Linfield Ballard vs. Datsakorn Pratoomwong in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Shane "The Butcher" Gilchrist (16-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #63, Favorite: -340) vs. "Bad News" Danko Jelavic (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #66, Underdog: +270)

Shane Gilchrist boasts formidable upper body strength, and has developed his MMA game around his natural power. He likes to get up close where he can bully opponents around, grinding them down before he can apply his vicious ground attack. He is a former contender for the SIGMA Light Heavyweight Title. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Markku Mikkola in his last fight. Danko Jelavic is a dynamic modern fighter, who is able to do just about anything in the cage and that versatility makes him an extremely dangerous foe. Going 6-0 on the European local scene, Jelavic signed with BCF in 2001 and made an immediate impact, defeating Adrian Majoram. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Niko Soldo vs. Joel Mankin in the Third Round.

 

 

 

 

Weigh-In Results

Tadamasa Yamada (205 lbs) vs. Marcos Maciel (205 lbs)

Raul Hughes (205 lbs) vs. Titi Stringer (205 lbs)

Niko Soldo (205 lbs) vs. Joel Mankin (205 lbs)

Linfield Ballard (205 lbs) vs. Datsakorn Pratoomwong (205 lbs)

Rafael Van Der Moot (205 lbs) vs. Frankie Burgess (205 lbs)

Christian Mountfield (205 lbs) vs. Folee Caffatere (205 lbs)

Osamu Dan (205 lbs) vs. Silvio Leite (205 lbs)

Valentin Tanayev (205 lbs) vs. Allen LeFleur (205 lbs)

Faas Smit (205 lbs) vs. Flavio Alberto (205 lbs)

Fabian Schar (205 lbs) vs. Stephan De Winter (205 lbs)

Inejiro Chiba (205 lbs) vs. Eoghan Behan (205 lbs)

Takesi Yanagimoto (195 lbs) vs. Joseph King (205 lbs)

Tsuramatsu Inoue (205 lbs) vs. Mick Curran (205 lbs)

Adrian Pascal (205 lbs) vs. Sebastian Pardo (205 lbs)

Gekko Goto (205 lbs) vs. Markku Mikkola (205 lbs)

Shane Gilchrist (205 lbs) vs. Danko Jelavic (205 lbs)

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 22 Full Fight Card

LHW: Tadamasa Yamada vs. Marcos Maciel

LHW: Raul Hughes vs. Titi Stringer

LHW: Niko Soldo vs. Joel Mankin

LHW: Linfield Ballard vs. Datsakorn Pratoomwong

LHW: Rafael Van Der Moot vs. Frankie Burgess

LHW: Christian Mountfield vs. Folee Caffatere

LHW: Osamu Dan vs. Silvio Leite

LHW: Valentin Tanayev vs. Allen LeFleur

LHW: Faas Smit vs. Flavio Alberto

 

LHW: Fabian Schar vs. Stephan De Winter

LHW: Inejiro Chiba vs. Eoghan Behan

LHW: Takesi Yanagimoto vs. Joseph King

LHW: Tsuramatsu Inoue vs. Mick Curran

LHW: Adrian Pascal vs. Sebastian Pardo

LHW: Gekko Goto vs. Markku Mikkola

LHW: Shane Gilchrist vs. Danko Jelavic

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Friday, Week 2, May 2002

Live From Montreal, Quebec

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Shane "The Butcher" Gilchrist (16-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Perth, Australia, Favorite: -340) vs. "Bad News" Danko Jelavic (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Zadar, Croatia, Underdog: +270)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) We open the prelims with Shane 'The Butcher' Gilchrist going head to head with 'Bad News' Danko Jelavic.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Alan Allen, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Jelavic rather obviously ignores the offer to touch gloves to begin.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) It looked like we were about to see Gilchrist try and get some grappling started, but Jelavic was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Jelavic connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Gilchrist moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Jelavic throws a punch but Gilchrist avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Seizing the opportunity, Gilchrist clinches.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) Gilchrist is trying to push Jelavic so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:17) He does so and now has Jelavic pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Jelavic is trapped against the cage and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Gilchrist smothers Jelavic up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Thirty seconds passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Showing his ability to grind down opponents, Gilchrist is keeping Jelavic pressed up tightly against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Gilchrist traps Jelavic up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) About a minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and separates them.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Gilchrist steps in and works his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Gilchrist is looking to muscle Jelavic back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Jelavic isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Gilchrist is trying to push Jelavic so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:21) Jelavic ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Gilchrist tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Jelavic reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Gilchrist.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Moving in fast, Gilchrist wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Gilchrist is trying to muscle Jelavic up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) He does so and now has Jelavic pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Showing his ability to exert control, Gilchrist smothers Jelavic up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Gilchrist smothers Jelavic up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) They remain up against the cage for the next minute or so, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Jelavic shouts at his opponent, telling them to bring it on.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) Jelavic looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 2 - 02:13) A jab hits home from Jelavic and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Jelavic hits a left jab and then hits Gilchrist with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Jelavic moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Jelavic connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Gilchrist steps in and grapples with his opponent.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) Using his wrestling skills, Gilchrist is trying to push Jelavic up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) He does so and now has Jelavic pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Using tight body-to-body control, Gilchrist is slowly wearing Jelavic down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Gilchrist and Jelavic remain up against the cage for the remainder of the round, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Gilchrist, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Gilchrist ahead 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Gilchrist gets close enough to clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Gilchrist tries to pick Jelavic up for a slam.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) There's the slam! Jelavic is planted onto his back, and pulls half guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:25) Gilchrist throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Jelavic tries to get full guard on Gilchrist but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Gilchrist begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Gilchrist passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Jelavic starts scrambling.

(Rd 3 - 03:36) Gilchrist ends up pushing down on Jelavic who is facing him in turtle position.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) Gilchrist pounds away, landing several clean blows on Jelavic in the process.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) Gilchrist fires off some rights, but Jelavic isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Jelavic gets back to his feet.

(Rd 3 - 02:31) Taking a few gulps of breath, Gilchrist is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Jelavic lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) For the first time, Jelavic is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Jelavic hits a left hand, but Gilchrist evades a big right punch.

(Rd 3 - 01:45) Moving in fast, Gilchrist wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Gilchrist is trying to push Jelavic so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Gilchrist does it, Jelavic is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Using tight body-to-body control, Gilchrist is slowly wearing Jelavic down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) A full minute elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 3 - 00:06) Gilchrist tries to maintain control, but Jelavic wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Gilchrist ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen, hopefully things will pick up in the next one.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I think Gilchrist took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Jelavic will be able to take the victory without a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:55) A jab is wide from Jelavic, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:36) They come together in a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:36) Jelavic seems to be the aggressor.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Jelavic is trying to muscle Gilchrist up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Jelavic can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Using his wrestling skills, Gilchrist is trying to push Jelavic up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Jelavic doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 4 - 03:54) Gilchrist is looking to muscle Jelavic back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:54) Jelavic ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:42) Gilchrist tries to smother Jelavic against the cage with wrestling, but he reverses it and pushes Gilchrist against the cage instead.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) With the cage trapping Gilchrist, Jelavic looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) The takedown is successful, Gilchrist goes down.

(Rd 4 - 03:17) Gilchrist ends up sitting, his legs trapped under Jelavic, with his back pressed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) Jelavic begins trying to get himself into a more dominant position.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) Jelavic isn't able to mount Gilchrist this time around.

(Rd 4 - 02:36) Gilchrist, stuck up against the cage, hits several clubbing forearms to the back.

(Rd 4 - 02:13) Jelavic tries to improve his position.

(Rd 4 - 02:13) Jelavic shifts his position to gain side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:30) Jelavic attempts to kimura Gilchrist from side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:30) Gilchrist blocks it.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) Gilchrist looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) In side control, Jelavic begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 4 - 00:56) Gilchrist tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back.

(Rd 4 - 00:16) Jelavic pounds away, landing several clean blows on Gilchrist in the process.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) Jelavic attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) The rear naked choke is in deep, but Gilchrist only has to survive a few seconds before the round ends!

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Jelavic, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Jelavic realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Jelavic is quickly back up off his stool, psyched up and looking ready to look for the finish that he now needs.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 5 - 04:51) Jelavic lands a left hand and then hits Gilchrist with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.

(Rd 5 - 04:27) Jelavic wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Jelavic is trying to muscle Gilchrist up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Jelavic doesn't manage it though, Gilchrist defended it well.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Using his wrestling skills, Jelavic is trying to push Gilchrist up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Jelavic can't do it though, and ends up being out-wrestled in the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) Using his wrestling skills, Gilchrist is trying to push Jelavic up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) Gilchrist manages it and controls Jelavic up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:37) A tired-looking Gilchrist manages to push Jelavic back and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:37) Nothing really happens for the next sixty seconds or so, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches.

(Rd 5 - 02:49) In need of a breather, the fatigued Gilchrist smothers Jelavic against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:49) Thirty seconds passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Gilchrist looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Jelavic proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) Jelavic looks very tired out there.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) With the cage trapping Gilchrist, Jelavic looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) The takedown is successful, Gilchrist pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 01:31) Jelavic pounds away, but Gilchrist isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 5 - 01:14) Gilchrist drags Jelavic in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) Jelavic fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 5 - 00:27) Jelavic deflects a couple of punches that Gilchrist threw from below.

(Rd 5 - 00:16) Jelavic unloads with some right hands, but Gilchrist deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Jelavic came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges give 48-47 (Alan Allen), 49-46 (Edward Wilde) and 48-47 (Reginald Wodehouse).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Shane 'The Butcher' Gilchrist is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Shane 'The Butcher' Gilchrist defeats 'Bad News' Danko Jelavic (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Shane Gilchrist name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Shane Gilchrist celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Iron Wolverine" Gekko Goto (9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Kawasaki, Japan, Favorite: -250) vs. Markku "Cyber-Wolf" Mikkola (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Helsinki, Finland, Underdog: +190)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Iron Wolverine' Gekko Goto goes up against Markku 'Cyber-Wolf' Mikkola.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Alan Allen, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Mikkola moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 04:51) Goto throws a punch but Mikkola avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Seizing the opportunity, Mikkola clinches.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Mikkola is looking to muscle Goto back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Goto isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Mikkola is trying to muscle Goto up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Mikkola manages it and controls Goto up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Using tight body-to-body control, Mikkola is slowly wearing Goto down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Unable to get free, Goto is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Thirty seconds passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:18) Goto uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) A jab hits home from Goto and then he hits Mikkola with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Goto comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:52) Goto lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Mikkola warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) A jab is wide from Goto, but then he hits Mikkola with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Mikkola shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Goto cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) Mikkola fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Goto throws out some punches, but Mikkola leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) Goto is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Mikkola off of him.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Mikkola smothers Goto with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There are some audible boos from the crowd, that wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Mikkola.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:54) Goto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) Goto connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Goto throws a one-two, but Mikkola was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Mikkola comes in and grabs Goto in a clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Mikkola looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:08) Goto cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Mikkola fires off a few punches.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) Goto throws out some punches, but Mikkola leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 2 - 03:16) Not giving his opponent any room to work, Mikkola keeps close body-to-body contact while throwing short strikes to the head and body.

(Rd 2 - 02:56) Goto tries to smother Mikkola by holding him, but can't keep control.

(Rd 2 - 02:49) Mikkola throws several small strikes at Goto, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with.

(Rd 2 - 02:30) Goto tries a sweep from the bottom of the guard, but doesn't budge Mikkola.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) Mikkola clings very tight to Goto while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) Goto drags Mikkola in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.

(Rd 2 - 01:51) Mikkola peppers Goto with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Goto tries to sweep Mikkola but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) With no progress being made, referee Harry A. Bierce brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Taking a few gulps of breath, Goto is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:59) Goto lands a left jab, but Mikkola avoids a big right.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Goto looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) A jab is wide from Goto, but then he catches Mikkola with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:28) Goto throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Goto confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Mikkola had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Goto can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Mikkola just about edged it.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Mikkola up 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Goto lands a jab and then hits Mikkola with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) Goto moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) Goto lands a jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) There's a takedown attempt from Mikkola.

(Rd 3 - 04:08) The takedown is completed, Goto is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:01) Mikkola lies on top of Goto, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) Perhaps wary of submissions, Mikkola keeps extremely tight to Goto and peppers him with short punches.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) Mikkola gets pulled in tight, stopping him from posturing up or launching any attacks.

(Rd 3 - 02:43) Mikkola lies on top of Goto, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) Mikkola throws some minor strikes.

(Rd 3 - 01:41) Goto tries to pull Mikkola in close and smother him, but doesn't get anywhere with it.

(Rd 3 - 01:32) Mikkola throws several small strikes at Goto, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) Mikkola blocks an attempted sweep.

(Rd 3 - 01:04) Mikkola lies on top of Goto, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 00:25) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 3 - 00:20) Mikkola steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 3 - 00:20) A jab hits home from Goto and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:03) Mikkola shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:03) Goto cannot stop the takedown and only catches Mikkola in half guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Mikkola, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Goto needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Goto lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) Goto fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Mikkola with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Goto appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Mikkola is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Goto can't connect with a jab, but then hits Mikkola with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Goto connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:29) A jab hits home from Goto and then he hits Mikkola with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:29) Blood is visible on Mikkola, a strike appears to to have opened up a nasty cut on the scalp.

(Rd 4 - 03:19) Goto doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) Goto lands a left hand and then hits Mikkola with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 02:51) Goto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Mikkola with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:30) Goto fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Mikkola with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:11) Goto hits a left jab and then catches Mikkola with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Goto lands a left jab, but Mikkola avoids a big right.

(Rd 4 - 01:43) Without taking too much damage, Mikkola is able to clinch with Goto.

(Rd 4 - 01:34) Mikkola is looking to muscle Goto back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:34) Mikkola manages it and controls Goto up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:19) Mikkola traps Goto up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 4 - 01:19) The next minute or so sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) Mikkola pins Goto up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Goto took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Goto realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Bleeding, Mikkola is attended to by the cut man between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 5 - 04:55) A one-two from Goto fails to land.

(Rd 5 - 04:41) Goto seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 04:41) Mikkola gets hold of Goto.

(Rd 5 - 04:35) Mikkola is trying to muscle Goto up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:35) He does so and now has Goto pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) Mikkola shows great control, keeping Goto pressed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:18) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 5 - 03:05) Mikkola hits Goto, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:52) Goto takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 02:38) The referee decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:38) Mikkola appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:29) Goto connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:06) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 02:06) Mikkola scores with a jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 02:06) Goto lands a one-two.

(Rd 5 - 01:45) Goto can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 01:28) Goto connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 01:08) Goto can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Mikkola with a straight right.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 5 - 00:41) Mikkola, who looks drained, comes forward looking for a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 00:41) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 5 - 00:26) Mikkola pounds away and Goto is having serious difficulty surviving them!

(Rd 5 - 00:06) Mikkola pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Mikkola, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Stewart Morecambe has scored it 48-47 Goto.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Alan Allen has given 49-46 to Mikkola.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde: 48-47 Mikkola.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Markku 'Cyber-Wolf' Mikkola wins by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: Markku 'Cyber-Wolf' Mikkola defeats 'The Iron Wolverine' Gekko Goto (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Markku Mikkola name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Showing respect, Markku Mikkola praises Goto for his skill and toughness.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Adrian "The Power" Pascal (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Favorite: -820) vs. Sebastian Pardo (5-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Santiago, Chile, Underdog: +650)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Adrian 'The Power' Pascal taking on Sebastian Pardo.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Pascal may have weighed in the same as Pardo yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) There's a takedown attempt from Pascal.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Pascal has the takedown! Pardo pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Pascal throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Pardo tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Pascal unloads with left hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:58) Pardo tries to sweep Pascal but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Pascal looks to get past the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Pardo can't keep half guard secure and gives up side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Pascal attempts the mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) Advancing his position, he gets mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) Pascal fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Pascal pounds away with lefts and Pardo is eating some heavy shots!

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Pascal pounds away with left hands, hitting several big shots.

(Rd 1 - 01:40) Pascal pounds away, but Pardo calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Pardo tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge Pascal.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Pascal pounds away, but Pardo isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) Pascal takes the back as Pardo tries to sweep him!

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Pardo is in huge trouble now, as Pascal successfully gets both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Pascal tries to finish Pardo off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:35) Pascal gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Pardo has to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 00:19) The winner, by submission, is Adrian 'The Power' Pascal!

 

 

Official Result: Adrian 'The Power' Pascal defeats Sebastian Pardo (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:41 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Adrian Pascal thanks everyone connected to Evolution MMA for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Adrian Pascal says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Tsuramatsu "The Berserker" Inoue (26-20-2-3NC, 0-0 CTC, From: Kobe, Japan, Underdog: +270) vs. "Violent Conduct" Mick Curran (15-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Swansea, Wales, Favorite: -350)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Tsuramatsu 'The Bezerker' Inoue goes up against 'Violent Conduct' Mick Curran.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Alan Allen, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Curran clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Inoue misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Curran to attack with a jab and a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:29) Inoue misses with a big right hand, allowing Curran to counter with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:13) Curran slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Inoue misses with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 03:54) Curran doesn't connect with a left jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Inoue misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a quick left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Inoue misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Curran attacks with a left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Inoue misses with a big right hand, allowing Curran to counter with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Curran slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Curran counters a right hand with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) For the first time, Inoue is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Inoue hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Curran is off target with a left jab but hits a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Inoue misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a good right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Inoue doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Curran lands a one-two.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) Inoue misses with a big right hand, allowing Curran to counter with a clean right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Curran took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Curran counters a right hand with a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Inoue is off target with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) Curran uses a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:42) Curran is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:30) Curran counters a right hand with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) A few deep breaths betray that Inoue is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:37) Curran slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:23) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:11) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) Inoue doesn't connect with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:43) Curran hits a left jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Breathing very hard, Inoue is looking ragged.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:16) Inoue misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Curran attacks with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) Inoue hits a jab but finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) Curran misses with a left jab but nails a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) That last strike may have hurt Inoue, he is backing away but looks punch-drunk!

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Curran acts fast, moving in and flooring Inoue with a right hand to the jaw!

(Rd 2 - 00:25) Curran quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Inoue!

(Rd 2 - 00:25) Curran pounds away on Inoue, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!

(Rd 2 - 00:25) The referee jumps in and saves Inoue from taking any more shots!

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Mick Curran takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'Violent Conduct' Mick Curran defeats Tsuramatsu 'The Bezerker' Inoue (TKO (Strikes) in 4:46 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Mick Curran thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that he thinks that a fight against Guillermo Morales would probably be a great contest.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Takesi Yanagimoto (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -1200) vs. "Mr. Fruity Shorts" Joseph King (9-10, 0-0 CTC, From: Perth, Australia, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which Takesi Yanagimoto battles 'Mr. Fruity Shorts' Joseph King.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The weight difference here is obvious, as Yanagimoto must be giving up at least 20lbs to his opponent.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Yanagimoto comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) King throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 04:38) Yanagimoto gets hold of King.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Yanagimoto tries to wrestle King backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Yanagimoto manages it and controls King up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) King is trapped up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) They dirty box each other at that range for sixty seconds or so.

(Rd 1 - 03:02) Yanagimoto smothers King against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) King is trapped up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) Referee Leo Behan thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) King can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Coming forward, Yanagimoto is willing to take some hits if it means being able to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) King throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Yanagimoto gets hold of King.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Yanagimoto looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) He sweeps the leg, sending King to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control!

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Yanagimoto fires away with punches, and King is stung by several big shots.

(Rd 1 - 00:11) Yanagimoto tries to pound on King, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Yanagimoto, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Yanagimoto. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:50) Yanagimoto hits a tentative left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:50) A punch from King fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) Yanagimoto comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:37) The takedown is completed, Yanagimoto gets side control from it.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) In side control, Yanagimoto begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) King rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) King is in increasing trouble, as Yanagimoto gets both hooks in.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) With both hooks in, Yanagimoto tries to flatten King out for the rear naked choke.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) King gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Takesi Yanagimoto takes the win by submission!

 

 

Official Result: Takesi Yanagimoto defeats 'Mr. Fruity Shorts' Joseph King (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 2:16 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Takesi Yanagimoto thanks all of his sponsors for backing him and then also thanks his family, friends, and supporters. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he has heard that Flavio Alberto has requested a fight with him and that he is open to making that happen.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Inejiro Chiba (18-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Sakai, Japan, Favorite: -740) vs. Eoghan Behan (7-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Belfast, Northern Ireland, Underdog: +590)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Inejiro Chiba competes against Eoghan Behan in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Alan Allen, Edward Wilde, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Behan scores with a jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Chiba hits a jab but doesn't reach with a hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Chiba has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Behan is off target with a left jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Behan misses with a big right hand, allowing Chiba to counter with a jab and a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Chiba lands a left jab but misses a right hook. Behan doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Chiba hits a left to the body. Behan scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Chiba counters a right hand with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Chiba feints one way and then the other, throwing Behan off balance and leaving him badly exposed.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Chiba dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Chiba slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Behan misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Chiba to attack with a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Behan misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Chiba attacks with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Chiba hits a left jab and also hits a left to the body. Behan uses a left jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Chiba.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Chiba is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Chiba hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Behan hits a left jab and also hits a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Chiba slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Chiba is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Behan is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:02) Chiba hits a couple of jabs and also hits a right cross. Behan uses a left jab and also lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Chiba doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Behan misses a jab and also finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:53) Behan misses with a big right hand, allowing Chiba to counter with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:31) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:31) Chiba misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:22) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:07) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) There's a stalemate as both fighters throw but fail to land a hit.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Chiba has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Behan can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) Behan misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Chiba to attack with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:26) Blood is visible, it appears that Behan has suffered a large gash above his eye.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) Behan is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) Chiba is off-target with a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:03) Behan hits a left jab but misses a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Chiba is trying to push Behan so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) He does so and now has Behan pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:31) Chiba smothers Behan against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:17) Chiba keeps Behan up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 2 - 00:05) Chiba pins Behan up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Chiba, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Chiba up 20-18 on my scorecard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Bleeding, Behan is attended to by the cut man between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:51) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Chiba slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:39) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 04:39) Chiba lands a one-two.

(Rd 3 - 04:39) Behan finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Behan is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Chiba is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Chiba tries to wrestle Behan backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) Chiba does it, Behan is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) Chiba looks very tired out there.

(Rd 3 - 03:44) Behan is trapped against the cage and Chiba hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 03:30) Chiba tries to use a knee to the thigh, but Behan is able to block it.

(Rd 3 - 03:10) Chiba scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) Chiba smothers Behan against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Behan waits for Chiba to try and throw a knee and quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:28) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 3 - 02:01) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:01) Behan falls for a clever feint.

(Rd 3 - 02:01) Chiba dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:01) The gash above the eye of Behan has been re-opened by a strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Behan falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 3 - 01:38) Chiba counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:20) Chiba counters a right hand with a left jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:07) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:07) Chiba is looking to muscle Behan back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:07) He does so and now has Behan pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) Chiba seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) Behan seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) Chiba pins Behan up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 00:37) Behan takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 3 - 00:30) Chiba hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Behan uses his wrestling skills to prevent Chiba from throwing any knee strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:08) Chiba attempts to hit a knee but Behan tightens the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Chiba.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Behan is running out of rounds.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Behan.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Behan is off target with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Chiba lands a one-two.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Behan misses with a big right hand, allowing Chiba to counter with a nice left hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) Chiba counters a right hand with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:46) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) Chiba looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) Behan misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Chiba attacks with a left hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) Chiba hits a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:57) Behan lands a one-two.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) Clinched with Behan, Chiba looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 4 - 02:41) It's unsuccessful, Behan maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) Chiba looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) It doesn't work, Behan defended against it well.

(Rd 4 - 02:12) The grappling doesn't last long, as they soon break away from each other.

(Rd 4 - 01:46) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:46) Behan misses with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:46) Chiba lands a one-two.

(Rd 4 - 01:30) Behan looks totally gassed.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) Behan lands a left jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) Chiba misses with a left jab but scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:49) Behan misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Chiba to attack with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 4 - 00:29) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:29) Behan scores with a jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 00:29) Chiba hits a two-punch combination, a quick left and a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) Behan misses a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) Chiba misses with a left jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Chiba.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Behan is in deep trouble with only one round remaining - I think he needs a finish or he will lose this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:49) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Chiba hits a jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Behan lands a one-two.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Blood is visible on Chiba, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) With control of the clinch, Chiba tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 5 - 04:05) Chiba doesn't get the takedown, Behan instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) Behan looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.

(Rd 5 - 03:50) Behan doesn't get it, Chiba blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 5 - 03:32) Behan looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 5 - 03:32) The trip doesn't work, Chiba blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 03:12) Chiba attempts to wrestle Behan to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 03:12) It doesn't work, Behan defended against it well.

(Rd 5 - 02:56) The grappling doesn't go anywhere, and they break apart.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) Behan misses a jab but lands a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 02:27) Chiba connects with a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:15) The fighters, both of whom look very tired, fall into a ragged clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:15) Chiba tries to take Behan down.

(Rd 5 - 02:15) Chiba doesn't get it, Behan blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 5 - 02:00) Chiba attempts to wrestle Behan to the ground.

(Rd 5 - 02:00) Chiba doesn't get it, Behan blocked any attempt to move him.

(Rd 5 - 01:43) Chiba seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart.

(Rd 5 - 01:17) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 01:17) Chiba lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 01:17) Behan lands a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:53) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:53) Chiba slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:37) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:37) Behan misses with a big right hand, allowing Chiba to counter with a left jab and a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Chiba scores with a jab but has a right hook blocked.

(Rd 5 - 00:14) Behan lands a left hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:02) With Chiba bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 5 - 00:02) The ringside doctor gives the wound a look, but quickly signals that it is not going to be a problem.

(Rd 5 - 00:02) We're back underway! (Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Behan.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 49-46 (Alan Allen), 50-45 (Edward Wilde) and 49-46 (Reginald Wodehouse).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Inejiro Chiba!

 

 

Official Result: Inejiro Chiba defeats Eoghan Behan (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Inejiro Chiba gives a name-check to everyone at J1 Circle, all his various sponsors, then all of 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.

 

 

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CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Fabian "The Elite" Schar (10-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Lucerne, Switzerland, Favorite: -380) vs. "Ice Cold" Stephan De Winter (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rotterdam, Netherlands, Underdog: +300)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the main fights is Fabian 'The Elite' Schar against 'Ice Cold' Stephan De Winter.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Alan Allen, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Schar doesn't touch gloves, drawing some heat from the crowd.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) De Winter comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Schar fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) De Winter throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) De Winter stalks forward, pressuring Schar.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Schar lands a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) A jab is wide from De Winter, but then he hits Schar with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) De Winter moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Schar into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) Schar manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 04:02) De Winter throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) De Winter attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Schar fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) De Winter lands a jab and then he catches Schar with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) De Winter comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Schar tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) De Winter feints, causing Schar to move to one side and leave himself wide open.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) De Winter lands a jab and then he scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Moving forward, Schar looks to strike. De Winter stands ready.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) Schar hits a right to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:38) De Winter misses with a left jab but lands a powerful right hook!

(Rd 1 - 02:32) Schar wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 1 - 02:32) De Winter moves in quickly, kneeling beside Schar and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 1 - 02:32) De Winter pounds away on Schar, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) De Winter fires away with punches, but Schar doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Schar takes the opportunity and manages to pull half guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) De Winter throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) De Winter tries to pound on Schar, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Schar gets some separation and tries to scramble for position.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) The scramble results in De Winter turtled with Schar on his back.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Schar pounds away with left hands and De Winter is in big trouble!

(Rd 1 - 00:37) De Winter cannot stop himself being flattened out, still with Schar on his back.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) Schar pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Schar attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) Schar flattens De Winter out with the rear naked choke, but took too long because the round ends!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to De Winter.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) De Winter lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Schar had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) A jab hits home from De Winter and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) De Winter fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) De Winter can't connect with a jab, but then hits Schar with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) Taking a few gulps of breath, De Winter is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) De Winter steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 2 - 03:40) De Winter lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) De Winter lands a jab and then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) De Winter closes in on Schar, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:07) A quick flurry of punches from De Winter sees two of four hit home and then scores with a fantastic right cross!

(Rd 2 - 03:07) Schar wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 2 - 02:47) De Winter quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Schar!

(Rd 2 - 02:47) De Winter is too slow though, and Schar is back up.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:19) A jab hits home from De Winter and then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 02:05) A one-two from De Winter fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) Schar shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) De Winter stops the takedown with a great sprawl. He steps away to safety.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) De Winter fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) De Winter can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Schar with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:48) De Winter can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) A few deep breaths betray that De Winter is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) A jab is wide from De Winter, but then he scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:17) De Winter comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:17) Schar may have been aiming to get in close, but De Winter aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 00:17) De Winter can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was a quality round and the fans are really getting into this.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That was pretty dominant by De Winter, a 10-8 round on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make it 20-17 to De Winter.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:49) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) Schar appeared to be going to try and get in close, but De Winter took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 04:16) De Winter connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Breathing very hard, De Winter is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Schar is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him!

(Rd 3 - 04:06) De Winter steps in and tries to finish with a scorching right hand, but Schar narrowly avoids it.

(Rd 3 - 03:45) De Winter hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:45) Blood is visible on Schar, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) De Winter hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:17) Retreating until backed against the cage, Schar looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! He is covering up as best as he can, but is vulnerable!

(Rd 3 - 03:17) A short knee strike from De Winter doesn't find a home.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Circling back to the center, Schar looks like he has regained his composure.

(Rd 3 - 02:59) De Winter moves in on Schar, preparing to throw.

(Rd 3 - 02:59) A punch from De Winter fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) De Winter closes in on Schar, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Schar appeared to be going for a takedown, but De Winter took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) A punch from De Winter fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) A jab is wide from De Winter, but then he hits Schar with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 02:27) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) De Winter lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 02:14) De Winter seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 02:09) De Winter hits a left jab and then hits Schar with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 01:51) Circling warily, Schar is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 3 - 01:51) De Winter lands a left hand and then catches Schar with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:42) Referee Kyle Crisp calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Schar.

(Rd 3 - 01:42) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 3 - 01:42) The fight will be restarted in the center!

(Rd 3 - 01:36) De Winter hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) A jab is wide from De Winter, but then he hits Schar with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Schar backs off quickly, I think that last shot really shook him!

(Rd 3 - 01:09) De Winter acts fast, moving in and flooring Schar with a right hand to the jaw!

(Rd 3 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) De Winter quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Schar!

(Rd 3 - 00:57) De Winter pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:37) De Winter fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 3 - 00:12) Schar scoots around and wraps his legs around De Winter to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That was a 10-8 to De Winter on my card, Schar was well behind.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Schar needs to take it up a level, he's going to lose this fight unless he can find a finish, in my opinion.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:55) De Winter confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Schar looked like he was going to shoot, but De Winter simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 04:55) De Winter can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Schar with a stunning right hook!

(Rd 4 - 04:55) It's a knock out! Schar is down and out!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) The winner, by knock out, is 'Ice Cold' Stephan De Winter!

 

 

Official Result: 'Ice Cold' Stephan De Winter defeats Fabian 'The Elite' Schar (Knock Out (Punch) in 0:11 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Stephan De Winter name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of the fans who turned out to support him. He is asked who he'd like to fight next, and he answers that as Silvio Leite has publicly asked for a fight then he'd be open to making that happen.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Faas "Evolution" Smit (38-17, 0-0 CTC, From: Amsterdam, Netherlands, Favorite: -940) vs. Flavio Alberto (8-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Brasilia, Brazil, Underdog: +750)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Faas 'Evolution' Smit squaring off with Flavio Alberto.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Alan Allen, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Alberto stalks forward, pressuring Smit.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Smit hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Alberto comes in with a flurry of four quick punches, landing one of them, but finds nothing but air with a big left.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Alberto comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Smit misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Alberto fails to find a home for his jab, but then he catches Smit with a left hook to the body.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Alberto comes forward, walking down Smit.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Smit tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) A jab is wide from Alberto, but then he hits Smit with a left to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Alberto comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Smit scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Alberto can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he catches Smit with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:40) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Alberto steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Smit fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 03:13) Stepping in, Alberto throws three quick punches, one of which land, and then he scores with a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Smit finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) With fast hands, Alberto scores with two quick punches that set up a nice uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Alberto may have hurt his own hand with that last punch, judging from his reaction.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) A damaged hand will obviously cause Alberto some major problems when it comes to striking.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:00) Alberto counters a right hand with a right jab and a big left hand that just misses.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) Smit dodges a left hand and counter-attacks with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Smit counters a left hand with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) Alberto misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Smit attacks with a left jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:48) Taking a few gulps of breath, Alberto is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Smit hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Alberto is off-target with a jab but hits a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) They come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Alberto misses a jab and also can't hit a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Smit tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Alberto.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Alberto looks pumped up and his team are delighted.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) He may have come into this fight as the heavy underdog, but you wouldn't know it based on that first round.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) There's a brief exchange of fire but neither fighter lands.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Alberto doesn't connect with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Alberto deals with two punches without issue, his guard remains solid.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 2 - 03:59) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Alberto misses with a right jab and also has a left hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Smit has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Alberto counters a right hand with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Smit comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) Alberto hit a counter right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) A three-punch combo fails to trouble Alberto.

(Rd 2 - 02:28) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:14) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Smit attacks with strikes.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Alberto lands a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) Smit throws three punches, but Alberto defended successfully against them all.

(Rd 2 - 01:22) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 00:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:24) Smit misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:06) Smit slips past a left hook and counters with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Alberto 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Alberto up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:51) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) Smit is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 04:09) Alberto appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) Smit forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) Alberto manages a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) Alberto buys a feint and is left open.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) A jab hits home from Smit and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Alberto misses a left hook and gets countered with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:22) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 3 - 03:01) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 02:39) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:16) Smit attacks with strikes.

(Rd 3 - 02:16) Alberto fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 3 - 02:16) Smit can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he catches Alberto with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Alberto misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Smit comes in with a nice left hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Smit steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Alberto throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) A jab lands from Smit but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) Smit is trying to muscle Alberto up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:19) He does so and now has Alberto pinned to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 01:00) Smit smothers Alberto against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 00:46) Alberto is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) Alberto is trapped against the cage and Smit punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) Alberto is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 00:23) Alberto is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) Smit uses dirty boxing to punish Alberto while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Smit, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Alberto is ahead 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:51) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Smit misses with a big right hand, allowing Alberto to counter with a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) Smit is trying to muscle Alberto up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) Smit achieves it, pinning Alberto to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Smit is looking really tired.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Smit hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Smit smothers Alberto against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 04:02) Smit scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:49) Smit pins Alberto up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 4 - 03:29) Smit smothers Alberto against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 03:14) Alberto gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 03:01) Smit smothers Alberto against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 02:50) Alberto is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 02:37) Smit smothers Alberto against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:25) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:17) Alberto misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Smit to attack with a left hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) Alberto comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) Smit lands a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) Alberto can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:42) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:42) Alberto misses with a right jab and also has a left hook blocked.

(Rd 4 - 01:42) Smit has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Smit hits a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:21) Alberto lands a right jab and a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:09) From the looks of things, I don't think Alberto has much energy left.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) Alberto slips past a right hook and counters with a quick right hook.

(Rd 4 - 00:54) Smit seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) Alberto initiates an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) Smit throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 4 - 00:46) Alberto hits a right hand but Smit avoids a big left.

(Rd 4 - 00:36) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:36) Smit uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Alberto.

(Rd 4 - 00:25) Smit uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Alberto.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) Smit attempts to wrestle Alberto to the ground.

(Rd 4 - 00:12) It's unsuccessful, Alberto maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I think Smit took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) We go into the final round with everything still to fight for.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:53) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Alberto misses with a right jab and also has a left hook blocked.

(Rd 5 - 04:53) Smit has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Alberto comes forward.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Smit fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 5 - 04:32) Alberto throws a one-two, but Smit was equal to it.

(Rd 5 - 04:03) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 5 - 03:39) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 03:39) The two fighters strike, but without success.

(Rd 5 - 03:39) Alberto is off target with a right jab and also can't hit a left cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:39) Smit can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) Smit misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Alberto comes in with a right jab and a good left hook.

(Rd 5 - 03:16) Smit looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 5 - 02:50) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 02:50) Smit misses with a big right hand, allowing Alberto to counter with a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 02:37) Alberto looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) Alberto misses with a big left hand, allowing Smit to counter with a quick left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Smit looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) The fighters fall into a sloppy clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Smit is trying to muscle Alberto up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Smit does it, Alberto is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:56) Alberto takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 5 - 01:45) Alberto is trapped against the cage and Smit hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 01:29) Smit pins Alberto up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) Alberto gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 5 - 00:59) Smit keeps Alberto up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) Smit smothers Alberto against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 00:26) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 00:17) Smit chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Alberto down.

(Rd 5 - 00:17) Alberto almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Smit has hold of one leg.

(Rd 5 - 00:17) Unable to complete the takedown, Smit instead pushes Alberto up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Smit, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 49-46.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Faas 'Evolution' Smit the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Faas 'Evolution' Smit defeats Flavio Alberto (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Faas Smit praises his team at Euro Team Thunder, 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 he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Hand Grenade" Valetin Tanayev (11-0, 0-0 CTC, From: St. Petersburg, Russia, Favorite: -760) vs. "The Chunky Monkey" Allen LeFleur (8-0, 1-0 CTC, From: La Tuque, Quebec, Underdog: +600)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The Hand Grenade' Valentin Taneyev battling 'The Chunky Monkey' Allen LeFleur.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) About to fight in front of a home crowd, LeFleur unsurprisingly gets a loud ovation from the crowd as he makes his entrance.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Taneyev fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:43) LeFleur backs off but does not look at all steady on his feet, he has clearly been rocked by that last blow!

(Rd 1 - 04:43) LeFleur is dropped by a big right hook!

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Taneyev senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Incredibly, LeFleur holds on and survives an arsenal of stomps and kicks!

(Rd 1 - 04:06) In comes Taneyev looking to get some form of ground control.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) LeFleur tries to get free, but Taneyev is able to secure side control.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Looking to catch his breath, Taneyev is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) LeFleur tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 1 - 03:05) Taneyev throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) LeFleur tries to pull guard on Taneyev but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) Taneyev looks to get a mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt.

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Taneyev blocks LeFleur as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Taneyev starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 01:25) Taneyev struggles but cannot mount LeFleur.

(Rd 1 - 00:53) Taneyev blocks LeFleur as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) LeFleur hits a tentative left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:31) Taneyev can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:20) A punch from Taneyev fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 00:16) LeFleur moves in fast and clinches with Taneyev.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) LeFleur looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:07) It doesn't work, Taneyev defended against it well.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Taneyev, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Taneyev. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) It looked like we were about to see LeFleur try and get some grappling started, but Taneyev was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:49) Taneyev can't connect with a jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:39) Taneyev throws a hook to the body, but LeFleur steps back to avoid it.

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Seizing the opportunity, LeFleur clinches.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) LeFleur is trying to push Taneyev so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) LeFleur can't do it though, and Taneyev gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Taneyev tries to take LeFleur down.

(Rd 2 - 04:10) Taneyev gets the takedown! LeFleur pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Taneyev throws some elbows but LeFleur isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 2 - 03:44) Taneyev gets pulled in tight, and takes a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the face.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) Taneyev looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 2 - 03:24) LeFleur is ready for the attempt though, and keeps Taneyev firmly in guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) LeFleur tries to pull Taneyev in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.

(Rd 2 - 02:10) Taneyev pounds away with elbow strikes but LeFleur isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Taneyev gets pulled in tight, and takes a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the face.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) LeFleur keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.

(Rd 2 - 01:29) Taneyev comes in with a flurry of four quick punches, landing two of them, but LeFleur steps back to avoid a right to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) LeFleur warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) Taneyev throws a hook to the body, but LeFleur steps back to avoid it.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) Seizing the opportunity, LeFleur clinches.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) LeFleur is trying to push Taneyev so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:53) LeFleur does it, Taneyev is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) An ugly but effective tactic, LeFleur is pressing Taneyev up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.

(Rd 2 - 00:35) The remainder of the round sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but LeFleur came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have them tied at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:51) Taneyev steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 3 - 04:51) LeFleur lands a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:51) A jab hits home from Taneyev and then he scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Circling warily, LeFleur is looking for a chance to get close enough to grapple.

(Rd 3 - 04:36) Taneyev lands a left hand and then hits LeFleur with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Taneyev is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 04:15) Taneyev throws a punch but LeFleur avoids it.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) A jab lands from Taneyev, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) Taneyev hits a left jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Taneyev fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:12) Taneyev throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but LeFleur is equal to all of them.

(Rd 3 - 03:04) LeFleur seizes the chance and grabs Taneyev into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) LeFleur is trying to muscle Taneyev up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) LeFleur can't do it though, and Taneyev gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) Taneyev tries to take LeFleur down.

(Rd 3 - 02:32) LeFleur blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) Taneyev tries to take LeFleur down.

(Rd 3 - 02:19) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) In side control, Taneyev throws a couple of punches designed to keep LeFleur guessing.

(Rd 3 - 01:41) In side control, Taneyev throws a couple of punches designed to keep LeFleur guessing.

(Rd 3 - 01:24) LeFleur tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 3 - 01:12) Taneyev throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 3 - 00:42) Taneyev blocks LeFleur as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 00:28) Taneyev fires away with elbows, but only a few actually find their way through and even those are only glancing blows.

(Rd 3 - 00:14) LeFleur tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) There are some audible boos from the crowd, that wasn't the most exciting round we've ever seen.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Taneyev, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Taneyev up 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:54) LeFleur shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:54) LeFleur came in too slow and Taneyev was able to counter by catching him with a knee strike!

(Rd 4 - 04:54) LeFleur drops to his hands and knees, stunned.

(Rd 4 - 04:43) Taneyev floats over the turtled LeFleur and takes his back.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) LeFleur scrambles back to his feet, but Taneyev has back control.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Releasing back control, Taneyev backs away.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Taneyev confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) LeFleur lands a weak, tentative jab.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Taneyev can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) A jab is wide from Taneyev, but then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:44) Blood is visible on LeFleur, a strike looks to have opened up a nasty cut above his eye.

(Rd 4 - 03:35) A few deep breaths betray that Taneyev is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 4 - 03:22) Taneyev lands a jab and then scores with a right to the body.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) Taneyev lands a left hand and then hits LeFleur with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) Taneyev connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) Taneyev can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:12) Taneyev connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) Taneyev doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) With LeFleur bleeding, the referee pauses the fight so that the cut can be checked.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) The ringside doctor examines the cut...and signals that it isn't a fight ender.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) The fight recommences!

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Taneyev moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) LeFleur had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 01:56) Taneyev throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Taneyev lands a left hand and then catches LeFleur with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 01:24) LeFleur appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Taneyev took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 01:24) Taneyev can't connect with a jab, but then catches LeFleur with a stunning right hook!

(Rd 4 - 01:24) He's down! LeFleur falls to the floor!

(Rd 4 - 01:19) Taneyev starts pounding away on LeFleur, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 4 - 01:19) Taneyev pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.

(Rd 4 - 01:04) Taneyev throws some elbows but LeFleur deals with the blows fairly easily.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Taneyev blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:33) Taneyev fires away with elbows but does little in the way of damage as they were all deflected away.

(Rd 4 - 00:22) LeFleur tries to move to guard, but Taneyev doesn't allow it.

(Rd 4 - 00:04) Taneyev fires away with elbows but LeFleur doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Taneyev, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, LeFleur realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Taneyev throws a hook to the body, but LeFleur steps back to avoid it.

(Rd 5 - 04:38) Seizing the opportunity, LeFleur clinches.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) LeFleur is trying to muscle Taneyev up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) He does so and now has Taneyev pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) Taneyev looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 04:09) LeFleur smothers Taneyev against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 5 - 03:54) LeFleur leans all of his weight up against Taneyev, pressing him against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:54) 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 5 - 02:39) LeFleur traps Taneyev up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 5 - 02:39) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) Referee Kyle Crisp thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:27) Taking a few gulps of breath, LeFleur is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) Taneyev lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Taneyev confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) LeFleur may have been aiming to get in close, but Taneyev aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 01:03) Taneyev uses a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:47) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.

(Rd 5 - 00:28) Looking very tired, Taneyev clinches to try and buy some recovery time.

(Rd 5 - 00:28) Taneyev tries to wriggle free, but LeFleur controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 5 - 00:15) LeFleur tries to wrestle Taneyev backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:15) LeFleur manages it and controls Taneyev up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:01) LeFleur smothers Taneyev against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to LeFleur, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have scored it 49-46 (Reginald Wodehouse), 49-46 (Johnny Beerbohm) and 50-45 (Stewart Morecambe).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) 'The Hand Grenade' Valentin Taneyev is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Hand Grenade' Valentin Taneyev defeats 'The Chunky Monkey' Allen LeFleur (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Valentin Tanayev gives a name-check to everyone at St. Petersburg Elite, all his various sponsors, then all of his family, friends, and supporters. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he demands a fight with Anthony LeToussier.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Osamu "Decision" Dan (10-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Favorite: -310) vs. Silvio Leite (10-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +240)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Osamu 'Decision' Dan battles Silvio Leite.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Stewart Morecambe, Alan Allen, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We are underway!

(Rd 1 - 04:52) Stepping in, Leite aggressively get a dominant clinch position.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) Clinched with Dan, Leite looks to try and take him down.

(Rd 1 - 04:35) It's unsuccessful, Dan maintained a good solid base.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Leite is looking to muscle Dan back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:24) Leite can't do it though, Dan defended it well.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Getting underhooks, Dan looks for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) He hoists Leite up and grounds him with a Greco-Roman slam.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Dan takes the back off the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:47) Dan increases his control by getting both hooks in.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Dan pounds away with rights, but Leite covers up and only a couple manage to get through.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Dan tries to pound on Leite, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Dan maintains his hooks, despite Leite trying to break them.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Dan pounds away, but Leite calmly deals with them.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Leite tries to improve his chances of survival by breaking free of the hooks, but they're too tight.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Dan, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 1 - 02:04) Leite stops Dan from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:30) Leite struggles against Dan but cannot get himself free from the hooks.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) Dan, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) Dan flattens Leite out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!

(Rd 1 - 00:36) The winner, by submission, is Osamu 'Decision' Dan!

 

 

Official Result: Osamu 'Decision' Dan defeats Silvio Leite (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:24 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Osamu Dan gives a name-check to everyone at Top Team Japan, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He praises Leite for a tough fight.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Christian "Overload" Mountfield (14-7, 0-0 CTC, From: Ann Arbor, Michigan, Favorite: -1050) vs. "The Psychopath" Folee Caffatere (8-4, 1-0 CTC, From: Marseille, France, Underdog: +830)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, Christian 'Overload' Mountfield facing 'The Psychopath' Folee Caffatere.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Caffatere looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Mountfield looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Caffatere simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Caffatere throws a punch but Mountfield avoids it.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) Caffatere throws a punch but Mountfield was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 04:28) Mountfield seizes the chance and grabs Caffatere into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Mountfield tries to wrestle Caffatere backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Caffatere ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:04) Caffatere is trapped against the cage and Mountfield hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 03:44) Caffatere is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Caffatere is pressed up against the cage and simply can't break the control that Mountfield has over him.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Showing his ability to exert control, Mountfield smothers Caffatere up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.

(Rd 1 - 01:09) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp separates the two fighters.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Caffatere can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) Mountfield aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:38) A jab is wide from Caffatere, but then he catches Mountfield with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Without taking too much damage, Mountfield is able to clinch with Caffatere.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Mountfield uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Caffatere.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Mountfield uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Caffatere.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Mountfield, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Mountfield. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Mountfield may have been aiming to get in close, but Caffatere aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Caffatere can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Mountfield with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) A punch from Caffatere fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 04:26) Caffatere is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Mountfield looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Caffatere simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:13) Caffatere can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Mountfield with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) It looked like we were about to see Mountfield try and get some grappling started, but Caffatere was more aggressive and took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 03:54) A jab lands from Caffatere, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Caffatere can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Blood is visible on Mountfield, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 2 - 03:11) Caffatere can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 03:01) Caffatere throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 2 - 02:41) Caffatere can't connect with a jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Caffatere can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Mountfield with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Caffatere appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) Caffatere moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) Mountfield appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Caffatere took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) Caffatere throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.

(Rd 2 - 01:36) Caffatere can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) Referee Kyle Crisp calls for a pause, he wants to check the cut on Mountfield.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) The doctor checks the cut, but seems happy that it does not present too much of a problem.

(Rd 2 - 01:31) We're back underway!

(Rd 2 - 01:22) Caffatere fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Caffatere looks very tired out there.

(Rd 2 - 01:05) A jab is wide from Caffatere, but then he catches Mountfield with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) Mountfield steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 2 - 00:54) A jab is wide from Caffatere, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 00:47) Mountfield gets hold of Caffatere.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Mountfield is trying to muscle Caffatere up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:40) Mountfield achieves it, pinning Caffatere to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) Mountfield uses dirty boxing to punish Caffatere while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:09) Mountfield smothers Caffatere against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Caffatere, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) Round three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:51) A jab hits home from Caffatere and then he catches Mountfield with a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 04:31) Caffatere throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 3 - 04:26) Mountfield gets hold of Caffatere, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) Mountfield looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:18) The takedown is completed, Mountfield gets side control from it.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) Caffatere looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) Mountfield attempts an americana.

(Rd 3 - 03:58) Caffatere defends himself well.

(Rd 3 - 03:33) Mountfield attempts an arm triangle.

(Rd 3 - 03:33) Mountfield gets the arm triangle, sinks it in deeply, but Caffatere is still trying to fight out of it!

(Rd 3 - 03:33) No! Caffatere manages to break free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Mountfield tries to lock Caffatere in a kimura.

(Rd 3 - 03:02) Caffatere doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) Mountfield tries to lock Caffatere in a kimura.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) Caffatere stops Mountfield from applying it.

(Rd 3 - 01:51) Mountfield fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) In side control, Mountfield catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:06) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) Mountfield aggressively moves in, risking taking strikes for the chance of getting some grappling started.

(Rd 3 - 00:56) Caffatere can't connect with a jab, but then hits Mountfield with a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Mountfield seizes the chance and grabs Caffatere into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:41) Mountfield is trying to muscle Caffatere up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:41) Caffatere ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:25) Mountfield keeps Caffatere up against the cage with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 00:19) Caffatere is trapped against the cage and Mountfield hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Mountfield, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I make it 29-28 to Mountfield.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:50) Mountfield looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Caffatere simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 04:50) Caffatere throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Caffatere throws a punch but Mountfield was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 04:23) Caffatere looks totally gassed.

(Rd 4 - 04:13) Caffatere throws a punch but Mountfield was equal to it.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Mountfield is able to grab Caffatere.

(Rd 4 - 03:55) Mountfield hits Caffatere with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 4 - 03:35) Mountfield is looking to muscle Caffatere back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:35) He does so and now has Caffatere pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) Showing his ability to exert control, Mountfield smothers Caffatere up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 02:14) Mountfield smothers Caffatere up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:14) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 4 - 01:09) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:09) For the first time, Mountfield is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) Mountfield comes in, apparently willing to take some hits if it means getting close enough to grapple.

(Rd 4 - 00:59) Caffatere throws a punch but Mountfield avoids it.

(Rd 4 - 00:52) Mountfield gets hold of Caffatere.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Mountfield is trying to push Caffatere so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) He does so and now has Caffatere pinned to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:30) Mountfield presses Caffatere up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:30) The rest of the round sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Mountfield, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Caffatere really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Mountfield, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance.

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Caffatere lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 5 - 04:30) Caffatere confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 5 - 04:30) Mountfield had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 04:30) A punch from Caffatere fails to land.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) Caffatere looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) A one-two from Caffatere fails to land.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) Caffatere uses a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 5 - 03:38) Without taking too much damage, Mountfield is able to clinch with Caffatere.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Using his wrestling skills, Mountfield is trying to push Caffatere up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:29) Mountfield achieves it, pinning Caffatere to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:11) Mountfield stomps down on his opponent's foot.

(Rd 5 - 03:05) Caffatere is trapped against the cage and Mountfield punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 02:46) Caffatere is trapped against the cage and Mountfield punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 02:31) An ugly but effective tactic, Mountfield is pressing Caffatere up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.

(Rd 5 - 02:31) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 01:28) Mountfield uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 5 - 01:14) Mountfield shows great control, keeping Caffatere pressed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:14) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.

(Rd 5 - 00:08) The lack of progress forces the referee to separate the two fighters.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Mountfield, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges score the contest as 49-46.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Christian 'Overload' Mountfield!

 

 

Official Result: Christian 'Overload' Mountfield defeats 'The Psychopath' Folee Caffatere (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Christian Mountfield praises his team at Impact MMA, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. Christian Mountfield says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Rafael Van Der Moot (14-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Rotterdam, Netherlands, Favorite: -1200) vs. Frankie Burgess (6-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Amsterdam, Netherlands, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Rafael Van Der Moot battles Frankie Burgess.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Harry A. Bierce.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Stewart Morecambe, Alan Allen, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Burgess misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Van Der Moot attacks with a sequence of jabs that are followed by a good right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Burgess is off target with a pair of jabs but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Van Der Moot uses a left jab and also drives a kick into the thigh area.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Van Der Moot dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Burgess hits a left jab but doesn't connect with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Van Der Moot hits a jab and also lands a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:52) Van Der Moot counters a right hand with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Van Der Moot lands a left jab but can't make contact on a right head kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) Burgess hits a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

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

(Rd 1 - 02:02) Van Der Moot parries away a right head kick attempt and counters with a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 01:54) Burgess is limping a little bit.

(Rd 1 - 01:41) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Burgess limps slightly as he circles.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Van Der Moot counters a short body kick with a nice right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:52) Burgess misses with a big right hand, allowing Van Der Moot to counter with a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) For the first time, Burgess is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) Van Der Moot rolls his shoulders to relax them, then moves forward.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Van Der Moot, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Van Der Moot looks very happy with that first round. He is certainly living up to position as being the heavy favourite to win this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's going to be a real uphill struggle for Burgess from this point onward.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 05:00) Burgess limps pretty heavily as he circles around.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Burgess misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Van Der Moot attacks with four quick punches and lands two of them and then lands a powerful right head kick!

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Burgess wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Van Der Moot moves in quickly to try and finish Burgess with stomps and kicks!

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Somehow Burgess hangs on, surviving a flurry of stomps and kicks to the body!

(Rd 2 - 04:16) On his back, Burgess watches as Van Der Moot comes in looking to get a dominant ground position.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Van Der Moot attains side control.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Van Der Moot begins trying to get himself into a mount.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Burgess can't stop it and gets mounted.

(Rd 2 - 03:22) Van Der Moot pounds away on Burgess, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head!

(Rd 2 - 03:22) The referee jumps in and saves Burgess from taking any more shots!

(Rd 2 - 03:05) The winner, by TKO, is Rafael Van Der Moot!

 

 

Official Result: Rafael Van Der Moot defeats Frankie Burgess (TKO (Strikes) in 1:55 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Rafael Van Der Moot thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Visibly delighted, Rafael Van Der Moot celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Big Dog" Linfield Ballard (23-9, 0-0 CTC, From: Houston, Texas, Favorite: -550) vs. Datsakorn "Lefty" Pratoomwong (5-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Bangkok, Thailand, Underdog: +430)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Big Dog' Linfield Ballard takes on Datsakorn 'Lefty' Pratoomwong.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:48) Ballard counters a roundhouse kick with a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Ballard steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Pratoomwong lands a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Ballard throws a one-two, but Pratoomwong was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:03) Ballard misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a right jab and a quick kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Pratoomwong dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right jab and a left hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) They engage in the center.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Ballard misses with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Pratoomwong uses a right jab and also hits a kick to the leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:01) Ballard hits a spinning kick to the body. Pratoomwong lands a right jab but doesn't connect with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging.

(Rd 1 - 02:29) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Ballard misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Pratoomwong comes in with a pair of right jabs that are followed by a left hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Ballard misses with a spinning back kick.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Pratoomwong is off target with a right jab and also misses a high kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Pratoomwong slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a head kick that is off-target.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Pratoomwong uses a right jab but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 01:22) Ballard hits a jab and also scores with a left hook to the side of the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Ballard slips past a left hook and counters with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 00:34) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Not much happened in that round, hopefully the fighters will pick up the pace a bit when we restart.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Pratoomwong.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Ballard, the heavy favourite, would not have expected the first round to go like that; he looks a little dazed.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:49) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Ballard has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 04:24) Pratoomwong is off-target with a jab and also is well off target with a head kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Ballard counters a left hand with a jab and a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) Ballard is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Ballard misses a jab but hits a left roundhouse kick to the body. Pratoomwong uses a right jab but misses a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Ballard lets a body kick sail wide and then counters with a right cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Ballard fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Pratoomwong with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Pratoomwong appears to have suffered a gash under his eye.

(Rd 2 - 02:17) Pratoomwong gets hold of Ballard without taking too much damage.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Pratoomwong tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Ballard uses wrestling to smother the attacks.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) Pratoomwong is trying to push Ballard so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) He does so and now has Ballard pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:41) Pratoomwong smothers Ballard against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 01:27) Pratoomwong catches Ballard with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:13) Ballard gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 01:00) Ballard is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear.

(Rd 2 - 00:44) Pratoomwong smothers Ballard against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) Pratoomwong tries to maintain control, but Ballard wrestles his way out of trouble and circles back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:10) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 00:10) Ballard counters a left hand with two jabs that are followed by a kick to the lead leg.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Pratoomwong came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Pratoomwong up 20-18 on my scorecard.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The corner goes to work between rounds trying to close the cut on Pratoomwong.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Ballard steps forward, looking to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Pratoomwong manages a counter jab.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Ballard uses a left jab but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:29) Ballard lands a left jab and also gets a glancing blow with a high kick. Pratoomwong lands a leg kick.

(Rd 3 - 04:13) Taking a few gulps of breath, Pratoomwong is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Ballard misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Pratoomwong to attack with a low kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Ballard appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Pratoomwong misses with a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 3 - 03:24) Ballard is off-target with a jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 03:06) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 3 - 02:35) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:56) Pratoomwong slips past a right hook and counters with a right jab and a leg kick that narrowly misses the target.

(Rd 3 - 01:40) Ballard is breathing very hard.

(Rd 3 - 01:40) Ballard limps pretty heavily as he circles around.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:29) Ballard misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Pratoomwong attacks with a jab and a low kick that doesn't connect.

(Rd 3 - 01:17) Pratoomwong is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Ballard connects with a left hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Pratoomwong lands a one-two.

(Rd 3 - 01:09) Ballard looks to have been cut under his eye.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) Ballard counters a left hand with a good right hand.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:27) Ballard lets a body kick sail wide and then counters with a quick left hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:20) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 3 - 00:20) Pratoomwong tries to wrestle Ballard backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:20) Pratoomwong does it, Ballard is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:01) Pratoomwong smothers Ballard against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Breathing very hard, Pratoomwong is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Pratoomwong.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Ballard will be able to take the victory without a finish.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) In between rounds, the cut man tries to stop the bleeding of Ballard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 05:00) Ballard is limping noticeably.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:47) Pratoomwong misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Ballard to attack with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) Ballard has a definite limp from the damage he has taken to his legs.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:32) Pratoomwong misses a left hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) Ballard looks like he is on the verge of exhaustion.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) Ballard tries to wriggle free, but Pratoomwong controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) Pratoomwong is trying to push Ballard so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:03) Ballard ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Pratoomwong smothers Ballard against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 03:40) Pratoomwong smothers Ballard against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) Ballard takes a hard foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 03:20) Ballard waits for Pratoomwong to try and throw a knee and quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:01) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:01) Pratoomwong slips past a right hook and counters with a right jab and a left hook that is ducked.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) Pratoomwong is off target with a right jab but lands a low kick. Ballard is off target with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) Pratoomwong misses a jab and also can't hit a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 02:22) Ballard is off-target with a jab and also can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 02:11) From the looks of things, I don't think Pratoomwong has much energy left.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:05) Ballard counters a left hand with a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 01:52) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:52) Ballard gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Pratoomwong uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Using his wrestling skills, Pratoomwong is trying to push Ballard up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:37) Ballard ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:26) Pratoomwong tries to use dirty boxing against Ballard, but his opponent's wrestling skills prevent any damage from happening.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Ballard looks totally gassed.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Ballard uses his wrestling skills to prevent Pratoomwong from throwing any knee strikes.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) Ballard takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 4 - 00:37) Ballard takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 4 - 00:22) Despite his gas tank clearly running on empty now, Pratoomwong smothers Ballard up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:22) Pratoomwong and Ballard remain up against the cage for the rest of the round, totally exhausted and barely doing anything.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time runs out on round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Pratoomwong.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Ballard really needs a finish in this final round or he will lose the fight.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Several red marks around his ribs show that Ballard has taken some heavy shots to the body tonight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) Our last round, round five, begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Ballard lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Pratoomwong finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:34) Ballard slips past a left hook and counters with a jab and a solid right hand.

(Rd 5 - 04:21) Pratoomwong looks exhausted.

(Rd 5 - 04:07) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 5 - 04:07) Ballard scores with a left hook. Pratoomwong hits a right hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:52) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 5 - 03:31) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 5 - 03:31) Pratoomwong slips past a right hook and counters with a right jab and a left hand.

(Rd 5 - 03:22) Both fighters look spent, and at close range they fall into a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 03:22) Ballard tries to wriggle free, but Pratoomwong controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 5 - 03:06) Ballard gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Pratoomwong uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 5 - 02:50) Pratoomwong hits Ballard with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 5 - 02:36) Pratoomwong uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Ballard.

(Rd 5 - 02:17) Pratoomwong is looking to muscle Ballard back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:17) Pratoomwong achieves it, pinning Ballard to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:04) Ballard is trapped against the cage and Pratoomwong punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Ballard is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 01:41) Pratoomwong pins Ballard up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Pratoomwong smothers Ballard against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 01:10) Pratoomwong uses dirty boxing to punish Ballard while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 5 - 00:55) Pratoomwong drives a knee to the thigh area.

(Rd 5 - 00:47) Pratoomwong attempts to hit a knee to the thigh area but Ballard tightens the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 00:28) Pratoomwong hits a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 00:21) Pratoomwong tries to throw a knee but Ballard uses wrestling to prevent it.

(Rd 5 - 00:04) Ballard is trapped against the cage and Pratoomwong hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time expires on round five, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Pratoomwong.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have given 49-46.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Datsakorn 'Lefty' Pratoomwong is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: Datsakorn 'Lefty' Pratoomwong defeats 'The Big Dog' Linfield Ballard (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Datsakorn Pratoomwong thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Datsakorn Pratoomwong says that being such a heavy underdog helped motivate him during training and that he's delighted to have caused the upset and proven the bookies wrong. Datsakorn Pratoomwong gave a good account of himself here.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Gladiator" Niko Soldo (19-2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Zadar, Croatia, Favorite: -1200) vs. "The Judge" Joel Mankin (7-0, 1-0 CTC, From: New York, New York, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The Gladiator' Niko Soldo fighting 'The Judge' Joel Mankin.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Harry A. Bierce will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Stewart Morecambe.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Soldo steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Soldo comes in fast with four quick punches, landing two of them, and then hits a spin kick to the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Soldo connects with a nice jab and then hits Mankin with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Mankin hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) Soldo connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Two defensive jabs hit from Mankin, but neither had any power.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) A combo that ends with a roundhouse body kick fails to land for Soldo.

(Rd 1 - 03:30) Soldo lands a left hand and then hits Mankin with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) Mankin uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) A jab hits home from Soldo and then he lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Soldo comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Soldo can't connect with a jab, but then hits Mankin with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) Soldo fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Mankin with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:22) Soldo hits a left jab and then catches Mankin with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Circling, Mankin clearly wants to get close enough to grapple but is wary about getting hit.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Soldo can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Soldo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Soldo fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Mankin with a powerful right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Soldo steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Soldo throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Soldo shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Mankin stops the takedown with a great sprawl; Soldo is forced down onto his hands and knees.

(Rd 1 - 00:43) Mankin pounds away on Soldo, landing a few clean shots but not many.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Mankin prepares to throw a knee strike, but can't keep control of Soldo who is able to spring back up.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Soldo lands a jab and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Soldo takes that round easily by 10-8 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Most people will expect Soldo to go on and win this fight now that the first round has gone his way.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's hard to see a scenario where Mankin can do enough to take this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Mankin had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) A jab hits home from Soldo and then he hits Mankin with a sensational high right head kick!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) It's a knock out! Mankin is down and out!

(Rd 2 - 04:43) By knock out, the winner is Niko Soldo!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Gladiator' Niko Soldo defeats 'The Judge' Joel Mankin (Knock Out (Kick) in 0:17 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Niko Soldo thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. Niko Soldo says that it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Mankin. Niko Soldo is good in these interviews and knows how to sell himself.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Demolition Expert" Raul Hughes (17-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Elgin, Illinois, Favorite: -730) vs. Titi Stringer (5-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Arlington, Texas, Underdog: +580)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Demolition Expert' Raul Hughes competes against Titi Stringer in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Johnny Beerbohm, Stewart Morecambe, and Alan Allen.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) And here we go!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:06) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Hughes moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Stringer into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Hughes moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) A jab hits home from Hughes and then he catches Stringer with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Moving forward constantly, Hughes is pressuring Stringer.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Stringer scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Hughes lands a jab and then he hits Stringer with a straight left.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Hughes comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Stringer fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Hughes uses a right jab but Stringer steps back to avoid a left to the body.

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

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Stringer throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:03) Hughes throws a one-two, but Stringer was equal to it.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) A jab hits home from Hughes and then he hits a nice straight left.

(Rd 1 - 02:51) It looks like Stringer has been cut above the eye.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Moving forward constantly, Hughes is pressuring Stringer.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Stringer hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:31) Hughes moves in behind three quick punches, all of them landing, but misses with a vicious left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Hughes steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Stringer hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:07) Hughes can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits a nice straight left that lands hard.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Hughes struts around the cage like he owns the place.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Hughes moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Stringer into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Hughes moves into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 01:55) A jab is wide from Hughes, but then he hits a crunching straight left to the jaw!

(Rd 1 - 01:55) Stringer is out! It's all over!

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Raul Hughes takes the victory by way of knock out!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Demolition Expert' Raul Hughes defeats Titi Stringer (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:09 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Raul Hughes thanks everyone connected to American Cage Fighters for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he wants to matchmakers to give him Datsakorn Pratoomwong.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Dragon" Tadamasa Yamada (23-4, 0-0 CTC, From: Osaka, Japan, Favorite: -1190) vs. Marcos Maciel (8-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Dragon' Tadamasa Yamada fights Marcos Maciel in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Stewart Morecambe, Alan Allen, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Maciel comes in looking to strike.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Maciel connects with a nice jab and then hits Yamada with a right to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Moving forward constantly, Yamada is pressuring Maciel.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Yamada steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Maciel.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Yamada can't connect with a jab, but then he hits Maciel with a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Maciel connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Yamada attacks with strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Maciel scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 1 - 03:53) Yamada throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) Maciel motions for Yamada to come on and fight.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) Yamada lands a pair of tentative jabs.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) A one-two from Maciel fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Yamada comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Maciel tries to hit a jab, but misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Yamada moves in behind four quick punches, two of them finding a home, and then he lands a sick right head kick!

(Rd 1 - 03:19) He's down! Maciel falls to the floor!

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Yamada senses victory and starts to unload with punches!

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Yamada pounds away with right hands and Maciel is having trouble doing anything about it!

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Referee Kyle Crisp jumps in and stops the fight as Maciel went limp!

(Rd 1 - 02:40) By knock out, the winner is Tadamasa Yamada!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Dragon' Tadamasa Yamada defeats Marcos Maciel (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:20 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Tadamasa Yamada thanks everyone connected to Dragon's Lair Gym 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 he's very happy here. Tadamasa Yamada sold himself well in this interview, he is someone who gets how this business works.

 

 

Attendance: 384

Gate Reciepts: $36,096

Sponsorship: $24,242

Ad Revenue: $708,034

PPV Revenue: $143,748

Merchandise: $3,738

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $414,916)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Tadamasa Yamada           $185,140     Marcos Maciel            $11,866      FotN: Both: $10,000
Raul Hughes               $96,800      Titi Stringer            $2,264       KotN: Hughes: $5,000
Niko Soldo                $20,880      Joel Mankin              $2,132
Datsakorn Pratoomwong     $7,952       Linfield Ballard         $11,960      Perf: Pratoomwong: $5,000
Rafael Van Der Moot       $7,740       Frankie Burgess          $2,264
Christian Mountfield      $6,120       Folee Caffatere          $1,731
Osamu Dan                 $8,960       Silvio Leite             $2,132       SotN: Dan: $5,000
Valentin Tanayev          $5,040       Allen LeFleur            $1,999
Faas Smit                 $3,960       Flavio Alberto           $1,866
Stephan De Winter         $2,880       Fabian Schar             $3,380
Inejiro Chiba             $5,250       Eoghan Behan             $1,300
Takesi Yanagimoto         $2,400       Joseph King              $1,200
Mick Curran               $1,950       Tsuramatsu Inoue         $2,300
Adrian Pascal             $2,250       Sebastian Pardo          $1,600
Markku Mikkola            $2,100       Gekko Goto               $2,200
Shane Gilchrist           $3,600       Danko Jelavic            $1,700

 

 

Drug Testing: $16,800

Production: $95,958

 

Profit: $388,184

 

Critical Rating: 75%

Commercial Rating: 76%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              +5.0%             71.5% (High Level Regional)
USA                 +4.0%             73.7% (High Level Regional)
UK                  +1.5%             72.3% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +1.6%             39.5% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           +2.6%             61.5% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +1.9%             51.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                +2.8%             42.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +1.6%             38.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +3.0%             40.9% (Mid Level Regional)
South America       +4.4%             50.4% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +4.8%             32.5% (Low Level Regional)
Africa              +1.8%             15.1% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- The CTC have agreed to contract extensions with Continental Sports X-1, and Net-A to continue broadcasting Canadian Tournament Combat.

- The following fighters have been cut from the CTC roster following their elimination from the tournament: Marcos Maciel, Titi Stringer, Joel Mankin, Linfield Ballard, Frankie Burgess, Folee Caffatere, Silvio Leite, Flavio Alberto, Fabian Schar, Eoghan Behan, Joseph King, Tsuramatsu Inoue, Sebastian Pardo, Gekko Goto, and Danko Jelavic.

- The services of Allen LeFleur have been retained as per Canadian Fighter Rules.

 

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Other Promotions Shows

None

 

Predictions

None

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Saturday, Week 2, May 2002

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Anthony "Live Wire" LeToussier (15-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #14, Favorite: -890) vs. Dean Capers (5-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #142, Underdog: +710)

Anthony LeToussier is one of MMA's most colorful characters, equally famous for his near constant trash talking as he is for his list of spectacular knock out victories. A brilliant kick boxer, his ultra-powered, ultra-precise kicks are awesome weapons that few can withstand, and his growing BJJ skills mean that he is no slouch on the ground either. Wildly popular, LeToussier's are almost always very exciting to watch. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Ricky Heath in his last fight. Dean Capers was a star wrestler in college, and is known for his mastery of the grappling arts and ability to totally and utterly control opponents once he has a hold of them. The chink in his armor is that his striking is every bit as bad as his wrestling is good, and therefore he is a tailor made opponent for quick, elusive strikers. He won by second round submission over Ricky Driver in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ken Peters vs. Stef Lomb in the Third Round.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Calgary Assassin" Mike Watson (14-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #6, Favorite: -840) vs. Wink Deschanel (9-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #134, Underdog: +670)

Mike Watson is widely known as the "Man With The Fastest Hands In MMA", he is a brutally effective puncher who is as dangerous on his feet as anyone in the sport, often knocking out opponents with punches that they never saw coming. The Canadian isn't so great on his back, but his exceptional sprawl and balance make him hard to take down anyway. He has only been defeated once in his career, by Spencer Rubenstein when he failed to take the GAMMA Light Heavyweight title. He finally did get his hands on the gold in 2001, beating Marlon John by second round knock out in his last fight. Wink Deschanel is a good wrestler who has a pretty decent boxing game too. He's already a very solid fighter, what will decide his destiny is whether he has what it takes to bring his grappling and striking to the next level or whether he's already peaked. He is coming off a third round TKO victory over Ruben Rua in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Danny Akabaro vs. Crow Leddy in the Third Round.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Reaper" Spencer Rubenstein (18-5, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #3, Favorite: -1200) vs. Vlasta "The Blaster" Nykl (1-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #131, Underdog: +950)

Spencer Rubenstein is a tall, powerful Muay Thai fighter who is at his best when he can grapple with an opponent, use his size to bully them, and punish them with vicious knees and elbows. His style doesn't make him the most aesthetically pleasing fighter to watch, but it has proven to be very effective. He made for a dominant GAMMA Light Heavyweight champion and is widely regarded as one of the best in the world at his weight class. He is on a two fight winning streak, and is coming off a first round knock out victory over Junior Patinkin in his last fight. Vlasta Nykl is a wild Light Heavyweight brawler from the Czech Republic. Tall and lanky he likes to use his reach and unorthodox striking style to pepper opponents with punches and kicks before trying to overwhelm them with rapid-fire punches once he has them tired. He is coming off a Split Decision victory over Arkan Gleiser in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Adrian Majoram vs. Dag Kreuger in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Punisher" Marlon John (14-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #11, Favorite: -1200) vs. Emerson Mori Nunes (2-0, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #139, Underdog: +950)

Marlon John is athletically gifted, coming to MMA after an amazing undefeated career in amateur wrestling. Freakishly strong, explosively quick, and blessed with excellent hand-eye co-ordination and a work ethic to die for, he has quickly become one of the most feared Light Heavyweights on the planet. A former GAMMA Light Heavyweight champion, many feel it is inevitable that he will claim gold again. He is coming off a second round knock out loss to Mike Watson for the title in his last fight. Emerson Mori Nunes is a big Brazilian, who is a submission wrestler who generally competes at Light Heavyweight. A dreadful striker, he is however extremely dangerous on the ground, especially when he goes hunting for his trademark armbar finishes. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Titus Mostel in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Sharaku Kon vs. Emil Karlsson in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Iron Man" Junior Patinkin (17-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #19, Favorite: -1200) vs. Brett Krakowski (7-1, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #147, Underdog: +950)

Junior Patinkin is one of the most physically impressive athletes in MMA, who learnt his craft during his time in the army, being a specialist in hand-to-hand combat. Usually sporting a big weight advantage due to his mastery of the art of weight cutting, he is at his best when able to get up close and bully opponents around. A great rival of Spencer Rubenstein, they have both competed against each other for the GAMMA Light Heavyweight title and were opposing coaches on Season 2 of Clash of the Titans. He is coming off a first round knock out loss to Spencer Rubenstein in his last fight. Brett Krakowski is a former amateur wrestler who moved into MMA in 1997. Like many others from that background, his lack of striking is a big weakness that tends to negate his grappling advantage. He is coming off a second round TKO victory over Owen Williams in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Yoritomo Ino vs. Max Rebottaro in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Toby "The Judoka Who'll Choke Ya" Sorkin (11-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #30, Favorite: -1200) vs. Zane "The Pain" Wybock (11-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #158, Underdog: +950)

Toby Sorkin is one of the few high level American Judo competitors to jump to MMA. As well as his obvious grappling prowess, Sorkin brings a great deal of natural athletic ability and raw power to the table. Quite obnoxious in person, he has an almost supernatural ability to get the fans wanting to see him get beat up, which bodes well for his chances of becoming a major draw in the sport. He joined GAMMA in 2001 and quickly put together two big victories over Kendall Tracey and Bill Cumming to establish himself as one to watch. Zane Wybock is a Jiu-Jitsu practitioner by trade, who has also worked diligently on his stand-up since his MMA debut in 1996. He is a servicable, if bland, Light Heavyweight fighter who probably lacks the explosiveness necessary to thrive in the fight game. He won by first round TKO over Jethro Munter in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of William Harrison vs. Casimiro di Holanda in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Matti "The Hammer" Kurri (10-2-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #22, Favorite: -560) vs. Ranieri "Martelo" Fernanda (10-2, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #150, Underdog: +440)

Matti Kurri is a powerful Light Heavyweight competitor from Finland. A takedown specialist, he garnered his nickname from the violent barrages of strikes that make up his deadly fight ending ground and pound. He shocked the MMA world when he beat the formerly near-unstoppable Niko Soldo for the SIGMA Light Heavyweight title in October 1999, even finishing the master finisher, although Soldo has since avenged that loss twice with brutal knock out finishes. Ranieri Fernanda is a powerfully built wrestler from Brazil, who likes to work from close range where his raw strength makes him difficult to fight off. Known for grinding out results, his biggest weakness appears to be that he finds it difficult to translate his physical domination into clean finishes. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Jon Silvers in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Guillermo Morales vs. Eddie Whelan in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Modern Day Gladiator" Bryan Van Den Hauwe (19-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #38, Even: -110) vs. "The Hunter" MacGregor Dare (8-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #91, Even: -110)

Bryan Van Den Hauwe is a tough opponent, a former wrestler who knows every trick in the book to make life very uncomfortable for whomever he is facing. His favorite tactic is "Wall and Stall" pressing his opponent up against the cage and wearing them down. A longtime GAMMA employee, he has become a gatekeeper for the Light Heavyweight division. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Derek South in his last fight. MacGregor Dare is a tough 205er, who is a powerful slugger with solid wrestling fundamentals who has the potential to one day be a top contender if he is developed correctly. The fact that he is reported to have an excellent work ethic and the ability to pick up new techniques quickly is a good sign for his future. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Ryuji Ganaha vs. Trevor Murray in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Guillermo "T-Bone" Morales (13-0-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #43, Favorite: -650) vs. "The Big Shot" Eddie Whelan (14-6, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #86, Underdog: +510)

Guillermo Morales is a Cuban grappler, who is one of the most powerful men at Light Heavyweight, a sheer bulldozer of a fight who can (almost literally) run right through most opponents. Although quite short, he packs a lot of muscle onto his frame and has the advantage of a low center of gravity that makes him hard to take down and gives him great power in his near-unstoppable shot. GAMMA signed him in May 2001, and he debuted with a first round TKO victory over Leon Banks. Eddie Whelan is a dangerous customer due to his Muay Thai background, boasting powerful kicks and fast hands. Originally fighting in BCF's Heavyweight Division, Whelan's promising career took a nosedive as he started racking up losses to men who had a significant size advantage over him and were simply bullying their way to wins. Realizing something had to be done, Whelan responded by announcing he would drop to Light Heavyweight. He is on the three fight losing streak, and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to Christopher Drew in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Matti Kurri vs. Ranieri Fernanda in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Ryuji "Shogun" Ganaha (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #27, Underdog: +150) vs. "The Drill Sergeant" Trevor Murray (28-12, 1-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #102, Favorite: -190)

Ryuji Ganaha is a promising young Japanese Light Heavyweight, who originally comes from a wrestling background but has since trained hard to improve his overall MMA game. The result is a dangerous and versatile competitor who should go far. Trevor Murray is not the most exciting fighter in the world to watch, and is noted for using his wrestling skills to take fights to the ground and then smothering his opponent. It has helped him rack up lots of wins via decisions, but hasn't endeared him to MMA fans. It's also probably why he has never been given a shot in GAMMA despite having been pretty successful at the regional level for many years. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Brody Howles in the First Round. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Bryan Van Den Hauwe vs. MacGregor Dare in the Third Round.

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Yoritomo Ina (24-11, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #46, Favorite: -720) vs. Max "Texas Longhorn" Rebottaro (2-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #83, Underdog: +570)

Yoritomo Ina is a veteran of the Japanese MMA scene and the first ever ALPHA-1 Light Heavyweight champion back in 1994, who is a crafty and vastly experienced wrestler. Although only in his early thirties, a long career of brutal fights has certainly taken it's toll on him and nowadays is a shadow of the warrior he was in the 1990s. He is coming off a first round submission loss to Takesi Yanagimoto in his last fight. Max Rebottaro is a Texan who now resides in London, England. A wrestler who is noted for his lightning fast shot, he made an impressive start to his career by winning his first two fights in under three minutes apiece with some great ground and pound. BCF took a punt on him, bringing him onto their roster in 2001, although he suffered a disappointing debut defeat to Roko Stipanovic. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Junior Patinkin vs. Brett Krakowski in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Major Damage" William Harrison (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #35, Favorite: -1200) vs. Casimiro de Holanda (7-2, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #94, Underdog: +950)

William Harrison is a former member of the US Army, who is an extremely tough fighter known for his iron will, strong jaw, and versatility. Trained in a variety of combat styles while serving in the army, he can adapt to any situation, making him one of the most dangerous opponents around. The future looks bright for the young man from Michigan. He was signed by GAMMA in 2001 after going 8-0 on the local circuit, and debuted with a Unanimous Decision victory over Ken Peters. Casimiro de Holanda is a kick boxer who normally fights at Light Heavyweight. He has decent strikes in his arnsenal, but that's about as far as his attacking threat goes. Once taken down and put on his back he is completely helpless. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Toby Sorkin vs. Zane Wybock in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Sharaku Kon (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #54, Underdog: +110) vs. "The Midnight Killer" Emil Karlsson (7-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #75, Favorite: -150)

Sharaku Kon comes to MMA from a wrestling background, a thickly built youngster with a lot of potential. Although at his best when grappling, he also possesses some good strikes and an excellent ground and pound game. He makes his debut with a big promotion after going 7-0 on the Japanese local circuit. Emil Karlsson is a scary prospect from Norway. Physically intimidating and enormously powerful, he likes to use that to his advantage by taking fights to his opponent and trying to destroy them early. His striking is dangerous due to his natural power and his grappling ability is severely under-rated. He joined SIGMA's Light Heavyweight division in 2000, having impressed on the local circuit, and made a good start winning three fights in a row against top opposition, including a Unanimous Decision victory over Daniil Skala in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Marlon John vs. Emerson Mori Nunes in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "The Man of Steel" Ken Peters (10-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #51, Favorite: -610) vs. Stef Lomb (4-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #78, Underdog: +480)

Ken Peters is a Canadian wrestler, who is known for his relentless chasing of takedowns and his smothering top control, grinding out decision victories. He has little else in his arsenal, but has had much success simply because he's so good at what he does. GAMMA brought him in in 1997, but after a strong start he came unstuck when faced with top level opponents and has found himself going backward in dramatic fashion. He has lost his last three fights and is coming off a Unanimous Decision loss to William Harrison in his last fight. Stef Lomb is a German born Light Heavyweight who is known mostly for his great wrestling ability and killer guillotine choke. He joined BCF in early 2001 after having gone 3-0 on the local scene around Germany, moving to England in the process. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Anthony LeToussier vs. Dean Capers in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: "Pretty Boy" Danny Akabaro (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #59, Favorite: -210) vs. Crow "Prime Evil" Leddy (7-1, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #70, Underdog: +160)

Danny Akabaro moved from his homeland in Nigeria to the UK when he was still young. He was introduced to boxing by his father, a former military policeman who also served as his trainer. Danny quickly gained a formidable reputation for being a devastating puncher, however, he soon fell in love with MMA and started training in other areas in preperation for his pro debut. He joined BCF in 2000, jumping to Light Heavyweight in the process, having fought at Middleweight previously. He has quickly become one of the rising stars of the company. He is coming off a second round knock out victory over Neville Granville in his last fight. Crow Leddy is a powerful puncher from Oldham, England. Primarily a striker who can land fight ending bombs from standing or as ground and pound, he also has a seriously under-rated ground game as well. After starting his career by reeling off three big wins, he came unstuck when Adrian Majoram knocked him out. Since then he has quietly rebuilt his momentum and is becoming a player in the BCF Light Heavyweight division. He is coming off a first round submission victory over Conor Houghton in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Mike Watson vs. Wink Deschanel in the Third Round.

 

 

CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Second Round Bout: Adrian "The Nut" Majoram (9-3, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #62, Underdog: +510) vs. Dag "The Viking" Kreuger (9-0, 0-0 CTC, Tournament Seed: #67, Favorite: -650)

Adrian Majoram is a very solid and dangerous kick boxer from Scotland, who can do a lot of damage in stand-up exchanges and is capable of withstanding a lot of damage himself. Unfortunately his first pro defeat, a loss to Curt Kitson while challenging for the BCF Light Heavyweight title in February 1999, seems to have affected Majoram mentally, as since then he has been a shadow of his former self and has fallen down the rankings alarmingly. He is coming off a Split Decision loss to Danko Jelavic in his last fight. Dag Kreuger is a powerhouse Light Heavyweight from Sweden, a wrestler who uses his excellent takedowns to set up fight ending ground and pound. Extremely solid and consistent, if and when he can pull his striking game to the next level he'll become a major player. SIGMA signed him in 1999 and he has been steadily improving with each and every fight. He is coming off a Unanimous Decision victory over Alekos Karabatsos in his last fight. The winner of this fight will face the winner of Spencer Rubenstein vs. Vlasta Nykl in the Third Round.

 

Weigh-In Results

Anthony LeToussier (205 lbs) vs. Dean Capers (205 lbs)

Mike Watson (205 lbs) vs. Wink Deschanel (205 lbs)

Spencer Rubenstein (205 lbs) vs. Vlasta Nykl (205 lbs)

Marlon John (205 lbs) vs. Emerson Mori Nunes (205 lbs)

Junior Patinkin (205 lbs) vs. Brett Krakowski (205 lbs)

Toby Sorkin (205 lbs) vs. Zane Wybock (205 lbs)

Matti Kurri (205 lbs) vs. Ranieri Fernanda (205 lbs)

Bryan Van Den Hauwe (205 lbs) vs. MacGregor Dare (205 lbs)

Guillermo Morales (205 lbs) vs. Eddie Whelan (205 lbs)

Ryuji Ganaha (205 lbs) vs. Trevor Murray (205 lbs)

Yoritomo Ina (205 lbs) vs. Max Rebottaro (205 lbs)

William Harrison (205 lbs) vs. Casimiro de Holanda (205 lbs)

Sharaku Kon (205 lbs) vs. Emil Karlsson (205 lbs)

Ken Peters (205 lbs) vs. Stef Lomb (205 lbs)

Danny Akabaro (205 lbs) vs. Crow Leddy (205 lbs)

Adrian Majoram (205 lbs) vs. Dag Kreuger (205 lbs)

 

TOURNAMENT BRACKET

 

 

Canadian Tournament Combat 23 Full Fight Card

LHW: Anthony LeToussier vs. Dean Capers

LHW: Mike Watson vs. Wink Deschanel

LHW: Spencer Rubenstein vs. Vlasta Nykl

LHW: Marlon John vs. Emerson Mori Nunes

LHW: Junior Patinkin vs. Brett Krakowski

LHW: Toby Sorkin vs. Zane Wybock

LHW: Matti Kurri vs. Ranieri Fernanda

LHW: Bryan Van Den Hauwe vs. MacGregor Dare

LHW: Guillermo Morales vs. Eddie Whelan

LHW: Ryuji Ganaha vs. Trevor Murray

 

LHW: Yoritomo Ina vs. Max Rebottaro

LHW: William Harrison vs Casimiro de Holanda

LHW: Sharaku Kon vs. Emil Karlsson

LHW: Ken Peters vs. Stef Lomb

LHW: Danny Akabaro vs. Crow Leddy

LHW: Adrian Majoram vs. Dag Kreuger

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Saturday, Week 3, May 2002

Live From Quebec City, Quebec

 

 

PRELIMINARY CARD

 

 

Streamed Live On CTCombat.ca

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Adrian "The Nut" Majoram (9-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Falkirk, Scotland, Underdog: +510) vs. Dag "The Viking" Kreuger (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Malmo, Sweden, Favorite: -650)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our first prelim fight is up next, in which Adrian 'The Nut' Majoram battles Dag 'The Viking' Kreuger.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Kreuger has a left hand blocked.

(Rd 1 - 04:55) Majoram can't get past the good guard of Kreuger, three punches were simply absorbed.

(Rd 1 - 04:26) An exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Kreuger hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) Majoram scores with a jab but misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Kreuger can't get past the good guard of Majoram, two punches were simply absorbed.

(Rd 1 - 03:38) Majoram can't hit a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Kreuger misses a jab but connects with a left hand. Majoram hits a left jab and also lands a leg kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:09) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter can land a good shot.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 02:40) Kreuger misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Majoram comes in with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:21) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Kreuger misses a left hook and gets countered with a left jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 1 - 01:42) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Kreuger throws a two punch combination but Majoram maintains his good guard and is safe.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Majoram is off-target with a jab and also misses with a roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:04) Majoram misses with a big right hand, allowing Kreuger to counter with a jab and a nice left hook.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Majoram drops his hands by his waist and stops moving entirely, openly goading Kreuger.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Majoram steps forward and a striking exchange begins.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Kreuger hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) A one-two from Majoram fails to land.

(Rd 1 - 00:37) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Majoram lands a left jab and a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Kreuger misses a jab but connects cleanly with a left hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:02) That last blow may have really hurt Majoram, he staggers backward and tries to cover up as best he can!

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a very close round but I think Kreuger just about edged it.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Kreuger is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 2 - 04:28) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:05) Kreuger misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Majoram to attack with a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 2 - 03:49) A jab is wide from Majoram, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Majoram is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Majoram hits a jab but misses a high kick.

(Rd 2 - 03:27) Kreuger misses with a right jab but connects with a left hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Majoram misses a right hook and gets countered with a left cross.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:44) Kreuger misses a left cross that leaves him open to the counter. Majoram attacks with a couple of jabs that are followed by a good right hand.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:25) Kreuger finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. Majoram scores with a jab but doesn't connect with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 02:02) Kreuger counters a right hand with a good left hook.

(Rd 2 - 01:37) The two fighters come together and strike but it's really tentative and nothing comes of it.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Kreuger misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Majoram to attack with a pair of jabs that are followed by a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:55) Kreuger is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:49) Kreuger misses a big left hand, putting him off balance and allowing Majoram to attack with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Kreuger is off-target with a jab and also misses a left hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:26) Majoram has a leg kick easily checked.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Kreuger dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a nice left hook.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Majoram took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has them level at 19-19.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Majoram attacks with strikes.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Kreuger lands a right hand in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 04:48) Majoram connects with a nice jab and then he lands a big right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:34) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 04:34) Majoram misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a jab and a left hand that narrowly fails to connect.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) A few deep breaths betray that Majoram is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Kreuger hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Majoram lands a left hand and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Majoram forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Kreuger scores with two counter jabs.

(Rd 3 - 03:56) Majoram can't connect with a jab, but then he scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 3 - 03:34) Kreuger slips past a right hook and counters with a quick right jab and a big left hand that just misses.

(Rd 3 - 03:16) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but neither lands anything significant in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 02:58) Breathing very hard, Majoram is looking ragged.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:45) Kreuger scores with a right hook. Majoram scores with a jab but has a right hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Majoram hits a left jab but has a right hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Kreuger uses a right jab but can't hit a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 02:07) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but neither fighter lands anything good.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) Moving forward constantly, Kreuger is pressuring Majoram.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) Majoram hits two left hands on the counter.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) A one-two from Kreuger fails to land.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Neither fighter manages to find the target in an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Kreuger has a left hand blocked.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Majoram doesn't connect with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Majoram comes forward to attack.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Kreuger throws a counter right but doesn't connect.

(Rd 3 - 01:08) Majoram lands a jab and then he catches Kreuger with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Majoram throws a leg kick but doesn't make contact. Kreuger sees an opportunity and attacks with a jab and a left cross.

(Rd 3 - 00:25) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:02) Kreuger dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a left hook that is avoided at the last second.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Majoram, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That's Majoram up 29-28 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Kreuger comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Majoram throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 4 - 04:55) Kreuger can't hit a set-up right jab, but then he scores with a left cross.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) They come together and strike.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Kreuger hits a right jab but has a left hand taken on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Majoram finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Using his wrestling skills, Kreuger is trying to push Majoram up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:22) Kreuger achieves it, pinning Majoram to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Majoram looks very, very tired.

(Rd 4 - 04:08) Kreuger smothers Majoram against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 4 - 03:57) Kreuger catches Majoram with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 03:42) Majoram is trapped against the cage and Kreuger hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) Kreuger smothers Majoram against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 4 - 03:13) Kreuger doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 03:13) Majoram takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) Kreuger uses dirty boxing to punish Majoram while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 02:48) Majoram is trapped against the cage and Kreuger hits him with a short right uppercut.

(Rd 4 - 02:34) Referee Kenneth Capote decides that the grappling against the cage has been going on too long, and he brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 4 - 02:24) Kreuger lands a right hook. Majoram is off-target with a jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) Kreuger lands a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 02:03) Majoram scores with a jab and also lands a left kick to the rib cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:53) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 4 - 01:53) Kreuger tries to wrestle Majoram backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:53) Kreuger does it, Majoram is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:35) Majoram is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp left to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 01:23) Kreuger goes low and comes up holding a single leg, leaving Majoram hopping and in danger of getting taken down.

(Rd 4 - 01:23) Majoram grabs the cage to block the takedown!

(Rd 4 - 01:23) Majoram gets a verbal warning from referee Kenneth Capote for that piece of cheating!

(Rd 4 - 01:23) Kreuger uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 4 - 01:08) Kreuger looks to set up a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 01:08) Kreuger uses a nice inside leg trip and Majoram is forced to pull guard!

(Rd 4 - 00:48) Kreuger lies on top of Majoram, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 00:20) Kreuger tries to pound on Majoram with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 4 - 00:05) Kreuger tries to pound on Majoram with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Kreuger, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) According to my scorecard, that leaves the fighters dead even with just one round remaining.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 5 - 04:52) They engage in the center.

(Rd 5 - 04:52) Majoram hits a left cross.

(Rd 5 - 04:52) Kreuger lands a right jab and also lands a nice left hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:35) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) Kreuger looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the cage but nothing comes of it.

(Rd 5 - 04:00) The fighters, looking shattered, clinch up rather than try and move away.

(Rd 5 - 04:00) Majoram tries to wriggle free, but Kreuger controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 5 - 03:40) Majoram looks exhausted. (Rd 5 - 03:40) Kreuger is trying to muscle Majoram up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:40) Kreuger achieves it, pinning Majoram to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:27) Kreuger smothers Majoram against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 5 - 03:12) Majoram gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 03:05) Kreuger hits Majoram, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:46) Kreuger smothers Majoram against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 5 - 02:33) Kreuger smothers Majoram against the cage and stomps down on his foot.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) Kreuger scores with an glancing elbow strike from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:13) Majoram is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:01) Kreuger hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 5 - 01:49) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kenneth Capote brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:34) They come together and strike.

(Rd 5 - 01:34) Kreuger hits a right cross.

(Rd 5 - 01:34) Majoram finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:18) Kreuger uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Majoram.

(Rd 5 - 01:02) Kreuger uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Majoram.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) Using his wrestling skills, Kreuger is trying to push Majoram up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:45) He does so and now has Majoram pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Kreuger looks exhausted.

(Rd 5 - 00:30) Majoram is trapped against the cage and Kreuger hits him with a short right uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 00:12) Kreuger catches Majoram with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:01) Kreuger smothers Majoram against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Kreuger, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse scores the contest as 48-47 to Majoram.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm has scored it 48-47 Kreuger.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Millhouse Twain: 48-47 Kreuger.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making Dag 'The Viking' Kreuger the winner by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: Dag 'The Viking' Kreuger defeats Adrian 'The Nut' Majoram (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Dag Kreuger thanks his sponsors and all of his fans. He says that he is happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Pretty Boy" Danny Akabaro (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Nigeria, Favorite: -210) vs. Crow "Prime Evil" Leddy (7-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Oldham, England, Underdog: +120)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'Pretty Boy' Danny Akabaro battles Crow 'Prime Evil' Leddy.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Leo Behan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Millhouse Twain, Edward Wilde, and Donald Coward.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Leddy looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Moving forward constantly, Akabaro is pressuring Leddy.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Akabaro avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Akabaro lands a flurry of five quick punches and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Akabaro comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Leddy hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Akabaro lands a left hand and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Akabaro comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Leddy throws a counter jab but misses.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Akabaro lands a jab and then he hits Leddy with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:50) They stand and trade in the center of the cage but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Akabaro forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Leddy fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Leddy falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Akabaro throws a two-punch combo but Leddy avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 02:59) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.

(Rd 1 - 02:36) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:13) A flurry of four punches from Akabaro see one of them land and then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Akabaro comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Leddy manages a counter jab.

(Rd 1 - 01:15) Akabaro lands a left hand and then he catches Leddy with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:03) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Akabaro forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Leddy hits a jab in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) Akabaro comes in fast with three quick punches, landing two of them, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Leddy comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:17) Akabaro cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:01) Leddy unloads with some elbows but Akabaro deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Akabaro.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:52) Akabaro lands a jab and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Akabaro moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Leddy into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Leddy fires off a counter jab.

(Rd 2 - 04:36) Akabaro can't connect with a jab, but then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Moving forward constantly, Akabaro is pressuring Leddy.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Akabaro avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Akabaro lands a jab and then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Akabaro comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) Leddy throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 04:04) A jab lands from Akabaro but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:47) Leddy uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 2 - 03:47) Akabaro can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Leddy with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Akabaro comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Leddy hits a pair of jabs in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) Two jabs hit home from Akabaro and then he catches Leddy with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Akabaro comes forward, walking down Leddy.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Leddy misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:15) Akabaro can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Leddy with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Akabaro stalks forward, pressuring Leddy.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Leddy misses with a left hand in the exchange.

(Rd 2 - 03:02) Akabaro can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Taking a few gulps of breath, Akabaro is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 2 - 02:49) Akabaro comes forward on the attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:49) Leddy throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 02:49) Akabaro uses a left jab but Leddy steps back to avoid a right to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) Akabaro moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Leddy into exchanging strikes.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) Akabaro moves inside, into the pocket, looking to pressure Leddy.

(Rd 2 - 02:29) Akabaro throws a one-two, but Leddy was equal to it.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Akabaro comes forward.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Akabaro is now in the pocket.

(Rd 2 - 02:12) Akabaro hits two left jabs and then he lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Leddy shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:56) Leddy gets the takedown! Akabaro pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) Leddy throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 2 - 01:18) Akabaro throws out some punches, but Leddy leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Leddy smothers Akabaro with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) Leddy pounds away with elbow strikes but Akabaro isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 2 - 00:29) Leddy leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Akabaro.

(Rd 2 - 00:11) Leddy just about connects with a fast glancing elbow strike.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to Akabaro, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Akabaro up 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.

(Rd 3 - 04:50) Leddy misses a right hook and gets countered with a nice left hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Akabaro lands a left hand and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 03:47) An exchange of strikes sees both fighters fail to land anything significant.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) Akabaro closes in on Leddy, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) Leddy appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Akabaro took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 03:19) A jab lands from Akabaro, but Leddy evades a big right punch.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 3 - 03:05) Leddy misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Akabaro to attack with a quick left jab and a right hook.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:51) Leddy misses a right hook and gets countered with a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 3 - 02:38) Akabaro slips past a right hook and counters with a pair of jabs that are followed by a right hook to the ribs that doesn't land.

(Rd 3 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:16) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 02:16) Akabaro misses a jab and also misses with an attempted shot to the body.

(Rd 3 - 02:16) Leddy finds his right cross blocked.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Akabaro is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 3 - 01:58) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 3 - 01:58) Akabaro dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 3 - 01:53) Leddy is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 01:40) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands.

(Rd 3 - 01:18) They engage in the center.

(Rd 3 - 01:18) Akabaro lands a one-two.

(Rd 3 - 01:18) Leddy is off-target with a jab but lands a nice right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) They come together and strike.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) Akabaro dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a left hook to the body.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Looking very tired, Akabaro isn't able to resist being pulled into a clinch by Leddy.

(Rd 3 - 00:49) Akabaro gets caught with a couple of nice short punches as Leddy uses his dirty boxing to inflict some punishment.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) Leddy tries for a knee but Akabaro defends himself well.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Leddy is trying to push Akabaro so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:15) Leddy achieves it, pinning Akabaro to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Akabaro, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Leddy needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:50) Akabaro lands a left hand and then hits a nice right hook to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 04:41) Akabaro is breathing very hard.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Both fighters move in and engage.

(Rd 4 - 04:35) Akabaro slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right hook.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) There's a takedown attempt from Leddy.

(Rd 4 - 04:21) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Leddy looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 4 - 04:14) Akabaro allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 4 - 04:00) Leddy manages to come out on top, with Akabaro pulling guard.

(Rd 4 - 03:43) Leddy lies on top of Akabaro, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 03:08) Leddy lies on top of Akabaro, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 02:43) Leddy lies on top of Akabaro, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 02:08) Leddy drops three elbows but does minimal damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:57) Akabaro throws out some punches, but Leddy leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 4 - 01:38) Leddy drops some elbows, but is unable to land any of them cleanly on Akabaro.

(Rd 4 - 01:20) Leddy leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Akabaro.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Leddy looks to pass guard and get side control.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Akabaro allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 00:53) The scramble sees Leddy up first, and he is quick to wrestle Akabaro up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:41) Leddy drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.

(Rd 4 - 00:41) The takedown is successful, Akabaro pulls half guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:26) Leddy tries a slicing elbow strike, but Akabaro deflects it.

(Rd 4 - 00:15) Akabaro uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles.

(Rd 4 - 00:15) It's a bad choice though, as Leddy seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Leddy looks very tired out there.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That round goes to Leddy, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Even if he can take this final round, I can't see Leddy winning on the judges' scorecards. He needs a finish.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:54) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Leddy misses with a big right hand, allowing Akabaro to counter with a good right hook.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) Looking shattered, they all but collapse into each other and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) Leddy is looking to muscle Akabaro back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:43) Leddy achieves it, pinning Akabaro to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) Even though he is physically tiring quite noticeably, Leddy shows great control by keeping Akabaro pressed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:24) 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 5 - 03:21) It isn't a pretty tactic, but the tired-looking Leddy is wearing Akabaro down by keeping him trapped up against the cage and forcing him to carry a lot of weight.

(Rd 5 - 03:21) Around sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, both fighter look ragged with tiredness. An occasional short punch to the body is all that breaks up the tedium.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) Leddy looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.

(Rd 5 - 02:25) He has the takedown! Akabaro pulls guard.

(Rd 5 - 02:06) Akabaro seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 02:06) The clock runs down as Akabaro is being smothered against the ground by Leddy.

(Rd 5 - 01:41) Leddy lies on top of Akabaro, basically smothering him.

(Rd 5 - 01:01) Leddy throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 5 - 00:34) Akabaro throws out some punches, but Leddy leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 5 - 00:18) Akabaro is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Leddy off of him.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) From the looks of things, I don't think Leddy has much energy left.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Leddy, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges have scored it 48-47.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Pretty Boy' Danny Akabaro!

 

 

Official Result: 'Pretty Boy' Danny Akabaro defeats Crow 'Prime Evil' Leddy (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Danny Akabaro gives a name-check to everyone at London Kick Boxing Academy, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Asked who he wants next, he says that he demands a fight with William Harrison.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Man of Steel" Ken Peters (10-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Markstay-Warren, Ontario, Favorite: -610) vs. Stef Lomb (4-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Dusseldorf, Germany, Underdog: +480)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, 'The Man Of Steel' Ken Peters battles Stef Lomb.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Johnny Beerbohm, Millhouse Twain, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) An offer to touch gloves is completely ignored by Lomb.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Setting it up with excellent timing, Peters comes forward and shoots for the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) He has the takedown! Lomb pulls guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Peters lies on top of Lomb, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Peters smothers Lomb with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) Peters peppers Lomb with small strikes, making sure to keep very tight and not give him any room to work with.

(Rd 1 - 03:15) Peters fires off a few punches.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Lomb is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Peters off of him.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) The clock runs down as Lomb is being smothered against the ground by Peters.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Time slips away as Peters successfully keeps Lomb stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 01:08) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Peters shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:55) Lomb cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:46) Peters smothers Lomb with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 00:22) The clock runs down as Lomb is being smothered against the ground by Peters.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The fans are booing loudly after a dire round that featured little in the way of action.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Peters took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Peters looks very happy with that first round. He is certainly living up to position as being the heavy favourite to win this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's going to be a real uphill struggle for Lomb from this point onward.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Peters shoots in at speed, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Peters gets the takedown! Lomb pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:38) Peters lies on top of Lomb, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) Peters lies on top of Lomb, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Time slips away as Peters successfully keeps Lomb stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 03:18) Peters smothers Lomb with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) The clock runs down as Lomb is being smothered against the ground by Peters.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) Peters lies on top of Lomb, basically smothering him.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Lomb aggressively moves in and grapples with Peters.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) Lomb tries to wrestle Peters backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) Lomb doesn't manage it though, Peters defended it well.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) Peters tries to wrestle Lomb backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:12) Peters can't manage it, Lomb fought it.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) With control of the clinch, Peters tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 00:56) He gets a big takedown and he is left on top of a turtled up Lomb.

(Rd 2 - 00:43) Peters fires away with punches, but Lomb doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 2 - 00:28) Peters is too slow to stop Lomb getting back up, but does get back control.

(Rd 2 - 00:14) Peters tries to push Lomb toward the cage, but can't.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Really bad round, there was a whole lot of nothing going on there.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Peters, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Peters is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:54) Peters shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) The takedown is completed, Lomb is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:54) He has completed every takedown that he has attempted so far.

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Peters punches down at Lomb, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) Time slips away as Peters successfully keeps Lomb stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 03:55) Peters smothers Lomb with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 3 - 03:23) Peters lies on top of Lomb, basically smothering him.

(Rd 3 - 02:44) Peters smothers Lomb with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 3 - 02:20) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Peters chooses to shoot in on Lomb.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) The takedown is successful, he almost gets side control but has to settle for half guard.

(Rd 3 - 01:58) Peters throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:31) Peters throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 3 - 01:12) Peters throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 3 - 00:50) Peters keeps Lomb guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Peters throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Peters pounds away, but Lomb isn't troubled by the strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Boos echo around the arena after that round produced little in the way of entertainment.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of Peters.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Lomb needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Lomb steps in and grapples with his opponent.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Using his wrestling skills, Lomb is trying to push Peters up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:28) Lomb achieves it, pinning Peters to the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:10) Smothered against the cage, Peters cannot get free.

(Rd 4 - 04:10) The next minute or so sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) Smothered against the cage, Peters is trapped there, unable to get free.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) About sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 4 - 02:00) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kyle Crisp restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 4 - 01:50) Peters shoots in at high speed for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 01:50) Peters has the takedown and gets side control from it.

(Rd 4 - 01:41) Peters unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 4 - 01:25) Peters punches down at Lomb, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 01:06) Peters punches down at Lomb, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 4 - 00:36) Peters fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 4 - 00:06) Peters fires off some rights, but Lomb isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Incredibly close round, but Lomb came out just ahead on my score card.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) With one round left, Lomb realistically needs to stop his opponent in order to win.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Peters shoots in hard and fast on Lomb.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 5 - 04:55) Lomb hasn't stopped a single takedown yet.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Peters tries to lock Lomb into a kimura.

(Rd 5 - 04:46) Lomb doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.

(Rd 5 - 04:13) Peters pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 5 - 03:57) Peters pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 5 - 03:41) Peters fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 5 - 03:26) Peters throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.

(Rd 5 - 03:09) Peters pounds away, but Lomb calmly deals with them.

(Rd 5 - 02:51) Peters punches down at Lomb, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:24) With no progress being made, referee Kyle Crisp stands them back up.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Lomb steps in and grapples with his opponent.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) Lomb tries to wrestle Peters backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:57) Lomb does it, Peters is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) Lomb traps Peters up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) About sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 5 - 00:41) Peters wrestles back against Lomb, turning him around so that he now has his back to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:12) Lomb is trapped up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:12) The remainder of the round sees them engage in close-quarters dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Peters, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges have given 50-45 (Johnny Beerbohm), 50-45 (Millhouse Twain) and 49-46 (Edward Wilde).

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Making 'The Man Of Steel' Ken Peters the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Man Of Steel' Ken Peters defeats Stef Lomb (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Very Poor.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ken Peters gives a name-check to everyone at Impact MMA, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and he's very happy here. He is charismatic, and that helps him benefit from these interviews.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Sharaku Kon (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Tokyo, Japan, Underdog: +110) vs. "The Midnight Killer" Emil Karlsson (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Telemark, Norway, Favorite: -150)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on, Sharaku Kon fights 'The Midnight Killer' Emil Karlsson.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Leo Behan is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Donald Coward, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Karlsson looks significantly bigger than Kon as they prepare to fight, even though they weighed in exactly the same yesterday.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:47) There's a takedown attempt from Karlsson.

(Rd 1 - 04:47) Karlsson gets a single leg takedown! Kon pulls guard off it.

(Rd 1 - 04:41) Time slips away as Karlsson successfully keeps Kon stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) In guard, Karlsson begins working to pass to side control.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Kon tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 1 - 03:56) The scramble leaves Karlsson on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:45) Kon unloads with some elbows but Karlsson deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 1 - 03:34) Karlsson tries to pull Kon in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Kon tries to pound on Karlsson with elbows, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 03:08) Karlsson tries to pull Kon in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.

(Rd 1 - 02:56) Time slips away as Kon successfully keeps Karlsson stuck against the ground.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Kon lies on top of Karlsson, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 01:44) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Moving forward constantly, Karlsson is pressuring Kon.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) Kon hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:29) A jab hits home from Karlsson and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Karlsson doesn't connect with a left jab and also misses a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:02) Kon misses a jab and also misses with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:43) They exchange strikes but nothing really gets through.

(Rd 1 - 00:13) Karlsson can't connect with a jab, but then hits Kon with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Some fans are booing after a round that didn't feature much action.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That round goes to Karlsson, 10-9 on my card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) They engage in the center.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Karlsson counters a right hand with a great right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) There's a takedown attempt from Kon.

(Rd 2 - 04:31) The takedown is completed, Karlsson is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 2 - 04:14) Karlsson is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Kon off of him.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Kon throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 2 - 03:23) Time slips away as Kon successfully keeps Karlsson stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 02:54) Time slips away as Kon successfully keeps Karlsson stuck against the ground.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Karlsson is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Kon off of him.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Kon attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 2 - 01:49) Karlsson can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:28) Kon throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.

(Rd 2 - 01:01) Kon blocks Karlsson as he tries a transition to full guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:50) Looking to catch his breath, Kon is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 00:34) Kon fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:16) Kon tries to pound on Karlsson, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Kon.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I make that 19-19 on my scorecard, all's square.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:46) Karlsson fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 04:20) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) Karlsson throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 3 - 03:53) Kon takes the chance and grabs Karlsson into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) Kon looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 3 - 03:46) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Kon throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 3 - 03:08) Kon blocks Karlsson as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 3 - 02:53) Kon drives down with an elbow strike that lands flush! Karlsson is in big trouble!

(Rd 3 - 02:42) Kon is trying to move from side control to mount.

(Rd 3 - 02:42) He gets the mount.

(Rd 3 - 02:08) Kon unloads with big elbows but Karlsson is able to deal with most of them.

(Rd 3 - 01:54) Kon unloads with elbows, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 3 - 01:36) Kon drops some elbows and Karlsson is struggling to avoid taking a clean shot.

(Rd 3 - 01:16) Kon drives down with an elbow strike, rocking Karlsson.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:57) Kon unloads with some elbows but Karlsson deals with them comfortably.

(Rd 3 - 00:40) Karlsson tries to turn over and sweep Kon, but rolls too far and gives up his back!

(Rd 3 - 00:23) Kon fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 3 - 00:11) Kon blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That round goes to Kon, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have Kon ahead 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Karlsson confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.

(Rd 4 - 04:48) A jab is wide from Karlsson, but then he lands a vicious right cross!

(Rd 4 - 04:48) Kon wobbles, then falls!

(Rd 4 - 04:42) Karlsson starts pounding away on Kon, looking to finish him off!

(Rd 4 - 04:42) Karlsson fires away and Kon is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 4 - 04:42) With Kon taking a beating, the referee has to stop the fight!

(Rd 4 - 04:31) Emil Karlsson takes the victory by way of TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Midnight Killer' Emil Karlsson defeats Sharaku Kon (TKO (Strikes) in 0:29 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Emil Karlsson name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He celebrates his CTC debut victory and says that he is already looking forward to the next fight.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"Major Damage" William Harrison (9-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sterling Heights, Michigan, Favorite: -1200) vs. Casimiro de Holanda (7-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Sao Paulo, Brazil, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'Major Damage' William Harrison battles Casimiro de Holanda.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Edward Wilde, Donald Coward, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Barely moving during the introductions, Harrison looks completely and utterly focused on the task in hand.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:49) de Holanda fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a left head kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:33) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for de Holanda.

(Rd 1 - 04:21) Harrison quickly shoots on de Holanda.

(Rd 1 - 04:12) He drives forward, and despite the best efforts of de Holanda to stay upright, the takedown is completed!

(Rd 1 - 04:12) de Holanda winds up seated, his back to the cage, with Harrison pressing onto him.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Harrison pounds away on de Holanda, but few of the shots lands clean.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Harrison tries to put de Holanda into a guillotine choke.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Harrison gets a guillotine but cannot get de Holanda to tap out!

(Rd 1 - 03:41) It looks like de Holanda must have been able to stop the choke from being fully sunk in.

(Rd 1 - 03:41) Harrison releases the hold, perhaps having gassed his arms by squeezing for too long.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) Harrison looks to get past the guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) He manages to pass, but only to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:06) de Holanda is really working hard on the ground to slow down Harrison and make him work for everything.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) Harrison throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.

(Rd 1 - 01:36) Harrison throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 1 - 01:11) Harrison unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:54) Harrison pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock de Holanda.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Harrison attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 1 - 00:40) Harrison is too skilled for de Holanda, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Harrison, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Harrison looks very happy with that first round. He is certainly living up to position as being the heavy favourite to win this fight.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) It's going to be a real uphill struggle for de Holanda from this point onward.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Harrison, backing off, hits a weak right hand.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) A punch from de Holanda fails to land.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 04:33) Harrison is off-target with a jab but scores with a right hook. de Holanda scores with a jab but has a left hand blocked.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) de Holanda misses with a big left hand, allowing Harrison to counter with a jab and a right hand that landed cleanly.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) They come together and strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:53) de Holanda misses a left cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Harrison comes in with a jab and a good right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) Both fighters step in to strike.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) Harrison slips past a left hook and counters with a clean right hand.

(Rd 2 - 03:01) Harrison comes forward and the two fighters exchange strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:01) de Holanda fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect.

(Rd 2 - 03:01) A jab lands from Harrison but de Holanda steps back to avoid a right to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) de Holanda moves in closer, looking to open up and attack.

(Rd 2 - 02:40) de Holanda can't hit a set-up right jab, but then lands a low kick to the legs.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) Harrison comes in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 02:15) He gets a big takedown and he ends up in half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Harrison attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:08) Harrison is too skilled for de Holanda, passing half guard and gaining side control.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) Harrison attempts to kimura de Holanda from side control.

(Rd 2 - 01:08) de Holanda gets caught by the kimura, and it's deep enough that he has to tap!

(Rd 2 - 00:47) The winner, by submission; William Harrison!

 

 

Official Result: 'Major Damage' William Harrison defeats Casimiro de Holanda (Submission (Kimura) in 4:13 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: William Harrison thanks everyone connected to American Cage Fighters for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Asked who he wants to fight next, he says that he has heard that Danny Akabaro has requested a fight with him and that he is open to making that happen. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Yoritomo Ina (24-11, 0-0 CTC, From: Hokkaido, Japan, Favorite: -720) vs. Max "Texas Longhorn" Rebottaro (2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Austin, Texas, Underdog: +750)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) In the last of the preliminary fights, Yoritomo Ina battles Max 'Texas Longhorn' Rebottaro in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Johnny Beerbohm, Millhouse Twain, and Edward Wilde.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Rebottaro gets in close and clinches with Ina.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Rebottaro is looking to muscle Ina back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) He does so and now has Ina pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) Rebottaro presses Ina into the cage, forcing him to carry all of his weight.

(Rd 1 - 04:14) The next thirty seconds sees them hitting each other with short punches from that position.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) Unable to get free, Ina is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for thirty seconds or more.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Rebottaro tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Ina reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Ina traps Rebottaro up against the cage, using double underhooks for control.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Occasional short punches are all that happen for the next thirty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) With no progress being made, the referee separates the two fighters.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) Moving in fast, Ina wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Ina is trying to muscle Rebottaro up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:31) Rebottaro doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Rebottaro tries to wrestle Ina backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) Rebottaro can't do it though, Ina defended it well.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Ina is trying to muscle Rebottaro up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Ina achieves it, pinning Rebottaro to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Using tight body-to-body control, Ina is slowly wearing Rebottaro down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 1 - 00:49) Thirty seconds elapses with very little happening other than some short punches and some posturing.

(Rd 1 - 00:10) Ina looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Rebottaro proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That was a horrible round to watch, and the fans are booing quite loudly.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Rebottaro 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) There's a buzz in the air. I don't think many people expected Rebottaro to start this well. Let's not forget that he is a heavy underdog in this fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Rebottaro shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 2 - 04:46) Rebottaro fires away with elbows, but only a few actually find their way through and even those are only glancing blows.

(Rd 2 - 04:29) Ina tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 2 - 04:16) Rebottaro unloads with elbows, but doesn't do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Ina tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Rebottaro drops three elbows but does minimal damage.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Ina tries to pull guard on Rebottaro but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Looking to catch his breath, Rebottaro is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:43) Ina tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) In side control, Rebottaro catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:04) Ina tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.

(Rd 2 - 01:46) The lack of progress forces referee Kyle Crisp to stand the fighters back up.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) Rebottaro shoots in at speed, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 01:33) The takedown is successful and he gets side control too.

(Rd 2 - 01:25) Rebottaro fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Ina tries to pull guard on Rebottaro but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:38) Rebottaro punches down at Ina, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 2 - 00:20) Rebottaro blocks an attempt to pull guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:02) Rebottaro pounds away with elbow strikes but fails to land any significant blows.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Rebottaro took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Rebottaro is ahead 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:47) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Ina manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:40) Ina attempts a trip to put Rebottaro on the ground.

(Rd 3 - 04:40) Rebottaro, desperate, grabs the cage to block the takedown!

(Rd 3 - 04:40) Referee Kyle Crisp loudly gives a verbal warning!

(Rd 3 - 04:40) Ina shows great control, keeping Rebottaro pressed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:40) Ina and Rebottaro remain up against the cage for around the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) Smothered against the cage, Rebottaro cannot get free.

(Rd 3 - 03:51) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.

(Rd 3 - 02:37) Ina tries to maintain control, but Rebottaro wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Ina ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:14) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) Showing great speed, Rebottaro shoots in on Ina.

(Rd 3 - 02:06) Rebottaro gets a single leg takedown! Ina pulls guard off it.

(Rd 3 - 01:59) Rebottaro throws several small strikes at Ina, always keeping close body-to-body contact so that he has no space to work with.

(Rd 3 - 01:43) Rebottaro leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Ina.

(Rd 3 - 01:28) Rebottaro uses a quick shoulder smash.

(Rd 3 - 01:22) Ina tries to catch Rebottaro with a punch, but it is not on target.

(Rd 3 - 01:04) Rebottaro smothers Ina with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 3 - 00:32) Rebottaro fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Ina is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Rebottaro off of him.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Boos echo around the arena after that round produced little in the way of entertainment.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Rebottaro, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Ina is running out of rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:54) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Ina wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Ina looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Rebottaro grabs the cage to block the takedown!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Somehow referee Kyle Crisp didn't see it!

(Rd 4 - 04:45) Showing his ability to exert control, Ina smothers Rebottaro up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:45) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 4 - 03:52) Ina looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Rebottaro proves too good and manages to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) Smothered against the cage, Ina cannot get free.

(Rd 4 - 03:28) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for thirty seconds or more.

(Rd 4 - 02:50) With the fighters having been stuck against the cage for quite a while, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:50) For the first time, Ina is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 4 - 02:50) Rebottaro is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Ina manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) Ina looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) Rebottaro blocks the takedown, but only by grabbing the cage!

(Rd 4 - 02:28) Somehow referee Kyle Crisp didn't see it!

(Rd 4 - 02:28) Rebottaro is pressed up against the cage and held there.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) The next thirty seconds becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(Rd 4 - 01:55) Ina pins Rebottaro up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:55) They dirty box each other at that range for thirty seconds or so.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Ina tries to maintain control, but Rebottaro wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Ina ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) Ina, stuck with his back against the cage, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Rebottaro is exerting.

(Rd 4 - 00:45) They remain up against the cage for the next thirty seconds, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 4 - 00:09) The lack of progress forces the referee to separate the two fighters.

(Rd 4 - 00:02) Up close, they start wrestling.

(Rd 4 - 00:02) Rebottaro manages to get control of the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The fans are booing loudly after a dire round that featured little in the way of action.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Rebottaro 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Ina is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:54) Rebottaro seems to be the aggressor.

(Rd 5 - 04:45) Rebottaro is trying to push Ina so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:45) Ina isn't going anywhere though.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) Ina is trying to push Rebottaro so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) He does so and now has Rebottaro pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) Unable to get free, Rebottaro is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:17) A full minute passes with the two opponents pressed up close and exchanging short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 03:07) Showing his ability to control opponents, Ina smothers Rebottaro against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:07) About sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kyle Crisp brings them back to the center.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:58) Ina is the aggressor in the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Using his wrestling skills, Ina is trying to push Rebottaro up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:52) Ina manages it and controls Rebottaro up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:38) Ina tries to keep him up against the cage with wrestling, but Rebottaro reverses so that he is the one in control.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) Rebottaro shows great control, keeping Ina pressed against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:21) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 00:28) Unable to get free, Ina is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:28) They dirty box each other at that range until the round ends.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) There was very little to separate them in that round but I'll give that one 10-9 to Rebottaro.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The judges' scores are now being announced.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm has scored it 49-46 Rebottaro.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Edward Wilde has scored it 48-47 Ina.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Millhouse Twain: 48-47 Rebottaro.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Max 'Texas Longhorn' Rebottaro wins by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: Max 'Texas Longhorn' Rebottaro defeats Yoritomo Ina (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Awful.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Max Rebottaro name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He is then asked who he'd like to face next, and responds by calling out MacGregor Dare, saying he will take him out easily. He knows how to use these interviews to sell himself.

 

 

MAIN CARD

 

 

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Broadcast Team: Cal Patinkin, Mance Portman, and Geoff Cahill

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Ryuji "Shogun" Ganaha (7-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Sakai, Japan, Underdog: +150) vs. "The Drill Sergeant" Trevor Murray (28-12, 1-0 CTC, From: Baltimore, Maryland, Favorite: -150)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The first of the main fights is Ryuji 'Shogun' Ganaha taking on 'The Drill Sergeant' Trevor Murray.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kyle Crisp.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Donald Coward, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The two fighters touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Ganaha hits a right hand, but misses with a vicious left hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:32) Ganaha lands a jab and then scores with a left cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Murray uses a right jab while backing away.

(Rd 1 - 04:09) Ganaha hits a right jab and then scores with a left cross.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Ganaha uses a right jab, but his big left hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:42) Ganaha acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Murray moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling.

(Rd 1 - 03:27) Ganaha throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Seizing the opportunity, Murray clinches.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Using his wrestling skills, Murray is trying to push Ganaha up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:12) Murray manages it and controls Ganaha up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Murray ducks down and grabs a leg. Ganaha remains standing, using the cage for support, but is under threat of a takedown now.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Showing great tenacity, Ganaha pulls his leg free and is able to circle out.

(Rd 1 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) A jab hits home from Ganaha and then he catches Murray with a crunching left hook.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Retreating until backed against the cage, Murray looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble! He is covering up as best as he can, but is vulnerable!

(Rd 1 - 02:06) Ganaha hits a straight left hand! Dazed, Murray continues to cover up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Ganaha smashes Murray with a big left hand through the guard! Murray can do nothing but try and cover up!

(Rd 1 - 02:01) With Murray slumped against the cage and taking a beating, the referee leaps in and stops the fight!

(Rd 1 - 01:57) Ryuji 'Shogun' Ganaha takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: Ryuji 'Shogun' Ganaha defeats 'The Drill Sergeant' Trevor Murray (TKO (Strikes) in 3:03 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ryuji Ganaha name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. He says that he is very happy to have won on his CTC debut and that he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Guillermo "T-Bone" Morales (13-0-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Santiago de Cuba, Cuba, Favorite: -650) vs. "The Big Shot" Eddie Whelan (14-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Dorset, England, Underdog: +510)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Guillermo 'T-Bone' Morales fights 'The Big Shot' Eddie Whelan.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The referee is Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Edward Wilde, Donald Coward, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:53) Whelan lands a left jab, but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:40) Morales is able to grab Whelan.

(Rd 1 - 04:34) Morales tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Whelan uses wrestling to smother the attacks.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Morales attempts to wrestle Whelan to the ground.

(Rd 1 - 04:18) Morales gets the takedown! Whelan pulls half guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) Morales throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Whelan tries to get full guard on Morales but doesn't get anywhere.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Morales attempts to pass half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Morales shows his skill, slipping from half guard straight into a mount with minimum fuss.

(Rd 1 - 02:55) Morales pounds away and Whelan is having serious difficulty surviving them!

(Rd 1 - 02:55) With punches raining down, Whelan desperately tries to get away but only succeeds in giving up his back!

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Morales tries to finish Whelan off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 02:41) Whelan doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.

(Rd 1 - 02:17) Morales blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Morales pounds away, landing several clean blows on Whelan in the process.

(Rd 1 - 01:46) Morales fires away and Whelan is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Morales attempts to complete a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) Whelan defends himself well against the choke.

(Rd 1 - 01:14) Morales blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.

(Rd 1 - 01:01) Morales gets both hooks in, and is now in a really dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Morales tries to finish Whelan off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 1 - 00:42) Whelan gets flattened out with the rear naked choke, he has to tap!

(Rd 1 - 00:20) The winner, by submission; Guillermo Morales!

 

Official Result: Guillermo 'T-Bone' Morales defeats 'The Big Shot' Eddie Whelan (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:40 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Guillermo Morales name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Visibly delighted, Guillermo Morales celebrates starting his CTC career with a win.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Modern Day Gladiator" Bryan Van Den Hauwe (19-6, 0-0 CTC, From: Fort Collins, Colorado, Even: -110) vs. "The Hunter" MacGregor Dare (8-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Columbus, Ohio, Even: -110)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; 'The Modern Day Gladiator' Bryan Van Den Hauwe battling 'The Hunter' MacGregor Dare.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Donald Coward, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Dare throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:50) Van Den Hauwe seizes the chance and grabs Dare into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Van Den Hauwe tries to wrestle Dare backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Dare ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:30) Dare waits for Van Den Hauwe to try and throw some strikes and quickly turns him, creating enough space to escape away from the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:11) Dare can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Dare hits a left jab and then catches Van Den Hauwe with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Moving around, Van Den Hauwe is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.

(Rd 1 - 03:36) Dare lands two jabs and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Backing off, Van Den Hauwe stumbles and almost goes down...I think he is hurt!

(Rd 1 - 03:24) Dare pounces and smashes Van Den Hauwe with a big right hand! Down he goes!

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Dare knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Van Den Hauwe, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Dare fires away with punches and Van Den Hauwe is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 1 - 03:10) Referee Kenneth Capote has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 02:55) The winner, by TKO; MacGregor Dare!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Hunter' MacGregor Dare defeats 'The Modern Day Gladiator' Bryan Van Den Hauwe (TKO (Strikes) in 2:05 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: MacGregor Dare thanks everyone connected to War Dogs for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Visibly delighted, MacGregor Dare celebrates starting his CTC career with a win. There's no doubt that MacGregor Dare benefits from being interviewed, he knows the value of building name value.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Matti "The Hammer" Kurri (10-2-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Helsinki, Finland, Favorite: -560) vs. Ranieri "Martelo" Fernanda (10-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Manaus, Brazil, Underdog: +440)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Another match is about to begin; Matti 'The Hammer' Kurri going up against Ranieri 'Martelo' Fernanda.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our referee is Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Fernanda lands a pair of tentative jabs.

(Rd 1 - 04:54) Kurri connects with a nice jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) Kurri can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) There's a takedown attempt from Fernanda.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) A great sprawl from Kurri prevents the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Fernanda, wanting to grapple, comes forward. He appears willing to risk a few shots to close the distance.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Kurri connects with a jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Fernanda comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Kurri misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick attempt to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 03:29) Fernanda was ready and manages to catch the kick!

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Seeing his opportunity, Fernanda tries to put Kurri on the mat.

(Rd 1 - 03:23) Fernanda uses the position to drive Kurri up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Fernanda tries to keep him up against the cage, but Kurri works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Fernanda looked like he was going to shoot, but Kurri simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) Kurri hits a left hand, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Fernanda chooses to shoot in on Kurri.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) Kurri almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Fernanda holds the other.

(Rd 1 - 02:37) With Kurri not going down, Fernanda settles for pushing him up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Fernanda tries to keep him up against the cage, but Kurri works enough space that he can slip out and away, back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Fernanda doesn't connect with a left jab but hits a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Kurri uses a left jab but has a right hand absorbed on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Kurri steps in and looks to unleash.

(Rd 1 - 01:43) Kurri fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Kurri confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Fernanda hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them.

(Rd 1 - 01:33) Kurri connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Kurri moves in closer, ready to attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Fernanda appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Kurri took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 01:18) Kurri can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Fernanda with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:06) Kurri connects with a nice jab and then hits Fernanda with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Kurri closes in on Fernanda, looking to unleash some strikes.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Fernanda looked like he was going to shoot, but Kurri simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 00:51) Kurri connects with a nice jab and then lands a big right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) There's a takedown attempt from Fernanda.

(Rd 1 - 00:27) A great sprawl from Kurri prevents the takedown.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Kurri took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:51) Kurri connects with a nice jab and then hits Fernanda with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Kurri lands a left jab, but misses with a low kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Fernanda is able to grab Kurri.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Fernanda is looking to muscle Kurri back against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:17) Kurri doesn't let himself be driven back though.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) With control of the clinch, Kurri tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) He gets a big takedown and he manages to get side control as a result.

(Rd 2 - 03:41) Kurri keeps Fernanda guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Kurri looks to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Fernanda desperately tries to fight the mount, and they find themselves scrambling for position.

(Rd 2 - 03:04) Kurri manages to come out on top, with Fernanda pulling half guard.

(Rd 2 - 02:51) Kurri throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Kurri attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 2 - 02:32) Fernanda allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:21) Kurri somehow winds up underneath the north-south control of Fernanda.

(Rd 2 - 02:06) Kurri catches Fernanda trying to move to side control, and scrambles fast.

(Rd 2 - 01:52) Kurri somehow manages to come out on top of Fernanda in north-south position.

(Rd 2 - 01:39) Kurri changes position, moving to side control in one fluid motion.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) Kurri looks to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 01:19) Fernanda fights the attempted mount off, and they wind up scrambling for position.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Kurri ends up in guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) Kurri attempts to pass guard and gain a better position.

(Rd 2 - 00:51) He finds himself unable to pass guard on this attempt.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Kurri.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have Kurri ahead 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:49) There's a takedown attempt from Fernanda.

(Rd 3 - 04:49) Kurri gets taken down by a single leg, and has to pull guard.

(Rd 3 - 04:42) Time slips away as Fernanda successfully keeps Kurri stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 04:06) The clock runs down as Kurri is being smothered against the ground by Fernanda.

(Rd 3 - 03:28) Fernanda keeps tight to Kurri, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 3 - 03:11) Fernanda leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Kurri.

(Rd 3 - 02:52) The clock runs down as Kurri is being smothered against the ground by Fernanda.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:25) Fernanda smothers Kurri with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Time slips away as Fernanda successfully keeps Kurri stuck against the ground.

(Rd 3 - 01:11) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 3 - 01:11) Kurri is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 3 - 00:58) Kurri lands two left hands and then hits Fernanda with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 3 - 00:35) Kurri can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Fernanda with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Fernanda shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Fernanda couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Kurri hops in place on the other.

(Rd 3 - 00:24) Fernanda drives Kurri up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) Using tight body-to-body control, Fernanda is slowly wearing Kurri down by pressing him up against the cage and leaning all of his weight on him.

(Rd 3 - 00:09) They remain up against the cage until the bell, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) An extremely close round, could have gone either way, but personally I'll give it to Fernanda 10-9.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) My scorecard now has Kurri up 29-28.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) Round four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:54) Kurri lands two jabs and then catches Fernanda with a right hook to the body.

(Rd 4 - 04:33) Fernanda shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:33) Fernanda gets the takedown! Kurri pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 04:27) Fernanda smothers Kurri with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 4 - 03:58) Time slips away as Fernanda successfully keeps Kurri stuck against the ground.

(Rd 4 - 03:26) Fernanda lies on top of Kurri, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 03:04) Fernanda smothers Kurri with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 4 - 02:36) Fernanda smothers Kurri with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 4 - 02:15) Fernanda throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 4 - 01:58) Kurri throws out some punches, but Fernanda leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 4 - 01:39) With no progress being made, referee Kenneth Capote brings the fighters back to their feet.

(Rd 4 - 01:39) Fernanda is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 4 - 01:24) A jab hits home from Kurri and then he lands a right hand.

(Rd 4 - 01:12) Kurri throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 4 - 01:08) Fernanda gets hold of Kurri.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) Fernanda is looking to muscle Kurri back against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 01:00) Fernanda doesn't manage it though, Kurri defended it well.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Using his wrestling skills, Fernanda is trying to push Kurri up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:42) Fernanda manages it and controls Kurri up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:22) Fernanda looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Kurri works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) Fernanda shoots in for a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 00:03) He has the takedown! Kurri pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round four.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Fernanda, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) It looks like whoever can win this final round should also win the fight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!

(Rd 5 - 04:50) Kurri lands a left jab, but Fernanda evades a big right punch.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) Fernanda may have been aiming to get in close, but Kurri aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 5 - 04:33) Kurri can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 5 - 04:29) Kurri is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) There's a takedown attempt from Fernanda.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) Fernanda gets a single leg takedown! Kurri pulls guard off it.

(Rd 5 - 04:15) That's his fourth takedown of the fight.

(Rd 5 - 04:02) Time slips away as Fernanda successfully keeps Kurri stuck against the ground.

(Rd 5 - 03:31) The clock runs down as Kurri is being smothered against the ground by Fernanda.

(Rd 5 - 02:51) Fernanda smothers Kurri with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 02:12) Fernanda throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.

(Rd 5 - 01:49) Fernanda smothers Kurri with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 01:16) Fernanda smothers Kurri with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 5 - 00:48) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.

(Rd 5 - 00:33) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.

(Rd 5 - 00:15) Kurri can't connect with a jab, but then catches Fernanda with a right hook.

(Rd 5 - 00:10) Without taking too much damage, Fernanda is able to clinch with Kurri.

(Rd 5 - 00:03) Using his wrestling skills, Fernanda is trying to push Kurri up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 00:03) Fernanda can't do it though, Kurri defended it well.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) That round goes to Fernanda, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Here come the official scores.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Reginald Wodehouse: 48-47 Kurri.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Johnny Beerbohm: 48-47 Fernanda.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Millhouse Twain has given 48-47 to Fernanda.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) Ranieri 'Martelo' Fernanda is the winner by split decision!

 

 

Official Result: Ranieri 'Martelo' Fernanda defeats Matti 'The Hammer' Kurri (Split Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Average.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Ranieri Fernanda name-checks all of his sponsors, then thanks all of his fans who turned out to support him. Ranieri Fernanda says it was a tough fight and gives a show of respect to Matti Kurri. He knows how to talk himself up, and certainly benefits from getting a live microphone in front of him.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Toby "The Judoka Who'll Choke Ya" Sorkin (11-0, 0-0 CTC, From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Favorite: -1200) vs. Zane "The Pain" Wybock (11-2, 1-0 CTC, From: Fort Collins, Colorado, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which Toby 'The Judoka Who'll Choke Ya' Sorkin battles Zane 'The Pain' Wybock.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kyle Crisp will be the referee.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges at cageside are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) We start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:49) Wybock connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Both fighters meet in the center.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Wybock is off target with a left jab but connects with a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 04:23) Sorkin scores with a jab and also scores with a great right hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:57) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.

(Rd 1 - 03:26) Wybock throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.

(Rd 1 - 03:20) Sorkin seizes the chance and grabs Wybock into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Using his wrestling skills, Sorkin is trying to push Wybock up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) Sorkin manages it and controls Wybock up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) Showing his ability to control opponents, Sorkin smothers Wybock against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:57) They remain there for at least a minute, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) With the cage trapping Wybock, Sorkin looks to be attempting to set up a judo throw.

(Rd 1 - 01:56) Wybock is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull half guard!

(Rd 1 - 01:37) Sorkin punches down at Wybock, but they are easily taken on the gloves.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) Sorkin looks to pass half guard and get side control.

(Rd 1 - 01:10) Wybock can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Sorkin gains side control.

(Rd 1 - 00:23) Sorkin unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Wybock.

(Rd 1 - 00:03) Sorkin fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Sorkin, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Sorkin. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 2 - 04:53) The two fighters clinch.

(Rd 2 - 04:53) Sorkin seems to get the advantage.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) With Wybock in his grasp, Sorkin tries to set up a judo-style throw.

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Wybock has no answer to a great hip throw!

(Rd 2 - 04:45) Wybock gives up his back.

(Rd 2 - 04:22) Sorkin seems to be moving slowly toward a finish as he applies a very tight body triangle.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) With great control via the body triangle, Sorkin tries to finish Wybock off with a rear naked choke.

(Rd 2 - 04:07) The rear naked choke is in deep, Wybock has to tap out!

(Rd 2 - 03:42) The winner, by submission, is Toby 'The Judoka Who'll Choke Ya' Sorkin!

 

 

Official Result: Toby 'The Judoka Who'll Choke Ya' Sorkin defeats Zane 'The Pain' Wybock (Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:18 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Toby Sorkin gives a name-check to everyone at Bear Pit, all his various sponsors, then all of his friends, family, and supporters. Naming a local club, Toby Sorkin invites everyone along to his post-show winner's party to celebrate with him. He knows exactly how to handle these sort of interviews and is great at creating a buzz about himself.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Iron Man" Junior Patinkin (17-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Tacoma, Washington, Favorite: -1200) vs. Brett Krakowski (7-1, 1-0 CTC, From: Boston, Massachusetts, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Iron Man' Junior Patinkin faces Brett Krakowski.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our cageside judges are: Edward Wilde, Donald Coward, and Reginald Wodehouse.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fighters both weighed in at 205lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Patinkin is much bigger.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They touch gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) Krakowski throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 1 - 04:37) With a clear opportunity, Patinkin is able to move in fast and clinch with Krakowski.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Patinkin is trying to muscle Krakowski up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:27) Patinkin does it, Krakowski is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 04:07) Patinkin pins Krakowski up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 1 - 03:52) Patinkin smothers Krakowski against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Krakowski is trapped against the cage and Patinkin punishes him with some dirty boxing.

(Rd 1 - 03:18) Patinkin tries to use some dirty boxing, but Krakowski uses wrestling to nullify any potential damage.

(Rd 1 - 02:58) Patinkin hits Krakowski, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 02:45) Patinkin pins Krakowski up against the cage and stomps down hard on his foot.

(Rd 1 - 02:33) Patinkin smothers Krakowski against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 1 - 02:20) Patinkin catches Krakowski with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 02:05) Krakowski is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:51) The referee thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 1 - 01:38) Krakowski connects with a jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:23) Patinkin seizes the chance and grabs Krakowski into a clinch.

(Rd 1 - 01:13) Patinkin hits Krakowski with some short strikes to the side of the head while grappling.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:58) Patinkin uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Krakowski as they grapple.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) Patinkin is looking to muscle Krakowski back against the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) He does so and now has Krakowski pinned to the cage.

(Rd 1 - 00:32) Patinkin hits Krakowski, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 1 - 00:19) Patinkin pins Krakowski up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:08) Patinkin smothers Krakowski against the cage, then hits him with a quick elbow strike.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Patinkin, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) You can see the confidence rising in Patinkin. He knows that this is his fight to lose now.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Krakowski throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.

(Rd 2 - 04:32) Patinkin is able to grab Krakowski.

(Rd 2 - 04:23) Patinkin uses some dirty boxing as he grapples with Krakowski.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) Patinkin is trying to muscle Krakowski up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:11) He does so and now has Krakowski pinned to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) Patinkin pins Krakowski up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 03:46) Krakowski takes a knee strike just above the hip.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Patinkin pins Krakowski up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 2 - 03:19) Patinkin uses dirty boxing to punish Krakowski while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) Patinkin catches Krakowski with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:55) Patinkin smothers Krakowski against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 2 - 02:36) Patinkin smothers Krakowski against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 2 - 02:16) Patinkin attempts to hit a knee but Krakowski tightens the clinch.

(Rd 2 - 01:57) A few short punches to the ribs land, as Krakowski fights back.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 01:44) For the first time, Krakowski is starting to breathe a little heavier.

(Rd 2 - 01:38) Krakowski hits a left jab and then hits Patinkin with a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 01:15) Krakowski throws a quick punch but doesn't land.

(Rd 2 - 01:07) Patinkin is able to grab Krakowski.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Patinkin is trying to push Krakowski so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 00:57) Patinkin can't do it though, and Krakowski gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) With control of the clinch, Krakowski tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 2 - 00:30) The takedown is completed, Krakowski gets side control from it.

(Rd 2 - 00:15) Krakowski tries to pound on Patinkin with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think Patinkin took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That's Patinkin up 20-18 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) We are back underway!

(Rd 3 - 04:47) Krakowski throws a one-two, but Patinkin was equal to it.

(Rd 3 - 04:35) Patinkin seizes the chance and grabs Krakowski into a clinch.

(Rd 3 - 04:27) Krakowski tries to wriggle free, but Patinkin controls him well and gets in a few close-range punches too.

(Rd 3 - 04:10) Patinkin tries to wrestle Krakowski backward and up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 04:10) Patinkin does it, Krakowski is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:57) Patinkin smothers Krakowski against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 03:41) Krakowski is trapped against the cage and Patinkin hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 03:27) Patinkin uses dirty boxing to punish Krakowski while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:12) Patinkin smothers Krakowski against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 02:53) Patinkin pins Krakowski up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) Patinkin smothers Krakowski against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 3 - 02:30) Krakowski is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 3 - 02:18) Patinkin uses dirty boxing to punish Krakowski while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, referee Kenneth Capote brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) Taking a few gulps of breath, Patinkin is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 02:04) A few deep breaths betray that Krakowski is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.

(Rd 3 - 01:51) Krakowski throws a two-punch combo but Patinkin avoids both.

(Rd 3 - 01:40) Patinkin is able to grab Krakowski.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Patinkin is looking to muscle Krakowski back against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:34) Krakowski ends up backed against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:14) Patinkin smothers Krakowski against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.

(Rd 3 - 00:59) Patinkin hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 3 - 00:48) Krakowski is trapped against the cage and Patinkin hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 3 - 00:33) Patinkin catches Krakowski with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:19) Krakowski is trapped against the cage and Patinkin hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 3 - 00:07) Patinkin uses a vicious foot stomp.

(Rd 3 - 00:01) Krakowski gets caught with a knee to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Patinkin.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Even if he wins all the remaining rounds, I'm not sure Krakowski will be able to take the victory without a finish.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) As he sits on his stool, Krakowski is clearly feeling the effects of some good shots to the rib area.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:46) Patinkin is the aggressor.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) Using his wrestling skills, Patinkin is trying to push Krakowski up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:38) Patinkin manages it and controls Krakowski up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 04:20) Patinkin smothers Krakowski against the cage, then hits him with a knee strike to the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 04:05) Patinkin hits a knee strike to the side of the ribs.

(Rd 4 - 03:50) Krakowski is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:36) Krakowski is controlled up against the cage and takes an elbow to the face from the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 03:23) Krakowski takes a sharp stomp to the foot.

(Rd 4 - 03:11) Krakowski takes a knee strike to the inside of his own knee.

(Rd 4 - 03:02) Patinkin smothers Krakowski against the cage, then scores with a left to the side of the stomach.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) Referee Kenneth Capote thinks there has been too little progress, and brings the two fighters back to the center.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) Patinkin is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 4 - 02:46) Breathing very hard now, Krakowski is looking a little ragged.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Patinkin aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) Krakowski throws a two-punch combo but Patinkin avoids both.

(Rd 4 - 02:26) With a clear opportunity, Patinkin is able to move in fast and clinch with Krakowski.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) With control of the clinch, Patinkin tries to complete a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 02:16) The takedown is completed, Krakowski is on his back and pulls guard.

(Rd 4 - 02:00) Krakowski is controlled against the ground, unable to shift Patinkin off of him.

(Rd 4 - 01:34) Patinkin lies on top of Krakowski, basically smothering him.

(Rd 4 - 01:01) Patinkin is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 4 - 01:01) Krakowski was ready for the pass attempt though and starts scrambling immediately.

(Rd 4 - 00:50) The scramble ends with Patinkin grabbing Krakowski and shoving him up against the cage.

(Rd 4 - 00:36) Krakowski is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 4 - 00:22) Patinkin catches Krakowski with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 4 - 00:16) Patinkin doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.

(Rd 4 - 00:16) With the cage trapping Krakowski, Patinkin looks for a trip takedown.

(Rd 4 - 00:16) A great inside leg trip sees Krakowski get thrown to the mat and Patinkin is left in guard.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) Round four ends as time expires.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to Patinkin.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) By my scorecard, Krakowski is going to lose this fight if it goes to the judges. He needs a finish in this final round.

(Rd 4 - 00:00) A large bruise is starting to appear on the side of Krakowski, he has not defended his rib cage well enough so far tonight.

 

 

 

 

Round 5

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(Rd 5 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!

(Rd 5 - 04:47) The two fighters come together in a clinch and start wrestling.

(Rd 5 - 04:47) Patinkin manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.

(Rd 5 - 04:39) Patinkin uses dirty boxing and gets in a few crisp punches on Krakowski as they grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:26) Patinkin hits Krakowski with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) Patinkin is looking to muscle Krakowski back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 04:12) He does so and now has Krakowski pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:59) Krakowski seems to be fighting against exhaustion.

(Rd 5 - 03:59) Patinkin pins Krakowski up against the cage and uses dirty boxing to inflict some damage.

(Rd 5 - 03:48) Krakowski is controlled up against the cage and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing.

(Rd 5 - 03:31) Patinkin smothers Krakowski against the cage, then uses his dirty boxing skills to his advantage.

(Rd 5 - 03:19) Patinkin catches Krakowski with an elbow to the face from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 03:04) Krakowski is trapped against the cage and Patinkin hits him with a quick elbow.

(Rd 5 - 02:49) Patinkin hits Krakowski, who is pressed up against the cage, with a nice short uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.

(Rd 5 - 02:30) Patinkin pins Krakowski up against the cage and hits a couple of nice right hands to the side of the head.

(Rd 5 - 02:18) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kenneth Capote restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 5 - 02:13) The fighters get in close and clinch.

(Rd 5 - 02:13) Patinkin seems to be the aggressor.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) Patinkin is looking to muscle Krakowski back against the cage.

(Rd 5 - 02:07) He does so and now has Krakowski pinned to the cage.

(Rd 5 - 01:47) Patinkin looks very, very tired.

(Rd 5 - 01:47) Krakowski gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 01:37) Krakowski gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 5 - 01:30) Krakowski is trapped against the cage and Patinkin hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 01:19) Krakowski is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 01:08) Patinkin tries to throw a knee but Krakowski uses wrestling to prevent it.

(Rd 5 - 00:50) Krakowski is controlled up against the cage and eats a sharp right to the ear.

(Rd 5 - 00:35) Krakowski is trapped against the cage and Patinkin hits him with a short left uppercut.

(Rd 5 - 00:20) Patinkin tries to throw a knee to the thigh, but Krakowski seizes the chance to create some space and break free.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) I have to give that round to Patinkin, but only a 10-9.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) The official scores are being reported now.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) All three judges give a score of 50-45.

(Rd 5 - 00:00) 'The Iron Man' Junior Patinkin is the winner by unanimous decision!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Iron Man' Junior Patinkin defeats Brett Krakowski (Unanimous Decision in 5:00 of round 5). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Junior Patinkin thanks everyone connected to Evolution 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 he's very happy here.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Punisher" Marlon John (14-2, 0-0 CTC, From: Fullerton, California, Favorite: -1200) vs. Emerson Mori Nunes (2-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up is a match in which 'The Punisher' Marlon John battles Emerson Mori Nunes.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kenneth Capote is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Donald Coward, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Round one begins!

(Rd 1 - 05:00) They start with a touch of gloves.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.

(Rd 1 - 04:45) John aggressively gets to a dominant position.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) John uses underhooks to gain solid control, and is looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 04:36) The underhooks are used to set up a trip, Nunes is left on his back under side control!

(Rd 1 - 04:16) John seems to be looking to increase his control by applying a crucifix.

(Rd 1 - 04:16) Nunes does well to keep John from applying the crucifix.

(Rd 1 - 04:00) John blocks Nunes as he tries a transition to guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) John starts trying to work to go from side control to mount.

(Rd 1 - 03:43) John shows his ground skills and slips to mount.

(Rd 1 - 03:11) John fires away and Nunes is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.

(Rd 1 - 02:54) John fires away with punches, and Nunes is stung by several big shots.

(Rd 1 - 02:42) John pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Nunes.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:25) John pounds away and Nunes eats a few big strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:06) John fires away with punches, but Nunes doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:48) Nunes tries a sweep from the bottom of the mount, but doesn't budge John.

(Rd 1 - 01:32) John pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) John fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:57) Nunes tries to get to half guard but can't.

(Rd 1 - 00:39) John fires away with punches, but Nunes doesn't take any undue damage.

(Rd 1 - 00:25) Nunes tries to move John enough to get half guard, but can't get enough space.

(Rd 1 - 00:06) John tries to pound on Nunes, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to John.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) John, the heavy favourite, has stamped his authority on the fight in that first round.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) Round two begins!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Nunes uses a left jab while backing away.

(Rd 2 - 04:47) John can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Nunes with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 04:42) That last blow may have really hurt Nunes, he staggers backward against the cage and tries to cover up as best he can!

(Rd 2 - 04:42) John lands a hard right hand right through the guard, sending Nunes down to the canvas!

(Rd 2 - 04:34) John senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks!

(Rd 2 - 04:34) John stomps and kicks away at the stunned Nunes but can't put him away!

(Rd 2 - 04:14) John has to step back to avoid an up-kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) John tries to secure a ground position.

(Rd 2 - 04:01) Nunes is unable to prevent John from getting side control.

(Rd 2 - 03:50) John throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.

(Rd 2 - 03:28) Nunes tries to pull guard on John but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) John begins trying to get himself into a mount.

(Rd 2 - 03:08) He gets the mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:43) John pounds away on Nunes, but few of the shots lands clean.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) We are now at the halfway point of the round.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) John unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 2 - 02:14) John unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.

(Rd 2 - 02:14) It looks like John may have damaged his hand while pounding away, he looks in pain.

(Rd 2 - 02:14) A damaged hand will obviously cause John some major problems when it comes to striking.

(Rd 2 - 02:03) John throws some elbows but Nunes isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 2 - 01:48) John blocks an attempt to move him from mount.

(Rd 2 - 01:32) John pounds away with three elbow strikes in quick succession but doesn't do much damage.

(Rd 2 - 01:14) John controls Nunes, who was trying to wriggle to half guard.

(Rd 2 - 01:02) John throws some elbows but Nunes isn't troubled by them.

(Rd 2 - 00:42) John controls Nunes, who was trying to wriggle to half guard.

(Rd 2 - 00:23) John tries to pound on Nunes with some short elbows, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.

(Rd 2 - 00:03) Nunes tries to get to half guard but can't.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round two.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) That round goes to John, 10-9 on my card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have John ahead 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) And here we go, round three!

(Rd 3 - 04:49) John hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:49) Nunes has a large gash on his forehead, blood is starting to trickle down toward his eyes.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) Nunes may have been aiming to get in close, but John aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 3 - 04:30) John connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 04:17) Taking a few gulps of breath, Nunes is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 04:11) John connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 3 - 04:02) John is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 3 - 03:47) A jab hits home from John and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 3 - 03:21) John connects with a nice jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 3 - 03:03) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.

(Rd 3 - 03:03) John works his way to a dominant position.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) John is trying to push Nunes so that his back is up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:56) John achieves it, pinning Nunes to the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) John leans all of his weight up against Nunes, pressing him against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 02:41) They exchange close-quarters punches from that position for about sixty seconds.

(Rd 3 - 01:36) John smothers Nunes up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:36) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) Smothered against the cage, Nunes cannot get free.

(Rd 3 - 00:22) The rest of the round sees them simply engaging in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Round three ends as time expires.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of John.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) Nunes needs to turn up the intensity, he is realistically looking at needing a finish to win this bout.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The cut man tries to stop the bleeding for Nunes in between rounds.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number four begins!

(Rd 4 - 04:49) John lands a jab and then hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:24) John manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) Getting a good grip, John appears to be looking to wrestle toward a takedown.

(Rd 4 - 04:15) John arches his back and hits a beautiful T-Bone suplex! Nunes is left shaken and under side control!

(Rd 4 - 03:58) John throws a few right hands to the body.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) John attempts to move to mount.

(Rd 4 - 03:30) Nunes can't fend off his opponent and is mounted.

(Rd 4 - 02:59) John unloads with three hard elbows, Nunes is getting rocked!

(Rd 4 - 02:47) John unloads with big elbows but Nunes is able to deal with most of them.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:27) John pounds away with elbows but is unable to land many clean shots.

(Rd 4 - 02:14) John unloads and Nunes is taking elbow after elbow to the head!

(Rd 4 - 02:14) Referee Kenneth Capote pulls John away, stopping the fight!

(Rd 4 - 01:57) 'The Punisher' Marlon John takes the win by TKO!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Punisher' Marlon John defeats Emerson Mori Nunes (TKO (Strikes) in 3:03 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Marlon John praises God, then thanks all of his sponsors before dedicating the win to all his teammates at Impact MMA. Marlon John celebrates winning his debut fight for CTC.

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Reaper" Spencer Rubenstein (18-5, 0-0 CTC, From: Toledo, Ohio, Favorite: -1200) vs. Vlasta "The Blaster" Nykl (1-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Plzen, Czech Republic, Underdog: +950)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) Next up, 'The Reaper' Spencer Rubenstein battling Vlasta 'The Blaster' Nykl.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Refereeing this bout will be Kenneth Capote.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges for this bout are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 04:52) Rubenstein chooses to shoot in on Nykl.

(Rd 1 - 04:52) The takedown is completed, it was a single leg and Nykl is left on his back pulling guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) Rubenstein is trying to pass guard.

(Rd 1 - 04:42) He manages to pass, but only to half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Rubenstein keeps Nykl guessing with a few quick strikes.

(Rd 1 - 03:35) Rubenstein pounds away, Nykl is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Rubenstein begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) Rubenstein gains side control after getting his leg free from half guard.

(Rd 1 - 03:21) He may have given up side control, but Nykl is making Rubenstein work very hard on the ground for position.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Rubenstein attempts to kimura Nykl from side control.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Nykl fights off the kimura attempt.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) In side control, Rubenstein begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 1 - 02:03) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Nykl rolled over and gave up his back instead.

(Rd 1 - 01:24) Rubenstein pounds away, Nykl is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!

(Rd 1 - 01:24) The referee is forced to jump in and stop the fight!

(Rd 1 - 01:04) By TKO, the winner is Spencer Rubenstein!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Reaper' Spencer Rubenstein defeats Vlasta 'The Blaster' Nykl (TKO (Strikes) in 3:56 of round 1). The fight was rated as being Great.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Spencer Rubenstein thanks everyone connected to Animal House for helping him prepare for this fight, then his sponsors for supporting him financially. Spencer Rubenstein says that he is very happy to cap his CTC debut with a win. A good talker, Spencer Rubenstein is always going to benefit from being interviewed regularly.

 

CO-MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

"The Calgary Assassin" Mike Watson (14-1, 0-0 CTC, From: Calgary, Alberta, Favorite: -840) vs. Wink Deschanel (9-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Portland, Oregon, Underdog: +670)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) The co-main event is up next. 'The Calgary Assassin' Mike Watson takes on Wink Deschanel in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kenneth Capote is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Our judges are: Donald Coward, Reginald Wodehouse, and Johnny Beerbohm.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The fight begins!

(Rd 1 - 04:46) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 1 - 04:46) Deschanel misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Watson attacks with a nice right hook.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Watson comes forward to attack.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Watson avoids a jab and is able to move into the pocket.

(Rd 1 - 04:31) Watson lands a left jab but misses when he attempts a big head kick to follow.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Watson comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Deschanel throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 04:15) Watson throws some strikes and a fast leg kick, but Deschanel avoids them all.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Both fighters come together and strike.

(Rd 1 - 03:55) Watson slips past a right hook and counters with a quick left hook.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Watson comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Watson steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Deschanel.

(Rd 1 - 03:37) Watson connects with a nice jab and then he catches Deschanel with a low kick to the front leg.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Deschanel isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple.

(Rd 1 - 03:19) Watson lands four of five quick punches but Deschanel then dodges the spin kick that follows.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Watson confidently comes in closer.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Deschanel appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Watson took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 02:43) Watson lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) We pass the halfway mark of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) Watson comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) Deschanel hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 02:23) Watson fails to find a home for his jab, but then he hits Deschanel with a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Watson forces an exchange of strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Deschanel throws a counter left but doesn't connect.

(Rd 1 - 02:01) Watson hits a left jab and then he catches Deschanel with a spin kick to the body.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Watson comes forward.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Deschanel hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:45) Watson lands a left hand and then he catches Deschanel with a right hook.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Watson comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Deschanel hit a counter left hand.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Deschanel falls for a feint and is left vulnerable to attack.

(Rd 1 - 01:35) Watson throws a two-punch combo but Deschanel avoids both.

(Rd 1 - 01:17) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.

(Rd 1 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining.

(Rd 1 - 00:47) A jab hits home from Watson and then he lands a hard low kick to the legs.

(Rd 1 - 00:26) Watson hits a left jab and then lands a right hand.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Deschanel looks like he wants to grapple but the threat of getting hit is keeping him from rushing in.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) A flurry of five punches from Watson see them all connect but Deschanel avoids a big right.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) I think Watson took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) As expected, the heavy favourite Watson is looking comfortable thus far. He looks very confident as he talks to his team.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:47) Watson throws a punch but Deschanel avoids it.

(Rd 2 - 04:44) Deschanel moves in fast and clinches with Watson.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Using his wrestling skills, Deschanel is trying to push Watson up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:34) Deschanel does it, Watson is stuck with his back to the cage.

(Rd 2 - 04:15) Watson gets caught with a knee to the inside of the thigh.

(Rd 2 - 04:06) Deschanel catches Watson with a knee strike to the thigh.

(Rd 2 - 03:56) Deschanel catches Watson with a knee strike to the ribs from the clinch while he is pressed up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 03:43) Deschanel tries to smother Watson against the cage, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.

(Rd 2 - 03:31) Watson is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) The two fighters come forward and engage.

(Rd 2 - 03:25) Watson counters a right hand with a jab and a right cross that just misses.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Deschanel looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Watson simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 03:13) Watson connects with a jab, but Deschanel steps back to avoid a high right head kick.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Watson misses with a left jab but scores with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:59) Deschanel scores with a jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) The two fighters engage.

(Rd 2 - 02:38) Deschanel misses with a big right hand, allowing Watson to counter with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a vicious head kick!

(Rd 2 - 02:18) He's down! Deschanel falls to the floor!

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Watson moves in quickly, kneeling beside Deschanel and starting to hammer down with punches!

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Watson fires away with punches and Deschanel is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!

(Rd 2 - 02:18) Deschanel goes limp for a second, referee Kenneth Capote leaps in to stop the fight!

(Rd 2 - 01:58) The winner, by knock out; Mike Watson!

 

 

Official Result: 'The Calgary Assassin' Mike Watson defeats Wink Deschanel (Knock Out (Punch) in 3:02 of round 2). The fight was rated as being Good.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Giving thanks, Mike Watson praises his team at Animal House, his various sponsors, and the fans who came out to support him. He says that he has a lot of respect for Wink Deschanel and praises his toughness.

 

MAIN EVENT

 

 

CTC LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT SECOND ROUND BOUT

 

 

VS.

 

 

Anthony "Live Wire" LeToussier (15-3, 0-0 CTC, From: Senneterre, Quebec, Favorite: -890) vs. Dean Capers (5-0, 1-0 CTC, From: Detroit, Michigan, Underdog: +710)

 

 

Round 1

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(Rd 1 - 05:00) It's time for the main event of the evening! Anthony 'Live Wire' LeToussier takes on Dean Capers in the CTC Light Heavyweight division.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Kenneth Capote is the referee for this fight.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) The judges are: Reginald Wodehouse, Johnny Beerbohm, and Millhouse Twain.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Capers clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's a roar from the crowd as LeToussier enters, he is from around here.

(Rd 1 - 05:00) There's the opening bell!

(Rd 1 - 04:47) LeToussier hits two left jabs and then hits Capers with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 1 - 04:22) Attacking with intent, LeToussier scores with three out of a flurry of three punches and then hits Capers with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) Moving around, Capers is looking for an opening to grapple without getting hit coming in.

(Rd 1 - 04:01) LeToussier lands a flurry of three quick punches and then hits a scything kick to the legs of Capers.

(Rd 1 - 03:33) LeToussier hits a left jab and then lands a right hand to the body.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) Capers appeared to be going to try and get in close, but LeToussier took the initiative first.

(Rd 1 - 03:17) LeToussier hits a left jab and then hits Capers with a body kick.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) Capers shoots in, looking for a takedown.

(Rd 1 - 03:00) LeToussier cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.

(Rd 1 - 02:53) Capers doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest.

(Rd 1 - 02:39) LeToussier throws out some punches, but Capers leans back to avoid them.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) We go past the halfway point of this round.

(Rd 1 - 02:24) Capers keeps tight to LeToussier, peppering him with short strikes.

(Rd 1 - 02:10) Capers leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from LeToussier.

(Rd 1 - 01:58) Capers lies on top of LeToussier, basically smothering him.

(Rd 1 - 01:21) The clock runs down as LeToussier is being smothered against the ground by Capers.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) We're into the final minute of the round.

(Rd 1 - 00:59) Capers smothers LeToussier with his body by pushing forward and down.

(Rd 1 - 00:33) Capers throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.

(Rd 1 - 00:12) Capers deflects a couple of punches that LeToussier threw from below.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one is brought to an end as time runs out.

(Rd 1 - 00:00) That has to go down as a 10-9 round to LeToussier.

 

 

 

 

Round 2

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(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round!

(Rd 2 - 04:48) Capers looked like he was going to shoot, but LeToussier simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 2 - 04:48) LeToussier lands a jab and then hits Capers with a body kick.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) Capers may have been setting up to shoot, but LeToussier aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 2 - 04:35) LeToussier fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Capers with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) Capers warily circles, looking for the opening he needs to initiate some grappling.

(Rd 2 - 04:18) A jab hits home from LeToussier and then he hits a nice straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:57) LeToussier hits a left jab and then catches Capers with a right hook.

(Rd 2 - 03:34) LeToussier fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Capers with a beauty of a straight right.

(Rd 2 - 03:29) That last blow may have really hurt Capers, he staggers backward looking dazed!

(Rd 2 - 03:29) LeToussier moves in for the kill and lands a big right hand! Capers goes down!

(Rd 2 - 03:16) LeToussier quickly pounces, looking to rain down punches on the stunned Capers!

(Rd 2 - 03:16) LeToussier pounds away, Capers is in big trouble and is definitely rocked!

(Rd 2 - 02:57) In side control, LeToussier begins working to get a mount.

(Rd 2 - 02:57) The attempted mount results in a scramble for position as Capers tries to avoid the danger.

(Rd 2 - 02:46) LeToussier scrambles to his feet, but Capers immediately drives him up against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) Showing how good he can be at controlling opponents, Capers keeps LeToussier stuck against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 02:26) They remain up against the cage for the next minute, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.

(Rd 2 - 01:23) Showing good control, Capers keeps LeToussier stuck against the cage.

(Rd 2 - 01:23) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) With the fight having been stuck against the cage for a lengthy period of time, referee Kenneth Capote restarts them back in the center.

(Rd 2 - 00:08) LeToussier can be heard trash talking as the two fighters circle.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I think LeToussier took that round, 10-9 on my score card.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) I have LeToussier ahead 20-18.

 

 

 

 

Round 3

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(Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell and round number three begins!

(Rd 3 - 04:50) LeToussier hits a left hand, but Capers evades a big right punch.

(Rd 3 - 04:28) LeToussier connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 04:20) Taking a few gulps of breath, LeToussier is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) Capers appeared to be going to try and get in close, but LeToussier took the initiative first.

(Rd 3 - 04:12) LeToussier hits a left jab and then catches Capers with a crunching right hook.

(Rd 3 - 03:50) LeToussier fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a body kick.

(Rd 3 - 03:39) LeToussier can be heard trash talking as the two fighters circle.

(Rd 3 - 03:30) LeToussier can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) There's a takedown attempt from Capers.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) LeToussier partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Capers has a hold of the other.

(Rd 3 - 03:18) Capers drives LeToussier up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:03) Unable to break free, LeToussier is smothered up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 03:03) The next sixty seconds sees them doing very little other than throwing occasional short punches to the body.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) Capers presses LeToussier up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 01:50) The next minute becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.

(Rd 3 - 00:43) Having been stuck against the cage for a while without any progress, the referee brings them back to the center.

(Rd 3 - 00:28) There's a takedown attempt from Capers.

(Rd 3 - 00:28) Capers gets hold of a leg but LeToussier remains standing, hopping on the other foot.

(Rd 3 - 00:28) Unable to complete the takedown, Capers instead pushes LeToussier up against the cage.

(Rd 3 - 00:06) An ugly but effective tactic, Capers is pressing LeToussier up against the cage and slowly wearing him down.

(Rd 3 - 00:06) The gruelling grappling contest continues until the bell with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) The time runs out on round three.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) I'd say that was definitely 10-9 in favour of LeToussier.

(Rd 3 - 00:00) LeToussier is ahead 30-27 on my scorecard.

 

 

 

 

Round 4

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(Rd 4 - 05:00) And here we go, round four!

(Rd 4 - 04:51) Capers looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but LeToussier simply took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 04:51) LeToussier hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.

(Rd 4 - 04:34) LeToussier connects with a nice jab and then hits Capers with a body kick.

(Rd 4 - 04:18) LeToussier can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Capers.

(Rd 4 - 04:07) A jab hits home from LeToussier and then he catches Capers with a right roundhouse kick to the body.

(Rd 4 - 03:47) Capers appeared to be going to try and get in close, but LeToussier took the initiative first.

(Rd 4 - 03:47) LeToussier lands a jab and then scores with a spinning back kick to the body.

(Rd 4 - 03:31) LeToussier can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) Capers may have been aiming to get in close, but LeToussier aggressively took the initiative.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) LeToussier connects with a nice jab and then hits Capers with a straight right.

(Rd 4 - 03:07) Blood is visible on Capers, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) LeToussier is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.

(Rd 4 - 02:58) Limping slightly, Capers is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs.

(Rd 4 - 02:49) LeToussier can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Capers with a body kick.

(Rd 4 - 02:38) LeToussier lands a jab and then scores with a lovely right head kick.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) We move into the second half of this round.

(Rd 4 - 02:28) Capers backs off and covers up...he is dazed! LeToussier comes forward, he knows that this is a chance for victory! Capers is trapped against the cage with nowhere to go!

(Rd 4 - 02:28) A vicious right hand from LeToussier drops Capers! He is knocked out!

(Rd 4 - 02:22) The winner, by knock out; Anthony LeToussier!

 

 

Official Result: Anthony 'Live Wire' LeToussier defeats Dean Capers (Knock Out (Punch) in 2:38 of round 4). The fight was rated as being Decent.

 

 

 

Post-Fight: Anthony LeToussier gives a name-check to everyone at Strike Force, all his various sponsors, then all his friends, family, and supporters. He physically grabs the microphone and calls out Marlon John, saying that he'll destroy him. This was a charismatic performance from a very good talker.

 

 

Attendance: 294

Gate Reciepts: $27,636

Sponsorship: $23,383

Ad Revenue: $417,513

PPV Revenue: $50,112

Merchandise: $4,180

 

 

Fighter Pay And Bonuses (Total Payout: $243,419)



Winner                    Pay          Loser                    Pay          Bonuses Earned(Included in Pay)

Anthony LeToussier        $25,160      Dean Capers              $2,132       KotN: LeToussier: $5,000
Mike Watson               $17,640      Wink Deschanel           $2,132
Spencer Rubenstein        $59,320      Vlasta Nykl              $10,146      FotN: Both: $10,000
Marlon John               $18,720      Emerson Mori Nunes       $1,467
Junior Patinkin           $19,440      Brett Krakowski          $1,866
Toby Sorkin               $10,400      Zane Wybock              $1,866       SotN: Sorkin: $5,000
Ranieri Fernanda          $2,768       Matti Kurri              $2,860
MacGregor Dare            $8,060       Bryan Van Den Hauwe      $4,680       Perf: Dare: $5,000
Guillermo Morales         $5,040       Eddie Whelan             $2,860
Ryuji Ganaha              $2,880       Trevor Murray            $2,932
Max Rebottaro             $2,100       Yoritomo Ina             $8,700
William Harrison          $4,200       Casimiro de Holanda      $1,400
Emil Karlsson             $7,400       Sharaku Kon              $1,600       Perf: Karlsson: $5,000
Ken Peters                $3,300       Stef Lomb                $1,600
Danny Akabaro             $3,750       Crow Leddy               $2,400
Dag Kreuger               $2,400       Adrian Majoram           $2,200

 

 

Drug Testing: $16,800

Production: $95,828

 

Profit: $166,777

 

Critical Rating: 72%

Commercial Rating: 58%

 

 

Popularity Changes

Region          Popularity Change     Popularity After Show

Canada              +4.5%             76.0% (High Level Regional)
USA                 +3.6%             77.3% (High Level Regional)
UK                  +0.9%             73.2% (High Level Regional)
Europe              +1.3%             40.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Australia           +1.7%             63.2% (Mid Level Regional)
Japan               +1.2%             52.8% (Mid Level Regional)
Asia                +2.2%             44.3% (Mid Level Regional)
Russia              +1.3%             40.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Mexico              +2.2%             43.1% (Mid Level Regional)
South America       +3.2%             53.6% (Mid Level Regional)
Central America     +3.6%             41.1% (Mid Level Regional)
Africa              +1.5%             16.6% (Low Level Regional)

 

 

News

- Marlon John suffered a strained wrist in his victory over Emerson Mori Nunes, and will miss a couple days of training. This should not effect his ability to continue in the tournament.

- The CTC announce the signing of Andranik Paletilolu to a contract. He lost to Curt Kitson to be eliminated from the tournament, but after Kitson's announcement of a hiatus, will continue in the tournament in Kitson's place. He is 1-1 in his CTC career, having defeating Pete Shilton by Unanimous Decision in the First Round, before losing to Kitson by first round submission in the Second Round.

- The following fighters have been released by the CTC following their elimination from the tournament: Dean Capers, Wink Deschanel, Vlasta Nykl, Emerson Mori Nunes, Brett Krakowski, Zane Wybock, Matti Kurri, Bryan Van Den Hauwe, Eddie Whelan, Trevor Murray, Yoritomo Ina, Casimiro de Holanda, Sharaku Kon, Stef Lomb, Crow Leddy, and Adrian Majoram.

- The drug test results came back from Canadian Tournament Combat 20, and Ricky Heath has tested positive for recreational drugs. As a result he will serve a one year suspension. He was already released by the CTC after his loss to Michael Dali. Heath is blaming the positive test on a lab mix-up, and says he was fighting totally clean.

- The drug test results came back from Canadian Tournament Combat 21, and every fighter tested clean.

- CTC Featherweight fighter Rafael Tavares has been awarded his black belt in Jiu-Jitsu.

- CTC Lightweight fighter Tarcisio Dantas has begun training with House of Pain. He is training with the team temporarily because of their ability to provide strong striking coaching.

 

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Confirmed Matches For CTC Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Third Round (Round of 64)

Jin Katou vs. Murray O'Hare

Ryosei Sakamoto vs. Michael Dali

Hyun-Shik Lim vs. Jiroemon Hasegawa

Andranik Paletilolu vs. Bill Cumming

Gustavo Spagnol vs. Garry McSweegan

Lawrence Herringbone vs. Terry Catt

Sho Kitabatake vs. Jacob Matthaus

Tikhon Diev vs. Naozane Yamaguchiya

Affonso Villar vs. Matthew Michael Kirby

Nilton Fantoni vs. Kendall Tracey

Roberto Aldez vs. Naoki Itoh

Elgar vs. Gyukudo Teshigahara

Zvonimir Asanovic vs. Daniil Skala

Derek South vs. Washi Shiganori

Joshua Hope vs. Big Magic

Nicolai Mickiewicz vs. Rupert Dreck

Niko Soldo vs. Shane Gilchrist

Christian Mountfield vs. Osamu Dan

Datsakorn Pratoomwong vs. Markku Mikkola

Valentin Tanayev vs. Adrian Pascal

Tadamasa Yamada vs. Stephan De Winter

Raul Hughes vs. Inejiro Chiba

Rafael Van Der Moot vs. Mick Curran

Faas Smit vs. Takesi Yanagimoto

Spencer Rubenstein vs. Dag Kreuger

Toby Sorkin vs. William Harrison

Anthony LeToussier vs. Ken Peters

Junior Patinkin vs. Max Rebottaro

Mike Watson vs. Danny Akabaro

Ryuji Ganaha vs. MacGregor Dare

Marlon John vs. Emil Karlsson

Ranieri Fernanda vs. Guillermo Morales